Thompson Falls boys, girls basketball teams open with big wins

Saturday evening in Troy, the girls opened their new campaign with a resounding 63-7 thumping of the Lady Trojans. Later that evening the Blue Hawks boys also won big, pounding the Troy boys 65-39.

Clark Fork spikers strive for success in 2018 season

Clark Fork would like to continue to climb the proverbial “ladder of success” with its high school volleyball program, and third-year head coach Toni Labbe would be glad to make that happen.

T-Falls, Noxon track showcase skills at Top-10, ARM meet

Thompson Falls track star Danny Hoisington solidified his chances to be in the conversation for hardware in two of the biggest regular season track events of the year at the Top-10 event Tuesday and Whitefish ARM Saturday.

Mineral County prep roundup

The Clark Fork Lady Mountain Cats leapt over the Lincoln Lynx during Saturday night’s matchup taking them to first place going into 13C District playoffs next week in Missoula. They won all three sets 25-13, 25-22, 25-10 with senior Kenzie Mueller leading the pack in kills with 9 out of 26, 2 out of 3 blocks and 6 aces out of a team total of 15. Montanna Baughman led in digs with 8 out of 31 and Madison Mask had 21 out of 23 assists.

Sanders County Senior News

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The Catholic Church in Superior will host Lenten lunches on Tuesdays until Holy Week (April 14-20). The first lunch was March 12 and then held on Tuesdays until April 9. Lunch is noon to 1 p.m. The Methodist, Assembly of God, LDS, Catholic and Community Churches will be responsible for each lunch. Donations will be accepted with proceeds supporting a local charity. Contact Nancy Wilson at 406-822-4548 for details.

Local students land on Honor Roll

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Little Guys grapple in Superior tournament

Saturday, March 11 Superior High School held a Little Guy Wrestling Qualifying Tournament. Six teams were present; Plains/Hot Springs. Frenchtown, Missoula. Clark Fork, Thompson Falls, and Bonner. Weigh-ins took place and after some warm ups the wrestlers began according to their experience; Middles started wrestling at 9 a.m., Novices began wrestling at 11 a.m. The juniors would not be wrestling at this tournament, since they will be wrestling at the Inter-Valley Tournament, which will be held in Plains on Friday, March 17 at 5 p.m. and on Saturday March 18 at 9 a.m.

County detention center reopens

After months of being closed, the Mineral County Detention Center if finally back in full operation. On March 5, the center began accepting prisoners again after it was shut down in late October due to staffing issues.

Talent show wows crowd during fair

A talent show was held during the Mineral County Fair where five brave contestants wowed crowds with performances. On Saturday, Aug. 5, Gordon Henrick announced the acts. There were several age groups and first, second and third prize was awarded in each age group.

Fielder said she is best fit for Public Service Commission

Public Service Commission Republican candidate Jennifer Fielder, of Thompson Falls, is ready to use her two decades of experience fighting for her constituents in Western Montana.

Paradise sewer opponents undaunted despite legal setback

Despite a recent setback, members of the Paradise sewer construction project say they have not...

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Washington Companies to terminate Montana Rail Link lease

Montana Rail Link, the Missoula-based railroad company owned by billionaire industrialist Dennis Washington, announced Monday that it will terminate a long-term lease of its tracks through southern Montana and return them to owner BNSF Railway.

Legals for July, 6 2022

Montana property taxes explained

By now, most Montana property owners have opened their 2023 Property Classification and Appraisal Notices, and many have been surprised by the Montana Department of Revenue’s estimate of their property’s market value.

Dealing with Chinese economic coercion

What are gallium and geranium? Earlier this month China announced that effective Aug. 1, it will put export bans on these two seemingly obscure metals.

Western Montana Specialty Foods founder greets Gianforte

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte made a special trip to Mineral, Sanders and Lincoln counties Thursday with stops to chat with residents, present an award and visit small businesses.

Paradise Legion Club in need of new septic

During the well-publicized Paradise sewer project battle, the American Legion Club, one of two businesses in the town and the largest producer of sewage, had to walk a fine line.

Board debriefed on Sanders County Fair

It was a fun fair to all and “un-fare” to a few.