Room with a view

Solitude.

Trotters earn spot in divisional tournament with Lady Hawks

Although Thompson Falls beat Plains 43-38 in the consolation game of districts, the Trotters will be joining the Lady Hawks at divisonals thanks to a big win early in the week.

Lanie Crabb selected as Junior Rodeo Princess

For young equine ladies in Mineral County there’s an opportunity every year to become part of the Rodeo Royalty for the Superior LIONS Go for the Gold Rodeo during the Mineral County Fair.

Chamber golf tournament to be held

Golfers who were planning on playing in the Mineral County Chamber of Commerce golf tournament this Saturday, June 26, will have a few more weeks to practice and perfect their swing. At the meeting last Tuesday, chamber members discussed changing the date because of a conflicting tournament taking place on the same day.

Hospital gives update on Humana progress

Over the past two weeks Clark Fork Valley Hospital (CFVH) has been working with Humana to expedite a contract to help those residents affected by the Medicare Advantage cut.

Hot Springs man accused of hitting girlfriend and child

The specter of methamphetamine use can be found nearly anywhere and Hot Springs is no exception.

Enjoy the New Year intact: Drive sober or don't drive

THOMPSON FALLS — As Montanans celebrate this festive season with holiday parties and end-of-year celebrations, The Sanders County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols through January 1, 2013, to deter impaired, unsafe driving and keep the public safe on Montana roads.

Hot Springs man accused of hitting girlfriend and child

The specter of methamphetamine use can be found nearly anywhere and Hot Springs is no exception.

Enjoy the holidays intacct: Drive sober or don't drive, Mineral County Sheriff's Office increases patrols through beginning of year

Mineral County, Mont. — As Montanans celebrate this festive season with holiday parties and end-of-year celebrations, Mineral County Sheriff’s Office is increasing patrols through January 1, 2013, to deter impaired, unsafe driving and keep the public safe on Montana roads.

Plains community health fair draws big crowd

Medical professionals and nonprofit organizations filled the Plains School gymnasium Saturday for the first ever Community Health Fair. Sponsored in part by the Clark Fork Enrichment Corporation and the Clark Fork Valley Hospital, the event was attended by several local businesses.

Chamber discusses upcoming events

HOT SPRINGS – The Chamber of Commerce gathered for their monthly meeting Thursday, February 6 to discuss upcoming projects and events.

A show of good faith

ST. REGIS – In a great show of employee relations, Tricon Timber has offered a number of support options to help the 90 employees, who were recently laid off, get protections while they are unemployed.

Two River Apartment complex nears completion

Area schools compete at BPA regionals in Missoula

The next generation of business men and women, went to Missoula last week to put their skills to the test against teams across the area, during the annual regional Business Professionals of America competition.

Lady Hawks softball scores two big victories

There is a saying in softball/baseball circles that chicks dig the long ball, a reference to fondness for home runs.

County-wide open burning season ends on May 1

OPEN BURNING ENDS MAY 1. BURN PERMIT SEASON BEGINS

St. Regis Community Center goes 'green'

The St. Regis Community Center is going “green” in a manner that could soon benefit all residents of the town of approximately 400 people.

Spaghetti dinner held for pastor and family

THOMPSON FALLS - For anyone who was in the Thompson Falls Elementary School cafeteria Saturday during dinner time, it was a time to bear witness to the power of compassion and giving. The night was the culmination of hours of work over the course of weeks to bring hundreds together to give to a family in need.

Safety train stops in TFalls

Every year an average of 1,000 people die from being struck by train.

Anaconda mining company admits exposing employees to arsenic

U.S. Minerals also has agreed to resolve a related civil case brought by OSHA, alleging 19 serious health and safety violations with a total penalty of $106,800.