by Michael Howell The Ravalli County Collaborative Committee, established in 2017 by the Ravalli County Commissioners to promote the wise use of natural resources and foster collaboration among … [Read Full Article] about Ravalli County Collaborative opposes Sheep Creek Mine
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Kinder, gentler mayor this time around?
by Victoria Howell When Jim Crews, who previously served as Stevensville’s mayor from 2016 to 2018, filed to run for mayor of Stevensville last year, he said rumors immediately started […]
Bitterrooter Clothing – a value-added business
by Victoria Howell Thirty-something Katelynn Rennaker is the owner of Bitterrooter Clothing at 304 Main Street in downtown Stevensville. She’s passionate about her vintage clothing business and wants to spread […]
Remembering Dr. Bryon Caughey, scientist who always put people first
by Michael Howell Dr. Byron Winslow Caughey passed away at his home on February 15 at the age of 68. He was a devoted husband and father, a real family […]
Florence girls 2nd at districts, Darby girls qualify
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor The Florence and Darby boys and girls basketball teams competed in the District 6B combined boys and girls basketball tournaments in Anaconda from Thursday, January […]
Hamilton to host Western A divisionals
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor The 2026 Western A Divisional boys and girls basketball tournaments will be hosted by Hamilton on Thursday, March 5 to Saturday, March 7. The Western […]
Motor boat ban being considered for Mitchell Slough
by Michael Howell The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission is considering a proposal by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks to ban the use of motorized boats in portions of the […]
Local Board of Realtors sponsors county land regs series
by John Dowd In January the Bitterroot Valley Board of Realtors held a special “Snap-Shot of the Valley” event for members and the community. The event involved several presenters speaking […]
School board positions, some levies to be on ballot
by Victoria Howell School board elections will be held this spring. Trustee positions are open at all the valley school districts. Some districts are also running levies which will appear […]
State wrestling results – Stevi’s Miller wins state championship
by Scott Sacry, Sports Editor Stevensville junior Rowan Miller won the Class A state championship at the 132 weight class at the Montana all-class state wrestling tournament in Billings on […]
Ravalli Head Start – a foundation for the future
by Victoria Howell As a society, there is perhaps nothing more noble than looking out for the interests of our children. They are, after all, our future. The Head Start […]
4-H Teen Council – fostering leadership
by John Dowd 4-H (which stands for Head, Heart, Hands and Health) is an integral part of Bitterroot Valley life for thousands of people in the county. However, just how […]
Ribbon cutting held for new charter school
by John Dowd On Friday, February 13, representatives from Bitterroot Health, Stevensville School District, the University of Montana-Bitterroot College and Montana Digital Academy, as well as some students that will […]
Mining company to amend Sheep Creek plan
by Michael Howell Bitterroot National Forest officials received a draft Plan of Operation from US Critical Materials for exploratory mining on its Sheep Creek mining claims up the West Fork […]
New resolution passed by Stevensville council creates some drama
by John Dowd During last week’s Stevensville Town Council meeting, there was much conflict, confusion and disagreement between the public and the council. This all revolved around Resolution 540A, and […]
Florence Saint Bernard wins big at Westminster
Bodacious, a 4-year-old Saint Bernard from Florence, has earned the prestigious Best of Breed and Working Group Second award at the 150th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New […]