St. Regis school board one of two recognized statewide

The St. Regis School Board was recognized as one of two School Boards of the Year in Montana for its efforts in policies, facilities, and programs at St. Regis. School Superintendent Joe Steele, who nominated the board for the award, said he has been impressed with the school board’s vision, and those past board members who initiated their vision.

Flu season has arrived

(SUPERIOR, MT) Mineral Community Hospital reported 27 cases of influenza A in Montana so far this season with five of the cases in Missoula County.

Need for healthcare workers continues to grow in area

For several years Mineral County high school students have been able to spend a day at Mineral Community Hospital to explore careers in health care. Working with the Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and Research and Explore Awesome Careers in Healthcare, or REACH, students can explore a number of careers. Including lab work; X-rays; CT or computed tomography scanning; dentistry; public health; nursing; and emergency medical training.

Brian Alexander

Brian Matthew Alexander of Superior, Mont., passed away on Oct. 26, 2018, of a heart attack at the age of 62.

Food pantries vital in Montana

About half a dozen volunteers stood in an assembly line putting cans, boxes and bags of food into paper grocery sacks last weekend: 132 bags to be exact. These were bags of food to be distributed to local families in need so they can enjoy a nice Thanksgiving dinner.

Trout Creek man jailed after lengthy standoff

A team effort by Northwest Montana law enforcement agencies helped put a suspect in a Trout Creek shooting incident behind bars Friday.

Trout Creek man jailed after shooting and standoff

A Trout Creek man was ordered held on $100,000 bail Friday after an hours-long predawn standoff earlier Friday, Sanders County authorities said.

Loge optimistic for upcoming session

Denley Loge has worn many hats throughout his career, including 45 years working for the Montana Department of Transportation; he raises cattle; is the co-founder of the famed Missoula Maggots rugby club; plays trombone for the University of Montana Alumni Band; and served on several committees, including the Mineral County Conservation Board and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Region 2 Citizens Advisory Committee.

Election lost, but Magone's fight continues

With elections over it leaves the candidates who ran for office and lost contemplating, “What’s next”? Diane Magone ran for House District 14 as a Democrat against incumbent Rep. Denley Loge and wasn’t surprised when she didn’t win.

Hot Springs Artists Society raises funds with art auction

You never know whom you’ll encounter when you visit the soothing mineral waters at Symes Hot Springs Resort, located in Hot Springs in Sanders County, or to go there for art-related events.

Lady Hawks just short of state B qualification

All a high school volleyball coach can realistically ask from his or her players is to be playing your best when tournament time rolls around, and to “leave it on the floor” each time you go out to compete.

Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan featured at Nov. 8 meetings

Sanders County is initiating the five-year update to their Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, and two public meetings have been scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 8 in the county.

An Alberton tradition

Stella’s delicous dinner enjoyed at Catholic church for 19th year

It may have been a rainy, cold autumn day but inside the St. Albert the Great Catholic Church in Alberton, the room was warm and full of cheer. Oct. 28 was Stella’s 19th Annual Harvest Dinner and people from all over Mineral County, Frenchtown and even Missoula, came down to enjoy a hot turkey dinner with all the trimmings.

Clark Fork Lady Cats fall short of state tourney

The Western 13C District champion Clark Fork Lady Mountain Cats traveled to Manhattan Christian for Western C Divisionals on Nov. 1-3. The Cats faced Manhattan Christian in match 1 and were defeated, 25-11, 25-16, 25-14. On Friday, they faced Western C 14C District champion Plains, and lost in a five-set matchup: 25-22, 25-19, 15-25, 18-25, 15-10. The loss knocked the Lady Cats out of the tournament.

Murders in Agency, Missoula under investigation

Sanders County Sheriff’s Office stays firm on public safety after backlash resulting in a Missoula double homicide to which some have said the sheriff’s office is to blame.

Painting by Plains veteran features President Trump in Missoula scene

Dave Williams is a Navy veteran who spends much of his free time painting, from portraits to beautiful scenery and much more. He moved to Plains in 2001 and recently completed the Galloping Herd of Horses depicted in paintings that had been hanging on the fence opposite the downtown area in Plains.

IFG celebrates Montana Forest Products Week

Mineral County students and community members were invited to the Idaho Forest Group (IFG) Mill in St. Regis on Oct. 24 for a tour. The invitation was in honor of Montana Forest Products Week celebrated Oct. 21-27. In addition to the tour, the group was given a drone demonstration.

Heating assistance available through LIEAP

The State of Montana, through the Department of Public Health and Human Services, offers two programs aimed at helping low-income individuals reduce their heating costs.

Lady Mountain Cats win Western 13C

There were cheers and tears as the Clark Fork Lady Mountain Cats made history by winning the Western 13C District Volleyball Tournament on Saturday in Missoula. The Lady Cats killed, blocked and clawed their way through the brackets to meet their season nemesis, the Seeley-Swan Blackhawks.

McConnell, Neesvig lead T-Falls at state XC meet

Thompson Falls Bluehawk nation hosted this year’s Western B/C Divisional cross country meet at the River’s Bend Golf Course on the second Thursday of the month.