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FALLON County

BAKER, MONTANA 59313

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2016

~ Election 2016 - Tuesday, Nov. 8 ~ Your Candidates . . . Their View . . . Candidates will be asked a series of questions between now and the General Election. They will all be asked the same question and their answers will be limited to 300 words and printed exactly as they are submitted, unedited. Question: What one part of county government would receive more attention if you were elected?

Dave Havens

Hi, I'm Dave Havens. During the past year that I have attended the Fallon County Commission meetings there have been innumerable concerns and issues regarding our local County Government. I have had the opportunity and experience of being there to watch first hand our elected Commissioners dealing with the various issues, concerns and components of our County Government. I have been a witness to the ongoing

conversations and engagements on how to best secure a positive outcome when dealing with the numerous issues they were and still are challenged to deal with. Their task is not always an easy one. As a newly elected Commissioner, I have stated that I will represent the “voice and conscience” of you the people of Fallon County and the various concerns that you have brought forward. I am committed and dedicated to achieving that goal. Thus, in responding to all of your concerns and issues regarding our County Government, and in order to proceed forward with my commitment to you to be your “voice and conscience” it is important to understand that for me to faithfully represent all of you, there can really be no one part of County Government that will receive more of my attention should I be elected. All of the entities comprising our local County

Dave Havens Government deserve attention as they are all fundamental in the running and operation of this County. Representation is for the people, by the people. This is why I believe our County Government needs qualified and dedicated people in leadership and management positions. Today, the work of an elected official is more involved and much more complex than what is was a generation ago or even a few years ago! In preparing

Roy Rost to become your Commissioner, I have become familiar with many aspects of County Government including budgeting, communications, ethical behavior, road issues, bridges, the airport, the care of County property, the boards, the appointment process, taxes, Human Resources, law enforcement, rural and city fire departments, the correctional facility, 911, EMS, dispatch, parks and playgrounds, building

permits, the landfill, County health and hospital, development, and weed control to name a few. It is my desire and goal as a Commissioner to work with the current Commissioners to enhance County Government by finding ways to conduct government business more efficiently and effectively by finding ways to eliminate waste so that tax dollars are spent wisely! “Management is doing things right. Leadership is doing the right things.” -Warren Bennis

Roy Rost

The pressing concerns of the people of Fallon County always come before any political or personal goals of the Commission. Fallon County citizens have personally approached me with concerns such as the shortfall of oil revenue and the maintenance of our infrastructure. These issues fall within the jurisdic-

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tion of the county commissioners so I am eager to direct my attention to them as well as any other concerns that arise. Citizens from both sides of all issues will be heard and listened to, and any decisions I make will be made on behalf of all of the citizens of Fallon County. The commissioners are responsible for the county’s budget, and I will be dedicated to see that each dollar is spent wisely and responsibly to maintain and further improve Fallon County. However, the question posed specifically refers to the areas of government to be attended to. It is important to note that, although the commissioners budget for many government offices, they do not directly determine all county policies or areas of county government. A number of county of-

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The year’s last, loveliest smile. - William Cullen Bryant

A beautiful wooden bench is reminder of a generous, caring community. (Photo by Sherry Vogel)

Beauty from ashes By Sherry Vogel A beautiful bench stands as a reminder of resilience, hope and new life following the June11 tornado in Baker. Local resident Jerry Losing would drive past the area hardest hit by the tornado, on

his way to and from work, each day after the storm. He watched as crews were busy in a major clean-up effort to remove enormous piles of debris left in the storm’s aftermath. One day Jerry noticed a

number of wooden beams lying on the west side of the yard where the Zink’s home had once sat. Jerry’s creative juices began to flow. He contacted Elaine and asked if he could have one of those

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Wild Game Feed/Stan Wagner Memorial Scheduled for Nov. 19 in Baker By Sherry Vogel The 13th annual Wild Game Feed will take place at the Fallon County Fair Grounds, in Baker, on Nov. 19, beginning at 4p.m. This free will donation meal, served from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., will consist of a large selection of wild meats, assured to please any palate. This large variety of meat ranges from moose, Big Horn sheep, black bear, elk, deer, and antelope to buffalo. New recipes this year are buffalo meatballs and mountain lion baked beans. These tempting dishes will be served

along with regular favorites of antelope stroganoff, moose spaghetti and two types of chili: Big Horn and black bear. New and classic games will give men, women and youth the chance to win hunting and fishing prizes. Prizes include hunting bows, outdoor equipment and numerous other prizes. There will be 48 guns raffled or auctioned off. These incredible guns range from an amazingly beautiful Winchester/Browning Super grade .270 which boasts a stunning solid maple stock to a Henry

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1877 original 44-40. This popular charitable event will benefit local nonprofit organizations. This year’s recipients are Camp Needmore (west of Ekalaka), Marmarth Historical Society, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, (Marmarth), and The Sons of the American Legion (Baker). The event promises to be a lot of fun for young and old alike. Everyone is encouraged to come out and have a good time. Eat, play games, share your latest hunting stories and support a good cause. Autumn display on the eastside - Baker neighborhood. (Photo by Sherry Vogel)

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FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, Nov. 3, 2006 -Michael “Mike” Haynes accepted the position of Highway Patrolman for the Fallon County area and has been on the job since October 7. . .Picture: Baker Spartans victorious over Cougars. . .Anita Hayden and Presley Straub are the Spartans of the Week. . . Spartans advance to quarter-finals. The Spartan football team opened the football playoffs with a hard fought 38-18 victory over a very athletic Columbus team Saturday October 28. . .Baker Cub Scouts, Baker Girl Scouts and Gamma Beta Sorority held their annual Halloween Party and Pumpkins Alive Contest at the Fairgrounds October 29. Games were provided by the Scouts for the kids. . .Lower natural gas prices expected this winter. . .The Whichway Quilting Shop, coowned by Gini Knipfer and Shari Singer, conducts machine quilting classes, and classes are now in session throughout the month. . .Jessica Wagner of Baker, daughter of Jake and Wendy Wagner, brought down a big 6x6 bull elk October 30. This is her first elk. . .Jake and Wendy Wagner of Baker have purchased the Baker Club from Sheila O’Conner. They took over the business July 1. . . One gallon dairy fresh milk skim or 1% at Reynolds Market $2.19. 20 YEARS AGO Friday, Nov. 1, 1996 -Nov. 5 residents of Fallon County will be entering polling places to vote in the 1996 General Election. Local candidates for county commissioner are Allen Rustad, incumbent, and William Duffield, opposing candidate. . .Voting notes: There are 2,037 registered voters in Fal-

lon County, Delilas Herbst holds the record for being the longest continuously registered voter in Fallon County. She first registered to vote June 17, 1937. She is one of nine people who registered in 1937. . .Chelsey Sander, daughter of Wayne and Gaye Sander, competed in the 1996 NFL Gatorade Punt, Pass and Kick Eastern Montana sectional at Glendive Oct. 6. Chelsy took first in the 10-11 year old girls with her three scores totaling 135’ 7”. . .Reynolds Supermarket November Employee of the Month is Ken Schell. . .Pigskin Picks Football contest winner last week was Wyatt Uecker. . .Edith Carlson celebrated her 86th birthday Oct. 28. 30 YEARS AGO Thursday, Oct. 30, 1986 -Mr. and Mrs. Bill Jesperson will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary Nov. 9. . .Avenue Floral is now under the new ownership of Gloria Boggs. . .Insurance Store, Inc. has purchased the commercial farm and ranch and personal lines insurance business from Stieg & Associates, Inc. Dale Boggs, Linda Groshans and Jodie Hoenke invite you to the Insurance Store located in the Bank of Baker starting Nov. 3. . .Groshans Jewelry is having a pre-Christmas sale Thursday - Saturday on all Black Hills gold jewelry. . .A high voter turnout is expected Tuesday for the General Election. Local candidates include: State Representatives Leo Giacometto vs. Earl Smith; State Senators - James Shaw vs. Hubert Abrams; Commissioners - Delane Beach, Ronald Shepherd, Rodger Myhre and Llewell Johnson; Clerk and Recorder - Mary Lee Dietz, Vera Kuger; Sheriff - Roland

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“Red” Hickey, Roddy Rost, Leland Gundlach and Gene Hermann, Treasurer - Fay Koenig and Brenda Fadenburgh. 40 YEARS AGO Thursday, Oct. 28, 1976 -Ismay has a new family on the Jim O’Connell ranch. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Crago, his father and brother bought the ranch and Bruce and Linda will live on it. The Cragos hail from Belle Fourche. . .Mrs. John Weinschrott went to Billings to celebrate her 89th birthday Oct. 24 with all six of her children at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Helen Buzzetti. . .Officers elected at the Fallon County Planning Board meeting were Gordon Quenzer, president; Mylen Bohle, vice president; and Mary Lee Dietz, secretary. . .The fire department building is completely finished on the outside. . . “A European Evening” was enjoyed by people attending the concert last night when seven people touring seven countries gave their impressions of the foreign lands they visited. Miss Linda Meyer, Cindy Uttke, Lori Keirle, Roy Wood, Patti Randash, Terri Anderson and Brenda Culver were the tourists. 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, Nov. 3, 1966 -Baker Spartans eliminated Circle from the Eastern Class B championship race 45-33 here Friday night. . .RowlandThomas Co. of Miles City has purchased the accounting interests of the Baker Accounting Service from Walter Ehman. The local manager Gary Syljuberget, moved from his Harriet Street office to the former Ehman office. . .Gene Huntley, Glenn Rugg, Art Meccage and Arnold Falkenstern, candidates for the Montana State Legislature, were members of a panel to discuss problems of education in Montana at Terry, Nov. 1. . .Harvey Kile has again donated three steers to the Fallon Creek Cowbelles which have been sold and the money will be used for their tourist kits. 60 YEARS AGO Thursday, Nov. 1, 1956 -New cars for 1957 are making their appearance in Baker and Fallon County and all are equipped with plenty of horses, new lines and beauty. . .Leo Riddle, secretary of the Baker Men’s Club, stated Wednesday that at a meeting of the board of directors, Martin Tommerdahl, long time member and a wheel in the club’s affairs agreed to accept management of the club and bar in Baker. . .Sunday after-

noon the 4-H leader delegation from Fallon and Carter Counties left for Billings to attend a 4-H district leaders conference. Those attending from Fallon and Carter Counties were Roger Nies, Folas Lurch, Harry Logar and Lee Rovig, county agent-at-large. . .Joe Steffes, Jr., owner of the local Gamble Store, announces their fifth anniversary sale starting today. . .Postmaster Carl Lentz, says he has word of several bids being presented for a new post office building for Baker. 70 YEARS AGO Thursday, Oct. 31, 1946 -The Kit Kat Klub opened Oct. 25. Proprietors, Vera and Bill Campbell, advertise lunches, ice cream and dancing with no cover change or dance fee. Primarily operated for teenagers. . .Mr. and Mrs. Fred Eswald and children plan to leave this week for their new home in Pillager, Minn. They have sold their farm north of Westmore where they have lived the past 21 years. . .Sheep men are a weary lot at least those expecting to ship stock a week ago. There are a dozen bands camped on the way to Baker. Harold Patton of Mill Iron gave up the other day and hooked a tractor onto his truck and came into Baker to wait until the weather cleared up. While the highways are passable, side roads are bogged down with snow and slush everywhere. 1.04 inches of moisture was reported for the week. . .Charles Hayes spent the weekend in the Twin Cities and had a get-together with former classmates Marilyn Weeks, Jeanette Venell and Rosemary Pleissner, all are attending college. . .Mrs. A. W. Callen is manager of the Bagley Elevator. 80 YEARS AGO Thursday, Nov. 5, 1936 -A special meeting of the board of trustees of District 12 was held at the high school to open bids for building a new addition on the high school building. Gaton & Co. of Billings were low bidders and were awarded the contract amounting to $228,681. . .Guy Wilson, employee at the local Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., was promoted to managership at Shelby. The Wilsons sold their residence to John Wild. . .The marriage of Miss Irene Myhre, daughter of Odin Myhre of Baker, and Max Hansen of Cresbard, S.D., took place in Baker Saturday afternoon. The ceremony took place at the home of the bride’s sister, Mrs. Elmer Newell, Rev. J. E. Nelson officiated.

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Bakers, Dr. Pottertons and Bob Yokley families. Talks were given by R. Nelstad, Miles City; C. C. Ayers, Ismay, Pickering of Ekalaka; Wm. Tope, Terry; V. S. Himsl of Plevna; and Denzil Young of Baker.

Weather Vane Oct 19 42 28 0.19 Oct 20 58 29 Oct 21 62 35 Oct 22 65 36 Oct 23 58 27 Oct 24 54 35 Oct 25 61 34 YTD Moisture - 16.73

100 Years ago Fallon County Times Successor to the Fallonite Printed weekly at Baker, Montana, in the interest of the people. Butte H. Tipton, Publisher Entered at the Postoffice at Baker, Montana, as Second Class Matter Two dollars the year, strictly in advance The Fallon County Times will be 100 years old in May 2016. Following are a couple of stories from back then.

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New laundry for Baker The Lloyd Laundry, formerly owned and run by David Lloyd, is now open for business and will assume the name of Baker Laundry, managed by H. E. Mount. Mr. Mount is a pioneer of the state of Mont. and Fallon county and needs no introduction to the people of Baker. Baker citizens extend to him a hearty hand of welcome.

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Water system will be best yet Work has commenced on the construction of a water supply system for Marmarth. The system when completed will consist of two ten inch artesian wells, each two hundred feet deep. A concrete pumping station, a concrete collecting reservoir and an elevated steel tank. The pumping station will be equipped with electrically operated power pumps, the power for which will be furnished by the recently installed light plant. Oil burning engines will also be provided as auxiliary power equipment. The concrete reservoir now under construction, will be forty-two feet in diameter and ten feet high. It will be covered with a conical shaped roof. The steel pressure tank will be erected on a steel tower one hundred and thirty feet high, which will provide an ample pressure for fire purposes. The system of piping will cover all of the city south of the railroad. The wells, and all of the structures are located on a tract of ground, purchased by the city from the Milwaukee Land company, and lying just south of the lots occupied by the Carpenter-Webster Lumber company, on Main Street. The system was designed by Cory & DuBois of this city, and the Security Bridge company, of Billings, have the contract for the construction.

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Brick company to corporate Plans of organization with a goodly portion of the necessary capital already subscribed is the record of the Baker Brick Company at the time of going to press. The company is being incorporated with a capital stock of $25,000 divided into two 250 shares of $100 each. Numberous tests have been made of our various clays by brick concerns and the feasibility of the proposition is beyond question. We have the clay of superior quality. Clay to make a variety of products that will by far excel anything that has been produced in this “neck-o-the-woods”. Pressed brick, common brick, sewer pipe, building tile and paving brick. The industry will add greatly to Baker prosperity. Brick will be cheaper for building than lumber. It will be better as it will be indestructible; insurance will cost less; fires will be fewer and less destructive; paint bills will be cut in two; houses will be warmer in the winter time and cooler in the summer and life will be more comfortable. Money will be spent at home in the manufacture of brick as building material that is now invested with the lumber companies on the coast. Judging from the samples we have seen, the brick made from our local clays, there will be a market for them upon their own merits. Quality of the product will enable the company to ship far and near and to get practically their own price on account of the quality they maintain. The plant will be in operation early in the spring.

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90 YEARS AGO Thursday, Nov. 4, 1926 -Thirty-five Montana counties reduce levies in 1926. Fallon County leads with a reduction of 8.25 mills. . .Undersheriff Frankland and C. O. Wright went to Miles City Thursday where the undersheriff had his wounded arm examined. Doctors said it would be some time before his arm would heal as there were several bullets imbedded which would have to work out. . .Among Baker people who attended the Powder River bridge celebration Sunday were J. O. Christophers, the Burrells, Grants, Hills, Proctors, L. E.

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FRIDAY, OCOTBER 28, 2016 -

Legal Tip of the Week

Bench Continued from page 1 beams. She consented. Jerry and his son, Spencer, went to the site and cut sections from the 27’ heavy beam. The beam, which was one of six open exposed beams that had once supported and decorated the ceiling of the contemporary style home, were none the less for wear, bearing the scars of being tossed around like match sticks on that fateful day. Jerry went to work designing a piece of furniture that he would gift to Merlin and Elaine in memory of their home. He decided a bench would be a nice project. Others in town offered to contribute to this touching tribute. Baker Metal donated wide pieces of flat iron steel

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The flat iron steel legs were donated by Baker Metal and Recycling. (Photo by Sherry Vogel)

which comprised the bench’s legs. Don Dilworth, local wood worker, lent his expertise as Jerry consulted him in regards to showcasing the wood in its best form. The Zink’s were surprised and touched by the heartwarming gift that Jerry delivered to them just recently. Elaine shared, “This bench is such a wonderful gift. It is a nice reminder of our home.” The bench, which is crafted in a contemporary style mimics

the clean straight lines depicted in the Zink’s former contemporary style house. She added, “It is such a reminder of how generous and caring those in the Baker community are. What an amazing gift Jerry gave us.” *The Zink’s destroyed home was originally built in 1959, by Einar Tronstad and was his family’s home until the 1970’s.

that a Judge can issue an “Order of Protection” against someone even if no criminal charges are made? The Order can help protect survivors of family disputes and can even force the offender to attend counseling or mediation. Even if you have a “No Contact Order”, an “Order of Protection” may help protect you even further. For more information, please visit the Domestic Violence section of www.MontanaLawHelp.org. If you can't find the information you want, click on the LiveHelp button. Or call the Montana Legal Services Association HelpLine at 1-800666-6899.

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Eli Thomas Ferrel Grant and Kim Ferrel of Black Hawk, S.D. are proud to announce the birth of their son, Eli Thomas. Eli was born Aug. 29, 2016, at Rapid City Regional Hospital, Rapid City, S.D. He weighed 9 pounds 6 ounces and was 22.3 inches long. Eli’s happy grandparents are David and Marlene Ferrel of Kalispell and TJ and Karen Beckman of Sturgis, S.D.

Continued from page 1 ficials are elected directly by the people of the county, thus these officials answer to the people, and the commissioners have little or no say in how those offices are run. That being said, it is certainly an important part of the commissioners’ job to maintain positive relationships with other elected county officials, and I will certainly do my best to foster those relationships. As your county commissioner, I will have no personal agenda; my only goal is to fulfill the duties delegated to me to the best of my ability in order to serve the people of Fallon County.

2016 Participating Businesses for Downtown Trick-or-Treat/Trunk-or-Treat Lady Spartans Fallon Medical Center Baker CowBelles Lakeview Country Club Brightside Daycare Superior Care (4-5:30 p.m.) Nursing Home (4-5 p.m.) All 4 U Flowers Baker Rexall Drug Spirits Plus Moms Laundry SMART Insurance Store J&M Lumber Runnings Russell’s Clothing Corner Bar Napa

Bank of Baker Thee Garage Baker Ace Hardware GETIM Here Fallon County Times (4-5 p.m.) CarQuest Lions Club Continental Reynolds Baker Club Simply Chic Newell Broadcasting Mid-Rivers Communications Adamson’s and Sons Townsend Accounting Prairie Fuels Willow Day Spa

Allied Plumbing G&G Garbage Sew What Big Sky Mini Barns Farmers Union Oil Co. HKT Motors Roy Rost The Box Tomahawk Services Fallon County Credit Union Thee Body Shop Fallon County Fire Dept. Trendline Equipment Nicole Benefiel Baker Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture

Thirteen people came out to play pinochle Oct. 23 at the Baker Senior Citizen Center. There were three tables of three players and one table of four players. Winners were Jay Gregory won twice, Alvina Varner and Gwen Setinc. Pinochle will be played again next Sunday, Oct. 30, at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Citizen Center.

Trunk or Treat Trunk or Treat on Halloween, Monday, Oct. 31 at the Youth Center from 5 7:30 p.m. Plenty of candy for kids as well as free sloppy joes, hotdogs, hot chocolate and apple cider available to everyone.

Fallon County Timely-Tips By Sherry Vogel Halloween is an exciting, fun time for children and families. Although humans enjoy this annual event it can cause beloved pets a lot of stress. Noises, smells, trick-or-treaters at the door and people in costumes can overwhelm many pets. Here are 10 tips to help keep your furry best friends safe and secure this Halloween: #1. Trick-or-treat candies are not for pets. All forms of chocolate - especially baking or dark chocolate - are dangerous, even lethal, for dogs and cats. Sugar free candies may be especially hazardous as they may contain the artificial sweetener, xylitol, which is lethal if given to dogs #2. Don’t leave pets out in the yard on Halloween. Surprisingly, vicious pranksters have been known to tease, injure, steal and even kill pets on Halloween night. #3. Keep pets confined and away from the door. Not only will your door be constantly opening and closing on Halloween, but also strangers will be dressed in unusual costumes and yelling loudly for their candy. This may be a treat for pet owners, but can prove to be downright scary for pets. #4. Don’t keep lit pumpkins around pets. Should they get too close, they run the risk of burning themselves or knocking it over and causing a fire. #5. Keep wires and electric light cords out of reach. If chewed, your pets could cut him or herself on shards of glass or plastic, or receive a possibly life-threatening electric shock. #6. Don’t dress your pet in a costume unless your pet is comfortable in it. If you dress Muffy or Sweetie in a costume, make sure it does not constrict their movement, hearing or their ability to breathe, bark or meow. #7. Try on pet costumes before the big night. If your pet seems distressed, allergic or shows abnormal behavior, consider letting them go in their “birthday suit”. Festive bandanas work well too. #8. Pets should have proper identification. If your cat or dog should escape and become lost, having the proper identification will increase the chances that they will be returned. Just make sure the tag information is up-to-date or they have an embedded microchip. * In the Baker area; Lisa, Eastern Montana Humane Society has a microchip scanner. She may be reached at 406-891-2436. #9. When going out trick-or-treating, leave your dog at home. Dogs can be easily excited by the Halloween commotion, and a bite or a lost dog will quickly end the evening’s fun. #10. After Halloween, keep your children’s candy stored in a safe place. Unless you are observing, small children may make the harmful mistake of sharing with their four-legged friends. *Source: American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA).

Fallon County Emergency Medical Services EMT Class. Pre-course meeting will be held Wednesday, November 9, 2016 If you have ever wanted to make a difference or wanted to help out your community this opportunity may be for you. Our organization strives to be professional and committed to providing quality Emergency Medical Services that meet the needs of our community. Please join me on November 9th At the Fallon County EMS Station 13 W. Fallon Ave. • 7:00 p.m. We will discuss the Montana State requirements and licensing process to become an Emergency Care Provider.

Lisa Mitchell, EMS DIRECTOR 406-778-2204 or 406-939-4410 (cell)

Write in Roy Rost for

Fallon County Commissioner

• Honesty • Integrity • Common Sense Solutions “I am not a politician. I am a lifelong resident of Fallon County invested in the health and success of our community.

I’m asking for your vote on November 8 so I can serve you as your next County Commissioner.” Find Roy Rost on Facebook at Facebook.com/WriteInRoyRost

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Editorial . . . The rest of the minutes… ‘Gotta Question’ has never been the most popular Fallon County Times column for a governing party as it gives “We the People” a confidential platform to be heard without fear of retaliation or repercussion. In fact, the column was created in 1990’s for just that purpose, in essence to help keep the government transparent and accountable to the people it serves. A governing party might even come to appreciate such a column’s function, as it offers an elected official or any other entity in service ‘to the people’, a vehicle in which to gauge public reaction and popular opinion regarding any decision they’ve made, that affects the community. Such a column also offers an opportunity to address and set a record straight, which quiets rumors and gossip, on any particular subject. If for no other reason, it helps the elected official to prepare himself for his reelection or defeat at the polls. In the past month, the public began to ask questions concerning aspects of local government. In Issue #40 of the Fallon County Times dated Sept. 30, 2016, two different questions were asked inquiring who Jason Rittal is in local government. Since Rittal, the newly hired County Development Advisor is playing such a prominent role in Fallon County government the Times chose to feature him in a front page story. Most all professional interviews take place in the reporter’s office at the Fallon County Times office, as was this particular interview. The interview was conducted, in the customary manner, with all major questions presented to the interviewee in written form. The article is then written using the interviewee’s answers as they were written, unedited. This has become a standard practice so the interviewee’s written answer is documentation. It also eliminates the possibility of a misquote or error coming to print. The ‘Gotta Question’ confidential question itself, submitted from the public, is written just as submitted minus any curse words or grammatical errors. Oftentimes the submitting party

asks the Times to correct any of their grammatical errors. ‘Gotta Question’ questions that are unfounded, blatant attempts of defamation of character or slander never make it to print because the Times purpose is never to attack an individual, but instead to discuss ideas. After a question is asked, it is then fielded to the most appropriate authority on that particular subject, whether that is a county or city official, a school representative, a personnel department, or a board member, chair, etc. The party answering the ‘Gotta Question’ is always identified in the answer; unlike anyone contributing to a news story, because by law, they may choose to remain anonymous. If the party answering a question knowingly and fully aware they are speaking with a reporter, who has identified himself/herself as media, then that person is responsible to decide whether they are the appropriate person to answer or perhaps pass the question on to another individual. After an article comes to print, if there is a correction or a need for clarification for anything written and then published in the Times, it is customary for the party to notify or come into the Times to help clear-up any misunderstanding. The Times has always been and remains committed to admitting any error or misquote that they make. An apology and correction is then printed on the front page of the publication taking responsibility for the error. In reference to the Commissioner’s minutes in the Oct. 21 edition of the Times, referenced under the Commissioner’s minutes of October 6, it is almost unfathomable that a governing party would take 19 minutes of taxpayers time/money to discuss “errors and misquotes” they alleged to have been printed in the Times, then imply in print that it is a fact without having invited the reporter/writer of the article to the discussion. Now I understand why the well-known conservative talk show host, Paul Harvey, ended his editorials in those now famous words ….. “And that’s……. the rest of the story.”

Take aim with Fallon County 4-H Shooting Sports Shooting Sports is a safe, fun, and challenging activity that can become a lifelong passion to be shared with the entire family. The safe and responsible use of firearms and archery equipment is the primary focus of the 4-H Shooting Sports. Fallon County Shooting Sports

will be offering the following shooting sports disciplines starting in Nov. at the Fallon County Indoor Shooting Range. Mondays starting Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. Small Bore (.22) Rifle Tuesdays & Wednesdays starting November 8 at 6 p.m. Air Rifle, Air Pistol, and Archery

Youth Interested in participating will need to be nine years old by Oct. 1, and be enrolled in the project. For more information on these projects or how to enroll in 4-H please contact the Fallon/Carter Extension Office at 406-778-7110.

National 4-H Week window displays Fallon County 4-Hers joined youth from across the nation in observing National 4-H Week, Oct. 2 -8, 2016. Locally, Fallon County 4-H clubs observe this week in various ways. One way they observed National 4-H Week was to create window displays. Local 4-H clubs set up these displays to promote the fun and learning involved in 4-H to their community. A panel of two local citizens judged the displays on creativity, “4-H” or 4-H emblem being visible, depiction of the “4-H Grown” theme, and overall appearance. Winner of the first place

window display was the Country Pals 4-H Club. Their display could be seen in the window of Blonde Streak Boutique. Red Butte Ramblers placed second and their display could be seen in the window of All 4 U Flowers. Tumbling Tumbleweeds placed third with their window display at Scissor Wizard. Country Cousins placed fourth and their display could be seen in the window of the J & M Lumber. Kidz-N-Kritters placed fifth, their window display was located at Baker Furniture. Look at the local 4-H program and you will find young people taking the lead in addressing today’s

challenges. 4-H is where our youth explore, learn and discover in a safe environment. In 4-H, youth find their true passions, gain confidence, and give back to their community. Now is the perfect time to become involved in 4-H if you have not already. Each fall, 4-H clubs re-organize and enroll new members and leaders. 4-H leaders are available to answer your questions about becoming a volunteer leader or joining 4-H as a member. For more information, please contact Elin Kittelmann or Kodie Olsen at 406-778-7110.

Trick not Treat 2016; E-cigarettes and Youth! Halloween is just around the corner, and while costumes, decorations, and horror movies are sure to generate scares, there is a new trend that is even more terrifying. Our young people are increasingly turning to new types of tobacco and nicotine products. Tobacco use and addiction mostly begin during adolescence. Nicotine exposure during adolescence can cause addiction, might harm brain development, and could lead to sustained tobacco product use. Montana’s teen cigarette smoking rates are currently at all-time lows, which is news to celebrate. But as conventional cigarette use falls, vap-

ing is on the rise. Tobacco Prevention Specialist Julie Russell states that, “According to the 2015 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 30 percent of MT high school students reported using a vapor product within the last 30 days.” That is more than double the 13 percent youth cigarettesmoking rate in Montana. It is no wonder these products are attracting younger users. Many of them feature youth-friendly flavors, like banana cream pie or chocolate peanut butter. According to the CDC, seven in 10 middle and high school students—approximately 18 million young people in U.S.—see e-cigarette advertising in stores, on-

line, newspapers and magazines, on television and in movies, which has been shown to increase youth initiation of these products. You can learn more by visiting tobaccofree.mt.gov. Contact your state and local decision makers to support state prevention efforts, and share with them the problem of youth and nicotine addiction. Free coaching is available to help tobacco users quit through www.QuitNowMontana.com or 1-800-QUITNOW and www.MTAmericanIndianQuitLine.com or 1-855-372-0037. Don’t be tricked by Big Tobacco, get involved today!

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I’m Dave Havens,

On June 7, 2016, you the citizens of Fallon County voted in the Primary Election selecting me to represent you as Commissioner for District Two. Thank you for your vote of confidence! I am honored to have your vote of trust! For over the past year, you have seen my name, Dave Havens, written in the Fallon County Commission minutes posted in the Fallon County Times. My dedication during the past year with regards to my “on the job training” has helped me to learn and understand what the job entails. I have already acquired substantial background knowledge! You the citizens of Fallon County know and understand my commitment to the position of a County Commissioner. During the last few months, I have spoken, and put in writing, many of my thoughts and concerns about the position of a County Commissioner. I have also listened to you the people throughout the County. Thus, I have come to the conclusion, and it is my belief, that the position of County Commissioner necessitates a full time commitment. Therefore, to do justice to the duties and responsibilities of the job, I would now like to reinforce my commitment to you the citizens of Fallon County. I do consider the position of a County Commissioner to be a full time job! In addition, I have made the commitment to you that I have the time and experience to be a full time Commissioner. I do not have any personal, family or work related issues that will keep me from fulfilling my commitment to you! My experience and knowledge will be dedicated to the fulltime position of fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a Fallon County Commissioner! Having travelled throughout Fallon County, Baker and Plevna, I have had the opportunity to engage in a variety of conversations with several of the people in this County. Many of those conversations centered around: the duties and pay of a County Commissioner should warrant the position to be a full time position. In response, I have expressed that it is my intention to have posted hours allowing me to be in office during the morning hours when the Commission is not in session. I believe this will allow for any and all citizens of the County to freely come in to visit. Furthermore, it provides an opportunity to express any concerns or issues that could or should be addressed by the Commission in full. This time would also allow you the citizens, whom I serve, the time to express your thoughts on how I am executing my duties and also how the Commission in whole is accomplishing and fulfilling the duties and responsibilities as Commissioners of Fallon County. I also realize that many people do not always have the time to come into the office during the morning hours. That is why I have stated that during the afternoons I will go out into, and throughout, the County to come and visit with you! I have the time and dedication to travel and meet with you. As your County Commissioner, I will make it my duty, but more so, my desire, to freely communicate with you the citizens of Fallon County, and beyond. I will make myself available to listen to you the citizens! I understand that it will be to my benefit to know and understand the “voice and conscience” of the County. I intend to make known your concerns, not only at our local Commission meetings, but also at the State and Federal level. I will utilize my experience to bring forth the “voice and conscience” of Fallon County to Helena and beyond! I have the experience to lobby for you! I can, and will, work closely with the current commissioners to carry out the duties and responsibilities of a Commissioner. I know and understand that it is my duty to serve you; and to you the citizens, I know I will be held accountable!

I am now asking you, once again, to VOTE DAVE HAVENS for Fallon County Commissioner by simply filling in the oval next to my printed name on the ballot. Again, and in advance of the General Election on November 8, 2016, thank you for your vote of confidence!

VOTE EXPERIENCE! VOTE DAVE HAVENS!

Dave Havens

Paid for by Dave Havens, Box 1186, Baker, MT 59313 • Republican Candidate for County Commissioner, District Two

FALLON COUNTY TIMES

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2016 -

Baker, Montana welcomes you to the

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(l-r) Amaya LaFrainier, Shelby Jordan, Abigail Dudley, Emma Dudley, Taylor Robinson, Sydney Craig, Addy Valdez, Trinity Lewandowski, Alicia Miller, Kya Egan, Chasitie Rollins, Madison Bighorn, and Constance Rollins. Coached by Angie Currier, Kami Egan, and Stephanie Currier Managers: Angel Yu, Bailey Menahan, Teyvian Arpan, and Lexie Acton

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Cassie Dubois, Kailen Hlad, Kira Thompson, Taylor Wasserburger, Dannon Purkett, Morgan Martens, Mykaila Jensen, Alexis Bell, Morgan Hubbard, Hali Adams, Amanda Brewer, Reana Pederson Managers: Katie Friez, Hannah Blackwell Alternates: Alyson Hlad, Sydney Mohr,

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FALLON COUNTY TIMES

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2016

Spartans Fall Short of the Colts By Andrew Craft and Dalton Herbst The Baker Spartans traveled to Colstrip on Friday, Oct. 21, and came up just short of the Colts 12-13. In the first quarter, the Spartans scored on an 80 yard pass from Luke Gonsioroski to Cleet Wrzesinski, but the 2 point conversion failed, putting the Spartans in front of the Colts 6-0. The Spartan defense held the Colstrip Colts the rest of the first quarter keeping the Spartans in the lead 6-0. During the second quarter, the Spartans scored again with a 20 yard pass from Luke Gonsioroski to Cleet Wrzesinski, and the PAT run failed again. The Colts and the Spartans battled their way to halftime keeping the score 12-0. In the third quarter, the Spartans held the Colstrip Colts to one score putting the

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October/November score 12-7. The Spartans 31 - Breakfast pizza, egg, fruit could not get anything to- 1 - Donut, yogurt, fruit gether during the 4th quarter, 2 - Pancake, egg, fruit and the Colstrip Colts scored 3 - Bacon, egg, toast, fruit 4 - No School another touchdown putting the score 12-13 with the ColLunch strip Colts in the lead. The October/November Spartans just couldn’t get into 31 - Hotdogs, beans, fruit, snack the end zone, and lost by one. 1 - Taco Tuesday, lettuce/tomatoes, mandarins Angus Lund was 18/66 2 - Mac and cheese, meatballs, apples, bun 3 - Chicken bites, lo mein noodles, mixed veggie, oranges yards. The Spartans passed 8- 4 - No School 15/213 yards with 2 intercepMenu subject to change. tions. Cleet Wrzesinski received 5/180 yards and Kadon Gentilini was 3/33 yards. Defensively, Angus Lund had 12 tackles, Josh Stutts 10 tackles, and Andrew Craft - 8 tackles. Cleet Wrzesinski had 1 Interception for 20 yards. Josh Stutts and Dustin Rost each had 1 QB sack. The Spartans will travel to Missoula to play the Loyola Rams on Saturday, Oct. 29, for the first round of play-offs. The game begins at 1 p.m.

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Good Luck at District Volleyball! Front Row: Amber Durden, Wrenzi Wrzesinski, Madison Reddick, Maryssa Rusley, Alivia Schultz, Melissa Breitbach, Scotti Robinson, Lexi Hartse, Hannah Gonsioroski, Macee Hadley. Back Row: Morgan Miller, Halle Burdick, Katie Wang, Scotti Robinson, Madison Moore, Sheyanne Janeway, Katelynn Afrank, Manager Ashley Rost. Coached by Nicki Reissig, Jessica Boggs, and Kelsey Stewart, Manager Breanna Miller

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2016

F.W. “Bob” Dahlman

Donald Dean Lamb Donald Dean Lamb was born April 13, 1939, in Bowman, N.D. to Ainslee D. and Hattie Mae (Pratt) Lamb and passed away Oct. 11, 2016 in Casper, Wyo., due to Pulmonary Fibrosis and double pneumonia. He grew up on the family farm southwest of Rhame, N.D., attending the Sunset Butte school. He drove gravel truck for Melvin Miller and constructed Butler Grain Bins, for Bill Austin, in the Rhame and Bowman areas. In 1960 he worked on oil rigs around Baker, Mont. On May 17, 1960, he married Elizabeth D’Alene Willman in Baker, Mont. To this union three children were born: Norman Dean, Fred Whitfield, and Lisa Marie. He worked for several ranches in the western N.D., S.D. and eastern Mont. area before becoming a janitor at the First National Bank in Miles City, Mont. He worked for the Schlumberger Well Service Company until they closed their Miles City office. He then went to the Casper, Wyo. area and worked for Wireline, Inc/Gearhart Industries as a truck driver/rig hand, then regional mechanic covering their trucks in shops from Farmington, N.M. to Williston, N.D., and points between, until they closed shop in Casper. He then went back to his original passion of ranch life and mechanizing as ranch mechanic for the Coal Creek Sheep Co. More recently, he

was enjoying retirement, his grandchildren and great grandchildren, fishing, hunting and dancing. Donald was preceded in death by: his parents; sisters: Betty Jean Olsen, Ina Mae Heick and Diana Beverlin; brothers-inlaw Larry Olsen, Emil Krause and Mike Beverlin; and daughter-in-law Carla Jo (McMahan) Lamb, nephews: Andrew Maychrzak, Brian Lamb, Clint Krause; cousins: Kenneth and Tom Holman. Donald is survived by sisters: Dolly Krause, Rhame, and Alberta (Jack) Maychrzak, Bowman, N.D.; brothers: Ed, Miles City, and William “Bill” of Ariz.; daughter: Lisa (Bill) Vroman of Plevna, Mont.; sons: Norman and Fred Lamb, Casper, Wyo.; grandsons: Dean (Lexi) Lamb with Danica Jo; Brandon (Stephanie) Lamb with Kiersten and Jovie, all of Casper, Wyo.; grandson Don Brown, and granddaughter Trista (Matt Wheeler) Brown, Plevna, Mont., and numerous nieces and nephews. His wish was cremation with interment to be in the Tuttle Cemetery at Rhame, N.D. A memorial service was held Oct. 15, at 11 a.m. at the Alcova Baptist Church, Alcova, Wyo. Interment will be at a later date at Rhame, N.D. Bustard’s Funeral Home, Casper, Wyo.

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Funeral Services for F.W. “Bob” Dahlman, 101, of Baker were held Oct. 25, 2016 at the American Lutheran Church in Baker with Pastor Avis Anderson officiating. Burial was in the Custer County Cemetery in Miles City, MT. Bob passed away on Oct. 20, 2016 at the Fallon Medical Complex in Baker, MT. F.W. “Bob” was born on April 6, 1915 on the family farm near Angela, Mont. in Rosebud County, the son of Fred W. and Minnie (Behnke) Dahlman. He attended country school in Angela through the 8th grade and later worked on farms in the surrounding area. At the age of 20 years, he moved to Baker, Mont. where he continued to do farm work and also helped his brother, Ivan, farm. He married Irene Pitsor in 1937 and they had one son, Bruce. Together Bob and Irene also raised Bob’s nieces Sharon and Dorothy from a young age. Bob continued to farm in the summers with his brother, Ivan, and helped his brother-in-law, Leif Holmlund, at the furniture store in Baker during the winters. Bob helped Leif build a motel in Baker. He purchased that motel, adding more units, to become the Dahlman Motel from 1943 to 1955. Bob started a Chevrolet dealership in Baker, known as D & A Chevrolet, with a partner, Gary Agler, in 1961. He bought out Gary in 1968. Bob’s wife, Irene, died in 1970. At that time they were helping to raise Sharon’s son, Steve Baldwin. Steve continued to live with Bob throughout his school days and a lifelong bond was formed. Bob married Rosemarie Cameron in 1977. Together they worked at D & A Chevrolet until retiring in 1985. Rosemarie and Bob enjoyed many years together traveling. In his later years, Bob lived with Sharon, and Steve & Tami, for two years before becoming a resident of the FMC Nursing Home in 2013.

Bob was a member of the American Lutheran Church in Baker. He enjoyed playing the banjo, mandolin, card games, especially cribbage, and spending time with his family and friends. Bob was an avid sports fan and spent many years providing transportation for their children and other team players to their various sporting events. Bob was a very good father to Bruce, Sharon, Dorothy (Pete), and Steve. He would always listen if they needed to tell him something. Bob was honest and fair, and always tried to help them reason out their problems. He had a personal code of honor that surpassed all the “Rules and Regulations”. Bob always had a good word to say about everyone he met in life, he will always be remembered for his kindness and fairness to all. Survivors include his wife, Rosemarie of 38 years, Baker, MT; and her children, Glen (Marilyn) Cameron, Columbus, Missouri, Susan (Boyd) Plummer, Carlyle, MT and Gary (Denise) Cameron, Silverton, OR; a daughter, Sharon Senn, Billings, MT; a grandson, Steve (Tami) Baldwin, Baker, MT and their children: Dustin (Jessica) Baldwin, Billings, MT and Trisha (Chris) Schell, Baker, MT; granddaughters, Lisa (Bill) Howe, Billings, MT and Susan (Ray) Heimbach, Belgrade, MT; nieces, Jeanne Jacobsen and Susan Skidmore and nephews, Floyd Dahlman and Dale Holmlund and numerous great and great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Irene; a son Bruce; a daughter, Dorothy Justice; a grandson, Robert Dahlman; a step grandson, Tyler Plummer; a step daughter, Linda Wade; and his siblings, Ivan Dahlman, Gertrude Holmlund, Elsie Murphy and Alma Ament. Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com.

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Dear Editor, As I read through the County Commissioner candidates’ responses in the October 21 issue, regarding the question about the Constitution, I noticed that the wording and sentence structure of candidate Dave Havens’ response seemed tedious and dogmatic, and I suspected that some of the language had been taken from an encyclopedia or dictionary. To satisfy my curiosity, I checked the response for plagiarism, by simply typing each sentence into a Google search engine, which is the same procedure I use to check my students’ work for plagiarism. I was alarmed to find that approximately 60% of Dave Havens’ response was directly plagiarized from the following sources: Wikipedia, Legal Dictionary.com, Freedom’s Rising Sun, and the First Inaugural Address of Abraham Lincoln. This includes full sentences, and even multiple sentences running together, which are word-for-word. Occasionally, a phrase was added, such as “I believe.” Not only is plagiarism a major breach of ethics, it is also a violation of copyright law. Students in our school system, and in my classroom, are held to extremely high standards in regards to the ethical use of other people’s work. In addition, there are severe academic and disciplinary consequences for a violation such as this. We are prudently preparing our students for college and professional life, where this type of conduct is absolutely not tolerated. According to the Montana State University System policy on plagiarism,

“Plagiarism - presenting the work of another as one's own without proper acknowledgment. Examples of plagiarism include submitting as one's own work the work of another student, ghost writer or commercial writing service; directly quoting from a source without acknowledgment; paraphrasing or summarizing another's work without acknowledging the source; or using facts, figures, graphs, charts or information without acknowledging the source. Plagiarism may occur orally or in writing and may involve computer programs and files, research designs, distinctive figures of speech, ideas and images or any other information that belongs to another person and is not acknowledged as such. Inadvertent or unintentional misuse or appropriation of another's work (such as relying heavily on source material that is not expressly acknowledged) is still considered plagiarism.” Sanctions for this type of academic misconduct could result in “disciplinary probation, suspension or expulsion from the University.” Even if the writer did include a list of attributions or references, it is still considered plagiarism because they were exactly word-for-word, but no quotations were used to indicate this. I am appalled that this sort of behavior can occur in our community and from a position that should serve as a role model for our students. I cannot simply overlook this blatant violation, and still demand the highest levels of principles from my students. Sincerely, Linda Rost, M.Ed.

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Gotta Question How much do the County Commissioners make a year? How many hours a month are they in session? Answered by Jason Rittal, County Development Advisor: $65,585.60. The Commission is in formal session for approximately 50 hours on a normal schedule. The Commission schedule is generally Monday through Thursday of the first full week of the month plus all other Mondays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The commission also meets as necessary throughout the month as items of urgency come up or workload dictates. The public is invited to attend sessions of interest and the commission also includes a public comment agenda item every week in an effort to encourage public participation. Why was the Chamber Calcutta held on the same day as the annual Plevna Fire Dept. Pancake and Sausage supper? PFD has been holding it on this same weekend for a lot of years. Answered by Trish Barth, President, Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture: When the discussion came up at the August and September monthly Board meetings, if we should have the Chamber Calcutta this year or not because of lack of a director at the time of discussion, it was decided because it is our biggest fundraiser that we would go forward in having the annual Chamber Calcutta. On October 1, when we would normally hold our annual Calcutta, this date was

not good for about half of the board members and we knew we would need all the help possible because of no director at the time, we looked into different dates. It was brought to our attention also October 1 was Homecoming weekend, which also assisted our decision to move the date. So we looked at moving the Calcutta to the next weekend, thinking we covered all our bases with looking at all the events that this would affect. But later we found out we overlooked what weekend the Plevna Fire Department held their annual Pancake and Sausage Supper. Sadly this information was realized when it was too late to change our date. Everyone and everything had been booked already and tickets were already printed and being sold. All I can do is extend my deepest apologies to the PFD and swear we will do our best not to hold our event on the same night as the Pancake and Sausage Supper in the future!! I would also like to extend my invitation to please attend the monthly Chamber meetings. They are held the first Thursday of each month at noon at different Chamber sponsored locations. You could always contact Katie our new director at the Chamber office (406)-7782266 for the location of next monthly meeting at anytime during business hours!! The more voices we have at these meetings, the greater chance we can prevent something like this happening again in the future!!

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Comments taken on two proposed fee changes Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is taking public comment on two proposed rule changes: one on commercial use of fishing access sites and wildlife management areas and another that would increase camping fees at fishing access sites. The change to the commercial use rule, would affect the price of a filming permit for any FAS or WMA. Currently permits are progressively more expensive as the size of the filming crew exceeds 21. The new rule condenses this into one rate for these large groups and at the same time establishes a higher permit fee. The FAS camping fee proposal would be a change to the biennial fishing access site rule and would increase the camping

fees at FASs from $7 to $12 for fishing-license holders, and from $12 to $18 for non-license holders. FWP will accept public comment on these proposed changes through Nov. 22. The Fish and Wildlife Commission will consider these comments when making a final decision on the proposed changes at its Dec. 8 meeting. Should the commission approve the fee changes, they will be in effect from Jan. 1, 2017—Dec. 31, 2018. Proposed changes can be found online at http://fwp.mt.gov, News then Recent Public Notices. Comments can be provided online, or sent by mail to FWP, Fisheries Division, P.O. Box 200701, Helena, MT 59620.

Hunting season tips and reminders Good luck to all hunters this fall hunting season. With general rifle season approaching, the Forest Service hopes you have a good hunt and offers some tips and reminders in order to protect your natural resources and make your visit more enjoyable. Pick up a Motor Vehicle Use Map - Motorized Vehicle Use Maps (MVUMs) outline designated road and trail systems and are free at any of the Custer Gallatin Forest Ranger District Offices or online at www.fs.usda.gov/custergallatin . Remember if there is no numbered route marker than the road or trail is closed. In addition there are a few roads and trail closures that go into effect during the spring and fall seasons so please check the MVUM or with your local Ranger District Office before heading out. Licensing – Remember that Montana state law requires drivers and vehicles to be licensed and “street legal” when on numbered Forest Service roads. Off highway vehicles on Forest Service trails must have a state “OHV sticker” and anyone under the age of 18 must wear a helmet if riding a motorcycle, all-terrain vehicle (ATV) or utility terrain vehicle (UTV). Seat belts must be worn while riding in a UTV. Drones and game cameras - The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) or drones for hunting are prohibited on National Forest System lands. Game cameras are not

allowed per Montana law. Food Storage - Food storage requirements are in place for the Beartooth, Yellowstone, Gardiner, Bozeman and Hebgen Lake Ranger Districts. Remember to store all attractants in 1) a closed, solid-sided vehicle or horse trailer, 2) in bear-resistant containers certified by the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee (IGBC), or 3) hung 10 feet off the ground and four feet out from any tree or support pole. Between 100 yards and one-half mile from your camp, you must hang or store your animal carcass just like other items that can attract bears. You can leave a carcass on the ground if it’s at least one-half mile from camping areas and at least 200 yards from a trail. Storing carcasses in a hard-sided horse trailer 100 yards away is okay, too. Caches – Remember to remove tree stands and any equipment or cache when you leave. Noxious weeds – Ensure you’re bringing only certified weed free feed onto public lands. To qualify, your hay bales must be tagged. Wash your vehicles thoroughly before you head off on your hunting trip. Finally, in Montana, you can report any violations you may see to 1-800-TIP-MONT or in South Dakota, call 1-888-OVERBAG. For more information please contact any Custer Gallatin National Forest office or visit us online.

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General Election Tuesday, November 8, 2016 POLLING PLACES Precinct 1, 2 and 3 - Fallon County Exhibit Hall - Handicap Accessible - 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Precinct 4 - Plevna Fire Hall - Handicap Accessible - 12 Noon to 8:00 p.m. Absentee applications accepted in the Clerk & Recorder’s Office until 12 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, 2016

ELECTION RESULTS Will be posted on Secretary of State website. Go to www.falloncounty.net for the link, on election night.

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Sample Instructions on How to Vote on an AutoMark Voting System The Election Systems and Software AutoMark is a ballot-marking system. Its main purpose is to allow voters with disabilities and other special needs to mark a ballot privately and independently. If you wish to vote on the AutoMark, please inform the election judge at your polling place that you would like to vote on the AutoMARK. The election judge will give you a ballot to put in the machine. After the system accepts the ballot, the system will provide full instructions on how to vote the ballot. In order to make the ballot easier to read, you can change the contrast and font size. You can mark your choices by touching the screen or by using the keypad, which features written and Braille markings. The AutoMARK system will confirm your selections on the screen or by audio. After you verify that your selections are correct, the system will fill in your choices on the ballot and print the ballot. You will take your ballot (in a secrecy sleeve provided) to an election judge for depositing in the ballot box. If you need assistance at any time during the process, simply request it from an election judge. An AutoMark is set up in the Clerk & Recorder’s office and available to vote absentee. Brenda J Wood Election Administrator

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Plevna Middle School Basketball October 18, the Plevna Cougar JH Basketball teams played at Plevna against the Broadus Hawks. Plevna Girls A Team won their game with a score of: Plevna - 36 and Broadus – 16. The Girls B Squad Team also won with a score of Plevna - 16 and Broadus – 12. The Boys scores against Broadus Hawks were: Team A Plevna – 22 with Broadus scoring 31. The B Team score was Plevna - 10 and Broadus – 46. Saturday, October 22, the Plevna Cougars were on the

Plevna School K-12 students, teachers and staff all participated in the Montana 24 at 2 p.m.

road to Jordan to play ball. Girls A Team again won their game putting in 29 points while the Jordan Mustangs gave them a run for their money by scoring 27 points. The Girls B Team had 8 points and Jordon had 20. The Boys also played against the Jordan Mustangs. The Boys A Team scored 8 points and Jordan had 56. The Boys B Team won their game with a close score of: Plevna – 16 and Jordan 15. Keep putting those baskets up and in! Good Job!

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Crunch Time Montana Apple Crunch ___________ By Layne Silver-Farris October is National Farm to School Month. All over the country the connections between school and local food producers are being celebrated. Farm to School is broadly defined as a program that connects schools (K-12) and local farms with the objectives of serving healthy meals in school cafeterias, improving student nutrition, providing agriculture, health, and nutrition education opportunities, and supporting local and regional farmers. You can participate by featuring local and Montana grown foods in meals. Some options for each section of the My Plate meal plan are: apples (fruit), squash (vegetable), wheat (grain), beef or lentils (protein), and milk (dairy). Nicole Buerkle, Plevna School Business Manager again shared with us the opportunity to partake in this month’s Montana Crunch Time. This is a statewide event to celebrate Food Day and National Farm to School Month by crunching into lo-

cally and regionally grown apples at 2 p.m. on October 24. Last year over 40,000 children and adults across Montana participated in Crunch Time. Plevna School students and staff participated in this event by crunching on several varieties of apples. After the Montana Apple Crunch, students had the opportunity to sample five varieties of apple slices thanks to all the helping hands who cut up the apples. After tasting the apples, the 74 apple crunchers each voted on their favorite apple. The Ambrosia Apple and the Honey Crisp Apple tied for 1st place with 21 votes each. Sweet Tango Apple came in 2nd with 20 votes followed by the Wealthy Apple in 3rd with eight votes, and the Gala Apple was enjoyed by four crunchers. If possible find apples from a local producer and eat an apple every day for a nutritious and healthy snack. DID YOU KNOW… • Apples are a great source of fiber and contain many vitamins such as vitamin C and

Cooper Peterson driving in for a lay-up and two points.

Mrs. Walker serving the Wealthy Apple to students. Potassium. • Potassium is an electrolyte and is needed for many functions in the body, including heart function. • Planting the seed from your favorite apple variety will not grow that same variety and will likely produce apples that are bitter. To get a desired variety of apple (such as Sweet Sixteen), the trees have to be grafted. This means taking a branch from the desired variety and attaching it to a root to form a new tree. • The first apple tree in Montana was planted in the Bitterroot Valley in 1866. • Some recipes you can make out of apples are Apple Sauce, Apple Sauce Cake, and apples are great in salads.

Much of the food served in the Plevna lunchroom is locally grown by the Plevna FFA Farm to School Project greenhouse and garden. Price’s Produce of Savage, Montana provided the Wealthy Apple for the Montana Apple Crunch and will be supplying our cafeteria with fresh grown fruits and vegetable. Harding Land & Cattle Jaeda Paul putting up 2 points. Company provide the beef for our hamburger, and Quality Meats of Miles City provides roasts and steak strips. For other ways to join Montana students in celebrating National Farm to School Month visit: http://www.opi.mt.gov/Programs/SchoolPrograms/School Nutrition/Farm2School.html.

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Fallon County Times: Friday, November 18 Bowman Finder: Wednesday, November 23 Ad deadline: Thursday, November 10 If you haven’t been contacted and would like to be part of this special gift guide, call Tammy. Plevna School K-12 students, teachers and staff all participated in the Montana 24 at 2 p.m.

Plevna Golf Day _______________ By Taylor Rieger On October 13, the Junior Class hosted the Plevna Golf Day at the Baker Lakeview Golf Course. It took much organization on the part of the Junior Class and Mr. Sawers to plan this event. Due to some unpredictable weather, the event was rescheduled twice, but October 13 turned out to be a beautiful day to golf. The prizes, food, and golf carts were provided by

sponsors for the event. When the students arrived at the country club, they set up the course for golfing. Then they drove to our individual hole. It was supposed to take eight minutes a hole, but in reality it took ten minutes. After the group was done golfing, everybody went into the clubhouse and enjoyed refreshments. The First Place Team winners were Mr. Sawers, Wyatt Isaacs, Ruilin Li,

Cooper O’ Connor. The Second Place Team winners were Miss Parker, Ashley Sander, Jaiden Dulin, and Trinity Rieger. This event would not have been possible without the many sponsors, Grade 11 Committee with advisor Mr. Sawers, Kristen Sawers for food preparation, Lakeview Gold Club for their hospitality, and Mr. Isaacs for the making the trophies.

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Commissioner Proceedings MONDAY, OCT. 17, 2016 9:00AM CONVENE PRESENT: Deb Ranum, William L. Randash, Members; Lani DeBuhr, Recording Clerk ABSENT: Steve Baldwin, Chairman FALLON COUNTY COURTHOUSE 9:00AM COMMISSION MINUTES APPROVAL The Commission reviewed the Commission Minutes for the weeks of October 3-7, 2016 and October 10-14, 2016. Commissioner Randash made the motion to approve the Commission Minutes for the weeks of October 3-7, 2016 and October 10-14, 2016. Being there was no second, Commissioner Ranum stepped down from being Chair and seconded the motion. 2 Ayes. 1 Absent. 0 Nays. The motion carried. 9:15AM HAIL DAMAGE CLAIM DISCUSSION Present: Debbie Wyrick, Deputy Clerk and Recorder; Jason Rittal, County Development Advisor; Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman All present discussed the bid specs for the hail damage repairs that will go out next week. The contractors will be given a week to inspect buildings and take measurements for bid submittal purposes. All present discussed setting a deadline and assessing liquidated damages if the work isn’t completed by the due date. Jason Rittal gave updates on miscellaneous repairs that will be completed right away. The lights around Baker Lake will be changed to LED lighting per the insurance assessment report. Debbie Wyrick gave updates on the vehicles that are being given to departments and the expectations that will be set forth for the use of these vehicles. 10:00am- Jason Rittal and Debbie Wyrick left the meeting. 10:00AM ROAD DEPARTMENT UPDATES Present: Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman; Bobby Wiedmer, Road Supervisor Shop Updates- Alba Higgins gave updates on the vehicles and equipment being repaired or serviced this week.

Road Updates- Bobby Wiedmer gave updates on the activities of the Road Crew this week. Sather Rd.- There is a petition on this road but no easement. Bobby said the County normally doesn’t take an easement until the road is built up and there is an occupied residency. 10:20am- Alba Higgins left the meeting. Dry Fork Box Culvert- Shep’s Welding brought in two additional loads of rip-rap since the culvert wasn’t tying into the creek bank like they wanted. Shannon Hewson with Brosz Engineering gave them permission to do this. 10:35am- Shannon Hewson with Brosz Engineering joined the meeting. 10:43amJason Rittal, County Development Advisor, joined the meeting. Railroad Avenue Study Results- Shannon reviewed the study results with the Commission. Shannon said the corners at the intersection would be just as tight as the intersection of HWY 12 and HWY 7 if they were able to obtain Right of Ways (ROW) from Burlington Northern. Shannon is of the opinion a by-pass down this route isn’t possible unless Burlington Northern gives a ROW easement which they have said repeatedly they won’t do. Jason Rittal said this route is also on City property and the City would have to be the ones to pursue it. Shannon said in addition this is a State corridor and the State should be the party who fixes it which they most likely won’t do. The Commission agreed and said with the low oil activity it wouldn’t be feasible now to pursue. 11:00am- Bobby Wiedmer, Shannon Hewson and Jason Rittal left the meeting. 11:00AM GOLF COURSE UPDATES Present: Eric Kary, Golf Course Updates; Julie Straub, Human Resource Manager Eric Kary gave updates on items he will be working on and said he doesn’t expect to accrue overtime this week. 11:10am- Eric Kary and Julie Straub left the meeting. 11:15AM COMMISSION WORK SESSION BOARD AGENDAS/MINUTES- The Commission reviewed Board Agendas and

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Minutes. REVENUES- The Commission reviewed revenues received during the week. DEPARTMENT REPORTS/NOTICESThe Commission reviewed Department Reports, Newsletters and Notices. EMAILS- The Commission reviewed emails sent to them from State agencies and other entities that required no discussion, action or decision. 11:45AM PUBLIC COMMENT No one appeared for Public Comment. 12:00PM NOON RECESS Commissioner Randash made a motion to take a noon recess. Being there was no second, Commissioner Ranum stepped down from being Chair and seconded the motion. 2 Ayes. 1 Absent. 0 Nays. The motion carried. 1:00PM RECONVENE PRESENT: Deb Ranum, William L. Randash, Members; Lani DeBuhr, Recording Clerk ABSENT: Steve Baldwin, Chairman FALLON COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1:00PM KLJ ENGINEERING Present: Travis Jones, KLJ Engineer Travis Jones joined meeting to get clarification on the Baker Lake Clean-Up RFQ. 1:15pm- Travis Jones left the meeting. 1:15PM MOTOR GRADER BID OPENING Present: Kevin Sedgwick, Tractor & Equipment; Mark Feland, RDO Equipment; Bobby Wiedmer, Road Supervisor; Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman Commissioner Ranum opened the only bid received from Tractor and Equipment for the Motor Graders and read it aloud. The bid bond was in place and the cost for each Motor Grader is $336,755 with no trade. The bid included accessory items: Snow Plow for $16,275; VPlow for $7,500; Front Lift Group for $6,750. The tradein values for the Motor Graders that will be traded in are: $214,000 (S#: R9T00160); $209,500 (S#: R9T00157); $209,500 (S#: R9T00158). The guaranteed buy back for these graders is: 3 yrs-$268,700; 4 yrs$244,000; 5 yrs-$219,500.

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The delivery time is 10-14 weeks. 1:25pm- Kevin Sedgwick left the meeting. Mark Feland said RDO didn’t submit a bid due to their traditional controls being so different from the two joy stick controls Fallon County has been using. Mark said John Deere is expected to have the joy stick controls in the next year and at that time they will be able to offer that to the County. 1:28pm- Mark Feland left the meeting. Kevin Sedgwick joined the meeting. Alba Higgins said the cost of the graders are slightly higher than he budgeted for. Kevin Sedgwick said the market has been soft and the prices reflect that. Kevin said each year the price typically increases by 2% and to expect that increase if they wait until next year to purchase. 1:45pm- Kevin Sedgwick left the meeting. Alba said the graders are $2,250 more than budgeted for but the cost to the County would be significant if the graders went out of rotation and were no longer covered under warranty. Alba said next year the graders that will be traded this year will go out of rotation. Bobby Wiedmer suggested the graders and snow wings be purchased. Commissioner Randash said he is in favor of staying in the rotation if the budget can withstand it. The decision to award the bid was tabled until the budget can be looked at closer. 2:15pm- Alba Higgins and Bobby Wiedmer left the meeting. 2:15PM CLAIMS APPROVAL The Commission reviewed and approved the October Mid-Month Claims in the amount of $162,519.94 and they are filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office. 4:00PM HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY CHANGE Present: Debbie Wyrick and Alba Higgins, Insurance Committee Members Debbie Wyrick asked the Commission to approve an amendment to the Fallon County Employee Medical Benefit Plan that defines an Elected Official’s eligibility as it pertains to Fallon County Health Insurance. The additional wording states: A personal is eligible for elected official coverage throughout the time that he or she: Meets statutory requirements for the functionality of the office in which he/she was elected. For purposes of this Plan, such an elected official shall be con-

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sidered a Full-Time, Active Employee of the Employer. Debbie said this change needs to happen immediately to avoid a stop-loss claim from not being covered because elected official’s employment status is not specified in the policy. The Commission gave permission for the policy amendment to be drafted. 4:15pm- Debbie Wyrick and Alba Higgins left the meeting. 4:15PM PLANNER UPDATES & EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN AMENDMENT Present: Mary Grube, Planner Administrative Assistant Emergency Action Plan Amendment- Mary Grube is working on drafting an updated Emergency Action Plan. Mary said there is some confusion on who owns the Upper Baker Lake and Lower Baker Lake and is going to contact Sam Johnson with DNRC to get clarification on this before finalizing the Emergency Action Plan. Flood Plain Updates- Mary gave the Commission updates on flood plain violations. Ken Schell is putting a notice in newspaper for the culvert work he will be doing in his parking lot. 4:50pm- Mary Grube left the meeting. 4:45PM WINTER SEASON DUTIES DISCUSSION Present: Julie Straub, Human Resource Manager Julie Straub and the Commission discussed the sharing of winter duties between departments. Commissioner Ranum is concerned about justifying the hours of the Special Projects Worker, Outside Building Maintenance Supervisor and Seasonal Fair Lead during winter hours, especially if we don’t’ get a lot of snow during the winter. The Commission will meet with the Special Projects Worker and Outside Building Maintenance Supervisor to discuss this with them. 5:00PM EVENING RECESS Commissioner Randash made the motion to recess for the evening. Being there was no second, Commissioner Ranum stepped down from being Chair and seconded the motion. 2 Ayes. 1 Absent. 0 Nays. The motion carried. TUESDAY, OCT. 18, 2016 12:00PM Commissioner Randash attended the Montana Petroleum Association Legislators’ Briefing Tour in Miles City, MT. WEDNESDAY, OCT.19, 2016 12:00PM CONVENE PRESENT: Deb Ranum, William L. Randash, Members; Lani DeBuhr, Recording

Clerk ABSENT: Steve Baldwin, Chairman FALLON COUNTY COURTHOUSE 12:00PM Commissioner Ranum and Commissioner Randash met with Micah Chambers, Congressman Zinke’s Deputy Chief of Staff and Legislature Director, to discuss the Baker Lake Clean-Up project. Micah gave the Commission updates on Congressman Zinke’s activities. 1:00pm- Micah Chambers left the meeting. 1:00PM ADJOURN Commissioner Randash made the motion to adjourn the meeting. Being there was no second, Commissioner Ranum stepped down from being Chair and seconded the motion. 2 Ayes. 1 Absent. 0 Nays. The motion carried.

Fallon County Times and Places 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. Fallon County Library hours: Monday through Friday 8 a.m. 5 p.m.; closed Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays. O’Fallon Historical Museum Open Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed on legal holidays. Driver Licensing Schedule, second and third Tuesdays, 9 a.m. 12 p.m., 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., courthouse Multiple Sclerosis Support Group, 7 p.m., Holy Rosary conference room 2, call Diana 406232-1458 or Nicole 232-5698; Library Storytime, 11:15 a.m., October 27. Changed For Life Church services, 10 a.m., October 30. Truck or Treat, Downtown, 4 6 p.m.; Fallon County Planning Board meeting, 7 p.m., courtroom, Fallon County Courthouse, October 31. Support group for parents/guardians with special needs children, 6:30 p.m.;American Lutheran Church; Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church; Codependent Support Group, noon, American Lutheran Church, November 1. City Council, 7 p.m., Fallon County courtroom, November 2. Baker Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, noon, Tavern, November 3. Holiday Inspiration Event, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Fallon County Fairgrounds, November 5.

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shoeboxes are reaching a new generation of believers By Jolinda Allerdings For the eighth year, the Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church in Plevna will be a drop off site for gift filled shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Last year, individuals and groups from Fallon and Carter Counties delivered 257 filled shoe boxes to the church. The community is encouraged to bring their filled shoe boxes during National Collection Week Nov. 14 to Nov. 18. On the Operation Christmas Child web site many stories like this one tell how the gifts impact children around the world. A water taxi carrying hundreds of OCC shoeboxes churned through choppy waters to an island off Belize near Mexico. The children at the distribution site exchanged smiles and laughter as they opened the boxes to discover stuffed animals, coloring books and school supplies. Their families are too poor to afford gifts and many of the children had never heard about the true meaning of Christmas. Franklin Graham from Samaritan’s Purse, who joined the local church leaders in handing out shoeboxes on the island told the children that God has already given them the best present they could ever have in Jesus. “We want every child to know they are pre-

Marilyn Wenz retires A Retirement Party was held in the Library Sept. 30, for Marilyn Wenz, Library Aide. She retired after 11 years of service to the patrons of the Fallon County Library. Marilyn has been an asset to the library and its everyday services provided to the citizens of Fallon County. One of the biggest projects

Marilyn has been working on, is our Genealogy Project. She has spent countless hours researching the people of Fallon County, devoting much of her time to ensure accuracy so that our files are easy to use and understand. Congratulations on your retirement, and know that you will be missed.

Residents of Superior Care Villa enjoyed a Bible Boot camp day with guest speakers, Pastor Duane Waterland and Pastor Joe Epley. Listening intently is Eillen Meggers, Erna Losing and Vi Baird.

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cious and loved by God. And these shoeboxes demonstrate that,” Graham said. Every child in the entire nation will receive a shoebox gift before they grow up. Belize is known as the “Shoebox Nation.” A simple gift can bring joy and comfort to hurting children and open doors for entire communities to hear the message of love and relationship with Jesus. Many of these children have endured poverty, famine, disease, hurricanes and war. We’re building a new generation of believers who can bear witness to the Lord’s faithfulness. With children like these in mind, you and your family are challenged to buy school supplies, small toys and hygiene items, and fill a shoe box. The Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church will be open Nov. 14 - 18 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to receive the filled shoe boxes. The boxes will be hauled to Glendive where a truck will pick up the boxes and haul them to a processing site. They will then be shipped to some of 109 countries. Contact Jolinda in the evenings at 406-7725882 for a brochure describing how to pack a shoe box. For more information, connect to www.samaritanspurse.org.

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NOTICE __________________________ NOTICE: Baker, MT Gun Show, Nov. 4, 5, 6, 2016, Thee Garage. 50 - 8’ tables - $30.00. Free admission. Open to the public Friday 3-7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Contact Rick Stark, home 406778-2428, cell 406-978-2428. 42-45c

FOR SALE __________________________ FOR SALE: Delivered in semi loads. Alfalfa first and second cutting and alfalfa grass. Excellent quality not CRP. 406-480-5106. 43-46c __________________________ FOR SALE: 4 - 23S 85R16 10 ply tires, 50% tread, Komos, $200/OBO, 1100/16 tractor tire $75/OBO and 1 baler tire. Call 406-772-5634. 43-44p __________________________ FOR SALE: Newly constructed three bedroom, two bath home home in quiet neighborhood, great curb appeal with a one year warranty. Full unfinished basement with insulated walls and bath and laundry room rough-ins, large attached garage. Call 406778-2030 for showing. 35tfc

MISC. __________________________ MISCELLANEOUS: Wild Game Processing at Quality Meats of Montana in Miles City. Call 406232-0689. Open weekends. Can provide caping along with full line of smokehouse products. 44-47c __________________________ MISCELLANEOUS: Horse buyer at Bowman Livestock, Mon., Nov. 14, 8 a.m - 4 p.m., buying all

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CARD OF THANKS __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: Thank you G & G Garbage for the one year free garbage service I won at the Salad and Soup Breast Cancer Awareness Luncheon. Karen and Scott O’Donnell 44p __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: The Red Butte Ramblers 4-H Club sends a big thank you to Fortress Developments for sponsoring all expenses for our annual 4-H Achievement Night. As the host club for the evening, we appreciate the support that Natasha and Darron Alderman have shown for our county 4-H program. Thank you also to Roddy Rost for serving as 4-H Council president for four years and to Natasha Alderman for agreeing to serve as the new president. On to another successful 4-H year! Red Butte Ramblers 4-H Club 44c __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: We would like to thank everyone who made our 50th anniversary an evening we will never forget! Thanks to our family for their planning and hard work and to granddaughter, Emily, for the special songs! Pastors Bruce and Reba, you did a beautiful vow renewal service. Brenda and Thee Garage staff, thank you for the delicious food and great service. Thanks to All 4U Flowers for the beautiful arrangements and the extra help problem solving! Thanks to Melissa Ploeger for the yummy cupcakes and to Sara Berger for the cake decorating. The music was wonderful thanks to the Rock Jocks! We are especially thankful for good friends who shared in the fun and for the beautiful cards. We may have moved to the “big city”, but our hearts are still in Baker, Plevna and Ismay! Jerry and Dianne Shumaker 44p __________________________

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LEGALS __________________________ AUDIT PUBLICATION STATEMENT An audit of the affairs of the Baker Rural Fire District has been conducted by James J. Wosepka, PC. The audit covered the fiscal year ended June 30, 2016. Section 2-7-521, MCA, requires the publication concerning the audit report include a statement that the audit report is on file in its entirety and open to public inspection at the Clerk and Recorder’s Office, Fallon County Courthouse and that the Baker Rural Fire District will send a copy of the audit report to any interested person upon request. Sincerely, Vern Stark, Chairman Baker Rural Fire District 44c __________________________ PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Tuesday, November 15, 2016 7 p.m. Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom 10 West Fallon Ave., Baker, MT (All items pertaining to this hearing can be viewed at the Fallon County Planning Department) The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for a variance request submitted by Timothy Schwindt. Mr. Schwindt is requesting a variance to encroach on the north property line by 1 foot. The zoning regulations allows for a 5’ setback in the relief standard. Mr. Schwindt’s landing would be 4’ from the side property line. The Zoning Regulations require an encroachment of not more than 5 feet for existing lots of record. The property is located at 519 South 4th Street West, Block 5, Lot 19 in the Lathom Heights Addition, Baker, Montana. City of Baker Ordinance #353: 17.08.120 – Variance. A “variance” means the approved relaxation or adjustment of the strict application of the terms of these regulations where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of these regulations will result in the following: (a) where it is an unnecessary hardship; (b) where it will not be contrary to public interest; (c) where the spirit of this title will be observed and substantial justice done; and (d) where the relaxation or adjustment of these regulations will not be detrimental to the surrounding properties. 76-2-323. Powers of board of adjustment. (1) The board of adjustment shall have the following powers: (a) to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of this part or of any ordinance adopted pursuant thereto; (b) to hear and decide special exceptions to the terms of the ordinance upon which such board is

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required to pass under such ordinance; (c) to authorize upon appeal in specific cases such variance from the terms of the ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest, where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of the ordinance will result in unnecessary hardship and so that the spirit of the ordinance shall be observed and substantial justice done. (2) In exercising the abovementioned powers, such board may, in conformity with the provisions of this part, reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or modify the order, requirement, decision, or determination appealed from and may make such order, requirement, decision, or determination as ought to be made and to that end shall have all the powers of the officer from whom the appeal is taken. 44-46c __________________________

PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Tuesday, November 15, 2016 7 p.m. Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom 10 West Fallon Ave., Baker, MT (All items pertaining to this hearing can be viewed at the Fallon County Planning Department) The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for a variance request submitted by Courtney Dietz. Mr. Dietz is requesting a variance to encroach on the rear property line. An existing garage encroaches on the alley by 20”. The Zoning Regulations require an encroachment of not more than 5 feet for existing lots of record. The property is located at 816 South Main in the Savage Addition, Block 12 , Lot 11, Baker, Montana. City of Baker Ordinance #353: 17.08.120 – Variance. A “variance” means the approved relaxation or adjustment of the strict application of the terms of these regulations where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of these regulations will result in the following: (a) where it is an unnecessary hardship; (b) where it will not be contrary to public interest; (c) where the spirit of this title will be observed and substantial justice done; and (d) where the relaxation or adjustment of these regulations will not be detrimental to the surrounding properties. 76-2-323. Powers of board of adjustment. (1) The board of adjustment shall have the following powers: (a) to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of this part or of any ordinance adopted pursuant thereto; (b) to hear and decide special exceptions to the terms of the ordinance upon which such board is required to pass under such ordinance; (c) to authorize upon appeal in specific cases such variance from the terms of the ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest, where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of the ordinance will result in unnecessary hardship and so that the spirit of the ordinance shall be observed and substantial justice done. (2) In exercising the abovementioned powers, such board may, in conformity with the provisions of this part, reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or modify the order, requirement, decision, or determination appealed from and may make such order, requirement, decision, or determination as ought to be made and to that end shall have all the powers of the officer from whom the appeal is taken. 44-46c __________________________ PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Tuesday, November 15, 2016 7 p.m.

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w w w. b a ke r m t re a l e s t a t e . c o m Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom 10 West Fallon Ave., Baker, MT (All items pertaining to this hearing can be viewed at the Fallon County Planning Department) The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for a variance request submitted by Christina and William Losing of Baker. The Losings are requesting a variance to encroach on the south property line by 2 ½ feet. The Zoning Regulations require an encroachment of not more than 5 feet. The property is located at 314 6th Street South East, Baker, Montana, in the Milwaukee Land Company’s Addition, Block 35, lots 4 and N1/2. City of Baker Ordinance #353: 17.08.120 – Variance. A “variance” means the approved relaxation or adjustment of the strict application of the terms of these regulations where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of these regulations will result in the following: (a) where it is an unnecessary hardship; (b) where it will not be contrary to public interest; (c) where the spirit of this title will be observed and substantial justice done; and (d) where the relaxation or adjustment of these regulations will not be detrimental to the surrounding properties. 76-2-323. Powers of board of adjustment. (1) The board of adjustment shall have the following powers: (a) to hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of this part or of any ordinance adopted pursuant thereto; (b) to hear and decide special exceptions to the terms of the ordinance upon which such board is required to pass under such ordinance; (c) to authorize upon appeal in specific cases such variance from the terms of the ordinance as will not be contrary to the public interest, where, owing to special conditions, a literal enforcement of the provisions of the ordinance will result in unnecessary hardship and so that the spirit of the ordinance shall be observed and substantial justice done. (2) In exercising the abovementioned powers, such board may, in conformity with the provisions of this part, reverse or affirm, wholly or partly, or modify the order, requirement, decision, or determination appealed from and may make such order, requirement, decision, or determination as ought to be made and to that end shall have all the powers of the officer from whom the appeal is taken. 44-46c __________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Baker City Council will hold a public hearing for the purpose of gathering comment and act on the Ordinance adopting the Baker

Urban Renewal Plan. The public hearing is scheduled for November 2, 2016 at 7:30 P.M. The meeting will be held in the Fallon County Courtroom, 10 West Fallon Avenue, Baker, MT 59313. The Baker Urban Renewal Plan is a plan that will address land use and urban renewal issues in the downtown core and surrounding area. This plan provides goals and objectives to be implemented to attract investment and greater economic activity. The City of Baker intends to utilize Tax Increment Financing as part of the recommendations of the Baker Urban Renewal Plan. These recommendations may include the utilization of Tax Increment Revenues for the issuance of bonds to be secured with tax increment funds. Within the proposed Baker Urban Renewal District there is substantial public infrastructure deterioration to include sidewalks, public utilities, and road surfaces as well as substantial structural deterioration, long-term land vacancy, and significant infrastructure needs. Many of the storm drains, curb, gutters, and sidewalks are cracked or nonexistent, alleys are deteriorated, and, in general, much of the area is below city standards. There is also dilapidated, vacant housing. Several of the commercial buildings in the district boundaries are vacant or deteriorated and are in need of significant rehabilitation and perhaps even demolition. Montana Code 7-15-4206(2) provides statutory guidance to determine the eligibility of an area of a city to be deemed as blighted. Specifically, MCA 7-154206(a)(c)(e)(h)(i)(j)(m)(n) are all items that relate to the condition of the proposed Baker Urban Renewal District. The goals and objectives listed here will address the continued lack of investment and requires that action be taken by both public and private parties. The proposed district is legally described as: Beginning at the intersection of 4th St NW and Prairie Ave W, proceeding north on Bonnievale Rd to the municipal limits, paralleling the city limits east to the intersection of said municipal limits and MT State Highway 7, proceeding south along the eastern side of the highway right of way on MT State Highway 7 to the intersection of MT State Highway 7 and Prairie Ave E, proceeding east on Prairie Ave E on the northern side of the city right of way of Prairie Ave E to the intersection of Prairie Ave E and 1st St NE, proceeding south on 1st St NE on the eastern edge of the city right of way to the intersection of 1st St NE and Custer Ave E, proceeding east on Custer Ave E on the northern edge of the city right of way to the intersection of Custer Ave E and

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Classifieds Continued from page 14 3rd St NE, proceeding south on 3rd St NE on the eastern edge of the city right of way, across the railroad right of way, along the eastern edge of the city right of way to the intersection of 3rd St SE and MT State Highway 12, proceeding west on MT State Highway 12 along the southern edge of the right of way to the intersection of MT State Highway 12 and the alley right of way located between 1st SE and 2nd St SE, proceeding south and west along the alley right of way to the intersection of the alley and Baker Ave, proceeding south and west along the alley right of way as platted to the south following the edge of Baker Lake to the intersection of the alley and MT State Highway 7, proceeding south on MT State Highway 7 along the western edge of the right of way to the intersection of MT State Highway 7 and Kimball Ave E, proceeding west on Kimball Ave along the southern edge of the right of way to the intersection of Kimball Ave E and 3rd St SW, proceeding north on 3rd St SW along the western edge of the city right of way to the intersection of the southeastern most point of Milwaukee 4th Addition, S13, T070N, R59E COS #60519, proceeding west along the southern boundary of said parcel to the intersection of said parcel and 4th St SW, proceeding north on 4th St SW along the western edge of city right of way, through the railroad right of way, continuing along the western edge of the city right of way to the intersection of 4th St NW and Prairie Ave. For more information, please contact Mona Madler with the Eastern Montana Economic Development Authority at 406-7782020. A copy of the draft plan is on file in the City Clerk's Office or by contacting Kevin Dukart, City Clerk at 406-778-2692 located at the Fallon County Courthouse, 10 West Fallon Avenue, Baker, MT 59313. 43-44c __________________________ LEGAL PUBLIC NOTICE The following is the complete text of an amendment to the Montana Constitution that will be submitted to the voters of the state of Montana at the November 8, 2016 General Election. The text of the amendment below is being published under the authority of Section 13-27-311, Montana Code

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2016 Annotated. To review the ballot language of the constitutional amendment, please refer to the Voter Information Pamphlet or the Secretary of State Office website at sos.mt.gov/elections. Questions can be emailed to SOSElections@mt.gov, or you may contact us by phone at the toll free number 1-888-884-8683 (VOTE). THE COMPLETE TEXT OF CONSTITUTIONAL INITIATIVE NO. 116 (CI-116) WHEREAS, the People of the State of Montana find that a crime victim in Montana is entitled to enhanced, specific, and meaningful rights to participate in criminal and youth court proceedings and enact the following new section of Article II of The Constitution of the State of Montana. The section is named for a noted victim of crime, Marsy, in whose name many states have enacted comparable reforms. BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF MONTANA: NEW SECTION. Section 1. Article II of The Constitution of the State of Montana is amended by adding a new section 36 that reads: Section 36. Rights of crime victims. (1) To preserve and protect a crime victim's right to justice, to ensure a crime victim has a meaningful role in criminal and juvenile justice systems, and to ensure that a crime victim’s rights and interests are respected and protected by law in a manner no less vigorous than the protections afforded to a criminal defendant and a delinquent youth, a crime victim has the following rights, beginning at the time of victimization: (a) to due process and to be treated with fairness and respect for the victim's dignity; (b) to be free from intimidation, harassment, and abuse; (c) to be reasonably protected from the accused and any person acting on the accused's behalf; (d) to have the victim's safety and welfare considered when setting bail and making release decisions; (e) to prevent the disclosure of information that could be used to locate or harass the victim or that contains confidential or privileged information about the victim; (f) to privacy, including the right to refuse an interview, deposition, or other discovery request and to set reasonable conditions on the conduct of any interaction to which the victim consents; (g) to receive reasonable, accurate, and timely notice of and to be present at all proceedings involving the criminal conduct, plea, sen-

tencing, adjudication, disposition, release, or escape of the defendant or youth accused of delinquency and any proceeding implicating the rights of the victim; (h) to be promptly notified of any release or escape of the accused; (i) to be heard in any proceeding involving the release, plea, sentencing, disposition, adjudication, or parole of the defendant or youth accused of delinquency and any proceeding implicating the rights of the victim; (j) to confer with the prosecuting attorney; (k) to provide information regarding the impact the offender's conduct had on the victim for inclusion in the presentence or predisposition investigation report and to have the information considered in any sentencing or disposition recommendations submitted to the court; (l) to receive a copy of any presentence report and any other report or record relevant to the exercise of a right of the victim, except for those portions made confidential by law; (m) to the prompt return of the victim's property when no longer needed as evidence in the case; (n) to full and timely restitution. All money and property collected from a person who has been ordered to make restitution must be applied first to the restitution owed to the victim before paying any amounts owed to the government. (o) to proceedings free from unreasonable delay and to a prompt and final conclusion of the case and any related postjudgment proceedings; (p) to be informed of the conviction, sentence, adjudication, place and time of incarceration, or other disposition of the offender, including any scheduled release date, actual release date, or escape; (q) to be informed of clemency and expungement procedures; to provide information to the Governor, the court, any clemency board, or any other authority and to have that information considered before a decision is made; and to be notified of any decision before the release of the offender; and (r) to be informed of the above rights and to be informed that the victim may seek the advice and assistance of an attorney with respect to the above rights. This information must be made available to the general public and provided to all crime victims on what is referred to as a Marsy's card. (2) A victim, the victim's attorney, the victim's legal representa-

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tive, or the prosecuting attorney at the request of the victim may assert and seek enforcement of the rights enumerated in this section and any other right afforded to the victim by law in any trial or appellate court or any other authority with jurisdiction over the case as a matter of right. The court or other authority shall act promptly on the request, affording a remedy by due course of law for the violation of any right. The reasons for any decision regarding disposition of a victim's right must be clearly stated on the record. (3) This section may not be con-

strued to deny or disparage other rights possessed by victims. This section applies to criminal and youth court proceedings, is self-executing, and requires no further action by the Legislature. (4) As used in this section, the following definitions apply: (a) "Crime" means an act defined as a felony, misdemeanor, or delinquency under state law. (b) "Victim" means a person who suffers direct or threatened physical, psychological, or financial harm as a result of the commission or attempted commission of a crime.

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(i) The term includes: (A) a spouse, parent, grandparent, child, sibling, grandchild, or guardian of the victim; (B) a person with a relationship to the victim that is substantially similar to a relationship described in subsection (4)(b)(i)(A); and (C) a representative of a victim who is a minor or who is deceased, incompetent or incapacitated. (ii) The term does not include the accused or a person who the court believes would not act in the best interests of a minor or of a victim who is deceased, incompetent or incapacitated. 43-44c __________________________

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Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 406-7782222. Calls are never recorded and rewards are offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of responsible parties.

FROM THE BENCH Justice Court •Bryan G. Hiatt, Fresno, Calif. speeding, truck non-interstate exceed nighttime 55 MPH limit, 65/55, bond forfeited $55, ticket issued 9/21/16. •Chandler Blade Donald Wyrick, Baker, revocation of suspended or deferred sentence, fine and restitution of $162.80 remaining on the original owed of $462.80, $20 on the original fine suspended on conditions for six months (4/19/17), no violations of any local, state, or federal laws, pay fine, fees and or surcharges as agreed/ordered, pay back all court costs/restitution, public defender $250, Fallon County court costs $97.80, attend, complete, comply and pay for the WiseChoice Life Skills Course - Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, ticket issued 1/9/16. •Dylan Stuart Madsen, Presho,

S.D., speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 75/70, dismissed by Prosecution without prejudice, ticket issued 6/24/16. •Dylan Stuart Madsen, Presho, S.D., criminal possession of dangerous drugs, marijuana (60 grams or less) 1st offense, dismissed by Prosecution without prejudice, ticket issued 6/24/16. •Dylan Stuart Madsen, Presho, S.D., criminal possession of dangerous drugs, marijuana (60 grams or less) 1st offense, dismissed by prosecution without prejudice, ticket issued 6/24/16. •Dylan Stuart Madsen, Presho, S.D., criminal possession of drugs paraphernalia, dismissed by Prosecution without prejudice, ticket issued 6/24/16. •Stephanie Craig, Baker, driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked, dismissed by Prosecution with prejudice, ticket issued 8/20/16. •Gregory Carney Ford, Wilbaux, seatbelt violation, bond foreited $20, ticket issued

10/7/16. •Katheryn Marie Stephens, Libby, Mont., violation of commission or department orders or rules, bond forfeited $135, ticket issued 10/10/16. •Alan Ralph Moore, Ekalaka, basic rule, reasonable and prudent, 1st offense, bond forfeited $85, ticket issued 9/24/16. City Court •Chandler Blade Wyrick, Baker, reckless driving, 1st offense, nolo contendere, $135 fine, jail of 90 days with 90 days suspended on conditions for six months (4/17/17), credit given for 39 days served prior to sentencing, public defender fees of $250, no violations of any local, state, or federal laws, pay fine, fees and or surcharges as agreed/ordered, pay back all court costs/restitution, public defender $250, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, ticket issued 1/8/16.

On behalf of the Diagnostic Imaging Department, we would like to thank everyone who donated to and volunteered at our

Breast Cancer Awareness Soup & Salad Luncheon. We appreciate everyone who helps make this luncheon a success! Without you, this day would not be what it is. We are excited to announce that approximately $6800 was raised during this event. Again, this money will be earmarked for our mammography department and will be used for our medical audit software.

Thanks for helping us raise awareness for this important cause! 4J Well Service ACE Hardware All 4 U Flowers Alice Kay Schweigert Alissa Miller Andrea Rieger Photography Anita Losing Ann Werre Arlene Singer B & B Septic Badlands Electric Baker Club Baker Metal & Recycling Barb Big Hill Boarding Billie Jo Griffith Blonde Streak Boutique Brenda Wood Brightside Daycare Brittani Brence C & M Oilfield Service Carla O’Connor Cassie O’Connor Dana Kono Danni Craft Dawnette James Deana Gosman Deb Barth James R Campbell DDS Carquest Cindy Irgens Cori Thurlow Debbie Wyrick Denbury

Dakota Community Bank Distribution NOW F & D Oil Field Maintenance Fallon County Times Fallon County Public Health FMC—Clinic/Business Office FMC—Care Plan Team FMC—Dietary FMC—Diagnostic Imaging FMC—Lab Friends of FMC Foundation G & G Garbage Holkup Chiropractic Hope Gasho Insurance Store Jalynn Dyke Janalee Ferrell Janice Buck Jean Tronstad Jewelry By Monte Joan Grammond JoDee Pratt Julie Straub Kathy Newell Kimberly Jensen Kylie Heiser Lani DeBuhr Lee Moore Linda Moore Marilyn Askin Michelle Moser

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Have a Happy and Safe

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A wonderous autumn day along a country road on the outskirts of Baker. (Photo by Sherry Vogel)

A halloween display on the eastside neighborhood in Baker. “Just hanging out with my ghoul friends”

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Upcoming Community Events

November 8 - General Election November 25 - First Night of Late Night Shopping December 3 - Fantasy Food Fair

These Businesses Proudly Support The Efforts Of Our Chamber’s Volunteers!

Baker Chamber of

Federal Share Insurance

Commerce & Agricutlure

Backed by the Full Faith and Credit of the U.S. Government

November Meeting

November 3 Noon Tavern

The shares in your credit union are insured by the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (NCUSIF), an arm of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). Your share insurance is similar to the deposit insurance protection offered by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)

Fallon County Federal Credit Union 115 N. Main • Suite C, • Baker, Montana Phone 406-778-2920 • Fax 406-778-2905

HALLOWEEN Pizza Special

$10 Pepperoni Pizza

From 4-7 p.m. Monday, October 31

Heiser’s Bar & Casino Orders To Go

406-778-2001 Baker, MT

Griffith Excavating, Inc.

Add Curb Appeal & Maximum protection for your home with

NEW SIDING!

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL FREE HOT WINGS

Come In For The

Fresh Cut WARM UP WITH A BOWL OF HOT SOUP!

Orders to go 778-3278

Category A & B Bed Licensed Assisted Living Needing an affordable, fun, safe, homelike place to live or for your loved one to live? If you are elderly or disabled this is the place for you!

PREFINISHED SIDING WITH QUALITY FINISHES AND INDUSTRY LEADING WARRANTEES DISPLAYS & SAMPLES AVAILABLE MANY SOLID & TWO TONE COLORS

J & M LUMBER

HOURS Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 8426 E. Hwy 12 • 406-778-2030 • Baker, MT

Offering: 24-hour supervision 24-hour RN on-call Warm friendly professional staff Homemade meals 3x/day with fresh baked goods Activities to please all interests Limited to extensive assistance with activities of daily living Opportunities are endless and we are the next best place to home! Providing SUPERIOR Care to our friends and neighbors Call for information regarding available rooms and our extremely competitive rates compared to Long Term Care Facilities. Michelle Shumaker 406-778-3201 or 406-891-0185 Accepting: Private Pay Long Term Care Insurance Home and Community Based Service Clients (Medicaid Waiver)

• Scorio and Gravel • Drilling Sites • Roads • Reclaims P.O. Box 1193 Baker, MT 59313 Office: 406-778-3401 Fax: 406-778-3751