by John Dowd Montana Matters Youth Outdoor experience and Montana Conservation Elders are at it again, with another free youth event. According to event organizers, this may be the biggest […]
Local chef competes on ‘Top Chef’
by Sarah Glass Few restaurants in the United States earn a Michelin Star rating. It is a distinguishing feature of outstanding culinary achievement. Chef and owner of the Ember and […]
Longstanding septic dispute finally lands in court
by Michael Howell The longstanding dispute, now into its third year, between the Ravalli County Board of Health and Harris Himes concerning septic issues on property owned by his company, […]
Update on S&W mill Superfund site
by Michael Howell The old S&W Sawmill facility in Darby became a State Superfund Site in July 1991 under the Montana Comprehensive Environmental Cleanup and Responsibility Act (CECRA), but investigations […]
School board trustee candidates
Three Schools in Ravalli County will hold school board trustee elections, and ballots were sent out on April 17. Election day is May 5. Hamilton, Florence-Carlton and Victor each have […]
Hamilton softball stymies Stevensville
The Stevensville softball team hosted Hamilton on Thursday, April 16, in an all-Bitterroot Valley matchup. Hamilton led 8-1 heading into the top of the fifth inning, where the Broncs erupted […]
Florence’s Fisher flourishes
The Florence softball team played two doubleheaders last week, and Florence senior Jaden Fisher had a weekend to remember. At the plate, Fisher went 10 for 16, hit five home […]
Bitterroot track teams in Missoula
The track and field teams from Corvallis, Darby, Florence, Hamilton, and Stevensville competed in the MCPS Track Meet in Missoula on Friday, April 17. Sixteen teams competed at the meet, […]
Hamilton’s Tadvick grand slams Frenchtown
Hamilton’s Boedy Tadvick came to the plate in the bottom of the seventh inning on Friday, April 17, in Hamilton. The bases were loaded, there was one out, and Hamilton […]
Corvallis and Stevensville tennis
The Stevensville and Corvallis tennis teams played at the Hamilton High School courts on Tuesday, April 14. In the girls matches, Corvallis defeated Stevensville 6-2. In the boys matches, Corvallis […]
Darby and Florence 2026 Jefferson Invite results
The golf teams from Darby and Florence competed in the 2026 Jefferson Invite on Monday, April 13, at the Green Meadow Country Club in Helena. Florence’s Kipley Solari shot an […]
Help wanted – Extension Agent
Extension Agent – Agriculture, Natural Resources and Horticulture in Richland County, Sidney, MT. Full time. Exciting job with lots of autonomy! Will develop, implement and evaluate Extension programming in Agriculture, […]
Help wanted – 406 Saloon, Big Cat Cafe
406 Saloon – Big Cat Cafe, leadership driven dependable pro for a high energy kitchen, 30K, 40K, or 60K plus based on experience and availability. Darby, MT, (406) 360-4877.
Sale – household everything and more
7879 Cassidy Trail, Lolo(½ mile off Hwy 12). 4/23 – 10 to 5 (prices firm), 4/24 – 10 to 4, 4/25 – 10 to 3 (½ price or offer). Like […]
For sale – wheelchair items, Hoyer lift
Hoyer lift with sling, 450lb. capacity: $175. Drive wheelchair: $50. Drive transfer chair: $25. Ultralight wheelchair, made in Canada, weighs 25lbs., removable wheels, will fit in the trunk of a […]
Voting system exhibition, ballot diagram
BRID – request for bids – 2008 Chevy
The Bitter Root Irrigation District (BRID) is accepting sealed bids for a used 2008 Chevy 1⁄2 ton regular cab long bed with 130,235 miles. The truck is located at 1182 […]
BRID – request for bids – 2013 Chevy
The Bitter Root Irrigation District (BRID) is accepting sealed bids for a used 2013 Chevy 1⁄2 ton regular cab short box with 187,660 miles. The truck is located at 1182 […]
Hearing on name change – Smith
Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Christine Marie Smith: Christine Marie Smith, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-41-2026-0000162-NC Dept. No.: 1- Howard F. […]
RFQ – contractors of HVAC
Request for Qualifications District XI Human Resource Council is extending a Request for Qualifications for contractors of HVAC, solid fuel space heat, plumbing, insulation, electrical and roofing. A Bidder’s Conference […]