Friday, August 7th
Saturday, August 8th
3 pm-10 pm 9 am-10 pm
Main Street Kids Pa rade ● 6 pm
Street Party wit h Tighli ne ● 7 pm -10 pm Main Street Gran d Para de ● 11 am (line u p start s at 9 am at Stevi Hig h)
Lewis & Cl ark Park
Cow Sh*t Kate ● 7 pm -10 pm
Lewis & Cl ark Park 406 ● 7 pm-10 pm
Local Brewery Blacksmith Brewing Company & Wildwoo d Brewin
by GFWC Bitterroot Woman’s Club & Foundation
Since 1962, the GFWC Bitterroot Woman’s Club has promoted education through various service projects including their High School Senior Scholarship Project. This year’s educational scholarships were given in memory of Evon Stephani, Sherry Reisch and Arenette Beebe, all of whom were passionate about education and their community, supporting not only the GFWC Bitterroot Woman’s Club but through many other avenues. The scholarship project started at $40 as funds would allow. It now ofers one $1,000 award to each of the valley’s high schools and homeschools.
Bitterroot Valley graduates have the opportunity to compete each year, with
22 applicants this year. Applications are reviewed by all members of the Scholarship Committee, who look at an applicant’s volunteer activities and community services, participation in school activities, any job experiences and other scholarships received along with rank in the graduating class. This year’s 2026 Scholarship recipients are: Addison Drye-Stevensville, Kendra Athman-Hamilton, Nichole Bugli-Victor, Jadyn Dobberstein-Florence Carlton, Hasalyn Schairer-Corvallis and Hayden Pelkey-Darby. These scholarships are made possible through various club fundraisers and the generosity of business donations. GFWC Bitterroot Woman’s Club would like to thank Triple Creek Ranch, Joe’s Studio, Jerry Wessels Les Schwab, Montana Club,
Mildenberger Motors, Florence Cofee, Cofee Cup Café and Murdoch’s, whose rafe item donations helped make this year’s scholarships possible.
The GFWC Bitterroot Woman’s Club and the Bitterroot Woman’s Club Foundation congratulate this year’s scholarship winners along with all valley graduates. 2027 Scholarship applications will open in October and be posted on the club’s website: www.gfwcbitterrootwomansclub.com. For more information on the Bitterroot Woman’s Club Scholarship Project, contact Cathy McCormick at 406-961-8492. New club members are welcome. Club meetings will resume in September. Check online for details or contact Betty Kelly at 406396-2627.
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best parts of the festivals are at night when all the bands are out jamming after dark.”
Rather than pursuing expensive national acts, the Conroys focused on showcasing regional musicians and preserving traditional bluegrass.
“There’s so much local talent around here,” Mike said. “Our intent was to get all those local bluegrass bands involved in this.”
Over 17 years, more than 45 bands performed at Hardtimes, many returning year after year. Volunteers became as much a part of the festival as the performers themselves, helping park vehicles, work the gate and welcome visitors.
“We’ve got all these friends that show up to help us take tickets and park cars,” Mike said. “Friends and family.”
Like any long-running festival, Hardtimes faced its share of challenges. Finding vendors, advertising on a limited budget, unpredictable weather, wildfre concerns and the fnancial uncertainty of organizing a three-day festival all became part of the annual routine.
“We’re old and wore out,” Mike said. “It’s a tremendous amount of work... I’m just kind of tired of the
worry.”
As the fnal festival approaches, Tari has been refecting on those years in her own way. She has spent recent weeks sorting through thousands of photographs and assembling display boards that will hang throughout the festival grounds. Along with traditions such as homemade huckleberry jam for band contest winners and countless personal touches added over the years, the displays celebrate the friendships and memories that became the heart of Hardtimes.
The Conroys say those relationships, more than attendance numbers or fnances, are what they’ll remember most.
For Mike and Tari, it was never about building the biggest bluegrass festival in Montana. It was about creating a place where traditional music, community and friendship came together for one weekend each summer.
“Our dream was always that everybody would have really fond memories of this one,” Mike said. “When they’re in the rest home, we’d like to think they’d think back about it and really enjoy what we did.”
Looking back, Mike believes they’ve done exactly that.
the Sheep Creek mining claim covers an area roughly 11 times the surface area of Painted Rocks Reservoir.
She also emphasized the area’s economic reliance on clean water, saying recreation contributes about $80 million annually to the Bitterroot Valley economy, with fishing accounting for approximately $68 million. Agriculture, another major industry in the valley, also depends heavily on local water resources.
The flyover comes as the U.S. Forest Service reviews a revised exploration plan submitted by U.S. Critical Materials on June 12. According to the U.S. Forest Service, the agency first received a draft plan of operations from the company on Dec. 5, 2025. That proposal was later withdrawn and replaced with two revised plans, the most recent submitted in June.
“After taking that fight, I can see why there is so much community interest, because it’s so pristine up there.”
- James Brown, Montana State Auditor
In a public update released earlier this month, the U.S. Forest Service said the latest plan meets the minimum requirements under federal regulations. However, officials said additional information is still needed before environmental analysis can begin, and the level of review has not yet been determined. The agency is accepting public comments through the email address sheep.creek.comments@ usda.gov.
Ocañas said she believes the revised proposal still lacks important information. “It is already apparent they are missing some key pieces you’d expect to see in a quality plan,” she said.
Tony Hudson, a Bitterroot Valley rancher and president of Save the American West, also questioned the latest proposal. “It does not look like a really viable plan, more like an appeasement,” Hudson said. Hudson pointed to the company’s pro -
posal to reduce road construction by relying primarily on helicopters to access the site. According to Hudson, the plan would require multiple helipads and thousands of helicopter flights during each mining season. He said those logistics raise ques -
bringing regional experience from conservation efforts across Idaho, Montana and Wyoming west of the Continental Divide. “I bring the perspective of broader resources,” Ronald said, including “the strategy of how to organize a fly-in that is impactful.”
Ronald said organizers conducted a reconnaissance flight several weeks before the public event to determine how best to present the landscape to participants. During that trip, they considered landing by helicopter but found the terrain too steep.
The steep terrain has become a recurring point in discussions surrounding the proposed mine. Critics, including MPG Ranch ecologist Dr. Phillip Ramsey, have argued the site’s rugged topography could complicate mining operations and increase concerns about worker safety, contamination and future cleanup.
Ronald said the revised exploration plan leaves unanswered questions about helicopter operations. “There is a lack of clarity in the plan,” she said. “There are some deficiencies that have yet to be addressed.”
She said protecting the Bitterroot watershed should remain a priority. “We need to keep our pristine clear waters clean,” Ronald said. “There is so much here in the Bitterroot that depends on the river.” She added that the watershed should not be used “as a test tube for experiment,” and questioned whether the proposal serves the public interest. “Is this in the public’s best interest if it’s affecting public resources?” she said.
tions about the practicality of the proposal.
Lisa Ronald, Northern Rockies associate conservation director for American Rivers, said she helped the Bitterroot Water Partnership organize the flyover by
Among those who participated in the flyover was Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown. Brown said he approached the trip without taking a position on the project and wanted to better understand the landscape before discussing the issue publicly. “It was interesting to see how forested it is in that area,” Brown said.
“What a perspective to get it from the air,” he added. Brown said the flight helped explain why the proposal has generated strong local interest. “After taking that flight, I can see why there is so much community interest, because it’s so pristine up there,” he said.
He said the experience would help him ask more informed questions moving forward. “Access is going to be a huge consideration,” Brown said.
lighting, allowing visitors to experience the colors and detail without risking damage to other artists from natural light.
Construction will once again be led by Chris Weatherly, who spearheaded the recreation of the mission’s historic blacksmith shop in 2024. That building was reconstructed to match historic photographs of the original structure, and Weatherly is using the same philosophy for the museum addition.
“We want it to blend in and look like it’s been here a while,” Bradt said.
Designed to resemble an original late1800s building, the addition will expand the museum’s ability to display artifacts currently kept in storage because of limited exhibit space.
Among those items will be a growing collection highlighting the Salish people, whose history is closely intertwined with the mission’s story.
According to Bradt, the museum plans to display a large painted buffalo hide along with other Salish artifacts in the new gallery. According to attendees of the
gathering, many of whom were volunteers of the museum, the Salish are a pivotal piece of the history of the mission and of Montana. Also in attendance was Lyn Graves, an artist who was inspired by Salish culture to call upon native practices and beliefs. Her painting, called “Winter Count,” was based on the native practice of painting onto buffalo hide great circling illustrations. These depictions would tell the stories of the tribe and recount leg -
ends of past events. These hides were read and displayed during winter months to everyone gathered in lodges and tipis. The painting shows a tipi, lit from inside, as it might have looked like seeing those stories told. She donated her painting to the museum, and it will be displayed in the new wing.
Bradt said preserving the mission and expanding its exhibits is an investment in Montana’s history. “This is our gift to future generations,” she said. She also emphasized the importance of preserving one of Montana’s oldest historic sites.
“Stevensville is Montana history. It’s a very special place,” Bradt said. “It is important to preserve this icon of Stevensville.”
Bradt also recognized the volunteers who keep the museum operating. “It’s incredible that this place functions so well with one employee,” she said. “The rest are volunteers.”
The mission is still looking for a name for the new wing and visitors can fill out voting slips to choose the name of the addition. Some name options include “Heritage Room,” “Legacy Hall” and “Salish Gallery,” among others.
Historic St. Mary’s Mission is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. They offer full tours to individuals or groups. They are located at 315 Charlos Street, in Stevensville.
When Summit Career Center (SCC) opened in 2020, its mission was to provide career training that would help motivated adults ages 18 and older break free from cycles of low-wage employment and poverty. While that mission remains central to the organization’s purpose, SCC is also working diligently to recruit more 18-year-olds who have recently graduated from high school or obtained their GED.
For many young adults, SCC offers an alternative to traditional college pathways – especially for those who do not wish to attend college, are unable to do so or need to begin a career immediately. Kai Turner is one of those young adults. A 2026 graduate of SCC’s Stevensville program, Turner now works for Schrock Construction.
“The best part of this program was meeting all the different kinds of people – all their different ideas, personalities and overall character,” Turner shared. “Summit Career Center was really helpful because I was able to find the place I’m working at now, which is an amazing place to be.”
SCC’s tuition-free, six-month program equips motivated adults with practical skills and industry-recognized certifications in their chosen career fields, along with the personal development skills needed to maintain employment and succeed in life.
According to SCC Executive Director Jacqueline Stevens, the tuition-free model is especially appealing to recent high school graduates who want to develop marketable skills and explore career opportunities without taking on student loan debt. “This is an incredible opportunity for graduating high school seniors to earn accredited certifications and step directly into a career without the significant financial burden of a traditional college education,” Stevens said.
Michelle Mowrer joined Summit Career Center later in her professional journey. A 2025 graduate of SCC’s Mis -
soula program, she is currently working for a political campaign in Idaho and describes the program as “life-changing.”
“My whole life I was skipping over the most important step, which was self-development – and that’s what Summit Career provided for me, to get me to the next level,” she relates. “Because of Summit Career Center I was able to gain the confidence I needed in myself to be able to pursue my dreams, to continue with the education they provided for me… and get through the challenges of life – which we all have.”
Career tracks at SCC include, but are not limited to, Paralegal, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Administrative Assistant, CDL, Bookkeeping, Medical Billing and Coding, Phlebotomy, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant, Construction Trades, IT Support and Cybersecurity. Stevens noted that programs are selected based on workforce demand in Missoula and Ravalli counties, and SCC works closely with employers to ensure graduates are prepared to meet local hiring needs.
She also emphasized the importance of commitment throughout the program. “Attendance and participation are essential,” Stevens said. “But for individuals who are willing to learn and stay committed, this is an outstanding pathway to obtaining an education and launching a meaningful career.”
Summit Career Center is accepting applications for its next session in Stevensville/Missoula through August 17, 2026, with classes beginning August 31, 2026. Programs are offered at 310 South Curtis in Missoula and at 100 Fort Owen Ranch Rd. in Stevensville.
A faith-based nonprofit organization, Summit Career Center is supported by the Gianforte Family Foundation, private donors and other Montana nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit summitcareercenter. org or contact Jacqueline Stevens at 406-777-7232.
The Bitterroot Red Sox American Legion baseball team had another successful week. From Tuesday, July 7 to Saturday, July 11, the Red Sox won all seven of their games by a combined total score of 79-20. The Red Sox are now 28-2 on the season.
The following is a recap of last week’s games. As with earlier updates, I’m channeling my inner Chris Berman and giving the Red Sox players some fun nicknames.
Red Sox 15, Kalispell Lakers 2; Red Sox 12, Kalispell Lakers 2
On Tuesday, July 7, the Red Sox traveled to Kalispell for a doubleheader with the Lakers. In the first game the Red Sox won 15-2 in five innings. Red Sox pitcher Joe “The Show” Hixon struck out five batters, allowed two hits and got the win. At the plate for the Red Sox, Bridger “Over Troubled Water” Huddleston went 1 for 3 with three RBIs. Boedy “Utah, Get Me Two” Tadvick went 1 for 2, scored two runs and had two RBIs, and Jackson “Shamone” Lubke went 1 for 2, scored two runs and had two RBIs.
In the second game, the Red Sox won 12-2 in five innings. At the plate for the Red Sox, Jude “Don’t Call Me Bellingham” Widmer went 2 for 3 with two RBIs. Brady “The Boss” DeMoss went 1 for 4, scored a run and had an RBI, and Lubke went 1 for 2, scored a run and had an RBI.
Red Sox 7, Belgrade Bandits 2
On Thursday, July 9, the Red Sox defeated the Belgrade Bandits 7-2. Red Sox pitcher Bridger “Over Troubled Water” Huddleston allowed two hits over four innings and struck out five batters to get the win. Huddleston also went 2 for 2 as a batter.
At the plate for the Red Sox, Cash “You’re So Money You Don’t Even Know it” Lawrence went 2 for 2, scored two runs and had two RBIs. Boedy “Utah, Get Me Two” Tadvick went 2 for 4, scored two runs, and had an RBI, and Calan “Yo Adrian” Rocco went 1 for 2 with two RBIs.
Red Sox 11, Laurel Dodgers 5
On Friday, July 10, the Red Sox defeated the Laurel Dodgers 11-5 at the Ruth Bizarro-Cook Memorial tournament. Red Sox pitcher “The Thrill of the” Chase Wagner struck out six batters and got the win.
by Scott Sacry Sports Editor
At the plate for the Red Sox, Jude “Don’t Call Me Bellingham” Widmer had a big game - he went 4 for 4, hit a home run, scored two runs and had two RBIs. Cash “You’re So Money You Don’t Even Know it” Lawrence went 3 for 4 with three RBIs. Brady “The Boss” DeMoss went 2 for 3 with two RBIs, and Wes “Don’t Smoke the” Potter went 1 for 2 with two RBIs.
Red Sox 10, Vauxhall Spurs 5
A lso on Friday, July 10, at the Ruth Bizarro-Cook Memorial tournament, the Red Sox defeated the Vauxhall Spurs 10-5. Red Sox pitcher Landon “The Beacon” Ekin struck out six batters and got the win. At
the plate for the Red Sox, Cash “You’re So Money You Don’t Even Know it” Lawrence went 1 for 2 with three RBIs. “The Thrill of the” Chase Wagner went 2 for 4 with two RBIs, and Jackson “Hee, Hee” Lubke went 2 for 3, scored three runs and had an RBI. Red Sox 16, Butte Miners 1 T he Red Sox defeated the Butte Miners 16-1 in four innings on Saturday, July 11, at the Ruth Bizarro-Cook Memorial tournament. Red Sox pitcher Connor “The Mighty” Quinn got the win. At the plate for the Red Sox, Bridger “Over Troubled Water” Huddleston went 1 for 3, scored two runs and had three RBIs. Boedy “Utah, Get Me
Two” Tadvick went 3 for 4, scored two runs and had two RBIs, and “The Thrill of the” Chase Wagner went 2 for 2, scored two runs and had an RBI.
Red Sox 8, Belgrade Bandits 3
A lso on Saturday, July 11, at the Ruth Bizarro-Cook Memorial tournament, the Red Sox defeated the Belgrade Bandits 8-3. Red Sox pitcher Cash “You’re So Money You Don’t Even Know it” Lawrence struck out eight batters and got the win. At the plate for the Red Sox, Brady “The Boss” DeMoss went 3 for 4 with two RBIs, and Boedy “Utah, Get Me Two” Tadvick went 2 for 2, scored two runs and had two RBIs.
This summer, the Bitterroot Valley will become a gathering place for some of North America’s fnest representational artists as Oil Painters of America presents its 2026 National Juried Salon: Exhibition of Small Paintings at Cassens Fine Art, a gallery located at 215 W Main St. in Hamilton.
Opening July 31, and continuing through August 29, the exhibition will feature approximately 200 juried works by OPA Associate, Signature and Master Signature artists. Collectors will fnd a range of subjects, from Western landscapes and wildlife to fgurative works, still lifes and contemporary realism, all united by a commitment to the traditions of representational oil painting.
The exhibition’s awards will be judged by acclaimed artist James Crandall
OPAM, whose paintings are regarded among artists and collectors for their exceptional craftsmanship and expressive interpretation. Approximately $20,000 in cash and merchandise awards will be presented during the opening reception and awards ceremony on July 31. A full exhibition listing and additional information are available at cassensfneart.com.
Visitors attending the opening weekend will have the opportunity to meet exhibiting artists, view award-winning works, see a demonstration by James Crandall OPAM and explore a showcase of fne representational oil paintings being created today. The public reception will be held Friday, July 31, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., with awards presented at 5:30 p.m.
Every valley has its stories. Some are found in history books. Others are tucked away in family photo albums, remembered around kitchen tables or shared over cofee with neighbors.
We’re creating a place to celebrate all the little things that make life in the Bitterroot diferent from anywhere else. Tell us about a favorite childhood experience, little-known Bitterroot history, a business you miss, a lesson you learned, a family tradition or a favorite fshing hole (if you’re willing to share).
We welcome stories, memories, photographs, poems, artwork, observations, local legends, advice, humorous moments and refections. Whether you’ve lived here for
generations or just arrived, we’d love to hear your perspective. From time to time we’ll also pose a question to the community on the Bitterroot Star’s Facebook page and publish your responses. No story is too small. Often it’s the little moments that best capture what it means to call the Bitterroot Valley home. Send your submissions to sarah@mullennewspapers. com or drop them of at our ofce. Please include your name, town of residence and make sure any photos you share with us are your own. We may edit for length or clarity while preserving your voice.
– Bitterroot Star Staf
“Just
The sun was dipping low over the Bitterroot Range, casting long shadows across Eastside Highway. I was hauling a load of too-long wooden fence rails in the back of my truck. They stuck out way past the tailgate – farther than they should have – but I’d convinced myself they’d hold for the short drive to my place.
Then came the curve. It wasn’t even a sharp turn, just a steady bend in the roadway, but physics doesn’t care about that. I felt a sudden, sickening shift in the truck’s weight, followed by the unmistakable, violent clack-clack of heavy timber falling to the ground. In my rearview mirror, I watched my fence rails scatter across the side of the road like a giant set of pickup sticks.
Before I could even shift into park and step out of my truck, a dust cloud kicked up. A pickup traveling in the opposite direction pulled of onto the gravel shoulder and stopped.
The driver got out – a local guy with weathered hands and the calm, unhurried demeanor of someone who had seen many a mishap like mine. He just walked right over to my side. “Looks like you had a bit of a spill,” he said, already reaching for the end of a rail.
Together, we worked to lift the cumbersome rails back into my truck bed. But he didn’t stop there. Once the wood was loaded, he walked back to his truck and grabbed a set of heavy-duty ratchet straps. “You’re never going to make it home like that,” he noted, expertly threading the webbing through my tie-down anchors and cranking them tight until the rails wouldn’t budge an inch.
When I reached for my wallet, he waved his hand, dismissing my money entirely. He pointed down a nearby dirt road. “I live just right down there,” he said, giving me the cross streets. “Just bring the straps back whenever you have the time. No rush.”
With a nod, he climbed back into his truck and drove of. Standing there on the side of Eastside Highway, watching his taillights disappear, I realized I’d just experienced the very best of Montana – a total stranger ofering a hand, his own gear, and his complete trust, just because it was the right thing to do.
NOTICE OF PENDING AT-
TACHMENT OF A TAX LIEN
(MCA 15-17-122)
On Thursday, August 3, 2026, by 5:00 pm, the Ravalli County Treasurer will attach a property tax lien to property on which the 2025 taxes are delinquent. The delinquent taxes, including penalties, interest and costs are a lien upon the property and that unless delinquent taxes, penalties, interest and costs are paid prior to August 3, 2026 a tax lien will be attached and may be assigned to a third party.
A complete list of all property on which taxes are delinquent is on fle in the ofce of the Ravalli County Treasurer and is open to public inspection and examination on Monday thru Friday from 8:15 am to 5 pm. For further information, please contact the Ravalli County Treasurer at 215 S. 4th St., Suite H, Hamilton MT 59840 or at 406375-6580.
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MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF Dana Biesterfeldt: Dana Biesterfeldt, Petitioner. Cause No.: DV-41-20260000241-NC
Dept No.: 1
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE
This is a notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Dana Margarete Biesterfeldt to Dana Margarete Hanlin. The hearing will be on July 15, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Dated June 3, 2026. Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court /s/ Michelle Goldman, Deputy Clerk of Court
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David B. Cotner
Taylor N. Eisenzimer
Cotner Ryan Blackford, PLLC 321 W. Broadway St., Suite 500 Missoula, MT 59802
Telephone: (406) 541-1111
Facsimile: (406) 541-1122
Email: dcotner@cotnerlaw. com teisenzimer@cotnerlaw.com
Attorneys for Applicant Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF CORY A. JOHNSON, Deceased.
Probate No.: DP-26-74
Dept. No. 2
Hon. Jennifer B. Lint
NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Rachel Kramer has been appointed Personal Representatives of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the frst publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be mailed to David B. Cotner and Taylor N. Eisenzimer, of Cotner Ryan Blackford, PLLC, the attorney for the Estate, return
2026. /s/David B. Cotner
Taylor N. Eisenzimer
Attorneys for Personal Representative BS 7-1, 7-8, 7-15-2026. MNAXLP
MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF Jack Cameron Buckingham: Stevi Ann Johns, Petitioner. Cause No.: DV-26-264 Dept No.: 2
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE ON MINOR CHILD
This is a notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Jack Cameron Buckingham to Jack Cameron Johns. The hearing will be on August 6, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Dated June 25, 2026. Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court
/s/Hon. Judge Jennifer B. Lint BS 7-1, 7-8, 7-15, 7-22-2026. MNAXLP
MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF Nathaniel Clement Clegg: Nathaniel Clement Clegg, Petitioner. Cause No.: DV-41-20260000269-NC Dept No.: 2
NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE
This is a notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Nathaniel Clement Clegg to Nathaniel Vaelorin Velanor. The hearing will be on August 6, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County.
Dated June 25, 2026. Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court
/s/ Catherine di Gleria, Deputy Clerk of Court BS 7-1, 7-8, 7-15, 7-22-2026. MNAXLP
MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF Dakota Riley Frazier: Dakota Riley Frazier, Petitioner. Cause No.: DV-2026-271 Dept No.: 1 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE
This is a notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Dakota Riley Frazier to Dakota Riley Burkett. The hearing will be on August 12, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County.
Dated June 25, 2026. Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court /s/ Catherine di Gleria, Deputy Clerk of Court BS 7-8, 7-15, 7-22, 7-292026. MNAXLP
David J. HagEstad, Esq. Patricia N. Morse, Esq. Sara M. Arno, Esq. HAGESTAD LAW GROUP, P.L.L.C. 2425 W. Central Ave., Ste. 200
Missoula, Montana 59801
Telephone: (406) 203-9303
Facsimile: (406) 888-6040
E-Mail: david@hagestadlaw. com
E-Mail: patricia@hagestadlaw. com
E-Mail: sara@hagestadlaw. com
Attorneys for Petitioner/Personal Representative, Timothy A. Malachinski
MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST
JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY
Probate No. DP-41-20260000073-FI
In the Matter of the Estate of: HAROLD GEORGE MENDES, Deceased.
NOTICE OF HEARING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Timothy A. Malachinski has fled a Petition for Formal Adjudication of Intestacy, Determination of Heirs and Appointment of Personal Representative, which may be examined in the ofce of the Clerk of this Court.
Hearing has been set for virtual appearance at the Courtroom of this Court in Ravalli 20 County, Montana, on the 23rd day of July, 2026, at 1:30 P.M. at which time and place all interested person may appear and object. This notice is being given at least 14 days prior to the date of the 22 hearing, pursuant to Mont. Code Ann. § 72-1-301.
DATED this 22th day of June, 2026.
HAGESTAD LAW GROUP, PLLC
Attorneys for Petitioner/Personal Representative, Timothy A. Malachinski
By: /s/ Patricia N. Morse Patricia N. Morse BS 7-8, 7-15, 7-22-2026.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF HAMILTON ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
Variance Request #2026-02, 100 Sandalwood Court – A request by Seth and Shelby Troutt for a variance from the 20-foot rear yard setback requirement in Title 17 of the Hamilton Municipal Code (HMC) 17.08.100. The applicant is requesting a 17-foot rear yard setback. This request falls under “variances” in HMC Section 17.12.070, which provides a process for Zoning Board of Adjustment review and decision on requests to vary from zoning district standards.
The property is approximately 7,002sqft., and addressed as 100 Sandalwood Court, Hamilton, MT. 59840. The property is identifed by Ravalli County Tax ID # 610382 and Geocode 13-146819-3-01-70-0000, and is legally described as: Lot 41, Stonegate Meadows, Phase III, Ravalli County, Montana, according to the recorded plat thereof.
The Hamilton Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to take public comment and consider a decision on the variance request on Monday, July 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM on the 2nd foor of Hamilton City Hall, 223 South 2nd Street, Hamilton, MT.
The public may attend and make comment in person, or on the internet / by phone through Zoom. Instructions are available on the City of Hamilton website www.cityofhamilton.net, or by contacting aenglish@cityofhamilton.net.
Comments prior to the hearing may be submitted to the City
of Hamilton Planning Department at aenglish@cityofhamilton.net or 223 South 2nd Street, Hamilton, MT 59840. Related materials will be made available on the City of Hamilton website prior to the meetings, and can be obtained by contacting the Planning Department at (406) 363-2101 or aenglish@cityofhamilton.net.
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Daniel Browder, Esq. Browder Law, PLLC 217 North 3rd Street, Suite J Hamilton, MT 59840 Telephone: (406) 361-3677 Facsimile: (406) 361-2999 Email: browderlawmont@gmail.com
Attorney for Tifney Fischer MONTANA TWENTY FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DAWN GODDARD, Deceased. Cause No. DP-2026-80
Dept. No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Tifney Fischer has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the frst publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative, Tifney Fischer, return receipt requested, c/o: Browder Law, PLLC, 217 North Third Street, Suite J, Hamilton, Montana, 59840, or fled with the Clerk of the above Court.
DATED this 30th day of June, 2026.
BROWDER LAW, PLLC /s/Daniel Browder
Attorney for Personal Representative BS 7-8, 7-15, 7-22-2026. MNAXLP
Honorable Scott E. Burlingham Justice of the Peace 205 Bedford Street Suite E Hamilton, MT 59840 IN THE JUSTICE COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY, MONTANA BEFORE THE HONORABLE SCOTT E. BURLINGHAM, JUSTICE OF THE PEACE REAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SAPPHIRE, PLAINTIFF
V. CODY YOUNG, AND ALL OTHER TENANTS, DEFENDANT.
Case No.: CV-610-20260000764
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF MONTANA
TO: Cody Young 643 Grantsdale Road, Unit #13 Hamilton, Montana 59840
STATEMENT OF OBJECT OF ACTION: The above-captioned action is a Cause of Action against you relating to the possessory interest that you claim in the real property LOCATED AT 643 Grantsdale Road, Unit #13
Hamilton, Montana 59840
Plaintif demands relief which consists partially of excluding you from said possessory interest. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to answer the Complaint in this action which is fled in
the ofce of the above-entitled Justice of the Peace, a copy of which is herewith served upon you. In the event that you deny any or all of the material facts stated in the complaint, you must fle your written answer together with a $30.00 answer fee for each Defendant with the above-entitled Court, and serve a copy of your answer upon the Plaintif or attorney at the address as shown on the Complaint. The answer must contain a denial of any or all of the material facts stated in the Complaint that the Defendant believes to be untrue, and also a statement, in plain or direct manner, of any other facts constituting a defense. Any matter not denied shall be deemed admitted. If you fail to answer or assert a counterclaim with fve (5) days after service of the Complaint and Summons, the Plaintif may request entry of default judgement against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint.
Dated June 29, 2026.
/s/Honorable Scott E. Burlingham
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE BS 7-8, 7-15, 7-22-2026. MNAXLP
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS BEFORE THE CITY OF HAMILTON CITY COUNCIL
The City of Hamilton is proposing to update Title 16 (Subdivision Regulations) of the Hamilton Municipal Code. More information, including a complete draft of the proposed update, is available at www.cityofhamilton. net, by contacting the Hamilton Planning Department at (406) 363-2101 ext. 218, mrohrbach@ cityofhamilton.net, or visiting Hamilton City Hall at 223 South 2nd Street, Hamilton, MT. The Hamilton City Council will hold two public hearings to take public comment and make a decision on whether to adopt the proposed Title 16 (Subdivision Regulations) update on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 and Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. during its regular meeting on the 2nd foor of Hamilton City Hall, 223 South 2nd Street, Hamilton, MT. At the public hearings any member of the public may attend and make comment in person or remotely.Instructions for remote participation are available on the City of Hamilton website www. cityofhamilton.net, or by contacting cityclerk@cityofhamilton.net. Comments prior to the City Council hearings may be submitted by emailing the Hamilton City Clerk at cityclerk@cityofhamilton. net. Comments may also be mailed or delivered in person to the Hamilton City Clerk, 223 South 2nd Street, Hamilton, MT 59840. This notice serves as the Hamilton City Council’s notice of intent to adopt updated subdivision regulations pursuant to Montana Code Annotated 76-3-503. BS 7-1, 7-15-2026.
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CANYON CREEK IRRIGATION MEETING Canyon Creek Irrigation District is holding a share-holders meeting Thursday, July 30, 2026 at the Daly Leach Chapel in Hamilton at 7 PM. BS 7-15, 7-22, 7-29-2026.
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NOTICE OF FINAL BUDGET MEETING At the fnal budget meeting
to be held on or before August 20, 2026, the Stevensville School District Board of Trustees will be meeting on Aug 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the Stevensville Music Center Choir Room for the purpose of considering and adopting the fnal budget of the District for fscal year 2026-2027. The meeting of the individual District Trustees may be continued from day to day until the fnal adoption of the District’s budget. Any taxpayer in the district may appear at the meeting and be heard for or against any part of the budget.
For further information please contact: Jon Konen, Superintendent, Park Street Stevensville, MT 59870 or call 406-777-5481 ext. 5136. BS 7-15-2026. MNAXLP
John S. Masar LionWood Law PLLC 115 W. 3rd St., Ste. 103 Stevensville, MT 59870 (406) 625-2682 jmasar@lionwoodlaw.com
Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BRADLEY DALE PAULSON, a/k/a Brad Paulson, Deceased.
Cause No.: DP-26-83 Dept.: 2
JENNIFER B. LINT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the Decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the frst publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to LINDA KAY LAROQUE, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at c/o LionWood Law PLLC, 115 W. 3rd Street, Suite 103, Stevensville, Montana 59870, or fled with the Clerk of the above Court.
Dated this 8th day of July, 2026.
/s/LINDA KAY LAROQUE
Personal Representative c/o LionWood
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Earl Christian, 79, passed away from pneumonia on May 6th at St. Pats Hospital. Earl is survived by his fve children: EJ, David, Nicole, Mike, and Annie; his sister, Helen Pope; and his brother, Peter Christian. Earl had many friends throughout his life. He was an incredible artist and musician. Earl worked as a draftsman for Viking
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Hamilton - Eugene L. Hinrichs, 81, passed away peacefully in his sleep, Saturday, July 4, 2026, at his home in Hamilton. Brothers Mortuary & Crematory are honored to care for Mr. Hinrichs. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.brothersmortuary.com.
In early days the practice of adding layers for strength or measured flexibility was a common practice. Typically, knives and swords.
Fast forward to the digital age where the term, laminating or lamination, assumes a whole new meaning. The figurative “stacking” of layers of digital information or requirements has become a means to filter inquiries by the addition of sheer numbers, requirements or increasing difficulty, in some form.
The technique has long been a practice in the field of law, where if you cannot blind them with your brilliance, you can baffle them with your B/S. If questioned, the rebound is to question the intelligence of the inquiry. If you cannot win them over, then you grind them down.
Enter the SHEEP CREEK PROPOSITION. The efforts of those opposed to the proposition have been effective in that they have caused changes in the presentation.
Having found that the residents of the Bitterroot Valley can distinguish fact from fancy, those who are truly the proponents (follow the money), have decided on simultaneous approaches. This having been done to secure the extensive profits present.
One approach is straightforward on the surface. Ask the Governor to agree to an arrangement enabling establishment of the proposition and if refused, simply issue an Executive Order and it’s a done deal.
The Club Approach.
A second approach is that of Lamination. Make the proposition appear to reflect due concern for the public issues while, in fact, presenting a blueprint assuring success. The resources available to the proponents make available to them all available means to the practice lamination to new heights.
The Sneak Approach.
The introduction of references unknown and not easily obtained is a good one.
Add to that layer the use of terms not common to public communications.
The introduction of time requirements provides yet another layer.
Make promises that are absent any element of truth or intent.
The possibilities are endless. The point to be made is that the use of a deceitful, misleading technique, is in evidence. Its purpose is to avoid accurate analysis within the allotted time and cause adoption through default.
On the surface it would appear that a proposition, made in good faith, was adopted as the result of public failure to either respond in a timely manner or sheer neglect.
Both manipulations are in use. If one doesn’t work there is always the backup plan.
The responsibility to prevent this transfer of value to faceless individuals is upon those who would suffer the loss.
If the Valley residents fail to respond effectively it would constitute a default.
They will have decided that all they represent is not of a value sufficient to warrant its defense.
William (Bill) Campbell Conner
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T o those proposing the construction of a large gymnasium in Big Corral Park: I respectfully but strongly oppose
this proposal.
Big Corral Park represents one of the last significant pieces of open public land in this area. For many years, this property has remained largely undeveloped, providing valuable space for recreation, community gatherings, family activities, outdoor events, and enjoyment of the natural environment. Once open land is lost to development, it is rarely recovered.
Some Bitterrooters argue that additional indoor athletic space is needed. However, this area already contains numerous facilities dedicated to sports and recreation. These include gymnasiums and athletic facilities at Westview School, Washington School, Hamilton High School, Daly School, the Middle School, local charter schools, Iron Horse Gym, and private athletic facilities such as Canyons Athletic Club.
Taxpayers are also currently supporting a multi-million-dollar levy for school facilities and improvements.
The question is not whether athletics are important as they absolutely are. The question is whether a public park should be converted into a private-use facility when alternative locations exist.
The proposal reportedly involves leasing several acres of public parkland for a nominal fee. That raises serious concerns about whether the public is receiving fair value for the use of community-owned property. Public land should be managed for the benefit of all residents, not for the advantage of a select group, regardless of how well-intentioned the project may be.
There are numerous privately owned properties available throughout the valley, including areas along Old Corvallis Road and south of Hamilton, where a facility of this size could be built without sacrificing public parkland. If investors have the resources to construct a state-of-the-art athletic complex, they should also acquire private property for that purpose.
There are also significant infrastructure concerns. Kurtz Lane is already heavily traveled and lacks adequate sidewalks, curb and gutter improvements, and pedestrian safety features. Additional development would increase traffic and place further strain on an area that is already struggling to keep up with growth.
Most importantly, the community has repeatedly expressed support for preserving open space. Residents have consistently elected local officials who promised to protect parks and open lands from unnecessary development. The public should expect those commitments to be honored.
Big Corral Park belongs to the entire community. It should remain a place for picnics, family reunions, outdoor recreation, community events, fundraising activities, walking dogs, and simply enjoying open space. A large permanent gymnasium was not part of the community’s vision for this park, and it should not become part of it now.
I urge county officials and decision-makers to reject this proposal and preserve Big Corral Park as open public land for current and future generations.
Anita John Hamilton
T he FIFA World Cup has an honored tradition of upholding the calls by their referees. No interference by outside agents can affect these decisions as good or bad as they may be!
It is said that Mussolini, the Dictator of Italy in the 1930s tried to influence the FIFA judges but was unsuccessful.
Now we have a new wanna-be Dictator, DJT, who has again tried to influence the decision of the FIFA referees. This time, sadly, it worked! A call to his friend at FIFA who awarded DJT the FIFA Peace Prize after the Nobel committee passed him over, turned the tide and allowed the red card player to play in next game.
The red guard player, by the way, is a black “citizen by birth.” His mother‘s flight back to London some 20 years ago was delayed and she was required to stay in New York City. She went into labor and had her baby in a local hospital. Her son therefore, became a citizen by birth… something that DJT recently fought so hard against… but here he is supporting this player against all odds!
Congratulations to the US Soccer Team for a great run! They represented the US well while our President did not!
So many of the positive vibes expressed by our foreign visitors vanished after DJT‘s actions!
Tom Tunny Hamilton
The journalist Molly Ivins once observed that politicians are goosey. This is an election year when politicians are particularly goosey. So…
Goose ‘em!
Goose ‘em with your presence at gatherings of people who agree on an issue.
Goose ‘em with petitions for a better, freer country.
Goose ‘em with your vote.
The U.S. Constitution protects your rights, and mine, to assemble, petition, and vote.
Politics affect you, your life, your future. Politicians need your support. You have power. Use it.
Pick your cause: overturn the Citizens United court decision that says only the rich shall rule, repeal the PATRIOT Act that took away freedoms while not addressing a single cause of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on this country, or protect our public lands held in trust for all our benefit, or protect your state and local water and utility costs from data centers, or fully fund your local school or fire department.
Remember that attack ads are intended to convince you not to vote. Don’t fall for it. Vote.
Goose ‘em.
Politicians in office work for you, and all of us. Politicians running for office are campaigning to work for us.
Goose ‘em!
Anne Millbrooke Bozeman
L ies Fear Division affects everyone every where, Our politics, Our Country State County And more devistaily our Families, Call out Liers Conspiracy Propaganda Disinformation, Don’t fall pray to Pavlov’s Dog Conditioning, What triggers your response?
Charles Treece Victor
M aine Democrats had a Graham Platner problem; and Graham Platner has a character problem. Somewhat sorted now; but it calls to mind the old adage: “If someone shows you who they are, believe them.”
Character matters, particularly in the leaders we elect. Their behavior, decisions and policy all reflect their character. One’s beliefs, values and priorities are the stuff of character.
No small element is respect; ours for others; for facts and truth; for history and institutions. Is “the glass half-full” , or “half-empty”, or is it okay for me to steal your glass?
Democrats in Maine may wish they could have overlooked their Platner character problem, or rationalize it away; but they couldn’t. Either would reveal a lack of courage; not a good look.
Seems to me that it must be hard to look in the mirror every morning and justify supporting the character dumpster-fire that is Donald J. Trump?
David Leslie Corvallis
A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of attending the presentation of the American Legion Merit Awards to several outstanding eighth-grade students. After meeting those young men and women, I wrote that I believed our future was in good hands. I still believe that.
Those students impressed me with their character, respect, and potential. They reminded me that today’s youth are capable of great things when given the opportunity and encouragement. At the same time, I have a concern.
As a veteran and Commander of American Legion Post 94, I wonder if we are spending enough time teaching Americanism and citizenship in our schools. I am not speaking about politics. I am speaking about an understanding of our nation’s history, the Constitution, the meaning of our flag, and the sacrifices made by generations of Americans to preserve our freedoms.
Young people don’t value what they have never had the opportunity to learn. That is not a criticism of our students. In fact, my experience tells me just the opposite. Given the chance, they are eager to listen, ask thoughtful questions, and become involved. Teaching Americanism is not about telling our children that America has always been perfect. It is about helping them understand that freedom carries both privileges and responsibilities. It is about honoring those who served, respecting those with whom we may disagree, and recognizing that every generation has a role in preserving our republic.
Perhaps this responsibility belongs not only to our schools but to all of us. Parents, grandparents, veterans, civic organizations, churches, and neighbors all have something valuable to share. A story told by a veteran, a lesson about the Constitution, or a simple explanation of why we stand for the National Anthem can leave a lasting impression on a young person. The students I met convinced me that our future is indeed in good hands. Our responsibility is to place in those hands not only knowledge, but also an appreciation for the blessings and responsibilities of being an American. Bob Spitzer, Commander, American Legion Post 94 Stevensville
Star is published every Wednesday by Bitterroot Star Newspaper, Co, a division of Mullen Newspapers. The advertising and editorial content deadline is Friday at 5 p.m. We strive to include news and information that’s important to the people of the Bitterroot Valley. If you have a story idea, or any other concern, call us at 406-777-3928, email: editor@bitterrootstar.com or stop in at our ofce at 115 W. 3rd, #108, Stevensville. The mailing address is P.O. Box 133, Stevensville MT 59870. Correction Policy Accuracy is important to us. If you see a factual error in a Bitterroot Star news story, please notify the editor immediately and we will print a correction in the next issue. Our View/Letters Bitterroot Star editorials are written from the position of the newspaper. The personal columns and letters appearing on the Opinion page and elsewhere in the paper represent the opinion of single individuals and do not necessarily refect the position of the newspaper. The Star welcomes public comment and encourages letters to the editor. Letters on local topics or issues are given priority for publication. Letters should be 450 words or less. Shorter letters generally have a better chance of prompt publication. While letters expressing appreciation for a specifc, out-of-the-ordinary action are welcomed, letters with lists of names of contributors, donors or volunteers are not accepted as letters to the editor. Author’s name, address and phone number (for verifcation, not publication) are required. We do not run letters anonymously. We attempt to run all letters, but reserve the right to edit for length, accuracy, clarity, content and libel. We ask that writers email letters to us, and do not turn them in by hand. This increases the chances the letters will get printed. Our staf already has a full workload.
Pale morning duns, PMD’s for short, are all-of-a-sudden all over our rivers.
Late rains extended our high water season and melted what was left of the snowpack. We don’t have much water storage in the snow that’s left, the unseen layer between the visible canopy of lodgepole pine thicket.
That’ll be the case until the lodgepole stands that were burned starting roughly twenty-five years ago return.
by Chuck Stranahan
High water from rain combined with warm days causes water temperatures to rise – not gradually, but quick-like. Aquatic insects, in turn, have pre-set genetic clocks that tell them to hatch at certain temperatures. As the water temperature rises several degrees in a single day, several bugs are triggered to hatch. The stream cools down overnight, and the warming/hatching process repeats the following day. Result: many species of aquatic insects on the water at once.
This phenomenon often produces a match-the-hatch frenzy. The search for the perfect dry fly ensues at streamside. Several species of mayflies can look alike in any genus. The entomology can be bewildering if you’re just getting into it, fascinating if you’re well into it. It can be intimidating but shouldn’t be.
Let’s break some of it down: The hearty, larger bugs tend to hatch first. With pale dun mayflies, that means you can
start the season with #14 flies, but carry #16’s too because you’ll need them on any given day. For color, start with shades of yellow. Whichever ones you choose, there are natural bugs that match. The best all-round fly type for mayfly dries is the parachute. When you’re in the fly shop, look for the ones that aren’t too bushy. A spare parachute with 360 degrees of its hackle on the water and extending parallel to the body will float surprisingly well through a riffle. There are plenty of PMD parachute patterns. Grab two patterns in different colors, several each, in two sizes - #14 and #16.
On hot days the natural flies often fry before they hatch. The dead bugs, half submerged, are easy prey for the trout. Grab some #14 cripple or stillborn flies, and look for the ones that show you a color change in the body: brown rear, yellow or pale olive front. The early PMD’s will be yellowish, and will overlap with a slightly smaller specie that is a pale tan. It doesn’t hurt to carry a handful of tan sparkle duns in #18 to cover the base for those midseason mayflies that could hatch early
this year. You’ll see them on hot days. The translucent yarn tails on these flies mimic the light pattern trout see on the water when the bug hasn’t quite struggled free from the nymphal shuck still stick to its
tails. On some day the trout will key on the cripples or trailing shuck patterns instead of the mature duns and leave the parachutes alone. It pays to have both.
be reached at chuckstran@ gmail.com.
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FRESH EGGS from Howell’s Happy Hens are back! $5.00/doz. Pick up at Bitterroot Star ofce, 115 W. 3rd, Suite 108, Stevensville. FOR SALE, 1995 LANCE 10 FOOT PICKUP CAMPER , self-contained, with A/C unit, very good condition, asking $1500 OBO. Call (406) 9450000, please leave a message. Stevensville. LOOKING FOR A LOST APPLE IPAD . Lost at the Skalkaho Falls area on June 22nd at 10am. If found please contact Gene (406) 274-5016 or Troy (406) 531-3010. $100
