Overcoming hardships
DIXON — The 2009 growing season was bigger than any other year Dixon Melons, Inc. had embarked on in its 23 years of being in business.
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More water rate talks
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Paradise school turns 100
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Celebration of Life
The word ‘cancer' is traditionally affiliated with suffering and loss, but on Friday night the word ‘cancer' was followed by courage, strength, defiance and life.
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Let the fundraising begin
It was all about softball for the west end of the county as the Noxon Volunteer Fire Department (NVFD) hosted their annual three-day softball tournament.
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Hot Springs finds grant difficulties
The Hot Springs Parks and Recreation Board has been working tirelessly to find funding for five projects to give recreational opportunities to the people of Hot Springs.
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Town bands together to battle crime
HOT SPRINGS - Members of the Hot Springs community called an emergency meeting Wednesday at the Senior Center to discuss the problem of ongoing speeding, reckless driving and crime issues throughout the town.
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Small cast, big visions
The Thompson Falls community theater teamed up with local actors from around the county to present The Ballad of Gopher Gap, a two-act melodrama, at the fairgrounds in Plains on Saturday night to a packed pavilion.
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Man survives after truck falls down cliff
A Kalispell man survived being trapped in his dump truck for over an hour after the truck fell approximately 50 feet over a cliff in Heron on Wednesday morning.
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Council on Aging holds special day for seniors
Gwen Hanson, Director of Council on Aging (COA) in Hot Springs, believes doing things socially is the best way to keep a person healthy.
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Bike mission completed
The new pastor for the Plains/Paradise United Methodist Church, Thomas Hall, has already made a strong example on the local community when it comes to residents getting physical.
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Plains vandal summoned to court
Sanders County attorney Colleen Magera summoned Jason Gohl, of Plains, to county court for vandalizing seven storefronts in Plains on June 15. Gohl was officially charged in the middle of July with felony criminal mischief for causing over $3,000 worth of damages to seven businesses in downtown Plains. Gohl was …
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Supreme Court candidate stops in TFalls
Montana Supreme Court republican candidate Judge Nels Swandal stopped in Sanders County on Thursday to meet residents and speak on his candidacy at Thompson Falls High School.
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Thompson Falls discusses indoor pool
A small group of Thompson Falls residents presented the idea of implementing an indoor swimming pool to the city council on Monday night.
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Staying cool as summer heats up
The last week I've been trying to spend as much time in the river as possible in order to cool down as temperatures in Sanders County soar well above 90, but a girl can't spend all day in the river.
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Petacular
It's always a shame when a proud pet owner has to leave their furry friend behind for a day of shopping at the market. However, in Thompson Falls, leaving behind pets is unnecessary as they are more than welcome at the Thompson Falls market every Saturday throughout the summer.
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Hot Springs Telephone Co. turns 75 years
When Grant Preston first purchased the Telephone Company in 1935, little did he know that 75 years later the business he built would still not only be going strong, but still in the family.
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Treatment begins on watermilfoil
The treatment of the Cabinet Gorge and Noxon Rapids reservoirs for Eurasian watermilfoil, an aquatic invasive weed, began last Wednesday just as specialists arrived in Trout Creek for the annual Sanders County Aquatic Weed workshop that took place on Monday.
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Trying to stay afloat
I first learned about the power of an eddy when I did a story with Plains Mayor Michael Brinson concerning the increasing amount of land that was eroding away by the town's sewage cleaning ponds due to a strong eddy.
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Fire moves danger level to high
The wildland fire that broke out last Monday in the north fork of Murr Creek towards Highway 2 and up Thompson River was finally contained around 8:00 p.m. Thursday night.
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Chicken Jamboree hits TFalls
"This isn't for us, this is for Jesus," said Kim Roberts, volunteer at the Chicken Jamboree at the PPL park in Thompson Falls on Saturday.
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Classic cars shine for the show
It was all about variety at the 11th Annual Show and Shine Rods and Classics car show at Ainsworth Field in Thompson Falls on Saturday as cars, both young and old, filled the field.
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Local school turns 100
It has been a summer of centennial celebrations in the small, unincorporated town of Paradise and Paradise Grade School is no exception when it comes to turning 100 years old.
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Run across the high bridge
Thompson Falls was booming on Saturday as people filled the streets for the Thompson Falls market, car show, chicken jamboree and the first annual Go Green Run.
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DNRC responds to wildland fire
The DNRC responded to a 20-acre wildland fire on Monday that broke out in the north fork of Murr Creek towards Highway 2 up Thompson River.
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Billy Hill determined to stay in sheriff race
After losing the primary race to sheriff candidate Tom Rummel, Trout Creek resident Billy Hill has not conceded to defeat just yet.
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Women take on the outdoors
Outdoor recreation is not unique to most Montanans, but a ‘Women in the Outdoors Workshop' is.
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Danielle's column
The Fourth of July was my absolute favorite holiday growing up, albeit for my own selfish reasons.
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Noxon tradition put on hold
Noxon Fourth of July fireworks cancelled one year after serious injury
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Celebrating the Fourth in style
Residents go back in time at David Thompson Days in TFalls
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Change in the water
The Plains water/waste water committee held a public meeting last Tuesday night to discuss changes to the town's water system.
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Celebrations in Paradise
Paradise held a double celebration this Fourth of July, celebrating not only America's birthday, but Paradise's 100th birthday.
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Plains pool looks to save funds
The Plains Park and Recreation Board held a public meeting Monday night to discuss ways for the public pool to save and make more money each summer season due to the thousands of dollars lost in operational fees each year.
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Burn permits end, fire season begins
With wildland fire season approaching and the wet spring of 2010 finally coming to an end, fire control officials in Sanders County have announced the conclusion of open burning as of the end of June.
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TRACS holds annual yard sale fundraiser
It was a perfect day for the annual Thompson River Animal Care Shelter's yard sale fundraiser on Saturday as it was greeted with warm and sunny weather.
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The show must go on
The tremendous efforts it took to bring the hydroplane races to Trout Creek over the weekend were almost for naught as the races had to be cancelled Saturday due to dangerous debris floating in the water that can wreak havoc on the hydro boats.
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High participant total for Sanders Sale-ing
Following the annual spring-cleaning, residents of Sanders County fill their yards with unwanted or excess clothes, knick-knacks and treasures for the annual Sanders Sale-ing event.
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Locals take a drive for school
Hosting a fundraiser does not have to be a lot of work, sometimes it is as simple as taking a leisurely drive.
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Boat inspections now mandatory
In a joint collaboration between the Department of Agriculture and Fish Wildlife and Parks, it was decided last week that the inspection stations designed to prevent the spread of Eurasian watermilfoil, an aquatic invasive species, in Plains and Troy are now mandatory for all boat goers traveling to and from …
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Plains vandal to be charged with felony
Coming into work early in the morning is never an easy feat, but for seven business owners in Plains last Tuesday, June 15, the morning was made even more difficult as they were greeted by a slew of vandalism on the outside of their business fronts.
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Plains Day comes with fun and sun
Plains Day is not just a day to celebrate the town, but a day when people of all ages; young, teens and adults can gather together to share their fondness for the community they call home.
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Homesteader Days celebrates 61 years
In 1949, the first homesteaders came to Hot Springs, signing the official registry for the town.
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Sex offender gets 99 years in prison
Convicted sexual offender Robert Fishbaugh, 54, of Thompson
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Danielle's column: What goes around comes around
We've all heard the old adage "what goes around, comes around." I never really put much thought into it as I figured it was just my parents' way of scaring me out of stealing my brother's toys or pinching him when I was little.
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Junior firefighters can handle it all
For some Plains High School students, community service through the Plains/Paradise Rural Fire District is an exciting way to gain experience while serving the town they grew up in.
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Election results
The election results are in and with a few surprises. Mark French from Paradise will not be moving on to the general election as Denny Rehberg and Michael McDonald will be on the ballot to compete for the congressional seat during the general election in November.
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Seven stores vandalized in Plains
Seven businesses on Main Street in Plains were vandalized late
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A look into the past
It’s a detective game, a genealogical hunt for the past made possible by two Plains residents willing and capable to help people search for their personal family history.
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Bicycling down to the border
The Plains/Paradise United Methodist Church has a new pastor in town, but you may have missed him. After arriving from the Philadelphia area to settle in the Plains/Paradise community last week, Pastor Thomas Hall hit the road once more, but this time by bicycle.
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School's out for summer
The steady rainfall paused on Thursday, just in time to help the Plains school children celebrate the end of the school year and beginning of summer.
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Plains looks to equalize water meters
The town of Plains is currently looking for ways to equalize the water usage among all the residences throughout town.
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A few locals find fun in mud
Who knew the simple mixture of dirt and water could turn into a weekend of entertainment.
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In memoriam
It is one man's silent vigil, marked only by the sound of his footsteps on the pavement. The only evidence of Mike Ehredt's journey across the Unites States is the tiny American flag placed meticulously at every mile marker along various highways throughout the Unites States.
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Battling invasive weeds
The Eurasian Watermilfoil (EWM) task force in Sanders County has worked tirelessly to keep Eurasian watermilfoil, a nonnative, noxious and rapidly spreading weed, at bay. In the past few years, the EWM task force has managed to keep the weed contained within the Noxon Rapids and Cabinet Gorge Reservoirs.
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A time of remembrance
Residents of Sanders County and members of the VFW Plains Post 3596 gathered at various sites in Plains and Thompson Falls on Sunday and Monday to honor those who gave their lives to protect the freedoms and rights of United States citizens as part of their Memorial Day services.
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Hot Springs sends its seniors into the world
Twenty-one seniors from Hot Springs High School are spreading their wings and embarking on the next phase of their lives.
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Wildland fire on Upper Lynch Creek
Fire season has begun in Sanders County. The DNRC Plains Unit responded to a wildland fire on Upper Lynch Creek Sunday evening.
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Spreading information and awareness
"Diabetes is an epidemic right now," said Mary Shick, diabetes educator for St. Patrick's Hospital in Missoula.
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Plains church celebrates 40 years
The Isrealites wandered in the wilderness for 40 years before God brought them into the promised land. For Plains Alliance Church, they haven’t been wandering, but have had a home for the past 40 years in Plains and on Saturday they celebrated their 40-year-old home.
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Danielle's column: Getting active
I have been inexcusably lazy for the past eight months. Last summer when I was unemployed back home I had nothing to do but run. Then when I moved to Plains I dedicated all of my time and energy to reporting, and though it pains me to admit, my couch.
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Master plan in action
The newly formed Hot Springs Parks and Recreation Board held their first meeting on Tuesday, May 18 to begin discussions on plans for the city park.
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Danielle's column: Bear watch
It was bound to be an amazing weekend. My Milwaukee friend Molly was visiting Plains for the week and having never seen mountains before, I decided to pull out all the stops and embark on an adventure through the Montana wilderness.
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Athletes show their gratitude
A handful of Plains track and field athletes gathered on Monday to give their thanks to physical therapist Emily Hernden, who offers the athletes free services to help mend and rehabilitate any injuries they may receive while training and competing during the various sports seasons.
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Survey says?
Preparation for next fall's hunting season has already begun as area wildlife biologist Bruce Sterling recently finished his spring surveys to gauge the number of wildlife roaming the area.
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Hot Springs to discuss assisting Hospital District
The Eastern Sanders County Hospital District is bound and determined to raise funds in order to expand and update the current Hot Springs clinic.
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Low turnout continues at candidate forum
Plains High School gym was once again filled with empty seats for another candidate forum on Saturday, which was meant to give the public an opportunity to question the candidates running for county positions.
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Poppy day in Paradise and Plains
For the American Legion Auxiliary, the poppy is used as the organization’s memorial flower and through donations it goes towards benefiting veterans and their families.
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Spotting wildlife
Bison Range opens Red Sleep Drive to visitors
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Rappin' cowboy stops in Hot Springs
The unlikely combination of country music and rap was brought to Fergie’s pub in Hot Springs on Thursday evening.
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Sporting goods come to county
Shopping local will be even easier as S and S Sports celebrated its grand opening on Saturday, offering supplies and services Sanders County residents usually travel far out of town to purchase.
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School gives thanks to volunteers
Monday through Friday parents can breathe a sigh of relief and know their children will be safe walking to and from school all thanks to the volunteer crossing guards who dedicate hours of their time to improve the school’s safety conditions.
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Low turnout at candidate forum
Only two candidates running for county positions showed up to the open forum on Saturday at Plains High School hosted by the Sanders County Conservatives.
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Carrying the torch
Runners, riders and bikers gathered for a common cause on Sunday as part of the Law Enforcement Torch Run to raise money for Special Olympics Montana.
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Town hall food fight
There was standing room only at the Plains town council meeting on Monday evening as locals gathered to discuss the Chinese food vendor that stops in Plains every Friday.
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Fatal accident on Hwy 28
LONE PINE - One person died early Tuesday afternoon when a flatbed truck heading south on Highway 28 crashed into the rear end of an orange tractor-trailer rig.
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Noxon keeps going despite injuries
Although the Noxon track and field team is struggling with three recent injuries, individual performances show promise in the team’s ability.
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A fireman's life
In 1992, John Holland got his chance to be a fireman when the Plains Rural Fire Department was started.
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Two Plains soloists head to state competition
Two Plains soloists sang their way to qualify for the state competition this coming Friday and Saturday in Helena.
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Civil Air Patrol organizing local squadron
The opportunity to have a front row seat in an airplane and be a pilot’s right hand man doesn’t come around too often. Civil Air Patrol (CAP) cadets do just that during orientation flights in CAP aircrafts.
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Safety train stops in TFalls
Every year an average of 1,000 people die from being struck by train.
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Spring demo derby?
Car enthusiasts wait every year for the end of summer to crash their cars at the Sanders County Fair, but one Thompson Falls resident feels a second demolition derby might just be what the mechanic ordered.
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Shaking things up
If William Shakespeare were still alive, he would have turned 446 years old on Friday.
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Beautiful day, beautiful weather, beautification
“Beautiful day, beautiful weather, beautification,” said Jennifer Fielder, landscape architect and volunteer for Beautification Days in Thompson Falls on Friday while she helped clear out the old hedge roses along the railroad tracks on Main Street.
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Fireman's Ball draws a large crowd
The second annual Fireman’s Ball held Saturday night at the VFW in Plains was another huge success for the local fire department with large crowds filling every seat in the VFW hall awaiting a served dinner and live entertainment.
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In honor of Deputy Dave Hedley
The community gathered Monday to give back to someone who has given so much of his time and effort serving the people of Sanders County.
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Easter egg frenzy
Kids around Plains gathered to hop down the bunny trail at Fred Young Park on Easter Sunday for the annual Easter egg hunt.
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Superintendent social
A social hour was held Monday night in Plains school cafeteria for members of the public to come and meet the four finalists in the running to become the new superintendent of Plains Schools.
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Events set for Holy Week
The First Lutheran church and the United Methodist church are teaming up to provide Holy Week celebrations for any and all members of the community interested in participating.
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Hot Springs gears up for track
Hot Springs track and field practice is in full swing and just in time as the weather is starting to warm up and the athletes can move their practices outside.
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Old theme, new plans
Landscape Architect and President of Silverline Projects Jennifer Fielder has drawn up a detailed preliminary concept plan for the “Fort Thompson” Historical Park and Visitor Center, redoing what is currently known as the Rose Garden Park and Ron’s Service and U-Haul located in downtown Thompson Falls.
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Danielle's column: What to plan for when your mother comes to visit
I seem to have taken a hiatus from column writing the past few weeks, but there have been more important things going on around the county needing press other than my own meandering thoughts.
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A day of demonstrations
Have you ever wondered how to make homemade bubbles or your own fishing bait? Kids around the county gathered Sunday at Plains High School to showcase skills such as these at the final 4-H demonstrations.
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TRACS annual variety show
Thompson River Animal Care Shelter is holding their fourth annual spring fundraiser set for Saturday, March 20 in the community room at the Lakeside Motel in Trout Creek.
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Public forum addresses library levy
"We want voters to understand that we know money is short. But we need everyone's support. We are not asking for all we need, just enough to get by. We will not be adding hours or services; we just want to be able to continue to provide services at the …
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Mild winter has minimal effects of wildlife
It has been an unusual winter here in Sanders County and with only around six weeks of winter left the forecast seems to predict a continuous mild snow season with high temperatures leading into the spring season. What, then, does this mild winter mean for the wildlife in the area?
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Plains rural fire department receives grant
The Plains-Paradise Rural Fire Department was recently awarded the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) totaling $86,916.
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TFalls man arrested for murder
On July 1, 2009 a Thompson Falls woman died from a fatal gunshot wound to the head while driving to Yakima County, Washington on Interstate 82 with her boyfriend.
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Senator lays out plans for future
Senator Greg Hinkle has been dedicating a large portion of his time drafting bills and outlining his plans for change before the Senate meets in 2011.
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Not your average thrift store
Little Bitterroot is finding creative ways to keep their clients employed and funds in their pocket this year while simultaneously helping those in the community.
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