This 'n That consignment shop in Superior is closing its doors

From clothes, to jewelry, knick-knacks and appliances all fill the tiny building located on the far side of the bridge in Superior. This ’n That is located at 104 River Street North and is closing its doors permanently on March 16.

Fishing Through the Fog

There are few friendships among men more sacred than the “fishing buddies.” Like all friendships, it is a bond forged from the passage of time together. Most friendships develop from time spent together during an activity or social function or a shared class in college: doing something. Fishing buddies develop from doing nothing. That is what most fishing consists of, sitting in a boat or on the shoreline doing absolutely nothing but waiting for a fish to make a bad decision.

COLUMN: Life of a referee

Let me be perfectly clear about this (lots of politicians use that phrase these days), I’m a fan of referees — for the most part.

Publisher should stick to facts, not hearsay

I have read the stories that contained some facts, but mostly opinions and hearsay each week about Dan Resler. Against my better judgment, I can't stay quiet any longer. I for one think that we should commend Dan for taking total responsibility for what he has done.

"Art on the Walls"

Tara Mathers is a Montana cowgirl.  She has grown up in Plains riding horses, going to rodeos and bull riding. Although she looks the part of a rugged, young cowgirl; she lights up when she talks about her future. 

An update from Senator Jennifer Fielder

I am working on many legislative actions to ensure local voices are meaningfully factored into government decisions. Please do your part by staying apprised of the issues that affect you and submit comments for the record to responsible agency officials. Feel free to cc me with any official comments you make to state agencies so I can follow up on the most critical topics. My email is Sen.JFielder@legmt.gov

Week 6 at the State Capital

HB 161, sponsored by Speaker of the House Mike Milburn, passed 2nd reading in the Montana House of Representatives this past week with 63 out of 100 House members voting for repeal.

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.

Awaiting the smoke... the story of unsung heroes manning the lookout towers

SANDERS COUNTY- While the rest of the country is beginning to recognize the daily heroics of wildland firefighters, residents in Sanders County have known what these men and women do on a daily basis for decades. Due to international coverage of the many fires burning throughout the west and the tragic deaths of 19 brave firefighters in Arizona, mainstream media has brought to light what we already know. Wildland firefighters risk their lives to protect us and our property.

Tips for taking care of pets during winter

If it’s one thing that all of Mineral County and much of the state of Montana has in common, it’s we all love our pets

Montana adds protections for kids in private residential treatment programs

As a teenager attending Chrysalis Therapeutic Boarding School for Girls, a private, alternative therapeutic program in Eureka, Montana, from 2001 to 2004, Meg Appelgate was subjected to emotional abuse and not given medical care for injuries from physical labor such as baling hay, chopping wood, and moving rocks, she said.

Tips from a local Game Warden

Originally from Odessa, Texas, Mineral County Game Warden Justin Singleterry, moved up to Montana in December 2002.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital ramps up telehealth option

Telehealth is nothing new to the healthcare industry and Clark Fork Valley Hospital, but it will now be a tool that is utilized more frequently during the COVID-19 pandemic to connect patients and providers.

St. Regis picks new superintendent

The St. Regis School Board decided on a new superintendent after interviewing five candidates Wednesday.

Alberton group focuses attention on area youth

ALBERTON - A group of Alberton women stopped by the Mineral County Chamber of Commerce meeting April 16 at the senior center, to explain to attendees why the new group is so important.

Thompson Falls hopes to bounce back on the gridiron

THOMPSON FALLS – The Bluehawks played a big game against Ronan on Friday, October 11. The team faced the goliaths full throttle ahead and did not give up until the game was over.

Snowmobilers prep for Poker Run

Riders convene in Haugen for trip to benefit charity event

Snowmobilers are getting excited. This Saturday, the Silver Dollar Bar in Haugen, in conjunction with the Montana Nightrider’s Snowmobile Club, is going to be hosting its 23rd Annual $1,000 Super Poker Run on the West End of Mineral County.

Hiawatha Bike Trail provides a family challenge

Midway into the one mile-and-one-half long, cold, pitch-black, and muddy Taft Tunnel it started: My 10-month-old son was not happy.

Montana Aussie adventures with Erin-Jay

Another week of cooler weather has welcomed us here in Sanders County, and though I may already be cold, I love the fall weather.

Lady Hawks soar through weekend games

THOMPSON FALLS – The Lady Hawks showed a strong performance last week as they added two more victories to their total.