Fifth-generation Mineral County brothers host festival in Haugan

Music enthusiasts from all over the nation attended the fifth annual Silvercloud Campout, a family and dog friendly music festival next to the 50,000 Silver Dollar Bar, in Haugan on Friday and Saturday, June 7 and 8.

4-H girls receive sewing lessons

It seemed like everybody was calling Mariah Naegeli's name on Thursday at the Plains Methodist Church. The Thompson Falls' senior, known for her community service in 4-H, was doing what she does best. She was helping.

Hospital says goodbye to McGann after 40 years

PLAINS – In 93 years of life Gloria McGann spent over 40 of those at Clark Fork Valley Hospital. She had been there from the beginning and finally has called it quits.

Soaring towards state

Superior High School senior Nicole Stroot is flying high in the long jump this season for the Bobcats. Her key to success? A lot of mental toughness and heart.

Sen. Cuffe supports Fielder for Public Service Commission

Senator Jennifer Fielder is my choice for Public Service Commission, and I think you will like her, too.

Young people should be involved in politics

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Sweet success: Local woman's relish business thriving

“It all started in the late 70s when we lived in Utah and I was making this little, tiny recipe that went over really well with my family and friends. But I could only make six or seven jars at a time,” all done by hand in her home kitchen, remembers Mary Ippisch, owner and president of Western Montana Specialty Foods, Inc.

Superior woman offers twist on zucchini relish

It took Superior resident Mary Ippisch nearly thirty years along with loads of encouragement to take a homemade creation and turn it into a product worth selling.

Missoula Children’s Theatre presents 'Singin' in the Rain Jr.'

The Missoula Children’s Theatre Youth Series presents a musical with such an iconic name you can almost hear the raindrops. "Singin’ in the Rain Jr." will be live on stage, Feb. 7-9 performed by a talented cast of students, from 8th -12th grade who go back in time and jump some puddles with a classic musical.

Legislation to fund Public Law 280 advances in Senate

After a hearing that included testimony from several local officials, legislation that could help Lake County fund law enforcement under Public Law 280 is advancing in the Senate.

Alberton student wins Google award in statewide competition

Alberton parents, Ron and Zelma Kromrey were keeping a secret from their daughter, Lyssah.

Hospital to hold meetings about levy

MINERAL COUNTY – A few have already been held but Mineral Community Hospital representatives plan to hold more meetings across Mineral County to make their case for a levy that will come up before voters during the next election.

A hiker's nightmare: stranded for hours after tearing a tendon

A local hiker’s trip on the Fourth of July turned quickly from a morning hike into an ordeal that has shaken his confidence in Mineral County’s Search and Rescue.

Superior senior leads Junior Firefighting Program

While others flee, firefighters run toward the danger. Being a first responder requires courage and selflessness, but when you also add in labels like “junior” and “volunteer” it takes this brave act of service to a whole other level.

Locals strut their stuff at Turkey Trot

It was 33 degrees at 9 a.m. when the airhorn blast was the starting signal for the Turkey Trot 5K run/walk from the parking lot of the Mineral County Food Bank.

Noxon Red Devils get ready to rock and roll

Jamie Doran and Heather Hasty

NRA fundraiser banquet big hit in Sanders County

The annual National Rifle Association’s (NRA) fundraiser banquet returned to Sanders County last Tuesday night with an even bigger event.

St. Regis native releases novel about his life

Let chips fall where they may

A New Year is about to come upon us. What will 2008 have for us as a nation? Will we be a positive world influence by turning back to the precepts that made our land an example of what a God-driven democracy can do for its own people? 2008 is an election year and candidates in a myriad of national, state and local offices will be doing their best to win your support and vote. Upon what are you going to base your backing of an individual? Perhaps you are truly dedicated to a political party and you'll take the easy way out and vote a straight ticket. Maybe you will consider the individual and where they stand on the issues of the day, be it economic, the war on terrorism, illegal immigration, personal morality or where they stand on the social issues that are such a perplexing dilemma in the minds of many.

Torch Run officials invite public out for support

The organizers of the Special Olympics Torch Run in Sanders County wants to encourage people to cheer on the runners as they pass by Thursday.