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Corvallis school addressing cafeteria issue
by John Dowd The Corvallis School District has been working around a catastrophe for over three years as best they can. According to Pete Joseph, Corvallis School Superintendent, after three […]
Massive Eastside forest project on hold
by Michael Howell Bitterroot National Forest officials recently notified several organizations that it was putting the Eastside Forest and Habitat Improvement Project on hold while it completes re-assessments of the […]
New veterans clinic opens in Hamilton
by Victoria Howell There was a big turnout on Friday, March 14 for the grand opening of the new VA Clinic in Hamilton. The event featured a ribbon cutting with […]
Another successful Stevensville police department chili cook-off
by John Dowd Over 200 people showed up to the Stevensville Police Department’s third annual Chili Cook-Off, which Stevensville Police Chief John Boe considered a huge success. Boe said he […]
Elks award grant to Sula Rural Fire Department
by John Dowd Last week, the Bitterroot Valley Elks Lodge awarded the Sula Volunteer Fire Department a grant for $1,555. According to Denise Hiatt, Bitterroot Valley Elks Lodge office manager, […]
Noted authors to speak at county museum
by Nathan Boddy Chapter One Book Store of Hamilton is encouraging area residents to make their way to the Ravalli County Museum on Monday, March 31 at 7 p.m., to […]
Rep. Marshall resigns, Republicans wrangle over replacement, Nelson appointed
by Nathan Boddy, Bitterroot Star, and Mara Silvers, Montana Free Press Ravalli County Republicans briefly engaged in a power struggle to fill the seat vacated by outgoing Representative Ron Marshall, […]
Funding freeze affects local ag projects
by Nathan Boddy Max Smith at Winter Kissed Farm in Stevensville can easily point to a source of federal funding that has made a positive difference in his business. “It’s […]
Stevensville distillery closing its doors
by John Dowd Montana Distillery owners Mark Hlebichuk and Sharie McDonald are sad to announce that their business of over 10 years will be closing its doors. The current owners […]
Montana Matters Youth Outdoor Experience art contest
by John Dowd In addition to their upcoming banquet, the organizers of First Hunt Foundation, Montana Conservation Elders and Montana Matters Youth Outdoor Experience are always looking to get youth […]
Darby School District loves to read, thanks police chief
by John Dowd Last Tuesday, the Darby School District gave their students awards for participating in the “I Love to Read” program. It also gave the district an opportunity to […]
Locals organize in support of federal workers
by Nathan Boddy Russ Lawrence has been an employer, and says that he would never have treated his workers with the, “insulting and humiliating tone” that was recently exemplified by […]
NIH scientists confirm Lyme Disease tick in Montana
The type of tick most commonly known to carry the bacterium that causes Lyme disease has been identified in eastern Montana, according to new National Institutes of Health (NIH) research. […]
Eighth graders dominate county spelling bee
by John Dowd According to organizers, it is estimated that around 11 million students ranging from grades four through eight will take part in the 2025 National Spelling Bee. Ravalli […]
Florence dog wins big at Westminster show
Over 2,500 champion dogs representing all 50 states and around the world competed at the 149th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show presented by Purina Pro Plan on February 10 […]
Special recycling event March 8 in Hamilton
Ravalli County Recycling, in conjunction with Recycling Works MT, will be hosting their Spring Event on Saturday, March 8, at the north end of Ravalli County Fair Grounds. From 10 […]
Elk calves in Bitterroot die after eating toxic plant
At least five elk calves were killed in mid-January in the Florence area of the Bitterroot Valley due to ingestion of toxic ornamental plants. The calves were found by homeowners […]
Fly Fishing Film Festival coming to Victor
The 2025 International Fly Fishing Film Festival is coming to Victor on Friday, March 14, featuring 7 short and feature-length films. The Victor screening of IF4 will be at the […]
Cancer patient needs your help
Shortly before Christmas, Lisa Wallace of Darby was diagnosed with a rare anal cancer. For those of you that know Lisa and her husband Bryan, giving back to their community […]
Corvallis coach finalist for national award
by Scott Sacry Corvallis’s assistant track and field coach Garrett Middleton, shown here (on the far right) at divisionals last year with his throwers, was selected as a finalist for […]
DOGE cuts impact local workers
by Nathan Boddy Several dozen people squeezed themselves into a local Hamilton establishment last Wednesday afternoon, the unofficial gathering having formed in response to the wide-spread layoffs by the Trump […]
Stevi school superintendent interviews scheduled
On Wednesday, February 26, candidates for the position of Stevensville School Superintendent will meet at 1 p.m. in the District Office. District staff will escort the candidates on a tour […]
Darby Study Commission to hold public hearing
by John Dowd Last year residents of the Town of Darby voted to hold a government review. A temporary study commission was established. Now, that commission is at work and […]
Stevensville police to host annual chili cook-off
by John Dowd The Stevensville Police Department will be bringing back their chili cook-off for the third annual event, and according to Stevensville Police Chief John Boe, “it’s gonna be […]
Montana Horse Sanctuary hopes to help horse owners
by John Dowd After the success of last year’s course, Jane Heath and Leslie Nalls with Montana Horse Sanctuary are bringing their horse ownership basics class back again, with big […]
