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 […]
Donacina ‘Donna’ Marie Gandara
Donacina “Donna” Marie Gonzalez Gandara passed away in her home on March 5, 2025 at the age of 108 peacefully after a brief illness. She was born on September 7, […]
Linda Arlene Abdich
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Arlene (Wortman) Abdich, 63, on March 7, 2025. Linda was a loving mother, grandmother, and dear friend to […]
James ‘Jim’ Clyde Swanz
April 8, 1935 – March 10, 2025 James “Jim” Clyde Swanz, 89, beloved husband, father, and “Papa” to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Monday, […]
Area athletes sign letters of intent
Athletes from Bitterroot Valley high schools have been busy signing letters of intent to play college sports next year. They will continue to sign as the year progresses, but, so […]
Stevi’s Wheeler signs with BMCC
Stevensville senior Joey Wheeler signed his letter of intent to play baseball for Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) in a ceremony at the Stevensville High School on Friday, March 14. […]
Florence girls end season at state
The Florence girls basketball team was in Missoula on March 13-15 for the Class B State Basketball tournament. The Lady Falcons played inspired basketball, but lost out in the loser’s […]
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 […]
Notice to Creditors – Bauer
MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MARGARET E. BAUER, Deceased. Case No.: DP-41-2025-26 Dept. No. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY […]
Call for Bids – Asphalt Seal Coat
INVITATION TO BID Asphalt Seal Coat The Ravalli County Board of Commissioners is soliciting Request for Proposals for 2025 ASPHALT SEAL COAT to be conducted throughout various County roads in […]
Call for Bids – Asphalt Paving Projects
INVITATION TO BID ASPHALT PAVING PROJECTS: NORTH COUNTY The Ravalli County Board of County Commissioners is now accepting proposals for the delivery of 2025 ASPHALT PAVING PROJECTS. Sealed proposals will […]
Richard ‘Rix’ J. Kordsmeier
Richard (Rix) J. Kordsmeier of Hamilton passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at the Bitterroot Health-Daly Hospital from a fatal car accident. He entered this world on April 27, 1962 […]
Daniel ‘Dolphin Danny’ Clyde Roy
Danny Roy of Victor went to join his parents Ivan Sr. and Ethel Louise, and his older brother Ivan Lee, to live with the Lord on Sunday, March 2, 2025. […]
Florence girls basketball team headed to state
by Scott Sacry The Florence girls basketball team plays in the Class B State tournament in Missoula on March 13-15. The Lady Falcons, the #2 seed from the West, play […]
Hamilton basketball teams end season at divisional
by Scott Sacry The Hamilton boys and girls basketball teams were the only Class A Bitterroot Valley teams to play in the Western A Divisional tournament in Whitefish on March […]