Chisholm Chill race in memory of Billy Chenard

The first annual Chisholm Chill 3K Trail Race, in memory of Billy Chenard, will take place this Saturday at Black Mountain.

Cougar boys' basketball preview

DIXFIELD -- There will be some differences when the Dirigo boys varsity basketball team hits the hardwood because of the turnover of personnel. However, everyone can expect to see the same type of hard work and high intensity level.

The Cougars' new look will be quite evident with three lettermen returning from the 2012 team that won over 20 games and beat Lee Academy in the Class C State Championship game. This will require an adjustment by all those involved to rekindle the success.

Sports Desk

RSU 10 should be commended for finally addressing the issue of school-activity related concussions. There has been an increase in incidents during recent years, especially nationally with the NFL leading the charge.

The problem has filtered throughout each state and school system. It's quite evident that football is a contact sport, however, soccer can be equally as dangerous when players are battling for loose balls.

But head injuries can also occur in physical education class or recess activity.

River Valley Outdoors

Bagging that big buck doesn’t have to end with the closing of the firearms season – hunters can continue to pursue whitetails with muzzle loading rifles.

The last week of muzzle loading deer season, in full swing this week, runs from December 3 through December 8 in Wildlife Management Districts 12, 13, 15–18, 20–26, and 29.

Muzzle loading rifles are loaded, as the name implies, by pouring black powder down the barrel and shoving a projectile into the muzzle. A ramrod pushes the bullet down the barrel, seating it firmly on the charge of gunpowder.