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Ravalli County deputy receives special award
by Kristin Kruse Ravalli County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Cassi Kopsa was presented with First Response Photography’s Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award on Monday, November 17. The award was […]
Hamilton Christmas Stroll and Tree Lighting set
The Hamilton Downtown Association (HDA) and Hamilton Downtown Foundation (HDF) are once again hosting the Christmas Stroll and Community Tree Lighting on Small Business Saturday, November 29, celebrating a full […]
Partners on the Plate – connecting farmers with chefs
On Tuesday, November 18, Partners on the Plate, a networking/relationship creation event focused on promoting, marketing and connecting rural producers to wholesale buyers including restaurants, institutions, and tourism businesses in […]
Corvallis powerlifting teacher wins world championship
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor Corvallis third grade teacher Holly Snyder spent Saturday, November 22 traveling halfway across the globe. She started her trip in Wolverhampton, England and landed in […]
Pristine waters of the West Fork
Baseline water quality established near potential rare earth mine site by Michael Howell The Bitterroot River Protection Association (BRPA) has released the results of a base-line study of the water […]
Stevensville airport fuel tank dispute leads to lawsuit
by John Dowd, Star Editor Since early this year, the Town of Stevensville and the Stevensville Airport have been embroiled in litigation and legal concerns regarding the fuel tank at […]
Victor museum ready for annual fundraiser
by John Dowd, Star Editor The Victor Heritage Museum is gearing up for its upcoming Chocolate Tasting Party and Silent Auction event. To speak about the event, board members and […]
Hamilton Lion James ‘Jim’ Whitlock honored
by John Dowd, Editor On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Hamilton Lions Club met in front of Hamilton City Hall to commemorate a community bench in honor of long-time Lions Club […]
Inaugural Veteran’s Day Dinner sells out
by Kay Gibbons for the Bitterroot Star It all started with a novel idea proposed by Harris Himes at a gathering of all of the valley’s American Legion posts. “We […]
Ski film set for screening at Eagles Lodge
Proceeds to benefit Bitterroot valley conservation efforts Community members are invited to attend a special screening of Matchstick Productions’ adrenaline pumping 2025 documentary film “After the Snowfall” and connect over […]
Darby’s Townsend is ‘the real McCoy’
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor In 1982, Ennis defeated Wibaux 38-28 to claim the first 8-Man Football State Championship. In the 43 years since, there have been some memorable individual […]
Hamilton Women’s Golf Association donates to valley schools
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor The Hamilton Women’s Golf Association (HWGA) continues to make a positive difference in the Bitterroot Valley golf community. The HWGA raised a record amount of […]
Bitterroot municipal election results
by John Dowd, Editor Ravalli County municipal elections were held last week. There were a total of 5303 registered voters in Stevensville, Hamilton and Darby. 1,852 votes were cast, with […]
Tony Hudson – Republican on a mission
by Victoria Howell Ravalli County is a solidly Republican county in a solidly Republican state. But, there appears to be a growing rift in the Montana Republican Party, and at […]
Eco-restoration at MPG Ranch: a growing success story
by Michael Howell The MPG Ranch located along the Sapphire Mountain range at the north end of the Bitterroot valley is not your ordinary Montana ranch. It is actually a […]
Daly Mansion takes over Festival of Trees
by John Dowd, Editor The Daly Mansion, and the Bitterroot Health Foundation, are excited to announce the transfer of a beloved community event. The Daly Mansion will take on the […]
125 years of caring: enduring legacy of Marcus and Margaret Daly
One hundred twenty-five years ago, Marcus Daly passed away at just 58, leaving a legacy that extended far beyond his success as a copper magnate. The Daily Intermountain called him […]
Hamilton bookstore adds yarn supplies
Since the closing of The Yarn Center, Hamilton crafters have relied on online retailers and trips to Missoula for fiber supplies. Now knitters and crocheters can see and touch a […]
Florence volley is divisional champ, on to state
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor The Florence Falcons are the 2025 Western B Divisional volleyball champions. Florence defeated Anaconda 3-1 in the championship match on Saturday, November 8, in St. […]
Local orchard aims to connect with school food programs
by John Dowd, Editor Last Thursday, Swanson’s Orchard in Corvallis hosted a Farm to School event meant to bring education administrators and school food workers closer to local produce. The […]
Hamilton holds annual Halloween decorating contest
by John Dowd, Editor According to Hamilton City Administration, this year’s Hamilton Halloween Homes decorating contest was another great success. Hamilton Mayor Dominic Farrenkopf and Hamilton City Deputy Clerk Cynthia […]
Funds being raised for Corvallis girl
The Bitterroot community is rallying behind a child with a rare genetic disorder that impacts her heart, speech, spine, and internal systems. Twelve-year-old Diane Paxson of Corvallis will be getting […]
Hamilton Players to present ‘I Never Saw Another Butterfly’
Hamilton Players concludes its 2025 season with “I Never Saw Another Butterfly,” a moving theatrical work based on the poetry and artwork created by Jewish children imprisoned in the Terezin […]
‘Applachian Christmas’ concert is next Bitterroot Performing Arts Council offering
For those with Christmas trees decorated in November, the Bitterroot Performing Arts Council is hosting the perfect concert. Three-time Grammy winner Mark O’Connor and his wife, Maggie, will be playing […]
Conservation easement protects historic Bolin Ranch, winter elk range
A fourth-generation family ranch is conserved in perpetuity through a conservation easement finalized in partnership with landowner Marlene Bolin and the Bitter Root Land Trust (BRLT). Located on Ambrose Creek […]