The local high school rugby team, the Bitterroot Warriors pulled off an upset over the weekend and defeated Simms for the state championship, 41-15. Zander Smith was the leading scorer […]
Commissioners causing real problems
Dear Editor, Many of you have probably been reading about the airport struggle. But more concerning than the airport issue is the conduct of the County Commissioners. Except for Greg […]
Support for medical marijuana
Dear Editor, I pick up the Star each Wednesday, never takes me long to read it, but it’s local, and it’s ours. On the back page of the May 5th […]
Thanks from Main Street
Dear Editor, The Stevensville Main Street Association Board of Directors would like to thank all of the wonderful people who donated to the “Pie in the Big Sky” Pie Auction […]
Florence edges out Darby for title
It came down to one race and one point for the last District 6B championship. Although Darby won the final race, the 4×400 relay, Florence came in second and that […]
Legislators understand perfectly
Dear Editor, This is in reply to a letter called, “Legislators don’t understand connections.” Not only does the Legislator understand the obvious downward spiral financially our country and state are […]
For the People, by the People!
Dear Editor, What happened to that message in regard to Ravalli County Commissioners? It seems that this is to be completely ignored. They were elected to serve, not rule. Suzy […]
The real work
Dear Editor, While Republicans dither and diddle over Obama’s birth certificate, President Obama does the real and serious business of our country like national security – killing Osama bin Laden. […]
Is this what you want?
Dear Editor, You have to hand it to Republicans. No mincing of values or fiddling about where they stand, what their priorities are, or their agenda. It’s in-your-face unabashed boldness. […]
Thoughts on the 62nd session
Dear Editor, Here are some thoughts from my view of serving in the legislature, and an end of session update. Every legislative session since statehood has closed with the same […]
Lame excuse for a president
Dear Editor, On April 18, 2011, Standard & Poor’s Ratings Service downgraded its outlook on the United States’ sovereign debt, expressing unprecedented doubts over the ability of Washington to bring […]
Megaloads will hurt local economy
Dear Editor, Missoula County’s small business owners have much to be thankful for with the Commissioners’ courageous and well-reasoned decision to join in a lawsuit to benefit our local economic […]
Attempts to infringe on our rights continue
by David A. Merrick, Corvallis – Now that the legislating period is nearly over it has become once again clear to me that all our local legislators tend to restrict […]
Valley News
School districts dealing with failed levies The $235,000 technology acquisition and depreciation levy on the ballot for the Hamilton High School District was defeated by a vote of 1,925 against […]
Record setting high water predicted at Victor
Agencies and residents prepare for possibility of flooding – By Michael Howell – Predicting exactly when and how high the Bitterroot River may crest in the spring is a notoriously […]
Food bank breaks ground
By Michael Howell – Close to fifty people turned out on a windy Saturday morning on May 14, 2011 to witness the groundbreaking ceremony for the new building that will […]
Up, up and away!
The weather was good enough on Monday, May 2 for the Lone Rock School sixth graders to launch their hot air balloons. Middle school teacher Pam Okland worked with the […]
Locals named to play in Shodair Soccer Classic
A summertime favorite, the Shodair Soccer Classic kicks off its twelfth season this summer in Helena. The event begins mid-week with activities for players, and culminates with the women’s and […]
Bitterroot Bucs
The Bitterroot Bucs had two double headers this weekend. On Saturday they split with the Dillon Cubs. The Bucs lost the first game, 9-5. Billy Hanna took the loss. Austin […]
Tennis Results
Anaconda 6, Stevensville 1 Singles – Emily Morani, A, def. Mersadiez Leese 6-1, 6-1; Ellie Krueger, A, def. Fran Farr 6-4, 6-3; Haley VanMeel, A, def. Jessica Vickrey 6-3, 6-3; […]