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Plains Day a welcome return to Clark Fork Valley
If you had a lump in your throat watching the Plains Day parade, you weren’t alone.
Superior High School golf team third at state
The team had a score of 275 at the state finals at the Riverside Country Club in Bozeman last month.
Superior Fire District considers Tarkio annexation
Steve Temple, Superior Volunteer Fire Department Chief, was approached by some residents east of town on the possibility of their area being annexed into...
St. Regis youth helps in battle against cancer
Was Wally Crosby thinking this direction when he asked his fellow seventh through 12th grade students at St. Regis School to save just the pop-tabs?
Murphy Creek Rec Area dedication set for June 5
National Trails Day is held on the first Saturday in June and with activities and family events taking place all over the country, an exciting day is on tap for everyone who attends the Murphy Creek Recreation Area for its official dedication.
Mullan Road conference still accepting signups
The annual Mullan Road Conference started in 1989 at the dedication of the John Mullan statue in St. Regis and until COVID claimed most events in 2020, it had run every year with people attending from all parts of the Northwest.
Mineral County mourns loss of community leader Ornelas
On Sunday, March 28, a wonderful person who gave considerably to Mineral County went home much too early and left many in anguish and despair.
Superior School reunion makes donations to worthy groups
Not being quite certain of the year this started it was meant for anyone who went to school at the old Superior High School, if they graduated or not, to come back for memories and camaraderie.
Superior VFW honors Heppe with life member plaque
Ed Heppe has lived in Superior since he was 9 years old with most of his working years at Diamond Match Mill
Hood’s Western Adventures share lessons on Dutch oven cooking
A Dutch oven is perfect for braises because of how heavy the cast iron is, which helps it retain and distribute heat evenly.
Mineral County Sheriff's Office Profile: Sheriff Mike Toth
Being raised in Billings and graduating from Skyview High School, Mineral County Sheriff Mike Toth...
Thompson Falls Library Hits the Century Mark
As Krystal Buchanan, director of the Thompson Falls Public Library, started an update for their website to mark 100 years...
Superior native writes book on personal health
Not understanding early childhood development, as most parents don’t with their first born, Scott and Angela Billadeau suspected...
Montana communities come together against vandalism
Yet Alberton is taking it in stride as they remove the spray paint at the skatepark...
Callers will soon need to dial 406 for all communication
The Montana Public Service Commission staff said that everyone should start using the 406-area code for all Montana calls starting April 24, 2021. Beginning Oct. 24, 2021, Montana calls without the 406-area code will not be connected.
Wildlife biologist talks turkey
The spring turkey season for gobblin' toms runs through Sunday, May 16.
Superior's Pillow Posse delivers the goods
Joanie ‘Sparky’ Merriman has been a crafty gal most of her life.
Young people perform in county 4-H Communication Days
The 13 students represented the 4-H Clubs in Sanders County...
Mineral Co. Resource Coalition prepping for future projects
The east and west bound Quartz Rest Areas on I-90 both will be closed for construction in mid-March for a year...
Mineral County Sheriff's Office Profile: Deputy Ethan Atkin
‘There is no place like home’ is exactly how Deputy Ethan Atkin feels as one of the newest deputies with the Mineral County Sheriff’s Office.
Rocky Mountain Rifle Brigade ready for WWII reenactment
This is a group of people from Montana, Idaho and Washington who have a fascination with World War II and share this by living as close to the conditions as possible for weekend rendezvous.
Mineral County Community Foundation scholarship winners
Established in 1994 when a generous donor gave $95,000 to the county, the Mineral County Community Foundation was established.
Empty daycare center burns in Superior
On the afternoon of Tuesday, March 30, the Superior Volunteer Fire Department responded to a house fire on Illinois Avenue...
Mineral County Sheriff's Office Profile: Deputy Pat Nobles
Mineral County Deputy Pat Nobles may not be quite to that level, but he lights up when he shares stories...
Artist's final horse sculpture dedicated in Plains
Originally, Plains artist Kenton Pies planned to create five horse sculptures...
Wheeler siblings perform well in Keep Montana Green art contest
Keep Montana Green was formed in 1945 as a 501c3 non-profit that is dedicated to the prevention of human-caused wildfires.
Wildlife officials say to not harass animals while shed hunting
Liz Bradley, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Region 2 biologist adds more information on the science side along with cautions for those who are ready to go scrounging for these treasured discoveries.
Plains School addition progressing well
In the 11 years that Thom Chisholm has been the Superintendent of the Plains Public Schools, he says the last 16-18 months have been harrowing.
New veterinarian finds home in Sanders County
Growing up on a farm or a ranch seems to set the bar pretty high for developing a strong work ethic...
Women in Timber volunteers serve communities with pride
The wives of these men saw a need in the community for children’s clothing and gently used furniture...
Noxon School students step up to support Sanders Co. veterans
The article was about the Joint Operations Mariposa group in Plains, which is well known for helping veterans, and their new project...
Alberton School students benefit from 'Spruce-Up'
Who doesn’t feel spiffy when you’ve just had a terrific haircut?
Congressman Rosendale speaks in Superior
A report from U.S. Congressman Matt Rosendale on the first 50 days in office was welcomed last Saturday...
Superior student wins art contest
The winning drawing by Gia Beaudoin will grace the front of thank you cards sent by Energy Share to donors all around the state next year.
No bison for young hunter, but still enjoys unforgettable season
Such was the case with 12-year-old Garrett O’Day of Superior.
Superior Schools Food Pantry needs some help
The Superior Schools Food Pantry is seeking help to replenish its supply...
Mineral County Sheriff's Office Profile: Deputy Ryan Funke
From a Calloway 7-iron to a Kimber 1911 .45 pistol, he is extremely happy where he is after his world literally fell out from beneath him...
Mineral County Commodity Supplemental Food Program
Like a well-oiled machine, the volunteers make the task of unloading, repackaging and boxing food...
County health providers continue weekly vaccine clinics
The Mineral County Health Department, Mineral Community Hospital along with a host of community partners and volunteers have been holding weekly COVID-19 vaccination...
West End community establishes neighborhood watch
The West End Neighborhood Watch held its third organizational...
American Legion members work to mark fatal wreck sites
One white marker is erected for each fatal traffic accident.
Unlocking the mysteries of the secretive owl
Most owls are active at dusk and dawn, spending the daytime at a quiet, inconspicuous roost.
Mineral Co. senior centers offer foot care
All three senior centers in Mineral County receive funding to help defray the cost of senior foot care...
House Rep. Loge hears from constituents
Tom Heacock, a resident of St. Regis and Denley Loge, House District 14 Representative invited residents to bring their questions and comments to an open house Saturday
Mineral County Pioneer Council announces schedule changes
Due to a decrease in operational funding, for those who have used the Mineral County Pioneer Council for transportation to Missoula and Plains for short notice medical appointments, those services will no longer be available.
Superior School ski day at Lookout Pass
Each year, the Superior School kids in fifth and sixth grades play hooky.
Abigail Wheeler wins Superior School spelling bee
Historically the word bee has been used to describe a get-together for communal work...
St. Regis store victim of robbery
An early morning break-in at Ponderosa Arms on Highway 135...
Volunteers spearhead Mineral County 4-H archery
Nakasone has been an archery elk hunter for years but for Parkin, he’d basically never shot a bow before. The two decided to resurrect kids’ archery in 2014.
Superior recycling center running well in third year
The Superior Recycling Center on West Mullan is humming right along as it is coming up on its third year...