Library opens in DeBorgia

The building that served as the old post office in DeBorgia now has a new purpose serving as the small community’s library, the DeBorgia/ Cooper Library. And though it is small in size, it is serving a large role in the town. There’s also no shortage of books. From romance to Louis L’amour, with self-help and plenty of fiction to choose from, the newly opened library is sure to become a popular spot for those seeking a good read.

From your State Senate: with Sen. Jennifer Fielder

With so much discussion about the Constitution lately I thought it timely to mention a few related topics being debated in our Montana legislature.

Whitefish Credit Union pledges donation funds to food banks

For the third year running, Whitefish Credit Union, Montana’s largest credit union, has pledged to donate one dollar to local food banks in need for every pound of food collected by their branches during their annual “Cash and Cans Food Drive.” The food drive begins Jan. 7 and continues until Feb. 4 at all six Credit Union branches.

Getting to know the next possible Alberton mayor

Letters to the Editor - Feb. 26

Noxon-Thompson Falls baseball co-op posts 13-2 win over Troy

Move over win column number, you’ve got company.

Chickenpox cases ramp up among Montana children

Department of Public Health and Human Services officials on Monday warned residents of a recent increase in the number of cases of chickenpox reported in school-aged children.

Community gives thanks at community meal

Deer and elk harvest takes off for Region One

Deer harvest in northwest Montana is now ahead of last year at the same point in the season, according to check station results around Region One.

Share records

Billy Hill’s most recent campaign brochure states, “Billy has a proven record of accomplishment as a military noncommissioned officer, Korea and Vietnam...” Review of Billy Hill campaign material and interviews published in local newspapers throughout his numerous campaigns for sheriff show a number of references to his tour of duty in Korea. 

Seven new cases of COVID-19 in Sanders County

recovered are numbered at 4,162. There have been 82 deaths.

Lady Hawks softball scores two big victories

There is a saying in softball/baseball circles that chicks dig the long ball, a reference to fondness for home runs.

Thompson Falls-Noxon co-op softball team wins four straight

Momentum with post season play on the horizon is always a good thing.

Thompson Falls-Noxon co-op softball team wins four straight

Momentum with post season play on the horizon is always a good thing.

GOP contenders debate in Whitefish, sans Zinke

Four Republican candidates for Montana’s new western U.S. House seat debated in Whitefish on Friday, generally finding agreement on a number of points related to the state’s agricultural challenges and preserving the rural Montana lifestyle.

Basketball: Hot Springs boys continue hot start

It was a mixed bag of results for the Hot Springs boys and girls basketball teams this past week.

COLUMN: Jock Talk

As the “civic-minded” — not to be confused with “simple-minded” — public servant I am, I thought it would be good to provide a simple guide to “Sports Terms, aka Jock Talk” for those who may be as confused about this strange language associated with games.

Superior students receive valuable welding certificates

The demand for welders is putting a spark in the U.S. job market due to increased construction and because within five years 25 percent of the skilled welders will be retiring. All this with a welder’s earning potential matching those of a mid-level executive of a Fortune 500 company. That’s why students in Superior’s welding class were excited and nervous for the opportunity to take national tests for welding certification.

Students to perform concerts for the holidays

MINERAL COUNTY – To celebrate the holiday season, students from the schools in St. Regis, Alberton and Superior will each hold a special Christmas concert for the enjoyment of the community.

Animal investigator goes above and beyond normal duty

Danielle Switalski