Spring wolf sightings reported in area
Prior to 1990, there were very few people in Montana who may have heard the howl of a wolf. By 1925 the species was eradicated from the state and remained virtually extinct until recovery efforts began.
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Runners help cancer patients 'Fuel The Fight'
Colorful balloons representing different types of cancer adorned the finish line at Frenchtown Pond State Park on Sept. 30 at the second annual Fuel the Fight 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. The event is a fundraiser to provide pre-paid fuel cards to help cancer patients in rural communities around …
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Students enjoy Talk (and Walk!) Like a Pirate Day
It was all hands on deck at the Mineral County Library’s first Talk Like a Pirate Day program held on Sept. 19 after school. Around 30 landlubber hearties gathered and played games, walked the plank, drew their own treasure maps and drank pirate punch.
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'Backroads of Montana' anniversary special to feature Alberton resident
On Nov. 17 the crew from Montana PBS’s “Backroads of Montana” held a 25th Anniversary celebration at the Rialto Theatre in Deer Lodge. It was designed as a red carpet event, where special guests were interviewed as they entered the theater. Attendees were also offered free popcorn and were entered …
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Veterans honored by students
Veterans Day was on Friday, Nov. 11 and several events took place in Mineral County to honor our local vets, including breakfasts at the school in St. Regis and at the Masonic Temple in Superior hosted by Eastern Star. Also in Superior, the elementary students held a special presentation in …
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Republican candidates win big in Mineral County
Election results came in during the early morning hours Nov. 9 as polls closed across the nation. Republican candidate Donald Trump was named the next president of the United States, defying late polls showing Democrate Hillary Clinton as having the edge.
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Superior invites Alberton students to Homecoming
Homecoming festivies commencing in Superior last week with a Friday of fun for the students.
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Football roundup Tigers split in first two games; Cats win for Homecoming
On September 2, St. Regis hosted Mullan, Idaho for a football match. It was a big win for St. Regis with a leading score of 70 to 18. Sophomore, Brock Cantrell-Field stole the show where he threw for five touchdowns and ran for three more against the Mullan Tigers. He …
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Volleyball roundup in Mineral County
St. Regis loses to Charlo in 4 matches
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Hospital puts the 'fun' in fundraiser with golf tourney
Trestle Creek Golf Course was hopping on Saturday as 13 teams knocked balls around the course for the annual Mineral County Medical Foundation golf tournament. It’s the biggest fundraiser of the year and brings is in between $10,000 to $12,000.
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Learning to choose wisely Workshop highlights drug abuse facing Mineral County
Addiction comes in many different forms, there are drug and alcohol addicts, sex addicts, gambling addictions. People can even become addicted to seemingly harmless things like caffeine, sugar, shopping and video games. Whenever an activity threatens the things people value like family, friends, their health, career, job and home—the problem …
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MCH exec appointed to state hospital post
Ron Gleason added another role to his position as Chief Executive Officer for Mineral Community Hospital. In August, he was appointed to the Montana Hospital Association comprised of 17 trustees, delegates, and officers from Montana.
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Alberton girl finalist in Miss Montana Teen USA
Mineral County recently was represented at a statewide beauty and fitness pageant.
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Multiple fires break out near Superior
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Cats, Tigers take fourth at Drummond Invitational
The varsity volleyball teams headed to Drummond last Saturday to participate in the Class C Drummond Invitational. Both the Clark Fork Mountain Cats and the St. Regis Tigers came in fourth place in their respective pools. There were two pools of eight teams for a total of 16 teams competing.
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Look for new faces as school starts in Mineral County
Students have sharpened their pencils and are starting a new year of school. St. Regis started on August 25, Alberton and Superior started on Monday, August 29. All of the schools have new teachers to greet them. In St. Regis and Superior, they also have new administrators to help get …
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Mountain Cats succumb to Darby Tigers in first game
The Clark Fork Mountain Cats kicked off the football season on Friday, August 26 in Darby —under hazy skies due to the Roaring Lion Fire near Hamilton.
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Shakespeare under the Big Sky Theater troupe entertains audience in Superior
Shakespeare in the Parks presented “The Comedy of Errors” in Superior on Tuesday, August 16, at the fairgrounds
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County attorney resigns
County attorney resigns
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Fight breaks out over playground equipment
Alberton school board members squared off with Alberton town council members at Thursday’s board meeting to figure out who should receive old playground equipment, since it was discovered recently both parties thought the equipment was theirs.
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Learning new ways to teach; St. Regis enters new school year with big changes
The trophy cases at St. Regis school were cleaned out, and new lighting was added, in addition to new carpeting and painted walls.
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Woman, 86, escapes accident without injury
A truck rolled on I-90 early Friday morning on August 19. The driver, an 86-year old woman, was heading east when she was temporarily blinded by the morning sun. She drifted into the median and, realizing this, over corrected her vehicle and flipped and rolled her vehicle.
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County property values increase over previous year
The Montana Department of Revenue completed its annual requirement to certify taxable values of property in each county across the state.
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Brush fire quickly doused at Alberton exit
A small fire broke out Monday morning near the Alberton highway ramp in the I-90 eastbound lane.
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Montana Post in Virginia City holds special secret
Virginia City, and its close neighbor, Nevada City, are former gold mining towns out of the old west.
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Deployed cushion, seatbelt save man and dog
A crash cushion and seatbelt saved the life of a man and his dog last Thursday morning. The red SUV was heading east near the on ramp by Alberton. When it hit the guard rail and flipped. It came to rest on its roof, and the single passenger, along with …
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St. Regis JV football moves from flag to tackle on gridiron
St. Regis held a sports meeting on August 8 for volleyball and football. Practice started last week and will be Monday through Saturday at 7 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. until the 20th. After that, there will be just evening practice. Once school starts, it will be …
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Clark Fork Mountain Cats clawing for upcoming season
Last week it was boots and chaps, and cowboys hats as Mineral County residents attended the fair. This week it is cleats, tennis shoes, pads and helmets. As high school athletes take to the field and court to start football and volleyball practice.
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Locomotive catches fire near Alberton
A Montana Rail Link diesel locomotive caught fire near Alberton on Tuesday, August 9. The fire was reported at 5:30 p.m. and several local emergency personnel responded. The train was located near the end of Plateau Road, just west of town. It was heading east when the fire broke out …
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Strike ends, 'Everybody is relieved'
The Mineral County sheriff’s department finally came to an agreement with the county commissioners last Friday. Putting to rest summer-long negotiations over pay and vacation hours.
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Hundreds participate in ATV Poker Ride
230 ATV enthusiasts gathered at the O-Aces Restaurant in Deborgia on July 30 to participate in the 2016 Annual Poker Ride hosted by the West End ATV Club.
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Darby Haskins wins Round Robin Showmanship Award
Darby Haskins wins Round Robin Showmanship Award
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Pigs dominate 4–H livestock competition
Sixteen pigs, three steers, four sheep, five horses, goats, rabbits and chickens, were the featured guests at one of the most popular venues at the Mineral County Fair.
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Boots and chaps, and cowboy hats
Junior barrel racer, Taylor Jenks from Boulder, takes a turn at the rodeo in Superior on Saturday night.
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Gloria Hermes named featured quilter of show
Cabin Fever Quilt Guild member, Sharon Patterson, points out the Best of Show and Viewer’s Choice award quilt created by Susan Favro.
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4-H auction brings in over $24,000
Madison Hill poses with Mineral County 4-H/FFA Livestock Sale bidder, Darin Haskins of Haskins Excavating. Where proceeds were going was clearly marked on the steer reading, “College Fund”.
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From dawn to dusk, county fair is loads of fun
A giant red cabbage grown by Julie Gatewood won “Best of Show” at the county fair in Superior.
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A piece of my heart
:Things got wackey at the parade in Superior, as one resident advocated for “Charlie as President”. Forget about Hillary and Trump!
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Mine cleanup project planned: DEQ, EPA in joint venture to tackle Flat Creek-Iron Mountain Mine
A public meeting was held on August 2 by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, the Forest Service and the Environmental Protection Agency, regarding Flat Creek-Iron Mountain Mine Removal Action.
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Great burn area off limits to snowmobiles
The Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest still plans to close the Great Burn area to snowmobiling according to the most recent Draft Record of Decision for travel management. The latest decision was published on July 5, 2016 in the Lewiston Tribune.
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F-15s fly over area in honor of war hero
Quiet summer skies were interrupted on Monday, July 11 when two low flying F-15’s flew overhead at 2 p.m.
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Fun on the track
The Alberton Feed Store had a wagon in the Railroad Day parade. Free wagon rides were provided to people throughout the day.
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Sheriff's Report
July 8, Vehicle Theft, 402 ½ Pine
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Pokémon Go hits streets of Mineral County
Pokémon Go has taken the country by storm, and Mineral County is no exception. Locals can be seen wandering around the area as they attempt to capture various viral Pokémon characters, which may be found in and around buildings and streets.
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Officials focus budget priorities line-by-line
Department heads and commissioners spent two grueling days dissecting the books as they worked to cut the fat on an already lean county budget.
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July 4 spectacular in St. Regis
Colorful, patriotic floats decorated the streets of St. Regis during the town’s annual Fourth of July parade. (Photo courtesy of Carol Lynn Grunhuvd Wilson)
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Blueberries take spill on I90
Two men escaped injury after a semi-truck carrying blueberries overturned in the median on I-90 on July 2.
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Money problems lead to job cuts
After weeks of contract discussions with no discernible progress between county officials and employees, Mineral County Commissioners voted last week to reduce positions in certain departments, in an effort save money.
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Power surge causes three fires under power poles
Four small fires were reported over the past week, according to Josh Stroot with the Forest Service.
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Redd Bull Rhapsody
There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to wildlife — it’s not just what animals or plants we see, but what we don’t see. Especially when you get to see it up close and personal, as a recent tour of a forest service project over the weekend that …
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Community assessment spotlights problems, possible solutions
The 2016 Community Assessment report for Mineral County is now available for public viewing to be used by residents and officials alike. The information will be used for Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response (CASPER). It will provide household-level information and helps to assess the effect if a disaster …
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New playground, new adventure await Alberton students this fall
New playground equipment was installed at Alberton School last weekend, thanks to the efforts of Jenn Zimmerman and Lisa Thiele.
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Reporters Notebook: Historic tour of Cedar Creek a real Montana treat
One of the items on my bucket list is to hike into as many of the lakes in Mineral County as possible. It’s something I’ve always wanted to do, but wasn’t sure where they were located, or how hard it would be to hike into them. When the Mineral Community …
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Suspect apprehended near Superior with stolen car
Jonathon Gordon Johnson was arrested on June 11, for being in possession of a stolen vehicle, driving with a suspended driver’s license, which was his ninth offense, and obstruction of a peace officer.
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Gianforte talks new industry in Mineral County stop
Gubernatorial candidate, Greg Gianforte, attended a luncheon in St. Regis last week and discussed the need for jobs in Mineral County.
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Woman fires rounds during altercation with teen
A woman was charged with assault with a weapon last week after discharging rounds during an altercation with a teenage family member.
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Salary freeze recommended for Mineral County officials as mediation continues
Mineral County officials are in talks to lock down firm dates for mediation in the ongoing salary dispute between the county government and its workers.
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Summer starts with big fish tales
Alberton School summer camp instructor, Josh Reese, rescued a stringer of fish from the middle of Frenchtown Pond when an osprey snatched it from the shore while trying to get a free meal.
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Relay for Life
At 5 p.m. on Friday, June 24 at the Superior High School track, some of Mineral County’s most loved citizens were in the limelight. This was when the 2016 Mineral County Relay for Life commenced with a celebratory reception for Mineral County cancer survivors.
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Sheriff Academy: New experiences at Law Enforcement Camp
15, fifth grade students attended Law Enforcement camp last week at the historic Savenac tree nursery near Haugen last week.
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Hospital spearheads active living programs
Walking, running, dancing, anything that gets a person moving, is a good thing. Whether it’s moderate or vigorous exercise, people need to stay active in order to stay healthy. The Mineral Community Hospital Wellness Committee has set up programs to help area residents become a little healthier. They’ve set up …
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Commissioners address new business impacts
The Mineral County Commissioners approved a contract for Durango’s restaurant in Superior to continue to feed inmates. Restaurant owner, Jolie Skelton, said they have had the contract for the past nine years.
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Summer starts with big fish tales
Monday was the summer solstice which marks the first day of summer and it is the longest day of the year. It only seems fitting that it was also the day that Hayden Bean got the longest fish he’s ever caught.
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251 racers test themselves on Trail Rain run
64 year-old, Rich Desimone, comes across the finish line after running in the 50K at the Trail Rail Run in St. Regis on Saturday.
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Redd Bull project area needs public comment
The Forest Service is hosting a field trip to the Redd Bull project area on Tuesday, June 28. The project area is located south and west of St. Regis in the Dry, Little Joe, Twomile and Ward Creek areas. The purpose of the trip is to share information and discuss …
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Possible reductions in county work force
On Friday, June 17, Mineral County Commissioners passed a motion to have a reduction in the county work force in order to help balance the county budget.
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Car show shines in Superior
“Best of Show goes to, Dennis Black,” announced Mike Curtain at the 17
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Madison Hill of St. Regis earns top honors at state
Superior graduate Aaron Kelly (72) played for the Red Team in the 33rd Annual Bob Cleverley All-Star Classic football game in Butte on June 4. The Red Team won against the Blue Team, 38 to 16. (Photo courtesy of Aaron Kelly)
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'Tis the season for graduation
Six seniors graduated from St. Regis High School on June 1. This small class included Salutatorian Steven Lowry and Valedictorian Shelby Melin, who were joined by Cody Blank, Elias King, Jeanna Bailey and Pilar Field.
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Tears, turmoil as Mineral County employees strike
Mineral County sheriff department employees went on strike on Memorial Day after negotiatons broke down in May. Workers have been without a contract since July, 2015
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Mike Curtin runs against Commissioner Zylawy in Tuesday election
Mike Curtin runs against Commissioner Zylawy in Tuesday election
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County official disputes claims regarding strike
Mineral County employees went on strike on Memorial Day. They have been unable to reach an agreement regarding salary with county commissioners. (Photo by Kathleen Woodford)
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Prominent Montana authors visit local library with rough and tumble tales
The Mineral County Public Library in Superior held a “Meet and Greet” with two Montana authors on Friday. They were Russell Rowland, a Billings author who just released the book “Fifty-Six Counties: A Montana Journey,” along with Superior author, Mike Lapinski, who released “Damaged Goods.”
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Huge crowds travel far for market
Thousands of people descended on the tiny town of St. Regis over Memorial weekend to attend the “Montana’s largest garage sale,” according to the event flyers. This was the 40th Annual Memorial Day Flea Market and cars and trucks from Montana, Washington, and Idaho lined the roads and packed local …
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Honors and awards celebrated at annual banquet
St. Regis Business Professional of America (BPA) and Future Farmers of America (FFA) held their annual member, parent and community banquet on May 20 in the St. Regis gym. There were 16 BPA members this year, and 42 FFA members.
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Graduating seniors review yearlong projects
Eight Alberton students graduated on Sunday, May 28 at 2 p.m.
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Alberton school to install new playground equipment
Two Alberton parents, Jenn Zimmerman and Lisa Thiele, started a large project last year, to raise $60,000 for new playground equipment for the school. Last week, the final $15,000 check for the project was delivered to the school. Washington Foundation representatives Jim Bieber and Brittney Gardner, met with the school’s …
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Community Notes
Mineral County Relay for Life is holding their annual “Lunch in the Lot” fundraiser on Wednesday, June 8 next to the Trail West Bank in Superior from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Enjoy hamburgers, taco salad, nachoes, cookies, pies, lemonade and ice tea. Call Peggy at 822-0922 for more information. …
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Massages and cheesecake brings school year to an end in St. Regis
Several staff members at St. Regis School received special treatment a couple of weeks ago as the result of a competition. The competition lasted all week, and teams of six to seven members were challenged to do good deeds for members of the other teams, explained the school principal, Joe …
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Four decades of teaching outdoor skills
For over four decades, sixth graders from area schools head to Savenac for Outdoor Education, and this year was no exception for students from Superior. They arrived at camp last Monday, for a week of fun and educational outdoor activities.
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Strike starts on Memorial Day
Mineral County Deputies, Dispatch and Detention employees went on Strike on Memorial Day, and have unanimously rejected the only offer from the County.
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The 'force' is strong at St. Regis family night
In a galaxy far, far, away a school held a family STEAM night.
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Veterans honored at Retired Senior and Volunteer Program event
The Superior Color Guard salutes veterans during a luncheon on Armed Forces Day. The luncheon was put on by the Retired Senior and Volunteer Program in Superior.
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Technology levy defeated
On May 18, residents in St. Regis voted down the request for a $49,000 dollar per year Technology Levy for the school. The levy was defeated 98 to 129 votes. The levy would have been used to purchase, rent, repair, and maintain technology equipment. Including computers, computer network access, cloud …
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Mineral Community Hospital hosts health fair
Patient services for Mineral Community Hospital, Monte Turner, draws names for prizes at a health fair held on Saturday in Superior. He was assisted by Superior students Sammi and Kyler, and Mitzi Francis.
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Community Notes
CAR SHOW SET TO HIT STREETS
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MCH's Team Grassy to the rescue
Mineral Community Hospital maybe able to fix broken bones, but when it comes to lawn mowers, that’s another matter. Their lawn mower came down with a bad case of ‘frozen front axle’ and because of it’s age, parts have been difficult to retrieve, according to MCH, Monte Turner.
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Busy summer ahead for area Forest Service crews
Forest Service agencies are gearing up for a busy summer with a number of projects in the works. Nate Kegel, and Carole Johnson with the Superior Ranger District met on separate occasions, with County Commissioners regarding the status of several projects in the Superior Ranger District. There was also a …
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New water system proposed for Alberton
The town of Alberton maybe getting a new water system if funding becomes available.
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St. Regis students honored at business conference
It was an event of firsts for Montana at the 2016 National Business Professionals of America Leadership Conference in Boston, Massachusetts. Over 5,500 students from 23 state association attended. The Montana’s delegation represented 58 secondary chapters and two post-secondary chapters with a total Montana Association representation of 369 registered members, …
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Residents donate 200 pounds of groceries for food bank
Last week Superior postal carriers did more than deliver mail, they also picked up food. It was the National Association of Letter Carriers Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.
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Residents petition to re-open CyrIron Mountain Road
Several concerned residents attended the Mineral County Commissioners meeting on Friday, May 13, regarding the closure of the CyrIron Mountain Road located east of Superior.
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Wyatt Zylawy second family member in the Congressional Record
In April, Wyatt Zylawy was recognized by Montana Senator Steve Daines for his outstanding achievements in his recent Coast Guard training. Through Daines “Montanan of the Week” initiatives, the Senator recognizes an individual in the official Congressional Record, the document that reflects the official proceedings of Congress.
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Homeowner hazard assessments could save homes in wildfires
Frenchtown Fire spokesman, Mel Holtz (center), talk with homeowner Paul Mason (left) and Forest Service training manager Chris Johnson about homeowner hazard assessments last week in the Ponderosa subdivision, east of Alberton.
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Art Mobile makes stop in Alberton
Art Mobile Teacher Shelby Johnson and Missoula artist Courtney Gleeson show students an illustration by Gleeson of the Donnor Party last Tuesday at Alberton School
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Mineral County Health & Safety Education Day a big success
Second-graders from Superior dress up to participate in the fun run held in Alberton on May 11.
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Bernie Sanders appeals to Native Americans, grassroots momentum at campaign rally
Alberton school third graders Suji Bay, Eleanor Nichols, and Georgia Fredette, along with Kavita Bay, waited in line for two hours to attend the rally. “It’s history in the making,” said Kavita
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Mineral County court report
Town Court of Superior
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RSVP to host Armed Forces Day celebration in Superior on May 21
There are over 800 veterans in Mineral County, and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) would like to honor them during Armed Forces Week on May 21.
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Clark Fork Mountain Cats hire a new volleyball coach
Clark Fork Mountain Cats new head volleyball coach, Toni Labbe.
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Clark Fork Mountain Cats hire a new head volleyball coach
Toni Labbe is the new head volleyball coach for the Clark Fork Mountain Cats.
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Big crowd attends Little League Ceremonies
Chris Ray is the vice president of Little League this year. He’s also coaching for one of the teams.
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Superior resident fights cancer with holistic approach
Kathie Barker cooks meals at the Superior Senior Center every Wednesday. She was diagnosed with inoperable cancer in January and decided to fight the disease with a holistic approach, and she hopes she’s winning. A fundraiser is being held to help with expenses on May 14 in Superior.
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'Take-Back Day' nets 25 pounds of prescription drugs
Whether accidental, or intentional abuse, opioids are a real health concern.
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Officials finalize plans for Growth Policy update
Mineral County officials are close to finalizing plans to update the Growth Policy by the beginning of next month.
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Open gravel pit draws residents' opposition at meeting
Follow-up
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Truck spills 44,000 pounds of chickpeas
Last Thursday a truck driver tried to miss a herd of elk and wrecked his truck, which overturned and spilled 44,000 pounds of garbanzo beans along Interstate 90. The early morning accident occurred west of St. Regis, near mile marker 26.
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Voters elect new board member
Voters in Tuesday’s election returned one St. Regis trustee and added a new member.
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Rain, cooler temperatures dampen sports last week
It was a quiet week for sports, as rain and cooler temperatures followed our young athletes around the region. Here are a few tennis, baseball and track scores:
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April 27 court report
Court was held in Mineral County on April 27 with Judge Karen Townsend presiding. During the session:
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Music students advance to State in Helena
Music Districts were held at Sentinel High School in Missoula on April 15. Several Mineral County students received awards from the event. Alberton music teacher, Mike Wolfe, said that the high school band received a superior rating of 1, for sight reading and an excellent rating of 2, for performance.
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Parents and staff meet new principal of St. Regis School
The new St. Regis School principal, Shaun Ball, visits with the current principal, Joe Steele (center), and parent, Mark Farris (right) at a reception held on Friday, April 22.
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The new game in town
Three-year-old Lottie DiGiando peers over a mat as part of a tumbling exercise for gymnastics at St. Regis School with instructor Amy Farris.
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New game in town
Dominic Mancini, 3, gives the practice beam a try at gymnastics in the St. Regis School gym.
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Community Notes May 4, 2016
Fundraiser
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Trax bar in Alberton is under new management
When Dave Hurliman moved to Alberton from Ninemile, he would frequent the bars in town. Little did he know that nine years later, he would own one of them.
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One million dollars on the table for Forest Service projects
Culvert installation along a haul route for the Firecracker Annie project in Mineral County. The road work was awarded to two local contractors using Forests In Focus grant funds
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Air ambulance charges can reach $100,000
Emergency response in rural areas raises the question: How much is a life worth?
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Busy bees sweeten local economy
In the spring, brightly colored boxes of bees begin to show up in fields along Interstate 90 in Mineral County.
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Becoming an Outdoors-Woman is great experience
Superior resident, Peggy Temple, has been fly fishing for at least 30 years and has guided both men and women on fishing float trips down the Clark Fork River for the past four years with her husband, Steve. They own the fishing guide service, “Clark Fork Trout”, and when Peggy …
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Puddle jumping at Seeley-Swan Invitational
Puddle jumping was the biggest event at Saturdays Seeley-Swan Invitational track meet at Missoula County Stadium at Big Sky High School in Missoula. Teams from across western Montana attended the event as rain pounded down on spectators and players most of the day.
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Superior sisters race for childhood hunger
April 11-17 marked the second annual statewide Fight Childhood Hunger Week in conjunction with Global Youth Service Day. An initiative of Governor and First Lady Bullock’s Youth Leadership Council to fight childhood hunger.
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SHERIFF'S REPORT April 16 - April 22
April 16 Traffic Stop, I90 eastbound, mile marker 47
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Mineral County Justice Court April 15-April 22, 2016
Guilty
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Pizza and air conditioners a part of Earth Day clean-up on Clark Fork River
Lots of cans, paper, and plastic is what students in Alberton found while picking up garbage in celebration of Earth Day last week.
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St. Regis School to adopt new teaching method
Personalized learning, mentorship, self- direction, goal setting, deeper learning, community,” these are just a few of the words used to describe the new Summit Basecamp learning program that the St. Regis school district will adopt for next year.
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Kindergarten Roundup lassoing new students
Kindergarten Roundup was held in Mineral County schools last week. This event gives local children who will be starting Kindergarten, and their parents, the opportunity to visit the school and meet their new teacher.
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Pinocchio entertains audiences in Superior
The Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) arrived in Superior last week and within five days presented local audiences with a stellar production of “Pinocchio”.
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Road construction, bridges, and railroad signs discussed at meeting
The Montana Department of Transportation met with county commissioners last week to discuss upcoming highway projects. Some are slated to begin this week on I90.
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Animals vaccinated at Ninemile Ranger Station
Once the horses and mules are vaccinated, they are released back into the pasture at the Nine Mile Ranger Station.
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Facebook post warns of man suspected of DirectTV Scam
Last week there was a post on Facebook warning neighbors to be on the lookout for a man who was posing as a Dish ad DirectTV employee. Reports indicate that he was going door-to-door in the neighborhoods of Alberton and Superior, telling people that he could give them a better …
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Electronic billboards may soon be allowed on I-90
Electronic billboards was a main topic of discussion at a Montana Transportation Commission hearing in Helena on Friday, April 1.
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Alberton drama club imparts cautionary tales in production of "Aesop's Updated Fables
Alberton drama student Nick Turnbull plays The Grapes in Aesop’s fable “The Fox and the Grapes,” with fellow thespians Bethany Shaske, Mackenzie Spence, and Montanna Baughman.
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Gas pries jump more than 6 percent in Montana
Mineral County residents have seen an increase in gas prices over the past few weeks with prices hovering around $1.98 per gallon. Nationally oil prices rose more than 6 percent according to a report released on April 8
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Resource coalition has projects in the works
The Mineral County Resource Coalition held their monthly meeting in early March to discuss various projects happening in the area. The coalition consists of department personnel from the U.S. Forest Service, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, the Montana Department of Fish Wildlife and Parks, and the MSU …
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Sixth-grade science Class awarded Chromebooks
St. Regis sixth-graders explore their new Chromebooks with their teacher, Mrs. Gingerich. Left to right: Carter Jasper, Taylor Hurd, Breezy and Sunny Shoupe, Karmen Alexander
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The kids will be all right: Two key administrators to retire in June
Principal and Athletic Director, Allan Labbe will be retiring at the end of this school year after 32 years with Superior High School. Labbe said that he “wants to be able to do some things before he’s too dang old to do them.”
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St. Regis audience goes wild for production of 'Fiddler on the Roof'
On March 17 St. Regis drama students put on the most ambitious play they’ve ever produced.
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Partnership Health Center opens new location
Partnership Health Center in Superior is now open in its new location at 405 Brooklyn Ave, just a few blocks from Mineral Community Hospital.
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Little Joe Road project back on the table again
Improvement on the North Fork of the Little Joe Road is one step closer to construction. Little Joe Road is located six miles west of St. Regis. Last Thursday Mineral County commissioners approved a federal land access proposal application to be submitted to the federal highways administration.
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FFA members bust out in March
A team consisting of Jasper, Drobny, Dufresne participated in the State Agricultural Mechanics contest, and the Hill sisters debated and voted on new FFA policies for next year in the delegate sessions. Members also got to show their stuff on the dance floor and attend a hypnotist show. There was …
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4-H Shooters take top honors at Bozeman Tournament
The Mineral County 4-H Shooting Sports Team took top honors at the Montana 4-H Shooting Sports Tournament in Bozeman on March 5. In the Prone competition, Howie Edison took first place out of 107 competitors in Individual overall with a score of 389, with teammate, Jonna Warnken at a close …
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Local students shine at state science fair
Superior team members Emma Duboise, Taryn Ververis, Marissa Koke, and Aaron Kelly, watch as a judge looks at their science project “Rampant Radon Remediation” at the State Science Fair held at the University of Montana in Missoula on March 21.
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Partnership Health Center relocating next month
Alex Chaloux
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2016 Superior Fair theme: 'Montana: Small Towns, Big Hearts!'
The Superior Fair will be held August 4, 5, 6 with a an annual rodeo and a parade that kicks off the 3-day event.
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Local student shine at state science fair
A sea of science panels washed over the floor at the Adams Center at the University of Montana as more than 600 students participated in the Montana State Science Fair in Missoula on March 21.
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Young and old enjoy annual Superior Easter egg hunt
A Superior boy holds up a prize egg he found as part of the town’s annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday
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The horses of Ninemile
Ninemile staff members, Marc Haskins and Laura Johnson Boudeaux, load 4,900 pounds of hay to feed 200 mules and horses daily.
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Mineral County students make all-state team
Congratulations to the Mineral County basketball team members who received recognition for an outstanding season:
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Little Guy Wrestling takes to the mats in Superior
The Unit 3 Valley Tournament was held on Saturday in Superior. Second- through eighth- grade teams from Bonner, Frenchtown, Thompson Falls, Superior, Missoula, and Plains/Hot Springs participated.
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St. Regis students rehearse "Fiddler on the Roof"
St. Regis drama students have been rehearsing “Fiddler on the Roof” for weeks, with the debut on March 17 and 18 at St. Regis school. Drama teacher, Derek Larson said this is the biggest production they have ever done
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St. Regis student rehearse "Fiddler on the Roof"
:St. Regis drama students have been rehearsing “Fiddler on the Roof” for weeks, with the debut on March 17 and 18 at St. Regis school. Drama teacher, Derek Larson said this is the biggest production they have ever done.
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Controversial ski pass expansion proposed
Lookout Ski Area officials have proposed to expand their operation with additional ski lifts, ski trails, and a bigger parking lot, which could be a source of concern among taxpayers.
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Kilian McCracken, from Superior, left, wrestles a Missoula Wrestling Club team member.
Superior wrestler Micah Acker, front, holds off opponent at the Unit 3 Valley Tournament in Superior on Saturday.
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Superior wrestler Gage Rausch, top, takes on an opponent from Bonner.
Kilian McCracken, from Superior, left, wrestles a Missoula Wrestling Club team member.
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Truck driver pleads no contest in death of St. Regis resident
Sergey Buslayev, a truck driver who was responsible for 2008 death of St. Regis resident Jerry Parrick pleaded no contest to the charges of criminal endangerment on Jan. 27 in Mineral County District Court. Buslayev was sentenced to time served.
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Oscar win based on real Montana man
Leonardo DiCaprio won an Oscar for Best Actor in the movie “The Revenant” at Academy Awards held on Feb. 28. “The Revenant” was based on the real life of Montana mountain man Hugh Glass.
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