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Montana slated for billions in federal aid, forcing deadline on legislature Staff Report The Treasure State, its counties, cities and towns will be getting some assistance from the federal government to help cover the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Montana’s reported share of the recently passed American Rescue Plan Act will be an estimated $1.37 billion. That is the same as South Dakota ($1.37 billion), but slightly more than North Dakota ($1.36 billion). Those estimates come from the House Oversight and Reform Committee and includes grants for capital projects. However, the state has announced that it will be receiving even more – $2.7 billion. The state legislature is also facing a deadline to craft a bill by March 25 on how to use the funding from the Act. Lost revenues The states and local governments have lost tax revenues during the pandemic, forcing them to adapt to less revenue at every level. In Montana, the infusion of funds will need to be allocated since the legislature is in session, according to state officials. The budget director of the Office of Budget and Program Planning has publicly stated that there is a need to encourage prioritization of long-term impacts to Montana. He also described that among the long term infrastructure needs for the state include water, sewer and broadband projects. In addition, the budget director, Kurt Alme, said that the state will need to invest in the people who became unemployed because of the pandemic. One suggestion in-

cluded training to help them re-enter the workforce. The state will have to follow certain guidelines with the funding from the ARP Act, meaning that if the state doesn’t follow the rules, it may have to reimburse the federal government for the misused funds. According to the guidelines established in the federal legislation, the money must be used in several areas, including for communities and families, workforce and jobs, small businesses, and education, among others. Among the increases included in the act is additional Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funding which will be directed at small businesses in the state. That also means there will be additional impact from the millions in grant funding as part of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund at the local level within the state. Act impacts Agriculture According to the new Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, the recently approved legislation will help provide investments to struggling homeowners to pay their mortgages, property taxes and insurance. In addition, it will help with rental assistance and help fund broadband to schools and hospitals. According to the National Farmers Union, the legislation will provide a lifeline for struggling Americans while also helping to improve the nation’s food system. There will be approximately $12 billion in investment to food assistance programs, including extending through September the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefit increase which was in the December COVID relief legislation.

Local ranchers diversify revenue stream with new meat processing shop By Alissa Miller, Eastern Plains Economic Development Farming and ranching have long been a part of Montana’s past and continues to be our number one industry today. With prices of livestock and crops ever changing, the next generation of ranchers have had to diversify their revenue to make ends meat and keep both parents at home to raise a family. With National Ag Day on March 23, I reached out to a couple who have dived head first in diversifying their revenue streams. Cassie from Broadus and Ry from Plevna met in high school during an FFA competition in Baker.. They went on to college and attended Dickinson State University. At college they both attended a meat cutting class where Ry especially took an interest in the trade. After college Ry and Cassie O’Connor got married and moved to Plevna and purchased part of Ry’s family ranch. There they raise cattle and sheep of their own, run a food truck, and added a couple kids too! The O’Connor couple started the conversation on how they could add more income to their operation and also help their communities struggling with the fear that COVID was or could cause food shortages; causing people to want to stock up on meat for their freezers. Through researching their options and while scrolling on social media, Cassie came across a Small Business Development post that piqued her interest. Cassie reached out to Tracey Baker in the Miles City SBDC office. From that point other organizations were looped into the process. The team was made up of Tracey Baker (SBDC), Tami Burke (GNDC-Food and Agriculture Development Center), Beth Epley (EPEDC-Executive Director), Dara

Deines (EPEDC-Community Development Specialist), and Shandy Hanks (GNDC-SBDC). Together with Cassie, the team scheduled meetings to explore if the Lames Jones Meats would be eligible for the Meat Processing and Infrastructure Grant that was made available through the CARES funding allotted to the State. When the grant was not awarded for their project, Ry and Cassie decided to reduce their project and obtain financing on their own. In September, the O’Connor’s got a call from Jim Auer with the Montana Department of Agriculture that more funds came available and that they would be awarded the $150,000 that they originally applied for. This money helped with getting the building put up. The COVID grant was unique because matching funds were not required for it. With the grant came a deadline to have the building up by the end of year, 2020. Even though they hit the ground running, with having been in contact with contractors, this deadline was going to be a challenge. Thankfully the deadline was pushed back otherwise according to Ry, “it would have been close, but they wouldn’t have finished in time.” In November came the opportunity to apply for the Growth Through Agriculture Grant (GTA). This grant is through the Montana Department of Agriculture and usually opens around July and focuses on diversifying Montana’s agriculture industry through development of new agricultural products and processes. This grant requires the investment of at least a dollar-for-dollar match in grant or loan assistance received. The application was for $20,000 for a smoker and sausage stuffer to expand and diversify what Lames Jones Meats would be able to offer. If selected in the top rankings of the grant

process, each applicant is required to present to the GTA committee on what their project is about. This was done virtually in February 2021. The beginning of March 2021, Lame Jones Meats was announced as one of the chosen recipients of the GTA grant. As of today, the O’Connor’s and their contractors are working every day to get Lame Jones up and running as a custom exempt facility with plans to eventually be USDA certified. Ry and Cassie are hoping to open Lame Jones Meats in about two months. With the social media page up and running, they have already received numerous calls and messages. As of right now Lames Jones Meats will be running with Ry and Cassie at the helm and will hire as needed as the business grows. When posed the question on what they want new businesses to know before starting, Cassie answered “There are so many free resources available in our area and people need to take advantage of them. The SBDC, EPEDC, and GNDC not only provide business help but also put on workshops that really help as well.” Lames Jones Meats are excited to be able to serve our local communities. We are local ranchers who understand. Check them out on social media and more information on their opening date. Alissa Miller is the Food and Agriculture Assistant with Eastern Plains Economic Development Corporation. Alissa’s office is located in Baker, serving the counties of Carter, Fallon, Wibaux, Dawson, and Prairie Counties. Alissa is there to help with grant writing, business planning, trainings, agritourism, or farm to school programs. If you have food and agriculture business or training ideas call or email Alissa at 406852-3735 or fada@epedc.com.

Governor Gianforte: COVID-19 Vaccine Open to All Montanans on April 1 King Candidates: Ashton Afrank, Taylor Heaton, Jory Miller and Nathan Hufford. Queen Candidates: Alissah Hickey, Bryce Shelhamer, Sydney Kirstchen and Mckenzie Davis.

Announcing Prom Royalty 2021

By Rilee Pettersen

The Baker High School student body had the chance to vote and decide on our BHS Prom Royalty for this year. The ultimate decision on who is crowned King and Queen will be decided upon by the junior class prior to prom, which will be held Saturday, March 27. The Prom theme will be “Rustic Romance” and the Grand March is scheduled for 8 p.m. at the Longfellow Gymnasium. The King candidates are as follows: Ashton Afrank, son of Les and Alisha Afrank, Taylor Heaton, son of Jim Heaton and Kristin Custer, Nathan Hufford, son of Chris and Kim Hufford, and Jory Miller, son of Johnathan and Alissa Miller. Queen candidates are as follows: Mckenzie Davis, daughter of Chuck and Polly Davis, Alissah Hickey, daughter of Brian and Lori Hickey, Sydney Kirschten, daughter of David and Nicole Kirschten, and Bryce Shelhamer, daughter of T. C. and Jill Shelhamer.

At a news conference Tuesday afternoon, Governor Greg Gianforte announced that COVID-19 vaccines will be available to all Montanans beginning April 1, 2021. “A few months ago, projections estimated Montanans 16 and older would be eligible for the vaccine as late as mid-July. Today, I’m pleased to announce that we’re moving up that timeline. All Montanans 16 and older will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine on April 1,” Gianforte said. Gianforte encouraged Montanans to get a vaccine. “I look forward to getting the vaccine when my name is called, and I encourage all Montanans to consider doing the same. Getting one of these safe, effective vaccines will protect you, your loved ones, and your neighbors from this virus. It will help us

get back to a more normal life,” Gianforte said. Gianforte added, “As more Montanans get the vaccine, we will begin to approach the time when we are no longer in a state of emergency and we can remove our masks and throw them in the trash.” Gianforte also addressed the principles guiding his administration’s approach to distributing the vaccine. “Improving Montana’s response to this pandemic has been my top priority as your governor,” Gianforte said. “We took a strictly data-driven approach to protect the most vulnerable, and it’s saving lives.” On his second full day in office, Governor Gianforte changed the state’s vaccine distribution plan to prioritize and protect Montanans most at-risk of complications from

COVID-19. Montana health care and seniors groups praised Gianforte’s improvement of the state’s vaccine distribution plan. About a week after the governor’s changes, the federal government recommended similar modifications. On January 19, the state en-

tered Phase 1B to vaccine Montanans 70 years of age and older, Montanans 16-69 years of age with severe underlying health conditions, and Native Americans and other persons of color at elevated risk of COVID-19.

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OBITUARIES

La Vonne Wiseman, 53

Funeral Services for La Vonne Wiseman, 53, of Baker will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 20, 2021 at American Lutheran Church of Baker with Pastor Scott Kiehn officiating. Burial will follow at Bonnievale Cemetery. Visitation for La Vonne will be Thursday, March 18, 2021 from 5 - 7 p.m. at Stevenson Funeral Home with a prayer service at 6 p.m. Visitation will continue Friday, March 19, 2021, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Stevenson Funeral Home. For those unable to attend the prayer service and funeral for La Vonne will be livestreamed on the Stevenson Funeral Home website. Click on La Vonne’s photo, select photos and videos, click watch webcast. The livestream will be active 15 minutes before the service. La Vonne passed away in Billings, MT on March 14, 2021. La Vonne Marie was born to Byron and Darlene (Jesok) Wolenetz on Sept. 28, 1967 in Baker, MT. She grew up in Baker and was a proud Class of 85 graduate

of Baker High School. Being a farmer at heart, La Vonne loved her time in the summers working on the family farm. After graduation she attended Montana State University where she studied business and finance. La Vonne married Shawn Wiseman on June 27, 1987 at American Lutheran Church in Baker. Following their marriage they made their home in Wolf Point, MT. Here she worked at Citizens First National Bank until they moved to Twin Falls, ID in 1991. They lived in Twin Falls for eight years and began their family with the birth of their children, Preston and Jerilyn. In 1999, the family moved to Nampa, ID and resided there until 2013, at which time they returned home to Baker, MT. Baker has been their home ever since. La Vonne returned to work at the farm and enjoyed sharing that love of farming with her family. She truly enjoyed being behind the wheel of a tractor and could drive semi-trucks with the best of them. La Vonne was so happy when she would see the wheat fields she seeded grow through to harvest. She grew the most beautiful rose gardens at their home in Nampa. La Vonne was also employed by Badlands Electric and truly enjoyed the hard-working, family environment Badlands provided. She also served as the financial secretary at American Lutheran Church. La Vonne enjoyed many activities with family, as her family was her greatest joy and ac-

complishment. Nothing meant more to her than being a loving Wife, Mom and Grandma. La Vonne’s face beamed with happiness when she spent time with Preston, Kelly, June, Rhett and Jerilyn. La Vonne was naturally gifted in music, playing the clarinet and piano in high school. Later in life she learned to play fiddle along with her son and daughter. Being their biggest fans, no distance was too far for La Vonne and Shawn to travel to hear their favorite band, Jerilyn and the guys from Breaking Eight. Being very artistic, she never missed a chance to do crafts with those she cared about. Skiing was an activity she loved and she spent countless winter days on the Idaho slopes with her family. La Vonne had a true passion for horses (especially Red), which led her to compete in team roping and barrel racing along with her husband and children. Anytime La Vonne took a moment to rest, you could find her favorite puppy of all time, Patches, snuggled next to her. La Vonne always looked forward to the fun and festivities with the ladies in her Book Club. In her community, La Vonne was an example of great faith and spirituality. She loved her quiet time with the Bible and sharing her faith as a youth leader while living in Idaho. If there was ever anyone who truly demonstrated her faith by her actions, it was La Vonne, so much so that her sister-in-law Rita lovingly referred

to her as Saint La Vonne. La Vonne leaves behind so many that loved her and will miss her beyond measure. Survivors include her loving husband of 33 years, Shawn Wiseman; son, Preston (Kelly Hatch) Wiseman of Baker; daughter, Jerilyn Wiseman of Baker; grandchildren, June and Rhett Wiseman; father, Byron (Galina) Wolenetz of Baker; sister, Lynette Wolenetz of Baker; aunt, Ardelle (Ardi) Forrester of South Dakota, Janice Wolenetz of Baker; sisters-inlaw and brothers-in-law, Marjorie Griebel of Plevna and Larry Dean of Ekalaka, Milton (Jean) Wiseman of Utah, Rita (Tony) Breitbach of Baker, Sandy (Paul) Myhre of Texas, Dave (Sonja) Wiseman of Baker, Shannon (Jana) Maurice of California, Lorrie (Mark) Wiseman-Holmes of Mississippi; mother-in-law, Carol Wiseman of Mississippi; forever friend, Brenda Dietz of Baker; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by her mother, Darlene Wolenetz; mother-in-law, Grace Maurice; father-in-law, Leon Wiseman; father-in-law, Gerald Maurice; grandparents, Floyd (Sadie) Wolenetz, Pete (Irma) Jesok; sistersin-law, Marcie Wiseman-Jardee, Terry Wiseman; brother-in-law Jerry Wiseman; uncle, Melvin Wolenetz; special son, Brian Astle of Kuna, ID. Rememberances and Condolences at stevensonfuneralhome. com.

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County still zero for COVID cases as vaccinations climb Staﬀ Report While the COVID-19 current positive case count has remained at zero in Fallon County, there is one pandemic-related number which is climbing. The number of vaccination doses administered in the county has climbed to 1,019 as of Monday. According to the state statistics, there are 449 people in the county who have received both of the two-dose vaccines. At the state level, Montana has administered 362,219 doses, while 140,739 have been fully immunized. Fallon County is one of 15 in the state that do not have a current positive COVID-19 case. Statewide, Montana has 422 positive cases, led by Gallatin (129), Missoula (12) and Yellowstone (124) counties. As of Monday, the state had 1,396 fatalities since the pandemic hit the state. According to the county health department, they are still making appointments for people wanting to be vaccinated. “We are also moving into our Phase 1B+ for vaccine distribution,” they announced Monday on Facebook. “If you meet the criteria be-

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color at elevated risk of COVID-19. Montana’s Phase 1B population accounts for 75% of deaths and 50% of hospitalizations from COVID-19 in Montana. Earlier this month, Governor Gianforte announced the state would expand its efforts to protect the most vulnerable Montanans by entering Phase 1B+ of the state’s vaccine distribution plan on March 8. In Phase 1B+, COVID-19 vaccines are available to Montanans 60 years of age and older and Montanans 16 to 59 years of age with additional qualifying medical conditions like asthma, cystic fibrosis, and liver disease. Montana’s Phase 1B+ population accounts for nearly 90% of deaths and more than 70% of hospitalizations from COVID-19 in Montana. To date, 367,211 doses have been administered in Montana, with more than 142,490 Montanans fully immunized. Montanans interested in getting their COVID-19 vaccine are encouraged to visit covidvaccine.mt.gov to find information regarding COVID-19 vaccine availability and scheduling in their area.

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10 YEARS AGO Friday, March 25, 2011 --

ference MVP for the regular season. Doug Stickney joined Troy on the All-Conference team, and Rusty Knuths was an honorable mention. . .Katy Sparks had the privilege to serve as a House page in Helena. She was sponsored by Rep. Keith Bales.

Jalyn Walker, junior at Plevna High School, was selected to the District All-Tourney second team. Taylor Dahl, junior at BHS, was selected to the District 4C All-Conference team. . .Sandstone Chapter of Pheasants Forever will host its annual banquet April 9. . .Keystone XL Pipeline permit delayed - slated to begin building its pipeline this summer, the whole project will be on hold until sometime next year. The State Department is requiring additional environmental studies before granting a permit. . .City Clerk Kevin Dukart was appointed to represent Baker on the Eastern Plains Resource Conservation and Development Council. . .It has been reported that some of the welds are broken on the railing alongside the new sidewalk near the lake on Highway 7. . .Cub Scout Pack 256 held their annual Pinewood Derby March 12. Thirteen cars were entered in the Cub Class and Rexx Wiman took first place. Ethan Verke placed second, and Trent Collins - third. . .Someone killed a sheep dog on the Anticline Road March. 3. The dog, owned by Randy Tunby, was used to guard his sheep against predators.

30 YEARS AGO

Thursday, March 21, 1991 --

Randy Ketterling has accepted the appointment as temporary Chief of Police of the City of Baker following the resignation of Don Denning March 13. . .Susie Quenzer was surprised with a special cake at Fallon Medical Complex March 14 in honor of 25 years of employment. . .Hospital Helpers Auxiliary’s annual Health Fair was very successful again this year. Approximately 275 people attended. . .Wallyball league results: first place team winner was Hepperle’s Team: Lou Egland, Kristi Brum, Linda Hepperle, Kevin Egland. Dean Hepperle and Ron Callen. . .Airman Jason Madler has graduated from the communications-computer systems control specialist course at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, MS. Madler is the son of Alvin and Pat Madler of Baker. . .Baker Spartan boys basketball team was selected to receive the Sportsmanship trophy at the district 3-B basketball tournament held in Miles City. Baker also received the award for Best Band.

20 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 23, 2001 --

Marge Griebel has resigned after serving 13 years as a leader of the Red Butte Ramblers 4-H Club. . .Big K Drive-In will be opening soon under the new ownership of Tom and Nona Muckle, Herb and Lonnie Ketterling have retired after 37 years in business. . .Fallon County Spelling Bee was won by Brittany Straub, a Plevna eighth grader. Brittany will represent Fallon County at the State Bee in Missoula. First runner-up and alternate to State is Amanda Mellon, Plevna sixth grader. . .Tom Stevens asks school board about the possibility of getting Washington School for a warehouse facility for Baker Furniture. . .Three Cougar basketball players received honors for their excellent play in the regular season and at the tournaments. Troy O’Connor was named 4-C Con-

40 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 19, 1981 --

Office of Public Instruction has notified the Plevna High School and the Plevna Elementary School that they have been granted regular accreditation. Baker High School was accredited “with advice”. . . Baker Lions Club is placing six trash cans along Main Street in an effort to help keep Baker clean. . .Pictured are three Judo enthusiasts who participated in the AAU sanctioned tournament held in Kalispell. John Huntley was first in his weight and age group, Hartley Barefoot was third in his division and also placed second in open competition and Mark Bissell was third in the senior division. . .Pamela Fried, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arlee Fried,

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50 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 25, 1971 --

Dennis Fried, William Martin and Brad Shepherd are named Boys State delegates. . .Ervin Keirle and Walter Kreager filed for positions as mayor of the city. . .Rich Vilhauer is elected president of the Country Club. . .Five girls attend State FHA Convention. They are Mary Ellen Veroye, Vicki Bechtold, Shelley Engesser, Anna Halmans and Donna Rost. . .About 700 wrestlers expected at four state wrestling tourney to be held here. Bill Donovan, high school wrestling coach, is tourney chairman. . .Mrs. James Tanner elected president of the Community Church Ladies Aid. . .Mr. and Mrs. Merritt Duffield and Myron Saylor attend leadership training workshop in Miles City.

60 YEARS AGO

Thursday, March 23, 1961 --

John Lewis of Rudyard has signed an agreement to be superintendent of schools. . .J. M. Steffes of Plevna will build a new post office and lease it to the postal department. . .Baker FFA Chapter will be host to the Big Muddy District convention this weekend with Bainville, Culbertson, Fairview, Medicine Lake, Plentywood, Plevna, Scobey, Sidney and Wibaux attending. . .Board of County Commissioners met with members of school board of District No. 12 in regard to moving dirt at the site of the new school building. The Commissioners refused due to the fact that moving dirt would be in violation of the law.

70 YEARS AGO

Thursday, March 22, 1951 --

No spring outfit will be any more beautiful than St. John’s Church which received a thorough renovation. All the pews were taken to the basement and repaired. The church floor was sanded and refinished. The altar and confessional were also redone in light shades. . .Nominating petitions filed for city officials include George Randash, G. R. Mosier, mayor; T. V. Critchfield, W. J. Campbell, E. J. Freier, alderman, ward one; Donald Morrow, L. R. Moline, Mark Brownson, alderman, ward two; Ed Herbst, police magistrate; Vern Bublitz, city treasurer.

80 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 20, 1941 --

The terrible wind storm that raged through here late Saturday reached hurricane proportions in the Dakotas and Minnesota. . .Work is due to start on the new Baker-Ekalaka highway. Union Construction Co of Great Falls will do the work. . .Merle J. Mikalson and Gerald Smeltzer have been selected for induction in the United States Army. Should either be rejected, Harry Pratt is next in line. . .L. Price, cashier of the Baker National Bank, resigned his position this week and will take over the L. Price Hardware business. . .The news of the week is that Carter Oil Co. is moving in its drilling rig. According to its contract, work must be started before May 1. . .Baker National Bank is doing extensive repair work on the second story.

90 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 19, 1931 --

Taxpayers will vote Tuesday on a $25,000 bond issue for the construction of a new gym and two class rooms. . .A program of one act plays will be presented by members of the public speaking class of Baker High School at the community hall March 26. Taking part will be Juanita LaCross, Alice Olson, Edyth Snow, Coleman Krokker, Ora Holcomb, Ray Moline and Harry Schorsch. . .Baker Golf Club met Wednesday evening when plans were made for reconditioning of the course and the membership drive. . .The old Morrow Lumber Yard building, which has been used by the Gas Development Co. for sheltering supplies and machinery is being torn down and the erection of a new and modem warehouse is being started this week by the company.

100 YEARS AGO Thursday, March 24, 1921 --

The tenth anniversary of the Baker Lodge I.O.O.F. No. 92 was fittingly celebrated Monday evening at Hubbard Hall. The lodge was instituted by the Beaver Lodge of Ekalaka, March 20, 1911. . .At a meeting of the Fallon County Businessmen’s Assn.held last Friday at the Masonic Hall, the organization went on record for the establishing of a farm bureau with a county agent. . .Chas. J. Russell and R. W. Russell left Sunday for points east to try to get eastern farmers to locate in our territory. . .Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Stumpges and son, who spent the last few months in Antigo, WI, arrived in town Sunday to get ready to put in a large acreage this spring at their farm in the Bisher territory.

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won the Fallon Creek CowBelle cookoff held March 7 in the Plevna High School. . .Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schopp celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Feb. 14. . .Clio Vane “Kraut” McGee, 66, of Ismay passed away March 11 at his ranch of an apparent heart attack, just 12 days after his mother’s death.

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NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGULAR VOTER REGISTRATION AND OPTION FOR LATE REGISTRATION Notice is hereby given that regular* voter registration for the Health Facility Levy Mail Ballot Election held on May 4, 2021, will close at 5:00 PM on April 5, 2021. * NOTE: If you miss this regular registration deadline, you may still register for the election by showing up at the Fallon County Election Office up to and including on Election Day between noon and the close of business on the day before Election Day. You can complete and submit a voter registration card, but you will need to return to the Fallon County Clerk & Recorder’s Office, 10 West Fallon Ave. on Election Day to pick up and vote a ballot. All qualified active and inactive registered electors of Fallon County are entitled to vote in said election. Persons who wish to register and who are not presently registered may do so by requesting a form for registration by mail or by appearing at the Fallon County Election Office, PO Box 846, 10 West Fallon Ave. Baker, Montana. If you have moved, please update your registration information by filling our a new voter registration card and submitting it to the Fallon County Election Office.

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•HOPE, do you feel alcohol is causing problems, we can help, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church. •District Court is in session the first Tuesday of the first full week of the month and as often as business warrants. Interested persons are welcome to check a specific schedule at the office of the Clerk of District Court. •O’Fallon Historical Museum: Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m-noon & 1-4 p.m. •Fallon County Library hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays. •Driver Licensing Schedule, every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m., courthouse.

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March 18 - Free Business Development, by appointment, call 406-748-2990. March 20 - First Day of Spring March 21 - Changed For Life Church services, 10 a.m., Good Life Center. March 22 - Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., Assembly of God Church basement. March 23 - Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church. March 25 - Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary conference room 2, call Diana 406-232-1458 or Nicole 232-5698. March 28 - Palm Sunday; Changed For Life Church services, 10 a.m., Good Life Center. March 29 - Celebrate Recovery, 6-8 p.m., Assembly of God Church basement. March 30 - Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church; Lake Board meeting, 5:30 p.m., courthouse basement conference room. April 1 - April Fool’s Day;

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March 19, 2021

Fallon County Times

Reach Higher Montana celebrates the graduating class of 2021 with virtual senior send-off event

Participating students can win scholarships, equipment and tool packages, technology, and more All Montana students graduating from high school in the spring of 2021 are invited to celebrate their achievements and future plans through Senior Send-Off, a virtual event organized by nonprofit Reach Higher Montana. “This statewide recognition of all students allows Montanans to celebrate the Class of 2021, which has reached graduation despite the challenges of COVID-19,” said Kelly Cresswell, Executive Director of Reach Higher Montana. “We are excited to hear what the members of the Class of 2021 will do next. Whether students’ next steps are apprenticeship, military service, entering the workforce, or enrolling in college, graduating high school is an important milestone worthy of celebration.” Students wishing to participate will securely upload their photo or short video on the Reach Higher Montana website, www.ReachHigherMontana.org. Special early prize drawings will be held for students who upload their pictures or videos by April 9, and the final deadline for participation is April 23, 2021. Students’ photos and videos will be shared on Reach Higher Montana’s Facebook and Instagram pages from April 29 through May 7. Daily live prize drawings held at 3:45 p.m. Prize winners will be selected at random do not have to be viewing the prize drawing to win. In addition, several prominent Montanans will share their video congratulations for the Class of 2021 through Reach Higher Montana’s social media channels. Prizes include: Ten scholarships of $1,000 each Ten equipment and tool packages of $500 each Laptops, iPads and AirPods College campus swag packages Hydro Flasks Gift cards

Macy Varner gives popcorn to Paiton Graham.

Cooper O’Connor handing out popcorn.

Student Council celebrates National Popcorn Day By Hannah Goerndt On March 12, the Student Council generously gave out popcorn to the Middle and High school students. National Popcorn Day has always just been a day that was acknowledged in a “did you know what today is,” type of manner. But this year, the Baker High School Student Council decided to recognize

this national day. Thursday after school, several members of the Council got together in the concessions stand to pop popcorn in order to pass out the next day. On Friday during 7th period, Macy Varner, Sophia Dulin and Cooper O’ Connor took crates full of popcorn to pass out to the students around the school. Most kids were not expecting this and were pleasantly surprised to end the week with a salty treat.

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March 19, 2021

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News from the Plevna School

Hurray for 100 Day Froot Loop Necklaces.

The kindergartners 100 cup tower.

Kindergarten reaches 100 days By Chloe Tudor

The kindergartners have reached 100 days of school! In celebration of this milestone, Mrs. Bidwell planned multiple games for them to play. The first was “Race to 100”, a mathematical competition to see who could roll their dice and move to the 100 place the quickest. Next came the cup stacking challenge, the class stacked 100 cups in a pyra-

mid, impressive! Each student rolled a dice and stacked the number they rolled in cups, until all 100 were in their place. In between their games, the class enjoyed a special cookie with icing that stated “100 days smarter.” Necklaces were then delicately made out of 100 Froot Loops strung onto a string. Finally, the class wrote about what they will do when they turn 100 years old, below their aged pictures. Briley MacKay projected that she would “Go to the lake”, which coincided

with Weston Robertus and Link Rieger who both decided that “I would go fish” sounded like a good plan. Priya Nemitz took a slumber angle and stated that “I would take a nap,” while Evie Bidwell’s showed through with “I would sit in the chair and sew.” Bentley Huft said, “He would drive a tractor when he is 100 years old”. Great job kindergartners, we expect great accomplishments from each of you by the time you turn 100!

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By Jenna Paul

Second graders jumping through hula hoops.

Jump Rope for Heart By Jaeda Paul March 1 through March 5, students in classes K-10 participated in Jump Rope for Heart activities. Elementary students were encouraged to raise money for the American Heart Association, seven students received donations totaling $662. Liam Lane raised the most money with a total of $275. Super cool prizes were awarded to the kids based on how much money they raised for the event. Mrs. Phelps organized activities for the P.E. classes to partake, all included jumping in some fashion. Students practiced their jumping skills using jump boxes and skip-its, performing power jumps, jumping jacks, hopscotch, horse jumps (hurdles), and hula hoop jumping. Each of these warmed up the students so that they see how far they could jump in the long jump, and how high they could jump in the high jump. Students enjoyed all of the activities and prizes!

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During third quarter, the advanced animal science class dived into their meat evaluation unit. They started the unit with learning different terms that are used to describe carcasses and primal cuts of beef, lamb and pork. Students then split into groups of two, drawing pictures of beef, lamb and hog carcasses. They created two posters for each animal, one with wholesale cuts and the other with retail cuts. The next lesson taught students how to differentiate between the beef, pork, and lamb carcasses, also learning where each cut of meat originates from on the carcass. Students than began the calculating portion of their unit. They learned the difference between yield and quality grades, as well as the procedures for determining each. They were also able to calculate the grades used to price live and dressed cattle. They started with beef, learning the long mathematical equation to determine the yield grade. From there, they found what quality grade corresponded with their answer, maturity, and marbling score. The next lesson allowed students to evaluate pork carcasses based on three measurements. With a much simpler equation, students learned how to predict the percent of leanness on a hog carcass. Additionally, they learned how these numbers are processed in a large-scale commercial packing plant. Then came lamb carcasses, with another simple equation the students did a few math problems with ease. They finished their unit by learning the format for giving meat reasons, and practiced speaking them to the class.

Eric Miller showing the fat on a beef carcass

Ag students travel to Jordan By Chloe Tudor On March 9, Mrs. Menees’ Advanced Animal Science Class and Plevna FFA Meats Judging Team treked to Jordan to earn some hands-on experience with meat evaluation. Ryan’s Meats of Jordan offered to host the group of students and walk them through the process of fabrication and evaluating cuts of meat. Upon arriving in Jordan, the travelers were greeted with hot burgers and chips, followed by a thorough presentation explaining the breakdown of judging sheep, pig, and beef carcasses. Eric Miller, the Garfield County Extension Agent, led the presentation. With this information fresh on their minds, the group headed down to try their own hands at judging meat on the rail. Filing into one of the coolers behind Eric Miller, the students first judged hanging sheep carcasses, followed by hogs,

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and then concluded with beef. The students enjoyed the informational trip and were excited for the opportunity to complete various tasks such as loin and rib eye measurements, aging of carcasses, and KPH (kidney, pelvic, heart fat) contents. Ryan’s Meats, a name known well across the state of Montana, originated a couple hundred feet away from the current building. Ed Ryan touched on the history of how his father humbly started with a cement pad, hand operated lift, and a small back corral. He reminisced on the old standards of labor, and the students were greatly surprised at how much his facility had grown. Mrs. Menees then loaded the students back onto the mini-bus, each with their own Ryan Meats baseball hat, and started the trip home. Overall, the crew had a super day in Jordan and look forward to utilizing the information in the future.

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NOTICE OF CLOSE OF REGULAR VOTER REGISTRATION AND OPTION FOR LATE REGISTRATION

Notice is hereby given that regular* voter registration for any School District Elections held on May 4, 2021, will close at 5:00 PM on April 5, 2021. * NOTE: If you miss this regular registration deadline, you may still register for the election by showing up at the Fallon County Election Office up to and including on Election Day. Between noon and the close of business on the day before Election Day, you can complete and submit a voter registration card, but you will need to return to the School District Office on Election Day to pick up and vote a ballot if the Districts hold an Election. All qualified active and inactive registered electors of each district are entitled to vote in said elections. Persons who wish to register and who are not presently registered may do so by requesting a form for registration by mail or by appearing at the Fallon County Election Office, PO Box 846, 10 West Fallon Ave., Baker, Montana. If you have moved, please update your registration information by filling our a new voter registration card and submitting it to the Fallon County Election Office.

Notice is hereby given that regular* voter registration for any Rural Fire District Elections held on May 4, 2021, will close at 5:00 PM on April 5, 2021. * NOTE: If you miss this regular registration deadline, you may still register for the election by showing up at the Fallon County Election Office up to and including on Election Day. Between noon and the close of business on the day before Election Day, you can complete and submit a voter registration card, but you will need to return to the Election Administrator Office on Election Day to pick up and vote a ballot if the Districts hold an Election. All qualified active and inactive registered electors of each district are entitled to vote in said elections. Persons who wish to register and who are not presently registered may do so by requesting a form for registration by mail or by appearing at the Fallon County Election Office, PO Box 846, 10 West Fallon Ave., Baker, Montana. If you have moved, please update your registration information by filling our a new voter registration card and submitting it to the Fallon County Election Office.

NOTICE OF SCHOOL ELECTION IF NOT CANCELLED

NOTICE OF FIRE DISTRICT ELECTIONS IF NOT CANCELLED

Notice is hereby given that the Plevna School District 55 Election will be held on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, BY MAIL BALLOT. Active Electors only will receive a ballot, by mail. Inactive Electors must request a ballot from the County Election Administrator, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. On Election Day, the polling place will be open from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM and is located at Election Administrator Office located at 10 West Fallon Avenue - Baker, MT 59313. Electors will consider the following issues at the election: Two (2) Trustees to be elected for a three (3) year term.

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A late registrant may obtain a ballot on election day at the following location: County Election Administrator Office located at: 10 West Fallon Avenue, Baker, MT 59313 Dated this 15th day of March 2021 Brenda J. Wood, Election Administrator PO Box 846 Baker MT 59313 406-778-7106

Notice is hereby given that the Plevna Rural Fire District Election will be held on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, BY MAIL BALLOT. Active Electors only will receive a ballot, by mail. Inactive Electors must request a ballot from the County Election Administrator, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday - Friday. On Election Day, the polling place will be open from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM and is located at Election Administrator Office located at 10 West Fallon Avenue - Baker, MT 59313. Electors within the Plevna Rural Fire District only will consider the following issues at the election: Two (2) Trustees to be elected for a three (3) year term. A late registrant may obtain a ballot on election day at the following location: County Election Administrator Office located at: 10 West Fallon Avenue, Baker, MT 59313

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March 19, 2021

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NOTICE OF INTENT TO INCREASE NON-VOTED LEVIES March 10, 2021 As an essential part of the budgeting process, the Plevna School Board of Trustees is authorized by law to impose levies to support the school district’s budget. The Plevna School Board of Trustees estimates the following increases/decreases in revenue and mills for the funds noted below for the next school fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021, using certified taxable valuations from the current school fiscal year as provided by the district: Plevna School District #55 REQUIRED SB307 NOTICE (MILLS CALCULATED USING PRIOR YEAR TAXABLE VALUE): PLEASE REFER TO GRAPH BELOW.

FALLON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: We are accepting applications for the position of Operator for our Road Department.

This full time, permanent position will primarily operate a motor grader in the construction, repair, and maintenance of roads in Fallon County. We offer competitive wages and excellent benefit package, including a Monday – Friday schedule, and 10 paid holidays. Closing Date: Friday, March 19, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.; applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, Montana, 59313. Questions may be directed to Bobby Wiedmer 406-978-2015 or Julie Straub 406-778-8164.

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ROOMS OPEN & AVAILABLE In room visitation ~ CALL AHEAD for appointment Call Michelle Shumaker 406-778-3201 or 406-891-0185 or stop by and pick up an application POSITION OPENING Part-time Public Health Nurse Assistant Carter County Public Health Department Posting Date: March 9, 2021 Hours: Two days each week Department: Carter County Public Health APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 1 p.m. on March 29, 2021 FUNCTION: Part-time position, offering great challenges and a flexible weekday schedule. Successful applicant will perform activities that protect and promote the health of our citizens. Provide a variety of skilled nursing services in venues including public schools and client homes. Support all public health related duties, including promotion and maintenance of good health, flu shot clinics, home health visits, Maternal and Child Care checkups and immunization clinics. Individual will work with a variety of ages, from infants to elderly. The work will be performed under the general direction of the assigned Public Health Nurse. REQUIRED: •High School diploma and equivalent and completion of an accredited nursing program or higher •Current and valid license to practice as a licensed nurse in the State of Montana •Must possess or be eligible for a Montana driver’s license •Office experience, including answering phone, computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and other software programs concerning the position Job Description available upon request. TO APPLY: 1. County Application 2. Resume 3. Names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) employ-

ment-related references To: Carter County Clerk and Recorder or drop off at the office 214 Park Street, Ekalaka, MT PO Box 315 214 Park Street Ekalaka, MT 59324 11-13c ____________________________ POSITION OPENING Program Supervisor Carter County Public Health Department Posting Date: March 1, 2021 Hours: 32 – 40 hours/week, Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Department: County Public Health Department Salary: $15.00/hour starting Sixmonth probation plus full benefits APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 1 p.m. on March 22, 2021 FUNCTION: Position requires work with electronic billing systems, patient accounts, and reporting communicable disease; compliance with state and federal health programs and statutes and regulations; drafting, filing, and managing state, fed-

ONLINE Teacher Certiﬁcation offered through Montana Western. Programs designed for teachers seeking advancement and individuals interested in becoming a teacher. Accessible wherever you are. Call (406) 683-7537 or go to www. umwestern.edu/online for more information. _________________________________ PRIVATE TREATY HEREFORD BULLS. MC brand MCMURRY CATTLE BILLING. WEBSITE: mcmurrycattle.com REASONABLY PRICED. PROVEN

eral, and private grants relating to public health; supervision of state health programs; scheduling inoculations, medical testing, and reporting in compliance with Montana health programs; and performing secretarial and work-related administrative support, conducting phone and email communication, and preparing schedules and appointments for the County Health Nurse and County Public Health Officer. Work requires a strong and dependable work ethic, organizational skills, reliability, and respect for patient privacy rights. REQUIRED: •Graduation from high school or GED; and •Office experience, including answering phone, computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat and other software programs concerning the position 2 years preferred DESIRED: •Proficiency with Microsoft applications. •Type 50 WPM Job Description available upon request. TO APPLY: 1 County Application 2. Resume 3. Names, addresses and phone numbers of three (3) employment-related references To: Carter County Clerk and Recorder or drop off at the office 214 Park Street, Ekalaka, MT P.O. Box 315 214 Park Street Ekalaka, MT 59324 10-12c ____________________________ HELP WANTED: Self motivated, mature and responsible individuals for seasonal positions working in many aspects of an aerial application business located at the Ekalaka Airport. Punctuality and depend-

ability a MUST! Must be 18 years of age and have a clean driver’s license to commute in company vehicles. Season starts April 1, and runs through October with ﬂexible hours, start dates and schedules. Can also be a perfect ﬁt for teachers and students looking for an extra summer/ weekend hours. Starting wage depends on experience with seasonal bonuses paid based on performance and longevity. For further information contact Darrin Pluhar at Plu’s Flying Service, Inc. 406-853-0039. 7tfnc

WANTED WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201. 36-38p

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CARD OF THANKS CARD OF THANKS: I would like to thank Dr. Sullivan, Carrie and the nurses during my hospital stay. My sister for taking me to Billings and being with me during my hospital stay there and the trips back up for follow-up appointments. I would like to thank the surgeon for her excellent care and all the doctors and nurses. Thank you to my parents for bringing me home from Billings. Thank you to all my family for everything they did for me during my recovery, from the rides to FMC for follow up appointments, to getting my TV hooked up and doing things around the house allowing me to get around better and especially mom for cooking my meals, grocery shopping and stuff around the house until I got back on my feet. Thank you to Carrie and the ambulance and ﬂight crews for getting me to Billings for my very unexpected second hospital stay, and for my sister for driving up that night and being there during that time, and the doctors and nurses for the care. Also thank you to my family for taking care of my shop and cat during this time and to all my customers for their understanding. A special thank you to my classmates and everyone for the cards,

notes, gifts, phones calls, texts, Facebook messages and the well wishes they are greatly appreciated and really meant a lot. Jason Grifﬁth 12c

NOTICE NOTICE: Gun Show, Bowman, ND, April 9, 10, 11, 2021. 4 Seasons Pavilion. 100 - 8’ tables - $30. Open to the public Friday 3 - 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free Admission. Contact Rick Stark, home 406-778-2428; cell 406-978-2428. 11-15c ____________________________ NOTICE: Interested in a meaningful career? Fallon Medical Complex is offering C.N.A Classes June 1425, 2021 and State Testing June 2829, 2021. Cost of the class which includes books and State Testing is $575. We will have an initial class meeting May 12 at 4 p.m. in the Care Plan office. We must have five people to have the class. If interested in the medical field give me a call and we can set up job shadowing or have questions contact Michelle Smith RN ADON at 406-778-5388. 12-20c

LEGALS LEGAL NOTICE Low Income Assistance Available to Mid-Rivers Phone & Internet Customers Mid-Rivers Communications offers Lifeline low-income assistance to qualifying subscribers with discounts of $5.25 per month on phone, or $9.25 per month on qualifying Internet or bundled services. Larger discounts are available to qualifying customers on Tribal Lands. These assistance services are non-transferable and allow for only one discount per qualifying household. Eligibility standards for these assistance programs are determined by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Lifeline discounts for standalone phone service are scheduled to be phased out by the FCC, decreasing by $2 per year. Please contact your nearest Mid-Rivers ofﬁce, call us at 1-800-452-2288, or visit www. midrivers.com/low-income-assistance.html for more information. 12c MNAXLP

*impacts noted above are based on current certiﬁed taxable valuations from the current ﬁscal year Regarding the increase in the building reserve levy referenced above, the following are school facility maintenance projects anticipated to be completed at this time: 1. Updates to the Science and Library rooms 2. Painting the Gym, Multi-purpose room and some classrooms 3. Maintenance to the Bus Barn 12c MNAXLP ____________________________ Montana Sixteenth Judicial District Court, Fallon County In the Matter of the Name Change of Layne Austin-James Silver-Farris, Petitioner Cause No: DV 2021-7 Dept. No.: Honorable Nickolas C. Murnion NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Layne Austin-James Silver-Farris to Layne Austin-James Silver. The hearing will be on 04/27/2021 at 10:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Fallon County. Date: 03/15/2021 s/Jeraldine A. Newell Clerk of District Court (Court Seal) s/Keli R. Bertsch Deputy Clerk of Court 12-15p MNAXLP

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have an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice and at least 15 years experience in Law Enforcement with 5 years in a supervisory or management position. Must possess a valid MT driver’s license or apply for a one within 60 days of moving to the state. Application and job information are available at Hardin City Hall, 406 N. Cheyenne, www.hardinmt.com, or call 406-665-9292. Application Deadline April 9, 2021 by 5:00 p.m. or until ﬁlled. Western artisans, vendors. 36th Montana Cowboy Poetry Gathering, August 13 and 14, Lewistown. Vendor spaces $100.

Keepin’ It Cowboy. Call for details, 406538-4575, MontanaCowboyPoetryGathering.com. _________________________________ Northwest Community Health Center is looking for a motivated and team oriented Full Time Certiﬁed Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy team. The successful candidate will be able to work in a fast paced environment, display competencies in performing detail-oriented work with accuracy, interact with staff and patients in a positive way, and be able to make critical decisions as necessary.

Job requires high school diploma and State of Montana Pharmacy Technician License. Experience with pharmacy computer systems, and/or one or more years’ experience in a healthcare environment preferred. Position is eligible for comprehensive beneﬁts, and Wage will be determined on experience and qualiﬁcations. To apply please submit resume to: Northwest Community Health Center 320 E 2nd Street, Libby, MT 59923 or via email to maria.clemons@northwestchc.org

March 19, 2021

Fallon County Times

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Fallon County Times

Law Enforcement

Baker Police Department

•proactive patrols of schools, businesses and residential areas. Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 406-778-2222.

From the Bench

Justice Court

•Lyle Edward Albrecht, Huntley, seatbelt violation, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 02/25/2021. •Paul Jon Gatons Jr., Pana, IL, careless driving, bond forfeited $85, ticket issued 11/03/2020. •Dale Russell Leischner, Helena, out of jurisdiction arrest warrant, transferred to another Court, Courtesy Warrant Appearance for the 1st Judicial District Court, ticket issued 02/25/2021. •Alena M. Mollman, Lemmon, SD, speeding on non-interstate, exceed night limit of 65 MPH, 75/65, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 02/02/2021.

City Court

•Marc A. Chronister, Miles City, operating with expired registration, failure to re-register, dismissed by prosecution, ticket issued 01/11/2021. •Bryant G. Steen, Baker, original statute description: partner or family member assault, causing bodily injury to partner or family member, 1st offense, amended statute description: negligent endangerment, substantial risk, death/serious bodily injury, per plea bargain agreement, fine of $585, defendant given credit of $75 for one day time served prior to sentencing, jail of 365 days with 364 days suspended on conditions for one year (03/02/2022), defendant given credit for one day time served prior to sentencing, ticket issued 10/13/2020.

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Blood drive

Vitalant Blood Drive will be Tuesday, March 23, from 12-6 p.m. at the Baker Senior Citizen Center, 420 W. Montana Ave. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. Please call Ella Arnell at 406-778-3829 to make your appointment. For more information or to schedule a donation call 877-258-4825 or visit us at vitalant.org. Remember to bring your ID, eat a good meal and drink lots of fluids.

Rep. Jerry Schillinger jerry.schillinger@mtleg.gov

Montana House of Representatives

P.O Box 200400 Helena, MT 59620 406-974-2478

This is a bit of a catch- up issue since I was loafing during the transmittal break. We were in session March 1-2, before a five day break. I enjoyed getting home and was also able to meet with a good group in Jordan, as well as Circle, while there. The overriding concern among citizens, whether in these meetings or other modes of communications, is Federal overreach and what can we do to protect ourselves from an aggressive Fed. An example, North of Sand Springs, the BLM, (not black lives matter) is aggressively pursuing the purchase of a ranch that will take several more thousand acres of deeded land off the property tax rolls as well as further Fed influence and control. Whether it be the Fed or Fish Wildlife and Parks, they seemingly have unlimited access to $ that makes purchasing for agricultural purposes impossible. March 1, we did 70 2nd reading of bills and 19 3rd reading of bills. We did morning and afternoon sessions as well as Appropriations in between. We dealt with, as you might imagine, a wide array of issues in that many bills. Representative Phalen from Dawson County presented, and the House passed on a 67 – 33 party line vote, a bill to require the pledge to be said in all grades every morning and the

constitution taught in grade and high schools. Disappointingly, the only two representatives to speak against the bill, were schoolteachers. My bill HB576 also passed by 69 – 31 margin, picking up two Democrats. This bill repeals the renewable energy mandate passed in 2005 that required energy companies to have at least 15% renewables in their portfolios, excluding hydro. This legislation was also chocked full of other onerous government mandates that needed elimination. If we want to eliminate rolling blackouts and have affordable energy, we need to let markets work. We also passed a bill that will now recognize hydro as a renewable energy, commonsense. If I haven’t mentioned it in the past, a good way to keep an eye on your government is by going to the Montana legislature 2021 website. Here you can look up bills of interest, watch hearings and floor sessions. All of this is archived, so all past sessions are available as well. Citizens can also use this tool to offer committee testimony from the comfort of home, not as effective as in person, but much less travel! Legislator votes are also available at this site. Another good tool to utilize to evaluate your legislator is Montana legislator loyalty 2021. This site tracks Republican legislator votes, only on partisan votes. For instance, if a vote was 100 – 0, that vote won’t be scored. For those that wonder how good bills get killed and bad bills get passed (from a conservative perspective), this is an interesting site, not the whole story necessarily, but a good resource. This is also a good source to track down bills or laws of interest and past sessions action as well. Tuesday, going into transmittal we passed a bill that will greatly improve cities and counties ability to more easily open and utilize gravel pits. This and another bill coming from the Senate will also dramatically lower the fees related to these

operations. When you think about it, it’s ridiculous that the counties should have to use tax $ to pay a state agency for permits so we can improve our roads. This should be a dramatic improvement. Many thanks to several county road department officials in Eastern Montana that contributed ideas to make this a better bill. This was an example of a totally partisan 67 – 32 vote. HB 251, the right to work bill, went down 38 – 62. I voted for it, not considering it anti – union, but pro – jobs and pro – freedom. The unions did a great job of filling The Capitol with signs and people. I couldn’t help but wonder why they weren’t picketing Senator Tester’s office for voting to kill thousands of union jobs and tens of millions of dollars in property tax $ that would have helped support our schools for decades to come, when he voted to support President Biden’s decision to kill the Keystone Pipeline. HB 573 would have let our Public Service Commission have the authority to hold Big Tech platforms such as Facebook and Google accountable when they censor our citizens. Unfortunately, it died 49 – 50, when all 33 Democrats were aided by a predictable group of Republicans. Another example of why elections matter. We passed an important bill by Gunderson from Libby, that creates stiff penalties for those that intentionally damage infrastructure. Examples would be pipelines and electrical transmission or production facilities. This bill also makes it easier to hold people or groups accountable that fund these types of criminal activities. Leaping forward into this past week, Monday we passed an important bill that will help encourage hydrogen production in Montana. This is an important developing technology that will produce hydrogen, a storable energy, as a by-product of a gas fired electrical plant. The hydrogen is then available for use at times of peak load to fire

additional generation. A new complex is scheduled to go in near Dillon that will provide hundreds of long term direct and indirect jobs, a big win. This passed by a comfortable 100-0. Individual healthcare was a big winner this week with the passage of SB101. This permanently authorizes Direct Patient Care Clinics, which allows physicians to set up clinics that bypass insurance companies, while providing potentially unlimited visits for a monthly fee of about $70. This type of care currently operates in over 1000 locations throughout the country. The only insurance most people would then need is catastrophic medical. We also passed HB329 which would allow a portion of state funding for a special needs student, to follow the student to a facility that better fits the need of the student. This promises to better serve the student, while not putting as great of a burden on the parent. It was a busy week in Appropriations. We passed out of committee HB2 which is the main spending bill funding State Agencies. The legislative staff will take about a week to prepare the physical bill that will then be presented on the House floor. This bill takes funds from many sources and allocates to the various agencies. This is a culmination of the weeks of subcommittee work that we did. 8 A.M. Monday the 15th, we start to examine the $2.7 billion porkulous package being sent our way from Washington D.C. We will hold joint meetings, House Appropriations and Senate Finance to try and put this massive misappropriation to beneficial use. Ideally, we will identify and fund infrastructure projects that will provide longterm benefits to the people of Montana. Thanks again for giving me the privilege of representing the good people of HD 37. Please contact me with your ideas, questions, or suggestions.

BHSU Fall 2020 Dean’s List Local resident earn degree from WGU Black Hills State University has released the Dean’s List for the fall 2020 semester. A total of 712 students maintained a grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher while taking at least 12 credit hours. Students are listed by hometown or current place of residence. Baker Addison Bryan, BS, Psychology Plevna Nicole Allerdings, BS, Business Administration-Marketing

The following local resident has earned a degree from Western Governors University (WGU). Bertha Kirschten of Baker, received a Bachelor of Science, Accounting and a Master of Business Administration.

Fallon County Times

Is Baker on the map? Submitted by Melissa Higbee,

Eastern Plains Economic Development Corporation

Wyrick-Hapeman

Don Wyrick of Baker is pleased to announce the engagement of his son Tyler, to Bethany Hapeman, daughter of the late Brian and Jeanne Hapeman. A November wedding has been set.

Hudsyn Grace Varner Ashley and Kodee Varner, of Baker, are proud to announce the arrival of their daughter, Hudsyn Grace. Hudsyn Grace was born March 2, 2021 at the Glendive Medical Center. She weighed 7 lbs. 6 ozs. and measured 20 1/4” long. She is the granddaughter of Todd and Deb Schwartz of Glendive and Dennis and Sherry Varner of Baker.

March 19, 2021

Focusing on a couple main attractions through marketing and advertising will help put Baker on the map as a tourism destination in eastern Montana. The community could benefit greatly from the revenue tourism could bring in. Baker is a great place to visit with many things to offer and finding out what attracts tourists is the key to successfully marketing the community to visitors. The Baker Lake is a gorgeous lake for recreation. Summer is perfect for boating, canoeing, or kayaking on the lake for some recreational fun. In addition to the lake itself, the surrounding area is full of amenities for all ages: a splash park for little ones, a skate park for older kids and adults and two beach areas for swimming. There is a park, a volleyball court, gazebo and picnic tables. Let’s not forget

the fishing. The Baker Lake is the largest recreational body of water in this part of Montana. Fallon County has put a huge amount of work into making Baker Lake an ideal place to visit for outdoor recreation. Due to COVID-19, outdoor recreational activities have increased and having a lake in the community is an asset to further the growth of tourism in the city. How can we promote the lake as a hot spot for tourism this summer? Campgrounds, canoe or kayak rentals, skate board or bike rentals, or jet ski rentals might entice more travelers within the region to come check out the fun amenities Baker offers. By developing recreation attractions, associated infrastructure and supporting business tourism will increase in the city and surrounding area. Baker is also the home of Steer Montana, the world’s largest recorded steer in the world, weighing in at 3,980 pounds. Steer Montana toured around the country to 60 different state fairs, rodeos, and carnivals from

Texas to Chicago by his owner Jack Guth. Even after the steer’s death Mr. Guth continued to take him on tour around the country, mounted and all. After touring from 1920’s to the 1930’s, Wonderland in Billings purchased the Steer Montana for display. In 1975, Bernie Heiser purchased Steer Montana for $5,000 and brought the mounted steer back to Baker, where it was displayed in the Heiser’s Bar. The steer was donated to the O’Fallon Historical Museum where he is on display to this present day. Tourists come from all around the world to see this huge steer.

Steer Montana, still to this day, piques the interest of people to travel here to see him. Marketing and advertising are the key to getting our name on the map. Promoting Steer Montana and the Baker Lake for tourists to come experience will be an investment but the return that the promotions generate will grow Baker’s economy. Baker has attractions that no one else in the region can compare with, with some marketing and advertisement these attractions have the potential to increase tourism and create a more diversified local economy.

March 19, 2021

Know before you dig By Bureau of Land Management The BLM would like to encourage surface owners to properly verify their ownership of mineral rights before excavating sand, gravel, stone, or scoria on their property. Surprisingly, these materials may or may not belong to the surface owner. Millions of acres of private land in the Montana/ Dakotas region involve a split estate; where the surface ownership is private, but the mineral rights are retained by the federal government or other entities. Surface owners need to be aware that previous court cases may have resulted in changes regarding the mineral ownership after the original

land patents were issued. Misunderstandings regarding mineral rights ownership have led to several trespass cases in which landowners were selling gravel, scoria or landscape rock without first conducting the required reviews and obtaining the necessary permits from the BLM. Trespassers can be held liable for damages to the United States and subject to restitution or fines. The BLM urges landowners planning to lease or sell these minerals to contact their local BLM office for assistance in determining mineral ownership. For additional information contact BLM Geologist Carissa Shilling at 406-233-2800.

Fallon County Times

Letter to the Editor

Dear Editor, FMC, INC is run by a board whose board members are pulled from the members of the Corporation. In order to become a member of the corporation one must request an application for Corporate Membership from Fallon Medical Complex by calling 406-778-5302. The period of membership is three years, commencing on the date of application for membership and ending on December 31, of the third year following the application date. The annual meeting of the members held for the purpose of electing Trustees (Board Members) and transacting other business shall be held at the principal office of the Corporation or at another location designated by the Board of Trustees at any time during the month of December each year. The date and time of the annual meeting shall be determined by the Board of Trustees (Board Members). Notice of the place, date, hour and purpose of the annual meeting shalt be provided through community notice, such as postings in a local newspaper, a community bulletin board, and/or the facility website, not less than 10 days nor more than 30 days prior to the date of the meeting. At the board’s discretion, notice may also be given personally, by US Mail, or through electronic means. Special meetings of the members, other than a special meeting for the election of Trustees (Board Members), may be called at any time by the Board of Trustees (Board Members) or the President, or shall be called by the Secretary on receipt of a written request of 15 members of the Corporation entitled to vote at such meeting. A list of members as of the record date, certified by the Secretary, shall be produced at any meeting of the members upon request of any member made prior to the meeting. At every meeting of the members, each member shall be entitled to vote in person or by proxy pursuant to the procedure set forth by the Board of Trustees (Board Members). The vote for the Trustees (Board Member) shall be by ballot. All questions shall be decided by a majority vote of the members present, in person or by proxy, and such decision shall be by the act of the full membership, except as may otherwise be specifically provided by law or by these bylaws. Support your FMC employees and Providers by becoming a member of FMC, INC. You do not have to become a board member but a voting member to vote in people who will do what is in the best interest of the community. The public meeting will be held at 7 p.m, on March 18 at the Longfellow gym. David Espeland and available board members will be present for questions and information. Brenda Stoddard