Hot Springs mayor looking forward to community's future

HOT SPRINGS – Hot Springs Mayor Randy Woods has plans for the future of the community with hopes of improving the tourism draw to the area.

Wildfires continue to burn around region

Copper King fire burning eight miles east of Thompson Falls, started on Sunday, July 31. As of August 7 it has reached 1,398 acres. There were 389 firefighters on the scene and the fire is five percent contained. No evacuation orders as of Sunday.

Noxon students named to Honor Choir

NOXON – Two Noxon High School students were selected to sing in the Montana State University’s Honor Choir, joining high schoolers from around the state at the Missoula campus.

Trotters defeat Lady Savage Heat 61-17

HOT SPRINGS – The Plains Trotters claimed a strong victory against their county rivals from Hot Springs, Saturday, with a final score of 61-17.

Helping Hands celebrates 20th annual auction

Wolf controversy continues

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Alberton and Superior combine to become Mountain Cats

Lonepine bazaar begins early holiday shopping

Stage 1 fire restrictions remain in place

SANDERS COUNTY – Stage 1 fire restrictions are still in effect in Sanders County and across wide portions of northwestern Montana.

County e-waste pick up

THOMPSON FALLS – Trucks were loaded with recyclable e-waste last week as the county took part in an effort to repurpose the used items.

Mineral County valedictorians and salutatorians reflect on past and future

MINERAL COUNTY – As graduation ceremonies in Mineral County wrapped up last week, several students took to their respective podiums to deliver messages of inspiration, celebration of education and hope for the future.

Lady Hawks fly to win

THOMPSON FALLS – The Lady Hawks barely edged out the competition in their game against Libby in a close match up that landed the ladies in overtime. The competition heated up and Thompson Falls was able to take the win from right under their opponents nose. The final score landed at 42-41.

Panthers will leap back after defeat

ALBERTON – The Alberton Panthers were dealt a loss Friday, January 10, in their game against the Victor Pirates.

Unique Emporium makes way for Little Bitterroot Grocery Store

PLAINS – The Unique Emporium closed their doors on Saturday with one last hoorah of deals for anyone who was interested.

Transfer of federal land to state to be explored

THOMPSON FALLS - A public meeting to explore transfer of federal land to the states will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, December 12 at the Rex Theater in Thompson Falls.

Wildhorse Sports Association receives grant

PLAINS – Wildhorse Sports Association received a $5,000 grant from Blackfoot telecommunications last Tuesday, putting the organization closer to their goal of constructing a very ornate and much-needed sports complex at the old Plains airport.

Paradise holds chili feed to fund lunch program

The school in Paradise is closing after this year but they still need to feed the kids that do attend classes. A chili feed was held on Saturday at the gym to help raise funds for the school lunch program. About 10 people attended the event that featured a light salad with homemade ranch dressing, homemade chili and cornbread and for dessert, chocolate cake or sugar cookies all prepared by Lisa French, cook and bus driver for the school.

Curry's 27 lifts Trotters to overtime win at Noxon

A squeaker and a blowout were the story last weekend for the Plains Trotters girls basketball team.

Wildlife crossing system aims to prevent collisions

The Montana Department of Transportation is using an innovative technology to help prevent wildlife-vehicle collisions on Montana Highway 200 near Thompson Falls.

Sanders County Sheriff's Relief Fund delivers food and gifts

The annual Sanders County Sheriff’s Relief Fund food and gift distribution came off without a hitch Dec. 23.