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Dan’s Column

SVFD Mutual Aid request brings much needed support

Montana Mutual Aid was established in 1995 by the state legislature in an effort to allow fire departments without existing mutual aid agreements in place to assist each other without the worry of liability issues.

Superior woman reflects on a century of life

Nyla Prosser, of Superior, is known for having a melodious singing voice, her even sweeter disposition, and an ever-ready willingness to help others.

Lakeside Resort brings 'Ale-xperience' to diners

The Lakeside Motel and Resort in Trout Creek has brought in guest chef Alex Mayberry from La Manzanilla, Jalisco, Mexico for two months to the local Trout Creek business.

American Legion members work to mark fatal wreck sites

One white marker is erected for each fatal traffic accident.

Farmer's market up and running in Superior, Alberton

The vendors for the Superior farmer's market have the majority of the lawn in front of the old school house to set up on, but on Saturday, they all tend to gather under the tree where the shade provides relief from the hot summer sun.

Fall garden tips to prepare for next season

The experienced gardener knows that the success of next year’s harvest hinges on prepping their gardens for the long winter ahead.

Trio of authors to speak at Mineral County Library

Leslie Budewitz is a three-time Agatha Award winner and the best-selling author of the "Spice Shop" mysteries set in Seattle, and "Food Lovers’ Village" mysteries inspired by Bigfork, where she lives.

Letters to the Editor; A couple of lessons

A COUPLE OF LESSONS

Homecoming bombardment

St. Regis senior Dallas Lewis does not forget last year’s heartbreaking St. Regis Tiger football loss to the West Yellowstone Wolverines in one of the teams few home games of the season.

Local crafts on display at bazaar

Christmas Bazaar serves community as well as cause

Vendors and holiday shoppers from all over the county made their way to the Thompson Falls High School gym last Saturday, Dec. 4 for the annual Christmas Bazaar. The gym was packed as shoppers perused the locally made crafts and gifts on display at the event.

Residents urged to use caution when burning

Caution!

Cummings honored for 70 years of service at VFW

Across America, the Veterans of Foreign Wars are a familiar sight and symbolize a commitment to the nation both at home and abroad. The organization traces its roots back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service.

Plains Day hits town

PLAINS – The usually quiet town of Plains transformed for a day on Saturday, June 7 as the annual Plains Day celebration took place. The main street of downtown was packed with people enjoying the day and the activities.

Need for agricultural support

Today I would like to send a strong message to Governor Steve Bullock and A/G Tim Fox.

Chamber gets a helping hand

ST. REGIS – The Mineral County Chamber of Commerce is getting some help from an unlikely source with putting together next year’s business guide that will tell local consumers and tourists where to go for their needs.

Nurse Sara Nestor earns hospital honor

Sara Nestor, RN and OB Coordinator at Clark Fork Valley Hospital said she was surprised and honored with The DAISY Award For Extraordinary Nurses at a reception that was held for her at the hospital in Plains on Feb. 23. Homemade cinnamon rolls were served to Nestor and her surprise guests of family members and co-workers.

Hydrogen-powered drones could patrol remote stretch of I-90

Imagine a system that could provide public safety, emergency medical services, law enforcement, fire abatement and communications in one small fleet of hydrogen powered UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) that are able to stay in the air up to 13 hours and to be on call day or night in any weather.

Mineral Pharmacy in Superior under new ownership

People who drive by the Mineral Pharmacy in Superior may have noticed the marquee that reads “Welcome Brian and Kami.”

Hunter education class held at Plains Trap Club

There are thousands of adults and children in Montana who have successfully completed a Hunter Education class. The class takes at least two days and 12 hours in length. What takes place is very accurate and detailed learning about how to safely hunt, hunting ethics, specific laws on hunting in Montana, following a blood trail, what to do if lost, firing a .22 caliber rifle, and firing a shotgun. Once the class is successfully completed, the written test has been passed, and the field course has been done, the individual will receive a Montana hunter education certificate. The certificate is honored in all of North America.