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Brain games challenge Plains students
The students of Plains High School and Junior High got to spend their last official school day of 2018 playing games and competing on teams in the annual Brain Bash competition. There was a total of...
Elks sponsor 2018 Hoop Shoot
Competition ran high at the Elks National Hoop Shoot on Nov. 11. The Hoop Shoot was held at the Thompson Falls High School gym and hosted 17 contestants, ages 8-13, from all over Sanders County and...
LIL' FIGHTERS FUNDRAISER
Members of the community banded together at Pilgrim Creek Park in Noxon on Saturday for the third annual Lil' Fighters Fundraiser. Each year, Lil' Fighters chooses a family to support and the...
Senior bowlers gather at Rimrock
The competition remained steady through the third weekend of the Montana State Senior Bowling Tournament at the Rimrock Lanes in Thompson Falls. “The atmosphere was enjoyable, and all of the bowlers were relaxed and having a good time,” said tou...
Huckleberries bring the heat
The hottest days of the summer didn't stop hundreds of visitors from descending on Trout Creek for the 39th annual Huckleberry Festival. The heat was good for the ice cream sales, said Debb McNary,...
Signs mark area's historical trail
Linda Haywood broke ground on her Road to the Buffalo sign project with two out of the three locations getting their signs installed August 3. A double-sign was installed at the pull-off right before...
Couple's wrong turn leads to special meal in Hot Springs
The Hot Springs Tribal Nutrition Center had the opportunity to get a new dish on the menu during lunch on July 26. Sue Kim, who is originally from South Korea, cooked for a restaurant in San Francisco for 25 years. Kim and her husband retired to Los...
VBS group takes time to enjoy soccer
Children of all ages were invited to come out and join the Vacation Bible School (VBS), that was hosted by the Thompson Falls Community Congregational Church (TFCCC) and missionaries from Christ's...
Golfers go for green at Plains
Golf teams took to the course in Plains for the 7th annual Golf 4 Green tournament earlier this month. The tournament originated with hopes of reviving the Plains Golf Course, which was in desperate...
Bates boys take Tuesday honors
After Tuesday’s day of golf, the Harvest Foods team of Mike Bates, Tyler Bates, Caleb Bates, and Don Lake came in with the low team gross of 166. Low team net went to One Shy of a Six Pack with 133. Tyler Bates came out on top with a low individual g...
A DAY AT THE RACES
Engines roared, dust flew, as racers took to the track for the third annual Lawn Mower Races at the Wild Coyote Saloon. There were 15 racers who showed up to give it their all for six laps around the...
Local charity chosen for Avista golf tourney
The 10th annual Avista Charity Golf Scramble will be held August 18 at the Rivers Bend Golf Course in Thompson Falls. This year Avista will be honoring the Western Montana Mental Health Center (WMMHC). “Avista has been amazing to work with and we a...
Festival prepares for sweet competition
If you love pie and have a bit of a competitive side, then the Pie Eating Contest at the Huckleberry Festival in Trout Creek is just what you’re looking for. Sarah Dramstad commented that “each year there is plenty of audience participation and excit...
CASA fundraiser set for Saturday
A fundraiser for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Lake and Sanders County is set for 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, at the Sanders County Fairgrounds. CASA is an organization that works with abused children, the children’s families, the M...
Snell earns trip to 4-H Congress
Madeline Snell, of Thompson Falls, earned first place at the 4-H State Congress for Fashion Revue. Snell was the only competitor in the senior age category but that did not mean that she would end up with the win. “They didn’t have to pick me bec...
Swimmers head to state
The Piranhas took to the water for the divisional swim meet in Choteau the weekend of July 27. The different teams got to participate in a team walk. This walk is done at both divisional and state each year. Each team has their own theme and it...
Salon aims to pamper pets
Getting your dog looking their best doesn't have to be a chore. Michelle Easley has started a local business in Thompson Falls to help with just that. Her grooming salon, Diamonds in the Ruff,...
Question of the week
GEORGE HOILAND, Thompson Falls – “Let’s clean it up America, it’s time for some tough love.” REGINA SKOCZYLAS, Trout Creek – “Give the taxpayers the government that they pay for.” VINNY CIRAOLO, Thompson Falls – “Strengthening what we have.” TERE...
Local Town Pump honored for ID compliance
Employees of the Thompson Falls Town Pump C-Store fight against underage drinking by requiring ID with every purchase of alcohol. A "sting-operation" was conducted by the Montana Town Pump corporate...
Fellowship in the power park
Live music, great food, and face-painting are just some of what was found at the annual Chicken Jamboree hosted by the Men's Prayer Breakfast Group at Power Park in Thompson Falls. The Jamboree is...
Morrison leaves legacy on local music festival
The vibrant sounds of the 15th annual Baroque Music Festival filled the nearly packed convert pavilion and entertained the attendees at Quinn's Hot Springs Resort. The festival lasted three days and...
Wayside tourney benefits vets
Local veterans and members of the community took to the golf course Saturday to raise money for the Montana Wounded Warriors. The Wayside Scramble tournament was held at the River's Bend Golf Course...
Camp season in full swing for non-profit
If you're looking for a fun summer activity that is full adventure, the Project ASCENT camps might be the perfect fit. Project ASCENT is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation aimed at getting kids outside...
New business helps beat the heat
Danielle Wood of Thompson Falls is offering a little help in beating the heat this summer. Wood, a Pampered Chef consultant in Thompson Falls who also works for the Chamber of Commerce, is offering a pre-filled water balloon service, called...
Artists prepare for ninth annual blues festival
The ninth annual Big Sky Rhythm and Blues Festival will be held on Aug. 3-5 at Pilgrim Creek Park in Noxon. There will be performances from 11 different artists and bands, including three national acts and two International Blues Challenge winners,...
