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VOLUME 100

ISSUE 20

TIMES

FALLON County

BAKER, MONTANA 59313

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FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2016

RV repair business opens in Baker

By Angel Wyrwas What do you do when the oilfield goes bust?

Well, if you’re Bill Nelson you just reinvent yourself. “I’ve lived through a couple of these busts,” laughs Bill. Today he is the owner of Roaming RV Repair, LLC with his wife Dora.

“I figured it would make a pretty good career choice.” And he was right. Demand is high with an estimated over one million RVs on the road this year and only about 1200 certified technicians throughout the U.S. Bill attended one of only two schools in the U.S. (both are in Florida) to obtain his certification from RV Training Center.

“I can do everything except engines and drive trains,” said Bill. Because he is certified, Bill can do warranty and insurance work. He is also one of a handful of technicians who is certified to plastic weld, and he offers mobile Bill Nelson fishing on Bowman-Haley RV service. “If they can’t bring it to me, I’ll Dam. Submitted photo

TAKE NOTE Candidate forum Baker Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture will host a Candidate Forum Tuesday, May 17, 7 p.m. at the Baker Senior Citizen Center.

Those invited to the forum are Fallon County Commissioner candidates Kevin Dukart, Dave Havens, Randy Hoenke, Roy Rost; House District #37 Luther Waterland, Bill Harris, Judi Cramer; and Clerk of District Court Jerrie Newell.

The public is invited to come and listen to the views of each candidate.

After the forum, you may stay for refreshments and visit with the candidates on various issues.

Times Office closed The Fallon County Times will be closed Monday, May 30, for Memorial Day. Deadline will remain the same, Tuesday at 2 p.m.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday.

go to them,” said Bill. “There is a large territory in eastern Montana that needs this service.”

As if one new business wasn’t enough, Bill and Dora have taken on another project. “We fell into it really,” said Dora. “We called Bowman-Haley Campground to get a reservation for Memorial Day and found out there was no one to manage the campground. It was good timing because we were in the middle of a house deal in Florida to start the business there.”

“I said right away we’d take the campground,” stated Bill.

Bowman-Haley Dam is under the purview of the Army Corps of Engineers, and maintenance of the area falls to the Bowman County Water District. “We will be the concessionaires,” explained Dora. Bowman-Haley sports 1740 acres of water, at least ten species of fish, 45 electrical camping spots, numerous primitive camp sites, a marina, mini

store/tackle shop, and a restaurant.

Dora was born in Cuba and raised in the San Francisco Bay area and is excited to offer some different food fare. “We plan on serving the traditional steakhouse menu and I plan on adding some of the dishes I grew up with. We are going to introduce some different flavors you don’t find much up north,” said Dora.

Both Dora and Bill have cooked professionally and truly enjoy it.

Bill added, “The campground is booked from now until August, but there are always cancellations so if people want to come they should definitely call.” They plan on opening the campground by May 13, maybe sooner.

Roaming RV Repair can be contacted at 406-978-4280 or the office at 406-978-3280.

For questions and reservations regarding Bowman-Haley Campground, call the marina at 701-275-6316.

Zombie Fun Run kills it

By Angel Wyrwas Everyone knows that The Walking Dead Zombies have made AMC even more successful, but who knew it would work so well for fundraising, too? Team Helgoth sure did as they put on a great time for all May 8. The Zombie Fun Run put on in memory of Nick Helgoth as a fundraiser for Luke Gonsioroski, a high school student currently undergoing cancer treatment, was wildly successful. “It exceeded our expectations by mountains,” said Sara Helgoth, coordinator for Team Helgoth.

The music by the Rock Jocks, food, and activities kept everyone alive even though many participants were dressed as the dead. A dunking booth provided by SADD was quite the hit with participants. Bouncy houses donated by Jumpin’ Jacks and a Team Helgoth carnival kept both humans and zombies busy. People tried their skills on a miniature golf course provided by BPA. Girl Scouts made gruesome cupcakes for everyone to enjoy. “We had amazing volunteers including the Sons of the American Legion,” said Sara.

The actual Zombie Run race had 130 participants. “Before this year we averaged about 40,”

Zombie Girl Scouts made gruesome cupcakes for everyone to enjoy.

Photo by Samm Schermele said Sara. There were obstacles along the course support.” Most of the Spartans were wearing and even though it was a bit windy, everyone their Luke Strong t-shirts and shaved heads. made it back, some more alive than others. Fol- “Luke’s teammates put this fundraiser over the lowing the race, 25 Spartans were auctioned off top!” said Sara. to the highest bidder. “These guys wanted to do “Just the Spartan auction itself raised $9,370,” something for their friend,” said Sara. “It was said Sara, “and including the auction numbers, important to them and a great way to show their SEE ZOMBIE FUN RUN, PAGE 7

Rustad retires after fulfilling career

Hansen ready to begin a new adventure

By Angel Wyrwas “I can remember from the time I was in third grade I wanted to be an elementary teacher,” said Longfellow elementary teacher Jan Rustad. “It was my dream, what I always worked for.” Growing up in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Jan attended her hometown college, Western Michigan University, and graduated with a bachelor of arts, elementary education degree. “It was a teachers college,” recalls Jan. “A lot of people were graduating with teaching degrees and the market was flooded. I had a friend who graduated and JAN RUSTAD took a job at a grocery store because there were no teaching jobs. Well, that wasn’t going to be me. I really wanted to teach.”

Jan had read an article her senior year that said rural areas always needed teachers. “I knew I would have to move if I was going to get a teaching position. So I got out a map of Montana and sent about 50 applications to all the places that weren’t by mountains, interstates, or big cities,” Jan said. She finally accepted a job from Baker. “I remember arriving and feeling like I had stepped back in time,” Jan said. “It was so pleasant. You felt safe and protected. There was already violence in bigger cities back then.”

Jan met her husband at a Bible study after coming to Baker. The next year they were square dancing partners. “I went home on break,” said Jan, “and told my dad I thought I had met the man I was going to marry even though Allen and I hadn’t actually dated yet. Of course, my dad wasn’t ready to lose me to Montana forever.”

This month will be the last in Jan’s 36 year teaching career. “My favorite things about teaching are interacting with the kids, and sharing knowledge. I love that light bulb experience when a student has been struggling with something and you help them to make sense of it,” said Jan. And she knows children say the funniest things. Jan shared this anecdote. “One day a boy said, ‘there’s something I’ve been wondering about for a long time. When Jesus lived on earth, what country did he live in?’” I responded, “Israel”. He said, “Well, I know He’s real, but what country was He from?”

One memory Jan has of teaching was the blizzard of 1978. “I got pretty bored with staying in my little basement apartment and staring at the four walls, so I decided to go out and hike the two blocks to Lincoln School. I had to climb a huge drift to get in to the front door and then slid down the other side,” said Jan. “I remember that I didn’t stay and work very long SEE RUSTAD, PAGE 7

By Angel Wyrwas “My life has been a series of experiences that just happened,” said Longfellow Elementary teacher Brenda Hansen.

“I did not plan it this way to get here today. I love that poem

by Robert Frost, The Road Not Taken. ‘Two roads diverged in a wood, and I, I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.’ I feel like that is the road to this life I took.”

Brenda Hansen will retire this school year from a 45 year teaching career, 35 of those years spent in Baker Schools. She BRENDA HANSEN grew up in Glendive and first attended Glendive Junior College. Brenda later transferred to Eastern Montana College in Billings (now MSU-Billings) where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree. After graduation she applied to area schools for a position in elementary education. “I interviewed in another small town, was offered the job, even signed the contract to be a sixth grade teacher,” recalled Brenda, “but this was 45 years ago and things were different. When a man came available for the position, the school had lost my contract.”

A friend of Brenda’s was heading to Glasgow for a teaching interview and asked if she wanted to ride along. “I was sitting in the hallway waiting and the principle asked me if I wanted to interview for a position too,” said Brenda. “I did and I got the job.” She signed a contract for $6,600 per year and spent the next 6 years in Glasgow teaching 4th and 6th grades.

“The Air Force base and their school opened back up in Glasgow,” said Brenda, “so I moved there and started teaching. I remember wanting to go overseas since I was very little. I was encouraged by some military friends to apply to the overseas teaching program. I received a job offer from the Dept. of Defense for a base in Germany and a marriage proposal the same day.” Brenda accepted the teaching position and was off to Germany.

Sembach Air Force Base was Brenda’s home from 1977 – 1981. “I saw the world on weekends and vacations,” said Brenda. “I was one of the last to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa, I saw the Pope one Easter, I saw one of Yul Brynner’s last performances of The King and I, and I went to the top of Hitler’s Eagles Nest with a former SS soldier.”

“One of my favorite experiences during that time was a happenchance meeting on the Spanish Steps of Rome, Italy,” said Brenda. “A friend and I were visiting there when a man asked me where in the midwest I was from. He had heard my accent, which I didn’t know I had. His SEE HANSEN, PAGE 7

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FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, May 19, 2006 -Fallon County, as well as every other county in the state, has a new AutoMark voting system. Fallon County will have one of these machines in every polling place for the June 6 primary. . . Baker Lady Spartan tennis team captured first place at the divisional tournament this past weekend in Baker. All eight team members earned a spot at the State Class B Tennis Tournament in Missoula starting this Thursday. Members of the team include Courtney Pickett, Dawnette Christensen, Kari Pankratz, Colette Kary, Shaleigh Straub, Kaileigh Morris, Jennifer Kary and Keli Gentilini. . . Charles and Kate Redman celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Apr. 1, 2006. . . A retirement party will be held May 24 for Ron Meredith and Leonard Beckers. . . Area seniors who were recipients of $400 scholarships from Farmers Union Oil Co. were J.J. O’Connor, Josey Madler and Alyssa Rogers. . .

Curt Kyle was elected chairman of the District #12 school board May 9. Elaine Stanhope was also re-elected as clerk/business manager. . .

Jason James is pictured with a 10-12 lb. 24” Northern Pike he caught while fishing in Baker Lake. . . Winners of the “Draw Your Mom Contest” are: Javan Kesinger, Moriah Kesinger, and Taiken Goerndt.

They won gift certificates for their moms. . . Jennifer Fisher has been hired as manager of the Recreation Complex at Baker High School.

ticipate in the 3B District Track Meet. The ladies placed first with 112 points. . . Spartan ladies who qualified for the state tennis meet in Missoula are Keri Rath and Brandi Pool in singles and the doubles teams of Karmen Bagley/Brook Strub and Jill O’Donnell/Angi Quenzer.

30 YEARS AGO Thursday, May 15, 1986-Recognized as a 50 year member of the Extension Homemakers at their Spring Council meeting was Alvina Morton. .

Gwen Setinc was chosen the Bowling Women’s Association “Star of Yesteryear”. Her name has been engraved on the “Star of Yesteryear” plaque along with Vi Rasmuson. . . Art Tronstad, Fallon County Fair Board member, was recently honored with a Gold Card from the professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. The card allows Art to attend any PRCA rodeo free of charge and was given to him in recognition of serving the Fair Board for over 20 years. . . Heidi Bickle is the valedictorian for the Plevna graduating class and Tracie Thielen is salutatorian. . . A Meet Your Candidate forum will be held May 22. Candidates include: County Commissioners - Delane Beach, Henry Logar, Rodger Myhre, Robert Irvine, Ronald Shepherd, Robert Rusley and Llewell Johnson; County Clerk & Recorder - Mary Lee Dietz, Sharon Hegge and Vera Kruger; County Sheriff - Leland Gundlach, Roland Hickey, Gene Hermann, and Roddy Rost; County Treasurer 20 YEARS AGO - Faye Koenig and Brenda Friday, May 17, 1996-- Fradenburgh; Justice of Peace Ground-breaking ceremonies - Chuck Larson, Cora Moser took place May 12 at the and Henry Huether.

Baker Community Church for the addition and elevator they 40 YEARS AGO plan to put in. . . Justin Moser Thursday, May 13, 1976and Dana Quenzer were se- Eighty seniors will be prelected by 3B football coaches sented their high school diploto play in the Class B All Star mas at commencement Football Game in Billings exercises May 23. . . A recepJune 7. . . High temperature tion honoring Mr. Bruggeman, May 13 was 72 degrees. . . retiring high school principal, Stasia Corey was honored on will be held May 23. . . Baker her 87th birthday May 11. . . Jaycee BB Gun team tied for Norma Losing has turned her fifth place at the State BB hobby into a family business. meet in Lewistown. ParticipatShe owns Country Lane ing from Baker were Mike Greenhouse, five miles west Losing, Doug Losing, Brian of Baker. She offers vegeta- Hickey, Dwight Quenzer, bles, annual and perennial va- Hartley Barefoot, Kimberly rieties of flowers. . . There Quenzer, and Lora Williams. were 14 participants in the St. Mike Losing took third place Jude’s Bike-A-Thon and honors in the individual com$1292.15 was collected by the petition. . . Fertile Prairie riders. . . Baker Lady Spartans School held eighth grade protraveled to the Metra in motion exercises May 11 for Billings last weekend to par- Wanda Braun, John Duffield

and Dennis Wagner. . . Pictured are the new FHA officers for the 1976-77 year. Ruth Barefoot is president; Connie Bruha, Student Council representative; Miss Linda Billmayer, advisor; Brenda Knipp, parliamentarian; Nancy Householder, vice president; Laurie O’Donnell, secretary; and Jana Mueller, song leader.

passable and anyone using that road must now ford Beaver Creek. . . Archie Geiser is in town and has announced he will give flying lessons to anyone for $2.75 per lesson. . .

Management of the Lake Theater has announced the purchase of the new ventilating equipment of the largest type, when installed and put into operation, will assure the cus50 YEARS AGO tomers pure, clean, cool and Thursday, May 19, 1966-- washed air at all times.

The class of 1966, the second largest to graduate from Baker 90 YEARS AGO High School, includes 67 Thursday, May 13, 1926 -members. . . Pictured are Peter The new suits, in which the and Mary Herbst on their wed- Baker ball team will make ding day 59 years ago and pic- their debut in their game at tured again a recent photo with Ismay, have arrived. . . The Mr. Herbst wearing the same Ollie Woman’s Club invitation suit he was married in. . . John last Friday was responded to Kingston has been appointed by 25 of the Baker ladies. . . head football coach, replacing Glen Miller has taken over the Ray Braun, who has accepted management of Wildwood a position elsewhere. from G.E. Hough and will hold his opening dance May 60 YEARS AGO 14. . . The well near MarThursday, May 17, 1956-- marth, which is being sunk by A packed house greeted the the Little Beaver Oil and Gas boxers from a tri-state area in Company, is nearing a level Baker Saturday night when the where results may be exfirst Golden Gloves Roundup pected. got underway. . . Thirty-six ________________________ ________________________ Baker students will participate in commencement exercises to be held May 22 in Baker High School gym. Pictured are WalDid you know … ter Martel, valedictorian, and Donna Paulson, salutatorian. . that any changes to your parWilliam Bohle was elected enting plan must be approved Commander of the American by the Court? You cannot just Legion Post No. 35 at their make an agreement with the election of officers held this other parent to change the parweek. . . Oil news this week enting plan. If the change is says the Beckman well is fin- not made formally through the ished and is to go on pump.

Court, you cannot rely on it.

This applies to any part of 70 YEARS AGO your parenting plan, including Thursday, May 16, 1946-- plans for the summer.

There’s a business in Baker For more information, please that’s growing and we mean visit the Families and Kids growing up. It’s a home nurs- section of www.Monery operated by Mr. and Mrs. tanaLawHelp.org. If you can’t J. Reynolds. . . Mrs. Eddie find the information you want, Nelson has resigned as clerk at click on the LiveHelp button the county superintendent’s or call the Montana Legal and clerk of court’s office. Services Association HelpLine Mrs. Ervin Keirle has taken at 1-800-666-6899. the position temporarily.

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80 YEARS AGO Thursday, May 21, 1936-Due to the heavy traffic on the 101 Road during the past two weeks with people driving back and forth from the Montana-Dakota Utilities deep test well, the large bridge at the 101 Ranch collapsed Monday night. The bridge is now im-

May 04 81 46 May 05 86 44 May 06 71 42 May 07 71 38 May 08 73 35 May 09 63 43 .19 May 10 52 33 .43 YTD Moisture - 4.6

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No. 1 Spring Wheat - $1.45 No. 2 Winter Wheat - $1.37 No. 1 Durum - $1.29 Flax - $1.96 Oats - .35 Barley - .76 Rye - $1.01 ____________ : ____________

Booth finds bad error in ballot A bad error was discovered today in the official ballot as printed and distributed which may invalidate hundreds of votes for the commissionership. The office of county commissioner for the two year term and for the six year term has been combined under the one heading of County Commissioner.

It is important that voters remember that they can vote for only one person for the two -year term and one for the six year term.

Upon the Democratic ticket voters will observe that Akers and Sparks are candidates for the six-year term and Farwell for the twoyear term.

Hence, every voter will be entitled to vote for Farwell and EITHER Sparks or Akers, but they cannot vote for both Akers and Sparks, as both are candidates for the six-year term, and voters who vote for Akers and Sparks invalidate their vote entirely.

They will have to vote for Farwell and Akers or for Farwell and Sparks.

On the Republican ticket Bondell, Howell, Munro and Schreiber are candidates for the two-year term, while Maxwell, McFarland and Schofield are for the six-year term.

Voters may vote for one candidate in each of these groups, but if they vote for two candidates for the same term their ballot for commissioner is invalidated.

Where a candidate has not specified the term for which he is a candidate, he is deemed to be a candidate for the six-year term.

The error in the ballot was first discovered by Edwin Booth just as the Times had closed its last “form”. Fortunately it is not too late to advise election judges the necessity of instructing every voter who enters the ____________ polls. : ____________

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Fallon County is a great place to live and has so much to offer its citizens. I have been very devoted to Fallon County as a volunteer on the Fire Dept. and on various boards giving me a diverse background in leadership, a sound business sense, a spirit of integrity & cooperation which are necessary for the growth & progress of Fallon County

I would be honored to be your commissioner and work with the people to keep this a great community.

I would appreciate your vote!

Pd. for by Randy Hoenke, Box 1225, Baker, MT 59313

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Fallon County Timely-Tips Ruth Wang ________ Funeral mass for Ruth Wang, 78, of Baker will be at 10 a.m.

Saturday, May 14, 2016, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Baker with Father Thomas Tobin officiating. Burial will take place at St. John’s Cemetery in Baker.

Visitation will take place Friday, May 13, 2016, at Stevenson Funeral Home in Baker with Rosary and vigil service at 6 p.m.

Ruth Marie H. Wang was born to Paul and Margaret Harlow in Thompson Falls, April 11, 1938. While growing up, she helped her parents with their timber and dairy farm. She attended school in Thompson Falls where she graduated from high school as valedictorian in 1956. She started college at Montana State. In 1958 she married Allan Wang on her parents’ ranch. They were partners in every undertaking. She and Allan made their home near Ollie where they farmed and ranched. In 1967 a son, Dean, was born. In 1969 they moved to Baker and built a feed plant, “Wang Feed”, on the west edge of town. In 1987, they completed the purchase of The Bank of Baker. She was instrumental in the bank’s operation until her passing. She owned and operated the Fallon County Abstract business from 2002-2008.

She enjoyed playing the piano for the Lutheran and Catholic Churches, Community Choir, and accompanying

countless music students at music festivals.

She taught her grandkids how to play piano. She enjoyed watching all of the activities in which the grandkids participated.

She enjoyed reading, family history, baking, sewing, photography, any and all animals, and above all, her garden and plants. Throughout the years she was active in a number of local civic organizations. The Catholic and Lutheran Churches were first and foremost in her life.

She passed away on Mother’s Day, May 8, 2016, at the Billings Clinic in Billings surrounded by family. It was fitting that she passed away on Mother’s Day as she spent her lifetime being a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother.

Ruth is survived by her husband, Allan; son, Dean (Karen); grandchildren, Lauren, Paul, Katie and Jacob; one brother, Art (Mary) Harlow; nieces Margaret (Meg) Harlow and Melinda.

She is preceded in death by her parents and a baby sister.

Family suggest memorials be given to Baker High School Music Department or the Baker High School Scholarship Fund.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com.

Funeral notice for Rusty Hartse Funeral services for Rusty Hartse, 27, of Wibaux will be at 11 a.m. Friday, May 13, 2016, at Wibaux Bible Church with Pastor Rick Varnum officiating. Burial will take place at Carlyle Cemetery.

Visitation will take place from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Friday, May 13, 2016, at Wibaux Bible Church.

Rusty passed away May 8, 2016, in Big Fork.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared with the family at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com.

Superior Care Villa residents took an afternoon road trip to the Emil and Kathy Sieler ranch. It was a beautiful day to enjoy nature at its finest. Residents enjoyed the outdoors and all the animals. Everyone was served a cool drink and cookies before leaving the ranch. Shown are Darline Ketterling and April Edwards.

H a p p y B ir th d a y May 13 Jay Shumaker, Kyle Alberts, Leslie Bohle, Mardella Zinda May 14 Bo Lingle, Paul Mehling, Tayson Ehret, John Moser May 15 Connie Moore, Dave Kono, Marty Setinc, Neil Packineau, Cade Wilson May 16 Debbie Newell, Noin Durfey May 17 Kaytlynn Gaub May 18 Roddy M. Rost, Shannon Eagon May 19 Colin Rose, Cyler Crawford, Daniel Losing, Rae Losing, Dillon James, Wyatt Uecker, Jacey Gorder, Danielle Fisher

Harold Pratt of Superior Care Villa enjoyed the road trip to the Sieler ranch.

Dog Days Silhouette Shoot coming soon Summer is coming and so are the Dog Days! Don’t miss your chance to tear up the town, Dog Town that is, June 11 at the Fallon County Gun Range. Come out and shoot life-sized prairie dog silhouettes at various ranges and exposures. We’ve added more heats, more dogs, and more events, including the Rimfire Open, Hail Mary Match, Top Dog Pot Match, and 50/50 Match.

There will be great prizes and good times to be had.

Enjoy huge savings of nearly 50 percent by preregistering for the event at: www.shootdogdays.com. Events include Centerfire, Rimfire Open, and .22 Long Rifle, with men’s, women’s and junior categories.

Money raised will help benefit the Salvation Army and send care packages to deployed troops. Learn more at www.shootdogdays.com or call Bob Brown at 406-8532859.

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Baker office hours 8 a.m.

- 5 p.m. Now open from 12-1 p.m. to better serve you. For more information, please contact your Fallon/Carter Extension Office at 406-778-7110.

May 16 - 4-H Sewing Workshop #3 May 18 - Fallon County 4-H Horse Judging; 4-H Oreo trip registrations due into Extension Office May 25 - Fallon County 4-H Communications Day/Fashion Revue/Quilt Show May 31 - Carter County “All Events Day”; Carter County Sheep and Goat weigh-in; Carter County 4H Congress applications due.

By Sherry Vogel Here are a few tried and true tips to save you minutes while cleaning.

• To clean any kind of coffeepot, fill the pot with cold water, add a little baking soda, boil for a minute or so, and rinse clean.

• To remove the residue from tape or stickers on glass, pull off as much tape as you can. Then coat what’s left with mayonnaise, oil, or peanut butter until it is saturated. Wash and rinse.

• Get grimy cotton socks white again by boiling them in water with a slice of lemon.

• To remove coffee or tea stains from fabric, spread the fabric over the sink and pour boiling water slowly through the stain.

• To remove cocoa and chocolate stains, scrub the stained area immediately with ammonia.

• Unflavored meat tenderizer will remove some milk and baby formula stains from fabric. Make a paste of the tenderizer and cool water, rub on the spots, allow to sit, and then wash as usual.

• To remove crayon from wallpaper or paint, rub with a damp cloth and a dab of toothpaste. Then rinse with a clean, damp cloth.

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Spartan Scroll FFA Banquet Spartans Of The Week for the week of May 9 - 13, 2016 This week’s Spartans of the Week are five BHS music students who received the most superior ratings at the State Music Festival in Billings. They are Autumn Law (Larry & Kimberly)—6 events; Megan Greiff (Everett) 5 events; Taylor Miller (Mike & Promise)—5 events; Anna Espeland (David & Lisa)—5 events; and Spencer Losing(Jerry & Jill) —5 events Sponsored By

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Back row, l-r: Bo Rost, Isaac Nemitz, Hunter Hastig, Tannon Dukart, Seth Mastel and Hunter Mashak. Front row, l-r: Taylyn Dukart and Megan Greiff.

Submitted by Seth Mastel Reporter May 4, the Baker FFA Chapter held their banquet. The banquet started off with the opening ceremonies. After the opening ceremonies, we all sat down to a roast beef supper.

The supper was followed by a speaker that we all know and love, John Pulasky. During Mr. Pulasky’s speech he talked about how technology has changed and a few interesting stories about Mr. Gunderson’s early teaching years.

He only mildly roasted him. We also presented a slide show of pictures of the contest throughout the year.

There were two certificates awarded to our two newest honorary members, Judy Gunder-

Track Pictured are students who received a superior rating at State Music Festival.

Kendal Wipperling, Taiken Goerndt, Megan Greiff, Taylor Miller, Anna Espeland, Megan Slagter, Autumn Law, Kelsey Miller, Shawn Hirst (not pictured), Virgil Spethman, Isaac Rost (not pictured), Spencer Losing, Taylyn Koenig, Katherine Ford (not pictured), Katelynn Afrank, Maryssa Rusley, Madison Moore, Megan Smith, and Devon Solberg.

State Music Festival The following ensembles and solos received superior (I) ratings at the State Music Festival held May 6-7. The State Music Festival features over 70 schools from AA, A, B and C classes. This year’s festival was held at Billings Senior High School. Eighteen adjudicators from Montana, Wyoming and California listened to performances. Students were offered praise along with ideas for improvement and musical growth.

Superior Ratings: Baker Vocal Jazz (Kendal Wipperling, Taiken Goerndt, Megan Greiff, Taylor Miller, Anna Espeland, Megan Slagter, Autumn Law, Kelsey Miller, Shawn Hirst, Virgil Spethman, Isaac Rost, Spencer Losing) Baker Vocal Ensemble (Kendal Wipperling, Taiken Goerndt, Megan Greiff, Taylor Miller, Anna Espeland, Megan Slagter, Autumn Law, Kelsey Miller, Shawn Hirst, Virgil Spethman, Isaac Rost, Spencer Losing) Baker Men’s Quartet (Shawn Hirst, Virgil Spethman, Isaac Rost, Spencer Losing) Baker Girls Ensemble (Kendal Wipperling, Taiken Goerndt, Megan Greiff, Taylor Miller, Anna Espeland, Megan Slagter, Autumn Law,

Kelsey Miller) Baker Soprano Quartet (Taiken Goerndt, Megan Greiff, Taylor Miller, Anna Espeland) Shawn and Taylor Vocal Duet Taylor Miller vocal solo Baker Flute Ensemble (Taylyn Koenig, Autumn Law, Megan Greiff, Katherine Ford, Kendal Wipperling, Katelynn Afrank, Maryssa Rusley, Madison Moore, Megan Smith) Alivia and Taylyn Duet Spencer Losing tuba solo Devon Solberg tuba solo Maryssa Rusley flute solo Spencer Losing euphonium solo Anna Espeland sax solo Autumn Law flute solo The following received excellent (II) ratings.

Baker Clarinet Ensemble (Jozell Witcher, Megan Slagter, Alivia Schultz, Sheyanne Janeway, Mariah Miller, Savanah Burkhalter, Kaitlyn Cunningham) Baker Saxophone Ensemble 2 (Maleah Graham, Courtney Tudor, Javon DeGrand, Hannah Gonsioroski, Joe Fisher) Superior Saxes (Joe Fisher, Breanna Miller, Savannah Davis, Anna Espeland) Kaitlynn Cunningham clarinet solo; Joe Fisher sax solo;

Maleah Graham sax solo; Kendal Wipperling flute solo; Taylyn Koenig flute solo; Breanna Miller sax solo; Megan Slagter vocal solo; Shawn Hirst vocal solo; Anna Espeland vocal solo; Taiken Goerndt vocal solo.

Taylor and Kelsey vocal duet; Kelsey Miller vocal solo; Taylyn and Autumn duet; Baker Flute Clarinet Quartet (Maryssa Rusley, Katelynn Afrank, Sheyanne Janeway, Mariah Miller).

Baker Brass I (Scotti Robinson, Melissa Breitbach, Casey Wyrwas, Dustin Rost, Cameron MacKay, Nic Bohle, Spencer Losing); Baker Maroon Jazz; The Three Stooges (Maryssa Rusley, Sheyanne Janeway, Mariah Miller); Maryssa and Katelyn flute duet.

Congratulations to Baker High School music students!

By Daniel Rost and Kadon Gentilini The Baker Spartan track teams hosted the Baker Invitational April 16.

Boys’ results Austin Braun - 200m, 3rd, 25.75; 110m hurdles, 2nd, 17.49; javelin, 6th, 110-06 Aaron Smith - 200m, 5th, 26.29 Spencer Losing - 1600m, 1st, 5:13.97; 3200m, 1st, 11:28.89 Trevor Lingle - 300m hurdles, 5th, 57.57 Matt Packer - shot put, 1st, 4306.59; discus, 2nd, 121-03; javelin, 1st, 144-06 Josh Stutts - shot put, 3rd, 3900; discus, 6th, 99-05 Andrew Craft - shot put, 4th, 3810.50 Treston Erickson - shot put, 5th, 36-04 Ben Fujimori - shot put, 6th, 36-03.50 Javon DeGrand - discus, 4th, 110-10 Kadon Gentilini - high jump, 4th, 5-00; pole vault, 4th, 8-06 Nic Bohle - pole vault, 1st, 1006; triple jump, 6th, 36-00.5 Daniel Rost - triple jump, 5th, 38-07 4x100m relay - Baker A (Aaron Smith, Nic Bohle, Jordan Baxter, Austin Braun), 3rd, 48.86; Baker B (Trevor Lingle, Kadon Gentilini, Dalton Herbst, Daniel Rost), 5th, 51.25 4x400m Relay - Baker A (Aaron Smith, Nic Bohle, Daniel Rost, Spencer Losing), 2nd, 4:09.31; Baker B (Dalton Herbst, Terrell Koenig, Trevor Lingle, Sean Shelhamer), 3rd, 4:33.76 Girls’ results Scotti Robinson - 100m, 1st,

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13.30; pole vault, 1st, 8-00 Mariah Miller - 800m, 2nd, 2:51.20; 1600m, 2nd, 6:20.23 Maleah Graham - 800m, 3rd, 2:54.56; 1600m, 3rd, 6:27.51 Morgan Miller - 100m hurdles, 2nd, 18.51; triple jump, 4th, 2907 Skyler Robinson - shot put, 5th, 28-03 Elisa Hautala - discus, 3rd, 9211; javelin, 5th, 85-02 Madison Reddick - javelin, 3rd, 90-05; long jump, 6th, 13-04.50 Hannah Gonsioroski - triple jump, 6th, 27-07.50 4x100m relay - Baker A (Madison Reddick, Amber Durden, Morgan Miller, Scotti Robinson), 3rd, 56.77; Baker B (Skyler Robinson, Hannah Gonsioroski, Elisa Hautala, Melissa Breitbach), 4th, 1:02.07 4x400m relay - Baker A (Madison Reddick, Morgan Miller, Amber Durden, Scotti Robinson), 2nd, 4:32.27 Sidney Invitational, April 22.

Boys’ results Daniel Rost - 800m, 5th, 2:15.77 Nic Bohle - pole vault, 6th, 1100 Girls’ results Scotti Robinson - 100m, 2nd, 13.28; 200m, 5th, 27.42 Madison Reddick - 400m, 6th, 1:05.21; javelin, 5th, 105-03 4x100m relay - Baker A (Madison Reddick, Amber Durden, Sa-

vanah Burkhalter, Scotti Robinson), 3rd, 53.80 4x400m relay - Baker A (Madison Reddick, Savanah Burkhalter, Amber Durden, Scotti Robinson), 1st, 4:18.31 Glendive Elks Meet April 30.

Boys’ Results Austin Braun - 110m hurdles, 5th, 17.88 Matt Packer - shot put, 5th, 4400.5; discus, 4th, 124-03; javelin, 1st, 152-09 Nic Bohle - pole vault, 3rd, 1106 Girls’ Results Scotti Robinson - 100m, 1st, 13.16; 200m, 1st, 27.42; 300m hurdles, 1st, 47.78; pole vault, 3rd, 8-06 Madison Reddick - 400m, 3rd, 1:04.65 Mariah Miller - 800m, 3rd, 2:44.05; 3200m, 5th, 13.48.80 Maleah Graham, 800m, 6th, 2:45.96; 3200m, 4th, 13:45.71 Morgan Miller; - 300m hurdles, 5th, 53.58 4x100m relay - Baker A (Madison Reddick, Amber Durden, Savanah Burkhalter, Scotti Robinson), 3rd, 54.05 4x400m relay - Baker A (Madison Reddick, Savanah Burkhalter, Amber Durden, Morgan Miller), 2nd, 4:25.36

Track Continued on page 6

Retirement Party HONORING

Brenda Hansen LaDonna Freimark Brenda McPhee Jan Rustad Greg Gunderson Don Schillinger for their dedication to Baker Schools

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After the awards, we held election of new officers. New 2016-17 officers are Isaac Nemitz, student advisor; Hunter Mashak, parliamentarian; Bo Rost, sentinel; Seth Mastel, reporter; Tannon Dukart, treasurer; Taylyn Dukart, secretary; Megan Greiff, vice president; Hunter Hastig, president.

Emotions were flying because the ag teacher we all know and love is retiring after 19 years of teaching. We had the great opportunity to meet the new ag teacher, Tieler Soumas. It’s been a great last couple of years getting to know Mr. Greg Gunderson, but it will be a great new adventure with our new teacher.

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Fallon County Times and Places The entire cast singing a song.

Elementary Play “The Granny Awards” _______________

By Nicole Allerdings The Plevna K-6 students performed their spring play, “The Granny Awards” May 4. The concept of the play was an award show where Granny honors fairy tale characters who have given stellar performances. The awards are Best Female and Male Vocalist, Best Dramatic Scene, Best Choreography, Best Rap, and the most coveted Best Villain Award.

Amidst all of the excitement, the Wolf, after acting many years with Granny in “Little Red Riding Hood”, tries to steal the Best Villain Award, but is unsuccessful. Granny thoughtfully makes him the center of attention and takes him by surprise when

she presents him with the award he has tried to steal all night. Moved by her compassion, he sobs uncontrollably as he thanks her for seeing his true self instead of the character he played in “The Three Little Pigs” and “Little Red Riding Hood”.

Cast of characters: Prof - Seth Carroll, announcer - Ruilin Li, Granny - Jaeda Paul, Snow White helpers - Icky - Cooper Peterson, Sparky - Zac Wills, Wheezy - Nicholas Buerkle, Snoozy - Wyatt Isaacs, Wimpy - Kalob Bollinger, Dizzy - Tristan Buerkle, Grumpy - Aidyn Schwartz, Dopey - Lyann Gajeske, Happy - Trae Oberlander.

Fairy Godmother - Cheyenne Farris, Snow White

- Jaiden Dulin, Jack and the Beanstalk - Cooper O’Connor, Wolf - Jesse Isaacs, Cinderella - Tylee Rieger, Stepsister 1 - Chloe Tudor, Stepsister 2 Alexia Wills, Prince - Wyatt Thielen, Servant 1 Sophia Tudor, Servant 2 - Lyann Gajeske, Jack Jacob Tutas, Jill - Avery O’Connor, Prince Castlehouse the Accountant - Brentan Beyers, Papa Bear - Hayden Lane, Mama Bear - Billie Jo Miller, Baby Bear - Kali Dulin.

Goldilocks - Jordan Hauff, Red Riding Hood Whitney Thielen, Pig 1 - Carson Sander, Pig 2 Noah Arnold, Pig 3 - Brandon Breihahn, Chorus Kindergarten through sixth grade students.

Plevna FFA group.

Sophia Dulin, second from left, and Dacy Buerkle, far right, racing in the 100m dash.

L-r: Cooper Peterson, Brentan Beyers, Bret Edgell, Zach Wills and Seth Carroll sprinting the 100m dash

Plevna FFA Banquet __________ Junior High Track

By Dylan Sander May 9, the Plevna FFA Chapter held their annual FFA banquet at the Plevna Community Center. Opening ceremonies were conducted by Jake Edgell at 6 p.m. followed by a dinner of pulled pork provided by Hanging W Meats and prepared by Connie Lang and Birdie Rieger.

Cake was served and a silent auction took place during the banquet.

After dinner, the FFA students talked about the many events they participated in during the year.

Jessica Paul and Cole Edgell told about the Officer Retreat; District Leadership School was presented by Jake Edgell; Dacy Buerkle shared the JD Ag Expo; Melstone was presented by Sophia Dulin; Fall and Spring Districts were told

by Ashley Sander and Bret Edgell. State Convention with

stories was shared by Jessica Stockett and Dylan Sander; and Farm to School project was covered by Jenna Paul, Taylor and Trinity Rieger.

Next, awards were presented by Mr. Isaacs, followed by the keynote address given by the 2015-16 Montana State Sentinel, Laina Raisler.

Last, was the installation of the 2016-17 chapter officers.

The evening was enjoyed by all. We enjoyed seeing many of the activities and projects in a power point presentation

by Jessica Stockett.

Congratulations on a great year in the FFA program!

The following awards were presented: Greenhand Degrees - Laylah Dulin, Cole Edgell, Jessica Paul and Colter Peterson; Chapter Star Greenhand - Jessica Paul; Discovery Degree and Star Discovery Award - Taylor

Piano Recital Piano recital for the students of Sharan Fried will be held Sunday, May 15, at 1 p.m. at the Plevna Emmanuel Free Church.

Students performing will be Merri Beck, Dacy Buerkle, Nick Buerkle, Taylor Bertsch, Billie Jo Miller, Annalee Noel, Jessica Stockett, Chloe Tudor, and Sophia Tudor. Everyone is welcome to attend the recital.

Plevna School unofficial trustee election results May 3, 2016 Three year term - vote for two William D. Lane - 62 Jason Oberlander - 39 Teresa Rieger - 55 Got a news tip? Contact the Fallon County Times 406-778-3344

FALLON COUNTY SHOOTING RANGE The rifle range at the Fallon County Shooting Complex will be closed to the public May 14th and 15th for training. If you would like to be included in a Tactical Rifle class on these days please contact James Langler at (406) 408-1794 or email jim@badlandssecuritygroup.com.

We are accepting students for the NRA Basic Pistol Class. Stop at the range during office hours to get signed up.

INDOOR RANGE AND OFFICE HOURS

Bertsch; Dekalb Accomplishment Award and Chapter Star Farmer - Jessica Stockett; Chapter Star Agri-Placement - Jake Edgell.

Most Active Member Dylan Sander; Top SAE Program - Jessica Paul; Top Sales Persons - Taylor Bertsch and Sophia Dulin; Top Shop Hand - Chris Skogas; Chapter FFA Scholarships - Jessica Stockett, Dylan Sander, Chris Skogas and Jake Edgell; Lynn Paul and Shayna Isaacs were recognized for their outstanding chaperoning skills.

The newly elected officers are: president - Jessica Paul, first vice president - Taylor Rieger, second vice president - Cole Edgell, secretary Dacy Buerkle, reporter Jenna Paul, treasurer - Ashley Sander, Sentinel - Trinity Rieger, Parliamentarian - Bret Edgell, Historian - Sophia Dulin.

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The Plevna junior high track team competed in Broadus May 5. Results are as follows.

Taylor Bertsch, 3rd, 8th grade shot put; 1st, 8th grade high jump; 4th, 400m relay; 6th, 8th grade discus Bret Edgell - 1st 400m relay; 2nd 800m; 2nd high jump; 1st long jump; 1st 400m relay Trinity Rieger - 1st 400m relay; 2nd 800m; 2nd shot put; 2nd long jump Dacy Buerkle - 5th 800m; 5th 200m; 1st 400m relay; 3rd shot put Jenna Paul - 4th 400m relay; 3rd 800m; 5th 100m; 3rd discus; 4th long jump Ashley Sander - 2nd 1600m; 4th 800m; 5th discus; 4th 400m relay Sophia Dulin - 4th 400m relay; 1st shot put; 4th 400m Jesse Isaacs - 2nd 1600m; 3rd long jump; 1st 400m relay; 2nd 800m; 4th high jump Cooper Peterson - 3rd high jump; 2nd long jump; 1st 400m relay; 3rd 1600m; 2nd 100m Seth Carroll - 1st 400m relay; 2nd discus; 4th 100m;

BIG THANKS to all who stopped in to help celebrate our Thirteenth Anniversary!

We look forward to serving you for many years to come.

Our DOOR PRIZE WINNERS were: Scott O’Donnell • BBQ Grill Joyce Straub & Travis Isaacs Chairs Juanita Rost • Mother of the Day

Other PRIZE WINNERS were: Mike Kirschten • Drury Phebus Traci Bruha • Karla O’Connor Michelle Gray Congratulations to you all!

Extra thanks to our friends & family who helped us make the anniversary a success, and thanks to the customers who keep our doors open!

1st shot put; 2nd 200m Lexi Wills - 2nd 200m; 1st 400m relay; 2nd 400m; 4th discus; 5th long jump Chloe Tudor - 1st 1600m; 1st 800m; 1st discus; 1st 400m relay Brentan Beyers - 6th 200m; 6th 100m; 5th long jump; 4th shot put; 4th discus Zach Wills - 3rd discus; 4th 200m; 5th 100m, 4th long jump May 6 the students participated in their last meet of the season in Beach.

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 Open house retirement party for Jan Stickney, 2:00-4:30 p.m., Plevna Community Center; Retirement party honoring Jan Stickney, Lynette O’Connor, and Jean Brenner, 7 p.m., Plevna School multi-purpose room, May 14.

Changed For Life church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center, May 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, 5:30 p.m., May 16.

Retirement party honoring Brenda Hansen, LaDonna Freimark, Brenda McPhee, Jan Rustad, Greg Gunderson, Don Schillinger, 4 p.m., Recreation Complex Lobby; Overeaters Anonymous, 6:30 p.m., American Lutheran Church; Codependent Support Group, noon, American Lutheran Church, May 17.

City Council, 7 p.m., Fallon County court room; Knights of Columbus, 8 p.m., St. John’s Catholic Church basement, May 18.

Free Business Development, by appointment, call 406-7482990, May 19.

Changed For Life church services, 10 a.m., Baker Senior Center; Plevna graduation, 2 p.m., Plevna High School gym; Baker graduation, 7 p.m., Longfellow Gymnasium, May 22.

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Track Continued from page 4 The Baker Spartan team hosted the Baker Quad and JV meet.

Boys’ JV results Angus Lund - 100m, 1st, 12.05; 200m, 2nd, 25.93 Dalton Herbst - 100m, 2nd, 12.36; 200m, 3rd, 26.04; javelin, 1st, 116-03 Aaron Smith - 100m, 4th, 12.70; 200m, 4th, 26.16 Trevor Lingle - 100m, 5th, 12.72; 200m, 1st, 25.84; 300m hurdles, 1st, 48.33 Terrell Koenig - 800m, 1st, 2;23; triple jump, 2nd, 33-08.50 Andrew Craft - shot put, 1st, 38-08.50; discus, 2nd, 80-05 Javon DeGrand - discus, 1st, 122-10 4x100m relay (Terrell Koenig, Trevor Lingle, Riley Schultz, Sean Shelhamer), 1st, 53.27 4x400m relay (Terrell Koenig, Hunter Mashak, Riley Schultz, Sean Shelhamer), 2nd, 4:23.01 Girls’ JV results Savanah Burkhalter - 100m, 1st, 13.82; 200m, 1st, 27.87 Mariah Miller - 800m, 1st, 2:44.18 Maleah Graham - 1600m, 1st, 6:08.91 Skyler Robinson - shot put, 2nd, 26-09; discus, 3rd, 68-04 Hannah Gonsioroski - javelin, 2nd, 64-09; triple jump, 2nd, 2710.50 4x100m relay - Baker B (Skyler Robinson, Hannah Gonsioroski, Melissa Breitbach, Elisa Hautala), 2nd, 1:01.19 Boys’ Varsity results Jordan Baxter - 100m, 4th, 12.23; javelin, 4th, 101-11 Daniel Rost - 100m, 6th, 12.31; 400m, 1st, 56.50; triple jump, 1st, 39-06 Austin Braun - 110m hurdles, 1st, 17.57 Nicholas Mahon - shot put, 1st, 40-01 Josh Stutts - shot put, 2nd, 4000 Treston Erickson - shot put, 5th, 37-02.50; discus, 2nd, 106-11; javelin, 3rd, 106-10 Ben Fujimori - shot put, 6th, 36-02.50; discus, 5th, 99-02 Kadon Gentilini - high jump, 3rd, 5-00; pole vault, 4th, 9-00; long jump, 2nd, 15-10; triple jump, 3rd, 34-11.50

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Boys results Matt Packer - shot put, 2nd, 4505.50; discus, 3rd, 128-08; javelin, 3rd, 167-10 Nic Bohle - pole vault, 4th, 1106 Girls’ results Scotti Robinson - 100m, 3rd, 13.20; 300m hurdles, 2nd, 47.08 Maleah Graham - 3200m, 4th, 13:17.53 4x100m relay (Madison Reddick, Amber Durden, Savanah Burkhalter, Scotti Robinson, 4th, 55.37 4x400m relay (Madison Reddick, Savanah Burkhalter, Morgan Miller, Scotti Robinson), 1st, 4;14.69.

Miles City, May 7, John Polich Cowgirl/Cowboy Invitational.

Boys’ results Austin Braun - 110m hurdles, 4th, 18.13

NOTICE The Fair Board is seeking a Board Member. The term for this member will expire September 30, 2018.

If you are interested in completing the term of this Board Member position, please submit a letter of interest to: Fallon County Commission - P.O. Box 846 - Baker, MT 59313-0846 or deliver to the Clerk and Recorder’s office 10 West Fallon Avenue - Baker, MT, by, 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 16, 2016.

“Letters of Interest” forms may be picked up at the Clerk and Recorder’s office, or you may submit your own letter. If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Clerk and Recorder at 406-778-7106. The Commissioners will appoint Monday, May 16, 2016 at 11:00 a.m.

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After this date, penalty and interest will be added.

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Barbara E. Ketterling Fallon County Treasurer

Call 1-800-NEW-HEAR (800-639-43271)

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Dukart honored during Municipal Clerk’s Week

Matt Packer - shot put, 3rd, 4209 4x100m relay - Baker A (Aaron Smith, Nic Bohle, Austin Braun, Jordan Baxter), 6th, 47.80 4x400m relay - Baker A (Aaron Smith, Nic Bohle, Jordan Baxter, Matt Packer), 6th, 4:06.42 Girls’ results Scotti Robinson - 100m, 2nd, 13.31; 200m, 2nd, 28.10; 400m, 2nd, 1:01.44 Savanah Burkhalter - 200m, 6th, 28.92 Madison Reddick - 400m, 5th, 1:03.62; javelin, 1st, 109-01; triple jump, 5th, 13-11 Morgan Miller - 110m hurdles, 6th, 18.51; triple jump, 4th, 3100.50 Melissa Breitbach - high jump, 4th, 4-10 4x100m relay - Baker A (Madison Reddick, Amber Durden, Savanah Burkhalter, Scotti Robinson), 3rd, 53.49

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Friday

Western Burger w/Onion Rings $6.00 Potato Cheddar Soup

Providers for MT Farm Bureau ‘Clear Value’ Federal Blue Cross Blue Shield Miner’s Association • GEHA

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FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2016

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Luke’s Spartan teammates raised $9,370 in a Spartan Auction during the Zombie Fun Run.

By Samm Schermele

Zombie Fun Run Continued from page 1 this community donated over $35,000. It is overwhelming and generous. Because my family has gone through the long medical process of cancer we know the cost. Hopefully, this will be a start to ease the difficulties associated with the cost of cancer treatment.”

Team Helgoth consists of Sara’s family and

Rustad Continued from page 1 it was eerie hearing the wind wailing and the snow swishing against the windows. Then to make up for the missed days of school, we had to have school on Saturday!”

A lot has changed since Jan began teaching. “Of course technology is the biggest,” said Jan. “Oh, the headache of filling out the register in those

Hansen Continued from page 1 name was Ronnie Grassi, the Vice President of Neiman Marcus, European Branch. He took us to the Neiman Marcus Outlet and let us try on million dollar jewelry. We went to the oldest coffee house and saw Audrey Hepburn and walked the streets of Pompeii. All because we were in the right place at the right time.”

Brenda came home in 1981.

Terrorist attacks had already begun in and around Europe.

“Things were becoming more uneasy in Germany,” said Brenda, “and I had a sister here with medical issues. My parents needed me to come home.” That is what brought her to Baker to teach. “I stayed here so long because I was in a vehicle accident with a friend,” said Brenda, “and insurance was different than today. That was 24 years ago.

I couldn’t afford to lose the insurance.” Unfortunately her friend did not survive the accident. “Everything changed from that moment,” said Brenda. “You think, I’m lucky to be alive, you can deal with the pain and you try to live the best life that you can to honor your friend.”

When it comes to teaching, Brenda has some experience.

“I always liked the independence and versatility of 6th grade. Over the years you learn to set your rules and expectations,” said Brenda. “I’m much more settled now, I think, and I try to have a classroom like a family, be respectful to each other. I believe teachers have to be tough, not try to make friends with the students.” Brenda has mixed feelings about technology. “I

her late husband Nick’s family. “Our goal is for The Baker Fire Department held their annual awards banquet April 30. Becca Team Helgoth to be nonprofit by next year,” Hanks was chosen as the Firefighter of the Year, and Tom Muckle received the said Sara. “We want to start sending kids who Chief Award. have lost siblings or parents to bereavement camp. We want to continue raising funds for families going through cancer and to support AW NFORCEMENT caregivers. Long term goal we would like to Baker Police Department see what we can do for hospice to be in Baker.”

• May 2, 2016 - May 8, 2016 - 27 Calls for service: 1 report of littering; 4 animal complaints; 2 driving Team Helgoth has already scheduled next complaints; 7 traffic stops; 4 public assists; 1 family disturbance; 4 reports of law enforcement inforyear’s Zombie Run for May 7. mation; 1 non-injury crash; 3 unlocks

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early days or learning to operate the ditto machine with purple ink. Back then there were no computers and now we have labs of them.” On a sadder note, she believes families have changed. “There are more children without parents or being hurt in one way or another than when I first started teaching,” she said. “It seems like students are absent often these days for doctor or dentist appointments or going on va-

cations,” said Jan. “One spring I had 15 out of 22 students absent several days because of chicken pox! At least that is something that definitely changed for the better.”

“I’m excited to retire but a little nervous about not being a teacher,” said Jan. “This is a big change in my life. I’ve really been thinking lately about what I want to do when I retire. I want to serve God and my family better.”

feel that some areas of education necessary for success are being lost like creativity and problem solving,” said Brenda. “There’s just too much importance placed on technology at school and home.”

Anyone that has ever met Brenda will know her passion for reading. “Reading has been an important aspect of my teaching focus,” said Brenda. “In order to succeed, children have to be able to read.” Though she will not miss grading papers, she knows she will miss a lot of little things about the students and being a teacher.

Brenda plans to move to Great Falls to be closer to family. “I want to spend more time with my sister and nieces,” said Brenda. “I also hope to travel and have more adventures.” And if there is time left after her adventures, she just might write a book about them.

What could I do to benefit my community?

Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 406-778-2222.

Calls are never recorded and rewards are offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of responsible parties.

FROM THE BENCH City Court • Davie Ann Barrere, Ekalaka, operating with expired registration, failure to re-register, bond forfeited $85, ticket issued 4/20/16.

Justice Court • Shane Brewer, Plevna, issuing a bad check, dismissed by Prosecution with prejudice, ticket issued 12/17/15.

• Shane Brewer, Plevna, issuing a bad check, dismissed by Prosecution with prejudice, ticket issued 12/15/15.

• Charles Mutombo Bashale, Sandpoint, ID, operating with expired registration, failure to re-register, bond forfeited $85, ticket issued 5/5/16.

• Daniel Frank Wilson, Nampa, ID, speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 80/70, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 5/5/16.

• Gese L. Davis, Aberdeen, SD, speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 89/70, bond forfeited $40, ticket issued 4/18/16.

• Shawntee A. Crenshaw, Billings, operate a vehicle which has not been properly registered, bond forfeited $85, ticket issued 3/31/16.

• Jackie Kay Dalzell, Ekalaka, speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 80/70, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 4/20/16.

• McKenzie Edward Buck, Ekalaka, speeding on non-interstate, exceed day limit of 70 MPH, 80/70, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 4/25/16.

• Riley M. Schultz, Baker, speed, exceed restricted speed limit established local authority, 40/25, deferred imposition of sentence, $65 ($30 to be paid through four hours of community service), Workers Compensation fee of $2.00, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and or surcharges as agreed/ordered, complete community service as agreed/ordered, complete by 6/15/16, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, defendant and/or attorney to Motion Court for withdrawal of guilty plea and dismissal of charge(s) upon completion of deferred imposition of sentence/judgment requirements and deadline, section 46-18-204 MCA, ticket issued 4/21/16.

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.

Let Your YIELDS Grow, Not Your WEEDS! Plan to Boost Production in your Crops and Pastureland.

• Weed, Disease, Insect and Foliar Nutrient Applications • Product and Crop Consulting • Dependable, On-Time Service • Pre- & Post-Application Field Checks • Aircraft pattern tested with GPS

Plu’s Flying Service, Inc. Darrin Pluhar, Operator • 406-775-6640 • Ekalaka & Baker, Montana

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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.

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

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18: 25: 01: 08: 15:

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June June July July July

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Cattle will be on feed & water and there will be a brand inspector on site.

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

F allon C ounty T imes B usiness D irectory

Townsend Accounting Tri-State Service Chiropractic Center Dr. Charles F. Whitney 111 4th St. NW PO Box 176 Bowman, ND 58623

701-523-3239 GUNS N THINGS LLC 305 N. Merrill Ave. Glendive, MT

406-377-3969 Ernie Huether e-mail: eh7mm@mcn.net

Accounting, Taxes, Payroll

Jerry Townsend, Todd Tan & Rachelle Tan ACCOUNTANTS 10 South Main • Box 880 • Baker, MT

If you are being emotionally or physically hurt, call 406-978-9262 for free and confidential help 24 hours a day.

TELEPHONE: (406) 778-3189

Thee Body Shop 406-778-2263

Auto Body Repair & Refinishing Windshield Repair & Replacement Reflex Spray-In Bedliners Mobile Soda Blasting

GUNS & RELOADING 24 Hour Towing • 406-853-6722 EQUIPMENT 111 Pleisner St. (1/4 mile east of Baker)

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FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2016

Meet the candidates running for County Commissioner If elected, what contribution would you bring to the Commission?

Dave Havens First, I will bring a servant’s heart to the Commission. I will bring the conscience of the citizens to the Commission. Traveling throughout Fallon County, I know citizens desire to see their commissioner more frequently. As commissioner, I will be available in the Commission office from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m.

From 1 p.m to 5 p.m. I will be visiting citizens throughout the county. The time needed to understand the issues and the concerns of the citizens dictates to me that this is a full-time position and I will treat it as such. In addition. I will bring my knowledge and experience as a past businessman contributing my thoughts to the understanding of the financial and economic issues confronting the Commission.

Meals program offered

By Angel Wyrwas In correlation of Older Americans Month, the Council on Aging would like to offer some information about the meal programs they offer. “As we age, eating isn’t always as easy as it should be,” said Council on Aging Coordinator Carla Brown.

“Seniors who have physical issues may have a hard time obtaining, preparing, eating or digesting food. Residents of Fallon County are fortunate to have two senior meal programs that can help.”

Congregate (community) meals are defined as meals that are served to many seniors at a remote location. In Fallon County these meals are served at the Fallon Medical Complex dining room. This offers the chance to socialize and sometimes participate in additional activities.

There is no “charge” to persons over 60 although they certainly appreciate the donations of those able to contribute toward the cost of a meal.

“In Fallon County, we pay $9.00 for each meal served and the ‘suggested donation’ for recipients is $5.00,” explained Brown. Meals are served Mon-

I understand the money being spent belongs to you, the taxpayers of Fallon County. I will be frugal, conscientious and accountable. Lastly, I will utilize my college education in political science and public administration along with my experience working for a U.S. Congressman in the 101st U.S. Congress to further advance all issues involving Fallon County at the State and Federal level. I am prepared to lobby in Helena for the needs of Fallon County. I have already made several key contacts throughout the State and at the Federal level.

Randy Hoenke My contribution is 30+ years of working for the people, dedicated to serving all the citizens of Fallon County on various boards and working side by side with the county commissioners in numerous roles. Being the Fire Chief for 24 years and a past

Reserve Sheriff’s Deputy, I’ve had the opportunity to get to know our county and the people who call it home.

It is my intent to protect and promote the needs of the citizens of this county with as much care as I did when physically protecting their property during my tenure. I am capable of making the right decisions for the right reasons, yet also being willing to compromise in order to achieve the common goal.

Exemplifying fiscal responsibility, I have overseen many budgets, including overseeing the budget of the new fire station which came in on time and under budget. As a local business owner, it is my intent to manage the county’s financial budget with the same due diligence and care. Through my experience on the planning and zoning boards, I have gained the inside knowledge of how the county works. I have been on these boards and remained proactive, not to further myself, but to help further the community. I have gained a strong business sense that will promote the development and progress of Fallon County. I grew up in this county and I am a familiar face to the people for them to put their trust in me to be your commissioner.

day through Saturday.

Another meal program is home delivered meals also known as meals on wheels. These meals are provided for those who have a hard time leaving their home due to injury, illness, or frailty.

Commodities is a food program provided through the Department of Agriculture available at the Baker Senior Center. The program works to improve the health of elderly people who are at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious USDA foods. Each month participants receive approxi-

mately 30 pounds of food such as canned meats, peanut butter or dried beans, dairy items, noodles, rice, cereals, canned fruit and vegetables, and fruit juices.

The first step to receiving meals is to contact the Council on Aging office to find out which services are right for you and which programs you may qualify for. Some program criteria is often just a minimum age while other programs require a short application. If you would like to learn more about these programs, please contact Carla Brown at 406-778-3595.

Elect Roy Rost Republican for

Fallon County Commissioner As a lifelong resident of Fallon County, I would consider it a privilege to serve as commissioner, working for the residents of the county using the skills I have acquired as a business owner, rancher and board member on various city and county boards. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you.

Thank you for your support!

I am a leader that can relate to people and engage them in a way they understand. I have a heart for serving others and I would appreciate the opportunity to serve as a Fallon County Commissioner. The people of Fallon County have been incredibly supportive of me and I would like to give back by working for them.

Roy Rost There are several essential qualities I will bring to the commission if elected. I will bring honesty; I strive to always be straightforward, even with issues that are sensitive or hard to address. I will bring integrity; I am reliable and consistent. I am a hard worker; I have used many means to support my family, utilizing persistence, creativity, and resourcefulness. I am a good listener and a problem solver; I consider multiple perspectives objectively before making a decision. I have developed management skills through years of business ownership. I have worked with many people from many walks of life as a rancher, business owner, through my children’s schooling and activities, serving on local boards, in my church and in the foster care system. I have experience in both rural and urban areas in Fallon County;

Kevin Dukart With almost 30 years of experience in public service, I would contribute greatly to the Fallon County Commission. Public servants must understand government finance, policy and administration, communicate effectively and be able to obtain resources necessary for effective decision-making. My previous work in local government has provided many opportunities to successfully implement these skills.

Throughout the course of my career I have adapted to

the many complexities of financial budgeting, analysis and reporting. I am attentive to details. I have also participated in many cooperative efforts amongst public officials with a common goal to better the lives of those we serve.

Communication is an important quality in a commissioner. Over the years I have engaged in countless interactions with government officials, employees, and the public. I regard listening as the first, and most important step to effective communication and a productive commission.

Through my experience in public service, I have cultivated many professional relationships with private citizens and public officials. I value the views of these resources in the process of making decisions and would utilize them in the best interest of the county as a commissioner.

Remember to VOTE in the Primary Election June 7, 2016

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Call 406-778-3344

NOTICE The Fallon County Tax Appeal Board will be in session from July 1, 2016 through December 31, 2016, for the business of hearing property valuation and classification appeals. Any taxpayer who disagrees with the appraised value or classification of his or her property may file an appeal with the Fallon County Tax Appeal Board within 30 days of receipt of a Notice of Classification and Appraisal, or Notice to Change Valuation (assessment notice) established by the Montana Department of Revenue. Notices will be mailed in 2016 to property owners who have had a change in value after January 1, 2015, a change in ownership, or a change in classification. Appeal forms are available from www.mtab.mt.gov. Appeals must be filed with the County Clerk and Recorder who will notify the County Tax Appeal Board to schedule a hearing.

You may deliver to the Clerk and Recorder’s office at 10 West Fallon Avenue in Baker, MT 59313 or mail to PO Box 846-Baker, MT 59313.

S/Brenda J. Wood Fallon County Clerk and Recorder

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Pd. for by Roy Rost, P.O. Box 123 Baker, MT 59313

Annual

Customer Appreciation Tire Sale Sa 6 1 tur 0 2 day, June 4,

All In Stock Fencing Supplies On Sale (Posts, Wire, Panels)

303 W. Montana Ave. • 406-778-2519

FALLON COUNTY TIMES

FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2016

CLASSIFIED fctimes@midrivers.com 406-778-3344

Notice Is Hereby Given that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to Samuel J.Thielen, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Lucas & Tonn, P.C., Attorneys at Law, P.O. Box 728, Miles City, Montana 59301, or filed with the Clerk of the aboveentitled Court.

Dated: May 6, 2016. s/Samuel J. Thielen Personal Representative

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REAL ESTATE ____________________________ REAL ESTATE: For real estate listings, call Indian Trail Ranch Realty, LLC at 406-778-2402. Jim Hurley, owner/broker, 406-7782402 or 406-778-3735; or Judy Brown, 406-891-0133.

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WANTED __________________________ 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.

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FOR RENT __________________________ FOR RENT: Struggling to pay your rent? We can help! Rental assistance available for qualifying individuals. Prairie Manor Apartments now renting. Call 360-927-8694 for more information. “Equal Housing Opportunity”.

19-24c __________________________ FOR RENT: Two bedroom house with two car attached garage. No pets, no smoking. $800/mo+$500 security deposit, and MDU. Water paid. 410 2nd St. West, Baker.

406-778-6794.

19tfc __________________________ FOR RENT: Two furnished apartments. No pets, no smoking. Utilities paid. $600/mo + $400 security deposit. 412 2nd St. West, Baker. 406-778-6794. 19tfc __________________________ FOR RENT: Three bedroom mobile home with a master bedroom and bath in Plevna. No pets or no smoking. $650.00/mo plus utilities. If interested, please call Janice at 406-978-3888.

49tfc __________________________ FOR RENT: Two furnished two bedroom apartments. Call 406778-2175.

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FOR SALE __________________________ FOR SALE: Five bedroom, two bath home w/attached garage on four lots at 307 4th Ave. SE in Marmarth, ND. Appraised at $58,000. Reduced to $40,000.

Call 701-279-5810 or 701-5234909.

20-21c __________________________ FOR SALE: Registered yearling Angus bulls, many suitable for heifers. DeGrand Angus, Baker, MT. Call 406-775-8861. 20-27c __________________________ FOR SALE: Southeast Electric Cooperative will be offering the following equipment for sale: 2011 Ford F150 Lariat 4x4 w/topper, 179,000 miles - mostly highway miles, nice clean truck, electric windows, locks, key; 2011 F350 Super duty CB truck, Astoria fiberglass box, electric windows/locks/key, automatic transmission, gas, manual 4x4,

111,000 miles, tires have 12,000 miles on them; 1997 GMC bucket truck, automatic, manual 4x4, 144,507 miles; 1997 Ford truck - Versalift digger, manual 4-speed, 2 WD, 97,776 miles. All vehicles will be sold in “as is” condition. No warranties and no guarantees. They can be viewed by contacting Southeast Electric and are all located at our pole yard. For more information, contact Jack or Jerry at 406-7758762. Sealed bids must be in our office no later than Friday, June 17, 2016, at 5:00 PM. Southeast Electric Cooperative, PO Box 369, Ekalaka, MT 59324. For pictures go to our website: seecoop.com, under Home and Business or check out our Facebook page: Southeast Electric Cooperative.

20-25c __________________________ FOR SALE: Five bedroom, two bath home w/attached garage on four lots at 307 4th Ave. SE in Marmarth, ND. Appraised at $58,000. Reduced to $40,000.

Call 701-279-5810 or 701-5234909.

18-19p __________________________ FOR SALE: Commercial building w/2 overhead doors. Includes office space and bathroom. 4 S. 1st St. W., Baker, MT. $169,900.

Call 406-690-5814 or 406-8511932.

18tfc __________________________ 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.

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CARDS OF THANKS __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: Thanks to all my family and friends who made my surprise 87th birthday celebration so special. I really enjoyed sharing the afternoon with all of you.

Alice Heiser 20c __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: We have a great Reynolds Market! Thanks Chris and the crew! Thanks, too, for the chicken dinner I won.

Sue Sieler 20p

LEGALS __________________________ Bryant S. Martin Lucas & Tonn, P.C. 513 Main Street P.O. Box 728 Miles City, Montana 59301 Telephone: (406) 232-4070 Attorneys for Applicant Montana Sixteenth Judicial District Court Fallon County In the Matter of the Estate of Lola L. Thielen, Deceased.

Probate No. DP 2016-11 NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Lucas & Tonn, P.C. Attorneys for Estate By: s/Bryant S. Martin 20-22c __________________________ ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS 1.1 Project Information A. Notice to Bidders: Qualified bidders may submit bids for project as described in this document. Submit bids according to the Instructions to Bidders.

1. Regulatory Requirements: Shall govern submittal, opening, and award of bids.

B. Project Identification: Concessions building, Fallon County JGA #15-1725 1. Project Location: Fallon County Fairgrounds - 3440 Highway 7, Baker, MT 59313.

C. Owner: Fallon County - 10 West Fallon, Baker, MT 59313.

D. Architect: JGA Architects - 3395 Gabel Rd., Suite 10, Billings, MT 59102, Ph: 406245-6363.

E. Project Description: Construction of a new concessions building consisting of approximately 3,300 square feet and a pavilion (covered eating area) of approximately 1,920 square feet.

1. Project cost range is anticipated to between $900,000 and $1,000,000.

F. Construction Contract: Bids will be received for the following work: 1. General Contract (all trades).

1.2 Bid Submittal and Opening A. Owner will receive sealed lump sum bids until the bid time and date at the location given below. Owner will consider bids prepared in compliance with the Instructions to Bidders issued by Owner, and delivered as follows: 1. Bid Date: June 15, 2016 2. Bid Time: 2:00 p.m., local time 3. Location: Fallon County Commissioners Office, 10 West Fallon, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313 B. Bids will be thereafter public opened and read aloud.

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1.3 Bid Security A. Bid security shall be submitted with each bid in the amount of 10 percent of the bid amount.

No bids may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after opening of bids. Owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informalities and irregularities.

1.4 Documents A. Printed Procurement and Contracting Documents: Obtain after May 13, 2016, by contacting JGA Architects - 3395 Gabel Rd., Suite 10, Billings, MT 59102; ph: 406-245-6363. Documents will be provided to prime bidders only; only complete sets of documents will be issued.

Deposit of $75.00 for each set.

Contract documents can be shipped to the bidder for an additional non-refundable fee of $25.00 for each set.

Any bidder or non-bidder, upon returning the Contract Documents promptly and in good condition, may be refunded their deposit.

B. Online Procurement and Contracting Documents: Obtain access after May 13, 2016, by contacting plan exchanges. Online access will be provided to all registered bidders and suppliers.

1.5 Time of Completion A. Successful bidder shall begin the work on receipt of the Notice to Proceed and shall complete the work within the contract time.

1.6 Bidders’ Qualifications A. Bidders must be properly licensed under the laws governing their respective trades and be able to obtain insurance and bonds required for the work.

1.7 Notification A. This Advertisement for Bids document is issued by JGA Architects, 3395 Gabel Rd., Suite 100, Billings, MT 59102. 19-21c

HELP WANTED FOR SALE FOR RENT WANTED THANKS REAL ESTATE

REAL ESTATE

New Listing: Go to: www.bakermtrealestate.com for more details 3 BR - 2 BA - 1881 sq ft one level - newer kitchen - 2 car garage/ shop - corner lot, 1 block from high school, 325 W. Pleasant Ave., Quick Sale Price $189,000.

Beautiful - 4 BR, 2 BA - 2200 sq. ft home with everyones dream 2,000 sq. ft. Shop/Man Cave. - See bakermtrealestate.com for details and photos.

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 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 $69,000.

ACREAGE FOR SALE 122 acres one mile north of Baker, Montana Highway frontage, City Water/Sewer.

NORTHWEST REAL ESTATE Bob Herbst Box 1511 • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-2995

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MNAXLP __________________________ INVITATION TO BID Fallon County is soliciting bids for gravel, crushed in a pile, to be used for material on County roads. Sealed bids in an envelope clearly marked “Crushed Road Material” on the front of the envelope will be received by the Fallon County Commissioners, 10 West Fallon Avenue, PO Box 846, Baker, M, until Monday, May 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM, MDT. Bids will be opened and read aloud at this time.

The County is requesting that interested parties submit bids for 30,000+ yards of gravel within 5 miles of Cap Rock Road. Gravel will be crushed in piles in accor-

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HELP WANTED Superior Care Villa Career Opportunity *Are you an experienced, responsible, and trustworthy caregiver?

(C.N.A. preferred, but not required) *Willing to work 12 hour shifts and every other weekend? *Wanting a competitive wage and benefits?

If you answered yes to all the questions, call 406-778-3201 and talk to Michelle Shumaker or stop by Superior Care Villa for an application.

MONTANA STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS ___________________________________________________ HIGH SCHOOLERS! Join Montana Conservation Corps this summer. Work, camp, and adventure outside. See new places.

Meet new friends. Earn volunteer service hours. Beginning in June and July. Crews leave from Bozeman, Helena, Kalispell, Missoula. No cost to participate, and earn up to $200! Call 1866-564-6622.

Visit mtcorps.org/join/expedition. ___________________________________________________ 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 ___________________________________________________ REVERSE MORTGAGES: Draw eligible cash out of your home & eliminate mortgage payments. Seniors 62+! FHA insured. Purchase, refinance & VA loans also. In home personal service. Free 28 page catalog. 1-888-660-3033. All Island Mortgage. www.allislandmortgage.com __________________________________________________ Recreational and remote properties. NW Montana. Tungstenholdings.com.

(406)293-3714 ___________________________________________________

3.52 ac $259/month Boulder, MT- 2.12 ac $391/month Absarokee, MT- 21.3 ac $203/month Red Lodge, MT- more properties online Justin Joyner, Steel Horse RE www.ownerfinancemt.com 406-539-1420 ___________________________________________________ ANTIQUE LOVERS: MOVING. Over 40 years of collecting.

25+ pieces of beautiful, unique furniture & lots of glassware.

Pictures available. Central MT in Lewistown. 406-366-1392. ___________________________________________________ Colorado Blue Spruce: 1yr old: $0.87/each for a full box of 180 ($156.56). Includes shipping & taxes.

Replacement guarantee. Smaller quantities available. 1-866-8733846 or treetime.ca/cs ___________________________________________________ SAWMILLS from only $4397.00- MAKE & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship!

FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com1-800-578-1363 Ext.300N __________________________________________________ Authentic Timber Framed Barns. Residential-CommercialStorefronts.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 ___________________________________________________ Look Spring Sale Modular homes starting at $79,000 Double

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wides $69,000, Single Wides $ 52,300. Call J&J Homes 406259-4663 ___________________________________________________ Director of Marketing, Museum of the Rockies Planning and execution of integrated marketing, branding and PR for one of Montana's top 10 tourist destinations. Apply at: www.montana. ___________________________________________________ FULL-TIME LEAD CUSTODIAN POSITION ENNIS SCHOOL DISTRICT The Ennis School is looking for an individual to work in our custodial department. The position will require the ability to help supervise and train custodial staff, the knowledge or willingness to learn to work various pieces of equipment. Hourly rate $12.75 per hour, D.O.E. Benefits and retirement are available. Deadline: Until Filled. For further information and a district application call Jon Wrzesinski at 682-4258. ___________________________________________________ Two Route Bus Drivers Ennis Schools School bus route drivers needed for the 2016-2017 school year. Must have, or be qualified to obtain, a commercial driver’s license. All bus drivers are subject to pre-employment drug testing and must be part of our random testing program as required by DOT. The routes will be 3 ½ - 4 hours per day with starting salary at $13.75. Partial benefits may be available. Job sharing also a possibility. For further information, call Superintendent, Jon Wrzesinski at 682-4258.

10 - FALLON COUNTY TIMES

Classifieds Continued from page 9 Screen MDT Spec 3/4” 100% No. 4 40-80% No. 8 25-60% No. 200 8-20% Frac 35% “Each bid must expressly provide that, if awarded the bid, the bidder will enter into a formal contract with Fallon County within (30) days of the award.

Each bid must further provide that if the bidder fails or refuses to enter into a formal contract, then the bidder will pay to Fallon County the difference between the amount of the bidder’s bid and any excess amount for which Fallon County contracts with another party to perform the work.

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 (10%) of the total amount of the bid. Insurance as required shall be provided by the successful bidder and a certificate(s) of that insurance shall be provided.”

No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled time for public opening of bids, which is Monday, May 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM, MDT. Fallon County reserves the right to reject any or all bids received, to waive informalities, to postpone the award of the contract for a period of time not to exceed thirty (30) days and to accept the lowest responsible bid which is in the best interest of Fallon County, applying the preference provisions of Section 181-102 M.C.A., where applicable.

If additional information is needed, you may contact the Road Supervisor at 406-7782019 or the Clerk and Recorder, whose address and phone number is PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313, 406-778-8182.

Dated this 2nd day of May, 2016. s/Steve Baldwin, Chairperson Fallon County Board of Commissioners 19-20c

MNAXLP ___________________________ Adam Olschlager Crowley Fleck PLLP 500 Transwestern Plaza II 490 North 31st Street P.O. Box 2529 Billings, MT 59103-2529 Telephone: (406) 252-3441 Attorneys for Petitioner Montana Sixteenth Judicial District Court, Fallon County Fidelity Exploration & Production Company, Petitioner No. DV-2001-24 NOTICE OF TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING Notice is Hereby Given that Scout Energy Group II, LP, as successor to Fidelity Exploration and Production Company, has filed a fourth petition to amend the trust created by order of the Court on October 2, 2001 in order to add to said trust Gordon Findlater, Beverly A. Lund, Daphne May Burns, Walton H. Young, Martha F. Dimit, Bessie E. Carroll, Edward William Cox, Theodore Swendseid and/or their unknown successors in interest, as unlocatable owners of an interest in the minerals underlying the following described lands located in Fallon County, Montana: Township 4 North, Range 61 East, M.P.M. Section 2: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4 Section 10: NESE Section 12: All Section 14: N/2SE, SWSE, SWNE Section 24: W/2NW, NE Township 4 North, Range 62 East, M.P.M. Section 6: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, S/2 Section 8: Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, W/2 Section 18: All Section 20: Lots 1, 2, W/2 Section 30: N/2 Township 5 North, Range 61 East, M.P.M.

FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2016 Section 4: Lots 3, 4, S/2NW, N/2SW Section 6: All Section 8: E/2, SENW, NESW Section 9: W/2 Section 20: W/2 Township 6 North, Range 61 East, M.P.M. Section 32: all Township 7 North, Range 60 East, M.P.M. Section 20: NWNW, SWNE, SWNW Section 28: NWNW, NWSW and for an order authorizing the trustee to hold funds payable to said unlocatable owners and, if necessary, execute oil and gas leases to Scout Energy Group II, LP. The hearing on said petition is set for Tuesday, the 7th day of June, 2016, at 9:45 a.m. in the courtroom of the courthouse in Baker, Fallon County, Montana, and any interested person may appear and contest the same or object to the relief requested by the Petitioner herein.

Dated this 26th day of April, 2016.

Crowley Fleck PLLP By: s/Adam Olschlager 18-20c __________________________ PUBLIC NOTICE Town of Plevna Zoning Commission Tuesday, May 17, 2016 7:00 P.M. in the Town of Plevna Office Located at 123 N. Main Street The Town of Plevna Zoning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, May 17, 2016, to review the Town of Plevna Zoning Regulations and make a recommendation to the Plevna Town Council. Any public comment surrounding the Town of Plevna zoning regulations are welcome.

Comment may be made at the public meeting or in writing to the Fallon County Planning Department, PO Box 1134, Baker, MT 59313, via email at: plannersec@midrivers.com; via phone call at 406-778-7111. All information pertaining to the zoning

Baker High School Class of 2010 donated a bench, tables and garbage cans at the entrance into the Baker Rec. Center and BHS football field.

SHOP LOCAL • EAT LOCAL • SPEND LOCAL • ENJOY LOCAL It takes you to start the trend.

Support the local businesses who support the area where you live, work and play.

regulations can be viewed either at the Town of Plevna Office or at the Fallon County Planning Department.

76-2-30. Municipal zoning authorized. For the purpose of promoting health, safety, morals, or the general welfare of the community, the city or town council or other legislative body of cities and incorporated towns is hereby empowered to regulate and restrict the height, number of stories, and size of buildings and other structures; the percentage of lot that may be occupied; the size of yards, courts and other open spaces; the density of population; and the location and use of buildings, structures, and land for trade, industry, residence, or other purposes.

76-2-304. Criteria and guidelines for zoning regulations. (1) Zoning regulations must be: (a) made in accordance with a growth policy; and (b) designed to: (i) secure safety from fire and other dangers; (ii) promote public health, public safety, and the general welfare; and (iii) facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and other public requirements.

76-2-307. Zoning Commission.

In order to avail itself of the powers conferred by this part, except 76-2-306, the city or town council or other legislative body shall appoint a commission, to be known as the zoning commission, to recommend the boundaries of the various original districts and appropriate regulations to be enforced therein. Such commission shall make a preliminary report and hold public hearings thereon before submitting a final report, and such city or town council or other legislative body shall not hold its public hearings or take action until it has received the final report of such commission.

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Waterland for House District #37

Hello, I am Luther Waterland and I am running for House District 37 which is comprised of Fallon, Prairie, McCone, Carter, Garfield and portions of Custer and Powder River Counties. I was born in Miles City in 1951 and attended grade school in Ekalaka. I graduated from Billings Senior High in 1969 and went on to earn a bachelor of science degree from the University of Montana.

I returned to the family ranch in 1975. I leased and finally purchased the same ranch my grandparents homesteaded in 1912. Today I work our land with my wife Marlene, my son

Lucas, and his wife Jennifer.

I have been active in conservation districts at the local, state and national levels serving as chairman of Carter County Conservation District for many years. After serving as president of the Montana Association of Conservation District One, I became chairman of the National Association of Conservation District Ag Lands Committee.

I am past president of the Carter County Sheep and Cattle Growers Association and a former Carter County Commissioner. The years I’ve spent on boards or as a member of the Lions Club, Chamber of Commerce, Land Planning, Carter County Museum, and other various committees have taught me we have to remain active in our local communities in order for them to survive.

I chose to run for House District 37 because I believe in maintaining a strong agricultural economy. Utilizing our natural resources in a responsible manner to increase or maintain jobs to keep young people in rural Montana is vital.

MNAXLP __________________________

WBI Energy Transmission Natural Gas Storage Easements?

DO NOT THROW IT AWAY. DO NOT IGNORE IT. A group has formed and are working on negotiating a revised contract with WBI. Please contact one of us and let us know that you received one.

Kevin Braun Dustin Krech Dave Havens

Cindy Atkins Mike Griffith Wanda Pinnow

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