Thompson Falls News

The Legislative Committee on Fire Suppression came to Thompson Falls last week. I like the idea of the Legislature coming to the people, rather than the other way around.

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A legislative committee will meet June 19 in Thompson Falls and June 20 in Libby to discuss issues surrounding the state's wildfire suppression efforts.

Child Development specialist Marcia Jo Tharp, center, teaches Ariana Breedon, 4, how to wash her hands properly while Ariana's stepmother, Meagan Breeden, 22, looks on in the kitchen Thursday at Family Concepts ...

A state judge has ruled that a $27 million privately-run jail in Hardin can accept federal or out-of-state prisoners.

The Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks and U.S. Fish and Wildlife service reported a wolf killing near the Lower Thompson Falls River May 27.

Jason Hermes has joined Forest Pharmaceuticals Inc. as a sales representative. Hermes holds a bachelor's degree in health and human performance/applied health science from the University of Montana.

The 75-year-old Army veteran led the procession of four volunteers, each with a bundle of miniature American flags in their arms, around the wet Thompson Falls VFW Cemetery with a sense of purpose as they ...

The state Democratic Party is concerned that a former Republican Party operative is trying to manipulate a Democratic legislative primary in western Montana.

The speeches have been given, the columns have been written and June 3 voters will have to make a decision on the issues and stand behind a candidate.

State AA Scores Billings West 2, Butte 0 Billings Senior 3, Helena 2 State A Scores Frenchtown 7, Belgrade 4 Frenchtown 2, Corvallis 0 State B/C Scores Columbus 5, Thompson Falls 0 Loyola 11, Glasgow 1 Rainy ...

Western Montana rivers and streams continued to run high because of weekend snowmelt, but so far, only minor flooding has been reported along a handful of waterways. via KRTV

“Your Board has expressed its concerns about the viability of the (HGS) project to SME and our desire to have SME look for alternative power sources. Despite our concerns, SME remains committed to the HGS.”

Whether kicked out or opting out, Yellowstone Valley Electric Cooperative members likely will benefit by severing their association with the proposed Highwood Generating Station, a 250-megawatt coal-fired power ... via The Billings Outpost

“I've gotten bills passed that were real important for kids, protecting kids from physical and sexual abuse.”

He said he hopes to focus on issues relating to public land access, small business growth, affordable health care, youth and children, energy efficiency, fish and wildlife, and protecting rights guaranteed ... via The Clark Fork Chronicle

Notice to Creditors TOWN OF SUPERIOR PUBLIC HEARING EWONIUK MINOR, APRIL 14, 2008, 7:30 P.M. MINERAL COUNTY PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING APRIL 21, 2008 THOMPSON FALLS TV BOARD / St. via The Clark Fork Chronicle

Lewis A. Savik, 97, of Great Falls, a former Bynum and Vaughn-area rancher and cattleman, died of natural causes Saturday at a Great Falls care facility. via Great Falls Tribune

Glen Keith got his wings and left us for a better fishing hole Sunday, March 2, at the age of 56. via The Clark Fork Chronicle

Testimony in the trial of a Sanders County man who's accused of holding a young woman captive for years and sexually abusing her is set to continue on Wednesday. via KRTV

After a short winter break, construction resumes Monday on U.S. Highway 2 through Havre. via Great Falls Tribune

ST. IGNATIUS - Former Great Falls resident Florence "Flossie" Gennille Berg, 77, of St Ignatius, died of pulmonary lung fibrosis Saturday at a Missoula hospital. via Great Falls Tribune