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January 14, 2016 11:37 a.m.

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.

May 14, 2010 5:49 p.m.

Alberton feels ready for districts

After having most of their meets cancelled due to weather issues, the students on the Alberton track team were a bit nervous to be out competing again at Seeley this past weekend. Coach Rachel Clevenger said that they weren't sure how things were going to go and if they would be able to better their times or not. But despite their worries, everything turned out all right.

Alumni game heats up before Homesteader Days
June 12, 2013 9:55 a.m.

Alumni game heats up before Homesteader Days

HOT SPRINGS - The high school played host to the annual Hot Springs alumni basketball game on Friday pitting the current team versus players from past teams. The event served as a fundraiser and as a fun lead up to the 64th annual Homesteader Days celebration in Hot Springs.

September 19, 2018 12:36 p.m.

Patriot Day: Uncommon Grounds support local emergency responders

Cynthia Boehler, owner of Uncommon Grounds coffee stop in Plains, said she wanted to recognize Sanders County’s emergency responders and what they do for the community, and what better day than on Patriot Day.

St. Regis celebrates family night
January 23, 2015 4:26 p.m.

St. Regis celebrates family night

ST. REGIS – An event at the St. Regis elementary school gym last week featured an organization dedicated to helping parents better understand child development and makes sure parents have access to important resources.

March 2, 2022 midnight

CSKT increases recreation fees, closes areas for tribal use only

Skyward recreation pressures have helped spawn a hike in camping and use fees — and a handful of public closures — on Confederated Salish and Kootenai tribal lands.

Volunteers help rebuild St. Regis resident's roof
October 5, 2022 midnight

Volunteers help rebuild St. Regis resident's roof

Three months have passed since a storm brought down a large tree on the Lowry’s home in St. Regis. On the afternoon of July 2, strong winds toppled a staggering Ponderosa Pine on the backside of the family’s house, seriously damaging the roof and porch.

Alberton looks to a 4-day school week
February 6, 2008 midnight

Alberton looks to a 4-day school week

In response to a serious lack of funding, Alberton School District is considering some extreme measures to help cut the cost of operating the school.

Crossing guards toe the line
September 10, 2008 midnight

Crossing guards toe the line

The Plains School Crossing guards are stepping up — literally — to ensure the safety of students getting to and from school.

December 10, 2019 8:33 p.m.

Kvelve's Comments: Unapologetic Christmas wish list for others

I hope it’s not too late to get my Christmas wish list for others to the guy with the white beard and red suit.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks supervisor honored
June 17, 2020 7:03 p.m.

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks supervisor honored

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Science Program Supervisor Alan Wood received the Montana Chapter of The Wildlife Society’s Distinguished Service Award for 2020 in recognition for more than three decades of exemplary service protecting Montana’s fish and wildlife and their habitat.

ATV riders meet at West End for annual poker ride
July 19, 2023 midnight

ATV riders meet at West End for annual poker ride

The West End ATV Association is an ATV club made up of locals primarily from DeBorgia, Haugan and Saltese.

Plains-Hot Springs misses state by one run
May 24, 2017 4 a.m.

Plains-Hot Springs misses state by one run

The Plains-Hot Springs softball team’s quest to clinch a Class B-C state title bid fell one run short when they lost to Loyola Sacred Heart 12-11 at the Class B-C Western softball Divisional tournament Friday and Saturday at Libby High School.

Montana Aussie Adventures with Erin-Jay
June 6, 2018 12:55 p.m.

Montana Aussie Adventures with Erin-Jay

Sunshine and spring rains are making for a great continuation of the warmer weather.

September 24, 2008 midnight

County completes budget

The Sanders County budget has been approved after a couple months of wondering whether or not money would from the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act. The federal subsidy pumped $1.5 million into roads and schools, and its expiration this year forced Sanders County to scramble for money.

Shooters travel to compete nationally
March 17, 2011 10:39 a.m.

Shooters travel to compete nationally

Georgia is on the mind of one Mineral County shooter (and her coaches) ever since shooting a 277 three-position score in the 2010-2011 U.S. Army Junior Open Postal Championship.  Dahkota Hayes shot the postal phase of the National tournament in January along with fifteen other Mineral County junior shooters. 

St. Regis nonagenarian bags an elk
June 23, 2021 midnight

St. Regis nonagenarian bags an elk

It had been a few years, maybe 10, since St. Regis resident John Cochran last killed an elk during hunting season.

Panthers return with win
January 12, 2011 3:21 p.m.

Panthers return with win

After a week of practice and no games, the Alberton Panthers stepped back out on the court last week with two games. They played Seeley on Tuesday and won, 34-23, and played Hot Springs on Saturday, but lost, 39-37.

Hot Springs homicide suspect, victim shared residence
November 11, 2020 midnight

Hot Springs homicide suspect, victim shared residence

Hot Springs homicide suspect, victim shared residence

Getting a  glimpse at the great gray owl in its native habitat
June 3, 2020 1 a.m.

Getting a glimpse at the great gray owl in its native habitat

I had my first sighting of a great gray owl last week after finishing a walk near home.