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Eighth-grader takes Paradise Spelling Bee
Eighth-grader Sarah Necessary correctly spelled "deduce" to win the Paradise School Spelling Bee Friday in the school gym. Angel Crawford of the seventh grade took second with Shailyne Ames and Shaira Caldwell of the fifth grade taking third and fourth, respectively. The four girls will represent Paradise in the Sanders County Spelling Bee in Thompson Falls March 3.
Silhouettes illustrate victims of domestic violence
"Love should not hurt; love should heal," said Marsha Walton of the Sanders County Coalition For Families, who was coordinating this year's "Love Without Fear Week" and the "Montana Silent Witness" program.
Mental health clinic offers family support programs
Struggling families in Sanders County now have another tool to help them during stressful times and crisis, Western Montana Mental Health has begun a new family support program to aid families in need.
Witness, juror fees raise cost of Guill trial
The longest trial ever in Sanders County, which found Douglas Guill guilty of all five felonies last week, came at a high cost. Clerk of District Court Dianne Rummel said she wouldn't be surprised if the cost amounted to around $25,000 because of the many witness fees and juror compensations.
Keeping July 4 cool in Hot Springs
Guitars chords vibrated and barbecues smoked under the banner of the American Flag as Hot Springs residents gathered to celebrate the Fourth of July at the Symes Hotel.
Political parties gear up for special May election
The Mineral County Democratic Central Committee held a potluck dinner and auction on Saturday, April 29, in Plains to raise funds for Rob Quist, Democratic candidate for the vacant seat for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Bill Merriman turns 90
Bill Merriman of Superior had a warm reception when around 37 friends and family members surprised him with a 90th birthday party at Whipped Up! in Superior. His party was on Oct. 5 to celebrate his birthday, which was on Oct. 9, and in addition to cake and ice cream they enjoyed their choice of a chicken or roast beef dinner.
4-H Communications day pulls in nearly 100 participants
Sanders County’s 4-H kids got together over the weekend at both Thompson Falls and Hot Springs high schools for the annual Communications Days contest.
Horsemen can't hold off Charlo at home
It wasn’t the game the Plains Horsemen were hoping for as they head into their homecoming week.
Old Plains schoolhouse sold
PLAINS - After spending over a year empty, the old Plains School building has been purchased and is expected to reopen within another year.
Montana should own land
By Montana State Senator Jennifer Fielder
Game decided at the very end
PLAINS - Tuesday night’s play-in game between the Plains Horsemen and the Troy Trojans was decided in the last minute of the game. The winning team would be going to the tournament in Columbia Falls on Saturday.
Stand down helps vets
TROUT CREEK – Long lines formed at the park in Trout Creek early in the morning as veterans from across the region gathered at the Tri-State Veterans Stand Down.
Slater talks education
THOMPSON FALLS – Members of the Thompson Falls business community assembled at the First Baptist Annex off Highway 200 for the monthly chamber of commerce meeting.
Feed food bank fundraiser fruitful
PARADISE – Church members, community members, family and friends gathered together in the little white building next to the little white church to enjoy each other’s company and good food. They also came together for a good cause.
Cemetery looks to further genealogy efforts
PLAINS – In an effort to bring more history and background to those buried at the Plains Cemetery, the grounds is asking for members of the community to bring any old obituaries or photos to the cemetery to be added to the records.
Trotters tested in District Championship game
PLAINS – The District Tournament Semifinals took place Thursday night and the Trotters hosted the Eureka lions.
Horsemen begin season
SHELBY – The Plains Horsemen football team traveled five hours east to kick off their season against the Shelby Coyotes last week.
Lady Hawks advance after win over Loyola
THOMPSON FALLS – “We survived to live another day.”
Christmas on Main Street to hit Thompson Falls
UPDATES: Thompson Falls' Christmas on Main Street parade as well as the Christmas Concert at the Rex Theatre has been postponed until Wednesday due to the cold, harsh weather. The parade will now take place at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 11 and the musical performances will be at 5:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. the same day.