Mineral Independent
Mineral Independent
ARTICLES BY MONTE TURNER
Christmas dinner for everyone Planned in Superior
What began as a simple idea in early November has grown into another heartfelt community effort in Mineral County.
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PHOTOS: Santa visits DeBorgia School
Santa thanked the West End Volunteer Fire Department for the ride to the DeBorgia School as the rain canceled his reindeer flight.
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PHOTO: Semi wrecks on I-90
Warm weather near Saltese made a sloppy, slushy mess on I-90 with ice on bridges causing this semi to almost drive into the St. Regis River Sunday. (Photo provided)
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Donally Ranch provides a partnership for hunting access
On the 1,180-acre Donally Ranch Block Management Area #14, hunters this season found more than game-rich habitat. They found a landowner committed to safety, stewardship and the long-term future of public hunting access.
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Lookout Pass kicks off ski season with fresh snow
From a light drizzle to a mix of rain and snow, the weather on I-90 can shift by the minute. Then, almost magically, during the last 2 miles before the Montana-Idaho border, this time of year, it transforms into giant, drifting snowflakes.
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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 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 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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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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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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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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