Articles from the April 4, 2019 edition
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CFVH mixes art, medicine
"The link between the worlds of art and surgery are powerful and pervasive," according to the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Clark Fork Valley Hospital figured out a way to combine both by...
Court date set for homicide suspect
Arraignment has been set for Danielle Wood, a former Thompson Falls resident who was arrested last month on a deliberate homicide charge. Wood is scheduled to make her initial court appearance before...
School election filing closes
The filing deadline has passed for open school district and special district positions up for election this year. Bobbi Christenson with the Sanders County Elections Office said that all of the special district elections were canceled due to races...
Forest Service plans spring burns
The Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District plans on prescribed burning in several areas when the correct conditions are met, either this spring or in the fall. Planned prescribed burn units are a combination of those created by timber harvest...
Our Viewpoint
The days are getting longer, and we sure are happy about that. Last month we lost an hour of sleep (or so the legend goes) as daylight saving time came. Part of the reason the U.S. joined other countries in using daylight saving time was to save...
Enough is enough
Mr. Blackstone: Please, please STOP IT! Enough is enough! To imply Mr. Trump’s constant lying, name-calling, bullying, and history of infidelity is OK because some Democrats have been accused of/guilty of similar misdeeds is unbelievable (Remember B...
Eternally grateful for unions
Dear Editor, The article in the March 28th edition about legislative action titled “Bill Aims to Prohibit Union Coercion” is a deception, a wolf in a sheep’s hide and another stab in the back to “Middle America” by government that is being bought and...
Montana Viewpoint
I was thinking this morning of the shrill sounds, threats and recriminations coming out of our nation’s capital. For some reason, perhaps because of the contrast, it reminded me of a meeting that o...
Remember When?
1 YEARS AGO • APRIL 17, 1919 TO BOOST GOOD ROADS Route Has Ideal Camping and Fishing For all UNITED EFFORT NECESSARY All Towns Along Proposed Route to Co-operate In Every Way A meeting of the business men of Thompson Falls was held at the Ward H...
Question of the Week?
DONNA JONES, Kalispell – “No because, not just here but everywhere, the prices are way out of reach. I’m on Social Security and it takes my whole check. I have two people living with us because they can’t afford anything.” JAMES ARNOLD, Trout Cre...
Sheriff's Log
Sunday, March 24 Juvenile runaway, T. Falls. Animal abuse. Patrolling deputy came upon, unoccupied vehicle parked in west bound lane, upon arrival two subjects came out of the trees, woman had valid warrant out of Missoula County. Monday, March 25...
Justice Court
Montana Highway Patrol Vince Heathers, 33, seatbelt violation, $20. Colleen West, 20, seatbelt violation, $20; day speeding, $20. Christopher Woerz, 52, owner permitting operation of vehicle without liability insurance, 2nd offense, $375; driving...
Trout Creek boys script podcast
There has been much discussion on whether stricter gun control laws should be adopted to protect and safeguard U.S. citizens. At the home of the Eagles in Trout Creek, four students have taken the...
Local club back in the saddle for 2019 season
For 45 years now, the Sanders County Rocky Ridge Saddle Club (SCRRSC) has been encouraging aspiring and seasoned horse lovers to participate in equine-related activities spanning all ages. "We are a g...
Fundraiser aims to lift Project ASCENT
Project ASCENT, a local non-profit that provides free outdoor camps and education for kids, is creating a unique experience for those who attend their spring “Camping is in Tents!” fundraiser. Andrea Fernandez, secretary for Project ASCENT, said tha...
Future Actors
More than 70 Thompson Falls students tried out for the Missoula Children's Theatre production of Alice in Wonderland last week. Students practiced all week for their two performances on...
Piranhas looking for new fish
The Plains Piranhas want to make a bigger splash this season, but they need more swimmers to do so. The swim team will be having a sign-up session at 3:30 p.m. Thursday in the Plains School cafeteria. “We’d like to have as many as possible,” said Dan...
Sally Spoor Clawson
Sally Spoor Clawson went peacefully to be with the Lord on March 16, 2019, at 9:47 p.m. in Dillon, Montana. Sally was born August 31, 1939 in Kellogg, Idaho to Robert Franklin Spoor Sr. and Lavina... Full story
Asher Gabriel Curry
Celeste and Scott Curry of Thompson Falls welcomed son, Asher Gabriel, January 31 at 8 p.m. He weighed six pounds, eight ounces and measured 19.75 inches long. Asher joins brother, Thane and sister,... Full story
Performances to raise funds for historic mission
The Historic Catholic Mission in St. Ignatius is again producing Lamb of God, presenting multiple shows this month. Last year was the first year of the production, and the mission ended up with an 80-member choir and 26-member orchestra. The...
Forest Service urges safe burning
Open burning season officially began in western Montana March 1 and fire control officials from the U.S. Forest Service and the Montana DNRC are once again urging people to burn safely and responsibly. Agencies responsible for responding to fires in...
SWANS A SWIMMING
A bevy of swans finds open water on the Clark Fork River in Thompson Falls. Warmer temperatures made quick work of melting the remaining ice on the river last weekend....
Students study in Yellowstone
Most tourists visit Montana's national parks in the summer. Eight Thompson Falls High School students got to experience Yellowstone National Park during the height of winter last month. The students...
A lifelong hobby
Every year the Flat Iron Quilting Guild selects one of their members to be featured during the April Quilt Show. This year, Valerie Hoynacki will hold the honor of Featured Quilter. Hoynacki is well...
