Mineral County eyes 911 system overhaul

Mineral County eyes 911 system overhaul

Big crowds turn out for Cedar Creek history trip

Last weekend, the Cedar Creek Road outside of Superior might have had its first traffic jam since Adolph Lozeau spilled the beans about the gold strike that Louis Barrette, Basil Lanthier and he had up there in 1867.

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Drop-in center adds garden; hopes to contribute to community

As part of the Superior Mental Health's drop-in center, Stephanie Quick, wanted to find ways to bring people together and out of their homes as the goal of a drop-in center is to provide a positive support system for those with co-occurring illnesses to hang out.

'Staff Infection' wins dodgeball tourney

The Superior BPA Dodgeball Tournament Champions were the returning teacher's team, "Staff Infection." They took down a high school boys' team called the "Skippers" to take the title. From left to right, Samijo Firestone, Jake McElroy, Byron Quinlan, Christopher Quinlivan, Jeff Schultz, and not pictured, Colin Bishop. (Mineral Independent/Amy Quinlivan)

Monday Confab at Mineral County Library

Monday Confab at Mineral County Library

Plains Piranhas hold fundraiser at pool

The Plains Piranhas swim team held the first of their two yearly fundraisers at the Plains Pool last week.

Author explores Montana's bucket list ideas

The title of the book is "100 Things to Do in Montana Before You Die," but the authors’ speaking engagements are called "101 Things to Do in Montana Before You Die."

Plains VFW Post 3596 gets a new, improved look

When patrons of the Plains Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3596 venture inside, hopefully soon, they’ll be in for a pleasant surprise.

Mineral County to take part in grizzly bear project

The grizzly bear project description reads as such: The service will develop an Environmental Impact Statement that considers a reasonable range of alternatives that can accomplish the purpose and need of restoring grizzly bears to the Bitterroot ecosystem.

Big grant awarded to De Borgia Fire Department

U.S. Sen. Jon Tester's office announced that about $287,000 has been secured for the De Borgia Volunteer Fire Department through the Federal Emergency Management Administration’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants.

Summer Art show opens at Clark Fork Valley Hospital

Visitors to the Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains may very well have noticed the beautiful artwork that lines the main hallway off the entrance. In 2007, patient Gayle Keeny had the wonderful idea to bring art displays to the waiting walls. She put action to her inspiration by working with the Sanders County Arts Council and the hospital administrator to begin what is now an on-going display of local artists’ works.

Montana women enjoy retreat, leadership talks during Women's Conference

PARADISE – Women from around the area came to Sanders County over the weekend for the fourth annual Montana Farmer’s Union Women’s Conference at Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort.

Election rules name courthouse neutral ground

SUPERIOR – A ban on campaigning within the courthouse was just one thing discussed when the county department heads presented their monthly updates to the Mineral County Commissioners during their regular meeting.

Elevate Coalition brings together youth

On Sunday, April 12th, Elevate students from all corners of Mineral and Sanders counties met in Plains to talk about the role they play in reducing the underage use of drugs and alcohol in rural Montana. Student leaders participated in collaborative efforts to identify social norms and root causes in their communities. These students also made new and meaningful relationships with each other. Noxon, Superior, St. Regis, Alberton, Thompson Falls, and Plains were all schools present with at least one representative. Everyone shared creative and practical ideas, as well as personal stories about why they decided to join the Elevate Coalition. Another activity practiced was designing speeches to empower their peers to join the cause and jump “into the trenches and be on the front lines” as Superior student, Taryn Ververis said. Most of these leaders said that they find enjoyment and have fun being a positive influence and making change in their hometowns. Noxon student, Asiah Jensen, told coalition members, “to be a positive voice.”

Lookout CEO addresses county commissioners

SUPERIOR - The Lookout Pass Ski expansion may receive a preliminary decision by August or September 2016, according to the president and CEO. 

Free Throws Shootout sends girls to camp

Senior project seeks disc golf course

Science club reflects on Alaskan cruise

ST. REGIS – It has been nearly three weeks since the St. Regis Science Club went north to Alaska, yet the group is still talking about their adventure.

An update from Rep. Ingraham

On Wednesday, April 23rd we will be observing the 62nd anniversary of “Administrative Professionals Day.” This is a day set aside to recognize and celebrate the work of secretaries, administrative assistants and other office professionals for their growing and diverse contributions to the workplace, who at some point in time impact our daily lives in some manner as we use services that employ this valuable work force.