Issuu

We sell

licenses

PRST STD US POSTAGE PAID STEVENSVILLE MT PERMIT 89

• • 777-2822 • • 4039 HWY 93 N STEVENSVILLE

OUTLET STORE

For all your ammunition & Hunting needs

www.ammoandmorestore.com

Covering the Bitterroot Valley – “Where Montana Begins!”

’ ! l a c o L t a t s e B ‘The

Lone Cyprus Ranch Estate Liquidation First Interstate Buildings Ravalli Co. Fairgrounds

Thurs - Fri - Sat • Oct 18th - 20th • 8am - 6pm Saturday Auction 3pm For info call Mike (520) 990-9658 • swansonsestatesales.com

Volume XXXIV, Number 13

Joyful noise!

Established 1985 - Locally owned & independent

Stevi clerk files complaint against council president

By Michael Howell

The African Children’s Choir is coming to the Bitterroot Valley to perform at the Hamilton High School Performing Arts Center on Thursday, November 1 at 7 p.m. In the last 35 years, over a thousand vulnerable children have been through the African Children’s Choir program and the funds they have generated have provided the opportunity of education and hope for many thousands like them in some of the most desperate and needy areas of Africa.

Popular African Children’s Choir coming to Hamilton In 1984, in the midst of Uganda’s bloody civil war, human rights activist Ray Barnett was called on to help the many thousands of orphaned and starving children, abandoned and helpless to feed and protect themselves. Realizing the enormity of the task Barnett and his team came up with a unique approach. Struck by one little boy’s joy and resiliency and inspired by his singing, an idea was born to form the African Children’s Choir. The first choir was formed in 1984 from orphaned and vulnerable children in the Kampala and Luwero areas of Uganda. After the Choir was trained to perform and readied for living in new and different cultures, the

A winner!

children travelled from Uganda to tour amongst the North American Church communities. They immediately impressed audiences with their vibrancy and outstanding musical talent. They quickly became a mouthpiece for the plight of the many thousands of vulnerable children like them in Uganda. The funds they earned through donations provided for their own support and education and more. The African Children’s Choir program promotes the beauty, dignity and unlimited ability of the African child around the world, being a voice for the millions of suffering children who cannot speak for themselves. The program provides for the children’s well being and qual-

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

ity education, utilizing the transformative power of music. We install Christian principles through teaching and leading by example and bring relief and development to African nations in crisis. The proceeds of the first African Children’s Choir tour also funded the building of an orphanage back in Kampala from which a second African Children’s Choir was selected. In the early years, they would tour principally in United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. The proceeds of their tours, and the sponsorship support they would attract, funded a growing program of establishing See CHOIR, page 3

Stevensville Town Clerk Audree Tribbensee has filed a notice of complaint alleging workplace bullying and harassment primarily against Council President Bob Michalson. However, several incidents described in the complaint include the entire Town Council and former mayor Jim Crews. She states that “the staff in the office all agree, to some degree or another, that the environment is unbearable, toxic, hostile, harassing and unhealthy.” “The conduct of Mr. Michalson, Council and former Mayor Crews is severe and pervasive enough that I, being a reasonable person, consider the work environment to be intimidating, hostile and/or abusive. I have worked successfully for municipal governments for over 30 years, working with many Mayors and councilmembers; many of whom are good friends to this day, many who were difficult to work with; many of whom I did not agree with. In all these years, I have never

encountered a Council as hostile to the Mayor and staff members as the Town of Stevensville Town Council,” wrote Tribbensee. While many of the incidents in the claim involve her personally, she states that several of the bullying tactics and harassment activities are also directed at Mayor Brandon Dewey and calls them “deliberately harsh.” She calls the bullying tactics and harassment activities “deliberately harsh… relentless verbal and nonverbal attacks and overt and covert actions against the mayor. “I witness these actions and attacks on a frequent basis,” she writes. Her complaint also includes “unwelcome comments that are based on race/nationality and sexual in nature.” She states that this claim “does not include petty slights, annoyances, and isolated incidents, but does include incidents that are unwelcome, intimidating, hostile and/or offensive.” Tribbensee states that the abusive nature and on-going hostile working environment are one

reason the previous clerk, Stacy Bartlett, left. “Prior to reporting to duty, Ms. Bartlett tried to warn me about the hostile nature of the work; however, I brushed it off as I have successfully dealt with difficult councils in the past, never imagining how bad it really is in Stevensville,” she wrote. The next 17 pages of the complaint include a list of incidents beginning on July 9, 2018, Tribbensee’s first day on the job, up through October 4, 2018 when she filed the complaint. In conclusion, Tribbensee states that these activities, events, behaviors, etc. are having a detrimental impact on her health, both physically and emotionally and adversely affecting her ability to do her job. “The fact the Town Council acted with full knowledge that a hostile work place exists directly related to them, and reversed the Mayor’s attempts to prevent further unwarranted, unwelcome See COMPLAINT, page 3

Proposed petition to recall Stevi mayor gets initial review

By Michael Howell

According to Ravalli County Clerk and Recorder Regina Plettenberg, Mark Adams of Stevensville filed a preliminary recall petition on Friday, October 12, requesting an election be held on the question of whether Stevensville Mayor Brandon Dewey should be recalled for Official Misconduct. The reasons given to recall Dewey were: First, that he “knowingly performed an act in his official capacity which he knew was forbidden by law by accessing individuals’ emails on the Town of Stevensville’s server without permission from the individuals and without following the procedure outlined in the Town of Stevensville Policy Manual.” [MCA 45-7-401] Secondly, that “when he was the administrative assistant to the

Town of Stevensville, he set up both the Town’s website and the email system. He never followed the rules set forth in this section.” [MCA 2-17-552] Third, “The Montana Constitution, Article II, Section 10 states that an individual’s right to privacy shall not be infringed except when the state has an interest. Brandon Dewey accessed the Town Council members’ emails for purely personal reasons. This is a violation of the Montana Constitution. As such it is a breach of the Mayor’s Oath of Office.” Plettenberg said that the County Attorney’s office was reviewing the legal grounds, the content and the form of the petition to be sure it meets the state’s criteria for a valid petition. “They will either approve the petition for circulation and gathering of signatures, or they will return it with comments and recommendations related to the

deficiencies. The petition applicant may then re-submit the petition for further review.” She expects to hear back from the attorney in a short time. If approved, it will be too late to place the petition on the November ballot and a special election would have to be held. Adams could not be reached on Monday for comment in time for the newspaper deadline. Mayor Dewey said that statements from the Town’s Attorney Brian West have made it “pretty clear that Council has no expectation of privacy in the emails that I accessed. They were not privileged by any stretch of the imagination. So I guess, to me, after reading the petition, I don’t see how a constitutional right to privacy has been infringed. They are public officials using a public email server, conducting public business.”

budget there was a $120,000 deficit and then we found the money, but yet we are fighting just to get decent computers for the Council to conduct their business like they need to. I don’t know what’s going on, where the money is coming from, where it was. I just feel like we need to just look into it.” Asked by Councilmember Raymond Smith if the employees were given a pay raise, Mayor Brandon Dewey said that no wages and salaries had yet been adopted. “We adopted a budget but without any wages and salaries? I don’t understand that,” said Smith. Dewey explained that the Council approved the budget which gives “spending authority” for the wages and salaries, but Montana Code requires that actual wages and salaries be adopted in a separate resolution. “There is a confusion amongst the Council between the

budget and the cash on hand and the authority to spend that cash,” said Dewey. Dewey said he didn’t know who they proposed to have do the audit but that a budget update meeting might be more appropriate and they could get into any questions they may have about any particular budget items and any questions about the cash on hand. Barker said that Michalson, who was absent, has all the documentation about their concerns so she could not elaborate. “Maybe we should discuss it at a different meeting,” she said. Holcomb said, “It’s best to table this until we have all four of us here.” She withdrew her motion to do a special audit and moved to table the issue until October 22. In public comment, Vicki Motley requested that the Council

Stevi Council wants ‘special audit’ of 2018-19 FY budget Editor’s Note: This story ran last week but the bulk of it was inadvertently omitted so here it is in its entirety. By Michael Howell

Scarlett Gard of Stevensville was the judges’ first place selection in the Grades 4-6 category in the Pumpkin Contest held during the Scarecrow Festival. Victoria Howell photo.

At the request of Council President Bob Michalson and Councilmember Stacie Barker, the Stevensville Town Council considered conducting a “special audit” regarding the Town’s 201819 FY budget at its September 24. Michalson was not in attendance. Barker stated that after the budget was first brought forward, “We obviously came up with money for an employee pay raise of about $11,000. We feel like maybe some things need to be looked at and some questions answered. We need to have a special audit done.” Councilmember Robin Holcomb said, “I’m in agreement because when we first started the

See STEVI, page 3

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Page 2 -- Bitterroot Star

Trapped! What will you do if your best friend steps in a trap? Traps are hidden & baited. Traps are indiscriminate. Traps can be almost anywhere . . .

Trap-Release Workshop Presented by Footloose Montana

saturday, October 20th • • • 1 - 3 pm • • •

YES YOU CAN!!!

NORTH VALLEY LIBRARY 208 Main Street, Stevensville

Learn:

• Become a CNA in 6 weeks • Become an LPN in 2-3 semesters

FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

• What to look for to avoid traps

While working part/full time with benefits!

• Hands-on practice releasing traps

Come Grow With Us!

• First Aid • What to carry with you to save your pet

Polly has survived two traps

406-777-5411 • 63 Main Street, Stevensville michael@livingcenter.com

Delivery Service Monday-Friday 777-4663

Sale good thru 10/23/18

Check out our in-store weekly grocery & natural foods flyer!

Shop the Fork for Grape Fall Savings! At the Fork we are loaded with local spooky pumpkins just in time for Halloween, get them while the selection is spooktacular! We are also ex”cider”ed to get Swanson’s fresh apple cider & local Mac apples. Coming soon for savings beyond belief, BFM’S famous Moonlight Sale! Have a grape day & save time & money at the Fork! Sign up to win a Monster sports helmet! Monster drinks 3 for $5! Red & Green Seedless Grapes

Yoplait Yogurt

Montana Fall Squash

Local Red Onions

Hutterite Red potatoes

Fresh Cranberries

Spooky Local Pumpkins

Local MacIntosh Apples

2 3 3 1 79¢ 99¢ 2 $5 $199 29¢ $3750 $

lbs.

for

Great Snack!

First 6/assorted

Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast

Assorted

Black Angus Petite Sirloin Steak

5 lbg.s ba

lb.

Local Flavor

Fresh Limes

Local Flavor

Gala, Fuji Snappers

Value Pak

USDA Choice

Lemons 2 for $1

3 1

& Granny Smith

Honey Crisp Apples

On the Vine Tomatoes

Head Lettuce

Big Buy Daily’s Bacon

48 lb.

$ 77 lb.

X-Fancy WA Johnsonville Flame Grilled Brats

$ 98 14 oz.

Assorted

Tillamook Salted & Unsalted Butter

$ 99 First 2

1 lb.

Bayern Dopplebock

$ 99 6 pak

First of Season!

lb.

98 lb.

BLT time!

2 3

Red & Yellow Potatoes

Fresh Express Premium Salads

lb.

for

3 lb. bag

head

Wedge Time

99 1 lb.

12 oz. bag

Save!

Organic Avocados

each

Black Angus Ground Chuck

$ 98 lb.

Save!

85 % lean/choice

Black Angus Tri Tip Roast

Bakery Fresh Dinner Rolls

9-11 Assorted

2 5

USDA Choice

2 5

General Mills Cheerios

Umpqua Ice Cream

Progresso Soups

Yuban & Max house Coffee

15 lb. bag

18-19.5 oz.

Honey Nut

Deschutes, Stella, Elysian Pumpkin

$ 99 6 pak

Save!

bags

98 lb.

2 7 Assorted

18-19 oz. Assorted

Bud Light, Bud Miller LITE, Coors

Pepsi, Dew Diet, A&W

2 3 $

qt 1.75

1599

cans

18 pak cans

Coors Light

$ 99

12 pak

First 2/assorted!

12 ct

So Good!

lb.

Bone in Pork Loin Chops

& Cilantro

Save!

$ 99

Save!

98 lb.

$ 98 lb.

USDA Choice

Organic Yellow & Hutterite Red onions

Organic Fuji & Gala Apples

Save!

lb.

Fresh Pork London Broil

98 lb.

Save!

$ 49 lb.

Save!

Sweet Potatoes & US #1 Yams

$ 29 lb.

Fall Time!

Barilla Pasta

Save!

Cheez-Its Crackers

1000 Stories Red & Zinfandel

25-31 oz.

Black Angus Chuck Roast

Save!

2 3

$ 99

Box

38 lb. Box

16 oz.

Assorted

Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry Sheets

$ 99

17.3 oz.

Save!

Phantom Red & Chardonnay

2 $5 $1299 $1399 s

boxe

9-12 oz. Assorted

Save!

750

Halloween Must!

601 Main St. Stevi • Local Flavor 7 Days a Week! • 7AM - 10PM • 777-4663 • Locally Owned

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Complaint continued

bullying and harassing situations speaks volumes in itself,” she wrote. She said it is the Town’s responsibility to implement preventative and/or proactive steps to ensure the working environment is free from these types of situations. “Because I am constantly on edge, on guard and stressed about what will be the next assault, I am asking for assistance, and act with due diligence to remedy the situation,” she wrote. She ends with a list of questions about the Council’s actions and lack of action in regard to the situation. She also addresses Michalson and Crews specifically. “I also find it extremely disparaging with gender discrimination: ‘hire a new woman and the first thing she does is rearrange the furniture’, ‘the ladies in the office get beat up’, ‘Council has the right to access you ladies’, you are just secretaries’, Mr. Michalson and Mr. Crews use these types of expressions on a frequent basis, with both referring to us as “the ladies in the office.” She states that she is “deeply offended by Mr. Michalson’s ‘Tribal’ comments and his statement to my husband in front of me and my coworkers that they are sleeping with the wrong wives.” “In closing, Mr. Michalson, Mr. Crews and Councilmembers have created an oppressive and hostile work environment for me and my co-workers. I can no longer ignore the palpable risk of their abusive conduct and the effects it has on my mental and

Choir

continued

literacy schools to enable the very neediest children to get a foot up into proper education. Meanwhile, the continuing care, education and development of returning Choir children was assured through the proceeds of Choir tours and the generosity of sponsors and donors. In the last 35 years, over a

physical health. I personally find Mr. Michalson’s behavior abhorrent, it is undignified, embarrassing and degrading. I am having sleepless nights while wondering what the next day will bring,” she wrote. “I cannot say it enough, the work environment is negative, unproductive and demoralizing. Staff is under such scrutiny that it is hard to stay focused, efficient and accurate,” she concludes. She states that it is not only affecting her, but everyone in the office and asks for the Council’s attention to the matter. Asked if she had any comments about the complaint, Tribbensee said, “Yes, I just want people to know that this was not my agenda, that I came to Stevensville extremely excited for the opportunity to work here. I left a very high-powered, high-paying position and thought I had a lot of talents I could bring here. “I did not put this claim in lightly,” she said. “I just want people to know what is happening here to me, to my co-workers and Mayor Dewey and while I was initially shocked as each day went by and the hostility went on and at times intensified, I watched as my co-workers broke down in tears, suffering stress, as I have. We are all in survival mode and we are just wanting Council to let us do our jobs. We are all very talented. We have a lot to offer. We give 110%. “I guess the message I want to get out is that we are here to do the job if the Council and the Mayor would just let and stop all this pettiness, but we are in a debilitating mode right now.”

Mayor Dewey said that the Town had hired a third party attorney from Missoula, Malin Stearns-Johnson, to investigate the complaint and provide a report. He said that the Montana Municipal Interlocal Authority had been notified as well. According to Dewey, the town has no policy concerning a complaint made against the Council by administrative staff and that the Council has no official standard of conduct. “My hope is that based on the findings of the investigation we can have some conversations with all those involved and move toward a resolution,” said Dewey. He stated that he was also working with the attorney to isolate Mr. Crews’ contact with town staff. “We have had other complaints of stalking and harassment by Mr. Crews,” he said. “We won’t cut off his access to participate, but will structure it to protect the rights of the employees,” said Dewey. Council President Bob Michalson, contacted on Monday for comment, said that he had been out of town and had not read the complaint yet and would refrain from commenting. Former mayor Jim Crews said that the mayor was going to send him a copy but that he hadn’t

thousand vulnerable children have been through the Choir program and the funds they have generated have provided the opportunity of education and hope for many thousands like them in some of the most desperate and needy areas of Africa. The African Children’s Choir is coming to the Bitterroot Valley to perform at the Hamilton High School Performing Arts Center on Thursday, November 1 at 7 p.m.

received it yet. He said he has had maybe a dozen conversations with the clerk and they were all polite and pleasant. “Hell, she even invited me to lunch,” he said. “I don’t know what this is all about. I’m not really concerned about it. I haven’t been mean, nasty or aggressive. This is somebody’s figment of their imagination or something.” Crews said that he had heard there were some unfounded claims in the complaint. “I’m not involved in some conspiracy or anything. I have a right to express my opinions. If I go to a council meeting and don’t like something, I have a right to express my opinion. If somebody doesn’t like that, maybe they need to move to communist China.” Crews said the whole thing goes back to when the Mayor told Michalson he had been spending a lot of time at Crews’ house and he wanted him to know that he was being watched. “If what I’m hearing is true about this complaint,” he said, “then I feel like I’m being stalked and that’s very serious too, when a private citizen cannot go see what his government is doing.” “I’m not going to say any more. I’m going to call an attorney,” said Crews.

In Loving Memory of Ruger My best friend and constant companion. He was killed by a service truck from a Missoula tractor dealer as he slept near the front door of our home.

Rest In Peace, Big Guy.

Tom Stellick

Bitterroot Star -- Page 3

Stevi

continued tell the public who will be doing the audit and what the cost will be. Michael Sharkey said, “We need some specificity in the issues, not just you feel like it should be done.” Former mayor Gene Mim Mack said he would encourage the motion sponsors to consider their wording. “A budget is just a document full of numbers that you agree to at the beginning of the year,” said Mim Mack. “A special audit of the budget is non-sense. It seems to me you are suggesting you want to know how the money has been spent or allocated from budget passage to this date. The Treasurer submits that information regularly and it is readily available to the public and the council. “The idea of a special audit

also infers an illegality and you are looking for something illegal. If you are suggesting that, then it needs to be presented so that the public knows what your concerns are, because those kinds of concerns are very important to the public. You need to have substantial information about what you are looking for, just to get a cost estimate. And special audits may be more expensive than a regular audit.” The vote was 3 to 0 to table the issue until October 22. In other business, the Council approved an amendment to the 2017-2018 FY budget in the amount of $6,119.15 to cover a late invoice from the period for work done on two of the town’s new fire engines. The Council also approved the Mayor’s recommendation of Kent Myers and Dan Kerslake to serve as Urban Supervisors to the Bitterroot Conservation District.

Hamilton

Train & Toy Show Sat Oct 20th • 10am - 4pm Hamilton Senior Center

Corner of Adirondack & North 4th $3 Admission • Children w/parents FREE Model Trains, Railroad Antiques, Collectibles, Memorabilia, books & more…

Need Help in the North Valley area? -- Stranded, Accident, Locked out or Flat Tire? -- Call us!

998 N. First Hamilton Mt 363-4050

• Prompt • Courteous • Professional

Congratulations

SHS 2018 Boys’ Golf Team & Coach Jack Filcher

Coach Jack Filcher, Sean Craft, Jayce Painter, Zel Frost, Ivan Yazvak, Jacob Watters, Jasi Oyler (SHS Girls)

3rd Place at State (1st state trophy ever!)

TEAMING UP

to treat you sooner.

Get top-quality cardiac care – without the wait.

When it comes to cardiac care, seeing a specialist sooner rather than later not only helps you stay proactive with your health – it provides much-needed peace of mind. Billings Clinic Heart and Vascular at Community Medical Center combines nationally renowned cardiac expertise with a longstanding tradition of providing personalized care to every patient. It’s what we’ve been doing from day one.

We are Proud of You

We are now seeing patients at Community Physician Group in Stevensville two days a month.

(406) 327-4646 | communitymed.org

Page 4 -- Bitterroot Star

Bitterroot Star Editorial Board Michael Howell Victoria Howell

Opinion

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Guest Comment

Stand up and be heard - vote! By Diane Thomas-Rupert, Stevensville

Stand up and be heard. Vote! Montana Women and Men - STAND UP and BE HEARD! Make sure you are letting law makers know we will not allow sexual harassment and sexual assault to continue! No women or men should be afraid to report. What has happened to us? Are we no longer decent human beings? Where has our respect for others’ rights gone? Look at this headline: “GOP Lawmaker Rips Mic From Democratic Candidate’s Hands During Debate. When he was done talking, Rep. Duane Quam just tossed the mic in front of her.” There are hundreds more of these headlines. What have we become? We want to say about the younger

Tester supports veterans

Dear Editor, Jon Tester is a champion for my family. Several years ago, my wife was sent to UCLA’s Medical Center for highly specialized care and received a bill for nearly $20,000, but TriCare refused to pay the bill. She contacted TriCare numerous times to no avail. Finally, when UCLA said they would need to put us on a payment plan, she contacted both of our senators and our congressman. Our congressman sent her a form letter that said he didn’t believe in the Affordable Care Act - I guess neither he nor his staff read her letter since it had nothing to do with the ACA. One of our senators never responded. But Jon Tester got back to us immediately and resolved the problem. Her entire bill was approved and paid by TriCare after Jon intervened. For my wife and me, Jon Tester’s work to improve care for Montana veterans isn’t the “little stuff.” If Matt Rosendale was really looking out for veterans, he would not trivialize our health care and the work Jon has done for us. But Rosendale is not looking out for us - he’s looking out for himself. We encourage all Montana vets to vote for Tester, because he not only says he cares about our vets, he does everything he can to help us! John Meakin Stevensville

Arizona’s educational experiment Dear Editor, America’s Federalism

Letters

provides an opportunity for various states to act as laboratories for innovative policies that other states can observe. For example, Montanans can observe Colorado’s failed marijuana legalization experiment and be warned. Another state that bears watching is Arizona’s innovative educational choice experiment called Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) which began in 2011 for certain students and is expanding to include all students. An ESA is essentially a prepaid bank card that parents can use to pay for their child’s education costs—books, tutoring, private school tuition, and educational therapy, for example. Any unused account funds from year to year will be rolled over in anticipation of future educational expenses, including college costs. With the ESAs, participating families receive 90 percent of the funding that the state would have spent on the student at their district school. When parents control funding, they have leverage. If something about their child’s schooling isn’t working, Empowerment Scholarship Accounts give parents the freedom and the funds to choose options that do work for them. The bill that Gov. Doug Ducey signed into law last year expanded eligibility further, to include all of Arizona’s K-12 students. However, special-interest groups forced the expansion onto a ballot initiative, which will determine whether the new openeligibility policy will continue. In 2018, the Empowerment Scholarship Account option gave more than 5,000 students control over their schooling, and the program seems to be working. It not only saves the state 10% of their

Quality and Experience you can Trust since 1992 The Best Computer Service in the Valley Visit our Store for a Wide Variety of Computer Products

Remote Computer Repair Options Available

222 N 2nd St Hamilton MT

363-1540 www.HamiltonComputer.com

generation, “they have no respect” but adults stand up behind the President of the United States and say “Lock Her Up” because she reported a sexual assault! If you want this to change Vote Out or Don’t Vote For anyone who would represent Montana in local elections, the US Senate or House of Representatives who condones these kinds of behaviors. STAND UP and SPEAK OUT against anyone that thinks sexual assault is “no big deal.” Please be sure you are registered to vote and exercise your right to vote on November 6th. This election is very important.

• Competitive Rates • Custom Built Computers • Laptops • Repair & Upgrades • Spyware/Malware Removal • Consulting & Networking

Bitterroot Star

Office: 115 W. 3rd Street, #108 • Stevensville Mailing: P.O. Box 8 • Stevensville MT 59870 Phone: (406) 777-3928 • Fax: (406) 777-4265 Website: www.bitterrootstar.com E-mail: editor@bitterrootstar.com

Publishers - Michael & Victoria Howell Editors - Michael & Victoria Howell Sports Editor - Jean Schurman Advertising Sales Consultants Jean Schurman (239-4354) & Liz Cook (880-2007) Graphic Designer - Deven Monta The Bitterroot Star is published weekly at 115 W. 3rd Street, Suite 108, Stevensville, Montana. Subscriptions are $40 per year in Ravalli County, $50 per year out of county, and $60 out of state. The Postal Service will no longer forward the Bitterroot Star. Address changes to our mailing list are made once a month and can be made by contacting the Star office at 777-3928.

Member Montana Newspaper Association Member Bitterroot Chamber of Commerce Member Stevensville Main Street Association Member Hamilton Downtown Association

education budget annually, the program also benefits both parents and students. Arizona is the only state to see statistically significant gains and no declines in science, math and reading achievement scores. Parents, Montana legislators, and educators should keep an eye on Arizona’s innovative ESA’s. They seem to work great and should be considered for Montana as well. Dennis Hicks Hamilton

A spoonful of sugar

Dear Editor, There is more than a spoonful of sugar in the initiative for increasing the cigarette tax (I-185). It has appeal to many and is supported by much of the medical community, or at least the financial elements. I have only a brief comment which should be of interest to any veteran reading this letter. I’ll try to cut through the election verbiage and hit the core issue. There will be a negative impact upon funding for Veteran Homes! This will occur just when funding will be needed for the new Veteran Home to be established in the Butte area. The original, current cigarette tax was initially established to support veteran homes. This was reflected in the priority for allocation of funds which currently places Veteran Homes as “First to Receive.” The proposed initiative will change that to “Following.” Yes, following all the new programs proposed to be funded by this initiative - see page 6 {MCA 16-11-119(2)}. Comrades, support for our needy veterans is threatened just when the need is greater. The Veteran Homes will pay the price of a low funding cap accompanied by reduced priority. Before you vote, go figure. Edward Sperry Col USAF (ret) Stevensville

Support for Williams

Dear Editor, We will soon vote for Montana’s only U.S. Representative. The choice is clear. Kathleen Williams is an experienced state legislator who has successfully worked across the aisle to find fair solutions to complex problems. Her knowledge of the legislative process is extensive. Her varied job experience in natural resources is impressive. Kathleen’s website presents thorough, feasible, proposals on all major issues including healthcare, jobs, education, agriculture, civil rights, etc. She has rare expertise relating to water rights, water policy and the needed science to support decisions. Kathleen is a strong supporter of public land. She also has the right temperament. She cares about Montana and the people of Montana. She has traveled the state having real two-way conversations, gathering concerns and responding with much more than trite slogans. She listens. She is a critical thinker. She can relate, is diligent, articulate and honest. Kathleen will not be one of the wealthiest members of Congress. Nor has she lied, before being convicted of assault. Instead of being yet another embarrassment, Kathleen will be someone who promotes civility, conscientious analysis of issues, and viable solutions that work for our nation and the people of Montana. Kathleen is by far the best choice for all of us in this critical election. Judith Fraser Hamilton

Support for Gorski Dear Editor, The 85th Session of the Montana Legislature passed legislation making medical bills more transparent. Passed legislation making it possible for new medical insurors to compete in Montana. Thanks to the 85th Session, there are test programs helping

Bransby Law Firm P.C.

Handling Guardianship & Conservatorship Matters

4-5 year old children have access to educational opportunities. Test programs needing cost/benefit study. Thanks to the 85th Session there’s a bit more improvement with regulation of campaign finance in Montana. January 7, 2019, the 100member, Montana House of Representatives goes into 90-day Session. Two very well respected professional women are running to represent House District 88. I am voting for Margaret Gorski to work for improvements in state health care, education and campaign finance. There’s a bonus in voting for Margaret. The Bitterroot valley will still have an experienced, respected legislator dealing with the USFS. Face it, Senator Pat Connell of Senate District 44 will not be in the 86th Session. He was Chair of the Senate Interim Water Policy Committee. On the Senate Natural Resources Committee. Also served as Vice Chair of the Senate Interim Energy and Telecommunications Committee. And open mindedly listened to voter expressed objectives. Without Pat, in my opinion, there will be only one person in the 86th Session experienced in issues and politics of working with USFS forest management. By electing Margaret Gorski, we will have not one but two people in the 86th Legislature experienced with issues and politics of working with the USFS. There’s not much quit in Margaret Gorski. That’s very important, just in case, like the 85th, the 86th Session gets detoured by what are politely called partisan politics (but in fact are more like party dominance politics). Margaret has the real world job experience that other Representatives can relate to. She has budgeting experience that will place her on working committees where she will leverage objectives of her constituents. By the way, my bias is against what are called establishment Democrats. They are Democrats biased toward their corporate donors. Margaret Gorski is running as a Democrat. She is not an establishment Democrat. If you live outside of HD 88, and have connections with people who live within HD 88, get informed and help your connections get informed about House candidate Margaret Gorski. Margaret Gorski is a bright, effective worker with a solid track record of community involvement. Bob Williams Stevensville

Leave free market alone

Dear Editor, The market is not free if government is controlling it and taxing it. The article on “State minimum wage to increase” sounds so nice but has anyone asked the question: What business does the government have telling an employer how much he has to pay an employee? Doesn’t anyone remember that it was the free market, unencumbered by government, that made America great? As for the articles on the various candidates and what they have done, just one thing to

Dear Editor, I have been in funeral service over 50 years in the State of Montana, 40 of those years in Ravalli County. During those years in Ravalli County I have had the privilege to work directly with law enforcement personnel in Ravalli County, including Perry Johnson. Perry is a very knowledgeable member of our county regarding the law. He knows it well and reads people in all walks of life and being fair with them. I have worked directly with Perry when he was Ravalli County Sheriff and County Coroner. He is very compassionate to family members facing tragedy and when facing the loss of a loved one. Perry did an excellent job as Ravalli County Sheriff and Coroner and I feel he would equally do an excellent job as Justice of the Peace if elected on November 6, 2018. Dean Whitesitt Stevensville

Charities facing crisis, there’s help

Dear Editor, For centuries, people have been donating to charity, supporting the causes and organizations most important to them. Sadly, charities are facing a crisis now— the number of people giving to charity is shrinking. Most charities rely on individual giving to survive. A new bill recently introduced in Congress, called the Everyday Philanthropist Act, helps make giving easier. The Everyday Philanthropist Act allows employees to designate part of their paycheck to be given to charities of their choice pre-tax through a Flexible Giving Account. You, your family, or your coworkers could lower your taxes by giving to your favorite charity through your employer. Help make charitable giving easier for the Everyday Philanthropist. Visit TheGreaterGive.org to learn more. Jennifer Zisser, Director The Greater Give Madison, Wisconsin

Letters Policy

Although it is solely at the discretion of the owners/ editors, in the interest of promoting free speech it is the policy of the Bitterroot Star to print all letters as space permits, with very few exceptions. If you don’t see yours, call Victoria at 777-3928.

Call 363-5311 or visit our website at www.montanapets.org

WE CAN HELP!

Come see all the wonderful animals waiting for someone special like you!

We also handle Family Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Civil Law matters, and offer Settlement Master services.

(406) 777-1000

Support for Johnson

Looking for a new member of the family?

• When a family member can no longer care for themselves • Protect the legal rights and property of minor children • Make financial and healthcare decisions for family member

FREE CONSULTATION

remember - Democrats are tax and spend socialists who want government to do nice things for the citizens. Republicans, with the exception of RINOs, want to get government off our back and out of our wallet and let Americans take care of themselves. The very simple question to be answered: Do you want government to take money from people who earn it to give it to people who did not earn it? A simple yes or no will do. Frank Novotny Victor

Bitter Root Humane Association would like to thank:

Kenneth Bransby Attorney

www.bransbylaw.com

515 Main Street, Stevensville, MT 59870

320 4th Ave PO Box 333 Victor, MT 59875

Hannah Whitney

(406) 642-6800

Calendar

Hamilton Senior Center activities

Monday: Lunch 11:45 a.m.12:30 p.m. Saturday: Bingo 1st week 12-5 p.m.; Flea care 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m.; Bingo 1st & 3rd weeks 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesday: Line dancing 10-11:30 a.m.; lunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; Toastmasters 12:30 p.m.; Clogging 2-4:30 p.m. Wednesday: Lunch 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Bridge 1-5 p.m. Thursday - Exercise 9-10 a.m.; Steppin Out dance class 7-9 p.m.; Pinochle 2nd & 3rd weeks 1-5 pm. Friday – Line dancing 10-11:30 a.m.; Lunch 11:45 market 2nd week 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday - Bridge 1-5 p.m.; 2nd week Church of Christ Potluck 12:30-2:30 p.m.

Stevi Senior Center activities

Monday-Friday: Free coffee, 8-11 a.m., Lunch, 11:30 a.m. Monday: Bridge, 12:15 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday: Exercise class, 10-11 a.m. Tuesday: Quilters, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday: Paint with Sue, 1-3 p.m. (1:30 on 3rd Wednesday) Every Other Wednesday: Fiddlers at Lunch 3rd Wednesday: Special Birthday Lunch, 12 noon, with music. Blood pressures taken. 1st & 3rd Friday: Cribbage, 3-5 p.m. Friday: Pinochle, 12:15; Monday & Saturday, 7 p.m. For more information call the Center at 777-5681.

Victor Senior Center activities

Monday-Friday - Men’s Coffee, 8 a.m. Monday-Friday - Lunch, 11:30 a.m. Includes main course, salad bar, dessert, beverage. Donation 60 and over $3.50, under 60 $6 (RSVP 642-3320) Tuesdays: Bingo, 6 p.m. Wednesdays: Pinochle with snacks, 7 p.m. Fridays - Ladies’ Coffee, 10 a.m. Everyone welcome. Victor Senior Center is located at 246 5th Avenue.

Florence senior lunches

Lunch is available through the Council on Aging for senior citizens and others in the Florence area on Mondays at the Florence Fire Hall. Serving begins at 11:30 a.m. Prices are: 60 and over $3.50, under 60 - $6.00. For more information, call the Council on Aging at 363-5690.

Lolo senior lunches

Lolo senior lunch group (60+) meets Thursday at 11 a.m. at local restaurants for food, friendship and fun. There is a $4 voluntary contribution but no one is turned away. Congregate lunches through MAS and CBS. Call 926-

2135 to schedule your lunch.

Golden Agers

The Golden Age Club is located at 727 S. 5th in Hamilton. The club’s business meeting is held on the first Wednesday of every month at 1 p.m. All members are asked to attend to review activities and plan new ones. Cake and ice cream is served. Card games (pinochle, multi-bid racehorse) are played on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesday and 3rd Monday of the month at 1 p.m. There is a $2 charge per person. Exercise classes are held every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9 a.m. Blood pressure is checked every third Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m. Guests are welcome. The hall is also available for members to use for personal activities. A monetary donation to cover hall expenses is expected. For more information call 3630142.

AA meetings

Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the following times and places: Tuesday: 7 p.m., St. Mary’s Parish basement, 333 Charlo Street, Stevensville Wednesday: Big Book Study Meeting, 7 p.m., St. Joseph Mission, 224 Linder Street, Florence Thursday: 7 p.m., St. Mary’s Parish basement, 333 Charlo Street, Stevensville Friday: Discussion Meeting, 7:30 p.m., St. Joseph Mission, 224 Linder Street, Florence

Al-Anon

Stevensville Al-Anon Group will meet each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at The Living Centre, 57 Main Street, effective January 1. Note change of meeting place. Anyone who is affected by the compulsive drinking of a relative or friend is invited. For more information call 239-0878.

Narcotics Anon

Narcotics Anonymous meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Parish Center, 411 S. 5th, Hamilton (north entrance).

Free Indeed

Free Indeed, a faith-based addiction support group, meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 230 3rd Avenue in Victor. Contact Donald Layman at 203-8579 or Pastor Jim Landis at 642-9849.

Gamblers Anon

Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church, 411 S. 5th Street in Hamilton.

Overeaters Anon

Overeaters Anonymous meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church (west door), 1220 W. Main, Hamilton. For more information call 3632512.

Morning TOPS

Take Off Pounds Sensibly

Professional & Service Directorytt

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

(TOPS), a weight loss support group, meets in Stevensville every Thursday at the Community Baptist Church, 409 Buck Street. Weigh-in starts at 8 a.m. and meetings start at 9:30 a.m. Meetings are fun while learning to eat healthier and lose some pounds. Guests are always welcome. Call Becky at 642-6368 or Margie at 375-5439 for more information. Check out the website at www. tops.org.

Evening TOPS

The evening TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Kootenai Creek Village Clubhouse. For information call Judy Burke at 777-2743.

WIC clinics

Ravalli County WIC is a nutrition education program that serves pregnant, post-partum, and breastfeeding women, children from birth to age 5 and women whose pregnancies have ended early. WIC also welcomes dads, grandparents, and foster families. The WIC program is offered In Hamilton Monday through Thursday 8:30-4:30 at 205 Bedford Street, Suite P, District Courthouse Building in Hamilton. The Stevensville clinic is open on Wednesdays at the United Methodist Church, 216 College Street in Stevensville. The Victor Clinic is the second Tuesday of the month at the Victor Nazarene Church. The Darby clinic is open every month on the third Monday of the month at the Darby Library. Income guidelines are 1-$22,459; 2- $30,451; 3-$38,443; 4-$46,435; 5-$54,427. For each additional family member add $7,992. Call 406-375-6685 for more information or see on Facebook; www. facebook.com/Ravalli-CountyWIC.

Hamilton American Legion

Hamilton American Legion Post 47 invites all veterans and family members of veterans to the monthly meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the American Legion Post at 322 S. 2nd Street.

Stevensville American Legion

The Stevensville American Legion Post 94 meets on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Post Home on Middle Burnt Fork Road. A veterans’ breakfast is held every Wednesday at 9 a.m. at C.J.’s Den in Stevensville. For more information contact Jerry Esmay, 777-5517.

American Legion Auxiliary

Fort Owen Unit 94, Stevensville, American Legion Auxiliary meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Call Cheryl at 531-4132 for more information.

Stevi VFW

The Stevensville VFW 1507 meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Frontier Café.

Marine Corps League

The Marine Corps League welcomes all Marines from all eras, along with Corpsmen and Chaplains who have served with the FMF. The League is a national veterans’ organization that include members of all ranks, all MOS, active duty, reserves, honorably discharged veterans and retirees. It carries on the traditions of the Corps, support Marines still serving, and assist those who have left

ST. STEPHENS EPISCOPAL CHURCH 203 Stevensville••777-0028 360-2661 203Main MainSt. • Stevensville

Sunday Worship 12 p.m. noon Worship at 12:00 In this Church there In this Church thereshall shall be no outcasts. be outcasts.

Bitterroot Star -- Page 5

Saint Augustine Church In the Anglican Tradition

Services Sunday at 10am 206 E Ravalli Hamilton 642-3085

We use 1928 Book of Common Prayer

the service when needed. Meetings are on the 4th Thursday of every month, January to October at 7:30 p.m. for general meetings at the Eagles Lodge, 125 N. 2nd Street, Hamilton. Activities include Toys for Tots, Honor Guards for veteran funerals and Color Guards for parade events, rifle and pistol matches, and support of Marines and the community, and a Marine Birthday celebration in November. An SOS Breakfast and informal get-together for members, spouses, family and friends is held every first Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from January to December at the Hangar Cafe, Ravalli County Airport, Hamilton. It’s an opportunity to get acquainted, exchange ideas, and share sea stories from the past. For more information contact Meade Phillips at 520-9916386 or at USMCmeadeMCL@ aol.com or visit www.mclnational. org or www.montanamcl.org .

Story Time every Tuesday at 11 a.m. for all children under five years old with a caregiver. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play at your library, 101-1/2 S. Marshall St. Call 821-4771 or email: staff@ darbylibrary.net for information.

Soroptomist

Doll Club

Stevi Masons

Model train club

Soroptomist International of Hamilton invites you to join them at their meetings the first and second Thursday of every month, at noon, at BJ’s Restaurant in Hamilton. Soroptomist is an organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls. For more information, contact Dixie Dies at 961-4812.

The Stevensville Masonic Lodge #28 meets on the first and third Thursdays of the month at 300 Church Street, Stevensville. Stated meetings are on the first Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and special dinners are on the third Thursday at 6:30 p.m. For information or membership email: stevilodge28@ gmail.com.

Victor Masons

Victor Masonic Lodge #43 meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. The Lodge is located on Main above Farmers State Bank. For information on membership, email plycoupe1936@msn.com.

Eastern Star

Naomi Chapter #19, Order of the Eastern Star, meets the first and third Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Victor Lodge building located on Main Street above Farmers State Bank, Victor. Leona Chapter #31, Order of the Eastern Star, meets the first and third Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Masonic Lodge building, 115 S. 3rd Street (next to the Fire Station), Hamilton. For inquiries contact, email: teslrudd@gmail.com.

Volunteer opp

Pantry Partners Food Bank in Stevensville needs volunteers. For more information contact Dawn Richard at 360-4637 (leave message).

BPL storytime

It’s never too early to introduce your baby or toddler to the wonderful world of books and reading. Together you will discover the joy of songs, finger plays, simple books and bouncing rhymes. The toddler storytime for babies through age 2 meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the downstairs meeting room of the Bitterroot Public Library. Toddler storytime lasts approximately 45 minutes. For more information, call 363-1670.

DCPL storytime

Learning to read begins before children start school. Your public library promotes early literacy and social development with weekly programming for children. The Darby Community Public Library offers a weekly Children’s

Fiber Arts Guild

Big Sky Fiber Arts Guild meets the last Saturday of every month. If you are a wool spinner or work with fibers, contact Marty at 777-2421 for location or information.

Knitters Guild

The Knotty Knitters Guild of the Bitterroot meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Yarn Center, 110 Pinckney Street, Hamilton. This knitters guild is friendly, fun, and includes knitters of all levels, from beginners to master knitters. All are welcome.

The Bitterroot Blizzard Doll Club meets monthly, usually the second Thursday of the month, to share a passion for dolls, bears, toys, miniatures and paper dolls. Members rotate hosting the meeting so call or email for the time and location of the next meeting. Contact Kay Schrader, 406-3607214, schrader1501@blackfoot. net.

The Bitterroot Valley Model Railroaders (BVMRR) run their trains in the basement of the Kohl Building, downtown Stevensville, during the following times: First Friday of each month, 5 to 7 p.m. and third Saturday of each month, 1 to 4 p.m. If interested in joining the club, contact Tony Oberting at 273-0006.

Amateur Radio Club

The Bitterroot Amateur Radio Club meets on the third Monday of every month at BJ’s Restaurant in Hamilton starting at 7 p.m. Come early and enjoy a meal and fellowship.

Draft Horse and Mule Club

The Bitterroot Draft Horse and Mule Club meets every second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at Community Baptist Church, 409 Buck Street, Stevensville. Members drive everything from mini, to mule, to draft horse. Haven’t driven but would like to learn? This is the club for you! Don’t have a horse but would like to get involved? There is always welcome help and there is always a spot on a wagon somewhere. Members do rides as well and have events scheduled throughout the year. For more information call Jasmin at 406-493-4978.

Lions Club

The Hamilton Lions Club welcomes you to attend its weekly Tuesday noon meeting at BJs in Hamilton. The club strength – besides being low key and getting a lot done – is helping provide assistance for glasses and hearing aids in Ravalli County. Contact Dixie Dies, 961-4812, for more information.

Three Mile bingo

Bingo is held every first and third Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Three Mile Community/Senior Center, 1064 Three Mile Creek Road. Proceeds go to build a new center. For information call 7773710.

Toastmasters

Effectively formulate and

Our Savior Lutheran Church and Preschool

184 Pine Hollow Road Stevi, MT 59870

Worship 9am Sunday School at 10:15 Wed 7pm Service

Preschool 8:45-11:30am 3’s Tue/Thurs 4’s M/W/F

The Church of Reformation 406-777-5625 • www.oslcmt.weebly.com Find us on Facebook

express your ideas! Bitterroot Toastmasters Club (BTC) meets Tuesdays from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. at the Hamilton Senior Center, 820 N. 4th Street, to support personal development and empower communication and leadership skills. The words we speak convey a great deal! Do you mean what you say when you communicate during a job interview or with your boss, coworkers, and family? Wouldn’t you like to feel more confident, credible, and concise in your speaking presentation? Bitterroot Toastmasters can help! BCT members are given opportunities to wear different hats and fulfill many roles. Visit the website at bitterroot.toastmastersclubs.org or call Douglas Taylor at 406-3813214 or Jeanine New at 303-9292430 for more information.

Men’s Bereavement Breakfast

Marcus Daly Hospice sponsors a Men’s Bereavement Support Breakfast on the second and fourth Friday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Marcus Daly Hospice Dining Room. This breakfast creates a special opportunity for men coping with the death of a spouse or loved one to gather and share their journey of healing. Informal discussions are led by a trained Bereavement Facilitator and address such issues as dealing with grief, loneliness, forming new relationships, single parenting. A donation of $3.00 is appreciated for the meal. For more information call Marcus Daly Bereavement Coordinator at 363-6503.

NAMI family support group

Bitterroot NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is sponsoring a support group for family members that have a loved one with mental illness every Tuesday from 6 to 7 p.m. at Cornerstone, 280 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. If you have a loved experiencing challenging from Mental illness come join us and be a part of solving the problems that you are currently having. Facilitated by trained leaders. For more information call Arleen at 239-1708.

Pregnant/new mom groups

Postpartum Support Circle and Baby Bistro (breastfeeding support) meet on the second Thursday of each month and a Prenatal Support Circle meets on the fourth Thursday of the month. All meetings are held at 109 N. 4th St. Suite 104 in Hamilton from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. For more information, call Sheehan at 6426527 or email bitterrootbreastfeeding@gmail.com.

Breast cancer support group

The Bitterroot Valley breast cancer support group meets the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Daly Leach Memorial Community Room, 1010 W. Main, Hamilton. All are welcome. For information contact Judy Rothie, (406) 564-8613.

MomLife

Bitterroot MomLife is a gathering of moms with kids of all ages, meeting twice a month September-May on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. at Lone Rock Bible Church, 1142 Three Mile Creek Road, Stevensville. Come join in for “grown-up” conversation, brunch, activities, crafts, speakers, Go Deeper discussions and free childcare. For more info call the church office, 777-2592. continued on next page

Page 6 -- Bitterroot Star

Dementia Caregiver Group

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 gmail for more information.

Are you a caregiver of someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia? You’re invited to join in an informal group on the second Friday each month at 1 p.m. at The Living Center Chapel (second floor), 63 Main, Stevensville to share your concerns and experiences with others in a same or similar situation. If you would like to attend, your loved one is welcome to visit with facility residents with staff supervision during the meeting time. For more information contact Kati Aiken at Ravalli County Council on Aging, 363-5690.

Suicide support group

A support group for those who have lost a loved one to suicide meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 12 noon at Riverfront Mental Health Center, 209 N. 10th, Suite A (blue building), Hamilton. The group is hosted by Ravalli County Suicide Prevention Alliance. For information email: rwetzel@wmmhc.org or phone 375-4095.

County recycling

The Ravalli County Recycling drop-off site, 759 US Hwy 93 (across from Don’s Home Center) is open on Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 12 noon, and Mondays, 3 to 6 p.m. Cash paid for aluminum on Saturdays only. Call volunteer coordinator Janice Lee at 360-9895 to learn about volunteer opportunities at either site. Curbside pickup also is available for county residents: call 375-5398 for details.

Three Mile Coffee Club Three Mile Coffee Club meets every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. at 1064 Three Mile Creek Road. Everyone is welcome. Good coffee, conversation and get to know your neighbors. All ages welcome. For information call Colleen at 777-3710.

Quantum Group

The Quantum Group of the Bitterroot meets every other Wednesday (next session August 15) at 7 p.m. at St. Francis Community Center, 515 S. Fifth Street in Hamilton. This is a group of ordinary people who want to learn about quantum theory. They study relevant material (no equations), discuss it and teach one another this important field of science. New members invited and welcomed. E-mail blaise.favara@

The Frame Shop has moved! Call 363-6684 for an appointment hamiltonframeshop@gmail.com

Our Savior Lutheran preschool Now that school has started, is your preschooler starting to feel lonely with siblings gone all day? Is Mom suddenly considered the entertainment? Moms in this situation might benefit from a few preschool mornings. Any restless child absolutely will benefit from interaction with children his or her age, and the fun of art, science and learning activities, books, the chance to make new friends, and fitting into a school environment. Our Savior Lutheran Preschool offers an affordable broad-based program of socialization and learning to prepare 3- and 4-year-olds for kindergarten and life in the world beyond family. For details about the program call the Church at 777-5625 or lead teacher Joyce Andrade at 3692536. You may request an opportunity to sit in on a class with your child to see whether Our Savior is a good fit. Our Savior Lutheran Church and Preschool is affiliated with the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and is located at 184 Pine Hollow Road. Heading south out of Stevensville on the Eastside Highway, pass by Burnt Fork Market, the Country Store, then turn east onto Pine Hollow at the big bend in the road. Cross the canal and you’ll find Our Savior, the church with the three crosses of Calvary in the yard.

HHS Bands Fundraiser

The Hamilton High School Bands are currently taking orders throughout the month of October for their annual Citrus Fruit Fundraiser. The bands sell navel oranges and ruby-red grapefruit in 20 lb. and 40 lb. boxes, and mandarin oranges in 5 lb. boxes. The proceeds from the sale go to help fund music, instruments, tuxedo cleaning and repair, and festival entry fees. The citrus fruit will be delivered in the first week of December, just in time for holiday entertaining. For more information, or to place and order, call the HHS Bandroom at 375-6060 ext. 5216.

PEP program

PEP stands for Personal Employment Plan. PEP Talk is a simple 3-step process to develop your tailored employment vision for future success. It is free and especially suited for folks who are unemployed, underemployed, students, career changers, and anyone unhappy with their current job. This web-based program which the instructor will guide you through contains personalized vocational guidance as well as information on the Montana job market. After orientation, you can access it on your own. Available twice a month through Bitterroot College. Call Literacy Bitterroot (363-2900) or Star Jameson (5465344) for more information.

Art Club at NVLP Art Club is held every Thursday in October at 4 p.m. at the North Valley Public Library.

SIZZLIN’ DEALS! Now $ter3Fa6ctor,9y &9Tra5de-in

Rebates

Ford F-150 4x4 SuperCrew STX

Reg $45,445

NEW 2018

NEW 2

018

2.7L V6 EcoBoost, Auto, 4WD, Pwr Wind/Locks/ Mirrors, Cruise, Back-up Camera, 36 Gal Fuel Tank, Trailer Tow Pkg, Sports Pkg & More

Ford Escape

Now $22,695

After Factory & Trad e-in Rebates

SE 4x4

Reg $28,045

1.5L 4 Cyl EcoBoost, Auto, 4x4, Pwr Wind/Locks/ Driver Seat/Mirrors, Cruise, Heated Front Seats, Cliamte Control, Back-up Camera & More

Bell McCall

300 W. Main • Hamilton • 363-2011 Competitive Prices - Hometown Services

Learn various art techniques and mediums, and create fun projects. This is a great opportunity to get your creative juices flowing, express yourself and meet new friends. This club is suitable for children and teens ages 5-18. Show up on time to hear the instructions. Weekly registration is required. The North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information or to register, call Annika at 777-5061.

Story Time at NVPL

Story Time is an enriching early learning program for toddlers and preschoolers. Join us every Wednesday in October at 10:30 a.m. in the North Valley Public Library’s Community Room. Each week has a different theme, and children can listen to entertaining stories, participate in fun songs and learning activities, and create a cool craft. Each Story Time includes a healthy snack and some time to play with new friends. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville, MT. For more information, call 406-777-5061 or visit northvalleylibrary.org. All library programs are free and open to the public.

After School at NVLP

After School at the Library will be held every Wednesday in October from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the Community Room at North Valley Public Library. Enjoy a quiet place to do homework, crafts, puzzles and games, studying, and Legos! Sign up ahead of time with the Youth Services Specialist for reading tutoring, available for ages 6 & up. After School at the Library is a free program. Snacks are available purchased with funds from North Valley Public Library Foundation and donations. Bring your books, assignments and projects. This program is suitable for all schoolaged children. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call 406-777-5061 or visit northvalleylibrary.org.

Literary Paint a Pumpkin Contest

What do you get when you cross a pumpkin with your favorite book character? A literary pumpkin, of course! Decorate and paint a pumpkin to look like your favorite book character. (Sorry, carved pumpkins not accepted.) Enjoy viewing the pumpkins displayed around the library and vote for your favorite. Drop off your pumpkin no later than October 20 so you can get votes. Go to the library’s website to see examples! Three winners announced on October 31. This contest is open to all ages, even adults. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call 406-7775061 or visit northvalleylibrary. org. All library programs are free and open to the public.

Wed October 17 Economic Development Authority

Ravalli County Economic Development Authority will hold its regular monthly Finance Committee meeting on Wednesday, October 17 from 2:15 to 2:55 p.m., and the regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners on Wednesday, October 17 from 3 to 5 p.m. Both meetings will be held at the RCEDA office, 274 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton. The meetings are open to the public.

Chicken dinner

The Victor Community Church at the corner of 5th and Martin in Victor will be having their annual Fried Chicken Dinner with all the trimmings on Wednesday, October 17 from 5 to 8 p.m. Free will offering. This is a community outreach project for the church. Proceeds will benefit the Victor School Music Department.

Square dance lessons

The museum is located at 205 Bedford, Hamilton. For more information call 363-3338.

Learn to square dance. Beginning lessons will be taught by Boots & Calico caller Ray Dunbar. Classes start Wednesday, October 17 and go through December 12 at Hamilton High School in the Commons room. Classes meet every Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. This class is for new or reviewing dancers, no experience necessary. Learn basic moves in first session and additional moves in second session. It is desirable to have a partner. Wear comfortable shoes and come for fun and excellent mental and physical exercise! Cost is $24 for Hamilton residents, free for seniors 65 and over. Call 3750100 to register by phone.

Sat, October 20

Thurs, October 18

Open House and Tack Sale

Back Country Horsemen

Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen host their monthly meeting on Thursday, October 18 at Corvallis School Cafeteria on Eastside Highway in Corvallis. Potluck dinner is served at 6:30 p.m. and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. Program speaker will be our own Bitter Root Back Country member, Sandy Carlson, a retired mounted police officer. She will describe the types of horses recruited for mounted patrol service and the training they require. The recent work to the Medicine Point Lookout and the Calf Creek project will be reviewed. BCH is a “boots on the ground” volunteer organization that works hard to keep trails clear and accessible for riders and hikers alike. It welcomes guests and new members. For more information call Karen at 961-0101 or check out the web site at www.bchmt.org/bitterroot or find it on Facebook at Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen (BR BCH).

Friday, October 19 North Valley Pachyderm Club

The North Valley Pachyderm Club will meet Friday, October 19 at 12 noon at The Frontier Café, Hwy 93 in Stevensville. Guest speakers will be County Commissioners Greg Chilcott and Jeff Burrows. The North Valley Pachyderm Club is an educational arm of the Republican Party. All are welcome.

Ballot initiatives info session

On Friday, October 19 at 7 p. m. in the Stevensville North Valley Public Library Community Room, Representative Nancy Ballance, chair of the bi-partisan Appropriations (State Budget) Committee and member of the Legislative Finance Committee, will explain and speak on what and how the passing or not the passing of I-185 and I-186 can affect Montana citizens and the state budget. If you are confused about the initiatives, now is the opportunity to ask your questions of someone whose job is to balance our state budget, and is in the know about state programs that could be affected. Contact Sue at 369-0406 for more information. Sponsored by St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church.

Ghost Tours

Ghost Tours: Paranormal Investigations will take place October 19, 20, 26 and 27 from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Become a paranormal investigator for the night, gather evidence and explore the dark exhibits of the historic Ravalli County Museum with flashlights and real paranormal investigative equipment! Take a break for a Rune or Numerology reading available throughout the night for an additional $5 per reading. Tickets are $20 for museum members, $25 for non-members. No children under the age of 14; children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. This can be a frightening experience that is not suitable for children.

4H Alumni rummage sale

Ravalli County 4H Alumni Annual Rummage Sale and Bake Sale will be Saturday, October 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale will be at Hamilton First Presbyterian Church, 1220 West Main in Hamilton. There will be holiday items, games, puzzles, gift items, jewelry, books and baked goods. Money helps support 4H camperships and other 4H Alumni events. For more information call Pat Tibbs, 961-3472.

Western Montana Equine Rescue & Rehabilitation invites the community to its Fall Open House and Tack Sale on Saturday, October 20, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at 1252 Willow Creek Road, approximately 4 miles east of Corvallis. In addition to selling tack and other merchandise, there will be free presentations all day, demonstrations by veterinarian Tom Currier, Breeze McCormack (acupuncture), Kari Schiffman (Valley Equine Massage), Krissta Rexis (Advantage Therapeutics), Mustang Matt (TIP Trainer), and Anniston the Liberty Horse. Stop by to enjoy a bowl of chili while the kids ride a Parsons Pony (between 10 and 1). Meet some of the rescue horses and learn more about adopting, fostering, and volunteering with WMERR. On Friday, October 19, from 5 until 7 p.m., youth equestrian groups are invited to a preview night with a demonstration of liberty training with Anniston. All members are offered a 50% discount on all tack items, including over 15 saddles. Western Montana Equine Rescue and Rehabilitation is a volunteer run 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to the mission of helping horses live their best lives.

Trap Release Workshop

Footloose Montana will present a trap-release workshop on Saturday, October 20 at 1 p.m. at the North Valley Public Library in Stevensville. Learn what to do if your pet steps into a trap. Practice releasing traps and snares with hands-on experience. Learn to identify potential traps and how to avoid them. Learn what to carry with you for first aid should the worst occur and learn about trapping regulations. Trapping season has begun and traps can be almost anywhere, hidden and baited. Take an hour for this extremely valuable class. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call 406-777-5061 or visit northvalleylibrary.org. All library programs are free and open to the public.

205 Bedford, Hamilton. Put your safety goggles on and act like a scientist as you mix your own glow-in-the-dark slime from simple ingredients. Be prepared to get messy and freak out your friends as you get in the mood for Halloween fun! Call 363-3338 for more information.

Sun, October 21 Humane Shelter benefit

Why waste your money playing the lottery when you can have better odds of winning the great prizes being offered in the Bitter Root Humane Association’s “Bitter Root Brewing Pint Night Raffle”! Five great prizes have been donated by local businesses to be raffled off in support of our local animal shelter on Sunday, October 21 at 7 p.m. at the Bitter Root Brewery, 101 Marcus in Hamilton. Only 500 tickets will be sold and are available now to purchase at the shelter located at 262 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton during open business hours or from any BRHA board member. For more information call Mary at 642-3785.

Mon, October 22 Stevi school menu

Monday: Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins, fruit, milk; Lunch - Homemade Pizza Pasta with Noodles, mixed veggies, mixed fruit, wheat bread & butter, milk Tuesday: Breakfast - Cinnamon Rolls, fruit, milk; Lunch - Homemade Beef & Bean Taco Salad with lettuce & salsa, corn tortilla chips, oranges, wheat bread & butter, milk Wednesday: Breakfast - Pancakes, fruit, milk; Lunch - Homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup, green beans, pineapple tidbits, homemade rolls, bread & butter, milk Thursday: Breakfast - Cinnamon Bagels, fruit, milk; Lunch Chef’s Salad with Ham & Cheese, fresh veggies, apple slices, wheat bread & butter, milk Friday: Breakfast - UBR, fruit, milk; Lunch - Corn Dogs, cooked carrots, sliced pears, wheat bread & butter, chocolate or regular milk.

Rotary Club

Darci Parsons, President/ CEO of the Ravalli County Federal Credit Union, will be speaking at the next meeting of the Hamilton Rotary Club, o Monday, October 22 at 12 noon at BJ’s Restaurant, 900 N. 1st Street, Hamilton. Darci will discuss the RCFCU and credit unions in general, how they differ from banks, and how they benefit the community. The meeting is open to the public, and visitors are welcome. For further Rotary Club information, call 363-2960.

Tues, October 23

Library listening A Capella Society sessions The North Valley Public Pancake Supper Library board is holding two An All-you-can-eat Pancake Supper will be held on Saturday, October 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Hamilton Assembly of God Church, 601 W. Main (parking off State Street). The Montana A Cappella Society’s fall fundraiser features five types of gourmet pancakes: apple pie, chocolate chip, buttermilk, spicy pumpkin, and blueberry, all served piping hot with a side of sausage and an assortment of exotic syrups. Cost is by free will offering. The group is raising money for its trip to Italy in the summer of 2019 and also pledges 10% of all money raised will go to local food banks. Come join the fun! Great food and singing too! Everyone welcome! For more information, call 363-5778.

Kids Aventure Series

“Great Green Globs” is the next theme at the free Adventure Series for kids on Saturday, October 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Ravalli County Museum,

duplicate Community Listening Sessions on Tuesday, October 23, one in the morning from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and one in the evening from 6 to 8 p.m. The purpose of the sessions is to learn what community members define as positive contributions of the Library and ways in which the Library can improve its services. The board would also like to understand how the Library can assist the community to advance its goals. This feedback will help the board in developing a strategic plan. Lauren McMullen from the Montana State Library will facilitate the sessions. The public is welcome to attend either the morning or evening session, but registration is necessary to ensure adequate supplies and abide by fire code room capacity. RSVP to dbridge@blackfoot. net or inform the Library Director Denise Ard if you plan to attend a session. Note: The October 17 regular library board meeting has been cancelled.

Republican Women’s Club

Ravalli County Republican Women’s Club will hold its monthly meeting and lunch on Tuesday, October 23 at 11:30 a.m. at BJ’s Restaurant in Hamilton. Guest speakers will be Sharon Greef, candidate for HD-88, and Jason Ellsworth, candidate for SD-43.

Bitterroot Star -- Page 7

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 is for you. Register for this event by emailing or calling the library at info@northvalleylibrary.org or (406) 777-5061. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For

more information, call 406-7775061 or visit northvalleylibrary. org. All library programs are free and open to the public.

Free Flu Shots

Thurs, October 25 Facebook for Beginners

* with most insurances

NEW PATIENTS - Enter a drawing to win:

The North Valley Public Library in Stevensville is holding a class on Facebook for beginners on Thursday, October 25 at 5:30 p.m. Learn what Facebook is, what you can do with it, how to use it, and how to adjust your settings for privacy. If you wonder why so many people use Facebook, and think you might like to set up an account, then this class

$100.00 • $75.00 • $50.00 Gift Certificates from Bob Wards & Sons 316 North Third, Hamilton • 541-0032

SAPPHIRE COMMUNITY HEALTH

WELLNESS DAY

YEARS

State Liquor Store & More! Open Mon - Sat 9am - 8pm

FASTING LABS OCTOBER 24 & 25 NOVEMBER 8 AM

Thanks for 30 YEARS of business! Stop In, Say Hi & See What’s New

13 & 14

TO 12 PM

It’s not too early to think about Holiday shopping, order a Gift Basket NOW

For new or established patients . You must fast for 12 hours prior . Payment is due at time of service.

$35

316 N 3RD ST HAMILTON , MT SAPPHIRECHC.ORG

SHARON

Liquor • Beer • Craft Beer • Wine • Kegs • Mixers Champagne • Ice • Cigars • E-Cigs & Flavors WE DELIVER! • 501 S.1st Street Hamilton • 363-3751

GREEF

HD-88

THE RIGHT PERSON TO REPRESENT YOU IN HELENA

• RIGHT EXPERIENCE • RIGHT VALUES • RIGHT IDEAS

• THE RIGHT EXPERIENCE • 2 SESSIONS ON MONTANA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STAFF • 20 YEARS IN SALES & AUDIT IN PRIVATE INDUSTRY

• THE RIGHT VALUES • CHRISTIAN CONSERVATIVE

• THE RIGHT IDEAS • ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • SUPPORT MORE DECISIONS AT LOCAL LEVEL

ENDORSED BY: MONTANA FAMILY FOUNDATION MONTANA SHOOTING SPORTS ASSOCIATION NRA

VOTE

PAID FOR BY SHARON GREEF, ED GREEF, TREAS. PO BOX 1327, FLORENCE MT 59833

Page 8 -- Bitterroot Star

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

In celebration of 20 years

Office Space For Lease Beautiful Affordable Flexible

BitterRoot Brewery Hosts

Suites start at $150/month Call RCEDA 406.375.9416

PINT NIGHT

for Bitter Root Humane Assoc.

Sunday, Oct. 21, 5-8pm

www.rceda.org

Come join our current business community

Music by TIN CUP BAND Sponsored by

No-charge Assistance with Government Contracting. Help with:

  

Registrations & Certifications Research & Marketing Responding to Solicitations (free workshop on this, October 18th at 10:30 am at RCEDA. Call for details)

Games of Chance, Big Raffle Drawing 7pm, fun & more! BitterRoot Brewery will donate a portion of the sale of every beer and special food item sold to the Bitter Root Humane Association

406.375.9416 | john@rceda.org

October Special

You have a lot on your plate. Worries about cancer won’t be one of them.

Buy 2 Syringes & get a 3rd one FREE

(of equal or lesser value) Good through Oct 31st

Coolsculpting Event Oct 24th • 4:30 - 7:30 pm Food by Mission Bistro • Door Prizes Specials • Drinks

If you have 15 minutes at lunch, you can get something that’ll help you enjoy more of them — a 3D™ mammogram from Advanced Imaging. Walk-ins are welcome here. Cancer is not. Walk-ins welcome. Stevi Junction Plaza (by Verizon Wireless) U.S. Highway 93 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mon.-Fri.

Get Your Mammog ram Now!

NOW OFFERING FINANCING BY GREENSKY

Rosalee Shorter PA-C

Expert training & 11 years experience in non-surgical facial rejuvenation

406.880.0804 293 Rodeo Drive • Florence www.rsaesthetics.net

like us on facebook

Going for the cure

Wednesday, Ocrtober 17, 2018 MARCUS DALY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, Comprehensive Healthcare Services

Colors

Bitterroot Star -- Page 9

By Michael Howell

you need to do to help yourself. I’m very lucky.” Another “big disappointment” for Allison was losing her hair. “It’s your identity,” she said. “This was hard.” She asked her doctor about using cold caps to help preserve the hair by slowing down the chemo from getting to the brain. According to Allison, he said, “Why would you do that? Chemo is supposed to help you. Why would you negate the opportunity for full-fledged help? Just to be vain? Inflammatory often goes to the brain,” she said. “I thought, shucks, that makes a lot of sense.” Since some people already knew, and some teachers had already joined the Pink Ribbon team in this year’s Colors of Cancer campaign, and now an article was about to come out in the newspaper, Allison decided it was time her 4th grade gifted and talented students know what is going on. They had already noticed some things, like the wig. “I was honest with them,” she said “and encouraged them to ask questions.”

Daly Elementary We get our School annual mammograms, teacher Echo Allison finds you should too! it a little embarrassing to talk about At Marcus Daly Imaging they have it all – a caring team you can trust, how a diagnosis breast cancer prompt results of and 3D Mammography, Ultra Sound, and Breast Biopsy has suddenly changed her technology. Complete breast healthlife, services close to home! to right: Susan Hill,and Millie Gentrup, Jill Pasquale, Ellen Holton, Kathy Miller affecting left her family her career Schedule in profound ways.your mammogram today! • (406) 375-4426 “It’sMDMH.org/Mammo kind of embarrassing,” she said, “but it’s bigger than me. BOARD CERTIFIED This message needs to get out.” Sprinkle the Colors of Cancer in Ravalli County! Her own faceoff with breast Join a color team, paint a window, cancer began only a short time participate in the many events! ago. She had gotten a mamLuke Channer, MD Heighten the awareness of your cancer cause while mogram in June of 2017 and it Hamilton General raising money for Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital. was clear. But about one year Surgery 1150 Westwood Drive Colors of Cancer activities and events happening later, after seeing a public serviceSuite D all month long and donations are matched. Hamilton, MT 59840 announcement about a “funky (406) 412-3259 Donate now and find events at: GOLD LINKS @ ACE nipple” being a sign of cancer, she Colors of Cancer Elite Sponsors: www.MDMH.org/GIVE October 1-20, 2018 went for another mammogram Frederick Ilgenfritz, MD T HColors A N K SofTCancer O O U Elite R S PSponsors: ONSORS: Bitterroot General Evans Ace Hardware, Hamand in July of 2018 was diagnosed & Vascular Surgery ilton Westwood Drive with Stage 3 cancer. It was a very1150 Suite C Media Sponsors: Stop in and purchase gold aggressive type of cancer called Hamilton, MT 59840 Bitterroot Star - KPAX - Ravalli Republic Media Sponsors: links in support of Childhood inflammatory invasive ductile (406) 412-3409 Cancer! Many in-store procarcinoma. motions and displays will be “It was a shock,” saidTOP Alligoing onf oall month. son. “I thought I was healthy and llow us on facebook https://www.facebook.com/ totally normal.” Daly Elementary School teacher Echo Allison (l) and Daly Hospital Foundation intern Ashlee We are a partner in your health and your insurance network, accepting all forms of payment. Quality Care Close to Home evansacehamilton “It gives you pause,” she Searle are joined by Allison’s 4th grade gifted and talented students in efforts aimed at raising said simply. “But my husband, awareness not only breast cancer, but all the types of cancer. A high school senior, Searle is coorRaise a glass to fundraising 16 years ago, was diagnosed with dinating the 5K Run to raise money for all the colors of cancer as her Senior Project. The kids are at NAP’s Stage 4 lymphoma. So, this diagmostly rooting for the Pink Team which represents breast cancer in support of their teacher who is Every Friday in October – See CURE, page 14 nosis didn’t scare me as much as “going for the cure.” Michael Howell photo. the 12th, 19th, 26th, 6 to 9 it might some people because of p.m. what we went through. So, I said aggressive form of cancer. But, much less scary than it was 16 Naps Bar and Grill is honorokay, we can deal with this.” she said, being young and strong, years ago. ing those who are fighting and She said that medicine for like her husband was when he was She said it was “a little those who have been lost to cancer treatment had developed diagnosed, gives you an advandisappointing” that in Raymond’s Colorectal Cancer. Naps will quite a bit since the days her tage. senior year, “which should be all donate a portion of the profhusband was undergoing therapy. The ripples outward from about him,” so much focus has its from all the sales of draft They found what they believed to such a diagnosis begin immedifallen on her. beers from 6 to 9 p.m. every be the best oncologist available ately within the family. “He has been a great supSeven Gem Stones that Friday in October. at Community Medical Center’s “Absolutely your family is port,” she said. He is even signing represent some of the Cancer Center in Missoula, where affected,” she said, “there is no up for the 5K Run later this color ribbons Hamilton High School her husband had been treated. doubt about it.” month. He will be dressed in his Ball Toss 14-Karat Gold, one-of-a-kind Due to the cancer’s aggresShe said her son Raymond pink camo outfit. October 19 seven Gem piece value $1,450 sive nature, Allison was started was only one year old when his She also gets a whole lot of In support of the Gold Team on chemotherapy treatment only father was diagnosed so he may “amazing” help from her husband. Tickets available at Mikesells for childhood cancers, HHS 19 days after the diagnosis in July not remember much about the “Having been through it,” students will be selling footand has received five treatments cancer itself, but his life was she said, “he advises me. He’ll balls to be tossed for prizes so far. After a total of 20 weeks of certainly affected as she became say, you need to manage your at the HHS Varsity Football chemotherapy, she will undergo a a single mom of sorts, trying to fatigue; you need to prioritize, game’s half time versus Butte. double mastectomy and then some handle her husband’s special needs and things like that.” She said that radiation treatment. at the same time. he is ready to do any little thing 34 Years of uncompromising quality Sprinkle Pink Allison said that she was But Allison is quick to add for her because he knows how 201 W. Main St. Hamilton, Mt 59840 406-363-6236 Tennis Tournament handling the chemotherapy well. that a lot has changed in medicine exhausting the treatments can be. www.mikesellsfinejewelry.com October 19-21 She said it was a very aggressive since those days and it can make “He’s really been doing mikesell-j@cybernet1.com The Canyons Athletic Club, treatment because it was a very facing certain kinds of cancer good,” she said. “He knows what Hamilton Three-day doubles tournament in support of breast cancer is open to all ladies, mens, and mixed doubles teams. To register, visit www.roottennis.com/ upcoming-tournaments, or call (406) 544-8993.

Cancer

Support those Colors of fighting cancer. Cancer special events

GENERAL SURGEONS

Bitterroot Star - KPAX - Ravalli Republic

100

CRITICAL ACCESS HOSPITAL

Colors of Cancer Lavender Team

MARCUS DALY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, Comprehensive Healthcare Services

Colors of Cancer 5K October 20, 8 a.m. Route begins and ends at the Canyons Athletic Club, Hamilton The 5K Fun Run is an opportunity to honor our neighbors, family and friends who have battled cancer. Runners/walkers are encouraged to represent a color of cancer with costumes or themed attire. A .5K Survivor Walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. Register online to ensure you get a t-shirt at www.MDMH.org/GIVE. Survivor Quilts October 20, 9:30 a.m. Those who have battled cancer are invited to take their picture at Colors of Cancer 5K Survivor Photo Booth and place their handprint on a quilt block. These blocks will be used to create the 2019 Colors of Cancer quilt. Bitterroot Crossfit Colors of Cancer Workout Fundraiser October 27, 2018 Bitterroot Crossfit, Hamilton The trainers at Bitterroot Crossfit are designing a special workout for members and friends on Saturday, October 27 with proceeds benefiting the Colors of Cancer’s Lavender Team. Stop by and sweat for a good cause! Turn and Burn Barrel Race October 28, 2018 9:00am Sapphire Event Center, Corvallis Join the Pink Turn and Burn Barrel Race. Enjoy sprinkling colors of cancer for a local cause! This year at the event riders can put a painted hand print on their horse representing the type of See COLORS, page 14

Colors

Cancer

We get our annual mammograms, you should too! At Marcus Daly Imaging they have it all – a caring team you can trust, prompt results and 3D Mammography, Ultra Sound, and Breast Biopsy technology. Complete breast health services close to home! left to right: Susan Hill, Millie Gentrup, Jill Pasquale, Ellen Holton, Kathy Miller

Support those fighting cancer. Sprinkle the Colors of Cancer in Ravalli County!

Join a color team, paint a window, participate in the many events!

Schedule your mammogram today! MDMH.org/Mammo • (406) 375-4426 BOARD CERTIFIED

GENERAL SURGEONS Luke Channer, MD Hamilton General Surgery

Heighten the awareness of your cancer cause while raising money for Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital.

1150 Westwood Drive Suite D Hamilton, MT 59840

Colors of Cancer activities and events happening all month long and donations are matched.

Donate now and find events at:

(406) 412-3259

Colors of Cancer Elite Sponsors: www.MDMH.org/GIVE

Frederick Ilgenfritz, MD Bitterroot General & Vascular Surgery

Colors TH A N K SofTCancer O O U Elite R S PSponsors: ONSORS:

1150 Westwood Drive Suite C Hamilton, MT 59840

Media Sponsors: Bitterroot Star - KPAX - Ravalli Republic

Media Sponsors:

(406) 412-3409

Bitterroot Star - KPAX - Ravalli Republic

TOP

100

CRITICAL ACCESS HOSPITAL

Quality Care Close to Home

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Page 10 -- Bitterroot Star

DPHHS: Take action to prevent the flu - Flu cases identified in four counties The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and local public health officials are encouraging all Montanans six months of age and older to take action and get vaccinated now against influenza (flu) in order to decrease their risk of becoming ill. In Montana, the flu season usually peaks in February and lasts through May; however, influenza outbreaks can be unpredictable. It

is best to get vaccinated before the influenza virus starts circulating in your community. Officials say the vaccine is now readily available and being vaccinated before the end of October is recommended. While early, Montana has already identified cases of influenza in several counties, including: Big Horn, Gallatin, Lewis and Clark, and Missoula. The influenza vaccine is the best form of protection against

FIGHT the FLU

the flu and provides protection throughout the entire season, even when vaccinated in the early fall. The composition of the flu vaccine is reviewed and updated yearly to better match circulating viruses. It is important to remember that the influenza vaccine takes about two weeks to provide protection against the flu. “Everyone is at risk for complications of the flu,” said DPHHS Director Sheila Hogan. “Getting

vaccinated now will help not only you, but those around you.” Influenza vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctor visits, missed work or school, as well as prevent flu-related hospitalizations and deaths. Last flu season, DPHHS recorded over 10,000 cases, 979 hospitalizations, and 79 deaths related to influenza. Of those hospitalized, half had not received an influenza vaccine. In addition to getting the

Stay healthy so you don’t miss a single moment!

FLU SHOTS AVAILABLE Monday - Friday • 9am - 6pm No Appointment Necessary

• Administered by certified pharmacists • Walk-ins Welcome • Covered 100% by Medicare, Medicaid & most private insurances

Give Prevention a Shot!

211 Main Street • Hamilton • 363-3611

E!! L B A L I A V E L A B W A L O I A N V A W O N ! E L S B E T LOOKING TO SAVE A D P S U E NOW AVAILA N T E A H D P C T U I S E K AT HEN Y DC A D UIPT 5 EN K 1 H C Y IT A K TIME & MONEY? D Y A 5 D 1 1-5

We specialize in helping small and large businesses with all of their employment needs.

kitchentuneup.com kitchentuneup.com

51581Columbia Columbia RiverHwy Hwy 51581 • Employee Wages •River Worker’s Compensation • Liability Scappoose Insurance • State & Federal Unemployment Insurance 1 Day Tune-Up Custom Refacing 1 Day Tune-Up • Custom Refacing Scappoose 1 Day Tune-Up Custom Refacing • State and Federal Payroll Taxes • Criminal Background Cabinet Redooring Cabinets Cabinet Redooring• New New Cabinets 503.543.6141 Checks • Drug Testing . . . And Much More!

W AVAILABLE!

S E T A D P U N E H C IT Cabinet Redooring New Cabinets

503.543.6141

Kitchen Tune-Up & Sears Hometown Store are locally owned & operated. Kitchen Tune-Up & Sears Hometown Store are locally owned & operated.

363-7668

1704 N 1st Street Hamilton • 375-9090

ssstaffingjobs.com

51581 Columbia River Hwy Kitchen Tune-Up & Sears Hometown Stores are locally owned & operated.

m Refacing ew Cabinets

333 S. 1st Ste. E Hamilton, MT 59840

Scappoose

flu vaccine, everyday preventive actions like staying away from sick people, stay home from work or school if you are sick, covering your cough, and washing your hands with soap and water can reduce the spread of germs. Influenza vaccine is available at doctor offices, county or tribal

health departments, and many pharmacies. “Talk to your healthcare professional if you have questions about vaccines and what flu vaccine is right for you,” Hogan said. More information can be found at the DPHHS website: www.flu.mt.gov

209 W Main • Hamilton 363-1733 r ady fo Get re day li Ho g tainin Enter

BLOOD ORANGE & ROASTED ROOT VEGATABLE SALAD

- 1 Sweet Potato (yellow) - 1 Yam (orange) - 4 Beets - 6 Tbsp Blood Orange Olive Oil, divided - 3 1/2 tsp Sea Salt (Vanilla Bean or Sel Gris), divided

- 2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar (Harvest Fig or Honey) - 8 Cups Spinach - Pumpkin Seeds or Pecans, for finishing - Goat or Feta Cheese, for finishing

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 2. Dice the sweet potato, yam and beets into 1/2” cubes. Arrange on a baking sheet and drizzle evenly with 3 Tbsp Blood Orange Olive Oil and 3 tsp sea salt. 3. Roast for 50 minutes, until golden and tender. 4. Meanwhile, make the dressing by whisking together the remaining 3 Tbsp olive oil, sea salt and vinegar. 5. Arrange a large serving platter with the spinach seasoned with the dressing. Top with the roasted root veggies, pumpkin seeds and cheese.

Assisted Living and Memory Care Rooms Now Available! The recent opening of our new memory care home has created a unique opportunity to reserve a spot at BeeHive Homes in Hamilton. Our homes are safe, clean and beautiful. We offer individual, private rooms with a 3/4 bath, along with comfortable living and outdoor areas to relax and entertain. We would love to show you our available rooms, and answer any questions you have.

826 New York Ave. Hamilton, MT

406.375.5464

www.BeeHiveHomes.com/Hamilton

GUN AND SURPLUS

503.543.6141

Hometown Store are locally owned & operated.

Thursday - Friday - Saturday

Oct 18th - 20th • 8am - 6pm • Saturday Auction 3pm • Bale Loader • Sand Spreader • Water Tank • Hillsboro Gooseneck Dump Trailer

• Bobcat s175 Skidsteer w/ Bucket Forks & Snowblade • Weed Mat

• Tools

• Steel w/ Angle Iron Beams

• Liners, Dishes, Silverware, etc.

• Troughs & Horse Feeders

• Carry On Utility Trailer • International 4070 Cab Over Water Truck • North Star Sports 2 • John Wayne Collectibles ATV Trailer • Area Rugs

• End Tables

• Linens

• Queen Duxiana Bed 4 Sets

• Marble Top Dresser

• Industrial Horse Arena Lights

• Entry Bench

• Grow Light

• Chain Saws

• Field Drags

• Extra Firewood Stands

• Diamond Plate Toolboxes

• Western Boots & Clothing • Safes

Order Online and Pick Up Same Day gunandsurplus.com Use Promo Code: bitterrootstar for 10% off your first order

• Artwork • Shays Lounge • 4 Miele Vacuums • Quality Leather Furniture • Brand Name Leather Suede & More Clothing

Gun Parts Military Surplus Accessories Open Tuesday - Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm 950 US Hwy 93 North . Unit D at Woodside

Phone Orders 406-363-3326 We do NOT buy or sell firearms

Sports

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Bitterroot Star -- Page 11

By Jean Schurman Sports Editor

Darby wears yellow for Sunshine

Last Wednesday, Jake “Sunshine” Sanders lost his battle with Non-Hodgkin’s T-cell Lymphoma. The Darby graduate had battled the disease for the last year and through his battle, had touched the lives of many in the valley and throughout the state. He returned home a week ago from Houston where he and his mother, Debi, had been. The Darby volleyball team decided to honor Sanders during their volleyball game against Victor. The team wore yellow tee shirts, socks and ribbons in their hair. The majority of the crowd was wearing various shades of yellow. Victor’s football team even showed up wearing their gold uniforms for ‘Sunshine’. The gym was decorated with posters of suns and sayings such as ‘you’re our hero” on the walls. After a short speech by Teaanna Rouse, Casey Ehmann and Makenzie Clarke, the three seniors on the team, the match began. The first game was close through out the first part. Victor’s Sophie Pearson served up a few tough balls but an adjustment by Darby’s defense stopped the rally and Darby went on to win the first game, 25-16. The Lady Tigers dominated in the second game and won, 25-11. In the third game, Casey Ehmann of Darby took over from the left side after the game was tied at 13. She knocked down four balls in a row to give the momentum back to the Lady Tigers. They went on to win, 25-15. Darby def. Victor, 25-16, 25-11, 25-15 Darby - Kills 30 (Casey Ehmann 13), Blocks 4, Digs 7 (Ehmann 3), Aces 9 (Haliegh Golden 5). Victor - Kills 11 (Haylea Wemple 3, Ashley Hopper 3), Blocks 2 (Wemple), Digs 44

Wes Brown of Stevensville will be running in the state A cross country championship in Missoula this weekend. File photo.

Western A Cross Country Divisional

Darby’s Haliegh Golden goes up for a hit as Casey Ehmann and an unidentified Darby player watch the action. Jean Schurman photo. (Rebecka Shaffer 10, Hopper 10), Assists 8 (Pearson 4), Aces 2 (Hopper). On Friday, the Darby football team was supposed to play Charlo for Senior Night. However, the majority of the Charlo team

was suspended last week for a team infraction. Instead of bringing the junior varsity team, Charlo opted to forfeit. Since it was Senior Night and because the team had planned to honor Sanders by retiring

his football jersey, the team decided to have an inter-squad scrimmage. The school retired Sander’s number, 61. After the game was over, the team, school and crowd gathered to release Chinese lanterns into the sky over Darby.

Florence slams Florence, Corvallis Thompson Falls looking tough Pinheiro scored twice in the first quarter before the Beavers scored. He had a six yard scoring run and then raced 57 yards for his second TD. Corvallis scored again in the third quarter when Liang Liedle threw a 46 yard pass to Rory Jessop. Victor fell to Arlee, 60-14. JD Kay threw a 24 yard pass to Skylar Webberson for the first Pirate touchdown. Webberson was Kay’s target again for a 36 yard scoring pass. Gary Gleason caught a pass from Kay for the two-point conversion. Stevensville lost to Butte Central, 54-14. After a fumble recovery in the third quarter, Yellowjacket quarterback Payten Davids hit Jaren Gum for a touchdown. Hamilton defeated Frenchtown, 62-42. They now have an 8-0 record and will play Dillon on Friday night. Dillon has a record of 5-1.

The Florence Falcons ran over the Thompson Falls Bluehawks, 49-6, in Western B action on Friday. The Falcons put up 42 points in the first half alone. Quarterback Colby Kohlman hit Trevyn Wood from 14 yards out for the first touchdown. Later in the third quarter, Kohlman had a 10 yard scoring run. Florence went to a running game for the rest of their scores. Kyler Alm had a five yard scoring run. Eli Christiansen had two touchdowns. He raced into the end zone from 30 yards out and then had a 26 yard touchdown run. Zach Cather had a 50 yard scoring run. Spencer Jones scored the final touchdown with a one yard push through the line to the end zone. Gavin Zaluski was perfect on all seven PAT attempts. Florence now ranked No. 8 in the state with a 5-2 record.They will play Loyola this Friday night. Dillon upended Corvallis, 39-18. Corvallis’ Hunter

HIGH-SPEED INTERNET

From

/mo.

MBPS

$14.99 monthly lease fee for equipment and Wi-Fi modem. Internet speeds and availability may vary based on location and are not guaranteed.

GET DISH TV

2-YEAR PRICE GUARANTEE

Call Eagle Satellite!

(800) 386-7222 Restrictions apply. Call for details.

The volleyball season is two weeks out from tournaments and two valley teams are getting stronger with each match. The Lady Falcons of Florence are undefeated and have hardly been challenged by the Western B teams. The experienced team made short work of Anaconda last weekend. Florence had 30 kills alone with Shannon Byrne slapping down 11 alone. The front line of Byrne, Emma Stensrud, Rilee Mangun and Jacklyn Balfourd made it tough for the Copperheads to get a ball into play. Florence had five blocks with Mangun and Balfourd recording two each. Florence def. Anaconda 25-12, 25-6, 25-16 Anaconda - Kills 14 (Stetzner 5), Blocks 2 (Saltenberger 2), Digs 34 (Stetzner 6), Assists 9 (Matosich 5), Aces 2 (Seitzinger 2). Florence - Kills 30 (Shannon Byrne 11, Emma Stensrud 7), Blocks 5 (Rilee Mangun 2, Jacklyn Balfourd 2), Digs - 42 (Sarah Hopcroft 13, Kolbi Wood 9), Assists - 24 (Halle Christopher-

son 23), Aces 8 (Hopcroft 3). Corvallis continued to win with a three-game sweep of Dillon. Charlotte Powell finished with 12 kills. Kaitlin Irwin and Powell each had three aces. Corvallis def. Dillon 25-11, 25-11, 25-9 Dillon - Kills 6 (Dejohn 2, Jones 2), Blocks 5.5 (Jones 2). Digs 27 (Shipman 8), Assists 6 (Christianson 6), Aces 4. Corvallis - Kills 33 (Charlotte Powell 12), Blocks 5 (Isabelle Evans 3), Digs 42 (Casey Fison 12), Assists 28 (Hannah Martin 24), Aces 10 (Kaitlin Irwin 3, Powell 3). Stevensville is getting stronger and stronger each week. This past week they defeated Polson in four games, 25-11, 25-20, 24-26, 25-11. Stevensville had 46 kills with Prestley Robinson having 10 and Angel Richards nine. Richards had three of the nine Yellowjacket blocks. Libero Cassi Kopsa had 17 digs and the team total was 69. Quinn Larson had 29 assists and Robins smacked down three aces.

Columbia Falls won the Western A Cross Country Divisional at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell. They were followed by Frenchtown, Corvallis, Hamilton, Whitefish, Polson, Browning, Dillon, Stevensville and Libby. Will Flowers of Corvallis finished third with a time of 16:37.2. Joe Lamb of Columbia Falls won with a time of 16:26.6. Boys results: 1. Joe Lamb Columbia Falls 16:26.6, 3. Will Flowers Corvallis 16:37.2, 6. Colter Kirkland Hamilton 16:46.3, 11. Brian Healy Corvallis 17:03.7, 15. James Wissenbach Corvallis 17:25.5, 20. Logan Vandenberg Hamilton 17:44.8, 21. Lane Cole Hamilton 17:46.2, 24. Connor Yetter Corvallis 17:54.1, 25. Ben Carrasco Corvallis 17:58.8, 26. Wes Brown Stevensville 17:58.8, 29. Rigby Poulsen Hamilton 18:12.4, 33. Harrison Silverio Hamilton 18:16.2, 37. Triston Schmalz Hamilton 18:30.0, 38. David Thurman Corvallis 18:33.8, 40. Brandon Domsalla Corvallis 18:38.1, 62. Kellen Robbins Stevensville 20:14.5, 67. Jace Wilson Stevensville 20:40.2, 71. Michael Zielinski Stevensville 21:51.8, 72.

Tristan Riel Stevensville 22:30.3, 75. Blake Henderson Stevensville 23:12.4 The Corvallis girls finished second behind Whitefish in the meet. They were followed by Polson, Frenchtown, Dillon, Columbia Falls, Hamilton, Browning, and Ronan. Beatrix Frissell of Polson won with a time of 18:44.5. Hamilton’s Brynnli Poulsen was second with 18.47. 4. 1. Beatrix Frissell Polson 18:44.5 2. Brynnli Poulsen Hamilton 18:47.4, 8. Katie Gleason Corvallis 20:15.6, 12. Sarah Passey Hamilton 20:45.6, 15. Kara Wissenbach Corvallis 20:55.0,18. Elizabeth Varner Corvallis 21:16.9, 19. Kailee McCready Corvallis 21:21.9, 23. Bree Lewis Corvallis 21:35.3, 26. Jordyn Jessop Corvallis 21:42.3, 33. Katlyn Potter Stevensville 22:17.0, 35. Anna Jessop Corvallis 22:24.3, 38. Marie Davenport Hamilton 22:36.7, 40. Mariola Tesero Hamilton 22:47.0, 51. Aubrey Pezzullo Stevensville 23:35.0, 52. Becca Parker Hamilton 23:42.9, 55. Hannah Hicks Hamilton 24:08.8, 63. Erica Lykins Stevensville 26:55.1

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Page 12 -- Bitterroot Star

A Memorable TU Evening It was more than a room filled with people from various backgrounds joined in a common cause; more than a dinner enjoyed in the camaraderie of friends; more than an auction that saw exotic fishing vacations and heirloom tackle go for thousands of dollars; we’ve seen those kinds of TU banquets before. This one was different. Two people who have worked tirelessly for over a quarter century were honored

Flyfishing with Chuck Stranahan for their long-term contributions to the Bitterroot fishery that we know today. If we don’t know that history and their part in it, we may not appreciate deeply enough what we have. It didn’t just happen. In large part it was the product of the two men who were honored last Friday night’s TU banquet: Marshall Bloom and Chris Clancy. Dr. Marshall Bloom arrived in the early ‘70’s to assume duties at the Rocky Mountain National Institute of Health Laboratory in Hamilton. He left for a brief stint in Maryland, but “I returned to this valley and realized how special a resource this river is.” As a new flyfisher, Marshall’s early days in the ‘70’s were successes if they yielded a couple of fish. The cutthroats, if any, were small. The rainbows averaged about ten to twelve inches. Marshall became active in the local chapter of Trout Unlimited because “I felt I could make a difference.” And what a difference he made. After eight years as President of the Bitterroot Chapter he stepped down to assume duties as President of the state TU organization. The water management program developed during his tenure in the Bitterroot became the model for statewide practices today. Since then he has remained active in the local club’s leadership, and he shows no signs of quitting soon. There have been many advances during that time – and Marshall has had a hand in them. Marshall’s leadership was key in securing minimum instream flows and exemplary management practices for Painted Rocks Lake.

His genius consisted of bringing potentially warring factions – irrigators, anglers, and recreational lake users – into agreement. He convinced them that they all wanted basically the same thing: Hold the water in the lake until it is most needed downstream late in the summer, then release it in sufficient volume to satisfy downstream irrigators and keep the trout alive. Meanwhile, the water skiers on the lake enjoy a longer season. Win-win-win. Today, the success at Painted Rocks has become a model for management in other rivers around the state. Credit, both here at home and state-wide, goes to Marshall Bloom. He will cite the fine work of others he brought into the conversation but the original vision and its workings-out originated with him. I first arrived in the valley in 1986, while the Painted Rocks negotiations were going on. Among his many other resources, Marshall used my newspaper column to promote co-operation between user groups. That was my introduction to the genius of Marshall Bloom. He brought people and ideas together for the benefit of a common cause. Typically, during the late ‘80’s, a good day on the Bitterroot yielded twelve to twenty fish, most of them under 12”, with only a couple of respectable fish in the 14 -16” range. Good-sized native cutthroats were rare. Average trout size was declining, while numbers were increasing – classic signs of overharvest. Marshall says of the fishery as he first found it, “There were probably not nearly the numbers of large trout that there are now. Catching one was a rare occurrence. There was no fisheries biologist then and no data.” One of Marshall’s early aims was to see a full-time fisheries biologist assigned to the river. The Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Department appointed Chris Clancy to the post, which has become his career. Chris and his assistants, including Larry Javorsky and Leslie Nice, spearheaded the initial research and developed the database to bring about special regulations. Today Chris and his team work tirelessly to keep them up-to-date. “The fishery and the fishing are better now than when I came here,” Marshall Bloom says. “The native fish populations, westslope cutthroat and bull trout, have responded well to special management.” Today, eighteen inchers are commonplace. Many of them are big, burly cutthroats. They have been protected, in the main river, since the early ‘90’s. Westslope cutthroat trout now make up the bulk of the catch in the upper river, and the East and West Forks. They comprise up to half the trout caught, on a

Crossword Puzzle

given day, on the waters below Stevensville in the lower river. Today’s special regulations and superb fishing come as a result of the tireless work of FWP biologist Chris Clancy. For years I watched as Chris and his crews continued to gather the field data (hard work, if anyone cares to ask) on fish populations and feed it into the state’s pipeline. Today’s catch-and-release regulations for cutthroats didn’t just happen;

they were driven by Chris’ work and concurrent input from Bitterroot TU. Chris and TU have worked together for years to bring about much of what we enjoy as anglers. Without TU and Marshall’s lobbying, there would have been no Chris as a Bitterroot watershed FWP biologist. The Bitterroot would have continued to be the red-headed stepchild among more famous western Montana fisheries. As-is, the Bitterroot has recently become the thirdmost-heavily fished river in the state. It’s that good as a fishery. Painted Rocks management, along with special regulations to protect the fishery, is having predictable results. As a relatively small river when compared to several others in the state, it is a more fragile resource. As such, it needs special handling. The river is popular among anglers. And with increased fishing pressure, other problems emerge. Discussions of commercial use, habitat preservation, and further protection of the fishery are in their infancy. As Marshall says, “We don’t want to love it to death.” If we do really love it, we’ll put self-interests aside and pull together on behalf of the fishery. We’ll keep the dialogue civil. We’ll press on – not for the personal reward, but for the benefit to a fishery resource that is essential to our quality of life. That’s what Marshall and Chris have done. And look at what they’ve achieved. Author and flytyer Chuck Stranahan can be reached at chuck@chuck-stranahan.com or at Chuck Stranahan’s Fly Shop, 109 E. Main, in downtown Hamilton. ADVERTISING Crossword Answers on page 14

Donaldson Brothers Ready Mix, Inc. Need a tool to do the job? Check out our Tool Rentals ADVERTISING

Get a jump on spring, do the hardscape now so you can enjoy your firepit earlier!

• Pavers • Compost • Topsoil • Natural Building Stone • Dyes • Stains • Bark • Accessories • Retaining Walls Complete Septic System Delivery Available

363-3600

477 US HWY 93 North Hamilton, MT 59840 www.donaldsonbros.com

American Owned, Montana Owned, Locally Owned

BITTERROOT STAR

BUSINESS DIRECTORY COUNSELING Positive Goal Directed Cognitive Behavioral Counseling ACROSS 1. Wing 4. Nigh (2 wds.) 10. Disconsolate 11. Slat 12. __ Lanka 13. Medicine from a plant 14. Large water bodies 16. Air 17. Small fresh water fish 18. Ohio (abbr.) 20. Canadian prov. 22. Capital of Western Samoa 26. Kilometers per hour 29. Loafing 31. Harry 33. Sign of the zodiac 34. American songbird 35. Sea eagle 36. Gunny 37. Pigpen

DOWN 1. Association (abbr.) 2. Pine tree 3. Adios 4. Actor Alda 5. Trunk 6. Attila the __ 7. Car rental agency 8. Nape 9. Cart for hauling heavy things 15. Abdominal muscles (abbr.) 19. Movie 2001’s talking computer 21. “To __ Mockingbird” (2 wds.) 23. Heaps 24. Unreactive 25. Hurting 26. Door handle 27. South American country 28. Inheritor 30. Over one’s head 32. Pain unit © Feature Exchange

FINANCIAL Jane Foster

Al Foster, AAMS

PERSONNEL

Looking for WORK? APPLY TODAY WORK TOMORROW Full Time—Part Time

406.777.2280 • Fax 406.777.2347

Starting at $9/hr

SEE US TODAY!

Hank Winters, Ph.D.

www.fosterandfosterfs.com

115 W. 3rd St. Suite 103 Stevensville, M 59870

A2Z

Most insurance plans accepted

Securities and Advisory Services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®. Member FINRA/ SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser.

842 S. 1St St., Hamilton - 363-0723 115 W. 3rd, Ste. 106, Stevensville - 777-1662

Licensed Clinical Counselor Serving the Bitterroot since 1980 363-3882 • 217 N. 3rd, Hamilton

ADVERTISING

Advertise here for as little as $10 per week! Call 777-3928

for details.

MARTIAL ARTS

WINDOWCOVERINGS COVERINGS WINDOW

Windows Right to Your Door!

Verticals • Wood Blinds • Miniblinds Shades • Pleated • Cellular • Duette® We Beat Ads Claiming 50%-60%-70% off! FREE Measuring, Estimates FREE Measuring, Estimates & Installation & Installation Save An Extra $20 on your purchase of $200 or more! 549-2882 • Toll Free 1-888-549-2882

BANKING

Located at the Canyons Athletic Club

360-5420

FUNERAL HOME

Whitesitt Funeral Home 314 Church

Stevensville

777-5711

Bill & Helen Kropp Serving the Bitterroot Since 1902

Classified

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Call

777-3928 Deadline Monday

12 noon for Wednesday

SALES/ AUCTIONS

INDOOR SALE - Fri 10/19 & Sat 10/20, 9am - 3pm, 320 Morning Sky Dr., Hamilton. *New & Used Quality Custom Furniture. *Dimensional Wood (various species). *Hardware, Old Hand Tools, Garden/Yard. *Hand-painted Talavera Tiles, Ceramic Tiles. *Vintage Sewing Machine w/cabinet, original manual & accessories. *Art, Home Accessories, Light Fixtures. *Golf Equipment & Much More! *All items priced to move! YOU HAVEN’T SEEN A SALE LIKE THIS, ONE YOU REALLY SHOULDN’T MISS!

FINAL WOMEN’S CLOTHING SALE - ALL items including winter apparel is 1/2 off! Saturday, Oct 20th. 10-4. 280 Hattie Lane, Hamilton.

FARM & GARDEN

SUPER SWEET SWEET CORN! Fresh picked daily! Cucumbers, new potatoes, carrots, broccoli, beets, zucchini & yellow squash, kohlrabi, cabbage and winter squash. Perennials, trees and shrubs. Potting soil, peat moss. Eggs. Grain-fed beef and hogs. Alfalfa & affalfa/ grass mix hay, $5/bale. Moeller’s Nursery, Eastside Hwy, Corvallis. 961-3389, open daily. MILL CRICK FARM STAND – 153 Dutch Hill Rd, just west of the Woodside Cutoff – Winter storage crops: onions (red, yellow and sweet) beets, winter squash, potatoes (huckleberry gold, yukon gold, russet, red), pumpkins (pie and jack o’lanterns) cabbage, leeks, shallots and summer produce until it’s done. Always open. Certified and Transitional Organic. BAGGED WHOLE-GRAIN livestock feed: wheat, oats, barley. Cracked 3-Way (barley, oats, wheat), new crop hay. GRAIN-FED LOCKER BEEF. Call Russ, 3601125 or 961-3528. FRESH FARM EGGS from pastured free range chickens, delivered daily to the Bitterroot Star, Stevensville. Severson’s natural grass fed ground beef (1-lb packages, $5/lb), also steaks!. Call 777-3928 for availability or just stop by Bitterroot Star at 115 W. 3rd (blue door).

BUILDINGS AUTHENTIC TIMBER FRAMED BARNS. Residential and Commercial Timber Packages. Full Service Design - Build Since 1990, (406) 581 3014 brett@bitterrootgroup.com, www.bitterroottimberframes.com

Shop local! 777-3928

20-Word Personal $8.50 20-Word Commercial $10.50 Each Add’l Word - 20¢ Includes Posting to Web Page

Elaine’s Engraving

& Rubber Stamps

363-5193

123 S. 5TH Corner of 5th & State in Hamilton

FOR SALE S&W MODEL 66 357 MAG stainless w/metal case, holster, bullets, excellent condition! Remington Model 700 30-06 walnut monte carlo stock w/sling,3x9 scope, box of shells,case, very good condition! Kit-n-caboodle ready for the hunt $1150... Sold separate for $700 and $500 respectively... SMITH & WESSON AR15’s, caliber 5.56. New, still in boxes. $675. Only 2 left! 642-6054. START YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING NOW AT YESTERDAY’S THINGS, 221 S. 1st (Hwy 93), Hamilton. Gift a gift from the past. Vintage is individual character formed over time. Who can beat that? Open Tues-Sat. WHEELCHAIR VAN - 2008 Chrysler Town & Country, automatic wheelchair ramp. 36,500 miles. Blue Book $18,000 to $21,000. Like new! Price $17,000. Photos on craigslist. (406)3637737.

RENTALS COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE: Great parking, Highway 93 frontage, 3900 sq. ft. retail or professional offices, Hamilton. 406-381-7251. FOR RENT: 5-acre trailer house lots with hookups. 7773409.

HELP WANTED

HOME CARE SERVICES is hiring caregivers and CNAs. Flexible schedule, competitive pay. Apply at 925 N. First Street in Hamilton. Call 375-8637. WANTED: PROGRAM COORDINATOR FOR THE STEVENSVILLE SHARING TREE PROGRAM. This is a voluntary position running from mid-September to the end of December yearly. This year is to shadow and train and then run the program for 2019 forward. Please contact Beth Perkins at (406) 207-5748 or email at jacobzmum@yahoo.com for details. MONTANA INTENSIVE BEHAVIOR CENTER, a short-term treatment facility for individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illness, is seeking motivated individuals for the following positions: Registered Nurse,

responsibilities include performing nursing assessments, planning, interventions and evaluations. $53,664 - $67,080 DOE. Psychiatric Aide, responsibilities include providing care, assistance and support to clients in maintaining a therapeutic environment. $11.92/ hr. Maintenance Supervisor/ Manager, responsibilities include ensuring maintenance, repair and upgrades of buildings/campus grounds/machinery/equipment plus assuring compliance with facility regulatory codes. $40,310 - $50,398 DOE. Anticipated start date: early November. Application deadline: open until filled.

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE– NORTHWEST MONTANA – Company owned. Small and large acre parcels. Private. Trees and meadows. National Forest boundaries. Tungstenholdings.com (406) 293-3714

WANTED WE BUY GUNS. Cash paid. New, used, antique or military. Call Rich, (406) 531-6702.

SERVICES SNOW REMOVAL ESTIMATES. Snow will be flying before you know it! Schedule an estimate today. Florence-Hamilton. Will 207-1793.

LEGAL NOTICES

William J. Nelson, Esq. Nelson Law Office PLLC 217 North 3rd Street, Suite J Hamilton MT 59840 Telephone: (406) 363-3181 Facsimile: (406) 552-0153 Email: wmziplip@gmail.com Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF MARK ALBERT DILLWORTH, Deceased. Cause No.: DP-18-93 Department No. 1/2 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 first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative, Claudette Dillworth, return receipt requested, c/o William J. Nelson, 217 North Third Street, Suite J, Hamilton MT 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 25th day of September, 2018. /s/ Claudette Dillworth, Personal Representative BS 10-3, 10-10, 10-17-18. MNAXLP MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RAYMOND DREO, Deceased. Probate No.: DP-18-92 Department No. 2 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 first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to

Sandra K. Rowley, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Royce A. McCarty, Jr., P.O. Box 210, Hamilton, MT 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 19th day of September, 2018. /s/ Sandra K. Rowley BS 10-3, 10-10, 10-17-18. MNAXLP. David T. Markette Dustin M. Chouinard Megan S. Winderl MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, P.C. 601 S. First Street P.O. Box 515 Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1110 DavidM@mcpcattorneys.com Attorneys for Co-Personal Representatives MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of LORINE CHANEY a/k/a ALICE LORINE CHANEY, Deceased. Probate No. DP-18-98 Dept. No.-2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have been appointed as Co-Personal Representatives of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Kathryn L. Shinn, John Chaney, and Virginia Thomas, the Co-Personal Representatives , in care of MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, P.C., 601 S. First Street, P.O. Box 515, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. We declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Montana that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 5th day of October, 2018. /s/ Kathryn L. Shinn, Co-Personal Rep /s/ John Chaney, Co-Personal Rep /s/ Virginia Thomas, Co-Personal Rep MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, PC /s/ David T. Markette, Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives BS 10-17, 10-24, 10-31-18. MNAXLP MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HOWARD L. (LEE) KING, DECEASED. Probate No.: DP-18-87 Department No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Bitterroot Star -- Page 13

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 first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to DARRIN H. KING, Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Bell & Bell, 210 South 3rd Street, P.O. Box 210, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 11th day of September, 2018. /s/Darren H. King, Personal Representative BS 10-3, 10-10, 10-17-18. MNAXLP

Stevensville resident to fill the unexpired term of the position vacated on the Town Council. The term expires December 31, 2021. Qualifications to serve as a Town Council member are as follows: ï Must be a citizen of the United States ï Must be a Stevensville resident for at least 60 days ï Must live in Ward 2 (the area is south of 5th Street and South of Central Avenue) Any qualified person interested in being considered for appointment to the position of Town Council may make an application to the Town of Stevensville. Applications are available online at www.townofstevensville.com and at Town Hall at 206 Buck Street Stevensville, MT 59870. Completed applications can be dropped off at Town Hall or mailed to PO Box 30, Stevensville, MT 59870. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm, Friday, October 19, 2018. For more information contact the Town Clerk at (406) 777-5271. Attest: Audree Tribbensee, Town Clerk BS 10-17-18. MNAXLP

Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Shannon Marie McMillan, Shannon Marie McMillan, Petitioner Cause No. DV-18-397/5 Dept. No.: 1 JEFFREY H. LANGTON NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Shannon Marie McMillan to Tessa Nichole McMillan. The hearing will be on October 31, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Date: September 24, 2018 /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court By: Mary Sawyer, Deputy Clerk of Court. BS 10-3, 10-10, 10-17, 10-24-18. MNAXLP

Looking for the Bitterroot Star? It’s FREE on more than 100 newsstands from Lolo to Conner. Or call us at 777-3928 and we’ll let you know where the closest stand is.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR RAVALLI COUNTY (HAMILTON, MONTANA) ADULT DETENTION CENTER SECURITY ELECTRONIC CONTROLS AND MONITORING SYSTEM Ravalli County is seeking a Request for Qualifications from a professional firm for architectural, engineering and design services for the replacement of the existing security electronics controls and monitoring system for the Ravalli County Adult Detention Center at the Ravalli County Courthouse in Hamilton, Montana. For a Request for Qualifications Package which includes the Scope of Services; Submission Requirements; Selection Process; RFQ Schedule and Deadline for Submission of Qualifications, or if you have any questions, please contact Glenda Wiles, Administrative Assistant to the Ravalli County Commissioners Office at commissioners@rc.mt.gov or by calling 406-3756500. Deadline for RFQ submission is November 2, 2018. Glenda Wiles Commissioners Assistant BS 10-10, 10-17-18. MNAXLP

Behind the Picket Fence PAULA TORREY - OWNER

369-2712 or Find us on Facebook 914 N 1st St • Hamilton

PUBLIC NOTICE Town of Stevensville The Town of Stevensville announces a vacancy in the office of the Town Council created by the resignation of elected Councilmember Ray Smith. Town Council will appoint a

OPEN

Wed - Sat • 10am - 6pm Halloween • Thanksgiving Christmas • Many Gift Ideas

Home Fix-up Headquarters Advertise here for as little as $10 per week! Call 777-3928

for details.

BUILDING SUPPLY DON’S HOME CENTER & BUILDING SUPPLY

APPLIANCES

$ave Money Repair

Don’t Replace Your Reliable Appliances

Transform Your Water!

CLEANER * BETTER TASTING WATER!

363-3592

NOW AT 2 LOCATIONS:

JOHNSON APPLIANCE SERVICE

www.clearwatersystems.com

Parts & Service • 421 S. 1st • Hamilton

Hamilton – 406-363-1782 Missoula – 406-728-6400

Family operated in the Bitterroot Valley for 40 years

WINDOW CLEANING Windows Right to Your Door!

• Lumber • Paint • Hardware • Building Supply

Verticals • Wood Blinds • Miniblinds Shades • Pleated • Cellular • Duette® We Beat Ads Claiming Paint * Lumber off! * Hardware 50%-60%-70% * FREE Measuring, Estimates 776 Hwy. 93 N. Hamilton 961-4900& Installation 776 Hwy 93 N, Hamilton Save An Extra $20 Open Mon-Fri 7:30-5:30 on your purchase of $200 or more! Saturday 9-4 549-2882 • Toll Free 1-888-549-2882

961-4900

CARPET CLEANING

777-4256

BUILDING SUPPLIES

WOOD FLOORS

HOME REPAIR

Western Building Center

PERRY WOOD FLOORS

Gary Mosser Construction

For All Your Wood Floor Needs

New Construction • Additions & Decks Complete Remodels• Door & Window Replacement • Tile & Drywall Installation General Repairs & Maintenance

Trex

Decking

as low as

/lin.ft.

3956 Highway 93 North, Stevensville

777-1452

Free Estimates

642-6248

“I will floor you.”

Home Repair & Maintenance

One Call Does It All

239-3606

Licensed • Insured • Local References 15 Years Ravalli County & Missoula

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Page 14 -- Bitterroot Star

Cure

continued She said the very first thing they wanted to know was what she said when she was told that she had breast cancer. “I said, ‘wow, I’m a really healthy person and that surprises me’,” she said. They also asked what chemotherapy was and how it made her feel. They asked why she is losing her hair. She explained how it kills blood cells and leaves you vulnerable to infection and it makes your hair fall out. And how do you really deal with it all? “You deal with it by keeping a positive attitude and focusing on community,” she said. “Ours is amazing. I’ve gotten a ton of support from countless people. Not

just teachers and parents, but the whole community. Some people I haven’t talked to in years. It makes you thankful.” “Attitude is a huge part of survival,” said Allison. She said her husband told her at the end and in remission in his seven-year long battle with lymphoma, ‘Why didn’t anyone tell me when I was in Stage 4, that it was close to death?’ Because that’s not what the goal was. “’The goal was the cure, to go for the cure,’ he told her. A positive attitude is going to go a long way in anybody’s fight. And by being positive the other people feel that you are handling it,” she said. Allison said that the community response has been humbling. “I was born and raised here, but it is just shocking, the number of people who want to help…

NOTICE OF K-12 SCHOOL BOND ELECTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Trustees (the “Board”) of K-12 School District No. 15-6 (Florence-Carlton), Ravalli and Missoula Counties, Montana (the “District”), that pursuant to a resolution duly adopted at a meeting of the Board on August 7, 2018, a special election of the registered voters of the District will be held in conjunction with the general election on November 6, 2018 for the purpose of voting on the question of whether the Board is authorized to sell and issue general obligation school building bonds of the District in one or more series in the total aggregate principal amount of Fifteen Million Nine Hundred Seventy-Five Thousand and No/100 Dollars ($15,975,000) for the purpose of paying the costs of expanding and improving the Florence-Carlton School campus to address student safety, space, accessibility, and building code concerns, to include enhancing learning environments and reducing student travel outside the main school building by designing, engineering, constructing, furnishing and equipping an addition to the school to house kindergarten through 5th grade classrooms and associated administration support spaces, a new commercial kitchen, dining/assembly space, band and choir rooms, performing arts stage, high school locker rooms, and a health enhancement classroom; constructing a metal shop building for career technology education and the facilities/maintenance departments; renovating and upgrading the existing building by making mechanical and electrical upgrades and upgrades to building finishes; demolishing or relocating existing buildings and improvements; related costs and improvements; and paying costs associated with the sale and issuance of the bonds. The bonds of each series shall bear interest at a rate or rates to be determined at the time of sale and be payable semiannually during a term of not more than twenty (20) years.

there are no words to say that can convey the thanks you feel for all that people are doing,” she said. All the support from family, friends and community adds to her strength in her personal journey. “Yes, it is a journey. It is not something you want, but you’ve got to handle what’s been given to you.” She called it a “temporary inconvenience.” She said that’s what her aunt called it, who was recently diagnosed and is still undergoing treatment. She said her aunt shared her experiences with side effects and other things and was an inspiration to her. “It does impact things, but it is not going to be forever,” she said. An avid skier, Allison said, “For the first time in 30 years I am not getting a season pass because I’m getting to go through surgery in January, the best ski month. I am calling it a short journey, because I am going to get well. I have to handle it and then I’ll be done.” She said her aunt was still making visits to the doctor and taking certain drugs. “I realize

it’s not going to be short-short,” she said. “But what worries me is people who are going through this that don’t have this kind of support.” That’s where Ashlee Searle comes into play. Ashlee is sponsoring the “5K Run” in the Colors of Cancer campaign as a Senior Project. Anyone can run for any color and the funds raised will go to that color. A .5K Walk is also being sponsored for those in cancer treatment and those who have survived. Organizers are urging people to register in advance. Advance registrants are guaranteed a t-shirt. Searle is also serving as an intern for Stacey Duce at the Daly Hospital Foundation and has an application in to become a member of the board. Two seats on the board are reserved for high school students. “I think that hospital fundraising is one of the most impactful ways we can help our community,” said Searle. “I think it will make a lot of difference in the lives of the people here. When I listen to stories like Ms. Allison’s, it really makes my heart go out to them and I just want to help.” She said the 5K Run is a fun way to help and it involves the whole community.

Beginning October 9, 2018 until 12:00 noon, November 5, 2018, absentee ballots for electors of the District who reside in Ravalli County, Montana may be obtained at the office of the Ravalli County Election Administrator, Ravalli County Courthouse, 215 South 4th Street, Hamilton, Montana, and for electors of the District who reside in Missoula County, Montana, at the Missoula County Fairgrounds Election Center, 1101 South Ave. W., Bldg. 15, Missoula, Montana 59801. Electors who miss the close of registration deadline for electors of the District who reside in Ravalli County, Montana may register late at the office of the Ravalli County Election Administrator, Ravalli County Courthouse, 215 South 4th Street, Hamilton, Montana, and for such electors of the District who reside in Missoula County, Montana at the Missoula County Fairgrounds Election Center, 1101 South Ave. W., Bldg. 15, Missoula, Montana 59801, from October 10, 2018 through 12:00 pm (noon) on November 5, 2018, and on November 6, 2018 from 7:00 am through 8:00 pm.

Environmental Protection

• Immacculate yard, landscaping and covered patio • .29 acre corner lot • Easy commute to Missoula • MLS #60967

Custom built in 2017, this house combines beautiful detailing with intriguing accent, located in a quiet Hamilton neighborhood!! 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The cozy living room and roomy dining area both share the warmth and ambience of the double sided gas fireplace. The large open kitchen has a great pantry and tons of counter space! A large master suite with walk in closet and spacious bath, already wired for a sauna, is conveniently situated by the ‘’kids’’ bedrooms, The .47 acre property has underground sprinklers and is already fenced for your furry friends! Call today to see this amazing home, you won’t be disappointed!

A+ Tree Service Don’t wait until it’s too late It’s the season!

Fire Reduction & Fire Breaks

Trimming & Removal 10% Senior Discount Free Estimate

208-5737

Born & raised in the Bitterroot Valley

24 Hour Service

Crossword Solution

VOTE NO on I-186 www.StopI186.com Paid for by the Committee to Stop I-186 to Protect Miners and Jobs. P.O. Box 1585 | Helena, Montana 59624, Bruce Vincent, Treasurer

Completely Remodeled Home Tons of Custom Features

205 Mountain View Drive - $320,000

uc d e R

$399,000

Custom cabinets with Granite countertops and all new appliances, two fireplaces, living room and a family room and a wine cellar are some of the features in this 5 bedroom, 3 bath home that is ready for a new family. There is also an 180 sq ft bonus room off the back of the garage.

Call Mark Haldorson! 381-4112 Plenty of room for a busy family! Call Kerry today!

cancer they or a loved one has survived. Enjoy the creatively decorated riders, silent auction and amazing energy at this annual event! (406) 239-4354, https://www.facebook.com/SprinklePinkbarrelrace/

I-186 would upset that balance, block new mines, and threaten Montana jobs and communities.

• Meticulous 3 bed, 3 bath 4,144 sp.ft w/3 car garage • Stunning copper interior and exterior features • Dentil detail design crown moldings throughout

Economic Prosperity

Balance: That’s the Montana Way.

Pric

Custom brick home with a designer’s touch!

continued

Get local!

DATED this 3rd day of October, 2018 Regina Plettenberg, Ravalli County Election Administrator 215 South 4th Street, Suite C; Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 375-6550

500 Charlos Street, Stevensville

October 31, 2018 Lavender Team Raffle for Quilt & 14K Colors of Cancer necklace Mikesells Fine Jewelry, Hamilton The winners of Team Lavender’s quilt and necklace will be drawn. Get your tickets as soon as possible! Drawing will take place in the afternoon on October 31.

Shop local! 777-3928

The polling place for electors of the District who reside in Ravalli County, Montana will be at Florence-Carlton K-12 School in Florence, Montana. The polling place for electors of the District who reside in Missoula County, Montana will be at the Lolo School in Lolo, Montana. The polls will be open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, November 6, 2018.

Colors

Newly Remodeled 3bdrm/2bath 2033 sq ft home Garage/RV Shed/Workshop 1.21 acres MLS #62576

Visit my website at: MontanaWannaBe.com

Sheri Jones, Broker Owner Real Living Greater Montana Mobile: 406-369-1047 Fax: 406-545-2203 Office: 406-642-3054

Outstanding in his field Merle Unruh

Call today

Talk to Merle for all your Real Estate Needs! 406.240.4672

2017 Realtor of the Year by BVBR

Hamilton 363-4700

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Bitterroot Star -- Page 15

The Sign that Gets it Sold!

Brought to you by:

Sandy “Mo” Adkins

Judy Allison

Marci Almond

Brian Berland

Kathie Butts

John Cole

Sharon Dedmon

Sheree Fowler

Rod Freeman

406-381-5872

406-360-1319

406-239-8505

406-361-1972

406-363-8114

406-360-6768

406-360-0258

406-360-2448

406-369-0320

Realtor

Realtor, SRF

Realtor, ABR, e-Pro Realtor

Broker, e-Certified,

Broker, ABR

Broker,ABR, CRS,

Broker, ABR, CRS,

Realtor, GRI

Naomi Gary

Bruce Gould

Cindi Hayne

Jan King

Catherine Lindbeck

Laura Merrill

Chris Miller

Beatrice “Bea” Paxson

Chris Sachs

Wanda Sumner

406-240-2957

406-360-8348

406-240-6497

406-369-4313

406-360-0117

406-381-0067

406-381-0102

406-360-0117

406-381-6938

406-360-5161

Broker, GRI, CRS

GRI, SFR Certified

Broker, ABR, CRS,

Broker,

Broker

Broker, GRI

Hamilton Office • 120 S. 5th St, Ste 201 • bhhsmt.com/hamilton

Realtor

Realtor, eCertified,

Realtor

Realtor, ABR, CRS

© 2018 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.® Equal Housing Opportunity.

COME IN & CHECK OUT OUR BX, B & L SERIES TRACTORWS

0 DOWN, 0 FOR 60 MONTHS*

% A.P.R. FINANCING

• RTV’S • EXCAVATORS • SKID STEER • TRACTORS FOR EVERY APPLICATION • TRACK LOADERS LA-534

Think Orange.™

Call Brian for all your Kubota equipment service needs!

SEE JOHN OR RICHARD ABOUT CASH DISCOUNTS & GREAT FINANCE OPTIONS FOR YOUR

BIG ORANGE KUBOTA!

$0 Down, 0% A.P.R. for 60 months Qualifying Equipment: BX, B, L, MX and M, MH(M7), RB, DMC, DM, RA and TE Series $0 Down, 0% A.P.R. financing for up to 60 months on purchases of select new Kubota LA-534 equipment from participating dealers’ in-stock inventory is available to qualified purchasers through Kubota Credit Corporation, U.S.A.; subject to credit approval. Some exceptions apply. Example: 60 monthly payments of $16.67 per $1,000 financed. Offer expires 12/31/18. See us or go to KubotaUSA.com for more information.

BIG SKY KUBOTA LLC

7550 Thornton Drive, Missoula, MT 59808 • 542-2200

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Page 16 -- Bitterroot Star

Celebrating Local!

The Bitterroot Star is celebrating more than 33 years of partnering with local businesses! All of us are committed to providing you, our valued customers, with an authentic and satisfying experience, today and always. Weed Free Certified Packer Cubes Equis $12.95 Buy 10, ge

1 FREE

This month we proudly feature

We have expanded our selection of: SHAMPOOS • CONDITIONER • AFTER BATH SPRAYS

Western Building Center

1308 Eastside Hwy • Corvallis • 961-4917

Satisfaction Guaranteed • Locally Owned and Operated

STEVENSVILLE’S OWN SELF-SERVE DOG WASH!

INSPIRED BY YOUR LIFE

Check out our selection of

New Leashes & Collars 115 Valley View St . Stevensville . 214-4247 New Winter Hours: Thurs - Mon • 9 - 5

Helping with all your Home Projects Building Materials • Hardware Electrical • Plumbing Supplies . . . and More

THE HOLIDAYS ARE RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER . . . Before the family shows up make your home look fresh with New Flooring

For all your moving needs 1600 N. 1st St . Hamilton . 363-1922

3905 US Hwy 93 • Stevensville, Mt • (406) 777-0903

Yukon hickory wheat

Take the Money & Ride Sale

Reserve Your Turkey Or Ham Today!

Get up to a $100 Visa Prepaid Card when you buy a new set of 4 qualifying now thru Oct 31st

Want to try something different? have ys e will We ed Turk k le Smo availab

Choose from...

Beeler’s Ham Fresh Hutterite Turkeys Fresh Bread each week from Tandem Bakery in Missoula

500 North 1st Street . Hamilton . (406) 363-2995

Neffs’ Flooring and Design vinyl

carpet

tile

hardwood

stone

blinds Fall Into Savings

Store wide Sale on Now!

CUSTOM CABINETS Visit our cabinet showroom and find inspiration for your kitchen and bath project! Paul Gabriel Contractor Sales

406 363 7002

201 S. Second St . Hamilton

9 am to 5 pm Mon - Fri / Sat 10 - 2

Proudly serving Montana for over 70 years!

3956 Highway 93 North Stevensville

(406) 777-1452

Proudly serving our customers for over 70 years!

Western Building Center 3956 Highway 93 North • Stevensville • (406) 777-1452

Thank you

for shopping locally!

910 N 1st . Hamilton . 363-1626

Fresh Local Produce

Do you suffer from headaches or neck pain? Call to reserve your FREE guide on how to get rid of your pain in a few easy steps • Guide mailed directly to you

406-961-3841 1016 Brooks Ave Corvallis Montana