Articles from the March 29, 2018 edition
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DEQ halts Hecla operations
The State of Montana has put a halt on any further Hecla mining operations claiming they are not in compliance with environmental laws. In return, Hecla has filed a lawsuit against the State claiming they have no legal grounds. Originally, Montana...
Weather wreaks havoc on local TV
Pat’s Knob, southwest of Plains, decided to put a snafu in local residents receiving Missoula network television signals last week. According to Western Sanders County TV District, a pair of antennas were damaged during inclement weather. Two t...
'A Personal Journey'
Despite his post-traumatic stress disorder and a fear of public speaking, Plains resident Ed Foste knew his message to help veterans was important enough to get up and talk along the greenway in...
County egg hunters prepare for Easter
Easter Sunday’s forecast is a brisk 20 degrees, but area organizations are preparing for entertaining events. Noxon Town Park Committee has an egg hunt planned for kids in the area, Easter Sunday, April 1 “beginning noon sharp,” according to longt...
Fair demolition derby on track
The Sanders County Fair demolition derby will continue, but the board is still unsure whether or not the Plains Lions Club will be in the arena to help, according to Sanders County Commissioner Carol Brooker. Fair Manager Chris McGuigan notified the...
Our Viewpoint: Roosevelt made an impact on area
Meriwether Lewis and William Clark came through our area more than 200 years ago on the Corps of Discovery Expedition. They became famous for their exploration out west. A lot has changed here in two centuries, but their names are still prominent,...
Beyond the gun, I saw the future
Last Wednesday I had an amazing experience to be allowed to attend the “1700” minute Thompson Falls High School response to the National Day to Walk Out. I want to offer acknowledgment and deep appreciation for this day-long activity. From the point...
Life is better in Sanders County
Editor, I just want to say how happy I am that I live in the area of Thompson Falls. I live on the Thompson River, and I’m thankful for the crews who are always out there to remove snow. Also I’d like to thank the power company for always wor...
Other Viewpoints: Delegation stepped up for Montana
With dysfunction in Washington DC near an all-time high, it’s nice to see the Montana delegation help lead the way to a badly needed deal to help our federal forests. Last week, in spite of a four-inch “blizzard” in our nation’s Capitol, a deal wa...
Remember When
7 YEARS AGO • APRIL, 1948 MAIN STREET AT ITS BEST Public spirited citizens of Thompson Falls turned out in full force Sunday morning to clean Main Street, a project sponsored by D.J. Brockway. The accumulation of mud was shoveled from the curbs, the...
Question of the Week
KYLE HOFFMAN, Thompson Falls — ”I’m from Thompson Falls but I’m now stationed in the Navy in Virginia. I’m home for the holiday to spend time with my family who I don’t get to see too often.” KEITH GOULLETTE, Sandpoint, Idaho — “We always have churc...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulances: T. Falls, 6; Plains, 6; H. Springs, 3. Sunday, March 18 Assault, H. Springs. Arrest made for open container in vehicle on Hwy. 200, Plains. Coroner requested, Dixon. Rusty handgun found in H. Springs parking lot. Traffic complaint,...
Burglary defendant appears in court
An 18-year-old stationed at Fort Lewis in Washington appeared in District Court Tuesday on charges of burglary and tampering with physical evidence, both felonies. Tyler Robinson was 17 at the time the allege crimes were committed in October 2015,...
Justice Court
Montana Highway Patrol Alexander Ragozinski, 29, $385, no liability insurance, 2nd offense. Stephen Pruitt, 58, $185, failure to give approaching vehicle half of roadway. Mahaila Glasoe, 22, $20, seatbelt violation. Lakaena Sarani, 23, $65, speeding...
NHS students learn tocbacco dangers
Health. Epidemics. Statistics. Tobacco use. Kaitlynd (KT) Todd, 23, is studying epidemiology (the study of epidemics) and biostatistics (the study of health statistics) as a master of public health...
Plains Ranger District prepares for trail work
Plains Ranger District is getting a jump start on the recreation season. The six-person crew will begin mid-April clearing low elevation trails and move on up as snow levels allow. Trails that receive attention every year are “important recreation s...
Noxon Schools picks new superintendent
Staff, trustees, and parents of students at Noxon Schools were able to get to know their candidates for the upcoming opening for district superintendent. In a special meeting with the Noxon trustees, an open interview took place. After which, the...
Advice from the Tooth Fairy
The Thompson Falls Public Library welcomed the tooth fairy (Annie Sundstrom) for story time on Saturday. Sundstrom read books to local kids and helped with tooth-inspired crafts. Story time is held...
Churches plan Easter services
County Christians will visit their preferred house of worship to observe the Easter holy days, this weekend. Noxon’s Baptist Moutain Church will hold a Passover dinner, Friday, March 30 (RSVP 847-1020). The congregation will meet Sunday, 11 a.m. for...
Enthusiasts take aim in Plains turkey shoot
It was called a turkey shoot, but the targets were pigeons and the prizes were chickens, hams, and bacon. Between 35-40 people participated in the Plains Trap Club Spring Turkey Shoot Saturday,...
Restaurant gets more local
Call it a redo, call it a new way to keep greenbacks local and customers satisfied. John and Barb Mosher have decided to leave "Subway" behind and convert back to the "Old Mill." After ending a...
Film shows life of bear expert
Frank Tyro became visibly tearful when talking about his longtime friend and colleague after showing a documentary film about the man who dedicated his life to research on polar bears. The nearly...
New document system for county office
The Sanders County Clerk and Recorder’s office recently made upgrades to the online document search system. Clerk and Recorder Nichol Scribner said the office has been working for two years to transition to the new system. Records, including p...
Hawks fall to state champs in opener
The Lady Hawk softball team dove into the season head first, playing host to the defending B-C state champion Florence Falcons on Saturday. The Hawks suffered a tough loss 16-0 in five innings, but...
