Tuesday, January 21, 2025

ARTICLES BY JOHN DOWD CLARK FORK VALLEY

Kokanee are running

One of the most highly anticipated fishing ventures for anglers in Northwest Montana is the run of the kokanee. This is the time of the year when the waters of a few streams and rivers turn red with the flashing of piscine tails and bodies.
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Remembering Kenny New scholarship honors memory of local hero Kenny Marjerrison

The Plains schools have been blessed in having so many great instructors and teachers over the years.
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Returning Home: Former Plains students are a key part of the high school staff today

Plains High school has been around for nearly 100 years and for as long as recent memory holds, has had some of the most excellent teachers. Many of them are returning students inspired by previous instructors to bring that same energy, excitement and encouragement to future generations.
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New store opening promises locals more convenience

Last Wednesday a new business opened up on Main Street in Plains. It is called 406 Outlet and the owner, Jessica Holland, says that her store is bringing something new to the town.
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4-H is planning for another big year at the Sanders County Fair

This year promises to be another grand year for the local 4-H groups of Sanders county.
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Sanders County Search and Rescue does so much, but now needs your help

There are many outdoor activities that bring people to Sanders County from hiking to fishing and kayaking to hunting along with so much more. With so many ways to get out into the woods there are equality numerous ways to become, lost, hurt or standard. This is where the members …
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Summer program inspires lifelong passion for reading

Some people say that a man without education is like building a house without a foundation.
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'You never know what you will find at a yard sale' - here's proof

Most people, when they walk through a yard sale and see the old paintings sitting off to the side they wouldn’t think twice, but one young man, who wouldn’t give his name, acted differently.
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Locals go out of their way to help the bison

Of the many incredible animals in the United States few stand up in comparison to the mighty American bison.
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Sanders County considers needs assessment for housing

One of the most pressing issues facing the growth of Sanders County, and in fact most of western Montana, is the conundrum of affordable housing.
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Young Eagles take to the sky

Since 1992 the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) has been giving youth a chance to get interested and involved in flight, such as during Plains Day on Saturday, June 1 at the Plains airport.
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