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Stevensville FAS a done deal By Michael Howell
On Monday, December 10, the Montana Fish & Wildlife Commission unanimously approved a proposal made by Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) to accept fee title to 6.25 acres at the Stevensville Bridge to manage and develop as a Fishing Access Site (FAS). The land is being donated specifically for that purpose by Myla Yahraus, current owner of the historic Fort Owen Ranch property. The Commission received 24 public comments concerning the proposal. Twentytwo explicitly supported the proposal and none expressed any opposition. “There was a lot of positive sentiment around the work that was done, and Myla’s
graciousness to create a space to resolve some issues and the Stevensville community who were really helpful in developing a proposal that we could bring back to the commission,” said FWP Region 2 Supervisor Randy Arnold. “It was broad support on a lot of fronts.” Arnold said that a number of elements in the plan for development of the site were added as a result of public comment. He said working with the Stevensville community over parking helped a lot. A public road to the Town’s River Park runs through the FAS property. By sharing some of the town’s parking spaces, FWP can protect a little more of the riparian area along the river front and alleviate traffic issues at the entrance from the highway cut-off road. Public
comment also led to the addition of a separate entranceway for people accessing off the pathway for bikes and pedestrian traffic from the vehicle traffic that is entering. A separation of the boat launch area from the swimming area using large stones is also being considered. There were a couple of objections to allowing camping, according to Arnold, but overall there was overarching support for camping, so the plan calls for the creation of some hardened campsites, with no electricity or other services, separated from the entranceway traffic and the parking and boat and trailer use area. The next steps include officially closing on the property
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Stevensville council to develop code of ethics By Michael Howell
At its meeting held on Monday, December 10, the Stevensville Town Council finally discussed the Mayor Brandon Dewey’s report on the complaints made by Town Clerk Audree Tribbensee concerning harassment and bullying and a toxic work environment. After dredging up some old complaints and adding a couple of new ones, the council members agreed to take some “baby steps,” as Council President Michalson put it, and address at least some of the complaints by developing a Code of Ethics that would include rules for conduct for council members and define the potential repercussions if the rules are violated.
The Mayor’s report included the results of an independent investigation into the allegations by Missoula attorney Malin Johnson. In Johnson’s report, some of the allegations of harassment and bullying were believable and met the definition of harassment and bullying in town policy, but were not explicitly prohibited by the policy. She found the allegations “unsustainable” and recommended that the council consider amending the policy to correct this deficiency. The mayor, based on additional interviews with the staff and additional research into the existing policy, found, in his opinion, that the actions described in the allegations were in violation of the prohibitions in another
section of the personnel policy concerning “workplace violence” and were thus sustainable in his opinion. Council member Robin Holcomb said that she was bothered that the report included accusations against people with no proof and then added, “I notice that you continued to add to this. I thought once it was completed, the investigation was done. So, I don’t know where we go from here with all this.” Dewey said that he was simply rendering his recommendations as required since the complaint was given to his office and the council can consider whether to follow them
The Stevensville Fire Department was dispatched to the 200 block of Main Street in downtown Stevensville for smoke coming out of a heater at 9:36 p.m. on Saturday, December 15th. A resident of one of the apartments above the Stevi Cafe smelled the smoke and called 911. Fire Chief Jeff Motley told the Bitterroot Star that the first responders went directly to the second floor from where the call came and found the whole floor engulfed in smoke. The residents were evacuated without incident or injury. Town staff and the Mayor are working with the American Red Cross to provide temporary housing for the nine
residents displaced as a result of the fire. Unable to discover any flames on the second floor, he said, the attic and the downstairs were checked and the fire was discovered in the café. Motley said the first-floor business suffered severe fire, smoke and water damage in the kitchen area where the fire originated. He said there was no sprinkler system in the café but a suppression system attached to the range hood did deploy. He said the north part of the first floor with the bar and dining area was not burned but did have significant smoke damage. He said the second-floor apartments sustained moderate smoke damage. The adjacent
public library also sustained minor smoke damage. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Property and content losses have yet to be determined. The Stevensville Fire Department was assisted by firefighters from Florence, Three-Mile and Victor Fire Departments and Marcus Daly ambulance. Ravalli County Sheriff’s Office and the Stevensville Police Department personnel coordinated traffic control as the fire took place on Stevensville’s busy Main Street. According to Motley, 38 firefighters responded to the
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the riparian vegetation on the site by revegetating portions of the streambank denuded by past heavy recreational use. The pioneered boat launch and fishing access site was used by the public for many years without contention, but had become a focal point for dissension in recent years and was finally closed off by the previous landowner with concrete blocks to prevent use by the public. Thankful for the incredibly generous offer by the new landowner, Myla Yahraus, suggestions were made to name the fishing access site after her. But Yahraus declined that suggestion. One thing she insisted on, however, was that the land remain an FAS in perpetuity and that it be taken care of by FWP. The deed will include a reversionary clause that requires FWP to develop and manage the land as a public FAS; if FWP fails to do so, the land would revert to the private landowner. In accepting the donation, FWP would also agree to develop a
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deal and initiating a bid process with a scope of work and request for bid proposals, but first the details of the plan and designs need to be finalized. Arnold said proposed developments include a designated parking area, a gravel access road, a primitive camping area, a concrete vault latrine, some boundary and interior fencing, some bicycle/pedestrian and ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) trail connections, and informational signs. The existing area where boaters have traditionally launched will continue to serve as the designated launch. The launch area has several tiered natural gravel rises, which accommodate launching at all water levels. In addition to improving recreational opportunities along the Bitterroot River, development of the site will provide an opportunity to improve
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Monitoring local bighorn sheep population By Michael Howell
Hanging onto the rungs of a helicopter with a dart gun in pursuit of several Bighorn Sheep sounds more like a video game than a real job. But a few guys in a helicopter flying service from Alaska and Colorado actually do that for a living. And they did it just recently up the West Fork just a few miles beyond Painted Rocks Reservoir. Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks biologist Rebecca Mowry organized the event which included FWP personnel and volunteers. One of those volunteers, Tom Powers with Ravalli County Fish and Wildlife Association, said it was 31 degrees and extremely windy at his place on Thursday morning, but when they arrived
at Painted Rocks dam it was 13 degrees. However, the wind had died down, the air was calm and the helicopter mission was a go. Former FWP biologist Craig Jourdonnais flew in a fixed wing plane to do spotting for the operation. Powers said that within 30 minutes they had brought two sheep back to the test site. His job was to monitor the animal’s temperature and see that they didn’t overheat. If the sheep’s temperature gets up to 104 degrees, the animal is cooled down with snow and water. Ear tags are placed on the sheep for future identification. Fecal and blood samples are taken. Nasal and mouth swabs are taken for analysis and the animals are weighed. Some receive radio transmitters that Mowry will use
to monitor their activities.The radio collars were paid for by the Montana Wild Sheep Foundation and the Ravalli County Fish and Wildlife Association. It was a pretty successful five-hour job as a dozen sheep were captured and tested, including two young rams, nine ewes and one lamb. Powers said that by early afternoon the remaining sheep had figured things out and were hiding out in the timber, so they decided to call it quits around 1:30 p.m. “It was a pretty exciting day,” said Powers. He said there hasn’t been a real sheep capture like this in the Bitterroot since 2000, when 30 sheep were captured up the East Fork and transplanted to Utah.
Bringing in two bighorn sheep by helicopter to the landing and testing site at Painted Rocks Lake.
The biggest of two rams caught and ready for testing. All photos provided by Tom Powers.
The sheep in the truck are done with their testing and ready to be released. Below center: One sheep is released and heads back to the mountain. The project was funded by the Montana Wild Sheep Foundation and Ravalli County Fish & Wildlife Association.
At left: The testing of each sheep begins at the front end and finishes at the rear end. Here the radio collar is placed on. The mouth is forced open with spreaders and swabbed as are the nostrils. A blood sample is also taken. The temperature of the sheep is critical and monitored by a thermometer in the rear of the sheep and fecal samples are taken as well. All tests will be completed in Bozeman at MSU by MT FWP staff.
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or not. “We will take the steps on the executive side to mitigate any harm or misconduct or risk thereof,” he said. He said he used Johnson’s investigative report to form his recommendations but would defer to the town’s attorney for recommendations about how to proceed. Town Attorney Brian West said, “Ultimately this council will have control over policies, like the personnel policy, and either choosing to implement or amend those policies. This was one of the major recommendations of Ms. Johnson’s report.” Johnson’s report characterized the current policy as “deficient” in regards to prohibiting harassment and bullying. West said that his recommendation would be to pose it as an agenda item so that the deficiencies pointed out in the report could be addressed. Johnson’s report also found that Council President Bob Michalson had retaliated against Tribbensee by threatening her with being fired following the filing of her complaint. Johnson found the allegation credible and the actions prohibited by law and suggested
that Michalson apologize to Tribbensee for his action. Michalson said he had had a good talk with Johnson and then stated, “I would like to apologize to our clerk Audree for my comment made one night as far as stating a retaliation issue. I did try to tell her that it takes more than one person to get her removed from her probationary status, it takes a majority vote. It doesn’t matter now what I thought. I do apologize if you took that wrong, Audree. Johnson thought very strongly that I should do that and I’m doing that and I mean it.” Asked by the mayor how the council wanted to proceed, Michalson said, “Is there going to be a point where that door is opened again for council? Or is that closed-door policy going to be forever?” The Mayor said the lock was installed as a measure to protect staff after interviewing staff and hearing their concerns for their safety and it would remain. Citizens, including council members, may approach the open counter and ask for help, said Dewey. “Then we are not going anywhere,” said Michalson. “If you keep the lock on that door and you keep your lock on your door you are keeping the council out.
You are locking out the voices of the people. How can we start over again when you keep the door locked.” Dewey said it was recommended as a way to provide security for staff and protection for public documents. “We saw no need for anyone to be in that office unless they were invited,” said Dewey. He said a council person, or any citizen, could step up to the window and state their need and then be let into the office. Councilperson Robin Holcomb said that she didn’t think she had ever threatened anybody. “As a council, we have been degraded from day one in the newspaper, the radio and the news stations,” said Holcomb. “Yes, I agree we have to change our policy and work together with the community. But several times I sent you [Mayor Dewey] emails and you never responded or if you did it was in a very harsh way.” Holcomb said it would be hard to go forward with the degrading things showing up in the press like the accusations that were made in the report about Michalson drinking. She said most of her interview was taken up with questions related to putting Jim Crews on the council and how all the staff might quit and file
lawsuits. She said she would like to move forward because what matters is the town and the people of the town. “Since last January we have done nothing productive in this town except bicker, with things going in the paper, things going here, and we are bad people,” said Holcomb. “How did that happen? How can we move forward? I don’t know if we can. If we have to do a policy to make sure this doesn’t happen, then that’s what we have to do.” Councilperson Jerry Phillips said that his thoughts after reading all the information led him to do a little research into other communities that have set rules of conduct for elected officials and executive staff. He said right now the town’s policy did contain some rules and regulations that apply to the executive staff and that these could be worked with to apply to council members as well. He suggested they move forward with developing a Code of Ethics. “I agree” said Michalson, “but that doesn’t mean that you should get beat to death over personal things.” He expressed outrage at the accusations against him of drinking when he has been sober for 32 years. Councilperson Stacie Barker said that she was asked about
Group of volunteers and MT FWP staff. Crews in her interview with the attorney and pressured about the potential of all the clerks quitting and filing lawsuits. She reiterated her claim that she was “bullied” by the public at that meeting to not appoint Crews. “I felt I was bullied, not persuaded, by the public at that meeting,” she said. “That was a bullying tactic by several different people.” Mayor Dewey said that the agenda item was not about staff bullying or public bullying, it was about the council members and their conduct. He said there was no reason to be defensive at this point because the allegations had been substantiated. “This is your opportunity to own up and correct your policies,” said Dewey.
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continued call and 13 apparatus were at the scene, not calling it quits until 2 a.m. Motley said, “Everybody was insured but it will be a process to get it back up and going.” Stevensville Mayor Brandon Dewey commented, “We are very thankful that no one was injured
Councilmember Phillips read a portion of Missoula City Council rules in which unacceptable conduct by a council member such as loud, abusive or threatening language was prohibited. Dewey said developing such a policy would make dealing with these kinds of issues more expedient and make it clearer what kind of conduct is allowed and what kind is not allowed. Attorney West suggested they appoint a council member to work as a liaison with the Mayor’s office in reviewing the town’s policy and other municipal policies and reporting to a Committee of the Whole. The Council agreed and appointed Phillips as the liaison.
in this unfortunate event. All of the firefighters who responded did a remarkable job. I am very proud of their quick response and coordinated efforts on scene.” Dewey added, “While this is an unfortunate event, we are blessed that Stevensville is a generous community that will rise to the occasion when our neighbors find themselves in a time of need and support.”
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Remembering President George H.W. Bush By Bob Brown, Helena
I met President George H. W. Bush, our 41st President, when he was a former President campaigning in Great Falls in 2000 for his son, then Presidential candidate George W. Bush. I introduced myself to the former President at the event at the Heritage Inn. While we posed for a photograph I told him I knew his son, Neil, from Bush’s 1988 campaign. Bush asked about my family. We chatted about Glacier Park and our service in the Navy. I’ve met and conversed with several Presidents over the course of my life. From my brief but memorable encounter with Bush, his uniqueness among them was his naturally gracious amiability. Tall and genteel in bearing, he radiated good will and kindness that immediately put me at ease. When I first learned of his passing it brought a tear to my eye. Former Vice President Dick Cheney described him as a “gentleman’s gentleman, you can’t be around and not be a better person for it.� I understand that. The passing of President Bush 41 brought a detailed review of his many accomplishments beginning with his record in World War II. He could have postponed, and perhaps even avoided military service, but instead enlisted at age 18, and became a combat pilot while still a teenager. His 58th mission was cut short when he was shot down, parachuting only after bombing his target. He went on to successfully complete a remarkable succession of high level responsibilities and missions that well qualified him to be America’s President, and respected leader of the free world. While there are ardent advocates for President James K. Polk, it
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country for many years now. The election of President Trump was a reaction against the divisive identity politics of the Democratic Party. President Trump is the last hope this country has to avoid becoming, in the words of Ann Coulter, a “Third World Hellhole.� The only type of diversity that the Left cannot tolerate is the diversity of opinion. The Antifa and others in the extreme Left, with the help of the liberal media, academia, and other Leftists, attempt to shut up anybody who they disagree with. They call it hate speech and according to them, “hate speech is not free speech.� When the White House and Congress are controlled by Democrats again (which is inevitable based on current demographic trends), they will attempt to suppress any dissent from the Right. That is when there will be a real constitutional crisis in this country. If diversity is what you want, move to California. It’s already a majority-minority state. That’s the reason why thousands are fleeing the state and coming to places like Montana. They are 222 N 2nd St Hamilton MT
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Dear Editor, This letter is in response to Ron Osborn’s letter (Missoulian, 11/14/2018) and everybody else who believes that diversity will make America great again. The exact opposite is the truth. Since the change in immigration laws in 1965, this country has become vastly more diverse with the arrival of millions of legal and illegal immigrants from everywhere in the world. In 1970, America was 83 percent white. It was 61 percent white in 2016 and is projected to be less than 50 percent white by 2045. Shouldn’t that be enough diversity to make America already great and becoming greater every year? America is not becoming greater every year because diversity is not a strength. Diversity is divisive. Minority and special interest groups fight only for their own self-interests at the expense of the common good. This is identity politics. It dominates the Democratic Party. The result is the bitterly divisive politics that we have been experiencing in this
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is increasingly the view of historians that George Herbert Walker Bush will emerge as our nation’s greatest one term President. Certainly his accomplishments as both a war and peacetime President were great, but I think the greater greatness of our 41st President was his characteristic for doing what he believed to be the responsible thing, regardless of the consequences to himself. Bush’s character projected kindness and gentleness of spirit, but also integrity and steely courage when either the actual or political guns were going off. Bush was self effacing and unselfish to the point to purposely avoiding talking about himself. Like his recently departed fellow traditional Republican John McCain, duty to country was not about himself, but causes and purposes greater than himself. In keeping with this, our system of government has functioned best when, as Thomas Jefferson observed, it involves “give and take� among opposing factions. Compromise for a greater good seems almost quaint today, but Bush understood that simple requirement of a functional democracy, and acted accordingly. Bush rose competently through the ranks at a time when both political parties were big tents consisting of liberals, conservatives and moderates, before we sorted into warring cultural and ideological camps. His goal was never to disrupt the institutions of government. It was, with thoughtfulness and care, to improve them. Today we are a better country because of his example.
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Dear Editor, Our Senators voted recently on whether active duty service members and their spouses deserve to have laws enforced that defend them from illegally high cost loans. They voted on whether senior citizens deserve a protector who will clamp down on scams. They voted on whether students deserve protection from abuses by debt collectors. They voted on whether First Nations people deserve to be protected from discrimination that leaves them without credit or with higher interest rates. They voted on whether Montanans deserve a strong law enforcement force in Washington, or whether payday lenders and other financial powerhouses can count the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau as an ally. Senator Tester voted, once again, to oppose Kathy Kraninger to lead the CFPB. He knew that she was unqualified, ideological, and will leave consumers like you and me without protection. Senator Daines chose to let Montanans down. Susan Fenner Great Falls
Dear Editor, I’m saddened to learn this morning that our distinguished head of the Department of Interior, Commando Ryan Zinke, will be leaving his cabinet position at the end of the year. Perhaps his superior officer, Cadet Bone Spurs, can promote him to a new job on his staff. Something like Chief Geologist Climatologist Resource Officer (GCRO) perhaps. We Montanans know how good Ryan looks in a uniform so help the guy out . . . please? Jim Hamilton Florence
Kids’ Shopping Day a success
Dear Editor, The Joy of Christmas is alive and well in Stevensville! Smiles, laughing, bright eyes and comments like “Oh, Mommy will just love that!� were all common on Saturday at the Stevensville Clothes Closet! The children were present with ideas, hope and joy to do their shopping for the very special Christmas gifts. Because of the effort of many people this event was again this year a wonderful success! Donations of time, gift items and cash made this the tremendous event that it was. There were “elves� to assist the kids with what they were choosing and offering some ideas. Just in case help was needed! Thank you everyone for what you did to make this such a
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Victor Fire Department to distribute smoke alarms Home fires are the biggest disaster threat facing American families, affecting more people yearly than floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes combined. In 2017, home fires caused over 2,500 deaths, 12,300 injuries, and nearly $7 billion in property damage; that rate has remained relatively unchanged for the last 20 years. Carbon monoxide poisoning is another deadly problem. Over 2,200 people died from 2010-2015 alone from unintentional carbon monoxide poisoning, with almost half of those deaths occurring in the wintertime from inadequate heat system venting. The truly frightening part is that most victims weren’t even aware there was a problem until it was too late. The American Red Cross and the Victor Volunteer Fire District is attacking this problem and working to significantly lower the deaths and injuries from home fires and carbon monoxide poisoning in the Victor Fire District. The Victor Volunteer Fire District will, upon request,
make home visits to install smoke alarms as well as deliver disaster safety education, at no cost to any resident in the district. All Victor Volunteer Fire District personnel have passed a background check. Smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and fire safety education are all critical; installing alarms and detectors can save lives by alerting residents to a dangerous situation, and the fire safety education empowers people to take action to prevent and survive a home fire. The smoke alarms, detectors, and batteries are warrantied to provide each home with ten years of worry-free protection. They also comply with Underwriters Laboratories and the National Fire Protection Association standards. Anyone wishing to have a smoke alarm installed and/or receive fire safety information should call the Victor Fire Hall at 642-3180 and leave a message. A Victor Fire District volunteer will return the call to schedule a home visit in the Victor Fire District.
CASA selling luminaries to raise awareness of child abuse and neglect Bitterroot CASA is asking local residents to remember children who have been abused or neglected by purchasing a HOPE luminary. The luminary symbolizes the community’s support to children who have been abused or neglected. More than 400,000 children are in foster care in the United States on any given day. (casa.org) Locally, Bitterroot CASA has seen an increase in the number of children that they serve from 2017 to 2018. Locally, Bitterroot CASA has seen an increase in the number of children that they serve this year. Currently, the local CASA organization is serving more children than it ever has in its fifteen-year history. By purchasing a luminary, local residents can help bring awareness to this epidemic and show support for the children who have been abused or neglected. “CASA’s advocates really become a light of hope for these children.� Said Gale Price, a Bitterroot CASA board member. “The HOPE luminary represents the hope that CASA advocates bring to the children in the dependency system of Ravalli
County.� Luminaries are $10 and are for sale at Montanning, K & S Greenhouse, TrailWest Bank in Hamilton and through Bitterroot CASA. Each luminary contains a bag with the HOPE symbol on the front, sand and a batteryoperated tea light. Bitterroot CASA’s goal is to sell 200 luminaries throughout Ravalli County. All purchases are taxdeductible. Bitterroot CASA is asking residents to light the HOPE luminary throughout the holiday season and display the luminary either in a window or on a porch. In 2017, Bitterroot CASA advocated for 66 children in Ravalli County, accounting for over 900 hours. Last year, Bitterroot CASA had 14 volunteers. This year, they are advocating for almost 80. To learn about how you can become a volunteer, or sponsor a volunteer to be trained, contact Bitterroot CASA’s program director, Julie Crane, at (406961-4535. The goal of Bitterroot CASA is to prevent abused, neglected and abandoned children from becoming lost in the Court system.
great day! As the adults waited for the children to do their shopping there were treats of hot chocolate, coffee and cookies just outside the door. Again, volunteers to stand out there and help serve and of course there were many homemade treats! After the gifts were chosen with great care, the kids could then have them wrapped so the gifts would be ready to put under the tree for opening on Christmas! The true meaning of Christmas was certainly present during this event. There’s nothing like the smile on the face of a little girl as she holds up the “perfect� gift for her Mommy and then finds one for Dad too! This is what it is all about! Here are just a few of the comments: You folks are great. That’s why I drive to Stevensville to make donations. Thank you very much! Thank you for doing this! When my 4 year old walked out with a couple gifts in hand for her loved ones, she was just beaming. Thanks to the community and to all the volunteers who make this happen! Thank you, Clothes Closet, for everything you do. A very merry Christmas to you all! I love the Clothes Closet in
Stevensville. Such a blessing to the community! Merry Christmas to all and to all, the joy of the season! Lois Hansen Clothes Closet Stevensville
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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 9262135 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 meets each Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in the small dining room at the Living Centre, 57 Main Street. 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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Dementia caregiver group
Overeaters Anonymous meets every Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Presbyterian Church (west door), 1220 W. Main, Hamilton. For more information call 3632512.
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.
NAMI family support group
Suicide support group
Gamblers Anon
Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church, 411 S. 5th Street in Hamilton.
Overeaters Anon
Bitterroot NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is sponsoring a support group for
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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.
Association for the Blind
The Bitterroot Sapphire Chapter of the Montana Association for the Blind meets on the third Friday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at The Coffee Cup in Hamilton. Contact Chris at 8800823 for more information.
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Morning TOPS
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (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.
Florence American Legion
Florence American Legion Post 134 meets the first Tuesday of the month at the Florence Rural Fire Station. Call Terry Wahl, Commander, at 274-4589 for more information.
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.
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Saint Augustine Church In the Anglican Tradition
Services Sunday at 10am 206 E Ravalli Hamilton 642-3085
We use 1928 Book of Common Prayer
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 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 .
Soroptomist
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.
Rotary Club
The Hamilton Rotary Club meets Mondays, 12 noon at BJ’s Restaurant, 900 N. First Street, Hamilton. For information about Rotary, call 363-2960.
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.
Stevi Masons
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.
Our Savior Lutheran Church and Preschool
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Worship 9am Sunday School at 10:15 Wed 7pm Service
Preschool 8:45-11:30am 3’s Tue/Thurs 4’s M/W/F
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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 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.
NVPL storytime
Story Time is an enriching early learning program for toddlers and preschoolers that takes place on Wednesdays 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. For more information, call 406-7775061 or visit northvalleylibrary. org. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Sapphire Quilters The Sapphire Quilt Club meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Stevensville Senior Center, 100 Mission Street. Join this fun group of people to learn about quilting. Beginner to expert quilters welcome. For more information call Charlie Kirk at 361-1146.
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.
Doll Club
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.
Model train club
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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.
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 Club
Effectively formulate and 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.
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, 2 to 5 p.m. (winter hours). 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.
Clothes Closet
The Stevensville Clothes Closet is a non-profit, free store that serves the people of the Bitterroot Valley by accepting donations of children and adult clothing, shoes, linens, small appliances and kitchenware. They then sort, wash and offer the goods free to the community. The Clothes Closet is located at Middle Burnt Fork and ALC way. It is open for shopping and for donations Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. The Clothes Closet is especially in need of household goods and clothing. For questions about donations or directions call Gail Fisher at 777-5694 or Molly Hackett at 961-4614.
Family History Libraries
The Family History Libraries invite everyone (ages 12 and up) who is interested in researching their family history to stop in and take advantage of their free services. There are specialists available who are happy to assist you in finding records on your ancestors as well as in organizing photos and stories about them. They also have free access to subscription genealogical sites. 401 N 8th Street, Hamilton Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays: 6 to 8 p.m. Other times available by appointment. Call 363-5108. 100 Middle Burnt Fork Road, Stevensville East Foyer Door - Ring Marked Bell Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays: 12 to 4 p.m. Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Other times available by appointment. Call 777-2735.
Adult open swim
Bitterroot Aquatic Center offers Adult Open Swim on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Enjoy the 91-degree water and work out at your own pace. Call 375-8200 for more information or visit the website at bitterrootaquaticcenter.com
Chair Yoga
Improve your core strength and flexibility with Chair Yoga every Monday and most Wednesdays at 12 noon or 1 p.m. on 2nd Wednesdays at the St. Francis Pastoral Life Center, 411 S. 5th, Hamilton. By donation only. Call Cynthia at 370-7609 for more info. Great for any fitness level.
Acoustic Jam
An acoustic music jam sponsored by the Bitterroot School of Music is held the 4th Tuesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rooted Music located at 100 Skeels Street, Suite A in Hamilton. All acoustic instruments are welcome as is anyone who would like to sing or just come and enjoy the music. For info contact Rooted Music at 406-363-5491.
Drum Circle
African Drum Circle takes place on the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at
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Wednesday, December 19, 2018 The Center for Spiritual Life, 328 Fairground Road, Hamilton. Bring your drum, rattles, and other instruments and be part of the fun. No drums? No worries! There are instruments to share. By donation. For information, contact Jerry at 381-7220 (jelb229@aol.com) or on Facebook at CSLBitterroot or visit the website: CSLBitterroot. org.
completes some sort of physical activity in the boundaries of Ravalli County now through February 15, you can enter it into a drawing for prizes. The more you move, the more chances you can enter. Every time counts. Record it at Ravalli.msuextension.org/walking. html OR complete a paper form at MSU/Ravalli Extension Office. For more information contact your Extension office at 375-6611.
Three Mile Coffee Zumba classes Club A fun and easy-to-follow, 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.
Volunteers needed
Volunteers are needed for the Victor Volunteer Fire Department support group. This group provides food for the Wednesday evening meetings of the Victor Fire Department. Support group members are responsible for one week per month only. What you decide to make is up to you, serving about 20 people. Soups, stews, casseroles, etc. and a dessert. Call Sharon at 642-3844 for additional information.
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@ gmail for more information.
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.
Center for Spiritual Life
Center for Spiritual Life holds Sunday Services at 328 Fairgrounds Road, across from Hamilton High School. Come hear inspiring ideas and uplifting music. Meditation begins at 9 a.m., service begins at 9:30 a.m., stay for fellowship in the Social Hall at 10:45 a.m. For further information call Dave Schultz at 381-2355, visit CSLBitterroot.org, or on Facebook: CSLBitterroot.
Course in Miracles Study Group
There are now two meeting times for the Course in Miracles study group. Join one of the weekly ongoing and deepening discussions of A Course in Miracles, a journey of spiritual transformation. The morning class meets Wednesdays from 9:45 a.m. to 12 noon; the evening class meets Thursdays from 5:30 to 7 p.m., both at The Center for Spiritual Life, 328 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. By donation. More information on Facebook at CSLBitterroot, or visit cslbitterroot.org, or call Selma (AM) at 381-6480 or Ken (PM) at 3812067.
WINter Wellness Challenge
It’s free to participate in the WINter Wellness Challenge, a health-focused incentive program. This challenge is geared to encourage any adult (18+) to engage in any form of physical activity – dance classes, downhill skiing, hiking, kickboxing DVD at home, whatever! Every time you
low impact Zumba class will be held on Tuesday and Wednesdays at St. Francis Pastoral Center, 411 S. 5th, Hamilton. The class focuses on improving balance, flexibility, muscular conditioning, range of motion and coordination set to a great mix of Latin, Christian, oldies, country, and pop music...you will leave empowered, uplifted, and feeling strong (you can tone up AND prevent falls and injuries!) Even if you think you have two left feet or no rhythm, come and just move to the music...it’s so much fun. If you can’t stand long, come sit in a chair and “dance.” Join Alexandra on Tuesdays at 5:15 p.m. and Wednesdays (1st, 3rd, 4th) at 11:30 a.m. By donation.
Sharing Tree donations needed
The Stevensville Sharing Tree program is in need of donations. Sharing Tree provides approximately 300 local needy children ages 0 to 18 with warm winter clothing, personal hygiene items and a toy for Christmas. These children are represented in banks within Stevensville by tags; unfortunately, not every tag gets chosen. For the tags that are not chosen, Sharing Tree purchases new warm winter clothing and personal hygiene items. This year, the Sharing Tree needs to raise $5,000 to meet these needs. If you are able to donate new warm winter clothing in any size such as coats, snow pants and snow boots, bring your items to any of the Stevensville banks. For tax deductible donations, make checks payable to Sharing Tree and mail to P.O. Box 747, Stevensville MT 59870. For more information, contact Linda Page at 214-1839 or Beth Perkins at 207-5748.
Audubon calendars available
Bitterroot Audubon has the perfect gift to send to loved ones. It is lightweight, packs easily and shows off the beauty of the Bitterroot so well. It is the 2019 Bitterroot Audubon Calendar featuring some of the stunning avian friends that live here. The photos were taken by talented Bitterroot photographers with drawings of birds by Victor 4th and 5th graders. These useful and informative calendars are only $15 and the proceeds stay in the valley for Bitterroot Audubon’s work on conservation, education and scholarship projects. Help a local non-profit help the valley’s habitat and wildlife! Calendars available at: Florence and Stevensville Ace, Valley Drug and Variety, Noah’s Ark, Corvallis Merc, Hamilton Gifts, Bitterroot Drug, Robbins Hallmark and Art Focus.
Warming Tree
Employees at Ravalli Electric Co-op are sponsoring their third annual REC Warming Tree in an effort to help keep the community warm this winter. The co-op is collecting new or gently used winter wear items such as gloves, hats, scarves, blankets, and socks. Donations can be brought to the co-op at 1051 Eastside Hwy in Corvallis until December 21.
Thurs, December 20 Back Country Horsemen
Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen host their monthly meeting on Thursday, December 20 at the Corvallis School Cafeteria on Eastside Highway in Corvallis. Potluck dinner will
be served at 6:30 p.m. and the general meeting starts at 7 p.m. The winners of the 2019 packing scholarships will be announced, and ideas will be solicited for the trail projects for the upcoming season. A Christmas gift drawing will be available to those who have paid their membership dues for next year. There will be no guest speaker this time, but guests are welcome to attend. For more information call Karen at 9610101 or check out the website at www.bchmt.org/bitterroot or on Facebook at: Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen (BR BCH).
Fri, December 21 North Valley Pachyderm Club
The North Valley Pachyderm Club will meet Friday, December 21 at 12 noon at The Frontier Café, Hwy 93 in Stevensville. This is the Christmas Lunch and white elephant gift exchange. There will also be a short presentation from Rick Jore and Pascal Redfern on bills dealing with Judicial Accountability and Transparency and three bills that are in the draft stage. The public is welcome. The North Valley Pachyderm Club is an educational arm of the Republican Party.
Sat, December 29 Adventure Series
New Year’s Confetti is the theme of the free adventure series for kids on Saturday, December 29 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Ravalli County Museum, 205 Bedford, Hamilton. Cut your own whimsical paper creations for a New Year’s celebration! These spiral-cut chandeliers are colorful and festive! For more information call the museum at 363-3338.
Wed, January 2 Stevi school menu Monday & Tuesday: No school Wednesday: Breakfast - Pop Tarts, fruit, milk; Lunch - Pizza, cooked peas & carrots, pineapple tidbits, bread & butter, milk Thursday: Breakfast - Bagels, fruit, milk; Lunch Homemade Chicken & Noodle Casserole, sweet corn, sliced pears, bread & butter, milk Friday: Breakfast - Cinnamon Rolls, fruit, milk; Lunch - Spaghetti with Homemade Meat Sauce, tossed salad, mixed fruit, bread & butter, milk.
Sat, January 5
Christmas Dinner Beekeeping for Dance Beginners A Christmas Dinner Dance will be held Friday, December 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bedford Building, 223 S. 2nd in Hamilton. This will be a fund raiser for the Bitterroot Dragon Brigade, a non-profit youth group made up of kids from all over our valley. It will feature a chef made dinner and dessert, beautiful decorations and music and dancing by DJ EPP. Craft beer and wine will be available for purchase. This is a family friendly event. Cost is $15 per person; tickets are available at the Canyons Athletic Club. Call for more information, (406)360-5420.
Sat, December 22 Adventure Series
“Winter Wonderland Collage” will be the theme of the free Adventure Series for Kids on Saturday, December 22 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Ravalli County Museum. Create a mixed media collage and express your joy for winter solstice and a white Christmas! The museum is located at 205 Bedford, Hamilton, 3633338.
Cozy Crafts at Library
Get Cozy with “Hygge” Cozy Crafts (pronounced hue-guh) at North Valley Public Library on Saturday, December 22 at 12 noon. Hygge is the embodiment of cozy comfort and is especially important during the cold dark winter months. The library is hosting a Hygge Cozy Craft day each month throughout the winter. Stop by to relax, make holiday crafts and enjoy hot drinks and snacks. This program is open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 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.
Discover beekeeping at the North Valley Public Library in Stevensville on Saturday, January 5 at 2 p.m. Loren Stormo from Beekeepers of the Bitterroot will discuss beekeeping in general, and what is involved in becoming a beekeeper. Learn the secrets of successful hive management in a cold weather climate, as well as the requirements for a happy hive. If you have ever considered keeping bees in the Bitterroot, don’t miss this opportunity to discuss the topic with an expert. 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.
Monday, January 7 Internet protocol for Kids
The North Valley Public Library is offering a three-part series for kids and teens, ages 8 and up, to learn Internet Smart, Internet Alert, Internet Strong and Internet Kind. It is vital that children learn safe internet surfing practices, know what a digital footprint is, and what it means to be a good digital citizen. This series covers respecting privacy, and asking for help with tricky situations from a parent or other trusted adult. Kids need to think critically and evaluate websites, email, and other content online, protecting themselves from online threats, including bullying and scams, and get smart about sharing: what, when, how, and with whom. The program is in the Library’s Community Room on Mondays, January 7, 14, & 28 at 4 p.m. Registration required due to limited space. Reserve your space now by phoning the library at 7775061. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. All library programs are free and open to the public.
Tues, December 25 Sat, January 12
class Christmas potluck Beekeeping Beekeepers of the Bitterroot A Christmas Potluck will be held on Christmas Day, Tuesday, December 25 from 2 to 3 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1220 W. Main Street, Hamilton. Turkey, potatoes, gravy, dressing and bread will be provided. RSVP at 363-1232 to let the church know what you can bring, a side dish or dessert. For more information call Pat Tibbs, 961-3472.
will be conducting a “Beginning Beekeepers Class” on Saturday, January 12 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Bitterroot Conference Center in Hamilton. The class will cover getting started, equipment needed, bee anatomy and biology, diseases, pests, feeding, and other topics. If you are interested in keeping bees or just learning more about beekeeping this class is for you. For registration information go to https://www.beekeepersofthebitterroot.org. Cost for the class will be $20 which includes lunch.
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Celebrating Local!
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Lone Rock Adult Education Classes 2019
INTRODUCTION TO CARD MAKING Instructor: Amy Grassey Class Fee: $10.00 Material Fee: $20.00 (Paid to Instructor) 8 Hours/ 4 Classes Tuesdays 6-8 pm Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12 You will learn various techniques including but not limited to stamping, heat embossing and using die cuts. We will also explore use of color, designs, and embellishments. ADVANCED CARD MAKING Instructor: Amy Grassey Class Fee: $10.00 Material Fee: $20.00 (Paid to Instructor) 8 Hours/ 4 Classes Thursdays 6-8 pm Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 Participants who are familiar with card making will enjoy learning advanced techniques including, but not limited to: heat embossing, layering die cuts, watercolors and the use of heat embossing with pigment ink and embossing powders. BASIC DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Instructor: Kelley Ziegler Class Fee: $25.00 36 Hours /18 Classes Thursdays 6:30 – 8:30 pm Jan. 17, 24, 31 , Feb. 7, 14, 21, 23, 28 , Mar. 2, 7, 14, 16, 21, 28, 30, Apr. 4 In this course, you will improve your photographic skills, learn about the exposure triangle, photo composition, RAW vs. JPEG, and more! This expanded class will also offer hands-on shooting with instructor feedback. There will be six (6) field location classes. INTRODUCATION TO AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Instructor: Terri Larson Class Fee: $25.00 18 Hours/12 Classes Wednesdays 6 - 7:30 pm Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, Apr. 3 In this course you will be introduced to the manual sign language alphabet, which is called fingerspelling. We will be learning to communicate through sign language using many interesting and fun tactics, and you will leave with a great understanding of American Sign Language. Come and join us for a great learning experience! RETIREMENT PLANNING (PRE-RETIREMENT) Instructor: Gary Erickson Class Fee: $25.00 15 Hours/5 Classes Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 pm Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 14 This course presents time-tested strategies that help students make informed retirement planning decisions. Whether your objective is to build a nest egg, protect assets or preserve their lifestyle throughout retirement, this course helps you plan your retirement with confidence. TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE: DAY 1: Life Planning for Retirement; Retirement Needs & Expenses; Retirement Roadblocks & Mistakes; Retirement Income Sources DAY 2: Retirement Plan Distributions Investments; Risk Management (Insurance); Estate Planning RETIREMENT PLANNING (POST-RETIREMENT) Instructor: Gary Erickson Class Fee: $25.00 12 Hours/4 Classes Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 pm Feb. 21, 28, Mar. 7, 14 TEN THOUSAND BABY BOOMERS RETIRE EACH DAY. As you enter this next phase of life, many things change. Among defined benefit plans, defined contribution plans, social security, and portfolio withdrawals, their options for replacing their income vary. The new reality may force many people to reevaluate your original financial plans or plan anew. TOPICS COVERED IN THIS COURSE DAY 1: Retirement Income Concerns; How Long Will My Money Last; Investments DAY 2: Retirement Income Sources; Health Care Planning; Estate Planning EXPLORING MUSIC! INCLUDES AMAZING PIANO RECITALS! Instructor: Arthur Kostuk Class Fee: $20.00 7.5 Hours/5 Classes Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:30 pm Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13 This class is designed to demonstrate how the sound waves of music affect our emotion and our spirits. An example of this is seen in Beethoven’s 9th Symphony during the grand finale. There are five (5) lessons in this course. The first two (2) lessons will focus on 18th century music, including Beethoven’s 9th Symphony which he will perform on the piano, along with Chopin’s Two Piano Sonata’s Pan. There will also be a discussion on the subject of Fredric Nietczsche on his views of spirituality and how music affects the soul. The next three (3) lessons will be entering into late 19th century, early 20’s with Gustuv Marlan, an Austrian composer. Marlan composed nine (9) symphonies. These symphonies are larger than life size. They are universes speaking to each other. They are very powerful pieces that speak to our hearts. Arthur Kostuk began playing piano at the age of 13 and characterizes himself as a late bloomer. In the early 1970’s, Arthur was living in Vienna, Austria, while studying piano for almost five (5) years at the University. He loved playing at the Johan Strauss Memorial because all the great musicians/composers played there. These included Braham’s, Beethoven, Strauss, and Marlan. All of these composers were from Vienna. 1n 1985, Arthur entered the Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition in Israel. There were 250 competing musicians with awards for four (4) first-place winners and four (4) second-place winners. Arthur earned a first-place award and, in this class, you will see why! Arthur has been playing piano around the world for 32 years. Many of these recitals have taken place in Berlin, Germany under the direction of James Levine. Other recitals took place in Chicago and Seattle, and even New York City where he performed at Carnegie Hall for an audience of up to 1400 people. This class is an exceptional opportunity to take part in an informational view of music from the past, present, and future as well as having the privilege of experiencing recitals from a world-renowned musician. Reserve your place today! SIMPLY PIANO – BEGINNERS - LEARN HOW TO PLAY PIANO Instructor: Steve Azulay Class Fee: $20.00 5 Hours /5 Classes Mondays 6 - 7 pm Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11 This course will offer BEGINNING instruction on how to play chords and notes on the piano. You will need to bring your own KEYBOARD to class. SIMPLY PIANO – INTERMEDIATE – EXPAND PLAYING PIANO WITH BEGINNING SKILLS Instructor: Steve Azulay Class Fee: $20.00 5 Hours /5 Classes Mondays 6 - 7 pm Feb. 25, Mar. 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 This course will offer INTERMEDIATE instruction on how to play chords and notes on the piano. You will need to bring your own KEYBOARD to class. SIMPLY GUITAR –BEGINNERS -LEARN HOW TO PLAY GUITAR Instructor: Steve Azulay Class Fee: $20.00 6 Hours /6 Classes Wednesdays 6 - 7 pm Jan. 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 20 This course will offer BEGINNING instruction on how to play chords and notes on the guitar. You will need to bring your own GUITAR to class.
Adult Education Classes make a GREAT gift for birthdays, holidays, etc.! FOR MORE INFORMATION about the courses being offered, please contact Julie Bachman at 210.5129. • PHONE in your registration by calling JULIE BACHMAN at 210.5129 • EMAIL your registration to: jbachman@lonerockschool.org or • MAIL your registration to: Lone Rock Adult Education; Attn: Julie Bachman 1112 Three Mile Creek Road, Stevensville, MT 59870 ALL CLASSES MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED! PAYMENT IS DUE THE FIRST NIGHT OF CLASS. PARTICIPANTS OVER 60 YEARS OLD RECEIVE A 50% DISCOUNT!
SIMPLY GUITAR – INTERMEDIATE – EXPAND PLAYING GUITAR WITH BEGINNING SKILLS Instructor: Steve Azulay Class Fee: $20.00 5 Hours /5 Classes Wednesdays 6 - 7 pm Feb. 27, Mar. 13, 20, 27, Apr. 3 This course will offer INTERMEDIATE instruction on how to play chords and notes on the guitar. You will need to bring your own GUITAR to class. ADVENTURES IN BEGINNING WATERCOLOR Instructor: Sandi Busch Class Fee: $20.00 Material Fee: $10.00 (Paid to Instructor) 15 Hours/ 6 Classes Tuesdays 6:15–8:45 pm Feb. 26, Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2 Unleash your inner artist while exploring the attributes of watercolor! Fluid, spontaneous, unpredictable, colorful, rewarding, exciting, and sometimes a little challenging - watercolor can be all of these and more! Weekly class activities and projects encourage fearless participation and can produce astonishing results from the very first class. Tips, tricks and techniques make class a fun exploration of materials and creativity. Learn the basics and spur on your creativity while exploring this exciting medium. EXPLORING WATERCOLOR Instructor: Diana Haker Class Fee: $20.00 24 Hours/ 24 Classes Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 – 7:00 pm Jan. 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, Feb. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, Mar. 5 The BEGINNING watercolor portion in this course will introduce the fundamentals of watercolor, learning how to use the materials and techniques to help the participants to produce watercolor paintings. This part of the course will focus on how to use the medium of watercolor to produce paintings. The instructor will assist students to learn how to make watercolor subjects from observation and improve their hand and eye coordination in their watercolor paintings. Participants will learn the correct way to use watercolor materials and explore watercolor techniques such as wet- on-wet, dry brush, create a color chart, etc. This watercolor class will also introduce visual analytic skills giving students the ability to work with space, forms, light, and composition. The INTERMEDIATE portion of this course will build upon what the participants learned in the first six (6) weeks bringing them to a new level. Now that you have explored the basic concepts, it is time to start developing your practice into finished watercolor paintings. The majority of class time will be spent advancing our existing practice. The instructor will continue to teach advanced composition and watercolor techniques with the use of detailed forms of light and space. If you have ever wanted to start from the beginning and advance yourself in watercolor painting, this class is for you! Come and join in the fun! BEGINNING/ INTERMEDIATE GARMENT SEWING Instructor: Faye McCrumb Class Fee: $20.00 18 Hours/12 Classes Tuesdays 6:30– 8 pm Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2 In this class you will learn basic pattern layout cutting and basic sewing skills all the way to lining of garments of your choice. Even if you already have the basics, please feel free to come and join us if you love to sew! You will need to bring your own SEWING MACHINE to class. BASIC COOKING & BAKING SKILLS Instructor: Heidi Hammermeister Class Fee: $10.00 Material Fee: $15.00 (Paid to Instructor) 8 Hours/8 Classes Mondays 6:30 - 8:00 pm Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25 In this course we will cover the basic recipes that are easy for anyone to replicate. We will bake a casserole, chili, cornbread, and more! Come and join us for a night that will delight your taste buds! GARDEN FRESH Instructor: Nancy Maruska Class Fee: $20.00 Material Fee: $5.00 - Informational Pamphlets (Paid to Instructor) 8 Hours/4 Classes Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30 pm Jan. 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5 In this course, you will learn how to grow your own fruits and vegetables. There will be advice on topics such as selecting varieties for our valley, plant propagation, using fertilizers, watering and much more! Please NOTE that Nancy owns her own greenhouse business! CREATING YOUR OWN LANDSCAPE DESIGN Instructor: Nancy Maruska Class Fee: $20.00 Material Fee: $5.00 - Informational Pamphlets (Paid to Instructor) 8 Hours/4 Classes Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30 pm Feb. 12, 19, 26, Mar. 5 In this course, you will learn how to design healthy, self-sufficient beds that are easy to care for, water wise, and enduringly beautiful! Please NOTE that Nancy owns her own greenhouse business! FIRST AID/CPR, AED Instructor: Alice & Ron Brace Class Fee: $15.00 Material Fee: $20.00 - Book, Class Supplies, Completion Card (Paid to Instructor) 8 Hours/4 Classes Thursdays 6:30 – 8:30 pm Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7 This course is a ASHI First Aid/CPR class which will teach CPR, AED, and First Aid for Adults, Children and Infants. You will receive a 2-year certification in CPR/First Aid & AED with completion of the class. COMPETITIVE VOLLEYBALL Instructor: Jessica Christian Class Fee: $20.00 15 Hours/ 10 Classes Mondays 7:00- 8:30 pm Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 This course is designed for co-ed volleyball players who are interested in playing at a competitive level. We will start with warm-up drills, and games will follow. Join us for a great night of fun! OULA Instructor: Shelby Holbrook Class Fee: $20.00 8 Hours/8 Classes Saturdays 8:00 am – 9:00 am Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar. 2, 9 Oula is CARDIO dance that combines the depth and soulfulness of a mind-body practice with the carefree playfulness of a living room dance party to Top 40 hits on the radio. This is a great way to get in shape and it is lots of fun! Come and join us for a CARDIO workout that you will love! TURBO KICK LIVE Instructor: Jillian Mertz Class Fee: $20.00 10 Hours/10 Classes Mondays 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Jan. 14, 21, 28, Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 11, 18, 25, Apr. 1 A combination of kickboxing moves and dance moves, all perfectly choreographed to high-energy and motivating music! It’s the ultimate fun, cardiovascular challenge that’s a unique blend of intense intervals, strength/endurance training, and a relaxing cool-down. Turbo Kick requires no previous kickboxing experience or equipment. PICKLEBALL Instructor: Lindy Lay Class Fee: $20.00 Material Fee: $5.00 (Paid to Instructor) 15 Hours/10 Classes Tuesdays 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Jan. 29, Feb. 5,12, 19, 26, Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26, Apr. 2 A game for all ages, easy to learn, fun to play and very addictive! The game is the fastest growing sport, utilizing a lowered badminton net, wiffle ball and wooden paddles. It combines the elements of tennis and ping-pong. Enjoy a night of FUN!
Name ________________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Phone _______________________________________________________________________________ Email ________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Class(es) ______________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________ Mail this registration form to: Lone Rock Adult Education; attn. Julie Bachman, 1112 Three Mile Creek Road, Stevensville MT 59870
Sports
Wednesday, December 19, 2018
By Jean Schurman Sports Editor
Florence tops Thompson Falls The Lady Falcons of Florence topped Thompson Falls, 78-48, in a Western B match-up. Florence started strongly and never let up, scoring in double figures each quarter. Danielle Zahn had 17 points to lead the Lady Falcons. Florence 78, Thompson Falls 48 Florence: Danielle Zahn 17, Rilee Mangun 15, Brooklyn Newbary 12, Jaidyn Larson 11, Makenna Liles 11, Joey Janetski 6, Wood 2, Kovatch 2, Jami Janetski 2. Thompson Falls: Jody Detlaff 14, Megan Baxter 13, Sarah Detlaff 5, Faith F. 4, Riley Wilson 2, Trinity Godfrey 1. Stevensville fell to Butte Central, 40-30, in Southwest A conference action. Evynne Alexander led the Lady ‘Jackets with 12 points. Butte Central 40, Stevensville 30 Butte Central: Shea Davis 1, Emma Keeley 12, Sofee Thatcher 4, Tricia Joyce 21, Madison Kump 2. Stevensville: Angel Richards 8, Maliyah LeCoure 8, Maddie Sims 1, Evynne Alexander 12, Maddie Weber 1. Loyola defeated Hamilton, 50-41, in more non conference action. Hamilton took an early lead and held that through the first half, leading by five at the half. However the rims went dead for the Lady Broncs in the second half and they only scored 10 points in that half. Abby Johnson had 13 points to lead Hamilton. Loyola 50, Hamilton 41 Hamilton: Abby Johnson 13, Mariola Tesoro 11, Maggie Ringer 4, Jordan Taggart 4, Lauren Ryter 10. Loyola: Brooke Twite 3, Sam Clevenger 4, Laney Denning 2, Lani Walker 20, Syd Koppang 8, Kelsey Esh 6, Natalie Clevenger. The Lady Tigers defeated Salmon, Idaho, 58 - 39, Friday night in Darby. Kimber Schlapman had 11 points to pace the Lady Tigers. Darby 58, Salmon, Idaho 39
Chambers finishes second in the world Bridger Chambers finished second in the world in the steer wrestling at the PRCA National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas on Saturday. The Stevensville cowboy was one of only five steer wrestlers who threw all 10 steers. The top 15 in the world compete in this prestigious event. Chambers threw all 10 steers in 57.20 seconds and pocketed $54,576.92. Chambers tied for third and fourth in the first round of the 10 day event with a time of 4
seconds flat. He was third in the fifth round with a time of 3.7. He tied for 5/6 in Round 7 with 3.8 and was second in Round 8 with another 3.8. On his final run, in Round 10, he was in a threeway tie for second with 4.6. This all added up to winnings of $216,761.68 for the year. Another Bitterroot cowboy, Caleb Bennett, finished sixth in the bareback riding with winnings of $240,389.73 for the year. Bennett just moved to the Corvallis area.
Glyn Brawley Wrestling Tourney
The annual Glyn Brawley wrestling tournament was held in Corvallis on Saturday. The event honors long time Corvallis wrestling fan Glyn Brawley who passed away several years ago. Schools from across Western Montana attended the event. Zane Martin of Big Sky pinned Mark Spencer of Corvallis to win at 103 pounds. Dante Venema of Corvallis won at 126 pounds by defeating Cahl Williams of Salmon. Venema defeated Jackson Bakken o fSentinel in the second round and Alex Granbois of Big Sky in the fifth round. Jimmy Schmitt of Corvallis lost to Kellen Robbins of Stevensville in the second round but came back to finish third after defeating Tyren Stidham of Polson and Granboise of Big Sky. Carter Brown and James
Wissenbach, both of Corvallis, finished in first and second at 132 pounds. Brown defeated Blake Weingart of Big Sky and Allan Allsop of Corvallis to advance to the championship round. Wissenbach defeated Sara Shmoker of Big Sky and Cole Lamoure of Salmon to advance to the championship. Tristan Davis of Corvallis finished second at 138 pounds. He lost to Hank Dunn of Eureka in the championship but defeated Kanoa Palazzolo of Arlee and Tristan Riel of Stevensville to get to the championship. At 160 pounds, Kyler Pancake took the championship by pinning Jacob Williams of Big Sky. Pancake topped Ashley Potts of Arlee, Teegan Shafer of Polson and Jacob Seibert of Salmon on his way to the top match.
More deer test positive for CWD
Florence’s Joey Janetski looks for an open player during their game against Thompson Falls. Jason Larson photo. Salmon: Haile Pilkerton 8, Mackey Williams 2, Faith Lafferty 7, Leah Cannon 8, Chayla Slavin
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Darby: TeaAnna Rouse 9, Gracie Lang 4, Casey Ehmann 25,
Boys basketball round up The Stevensville Yellowjackets had a tough go against the Butte Central Maroons on Saturday. Stevensville opened with a zone defense and were able to slow the Maroons down for a bit but could not get their own offense going. Butte Central won, 80-47. Colby Meeds led the ‘Jackets with 18 points. Butte Central 80, Stevensville 47 Stevensville: Logan Roth 11, Devlin Sherman 11, Tanner Pendergast 5, Ivan Yazvak 1, Colby Meeds 18, Riley Rust 3, Gavin Beeton 6. Butte Central: Luke Heaphy 11, Cade Holter 16, Dylan Sestrich 12, Braden Harrington 9, Thomas McGree 2, Trevor Neumann 11, Aaron Richards 7, Jared Simkins 2, Gator Yelenich 8.ed Loyola, 73 Hamilton defeated Loyola, 73-66, in non conference action. Hamilton jumped out to an early lead and had a 20 point lead at the half. Loyola did claw their way back in the second half. Tanner Goligoski dropped in 18 points to lead Hamilton and Hunter Omlid added 16. Hamilton 73, Loyola 66 Loyola: Charles Burns 15, Bucky Crippen 2, Liam Haffey 9, Jeff Twite 2, Jaden Job 3, Jack Lincoln 6, Cooper Waters 12, Jacob Hollenback 17. Hamilton: Camron Rothie 7, Tyler Barnes 5, Tyler Burrows
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Kimber Schlapman 11, Kenzie Clarke 6, Amber Anderson 3.
2, Trey Searle 12, Carson Rostad 13, Hunter Omlid 16, Tanner Goligoski 18. Darby took on Salmon, Idaho, on Friday night. The Tigers took an early lead and built upon that to take a 79-56 win in non c inference action. Dylan Parks scored 36 points for Darby with Brandon Winters adding another 15. Darby 79, Salmon, Idaho 56 Darby: Dylan Parks 36, Nelson Smith 13, Gabe Smith 1, Tyler Davis 3, Jordan Anderson 2, Preston Smith 3, Brandon Winters 15, Cole Kayser 4, Daniel Muir 2.
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. Yellowjacket Tanner Pendergast drives toward the basket in Stevensville's game against Butte Central. Butte won, 80-47. Jean Schurman photo.
Four more deer test positive for CWD bringing total for 2018 to 26 Test results from the final CWD surveillance samples sent after the close of Montana’s general hunting season showed four more deer along the Hi-Line to be positive for chronic wasting disease. The four deer included a mule deer buck from Hill County and a white-tailed buck from Phillips County. Both deer were taken in areas with previous detections. Additionally, two mule deer bucks from Sheridan County also tested positive. These are the first from Sheridan County. This brings the total number of positive animals found in this year’s surveillance to 26 deer – five from the CWD-positive area
south of Billings and 21 from along the Hi-Line. In the coming weeks, FWP officials will look back at this year’s surveillance effort along the northern part of the state and determine the next steps forward in addressing CWD, including any management actions. CWD surveillance efforts will continue next year in portions of southeast Montana in FWP Region 7. For more information on CWD in Montana, go online to fwp.mt.gov/CWD. Hunters should properly dispose of carcasses. Once an animal with CWD dies, any part of the carcass can transmit the disease for at least two years. Safely disposing of all animal parts in solid waste landfills will help prevent the transmission of CWD.
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Simple Gifts
Author’s note: This week’s column first appeared several years ago. Whether you are among those who asked to see it again or are reading it for the first time, please take it as this writer’s simple gift for you. I hope you like it. Merry Christmas. When I was not yet in my teens, I got up one Christmas morning and found an unwrapped Remington bolt action .22 rifle under the Christmas tree.
Flyfishing with Chuck Stranahan I didn’t have to ask who it was for. I knew. And I knew what that gift meant. My dad’s confidence in me, and his trust that I would grow into the responsibility that ownership of such a firearm signified, made a statement that lasted longer than the thrill of discovering it that Christmas morning. On another Christmas, when I was in my second year of college, there was a fly rod – a top-of-the-line fly rod. I wanted that rod and dad knew it; I didn’t expect him to gift me with it. Buying that rod was a stretch for him, but the value of that rod had nothing to do with its sticker shock or his participating in the compulsory buying and spending that had already become an annual yuletide seasonal glut. My dad knew, then, how important fly fishing was to me. There had been discussions long before that Christmas, when my fishing had become too important, in which he spoke to me in clear and penetrating terms about the balance between privilege and responsibility. I was coming up short on the responsibility end and he wouldn’t have it. His family had come from Ireland a few generations earlier, and I was the first in his line to attend college. My education was important to him – his dream, fulfilled in me. And dad also knew from his own life that there had to be balance: time set aside from the hard disciplines of life to refresh and nourish the soul. That Christmas he figured his earlier lectures on responsibility had finally taken hold. He saw the changes as I got serious about my studies and ambitions following school. He believed in me. And so he gave me a fly rod. It was a simple gift. Such a
gift need not be expensive, but it can convey some very important things: you are loved, and you are known. Your heart’s desires are important to me. I believe in you. I don’t expect the gifts I give to have the lifelong influence that a .22 rifle did for me; nor do I expect them to fulfill the desire of a heart, the way mine was filled with that fly rod. If I expect a certain response, the simplicity of the giving becomes complicated and muddled. Simple giving is not about me. Nonetheless, my giving will be grounded reflection, consideration, and love. There will even be a wee bit of sacrifice – enough to make the giving all the sweeter. When those things are behind the gift, we don’t know what impact it might have. My wife Jan’s joy and enthusiasm on the stream are contagious. She is a delight to fish with. Ask those we fish with – they’ll tell you that’s an understatement. She knows that I’ve fished with some renowned anglers and some of the so-called rich and famous. She also knows what I share with a few of the not-so-rich and far less famous – friendships that were forged with our fly rods in our hands. That very small band of brothers, my fishing buddies, have become my closest and dearest friends. She knows and respects that. Early in our marriage I gave her an aluminum fly box with individual compartments and lids. The box is a knockoff of a far more expensive box, one that I couldn’t afford at the time. I had enough left, that Christmas, to have the box engraved with her name and the inscription, “For my best fishing buddy.” When she opened the package and first read them, those words brought tears to her eyes – and to mine, when I saw hers. That fly box is still her favorite. More than a fly box, it affirms her place in my life. My mom nurtured my love of the outdoors by renewing my subscription to Field and Stream magazine every year from the time I was twelve until she died. Those magazines carried original stories by Ernest Hemingway, Robert Ruark, Corey Ford, and my boyhood heroes, Ted Trueblood and Al McClaine. I aspired to a career like theirs while I was growing up. I wanted to hunt, fish, tie flies, and write about it. I went on to major in English in college and pursued a career in education. When I left education, I found a new career waiting for me, one that emerged from the daydreams of a boy with his nose
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stuck in Field and Stream - flyfishing, tying flies, and writing. Every Christmas after my dad’s passing, mom gave me a box of shotgun shells –high-base #6’s to feed into the double gun dad gave me when I graduated. Some years, those were the only shells I had. When I most needed to, during some lean times, I could get out – there was always a pocketful of shells to take for a long walk along a fenceline,
when the prospect of kicking up a pheasant for the table gave me reason to walk alone and think, soak in the beauty of a fallow field and trees bathed in multicolored leaves on an autumn afternoon, and return rejuvenated. Mom was in no way a hunter, nor did she fish. She was too proper for any of that, and when I was a kid she fussed and sputtered against the muddy messes my hunting and fishing brought into her well-kept house. But she put aside her sense of propriety and neatness in her giving. There was love, wisdom, and her own brand of sacrifice in what she gave – shotgun shells and outdoor magazines. Kindness, consideration, and love are simple things. Sometimes we find through our giving that we love so much that it hurts - but the pain doesn’t really matter. The love overwhelms it. That’s as pure and simple as love gets. That’s how love works – and we can feel that love again every year in our giving at Christmastime. And we never know what effect a simple gift might have. My parents wanted to please me, sure, but they couldn’t have known beforehand what impact a .22, or a fly rod, or a box of shotgun shells, or a magazine subscription would have on me. Those simple gifts changed my life, and I remember them with love. 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.
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sure. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disperse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantors. if such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale, and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash at the time of sale. The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The Grantor, successor in interest to the Grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, at any time prior to the Trustee’s Sale, may pay to the Beneficiary to the successor in interest to the Beneficiary the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and thereby cure the default. The scheduled Trustee’s sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to fifteen (15) days for any reason, and in the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to onehundred twenty (120) days by public proclamation at least every thirty (30) days. DATED: December 06, 2018 By: /s/ Rae Albert, Assistant Secretary for First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. c/o Title Financial Specialty Services PO Box 339, Blackfoot, ID 83221 STATE OF Idaho ) SS. COUNTY OF Bingham ) On this December 06, 2018, before me, a Notary Public in and for said State, personally appeared Rae Albert, known or identified to me, to be the Assistant Secretary of First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. , who is named as the Trustee in the above described Deed of Trust and executed the instrument on behalf of said Trustee, and acknowledged to me that said Trustee executed the same. Kaitlin Ann Gotch Notary Public of Idaho Residing at: Blackfoot, Idaho Commission Expires 7/29/2022 BS 12-12, 12-19, 12-26-18. MNAXLP
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MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN RE THE ESTATE OF: ANNA KATHERYN GAUTHIER, Decedent. Cause No.: DP-18-73 Dept. No.: 1 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 ( 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 the Personal Representative , William Gauthier, ℅ Bransby Law Firm, P.C., 515 Main Street, Stevensville, Montana 59870, return receipt requested, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 17th day of December, 2018. STATE OF MONTANA :ss COUNTY OF RAVALLI SIGNED AND SWORN (OR AFFIRMED) to before me on December 17, 2018, by William Gauthier /s/ Lisa Radcliffe Wallace NOTARY PUBLIC BS 12-19, 12-26-18, 1-2-19. MNAXLP 83-18 / 707693 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S SALE on April 11, 2019, at 10:00 o’clock A.M. (recognized local time) at the Main Door of the Ravalli County Judicial Building, located at, 205 Bedford Street, Hamilton, Montana, the following described real property, situated in Ravalli County, Montana: A tract of land in the NE¼ of Section 18, Township 2 North, Range 20 West, P.M.M., Ravalli County, Montana, and being more particularly described as Parcel B, Certificate of Survey No. 4803-R. Commonly known as: 159 Conner Cutoff Road, Conner, MT 59827 Sterrett Enterprises LLC, as Grantor(s), conveyed said real property to First American Title Company of Montana, Inc. , as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Farmers State Bank, as Beneficiary, by Deed of Trust dated February 08, 2010, and recorded February 09, 2010, as Document No. 627709. The Beneficial interest is currently held by Farmers State Bank. Sterrett Enterprises LLC has defaulted in the performance of said Deed of Trust by failing to make the monthly payment in the amount of $2,229.86 plus taxes and insurance in the amount of $690.77 for a total monthly payment of $2,920.63 due for the 8th day of August, 2018 and a like sum of $2,920.63 due for each and every month thereafter, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation, and other charges against the property or loan. As of November 15, 2018 there is due and owing on the loan an unpaid principal balance of $273,326.48, accrued interest in the amount of $3,613.53 plus Escrow fee in the amount of $2,179.30 and late fees in the amount of $500.00, for a total amount due of $279,619.31. Interest accrues on the Note at the rate of 6.25% per annum with a per diem rate of $47.45 after November 15, 2018. Interest continues to accrue. All delinquencies are now due together with any late charges, advances to protect the security, and fees and costs associated with this foreclo-
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Creek Rural Fire District for the sum of $10,000. Now, therefore the Town Council of the Town of Stevensville intends to transfer the following property to the Rock Creek Rural Fire District: 1995 KME Fire Pumper – VIN# 1K9AF4280SN058145 Public comment on the transfer may be sent to Town Hall, 206 Buck Street, Stevensville MT 59870 or emailed to clerk@townofstevensville. com. Public comment must be received by December 21, 2018. Attest: Audree Tribbensee, Clerk BS 12-12, 12-19-18. MNAXLP
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PUBLIC NOTICE This is to notify all interested parties that BitterRoot Bus is applying for $126,052.00 under the Section 5311 Program for the Federal Transit Administration entitled “Financial Assistance for Other than Urbanized Areas,” administered by the Montana Department of Transportation. Funding will be used for operating expenses associated with providing transportation services to the general public within Ravalli County, Montana. BitterRoot Bus will also be receiving $30,416.00 in matching TransAde funding. Anyone wishing to comment on this proposal should send comments within 30 days to: BitterRoot Bus, 310 Old Corvallis Rd., Hamilton, MT 59840. BS 12-19-18, 1-2-19. MNAXLP
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RCEDA is accepting proposals from CPA firms to provide audit services. A description of our organization, the services needed and other pertinent information can be found on our website, RCEDA.org, or use the link https://rceda.org/wp-content/ uploads/2018/12/RFP-12.14.18.pdf. Please submit your proposal to us by 5 pm, January 15, 2019. BS 12-19-18, 1-2-19. MNAXLP PUBLIC NOTICE BitterRoot Bus and MR TMA of Missoula is applying for our annual 5311 grant from the Montana Department of Transportation. Due to recently enacted federal legislation, BitterRoot Bus is required to develop a community Transportation Coordination Plan. BitterRoot Bus and MR TMA is required to hold public hearings in order to give all citizens the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed plan. Public hearings are set up for January 9, 2019 at 310 Old Corvallis Rd. Conference Room from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and February 13, 2019 at 310 Old Corvallis Rd. Conference Room from 10:00 AM to 12:00
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Obituary Carol Larkin Carol Larkin passed away at the age of 87 in Beaverton, Oregon on Monday the 19th of November, 2018. She was taking walks and enjoying life until midOctober when a pre-existing heart condition worsened. Carol was born June 17th, 1931 in Cleveland, Ohio to John and Carolyn McEwen. The family moved to Pasadena, California after Carol’s birth. She had a wonderful childhood with an outdoor playhouse that was the envy of the neighborhood and her spiffy pedal car parked out front. Carol and her friend Marie pushed their doll carriages together and remained friends through the years. She excelled in figure skating, coming very close to qualifying for the Olympics. Skating was replaced with the demands of college. She graduated from Whittier College and went on to the University of Southern California for her Masters in interior design. After graduating she opened her own design business, Carol’s Past and Present. She did commercial design in Los Angeles. Her jobs included the round Capitol Records building and the Queen of Angels Hospital. It was through her business that she met Bill Larkin. They married in 1957 and their daughter Laurie arrived in 1959. Carol closed her store and continued
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doing independent interior design work as well as working for Columbia Pictures designing offices and dressing rooms for movie stars. In 1969, seeking a change from LA’s growing population, the family moved to Stevensville with one chicken and three Weimaraners. Carol and Bill opened Silly Billy’s, then Billy’s Carpet and Design, and later Carol opened her health food store. She really enjoyed natural foods as well as creating a beautiful store for shoppers and friends. Carol is survived by her daughter, Laurie, son-in-law John, and grandchildren Katie and Carrie. Carol had a full and interesting life. She always had a story about her skating, the Hollywood days, or what the dogs were up to. No service is planned at this time.
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Ernest McCollum Hamilton - Ernest J. "Mac" or "Ernie" McCollum, 80, passed away in the afternoon, Sunday, December 16, 2018, at the family home in Hamilton. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www. brothersmortuary.com.
Hamilton - Lyle J. Instness, 97, passed away in the afternoon, Friday, December 14, 2018, at the Marcus Daly Hospice Center in Hamilton. Brothers Mortuary and Crematory is honored to care for the family.
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Stevensville - Ralph Starzman, 85, passed away in the morning, Saturday, December 15, 2018, at his home in Stevensville. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www. brothersmortuary.com.
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