Longtime Superior Fire volunteer Ireland retires

In 1982, Robert Ireland was talking to John Jackman who was the Superior Volunteer Fire Chief at that time.

Area rivers still running high and fast

While Mineral and Sanders counties haven't faced serious flooding like other parts of Montana this June, high water levels on area rivers are still keeping sportsmen from casting their poles at this point. And although fishermen are impatiently waiting on the shorelines for water levels to recede, this later spring runoff is actually on the more normal scale.

Kids learn fire safety at Plains Fire Department

If you squint hard and maybe stick your tongue out of the side of your mouth it makes it easier to hold on to the high pressure fire hose and direct its powerful spray of water toward the simulated flames of the target.

Miss Montana makes stop at Thompson Falls

Impressive is an understatement when describing the C-47/DC-3 aircraft known as the “Miss Montana.”

Veterans honored at Superior picnic

The weather was perfect for a barbecue on Sunday, where a few dozen veterans and their families were guests of honor at the Mineral County Fairgrounds.

Roadside fountain closed due to bacteria concerns

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... Paradise II, coming to a theater near you soon.

Riverdogs hang tough at Whitefish wood bat tourney

They most often play against teams from much bigger population areas, which means a deeper player pool in which to dive.

Spotlight on the Arts: T-Falls grad eyes career in video production

“Spotlight on the Arts” by the Paradise Center honors and encourages students in the arts by highlighting their talent and acknowledging the support they receive through their schools and teachers.

Mineral County Sheriff's Office calls

Mineral County Sheriff's Office calls

Legals for June, 29 2022

Legals for June, 22 2022

Cornhole Festival raised funds for Project Ascension

The object is simple: put the bean bag in the hole on the sloped, ramp-like board and score three points.

Board scraps Paradise sewer project; assures water is safe

More than a decade ago, a representative of an engineering company reportedly came to town with ominous warnings about the sorry and deteriorating state of Paradise drinking water.

Thompson Falls American Legion Post 52 retires flags on Flag Day

Under cloudy skies June 14, members of American Legion Post 52 showed the ultimate respect for the U.S. flag — a symbol that many have sacrificed much for.

Wild Horse Plains Back Country Horsemen hosts packing workshop

Members of the Wild Horse Plains Back Country Horsemen, along with the Youth Conservation Corps, hosted a horse and mule packing class at the Plains Fair Grounds on Friday.

Haugan hosts kids fishing day at Savenac

This family event has been taking place in Haugan for so long that the original year it began isn’t honestly known.

Hunter ed students get hands-on training at field course

To purchase or apply for a Montana hunting license, anyone born after Jan. 1, 1985, must complete a hunter education course issued by Montana, any other state, or any Canadian province.

American Legion holds flag retirement ceremony

On Tuesday June 14, the American Legion Montana Post 13 - Ray Welch, held its annual Flag Day Retirement Ceremony on an unusually cold and blustery afternoon at their legion building next to the Clark Fork River.

Edward John Chaberek

Edward John Chaberek

Dispatches from the fire lines in New Mexico

I arrived at the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon fires in North Central New Mexico on May 24 to relieve Ron Granger, owner and operator of Leviathan Inc., a type 1 water tender contracted with the Forest Service. A type 1 water tender is the largest type of water tender used by the Forest Service on wild land fires.