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VOLUME 99

ISSUE 46

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FALLON County

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BAKER, MONTANA 59313

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Commission drafts new administrative position By Sherry Vogel Twenty plus county employees flooded the Commissioners’ office during their regular open business meeting Nov. 4. Topic of discussion at the three o’clock hour was Julie Straub, human resource director, finalizing a job description draft which would create a new county position entitled Chief Administrative Officer. The job overview reads: This position serves the Fallon County Commission in the administration of a broad range of activities and programs, including day-to-day operations. Acts as liaison between Commission and other entities to increase communication. Provides guidance and support in fiscal, policy, and legislative development to the Commission and department heads. Assists in budget development and expenditure tracking; pursues economic opportunities for the betterment of Fallon County. This administrative position was drafted to pay $95,000 annually with a wage increase to $100,000 after a 12 month probation period. During a question and answer period following Straub’s presentation to the Commissioners, various department heads and

their employees voiced concerns regarding the scope of authority of the new administrator, and what effect it would have on them and their jobs. The paragraph on the working draft that caused near mutiny was found on page two of three under the heading Supervision of Others: Monitors work production of department heads and their work units; reports progress and/or issues to the Commission. Develops performance appraisals for department heads and submits for Commission approval. Engages in active performance management with coaching, training, and skills development. Works in conjunction with Human Resources in administration of progressive discipline and all personnel matters. Tensions were high as issues were raised about department heads being micro managed. The words “betrayed” and “insulted” were voiced. Commissioner Baldwin stated, “It is not our intention to micro manage department heads.” Commissioner Randash added, “The administrator would be more of a commission assistant and more of a resource person for the heads.” When questioned why this position was necessary, Commis-

sioner Ranum expressed, “We (the commission) are in need of an administrative assistant because we have too many departments to oversee.” She went on to add, “There is a need for monitoring seasonal work production, and the regular maintenance of thousands of dollars of county equipment, which are not being maintained properly.” She clarified, equipment used at the fair, weeds, cemetery, and golf course. Another topic of concern which was important to Ranum was the millions of dollars belonging to Fallon County which was laying in a local savings account earning less than one percent interest. This new position would warrant someone who could wisely invest on behalf of Fallon County’s interests. A third need expressed by all three commissioners was the need for our corner of Montana and Fallon County to have representation on the legislative level. The new job position would require a person with experience as a lobbyist who would lobby on behalf of Fallon County and inform the commission on all legislative issues impacting the county. In the course of conversation, Straub mentioned that she had researched the wage of a lobbyist which she found to be $65,000 annually.

Beach chosen Young Outstanding Educator

SPARTANS MOVE ON

Baker Spartans’ tough defense held the Manhattan Tigers scoreless the first quarter in the quarter-final playoff game Nov. 7 in Baker. The Spartans went on to defeat the Tigers, 37-21. They will travel to Fairfield SaturPhoto by Darlene Hornung day, Nov. 14, to challenge the Eagles in the semi-finals at 1 p.m.

Opportunity to give for the holiday season By Sherry Vogel Are you looking for an opportunity to pay it forward for the holidays? Why not give locally to those in our community who are in need of one of life’s basic needs: food. The cupboard has a special need this year for protein based food products such as beef stew, chili, baked beans, ravioli, tuna, jerky and other canned meat products. Although whatever you wish to donate is very appreciated. The Community Cupboard, located at the Senior Citizen Center in Baker, is a local food bank program for residents of Fallon County. The items are stocked by food and monetary donations from the community for the community. Currently, there is not an application process, but individuals in need

of food assistance should call first. Information obtained will help personalize food distribution. The Community Cupboard also seeks donations for the holiday season to make Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets for those who have a need for a provisional dinner. Individuals or families in need of a basket should call ahead. Thanksgiving basket deadline is November 20. The Community Cupboard receives most of its food donations during this time of year, but there is always a need. Anyone can donate anytime at 410 W. Montana Ave., Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed during lunch hour 12 noon to 1 p.m. For more information or questions, contact Carla or Tiffany at 406-778-2600.

Bang! Bang! President Obama kills Keystone pipeline By Sherry Vogel One week ago today on November 6, President Barack Obama said ‘no’ to the request from TransCanada to build the Keystone XL Pipeline. This ends a seven year review of the construction project. Issues concerning energy, the economy and its impact on climate changes fueled the fury against the controversial pipeline. Green movement activists who battled over climate change majorly influenced Obama. They have marched and rallied in front of the White House for the past four years. Obama believed that the pipeline wouldn’t be a silver bullet for the economy. He stated, “The pipeline would not make a meaningful long term contribution to our economy.” The U.S. State Department contended that the U.S. couldn’t approve Keystone XL while purporting to be a global leader on climate action. As Tran-

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sCanada abandons its North-South Keystone Pipeline XL, it is focusing on the West-East with East Energy Pipeline. This will span 2,858 miles and is designed to move eleven million barrels of crude oil a day from Alberta and Saskatchewan refineries in eastern Canada. On a local level, how is a local city leader responding to the Nov. 6 announcement? City Mayor Clayton Hornung stated, “I don’t agree with Obama when he stated that the pipeline did not have a meaningful positive impact on the economy.” Hornung added, “TransCanada made a large impact on Baker as it funded $4 million into Baker City projects for upgrade to infrastructure.” Baker’s city water and sewer lines were replaced with money from TransCanada, as well as county contributions. “One of the biggest hits the local area will take is the loss of all the state of Montana and Fallon County revenues which are lost,” Hornung concluded.

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By Sherry Vogel Mrs. Lynn Beach, business teacher at Baker H i g h School, was surprised when she was selected Young Outstanding Business Educator for the State of Montana at the Montana Educators’ Association Convention Oct. 15-16 in Billings. After graduating college, Beach was employed as a financial analyst and an auditor in Washington State. She grew tired of sitting behind a desk and decided to go back to college to become an educator. She returned to Baker to conduct her student teaching under the guidance of business instructor Scott Anderson. Upon completion, she was hired to co-teach with Anderson as he took on additional responsibilities for the district. Co-workers Beach and Anderson teach high school business classes and computer classes at the middle school. Over the past four years, Beach has implemented a diverse curriculum to teach her students some real life business savvy. She has utilized a stock market game which teaches the student how to invest in the stock market. She also introduced the Montana Business Challenge to her students. They set up their own simulated businesses. Then students may choose to compete against other Montana students with similar student businesses. Top winners are awarded college scholarships. Beach with her mentor Anderson has also started an extracurricular activity for students called Business Professionals of America Club. Mrs. Beach perfects her agricultural business skills as she and her husband Connor, are engaged in ranching south of Baker.

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2015

FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, November 18, 2005Two National Guardsmen from Baker, Jerry Losing and George Mickolio, arrived back in Baker after serving nearly a year in Iraq. . . High temperature Nov. 11 was 76 degrees. . Rev. Steve Mortenson is the new pastor of the First Baptist Church in Plevna. . . Baker businesses, organizations and individuals are gearing up for the holidays. First late night opening is Nov. 25. . . The “Neighbor to Neighbor Hurricane Relief Benefit” held Nov. 13 was a huge success. The total amount our community will be sending to Cameron Parish, Louisiana will be close to $18,600. . . Baker Spartan football team ended their season with a loss to Cut Bank, 15-34. . . Tenth annual Positive Choices Youth Conference was held Nov. 10. Keynote speakers were Ronald B. Clem and Glenda Davis. . . Picture: Mike and Esther Murphy, local members of the O’Fallon Historical Society, made a large donation to the Society’s building fund. Plans are to build a large addition onto the present metal building, costing approximately $125,000. . . Dickinson State Bluehawks football team won their fourth consecutive conference championship. Kylan Klauzer of Baker was selected first team all-conference and was chosen as the conference’s Most Valuable Senior. Last year’s recipient was Jace Schillinger, also of Baker. 20 YEARS AGO Friday, November 17, 1995Baker Lady Spartans won the district basketball championship and will now travel to divisional competition in Livingston. Plevna Lady Cougars took third in district competition and will be at their divisional basketball tournament at Billings West. . . A retirement party for Dennis Afrank will be held Nov. 25 at the Fallon County Exhibit Hall. Dennis is retiring from Shell Oil. . Ron and Gini Knipfer attended a family dinner in Baker Nov. 12 in honor of their 25th wedding anniversary. . . Esther Wildish responded to an ad in the Miles City Star that advertised a talent search for new singers and songwriters. She entered the contest and was notified she was in the nomination group for an award. Wildish attended the award ceremony in Nashville. She did not win an award but it was an honor to be nominated. 30 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 14, 1985- Baker Spartans win their play-off game against Forsyth. They received a bye for the first play-off game. Next Saturday they will compete against Cut Bank in semifinal action. Seniors on the team are Mitch Domagala, Dan Stanton, Sean Smith, Jeff Nichols, Dale Singer, James 3

Herbst, Dave Schweigert, Doug Bechtold, and Dave Kruger. . . Spartan girls basketball team will travel to Wolf Point this weekend to participate in the divisional tournament. . . Jacob Schaefer, 68, of Plevna died Nov. 5. . . Celia Zupanik celebrated her 75th birthday Nov. 8. . . Plevna girls basketball team travels to Miles City for their district tournament. 40 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 13, 1975 -- Baker New Breeds first feeder calf show and sale held at Baker Livestock Auction Nov. 8 drew the largest number of all consigned cattle ever to fill the yards at Baker. . . . Local hunters have probably noticed the decrease in deer population over last year’s hunting season. The cause is Epizootic Hemoragic Disease, a virus interfering with the clotting system of the white-tailed deer. . . The following students earned varsity football letters for the 1975 season: Bill Wade, Randy Morris, Kimbal Thompson, Doug Varner, Kevin Tymchuck, Mike Mahon, Steve Bruski, Clancy O’Connor, Vance Johnson, Dennis Randash, Larry Dahl, Bill Zupanik, Tom Madler, Bob Zachmann, Richard Curry, Royal Duneman, Mark Coldwell, Brian Meidinger, Alan Abrams, John Beach, Steve Baldwin, Eric Tiedemann, John Bechtold, Kyle Alexander; managers - Monty Erickson and Gary Cameron. John Beach was selected by the Eastern A football coaches as a second team All-Conference defensive tackle for the 1975 season. 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 4, 1965 -- Baker High School Spartans finished their regular season by a win over the Plentywood Wildcats. The Eastern Division Class B championship was the prize. . . Mr. and Mrs. Tom Overton traveled to South Dakota to attend the funeral of his father, I.W. Overton. . . Sam Durham was named to fill the vacancy on the city council made by Stanley Erlenbush when he moved from Ward I to Ward II. . . Commissioners report the nursing home is approximately 70 percent completed. . . . Senator Gene Huntley spoke at a meeting discussing electric power. 60 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 10, 1955 -- Robert Brownson crowned Sally Griffith as football queen during activities Friday afternoon. . . Oil production going strong in the Baker area. . . Funeral services for Jacob Schopp held Wednesday. . . Justice Herbst advises night drivers to watch their speed due to the influx of arrests of night drivers exceeding the speed limit. . . Nov. 16 persons throughout Fallon

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County will receive their 1955 Christmas Seals, marking the opening of the 49th annual Christmas Seal sale. . . Community Church held their annual meeting Nov. 7 with Bud Price presiding. 70 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 8, 1945 -- As a result of the Fallon County taxpayers voting a $100,000 bond issue this summer for the erection of a county hospital, the board of county commissioners this fall requested the various organizations appoint various representatives to serve on an advisory committee for the purpose of reviewing the architect’s plan and making representations on the size of the hospital and selections of a site. . . Harold Leischner of Plevna is suffering from arm and chest injuries resulting from a hunting accident Sunday night south of Ekalaka. . . Dale Olson has been discharged from the service; Eddie Flastad, Jr. discharged from the Navy. . . Wildwood pavilion is all dressed up to go with a roller skating and dance program, managed by Connie Hatton. . . Other discharges from the Armed Forces listed for the week include Sgt. David Collie, Lloyd V. Johnson, Pfc. Emil Krausz, C. Jesperson, Marvin Hanson, Cpl. Harry G. Houston, Pvt. Reinhard Meyer, Pvt. Louis Jensen, Lt. Robert E. Lentz, Pfc. Clinton Rost, and Harvey L. Rost. 80 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 7, 1935-- An Armistice Day program, arranged by Mrs. H.E. Felt, was presented at the regular meeting of the Woman’s Club. . . Burns Bros., whose garage was destroyed by fire a week ago Saturday, are now ready to serve their customers at their new location in the former People’s Exchange building. 90 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 12, 1925-- Next Tuesday at the Baker Lake Theatre people will for the first time observe Pioneer Day and the public (adults only) is invited to attend the program given in honor of the pioneers who will occupy seats of honor on the stage. . . Bob Askin of Ismay won the bucking contest in the Los Angeles roundup and carried away the $5500 purse for the championship. Paddy

Ryan, also of Ismay, was a close second, two and one-half points behind Bob in scoring. . . . Mildred Gullidge, Margaret Warren, and Lottie Bisbee will represent Baker High School at the annual vocational congress to be held in Bozeman next week.

Baker responders attend training Emergency Responders Tom Bruha, Brock Collins and Dale Butori from the Baker Fire Department and DES Coordinator Chuck Lee recently completed training offered by the Center for Domestic Preparedness (CDP) in Anniston, AL. The CDP is operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and is the only federally-chartered Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) training facility in the nation. The CDP develops and delivers advanced training for emergency response providers, emergency managers, and other government officials from state, local, and tribal governments. The CDP offers more than 40 training courses focusing on incident management, mass casualty response, and emergency response to a catastrophic natural disaster or terrorist act. Training at the CDP campus is federally funded at no cost to state, local, and tribal emergency response professionals or their agency. Resident training at the CDP includes healthcare and public health courses at the Noble Training Facility, the nation’s only hospital dedicated to training healthcare professionals in disaster preparedness and response. A number of resident training courses culminate at the CDP’s Chemical, Ordnance, Biological and Radiological (COBRA) Training Facility. The COBRA is the nation’s only facility featuring civilian training exercises in a true toxic environment using chemical agents. The ad-

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vanced hands-on training enables responders to effectively prevent, respond to, and recover from real-world inciThe Golden Girls will hold dents involving acts of their birthday luncheon Friday, terrorism and other hazardous Nov. 20, at noon at the Tavern. materials.

L AW ENFORCEMENT Baker Police Department • November 2 - November 8, 2015 - 25 Calls for service: 2 agency assists; 3 alarms; 1 animal complaint; 3 citizen assists; 1 disturbance; 2 extra patrols; 2 harassments; 3 informations; 1 missing person; 1 public safety complaint; 3 traffic stops; 2 unlocks; 1 welfare check NOTE: Please be aware that people are receiving Scam Calls regarding the IRS. These are Scams and people should not send them any money or give them any personal information.

FROM City Court

• Tyler Michael Medearis, Plevna, driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked, $535 with $250 suspended on conditions for six months (5/4/16), jail of 180 days with 178 days suspended on conditions for six months, ten days jail to be completed by December 5, 2015, loss of driver’s license to be determined by the State of Montana, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and or surcharges as agreed/ordered, complete jail sentence as ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for the WiseChoice LifeSkills Course Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during the suspension/deferral period, ticket issued 10/16/15. • Tyler Michael Medearis, Plevna, fail to properly secure license plates, $85, ticket issued 10/16/15. • Ernest Lee Lizer, Baker, fail to carry proof or exhibit/insurance in vehicle, owner or operator, 1st offense, dismissed by Court per proof of insurance at date and time of citation, ticket issued 10/18/15. • Robert Eldon Bondell, Baker, fail to carry proof or exhibit/insurance in vehicle, owner or operator, 1st offense, dismissed by Court per proof of insurance at date and time of ci-

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Justice Court • Joshua John Duff, Potomac, driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked, $535, jail of 180 days with 178 suspended on conditions for six months (5/5/16), two days jail to be completed by December 1, 2015, loss of driver’s license to be determined by the State of Montana, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees, and or surcharges as agreed/ordered, complete jail sentence as ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for the WiseChoice LifeSkills Course Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, file proof of valid driver’s license with the Court by March 15, 2016, ticket issued 9/16/15. • Joshua John Duff, Potomac, speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 82/70, $40, ticket issued 9/16/15.

Friday - Egg Salad on Croissant Cheesy Broccoli Soup Saturday - Cook’s Choice Tuesday - Lasagna w/Garlic Bread Creamy Mushroom Soup Wednesday - Pork Fritters w/Mashed Potatoes & White Gravy • Stuffed Pepper Soup Thursday - French Dip • Beef Noodle Soup If you don’t see what you want

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tation, ticket issued 10/12/15. • Ernest Lee Lizer, Baker, speed, exceed restricted speed limit established local authority, 55/45, bond forfeited $55, ticket issued 10/18/15. • Kyle Evan Goerndt, Baker, violation of a no contact order, dismissed by Prosecution per Plea Bargain Agreement, ticket issued 4/16/15.

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Nov 4 42 35 .07 Nov 5 46 28 Nov 6 41 27 T Nov 7 56 26 Nov 8 61 25 Nov 9 60 20 Nov 10 34 21 T YTD Moisture - 14.79”

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Local Government Review Awareness By John Beach, Local Government Review member Please let it be known that the recent discussions involving our local government officials and the departments on hiring a manager have nothing to do with the Local Government Review that was established a year ago and is ongoing. One of the alternative forms of government available and allowed under our state constitution is a county manager form of government, which would have to be presented to our local voters and ratified before materializing. It could involve many differing scenarios regarding our local government structure depending on what we as citizens vote to adopt. We could, for example, elect three to five commissioners who meet much like a city council, weekly or monthly, and set policy and who themselves hire an administrator who is responsible for day to day administration of county business and who can be removed at the discretion of the commission based on performance. They would possibly have greater jurisdiction and powers in our local elected officials’ departments, for example, clerk and recorder, treasurer, attorneys, to name a few, but only with a change of government structure that would again be voted on by the citizens. The commission could, in turn, be paid more on a per meeting basis rather than annual salary, freeing up funds for paying the salary of the administrator, as an example. My present understanding of the proposed hiring of a county manager being discussed is mainly an extension of the powers that the present county commission has and he/she will function mainly in an advisory capacity with limited jurisdiction. I am somewhat concerned in the timing and frank conversations that have arisen because of the proposed manager hiring, but I reiterate that our government review process is not associated with this hiring. We will continue the process and welcome as much input as we can illicit from the public to help us determine if a change in local government structure is warranted, and to what extent. It is a complicated and time consuming process, but hopefully, it is viewed as important and beneficial. It is a review allowed by our State Constitution to determine whether our present system of local government is adequate, could use some tweaking, or major changes. Hopefully, we can work together to come up with a few changes that will improve our local government system, today and in the future. Please take the time to do a little homework on our local government process, ask questions, and provide some input. We are presently conducting surveys, doing small group meetings, and will hold public input meetings in the future to decide if we want any proposed changes to appear on the General Election ballots in 2016. We have not changed our local government structure since, I believe 1917, so it is at least important to take the time to do an adequate review. A large number of counties and cities in Montana are currently undertaking the same review process. I think the present discussions and controversies arising from the recent proposed manager hiring should be viewed as beneficial. There are many pros and cons associated with a county manager-type government depending on where you fall in the stakeholder category. These discussions elicit more community involvement and communication. The change in structure manager is different than what is

being proposed by the commission and could be very beneficial or detrimental depending on how it is finalized. We can also look at consolidating county and city government and going to a board of five commissioners, replacing mayor and city council that meets monthly or periodically and set policy for a combined local government. I do not see the present proposal put forth by the commission as detrimental as it is only an extension of the powers they presently possess, it should not undermine elected officials’ departments, and should be, therefore, presented as a tool to improve our local government. I would hope that if the commission is using an advisor or administrator to help with our local government function, we would see a cost savings on their salary, possibly parttime, or improved efficiency to justify the cost. If the manager position doesn’t work, they can eliminate it. Use it as a learning tool. If we learn something from the process, but it doesn’t work out, so be it - eliminate the position Please contact Sandy Kinsey (406-971-5815) or John Beach (406-978-5646) with questions, concerns, and input into our local government review. We could use another study commission member, call us or the county commission if you would be interested in serving. Thank you! Public meeting every third Monday at 5 p.m. in the courthouse basement meeting room. Please attend.

Wild Game Feed The ninth annual Wild Game Feed will be Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Fallon County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall in Baker with proceeds benefitting the Ekalaka Fire Department, Ismay Fire Department, Medicine Rocks Church, and the Sons of the American Legion. The free will donation meal this year will have an array of wild game cuisine including: antelope, deer, elk, buffalo, bighorn sheep, bear, and possibly moose. The meal will be served from 4-6 p.m. with all the fun and games to follow.

Salute to Education banquet The Salute to Education banquet, sponsored by the Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture, will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Exhibit Hall with social hour beginning at 6:00 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Lady J’s Catering from Dickinson will be serving. Don Schillinger will be the guest speaker. The banquet is held annually to show appreciation for teachers and paraprofessionals of local public schools.

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To All Veterans Twas the night before Christmas, he lived all alone, in a one bedroom house made of plaster and stone. I had come down the chimney with presents to give, and to see just who in this home did live. I looked all about, a strange sight I did see, no tinsel, no presents, not even a tree.

brate a bright Christmas day. They all enjoyed freedom each month of the year, because of the soldiers, like the one lying here.

I couldn’t help wonder how many lay alone, on a cold Christmas eve in a land far from home. The very thought brought a tear to my eye, I dropped to my knees and No stocking by mantle, just started to cry. boots filled with sand, The soldier awakened and I And on the wall pictures of heard a rough voice, far distant lands. “Santa don’t cry, this life is With medals and badges, my choice; awards of all kinds, a sobering thought came to I fight for freedom, I don’t my mind. ask for more, For this house was different, my life is my God, my counso dark and so dreary, try, my corps.” the home of a soldier, now I The soldier rolled over and could see clearly. soon drifted to sleep, I couldn’t control it, I continThe soldier lay sleeping, ued to weep. silent, alone, I kept watch for hours, so curled up on the floor in this silent and still, one bedroom home. and we both shivered from The face was so gentle, the the cold evening’s chill. room in such disorder, not how I pictured a United I didn’t want to leave on that States soldier. cold, dark, night, Was this the hero of whom I’d this guardian of honor so just read? willing to fight. Curled up on a poncho, the Then the soldier rolled over, floor for a bed? with a voice soft and pure, whispered, “Carry on Santa, I realized the families that I it’s Christmas day, all is sesaw this night, cure.” owed their lives to these sol- One look at my watch, and I diers who were willing to knew he was right. fight. “Merry Christmas my friend, Soon round the world, the and to all a good night.” children would play, (By Lance Corporal James M. and grownups would cele- Schmidt)

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Ayden Patrick Burlison Alex Burlison and Brittney Demunbrun of Glendive are proud to announce the arrival of their son, Ayden Patrick. Ayden was born Nov. 20, 2015 at Glendive Medical Center in Glendive. He weighed 7 lbs. 15 oz. and measured 20 inches long. His grandparents are Pat and Sue Burlison of Glendive and Monica (Quenzer) Demunbrun of Worland, WY.

Extension Calendar Nov. 15 - Carter County 4-H Achievement Night Nov. 17 - Fallon County 4-H Shooting Sports begins Nov. 18 - Fallon County 4-H nursing home mini-fair Nov. 26 - Holiday - office closed

Cards Submitted by Jay Gregory Thirteen players came out to play pinochle at the Baker Senior Citizen Center Nov. 8. There was one table of four players and three tables of three players. Winners were Judy Fradenburgh, Lorraine Meschke, and Marj Peterson. Pinochle will be played again next Sunday, Nov. 15, at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center.

Fallon County Times and Places HOPE, do you feel alcohol is causing problems, we can help, Tuesdays at 7:00 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 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 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, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 12:30 - 3:30 p.m., courthouse Benefit auction for Kinsley Noll, Golva Fire Hall, supper 57 p.m., auction 6 p.m., Nov. 14. Changed For Life church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center, Nov. 15. Baker Homecrafters; County Study Commission, 4 p.m., courthouse basement; Fair Board meeting, 6 p.m., Fallon County Fairgrounds exhibit hall Fallon County Water & Sewer District/Stanhope Addition, monthly meeting, library basement, 6:30 p.m., Nov. 16. Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church; Codependent Support Group, noon, American Lutheran Church, Nov. 17. City Council, 7 p.m., Fallon County court room; Knights of Columbus, 8 p.m., St. John’s Catholic Church basement, Nov. 18.

November 13 - Crystl Green, Ethan Gundlach, Jake Murnion, Juanita Rost, Kodee Varner, Nathan Beck, Elias Havens November 14 - Brittany Rambur, Emily Wiedebush November 15 - Avery Newell, Erik Morris, Jim Reetz, Sr., Julie Post, Marriah Rost, Shayla Brown, Shaley Crawford, Nicole Schuler November 16 - Deanna Hayden, Javon DeGrand, Katrina Johnson, Kristen Custer November 17 - Olivia Gunderson November 18 - Randy Morris, Haddie Straub November 19 - Doug Eagon, Robert Singer, Trenton Collins, William Lukofnok, Zoie Rost, Ray Sebestyen

Please join us for a

Dinner Reception

Xi Alpha Nu’s

Holiday Bazaar Baker High School Sunday, November 22 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. KIDS CORNER! Fallon County Rec Dept. will host a free craft and game area for kids

Lunch served by Close-up students

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Sun., Nov. 22, 2015 • 6:00 p.m. Plevna Community Center Holistic services

Holistic service offered include: offered include:

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Natural Health Center

110 Beach,MT ND 202Central S 4th StAve. W •S,Baker,

Seeing patients Tuesdays at Fallon Medical Complex lower level Dr. Jake Holkup

Dr. Kylie in Baker Simnioniw

• Applied • Kinesiology Applied Kinesiology • Acupuncture • Nutrition Consultation • Cranial-Sacral Therapy • Foot Orthotics • Pediatric and Pregnancy

appointments M,For W& F - 7 a.m.-5:30call p.m. Toll Free T & Th - 7 1-877-267-7520 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays ext. 245 Sat. -406-778-5100 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cell 701-866-4011 1-701-872-7520

Dr. James R. Campbell, DDS Family Dentistry

“Friends Healing Friends”

Complete general dentistry for adults & children:

• Preventive • Cosmetic • Implants • Crowns

FALLON MEDICAL COMPLEX & COMMUNITY CLINIC

202 South 4th Street • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-3331 Hospital • 406-778-2833 Clinic

CLINIC HOURS Monday – Friday • 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

SERVICES INCLUDE 24-Hour Emergency Room Acute Care/Hospital Care Outpatient Surgery Skilled Nursing Home Swing Bed/Long Term Care Home Health Services Life Line • Social Services Diagnostic Imaging • Mammography Colonoscopy • Ultrasound • CT • MRI Laboratory • Physical Therapy Dietetic Counseling Telemedicine Site

• Fillings • Root Canals • Extractions • Dentures

Practice located in Baker since 1994 Darr yl Espeland, DO Dominick Trivisonno, MD Paul Wheeler, PA-C Leanne Garcia, PA-C VISITING SPECIALISTS Leszek Jaszczak, MD (Radiology) Jeff Williams, MD (Obstetrics/Gynecology) 24-hr access via Telemedicine to Billings Specialists

SERVICES Flu & pneumonia immunizations • Prenatal care FAA, DOT, ICC physicals • Cryotherapy Minor surgical procedures Family health care for all ages

Healthy Montana Kids Provider

202 South 4th Street W. Baker, MT 59313 (lower level of Fallon Medical Complex)

(406)778-5150 (800)676-7161 Ext. 231

Office hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

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Wendy’s High School Heisman finalist

Luke Gonsioroski (#5) broke loose with a 43 yard touchdown.

November 5, Spencer Losing, a senior at Baker High School, was named a state finalist for the Wendy’s High School Heisman Program. Each state finalist receives a bronze medal, a $25 Wendy’s gift card, and a state finalist patch. Spencer, son of Jerry and Jill) has been recognized as an exceptional student athlete who is recognized for his success as an athlete and a Spencer was appointed by student. Spencer participates Senator Jon Tester in 2014 to in cross country, wrestling and serve as a United States Sentrack. He has qualified for ate Page. In 2013, Spencer state in all three sports. He is was chosen as one of 20 MonDistrict IV Student Council tana high school students to president, a member of the travel with the Mansfield Baker High School Student Center at the University of Council, vice president of the Photo by Bohle Images BHS Student Union, member Montana to Cambodia of Business Professionals of Fallon County Times America, National Honor SoClassifieds Sell! ciety, as well as a member of Call 406-778-3344 Manhattan forced another band and choir. Baker fumble and returned it back to their own 24 yard line. Manhattan then punched it in for the touchdown to make it a 10 point game, 3121. Baker was not finished. On the next possession, Joe Fisher punched it in on a four yard touchdown run to make the score 37-21. With time winding down in the fourth, Matt Packer put the game ALL PURCHASES BENEFIT OUR SCHOOL! away after intercepting the Tigers. The Spartans then kneeled the ball and ran off the remaining seconds of the game, and they defeated the Manhattan Tigers 37-21. Offensively, rushing: Luke Gonsioroski was 33-176 yards, Joe Fisher 25-150 yards. Team rushing: 58-326 yards. Passing: Luke Gonsioroski was 1-5 for 25 yards and a TD. Receiving: Austin Braun had one catch for 25 yards and a TD. Defensively, tackles: Andrew Craft 15, Matt Packer 13, Ben Fujimori 10. Interceptions: Matt Packer 2, Jordan Baxter 1, Austin Braun 1, Kadon Gentilini 1, Joe Fisher 1. Fumble recoveries: Josh Stutts 1, Joe Fisher 1. The Spartans will travel to Fairfield Saturday, Nov. 14, to take on the Eagles in semifinal playoff action to try and advance to the state championship.

Spartans move on to the semi-finals By Jordan Baxter The Baker Spartans hosted the Manhattan Tigers Nov. 7 for the Class B quarter-final playoff game. Baker started the game very physical. The Spartans’ defense shut down Manhattan’s passing offense. Both defenses were shutting down any offensive touchdowns until the end of the first quarter when Luke Gonsioroski broke loose with a 43 yard touchdown run. The extra point was good from Austin Braun to make it a 7-0 Spartan lead. In the middle of the second quarter, Manhattan fired back with a four yard touchdown pass and extra point to tie the

game, 7-7. With time winding down in the first half, Manhattan threw an interception to Jordan Baxter who took it back to the Tigers’ two yard line with two seconds remaining in the half. Joe Fisher punched in the two yard touchdown as time expired in the half to give the Spartans a 13-7 lead at halftime. The Spartans started the third quarter with the ball and began to drive down the field after a great kick return by Kadon Gentilini to get into Manhattan territory. The drive ended as Luke Gonsioroski ran in for an eleven yard touchdown to make it a 19-7 lead. As the Tigers began to

BHS Science Fair

drive down the field, Kadon Gentilini intercepted a pass to give it back to the Spartans. The Spartans took advantage of the turnover and Luke Gonsioroski connected with Austin Braun with a 25 yard touchdown pass to make it a 25-7 Baker lead. At the end of the third, Manhattan scored a touchdown to make it 25-13 Baker. Opening the fourth quarter, the Spartans had the ball and fumbled, giving it back to the Tigers. On the following play, the Tigers fumbled right back and Joe Fisher recovered and ran it 27 yards down the field to give the Spartans good field position in the fourth.

COME TO OUR BOOK FAIR!

Tues. & Wed., November 17 & 18 3:15 - 7:00 p.m. Longfellow School November 22 Holiday Bazaar

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The high school science fair will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17, in the Complex Lobby at the high school. Awards will be posted by 4:00 p.m. and the fair will be open to the public from 4:00-5:30 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Linda Rost at 406-778-3329.

Near Main St. on U.S. Highway 12 Baker MT 59313

Muffy’s Convenience Store • 3 Pay at the Pump Gas Pumps • Full Convenience Store Great Business - Great Price Qualified Buyers Only

Northwest Real Estate Bob Herbst - Call 406-978-2233

We hold a regular weekly cattle and feeder cattle sale every Wednesday. We buy sheep and weigh-up horses every Thursday. Special Sales as advertised. Give us a call to visit about your marketing plans.

AUG 28 THROUGH Nov 30, 2015

FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO COOPERTIRE.COM OR CALL 1.406.778.2519 *GO TO COOPERTIRE.COM TO SUBMIT ONLINE OR TO DOWNLOAD AN OFFICIAL MAIL-IN FORM AND FOR OFFICIAL TERMS & CONDITIONS. FORM AND TERMS & CONDITIONS ALSO AVAILABLE AT POINT OF PURCHASE. PAYMENT OF REWARD BASED ON PURCHASES IN THE U.S. AND PUERTO RICO WILL BE MADE THROUGH A COOPER TIRES VISA® PREPAID CARD. CARDS ARE ISSUED BY CITIBANK, N.A. PURSUANT TO A LICENSE FROM VISA U.S.A. INC. AND MANAGED BY CITI PREPAID SERVICES. VISA PREPAID CARDS CANNOT BE REDEEMED FOR CASH AND CANNOT BE USED FOR CASH WITHDRAWALS. VISA PREPAID CARDS CAN BE USED EVERYWHERE VISA DEBIT CARDS ARE ACCEPTED. OFFER IS IN EFFECT FOR TIRES PURCHASED FROM AUGUST 28, 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2015. OFFER BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF ELIGIBLE NEW TIRES AT TIME OF PURCHASE. ELIGIBLE TIRES ARE THE COOPER CS3 TOURING, COOPER DISCOVERER H/T, COOPER DISCOVERER H/T PLUS, COOPER DISCOVERER HT3, COOPER CS5 TOURING, COOPER ZEON RS3-A, COOPER ZEON RS3-S, COOPER DISCOVERER STT PRO, COOPER DISCOVERER AT/W, COOPER DISCOVERER SRX, COOPER DISCOVERER A/T3, COOPER ADVENTURER A/T**, COOPER DISCOVERER LSX**, COOPER DISCOVERER LSX PLUS**, COOPER DISCOVERER ATP**, COOPER DISCOVERER HTP**, COOPER DISCOVERER RTX** AND COOPER GLS TOURING**. REWARD AMOUNT DEPENDS ON QUALIFYING TIRES PURCHASED. **AVAILABLE AT SELECT RETAILERS

C & D Yards • Baker, Montana

Open between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday. Your cattle will be delivered to Lemmon Livestock on Tuesday evening and will be sold on Wednesday. Cattle will be on feed & water and there will be a brand inspector on site. Wed.,

Nov. 18: Regular Sale w/Special All Breeds Calf Sale Wed., Nov. 25: NO SALE - Thanksgiving Holiday Sat., Nov. 28: Annual Thanksgiving Special Bred Heifer & Stock Cow Sale Wed., Dec. 2: Regular Sale w/Special All Breeds Calf Sale Featuring Weaned Calves

Wed., Wed., Wed., Wed.,

Dec. 9: Regular Sale w/Special All Breeds Calf Sale Dec. 16: Regular Sale w/Special Bred Heifer/Stock Cow Sale Dec. 23: NO SALE - Christmas Holiday Dec. 30: NO SALE - New Years Holiday

You can now reach us on the Internet at www.lemmonlivestock.com If you have livestock to consign or would like us to stop at your ranch, please call Lemmon Livestock at

605-374-3877 or 800-822-8853

Paul Huffman C & D Yards Clint Ehret

Owner/Manager Baker, Montana Baker Field Rep.

605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 406-778-3282 406-772-5522

303 W. Montana Ave • 406-778-2519 www.farmersunionoilcenex.com

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Fourth grade bridges By Dylan Sander Mrs. Isaacs’ fourth grade has been learning how to design and build bridges that are able to hold heavy loads. Bridges have to withstand the weight of trucks, cars and people without falling. The fourth graders mustered up their engineering skills and built popsicle stick bridges. Their bridges were put to the test by supporting as many weights as possible. Tylee Rieger’s bridge held 0.7 lb., Cooper O’Connor’s bridge held 2.2 lbs., Brandon Breihahn-Gracia’s bridge - 2.61 lbs., Whitney Thielen’s bridge - 3.1 lbs., Noah Arnold’s bridge - 3.1 lbs., Wyatt Thielen’s bridge - 7.7 lbs., and last, but not least, Carson Sander’s bridge held 11.8 lbs. These are the architects of the future. Good job, fourth grade on your bridge building techniques.

Pictured l-r: Ryan Perfater and Isaiah Prather picking spinach.

Growing fresh spinach Back row, l-r: Brandon Breihahn-Garcia, L-r: Jenna Paul and Cheyenne Farris helping out in Noah Arnold, Cooper O’Connor and the kitchen. Wyatt Thielen. Front row, l-r: Tylee Rieger, Whitney Thielen and Carson By Nicole Allerdings off tables. Connie and Ann are Sander This year the cooks at very pleased to have them and Plevna School - Connie Lang would love to see them conand Ann Werre - have given tinue to learn new skills. The students the opportunity to students help during or after help out in the kitchen. Sev- lunch, but in the future the enth grader Jenna Paul and cooks would like to teach sixth grader Cheyenne Farris them how to prepare meals. volunteered to fill the posiJenna and Cheyenne do a tions. Some of their duties in- great job maintaining order in clude washing dishes, refilling the kitchen and their work is the milk cooler, and cleaning much appreciated.

Lunch room aides

The Legend of the Blue Bonnet By Jessica Stockett Mrs. Benner’s third grade class read a book called The Legend of the Blue Bonnet. It was about a girl whose family died in a drought in Texas, and her only possession to remember them by was a doll given to her. In order to receive rain, someone from the Comanche tribe must burn

their most valuable possession. Because none of the other tribe members would burn anything, this little girl burned the doll. The morning after the sacrifice, blue bonnets sprouted where the fire had been and rain came. Now in the spring, the first flower to sprout in Texas is the blue bonnet, which also happens to

be the state flower. The third graders’ project now is to create dolls to replicate the one in their story. They are using fabric to create the bodies, and then decorating the dolls with hair and clothes. Once the dolls are completed, they will be put on display.

Junior high basketball Plevna vs. Melstone Girls 4-6 Plevna 6, Melstone 11 Ashley Sander 4, Jenna Paul 2 Boys 4-6 Plevna 8, Melstone 34 Nic Buerkle 3, Cooper O’Connor 5 Boys 6-8 Plevna 1, Melstone 59 Jesse Isaacs 1 Girls 6-8 Plevna 18, Melstone 47 Sophia Dulin 9, Trinity Rieger 2, Jenna Paul 6, Chloe Tudor 1 Ashley Sander at opening jump ball.

Plevna vs. Rosebud Coed Team Plevna 27, Rosebud 9 Andrew Reynolds 12, Cooper O’Connor 3, Wyatt Isaacs 2, Chloe Tudor 6, Ashley Sander 4 Girls 6-8 Plevna 35, Rosebud 15 Chloe Tudor 4, Trinity Rieger 5, Jenna Paul 10, Sophia Dulin 12, Taylor Bertsch 4 Plevna vs. Terry Girls Plevna 22, Terry 49 Jenna Paul 12, Chloe Tudor 2, Sophia Dulin 5, Taylor Bertsch 3 Boys Plevna 10, Terry 46 Cooper O’Connor 2, Jesse Isaacs 2, Brett Edgell 4, Seth Carroll 2

Brett Edgell jumping for control of the ball.

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Ryan Perfater, Isaiah Prather, and Taylor Rieger have been growing spinach in the FFA greenhouse. They planted the seeds, watered and cared for it. Then they harvested the produce and provided fresh spinach that is served at lunch in the school cafeteria. Everyone appreciates the fresh produce.

Support your local schools!

Connect with your community VOLUNTEER!

Fallon Medical Complex FMC Dining Room Thursday, November 19, 2015 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Kinsley Noll Benefit/Auction

supper and auction to help defray medical costs.

Sat., November 14, 2015 Golva Fire Hall Supper served from 5 - 7 p.m. with auction starting at 6 p.m. Kinsley is the Daughter of Denise (Koenig) and Tyler Noll

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FARMER’S UNION C - STORE DAILY SPECIALS ~

Monday

Finger Steaks w/ Onion Rings $6.00 Potato Cheddar Soup

Administrative Continued from page 1 Some joining the discussion suggested that perhaps the one administrative position would be best divided into two separate positions - one of lobbyist and one of commission assistant. One sentence in the job

Tuesday

Bacon Cheeseburger w/Cheese Sticks $6.00 Chicken Noodle Soup

Wednesday

Sub Sandwich w/ Onion Rings & F’Real Shake $7.00 Cheese Broccoli Soup

overview listed: Acts as liaison between commission and other entities to increase communication. One department head felt the lines of communication would be best served by scheduling a regular meeting between department heads and the commission. Another added, “The commission would lose even more contact

Thursday

Chicken Burger w/French Fries $6.00 Clam Chowder

with department heads if a third party entered the scenario.” The final job description draft was not finalized and much tension was diffused as communication lines were opened. Next discussion of the new county hire will be held Monday, Nov. 16.

Dangers of secondhand smoke Submitted by Julie Russell, Tobacco Prevention Specialist - Carter, Fallon, Powder River Counties (jrussell@rangeweb.net) Secondhand smoke is a mixture of gases and fine particles that includes: Smoke from a burning tobacco product such as a cigarette, cigar, pipe, hookah, and e-cigarettes. More than 7,000 chemicals, including hundreds that are toxic and about 70 that can cause cancer. Most exposure to secondhand smoke occurs in homes and workplaces. Secondhand smoke exposure also continues to occur in multi-unit housing and vehicles. Eliminating smoking in indoor spaces is the only way to fully protect nonsmokers from secondhand smoke exposure. (Montana Clean Indoor Air Act : www.dpphs.mt.gov/mtupp/cle anairact). Separating smokers from nonsmokers within the same air space, cleaning the air, opening windows, and ventilating buildings does not eliminate secondhand smoke exposure. In children, secondhand smoke causes the following: ear infections, more frequent and severe asthma attacks, respiratory symptoms (e.g., coughing, sneezing, shortness of breath), respiratory infections (i.e., bronchitis, pneumonia), a greater risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). In U.S. children aged 18 months or younger, secondhand smoke exposure is responsible for an estimated 150,000-300,000 new cases of bronchitis and pneumonia an-

nually. In adults who have never smoked, secondhand smoke can cause cardiovascular disease and lung cancer. Nonsmokers who are exposed to secondhand smoke increase their heart disease risk by 2530 percent. It is estimated that secondhand smoke exposure caused nearly 34,000 heart disease deaths annually. Secondhand smoke exposure causes an estimated more than 7,300 lung cancer deaths annually among adult nonsmokers in the United States. There is no risk-free level of secondhand smoke exposure; even brief exposure can be harmful to health. Secondhand smoke exposure has decreased in recent years due to the growing number of laws that prohibit smoking in workplaces and public places, including restaurants and bars, the increase in the number of households with voluntary smoke-free home rules, and the decrease in adult and youth smoking rates. Eliminating smoking in indoor spaces is the only way to fully protect nonsmokers from secondhand smoke exposure. Separating smokers from nonsmokers within the same air space, cleaning the air, opening windows, and ventilating buildings does not eliminate secondhand smoke exposure. In 2005, the Montana legislature passed the Clean Indoor Air Act (CIAA), one of the most important public health policies in state history. Laws like the CIAA reduce heart attack rates by at least 20 percent. They also reduce lung disease, including lung cancer,

as well as other debilitating and fatal illnesses, and they protect unborn children and young children from health problems. Remember, if you would like help quitting tobacco, the Montana Tobacco Quit Line is there for you. Over 70,000 Montanans have called into the Quit Line since 2004. Benefits include a free personalized quit plan; free coaching calls; free educational materials; and enrolled callers may be eligible for up to eight weeks of free nicotine replacement therapy or discounted cessation and medications. People can call the Quit Line at 1-800-QUIT-Now (1-800794-8669) or visit www.QuitNowMontana.com to enroll for these free services.

Legal Tip of the Week Did you know … that your landlord must provide reasonable heat to your residence from October 1 to May 1? That means it’s not legal for a landlord to turn the heat off during that period. Or the tenant may agree to provide the heat, but that must be in writing. The tenant cannot agree to provide the heat if the residence houses more than three families. For more information, please visit the Housing 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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Unlawful hunting from public highway - penalties Section 87-6-403. Unlawful hunting from public highway. Except as provided in 87-2803(4), a person may not hunt or attempt to hunt any game animal or game bird on, from, or across any public highway or the shoulder, berm, or barrow pit right-of-way of any public highway in the state. Penalties: A person convicted of a violation of this section shall be fined not less than $50 or more than $1,000 or be imprisoned in the county detention center for not more than six months, or both. In addition, the person, upon conviction or forfeiture of bond or bail, shall forfeit any current hunting, fishing, or trapping license issued by this state and the privilege to hunt, fish, or trap in this state for 24 months from the date of conviction or forfeiture of bond or bail unless the court imposes a longer period. A violation of this section may also result in an order to pay restitution. Laughable laws: Los Angeles law forbids hunting moths under a street light; and in Cleveland, it is illegal to catch mice without a hunting license.

November 19

St. John’s Catholic Youth Group collected food for the Community Cupboard by going door to door Nov. 4. The youth collected 310 pounds of food and delivered it the next day. They would like to express their appreciation to all the generous donors.

Superior Care Villa residents enjoyed an afternoon of treating all kinds of little spooks and witches for Halloween. Gladys Morris is seen here treating her great-granddaughter, Ambreigh.

Do Your Part! Keep Baker Clean! You’re Invited to our

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Saturday, November 14, 2015

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Judge’s Corner

Specials, Sales and Samples Free Hearing Test 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. by appointment In home Appointments available

Friday

Bacon Cheeseburger w/ Cheeseballs $6.00 Chili

10 am. to 5 p.m.

Fallon County Times Classifieds Sell!

NOV. 9 - 13

---NOTICE --Real Estate & Mobile Home Taxes are Due

Second half of the 2015 Mobile Home Taxes are due and payable on or before November 30, 2015. The first half of the 2015 Real Estate Taxes are due and payable on or before November 30, 2015. Any tax not paid by that date will become delinquent. Barb Ketterling Fallon County Treasurer

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Area ladies enjoy Sweet and Simple holiday celebration By Sherry Vogel A winter wonderland greeted 85 area ladies who assembled beneath a heavenly body of twinkling stars to welcome the holiday season at a Sweet and Simple Affair held in the Exhibit Hall in Baker Nov. 7. A buffet of tasty appetizers was enjoyed. Each lady was gifted a holiday cookbook which included a recipe of each delicious food item sampled. Guests were seated among 13 beautifully decorated holiday themed tables. The designer of each table shared her holiday decorating tips. One chair at each table was secretly marked and the lucky occupant won a leather bonded Bible. This mid-day event featured Pastor Kilsdonk’s wife Lisa who shared her thoughts on

keeping the real meaning of Christmas in your Christmas celebration. Twenty-two door prizes were awarded. The grand prize was a completely decorated holiday table with a complete elegant formal serving set for eight, tablecloth, and centerpiece. The lucky winner was Jalynn Dyke.

The afternoon concluded with each participant selecting a handmade tree ornament from one of the many festive decorated trees. Vendors were present to sell an array of giftworthy treasures. The free will offering will benefit women’s needs at our local Community Cupboard.

Halloween is not just for kids but kids at heart. Fallon County employees gathered October 30 for a Halloween/costume lunch. There were many costumes. Here are a few fearless employees: (l-r) Rich Menger, Nicole Benefiel, Paula Fuchs, Stacey Moore, Julie Straub and Carla Brown. Pictured, l-r: Delayne Robbins and Kim Cuppy.

2015 Country Media Holiday Cookbook will be coming out the week of December 7 and will be available at participating merchants. We need your favorite recipes for this year’s edition by Monday, November 16, 2015

RECIPE: ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ ______________________________ NAME _________________________________ ADDRESS ____________________________ Phone _______________________________

Send Recipes To Favorite Recipes, P.O. Box 679, Baker, MT 59313

Jalynn Dyke was the grand prize winner of this decorated holiday table with a complete elegant formal serving set for eight, tablecloth, and centerpiece.

The Great American Smokeout Every year on the third Thursday of November smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society Great American Smokeout. They may use the date to make a plan to quit, or plan in advance and then quit smoking that day. The Great American Smokeout event challenges people to stop using tobacco and helps people know about the many tools they can use to help them quit and stay quit. By quitting - even for one day - smokers will be taking an important step towards a healthier life - one that can lead to reducing cancer risk. Tobacco use remains the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in the U.S., yet about 42 million Americans still smoke cigarettes - a bit under one in every five adults. As of 2012, there were also 13.4 million cigar smokers in the U.S. and 2.3 million who smoke tobacco in pipes - other dangerous and addictive forms of tobacco. It’s hard to quit tobacco. Research shows that smokers are most successful in kicking the habit when they

have support, such as: • Telephone smoking-cessation hotlines • Stop smoking groups • Online quit groups • Counseling • Nicotine replacement products • Prescription medicine to lessen cravings • Guide books • Encouragement and support from friends and family members Using two or more of these measures to quit smoking

works better than using any one of them alone. For example, some people use a prescription medicine along with nicotine replacement. Other people may use as many as three or four of the methods listed above. If you are interested in quitting for good, call1-800QUIT-NOW for free coaching, free gum, lozenges or patches and a free quit plan. (source: www.cancer.org).

8 - FALLON COUNTY TIMES Commissioners proceedings ABBREVIATED COMMISSION MINUTES A complete set of minutes are available at the Clerk & Recorder’s Office MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2015 9:00AM CONVENE Present: William Randash, Chairman; Steve Baldwin, Deb Ranum, members; Lani DeBuhr, Clerk 9:00AM MINUTES APPROVAL The Commission made and approved the motion to approve the October 26-30, 2015 Commission Minutes. 9:30AM REVIEW OCTOBER 2015 TIMESHEETS The Commission reviewed & approved October 2015 time sheets, payroll & withholdings in the amount of $488,213.22 and they are filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office. 10:00AM ROAD DEPARTMENT UPDATES Present: Alba Higgins, Shop Foreman; Bobby Wiedmer, Road Supervisor; Shannon Hewson, Brosz Engineering Alba Higgins gave the Commission updates on the vehicles and equipment that are currently being serviced or repaired. The Commission and Alba discussed the shop roof repairs and storing the DES generator in the Fairgrounds cold storage building. Bobby Wiedmer said the Road Crew will be hauling gravel and installing car gates this week. Prairie Avenue Culvert - Shannon Hewson said the culvert is being installed today. Kramlick & Sparks Box Culverts- Shannon said the final change order reduced the original price of the project by $20,000. Commissioner Randash, as Chairman, signed the Final Pay App for the Kramlick & Sparks Box Culvert Bridges. NAPA Retaining Wall- Commissioner Randash, as Chairman, signed the Final Pay App for the NAPA Retaining Wall. Baker Lake Drainage- Shannon gave the Wetland Delineation Report of the Baker Drainage Improvement to the Commission to review. The Commission and Shannon discussed the mitigation that will be required. Stanhope Addition Water/Sewer Project - Brosz Engineering will be sending files to Stahly Engineering. Bridge Inspections - The Commission, Shannon and Bobby reviewed the most recent Bridge Inspection Reports received from the Montana Department of Transportation and discussed what bridges need to be replaced first. 11:00AM REVIEW BRIDGE INSPECTIONS The Commission continued to review the Bridge Inspection Reports. 11:30AM COMMISSION WORK SESSION MACO Health Care Trust- The Commission reviewed and Commissioner Randash, as Chairman, signed the MACO Health Care Trust Employee Eligibility Form. Baker Lake Spillway- The Commission received notice from Forrest Sanderson, Contracted Planner, that the Baker Lake Spillway permit was

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amended to allow for crews to begin cleaning the spillway. Baker Lake Mitigation- The Commission received a letter dated October 26, 2015 from the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) stating they approved the 318 Authorization Application submitted for Turbidity Related to Construction Activity on the Upper and Lower Baker Lake/Wetlands. MISCELLANEOUSThe Commission reviewed department reports, newsletters, notices, board agendas and minutes, revenues and emails. 12:00PM NOON RECESS 1:15PM CLOSED SESSION The closed session meeting was canceled. 1:30PM OCTOBER CLAIMS APPROVAL The Commission reviewed and approved the October End of Month Claims in the amount of $784,276.50 and they are filed in the Clerk & Recorder’s Office. 4:30PM EVENING RECESS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2015 9:00AM RECONVENE Present: William Randash, Chairman; Steve Baldwin, Deb Ranum, members; Lani DeBuhr, Clerk 9:00AM CITY OF BAKER PROJECT UPDATES Present: Lance Wedemeyer, City of Baker Public Works Director; Clayton Hornung, City of Baker Mayor Lance Wedemeyer gave the Commission updates on the City projects, stating all projects they have been working on this spring/summer are nearly complete. The Commission asked for documentation of the funds they have given the City for their projects. Clayton Hornung discussed future plans for the City’s water line projects. He said the project will be dependent on the County funds available and when it begins it will be done in stages. Upper Baker Lake - The Commission and Lance discussed the maintenance of the Upper Baker Lake gate. Sewer Line South of TownThe Commission and Lance discussed an issue that has been discovered with the sewer line south of town and who should be maintaining it now. 10:00AM RIFLE RANGE LEGAL WAIVERS Present: Jade Boggs, D&J Insurance Agent The Commission and Jade Boggs discussed insurance and liability waivers for the Indoor Shooting Complex. Jason said Debbie Wyrick is working with EMC to ensure all County buildings are insured correctly. 10:20AM SHOOTING RANGE BOARD APPOINTMENT The Commission received a letter of interest, dated November 2, 2015, from Carl Overland to serve on the Shooting Range Board. The Commission made and approved the motion to appoint Carl Overland to the Shooting Range Board effective November 3, 2015 10:30AM BUDGET HEARING MOTOR VEHICLE DISPOSAL The Commission made and approved the motion to adopt the Budget Authority Resolution 2015-16 allocating monies re-

ceived from the State of Montana-Motor Vehicle Disposal funds in the amount of $403. The resolution is filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office. 10:45AM BOARD OF HEALTH RESOLUTION The Commission made and approved the motion to adopt the Budget Transfer Resolution 2015-08 transferring $10,000 from the Clerk & Recorder’s expense account to the Board of Health grant expense account. The resolution is filed in the Clerk and Recorder’s Office. 11:00AM REC DEPARTMENT UPDATES Present: Angie Rabbitt, Rec Dept. Director Angie Rabbitt gave the Commission updates on the activities in the Rec. Department. 11:30AM COMMISSION WORK SESSION Fair - The Commission reviewed and discussed a bill John Geving gave them to repair the jacks on his camper after it was damaged at the Fairgrounds. The Commission agreed to pay for the repairs. Human Resources - The Commission reviewed and signed a Change of Rate of Pay Approval Form for Nicholas Eisele to pay him Coroner’s pay effective October 24, 2015. Splash Park- Commissioner Randash, as Chairman, signed the Pay App 4 from KO Construction for construction at the Splash Park. Claim Approval- The Commission reviewed and approved the Bank of Baker Claim in the amount of $10,000 to fund the Fallon County’s Visa Card Checking Account. Lower Baker Lake Dam- The Commission completed and Commissioner Randash, as Chairman, signed the High Hazard Owner’s Plan to Meet Engineer’s Report Recommendations for the Lower Baker Lake Dam. 12:00PM NOON RECESS 1:15pm- Jon Brosz and Shannon Hewson with Brosz Engineering entered the meeting. 1:15PM CITY OF BAKER UPDATES Present: Clayton Hornung, City of Baker Mayor; Kevin Dukart, City of Baker Treasurer/Clerk Baker Corridor Study- The Commission, Clayton Hornung and Kevin Dukart discussed the routes proposed by the Montana Department of Transportation in the Baker Corridor Study and discussed alternate routes that wouldn’t be as expensive. Financial Statements- Kevin gave the Commission a breakdown of what the County has given the City of Baker this past year: $3 million for infrastructure; $159,200 for various equipment; pre-paid SIDS with the funds being reimbursed in the future; $500,000 for lagoon improvements. Splash Park Fencing- The Commission, Clayton and Kevin discussed replacing the barbed wire fence by Malcolm Johnson’s with smooth wire since Malcolm said he was concerned with kids getting hurt by the barbed wire. 1:37pm- Bobby Wiedmer, Road Supervisor, entered the meeting. Baker Lake Spillway- The Commission and Bobby discussed the best way to clean the spillway since it is not entirely made of concrete as Bobby orig-

inally thought. Kramlick/Sparks Bridges - Jon Brosz and Shannon Hewson said the approach culvert on the south side of the Kramlick box culvert was set too high. They are going to talk to John Peila with Diamond J Construction about lowering it. 2:00PM PROJECT EXPENDITURE REVIEW The Commission began reviewing the expenses incurred YTD for all capital improvement projects that have not been completed. 2:25pm - Pat Ehret, Fair Board Chairman, joined the meeting. The Commission and Pat Ehret discussed the budget the Fair has for the Montana State High School Finals Rodeo. 2:30PM PROJECT EXPENDITURE REVIEW CONTINUED The Commission continued to review the capital improvement project expenses. 3:45PM FOOD BOOTH DISCUSSION Present: Terry Sukut, JGA Terry Sukut and the Commission reviewed the designs and drawings of the food booths and covered eating area at the Fairgrounds he did. The Commission made and approved the motion to proceed with the construction of the food stands and covered eating area as per Terry Sukut’s designs and projected costs. 5:00PM EVENING RECESS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2015 9:00AM RECONVENE Present: William Randash, Chairman; Steve Baldwin, Deb Ranum, members; Lani DeBuhr, Clerk 9:00AM PARKS UPDATE The meeting was canceled by Scott Rabbitt, Parks Director. 9:18am- Lyle Neary joined the meeting. Lyle Neary came in to tell the Commission that Steve Herbst and Pete Herbst have a curb and gutter machine and may be interested in submitting a bid for the CTEP project when it goes back out to bid. The Commission thanked Lyle for letting them know and will be sure to notify them when it goes back out to bid. 9:30AM SPECIAL PROJECT UPDATES Present: DuWayne Bohle, Special Project Maintenance Worker Indoor Shooting Complex Bathrooms- The Commission asked DuWayne to contact Griffith Steel about constructing the outdoor bathrooms at the Shooting Range. Parks Toro Mower - The Parks older Toro mower will be sent to the Shooting Range. 9:45AM CLOSED SESSION/JOB APPRAISAL 10:00AM UPDATED HEALTH NURSE JOB DESCRIPTION DISCUSSION & REVIEW Julie gave the Commission the updated job description to review. The Commission reviewed and approved the job description. 10:30AM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN WORK SESSION Present: Jason Rittal, Eastern Plains Economic Development Corporation (EPEDC) Executive Director Jason Rittal and the Commission reviewed and discussed the

Capital Improvement Plan and made final changes to put in the plan. 11:45AM COMMISSION WORK SESSION Baker Corridor Study- The Commission wrote and mailed a letter to Corrina Collins with the Montana Department of Transportation regarding their thoughts about the Baker Corridor Study proposed routes and gave alternate suggestions. 12:00PM NOON RECESS 1:30PM FALLON COUNTY SEWER WATER DISTRICT UPDATES Present: Jason Rittal, Eastern Plains Economic Development Corporation (EPEDC) Executive Director Guest: Richard Menger, Sanitarian Jason Rittal spoke to Patrick Shumacker and Chuck Davison with High Plains Group about the project and what they could contribute towards it. 1:45pm - Mona Madler, SMART Executive Director, entered the meeting. 1:45pm - The Commission and Jason called Ryan Rittal with Stahly Engineering and Ryan joined the meeting via conference call. The Commission and Ryan Rittal discussed what the next steps are with this project. 2:00PM CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FINAL APPROVAL Present: Jason Rittal, Eastern Plains Economic Development Corporation (EPEDC) Executive Director Jason Rittal gave the Commission a copy of the Final Capital Improvement Plan to review. The Commission reviewed and approved the plan. 2:30pm- Andy Fujimori, IT Tech, joined the meeting. Shooting Range Update - Andy Fujimori gave the Commission updates on the wiring of cameras outside the Dispatch Center and the Shooting Range. Purchase Request - Andy asked the Commission for permission to purchase office equipment from Southwest Business Machines and they gave their approval. 2:35pm- Mona Madler said she asked the Chamber of Commerce what members they have that offer state rates and was told Jackson Village, Pat O’Donnell’s Bunk House and Montana Motel offer state rates. 2:45pm- The Commission received a letter dated November 4, 2015 from Kevin J. Dukart, City of Baker Clerk/Treasurer, detailing the funds the County has given to the City in the past year. 3:00pm- Nathan B. Adams, US Senator Steve Daines’ Field Representative, came to introduce himself to the Commission and let them know the activities Senator Daines is involved in and the things he has been working on. 3:15PM COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR JOB DESCRIPTION DISCUSSION Present: Julie Straub, Human Resource Manager, Brenda Wood, Clerk & Recorder; Debbie Wyrick, Deputy Clerk & Recorder Guests: Fallon County employees and elected officials- Trent Harbaugh, Nic Eisele, Brenda Flint, Mindi Murnion, Sharon Schwartz, Julie Post, Maggie

Bainter, Andy Fujimori, Lynda Herbst, Nicole Benefiel, Jerrie Newell; Darcy Wassmann, County Attorney; Sandy Kinsey, Fallon County Study Commission Representative; Sherry Vogel, Fallon County Times Reporter; Darlene Hornung, Fallon County Times Publisher; Mona Madler, SMART Executive Director Julie Straub and the Commission discussed changes the Commission wanted made to the County Administrator job description. The Commission removed the supervisor duties from the position and added language to emphasize the lobbyist duties. 4:00PM COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR DISCUSSION WITH FALLON COUNTY TIMES Present: Sherry Vogel, Fallon County Times Reporter; Darlene Hornung, Fallon County Times Publisher Darlene Hornung and Sherry Vogel met with the Commission to gather information on the County Administrator position since they have been receiving calls from the public asking them about it. 4:00pm - Bobby Wiedmer, Road Supervisor, joined the meeting. The Commission opened up the discussion for comments from those present. Those present asked questions about the job description and voiced their ideas and concerns. 4:25pm- Stacey Moore, Library Director and Eric Kary, Golf Course Manager, joined the meeting. 4:45PM EVENING RECESS WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2015 9:00AM RECONVENE Present: William Randash, Chairman; Steve Baldwin, Deb Ranum, members; Lani DeBuhr, Clerk 9:00AM OUTSIDE BUILDING MAINTENANCE UPDATES Present: Joe Janz, Outside Building Maintenance Supervisor Joe Janz gave the Commission updates on what he has been working on in the Outside Building Maintenance Department and at the Fairgrounds 9:30AM MUSEUM UPDATES Present: Karen Banister, Museum Curator Karen Banister gave the Commission updates on the activities at the Museum. 10:20AM FALLON MEDICAL COMPLEX (FMC) UPDATES Present: David Espeland, FMC CEO David Espeland gave the Commission updates on the activities at FMC. FMC Basement Project- David gave the Commission updates on the FMC basement project and said the projected completion date of mid-December completion is still feasible. Griffith Steel ApartmentsThe Commission and David discussed the concrete slab that was poured at the apartments constructed by Griffith Steel. Parkview Complex Rent The Commission and David discussed the rent at Parkview Complex and if it needs to be increased slightly. 11:00AM CLOSED/HIPPA 12:30PM ADJOURN

Holiday Scrambler Unscramble the names of the following merchants and you could win Holiday Bucks! 1. NAFLOL NUTCOY MITES CLUE: “Publishing the history of Fallon County” 2. KBAN FO EKBAR CLUE: “Lake view drive thru” 3. KERBA IFNRUUERT CLUE: “Free Delivery of Tempurpedic ” 4. ERAKB CBLU CLUE: “Your social hub” 5. MJ& LUBREM CLUE: “The Spirit is Building” 6. SNTWODNE CNTANIOUCG CLUE: “Accounting, Payroll & Tax Specialists” 7. RUSLELSS THLOCING CLUE: “Your family clothing store” 8. WES HATW TMSCUO RBRDMOIEYE CLUE: “Your Spartan Gear Headquarters” 9. KBRAE CEA DWARHEAR CLUE: “Your Hunting Headquarters” 10. ECORRN RAB OALSON NAD CSIONA CLUE: “Come check out our newly remodeled look” 11. FRARSME ONIUN ILO CLUE: “Stop in at our C-Store” 12. LFALNO YCNOUT DEARELF DCRETI NIONU CLUE: “Find us in our new location” 13. ETHE RGAGEA SSHOTUEAKE CLUE: “No party too big or too smal” 14. &MD LSNOUTOIS CLUE: “Going the distance safely” 15. RPRIEAI SLEFU CLUE: “Home delivery of propane” 16. RNEOLDSY KARMTE CLUE: “Bringing Value Home Every Day” 17. NIACB EKRCE EFCA CLUE: “Homemade Pecan Bread Pudding”

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1. Unscramble the names of the merchants in this contest. 2. Complete the original entry form. No copies. 3. Return the entry form to the Fallon County Times by 4 p.m., Nov. 23. 4. One winner per household. 5. Employees of the Times and family members may not enter. 6. Eight $10 winners will be determined by drawing. Judges’ decisions are final.

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM Name ___________________________________________ City _____________________ Phone ________________ 1. ______________________________________________ 2. ______________________________________________ 3. ______________________________________________ 4. ______________________________________________ 5. ______________________________________________ 6. ______________________________________________ 7. ______________________________________________ 8. ______________________________________________ 9. ______________________________________________ 10. ______________________________________________ 11. ______________________________________________ 12. ______________________________________________ 13. ______________________________________________ 14. ______________________________________________ 15. ______________________________________________ 16. ______________________________________________ 17. ______________________________________________

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REAL ESTATE Jim Hurley Broker, Owner Home 406-778-3735

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New Listing: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car garage on 2 lots. Fenced yard w/underground sprinklers, 314 S 9th St. E. $134,500 5 Bedroom, 2 Bath, Walk Out Basement, 2 Lots. 603 Dakota Ave $120,000

WANTED __________________________ WANTED: Heirloom Antiques of Glendive always buying estates, antiques, ranch items, furniture, collectibles, some household. Call 406-377-1630. 44-47p __________________________ WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201. 37-36p __________________________ WANTED: Will buy junk cars and scrap metal. Please call 701928-0325. Please leave a message. 22tfp

FOR RENT __________________________ APARTMENT FOR RENT: $950/mo., all utilities paid including cable. No pets and no smoking. Call 970-219-5149. 46-47p __________________________ FOR RENT: Cold storage. $30 per month per unit. Boats, cars, campers. Call 406-778-2308. 45-46p __________________________ FOR RENT: Two furnished two bedroom apartments. Call 406778-2175. 45tfc ____________________________ FOR RENT: 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom newer trailer, completely furnished. Contact 406-978-3691 or 406-978-2514 after 5 p.m. 43tfc

FOR SALE __________________________ FOR SALE: Butcher pigs, ready starting November and beyond. Call 406-772-5898. 41-46c __________________________ HAY FOR SALE: 450 bales 30% alfalfa/hay mixed, 150 straight alfalfa. First and second cutting. Call 701-523-6657 or 307-689-8458. 45-46c __________________________ 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 __________________________ FOR SALE: Nice four-plex apartment building in Reeder, ND. $157,000 OBO. Call 701-7974766 or 701-789-1556. 31tfc

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HELP WANTED ____________________________ HELP WANTED: Fallon County is accepting applications for the position of a permanent full-time Detention Officer in the office of the Fallon County Sheriff. This position oversees and maintains custody, care and control of inmates incarcerated at the Fallon County Detention Center to ensure the safe and orderly operation of the facility. Successful applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, U.S. citizenship, and not convicted of a crime which could have resulted in imprisonment in a federal or state penitentiary. One (1) year related work experience is preferred. Other equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. Must be able to pass a postemployment physical and be able to perform Non-violent Crisis Intervention techniques and physical interventions including the use of physical restraints. Must possess or be eligible for a Montana driver’s license and obtain within 30 days of employment. The successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive criminal and motor vehicle background checks. Benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance and Public Employees Retirement. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: November 20, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Fallon County Sheriff’s Office or Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Fallon County Sheriff, PO Box 899, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Trenton Harbaugh 406-7788132; Nic Eisele 406-778-8133; or Julie Straub 406-778-8164. 45-47c __________________________ HELP WANTED: Plevna School

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has an opening for a playground aide/custodial employee. The wage is $16.65 per hour with approximately 20 hours per week. If interested, please pick up an application at the Plevna School or contact Supt. Walker at 406772-5666. 44-47c __________________________ HELP WANTED: Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture is accepting applications for a part-time Executive Director. For a complete job description and application, contact the Chamber office at 125 S. Main Street (SMART/Chamber offices). Application and resume due by Wed., Nov. 25 at 2 p.m. Call 406-778-2266 for more information. 45-47c __________________________ HELP WANTED: Red River Inn & Suites is accepting applications for all positions. Please call 406-778-3321 or stop in at 410 W. Montana, Baker, MT. 43-46c

FOR LEASE ____________________________ FOR LEASE: Commercial building located at 908 E. Montana, Baker, MT. Three-phase power, $900/mo, year lease. 918527-3713. 46-49p

CARDS OF THANKS __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: Members of Lakeview Country Club would like to thank Angie, Tom, Reed, Cole and Whitney and Lucas Meschke Broken Club Memorial for donating a stove to the club house. 46c

LEGALS __________________________ Section 00100 INVITATION TO BID Separate sealed bids for construction of Landscaping - Baker and Plevna project will be received by the Fallon County Board of County Commissioners, 10 West Fallon Avenue, PO Box 846, Baker, Montana 59313, until 2:00 PM local time on Monday, December 14, 2015, and then publicly opened and read aloud. The project consists of: construction of approximately 5,015 square

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feet of ADA compliant sidewalk, curb and gutter, accessible ramps; approximately 307 linear feet of chain link fencing; 6 period lighting poles; and a pedestrian activated rectangular rapid flashing beacon. The contract documents consisting of Drawings and Project Manual may be examined or obtained at the office of Peaks to Plains Design PC, 404 N. 31st, Ste. 405, Billings, MT 59101 in accordance with Article 2.01 of Instructions to Bidders. Required deposit is $60.00 per set, which is not refundable. In addition, the Drawings and Project Manual may also be examined at the following locations: Fallon County Courthouse, Billings Builder’s Exchange, and the Dickinson Builder’s Exchange. Contractor and any of the contractor’s subcontractors doing work on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, P.O. Box 8011, 1805 Prospect, Helena, Montana 59604-8011. Information on registration can be obtained by calling (406) 4447734. Contractor is not required to have registered with the DLI prior to bidding on this project, but must have registered prior to execution of the Construction Agreement. All laborers and mechanics employed by contractor or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates as may be required by the laws of Fallon County and the State of Montana. The contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex or national origin. Each bid or proposal must be accompanied by a certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond payable to Fallon County in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid. Successful bidders shall furnish an approved Performance Bond and a Labor and Materials Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount. Insurance as required shall be provided by the successful bidder(s) and a certificate(s) of that insurance shall be provided.

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Now is Time to Buy Beautiful Recent Completely Remodeled 4/6 BR - 2 BA - Top of line Gourmet Kitchen, cabinets and appliances. 307 - So. 3rd St. W. - See Photos and additional description at bakermtRealEstate.com Seller Motivated - Price Reduced 2011 - 28x36 Manuf. Home - 3 BR - 2 BA - 1 Car Detached Garage. 308 Keirle Rd, Baker Only $119,000. Motivated Seller REDUCED to $99,000. NEED OFFER!! 4 BR - 2 BA - 1460 square ft. Main level, Full Basement - attached 1 Car Garage. Great Location near high school - 319. W. Center needs updating - $140,000 TAKING OFFERS 2 Houses on one lot - Live in one, Rent other for income - Nice large kitchen and dining room - 509 So. 1st St W. $89,000. Motivated Seller. REDUCED to $75,000. ACREAGE FOR SALE 122 acres one mile north of Baker, Montana Highway frontage, City Water/Sewer. New Listing: Real Neat 3 BR - Large Rooms - Main Floor Laundry - Great Location, Priced to Sell Quickly - $130,000 302 South Monroe

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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 This project is funded in part or in whole with grant funding from Community Transportation Enhancement Program (CTEP). Award of the project will be contingent upon receiving funding and award concurrence from the Montana Department of Transportation. No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled time for the public opening of bids, which is 2:00 PM local time, Monday, December 14, 2015. The right is reserved to reject any or all proposals received, to waive informalities, to postpone the

award of the contract for a period of not to exceed sixty (60) days, and to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid which is in the best interest of the Owner. Fallon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dated this 9th day of November, 2015. William L. Randash Commission Chairman 10 West Fallon Avenue PO Box 846 Baker, Montana 59313 46-49c

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LEGALS PUBLIC NOTICE Wyrick Construction, P.O. Box 52, Baker, MT 59313, 406-778-2147, submitted an application to the DEQ Opencut Mining Program for a 8.2-acre mine permit for the State Site in Section 16, T9N, R60E, in Fallon County. Access to the site is from Big Hill Road. Operator would strip soil material for reclamation, excavate up to 120,000 cubic yards of gravel, process it with crusher, and reclaim the disturbed area to hayland. Estimated date of final reclamation would be 11/2028. The application and a map are posted at HYPERLINK "http://searchopencutpermits.mt.gov/" http://searchopencutpermits.mt.gov/. For more info contact Opencut (406-444-4970) or MGC Consultants (406-794-2037).

REQUEST FOR PUBLIC MEETING A surface landowner may request a public meeting until 11/13/15. Submit one form per parcel of land owned by multiple parties, or one form per multiple parcels owned by one party, and any comments, to DEQ Opencut Mining Program, PO Box 200901, Helena MT 59620-0901. I request that a public meeting be conducted about the Wyrick Construction, State Site in Fallon County. Name (print or type): ___________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________ Date: __________________ Phone: __________________ Email: ________________________________________________

Experienced Derrick Hand and Experienced Pressure/Water Truck Driver positions available. Competitive wages, health insurance, & 401K plan. MUST PASS DRUG AND ALCOHOL TEST. Please call 406-778-3856, stop in the office for an application, or go to our website to fill out an application.

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DEQ must hold a public meeting within 30 days of the above date if requested by the applicant, or by at least 30% or 10 (whichever is greater) of the property owners within 1/2 mile of the proposed site. For DEQ use only: Landowner is on list provided with application __ Y __ N Landowner is on list provided for public notice __Y __ N Landowner previously submitted a Request For Public Meeting Form __ Y __ N Initials _____ Date __________.

MONTANA STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS _____________________________________________________ TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING. Complete programs, refresher courses, rent equipment for CDL, Job Placement Assistance. Financial assistance for qualified students. SAGE Technical Services, Billings/Missoula. 1-800-545-4546. _____________________________________________________ EQUITY LOANS ON NON-OWNER OCCUPIED MONTANA REAL ESTATE. We also buy Notes & Mortgages. Call Creative Finance & Investments @ 406-721-1444 or visit www.creative-finance.com ___________________________________________________ RNs up to $45/hr., LPNs up to $37.50/hr., CNAs up to $22.50/hr. Free gas/weekly pay $2000 Bonus AACO Nursing Agency 1-800656-4414 Ext. 4 _____________________________________________________ Two Full-time Diesel Mechanics needed at established dealership with new shop. Must have diesel repair education and experience. Willie’s Farm Repair, Scobey, MT 406-487-5338 ____________________________________________________ HIGH-TECH CAREER with U.S. Navy. Elite tech training w/great pay, benefits, vacation, $$ for school. HS grads ages 17-34. Call Mon-Fri (877) 475-6289, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil

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____________________________________________________ NAVY RESERVE HIRING in all fields. Serve part-time. Paid training & potential sign-on bonus. Great benefits. $ for school. Call Mon-Fri (800) 887-0952, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil ____________________________________________________ HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE Paid training with U.S. Navy. Good pay, medical/dental, vacation, great career. HS grads ages 17-34. Call Mon-Fri (877) 475-6289, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil ____________________________________________________ NAVY RESERVE Serve part-time. No military exp needed. Paid training & potential sign-on bonus. Great benefits. Retirement. Call Mon-Fri (800) 887-0952, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil _____________________________________________________ THE NAVY IS HIRING Top-notch training, medical/dental, 30 days’ vacation/yr, $$ for school. HS grads ages 17-34. Call MonFri (877) 475-6289, or jobs_seattle@navy.mil _____________________________________________________ Agfinity Incorporated at Eaton, CO, is seeking a qualified CEO / General Manager. This is a multi-location energy, feed, grain, agronomy, and TBA cooperative with sales of $300 million. Business degree and or successful agricultural business management experience desired. To Apply: http://tinyurl.com/nkz4c48 / For more info contact Larry Fuller, 701-220-9775 or Email

larry.fuller@chsinc.com _____________________________________________________ GUITAR WANTED! Local musician will pay up $12,500 For pre1975 Gibson, Fender, Martin and Gretsch guitars. Fender amplifiers also. Call toll free! 1-800-995-1217 _____________________________________________________ Real Estate. NW Montana. Tungstenholdings.com. (406)293-3714 _____________________________________________________ Authentic Timber Framed Barns. Residential-Commercial-Storefronts. Design-Build since 1990. Authentic Handcrafted, Pegged Frames Installed, Starting at $18/SF. Traditional Turnkey Barns From $40/SF. Built to Last for Generations. 406-581-3014 or email brett@bitterrootgroup.com www.bitterroottimberframes.com _____________________________________________________ BRED COW SALE Tuesday, November 17. Over 1000 bred cows and bred heifers will sell at the Lewistown Livestock Auction. This annual sale features 2 dispersions from Central MT., along with several sets of fancy bred heifers calving in February and March. Sale time 12 noon. www.lewistownlivestock.com _____________________________________________________ HUFF’S ANTIQUE SHOW at Billings MetraPark, - Fri Nov 13, 5-8. Sat Nov 14, 9-5. Sun Nov 15, 10-3. Admission $5.00, good all weekend. (406) 238-9796

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Group Picture: Youth Pastor Jon Ellingson (Right kneeling) and the First Baptist Youth Group.

Smiling youth enjoys helping others.

Baker First Baptist Youth Group enjoy serving others By Sherry Vogel The yard was engulfed and choking in knee high grass which was long overdue for a cutting. Now it had invaded even the bird bath seemingly jealous of its lofty position. Amassed across the entire property, assaulting even the sidewalks, were broken, dried, snarled twigs and branches. So entangled that taking a stroll in the yard was hazardous. Peering out the window of the little dwelling was a tiny, powerless and forgotten elderly woman. She was too feeble to tackle even the smallest task in her yard and on such a limited budget, that she was unable to ransom herself from her bondage. A knock on the door offered her the hope for which she had prayed. A young man standing on her step told her that the youth group from the First Baptist Church in Baker would love to offer her a helping hand to clean up her yard. They were looking for jobs such as this for their service day. That next Saturday, nine smiling young people armed

with rakes, weed-whackers and lawn mowers descended upon the overgrown fortress to free her from her captivity. As the restraints of the terrain were cleared away, a burden was lifted giving its prisoner a much needed lease on life. She was overjoyed to be able to walk outside. Once again she strolled in her yard which had always brought her such joy. She felt renewed. Adding to her elation were the smiling faces of the young people who gave of themselves so freely. In this present age when one has learned to question any service that is free, she timidly asked what the motivation was behind this gift that she had received. First Baptist youth pastor Jon Ellingson, replied, “God gives His gift of salvation completely free. The reason we enjoy serving others without charge is because it is just a small reflection of God’s gift to us, ‘that is free and without charge’. We are so grateful for what God has given us that we want to share that with others.” First Baptist Youth had their

told their youth leaders that it is their favorite thing to do. They genuinely love helping others. The group target outdoor

projects including trash pickup, mowing, raking, yard work, painting, and gardening. They have helped the elderly, single parents, those with

health conditions, and others who simply need an extra hand. The next youth service day is planned for spring 2016.

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