Community Notes

The MineralIndependent goes to press on Monday and will not have full election coverage until the Nov. 14 issue. However, election results will be posted on the Mineral Independent/Valley Press Facebook page and online at vp-mi.com.

Murders in Agency, Missoula under investigation

Sanders County Sheriff’s Office stays firm on public safety after backlash resulting in a Missoula double homicide to which some have said the sheriff’s office is to blame.

Noxon eliminated from C playoffs with loss to Geraldine-Highwood

The Red Devils of Noxon High School knew they had their collective hands full when they traveled to Highwood to challenge Geraldine-Highwood in the first round of the Class C 6-man football state playoffs last Saturday.

Savage Heat host Jordan after 49-24 win over DGS

It’s like climbing a challenging ladder for the Hot Springs High School football team. The Savage Heat made it to the first rung by earning the No. 1 seed from the West Division in the Class C 6-man state playoffs.

Plains captures District 14C Volleyball Tournament title

Sometimes the strength of a conference in high school volleyball does not really show until you get into postseason play. That was exhibited in the District 14C Tournament last Thursday and Friday at Hot Springs High School.

Plains wins District 14C volleyball title

Sometimes the strength of a conference in high school volleyball does not really show until you get into postseason play. That was exhibited in the District 14C Tournament last Thursday and Friday at Hot Springs High School.

Pumpkins, costumes and treats, oh my!

The Mineral County Library hosted their annual Pumpkin Decorating and Costume Contest on Oct. 27. Under clear autumn skies area children gathered in costumes from noon until 2 p.m. to enjoy games, treats and some pumpkin decorating.

Scary Halloween stories keeps readers up at night!

Mineral County Court Report

Oct. 17, Brenda Joyce Andrews, violation in a construction zone

Community Notes

Parents as Teachers is holding a diaper drive from Oct. 29 to Nov. 9 to collect a goal of 300 packages of diapers for distribution to families in need in Mineral County. Parents as Teachers provides educational materials to parents about child development; screens children for potential delays; and offers general parenting support. Diapers will be distributed on the evening of Nov. 14 in St. Regis along with an educational event. More information is available at the Mineral County Health Department at 406-822-3564 or email April Quinlan at aquinlan@co.mineral.mt.us.

Noxon challenges top-seeded Geraldine-Highwood

With the No. 4 seed from the West Division, Noxon has earned a berth in the Class C 6-man football state playoffs. The Red Devils, fresh off a convincing 56-14 conference road win over Valley Christian, travel to play Geraldine-Highwood at 1 p.m. Saturday in Highwood. The Rivals are the No. 1 seed from the North Division.

McConnell, Neesvig lead T-Falls at state XC meet

Thompson Falls Bluehawk nation hosted this year’s Western B/C Divisional cross country meet at the River’s Bend Golf Course on the second Thursday of the month.

Hot Springs seeded third at District 14C volleyball tourney

Charlo seeded first, Arlee 2nd, Plains No. 4, Noxon fifth

Applications sought for new judge position for local district

In 2017, the Montana Legislature created a new judgeship position for Fourth Judicial District (Mineral and Missoula counties). The Legislature provided that the position initially be filled through appointment.

Community Calendar

— Pumpkin Patch Fall Festival, Saturday, Oct. 27 and 28, 11 a.m. to 4 p,m. at 36 Helterline Road in Plains. For more information, call 541-231-0123.

Peaceful protest offers counterpoint to Trump rally

Before Air Force One touched down at the Missoula airport for a historic visit from President Donald Trump on Oct. 18, a “Love Trumps Hate” protest rally took place in Missoula.

Lady Cats seeded second at District

With regular season at a close, the Clark Fork Lady Mountain Cats will be heading to volleyball Districts in second place, behind Seeley-Swan. The Cats suffered a loss to Noxon and to Seeley-Swan during the season, ending 8-2. Seeley cut the Cats out of first place for Districts last year, as well.

CF volleyball team raises awareness, funds

During the Clark Fork varsity volleyball match on Monday, Oct. 8, the Lady Mountain Cats presented Mary Jo Lommen a check. They were dressed in pink T-shirts with “We Play 4 Judi” inked on the front. The check was for Judi Haskins and her family to help with medical expenses from her recent diagnosis of breast cancer.

Hot Springs spikers top Arlee, fall to Charlo

Postseason play in Montana high school volleyball begins next week, and Hot Springs will likely have the No. 3 seed in the District 14C Tournament on the Lady Savage Heat’s home court. That tourney is set for Thursday and Friday, Oct. 25 and 26.

Mineral County youth recognized for Symbol of Excellence

GREAT FALLS — The Montana Pork Producers Council and MSU Extension collect hog carcass data across the state for the Symbol of Excellence program annually. This year’s winners include two Mineral County 4-H members, Decker Milender and Heather Haskins.