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A Bitterroot welcome for pharmaceutical firm Another spoke in the bio-tech hub developing in Hamilton by Michael Howell Dr. Seth Lederman, CEO of Tonix, a pharmaceutical production company that is building a production facility in Hamilton, was given a Bitterroot welcome last week at a greeting ceremony sponsored by the Ravalli County Economic Development Authority (RCEDA). RCEDA Director Julie Foster gathered up representatives of all the key partners that have participated in making this move by Tonix possible for a question and answer session about the new development. Tonix is an eleven-year-old vaccine research and development company that currently employs 30 people at its facility in Massachusetts, but according to Lederman, the operation is growing rapidly and they expect to be hiring an additional 40 employees by next November. They also plan on hiring some employees for the planned facility in Hamilton
Dr. Seth Lederman, CEO of Tonix Pharmaceuticals, at the future site of a new facility in Hamilton. Lederman was in the valley last week to meet with local officials regarding the development. Photo by Michael Howell.
almost immediately and ramp it up as time goes by. Work on the Hamilton production facility itself has been waiting on the finalization of the City of Hamilton’s agreement to extend water and sewer to the facility which is located in the county just south of the RCEDA building on Old Corvallis Road. The land was sold to the company by the Bitterroot Stock Farm and sits in a relatively newly established Targeted Economic Development District (TEDD) that allows for tax increment financing for infrastructure development. Lederman explained that Tonix was a vaccine production company that has developed a novel production platform for making vaccines in general. Right now, he said, they are really focused on production of Covid-19 related vaccines, but the platform that they are using can be used in production of other vaccines as well for both infectious and noninfectious diseases. “We are in it for the long term,” said Lederman. “and it is not just about Covid. Even after the pandemic, we expect Covid to become endemic, meaning this is going to be around in humanity probably as long as humanity is on earth.” He also said “this won’t be the last pandemic or the last virus that we need to address. This is not the time to become See TONIX, page 11
Allen appointed Hamilton Downtown Association to Stevi council ready for post-pandemic engagement by Victoria Howell On June 28th, the Stevensville Town Council of two unanimously approved the appointment of Sydney Allen to fill the Ward 1 vacancy created by the resignation of Patrick Shourd. Allen was the only applicant. She had previously applied when Robin Holcomb resigned last December, but Paul Ludington was chosen at that time. So it was Ludington and Jaime Devlin who made the decision this time. Allen was immediately sworn in and took a seat at the table. The council also considered the Ward 2 vacancy created by the resignation of Dempsey Vick. There were two applicants, former mayor Jim Crews (who also previously served on the council), and Sue Devlin, the mother of council member Jaime Devlin. Jaime Devlin excused herself and left the room for the deliberation.
Ludington said that he didn’t think either applicant was a viable candidate. He said to appoint Devlin would be inappropriate and added, “There isn’t anything on the planet that would allow me to appoint Mr. Crews.” Later he said that he didn’t believe that Crews had anything to offer “other than obstruction.” The council of two (Ludington and Allen) voted unanimously to re-advertise the position for an additional two weeks. With Devlin back in the room, the council of three voted unanimously, on the advice of the Town’s attorney, to hire an investigator at $200 per hour to look into the matter of the mayor’s claim for legal fees incurred from his case against Leanna Rodabaugh during last year’s recall attempt. The Town originally paid the claim but the mayor subsequently paid the money back to the Town.
Sydney Allen is sworn in by Mayor Brandon Dewey to represent Ward 1 on the Stevensivlle Town Council. She is filling the position of Patrick Shourd who resigned for personal reasons. Photo by Victoria Howell.
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nice place to live.” While there is little doubt Montana native, that the Covid-19 pandemic Erin Steuer, is ready had impact upon business to see Hamilton and nationwide, the HDA is the surrounding area taking it in stride with as it emerges into a plans to capitalize on those post pandemic vigor. things that make Hamilton, The new Executive and the Bitterroot Valley a Director of the unique area. She says that Hamilton Downtown the most immediate goal for Association has only her and HDA membership recently taken the will be to, “Figure out (how) reins at HDA, but is no the Association can pool its stranger to Hamilton resources to support and or the Bitterroot bolster the activities and Valley. For nearly businesses that our members two years, she has run, and put their blood served as the Director sweat and tears into.” Steuer of Evergreen Kids also emphasizes that, a Corner in Hamilton, a return to normalcy will also Preschool that serves mean catching up on things Hamilton and the that may have changed since surrounding area. the onset of the pandemic. With her new position “In some ways we all as the Executive took a little hiatus during Director at the HDA, Covid. We are coming back she’ll be at the helm of into the community as a two area non-profits. reinvigorated enterprise Steuer mentions as well, and so we’re trying that both are, to figure out our new “stalwart community normal alongside all our organizations,” and members and business. The Erin Steuer, new Executive Director of the Hamilton Downtown Association. that she feels humbled Photo by Nathan Boddy. things that benefitted our to have both positions. businesses in the past may As an Executive have changed, so we’re going downtown based, and that membership Director, it will be Steuer’s goal to should be, “mutually beneficial” to all its to change right along with it.” “take the organization in a direction A first big challenge for Steuer will members. that collectively brings the members Following completion of her graduate be Daly Days on July on 30-31st. The together to try and reach a common event was cancelled last year, and degree from the University of Montana, goal.” Those goals, while defined therefore requires a bit more energy to Steuer moved to her husband’s by the diverse membership of the bring it back into the public awareness. hometown of Corvallis where they are Hamilton Downtown Association, Says Steuer, “Our challenge is reaching raising their son, Corvin. Originally need to include a community wide out to our venders and our community from Billings, she is happy to have approach. Says Steuer, “It’s not just an to let them know that we’re ready to made the transition further west. association for businesses. It really is come back and and have some fun. “There is a lot of opportunity here, a community effort, and a community Nonetheless, the new Executive Director with a community full of creative and based organization that helps downtown innovative people from all backgrounds says that she is, “really happy to be thrive.” The new Executive Director here and I’m really looking forward and walks of life,” says Steuer. “The is quick to mention that, not all the to meeting with our business and our diversity and enterprise that we can members of the Association are members.” bring into downtown makes it a really
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The City of Hamilton officially began work on a new Comprehensive Plan on Tuesday, June 21st. A steering committee comprised of 11 members, city staff and consultants from the firm, Logan Simpson, met to discuss the process of the new plan, which is expected to take approximately one year to complete. The kick-off meeting laid the foundation for the plan’s development, and took the first small steps toward defining what the City of Hamilton could be like in the year 2040. A comprehensive plan is a guiding document that projects future conditions within a city, and aims to encourage those outcomes that citizens and policy makers determine to be desirable. While essentially a plan of action, a comprehensive plan also takes stock of a community’s values, strongpoints and opportunities. When finalized and adopted, a comprehensive plan can serve as a valuable tool for decision makers and An informational table with printed materials at the Wednesday Farmer’s Market. community leaders well into the future. communities when many of its youth leave after The City of Hamilton has previously graduation. “If they don’t stay, and we just have used a ‘Growth Policy,’ but according to older people moving in, we really become an City Planner Matthew Rohrbach, the term unhealthy community. That’s what happening ‘Comprehensive Plan’ is a better fit. “Most in Montana. The young people leave, and when places use (the term) Comprehensive Plan we have just older people returning or moving because, I think the shift is looking more in, we have an imbalance.” comprehensively, long range as opposed to For the Comprehensive Plan to be just having a short-term lens on growth policy. considered a success, it will require thorough This document is more than just addressing input from community members. For this growth.” reason, the City of Hamilton will be using a The steering committee members took turns variety of methods to hear from its citizens. An at Tuesday’s meeting, discussing their thoughts outreach plan has been developed which will on what makes Hamilton a desirable location, make use of social media, printed materials, as well as their concerns. One recurring and stakeholder interviews. Additionally, a theme of the evening was an uncertain future, website has been developed specifically to aid partially exacerbated by a large influx of people following the Covid-19 pandemic. Victoria Clark in the development of the new plan, and can be expressed that concern by saying, “The problem found at: www.envisionhamilton.net. Visitors to that website are encouraged to engage in the with growth is that you can be a victim of your process through sharing of thoughts, photos own success. We’ve got to make sure we don’t and completion of a questionnaire. love it to death.” Although the Comprehensive Plan is still in Other concerns of many within the steering its ‘foundational’ stage, community members committee were the lack of housing within can expect to see information about the plan at Hamilton, and the pressing need to maintain farmers markets, on the City’s Facebook page, the city’s character. Both issues were neatly as well as future open houses to discuss the summarized by Jim Morton, who asked plan’s progress. the committee to consider what happens to
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Recently adopted resolution Hamilton City Council Please find below a letter sent to the Hamilton City Council. Dear Hamilton City Council, This letter is in reference to the resolution adopted at the City Council meeting on June 15, 2021. On the agenda for this meeting was the consideration of a policy defining clear guidelines for public art projects carried out on the pavement within Hamilton city limits. This policy was provided by the City Planner during the meeting on June 8th, at the request of the City Council. A vote to enact this policy was tabled in order to clarify additional details. However, at the subsequent meeting on June 15th, the City Council did not return to discussion of this policy as originally planned. Instead, without prior notice or indication on the agenda, a new resolution was put forward by a City Council Member. According to the resolution, the City does not allow any painting on public right-of-way pavement other than on standard traffic control devices and requires that any existing pavement painting be promptly removed at the City’s expense. A heated and prolific public comment session ensued, during which severe flaws in the resolution were highlighted by multiple members of the community. Nevertheless, the meeting ended with a rushed vote to impose the above restrictions. We strongly urge the City Council to rescind this hastily adopted resolution and reconsider the well-thought-out policy put together by the City Planner. We request this revocation for the following reasons: 1) The resolution was poorly conceived and did not consider functional painting on pavement for local businesses or key town activities, such as the farmer’s market. The amendment to address this oversight was not presented clearly to the public or the City Council. 2) The resolution appeared to be crafted in response to pressure from certain members of the crowd at the current and previous City Council meeting. Indeed, the sole justification given for the hurried adoption of the resolution was that the City Council had more pressing matters to address and could not get bogged down in extended debate over the painting of city crosswalks. 3) Overall, the meeting set a dangerous precedent suggesting that the City Council is susceptible to intimidation and undue influence. A clear “cause-andeffect” relationship is evident between the inflammatory, threatening public comments made on June 8th and 15th, and the subsequent speedy acceptance of the resolution without debate or thorough consideration of the ramifications. 4) This resolution will have a detrimental effect on art throughout the city. How will the new restrictions affect local beautification projects? What about the high school students’ tradition of memorializing the names of graduating seniors? Or any artwork for festivities like Daly Days or Apple Days? With one broad stroke, the resolution essentially strips the city of all present and future art. Let’s not forget that art brings people together. 5) This resolution also mandates that the removal of existing paint on pavement be completed at the City’s expense. Is this really an appropriate use of our tax dollars? 6) Finally, the vision statement of the Hamilton City Council specifically states that ‘Hamilton will remain a friendly safe place that values diversity and a spirit of community’. Enactment of the current resolution will directly hinder achievement of this goal. We simply ask that the City Council upholds and acts in accordance with its own mission and
values. For the above reasons, we suggest that the Hamilton City Council repeal the resolution in favor of the clear and well-considered policy proposed by the City Planner. The heated responses to the initial proposal of a Pride Crosswalk on both sides of the aisle highlight the need for open discussion and debate on diversity and inclusion within the City of Hamilton. We acknowledge the challenges faced by the City Council members, but we firmly believe that expedient measures rarely result in impactful solutions. Surely, we can agree that there are certain issues worthy of conflict and persistence in pursuit of positive societal change. Daniel Carrasco Frances Carrasco Laura Carrasco Jennifer Chase Audrey Chong Michele Craig Kathy Dexter Neeltje van Doremalen Rachel Feldman Andy Hughson Shelane Hughson Myndi Holbrook Jacqueline Leung Stacy Lewis Mary Marsh Brittany McKenzie Terry Moran Vincent Munster Sujatha Nair Vinod Nair Laura Tally Karin Peterson Julia Port Jyothi Purushotham Jonathan Schulz Cindi Schwartz John Schwartz Rick Thomas Tara Wehrly Brandi Williamson Holly Winfree Tom Winfree Emmie de Wit
Resign Due to the fact that Mayor Brandon Dewey used public funds to pay for his personal attorney fees ($12,020.20) in December 2020 and due to the fact that Town Treasurer Robert Underwood tried to bring it forward and Mayor Dewey covered it up until April 2021 and fired the Treasurer in June when it was discovered. The following Past Mayors, City Council members and Staff are demanding Mayor Dewey and remaining council members Devlin and Ludington to resign. The current Town Council became aware of this in April but did not act upon it. They have lost the public’s trust to serve the Town of Stevensville. Jim Crews Lewis Barnett Susan Evans Tom Brown Raymond Smith Stacie Barker Robin Turjan Holcomb Bob Michalson Jim Tadvick Sandy Holland Nancy Potter-Lowell
To Donna Gibney Can we stop this pseudo-conversation now? I will take your views on American history to heart when you have a PhD in the subject, like several of the people I consult and read regularly. Perhaps you will say, “Yeah, those colleges and universities are all Marxist.” And perhaps you will say, “Science doesn’t know everything.”
In both cases you will have missed the point: Everything is changing all the time and there’s nothing anyone can do about it. Education and science are both processes that never end as we develop different research techniques and the ability to look at things in new ways that were never possible before. It seems like the only thing that doesn’t change is that some people are so afraid of change and human growth that they bury their heads in the sand and choose what looks a lot like ignorance, intolerance, even hate. Change is always possible … also inevitable. Despite our differences, I wish you well. Mary Fahnestock-Thomas Hamilton
Why? Why a rainbow crosswalk? Why, something to segregate you from everyone else? Why do you feel you are different and deserve special treatment? Why do you need a symbol of Inclusion or empowerment, or affirmation? Do you feel it will help you overcome fear and self doubt? I’m here to tell you, the answer is “NO!” Will a symbol help reduce the suicide rate of the LGBTQ+ community? I’d say that answer is NO! Do you really believe that a symbol, that mimics God’s rainbow, that was made by a person is the thing you want to hold on to for inclusion, empowerment, and affirmation? Do you really think that a symbol will ease your fear and self doubt? Please give that some serious thought. If you are really searching for inclusion, empowerment and affirmation; if you struggle with self-doubt and fear, there is one person, and only one person to turn to to achieve those goals. Not just for a minute or a day or a week but forever, and that is Jesus! He’s the way, the truth and the life. Don’t just believe me, try it yourself. You are changed by the truth when you speak and live the truth. I’m sure you have heard about Jesus, but do you know Him? Do you have a relationship with Him? You probably have wondered about Him, but were to afraid to ask or didn’t know who to ask. Do you feel bound and shackled and don’t know where to turn? You can be set free, there is a way. I’m a team leader for Stand Together For Freedom, but first and foremost I’m a Christian and I know the power of truth, I know the authority and power Jesus returned to us at the cross. It’s much more powerful than a symbol and lasts forever. You are special, you have a purpose, just the same as everyone else. And, I can help you to know the truth and break the chains that bind you. I’m here to help. You can reach me at: thehelpzone@yahoo.com. Von Dailey Florence
Critical Race Theory Critical race theory is not just about learning history from a different perspective. It is part of a postmodernist project that rejects classical liberalism and has converted academia into a school for political activists. In their excellent book Cynical Theories: How Activist Scholarship Made Everything about Race, Gender, and Identity, Helen Pluckrose and James Lindsay explain that critical race theory is part of “Social Justice scholarship and activism” that has roots in radical leftist social theory, in particular the Critical Theory of the Frankfurt School, and then developed out of the postmodernist deconstruction of science, reason, religion, and capitalist economic systems. In addition to critical race theory, Social Justice scholarship includes postcolonial theory, queer theory, gender studies, fat studies, disability studies, and many critical anything studies. In the last ten years, the ideas of these theories and studies, especially critical race theory, have spread outside academia by scholar-activists and graduates and through social media and
activist journalism, capturing the mass media, Big Tech, the Democratic Party, and other major institutions as well as inspiring Black Lives Matter and Antifa. This has been called the “Great Awokening.” Specific to critical race theory are the ideas that all white people are inherently racist (e.g., “white privilege,” “white fragility,” “white complicity,” and Kendi’s redefinition of antiracism), that “systemic racism” and “white supremacy” are everywhere even in the absence of a single person with racist intentions or beliefs, and that “equity” requires equality of results because equality of opportunity is inadequate to remedy racial disparities. This latter idea means that racial discrimination (i.e., “affirmative action” and diversity quotas) is justified to achieve “equity.” Social Justice activists enforce these ideas through “cancel culture” and the suppression of speech that they disagree with (e.g., “hate speech is not free speech”). These pernicious ideas are the reason that Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen correctly opined that, in many instances, the use of “Critical Race Theory” and “antiracism” programming violates federal and state constitutional and statutory law. But that is not enough. These virulent ideas must be stopped from spreading at the national level if classical liberalism, the basis of American republicanism, is to survive. In particular danger are the principles of free speech, equality of opportunity, nondiscrimination, respect for the value of viewpoint diversity and honest debate, and respect for evidence and reason. Henry Fowler Stevensville
Satanic influence Oh my goodness! All those letters castigating those “hateful” Christians causes me to wonder if anyone remembers the story of Sodom & Gomorrah. There is still today brimstone on the remains of those two cities. Those who celebrate sexual perversity are certainly NOT Christians. God has laws and man has laws. Sometimes one must choose which are more important. Pray for those who are under the control of Satan. Frank Novotny Victor
Not impressed I recently attended the Hamilton City Council meeting that was held at the County Fairgrounds. It was eye-opening. The mayor began the meeting with a dictatorial warning that anyone violating the rules of the meeting would be removed. You could not speak out, clap, boo, or ask questions that you wanted to be answered. All you could do is “comment.” That alone should give Hamiltonians pause. “The city council was NOT there to answer questions,” said the mayor. If not…. why not? Isn’t that why they were elected? Listening to comments around me, it seems that many in the city are NOT happy with the mayor and council. It will be interesting to see which council members and if the mayor will be re-elected at the next election – NONE of them should be. Two issues that caused a lot of upset and to which the citizens did NOT get answers to their many questions about them were the increases in sewer and water costs, and the approval of a development that seemed to be or is owned by the Yellowstone Corporation. The major questions dealt with whether or not there would be CCR’s in the new mega-development area and how the development would affect the neighbors. One citizen asked if Yellowstone was trying to “own the town.” One lady whispered See LETTERS, page 10
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Unique art event to benefit Bitterroot Land Trust Professional artists from around the country will be coming to paint barns and rivers/streams on Bitter Root Land Trust properties the week of July 12. The best paintings will be exhibited for sale at Bitterroot Frames Fine Art in Victor with a percentage of sales designated for the Bitter Root Land Trust. These artists will be led by nationally known Utah artists, Kate Starling and Kathryn Stats, and Whitefish artist, Michele Usibelli. The Bitterroot River has long been a source of inspiration for hundreds of artists and this group has the fortunate experience of painting on some of the most scenic sections of the river along with many historic barns in the valley. To have these iconic places rendered by these talented artists is a rare treat. These artists come from as far away as the Carolinas, New
Mexico, Texas, Washington, and California. They will be painting alongside local artists Tracie Hubbard and Sherri Carter, as well as a few from Missoula and Bozeman. Local art advocate, Anne Brown, has organized this event to show the extent of great old barns set among the streams and tributaries of the Bitterroot River. “We are so fortunate in the valley to have beautiful scenes, iconic buildings, and the best fly-fishing waters,” said Brown. “While this is special, to have an organization like the Bitter Root Land Trust preserving this for future generations, we need to historically have them depicted in paintings as an important legacy to help the Trust continue its work.” The one night exhibition and sale will be held Thursday, July 15 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Bitterroot Frames Fine Art in Victor at 1047 N. Hwy 93.
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Psychology Today: The Real Estate Transaction he mind is a funny thing and it plays a huge role in the buying and selling of real estate. That is something that is often over looked by all parties of a transaction. It certainly plays into the deal and EVERYONE knows it; the buyer, the seller and the representing agents. Paint colors in a home, personal items on the wall and picked up and cleaned up homes for showings makes sense for the seller and has an impact on the buyer. Buyers are competing in an aggressive seller’s market and they are stressed over it. What if the representative that you chose to represent your interest in a real estate transaction has delved into what makes buyers and sellers tick? Good agents are occasionally born, great agents are trained and exceptional agents and brokers in real estate study. In the case of Craig Siphers, he and his team at C&C Real Estate Services consider the relationship between the client and the broker is THE
most important element of a transaction. Craig feels that the client should expect the very best in service and consideration and part of that is to know, as best he and the team can, the minds of all parties in a transaction. And study how they work. Knowing the other agents in the valley is critical. There are more than 200 real estate agents and brokers in the Bitterroot Valley. It makes sense to know and understand as many of them as you can. As a buyer or seller, there is nearly a 100% chance that some licensed real estate agent or broker is going to be on the other side of a deal with you. Would it not be to your advantage if your representing agent or broker had some insight on the agent’s personality? Additionally, if you knew how buyers and sellers thought based on clinical psychological studies, you might have some advantage in a real estate transaction.
CRAIG SIPHERS &CHAR SIPHERS BROKER
406-360-9108
Craig@EXITrealtybv.com
REALTOR®
406-788-1677
Char@EXITrealtybv.com
Craig has studied things like Curiosity Tendency, Confirmation Bias, Over Confidence Bias, Loss Aversion. Most agents and brokers would not recognize the name William Moulton Marston much less that in 1928 he published the book “Emotions of Normal People”, a gold mine of psychological insight into the human mind and how it works. Craig has also studied the principals of Chris Voss, former principal terrorist negotiator for the FBI.
Craig & Char
THE SIPHERS FAMILY
Serving Buyers & Sellers Since 1966
Issue 5 Vol. 1
Real Estate is an emotional event. You need to have a relationship with your agent/broker. Then you need to know they can perform. Since 1966 the Siphers family has been building relationships and performing for their clients. Now more than ever you need someone on your side and someone who has the experience, the knowledge, the strategy and the psychology to win on your behalf. Next time we will explore how being involved in the community makes the community a better place to live.
EXIT REALTY BITTERROOT VALLEY
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Stevensville cracking down on weeds, The BitterRoot Bus overgrown yards ahead of dry summer BitterRoot Bus offers curb to curb transportation service that’s available to the general public throughout Ravalli County. Rides need to be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
Looking to expand local service in the Stevensville and Florence areas. Local service is available Monday-Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm. Missoula bus service is available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Call 363-7484 to schedule your ride or for additional information. THE LORDS PRAYER Its a good prayer to pray everyday...
Our Father which art in Heaven hallowed be thine name We call Him Father, a term only His children by faith in Christ may rightly use. His name should be respected & revered. Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in Heaven We acknowledge God as ruler of the world and obey His will. His will shall be done perfectly when our Lord returns. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us of our debts as we forgive our debtors. Requests relating to our own needs include food for each day, forgiveness and help in temptation. Requires us not to hold things against others and not to deny God’s forgiveness. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Do not let us be tested so that we fall into sin; save us from the power of the evil one Satan. Attributes all Power and Glory to God forever through all eternal eternity...This part of the prayer should be evident in our lives each day as we seek to do God’s will on earth as His disciples. For thine is the kingdom & power & glory forever. When we leave this earth, we will go to Heaven (peace forever) or Hell (torment & pain forever) Think about that. Jesus is the only way to Heaven. If your not saved, say this prayer, if you mean it, your saved ... I confess with my mouth the Lord Jesus & believe in my heart that God has raised Him from the dead and He is alive. Praise God !!!!!!
This summer, the Town of Stevensville will be stepping up its efforts to keep Stevensville safe and looking good, by fining homeowners and businesses that let their grass and weeds get out of control. The Town of Stevensville has legal authority to fine a property owner who violates the grass and weed regulations and to mow or remove vegetation from the property. “We are going to be serious this summer about managing compliance of our grass and weeds rules,” says Mayor Brandon Dewey. Weeding out the overgrowth “Excessive vegetation growth is considered a public nuisance and a fire hazard,” says Dewey. “As conditions become excessively dry and we head into fire season, we’re increasingly concerned about community safety.” Stevensville Fire Chief Jeff Motley has been working with the Town’s administration to identify properties that have the most serious fire hazards. Those properties will be prioritized for notice and cleanup will be accelerated. The Stevensville Police Department
enforces the Town’s Nuisance Ordinance (SMC Chapter 14) that prohibits property owners, both commercial and residential, from allowing grass and weeds to grow more than eight inches high. If they fail to stick to that limit, the property owner can face fines up to $500. If the property is not cleaned up in seven days, the Town will send abatement workers to mow and remove the weeds, and the property owner is charged the cost of the work. Residents can help by reporting overgrown property. By calling Town Hall or emailing info@townofstevensville. com, any resident can file a report, and the Town will send a representative to review the situation. It is important to have the exact address of the property when filing a complaint. If an inspection identifies a violation, the Town will notify the owner of the property and give them seven business days to respond and comply with the notice. If there is no response, the city will do a second inspection before sending the abatement team to clean it up. Officials say that many property owners do comply with the notice. If they don’t, it can take
up to two weeks for the abatement team cleanup to happen. Getting ahead of your weeds In order to avoid the fine, property owners should make plans to hire help if they aren’t able to keep up with the weeds themselves. The Town considers excessive vegetation growth to include all rank vegetable growth of every kind and nature, including but not limited to, dandelions and all weeds known as Canadian Thistle, Scotch Bull Thistle, Russian Thistle, Sow Thistle, Quack Grass, Leafy Spurge, Field Bindweed, Russian Knapweed, Hoary Cress, Dodder, or any similar unwanted vegetation or grass over eight inches in height. It is not a one-time effort, and the Town will come back and fine homeowners again if weeds are not managed throughout the summer. Whether you hire landscape and garden companies or do it yourself, it is your responsibility to keep your property from becoming overgrown with weeds and high grasses. It’s the law, and it helps keep the community looking good and safe from fire hazards.
Keep bird feeders clean or put them away Dirty feeders spread disease
To prevent the spread of disease, such as salmonella, bird enthusiasts should consider either removing their bird feeders for the summer or cleaning the feeder regularly. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has received several phone calls recently about dead birds around feeders and birds with crusty eyes. Birds don’t need supplementary food in the summer. They typically eat
naturally occurring food, such as insects, during this time of year when they are nesting and rearing their young. If you suspect that you are seeing sick birds, or find dead birds around your feeders, please contact your local FWP office. Bird feeders should be removed in the event illness is observed. The ground under feeders should also be cleaned as droppings will contain the salmonella bacteria. Even when there is no sign of disease, feeders should be cleaned and disinfected at least every other week, or even weekly. Prevent overcrowding by spreading feeders out or using feeders that only allow a
few birds to visit at one time. Cleaning feeders • Clean your feeders with warm, soapy water. Disinfect with a 10 percent bleach solution to kill bacteria. Rinse the feeder and allow it to dry completely before using it again. Disinfect your birdbaths as well. • Clean your bird feeding area by washing all structures holding your feeders and raking the ground surrounding the feeders. • If you have observed sick or dead birds, do not reinstall your feeders for a few weeks. As birds begin to migrate and cease traveling in flocks, it will be okay to put
feeders back up. If you find a dead bird, place it in a double plastic bag. Please keep the bird in a cool location (such as a cooler) until you’ve contacted FWP. FWP may want samples for testing. Wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly afterwards. If you live in bear country, please consider placing feeders greater than 10 feet high, and more than 4 feet from nearby trees and bring them in at night or keep your feeders down for the active bear season. If bear activity is observed in the general vicinity of the feeder or your home, the feeder should be removed permanently.
Maintenance/Custodial Job Posting
Salary: $12.62-$14.83 (DOE) plus $2.00/hour Maintenance Work Open: Until Filled Contract: 260 days Shift: 10:00-7:00 pm or as assigned; 40 hour work week REPORTS TO: Superintendent ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: polishers, strippers. Performs unskilled and semiskilled duties in a variety of WORK ENVIRONMENT: trades. While performing the duties of this job, the employee reguKeeps plumbing and drainage systems clear and in working larly works inside and outside. The employee must be able order. to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The noise Maintains and operates the boilers. level in the work environment is usually moderate but can Performs painting, carpentry, and other maintenance du- be noisy, depending upon the task at hand. ties alone or as a member of a crew. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Does minor repair work on doors, windows, roofs, floors, While performing the duties of this job, the employee is and other building parts. frequently required to walk, stand, travel from one building Performs required custodial and grounds-care duties. to another, push heavy equipment, twist at neck and waist, Assembles furniture and other structures. reach, kneel. Specific vision abilities Makes minor adjustments and keeps equipment in good required by this job include close vision, distance vision, repair. depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May be Works with school administrators in scheduling and coor- required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds. dinating maintenance and repair of buildings, equipment, MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS: and other District property. While performing the duties of this job, the employee ofMaintains accurate and current records of maintenance op- ten performs routine work. The employee frequently exerations, including time spent, resources utilized, cost esti- ercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to anothmates, and total cost experienced by the District. er). Guidance and reinforcement are usually unavailable. Recommends repairs and refurbishing needs; prepares The employee frequently works within time constraints rough estimates of material and labor costs and work pro- and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee may cedures, coordinating with administration as appropriate. be involved in interactions which require oral and written Recommends new equipment purchases. communications. Keeps operational records and prepares routine reports The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, Assigned cleaning duties when needed. and mental/motor demands described within this job deOnly minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be scription are representative of those that must be met by required as given or assigned. an employee to successfully perform the essential functions DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to At least two years work experience in general maintenance, enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential building, and construction work is preferred but not re- functions. quired. A combination of training and experience which For those classified employees employed under a written provides the required level of knowledge and skill, which contract for a specified term, nothing contained in this would include a high school diploma or equivalent. job description shall create a property right beyond the Valid Montana driver’s license. specified duration of the employment contract. Knowledge of basic tools, equipment, terms, and practices Application Materials Needed: used in building maintenance and repair work. Knowledge 1. District classified application: https://www.lonerockof basic safety practices related to maintenance, grounds school.org/district-information/employment care, and custodial work. 2. Submit a letter of interest for the position to SuperintenKnowledge of common hand and power tool usage. dent/Principal: Robert DoBell Use tools, material, and equipment involved in general 3. Resume building maintenance work including painting, plumbing, 4. 3 Letters of Recommendation glass installation, etc. 5. Successful Applicants will need to be able to successfully Work from plans and specifications. pass a fingerprint FBI background check Plan and organize details of a work schedule efficiently. **Please send all application materials to Superintendent, Work effectively without close supervision. Robert DoBell: Maintain records and prepare reports, as required. Contact Information: Perform heavy physical labor. Robert DoBell, Superintendent Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Phone: 406-777-3314 Maintain cooperative working relationships with those con- Email: rdobell@lonerockschool.org tacted in the course of a workday. 1112 Three Mile Creek Rd. Ability to handle stressful situations. Stevensville, Montana 59870 Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities. The Lone Rock School District is an equal opportunity emEQUIPMENT USED: ployer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethHand and power tools, vehicles, large equipment, vacuum, nicity, religion, national origin, gender, disability, or age.
RISING NEO-TRADITIONAL COUNTRY MUSIC SENSATION CHANCEY WILLIAMS TO HEADLINE THE PHILIPSBURG, MONTANA ROTARY CLUB’S 11TH ANNUAL SUMMER CHARITY CONCERT & AUCTION, SATURDAY, AUGUST 21, 2021 Nashville, Tenn. -- The Philipsburg, Montana Rotary Club is proud to announce the lineup for the 11th Annual Summer Charity Concert & Auction. Rising neo-traditional country music sensation Chancey Williams is set to headline the event, following performances by Missoula-based band Shodown and modern outlaw country group Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts at the Philipsburg Outdoor Amphitheater at Winninghoff Park in Phillipsburg, Montana on Saturday, August 21, 2021. Tickets are now available for purchase at philipsburgconcert.com. with proceeds from the Concert Auction benefiting the Property Expansion for the Flint Creek Childcare to become a Full-Service DayCare Center. The event will kick off with gates with opening at 11:00 a.m. and a local band starting at noon in the beer garden. One-of-a-kind items will be auctioned off during intermissions, which will be posted on the website ahead of time. Country music’s authentic cowboy Chancey Williams will perform songs off his new album, 3rd Street, which debuted at no. 5 on iTunes Country Albums Chart when it released on May 22nd and features Rocky Mountain CMA Song of the Year, “Wyoming Wind” and Rocky Mountain CMA Musician of the Year fiddle player Brooke Latka. Produced by country music hitmaker Trent Willmon, the 13-track full-length album is sure to resonate with country music fans of all ages from the reminiscent throwback tune “College,” to upbeat anthems like “The World Needs More Cowboys” and “Fastest Gun in Town” to raw, stripped-down ballads like “Let It Go” and “Wyoming Wind.” Gritty two-stepping tracks “Outlaws” and “One More For the Road” are sure to get boots spinning out on the dance floor this summer. Purchase 3rd Street on iTunes or stream on Spotify.
Who: Chancey Williams, Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts and Shodown What: The Philipsburg, Montana Rotary Club’s 11th Annual Summer Charity Concert & Auction When: Saturday, August 21, 2021; Gates open at 11am Where: Philipsburg Outdoor Amphitheater at Winninghoff Tickets: $35 in advance and $45 at the gate; Tickets will be on sale soon at philipsburgconcert.com ***All Admission and Auction items proceeds benefits the Philipsburg Rotary Club area charities! ***
Modern Outlaw Country group Ryan Chrys & The Rough Cuts are based out Denver, Colorado. Ryan was born and raised in Philipsburg. Praised for their songwriting and known for their love of old country and blazing guitars, they bring forth new energy to music fans who love the heroes and outlaws like the legends of Waylon and Willie. The group has shared the stage with Dwight Yoakam, Shooter Jennings, Blackberry Smoke, The Marshal Tucker Band and more. Missoula-based band Shodown’s diverse play list blends bluegrass, western swing, traditional modern country and 70/80’s/90’s rock and roll. Shodown brings an entertaining and high energy performance to their family-friendly show. Follow Chancey Williams on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter ***PLEASE CONTACT HEATHER@LONESTARPR.COM TO SCHEDULE INTERVIEWS FOR PRE-COVERAGE OR ON-SITE COVERAGE FOR CHANCEY WILLIAMS! *** About Chancey Williams: Saddle bronc rider turned country singer-songwriter, Chancey Williams has gone from competing on horseback to performing on center stage at major rodeos. The only artist besides Chris LeDoux to both ride and perform on stage at the world’s largest outdoor rodeo, known as “The Daddy of ‘Em All,” Cheyenne Frontier Days, Williams is the next authentic cowboy of country music. Growing up on a ranch in the Cowboy State (Wyoming), Williams learned the cowboy-way-of-life from his father, and like his dad, Williams found himself a successful bronc rider, qualifying for the National High School Rodeo Finals, twice at the College National Finals and winning two rounds at Cheyenne Frontier Days. In May 2017, Chancey Williams and the Younger Brothers Band released their album, Rodeo Cold Beer, which debuted at #7 on iTunes Country Albums Chart and earned the #1 spot on Billboard’s Heatseekers Mountain Chart.
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Gamblers Anon
Gamblers Anonymous meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church, 411 S. 5th Street in Hamilton.
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.Call 406-802-7180 for more information.
Family Shelter
The Family Shelter of the Bitterroot is dedicated to helping homeless and needy families in the Bitterroot Valley. If you are interested in helping or need help, call Gary Locke for more information, 239-8833.
Stevensville Al-Anon
Stevensville Al-Anon will meet on Monday, July 5 at 7:30 in the library of the Stevensville United Methodist Church, 216 College. Meetings will continue on the first Monday of the month until further notice. Anyone who has been affected by the disease of alcoholism in a family member or friend is welcome. For more info call Hazel at 239-0878.
Three Mile Coffee
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.
BitterRodders Cars
BitterRodders Car Club meets the first Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. at BJ’s Restaurant, 900 N. 1st in Hamilton. Everyone welcome. For more information call 961-3136.
Divorce Care
Divorce Care is a free class/support group for those needing support, hope, and healing during and after divorce. Divorce Care meets at Hamilton Assembly of God every Wednesday evening at 6:30 starting February 3 through April
29. Anyone can join at any time. Please see Divorcecare.org for more information.
Start 6:30 p.m.
Soul Suppers
Soul Suppers in Stevensville Served Every Wednesday! Free home cooked carry out meals with a message served every Wed.evening at 6 p.m. 101 Church St. Stevensville. For more information, contact Corey at 406) 214-8708.
Victor Senior Center
Serving meals at the Center Monday Wednesday and Friday at 11:30 a.m. You can still order and pickup meals to go on Monday from 11 to 11:30 a.m. Bridge every Tuesday at 1 p.m. Bingo every Tuesday at 6 p.m. Pokeno 2nd and 4th Friday at 1 p.m. For info or to volunteer call 642-3320.
Hamiton Senior Center
Hamilton Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
203 Main St. Stevensville • 777-0028
We are up and running again. New location. We meet 3rd Monday of the month. At 1:00 pm. We will be meeting at the Corvallis United Methodist Church (youth center) to the east of the church. Located on the corner of Corvallis Cemetery Rd. and Eastside Heat. Big white church. Any questions please call me. Ginny Wigen, coordinator HPDSG. 406-544-9186.
Worship at 11:00 a.m. In this Church there shall be no outcasts.
St. Mary’s Parish Mass
Join us for Mass every Saturday at 5 p.m. and Sunday at 11 a.m. (currently NO Mass scheduled for St. Joseph’s in Florence).
The Victor Heritage Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. through Labor Day. The Museum is in downtown Victor on the corner of Main Street and Blake Street. Contact the Musuem at 406-642-3997; victormuseum@cybernet1.com; or Suzanne at 406-363-3165.
Summer Concert Series
Hamilton Golden Age Club
Pinochle, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 1 p.m., $2. No food please. Coffee provided. Light exercise on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 to 10 a.m. There is $.25 charge per person. The hall is locatedl at 527 South Fifth street in Hamilton from
Stevensville Senior Center
Stevenville Senior Center is now serving meals at the Center Monday thru Friday at 11:30 am. You can still pick up your weekly meals on Monday at 11 am to 11:30 am Coffee Club at 8:00 am M-F Exercise 10:00 am Tuesday and Thursday Quilters the second Tuesday of each month 6:00 pm Pinochle Saturdays at 7 pm Afternoon Pinochle Fridays 12:15 pm Bridge Mondays at 12:15 pm
Sapphire Quilt Club
2nd Tuesday of each month, Senior Citizens Center, Stevensville. Doors open 6 p.m.
Soil Grazing Workshop
Workshops on August 13 & 20 to design and 3D print RPG Mini Figurines. spectrUM Summer of Science at the Library – Thursdays, July 8, & August 19, 10:30 am-12:30 pm The University of Montana spectrUM Discovery Area and the Bitterroot STEAM Advisory Group have teamed up with libraries and community organizations throughout the Bitterroot to share exhibits and activities that explore problem solving all summer long. How can you be a problem solver? Stop by North Valley Public Library on Thursdays June 17, July 8, & August 19 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm for free, hands-on activities and exhibits. Registration is REQUIRED. Sign up on the Library’s events calendar, via the website, stop by the Library, or give us a call at 406-7775061. We thank you in advance for also following social distancing guidelines when attending events. All ages. North Valley Public Library is located at 208 Main Street Stevensville. For more information visit northvalleylibrary.org, on Facebook or Instagram, or give us a call at 406.777.5061.
Victor Heritage Museum
Now open for lunch Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Served from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Canasta (Hand and Foot), 1st & 3rd Mondays, 12:30 Cribbage: Hamilton Senior Center, 2nd and 4th Mondays, 12:30 p.m. Bring your favorite board. Pinochle: Hamilton Senior Center, every Friday, 1:00 p.m. $2 charge.
During the evening, there will be music for everyone’s enjoyment and a raffle. Enjoy the evening and have fun with family and friends! This event is free and open to everyone. Location of the picnic and fireworks show: Florence Community Park, 5514 Florence Carlton Loop in Florence. Additional information available at: www.florencefire.us
ST. STEPHENS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Join us for a Summer Concert Series in Stevensville of LIVE professional performances. July 9: A Grand Night for Singing (Outdoors), and August 13: The Joys of Chamber Music with a special performance from UM Music School Faculty (Indoors). Open to everyone, bring your family and friends, and for the outdoor venues, a lawn chair and your snacks. Music begins at 7:00 PM at The United Methodist Church, 216 College Street, Stevensville. The events are free. Any goodwill donations will support the Sapphire Early Learning Center opening in the fall.
A soil grazing workshop with Jim Gerrish will take place July 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come join our next Building a Stronger Bitterroot event with special guest and soil grazing expert Jim Gerrish followed by a community BBQ! In this three hour workshop, Jim will teach us about how to understand and manage four key ecosystem processes to regenerate healthy soils and landscapes. He will teach us how to: effectively manage grazing to capture more solar energy; improve water cycle function; create effective mineral cycling, and nurture biodiversity on your farm or ranch He will also explain why managing time rather than just space is critical to effective grazing management. We will begin the workshop with a 1-hour classroom session to explain the basic principles of Management Intensive Grazing. The remainder of the morning (approximately 2 hours) will be spent as a ‘pasture-walk’ format to observe and explore the four ecosystem processes in action. Please dress for being in the elements and taking a walk. Suggested Donation for Speaker Fee & BBQ: $25 (no one will be turned away for lack of funds) See you July 3rd! The Building A Stronger Bitterroot initiative is a way for us to gather as community, share knowledge, build our collective capacity, and move our valley forward toward a more resilient future. -Bristol, Cobey, and Laura- the Building A Stronger Bitterroot Team Register at https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/ building-a-stronger-bitterrootsoil-grazing-workshop-with-jimgerrish-tickets-151745056549
Christian Festival
Montana Christian Festival 2021 “Living in God’s Creation” will take place July 1-July 4. This outdoor family Christian festival is open to anyone who would like to enjoy a weekend of Christian study, an abundance of live music, outdoor activities, good food and fellowship with Christians from all around the country. We invite you to unplug from the cares of the world and join us at beautiful Lubrecht Experimental Forest in Greenough, MT where you can enjoy the beauty and serenity of God’s magnificent creation as we delve into “Living in God’s Creation.” To learn more and to register go to: www.montanachristianfestival.com
North Valley Public Library events
Summer Maker Kits for Kids – 2nd & 4th weeks of each month starting in June Register every other week for a different science experiment, art/craft project, or a maker activity. Please register for each week you wish to receive a kit on the Library’s Events Calendar, via the website. Pick up your kits on Mondays or Tuesdays during the Library’s open hours. Kits will be tailored for age groups ranging from 2-11. Teen Workshop, Making Manga/Zines– July 9, 16, & 23, 2 pm-4:30 pm Zines are self-published pamphlets or booklets and manga (from the Japanese word) are a style of graphic novels. In this . workshop, you will choose what you’d like to create and we’ll discuss how to style your zine/manga, writing a storyboard/finding material, and then work on putting it all together. Please register on the Library’s Events Calendar, via the website. Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Ages 12-18. Join additional Teen
Stevensville Garden Club
Summer Meal Program
A free summer meal program is available for pick up every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12 noon throughout the summer at the Stevensville Masonic Lodge, corner of E. 3rd and Church. Ths is available to any child, ages 0-18. Enrollment in Stevensville schools is not required. Pick up a week’s worth of food for breakfast and lunch, including milk and fresh fruit.
Florence 4th event
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The Florence Volunteer Fire Department would like to announce their annual July 4th aerial fireworks show, Sunday, July 4th, starting at approximately 10:20 pm. Please bring your own special picinic and enjoy the evening.
Hamilton School District board meeting
Regular Board Meeting Tuesday – July 13, 2021 6:30 p.m. – Washington Elementary – Room 13 The Board will be conducting this meeting with live participation. In addition to meeting in person, the District will broadcast the meeting via ZOOM and LIVE on the HSD#3 Facebook page. Limited space for public attendance will be provided. Please be prepared to wear face masks and/or social distance as requested. You are encouraged to join the meeting at:https://www. facebook.com/HamiltonSchoolDistrict3
‘Returning to the Ancient Path’
RV Outreach Tour Ravalli county Fairgrounds 100 OldCCorvallis Road, Hamilton July 2-4 July 2 - 7:30pm July 3 - 11, 3 and 7:30pm July 4 - 11am At the north end of the fairgrounds
North Valley Pachyderms
On Wednesday, July 7, at 1pm the Stevensville Garden Club will meet at the Kootenai Creek Clubhouse, 43 Clubhouse Way. Floral-Horticulture Superintendent Heidi Tosini and Agriculture Superintendent Pat Miller of the Ravalli County Fair will update members on entering exhibits online, dates to bring items or designs, and other topics of interest. Please call Colleen at 273-3973 for more info.
The Bitterroot North Valley Pachyderm Club will meet Friday, July 2, 2021 at noon at The Frontier Cafe; HWY 93 in Stevensville. Our guest speaker will be State Senator Jason Ellsworth. The North Valley Pachyderm Club meets the first and third Friday of each month from noon to 1 P.M. The North Valley Pachyderm Club is an educational arm of the Republican Party. All are welcome.
Lutheran Preschool registration
Addiction screenings
Our Savior Lutheran Preschool of Stevensville announces classes will begin starting September 7 for three-year-old’s and September 8 for four’s. Parents of children three- or four-yearsold by September 10 may call Joyce Andrade at 369-2536 to register. They may also call the Church at 777-5625 MondayThursday mornings for more information.
July
Our Savior’s early childhood program is designed to develop socialization and basic skills in boys and girls, ages three through five. Games, songs, books, playtime, projects, and activities, promote skills, relationships, and a hunger for learning. The children interact with new people and new activities that lead to being ready for kindergarten. Best of all, they will find what they are craving—new experiences, new ideas and new friends. Our Savior, affiliated with the Lutheran Church––Missouri Synod, is located at 184 Pine Hollow Road, south of Stevensville off the Eastside Highway. Proceeding past Burnt Fork Market and beyond Burnt Fork Veterinary Clinic, at the curve turn east onto Pine Hollow Road. Cross the tracks and the canal, and Our Savior will be on your left, marked by three crosses.
If you or a loved one is struggling with substance abuse, take the first step towards overcoming addiction. Call today for free screenings or referrals. 1-800-431-1754 For more information visit: https://www.narcononnewliferetreat.org/blog/five-shockingfacts-about-xanax.html
2021 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL – BITTERROOT VALLEY
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DATES
June 14-18
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9am - Noon
INFO / CONTACT
Hamilton Assembly of God Theme: Who is Jesus? -– FREE th grade -- Every child meets in large group to worship Jesus and learn 601 W. Main St, Hamilton Ages: 3 years to 6 about the Gospel, then picks 2 mini-course small group classes to learn new skills. New skills are presented to parents on the last day of VBS. Register: Contact Pastor Craig or Carrie Nellis (363-2310) www.hamiltonag.org
June 21-26
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Robert Lutzenhiser Stevensville - Robert Lutzenhiser, 70, passed away at his home in Stevensville on Sunday, June 20, 2021. He was born on June 22, 1950 in Great Falls, MT to Loren and Laura Lutzenhiser. He graduated high school and completed 6 years of college. He was married 37 years to the love of his life Kate Lutzenhiser (Carper). Robert was the owner and artist at the local jewelry store Lutzenhiser Jewelry in Stevensville. He is preceded in death by his mother and father. He is survived by his wife
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Chris E. Bankston Corvallis - Chris E. Bankston, 73, passed away early in the morning, Saturday, June 26, 2021, at the Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital in Hamilton. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www. brothersmortuary.com
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LETTERS continued from page four that we should check the bank accounts of the council members – have they been paid off to rubber-stamp what Yellowstone wants? It was clear that the council does NOT seem to want to listen to or respond to the citizens who elected them, nor would they engage in explaining to the citizens why there is a HUGE surplus in the budget for water and sewer. A weak reply as to “needing it for the future,” was made by the mayor. However, a CPA by the name of Hulse (?) came to the mike to shoot down the mayor’s response. He made the council and mayor look foolish and dishonest in their actions. The question was also raised about using the money to repair the streets and the mayor again gave a weak response that money could not be transferred from one account to the other. The crowd did NOT like that answer which was totally unsatisfactory and they showed it with their response, ignoring the mayor’s “order” to be “quiet.” The Hamilton City Council and Mayor should be replaced by the individuals who spoke at the meeting on various topics. All had questions that would not be answered by the council or mayor and that makes the city officials suspect as to why not. Those citizen speakers have the “good of Hamilton” in mind as opposed to the current council and mayor who do not seem to have the same attitude. They were not impressive as a group. The descriptive words, “ineffective and question dodgers” come to mind. Helen Sabin Corvallis
Time for Tester to go S.1, the liberal elections bill was defeated yesterday in the US Senate. That is good news for Montana and really good news for the nation as the Constitution gives the states a role to play in elections, as it should be. It is also good for Montana that the bill failed as it showed all of us where our two US Senators stand. Senator Dianes voted “No” and Senator Tester voted “Yes.” Senator Tester’s “yes” vote should be the beginning of the campaign to finally replace him as Montana Senator. He has revealed himself as following the Biden/Harris agenda when he should be voting on behalf of Montanans. Besides Montana having an election for the new US House seat we should also begin the process of replacing Jon Tester. Conservative Republicans, and preferably veterans, should start lining up to be a new Montana US Senator. That is good news for our state and about time. Gary K. Carlson Retired Marine Corps LTCOL Corvallis
Can we learn to thrive? I’m the one that asked all of us to upgrade our thinking. As I read the letters to the editor (mostly the only thing I read in newspapers anymore), I get a sense of what matters to you, what triggers you, and what you are thinking or not thinking. My sense is that we are having the wrong conversations. We are asking the wrong questions. We are distracted!! Distractions come in many forms and happen all the time. I get distracted regularly. Shiny things, etc. I’ve been in the valley only ten years but feel as though I know the place and the people somehow. It feels like a mix of rural folks with a settled heritage, the Pinesdale bunch with their stuff, retirees, veterans, strongly opinionated Christian conservatives and strongly opinionated liberals on the other side, and some that don’t fit any of this. As I’ve gotten to know people from all of these walks of life and listen to the opinions in the letters, I wonder what matters beyond the differences, the conflict, and the complaints. What are we missing? What are the right conversations? the right questions? What matters most in the end of it all? I facilitated Socrates Cafe for over 5 years in Hamilton and hosted or co-hosted several community meetings to discuss and work on a variety of themes. Trying to convince others, fighting others, and playing the “King of the Mountain’’ game is no longer helpful or workable. I know this is a sacred cow; however, it’s an old game that has run its course; and yet, we play it anyway. Doing the same thing expecting different results. If NOT the “King of the Mountain” game, then what next? As we step away from the insanity of it all, the old out-datedness of it all, and the distractions that take us somewhere else, we see the vast possibility and potential of something new and vital and full of life! People are coming alive and creating solutions because the space on “the mountain” in the old game not only doesn’t make room for us but also does not allow creative, relevant, and timely
solutions. It’s stuck, it’s controlled, and it’s no longer helping humanity as a whole. We need an upgrade now! The next set of questions and conversations required to create something new include the following: What can you do, what’s your part in the new game? What makes you come alive? If you no longer complain and wait for others to change or solve the problem, what will you do to make life better? What could a thriving life and community look like, and what steps can you take to make that happen? The political system can never solve this for us! They will not miraculously save the day, even if your guys or gals or whoever are on top of the mountain. The reality is that we need to do something different or risk further insanity. We need to realize we are all in this together, with all of our particular quirks and opinions. M. Scott Peck said, “In genuine community there are no sides... Community-making is always an adventure. But we learn what is significantly new only through adventures.” To thrive as an individual in any thriving community, we need you to come alive, to discover what puts a smile on your face, and to do whatever you do best. Please upgrade your thinking and play this new game, this new adventure with us! It requires your individuality within an interconnected whole that reality is (not any sort of an overlord, just the richness of all of us and all of nature!). We can learn to thrive! Kris Bayer Hamilton
Electoral College important element Elliott Oppenheim wrote an excellent letter in the June 23 Star summarizing how democracies came to be and how our democracy is set up. I just want to clarify a couple of things about how we elect a president. Mr. Oppenheim writes “Our population is roughly 325 million and about half of the people could vote.” In the 2020 presidential election about 160 million people voted. Even though that was a record, it was still only twothirds of Americans who could have voted. Approximately 240 million Americans are eligible to vote. Here’s another way to look at it: in the 2020 presidential election less than onethird of eligible voters voted for Trump, more than one-third voted for Biden, and just about one-third DID NOT VOTE. The way we choose a president in the U.S. is a bit unusual in that we use the Electoral College to pick the winner. Each state gets a number of Electoral votes based on its population. In most states, a candidate wins all the Electoral votes of that state if that candidate gets the most popular votes in that state. So it’s possible to become president even if you don’t get the most votes nationally. You just need the majority of Electoral votes. In fact, it’s theoretically possible to become president in the U.S. with just 25% of the popular vote! In 2000, Al Gore got 500,000 more popular votes that George W. Bush, but Bush won the election with 5 more Electoral votes than Gore. In 2016, Hillary Clinton got 3 million more votes that Donald Trump, but Trump won with 77 more Electoral votes than Clinton. There are lots of voting methods, and each has advantages and disadvantages. There is no such thing as a perfect voting method or a perfect democracy. I think Churchill said, “Democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the rest.” I can’t resist another of my favorite quotes comparing economic systems: “In capitalist countries, man exploits man. In communist countries, it’s the other way around.” There’s no perfect economic system either. John Bruder Florence
Help wanted, housing needed “Short staffed. It’s the new pandemic,” reads a sign at an Ennis restaurant. “We can’t hire employees,” business owners said repeatedly during a recent listening session at the Shovel & Spoon Restaurant in Sheridan. Business folks from Ennis, Sheridan, and Twin Cities took part. Madison County Democrats and the Montana Democratic Party sponsored the event. Now that our world is opening up from the COVID pandemic, Main Street businesses can’t meet the demand. “During the pandemic, it was panic buying, now it’s panic tourism,” said one. Ordinarily, ‘panic tourism’ would be a great thing for a business’s bottom line, but instead, it’s overwhelming. Businesses get job applicants, alright, many from out of state, but there’s no affordable place to live, so they turn down the jobs. One business had to buy property to house her employees, or else her family grocery would go under.
Another sign I saw said, “Help wanted, starting $15/hour, employee benefits.” As a legislator who has sponsored living wage bills for four legislative sessions, my first reaction to worker shortage has been to pay folks more. And in many cases, that’s true, but not all. Most of the small businesses we talked with pay nearly double or more than double minimum wage, some offer benefits. Folks want to work, and they need a place to live, to work. During the 2021 Legislative Session, Conservative Republicans sponsored a bill to prohibit local governments from requiring affordable housing known as ‘inclusionary zoning’. You read it right—prohibit affordable housing! The legislature did pass a good, bipartisan, tax credit bill for developers to build workforce housing. Sadly, our right wing Governor Greg Gianforte vetoed it, saying in his veto letter the state already gets federal tax credits and Section 8 funding. He failed to mention the long waiting list for Section 8 housing. We need state government to step up for Montanans. That’s the role of government. The Governor praised bad, land use bills passed by Republicans that would ease regulations that cut costs for developers. I don’t want affordable housing that risks public health and safety. As I write this, tragic news is breaking about the condo building collapse in Florida. Years of structural damage and officially ignored engineering recommendations look like the cause. Regulations protect people. Finally, the Governor said affordable housing credits would pose an unanticipated risk to fiscal stability. Listen friends—our state faces a much greater fiscal threat in stifled small businesses and lack of worker housing. This, when Republican tax bills gave the super wealthy and big, out of state corporations tax treats that reduce our state revenues by $100 million each biennium. One bill alone gives 80 percent of the tax cut to the top 20 percent of Montanans. I joined a full house of customers for lunch at the Shovel & Spoon. It was yummy. The owner said she could be open more hours and grow her business if she could get staff. Montana, we’re losing business that could be thriving because we don’t have workforce housing. Let’s build it, so we can get back to business. Only when we do, will Montana truly be open for business. Mary Ann Dunwell Helena Mary Ann Dunwell is a fourth term, Democratic state legislator, serving Montana’s House District 84 Helena/East Helena
What to the Conservative is Juneteenth? In theory there is nothing wrong with a celebration of emancipation. The freeing of the slaves was one of the great steps forward for this country, an end to the darkest chapter in American history. But we don’t live in theory. Our politics happens in practice, and in practice the vote that elevated “Juneteenth National Independence Day” to the status of a federal holiday is a disaster for those who hold that our country is good, our Constitution a great charter of liberty, and that the nation is to be commended for its progress on racial matters, not damned for its previous sins. Practically speaking, we live in a political environment where the Left is eagerly preaching the gospel of America’s evilness. They have commandeered school curriculums and corporate boardrooms in the service of the ideology of Critical Race Theory, whose core holding is that key constitutional features (e.g. due process of law) produce unequal outcomes, and are therefore the product of white supremacy. It further suggests that the racial progress most of us associate with the Civil Rights era is illusory or even counterproductive. The Left has the ability to create this reality because they occupy the commanding heights of American culture, controlling the academy, the press, the arts, most corporations, primary and secondary education, and the federal bureaucracy, the flag officer corps, and much else. And so in evaluating how to approach the question of Juneteenth, conservatives must grapple with the way things are, and what this combination of means and motive signifies for their position. Juneteenth will become the high holy day of the Left’s calendar, a Lenten repentance to Pride Month’s Easter celebration. It will serve as a day to recollect all of the gravest of America’s sins. There will be educational programs about the brutality of slavery, with no mention of the national agony of the Civil War or how the nation has struggled mightily to live up to its founding creed. There will be specials on the Tulsa Race Riot, the Birmingham Church Bombings. There will be retrospectives on George Floyd, Amaud Arbery, Michael Brown, and Trayvon Martin. The Left will put forward these things not because they are evil or because the events themselves are false or unimportant, but
because their current political project relies on the creation of a historical memory where America’s story is one long racist nightmare. No one is going to defund their police unless the police are tools of white supremacy. No one will radically overturn voting laws unless every ballot security measure is Jim Crow. No one will pay reparations unless the black experience in America today is as bad as it was during 1860. These scenarios are not conjecture. They are written in the words of the Democratic proponents of Juneteenth and their actions leading up to and after the enactment of the holiday. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said there was a direct connection between opposition to Critical Race Theory and opposition to Juneteenth, and thanked “Republican white men” for supporting her position. Secretary of Homeland Security Mayorkas tweeted on Juneteenth about the Department’s mission to achieve “equity,” Left-wing code for equality of outcome. There’s practically a book-length collection of floor statements and speeches from Democratic partisans announcing the unity of their program with their plans for the celebration of Juneteenth. In my own state, the Billings Gazette suggested I was sketching out a “liberal conspiracy to replace the Fourth of July.” Accompanying their coverage was a photo of a Juneteenth proponent with a shirt showing the date July 4th, 1776 and Juneteenth, 1865 below it. July 4th, 1776 was scratched out with red ink. Evanston, Illinois has cancelled its Fourth of July Parade, and replaced it with a Gay Pride parade and Juneteenth Parade. All this within a roughly four-day period. Conservatives have long lamented that, try as they might to win elections, the Left’s control of the culture of the American elite allows it to win victory after victory. We would do well to begin this fight early, or our successors will find themselves debating a reparations bill being brought forward on Juneteenth National Independence Day, 2031, and their opposition being successfully characterized as the same as George Wallace’s to desegregation or John C. Calhoun’s to abolition. U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale Glendive
Oncoming Western weather Go to this well liked, climate depiction site, from the University of Maine. Have a look at colorful graphics, of global, expected high temperature anomalies, at two meters above ground surface, for the next three, five, and ten, days. Look at Alaska. https://climatereanalyzer.org/ Select different global depictions like: • Average 2m Temperature • Average 2m Temperature Anomaly • Maximum 2m Temperature Go to this site to scan outlook maps of high temperature anomalies for the end of June. Be ready for a surprise: https://twitter.com/Weather_West/ status/1406296056577417216?s=19 More importantly, take a good look at the color coded map for early June 2020 actual drought conditions in the Western USA. Compare that map, to maps of observed drought conditions in the last five years, in the Western USA. https://www.nytimes.com/ interactive/2021/06/11/climate/californiawestern-drought-map.html How come this summer, the West may be so hot and dry? Part of the answer is that already warmed oceans are now absorbing less solar heat energy, while land masses, say in far Eastern Siberia, also in the American West, are absorbing more solar irradiance heat energy. For years, I’ve watched how high pressure over the hot Southwest desert pumps hot air flow here into the Bitterroot Valley. Could be, that this summer, more than the usual volume of windy, warm air from the Southwest will heat low lying forests West of Hamilton. You too may have observed that very large, expanding, high pressure areas, seem to divert, even block, on coming low pressure, moisture laden, systems. This year, will the wet monsoon Southwesterly flow that transports ocean moisture across Eastern Montana, even into Alberta, in July to mid September, be diverted by high temperature, high pressure cells? This year, will a warmed Arctic weaken the Aleutian low pressure systems that every winter, jointly serve to transport a tall column of water over the Northwestern USA? When will winter snow arrive this year, in sufficient amount to extinguish forest fires in Western USA? Perhaps this summer, USFS wildland fire managers will consider dialing back plans to let timber fires burn until first snowfall. Bob Williams Stevensville
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TONIX: expanding vaccine development locally continued from page 1
Foster for recognizing years ago the importance of complacent. It’s a time to charge getting a Targeted Economic ahead.” Development District in place Lederman said that to attract businesses. whether it was Covid or the “It’s a long-term next pandemic or some other investment for taxpayers,” infection, the platform they said Chilcott. “It’s expensive, are establishing can be used but it pays off in the long in the production of the term with money and jobs.” needed vaccines. He said the And, he added, “It couldn’t comp0any was attracted to have happened without the Bitterroot by the existence the City of Hamilton going of the world-renowned Rocky along.” Mountain Laboratories, a part Hamilton Mayor Dominic of the NIH’s National Institute Farrenkopf said the City of Allergy and Infectious was eager to participate, Diseases. Just down the road collaborate and cooperate in the other direction, he with the county and the said, is Glaxo-Smith Kline a private sector as well as production for the adjuvant the Bitterroot College used in making most vaccines. Ryan Oster, Chair of the Ravalli County Economic Development Authority board, Hamilton Mayor Dominic Farrenkopf, Dr. Seth Lederman, CEO of Tonix to make this kind of He said it was probably the responsible growth happen Pharmaceuticals, County Commissioner Greg Chilcott and Dr. Marshall Bloom, Associate Director of Rocky Mountain Lab, held a panel discussion only place in the country the Bitterroot. He said the about the benefits of their collaboration in economic development. Photo by Michael Howell. that they could find such an whole development has been advantageous place to build done with great care and the Bitterroot College offers the opportunity for intensive cooperation with other government a vaccine production facility. He said it was an deliberation to ensure it is the right kind of supplying well-trained staff. agencies, and private citizens to a remarkable incredible opportunity for collaboration. development. Bloom said the Tonix platform is based on degree. “If miracles exist,” said RML Associate Lederman said that the pandemic a replicating but harmless virus. He called it “We already have a great success story in Director Dr. Marshall Bloom, “vaccines are has disclosed both the strengths and the a novel and promising technology. He said, GSK,” said Oster. He recalled how the company certainly among them.” He said it was vaccines weaknesses in the United States’ preparedness “A variety of platforms offers the best defense was talking about closing up shop in Hamilton that helped address smallpox, polio, measles, to face such things. against a variety of viruses.” He said, “There are and how the town and the county, ala RCEDA, chicken pox, hepatitis, diphtheria, whooping “I am proud to be a leader, not just in a number of investigators at RML interested in got together to provide water and sewer service cough and tetanus. addressing Covid-19, but in addressing collaboration and opportunities abound.” and the company stayed on. He said it goes to “Vaccines have the potential to vanquish pandemics generally,” he said. “I am delighted Hamilton Chief of Police Ryan Oster, who show how investment in infrastructure can pay Covid-19 too,” said Bloom, “and the next to be here.” He said following the installation serves as Chairman of the Board of the RCEDA, off. serious pandemic is just around the corner.” of the water and sewer services this fall, the said that the community has been working County Commissioner Greg Chilcott agreed, He said outside of RML there were also other company hoped to break ground on the new towards the success of this venture for about 20 stating “infrastructure is always a problem.” institutions such as the University of Montana building by next summer. years and accomplished what they have through He praised RCEDA Executive Director Julie with its own stable of research scientists and
Bitterroot Forest welcomes visitors for 4th of July With the 4th of July right around the corner, the Bitterroot National Forest is a great place to get away from the noise of fireworks and enjoy your holiday. A few considerations will help ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment: • Fireworks are not permitted on all National Forests year-round. No fireworks of any kind may be discharged anywhere within the Bitterroot National Forest, regardless of weather conditions or holidays. Please leave them at home. Violations are punishable by a fine of up to $5,000 or six months in jail. Anyone who starts a wildfire can be held liable for suppression costs which can be substantial. • All campgrounds on the Forest are open and ready for visitors. Campgrounds fill up quickly. For a complete list of campgrounds and to determine if your favorite campground is one in which you can reserve a site, visit our website at www.fs.usda.gov/bitterroot and click on the Recreation/Cabins and Camping sections. • Campgrounds must be occupied the first night. Most campgrounds are first come, first served. Sites must be occupied the first night; no setting out chairs or coolers days before actually occupying the campsite. • Never leave a campfire unattended and make sure your coals are cool to the touch before you leave. Forecasts are for a hot and dry 4th of July and visitors need to be fire safe. One spark is all it takes to start a wildfire. Be prepared for changing weather • conditions including the potential for afternoon thunderstorms. Potentially dangerous heat wave • predicted through July 3rd; stay hydrated, stay in the shade, and monitor signs of heat-related illnesses. Expect heavier traffic than normal on • forest roads and trails over the holiday. Drive defensively and notify us of any downed trees or road damage so repairs can be made. Some
trails and roads may not be open at higher elevations due to snow, high water, washouts, or trees that have fallen. Please stay on the trails and roads and do not create new trails to get around hazards. Pack it In–Pack it Out is the best • practice for all of your garbage. • Be cautious around flowing waters and especially at creek crossings. The gate at Lost Horse Road #429 on the Darby/Sula Ranger District is open but please be advised that the road is rough (deep ruts & wash boarded), muddy in places, and not recommended for trailers or low clearance vehicles. Schumaker Campground and Bear Creek Pass are open, but with no services. A reminder for those heading to Lake Como, you will need a recreation pass for parking. Passes are $5/vehicle or $30 for a season pass and are available at all Forest Service offices, area retailers including Mr. T’s and People’s Market in Darby, Angler’s Roost, Lone Pine and Riverside Conoco, Town Pump South, and Bob Ward’s in Hamilton, and on-site at the recreation area. Day use fees and camping fees are charged at Lake Como from Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend. The fees are used for the operations and maintenance of the recreation area. Drinking water is available at Lake Como. There have been recent reports of bear activity at several campgrounds. With the arrival of summer, it’s important to secure all unattended food and attractants and always keep a clean camp. Keep tents and sleeping bags free of odors, avoid cooking smelly foods, and don’t sleep in the same clothes you wore while cooking. For more information about recreating safely in bear country visit www. bebearaware.org. The Magruder Road Corridor between Darby, MT and Elk City, ID is currently impassable 1.5 miles past Observation Point
Areas open temporarily for firewood The Bitterroot National Forest will temporarily open several roads this summer for the public to access personal use firewood. To learn more about each area and view maps of the locations, visit our website, call, or stop by any Forest Service office. The 2021 firewood cutting areas are: • Forest Roads 740 & 739A (Silverthorne Loop) – Stevensville Ranger District • Forest Road 62070 (Gash Creek) – Stevensville Ranger District • Forest Road 1321 (Smith Creek) – Stevensville Ranger District • Forest Road 728 (Andrews Creek) – Darby/ Sula Ranger District • Forest Road 5759 (Meadow Creek) – Darby/Sula Ranger District • Forest Road 5685 *(Thunder Mountain) – West Fork Ranger District The areas are scheduled to remain open until Friday, October 15th or sooner depending on fire conditions and restrictions. Woodcutters are reminded of the requirements to have a spark arrester on their chainsaws and to carry a shovel, bucket, and fire extinguisher at all times. Please use wide shoulders and turnouts for parking. Not all roads have turn-arounds for trailers.
As with wood cutting elsewhere on the forest, no trees are to be felled onto the roadway and all slash must be piled. Firewood gathering is prohibited in all developed recreation areas, campgrounds, and within 150 feet of streams, creeks, and waterways. Law enforcement will be monitoring the roads. Forest officials advise woodcutters to drive defensively and notify them of any downed trees or road damage. You can obtain a firewood permit by visiting or calling any Bitterroot National Forest office, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The permits are free and allow for up to 12 cords of firewood for your personal use. Your hard-copy permit is good through December 31, 2021. Firewood maps are available at Forest Service offices or can be downloaded at: www. fs.usda.gov/main/bitterroot/passes-permits/ forestproducts. For more information contact your local Bitterroot National Forest office or visit www.fs.usda.gov/bitterroot or www. facebook.com/DiscoverBitterrootNF. Stevensville Ranger District, (406) 777-5461 Darby/Sula Ranger District, (406) 821-3913 West Fork Ranger District, (406) 821-3269 Supervisor’s Office – Hamilton, (406) 3637100
due to snow. Nez Perce Pass is open to Paradise Campground. Contact the West Fork Ranger District for road updates. Magruder Road is suitable for high-clearance vehicles only. Travelers are advised to carry a chainsaw in case of a fallen tree on the road and should be aware that there is no cell phone coverage or services for 120 miles. Forest Service offices will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of the federal holiday. Please call your local ranger station ahead of time to obtain a firewood permit,
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Flyfishing Journal
The evening hatch
I sing the chorus of a favorite Rodney Crowell song to myself repeatedly, sometimes out-loud: “Somehow I’ve learned how to listen… to the sound of the sun going down… ” You can almost hear the sunset, sometimes, during the fading hours of the day when you’re alone on a trout stream. Behind the gentle chatter of water finding its way around the rocks above the place where you’re standing knee-deep in it, the quiet cooling breeze that barely moves through the trees above you and pushes small bands of frail insects that glisten in their flight above the water as they find their way down to its surface, there is the diminishing dance of light through everything; soon it will be gone in a moment that, for now, seems timeless. Without trying to, you just might find those rare and beautiful moments in your life, if you’re immersed in them and attuned to them,
where you become gently aware that you’ve learned to listen, as it were, to the setting sun; not that it really makes a sound or you can really hear it; it’s something behind and beyond that. You have to slow down. You have to be doing something that takes your mind off itself and immerses you in that moment. Your senses are fully turned on, taking in everything. For me it helps to be caught in the rhythm of casting, and the moments between casts where the line and the fly are engaged with the endless flow of the river. My conscious attention, what little there is of it, is fixed on that-outthere and not anything else during the rhythm of the cast, the alternating rest during each drift, and the whole thing repeating and beginning again and again. I see the reddish-orange roll of a cutthroat trout and instinctively my next cast goes to a place above the take, and the fly drifts in…
Chuck
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Warm water, low flows prompt fishing restrictions on several rivers Angling restriction on several rivers go into effect today due to warming water temperatures and low flows. The restrictions include what are commonly known as “hoot owl” closures, which means fishing is closed from 2 p.m. to midnight, and some full fishing closures. The closures and restrictions will stay in effect until conditions improve. The closures and hoot owl restrictions include: Beaverhead River hoot owl restrictions from the mouth to Laknar Lane Bridge; Smith River hoot owl restrictions from the confluence of the North and South Fork of the Smith River to Eden Bridge south of Great Falls; Shields River full fishing closure from the mouth to Rock Creek; Lower Big Hole River hoot owl restrictions from the confluence with the Beaverhead River to Notch Bottom FAS; Upper Big Hole River full fishing closure from Saginaw Bridge on Skinner Meadow Road to the North Fork Big Hole River; Jefferson River entire river hoot owl restrictions; Sun River hoot owl restrictions from the mouth of Muddy Creek to the Highway 287 Bridge. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ drought
The Bitterroot Star Weather Summary Bitterroot Seven Day Forecast
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0-2: Low, 3-5: Moderate, 6-7: High, 8-10: Very High, 11+: Extreme Exposure
Today we will see sunny skies with a possible record high of 101°, humidity of 19%. East northeast wind 1 to 5 mph. The record high for today is 96° set in 1990. Expect clear skies tonight, overnight low of 63°. East wind 2 to 5 mph. The record low for tonight is 31° set in 1949. Thursday, skies will be sunny, high of 100°, humidity of 22%. South southeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Thursday night, skies will be partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms, overnight low of 62°.
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Answer: In Prospect Creek, Alaska, 80 degrees below zero was recorded on Jan. 23, 1971.
Weather History June 30, 1972 - The entire state of Pennsylvania was declared a disaster area as a result of the catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Agnes, which claimed 48 lives and caused 2.1 billion dollars in damage.
July 1, 1987 - Lake Charles, La. was drenched with a month's worth of rain during the early morning. More than five inches of rain soaked the city. A thunderstorm in the southern Yakima Valley of Washington state produced high winds that downed large trees.
Peak Times AM PM 5:44-7:44 6:06-8:06 6:27-8:27 6:48-8:48 7:08-9:08 7:29-9:29 7:49-9:49 8:10-10:10
Peak Times Day AM PM Sun 8:31-10:31 8:52-10:52 Mon 9:14-11:14 9:37-11:37 Tue 10:00-12:00 10:24-12:24
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Sun/Moon Chart This Week Day Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon Tue
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Sunrise 5:45 a.m. 5:45 a.m. 5:46 a.m. 5:47 a.m. 5:47 a.m. 5:48 a.m. 5:49 a.m.
Sunset 9:34 p.m. 9:34 p.m. 9:34 p.m. 9:33 p.m. 9:33 p.m. 9:33 p.m. 9:32 p.m.
Moonrise 1:12 a.m. 1:31 a.m. 1:49 a.m. 2:07 a.m. 2:26 a.m. 2:47 a.m. 3:13 a.m.
Moonset 12:28 p.m. 1:35 p.m. 2:40 p.m. 3:45 p.m. 4:49 p.m. 5:54 p.m. 6:59 p.m.
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Last Week's Almanac & Growing Degree Days Date 6/21 6/22 6/23 6/24 6/25 6/26 6/27
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of my old truck and sure that I can find my way out without too much trouble in the dark. The small clip-on flashlight in my vest pocket helps. It’s also good for tying on that last fly at dusk, when holding the eye of the fly against the fading light in the sky isn’t enough. A concentrated little theater of light at the focal distance where I’m aiming a fine strand of tippet at the tiny eye of a small fly sure helps. Without it I’d have to give up and quit fishing – even though there are rising fish in front of me, fish that I’m itching to catch. A little later today Jan and I will be headed for a favorite spot. We plan to be there in the evening when flurries of tan caddisflies, little yellow stones, and possibly some brown drake mayfly spinners return to the water to lay their eggs. We might also find some salmonflies that remained hidden under the willow leaves during the heat of the day when the guide boats drifted by, but will be swarming in clouds over the stream when the day cools down. Then, in the evening, a few of them will hit the water, and then a few more…
What’s the story,
policy provides for angling closures when flows drop below critical levels for fish, when water quality is diminished, or when maximum daily water temperatures reach at least 73 degrees for three consecutive days. The current forecasts for hot daily temperatures and existing low flows prompt implementing restrictions now. These closures are designed to protect fish that become more susceptible to disease and mortality when drought and warm water conditions exist. All stress to fish at this time of year is cumulative, and anglers should consider fishing in cooler waters during times of low flows and high water temperatures in rivers. Anglers can help reduce stress for fish by following these practices when catching and releasing fish, though fish mortality may still occur: Fish during the coolest times of day, where permitted. Land the fish quickly. Keep the fish in water as much as possible. Remove the hook gently. Using artificial lures with single and barbless hooks can make hook removal faster and easier. Let the fish recover before releasing it. If high temperatures and extremely low flows persist anglers may want to consider fishing areas with less stressful temperatures and conditions, such as larger lakes or reservoirs, or higher elevation waterbodies.
Local UV Index
I fish for the moment of the rise and the exhilaration of the take when I connect, and the fight that pits the delicate tackle in my hands against the strength and instincts of a creature that I might kill and consume as food. I have that choice – even though I can also choose, and most often do, to respectfully, almost reverently, return the trout to the river. But I find that it’s the long moments between those encounters with trout that give me, in my inner being, what I seek most when I go fishing. And were it not for that hope, the chance to have those encounters with wild trout, I wouldn’t be there. My favorite time to fish is the evening hatch. My favorite way to fish the evening hatch is on foot, even if it means pulling the boat up and working a pool or run with that timeless sense that you just don’t get when you’re floating through it, taking pot-shots at fleeting targets as the boat passes them by. It’s better for me if I set out to wade, as an experience that might begin in the afternoon with a short hike, or might be the planned end of a day when I’m within comfortable distance
Farmer's Growing Degree Days Date Degree Days Date Degree Days 6/21 16 6/25 20 6/22 23 6/26 22 6/23 21 6/27 26 6/24 19 Growing degree days are calculated by taking the average temperature for the day and subtracting the base temperature (50 degrees) from the average to assess how many growing days are attained.
Story?
By Jim Story, Bitterroot Audubon
Question: I notice that geese often spend the night on the ice at the river’s edge. How do they keep their feet from freezing? Is there some kind of counter current circulation? Answer: Yes, that is correct. Waterfowl use a counter-current heat exchange in their feet to prevent freezing. Arteries carry oxygen rich blood away from the heart and throughout the body, while veins carry the oxygen-depleted blood back to the heart. In the legs of ducks (and other birds), arteries and veins run parallel and in contact with each other. As the warm blood of the arteries enters the legs, the heat is actually transferred to the returning cold blood of the veins. During extremely cold conditions, just enough blood is allowed to enter the leg to prevent freezing. Thus, the core temperature of a duck or gull standing on ice may be 104 degrees Fahrenheit, but the temperature of their feet may be just above freezing. Under very warm conditions, the countercurrent heat exchange mechanism can be bypassed, and blood is allowed to flow directly into the extremities; thereby, allowing for rapid heat loss. An additional footwarming strategy frequently used by waterfowl standing on ice or snow is to alternately stand on one leg.
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‘Robert’s Run’ to honor memory of Robert Leonardi by Mikayln Brickley
than happy to put this event on and remember a boy who was just a really nice kid.” The 5k will begin at 8 a.m. and the mile run begins at 9:30 a.m. You can preregister for the event at runsignup.com/ RobertsRunMT. The cost to register is $29, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Robert Leonardi Memorial fund. After the 5k and mile event, there will be a carnival held in the HHS parking lot including a dunk tank, Smokey the Bear, firetrucks, games and refreshments. “The purpose of this event is to honor Robert A. Leonardi’s memory, to honor the Leonardi and Yoakum families, and to raise money for children’s education and play,” said Day. “Robert was full of energy, full of laughter and full of adventure. We’re just doing our best to remember and honor him.”
On July 7, 2019, 10-year-old Robert A. Leonardi lost his life in a hit and run as he attempted to cross the road on his scooter. In the aftermath of what has been an absolutely devastating loss to his family, his friends, and his community, we have been reminded why we are so blessed to live in a small town like Hamilton, Montana. On August 7th, the community will gather at Hamilton High School to participate in “Robert’s Run”. The event will include a 5k and a 1 mile run, although no one is expected to run, strollers are invited, and kids of all ages are encouraged to attend. “It’s really special that our community is coming together,” said Jackie Day, close friend of the Leonardi family. “It’s something we wish we didn’t have to do, but we do and we’re more
Sox lose two to Glacier Twins by Mikayln Brickley
The Bitterroot Red Sox played the Glacier Twins this past Tuesday. In what was a double header, they lost both games, 12-1 and 15-11. Putting up 6 runs in the second inning alone, they hit a good game in the second match up of the evening, totaling 11 hits and 26 at bats. Paul Brenneman, Tyler Jones and Jackson Hundley each collected two hits for the Sox. Aaron Springer started on the mound, allowing 3 hits and 6 runs. Harley Fogel, Jackson Jessop and Esten Pierce all threw relief, with Fogel leading in strikeouts at just 2. On Wednesday, June 30th, the Red Sox will play on their home field against the Bitterroot Bucs at 5:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Bridger Huxtable making the play at second. Photo by Mikayln Brickley.
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Montana 21st Judicial District Court, Ravalli County In the Matter of the Name Change of Brynn Nicole Paddock, Gina Neaves, Petitioner Cause No. DV-21-215/5 Dept. No.: 1 Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Brynn Nicole Paddock to Brynn Nicole Neaves. The hearing will be on July 28, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Dated: June 7, 2021 /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court. By: Julie A. Ashbake, Deputy Clerk of Court. BS 6-9, 6-16, 6-23, 6-30-21. ________________________ Naomi J. Cheeney Cheeney Law, PLLC P.O. Box 212 Hamilton, MT 59840 Phone: (406) 363-9060 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GEORGE WILLIAM SECHRIST, Deceased. Case No.: DP-21-54 Dept. No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Estate. All persons having claims against the Decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Jane I. Johanson, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, to Cheeney Law, PLLC, PO Box 212, Hamilton, MT 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-
entitled Court. DATED this 10th day of June 2021. /s/ Jane I. Johanson, Personal Representative BS 6/16, 6/23, 6/30 ________________________ Naomi J. Cheeney Cheeney Law, PLLC PO Box 212 Hamilton, MT 59840 Phone: (406) 363-9060 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LORI J. SPEARS, Deceased. Case No.: DP-21-68 Dept. No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Estate. All persons having claims against the Decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Darren N. Ginn, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at Cheeney Law, PLLC, PO Box 212, Hamilton, MT 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 10th day of June 2021. /s/ Darren N. Ginn, Personal Representative BS 6/16, 6/23, 6/30 ________________________ Naomi J. Cheeney Cheeney Law, PLLC PO Box 212 Hamilton, MT 59840 Phone: (406) 363-9060 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAV-
ALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF RANDALL C. KEITH, Deceased. Case No.: DP-21-67 Dept. No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Coreen G. Keith, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at Cheeney Law PLLC, PO Box 212, Hamilton, MT 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 8th day of June 2021 /s/ Coreen G. Keith, Personal Representative BS 6/16, 6/23, 6/30 ________________________ John D. Greef ATTORNEY AT LAW 302 W. Main St. Sidney, MT 59270 (406) 360-8117 Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: Janice Marlene White, Deceased. Case No.: DP-21-66 Department No. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to
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John D. Greef, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, 302 W. Main Street, Sidney, MT 59270, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 9th day of June, 2021. John D. Greef, Personal Representative BS 6/16, 6/23, 6/30 ________________________ REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PREPARATION OF PRELIMINARY ARCHITECTURAL REPORT AND FINAL CONSTRUCTION DESIGN AND INSPECTION North Valley Public Library District, Stevensville, MONTANA North Valley Public Library District (NVPLD) is requesting proposals from qualified Architectural / Engineering firms for a Preliminary Architectural Report (PAR). The scope of the PAR is a comprehensive evaluation and cost analysis of part renovation in place vs. full renovation in place vs. building a new facility, as well as feasible location options in Stevensville to bring the North Valley Public Library into compliance with all building codes as well as a larger healthy updated facility that meets the needs of the community now and in the future. A facilities vision can be found at the North Valley Public Library District’s website at https://www. northvalleylibrary.org/facilitiesplan. The facility is located in Stevensville, Montana. Following pre-design approval, the selected consultant may also be asked at the discretion of the North Valley Public Library District to assist in grant writing, develop a final construction design, prepare construction bid documents, assist in bidding the project, and oversee construction activities, including related grant administration and management. The detailed Request for Proposal (RFP), including a description of the services to be provided by respondents, the minimum content of responses, and the factors to be used to evaluate the responses, can be obtained by going to the NVPLD website https://www.northvalleylibrary.org/rfp-for-par Responses to this RFP will be received by the North Valley Public Library District, 208 Main St., Stevensville, MT until 2:30 p.m. on September 15, 2021. North Valley Public Library District and its agents reserve the right to reject any or all proposals and to waive any formality and technicality. BS 6/16, 6/23 ________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION – STEVENSVILLE RURAL FIRE DISTRICT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Stevensville Rural Fire District (SRFD) Board of Trustees will hold a public auction of District property, formerly known as the Sunset Fire Station, held at 7 pm on July 21, 2021, in the meeting room of the District administration building at 156 Kinsman Drive, Stevensville, Montana 59870. Bids must be submitted by 5 p.m. on July 21, 2021, for the sale of SRFD
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real property and building at 1354 North Sunset Bench Road, former Sunset Fire Station. The auction will be in the form of sealed written bids to be opened and read at the auction time. Any member of the public may appear at the special board meeting and observe the opening of the bids. Procedure for the sale are listed in the 2021-4 SRFD Resolution: Auction Schedule for Sale of Former Sunset Fire Station, online at, https://stevensvilleruralfire.com/ NEWS-ALERTS-%21.php and will also be posted in the information window outside the SRFD District Administrative office. For all questions about the property, viewing the property or submitting bids, please contact Lambros Real Estate Broker, Cheryl Smith at 406-8806650, cheryl@eralambros.com or 514 North First Street, Hamilton, MT 59840 Please make all communications attention: Auction Schedule for Sale of Former Sunset Fire Station BS 6/23, 7/14 ________________________ MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF: H.M.G., A minor child, Karen Elizabeth Brooks, Petitioner versus Madison Elizabeth Galbraith Respondent Petitioner filed a petition for adoption and termination of parental rights of Respondent and the biological father of the minor child, H.H.G. A hearing on the adoption will take place on July 8, 2021, at 1:30 p.m. at the Ravalli County Courthouse, located at 205 Bedford Street, Hamilton, MT 59840. The Court’s phone number is 406-3756710. Failure of the Respondent or the biological father to appear at that time will result in the termination of parental rights and Petitioner will adopt the minor child. Petitioner’s attorney, Sean Paul Bracken,Esq, is located at 650 Colorado Gulch, Missoula, MT 59808 and his phone number is (406) 493-1249. Respondent and biological father must file their written answer with the above-entitled Court, including the appropriate court fee, and serve a copy of their answer upon the Petitioner’s attorney at the address above. If Respondent or biological father fail to appear and answer or assert a counterclaim, the Petitioner may take judgment by default for the relief demanded in the Petition. Failure to appear at the hearing constitutes a waiver of the individual’s interest in custody of the child and will result in the court’s termination of the individual’s rights to the child. Respondent and biological father are directed to appear in court at the time specified and to show cause why the petition should not be granted. BS 6/23, 6/30, 7/7 ________________________
Naomi J. Cheeney Cheeney Law, PLLC P.O. Box 212 Hamilton, MT 59840 Phone: (406) 363-9060 Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTY-FIRST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF EMMANUEL ESHCOL ETTER, Deceased. Case No.: DP-21-72 Dept. No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Estate. All persons having claims against the Decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Rebekkah L. Hulen, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, to Cheeney Law, PLLC, PO Box 212, Hamilton, MT 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the aboveentitled Court. DATED this 21st day of June 2021. /s/ Rebekkah L. Hulen, Personal Representative BS 6/30, 7/7, 7/14. ________________________ LEGAL NOTICE Shannon Erickson, Notice is now given, that pursuant to the provisions of MC 70-6-601, et. seq., and the contract you signed, the contents of your storage unit is now subject to an operators lien. Unless the accruing balance is paid in full, and all contents removed from the unit, before 12 noon, July 9, 2021, the contents of the storage unit will be removed and sold at Xtra Space RV & Mini Storage, 350 Old Corvallis Road, Hamilton MT 59840 at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2021. BS 6/30, 7/7. ________________________ MONTANA 21ST JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, RAVALLI COUNTY In the Matter of the Name Change of Beasju Huckleberry Champlin, Beasju Huckleberry Champlin, Petitioner Cause No. DV-21-231/3 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 Beasju Huckleberry Champlin to Bijou Jean Champlin. The hearing will be on July 29, 2021 at 1:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Ravalli County. Dated: June 22, 2021 /s/ Paige Trautwein, Clerk of District Court. By: Julie A. Ashbaku, Deputy Clerk of Court. BS 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21.
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