Bluehawks take second at 7-B tournament

THOMPSON FALLS – The Bluehawks came in at second place after a loss against Bigfork with a final score of 37-50 in the District 7-B Tournament’s championship round.

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Lady Hawks end season just short of District Tournament

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Hot Springs: 39, Two Eagle: 46

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Hot Springs boys take third during tournament

HOT SPRINGS – The Hot Springs Savage Heat came in third place after defeating Charlo with a final score of 62-52.

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Horsemen take second place at District Tournament

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First Preparedness Day hits far above expectations

PLAINS – Residents from Sanders and Mineral Counties gathered in Plains, Saturday, for a series of presentations during Emergency Preparedness Day.

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Severe drought conditions continue in county

SANDERS COUNTY – According to recent water condition reports, Western Montana is still experiencing severe drought conditions.

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Trotters named District 14-C Champions

PLAINS – After a close game, pushed into overtime, the Plains Trotters edged out Arlee’s Lady Scarletts to claim the championship during last week’s District 14-C tournament.

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Spring's approach means greater bear awareness

SANDERS COUNTY – With February coming to an end, and warmer temperatures starting to arrive, wildlife will soon begin waking up from their winter hibernations and residents will need to take precautions.

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Biker and musician promote drug awareness and anti-bullying at Dixon School

DIXON – A guitarist and biker redefined what it meant to be cool in Dixon, Friday, during an anti-bullying, drug and alcohol awareness assembly through Bikers against Bullying.

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Hot Springs students spell their way to victory

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City plans outlined for Thompson Falls chamber

THOMPSON FALLS – Mayor Mark Sheets presented an update on the city’s upcoming water projects during the February meeting of the Thompson Falls Chamber of Commerce meeting.

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Savage Heat: 71, Tigers: 24

HOT SPRINGS – In their final game of the season, the Hot Springs Savage Heat came out on top against the St. Regis Tigers with a final score of 71-24.

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Hot Springs: 31. St. Regis: 50

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Hot Springs School Board discuss drug use and student rewards

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Lady Hawks close out season against Lady Dawgs

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Thompson Falls takes on Whitefish on senior night

THOMPSON FALLS – In one of their final games of the season, the Thompson Falls Bluehawks claimed a victory against the Whitefish Bulldogs.

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Year of the Monkey comes to Hot Springs

HOT SPRINGS – The Year of the Monkey and Chinese culture were celebrated in Hot Springs, Saturday, during the community’s annual Chinese New Year Celebration and community dinner.

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Valentines Day brings big business to area flower shops

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Trotters overpower Noxon 55-35 on senior night

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Trotters: 60, Lady Eagles: 34

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Horsemen: 54, Two Eagle River: 20

PLAINS – In their final game of the regular season, the Horsemen claimed a decisive victory against the Two Eagle Eagles.

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Noxon School Board negotiates with teachers, plans to replace doors

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Horsemen defeat Noxon Red Devils 45-27

PLAINS – In Friday’s Senior Night home game, the Plains Horsemen defeated the Red Devils of Noxon with a final score of 45-27.

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Hot Springs student perseveres to late graduation

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Trotters: 56, Lady Tigers: 25

PLAINS – The Trotters gained a decisive victory, Friday, in their home game against the St. Regis Lady Tigers.

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Paradise American Legion almost rebuilt

PARADISE – Almost three years after it was completely destroyed in a fire the American Legion Post in Paradise is well on its way to completion.

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I Love to Read Month kicks off, encouraging kids and community to enjoy books

SANDERS COUNTY – The start of February this week also marks the start of I Love to Read Month with a variety of activities set to begin at the county’s schools.

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Plains Police Department welcomes new officer

PLAINS – The Plains Police Department brought on a new officer, Tuesday, bringing their force back to full strength.

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TFalls: 42, Eureka: 61

THOMPSON FALLS – While they put up a strong fight, the Lady Hawks came away with a loss in their Saturday game against the Eureka Lady Lions.

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Bluehawks: 57, Lions: 24

THOMPSON FALLS – The Thomspon Falls boys basketball team came away with a solid victory after their game against the Eureka Lions.

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Noxon students named to Honor Choir

NOXON – Two Noxon High School students were selected to sing in the Montana State University’s Honor Choir, joining high schoolers from around the state at the Missoula campus.

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Children's Theater comes to Noxon

NOXON – The Missoula Children’s Theater is coming to the Noxon schools this week to perform a production of the musical The Jungle Book, starring the students themselves.

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Extreme snow sports and poker collide for weekend event

TROUT CREEK – Cards, betting and extreme snow sports will merge, this Saturday, during the Cabinet Ridge Riders’ 25th annual poker run.

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Montana women enjoy retreat, leadership talks during Women's Conference

PARADISE – Women from around the area came to Sanders County over the weekend for the fourth annual Montana Farmer’s Union Women’s Conference at Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort.

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Sanders County wrestlers place high at Florence

By ADAM ROBERTSON

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Trotters defeat Lady Savage Heat 61-17

HOT SPRINGS – The Plains Trotters claimed a strong victory against their county rivals from Hot Springs, Saturday, with a final score of 61-17.

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Plains: 69, Hot Springs: 67

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Plains Horsemen take out St. Regis Tigers 79-39

PLAINS – The Plains boys basketball team won a decisive victory against the St. Regis Tigers, claiming a win with a score of 79-39.

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Hot Springs Chamber discuss drug awareness

HOT SPRINGS – During their February meeting, the Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce discussed their plans for the Chinese New Year and heard an update on the Community Awareness group.

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Elks, Sheriff team up to prevent drug abuse

THOMPSON FALLS – The Thompson Falls Elks Lodge teamed up with the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office for a spaghetti dinner and update on the county’s drug enforcement and awareness.

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Circle break in under investigation

PLAINS – The Plains Police Department are investigating a break in at the Circle Restaurant, after money was discovered missing Wednesday morning.

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Birth Announcement

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Plains: 61 Arlee: 70

PLAINS – After an intense game, the Plains Horsemen came away with a loss against the Arlee Scarlet Warriors, holding a final score of 61-70.

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Hot Springs: 32 Victor: 19

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Hot Springs: 26 Victor: 43

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Plains dominates Scarlets in 39-36 home game

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Bluehawk wrestlers come out on top for senior night

THOMPSON FALLS – During Thompson Falls Wrestling’s senior night quad match, Thursday, the guys had some great wins, making a strong goodbye to their time wrestling in the home gym.

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Hot Springs resident makes career from hobby

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Plains schools review education laws

PLAINS – During their January meeting, the Plains School Board discussed their obligations to have a curriculum with Native American education at the school.

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Hot Springs students challenged to show geography knowledge

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Plains residents enjoy chili and pies to help children

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Cowboys come to Thompson Falls Rex Theater

THOMPSON FALLS – Traditional country music will be coming to Thompson Falls this week as the High Country Cowboys perform at the Rex Theater.

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Plains resident encourages pregnancy awareness

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Bank drive-thru renovations complete

PLAINS – Rocky Mountain Bank in Plains just completed renovations to their drive-thru area, improving the quality of service customers receive when they use it.

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Thompson Falls Chamber reviews holiday scavenger hunt

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Plains listed among cheapest areas for renter's insurance

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Residents defend life in nationwide March

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Light snow pack expected to continue drought conditions

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Thompson Falls students spread anti-bullying message

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Hot Springs: 45 Two Eagle: 73; Hot Springs: 10 Arlee: 65

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Thompson Falls: 49 Libby: 57

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Plains: 49 Charlo: 29

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Bluehawks: 69 Horsemen: 38

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Plains comes out on top against Thompson

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County wrestlers place in Ted Kato Tournament

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Hot Springs: 78 Two Eagle: 42; Hot Springs: 55 Arlee: 74

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Bluehawks: 57, Bigfork: 61; Bluehawks: 44, Whitefish: 48

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First baby of 2016 arrives at CFVH

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Savage Heat trump Tigers in home court duel

HOT SPRINGS – The Hot Springs boys basketball team claimed a strong victory against the St. Regis Tigers during their Thursday home game.

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Hot Springs: 67, St. Regis: 85

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Lady Hawks: 52, Bigfork: 85; Lady Hawks: 48, Whitefish: 63

THOMPSON FALLS – In the Lady Hawks’ games last week, against Bigfork and Whitefish, the team played a strong game but factors beyond their control lead to defeats in both.

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Hot Springs chamber seek to bring more to community

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Area youths display work in ASC art show

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SC Search & Rescue locates missing man

PLAINS – Recently, Sanders County Search and Rescue were dispatched to River Road East, in Plains, in search of a missing person.

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Plains: 67, Noxon: 36

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Plains: 86, Two Eagle: 47

PLAINS – The Horsemen came out on top with a final score of 86-47 when they travelled to Two Eagle River over the weekend.

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Plains artist named People's Choice

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Clark Fork Valley Hospital joins NARCO group

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Plains police chase gunmen to Paradise

PLAINS – The Plains Police Department engaged in a car chase Saturday, which ended with an arrest at the Paradise Post Office.

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Plains City Fire quickly handles oven fire

PLAINS – Firefighters from the Plains City Fire Department quickly extinguished a small kitchen fire on Stanton Street, in Plains, Saturday afternoon.

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Hot Springs mayor looking forward to community's future

HOT SPRINGS – Hot Springs Mayor Randy Woods has plans for the future of the community with hopes of improving the tourism draw to the area.

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Plains City Council discuss water and deer issues

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Final payments for Hot Springs water tank approved

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Plow driver works for county community's safety

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Thompson Falls Wrestling Results from Ronan

SANDERS COUNTY – The Sanders County wrestlers went to Hamilton, Friday, for the first day of the Ronan Duels, bringing home some good stats.

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County wrestlers take on teams in Ronan

SANDERS COUNTY – The Sanders County wrestlers went to Hamilton, Friday, for the first day of the Ronan Duels, bringing home some good stats.

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Fire department advises safety after wash of blazes strike Plains

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Lady Hawks: 42, Lady Lions: 52

THOMPSON FALLS – The Lady Hawks were just edged out of victory, last week, at their home game against the Lady Lions from Eureka.

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Thompson Falls claims victory against Eureka

THOMPSON FALLS – The Thompson Falls boys brought in a strong victory against the Eureka Lions last week, with one of their first home games of 2016.

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Plains takes on Hot Springs in county match up

HOT SPRINGS/PLAINS – The Plains Trotters came away with a decisive win after their rivalry conference game against the Hot Springs Lady Savage Heat, Saturday evening.

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Horsemen: 52, Savage Heat: 55

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Fires plague Plains area

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Plains Trotters unveil 2015 State Track Championship banner

PLAINS – The Plains Trotters celebrated their 2015 state track championship Saturday as they unveiled their newest championship banner to hang in the Plains High School gym, marking their third win in a row.

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Hot Springs family injured in Missoula accident

HOT SPRINGS – Hot Springs residents were involved in a traffic accident near the Missoula airport Tuesday night, requiring several people be taken to the hospital for injuries.

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NCLB replacement looks good for area schools

SANDERS COUNTY – In late December, the No Child Left Behind Act was officially replaced with a new law; how this new law will effect the Sanders County schools, though, has yet to be seen.

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Plains to see several water projects in 2016

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Resident gains spiritual cleansing with river plunge

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Community welcomes the new year with winter fun run

THOMPSON FALLS – Members of the county community brought in the New Year by going for a winter run around Thompson Falls.

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Thompson Falls: 55; Troy: 31

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Thompson Falls: 41; Troy: 54

THOMPSON FALLS – The Thompson Falls Lady Hawks came just short of victory, Saturday, when they went to Troy, coming away with a final score of 41-54.

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New Thompson Falls mayor begins term in office with the new year

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New events center brings needed service to Sanders County community

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Plains students bring in holiday break with superhero games

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Plains Christmas rings in with elementary concert

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Pajamas donated to bring Christmas cheer

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Plains City Fire respond to trailer fire

PLAINS – Flames consumed a small trailer across the street from the Plains Veterans of Foreign Wars building, early Wednesday afternoon.

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Emergency responders combat fire in Plains

PLAINS – Emergency responders rushed out to Burnham Lane, Tuesday morning, to fight a structure fire on the outer edges of Plains.

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Structure lost in Plains blaze

PLAINS – Smoke billowed into the sky above Plains, Tuesday morning, when a fire consumed a residence on River Road East.

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Police respond to threats against police in Dixon

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Thompson Falls Schools present musical Christmas

THOMPSON FALLS – The Thompson Falls schools brought holiday cheer to the community last week as they performed their annual Christmas concert.

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Sanders County Wrestling results

Plains at Buzz Lucey Memorial Tournament – 104

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Holiday shopping with cookies hit Hot Springs

HOT SPRINGS – The Hot Springs community gathered at the Symes, last week, to celebrate the holidays and get a start on holiday shopping lists.

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Lady Hawks fight hard against Libby Lady Loggers

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Bluehawks edge out Libby, defeated in Florence

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Horsemen get big wins against Charlo and Troy

PLAINS – The Plains Horsemen claimed a huge 71-44 victory against the Charlo Vikings, Saturday, bringing an end to their winning streak.

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Trotters overpower Lady Vikings

PLAINS – The Trotters came away with a victory and a loss last week, after their Friday and Saturday games against Charlo and Troy.

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Kindergarten on top of pop top collecting contest

PLAINS – Last week, the community’s efforts to support the Ronald McDonald House came to fruition as the Plains School announced the winners of the Pop a Top for Franklin contest.

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Hot Springs school celebrates holidays with music

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Hot springs businesses offer customers Christmas cheer as show of appreciation

HOT SPRINGS – Hot Springs residents gathered at Wall Street Place last week, to enjoy a festive atmosphere and for the businesses to show the customers their appreciation.

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Noxon school gives winter road safety advice

NOXON – With more severe winter weather spreading through the area, road safety has become more concerning; to help with this, the Noxon schools distributed safety tips for going out on the road.

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Rocky Mountain Bank shows holiday appreciation to customers

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UPDATE: Law enforcement stand down in Dixon situation

DIXON – A stand down order has been issued to law enforcement personnel responding to the threats coming from Dixon.

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Police Respond to Dixon

DIXON – Law enforcement personnel gathered in Dixon, early Saturday afternoon, in response to threats against the police.

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Plains students bring the holidays to local businesses

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Melodrama signals start of old Paradise School resurrection

PARADISE – The Paradise School opened its doors recently to show a melodrama before a packed house and make some special announcements about the school’s future.

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First Security Bank collecting warm clothes from community for the holiday season

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Noxon: 37 Charlo: 55

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Former Plains student named Teacher of the Year

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Hot Springs school board fight poor performance

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Sudden snow storms lead to numerous accidents

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Plains: 43 Arlee: 58

PLAINS – The Plains Horsemen took a defeat in their Saturday game against Arlee, after fighting to pull back ahead.

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TFalls: 57 BTimber: 62

THOMPSON FALLS – The Bluehawks came short of victory after a close game last Saturday, when they travelled to Big Timber for a game against the Sheepherders.

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TFalls: 60 Shelby: 66

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Plains second graders show off science knowledge through art

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Hospice nurses recognized during Tree of Life Reception

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Changes coming to Chamber Scrip

PLAINS – The Plains Business Association discussed the future of their Chamber Scrips program during their quarterly meeting last week as well as when they will meet going forward.

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Horsemen open season with win in Frenchtown

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Hot Springs girls open season at Frenchtown tournament

HOT SPRINGS – The Hot Springs Lady Savage Heat kicked off the basketball season over the weekend at the Class C kick-off tournament in Frenchtown.

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Holiday Bazaar brings hospital residents future activities

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Lady Hawks take on Hamilton

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Lady Red Devils take out Victor Lady Pirates

NOXON – The Noxon Lady Red Devils started off the season with a win against the Victor Lady Pirates when they went to Frenchtown for the Class C basketball kick-off tournament.

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Raugust released from prison

THOMPSON FALLS – Richard Raugust was released from prison, Friday, on a bond as he awaits a new trial for the 1997 murder of Joe Tash near Trout Creek.

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Freezing rains close schools, create hazardous conditions

MINERAL/SANDERS COUNTY – Schools around the area were closed or delayed Friday after freezing rains left the roads too hazardous for buses to safely manage.

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Paradise fire put out by joint department effort

PARADISE – The Plains-Paradise Rural Fire District responded to a structure fire in Paradise, late Tuesday morning, cutting into the upper floor of the building to douse the flames.

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SC fairgrounds light up the night with holiday cheer

PLAINS – The Sanders County Fairgrounds was lit up for the holidays, Saturday, during their annual Christmas lighting as well as the Sanders County Cancer Network’s luminary ceremony.

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Crafters gather for holiday fair

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Lady Hawks dedicated to a great basketball season

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Thompson Falls boys bring great experience to the basketball court

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Students and teachers come together for first annual Turkey Bowl

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Thompson Falls prepares for holiday festivities

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Noxon basketball readies for 2015-16 sports season

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Relics found in construction point to history of newspapers

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Friday accidents close Hwy 200 for two hours

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Community gives thanks at community meal

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SC Fair Board considers funding

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Girl Scouts learn about medicine during CFVH visit

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Heathers to reopen soon after fire causes smoke damage

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Lonepine bazaar begins early holiday shopping

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Horsemen basketball prepares for season

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Plains/Hot Springs wrestlers kick off practices

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Winter storms, freezing temperatures hit county

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Lady Savage Heat prepare for winter basketball season

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Plum Creek Timber to merge with Weyerhaeuser

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TFalls Chamber plans holiday event

THOMPSON FALLS – During their regular meeting last week, the Thompson Falls Chamber of Commerce discussed their upcoming activities for their Christmas on Main Street event.

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Women's Club makes stockings for SCCF holidays

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Plains girls prepare for 2015-16 basketball season

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SC Search and Rescue deployed to search river

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Plains school board consider new boiler options

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Raugust conviction overturned

THOMPSON FALLS – Richard Raugust’s life sentence conviction for the 1997 murder of Joe Tash was overturned, Monday, due to new evidence allegedly confirming his innocence.

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Crime Stopper: Schillinger Construction experiences theft

PLAINS – Last Monday, the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office was notified parties unknown had made off with some construction equipment from its parking spot at the entrance to Highway 28 in Plains.

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