Lozeau Bridge Fire required devoted resources

UPDATE: Woodland said the fire was started by a welding operation on the Lozeau Bridge. Earlier reports stated a firefighter was possibly injured. It was later determined one of the firefighters from SVFD was suffering from heat exhaustion and was treated and released.

A new author holds a special book signing

PLAINS - Tuesday night a very special guest returned home to the Plains Public Library. From 5:30pm to 6:30pm, Carol Morden, a new writer on the scene, held a book signing in the seating area of the library. Her book is titled, Dry Bones. Morden, who once lived in Plains and has since left to greener pastures, returned to Plains for a son’s high school reunion and a family reunion. Along the way through Plains to her reunions, the library asked her to have a book signing in what she refers to as her first and most important library.

Plains Mayor Dan Rowan elected to county commission

Plains Mayor Dan Rowan scored a decisive victory Tuesday night in his campaign for the Sanders County Commission seat in District 1, while John Holland secured the county commission’s District 2 seat.

Fire managers share good news about Magpie blaze

It was mostly good news for the approximately 20 local residents who attended the Magpie Rock Fire managers meeting at the Dixon School gymnasium Monday morning.

First responders participate in emergency drill

THOMPSON FALLS – What if an epidemic was to hit Sanders County? Would the county be ready?

Emotions run high at wolf management meeting

Emotions ran high at a seminar on wolf management in Mineral County Thursday night in Superior.

Hot Springs Savage Heat remain undefeated

The Hot Springs football team kept their perfect record intact after defeating Burlington, Wyoming. The Savage Heat are now 7-0 following this non-conference game that took place on a neutral field at Ennis on Friday, October 9, at 1:00 pm.  With a final score of 68-8, the Savage Heat again took an early lead with the now expected  kick-off return and touchdown by Trevor Paro. Paro, who received the most votes to be the Missoulian Prep Athlete of the Week following his stellar performance against Valley Christian,  then added 3 more touchdowns and a safety.  Kicker and receiver Jack Dolson caught a 36 yard pass from quarterback Sam Hoff for a touchdown.  Kane Lawson then scored on a 12 yard run.  Zach Osbourne followed this with a 1 yard touchdown.  Tyler Carr scored two touchdowns and two extra points.  One touchdown was an 11 yard run and another was a 19 yard pass from Justin Salmi. Tyler Neal scored on a 41 yard run and Tyler Carr scored the extra points. 

Legals for January, 22 2025

Community Food Bank moving to new location

The Community Food Bank in Superior has had seven different homes over the last three decades. But starting next month it will open its door at its new permanent location, across the Clark Fork River in the old Bootlegger Bar.

Plains-Hot Springs finishes 5th at Choteau Invite

he Plains/Hot Springs Savage Horsemen continued to show they are a wrestling force with which to be reckoned as they used individual performances and team depth to propel them to a fifth place finish in the Choteau Invitational wrestling tournament this past week in Choteau.

Noxon upsets top-rated Charlo

The volleyball epicenter Saturday night could easily be traced to mid court of the Charlo High School gym.

Wildhorse Sports Association receives grant

PLAINS – Wildhorse Sports Association received a $5,000 grant from Blackfoot telecommunications last Tuesday, putting the organization closer to their goal of constructing a very ornate and much-needed sports complex at the old Plains airport.

Kunzer Memorial ATA Shoot a success for local Trap Club

Fifteen squads registered for the recent Tom Kunzer Memorial Firecracker at the Plains Trap Club grounds over the weekend.

HD-14 candidate Randy Mitchell

There will be two candidates for the primary election on June 8 for Montana House Representative from District 14.

St. Regis basketball wins two at home

Two for three ain’t bad, especially with a core of youngsters on the court.

Firefighters prepare for fall prescribed burning

Both underburning and pile burning will be conducted this fall in previous treatment areas to eliminate slash/woody debris and promote nutrient recycling in the soil.

Juneau praises rural schools at Alberton graduation

Denise Juneau who served as Superintendent of Public Instruction for Montana from 2009 until January of this year, was the guest speaker for Alberton’s graduation on May 28. She ran against Republican Ryan Zinke for the US House of Representatives in the 2016 elections and is currently taking a look at the job description as President for the University of Montana. A job vacated by Royce Engstrom last December.

Free Throws Shootout sends girls to camp

Ski classes begin

Lookout Pass Ski Area, I-90 Exit -0-, Mullan, Idaho,  January 2, 2011 - On Saturday, January 8, 2011 the Lookout Pass Free Ski School will begin its 71st year of offering free ski and snowboard lessons to children ages 6 to 17.  Throughout the years, this nationally recognized school has taught over 40,000 students both the skills and etiquette for a successful and lifelong skiing experience.  The Free Ski School is a non-profit organization run by a group of dedicated, volunteer instructors who operate the program with donations received from businesses and individuals throughout the area.

GOP forms election integrity committee

During the upcoming legislative session, Montana lawmakers will launch a six-person select committee dedicated to discussing election integrity.