Tips from Buckle Up on talking to teen drivers

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, and the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is the deadliest season for teen drivers. We encourage the parents in our county to talk with their teens about safe driving.

Daines effort keeps program alive to help rural firefighters

When Bruce Charles of De Borgia took over as the West End Volunteer Fire Chief in 2005, the department had a 1962 fire engine in a tiny red building.

Sheriff works to put department in better shape

New Sheriff Mike Toth was appointed by the Mineral County Commissioners and sworn into office Aug. 3 and he has been hoofing it since then.

Horse Plains VFW hosts flag retirement ceremony

It was a time to say goodbye to a symbol they continue to honor with pride in what it represents.

Feeding wildlife has negative consequences for animals and humans

Despite winter easing its grip on Montana, it’s easy to take pity on wildlife...

Hot Springs boys beat Noxon in consolation final

Coming out of the District 14C postseason tournament, the Hot Springs boys basketball team as the consolation round winner, had to wait until Monday night before they knew if their season was still alive.

Thompson Falls Hawks make football playoffs

Just two years ago, a Montana championship banner was awarded to Thompson Falls for winning the state B-8 football title.

Noxon Red Devils win first game of season

Haflich was referencing his Red Devils hard-fought 32-15 win over Sunburst in last week’s encounter on the Refiners home field.

NW Montana Fair and Rodeo opens Aug. 17

The 2022 Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo opens Aug. 17 at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell and will feature a performance by country star Lee Brice, three nights of Ram PRCA Rodeo, a Big Air Bash motorcycle stunt show, a carnival and hundreds of exhibits.

County removes massive stumps from DeBorgia Cemetery

The DeBorgia Cemetery is situated between DeBorgia and Haugan on the Frontage Road and is manicured to a park-like setting on 1.5 acres.

Thilmony leads local wrestlers at state

Three appearances in the title matches and three straight State Championships for Thompson Falls standout wrestler Trae Thilmony, who made it a trifecta with his win at 145 pounds at the state tournment in Billings this past weekend.

$31 million available to Montana child care providers

The latest data on child care deserts shows a 73 percent supply gap across the state – meaning there is only capacity to serve 27 percent of children under the age of six in licensed or registered child care.

Lady Hawks stay unbeaten

It’s one thing to be the only team around with an unbeaten record, and quite another to be the only team around who whupped Mother Nature.

Macman Fishing Report: Perch cycle produces big fish

Fishermen, what’s happening in East Bay (East side of Polson Bay on Flathead Lake)?

Superior Food Bank steps up and meets needs during crisis

With the recent COVID-19 related job layoffs and families seeking unemployment benefits Superior’s Food Bank has also been increasing their hours and providing extra assistance to those in need.

Trotters show improvement in trip to Bitterroot

The bats are showing signs of coming around. The never quit is still there. The wins will come.

Lady Hawks notch big softball wins

By any standard, this year’s Thompson Falls softball team is a significantly improved team starting to show its potential.

Horsemen show progress in loss at Arlee

It’s going to come, probably sooner rather than later. The Plains Horsemen will indeed taste victory.

Legals for November, 30 2022

Horsemen open season with win at tip-off

All the ingredients have been there, ripening and getting better.