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February 1, 2017 4 a.m.

PBA makes 2017 plans

The Plains Business Association (PBA) met for its annual strategic planning for 2017 last week. Approximately 20 business owners met Tuesday Jan. 24 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss what will be kept, changed, or added this year. The board retained many of its officers from last year and is looking for one member. There were three presentations during the meeting, one by Kenton Pies, one by Karen Thorson, and the third was from John Thorson.

October 12, 2022 midnight

Charlo Lady Vikings notch another win

The Charlo Lady Vikings are cruising again this year in Western 14C volleyball circles.

February 5, 2014 3:21 p.m.

Unusual ticket raises questions

MINERAL COUNTY – In a recent Mineral County Justice Court report, an unusual entry was listed as a ticket given to a driver for not speaking English.

May 1, 2019 5:12 p.m.

Effort to Put Montana First

The legislative session is now officially over. We finished last Thursday so now the results get discussed, assessed and scrutinized. Many of the results can not be “fairly” evaluated for days, months, or even years but we are all hopefull to have made the right decisions. At this point, the blame game also kicks into gear. Again I say time will tell the true story and we don’t need the blame game like we see and hear on the national level. My decisions were made to try and do the best for my constituents and Montanans, not for a rating or score.

Blackfoot representatives speak at Chamber meeting
October 23, 2013 11:58 a.m.

Blackfoot representatives speak at Chamber meeting

SUPERIOR – The possibility of bringing higher speed internet to more parts of Mineral County was a major topic of discussion during the Chamber of Commerce meeting last week.

TRACS hosts fly-in event to raise funds for animals
September 18, 2013 11:29 a.m.

TRACS hosts fly-in event to raise funds for animals

THOMPSON FALLS – Wine, beer, and good food greeted the guests at the annual Thompson River Animal Care Shelter’s fundraising event.

May 24, 2017 4 a.m.

Yes, Porsche drivers, Montana does have a speed limit

Porsche drivers cruising through Mineral County were in for a surprise when some drivers in the group were pulled over for speeding.

Lady Red Devils cruise to win over St. Regis
October 8, 2014 6:18 p.m.

Lady Red Devils cruise to win over St. Regis

NOXON – The Lady Red Devils got another win last weekend, as the team triumphed over the St. Regis Lady Tigers to improve their record to 7-1.

February 9, 2011 4:18 p.m.

Panthers slam Seeley Swan

It was a week of one loss and one win for the Alberton boys. The Panthers beat Seeley at home on Friday night and lost to Hot Springs on Saturday.

Red Sleighs Over Montana delivers toys to rural families
December 29, 2021 12:05 a.m.

Red Sleighs Over Montana delivers toys to rural families

It started as a coffee-talk conversation a couple of years ago, and in 10 days, it happened. The Museum of Mountain Flying at the Missoula Montana Airport came up with the volunteers and asked for donations, and the Red Sleighs Over Montana mission to deliver toys to rural families started taking flight.

First Preparedness Day hits far above expectations
February 24, 2016 11:53 a.m.

First Preparedness Day hits far above expectations

PLAINS – Residents from Sanders and Mineral Counties gathered in Plains, Saturday, for a series of presentations during Emergency Preparedness Day.

August 28, 2013 3:27 p.m.

USFS funding could affect local contracts

SANDERS COUNTY – Plains/Thompson Falls Forest Service Ranger, Randy Hojem, said the forest service is doing their best to minimize local effects of the budget shortfall the U.S. Forest Service is currently experiencing.

Noxon cruises to Clark Fork Valley Little League title
June 13, 2012 10:39 a.m.

Noxon cruises to Clark Fork Valley Little League title

The Clark Fork Valley Little League held their postseason tournament on Saturday in Plains, six teams from  around Sanders and Mineral county came to compete.

September 22, 2021 midnight

Plains resident says Covid is a government control mechanism

I have rarely met a bureaucrat that could understand how to pour water out of a boot, much less determine what is the best treatment for life and death.

Blue Hawks notch 7B basketball victories
January 24, 2024 midnight

Blue Hawks notch 7B basketball victories

If you are a coach, seeing your team come together with playoffs in the not-too-distant future is usually a good thing.

February 2, 2011 2:58 p.m.

Savage Heat handle Tigers again

History repeated itself as the Savage Heat lost to Charlo, and bested St. Regis for the second time this season. Hot Springs (2-5, conf., 6-8 ovr.)  has now won three of their last four games heading into the heart of their conference schedule with only two weeks remaining until districts.

Play ball: Riverdogs gear up for Legion season
April 13, 2022 midnight

Play ball: Riverdogs gear up for Legion season

The boys of Springs and Summer come from all over these two counties of Sanders and Mineral.

Attracting an economy
May 1, 2013 11:02 a.m.

Attracting an economy

One common theme rang throughout the special night meeting of the Mineral County Commissioners on April 23 at the St. Regis Community Center – the future.

October 20, 2010 2:41 p.m.

Noxon Red Devils make history

By dismantling Victor 44-8 in a Western C matchup on Saturday, the  , 4-3 the Noxon Red Devils have made history.