Seatbelt law voted down in legislative session

“Lauryn’s Law”, a bill that would establish a primary seatbelt law in Montana, was struck down by a 7-4 vote in committee a few weeks ago during legislation in Helena. The law stems from the death of a 15-year-old Fairfield girl who died when the truck she was riding in rolled. Her name was Lauryn Goldhahn and the accident occurred near Fairfield last August.

Legals for June, 26 2024

Montana Viewpoint: Respect

I asked a friend of mine if he had ever known a man named Bat O’Callahan who lived in Trout Creek years ago and was married to my good friend Jessie O’Callahan. Whether that marriage ended because Bat left town or died, I never did know, but since Jessie had remembered him so fondly, I thought he must have been a good man.

Superior sandwich shop settles into new location

Longtime Superior residents recall KC Sullivan Management/Tax Preparation, The Strand Theater, The Rocking Rodeo Bar & Grille, and Sully’s on the 100 block of River Street.

Sanders County Sheriff's Report

3/20/11 12:41 a.m.- A reporting party called about a vehicle that slid off of Upper Lynch Creek Rd. with three females in the vehicle.  They women stated they were fine and just wanted a ride home from a deputy, but had to stay at the scene until an officer arrived. One woman was complaining of back and neck pain.

Alberton library awarded trio of grants

Receiving three grants in one month could knock a person over, but Blue Cutler is giddy because of them.

Free firewood cutting begins April 1

Personal firewood cutting will be free to the general public from April 1 through June 1, 2020, on the Lolo National Forest and no permit will be required during this time.

Hot Springs girls get win

The Savage Heat halted their season long, six game losing streak by defeating St. Regis, 50-32 on Saturday. The long awaited victory came after a loss the previous day to Charlo, 20-40. Hot Springs is now 2-4 conf., 2-11 ovr.

Small lady hawks team look to capitalize on agility

The Thompson Falls ladies’ volleyball team isn’t going to let a short roster stop them from having another great season.

Plains softball has high hopes

Hopes are running high that this year’s Plains High fast pitch softball team will be able to turn a blend of experience and youth into a winning product on the field.

Justyna's Column: First time snowmobiling

Growing up in Colorado, one would think I would have had ample chances to romp through the snow on a snowmobile. However, that not being the case, I finally got that opportunity this last week.

Good-"buy" America

Just to introduce myself. I am a 75-year-old, white, college educated, male. I have lived through a depression, a world war, two police actions and now, Iraqi freedom.

Lookout Pass opens for season

As soon as I see the first snowflakes of the year hit the ground, my thoughts immediately turn to the upcoming ski season and the days seem to drag as I anxiously await the opening of the ski resort. Turns out I'm not the only one.

Letter to Editor

When I read the news that the United States government had shut down my first thought was, “How can they tell?”

Lady Tigers rout Victor for first win of season

After dropping a heart-breaking, low-scoring game on the road against Noxon Friday night, the St. Regis Lady Tigers got their first win of the season Saturday at home against the Victor Pirates.

St. Regis boys and girls bounce back

When you’ve fallen off a horse, they say, the best thing to do is get back in the saddle and ride.

Thompson Falls thin clads send several to 7B Divisional meet

Cody Burk led the boys team with two wins in the shot put and discus and a second in the javelin.

Otto Otnes answers the call as VFW chaplain

For Plains resident Otto Otnes, it was a simple matter of the door being knocked on and he answered the call.

Hecla CEO ready to move on after 'bad actor' ruling

A three-year “bad actor” case against the president and CEO was recently dismissed. As far as Baker is concerned, it was overdue.

Fifteen county wrestlers head to championships

Three Sanders County wrestling teams will send 15 wrestlers to the state championships after a big day at the Western B-C Divisional Tournament in Darby Saturday.