FWP director talks public access, predators at meeting

During the more than two-hour session, people asked questions and talked about grizzly bears, wolves, elk, public access and the possibility of increasing fees for hunting and fishing.

Hot Springs football player overcomes adversity to achieve college dreams

Hot Springs standout running back and middle linebacker Kane Lawson never had time to mull over inspirational sports cliches when his high school career became a revolving door of injuries and rehab.

Hot Springs to go without football team in 2017

Just as the high school football season is about to begin, Hot Springs High School had to make a heart-breaking decision on the impending season.

Two equals one for St. Regis, Mullan football teams

Among the tall pines and towering mountains along the border between Northwest Montana and Northeast Idaho two equals one.

Community Notes

The Catholic Church in Superior will host Lenten lunches on Tuesdays until Holy Week (April 14-20). The first lunch was March 12 and then held on Tuesdays until April 9. Lunch is noon to 1 p.m. The Methodist, Assembly of God, LDS, Catholic and Community Churches will be responsible for each lunch. Donations will be accepted with proceeds supporting a local charity. Contact Nancy Wilson at 406-822-4548 for details.

Candidates debate economy

Candidates for both the State House District-13 seat and the State Senate-7 seat gathered at the Llano theater in Plains Monday night to discuss issues facing mainly dealing with the economy.

Fielder said she is best fit for Public Service Commission

Public Service Commission Republican candidate Jennifer Fielder, of Thompson Falls, is ready to use her two decades of experience fighting for her constituents in Western Montana.

Lady Hawks make memorable run to state playoffs

In that respect, the Thompson Falls Lady Blue Hawks volleyball team had by all accounts a really good year.

Hot Springs gridders ready to tackle new season

Like high school coaches, players and fans across the state and the country, Hot Springs High School head football coach Jim Lawson has been waiting and hoping for the best.

Census bureau ends count early

According to information from Western Native Voice, the U.S. Census Bureau cut the response period deadline early by an entire month disportionately affecting the counting of Black, Brown, Indigenous and immigrant communities.

Superior student wins art contest

The winning drawing by Gia Beaudoin will grace the front of thank you cards sent by Energy Share to donors all around the state next year.

Legals for December, 27 2023

Hot Springs looks to overcome injury bug

There are so many variables to the start of a new sports season, including the dreaded injury bug.

Conservation groups challenge DEQ over ending ‘bad actor’ lawsuit

In a filing Aug. 2 in Lewis and Clark County District Court, the groups said they were “disappointed” by DEQ’s recent decision not to label Hecla president Phillips Baker, Jr. a “bad actor” for failing to clean up the Zortman-Landusky gold mine.

Sen. Daines pushes for increased logging and mining

U.S. Senator Steve Daines is calling on the U.S. Forest Service to do more to reach its timber harvest goals in Montana after falling short by 30% in fiscal year 2021.

Blue Hawks field deep track roster

A solid core of talented upperclassmen and a very promising group of freshmen and sophomores has hopes high in Thompson Falls’ track and field for the 2023 season.

Fishing restrictions possible on Flathead River due to low flows

State wildlife officials may implement fishing restrictions in Northwest Montana as rivers and streams run at or near historic lows for late July.

Blue Hawks' Hayden Hanks signs with Boise State

Combine a weight room fanatic with a massive frame and a laser-focused determination and what do you get?

In the Spirit of Sanitation

Happy New Year! The Environmental Health staff in Sanders County are looking forward to 2008 for many reasons, number one being the Revolving Loan Fund. The state bureaucrats finally gave the county the first installment for the loan fund. This program is unique to the state of Montana, and is a wonderful opportunity to help you afford replacing your failed or obsolete septic system. Why should you care? Well, even if you don't care about the environment, and your well has not been contaminated by a poorly functioning septic system, you probably care about your family's safety.

Destination Imagination team places first in state competition

Move over Rodgers and Hammerstein, there’s a new team in town who could rival the world of musical theatre. The Hamsteaks from St. Regis took first place during the Imagination Destination State Tournament for their musical challenge. As a result of their win, the Hamsteaks will be traveling to Knoxville, Tennessee to compete in the Global Finals in May.