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Cody Omlid – building a local legacy Growing

conservation easements in the Burnt Fork

By Jean Schurman

If there’s one thing Stevensville’s Cody Omlid hates, it’s being idle. He says he has to have something going on all the time. From the time he was a young teen, he found ways to keep busy with sports, art and working. It was work that shaped his ideas of the restaurant business and it’s his drive to keep creating that keeps his businesses growing. Omlid was raised in Stevensville and graduated from Stevensville High School in 1986. He had a lawn mowing business when he was in grade school and then began working at the Fireside Sandwich and Pizza Shop when he was a sophomore. These two jobs influenced much of his early businesses. Omlid went to the University of Montana and graduated with a degree in teaching and one in business. But he says his best education has been his experiences in life. After graduation, he moved away twice, once to Seattle and once again to Denver. “But the best thing that ever happened to me was moving back home,” he said. Omlid went to work teaching at Stevensville School where he taught government and US history, three years in middle school and four years as a high school teacher. But with teaching, immediate results aren’t always seen, it’s more a matter of increments and Omlid likes to see immediate results. “I like the hand-on aspect of a restaurant,” he said. “And the adrenaline rush when you are super busy, that’s hard to beat.” While teaching, he began his landscaping business and that taught him that working for himself a lot of the time was

By Michael Howell

Cody Omlid is rebuilding Kodiak Jax in Stevensville and wants everyone to know the restaurant is still open. The signature bear he carved will remain. Jean Schurman photo. better than working for someone else. But he was always on the go, even though his creative side did get to design. In 1998, Sam Rivera decided to sell his business, Sam’s Deli. Omlid thought this would be a good opportunity. His father-inlaw, Jack Filcher, cosigned the loan for him and his first business was established, Kodiak Jax. Located at 514 Main Street in Stevensville, the building needed a lot of work as did the menu. Omlid enlisted the aid of fellow teachers to help with the remodel and added new items to the menu, including pizza. He made a deal with Super 1 – they had just opened their new store – to make his pizza dough so that his dough would always be consistent.

“At that time, there were four other pizza places in Stevensville, including two chains,” he said. Omlid began Kodiak Jax with a small menu and learned quickly what worked and what didn’t work. He expanded into sandwiches and salads when he realized that pizza was more of a nighttime order and not a lunchtime order. He also put his stamp on the building with some of his paintings and the large, carved bear outside. In fact, Omlid has carved several large bears that are around the various businesses. A few years later, Omlid and his brother, Luke, partnered up to establish Kodiak Jax II. At first the business was in Corvallis but they soon moved to Hamilton to the

location at 109 S. 1st. Although the pizza and sandwiches are the same, there is also a salad bar in Hamilton, along with a casino. The decor is much the same but Omlid said he doesn’t own the building so he’s not as enthusiastic about doing special things to the building. Once that business was up and running, he turned back to Stevensville for his next business, CJ’s Den. He partnered with Jon Vercruyssen, who Omlid said is great with customers and the casino. Omlid remodeled the old gas station into a restaurant that features everything from hamburgers and chicken to soup and salad, just no pizza. See LEGACY, page 3

Another conservation easement is winding its way through the county’s Open Lands Bond process as the Bitterroot Land Trust slowly adds to its long list of success stories in the Burnt Fork area of the Bitterroot. On April 15, the Ravalli County Commissioners gave conditional approval to a request for use of Open Lands Bond funds to pay a portion of the costs incurred in placing a conservation easement on 223 acres up the Burnt Fork owned by Doug and Janis Astle. The ranch is located on Cash Nichols Road about two miles east of Stevensville. The couple

has been involved in agriculture all their lives and plan to keep on keeping on in the Bitterroot. The ranch is composed of four separate parcels that have been combined into the easement. Five acres in the northwest corner have been left out for potential future development. There is a six-acre building envelope around the existing buildings. The rest of the ranch will continue to be used for crop, pasture and livestock production. South Swamp Creek cuts through the property adding riparian values to the deal. The Astles are requesting $215,000, or $995 per acre from the Ravalli County Open Lands See EASEMENTS, page 3

A view of the Astle Ranch, which is winding its way through Ravalli County’s Open Land Bond Program to perhaps become one of the latest conservation easements to be placed on the Burnt Fork, where OLBP funds have been used to help protect over 2,000 acres of land from future development.

Youth Conservation Expo held Stevi school bonds approved By Michael Howell

A whopping 52%, or, 3,908 out of the 7,523 registered voters in the Stevensville School District turned out to vote on two bond propositions in the recent election. Both bonds were approved. The $6,369,000 elementary school bond was approved by a vote of 1,596 to 1,243. The $14,169,000 high school bond was approved by a vote of 2,102 to 1,763.

The Bitterroot Mushers were a big hit with the kids at this year’s annual Youth Conservation and Education Expo at the Teller Wildlife Refuge in Corvallis. Brandi Williamson and her son Rhone (named after a Check Point in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race) and Sonya McLoney were on hand with their dogs to inspire Bitterroot Valley youth to engage in the great outdoors. Kids attending the Expo and visiting the various stations got a chance to win a scholarship to one of several summer camps around the state. Last year 166 scholarships were awarded. At right: If you saw Chloe Greek scramble quickly up the rock-climbing wall at this year’s Youth Conservation and Education Expo you would think that she had been climbing rock cliffs her whole life. But her only experience other than some tree climbing has been attending the Youth Conservation and Education Expo over the last three years. She hopes to tackle the real thing sometime soon. Michael Howell photos.

“What a great thing for the community,” said Stevensville School District Superintendent Bob Moore. After the defeat of a previous set of bonds at the ballot box, Moore saw the need to refine the proposals and align them more with the community’s vision. He said that’s where the survey that they had conducted by a hired consultant came into play. He said everything in the 20-year-plan was put back on

the table again and reviewed by the school staff. Then they had Hingston-Roach Group Inc. put this information out in a survey form to every household in the community. He said what came out of that was that it wasn’t so much a question about the amount of money being requested. These bond requests that just passed actually represent a $4 million

See BONDS, page 2

Stevensville School District Bob Moore is excited about the approval of the two school bond issues on the ballot and is eager to get on with the project. Michael Howell photo.

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increase over what the first bonds sought. “It was more a question of priorities,” said Moore. With survey responses in hand and a good working group of citizens involved, “then the school board had to make some hard decisions,” he said. The result was that some of the big athletic-related proposals were dropped, like the proposal for renovating the tennis courts for over $350,000. “It just wasn’t that much of a priority, so we took it out,” he said. “We took almost all of the athletic-related renovations out.” It wasn’t that people don’t support the school, however, they just wanted to concentrate on educational spaces, such as a trades and technology center, classroom renovation, modernization of the science labs, and additional class-

or 1,855 out of a total of 5,397 registered voters.

community involvement. “It takes a real grassroots movement to pass a bond of this magnitude,” Moore said. He said the work done in the community by an organized group of supporters was a key to passing these bonds.

room space in the elementary. “But it’s also not as though the people don’t see those athletic facilities as important,” said Moore. “There’s a group in the community right now that want to sit down and see what resources we need to pull together and what kind of private funding we have to get those things built.” “If that’s the will of this community and they are able to do that,” he said, “kudos to the entire community because we are going to have to address those facilities. The football field grandstand has been removed because it was deemed unsafe by engineers. There’s a lot of work that needs to be done out there.” One thing that did stay in the bond for athletics, he said, was to fix the leaky roof in the gymnasium and renovate the locker rooms built in the 1970s with poor ventilation and poor bathroom facilities. Arriving at a good proposal is not enough, though, it takes

Darby The two open seats on the Darby School District Board of Trustees went to Rosemary Griffin with 431 votes and Eric Winthers with 381. Other candidates included Gina MacIlwraith with 372 votes and Mathew Locati with 223 votes. Voter turnout was 836, or 28% of the 2,961 registered voters.

More Election Results School District Board of Trustee Elections

Three open seats on the Lone Rock Park District board of directors went to Colleen Schmiedeke with 621 votes, Gary Leese with 605 and Travis Hardy with 462 votes in the recent mail ballot election. Other candidates included Trish Foster with 332, Margaret Nelson with 329 and Elizabeth Ballard with 314. 47%, or 1,370 of the 2,943 registered voters, turned out to vote.

Victor The two open seats for 3-year terms on the Victor School District Board of Trustees went to Tommy Dobberstein with 393 votes and Paul Rosen with 310 votes. Other candidates included Roy Perry with 260 votes, Jack Varner with 220 votes, Ron Wirth with 161 votes, and Ron Marshall with 98 votes. Voter turnout was 811 or 33% of the 2,476 registered voters.

Florence-Carlton The two open seats for three-year terms on the FlorenceCarlton School District Board of Trustees went to Kimberly Bauer with 708 votes and Matt Reeves with 670 votes. Robert Cook came in third with 430 votes. Mel Finlay, who ran unopposed for a one-year unexpired term, garnered 941 votes. Voter turnout was 1,106, or 28% of the 3,979 registered voters.

Corvallis The two open seats for 3-year terms on the Corvallis School Board of Trustees went to Jennifer Channer with 956 votes and Patrick Daly with 889 votes. Other candidates included Lindsay Buhler with 801 and Tonia Bloom with 791. Voter turnout was 34%;

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Hamilton Two open seats for 3-year terms on the Hamilton School District Board of Trustees went to Heidi Apedaile with 981 votes and Rebekah Stamp with 944 votes. Other candidates included Seth Galewyrick with 885, James Ellis with 805, and Curtis Brickley Jr. with 487. Voter turnout was 2,258, or 28% of the 8,123 registered voters.

Sunset Irrigation District Zachary Jay Bugli was the runaway winner of a seat with a three-year term on the Sunset Irrigation District Commission Division #1 with a total of 1,594 votes against Mathew Williams’ 263. Voter turnout was 68%.

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Bitterroot Star -- Page 3 tion easements in the Burnt Fork area by the Bitter Root Land Trust. The organization aims to protect an important wildlife/wildfowl corridor between the Sapphire Mountains and the National Wildlife Refuge located north of Stevensville along the Bitterroot River. To date, 2173 acres in the Burnt Fork has been conserved using some portion of Open Land Bond funds. Combined with 4700 acres protected in other projects in the area, close to 7000 acres of land in the Burnt Fork is under some form of conservation easement and protected from future development. Ricklefs calls what is going on there “an incredible success story that can serve as a model for the whole state.” In the bigger picture, the Open Land Bond Program has conserved about 6610 acres in Ravalli County by helping to establish an impressive array of easements with an estimated value of $17,083,800. The Open Lands Bond Program has contributed almost $4.5 million to the placement of the easements with matching funds coming in from other sources totaling over $4.2 million. Participating landowners have donated a total of about $8.5 million.

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Bond Program to pay a portion of the easement’s estimated value. It will be matched by a $300,000 federal grant. The Open Lands Bond committee unanimously recommended approval of the funds. According to Gavin Ricklefs of the Bitter Root Land Trust, the total value of the Astle conservation easement is $600,000 and the project costs come to $42,660 for a combined budget total of $642,660. A matching grant from the Natural Resource and Conservation Service will contribute $300,000 and the landowner’s contribution by the Astles totals $127,660. If the Open Lands Bond request of $215,000 is finally approved, according to Ricklefs, a total of 2390 acres will have been conserved in the Burnt Fork using Open Land Bond funds to cover a portion of the costs. The Astle easement will be the ninth conservation project to close in as many years. The Friends of the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge has made a significant contribution to the development of conserva-

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“It was a risk to open another restaurant just two blocks away from Kodiak Jax,” said Omlid. “But my partner really made it work.” One would think that when everything is up and running, Omlid would like to take some time off. Not so. He no longer had the landscaping business and he wanted something more to do. “I like the creative process of getting a business up and running. Coming up with a building design and making that work, that’s what I really like to do.” He next turned his sights on Florence and the old Rhino’s Gas Station building. Much like Sam’s Deli, the building had gone through several remodels and additions and it took some figuring to make it all work. But the Bear’s Lair II, located at 5493 US Highway 93 N in Florence, right at the light, is up and running. Corey Walker, who has worked for Omlid for six years, is the manager. Once the Florence restaurant was up and running, Omlid turned his attention back to Stevensville and the rebuilding of Kodiak Jax. Many of his teacher friends that helped him remodel the building when he first began were on hand to help tear the building down. The rebuild is a two-phase project with the kitchen and a small seating area already done. The new part that is currently being built

Paul Hayes and Tom Puchlerz of Friends of the Lee Metcalf Wildlife Refuge are holding up a map showing the sizeable swath of conservation easements that have been placed on land in the Burnt Fork drainage. Their organization has played a very significant role in funding the efforts of the Bitter Root Land Trust in placing the easements, having donated over $100,000 over the course of the last several years to the effort with the aim of protecting an important wildlife and wildfowl corridor connecting the Sapphire Mountains and the Lee Metcalf National Wildlife Refuge located north of Stevensville along the Bitterroot River. Michael Howell photo. will double the size of seating in the old building and have an additional meeting room that will be able to seat up to 30 people. While he’s hoping to have the new part done late this summer, Kodiak Jax is still open for delivery, take out and some dine in. Omlid’s pizzas are delivered as far south as Bell Crossing on the east side of the valley and Indian Prairie Loop on the west side of the Valley, all the way north to Trader Brothers, north of Florence on Hwy 93. Stevensville patrons can order from Kodiak Jax while Florence patrons order from Bear’s Lair. Hamilton also delivers. While Omlid oversees the operations, his wife, Tonya, is the

bookkeeper for the businesses. Both of their kids, Alexa and Jace, have worked in the restaurants. Alexa is in school in the medical field while Jace has managed Kodiak Jax. In addition, there are approximately 85 employees working for Omlid and his partners, including 16 full-time employees. Omlid concluded with this: “Stevensville amazes me how a bunch of restaurants unique to the town can serve a town of this size and they are all supported by local people. It’s awesome.” The phone number for Kodiak Jax is 777-0910; Kodiak Jax II in Hamilton is 363-5695; CJ’s Den is 777-5605, and Bear’s Lair II is 406-925-1499.

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Bitterroot Star Editorial Board Michael Howell Victoria Howell

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Quarterly message from UM president

By Seth Bodnar, UM President When I was a student at West Point in the 1990â€™s, the military skillset could take a student from college to retirement are over. Summacomponent of my education focused on high-intensity conflict and Cold rizing oneâ€™s talents in a single word or channeling them in a single way War-era strategies and tactics. Those were the wars of recent memory, no longer suffices. so thatâ€™s what we trained for. After my graduation and the events of Depending on oneâ€™s mindset, this is either scary or exciting. At Sept. 11, however, my generation of military officers faced a new set of UM, we believe it is exciting. We see change as an opportunity for those challenges. Rather than engaging in armored conflict focused on seizing prepared to adapt. And thatâ€™s why at UM we are educating our students and holding terrain, we found ourselves in a multi-dimensional, complex to develop the uniquely human abilities that prepare them for a future environment where the goal was not to destroy an enemy, but rather to filled with unpredictable possibilities. We might train a student to be an foster stability and build a lasting peace. Our military training at West accountant, but we will also ensure that student learns at the cuttingPoint had not prepared us for this, but thankfully, our multi-disciplinary, edge of knowledge, not bound within a single discipline, but rather at liberal arts education did prepare us to think critically, to innovate and to the intersection of many. Our students engage in whole-person learning. adapt to this unforeseen challenge. We believe the most valuable tool we can give our students is the We just celebrated commencement here at the University of Monability to continually shape their futures â€“ so that they are prepared not tana, and high schools around our great state will soon do the same. As just for their first jobs, but also for their fourth, fifth and sixth. We want these graduates walk across the stage into a new phase of life, we know our students to major in fearlessness, to emerge from UM as next-genthey will undoubtedly encounter unforeseen challenges â€“ and opportuni- eration leaders who will move with confidence in a world that will look ties â€“ just as my classmates and I did. These graduates will face a world different next week, next month, next year. that requires them to adapt, innovate and re-invent their futures again The UM community nurtures our students and holds them close, and again. while also challenging them to step outside their comfort zones, expand Studies estimate that more than half of the jobs todayâ€™s students their perspectives and, yes, sometimes fail. The future will demand grit will be doing in the coming decades do not yet exist. Many current jobs and perseverance from our students, and this place cultivates it. will become automated â€“ impacting activities from performing surgery, We donâ€™t know what our graduates will encounter as they traverse to designing buildings, to policing communities â€“ but at the same time the path ahead, but weâ€™re working tirelessly to make sure theyâ€™re ready many new and unimaginable jobs will emerge. The days when a single for it. We call this tomorrow-proofing. And itâ€™s what we do at UM.

Stop blaming one people and religion Dear Editor, I donâ€™t know where Claire Kelly gets the idea that White Christian Americans believe they are genetically pure and superior to the rest of humanity as she put it. I donâ€™t know of any White Christians that feel they are superior. She is confusing this with Nazi Germany who felt that their atheistic, communist ideologies were pure and better than all others. I donâ€™t care what DNA trail she follows, as she put so much of it in her article, we are all a mixture if you trace back your familyâ€™s history. But let me say this to her, first on applications and official documents it asks are you white, African descent, Hispanic, American Indian or other. So when filling out these applications one must choose where they fit best. Let me also explain that Nazi atheistic ideologies led to killing of thousands of innocent Jews. Muslims have been warring and killing since 624 AD and are now killing Christians by the thousands. American Indians fought other American Indians and killed each other, and China is now kill-

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ing and arresting Christians. I can find in every nation, nationality and religion where they have had slaves and wars and killed. So stop blaming white Christians for everything because it is not true! All have come short of how humanity should treat each other. As far as religion and Christ, we ALL have fallen short and weâ€™re in need of a Savior, the only one who was perfect. I also donâ€™t know why you would say Christ was brown, as the Bible does NOT tell us what color he was when he lived on earth. You claim your Americanness comes from two facts--mine and every one born here, their Americanness comes from that fact. I donâ€™t have to add anything to lineage, nor does anyone else like you have indicated, and for your information just because your DNA says you came from a certain area does not mean you personally inherited those traits! You talk about bigotry and not loving--look in the mirror and you will find a person who in your opening statement put down White Christians. Thatâ€™s bigotry and nontolerance and not loving. You said your ancestors had survival skills and bigger brains--seems to me you think you are superior. Practice what you preach 222 N 2nd St Hamilton MT

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Thanks to Friends of Fort Owen

Dear Editor, I would like to thank the Friends of Fort Owen for honoring me at their first official Annual Meeting. As a Trustee, it was my privilege to nominate John Owen to the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center, to which he was inducted in February, 2019. It was very nice of the Friends to publicly thank me. Major John Owen was a crucial and important early pioneer, trader, grist mill owner, innovative farmer, and precise journalist. He has not been given much recognition for his accomplishments in the past, but many of us are trying to remedy that situation. Because of John Owen, Stevensville is recognized as the first town in Montana. His purchase of St. Maryâ€™s Mission constituted the first property exchange in the state, and he recorded the first water rightsâ€”on Burnt Fork Creek, which the Fort Owen Ranch now uses. Fort Owen State Park, adjacent to the Fort Owen Ranch, preserves where the old trading post used to operate. The Friends of Fort Owen are a fledgling volunteer group dedicated to working with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, Myla Yahraus, current owner of Fort Owen Ranch, and community members, to preserve this precious piece of Montana history. If you would like to help in this regard, please contact Friends of Fort Owen through Margaret Gorski, 406-5522072 or Ruth Baker, 406- 777-3201. Thank you, â€œFriends.â€? I appreciate your efforts! Jane Lambert Stevensville

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Dear Editor, While attending a fundraiser for Ravalli County Recycling, I was astonished at how few younger people attended. Is there an assumption that recycling is a given here in Ravalli County, and will continue here predictably, like garbage disposal or mail delivery? This is not the case! RCR is a nonprofit heavily dependent on volunteers. Income has decreased dramatically in the past eight years of its life. Aluminum can recycling dropped from $.55-$.35/ pound. Newspaper and cardboard recycling, once a backbone of the budget is at an all-time low. Nonetheless they recycled 6.7 million pounds of our waste in the past eight years. RCR added curbside recycling, a luxury in a rural county, in 2012. While it generates income, the cost of gasoline, drivers, maintenance and insurance eats that right up. Without recycling, weâ€™d see more pickup truck beds overflowing with garbage beside homes and our garbage cans would overflow. The costs at the Transfer Station would likely increase. Retailers would have to recycle cardboard, which is 45% of the materials RCR recycles. Our sanitation levels would be at risk. Finally, and most critical, RCR needs a new home. In a hurry! It needs to be large, easily accessible to them public, at a very reasonable price, with a building to house the crusher and truck. Obviously, purchasing a permanent site would be ideal. RCR needs your input, the vision of millennials, and the support of the whole county. Make your ideas known! Be a benefactor! Remember, donations are tax deductible. Star Jameson Hamilton

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At their annual meeting held last Saturday at Fort Owen State Park, the Friends of Fort Owen recognized Jane Lambert (left), Stevensville author and history buff, for her efforts in preserving local history. Lambert was responsible for getting Major John Owen inducted into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame/ Western Heritage Center. Ruth Baker, Friends board member, is shown making the presentation. Margaret Gorski photo.

â€˜The other, more pragmatic factionâ€™ Dear Editor, Mr. Brown surely gave all voters, especially Republicans, something to think about. A thinking conservative may actually ask the question: Should I compromise my principles? The evidence would indicate that compromise has brought us to our present social welfare state. And, a nation that has allowed the flood of illegal aliens for decades, given them amnesties and billions of dollars of social welfare, so much so that they will take back the southwest through the birth canal. An item by item analysis will reveal that we have legislated, administrated and regulated over 70% of the Communist Manifesto into American life. As Khruschev said, almost 60 years ago, â€œWe cannot expect Americans to jump from Capitalism to Communism, but we can assist their elected leaders in giving Americans small doses of socialism until they suddenly awake to find they have Communism.â€? An outstanding analysis of the politics of the last 40 years can be found in the book, â€œThe Keys of This Bloodâ€? by Fr. Malachi Martin. He makes it clear that the East and the West will be strolling hand in hand to the materialistic and godless New World Order. Compromise? Frank Novotny Victor

Progress on sexual abuse issue

Dear Editor, Actions speak louder than words. But words create the environment and world in which we live. Our actions and words matter greatly - and the actions and words of the Montana State Legislature in the 2019 session were clear: Montana will not allow sexual abuse, especially abuse of children, to continue. We removed the statute of limitations allowing for criminal prosecution of sexual abuse against children and established a Sexual Assault Survivorsâ€™ Day. Sexual assault, including crimes such as rape and incest, is a cancer in society that for too long has gone inadequately addressed, unnoticed, and blatantly ignored. This has happened unfortunately at all levels, including within our schools, our families, and our court systems. The Centers for

Disease Control estimate 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys will be sexually assaulted before they turn 18. A unified Montana made a statement with our actions and our words. We want to change the cultural norms that allow sexual assault and abuse to occur. During the 2019 legislative session, the Legislature came together in a bipartisan way and sent a clear message that we value the safety of children and do not tolerate children being sexually abused. By removing the criminal statute of limitations, this means that when an adult sexually abuses a child, they can never escape criminal liability. Every day for the rest of that adultâ€™s life they are at risk of being arrested, having criminal charges filed, and being put in prison after they are convicted in court of the crime against the child. The Legislature set the bar even higher, leading the nation by being the first state to establish Sexual Assault Survivorsâ€™ Day, occurring on the first Thursday in April (Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month). This day will not only honor survivors but, in addition, raise awareness of sexual assault, sexual harassment, and discrimination. It is a chance for communities to raise awareness and increase education about these problems and how to prevent them. I was honored to carry House Resolution 4, cosponsored by numerous democrats and republicans, establishing this special day. We as Montanans are fiercely independent and we require accountability from all individuals. This session, our collaborative actions made a statement: Montana will not allow sexual assault and sexual abuse to go unnoticed. Unreported. Ignored. We hold other members of society accountable for their actions and will work to make our community safer. No child should have to fear she or he will be sexually abused by anyone. No perpetrator of this crime should be able to mark a day on a calendar knowing they have no more responsibility after that date because the criminal statute of limitations has ended. Montana has emerged as the national leader by declaring Sexual Assault Survivorsâ€™ Day. Hopefully, other states will follow suit, learn a little from Montana law, and the rest of the nation will look a bit more like Montana. Rep. Kimberly Dudik HD 94, Missoula

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Calendar

Hamilton Senior Center activities

Monday: Lunch 11:45 a.m.12:30 p.m., Toenail Care with Theresa by apt.; Bingo 1st & 3rd weeks, 5:30-9 p.m. Tuesday: Toastmasters 6:30-8 a.m.; Line Dancing 10-11 a.m.; Clogging 1-4 p.m. Wednesday: Lunch 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Bridge for Fun 10 a.m.; Bridge 1-5 p.m. Thursday: Stretch Exercise 9-10 a.m.; HSC Board meeting 3rd week Friday: Line dancing 10-11:30 a.m.; Lunch 11:45 a.m.12:30 p.m.; Pinochle 1st & 3rd weeks 1 p.m. Saturday: Special Bingo 1st week 12 p.m.; Flea market 8 a.m.2:30 p.m. Sunday: Bridge 1-5 p.m. For info: 363-5181.

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.

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 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 363-0142.

AA meetings

Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the following times and places: Monday: 7 p.m., Spirit of Christ Catholic Church, 5475 Farm Land Road, Lolo 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 3rd Saturday: Women’s Group, 9:30 a.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, 224 Linder Street, Florence Sunday: Big Book Study Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Victor Senior Center, 243 5th Ave. Check for local meetings by calling the hotline 1-888-607-2000 or by visiting www.aa-montana. org.

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.

Lolo senior lunches Gamblers Anon 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.

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

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Overeaters Anon

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

Morning TOPS

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (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.

Exercise classes

The following sessions, all by donation, are held at St. Francis Pastoral Center, 411 S. 5th: Mondays: Zumba Gold & Chair Zumba, 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays: Chair Yoga, 10:45 a.m. Wednesdays: Zumba Gold, 1st, 3rd, 4th Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Thursdays: Tai Chi, 4 p.m. Fridays: Tai Chi, 1 p.m. Indoor Walking: Mon-Thurs 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and Fridays 9 a.m.12 noon. Please log in, 16 laps is a mile!

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.

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.

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. For inquiries contact, email: teslrudd@gmail.com.

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.

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

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

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 every other 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 Claudia at 406642-3477.

Three Mile bingo

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

Toastmasters

Effectively formulate and express your ideas! Bitterroot Toastmasters Club (BTC) meets Tuesdays from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. at the Hamilton Senior Center, 820 N. 4th Street, to support personal

development and empower communication and leadership skills. The words we speak convey a great deal! Do you mean what you say when you communicate during a job interview or with your boss, coworkers, and family? Wouldn’t you like to feel more confident, credible, and concise in your speaking presentation? Bitterroot Toastmasters can help! BCT members are given opportunities to wear different hats and fulfill many roles. Visit the website at bitterroot.toastmastersclubs.org or call Douglas Taylor at 406-3813214 or Jeanine New at 303-9292430 for more information.

Men’s Bereavement Breakfast

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

NAMI family support group

Bitterroot NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is sponsoring a support group for family members that have a loved one with mental illness every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12 noon 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 Arlene at 239-1708.

County recycling

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

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

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Family Shelter

The Family Shelter of the Bitterroot meets on the first Friday of each month at 2 p.m. at Canyon View Church, 195 Skalkaho Road. Everyone is welcome.

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

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.

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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.

Suicide support group

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

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

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.

African Drum Circle

African Drum Circle takes place on the 2nd and 4th Mondays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 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.

Meditation Exploration

Experience various meditation techniques, shared by experienced teachers. Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 6:30-8 p.m. at The Center for Spiritual Life, 328 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. By donation. For more information like on Facebook: CSLBitterroot, or visit: cslbitterroot.org/. Contact Luanne Cathey, 830-4408, lucathey@gmail.com/.

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

Quantum Group

The Quantum Group of the Bitterroot is a group of ordinary people determined to learn about quantum theory. They study

Wednesday, May 15, 2019 relevant material (no equations), discuss it and teach one another this most important field of science. The group meets every other Wednesday at 7 p.m. at St. Francis Community Center in Hamilton. New members invited and welcomed. Visit the website at www// Quantumgb or e-mail blaise. favara@gmail or call 363-0683 for more information.

1 to 6 p.m., Saturday 12 noon to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Bitter Root Humane Association shelter, a 501(c)3 organization. For questions or pick-up arrangements contact Mary at dogmommary@aol.com or (406) 642-3785.

MomLife

Socrates Café takes place every other Tuesday evening (May 14) from 7 to 9 p.m. in the meeting room of the Bitterroot Public Library. Join in the philosophical discussions. Bring questions to be selected and discussed at the meeting. You are invited to examine, learn and think with others. Learn how others view the world. Together generate community, understanding and change together. Tea, coffee and cookies are provided.

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.

Indoor pickleball

Pickleball in Hamilton at the First Interstate Building at the Fairgrounds on May 7, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 28 and 30 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. There are five courts. $5.00 for the 3 hour session or a $40 punch card for 10 sessions or 20 sessions for $60. There are rackets to borrow to try out this sport. Call or text Rick at 239-8648 for more info.

Saturday bingo

Special Saturday Bingo is held every third Saturday of the month at Victor Senior Center. Doors open at 12 noon, play at 1 p.m. $1 per card. $1 admission. Must be 18 to play. Snacks and coffee available. Everyone welcome. Call Glenda at 360-3074 for more information.

Relay for Life sign-ups

The Re-Lei for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society will be held Saturday, June 8 from 4 to 12 midnight at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds. Register now! Sign up your team or join a team by calling Margi at 239-0544.

Got art?

The Bitter Root Humane Association (BRHA) is seeking donations, now through May 24th, of art pieces that you just don’t love like you use to for our upcoming “Previously Appreciated Art Sale” being held on Saturday, June 8th. Undamaged, framed and unframed pieces and all things artistic are welcome. New this year, a “Local Artist Gallery” will be featured and local artists, of all mediums, are encouraged to donate an item. Donations may be brought to the shelter at 262 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton during open business hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday,

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Laundry Love Hamilton

Laundry Love Hamilton, a monthly laundry event for homeless and low-income individuals/ families, takes place the 2nd Thursday of each month from 5 to 8 p.m. at Fast & Fluffy, 115 Pine Street, Hamilton. 3 loads per individual/family. Check in with a Laundry Love Hamilton volunteer to sign in and receive your washer card. All laundry detergent, fabric softener and quarters will be supplied by Laundry Love Hamilton. Laundry guests must remain on site. Laundry Love Hamilton is made possible by donations, business sponsorships, fundraisers and volunteers. For more information or to inquire on how your business/organization can help, contact Laundry Love Hamilton by email: laundrylovehamiltonmt@gmail. com.

Victor Community Garden

The Victor Community Garden is now open for registration. There are forty 20’ by 20’ plots with great sun exposure surrounded by a deer proof fence. Compost, mulch, tools are provided as well as an automated watering system that waters every night and a paid garden manager who is always happy to help new gardeners. Organic methods are required. Pollinators abound with both fruit trees and a diverse native flower garden located in the center of the gardening area. The fee for a plot is $35 for the whole season (year). The garden is located on 5th, just west of Victor. Call Jill at 360-1751 to be sent a registration form.

Art in the Park applications open

Bitter Root Arts Guild is accepting applications for hand crafted art vendors to show and sell their wares at the 2019 Annual Art in the Park. The event will be held at Legion Park, Hamilton, on Saturday, July 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is outdoors and canopies are recommended but not required. The fee for a 10x10 space at Art in the Park is $40 for Bitter Root Arts Guild members (annual membership fee is $10) or $60 for non-members. For an application call Trish at 406-3813240 or email bitterrootartsguild@ gmail.com. You can also pick up an application Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Artisans on Second, 175 S Second Street, Hamilton, 406-961-9600. You can learn more about Bitter Root Arts Guild on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BitterRootArtsGuild/. Bitter Root Arts Guild was founded in 1970.

Skull Saver Program

Announcing…the Ravalli County Skull Saver Program! Summer’s just around the corner and it’s time to dust off the skateboards and put on those helmets and knee pads! With skate parks in Stevensville, Darby and now in Hamilton, Ravalli County Health Department wants everyone to have a fun, SAFE season! The grand opening of Hamilton’s Circle-13 Skate Park, located on

10th St. (across from Marcus Daly Hospital), is June 8th. Ravalli County Public Health Dept. is providing vouchers for skateboard helmets that can be redeemed at Valley Bicycle & Ski shop. Supplies are limited so hurry in to Ravalli County Public Health located at 205 Bedford or call 3756672 for more information.

Relay for Life alert

Attention, all who would be able and or want to be part of a Lone Rock area Relay for Life team to participate in the June 7-8 Ravalli Relay for Life. This information is late coming and time is short (40 daysJune 7-8) and all are busy. There is a known fact that busy people are those who find time and ways to make things happen. Gary Leese, team captain, welcomes any and all help. Get signed up and develop a plan for the Lone Rock team’s part in this great attack on cancer. How we can recognize those loved ones lost? Recognize current survivors and reach out to help those currently needing help and compassion with coping with this dreaded disease? Be a part of the team! To join contact Gary Leese at 777-5106 or 552-2041 or e-mail 8jobstogo@gmail.com. He will reach out to you and get you involved at any level you would like.

Fairgrounds open riding memberships

The Ravalli County Fairgrounds welcomes individuals and families to ride in both the Main Arena and Murdoch’s Arena when no other scheduled activities are occurring. In order to defray the costs of working up both arenas for public use, and in order to continue to make improvements, the fairgrounds is asking all users to purchase a membership for the riding season, approximately mid-April through mid-October, depending on the weather. In addition, all riders need to fill out and sign a hold harmless agreement at the Fairgrounds Office. Arenas are worked up regularly during the week! Individual membership-$25 Family membership-$50. Call the office to have the arena unlocked for you, 363-3411, Monday-Friday 9-5

Wednesday, May 15

RCEDA

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

Thursday, May 16 Reel Women on the Fly

BRTU has announced the formation of an all-women’s off-shoot of the our chapter to be called “Bitter Root Trout Unlimited: Reel Women on the Fly.” All female fly fishers living/fishing/ visiting in the Bitter Root Valley are invited to join. The group will be very informal, offering irregular gettogethers throughout the year that feature a variety of unique activities. Chapter membership is encouraged, but not mandatory. We will, however, need your contact information and willingness to participate. The first happening, to be held on Thursday, May 16, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. is a Shop Hop. Participants will visit four local fly shops to meet the owners, acquaint themselves with each shop’s flyfishing equipment, gear, clothing, tackle selection, services, gifts and other accoutrement. Each shop will focus on a certain topic, have a mini raffle, and provide merchandise discounts. Refreshments will be

available at the first stop with a half-hour shopping time at each store and an equal amount for traveling between stops. Shop #1: (4:00 - 4:30) Bitter Root Fly Shop, 808 ½ North Main St., Darby; Hosts: Bonnie & Jim Mitchell; Gear: Womenoriented merchandise Shop #2 (5:00 - 5:30) Freestone Fly Shop, 701 S. 1st St., Hamilton; Hosts: Jeff Gray & Jim Loranger; Equipment: Rods & Reels Shop #3 (6:00 - 6:30) Chuck Stranahanâ€™s Flies & Guides; 109 E Main St. Hamilton; Host: Chuck Stranahan; Fly-tying (demonstration) Shop #4 (7:00 - 7:30) - Fin City Fly Fishing; 1963 N. 1st St., Hamilton; Host: Dave Brandos; Adventure Fly-Fishing For more information and/or to sign up for this signature event, contact Peggy Racheson.

come; however, pre-registration is advised. To sign-up contact: Bob Schumacher, Class Instructor at: (406) 363-3387 or, for further information, call Thom Ainsworth, District Coordinator, at (406) 3690149.

Alzheimer’s program

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“Know the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s” is the topic of a class at the North Valley Public Library in Stevensville on Thursday, May 16 at 5:30 p.m. The warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease are often dismissed as side effects of normal aging. If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection gives you the chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future. Attend this training to learn the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s disease. This presentation separates myth from reality and addresses commonlyheld fears about Alzheimer’s in America. On Thursday, June 13, hear the final talk in the Alzheimer’s Association series titled “Effective Communication Strategies with Alzheimer’s.” Registrations are required for this event. Contact the Library to arrange your place. 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.

Back Country Horsemen

Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen host their monthly meeting on Thursday, May 16 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. Program speaker is Matt Anderson, the new Bitterroot National Forest Supervisor. There will be a preview of the upcoming Coyote Coulee and Larry Creek projects. If you are a rider or hiker who wants to help keep trails open and meet like-minded folks, you’re invited to attend. Guests and new members are welcome. For more information call Gene at 208-310-6326 or check out the website at www.bchmt.org/bitterroot or on Facebook at: Bitter Root Back Country Horsemen (BR BCH).

Corvallis school board

The Corvallis School Board will hold a special board meeting on Thursday, May 16 at 6 p.m. in the Corvallis High School Library. This will be a facility planning session. The public is encouraged to attend.

Friday, May 17 Smart Driver Course

The Darby Public Library will host an all new Smart Driver Course (formerly ’55 Alive) on Friday, May 17 from 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. This four hour, safe driving strategies class is designed for drivers age 50 and over; all are welcome. There are no driving or written tests and, Montana mandates insurance discounts for qualified participants, age 55 and older. The class fee is $15 for AARP members, $20.00 for non-members. Walk-ins are wel-

Gun show

The Hamilton Summer Gun Show will be held May 17-18 at the Hamilton Senior Center, corner of Adirondac and N. 4th. Hours are Friday, 12 noon to 6 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $5 admission covers all three days; children admitted free with parents. Dealers interested in renting a table should call Mike Gouse at 363-0254 or Steve Wheeler, 3690593.

Sunday, May 19 The Hamilton Golden Age Club will have an activity on May 19 featuring a potluck salad bar, music and dancing if you wish. The fun will begin with the potluck salad bar lunch at 1 p.m. at the Golden Age hall at 727 S. Fifth Street in Hamilton. The club will furnish ham, cheese and rolls for sandwiches plus coffee and lemonade. Some members of the Bitterroot Ragtime Society will take the stage about 2 p.m. following the lunch. Admission to this afternoon of fun and food is $6.00 per person for club members and guests. After the long winter, come and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of music and food. Call 363-0142 for more information.

Monday, May 20 Stevi school menu

Monday: Breakfast - Apple Filled Bosco Sticks, fruit, milk; Lunch - Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich, California blend veggies, cinnamon applesauce, bread & butter, milk Tuesday: Breakfast - Cinnamon Pancakes, fruit, milk; Lunch - Quesadilla, tossed salad with ranch dressing, grapes, bread & butter, milk Wednesday: Breakfast Strawberry Cream Cheese Filled Bagels, fruit, milk; Lunch - Fish Sticks, glazed carrots, pineapple tidbits, bread & butter, milk Thursday: Breakfast - Cinnamon Waffles, fruit, milk; Lunch - Corn Dogs, fresh carrots with ranch dressing, apple slices, bread & butter, milk Friday: Breakfast - Blueberry Muffins, fruit, milk; Lunch - Cook’s Choice, bread & butter, milk.

Rotary Club

JP McCrossin, Principal of Darby High School, and Loyd Rennaker, Superintendent of Darby School District #9, will bring an update on Darby Schools at the next meeting of the Hamilton Rotary Club, on Monday, May 20 at 12 noon at BJ’s Restaurant, 900 N. 1st Street, Hamilton. The meeting is open to the public, and visitors are welcome. For further Rotary Club information, call 363-2960.

Three Mile Irrigation

Three Mile Irrigation Sub District will meet Monday, May 20 at 7 p.m. at the Lone Rock Church.

Wed, May 22 Lone Rock Park District

Lone Rock Park board will meet Wednesday, May 22 at 7 p.m. at the Three Mile Fire Hall, 1064 3 Mile Creek Road. The public is welcome.

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Kids got a chance to meet a Great Horned Owl named Frith, up close, courtesy of Jesse Varnado and the Wild Skies Raptor Center. Michael Howell photo. Raffle tickets are available at the Library desk, and on the night, with great prizes, generously donated by local businesses and our guest authors. The event, previously scheduled for March had to be postponed due to weather and road conditions. Profits from this event help the Library pay for children and adults programs, as well as many extras that add to the enjoyment of everyone who loves the Library. Denise Ard, Library Director, said that the Friends of the Library is a valuable resource for the library, paying for things that make the library more enjoyable for all patrons. “The Friends supplement the budget. They have paid for a variety of programs and items in the past. Friends bought us armchairs and our art screen. Their funds pay for tuning the piano, Halloween candy, and increase our programing budget. They pay the co-payment that enables us to take advantage of the expert speakers offered through Humanities Montana, an independent, nonprofit affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. When we do not have the money in our budget, and want to offer something special to the patrons, we can ask our Friends.” The event will be held in the Library’s community room, 206 Main Street, Stevensville and the library will close for regular business at 4 p.m. for the start of this important event. Tickets and raffle tickets are available in advance at the Library front desk. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call 406-777-5061 or visit northvalleylibrary.org.

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Maggie passed away Saturday afternoon, May 11, surrounded by people she loved. Maggie was born June 2, 1952 in Everett Washington to Clarence and Doreen Gordon, though she grew up in Marysville. She grew up with two older brothers and her twin sister. Some of her favorite memories were riding the train to Canada to visit her grandparents, going down to the water to help her dad open the draw bridge near where they lived and driving to Niagara Falls with her family as a teenager. She attended Marysville High School and graduated in 1970. During the 70’s, Maggie went on to obtain a degree in Early Childhood Education from Everett Community College. She loved kids and would still later in life talk about the kids she worked with so many years ago. Later she went on to pursue her true passion and obtained her Culinary Arts Degree. If you knew Maggie then you know how much she loved to cook and you most likely had tried her food. She loved to randomly make a dish for someone she knew to brighten their day. In 1978, she met Pat Tveraa in Everett and that was it for the two of them. They were together until Pat’s death in 1999. They both loved each other a tremendous amount. They spent many years laughing, going to the Golden Garden Locks, boating on the river with friends and watching the car races at the local tracks. Pat worked construction and it was pretty often that Maggie was out there with him helping to get done what needed to be. In 1980, they welcomed their first child, Patrick, and then their daughter, Liz, in 1987. In 1992, after years of trying to be convinced, Maggie finally gave in to Pat’s wishes and they moved the family from Everett to Montana. It was quite the adjustment for Maggie, but she quickly fell in love with Montana and the Bitterroot Valley became home. She loved the beauty of the mountains, fishing on the river,

watching wildlife, and the friendliness of the people here. There was nothing Maggie was more proud of than her kids, except for maybe her five grandkids. She loved each of them with every ounce she had and tried to be there for each of them as they needed her. She became the best of friends with George Garcia and together the two of them had so many wonderful adventures over the past 20 years, going fishing, taking road trips, having coffee together at Frontier Cafe and so many other little things they did together. George was there for Maggie when she had to make the transition from living independently to living in the nursing home. He visited her daily to make sure she kept her sense of humor and that smile. Maggie had a way of making friends wherever she would go. She would talk to anyone, usually cracking a joke. She spent most of her mornings having coffee with her “coffee crew” as she called them. It was something she looked forward to and kept her going. Maggie struggled a lot the past five years with medical issues, but was always positive and hopeful. She was a

strong woman, who loved much, always smiled, and was kind to everyone. This world just won’t be the same without her. She will be missed by those who loved her. She is preceded in death by both her parents and her husband Pat. She is survived by her son Patrick of Missoula and his two daughters Natalie and Allyx; her daughter Liz (James) of Corvallis and her three kids, Branden, Kelly and Megan; along with her best friend George Garcia of Stevensville; her brother Ross (Mary) Gordon of CA, her brother Stuart Gordon of WA, twin sister Theresa Stribling (Sandy) of WA; numerous nieces and nephews; and countless friends, each of whom she loved dearly. Maggie asked for a party instead of a funeral, so that is what she will get. A party in honor of Maggie will be held Sunday, May 19th at 1 p.m. at Lewis & Clark Park in Stevensville. It is a potluck and everyone is asked to bring their favorite dish in honor of Maggie. The family asks instead of flowers to carry out a random act of kindness, buy someone’s coffee in Maggie’s memory. She would have loved that.

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Ravalli County residents’ pursuing a career in the medical field. The criterion for the scholarship is: - Must be a graduate of a Ravalli County high school and completed at least one year of specialized health or medical field schooling - Submission must include the following: applicants name and contact information o Name of high school and graduation date o Higher education transcript copy o Community involvement, volunteer activities o Financial needs and resources available to you for

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The Bear Aware educational trailer is coming to Hamilton, on Thursday, May 23 for an open house event. The Bitterroot National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Hamilton will be hosting the open house to provide bear awareness information to attendees. The free event will feature the Montana Bear Education Working Group’s Bear Aware trailer, bear spray demonstrations, and a bear safety training session for the public. “We’re excited to bring the bear program to Hamilton and talk to folks in the area about how to be bear aware,” said bear education coordinator Danielle Oyler. “The Bitterroot Valley is an important place to be discussing bear safety, especially since we had a grizzly bear show up near Stevensville just last October and black bears are commonly seen here.” The trailer includes a remote-controlled charging bear

demonstration used to teach participants how to read bear behavior and deploy their bear spray. The trailer also includes an assortment of bear-resistant containers, three life-size bear mounts, skulls, and more. Experts will be on hand from 1 to 6 p.m. to answer questions and run demonstrations. Bear aware talks will be held at the event at 1, 3 and 5 p.m. The 25-minute talks cover prevention of bear encounters, how to respond to bear encounters, how to carry and use bear spray, and the opportunity to practice using bear spray with the charging bear simulation. Later in the evening, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., there will be a free in-depth bear safety lecture inside the Forest Service office. This presentation will cover bear biology, behavior, attractants, camping in bear country, preventing and handling bear encounters, and more. A can of bear spray will

be given out as a door prize to a lucky winner. The Montana Bear Education Working Group is made up of Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Wildlife Conservation Society, Wildlife Management Institute, and People & Carnivores. The Working Group supports bear outreach and education efforts across bear country in Montana. For more information, contact Danielle Oyler, education coordinator at Danielle.c.oyler@ gmail.com or Sara Sylte, outreach specialist at ssylte@fs.fed.us and on www.facebook.com/mtbewg. The Bitterroot National Forest Supervisor’s Office is located at 1801 N. 1st Street in Hamilton, just north of Mildenberger Motors. They can be reached at 406-363-7100 or by visiting www.fs.usda.gov/bitterroot.

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Sheila Margaret Barlow Hammitt, of Stevensville, Montana, passed away on May 3, 2019, in Missoula, Montana. A memorial service is planned for May 23rd at 11 a.m. at the Stevensville United Methodist Church. Sheila was born in Ilford, Essex County, England, to Raymond and Margaret Barlow on May 5, 1928; she was the oldest of three children. She completed her schooling at 15, and she started her career as a stenographer for a law firm. Her teen years were influenced by World War II. She would recount the family’s experience of spending an average of four nights a week in the nearby bomb shelter. The next morning, they would go home, get washed up, and report to school, work, maintaining as normal a routine as was possible then. This shaped Sheila’s approach to the rest of her life. She was strong, resilient. She always focused on the big picture, i.e., what was important was duty, honor, family. “Love always makes a way.” Later she served in the Women’s Royal Naval Service for three years, and then joined her sister to serve in the Royal Army Reserves. (The big inducement was that they could learn how to drive, albeit on a three-ton truck!) Sheila met her future husband, Joe Hammitt, at a dance at the Royal Air Force (RAF) Base Chicksands, north of London. He was serving in the U.S. Air Force at that RAF base. At the conclusion of his three-year tour in England, he returned to the USA, with his bride and their eleven-monthold daughter. One year later, while he was stationed at an air base in Orlando, Florida, they had a baby boy. Joe’s military career took the family from Florida to Illinois, and then to Texas, where he retired. Sheila retired from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in San Angelo, Texas, and then started a new career as the Wedding Chapel Coordinator at the chapel for the Sisters of

Charity of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas, where she ultimately retired at the age of 80. She then returned to San Angelo, where she bought her first home in the Rio Concho West retirement community. She made many wonderful friends during those years there. Four years ago, Sheila moved to Stevensville, Montana, to live with her daughter and son-in-law. As her grandson Kyle would say, living in Stevensville was a wonderful epilogue to her life’s story. After many years living in the Texas heat, Sheila truly enjoyed Montana’s seasons and the wonderful community of Stevensville. Sheila had many talents including cross stitching, crocheting, knitting, and recently she started dabbling in quilting at the age of 90! She left her family many lovely family heirloom pieces, which they cherish. Everyone who met Sheila was impressed, first, by her English accent, and then by how she conducted herself, like a lady. She loved matching colors and textures in her clothing; she always looked very “smart.” And she had a flair for decoration; she always created a loving, warm, inviting space to call home, where all were welcome. She was devoted to her family and friends and was slow to anger, quick to forgive. She was not perfect, but she loved

perfectly! Sheila is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Margaret Barlow; her husband, Joe Hammitt; and her brother, Robert Barlow. She is survived by her daughter Belinda Hammitt Alkula and her husband, the Rev. Dr. Charles Alkula; her son Robert Hammitt and his wife, Carrie Hathorn Hammitt; her sister, Jacqueline Barlow Rodd and her husband Sonny Rodd and their extended family members in England; her brother’s sons Martin Barlow and Robert Barlow in England; her granddaughter, Lisa Hammitt Hadfield and her husband, Galen Hadfield; her granddaughter, Karen Hammitt Meade and her husband, Isaac Meade; her grandson Kyle Hammitt; and her great granddaughters, Finley and Madison Hadfield. The family wishes to extend sincere thanks to the caring, dedicated staff at The Village Health and Rehabilitation Center in Missoula, where she spent her final days; the amazing hospice team at Consumer Direct Care Network Home Health & Hospice, who tenderly guided her and her family through the transition process; the members of the Sapphire Quilters Guild in Stevensville, who gifted her a beautiful “Sunshine Quilt,” which she enjoyed having on her bed at The Village; the loving and supportive church family at the Stevensville United Methodist Church, whose gift of a prayer shawl blessed her and gave her great comfort. Her family thanks all the people who reached out to her and to the family, extending expressions of love and support. At this challenging time, we thank God for our being doubly blessed: We are blessed, and we know it! The family asks that in lieu of cards or flowers, memorials be given to the Stevensville United Methodist Church, 216 College Street, Stevensville, Montana 59870.

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Wednesday, May 15, 2019

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Divisional track meets this weekend The district track meets for Class C were held last week with the top five in each event moving on to divisionals. The Western B and C Divisional will be held at Big Sky this weekend. Teams from the Southwest A will travel to Butte for their chance to move on to state if they haven’t already qualified. Darby finished third in District 13C in the girls division. Seeley-Swan was first and Clark Fork finished second. Lincoln and Victor finished behind Darby. Casey Ehmann of Darby and Lily Mercer of Seeley-Swan battled in both the 100 meter race, the 200 meter race, and the 400 meter race. Mercer came out on top in the 100 with a time of 13.32. Ehmann’s time was 13.48. In the 200, Mercer won with a time of 27.33. Ehmann was second with 27.46. In the 400, it was Mercer again, this time with a time of 1:00.47. Ehmann’s time was 1:02.10. Ehmann won both the 100 hurdles and the 300 hurdles. She is the defending state champion in the 300 hurdles and won by race by almost two-seconds over second place Emmah Baughman of Clark Fork. Ehmann’s time was 48.56. Amber Anderson of Darby was third with 53.89. Ehmann’s time in the 100 hurdles was 16.77, beating out Terra Bertsch of Seeley Swan. Anderson was third with 17.55. In the distance races, Gracie Lang and Annie Rennaker scored some points. Lang was gifts in the 800 with a time of 2:47.61 and Rennaker followed. Sariah Maughan of Seeley-Swan won the race with a time of 2:25.41. Maughan also won the 1,600 meter race with a time of 5:27.41. Lang finished fourth with 6:19.52

Darby’s Casey Ehmann will defend her championship in the 300 hurdles this weekend at the Western C Divisional at Big Sky High School in Missoula. Star file photo. and Rennaker was sixth. Lang finished second in the 3,200 with a time of 13:44.79. Rennaker was fifth. Hannah Ayers of SeeleySwan won the race with a time of

13:28.43. Other Darby athletes who placed were Anderson who was fourth in the high jump and fourth in the javelin; Juliet Ryn who was

sixth in the long jump, and Laura Rosa who was fourth in the discus. The 4x100 relay team finished fourth and the 4x400 relay team was third. The Darby boys also finished in third place behind SeeleySwan and Clark Fork. Donavan Chaffin won the 3,200 going away with a time of 10:49.52. Jesse Shaske of Clark Fork was second with 11:42.52 and Jordan Usher of Darby was third with 11:59.40. Chaffin was third int he 800 with a time of 2:12.07. Shaske won that race with a time of 2:01.73. Shaske also won the 1,600 with a time of 4:53.83. Chaffin’s second place time was 5:01.89. Tanner Davis was fifth in the 200 for Darby. Jordan Anderson finished third in the 110 hurdles behind Lane Mackie-Wendel of Seeley-Swan. Gabe Smith was third in the 300 hurdles behind Benjamin Tuinstra of Valley Christian. Ethan Foss finished second in the triple jump, losing to Carson Callison of Clark Fork by only seven inches. In the javelin, Nate Samuli won with a throw of 155-5. Colby Mayberry of Darby was second with 148-5, followed by teammates Dalton Hilliard and Gabe Smith. Hilliard threw 142-10 and Smith threw the spear 138-6. Victor’s Skyler Webberson won the long jump with a leap of 18-2.75. Webberson was second in the high jump with 5-10. Aziah Blotkamp of Lincoln won with a leap of 6-0. Webberson was fourth in the 200 behind Logan Robinson, Dakota Wood and Hunter Shelmerdine, all of Seeley-Swan. Although Victor’s Cassidy Alber didn’t win any events, she will be moving on in three events. She finished fourth in the 100 meter race. She also took third

Corvallis’ Logan Lewis will be competing in the triple jump at the Western A Divisional this week in Butte. Jean Schurman photo. in the high jump with a jump of 4-6. Terra Bertsch of Seeley-Swan won the event with 4-10. In the long jump, she was second with a leap of 15-4.5. Maggie Jorgensen of Eureka won with 15-10. Bella Scichilone, Alber’s teammate, finished fifth in the long jump with a leap of 13-10.25. In other track action, the Corvallis girls won the Polson ABC Meet. Hamilton was fourth and Stevensville finished eighth. The Blue Devil relay team of Alyssa King, Lauren Criddle, Kailen Herbstritt and Kailee McCready won the 400 relay with a time of 50.65. The Corvallis 1,600 relay team finished second behind Columbia Falls who had a time of 4:09.86. Corvallis’ time was 4:12.53. Kailee McCready won the 300 hurdles with a twosecond victory over Flora Jarvis of Columbia Falls. Hannah Hutchison won the high jump with a leap of 5-2. Teammate Maureen Jessop was right behind with an effort of

5-0. Herbstritt won the pole vault with 10-06. Calla Haldorson won the discus with a throw of 140-07. Hamilton’s Becca Parker won the triple jump with a leap of 34-10. Hamilton’s Brynnli Poulsen was matched against Polson’s Bea Frissell. Polson won the 800 with a time of 2:22.46 while Frissell’s time was 2:23. In the 1,600, Frissell won with 5:05.38 and Poulsen was second with 5:09.84. The Corvallis boys finished in fourth place and Hamilton finished in sixth place. Logan Lewis of Corvallis won the long jump by 3.5 inches with a leap of 20-5.50. Garrett Brown won the shot put and the discus. His put of 55-08 won while Jacob Campbell of Hamilton finished second with 54-04.50. Brown won the discus with a throw of 140-00 while Campbell was right behind with 138-00. Michael Graves of Hamilton won the javelin with a throw of 168-08.

HS rodeo comes to Hamilton Valley teams do well in Butte The Montana High School Rodeo season is winding down with only a few rodeos remaining before the state finals in Baker, June 6-9. The same is true for the Montana Junior High School season. Their finals will be in Sidney from May 31-June 2. The high school rodeo in Hamilton will feature about 110 contestants from all over Montana. The junior high rodeo will have about 80 contestants. Some junior high events are different from the high school because of the skill level and strength of the young athletes. These events include chute doggin’ where the cowboy is one the ground and throws the steer as it leaves the bucking chute; saddle steer riding; junior high break away roping and goat tying for boys; and junior high ribbon roping where the cowboy ropes the calf and the cowgirl has to grab the ribbon off the tail of the calf and race back to the finish line. Cole Trexler, Paige Palin, Annie Alexander, Cassie Turner

The annual Laverne Stoddard Softball Invitational in Butte brings teams from the East and the West together for one final time before they may see each other at the state tournament. Hamilton came away with three wins and a tie. Jorden Taggart was the winning pitcher for the Lady Broncs and threw one shut-out, a 3-0 win over Miles City. Hamilton also defeated Cut Bank, 9-4, and Havre, 5-4. They tied, 4-4, with Hardin. Corvallis defeated Laurel, 10-4, with Macee Greenwood as the pitcher. Ashlynn Nixon had two hits including a home run and five RBIs. Corvallis then edged Glendive, 8-7, with Gabby Krueger taking the win. Greenwood had two hits includ-

Cash Trexler of Corvallis will be one of the cowboys competing at the High School and Junior High School rodeo this weekend at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds. Star file photo. and Tayler Harris will be competing at the high school level. Reece Connor, Cash Trexler, Logan Gerhard, and Kamryn Jones will compete at the junior high level. There is not a charge to come and watch the rodeo on Saturday or Sunday, just bring a lot of enthusiasm to cheer on the

cowgirls and cowboys. The rodeo will begin at 10am on Saturday and 9am on Sunday. Saturday, around 4pm, there will are a special break away roping event to benefit Shelby Robinson, a high school rodeo alumni who is currently battling lymphoma.

Darby advances nine to state The Darby Tigers will send nine tennis players to the Montana State Class B/C Tennis tournament in Bozeman next week. Elsa Podesta finished second in girls single after dropping the championship match to Maria Bugeda of St. Ignatius. Sophia Delvo of Darby finished third. In the girls

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ing a double and two RBIs. Maria Hickey also had a double and two RBIs. Stevensville topped Anaconda, 11-1 with Sarah Morrison in the pitcher’s circle. Cassi Kopsa had two hits and two RBIs. Ashlin Hiller also had two hits including a double, and two RBIs. The Yellowjackets hammered Browning, 14-0. Joey Oyler was the winning pitcher. Kaylee Berning had two hits and three RBIs. Oyler, Kopsa and Maddie Sims had two RBIs. Morrison and Claire Montague each had an RBI. Belgrade defeated Stevensville, 13-3. Morrison was the losing pitcher. Syd Paul had two hits for Stevi including a double and an RBI. Berning had a double and an RBI also. Florence notched three wins and one loss over the weekend.

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doubles, Kimber Schlapman and TeaAnna Rouse won first place. Abbie Finks and Ariana Brubaker finished third. Tristan Wall of Darby won the boys singles. Preston Smith and Tucker Holliday finished second in the boys doubles match.

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With Kasidy Yeoman pitching, the Lady Falcons took a 13-1 win over Columbus. Emily Kinnaman had three RBIs while Danara Greer and Mackenzie Little had two RBIs each. Natalie Dulac and Yeoman each had an RBI. Florence edged out Glasgow, 11-10, with Yeoman pitching. She also had three hits and two doubles and two RBIs. Kinnaman, another freshman, had four RBIs and a double. Florence topped Shepherd, 16-5, again with Yeoman pitching. Kinnaman had a home run and four RBIs. Kylie Kovatch had a hit and two RBIs. Yeoman, Kolbi Wood, Dani Zahn, Dulac and Little all hit RBIs. Florence’s final game was against Huntley Project. The Red Devils shut out Florence, 14-0.

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Lochsa Mother’s Day Caddis There’s something exhilarating about being right beside the noise of crystal-white foaming water crashing through the boulders of a wild river canyon. If you’re there you can’t help but feel it. The raw rushing power, the spectacular beauty of it, grips you and won’t let go. It’s exciting. Just to stand there and watch, you can’t help but feel

Flyfishing with Chuck Stranahan pumped up, feel a smile break across your face. You vicariously feel the thrill of adrenaline surges and cold water splashing on you face that the rafters, kayakers, and pontoon-boat rowers do as they find the right line, hit that wave train, hope they read it right, correct their course and lean into the oars on the way through. Yeah, you shout. Yeah! Driving down the Lochsa from one pullout after another, that’s how Jan and I spent our Sunday afternoon. We’d get ahead of the floaters, watch them shoot one whitewater gullet after another, and drive on. When we got to Lowell, pop. 23 (used to be 24 and when somebody left they corrected the town sign with a crossout and inserted the 23 number), the river runners were pretty well done and were taking out. We stopped for an all-time great burger at a café that has been run by the same family for over forty years. The food we had on that trip was the best it could have been, both at the Lodge at the beginning and the café at the end. The promise I promised Jan a Mother’s Day outing she enjoys: her favorite breakfast/brunch buffet, one they serve on special occasions at Lochsa Lodge. As I’ve told friends when sending them to that place, “If you’ve never been there, one question you’ll have is, ‘How do they serve food like that in a place so remote?’ “ But they do. It’s good every day, and it’s always one of our favorites when we want to get away from Dodge. We

can avoid Malfunction Junction entirely along with the stop-andcrawl pace of Missoula traffic as we drive over Lolo Pass. We love the trip – and we’d make it if there were no Lochsa Lodge waiting for us on the other side. But it is there, and we’ve stayed there or tent-camped nearby, and always stop in – usually for a meal, and always for a visit with my friend Mike who runs the store. Mike told me this time that the fishing was good. Mother’s Day Caddis were out, right on time. He knows and likes to fish the Caddis Variant – a fly that first came into being to be fished for the Mother’s Day Caddis. I figured, as we were getting ready for the trip, that the river would be blown out. We left our fishing gear home. Mike shook his head, sadly, and told me what I already knew: “Being here without a fly rod, Chuck... it’s like being naked.” But this Mother’s Day, after a too-long winter and not being able to schedule our usual prerunoff fishing on the Bitterroot, the drive over the pass on a just-so spring day was medicine for the soul – for both of us. Every time, we marvel and are awestruck at the raw courage and sense of adventure, the gritty determination and persistence, and dedication to the cause that drove the Captains Lewis and Clark and their band of twenty-something young soldiers and outdoorsmen to stumble through these miles of downed timber on the ridges above the Lochsa; thirsty, hungry, and not knowing exactly where they were going or how their journey would end up – or thinking that maybe it had and they were about to perish. Undaunted courage They knew that part going in: They took an oath to explore this unknown wilderness from St. Louis to the Pacific and return again with their findings, enduring all of its unknown hazards and risks, or perish in the attempt. Or perish in the attempt. That’s quite an oath, quite a promise. There will be no turning back. I’m going to do or – literally – die. Historian Stewart Ambrose hit it right in the title of his book, Undaunted Courage. In my mind that Journey of Discovery had to be the greatest of all adventures. There were more knowns and fewer risks in the first Apollo moon shots. Columbus had better odds and more known factors going for him than the captains did, and all he saw on his journey until he it land was sea – endless sea. Think of what the captains and their men saw, all for the first time by men of their civilization,

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as the panorama of heartland American landscape reaching into the vastness of the American West and Pacific Northwest unfolded before them, day by day: hardly the same-old, same-old, and with challenges that called upon the very core of strength deep inside them. The passage today We stopped for a rest break at the top of the hill, just

on the Idaho side, where Stewart Ambrose stopped with his family to read from the journals to his children. This was at a place where the captains stopped to water and feed their horses before finding a perilous track through the downed timber along the ridges above the Lochsa. The rocky prominences along the river made travel impossible there. Today there is a road, Highway 12, that belies the difficulty of the captain’s journey. They had to hit the ridges where there was no game, no water, and no feed for the horses. Just over the top of the pass there is a place called Killed Colt Creek, so named because they had to kill a young horse and eat it. There was nothing else to eat. Our day, by contrast, was satiating, exhilarating, and exciting. The trip down the river, pulling out to watch the floaters shoot the rapids, is one we always enjoy – and this time, it couldn’t have been better. But I have to admit: along the way, waiting for the boaters to come down again, I was scouting the edges, looking for those swirls that eddied out against the rocks, where I knew I’d find some of the Lochsa’s healthy cutthroats, and thinking: If we’d have brought our fly rods, we could probably score there with the Mother’s Day Caddis Variant. 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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Hickey also had a double and two RBIs. Stevensville topped Anaconda, 11-1 with Sarah Morrison in the pitcher’s circle. Cassi Kopsa had two hits and two RBIs. Ashlin Hiller also had two hits including a double, and two RBIs. The Yellowjackets hammered Browning, 14-0. Joey Oyler was the winning pitcher. Kaylee Berning had two hits and three RBIs. Oyler, Kopsa and Maddie Sims had two RBIs. Morrison and Claire Montague each had an RBI. Belgrade defeated Stevensville, 13-3. Morrison was the losing pitcher. Syd Paul had two hits for Stevi including a double and an RBI. Berning had a double and an RBI also. Florence notched three wins and one loss over the weekend.

The two arenas at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds are open for riding for individuals and groups, as long as no other events have already been scheduled in the arenas. Groups such as the Bitterroot Mountettes and the Bitterroot Rough Riders have the arena reserved on a weekly basis for certain nights. There are also events such as high school rodeo, mounted shooting, and others that have rented the arena. But when the arena isn’t being used, it is open for open riding. But this open riding takes a toll on the arena so several years ago, a fee for riding was put into place. The fee partially pays for working up the arena three times a week as well as putting some funds away for ground improvement. The cost of is $25 for the year for an individual or $50 for a family. Payment is done on the honor system. There is a secure box located near the north gate of the area where checks can be deposited along with the paper-

work which includes not only name but also license plates used by the vehicles of these people, or people can go to the fairgrounds office to pay and fill out the paperwork. This year, after tallying up the proceeds from last year, the fair office determined there was a considerable amount of people that used the arena without paying. The rodeo committee and the Ravalli County Fair Board decided to put locks on the all the entrance gates going into the arena and then put two combination locks on the two main gates. The combination would then be given to those who have paid to ride. It was the perfect solution, or so they thought. Melissa Saville, Fairgrounds manager, said she had driven by after hours and ADVERTISING noticed people riding in the arena at night. Upon checking the box the next day, there was no payment in the box and no paperwork. They looked through the paperwork in the office but couldn’t find any matching the license

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plates of the vehicles that were there. Another time she talked to someone riding in the arena and asked how they accessed the arena. The individual pointed to one of the arena’s fence panels and Saville saw that the panel had been unhooked and opened wide enough for a horse to come through. The maintenance crew has found other places where the arena panels have been moved out so people could gain access. In order to make the system more foolproof, the rodeo committee of the fairgrounds has decided to shut and lock the east gate. People who have paid their riding fee will have the combination already. Saville and the rodeo committee hope that this will be the solution for the grounds and for those riders who have already paid. “It’s basically a theft of services,” said Saville. “And it’s not fair to those who have already paid. Our prices are cheaper than almost any other arenas where you have to pay to ride.”

May events at Lolo Pass Visitor Center Lolo Pass Visitor Center, located on the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests along U.S. Highway 12 at the Idaho/Montana state line, has several events taking place in the month of May. “There’s plenty of fun for the whole family taking place at Lolo Pass this month!” says Buffie Cerutti, Lolo Pass Visitor Center manager. “We hope you’ll take the time to visit and enjoy some of our upcoming events, as well as our beautiful spring weather.” Throughout the month of May, Lolo Pass Visitor Center will be featuring the quilt work of Borg Hendrickson. Hendrickson is a well–known quilter whose work has been featured in quilt

and gallery shows across the country. She resides along the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork of the Clearwater River and her work is often inspired by the area’s colorful history and untamed wilderness. Stop by the visitor center this month to enjoy some of her beautiful work. On May 31, Lolo Pass Visitor Center is celebrating migratory birds with a presentation by guest speaker Kate Davis, Executive Director of Raptors of the Rockies. Davis, along with several of her feathered friends, will be showcasing birds of prey and conservation efforts focused on these impressive animals. This free, family–friendly event begins at 9:30 a.m. PDT/10:30 a.m. MDT at the visitor center.

Lolo Pass Visitor Center will be closed Thursday, May 16 for staff training. Regular business hours will resume Friday, May 17. The visitor center will continue to operate on its winter schedule (7:30 a.m. through 4:15 p.m. [PDT], Thursday through Monday) through the month of May. The visitor center will be open to visitors on Memorial Day, May 27, so make sure to stop by to enjoy a day outdoors at Lolo Pass to recognize the holiday. Stay tuned for more events at Lolo Pass Visitor Center this summer! Follow the visitor center on Facebook at bit.ly/FB-LPVCfor updates, information, and weather conditions at Lolo Pass, or give them a call at (208) 942-3113.

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1250 S. 2nd. DAY ONE 6:00-8:00 PM. LINE NUMBERS GIVEN AFTER 2:00 PM. 2 per person. FOLLOWING DAYS 9-12 5TH ANNUAL BITTERROOT 50 MILE GARAGE SALE - FRIDAY, JUNE 28 AND SATURDAY, JUNE 29, LOLO TO DARBY. Mark your calendar now to attend this growing event. Over 300 sellers in 2018. If you live outside the area and wish to sell, join a Hotspot. Visit bitterroot50milegaragesale.com for more details. Held in conjunction with Stevensville Western Heritage Days on June 29 with lots of activities in downtown Stevensville!

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BARE ROOT SALE! Plant bare root fruit trees, shade trees and shrubs now and save! Montana certified seed potatoes, onion sets, asparagus roots, garden seeds, Pro-Mix potting soil. Grain-fed beef and eggs. Moeller’s Nursery, 946 Eastside Hwy, Corvalis. Open daily. 961-3389. MILL CRICK FARM - 153 Dutch Hill Rd just west of the Woodside Cutoff. Certified Organic Bedding Plants $2.50 or 10 for $20 and Seasonal Produce Always Open. BAGGED WHOLE-GRAIN livestock feed: wheat, oats, barley. Cracked 3-Way (barley, oats, wheat), new crop hay. GRAIN-FED LOCKER BEEF. Call Russ, 3601125 or 961-3528. FRESH FARM EGGS from pastured free range chickens, delivered daily to the Bitterroot Star, Stevensville. Severson’s natural grass fed ground beef (1-lb packages, $5/lb), also steaks!. Call 777-3928 for availability or just stop by Bitterroot Star at 115 W. 3rd (blue door).

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

RENTALS COMMERCIAL FOR LEASE: Great parking, Highway 93 frontage, 3900 sq. ft. retail or professional offices, Hamilton. 406-381-7251. 5-ACRE lots for rent. Trailer house hookups. 406-544-1669.

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MECHANICAL INSULATORS APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY Earn while you learn to become a Journeyman Mechanical Insulator. Applications must be picked up in person at 2110 N. Fancher Rd. Spokane Valley, WA 99212 or 3919 E. Main. Spokane, WA 99202 or requested by telephone from the Apprenticeship Coordinator at 509-315-9864. Applications must be submitted by June 7th 2019. You must be 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, copy of birth certificate and be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen. Local Union 82 is committed to equal employment opportunities and encourages all minorities and females to apply.

REAL ESTATE BUILDING LOTS. Corvallis sewer. Either residential or commercial. Paved street and underground utilities. $38,000-$42,000. Both for $78,000. Idea for home/ business. Call Cliff Trexler Realty, 130 Main, Hamilton MT. 1-406363-5275, cell 369-2509. REAL ESTATE– NORTHWEST MONTANA – Company owned. Small and large acre parcels. Private. Trees and meadows. National Forest boundaries. Tungstenholdings.com (406) 293-3714

SERVICES WOODWORKING AND HANDYMAN SERVICES. Licensed & insured. 406-595-6825. danlundholm@msn.com.

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

NOTICES WESTERN HERITAGE DAY June 29th, downtown Stevensville. Vendor booth space available. Details at www.bitterrootstar.com, click on Western Heritage Days or call 406-777-3928. LOST - New pair of boots left on picnic table at Bass Creek day use area last Thursday. Reward. 546-6277.

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SPRING & SUMMER WORKER. YARDWORK, SANDING, PAINTING & ODD JOBS. 363-8061. EARN EXTRA INCOME! Local coordinator for high school exchange students. $1300 per student placement and supervision. Training/travel incentives. Cynthia Burgeson, 541-704-0937. MonSun to 9 pm. HOME CARE SERVICES is hiring caregivers and CNAs. Flexible schedule, competitive pay. Apply at 925 N. First Street in Hamilton. Call 375-8637. YARD WORK, weekly now through fall. Stevi. Fair pay for honest work. References required. Call Victoria, 207-8793.

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Amy M. Scott Smith, Esq. WORDEN THANE P.C. Attorneys at Law 321 W. Broadway St., Ste. 300 Missoula, MT 59802-4142 Telephone: (406) 721-3400 Facsimile: (406)721-6985 Email: ascottsmith@wordenthane.

Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MARCELLA K. CLYDE, Deceased. DEPT. No. 1 PROBATE NO. DP-19-52 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to ELIZABETH “LIBBY” BRUNELL, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at c/o Worden Thane P.C., 321 W. Broadway St., Ste. 300, Missoula, MT 59802-4142, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 18th day of April, 2019. /s/ ELIZABETH “LIBBY” BRUNELL c/o Worden Thane P.C. 321 W. Broadway St., Ste. 300 Missoula, MT 59802-4142 WORDEN THANE P.C. Attorneys for Personal Representative By: AMY M. Scott Smith, Esq. BS 5-8, 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE

ESTATE OF EVELYN I. TUNNELL, Deceased Cause No. DP-19-55 Dept. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Jack D. Tunnell, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the Law Offices of LAWRENCE D. JOHNSON, Attorney at Law, P.O. Box 500, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 8th day of May, 2019 /s/ Jack D. Tunnell, Personal Representative 102 Road 551 Glendive, MT 59330 BS 5-15, 5-22, 5-29-19. MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF HOLLIS V. GASCOYNE, Deceased. Cause No. DP-19-56 Dept. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Heidi G. Vadheim-Tosini, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at the Law Offices of LAWRENCE D. JOHNSON, Attorney at Law, P.O. Box 500, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. Dated this 9th day of May, 2019. /s/ Heidi G. Vadheim-Tosini, Personal Representative 506 S. 5th Street Hamilton, MT 59840 BS 5-15, 5-22, 5-29-19. MNAXLP Ashley E. Kendrick P.O. Box 266 Conner MT 59829 Petitioner Pro Se MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY In Re the Marriage of Ashley E. Kendrick, Petitioner and Alan Kendrick, Respondent Cause No. DR-19-20 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF MONTANA SENDS GREETINGS TO THE ABOVENAMED RESPONDENT: You, the Respondent, are hereby summoned to answer the Petition in this action, which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to file your written answer and serve a copy thereof upon the Petitioner within twenty-one days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; and in case of your failure to appear or answer, judgment will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Petition. This action is brought to obtain a dissolution of marriage and to establish a permanent parenting plan for the minor child(ren) of the marriage. Title to and interest in the following real property will be involved in this action: N/A. Dated this 29th day of April, 2019. /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of the District Court By: Janeane Sorenson, Deputy Clerk BS 5-8, 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP.

The Board of Ravalli County Commissioners are seeking qualified bids to replace a section of asphalt at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds. For a full bid package which includes the Scope of Work, Time Line for Bid Submittal, and Sample Contract for the successful bidder, please contact Melissa Saville, Fairgrounds Manager at 100 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton, or contact her at 406-363-3411, or email at msaville@ rc.mt.gov. Bids will be due on May 23, 2019, with an intended award of contract on May 24, 2019. /s/ Glenda Wiles Commissioners Administrative Assistant BS 5-8, 5-15-19. MNAXLP NOTICE The first half of the 2019 Mobile Home Taxes are due payable before 5 pm May 31, 2019. We now have a Night Drop located at North end of Administration Building in drive through. Mail payments must be postmarked by May 31, 2019 or the payment will be returned for penalty and interest. Please make checks payable to the Ravalli County Treasurer. Master Card, Visa, Discover and American Express cards are accepted. Also accepting online payments at www.Ravalli.us/196/Property-Tax. Paying with Credit/Debit card will include a 2.15% convenience fee and $1.25 Transaction Fee. Ravalli County Treasurer Dan Whitesitt 215 S 4th St Ste H Hamilton MT 59840 406-375-6600 BS 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP

HON. JENNIFER B. LINT District Judge, Department No. 2 Twenty-First Judicial District Ravalli County Courthouse 205 Bedford, Street, Suite B Hamilton, Montana 59840 Telephone: (406) 375-6790 Fax: (406) 375-6785 MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY RONALD E. SASS, Petitioner vs. CASSEY S. SASS, Respondent Cause No. DR 16-131/27 Department No. 2 NOTICE OF HEARING PLEAST TAKE NOTICE that Respondent Calley Sass has motioned the 21st Judicial District Court to amend the parenting plan in this matter. A show cause hearing will be held on the 13th day of June, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. in District Courthouse #2, Ravalli County Courthouse, 205 Bedford Street, Hamilton, MT. Dated this 26th day of April, 2019. /s/ Jennifer B. Lint, District Judge /s/ Amber Miles, Deputy Clerk BS 5-15, 5-22, 5-29, 6-5-19. MNAXLP

NOTICE The second half of the 2018 Real Estate Taxes are due payable before 5 PM, May 31, 2019. We now have a Night Drop located at North end of Administration Building in drive through. Mail payments must be postmarked by May 31, 2019 or the payment will be returned for penalty and interest. Please make checks payable to the Ravalli County Treasurer. Also accepting online payments at www. Ravalli.us/196/Property-Tax. Paying with Credit/Debit card will include a 2.15% convenience fee and $1.25 Transaction Fee. Ravalli County Treasurer Dan Whitesitt 215 S 4th St Ste H Hamilton MT 59840 406-375-6600 BS 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP

Notice to Mainstem Bitterroot and East Side Subbasin (76HA) – Bitterroot River Water Users MOTION TO AMEND STATEMENT OF CLAIM (Pursuant to Section 85-2-233(6), MCA) A Motion to Amend Statement of Claim 76H 148150-00 has been filed with the Montana Water Court by Claimants Linda and Charles Couey, seeking to correct the Ditch Name from the currently listed incorrect name; Mason-Harmony Ditch, to the correct name; Blodgett-Culler-Grill Ditch; and to correct the associated point of diversion to the NWSWSE Sec.30 T5N, R20W, Ravalli County, which is the point of diversion for the BlodgettCuller-Grill Ditch. By filing this Motion, Claimants assert that these amendments are necessary to accurately reflect the historical use of this water right. OBJECTION DEADLINE Any response or objection to the Motion to Amend must be filed with the Montana Water Court, P.O. Box 1389, Bozeman, MT 59718, 1-406-586-4364, within 45 days of the date of the last newspaper publication of this notice, by July 8, 2019, in accordance with Section 85-2-233(6), MCA. Please indicate “Claim 76H 148150-00” on any response, objection, or other correspondence related to this Motion to Amend. BS 5-8, 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP

LEGAL NOTICE Barstad Amended Plat Minor Subdivision of Lot 15-A AP 352, being a portion of Block 8. Sunnyside Orchards. The proposal is a 3-lot minor subdivision on 4.00 acres. The subdivision is located at 4414 Tripp Lane, Stevensville, MT. The subject property is located in Section 6, T9N, R19W, P.M.M., Ravalli County, Montana. The applicant is Gerald Barstad and the Consultant is Ron Uemura of RAM Engineering. Information describing the proposal is available for inspection at the Planning Department, in the County Administrative Center, 215 S. 4th St., Suite F, Hamilton, MT 59840. Written comments are encouraged to be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the below meeting, and will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners (BCC). The BCC will conduct a Public Hearing to review the proposal on Friday, May 31st, 2019, at 9:30 a.m., in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Administrative Center. The public may comment verbally, or in writing, at the meeting. Comments and information submitted at the public meeting will be considered in the decision on the subdivision. However, please note that only under select circumstances will new information be allowed into the record after the public meeting. BS 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP

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PUBLIC HEARING Thursday, May 23, 2019 6:00 p.m. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Town of Stevensville Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall at 206 Buck Street, Stevensville, Montana 59870 for the purpose of considering the following Petition for Variance: Scott and Leslie Chandler, petitioners and owners of the property legally described as PLEASANTVALE ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, S27, T09

All interested persons will be given the opportunity to ask questions and to express their opinions. Comments may be given orally at the hearing or submitted in writing via email, clerk@townofstevensville.com, or U.S. Mail to P.O. Box 30, Stevensville, MT 59870 prior to 12:00 p.m., May 23, 2019. Questions, comments or more information may be obtained by contacting Town Hall at (406) 777-5271. Attest: Brandon E. Dewey, Mayor BS 5-15, 5-22-19. MNAXLP

The Bitterroot Star Weather Summary Bitterroot Seven Day Forecast

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Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Mostly Cloudy

Scattered T-storms

Few Showers

Mostly Cloudy

72 / 46

68 / 48

61 / 41

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55 / 35

Local UV Index

0-2: Low, 3-5: Moderate, 6-7: High, 8-10: Very High, 11+: Extreme Exposure

Weather Trivia

Peak Fishing/Hunting Times This Week

7 8 9 10 11+

On average, what is the wettest place in the United States?

Peak Times Day AM PM Wed 10:00-12:00 10:25-12:25 Thu 10:50-12:50 -Fri 11:15-1:15 11:41-1:41 Sat 12:07-2:07 12:33-2:33

Answer: Waialeale, Hawaii gets about 460 inches of rainfall per year.

Weather History

May 16, 1989 - Thunderstorms developing ahead of a cold front produced severe weather in the south central United States. Thunderstorms spawned 20 tornadoes, and there were 180 reports of large hail and damaging winds.

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Full 5/18

Last 5/26

Sunrise 6:01 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 5:59 a.m. 5:57 a.m. 5:56 a.m. 5:55 a.m. 5:54 a.m.

Sunset 9:04 p.m. 9:05 p.m. 9:07 p.m. 9:08 p.m. 9:09 p.m. 9:10 p.m. 9:11 p.m.

High 66 68 61 62 73 78 79

Low 40 41 41 37 36 41 43

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Moonset 4:50 a.m. 5:16 a.m. 5:43 a.m. 6:13 a.m. 6:47 a.m. 7:26 a.m. 8:11 a.m.

New 6/3

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Last Week's Almanac & Growing Degree Days Date 5/6 5/7 5/8 5/9 5/10 5/11 5/12

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Sun/Moon Chart This Week

May 15, 1834 - The Northern Atlantic Coast States were in the midst of their greatest May snowstorm of record. The hills around Newbury, Vt. were covered with two to three feet of snow.

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Detailed Local Forecast Today we will see mostly cloudy skies with a slight chance of showers, high of 72°, humidity of 43%. Light winds. The record high for today is 89° set in 2006. Expect mostly cloudy skies tonight with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, overnight low of 46°. Light winds. The record low for tonight is 29° set in 1948. Thursday, skies will be cloudy with a 55% chance of showers and thunderstorms, high of 68°, humidity of 56%. South wind 2 to 5 mph.

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N, R20 W, BLOCK 006, Lot 007, S2 OF LOT 7 N2 OF LOT 8 BLOCK 6 PLEASANTVALE, addressed as 513 CHARLOS STREET, are requesting a variance of the front property setback requirement of 25 feet. The variance would modify the setback to 11 feet, allowing for the construction of a front entry porch. Additional information regarding these variance requests is available at Town Hall. The Board of Adjustment will convene to consider the variance request directly following the hearing at 6:30 p.m.

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

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Growers Directory 2

1 Florence

Sweeny Creek LP

Hwy 93 Fairgrounds RD

Bell Crossing 6

Eastside Hwy Pinkney

Victor Crossing

Bailey Ln

State St

Bedford

Corvallis

S 2nd

Popham Ln

Main St

S 3rd

Golf Course Rd

Black Ln

10 Golf Course

14 Grund5

Grantsdale Rd

7. Huls Dairy • 360-0779 • 1769 Simpson Rd. Corvallis, MT Afterburner Boost Garden & Lawn Fertilizer. Grow green with Boost! Benefits: organic soil amendment, renewable, Improves soil structure, retains moisture, increases organic content, increases soil nutrients, beneficial micro-organisms, adds trace minerals. Bags available at many local stores. Great for Gardens, Lawns, Flowers, Vegetable, Houseplants. www.HulsDairy.com email: hulsdairy@montana.com call 3600779 for an appointment.

Middle Burnt Fork Rd

N 2nd

6. Nature’s Enhancement, Inc. 777-3560 • 2980 Eastside Hwy. (corner of Bell Crossing & Eastside Hwy.) Public Welcome - Open M-F 8 am-4:30 pm - Some Saturdays. Low grower prices. Nursery and full-service landscape company. Landscape Services: Complete landscape services including lawn installation, sprinkler systems, custom rock walls, and planting services. We also build patios, decks, fire pits, retaining walls, pathways and water features. Tree services and moving also available! Nursery: We specialize in Rocky Mountain natives and hardy plant material including instant shade trees, large evergreens, fruit trees, blooming shrubs, colorful groundcovers and wildflowers. Plant sizes range from a 1-gallon container up to a 30-ft. B&B tree. Located on 40 acres in Stevensville. Major credit cards accepted. For examples of landscape projects and our plant catalog visit: www.naturesenhancementinc.com

Hamilton Area

Stevensville

N 3rd

5. Stevensville Hardware • 777-3252 • 323 Main Street, Stevensville The Boutique 327 • 777-4327 • 327 Main Street Open: Monday - Friday 7am-7pm, Saturday 8am-6pm, & Sunday 9am-5pm Our Garden Center is located between Stevensville Hardware & The Boutique 327! Stevensville Hardware is your Garden Headquarters with a large selection of hanging baskets, annuals and perennials from our local Brown’s Greenhouse. We carry many different types of soils, bark, manure, compost, rock and decorative bricks to help put the final touches on your garden or landscaping project. Our lawn and garden department inside has everything you need to get your lawn green from garden hose, sprinklers and fittings. See our new ranch supplies, fencing and irrigation. See the new Boutique 327 at 327 Main street Stevensville for all new unique gifts, home decor, house plants and more! As always buy a pot or bring in your own and we will plant it for FREE! Stop in our rental department to talk with George or Christian about our rental equipment. We have tillers, thatchers, an in closed skid-steer, mini excavator, boom lift, our brand new little Bobcat. and so much more to help get your outside project done in a breeze. Just in! A post driver to make fencing easy. Delivery is available on equipment.

S 4th

4. Super 1 Foods - Stevensville 777-7300 • 39 Stevensville Cutoff Rd • Stevensville Open 7 days a week. Great selection of quality plants, good prices, and great selections of annuals, vegetables, and new plants weekly from asters to zinnias. Garden supplies and art.

N 4th

3. Cottage Garden Greenhouse 777-3061 5034 Eastside Hwy. Stevensville Halfway between Stevensville and Florence. Hamilton Open Mon. to Sat. 9am to 6pm, Sun. 11am-5pm. Look no further for everything you need to bring your garden fantasies to life! Montanagrown annuals, hanging baskets, perennials, hardy roses and flowering shrubs blooming in every shade imaginable! Stock up on everything you need for your vegetable and herb garden, and be ready for an abundant feast this summer / fall! For 28 years we have been guiding local garden dreamers call or stop by with your ideas and questions today! Now accepting VISA/MC. This Spring we have Ornamental Flowering trees. cottagegardengreenhouse.com.

Three Mile

Simpson Ln

2. Brown’s Greenhouse Family owned & operated. Wholesale & retail. 241-8360 5629 Lower Woodchuck, Florence (8 Mile Hwy 93 community, follow signs north from Eastside Hwy at the round about.) Mon-Fri 9am - 7pm, Sat 9am-5pm. Closed Sundays Mid April through June while supplies last Six large greenhouses full of annual bedding plant packs, pots and hanging baskets: S. Kootenai Ck Rd • Flowers including pack petunias, marigolds, pansies, Allysum, Lobelia, etc. • Veggies including dozens of varieties of tomatoes & peppers, cole crops, herbs, cucumbers, squash and more; pack, 4” or 6” • Wide variety of 10” & 12” hanging baskets Victor (3,000 to choose from) * Specialty large combination baskets • 4” specialty Proven Winner and more. • Large specialty planters and color bowls for Mother’s Day • Look for our plants at local garden centers in the Bitterroot and Missoula. www.brownsgreeenhousemt.com Find us on Facebook

Old Corvallis Rd

1. Wayne Herman Trees Call Wayne for more information 5319009. We’ve moved! Just south of the stop light in Florence. Open May - July 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. everyday. Come check out our FRESH selection of Spruce Trees. We also carry most deciduous trees.

Grantsdale Rd

Grundy Ln

15 Skalkaho

Lewis

Sleeping Child RD

8. Moeller’s Nursery 961-3389 • Since 1971 • ¾ miles South of Corvallis on Eastside Hwy. Open every day in season – April through November Bedding plants – Large selection of annual & perennial bedding plants: pansies, petunias, lobelia, asters, impatiens, dahlias, geraniums, moss roses, marigolds, alyssum, begonias, osteospernum, and more. Large selection of hanging baskets featuring begonias, ivy geraniums, fuchsias, super petunias & mixed baskets. Perennials - 85 varieties including Bleeding Hearts, peonies, columbine, daisies, delphinium, sedum, and ornamental grasses. Vegetable bedding plants – Large variety that produce well in Bitterroot: tomatoes, peppers, cukes, melons, squash, broccoli and herbs. MT certified seed potatoes, strawberry plants, asparagus roots. Nursery stock – Shade trees, fruit trees, flowering trees and shrubs. Lilac bushes. Potentillas. Rhubarb plants, gooseberry, raspberry, josta berry, blueberry, grape, currant, Gogi and honeyberry. Save now on bare root trees and shrubs. Potting soil, peat moss, boost composted manure in bags, and seeds. Wall-O-Water plant protectors Produce – A complete line available in season. Specializing in super sweet sweet corn, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, potatoes, cucumbers, squash and pumpkin 9. K&S Greenhouse 961-1612 • 204 Black Lane, Corvallis, a half mile east of the Pharaoplex Theater. Open Monday – Saturday, 9am-6pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm. K&S Greenhouse has the healthiest and best variety of hanging baskets and deck planters in the Bitterroot. K&S carries Montanacertified seed potatoes and organic, GMO-free vegetable seeds. K&S carries dozens of varieties of annual plants in four-inch and six-inch pots and six-packs. They also have herbs and vegetable starts – including 25 varieties of tomatoes. This year, check out their newly expanded perennial section, as well as their nursery featuring small-caliber ornamental trees, fruit trees and shrubs. www.ksgreenhouse.com

Add to your bragging rights with grills and accessories from TRAEGER and WEBER. We can ensure you consistent value throughout the growing season with national sales events from now until August. Forget mail in rebates! Take advantage of “INSTANT SAVINGS” for all our rewards members. 12. Lakeland Feed and Supply 363-2334 • 110 Mill Street Hamilton (Marcus St. across from the Bitterroot Brewery) Check us out online at lakelandfeeds.com Mon-Fri 8-6 Sat 9-5 For all your lawn and garden needs! -Local made lawn, pasture and garden fertilizer. - Huge selection of pasture, lawn and feed plot seeds. - Vegetable and Flower Seeds, Onions, and Potatoes starts. -ORMI certified soil amendments. - Variety of compost, manure and potting soil (available in organic) Proudly featuring USA Made Products Friendly knowledgeable staff everyday 13. Hamilton Farmers Market – a Cooperative 28 years of offering the finest in the Bitter Root valley! On Bedford & Third Streets, by the Museum, Hamilton Open 9-12:30 Saturday from April 21 to October 27 The Hamilton Farmers Market offers: - County grown agriculture products including bedding plants and non-GMO produce, - Locally handcrafted items and artwork - Fresh prepared baked goods and hot foods plus coffee, tea, and iced drinks - Live music and a fun festive happening for the whole family. Interested vendors who live in Ravalli County, call Terri Frost, Market Manager, at 406-360-0616

10. Bitterroot Nursery 961-3806 • 3 miles North of Hamilton on the Eastside Hwy. Large selection of locally-grown trees and shrubs, bedding plants, hanging baskets, perennials, annuals, pottery, garden ornaments, landscape supplies, mulch and more! Open Daily, M-F 9-5:30, Sat 9-5, Sun 10-4.

14. COOKS’ Gardens, the Greenhouse 363-0212 177 Golf Course Rd • Hamilton Conveniently located just 2 blocks off of Highway 93. A seasonal greenhouse, Cooks’ Gardens offers a selection of unique annuals, deer resistant perennials, grasses, ornamental succulents, OVER 20 VARIETIES OF TOMATOES, other veggies, and garden ware. Always friendly, always helpful, we can recommend the right combo for the right spot and we’ll plant up your containers especially for you. April hours: 10-5, Closed Sundays and Thursdays. May and June hours: M-S 10-6, Sun. 11-4.

11. Evans Ace Hardware 363-3351 • 714 N. First (on Hwy 93) Hamilton Open 8 a.m. -7pm 7 Days a week Evans Ace Hardware is your neighborhood gardening headquarters and Premier level STIHL dealership. Our certified garden team includes graduates from the SCOTTS Training Institute. They are eager to answer your lawn and gardening questions. Our greenhouse has a full selection of local annuals, perennials, herbs, as well as Montana grown vegetables from Brown’s Greenhouse in Florence. Bailey’s will be supplying an assortment of trees and shrubs. Convenient bags of soils and amendments are piled high. Evans Ace Understands that spending time in your garden isn’t all about work. We have everything you need to relax and entertain outdoors as well.

15. The Scented Garden and Greenhouse Owner Sandie Fleischmann 363-7405 • 285 Grundy Lane, Hamilton (just off Grantsdale Road, 2 blocks south of Golf Course Road) Watch for the blue and gold signs. Open 10-5 Mon-Fri, 10-4 Sat, 11-3 Sunday. Organic, homegrown and hand cared for quality plants for all your gardening needs, including large hardy perennials, and bedding plants too numerous to mention. Gorgeous hanging baskets, deck and container pots. Organic vegetables too! Now: onsite consulting at your property for your landscaping needs for your deck or yard. We give you ideas for your unique look, with color all year long, that adds quality to your home. Open for the season from April until October. If you haven’t seen our beautiful gardens, please stop by! You might even get a few gardening ideas.