Mineral Independent
Mineral Independent
ARTICLES BY MONTE TURNER
Mineral County food bank distributes over 120 turkeys
The Community Food Bank of Mineral County had a different location and a new system for its annual turkey distribution this year.
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Local makers featured at Alberton craft show
Sallin Tippett, an Alberton High School student and co-owner of Fallin’s Candles & More, has been in business for three years.
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Mineral County Rec Club hosts annual Turkey Trot
The Mineral County Rec Club’s annual Turkey Trot registration, raffle winner announcements, and snacks were held in the parking lot across from where the new Community Food Bank of Mineral County building is under construction on west Mullan in Superior.
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Local Trooper receives Award of Valor
Two Montana Highway Patrol troopers were honored for extraordinary acts of bravery and service, earning the agency’s highest recognition during a ceremony presided over by Colonel Kurt Sager.
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Expansion underway at Mineral County Airport
Lt. Col. Robert E. Ruthford Airfield, Mineral County’s small but vital general aviation airport southeast of Superior, is preparing for another phase of growth as construction begins on a new three-bay hangar.
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Mineral County Library has too many books
Almost all libraries run short on space. It comes down to balance, meaning that for every book that comes in, one must go out.
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Superior shop class takes care of their school
When Superior School Shop Teacher Jeff Schultz sends out his annual call for project requests, he never quite knows what will come back.
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Chili Cook-Off supports West End Fire
The bays of the West End Volunteer Fire Department were transformed into a bustling community hall last Saturday as long tables, steaming chili pots and the aroma of grilled burgers welcomed residents from Superior to Saltese for the department’s 3rd annual Chili Cook-Off.
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PHOTO: Safe haven
This bunch of elk knows that they are driving hunters crazy as they stand on the road next to the St. Regis Community Park. And they also know that this is one of the safest places to be.
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St. Regis Veterans Day assemble a cherished tradition
The St. Regis School gymnasium was filled with emotion, pride and gratitude Tuesday morning as students, staff and community members gathered for the annual Veterans Day breakfast and assembly.
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PHOTO: Fish Creek meeting
Jennifer Thomsen facilitated the 2nd Fish Creek Collaborative Trail Planning Effort workshop in Missoula at the Region 2 FWP headquarters last week. Each collaborative member was instructed to write down their recommendations before the meeting which were fleshed out and discussed throughout the day. There will be additional public comment …
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Registration open for Mineral County Turkey Trot
The Mineral County Rec Club (MCRC) is once again bringing the community together for one of its most popular family traditions which is the annual Turkey Trot, now in its fourth year, set for Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 27, at 9:30 a.m. sharp.
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New mayor Andrew Hanson offers vision for Superior
Longtime Superior Mayor Roni Phillips decided not to run for reelection this year after a dozen years leading the town.
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PHOTO: Snack break
A group of Missoula hunters enjoy an apple pie that one of their wives made for them knowing they would need their nourishment attempting to fill the freezer. 2 had special mule deer permits for HD 202 that they hoped to fill in the afternoon hunt. “This break to strategize …
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