Boomer Boys rock Mineral County

The Rock N’ Roll music of the 50’s and 60’s comes to Mineral County courtesy of the Mineral County Medical Foundation at its spring fund-raiser on Saturday, April 20 at the Community Center in St. Regis.

Dance Troupe brings Flamenco to Hot Springs

The Symes Hotel in Hot Springs was filled with the sounds of traditional Spanish dancing on Saturday as Flamenco Montana from Missoula displayed their talents for about 30 spectators.

Letters to the Editor - March 20, 2013

Local Thompson Falls author publishes second book

Boomer Boys rock for Mineral County medical foundation fundraiser

The Rock N’ Roll music of the 50’s and 60’s comes to Mineral County courtesy of the Mineral County Medical Foundation at its spring fund-raiser on Saturday, April 20 at the Community Center in St. Regis. The disk jockey starts spinning the platters (45 records) at 5:30 P.M., as a warm up to the rockinest band in Montana -The Boomer Boys!

Spelling Bee

From left to right: third place Delaney Weltz of Noxon, second place Jaden Coston of Dixon and first place Derick Curry of Plains display their throphies.

Sanders County Spelling Bee crowns local champion

The 26th annual Sanders County Spelling Bee was held at the courthouse in Thompson Falls on Friday. Participants from Noxon, Dixon, Trout Creek, Thompson Falls, Plains, and Hot Springs competed for the privilege of representing the county at the state competition held at Montana State University in Billings in March.

Venturing off the beaten path at Lookout Pass

On the brink of another successful day of skiing at Look Out Mountain, my mind was already wandering to the ski lodge and that first cold sip of beer splashing my lips. Little did I know the much-anticipated sip of beer would turn into an incredible mark of achievement.

Northwest Montana hunter, bowhunter, instructors honored

Multiple Hunter and Bowhunter Education Instructors from Sanders County received service awards from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks during the annual Region 1 Instructor Workshop, which was held on March 2 at Flathead Valley Community College in Kalispell. A total of 34 instructors received service awards ranging from 5 to 35 years of service. All service award recipients received a plaque and additional awards included an engraved knife for 10 years of service and a FWP belt buckle for 20 years of service. A number of other awards were also presented.

Saved by the Jaws of Life

PLAINS – As a car lies in a pile of twisted metal, a crumpled version of its former self, panic and confusion begins to set in. The victim waits in the entrapped car for any signs of help as the minutes begin to tick by ever so slowly.

Hot Springs season ends

The Savage Heat and Lady Savage Heat ended their seasons this past weekend at their respective District Tournaments, losing out to county rival Noxon (boys) and Charlo (girls).

Robert Omar Fundingsland

Arlee - Robert Omar Fundingsland, 69 yrs. old passed away, February 13, 2013 at his home in Arlee, MT surrounded by his family, after a long and courageous battle with kidney failure. Bob was blessed by the loving care of his wife, children and many friends.

Hot Springs seniors

Savage Heat seniors Jaden Baker, Wyatt Nagy, Dave Cross, Mike Gray, Alyssa Foster and Shany King are all smiles at Senior Night in Hot Springs.

Future cheerleaders 5

Rhandy Cox and Nova White lead their students in a cheer Friday.

Inspiring future Bobcat cheerleaders

Excitement filled the gym at Superior Elementary School Friday as the Superior High School Bobcat cheerleading squad gave eager students ranging from pre-kindergarten to eighth grade a crash course in school spirit.

Savage Heat squads host Plains for knock-out games

HOT SPRINGS - The Savage Heat and Lady Savage Heat squads took on county rivals Plains Horsemen and Trotters on Saturday that resulted in interesting play and memorable baskets.

Letters to the editor - Feb. 6, 2013

Sheriff Rummel humbled by support

SANDERS COUNTY - An American icon once said, “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy,” and it was in the example set by Sanders County Sheriff Tom Rummel last week that the public saw - and liked - what he stood for in a time of uncertainty which surrounds the issue of gun control.

Lady Panthers begin to find their groove

The Alberton Lady Panther basketball team had a busy week, taking on three opponents beginning Jan. 8 on the road against Lincoln.

No leads in investigation of 21-year-old missing person

Almost two months have passed since Dustin Goebel went missing and friends continue to leave messages on the 21-year-olds Facebook wall, wishing him a Happy New Year and asking for him to contact them.