Mineral Independent
Mineral Independent
ARTICLES BY MONTE TURNER
Mineral County search and rescue team marks one year
Mineral County has observed firsthand in recent years that there is a significant need for search and rescue, as these teams save lives by finding people during the “golden hours.” The faster a distressed person is found, the greater their chance of survival.
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Vintage sleds on display at Haugan's Winterfest
Last Saturday, Haugan looked as though snowmobiles were the only mode of transportation as Winterfest rolled into town.
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Pork from feral pigs distributed to Montana food banks
A coordinated response by state officials, federal wildlife specialists, and a Montana-based nonprofit has brought an end to concerns over more than 100 pigs that had been roaming uncontained in Phillips County.
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Mineral Community Hospital hires full-time dietician
Mineral Community Hospital in Superior is a critical access hospital with a mission to improve the health care and quality of life of its community.
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Cabin getaway pops up on Clark Fork River
Motorists cruising along I-90 near mile marker 45 may have done a double take over the past months.
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Mineral County search and rescue team marks one year
Mineral County has observed firsthand in recent years that there is a significant need for search and rescue, as these teams save lives by finding people during the “golden hours.” The faster a distressed person is found, the greater their chance of survival.
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PHOTO: New Mineral County food bank building arrives
The first of two modular units built in Rathdrum, Idaho arrived and was set on the foundation of the new Community Food Bank of Mineral County last Monday. The facility continues to operate out of the Masonic Lodge on River Street until the building is completed and stocked to help …
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Changes planned for Durango’s Restaurant
When westbound motorists leave I-90 at Exit 47 into Superior, they are almost greeted by Durango’s Restaurant parking lot. It sits directly across from the stop sign, a familiar and convenient landmark for travelers and locals alike.
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Yak ranch takes root in St. Regis
Tibetan yaks are heavily built animals with bulky frames, sturdy legs, rounded cloven hooves, and extremely dense, long fur that often hangs below the belly.
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Acoustic Eidolon offers eclectic musical journey
The Mineral County Performing Arts Council was formed in 2007 and quickly generated public enthusiasm by sponsoring a series of informal concerts.
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River Edge Pavilion earns top architecture award
The Montana chapter of the American Institute of Architects is involved in numerous community outreach programs and initiatives that allow architects to give back while promoting the value of architecture to the public.
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Santa day brings joy and fun to Lookout ski slopes
This year’s Santa Ski Day at Lookout Pass was filled with laughter from participants and applause from fellow skiers.
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PHOTOS: Season of Light display across Mineral County
Snow would have made The Season of Light Christmas Tree Display more festive, but it still attracted six entries on its inaugural year. Trees were decorated by the Superior Volunteer Fire Department, TrailWest Bank, Ken Quitt, Order of the Eastern Star, Tammy Wieweck and the United Methodist Church who hosted …
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A Christmas dinner for everyone
Despite uncooperative weather, the spirit inside the Superior Elementary gymnasium was warm, welcoming, and full of generosity Tuesday evening as community members gathered for a special holiday event that brought people of all ages together around the same table.
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