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Community welcomes Trooper Palmer home By Michael Howell

Highway Patrol Trooper Wade Palmer got an incredible welcome from the community last week as he returned to his home in Stevensville from the Salt Lake City hospital where he has been receiving care after being shot in the line of duty. On March 15, Palmer was shot in the neck, face and head after locating a suspect in an earlier shooting that injured two people and killed one person in Missoula. He was transported to St. Patrick Hospital in critical condition and eventually flown to Salt Lake City to receive Level I trauma care. Palmer was met in Missoula on Wednesday by Highway Patrol command staff and Montana Attorney General Tim Fox

Highway Patrol Trooper Wade Palmer gets ready to leave the hospital in Salt Lake City Utah.

before being escorted through town by motorcade to Stevensville where law enforcement from

Tanya Novak, wife of a Highway Patrol Trooper, turned out with her family to wish a welcome to returning Highway Patrol Trooper Wade Palmer. Michael Howell photo.

every agency in the valley showed up along with large numbers of community members who lined the roadway along the procession route all along the way. “On behalf of the Highway Patrol, the Department of Justice, and the entire Montana law enforcement community, I want to again share my profound thanks to all who have supported Wade and his family in ways large and small, seen and unseen. Let us all keep the other victims of that fateful March night in our thoughts and prayers as they continue to receive medical care,” said Fox. “We are absolutely thrilled that Wade is coming home,” said Colonel Tom Butler. “From the very beginning, he has received the best possible medical care and

Throngs of well-wishers lined the motorcade route through Missoula and the highway near Stevensville welcoming Highway Patrol Trooper Wade Palmer home after more than a month in the hospital. Law enforcement personnel from around the state escorted Palmer through Missoula to his home in Stevensville. Michael Howell photo. I know that it saved his life. Words cannot express my gratitude to all of the health care providers in Missoula and Salt Lake City who have cared for him during these past two months. Wade has a long road ahead, but I am glad that he will be traveling that road here in Montana with his family, friends, and fellow troopers at his side.” While Palmer has as yet been unable to speak, Butler said

that when they walked out of the hospital in Utah, Palmer was “smiling from ear to ear, he knew he was going home.” He said the care that Palmer received in Salt Lake City was incredible and that from the time he entered the hospital he has made great strides in his recovery. Attorney General Fox said, “Wade is home, but he has a long slog ahead of him. He’s going

to have very serious difficulties going on.” “While the family is happy to share this news with the public, they also respectfully request privacy as they return and adjust to life back at home,” said Fox. Everyone involved had high praise for Palmer’s wife Lindsey, commenting on the strength and stamina that she has shown in dealing with the tragedy.

Stevi council appointment goes awry GSK invests $100M By Michael Howell

The Stevensville Town Council went awry last week when one of the two applicants for the vacant council position withdrew his application during the public comment period and the other applicant was, without an interview and without council discussion, unanimously rejected. Before any agenda items were considered, the mayor read some email correspondence into the record from Mark Harris. He said that he attended the meetand-greet for the two candidates and that applicant Jim Crews, “by virtue of his experience has some significant attributes of use in this Council position.” However,

Harris was bothered by the fact that Crews didn’t acknowledge that there was a serious ongoing problem between the council and the mayor and office staff. “I don’t see how he could improve the relationship between the office staff and mayor and the council because in order to solve a problem you must first admit to its existence,” wrote Harris. He said the problems were identified and documented by an attorney’s investigation. “[Dempsey] Vick has general experience appropriate to this position and has expressed the desire to help on the relationship problem. Please choose Vick for this position,” said Harris. Council president Bob

Michalson emailed a response to Harris, stating, “Thanks for the input. The attorney doing the interviews found no wrongdoing on Jim Crews’ part. It comes down to an apology by me and [the Clerk]. The only source you got for this is the Bitterroot Star. And the town attorney backed this up.” Harris wrote back, saying, “Regardless, Mr. Crews doesn’t inspire my confidence.” He urged them to vote for Vick. The mayor also read correspondence from Headwaters Wellness Center signed by six downtown business owners. They referred to past letters of urgency that they wrote entreating the council to try and work with the mayor and staff “for the sake of

Grand Corvallis tradition

Nailed it! The theme of the Corvallis Memorial Day Parade was “Celebrating 100 years of the American Legion.” These two youngsters even had noise makers with their cake. Corvallis’ Main Street was lined with hundreds of people who came to join in the many activities of the day. Jean Schurman photo.

the community.” “Since the last letter,” they wrote, “we have lost another employee at city hall. April’s [Finance Officer] reasons for leaving were that outside influence made it impossible to do the work of the town.” They said the town needed someone who was open minded and fair and added, “We do not believe that Mr. Crews is the right person for this position.” They noted that in the last vote over filling a council position in Ward 2, Michalson cited a conflict of interest due to his relationship with Crews. They said they expected the same from him this time. See COUNCIL, page 3

in Hamilton facility In a press release from its U.S. office in Philadelphia, PA, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) announced recently “$100 million of new investment in its manufacturing site in Hamilton, Montana to expand the production capacity of key components of the adjuvant system used in several of GSK’s vaccines, including SHINGRIX, which was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration in October 2107.” The release also stated that GSK has been innovating in adjuvant systems for more

than 20 years and has developed vaccines to help prevent malaria and shingles that utilize adjuvant systems to help achieve a stronger immune response. The Hamilton vaccines facility currently manufactures components of GSK’s essential adjuvant technologies, which this investment will expand further. “For more than a decade, our Hamilton facility has supported GSK’s adjuvant system development program,” Jack Bailey, President, US PharSee GSK, page 2

Western Heritage Days to benefit kids’ food security

This year’s Western Heritage Day celebration in Stevensville is on track to raise funds for the Bitterroot BackPack Program at Stevensville and Lone Rock schools. Due to generous sponsors and the popular activities such as the Chuck Wagon meal and the beer garden, significant proceeds are anticipated this year. The committee has chosen to donate the proceeds to food security for local children. Stevensville Primary School has been a member of the Bitterroot BackPack Program since 2015, which is an official program of the National Council on Feeding America which discreetly distributes backpacks of nutritious, easy-to-prepare food to take home on the weekends for chronically hungry students in the Bitterroot Valley. According to Lee Starck, K-5 counselor at Stevensville School, the goal of this program

is to meet the needs of chronically hungry students and provide more food security so they may can concentrate and perform the complex tasks required in school. Food security allows students to engage fully in their learning environments and greatly increases their likelihood for academic, behavioral, and future success. The Stevensville Backpack Program serves 35-40 students every week. The following items are provided in a typical weekend backpack: • two servings of cereal; • two servings of fruit, typically a fruit cup or apple sauce; • two servings of juice; • two servings of lunch/ dinner, typically canned ravioli, chili, lasagna, spaghetti, etc.; • one cereal bar and one serving of condensed milk. When students are asked how they feel receiving their backpack bags for the weekend,

students most often simply smile! They share they feel happy, less worried, excited about trying something new, and/or are looking forward to being able to cook with their families. “In the short time this program has been running, Stevensville has provided incredible support for our students from community members, organizations, and local businesses who donate time, money, and supplement our backpack bags with fresh fruit and vegetables,” said Starck. “It is imperative that as we continue to grow this program (we have expanded into our Middle and High Schools), we keep an eye toward sustainability and continuing this important program. Your continued advocacy efforts and financial support are the most crucial steps in this process.” So now all those who turn See BENEFIT, page 3

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Stevensville Road Improvements Work starts the week of May 20th

93 Montana Department of Transportation is undertaking a series of projects aimed at improving accessibility and protecting your investment in existing roads. Stevensville ADA-May • Sidewalk corner upgrades for a more inclusive, vibrant downtown.

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• Ramp replacement on Main Street will occur during the day. The public is asked to prepare for noise impacts, minor pedestrian detours, and some parking disturbances downtown.

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• Replacement of antiquated wooden guardrail for improved safety. • Bridgework will require single-lane one-way traffic controlled by a portable signal. Prepare for reduced speeds and delays of up to 15 minutes.

Eastside Highway (Sec. 269) Improvements-July

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• Pavement preservation for extended life of the existing roadway. • Single-lane closures and one-way traffic will be in effect for paving and milling activities on Eastside Highway (Secondary 269).

US-93 Improvements-July • Pavement preservation for extended life of the existing roadway. • Motorists traveling on US-93 should expect delays of up to 15 minutes, reduced speeds and single-lane, two-way traffic in construction zones. Traffic on Eastside Highway and US-93 will return to normal configurations to the extent possible during daytime hours. MDT will not work on Friday and Saturday evening to accommodate community activity in downtown Stevensville.

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On May 24, select members of Florence American Legion Post 134 placed American Flag markers on Veteran grave sites at the Carlton District Cemetery just west of the Florence-Carlton Community Church. Post Commander Terry Wahl and spouse were joined by John Rottmar, Billy Redmon, Micah Albrecht, Ed Brayman and spouse, Jim Hamilton, Bill Leal and spouse and Jerry Edgar and spouse. The Post will continue working with the cemetery custodian to identify all military personnel buried on the grounds.

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maceuticals, GSK is quoted as saying. “By expanding the adjuvant system production capabilities in Hamilton, we will continue to deliver long-term and sustainable supply for key vaccines, including SHINGRIX.” The release goes on to state that GSK is dedicated to investing in and supporting communities by creating high-quality jobs in areas like R&D and manufacturing and, over the next few years, the Hamilton site expansion is expected to add a combination of temporary construction and contracting jobs, as well as new permanent positions, including scientists, engineers and manufacturing and quality professionals. “Thanks to the bi-partisan support of Governor Steve Bullock and the congressional delegation – Sens. Jon Tester and Steve Daines and Rep. Greg Gianforte – Montana is emerging as a hub for the biotechnology industry,” said Bailey. “GSK is grateful for their leadership and the opportunity

they have given us to create new jobs and expand our footprint in the state.” Hamilton is one of nine GSK manufacturing sites in the United States, and 86 sites globally, that produce a variety of prescription medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare products. Neither the U.S. contacts in Philadelphia listed in the press release nor the local site director or media coordinator in Hamilton returned telephone calls from the Bitterroot Star for more information. In an article published on April 24, 2019 on FiercePharma (www.fiercepharma.com), an online pharmaceutical industry news site, Eric Sagonowsky reported that GlaxoSmithKline’s new shingles vaccine was performing so well on the market that the company ran into supply problems and even had to delay some advertising and implement order limits on some vaccines. An article written by Angus Lui on May 24, 2019, also published on FiercePharma, reports that GSK’s Shingrix vaccine

was recently given conditional approval for use in China. According to the article, drug regulators in China have put the vaccine on its list of high-priority new products. This is a strong incentive for GSK to ramp up its production efforts. A former employee at the GSK facility in Hamilton told the Bitterroot Star that the decision to do the expansion was made at the end of last year. The concrete foundations for the building have been poured and the construction is ongoing. He said that the local facility was producing one of the adjuvants it uses in various vaccines on site while contracting out the production of another one that it uses in vaccines like Shingrix. He said it was his belief that the Hamilton facility was going to become the central site for production of the second adjuvant used by the company. He said the facility currently employs about 200 people and that the increase in employment due to the expansion was being estimated at approximately 40 to 50 new employees.

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Council member Stacie Barker then read a letter that she had received from Jim and Leslie Tadvick endorsing Crews. They said he had the knowledge and experience needed for the position and that he was also a homeowner and property tax payer in the town and that it should be a requirement. They said that Crews was defeated in his bid to retain his seat as mayor but that it was because the vote was split by other good candidates. She said that she and her husband have been citizens of Stevensville for 40 and 60 years, “and that should count for something.” In public comment, Joe Moore begged the three council members to resign for the good of the town. He compared the town to a sinking ship in which the crew was already jumping overboard. “If you won’t change, I beg you to resign,” he said. Business owner Gretchen Speiss urged the council not to vote for Crews. “We need calmer, more thoughtful people on the council,” said Spiess. “Someone who can handle their temper. The last time I was here I did not like the vitriol that was directed toward me just because I had a different opinion. We need people who can agree to disagree and allow other people to have a difference of opinion.” Russ Hanni said that he has lived in the Stevensville area for fifty years and knows both the applicants. “You don’t need Jim Crews,” said Hanni. “He’s a hothead. He pushes his weight and size around and makes a lot of threats. I can’t verify that he has threatened me, but he has been vociferous around me. He has not threatened me personally but I’ve talked to people who are scared to death of him. “I know Vick. He’s a volunteer fireman and EMT, and he’s

Wednesday, May 29, 2019 going to college to get a business degree. I think he would be a good fit… I’ve never seen him once lose his temper. I’m like Mr. Moore, the more I read in the Star, I think all of you need to resign. We need someone here who can listen to the people. I read the local paper. I think Mike is true and honest in what he says.” Loey Knapp said that she too has expressed concerns. “You would like to be consulted. However, in turn you are not asking your constituents what they want,” she said. “There are no ward meetings and you are not representing my views… I look for you to represent me and you’re not.” Applicant Jim Crews then spoke, saying, “Somebody seems to think that I threatened somebody. That’s an absolute lie. I have never threatened anybody. Am I forceful when I talk? Yes. I’m a military guy and that’s the way I do it. Sorry, that’s the way I grew up.” “Mr. Mayor,” he continued, “you have an obligation to enforce council rules. Any person making impertinent or slanderous remarks or who shall become abusive or obstructive to council shall be barred from the council. I’ve been slandered in here. I’ve been defamed by people I thought I knew. I don’t need this. I withdraw my application.” He and a few of his supporters then walked out of the meeting. When it came to business, council president Michalson moved to suspend the council rules and, instead of considering the next agenda item of whether to interview the candidates, moved to skip right to the selection process and make an appointment. But when it went to a vote, he and Barker voted against the motion and only Holcomb voted for it. When it reverted back to the original item on the agenda about selecting a candidate to interview, Michalson realized he had made a mistake and asked to have the motion to suspend the rules revisited.

“I don’t think we are going to get another candidate in time, so I am going to change my vote,” he said. This time he and Holcomb voted yes and Barker voted no. So, the motion passed and they skipped to consider choosing an applicant. A motion was made and seconded to appoint Dempsey Vick, the only remaining candidate, to fill the Ward 2 position. Barker said that she understood that Crews had resigned but she “had hard feelings about it” because she had been contacted by people who supported both candidates. “I just wanted to let you know that in my decision tonight I will be thinking of both candidates. Tonight will be on how I felt about both those candidates,” said Barker. Without any further comment, the three council members then voted unanimously against Vick filling the vacant council seat. “You’ve boggled my mind here,” said Mayor Dewey. “Council really should take some sort of action.” The council took a break so the mayor could consult with the town’s attorney. The town’s attorney said that the position could be re-advertised even though they were bumping the 30-day deadline for filling a vacancy. According to the Mayor, the attorney said some member of the public could possibly file a court action to force the council to appoint someone, but since that effort would already be underway he was not that concerned about it. The council then approved re-advertising the position. In public comment, Jan Perrin said, “You have a quality candidate so why are you re-advertising? This is not about you. It’s about your community and what’s best for the community. Are you re-advertising just because Crews resigned?” The motion to re-advertise the position was approved unanimously.

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You’re never too young to learn how to handle a charging grizzly bear. Izzi Scheible got a lesson in the use of bear spray from U.S.F.S. Northern Region bear education coordinator Danielle Oyler, using a remote controlled charging bear. Michael Howell photo. Also on the agenda was a proposal to provide temporary compensation to the mayor to do the work of the Clerk and the Finance Officer until they could get replacements on board and trained. The mayor said it was not an appointment to a temporary position, but just a motion to compensate him for added duties on a temporary basis. Someone suggested that former clerk Nancy Lowell should have been asked. During the discussion, former mayor Lew Barnett, who was in the audience, contacted Lowell and she indicated that she was not interested in the job. Mayor Dewey said it’s a temporary situation of extenuating circumstances with two positions empty and the remaining clerk busy training her own replacement. Holcomb moved to pay the mayor $25 per hour for up to 30 hours per week to do the other jobs. The mayor asked them who was going to write the checks if he doesn’t do it. He said the bills had to be paid the next morning. Hattie Farrell said, “The three council people sitting at that table is the reason we lost two good employees in the office. I think it’s time they stepped down and took responsibility for what they did.” Michalson protested that the discussion was off the agenda item. Michalson and Holcomb then voted against the motion to pay the mayor and Barker voted for it so the motion was killed on a 2 to1 vote. Mayor Dewey said, “As much as I would like to move on from this item and carry on with our evening, I can’t. What are we going to do tomorrow to cut checks? Without compensation I’m not sure I’m going to do it. It’s that simple. If you don’t value my time, and you are going to piss on it, then I’m not going to do it. We are in a very precarious situation here.” “Might as well re-vote,” mumbled Michalson. This time it passed on a 2 to 1 vote with Holcomb and Barker approving the deal but Michalson still voting against it.

Time to get ‘Bear Aware’ in the Bitterroot

By Michael Howell

The Bitterroot National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Hamilton hosted an open house last Thursday to provide bear awareness information to Bitterroot Valley residents. The free event featured the Montana Bear Education Working Group’s Bear Aware trailer, bear spray demonstrations, and a bear safety training session for the public. Bear education coordinator Danielle Oyler said, “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.” Grizzly bears have not been sighted in the Bitterroot for decades, but black bears are not uncommon. So, what’s the first thing you do when a you encounter a grizzly bear or a black bear in the woods? According to Oyler, if it’s in the distance and doesn’t seem interested in you, the best thing is to avoid it and leave the area. But what if it’s up close and appears to be aware of your presence? First a few don’ts. Don’t run. Bears are fast and can easily outrun a human. “Stand your ground,” is what Oyler advises. Whether it is a black bear or a grizzly. Don’t puff yourself up and try to be big and large and intimidating. That’s like inviting them to fight. Don’t retreat. Just stand calmly in a non-threatening manner and keep your eyes on the bear. Don’t try to stare it down with a menacing look, just keep your eyes on it because if it charges you want to be ready to respond. Wait until the bear gets within range and then let loose with a stream of bear spray and keep it up until the bear turns away. What about playing dead? Oyler cautions against it, until the bear actually touches you. It’s a last resort. Lying down when you first spot a bear can actually attract it, she said. So, initially you stay calm and stand your ground whether it’s a black bear or a grizzly and save playing dead for when a grizzly has actually touched you.

The event included a remote-controlled charging bear demonstration used to teach participants how to read bear behavior and deploy their bear spray. There was a display of an assortment of bear-resistant containers, three life-size bear mounts, skulls, and more. Experts were also on hand to answer questions and run demonstrations. Three 25-minute “bear aware” talks were given covering things like 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. There was also a free indepth bear safety lecture inside the Forest Service office covering bear biology, behavior, attractants, camping in bear country, preventing and handling bear encounters, and more. 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.

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out for Stevensville’s downtown festival on June 29th can feel even better because they are helping to support a very special program for our local kids. Anyone wishing to donate grocery items to the Bitterroot BackPack Program in advance of Western Heritage Day can drop off donations from the list above at the Bitterroot Star, 115 W. 3rd, #108. Checks will also be accepted. For more information about the program, contact Lee Starck, 777-5533, ext. 213 or the Bitterroot Star, 777-3928.

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Opinion

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Guest Comment

Plea to the Residents of Town of Stevensville By Dempsey Vick, NRAEMT, Stevensville

Although I was not appointed as Councilmember for Ward 2, I do want to apologize for the despicable actions that were taken by the Town of Stevensville Councilmembers. I am not stating these actions were despicable because I was not chosen to be appointed, but because the true agenda of the Council was exposed. With Jim Crews, a man that I have no quarrel with, reneging his application for consideration, followed by the council’s decision to not appoint an applicant, proved to the entire town that they had made their decision before interviews had occurred. According to the Town of Stevensville Code §2-118 (a): When any vacancy occurs in any elective office, this position shall be considered open and subject to nomination and election at the next general municipal election in the same manner as the election of any other person holding the same office, except the term of office shall be limited to the unexpired term of the person who originally created the vacancy. Pending such election and qualification, the council shall, by a majority vote of the members, appoint a person within 30 days of the vacancy to hold the office until his successor is elected and qualified. The council’s decision to violate their own ordinance causes great harm to the citizens of Ward 2 because, for a time period that the Townspeople were already gracious enough to allow to continue longer than legally allowed, is now extended for an unknown amount of time. I plead to the Townspeople of Ward 2 to hold the council account-

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Dear Editor, This letter is to businesses that depend on sales of products for livestock and pets and/or of hunting and fishing supplies and related items. If you also sell pesticides, especially those that have been shown to kill and maim domestic animals, beneficial insects and other wildlife species and to harm humans, aren’t you doing severe damage to your primary business, not to mention, being an accomplice in damaging the health of your customers? Neonicotinoids are one of the most egregious insecticides ever developed and unfortunately, the most used. According to multiple studies, exposure to even miniscule amounts of Imidacloprid kills vertebrates (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals) and many invertebrates that millions of species, including people, need for survival. On mammals, it kills the young and the mothers, and/ or causes birth defects, resulting in severe population declines in wildlife and significant livestock losses. If you are selling Imidacloprid, you are complicit in killing the honeybees and other pollinaFAST • RELIABLE • UNLIMITED

able for their actions. I am writing this letter, not as the unappointed, but as a citizen of said ward. It is unfortunate that we must live in the location that should have pride in being “Where Montana Began” and known as a place where settlers from the east met and broke bread with the native peoples of the area, to what is now the laughing stock of the entire State of Montana because our elected officials cannot agree on what brand of water is allowed to be consumed at meetings. It is pertinent that this issue to be presented to the County Commission, and to the House of Representatives of the Great State of Montana; and to continue to perform your duties as American citizens: complain to the council, write to your local newspaper, and to fight for freedom and democracy. I will, however, suggest a course of action that the council can reasonably take: make a search committee for the vacancy, made up of citizens of Ward 2. Allow them to interview and decide on two candidates for office, then the council interview the applicants. This is a reasonable course to take that could eliminate bias from the council. Thank you all for your support! However, for the time being, I will not be seeking appointment to the council; unless I am requested to appear under the old business portion of the meeting. I will, however, continue to serve MY neighbors in Stevensville as a firefighter, EMS provider, and as a veteran of the United States Navy, the Finest Navy in the World.

tors. Our food supply and that of many other Montana species depend on pollinators. See the article in the Bitterroot Star on April 9, 2019, by Michael Howell concerning the new study of Imidacloprid’s effects on white-tailed deer does and fawns, and the article by Perry Backus on the same study in the Ravalli Republic on May 19 and in the Missoulian on May 25. In the best interest of your customers and that of most other animals, please stop selling Neonicotinoids immediately. Judy Hoy Stevensville

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tial campaign by members of the Obama administration intelligence community has reverberated throughout Washington and beyond. The same Democrats who are demanding that Trump release his business records and tax returns because he “may have” broken the law are panicking over this directive. Representative Adam Schiff who has built his reputation on his hatred for Donald Trump, tells reporters it’s “un-American” and of course, he’s worried about revealing “sources and methods.” For nearly three years, Democrats and the media have persecuted this President, yet they’ve never been able to point to a particular crime. They’ve called for his impeachment, yet offer no specifics. Up until now, general accusations have worked very well for them. Schiff and his Democrat colleagues are simply hacks. They are all about declassification and transparency when they think it’ll benefit them politically. The moment the President moves to be more transparent on a matter that might expose Democrat corruption, they start screaming bloody murder about “muh sources and methods.” The irony here is that while Schiff whines about weaponizing law enforcement, that actually did happen under Barack Obama. Despite that, Schiff is against using law enforcement to investigate the weaponizing of law enforcement. Try to figure that one out. Meanwhile, the media are reacting exactly as you’d expect. They are actually rooting for Barr to not declassify documents. We now live in a world

where the mainstream media, who make a living off leaked, confidential information, are now actively rooting against transparency simply because it might help President Trump. You can’t make this stuff up. As to Adam Schiff, he’s a clownish hypocrite. He deserves to be treated as such. Hence, the desperate rage of the impeachment faction, in direct proportion to their secret shameful knowledge that the entire RussiaGate melodrama was, in fact, a seditious subterfuge between the Hillary Clinton campaign and a great many key figures in government up-to-and-including former president Barack Obama, who could not have failed to be clued-in on all the action. Even before the declassification order, the true narrative of events has been plainly understood: that the US Intel ‘community” trafficked in fictitious malarkey supplied by Mrs. Clinton to illegally “meddle” in the 2016 election. Thanks to painstaking efforts of lawmakers such as Rep. Devin Nunes (R-CA), Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Judicial Watch founder Tom Fitton and so many other conservatives, we already know most of the story. Declassification will allow us to fill in the blanks and hold those responsible, accountable. After the unending outrages of the last three years, this will be fun to watch. So please educate yourself on what’s happening in this nation and which party is leading you into socialism, communism, and the One World Order / New World Order. John A Bird Victor

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Thanks from American Legion Auxiliary

Dear Editor, The American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 94 of Stevensville, would like to thank all the students of Lone Rock and Stevensville Schools who participated in the ‘Poppy Poster Contest’. There were two first place winners: Leann Wandler of Stevensville and Madisyn Nentwig of Lone Rock. Their posters were sent on to the State of Montana American Legion Auxiliary to be judged again with other posters from Montana students. For Leann and Madisyn’s efforts they each received a first place certificate, a check for $10 and a free dinner at The Cracker Barrel Restaurant in Missoula. Congratulations, girls! Mickie Esmay, Poppy Poster Chair Stevensville

Time for a name change?

Dear Editor, The five Pachyderm clubs in Montana seem unaware that charity begins at home. They continue to collect dues which are sent to state and national offices and receive nothing in return. NOTHING. Meanwhile, hollow belly, inadequate shelter and clothing issues are evident within the these Pachyderm Club communities. Each of these political groups, with donations to and support of local charities, would receive greater benefits to their image than by sending funds to Great Falls and Houston. The use of the name, Pachyderm, in any Republican organization, is degrading, as that name is also equated with the other lumbering, thick skinned, hoofed or hard nailed species to include Hippopotamus and Rhinoceroses. Not a beautiful or beneficial political image. Yet the Democrats continue their love affair with the unattractive Jackass symbol. The name change to perhaps, Ravalli Republican Club, would be sufficient and eliminate any confusion with names of other Republican groups in the Bitterroot, such as Republican Central Committee and Republican Women. Dave Hurtt Florence

Abortion and slavery

Dear Editor, The abortion debate is not a scientific controversy nor a legal battle; it is a moral issue. On one side of the debate are those that believe abortion is morally wrong, the other side does not. Both sides want public policy and laws that reflect their moral views. During the Lincoln-Douglas debates in 1858, the Democratic Senate candidate from Illinois, Stephen Douglas, argued that slavery was a legal issue, that each state should decide for itself concerning slavery. Douglas gained the upper-hand in the debates until Abraham Lincoln began to argue that slavery was a moral issue, not a legal issue. In 1857, just a year before the debates, the Supreme Court decided the Dred Scott case, which denied the rights of U.S. citizenship to the black race. This made the slavery controversy a legal issue of judicial precedence. DOUGLAS - “I hold that New York had as much right to abolish slavery as Virginia has to continue it, and that each and every state of the union is a sovereign power, with a right to do as it pleases upon the question of slavery ...” LINCOLN - “The real issue in this controversy—the one pressing upon every mind—is the sentiment on the part of one class that looks upon the institution of slavery as a wrong and of another class that does not look upon it as wrong... Because we think it wrong, we propose a course of policy that shall deal with it as a wrong.” With legal precedence and the Constitutional support of

states’ sovereignty on his side, Douglas’ arguments were winning the day, and it appeared that he would likely be elected the Senator from Illinois, and the shame of slavery in America would likely become permanent. It was Lincoln’s realization that slavery, like abortion, is a moral issue that must ultimately reflect the moral values of the American people. Lincoln’s moral arguments turned the tide and resulted in Lincoln, and the new Republican Party, prevailing in the election. The current abortion controversy is not over fetus personhood or viability, nor over Roe v. Wade’s “stare decisis” (“stand by things decided”). Abortion is a moral issue that will ultimately reflect the moral values of the American people. Roe v. Wade is abortion’s Dred Scott ruling. If we stand up for our traditional American values; if we will prove the abortion debate is a moral issue, then Roe v. Wade will likely go the way of Dred Scott. If we remain silent, or attempt to argue the scientific or legal issues of abortion, it is more likely the shame of abortion will become permanent in America. Dennis Hicks Hamilton

Hard realities

Dear Editor, He swore he’d do his best, but spends little time on his job. He accepted emoluments from foreigners. He abused his authority by dismissing legions of transition servants to empower a small assortment of narrow minded, self-serving individuals, many with foreign entanglements. He extended top security clearances to people obviously unworthy of top security clearances. He appointed a Cabinet representing not we the people, but special interest networks. His China trade policies have diminished not advanced economic welfare of the USA. His foreign policies have diminished not advanced national security, and the relative position of the USA with our allies. His border policy inflicts crimes on humanity of asylum seekers. Over 900 former USA Federal prosecutors read the Mueller report, and see evidence that he endeavoured to obstruct justice. The Putin-Oligarch-Crime network violated USA Federal Election Law by deploying information warfare against Hillary Clinton, while targeting selected groups to vote for him, or his weaker opponents. When favoring Putin he commits high crime. Currently, Mitch McConnell, also the GOP controlled US Senate, would not vote to impeach him. He will obstruct Congress regarding his ruble laundering, bank and tax frauds. He favors white male nationalism. He will be the GOP nominee in 2020. He is uniquely loved and admired by many. He alone, may be above and beyond the reach of legal precedents and US Law. Bob Williams Stevensville

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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.

Lolo senior lunches

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

through MAS and CBS. Call 9262135 to schedule your lunch.

Golden Agers

The Golden Age Club is located at 727 S. 5th in Hamilton. The club’s business meeting is held on the first Wednesday of every month at 1 p.m. All members are asked to attend to review activities and plan new ones. Cake and ice cream is served. Card games (pinochle, multibid racehorse) are played on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday and 1st 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.

Gamblers Anon

Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church, 411 S.

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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.

5th Street in Hamilton.

Overeaters Anon

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

Morning TOPS

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.

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.

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Evening TOPS

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.

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.

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

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.

BPL storytime

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

DCPL storytime

Learning to read begins before children start school. Your public library promotes early literacy and social development with weekly programming for children. The Darby Community Public Library offers a weekly Children’s Story Time every Tuesday at 11 a.m. for all children under five years old with a caregiver. Come talk, sing, read, write, and play at your library, 101-1/2 S. Marshall St. Call 821-4771 or email: staff@ darbylibrary.net for information.

NVPL storytime

Story Time is an enriching early learning program for tod-

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dlers and preschoolers that takes place on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the North Valley Public Library’s Community Room. Each week has a different theme, and children can listen to entertaining stories, participate in fun songs and learning activities, and create a cool craft! Each Story Time includes a healthy snack and some time to play with new friends. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street, Stevensville. For more information, call 406-7775061 or visit northvalleylibrary. org. All library programs are free and open to the public.

Sapphire Quilters The Sapphire Quilt Club meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Stevensville Senior Center, 100 Mission Street. Join this fun group of people to learn about quilting. Beginner to expert quilters welcome. For more information call Charlie Kirk at 361-1146.

Fiber Arts Guild

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

Knitters Guild

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

Doll Club

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

Model train club

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

Amateur Radio Club

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

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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.

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 continued on next page

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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 and offer the goods free to the community. The Clothes Closet is located at Middle Burnt Fork and ALC way. It is open for shopping and for donations Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. The Clothes Closet is especially in need of household goods and clothing. For questions about donations or directions call Gail Fisher at 777-5694 or Molly Hackett at 961-4614.

Family 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

Wednesday, May 29, 2019 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.

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.

Suicide support group

Course in Miracles Study 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.

Acoustic Jam

An acoustic music jam sponsored by the Bitterroot School of Music is held the 4th Tuesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. at Rooted Music located at 100 Skeels Street, Suite A in Hamilton. All acoustic instruments are welcome as is anyone who would like to sing or just come and enjoy the music. For info contact Rooted Music at 406-363-5491.

Drum Circle

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

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.

Quantum Group

Family History Libraries

MomLife

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

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

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

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 2, 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.

Socrates Cafe

Socrates Café takes place every other Tuesday evening (June 11) 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.

Laundry Love

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 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.

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 Farmers Market

A farmers market will be held every Wednesday June 5th through September 25th from 4 to 6 p.m. on the lawn of The O’Hara Commons, 111 S. 4th, Hamilton. Local growers, fresh produce, honey, baked goods, ferments, dairy and other local edibles. Each week features a tasting focusing on seasonal produce. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Double SNAP Dollars are welcome. For information: info@theoharacommons.org; website: https://www.theoharacommons.org/

Bike, Walk, Roll & Win

The 3rd annual Bike, Walk, Roll & Win takes place May 1 through June 30. Free to participate in this health-focused incentive program. This challenge

is geared to encourage any adult (18+) to engage in any form of physical activity – dance classes, hiking, biking, yoga, whatever! Every time someone completes some sort of physical activity in the boundaries of Ravalli County between May 1 – June 30, they can enter it into a drawing for prizes. The more you move, the more chances you can enter! Every time counts. Record it athttp://ravalli.msuextension.org/ healthandwellness.html OR complete a paper form at MSU/Ravalli Extension Office. Questions? Contact your MSU Extension office at 375.6611.

Wed, May 29 Climate impact presentation

“From Fishing to Farming: How Climate is Affecting the Bitterroot” will be presented on Wednesday, May 29th at 6 p.m. at the Corvallis Grange. Presenters Chris Clancy, Ed Snook, and Dan Huls will speak on changes in snowpack, runoff, and river flows, and discuss what these changes mean for farming and fisheries in the Bitterroot. This will be of interest to anglers, agricultural producers, and anyone else interested in learning more about how climate will affect fishing and agriculture in our community. Pizza and beer will be available. Brought to you by the Bitter Root Water Forum and Bitterroot Conservation District. For more information contact Katie Vennie at the Bitter Root Water Forum, 375-2272.

Thursday, May 30 Customer service training

Get ready for the tourism season by attending a free customer service training at Stevensville Main Street Association’s office, 102 B Main Street, on Thursday, May 30, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. This highly interactive workshop will prepare you and your staff to provide a positive, helpful and engaging experience before, during and after your interaction with the many customers new to your business and community. The workshop focuses on hosting visitors to Montana, with attention to helping you integrate exceptional customer service skills into all your customer relationships. This happens when you and your staff: start with a service mindset; know your business and our region; pay attention to detail and proactively serve the needs of your customers. This is a program of Flathead Community College, sponsored by of Glacier Country Montana and presented by Pam Gosink. Stevensville Main Street Association hosts the Bitterroot presentation as one of Montana’s regional Visitor Information Centers. If you or your staff are interested in attending, register by calling 777-3773. Space is limited.

Friday, May 31 Raptors of the Rockies

On Friday, 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. Stay tuned for more events at Lolo Pass Visitor Center this summer! Follow the visitor center on Facebook at bit. ly/FB-LPVC for updates, information, and weather conditions at Lolo Pass, or give them a call at (208) 942-3113.

Saturday, June 1 Lolo Farmers/ Craft Market

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is held every Saturday beginning June 1st from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lolo Community Center, 12345 Hwy 93 South. Farmers, crafters, artisans selling in a community venue. Come join in the fun!

Adventure Series

“Cardboard Cottages” is the topic of the free Saturday Adventure Series for kids on June 1st from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Ravalli County Museum, 205 Bedford, Hamilton. Kids can recycle little boxes by transforming them into brightly painted miniature cottages! Learn to reduce, re-use, and repurpose common consumer goods into fantastic works of art! For more information contact Lani at (831)521-0515.

Grow a Seed Saving Garden

An engaging, interactive workshop on saving seeds, designed with both the novice and seasoned gardener in mind will be held Saturday, June 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at O’Hara Commons, 111 S. 4th Street, Hamilton. Come learn how to get started, be successful, and why saving seeds is a gift to you, your family and your community! O’Hara is pleased to have presenter Robin Kelson, owner of the Good Seed Company, an heirloom seed company based in Whitefish that is dedicated to re-establishing the community practice of selecting, saving and sharing seeds for common use. An avid gardener, biochemist and attorney, Robin has a deep curiosity in human vitality and resiliency, and exploring patterns in nature. She believes quality seeds are central to human and community resiliency. More information at: info@theoharacommons.org

Saturday Bingo

Special Saturday Bingo will be held at Hamilton Senior Center on June 1st. Doors open at 12 noon. Bingo starts at 1 p.m. Paper cards will be used. Must be 18 to play. Free refreshments. Questions? Call Cathy, 375-9276. This will be the last Saturday bingo until October.

Sunday, June 2 Irish music jam

Traditional Irish music by local musicians can be heard the first Sunday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. at Wildwood Brewery, 4018 US Hwy 93 N in Stevensville. Call 777-2855 for more information.

Monday, June 3 Stevi school menu Monday: Breakfast - Eggfilled Bosco Breadsticks, fruit, milk; Lunch - Corn Dogs, BBQ beans, orange slices, bread & butter, milk Tuesday: Breakfast - Blueberry Waffles, fruit, milk; Lunch - Sun Butter & Jelly Uncrustable Sandwich, fresh carrots, apple slices, bread & butter, milk Wednesday (last day of school): Breakfast - Chocolate Muffins, fruit, milk; No lunch served.

Rotary Club

Andrew Killian, Marketing Executive at Cybernet 1, will discuss past, present, and future wireless needs in the Bitterroot Valley at the next meeting of the Hamilton Rotary Club, on Monday, June 3 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.

Tuesday, June 4 Fly Fishers of the Bitterroot The monthly meeting of FFB will be Tuesday, June 4 at BJ’S restaurant in Hamilton. Social hour is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. with cocktails and dinner optional. General meeting starts

Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 7 p.m. Speakers this month will be Taylor Scott and George Kesel. Taylor was born here and has fished all his life. He began guiding at 18 and got his outfitters license this spring. He is the owner of The Missoulian Angler Fly Shop located at 802 S. Higgins. George Kesel has been tying flies since 1973. He is a published magazine writer and his tied flies have appeared in seven books! They will be putting on an amazing program. If you are interested in fly fishing and meeting likeminded folks, call Daneel for more info, 961-0187.

Wednesday, June 5 Garden Club

National Garden Clubs Inc. has designated the week of June 2-8, 2019 as National Garden Week. On June 5, Stevensville Garden Club members will visit the MPG Ranch near Florence. MPG researchers specialize in restoration and ecology. They seek new ways to restore lands affected by invasive weeds, herbicide use and other management practices that create disturbances while protecting the lands for future generations. MPG works closely with local conservation groups and researchers to offer educational opportunities to students of all ages. From educational tours of the ranch, to teaching college courses in genetics and hiring interns, we seek to inspire and train the next generation of scientists to protect landscapes. Their mission is to promote conservation through restoration, research, education and information sharing. For more info contact Colleen at 273-3973.

their studios to visitors of all ages. The free Tour provides the unique opportunity to explore an artist’s workspace and learn more about their tools and sources of inspiration. And of course, to purchase the piece that calls to you and take home the story of the artwork and the experience of the studio as well. Join the Tour Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 7-9, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. For map and more information go to artistsalongthebitterroot.com.

Chocolate & Authors Event

The Friends of the Library’s 24th annual Chocolate and Authors fundraiser for the North Valley Public Library is Friday, June 7, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. This year’s fun theme is “Authors Hear a Who.” Come chat with almost 20 published authors, enjoy lus-

cious chocolates, and snack on a selection of healthy alternatives including cheeses, meats, veggies and crackers. Entry is a $5 donation and you have a chance to win a fun door prize. If you choose to purchase a book from one of the authors, they will be happy to autograph it for you. Raffle tickets are available at the Library desk, and on the night, with great prizes, generously donated by local businesses and our guest authors. We are fortunate that many local authors attend the event. The books are on a wide variety of genres and subjects from hiking to science, as well as children’s fiction, romances, westerns, fantasy and more. 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. 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.

Saturday, June 8 All Things Art Sale

biennial “Previously Appreciated Art Sale” on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bedford Building (City Hall next to Farmers Market), 223 S. 2nd Street, in Hamilton. The Bedford Building upstairs hall will be filled with new and previously appreciated art donations from generous supporters that includes a variety of styles, media and subject matter from which to choose, suiting even the experienced art buyer with sure to be treasures for everyone! A special “Local Artist Gallery” featuring beautiful creations donated by talented local artists will also add to the event this year. Don’t miss this opportunity to add to your home decor and support your local animal shelter at the same time! For more information contact Mary at dogmommary@ aol.com or (406) 642-3785.

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Doll Show

The Bitterroot Blizzard Doll Club invites you to attend the Missoula Doll, Toy, Teddy Bear & Miniature Show & Sale on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hilton Garden Inn, 3720 N. Reserve Street, Missoula. Admission $5.00, kids free, free parking. Food available on site. Find more info on DollShowUSA.com and print a $1.00 off admission coupon. Huge variety of items for sale: antique, vintage, modern, artist, OOAK, and collectible dolls, bears, toys, miniatures, clothing, furniture, accessories. Many handmade items. Fifty vendors from all over the West. Door prizes, helpers (raffle items), exhibits, and mini-seminars. For information contact Kay Schrader (weekends only) at 406-360-7214; email anytime schrader1501@ blackfoot.net.

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Hamilton takes third Florence takes 2nd It wasn’t quite the ending the Lady Bronc softball team wanted, but it really was more than anyone expected of the team. “To play Saturday morning of the state tournament and finish third when no one expected our team to advance this far,” said coach Dave Kearns. “It’s a good day.” Hamilton finished third in the Class A State softball tournament, after losing to Belgrade in the undefeated game and then Polson in the third place game. Belgrade went on to win the championship with the Lady Pirates finishing second. The Lady Broncs began their quest for hardware on Thursday when they opened against Ronan. As the No. 2 seed from the Southwest Conference, they matched up against Ronan, the No. 3 seed from the Northwest. The Lady Broncs came out swinging in the first inning and brought in six runs. Freshman Kiara Sherman was the pitcher for Ronan, having to step in after their regular starting pitcher, Macao Jackson, was injured Wednesday night. Even though Hamilton had the lead, the game was anything but easy. “It was a tough one,” according to Kearns. “I think they are all just tired. All my seniors came off the senior trip last night.

Hamilton’s Jorden Taggart went the distance at the State Class A Softball Tournament in Polson. Hamilton finished third. Jean Schurman photo. Their bus broke down and they didn’t get into the motel until about 11:30.” Jorden Taggart was in the pitcher’s circle and took the 9-7 win. But she said it wasn’t her best effort. In the top of the seventh inning, Hamilton had a four run lead but an overthrow allowed a couple of runners to score before the Lady Broncs ended the inning and the game with a 9-7 win. Sophia Doyle had three hits for Hamilton including a triple. Olivia Zepeda had a double and two RBIs. Phoebe Howard had a double and knocked in three runners. Abby Johnson hit twice with a double each time and had an RBI. Hamilton then advanced to the second round game where they took on Hardin, the No. 1 seed from the East. Kearns said Haley Kampka of Stevensville finished her high school career that although the first game was a with a home run. Jean Schurman photo.

They were poised to become back-to-back-to-back champions. They had the talent and the experience. After all, the seniors on the team have two state championships and a third place finish during their high school journey. But injuries had plagued the Lady Falcons the second half of the season and it was not known if their ace pitcher, Shannon Byrne, would be able to lead her team. She had sustained a high ankle sprain at the Frenchtown Invitational the last week in April and had been on crutches for the rest of the season, making only a brief appearance last week at the divisional tournament. But the senior is nothing if not determined and she wasn’t going to let her team down. Coach Rob Ralls said he wanted to save Byrne so she could pitch the later games but Conrad/Choteau got Florence in a bind and he put Byrne in for the save. Florence came through the bind and went on to take the 12-2 win with Byrne pitching. Kasidy Yeoman had three hits including two doubles. Kobi Wood, Natalie Dulac and Mackenzie Little all had RBIs in the

first round win. Next up for Florence was Huntley Project. The eastern Montana team was tough and handed Florence their first loss in a state tournament in two years. The final score was Huntley Project 6, Florence 2. The loss sent Florence to the consolation bracket where they had to battle back. First up was Cut Bank. Florence took only five innings to defeat the Wolves, 20-8. That win propelled Florence into their third game of the day, this time against Loyola. “Loyola was a tough game,” said Ralls. “They were kind of in the same boat with pitchers. We got six runs right off the bat.” But in the next inning, Loyola came back to score five runs. Ralls switched out pitchers and kept switching them until he was back to Byrne who closed out the game with 15 K’s in five innings. Danielle Zahn hit a grand slam homer to give Florence some breathing room and then hit another home run. Florence went on to win, 10-9. They advanced to play Plains/Hot Springs. Florence actually trailed by one run until the

fifth inning when Emily Kinnaman hit a home run. They continued to hit the ball and scored 10 runs in the inning. Florence went on to win, 12-2. But the championship game against Huntley Project didn’t go the way they wanted. Although they had a lead at one time and pushed the Red Devils several times, the Lady Falcons ran into pitching problems with Kasidy Yeoman replacing Kailee Kovatch and then Kovatch returning to the circle. In the process, Florence gave up three runs. They came back a couple more times but ultimately lost, 8-6, and finished in second place. “The girls battled all weekend,” said Ralls. “They went through the losers bracket and battled back. To end up second, that’s nothing to be ashamed of.” Ralls announced on Sunday that he will be stepping down as head coach. He said he just felt it was time for a new person to come on board. He has been the head coach for six or seven years, he wasn’t sure, and prior to that, he was an assistant coach for Florence.

tough game, he felt his team was relaxed and ready to play Hardin. This game came down to a pitcher’s duel between Taggart and Demi Uffekaman of Hardin. Taggart allowed only three hits in the game with one run in the 2-1 victory for the Lady Broncs. Taggart also had two hits including a double and two RBIs. “I was just like, I got to do this, I got to do this,” said Taggart the game progressed. “My team has had my back (this season), this is my time to get their back. I had a rough game last game and starting off strong was really important. I feel like I ended strong too. The first game kind of humbled me a little. I had to refocus.” Kearns said Taggart was not happy with her first game and that he told her that sometimes, it’s just about getting through. He went on to say Hardin is a tough team

that throws hard and has great players. “We made great plays” he concluded. Hamilton advanced to the undefeated semifinals on Friday where they met up with the hometown Polson team. Taggart was again the pitcher and Katelyne Druyvestein was the pitcher for Polson. Polson scored a run in the first inning but that was the only run they made. Taggart held them to only four hits in the game. Hamilton tied the game in the second inning When Olivia Zepeda hit a double to score Madison Johnson. They then took the lead in the bottom of the sixth inning on an error. Johnson had two hits including a double. Maggie Ringer and Olivia Zepeda each had a hit as well. Haley Frey had an RBI and so did Zepeda. Hamilton advanced to the undefeated final against Belgrade

on Saturday morning. Belgrade was the two-time state champion and brought a very experienced, tough team while going for their third championship. Their pitcher, Erin Elgas, is one of the toughest in the state. She held the Lady Broncs to five hits in the 10-3 loss, a statistic that Kearns was happy with. “Belgrade is a good team and I thought we hit them very well,” he said. Hamilton didn’t score until the top of the fifth when Chantele Sisson crossed the plate after Howard hit a long ball to right field. But Hamilton couldn’t stop the bats of Belgrade. Olivia Cook hit a home run with two RBIs. Ellie Milesnick also had a home run and had two RBIs. Hamilton’s Doyle and Johnson also had RBIs.

three races. Bree Lewis was fifth in the 800, Hannah Martin was fifth in the 1,600 and Lili Day was third in the 3,200. Maureen Jessop finished her high school career with a third place finish in the 100 hurdles. Hannah Hutchison was third in the high jump and Kailen Herbstritt finished sixth in the pole vault. The 4x100 relay finished fourth. Hamilton’s Brynnli Poulson took first in the 800 with a time of 2:17.86. She was second in the 1,600 and in the 3,200. Bea Frissell of Polson won both the 1,600 and the 3,200. Katelyn Dickemore finished third in the discus with a throw of 123-11.50. She was fifth

in the shot put. Ashley Searle was sixth in the high jump. Stevensville’s Ashton Lewis finished second in the long jump with a leap of 17-05.25. Lewis was third in the 400 meter race and sixth in the 100. Hamilton’s Michael Graves finished first in the javelin with a throw of 184-11. Jacob Campbell finished second in the shot put with a throw of 56-01.5. Carter Hughes of Sidney won with a distance of 56-07. Campbell was third in the discus with a throw of 147-07. Hughes won that event also with a throw of 163-02.

Haldorson wins fourth championship When Calla Haldorson of Corvallis stepped onto the podium at the Class A State Track Meet in Laurel, she made history. Haldorson, a senior, became the first female in Montana to win the championship in the same event, the discus, four years in a row. As a freshman, she won with a throw of 129-05. In 2017, her throw of 147-11 won the event and was the longest throw in Class A this year. Last year, she had a throw of 14310. This year, she threw 147-07 to win the four-peat. This was almost 17 feet farther than second place. She also took sixth in the shot put.

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Above: Calla Haldorson of Corvallis keeps her eye on the sky during her throw for the state championship in the discus. Left: Casey Ehmann of Darby crosses the finish line in first place in the Class C 300 meter hurdles. Jennifer Burdette photo Jennifer Burdette photos. third overall. Whitefish won first and Dillon was second. Hamilton was fifth for the girls. Denali Smith of Corvallis took third in the javelin with a throw of 119-02. Angelica Street of Columbia Falls won with a throw of 156-11. Lainie Albright of Corvallis was sixth with a throw of 113-09. Smith took fourth in the shot put with a throw of 34-04. In the distance races, three Blue Devils placed in the

Hamilton’s Brynnli Poulson won the 800 meter race for Class A. Star file photo.

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Obituaries Peter C. Sacks

Corvallis - Peter C Sacks, 94, of Corvallis, rode into the sunset with rope in hand on May 20, 2019 from his home on Birch Creek where he lived for the past 71 years. Pete was born October 3, 1924 in Fort Lupton, CO to Kasper and Elizabeth Sacks. In 1929, they moved to Missoula, MT where the Family sharecropped sugar beets and milking cows for many years. By 1945, the Sacks family moved to the Bitterroot Valley to run the Fort Owen Ranch in Stevensville. Pete developed a love and feel for horses by this time and was training many colts for the public. In 1947, the family moved to Birch Creek, in Corvallis where they raised sugar beets, ran two cattle businesses and had other ranch properties. Pete married Viviette Seal in 1948. By 1952, Pete was roping calves and steers competitively in the PRCA, NRA and any local jackpot he could get to. During his lifetime, he won over 30 buckles, many saddles, not to mention winning his last buckle at 87 years old. In 2012, Pete was inducted into the Montana

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Missoula - Dave passed away on May 15, 2019, at St Patrick’s Hospital after an extended illness. He was born in Sheridan, WY on June 17, 1939, to Walter and Martha Strom. Dave had a life of many facets. He was a gymnast/tumbler at Missoula County High School. He graduated in 1958. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1958 to 1962. He was stationed both aboard ship and at Whidbey Island, WA. During his service, he received the National Defense Medal and the Navy Good Conduct Medal. He was an aviation electronics tech assigned to Heavy Attack Squadron VAH-4. Dave was a law enforcement officer with the U.S. Border Patrol, Bozeman Police Dept., Missoula Police Dept. (Sep.

1971 - Nov. 1975), and Missoula County Sheriff’s Office (Nov. 1975 - Oct. 1980). He was a member of the Crime Attack Team which was a proactive, anti-burglary unit established in 1978, jointly manned by MPD and MCSO officers. He was a self-taught, professional-grade photographer whose skills were utilized by MPD and MCSO for crime scene photography. He not only took the pictures, but also developed the film and printed the photographs. After leaving law enforcement, Dave was a private investigator, often working with the Public Defender’s office. He then became an appliance repairman, working for a number of entities, including Sears, Orv’s Appliances, and R&R Appliance Center. He

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roping his last calf at a local branding three weeks ago. He will always be remembered by friends and family as one of the wittiest cowboys around, which he held until the very end. When asked about his long cowboy career, Pete always said he’s “real lucky” and that he’s “real thankful.” He also said he “enjoyed every bit of it.” Pete’s family would like to thank Bitterroot In-Home Care Team for the amazing care they gave our uncle, and know that you made a difference in his life. Pete was preceded in death by his wife Viviette Seal Sacks, eight siblings and several nieces and nephews. Pete is survived by his trusty rope horse “Red” and many nieces and nephews. Private family interment will take place at the Maplewood Cemetery in Stevensville, MT. A Celebration of Pete’s Life

Ruth Mae Neisinger of Stevensville passed away on May 19, 2019. She was born on September 23, 1942 in Denver, Colorado. Our Mother She was sweet and kind as any Mother can be, She put her faith and trust in her whole family. She loved to visit and talk to someone, Her friends and family were her fun. She did with very little in her days. She worked tirelessly without praise.

will take place at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest donations be made in Pete’s name to the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center, 218 Third Avenue South, Suite C, Wolf Point MT 59201. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.whitesittfuneralhome.com.

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also worked with property management companies. After his full retirement, Dave stayed busy with house projects, fishing, and visiting with friends. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and supported organizations that defended the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Dave was a true American patriot who loved his country and God. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be held at the Western Montana State Veteran’s Cemetery, 1911 Tower Street, Missoula, MT (next to Big Sky High School) on Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at 2 p.m. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www. whitesittfuneralhome.com.

Nor how much she did in her lifetime for others. Her little home is vacant and her flowers fade away, Her favorite chair is empty and still today. The smile in her cheery voice is still forever now, But Mother, you’ll remain forever in our hearts somehow. A memorial service for Ruth will be held Wednesday, May 29 at 3 p.m. at Stevensville Baptist Church. Sunset Memorial Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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High Water Chronicles 2019, Vol. 2 Hamilton Yes, it’s still runoff. The river flirts with us, starts to come down, the eager warriors get their boats out and give it a shot, and then it comes up again. The wading anglers try to find some fishable water along the edges or in the sidechannels, and the river comes up again. No steady, predictable runoff this year. The fishing, for those who

Flyfishing with Chuck Stranahan know how, is good in spurts. Occasional dry fly action, on misplaced hatches of March Browns, or a few blue-winged olives, but nothing dependable. As for what the river will do in the next few days, who knows? We could see another handful of marginally fishable days, or it could be blown out until... when? When it’s been fishable lately, the best activity has been on nymphs: the usual suspects, including heavy #4 to #8 rubberlegs or something similar, trailed by a small food-form nymph or wet fly. Best patterns for those small flies: Hare’s Ears, Beadhead Princes, Bead-head Pheasant Tails, all in #12 or #14. Nothing unusual. Other flies that have been productive: Pink (or tan or deep red) San Juan Worms. Those worms have an edge if they’re beaded, especially if the bead is tungsten, and the worm will get down quicker. This year I tied some San Juan Worms on especially strong hooks, using fluorescent thread and anodized tungsten beads. Minor improvements, minor tweaks on the standard San Juans. But you know what? They tend to work better than the imports. Otherwise I wouldn’t bother. They’re more visible, with that fluoro thread and anodized bead, and they get down quicker - things that might improve your catch rate in low visibility runoff water.

Soft hackle flies during runoff? Another option, one that many anglers ignore, thinking they have to know a special technique to fish them, is soft hackles. These flies aren’t nymphs, strictly speaking, they’re wet flies. There is a specific technique identified with fishing them, but the flies are not limited to fishing with that technique to be effective. My friend Ron Falk, the master fly tyer whose flies appear in the early books by angling patriarch Doug Swisher, put it best: “Is there a wrong way to fish a soft hackle? Just throw it in the water.” If more people would simply do that, they’d get over their reluctance to fish them and catch more fish. Soft hackles are tied as the generic label suggests: the hackle collar at the front of the fly is made from a few wisps of a soft feather that seems to breathe or swim when the fly is moving in the current. That’s where their effectiveness lies: they look alive – they pulse and wiggle with just the slightest movement of the current. Trout will often use movement to sort food from non-food items. That’s what makes soft hackles especially productive during runoff. All sorts of stuff – organic debris and nymphs – gets washed loose from the bottom with high water. A trout can hold in the soft current along the edge and watch it all go by, and pick out the pieces that seem to be alive and look like food. Early in the season, you can fish a soft hackle in combination with a big stonefly nymph such as a rubberlegs. The big fly serves as a weight to get the smaller fly down toward the bottom. And the big fly is a fishing lure in its own right. The soft hackle may seem to be a tag-along at first, but there will be times when you’ll get more hits on the soft hackle. Why not increase your chances, maybe more than double them, by tying a soft hackle off the end of your rubberlegs? Two fly rigs during high water There are two basic ways to fish a small fly in combination with a big heavy nymph: one is to tie it about 18” off the bend of the bigger hook with a piece of 4X leader material. This works best if the smaller fly is only slightly weighted or totally unweighted – like a soft hackle. Another is to use the smaller fly as the dropper in a double nymph rig where the point, or bottom fly, is attached to the leader with a blood knot and the

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tag end is not trimmed off. The end that goes to the bigger fly is usually about two feet ling, and the tag end wants to be about half that. That is where you attach the dropper fly. You can fish this rig with or without an indicator as conditions indicate. If you use an indicator, everything from the indicator on down should be the same diameter, say about 3X tippet material, rather than tapered leader. That

tapered leader will buoy up in the water and introduce slack, keep your flies from sinking, and cost you strikes. If you’ve ever drifted roe or single eggs for trout or steelhead on conventional gear, you know how to handle a nymph rig without an indicator. Stay close to your work, and stay in contact with the flies. Cast (or lob) up-and across, and follow or lead the drift of the files with your rod lifted above the water. You can use two heavy flies with this setup, with the heavier one at the bottom. Today you can use a tippet ring, an ultra-small steel ring in place of the blood knot to attach your flies. Then you can say you’re Euro Nymphing. A final note: safety I get a lot of inquiries this time of year as to where to float. Usually I don’t know the rowing skills of the inquirer, so I’m cautious in my reply. I tell people not to overestimate their own abilities, or underestimate the danger. Either or a combination of both could be deadly. The river may look smooth but swift where they put in, leading to a deceptive sense of “I can handle that,” before a launch plummets them into a tangle of fallen trees and swift current in the unseen waters downstream. The risk can be deadly. Better to walk the banks, pick your spots, and fish the edges. The risk isn’t part of the reward. It’s just risk.

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With the loss, Hamilton had to play Polson again. The winner would advance to the championship game against Belgrade, the loser would take third place. Taggart was the pitcher again for Hamilton and Druyvestein pitched for Polson. The ground was wet from the downpour that hit Polson that morning which enabled lead off batter Doyle to lay down the perfect bunt and catch Polson off guard. With Doyle on first, Johnson stepped up to bat and was walked. Mikalyn Brickley popped out in right field but that allowed Doyle to get home for the run. But Polson was also very determined and focused. They scored two runs in the first inning and took the lead. Hamilton had a couple of chances to tie the game couldn’t connect. Polson went on to win, 6-2. Hamilton finished third. “People didn’t think we were going to make it to the state tournament,” said Doyle. “So it was really good to prove those all wrong. That was our goal to play

Bitterroot Star -- Page 11 on Saturday, and we did.” Stevensville also played at the state tournament. They opened against Columbia Falls and stuck with the WildKats before falling the bottom of the seventh inning, 4-3. Ashlin Hiller was the pitcher for the Yellowjackets. Although Stevensville didn’t have any errors, Hiller allowed eight hits in the game. Stevensville tied the game in the top of the seventh inning when Cassie Kopsa was walked. Kaylee Berning laid a bunt down the line to advance Kopsa. Syd Paul popped out for the second out but then Haley Kampka knocked a triple to score Kopsa and tie the game. But Columbia Falls hit a walk off single to win the game. The Yellowjackets took on Lewistown in their second game, the first round of the consolation round. Sarah Morrison was pitching for Stevensville. They had a three run lead going into the top of the seventh inning. Lewistown scored twice and had two runners on base with two outs when Hiller took over pitching for the save. Stevensville won, 4-3. Paul, Dani Trangmoe, and Taylor Springer all had doubles. Berning, Kampka and Hiller each had an RBI.

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Stevensville was in a must win situation as they took on Livingston in loser out action. Hiller was again pitching. Stevensville built up a 10-3 lead by the bottom of the fourth inning and then scored three more runs in the fifth inning. But Livingston came back to tie the game at 13 all in the seventh inning. Each team scored a run in the eighth inning but then Livingston scored twice more to win, 16-14, and eliminate Stevensville. Kampka finished her high school career with a home run and there RBIs. Trangmoe and Springer each had doubles. Springer had three RBIs and Hiller had two. Mikayla Newman, Maddie Sims and Kopsa also had RBIs.

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continued Colter Kirkland finished sixth in the 1,600 with a personal best time of 4:41.44. Levi Tayler of Laurel won with 4:33.37. Garrett Brown of Corvallis finished fourth in the shot put with a throw of 52-10.25. Will Flowers was third in the 3,200. Logan Lewis finished fifth in the triple jump with a leap of 42-08. Darby’s Casey Ehmann defended her state championship in the 300 meter hurdles with a time of 46.60, four-tenths of a second faster than second place. Ehmann was also third in the 100 hurdles. Donavan Chaffin of Darby had a personal best of 10:24.71 to finish fourth in the 3,200.

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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. MNAXLP 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

BS 5-15, 5-22, 5-29, 6-5-19. MNAXLP Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Nicole R. Anderson, Nicole R. Anderson, Petitioner Cause No. DV-19-169/3 Dept. No.: 2 NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Nicole Rainbo Anderson to Maeve Cole Anders. The hearing will be on May 16, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be on June 20, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Dated: May 14, 2019. /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court By: Amber Miles, Deputy Clerk of Court. BS 5-22, 5-29, 6-5, 6-12-19. MNAXLP

Dustin M. Chouinard David T. Markette Megan S. Winder! MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, P.C. 601 S. First Street P.O. Box 515 Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 363-1110 DustinC@mcpcattorneys.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of JAYNE CARMELITA BUSH WILLIAMS, a/k/a JAYNE C. WILLIAMS, Deceased. Probate No. DP 19-39 Dept. No. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Kalob James Williams, the Personal Representative, in care of MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, P.C., 601 S. First Street, P.O. Box 515, Hamilton, Montana 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Montana that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 30th day of April, 2019. /s/ Kalob James Williams MARKETTE & CHOUINARD, PC /s/ Dustin M. Chouinard Attorney for Personal Representative BS 5-22, 5-29, 6-5-19. MNAXLP

Karen E. Brooks 518 Blue Grouse Lane Stevensville MT 59870 Petitioner appearing without a lawyer Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Guardianship of Harley M. Galbraith, Karen Elizabeth Brooks, Petitioner Cause No. DV-19-14/4 NOTICE OF HEARING ON GUARDIANSHIP OF A MINOR CHILD This is notice that Petitioner has asked to become the guardian of a minor child. The hearing will be on June 20, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Dated: May 14, 2019. /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court By: Amber Miles, Deputy Clerk of Court. BS 5-29, 6-5, 6-12-19. MNAXLP REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS CONCRETE CULVERT The Ravalli County Board of Commissioners is soliciting Request for Proposal for concrete culvert to be delivered at the Road and Bridge Department at 244 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, MT. Proposals will be received by the Ravalli County Clerk and Recorder, 215 S. 4th Street, Suite C, (Second Floor) Hamilton, MT. 59840 until 4:00 p.m., MST, Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Proposals will then be opened by the Ravalli County Commissioners at 9:00 a.m. MST on Thursday, June 13, 2019 in the Commissioners Conference Room (Third Floor) at 215 S. 4th Street, Hamilton, MT. For a copy of the Full Request for Proposal and Specifications for the culverts, contact the Ravalli County Road & Bridge Department at 244 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, MT. during regular business hours or by calling 406-363-2733. For questions concerning the Request for Proposal process, contact Glenda Wiles at the Ravalli County Commissioners Office – 406-375-6500. Glenda M. Wiles Commissioners Administrative Assistant BS 5-22, 5-29-19. 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

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necessary under the provision of Section 20-9-161 (6), MCA; and WHEREAS, the anticipated source of financing the budget amendment expenditures shall be the Elementary building fund reserve; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of School District No. 2, Ravalli County, Montana will meet at 7:00 p.m. at Stevensville Music Center Choir Room on June 11, 2019, for the purpose of considering and adopting the budget amendment. BS 5-29, 6-5-19. MNAXLP BUDGET AMENDMENT RESOLUTION Stevensville Public School District #2, Ravalli County At a regular board meeting of the Board of Trustees of School District No. 2, Ravalli County, Montana, held on May 14, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. at the Stevensville Music Center Choir Room, the following resolution was introduced: WHEREAS, the trustees of School District No. 2, Ravalli County, Montana, have made a determination that as a result of an unforeseen need of the district that cannot be postponed until the next school year without affecting the educational functions of the district; and WHEREAS, the trustees have determined that an amendment to the High School building reserve fund budget in the amount of $11,246.38 is necessary under the provision of Section 20-9-161 (6), MCA; and WHEREAS, the anticipated source of financing the budget amendment expenditures shall be the High School building fund reserve; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Trustees of School District No. 2, Ravalli County, Montana will meet at 7:00 p.m. at Stevensville Music Center Choir Room on June 11, 2019, for the purpose of considering and adopting the budget amendment. BS 5-29, 6-5-19. MNAXLP ADVERTISEMENT REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Stevensville School District is soliciting qualifications from individu-

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PUBLIC NOTICE Town of Stevensville Notice is hereby given that a vacancy exists in the office of the Town Councilmember – Ward 2 created by the resignation of appointed Councilmember Jerry Phillips. The Town Council has taken action to re-open the position for applications. Town Council will appoint a Stevensville resident to fill the unexpired term of the position vacated on the Town Council. The term expires December 31, 2019. Qualifications to serve as a Town Council member are as follows: • Must be a citizen of the United States • Must be a Stevensville resident for at least 60 days • Must live in Ward 2 (the area is south of 5th Street and South of Central Avenue) Any qualified person interested in being considered for appointment to the position of Town Council may make an application to the Town of Stevensville. Applications are available online at www.townofstevensville.com and at Town Hall at 206 Buck Street Stevensville, MT 59870. Completed applications can be dropped off at Town Hall or mailed to PO Box 30, Stevensville, MT 59870. Applications must be received by 5:00 pm, Monday, June 3, 2019. For more information contact Town Hall at (406) 777-5271. Attest: Brandon E. Dewey, Mayor BS 5-29-19. MNAXLP

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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 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. 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. 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 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. 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.