An update from Rep. Pat Ingraham

On Monday, March 25th, a date requested by the Governor, as a member of the House Human Services Committee, I and other members of the committee heard House Bill 590 – Medicaid Expansion, a big issue for the Legislature. On Wednesday, March 27th, the House Human Services Committee took executive action on HB 590 and on a partisan vote, Republicans opposing and Democrats supporting, HB 590, the Medicaid expansion bill, failed to pass the committee.

Press removed from Plains candidate forum

It is not unusual these days amid the bickering and name-calling of politics to have a controversy at a candidate gathering.

Montana Viewpoint: Rights and responsibilities

But for almost every right, there is a qualifier that is as important as the right itself.

Lolo National Forest declares very high fire danger

The Lolo National Forest has declared very high fire danger following dry weather.

Superior Lions crown rodeo royalty

Cowboy hats off to the Superior Lions for doing their part in making a traditional summer event as best as they could during an abnormal year.

Search and rescue called for missing person in river

PLAINS – Sanders County Search and Rescue was called to the bridge near the fairgrounds on Sunday, July 12 for a boater who had been missing in the river for 15-20 minutes. The call came in shortly after 6 p.m.

Tigers learn how to play like a family

Although the St. Regis Tiger basketball team’s tournament ended in just two games, first year Head Coach Byron Quinlan has a lot to look forward to.

New tricks for dog owners to protect pets

We’ve all heard of the “dog days of summer,” the hottest days during the summer months. Although the saying would have you believe that dogs enjoy being out in the heat, take it from me as the owner of a new puppy, that it is not the case.

'Aladdin Jr.' brings a taste of Broadway to town

St. Regis School drama instructor Derek Larson couldn’t contain his excitement following the March 16 performance of “Aladdin Jr.,” and took his excitement to Facebook.

Laptops change learning

While waiting for class to start at Superior High School this year, the upperclassmen no longer open their notebooks. Instead, juniors and seniors open their new laptops.

A closer look into the world of fishers and martens

Raise your hand if you have ever seen a marten in the wild. OK, how about a fisher?

COLUMN: Hands off my sports

This planet that is now home to somewhere in the crowded neighborhood of 8 billion human beings by most estimates, is an amazing, if not crazy place.

Alberton Student Spotlight: Emmah Baughman

Full name: Emmah Baughman

School act passes

Concerns that the Secure Rural Schools Act would not pass and Mineral County would be forced into a tenuous financial situation were alleviated when the act passed as part of the economic bailout plan recently signed by President Bush.

First female grizzly in 40 years collared in Washington

The grizzly, along with her three cubs, were released to help biologists learn more about the endangered animals.

Money isn't just sitting there

What's wrong with government grants? Isn't it true that "if we don't take them someone else will, so we might as well go for it? Let's find out by tracing what I'll call the "Life Cycle of the Government Grant."

Health Clinic construction in final stages

The construction of the new medical clinic in St. Regis is reaching its final stages and the finishing touches should be done by the end of January to early February.

Noxon's Stogner receives Navy Cross Medal

Marine risked his life to save his gunner, other soldiers in Vietnam

James Stogner of Noxon received the prestigious Navy Cross Medal during a special ceremony Friday afternoon, April 5 at the VFW in Polson.

Meth driving crime spree in Hot Springs

Even the small town of Hot Springs is not immune from the ravaging effects of dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.

Spotlight on the Arts: Sonny Brown

Spotlight on the Arts by The Paradise Center honors and encourages students in the arts by highlighting their talent and acknowledging the support they receive through their schools and teachers.