Articles from the April 16, 2020 edition
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TF Council keeps matters moving
The Thompson Falls City Council continues to follow social distancing measures and recommendations from the state and local government during the coronavirus pandemic. That didn't stop council...
Weed project receives funds
The Sanders County Weed District has received funding for the rush skeletonweed project. A $23,000 grant was awarded through the Noxious Weed Trust Fund (NWTF). The NWTF grant is funded through the...
Plains pool projects continue
The E.L. Johnson Memorial Pool is one step closer to being up and ready for the seasonal opening now that the pool's entire plumbing system was replaced last week and pressure tested on Tuesday by Mas...
Safety FIrst
DINO PROTECTION – The species of dinosaurs might be extinct, but the Plains Sinclair gas station wanted to protect its dinosaur mascot. Staff member Monica Weedeman placed a protective mask on "...
Montana Viewpoint: They also serve who only stand and wait
It is not often that we, as a nation, are able to come together to help each other—those we know and those we don’t know. Yes, we do come together to help in disasters like floods and hurricanes, but...
Everyone's an expert
Just over the hill from Sanders County, a Washington gubernatorial candidate recently declared Governor Inslee’s business closures “unconstitutional.” My initial reaction was to assume this labeling was made-for-TV campaign rhetoric that might fizzl...
Thanks, Doug and crew
It's taken far too long to take a minute to write this and send it. Every time I go into the newly owned Thompson Falls Family Pharmacy I am reminded how comforting Pharmacist Doug and crew were. For years Doug took care of all of us with his...
Uniting communities
Being part of a small community definitely has large rewards. These communities are appealing because people tend to “look out” for one another and “have each other’s backs.” Fortunate for many of us, we live in one of the many small communiti...
Remember When?
5 YEARS AGO • APRIL 16, 1970 FALLS ‘CHET’ HUNTLEY FILMING WAR DANANG, Vietnam – Chief Warrant Officer Harley L. (Chet) Huntley of Thompson Falls flies with pilots of the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) to photograph the wing’s role in Vietnam....
Question of the week: What are you most excited for after things return to normal?
JACK LEHL, Alberton, Montana – “I am excited to be able to go to a restaurant again.” SHAUN HEWLETT, Thompson Falls – “I want to go back to church and support local businesses.” ANGELA MUSE, Plains – “I would like to have the essentials back...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulance calls: Thompson Falls, 4; Plains, 4; Hot Springs, 1; Dixon, 2. Monday, April 6 Stolen vehicle, Trout Creek. Suicide attempt or threats, Hot Springs. Animal complaint, T. Falls. Animal complaint, T. Falls. Property damage, criminal mischief,...
Justice Court
Montana Highway Patrol Emmalese Weber, 19, driving without a valid license, $285. Charles Frick, 63, seatbelt violation, $20. Marjory Barnes, 56, day speeding, $70. Harley Sorrell, 18, careless driving, $85; obstructing a peace officer, $175....
Election 2020: Trout Creek School Board
NAME: Mary E. Meyer OCCUPATION: retired 1. What is unique about you that would benefit the school board? As a retired District Clerk of Trout Creek School, I possess a unique skill set and perspective on the daily operations, financial requirements,...
Election 2020: Thompson Falls School Board
NAME: Ashley Block OCCUPATION: Mental Health Therapist, Business owner 1. What is unique about you that would benefit the school board? My educational background and professional occupation help me to objectively approach issues and rationally...
Election 2020: Noxon School Board
NAME: Andrew Chaboya Cabaccang OCCUPATION: Political Strategist, Volunteer 1. What is unique about you that would benefit the school board? I’m a proud graduate of Noxon High School (1982). I believe in public education 100%. My opponent has c...
Trout Creek bridge project begins
Work has begun on the project to repair the Clark Fork River Bridge near Trout Creek. Construction on the bridge, as well as safety improvements on Blue Slide Road, the primary alternate route for...
Sanders County food banks support residents
Supporting one another becomes essential during times such as the pandemic we are currently finding ourselves in. Food banks throughout Sanders County have become staples for many people during these trying times. As people have lost employment, the...
Board votes non-renewal of administrator's contract
The Thompson Falls School Board met last week to address the continuing remote learning efforts in compliance with Governor Bullock’s directives due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The board also discussed contract renewals for staff members. The board v...
Plains coach adjusts to new reality
It took her a couple of weeks to reach peace with this interrupted season, but Plains track and field coach Denise Montgomery says she has. The veteran of eight years of working with her Trotter and...
Hawks still hope to fly high
Trenna Ferris shouldn't be sitting at her kitchen table right now, devising training schedules for her track and field athletes. Take a look out the window at that beautiful Sanders County weather....
Coaches facilitate at-home workouts
With the coronavirus situation effecting average everyday life, the future of sports is undetermined, however some of the coaches at Thompson Falls are presenting their athletes with ways to stay in shape at home and on their own. “The point of s...
Disinfecting surfaces is critical to staying healthy
8 is advancing, and the public is being continually updated about new findings on a daily basis. Studies done by the World Health Organization (WHO), has given us insight about how long this virus can survive on surfaces. The organization has...
Job Service offers various resources
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives on March 27. As part of this Act many receiving unemployment will be receiving more assistance during the world-wide health crisis caused...
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