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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Annual Trail Rail Run ready to go

MINERAL COUNTY – The second annual Trail Rail Run is scheduled to take place and this year more participants will flood the tracks to get their running fixation satisfied.

T-Falls Mayor Jerry Lacy steps in to 'keep things rolling'

When Jerry Lacy was appointed in November to fill the mayor’s seat vacated by Mark Sheets, he rejoined a team who had worked well together for years. He also inherited a veritable blizzard of projects to help steward through to their conclusion.

Candidates talk jobs and stimulation

The West End commissioner seat is up for election this November and residents had the chance to listen to the two candidates at a forum last week.

Proposal made to fix business water rates within Plains

Wolf count in Region 2 is up, but mostly stable

Following Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks 2017 Annual Report release this spring, officials estimate 633 gray wolves reside in Montana, more than the previous five years.

Soaring to a state championship

It’s been over a week since their history making state track and field championship and for Superior Bobcats Nicole Stroot, Kinzie Cooper and Geneva Plakke the victory still hasn’t sunk in.

Co-Gen cleared of fraud

A criminal investigation by the Montana Department of Justice found the former owner of the Thompson River Co-Gen facility provided no false information to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality in order to reduce fines for repeatedly violating air quality standards.

Superior School gets ready to finalize its fall learning options

On July 30, the Superior School District released a newsletter to students and their families about ongoing preparation to bring children back to campus for the start of the 2020-2021 school year.