Senior Citizens Center has new kitchen manager

The St. Regis Senior Citizens Center has been open since 2009, and in that time, they have had growing pains, as businesses do, ranging from lines outside waiting for their meals to almost closing the doors.

4-H competition showcases hobbies

Students from Sanders County gathered at Thompson Falls High School on Saturday morning to demonstrate their 4-H projects to a panel of judges.

Billy Hill determined to stay in sheriff race

After losing the primary race to sheriff candidate Tom Rummel, Trout Creek resident Billy Hill has not conceded to defeat just yet.

St. Regis students show big gains in standardized testing

Every year the students at St. Regis School have to take the Measure of Academic Progress test in the fall, winter, and spring.

Grading a problem with new teaching platform

This year St. Regis School is experiencing a whole new way of learning. They have adopted the Summit Basecamp learning program, which is project-based and more hands-on than traditional modes of learning. Rather than standing in front of a class, teachers work with students individually or in small groups.

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Meeting held about recent crime spree

NOXON - Tuesday night saw emotions run high as concerned citizens voiced opinions, asked questions and regaled fellow citizens and elected officials with personal stories about the rash of crime in the western section of Sanders County. A meeting that was originally planned for the fire hall in Noxon had to be moved to the Noxon school’s multipurpose room to accommodate the number of citizens who attended. So many people showed up, that several had to stand along the walls and back into the hallway. The meeting was held so Sheriff Tom Rummel, Undersheriff Lanny Hensley, Commissioner Tony Cox and County Prosecuting Attorney Robert Zimmerman could address the community on the crime problem and answer questions or concerns of the public. Commissioner Carol Brooker was present, but sat with the public.

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How is guilt affecting your life?

This is a two part series. In this article we will explore the concept of guilt and how it affects a person’s life. Next week I will discuss how to manage guilt.

County to help those behind on property taxes

Sanders County Treasurer Nichol Scribner wants to help people keep their mobile homes.

February fling prepares locals for spring

"Friends of the LIbrary" raise money for Mineral County Library

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From your State Senate: with Sen. Jennifer Fielder

We are working on dozens of important issues in the legislature. My primary focus is on protecting our freedom, reviving our economy, and increasing local input in management of public lands and wildlife. Due to the number of concerns expressed regarding gun rights issues, several related bills are being introduced in the legislature this week. You can track all legislation at www.mt.leg.gov

Plains man makes trek

PLAINS – One resident of Plains made his way over 1,000 miles to take part in a one of a kind festival: a place where an entire culture is constructed, strangers become family and everyone is allowed to be exactly who they want to be with no passed judgments.

"Sheriff First" bill effects officers

Here is the entire wording for the “Sheriff First” bill that has passed both the Senate and House. Please read with due diligence, it is very short.

30-voice choir to perform in Mineral County

“My main concern is that the article clearly states that Superior's performance is on Saturday, Dec.16 as a 3 p.m. matinee,” writes Jim Goss, Treasurer of the Mineral County Performing Arts Council.

Plains Elementary holds Kindergarten Round-Up

Around 30 soon-to-be kindergarten students recently made their way to Plains Elementary School to meet their teachers.

Mineral Independent wins big at state awards banquet

The Mineral Independent recently brought home nine awards from the Montana Newspaper Association banquet; six of those a first place honor.

Bluehawks take third at Corvallis meet

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Bluehawks softball focuses on rebuilding after hiatus

The Thompson Falls softball team will have to modify its expectations as they reenter competition after a year’s hiatus.