Noxon celebrates Homecoming

Noxon High School celebrated Homecoming at last Friday's football game vs. West Yellowstone. From left, are princess Jaedyn Murray, Nathan Cano, queen Riley Richter and king Cade Van Vleet. (Scott Shindledecker/Valley Press)

Clark Fork River rock skipping

A Northwest Montana family practices their rock skipping skills last Saturday on the Clark Fork River in Sanders County. Warm temperatures saw many campers and anglers enjoying time outdoors last weekend. (Scott Shindledecker/Valley Press)

Missing person found alive near border of Sanders and Lake County

A helicopter takes off during the search and rescue mission earlier today. Troy Akers of Ronan, who was missing since Sunday, April 26, was found alive at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29. He was found in a creek bed near North Valley Creek Road. 

Hot Springs, Noxon end regular season with defeats

In 6-man football action, Hot Springs and Noxon each suffered defeats last Friday, but both will be in this weekend’s playoffs.

Art on the Walls scheduled

PLAINS - The Sanders County Arts Council announces the first quarter exhibit of “Art on the Walls” for 2014 at the Clark Fork Valley Hospital. This is a Student Show of original artwork, open to students from K-12 in Sanders County area public, private, or home schools. Students exhibiting this year are from Hot Springs, Noxon, Plains, and Thompson Falls. The opening reception is Tuesday, January 14th, from 5:00 until 6:30 PM, featuring musical performances by Trout Creek student musicians and the piano students of both Sydne Connolly and Heidi Mack. Linda Knight’s Consumer Sciences Class of Plains High School will provide refreshments and the Clark Fork Valley Hospital will provide beverages. Artwork will be on display from January 14th through March 24th.

Art on the Walls changing quarters

Art-on-the-Walls winter quarterly show will feature art students from elementary and high schools in Paradise, Plains and Thompson Falls. The 2010 show will open at Clark Fork Valley Hospital on January 18.

Music for Moms: Western Sky Band

The Western Sky Band, with Keith Myers on guitar and vocals, Deb Oliver on bass and vocals, and Dave Oliver singing, played last Friday night at Music for Moms at the Rex Theater in Thompson Falls. The event was a fundraiser for the Cancer Network of Sanders County. (Adam Lindsay/Valley Press)

Savage Heat top Heart Butte; VC next foe

It was a nice evening for early October in Hot Springs last Friday, but lighting bolts were prevalent during the first quarter while the Savage Heat were hosting Heart Butte in Hot Springs’ Homecoming game.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital employee chosen as national mentor

Kitty Strowbridge, Performance Improvement Manager for Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains, was selected as one of a dozen national Virtual Quality Improvement Mentors.

New Lutheran pastor in Thompson Falls

In late December of 2019, the Shepard of the Valley Lutheran Church welcomed new pastor Jakob D. Berger into their congregation.

Remembrance tree added to hospice gala

The Clark Fork Valley Hospital put on another successful Tree of Life event for their hospice care at the Paradise Center last week.

Art on the Walls opens at Clark Fork Valley Hospital

The latest installment in the “Art on the Walls” series at the Clark Fork Valley Hospital was unveiled on Thursday featuring the talents of area artists. A wide variety of styles and mediums graced the walls down the hall from the main entrance to the hospital.

Local Minor League Baseball update

Clark Fork Valley Minor League Baseball postseason tournament seeds are set. The Plains Twins headed to Thompson Falls last Tuesday for the final regular season game of the year. At stake was a number one seed heading into next weekend’s tournament. Pitcher Jake Zigler held the Hawks at bay with a 13 strikeout, one hit performance for a 2-0 victory. The six team postseason tournament is hosted in St. Regis on Friday and Saturday.

CFVH Foundation Spring Gala April 13

Bring a date, or a passel of friends, for dinner and a show, to support the Clark Fork Valley Hospital Foundation. The Foundation Spring Gala is offering dinner and entertainment from national stage musician John Dunnigan, Saturday, April 13 at the Sanders County Fair Grounds Pavilion. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Plains VFW, Auxiliary remembers those who served

On Sunday, May 30, members of the Plains VFW Post 3596, the VFW Auxiliary, and members of the community gathered to remember and honor the members of the military who had given their lives in service to their country. The group first assembled at the Plains Cemetery, and then went to the bridge to remember those lost at sea. (Adam Lindsay/Valley Press)

Nine Mile Community hosts apple cider festival

It’s a festive party that marks the definite arrival of fall by making apples the center of attention.

Sculptor Pies creating a 'region of art'

When Kenton Pies moved to Sanders County in 2005, it was his goal to create an “art mecca.” Not to be confused with the Muslims, the Webster third definition calls “mecca” “anything that one greatly desires or tries to achieve.”

Derailment spurs memories of 1999 'Silver Bullet Derby'

Sunday’s Montana Rail Link derailment near Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort brought back memories for some locals who recalled a similar incident more than two decades ago.

Alberton volleyball improves in games against Valley Christian and Seeley

Elks Hoop Shoot champs crowned at the local level

Six Sanders and Mineral county youth advanced to the district level of the Elks National Hoop Shoot in January with first-place finishes at the Clark Fork Valley Elks Hoop Shoot held Sunday, Nov. 11 at Thompson Falls High School.