Paradise School confirmed to shut down

PARADISE - The confirmation of the closing of historic Paradise School has many in the Plains-Paradise area wondering what they can do to help, but as Paradise School board chair Karval Pickering said, “the only constant thing is change.” Yet now, the focus remains on the future of the building itself.

Plains man makes quilt for wounded soldiers

ne Sanders County man has decided to use his artistic skills to help wounded soldiers returning from the war in the Middle East.

It's a bird, it's a plane, no it's Santa Claus

At first it appeared as just a red dot against an otherwise chilly, blue-sky Montana day...

Sanders County Fair Board finalizes details

Sanders County Fair Board was busy at last Wednesday’s meeting making final preparations for the fair, carnival and rodeo.

Heathers to reopen soon after fire causes smoke damage

Locals take a drive for school

Hosting a fundraiser does not have to be a lot of work, sometimes it is as simple as taking a leisurely drive.

Defensive driving training

PLAINS – A number of state employees took time out of their workday last week to receive some defensive driving training at the Sanders County Fairgrounds.

Local teen attends 2010 reACT summit

Annual event teaches students how to effectively fight corporate tobacco

Dylan Francesconi, of Plains, joined nearly 100 teens from throughout Montana at the reACT Teen Summit to learn effective ways to take action against corporate tobacco companies and their deceitful tactics.

Athletes show their gratitude

A handful of Plains track and field athletes gathered on Monday to give their thanks to physical therapist Emily Hernden, who offers the athletes free services to help mend and rehabilitate any injuries they may receive while training and competing during the various sports seasons.

Daines says Senate Farm Bill helps timber industry

U.S. Sen. Steve Daines is looking to help stimulate Montana’s timber industry with several proposed amendments to the Senate Farm Bill. The bill, which passed out of the Senate Agriculture Committee (on which Daines sits) on a 20 to 1 vote, passed the Senate.

Public lands

During the May 17 HD90 debate in Alberton, candidate Steve Delisle, a self-described "blue-state refugee" pitched his idea to privatize Montana's public lands, starting in Mineral County.

Alberton Food Pantry receives extra help thanks to River Edge employees

The Alberton Food Pantry received a 1,744-pound surprise last week from the River Edge Steakhouse in Alberton. Employees brought in food and toiletries to help local residents get through the Christmas holiday. The fundraiser was the idea of Janet Meyer and Jenna Hagle.

Legislative Report

We still have a few house bills that will be worked across to the Senate soon. The committee meetings have been going late to take care of business. There will still be a few bills dropped in the house hopper before the deadline.

Ron Olfert wants to revive local economy

To dispel any conflicting rumors or ideas about the manner in which the Democrats and Republicans have been involved in the decision to disallow write-in candidates to participate in the forums, you can find a rather lengthy chronology at the following website:  http://www.rmhiherbal.org/xloc/olfert/.  All pertinent documents are reproduced there.

Food for Thought: What is your style?

There are basically five different ways people relate to one another.

Kvelve's Comments: A comeback

There are many good, some potentially great, stories brewing as the second half of the local high school basketball and wrestling seasons come into focus.

Care packages sent to active-duty troops

Volunteers at the Plains VFW Post 3596 last week continued a long-standing tradition of assembling care packages for each active-duty service member from Sanders County.

Foundation gala a success for CFVH

Turnout was higher than expected on Saturday for the Clark Fork Valley Hospital Foundation’s annual gala fundraising event held at the Sanders County Fairgrounds in Plains. About 75 people attended the tropical-themed event featuring a lavish meal prepared by the hospitals’ own resident chef, Pearce Milton, and entertainment provided by the comedy/music trio, “The Singing Sons of Beaches” from Polson.

Seeley-Swan sweeps Superior

Seeley-Swan is usually considered a welcoming place for folks to visit.

Lady Tigers place second at Arlee tournament

In a field packed with local teams and several from outside the area, the Lady Tigers won their pool in the round-robin style competition, allowing them to advance to the championship round.