Food for Thought: How have you grown?

But with challenges and tribulations comes an opportunity to learn...

Lady Bobcats have a tough weekend

Summer Crosby

Community assessment spotlights problems, possible solutions

The 2016 Community Assessment report for Mineral County is now available for public viewing to be used by residents and officials alike. The information will be used for Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response (CASPER). It will provide household-level information and helps to assess the effect if a disaster were to hit the area. The information is also used to assess the health and basic needs of Mineral County.

MTGOP supports transfer of public lands

MINERAL COUNTY – A resolution in support of granting federally managed public lands to the state met with overwhelming approval at this year’s MTGOP state convention, June 19-21 in Billings, MT.

Presentation on pesticide use and safety to be held in Thompson Falls

The Sanders County Horticultural Society kicks off its second year on Saturday, February 23, 2013 with a presentation on Pesticide Use and Safety from John Halpop MSU Extension/Sanders County at the Thompson Falls Christian Church.

Meet Mineral County's new attorney, Ellen Donohue

Ellen Donohue is the new Mineral County Attorney, replacing Marcia Boris, who left at the end of last summer. Donohue was hired for the position by a selection committee, and will work for the rest of Boris’ term, which ends in 2018.

Noxon wrestlers have more experience this season

Superior welcomes a new Little Free Library

This quaint box perched above a friendly hand-carved bear is a Little Free Library recently purchased and established by the Arnsans, Dan and Barbara.

Lady Hawks softball remains perfect on season

When potential becomes reality, good things often happen.

Singer still belts out tunes

SUPERIOR - Ever since she was a young girl, Nyla Prosser has been singing along with her sister Rita.

Paradise woman dances with horses

Matt Unrau

Nonpartisan solutions for wildfire prevention and forest restoration

Even if you don’t see the flames, the smoke and poor visibility is hard to ignore. Yet, ignoring the issue and letting politics get in the way of action is exactly the problem in Washington, D.C.

In its 40th year, Montana Water Court future uncertain

HELENA — The Montana Water Court could soon reach a turning point once all its old water rights cases are settled.

Dogs sweep Mariners in Legion action

Baseball is an amazing game. One day you are mired in a slump where you can’t hit the barn door with both hands. A couple days later ...

Wasteful spending will only make inflation worse

Montana families across the state are feeling the pain in their pocketbooks from inflation and higher prices on everything from gas to groceries to heating their homes.

Canadian Aussie Adventures with Erin-Jay

So this past week, I headed north with my parents up to Canada for a little holiday, which is why no one would have seen me around the county.

Senator's representative visits Mineral County

SUPERIOR – A representative from Montana State Senator Jon Tester’s office was in Mineral County last week at the weekly commissioners meeting to listen to their concerns regarding a variety of issues.

Lady Tigers learn from losses

The St. Regis girls had two losses this week, but Coach Janelle Pruitt said that there were also some positive things to celebrate in the midst of them.

Plains School Board Trustees candidates

1. Why are you seeking a position on the school board?

Fair Board prepares for Aug. 30-Sept. 2 event

The Sanders County Fair Board recently met for its monthly meeting ahead of the 2018 Sanders County Fair, and they are well on their way to make this year’s event bigger and better.