Saved by the Jaws of Life

PLAINS – As a car lies in a pile of twisted metal, a crumpled version of its former self, panic and confusion begins to set in. The victim waits in the entrapped car for any signs of help as the minutes begin to tick by ever so slowly.

Don't leave it to luck, buckle up

Did you know that a properly worn seat belt is the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself in a motor vehicle crash? Yes, I said seat belt!

Thompson Falls boys continue on

THOMPSON FALLS - The Bluehawks hit the road and headed down to the District tournament where they came head-to-head with the Troy Trojans.

Mineral County Court Report

Mineral County Court Records from January 28 to February 8

Sanders County Senior News

Mineral County Court Report

Mineral County Court Records from January 28 to February 4

Lady Tigers look to make a statement at district tournament

The St. Regis Lady Tiger basketball team had a rough week of games as they ended the regular season facing off against Superior and Hot Springs. On Thursday, the Superior Bobcats rolled into St. Regis to face a Tiger squad without any support from the bench. The tough Bobcats handed the Tigers a loss in convincing fashion. St. Regis hit the road to face Hot Springs and led by a point going into what Head Coach Damian Droessler calls “win time” but failed to seal the victory in the critical fourth quarter. “We look to learn from our mistakes as we lost a one point lead heading into win time against Hot Springs,” Coach Droessler said. With the district tournament coming up Coach Droessler said the teams expectations will not change in spite of the two loses. “We want to make a statement at districts,” Coach Droessler said. “We know the competition will be extremely tough and we look forward to the challenge it brings.”

Lady Panthers complete unfinished business against Pirates

The first time the Alberton Lady Panthers faced off against the Victor Pirates they lost 45-34.

Commissioners advocate for HB-2 with election funding intact

The Mineral County Commissioners composed and sent a letter to Montana House District 14 Representative Nick Schwaderer on Thursday, urging the representative to support House Bill 2 with wording to keep Montana Votes funding at the state level.

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St. Regis sophomore Andrew Managhan elevates to hit a perimeter shot during Friday's home game.

Tiger basketball continues to build a foundation for future

On Friday night the St. Regis boy’s basketball squad played what Head Coach Byron Quinlan called “three tough quarters” of basketball against a “solid” Noxon team.

St. Regis Lady Tigers step up and capture the moment

St. Regis Lady Tiger Head Coach Damian Droessler talked to his squad about capturing the moment when you are called to step up.

St. Regis council looks toward future

At the January meeting of the St. Regis Community Council, it was reported the Christmas Bazaar was “another success.”

Horsemen get a win over Eureka Lions at home

PLAINS - The Horsmen basketball team has proven itself to be a scrapper squad with the win and almost-win this past weekend, and more tough games are coming their way.

Plains Trap Club holds Bowl-N-Blast

PLAINS - The second annual Bowl-n-Blast event took place on Saturday at the Plains Trap Club and VFW that hosted a good time for participants.

Preparation is key in the fight against the flu this season

If you have ever had the flu, you know how miserable it is. I’ve seen hundreds of cases as a doctor, but I also know from personal experience. To give my family and myself the best odds against the flu, we get the flu shot every year. This year is what the CDC calls a “widespread outbreak”, much like the Swine flu outbreak of 2009. Most of the US, including Montana, is included in this outbreak, and its range is increasing daily. The flu hit a bit earlier this season than expected, so we need to be prepared for a second wave later in the season.

Sanders County Sheriff's Report - Jan. 23, 2013

Sanders County sheriff’s report 01/13 – 01/19

Thompson Falls gains experience on court

THOMPSON FALLS – The Lady Hawks and Bluehawks both suffered a hard week of play, losing both games of the week.

Skijouring guidelines

2013 Whitefish Winter Carnival - World Ski Joring Championships Rules

Lady Panthers begin to find their groove

The Alberton Lady Panther basketball team had a busy week, taking on three opponents beginning Jan. 8 on the road against Lincoln.