Postal Service abruptly ended negotiations with Alpine Air in Montana

The U.S. Postal Service abruptly stopped air service in Montana this week even after Alpine Air, its air cargo contractor in the state, offered a roughly $3 million reduction in its contract, according to the company CEO.

Volunteer group holds back-to-school drive

In just a few short weeks the lazy carefree days of summer will transition into back-to-school preparations. Families buying new clothes and gym shoes, backpacks and binders, pencils and pens. But for some Mineral County students it can be a financial strain acquiring all they need as they enter those hallways once again.

Plains VFW getting a makeover

It is a building that in one way or another has been serving the Plains community for several decades.

Mineral County Sheriff's Office report

Mineral County Sheriff's Office report for July 7-13

Rediscovering home: St. Regis Resort District

The rivalry in Mineral County was a real cat fight. The Tigers, Panthers and Bobcats hated to lose to each other. It was like brothers, and now sisters, going at each other in the backyard.

Legals for July, 24 2024

Berneking is Grand Marshal, Duncan is Fair Lady

This is really a real honor and a privilege to be the grand marshal,” said Herman Berneking. “They had a lot of people to choose from and I’m humbled they chose me.”

Remembering Rebekah Barsotti

As we mark the third anniversary of the disappearance of Rebekah Barsotti and her beloved Belgian Malinois, Cerberus, we reflect on a journey of courage, resilience, and the unwavering pursuit of justice.

Locals reflect on the beginnings of the fair and rodeo

The Mineral County Fair and Rodeo has been the premier three days of socializing for at least 50 years, with this year's edition set for Aug. 1-3.

Thompson Falls Council reviews zoning law and dog kennel request

Thompson Falls monthly council meeting saw tensions rise after the second reading of a new zoning ordinance, with other discussions centering on whether dog kennels should be allowed in city limits.

Elk Meadows Bridge on Lolo Forest to be replaced this summer

The bridge on the scenic Elk Meadows Road, Lolo National Forest System Road 451, that goes along the Bitterroot Mountains from the Lolo Pass Visitor Center on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests to the Lolo National Forest near Lolo, Mont., will be replaced this summer.

Lee Creek Campground to be closed for water system updates

The Lee Creek Campground and Forest Road 699, Lee Creek Road, on the Lolo National Forest will be closed from July 18 to August 30, 2024, for water system updates.

Mineral County Sheriff's Office report July 7-14, 2024

Mineral County Sheriff's Office report July 7-14, 2024

UM Library makes historic aerial photos available online

Some of the state’s earliest known aerial photography now is available online courtesy of the University of Montana Mansfield Library.

US, Canada reach deal to renew Columbia River Treaty

After years of negotiations, the United States and Canada have reached a tentative agreement renewing the Columbia River Treaty.

Church celebrates local couple's long marriage

They met at the Missoula Mercantile in 1955.

River Street Festival floats on this weekend

The second annual River Street Festival Great Montana SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) Sprint is next up for family excitement in Mineral County. The name has become larger, but then the event has certainly grown in accordance.

Plains celebrates Independence Day

Plains celebrated the Second Continental Congress’ unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4,1776 with a full day of activities for all ages.

Legals for July, 3 2024

Road work begins on highways 200 and 135

Montana 135 between St. Regis and Paradise is a 21.5-mile-long route known as the cut-off road. From 1960 to 1978, it was a connection between U.S. 10 and US 10A and later Montana 200.