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INTERIOR SECRETARY ZINKE ISN’T LOSING HIS MONTANA TOUCH, IS HE?

GRIZ LAGER VS. BONNER IS A BONNER BITCOIN MINER BIG SKY FILM SHINES NEW DECLINING A $416,000 GRANT? ARTS LIGHT ON THE SENSITIVES HAPPIEST HOUR LOGGER: THE INDY TASTE TEST NEWS WHY

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News

Voices The readers write................................................................................................4 Street Talk So sensitive..................................................................................................4 The Week in Review The news of the day, one day at a time ......................................6 Briefs Griz get buzzed, the end of Real Good Art Space, and radioactive Montana .............6 Etc. In which our evil plan comes to fruition................................................................7 News Why did Bonner bitcoin mine Project Spokane decline a $416,000 state grant?......8 Opinion Is Zinke losing his Montana cred?.................................................................10 Opinion How regulation became a dirty word at the Department of Interior...........11 Feature Slow grow: Get a whiff of Missoula’s homegrown flower scene ...................14

Arts & Entertainment

Arts Filmmaker Drew Xanthopoulos introduces The Sensitives .................................18 Music Letter B turns on the R&B with Catch Me.........................................................19 Art UM photographers explore the aftermath of Japan’s 3.11 earthquake............................20 Film Infidelity goes off the hook in Landline..............................................................21 Movie Shorts Independent takes on current films .....................................................22 BrokeAss Gourmet Grilled peaches and mixed greens: the taste of late summer ........23 Happiest Hour Griz Lager versus Bonner Logger: a taste test ...................................25 8 Days a Week At least none of them flooded ...............................................................26 Agenda ACLU on tour ..................................................................................................33 Mountain High Cycling Glacier ..................................................................................34

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News of the Weird ......................................................................................................12 Classifieds....................................................................................................................35 The Advice Goddess ...................................................................................................36 Free Will Astrology .....................................................................................................37 Crossword Puzzle .......................................................................................................41 This Modern World.....................................................................................................42

PUBLISHER Matt Gibson GENERAL MANAGER Andy Sutcliffe EDITOR Brad Tyer PRODUCTION DIRECTOR Joe Weston BOOKKEEPER Ruth Anderson ARTS EDITOR Erika Fredrickson CALENDAR EDITOR Charley Macorn STAFF REPORTERS Alex Sakariassen, Derek Brouwer COPY EDITOR Jule Banville EDITORIAL INTERNS Parker Seibold ART DIRECTOR Kou Moua GRAPHIC DESIGNER Charles Wybierala CIRCULATION ASSISTANT MANAGER Ryan Springer ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES Steven Kirst, Beau Wurster, Toni Leblanc, Declan Lawson ASSISTANT SALES MANAGER Tami Allen MARKETING & EVENTS COORDINATOR Ariel LaVenture CLASSIFIED SALES REPRESENTATIVE Declan Lawson FRONT DESK Lorie Rustvold CONTRIBUTORS Scott Renshaw, Nick Davis, Matthew Frank, Molly Laich, Dan Brooks, Rob Rusignola, Chris La Tray, Sarah Aswell, Migizi Pensoneau, April Youpee-Roll, MaryAnn Johanson

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STREET TALK

by Derek Brouwer

Asked Tuesday afternoon at Kiwanis Park This week we write about a film that follows people with extreme chemical and electrical sensitivities. Do you have any allergies or sensitivities that affect your life? Follow-up: Does anyone in your life have a sensitivity that affects you?

Alec Martin: Oh, jeez. I want to be interesting. Oh! I sneeze every time I eat chocolate. I’m not lying. Meow: Everyone who is allergic to cats can’t really come over to my house, because I have a cat.

Jordan Brorby: Yeah. My eyes are always bothering me, I’ve got an optical issue. As you can see, I’m allergic to grass. It looks like I’ve been scratched up a bunch. Sod roofs are a thing, I guess: I feel like for the most part I’m the one affecting everyone else. I can’t come over to your house, I can’t go into the grass.

Sam Freihofer: I’m allergic to bees and the sun. I’m super allergic to bees. I got stung in the pecker once and I couldn’t go to work. I couldn’t pee all day. Vegetarians, man: My mom is really freaked out by turkeys. They come and go in the yard and they terrorize her. She’s always worried about them. She’s a vegetarian.

Matthew Everett: I have super-sensitive skin. So, like, when I get out of the shower and I don’t 100 percent dry off, it gets super itchy. In my DNA: It came from my mom. She has the same thing, except she’s allergic to the sun, too. It’s really weird.

The way of the dodo We should be rebuilding and funding rail travel, like all other Western countries, rather than de-funding the system which remains (“Albert Maysle’s Empire Builder and the end of Amtrak in Montana?” Aug. 24). All transportation systems depend on public subsidies, above all highways and airports. All rural service will disappear if anti-government trends continue.

Jay Sinnott facebook.com/missoulaindependent

They knew As someone who lobbied extensively this last session, let’s be very clear about our legislature (“Mental health care providers struggle with cuts,” Aug. 24), especially the Republican majority that put us in this dreadful situation. They knew damn well what they were doing when they pushed this budget through.

Megan Bailey facebook.com/missoulaindependent

No glory It is absolutely important that we never forget our history, even the dark, ugly corners of it, like the era that saw an entire race of people enslaved and treated worse than animals, and their owners start a war against their nation under the guise of “states rights” simply so they could continue their way of life (“Everywhere a sign: Helena removes a reminder of slavery,” Aug. 24). But remembering our history doesn’t include glorifying those dark, ugly corners of it with memorials and statuary.

Sarah Reynolds Johnson facebook.com/missoulaindependent

Read up The Daughters of the Confederacy explain what [the Helena memorial] symbolizes on their website. I believe hearing/reading a point of view different from your own may enlighten you on what the fountain they erected means. If you have the guts to do it. Or the sycophants can continue blindly following the hysteria.

Chuck Haynes facebook.com/missoulaindependent

slaves and brought them to live here in Montana if they could have. If they had struck it rich. They were nothing like the folks who hired people to work the mines for pathetic wages who we seem to name streets after. The difference they seem to demonstrate is they did not have money or power. So we make monuments to reward people who seem to have money and power and say to hell with the rest. What a wonderful country, what a great history! I hope we all remember this crap, there could be a quiz.

Dan Hutchinson facebook.com/missoulaindependent

“When Montana-made politicos Steve Daines, Greg Gianforte and Ryan Zinke stood in front of the Lolo Peak fire pointing their finger of blame outwards at appeals and litigation of timber sales, they were just twisting a long campaign to their own purposes.”

No two ways Syd Wilson: I’m allergic to fish. Any fish.

If it gets on my skin I get super itchy, but if I eat it my throat will close. Shellfish, freshwater fish, any kind of fish. Surrounded by normies: No, I don’t think so. I can’t say that I do.

Oh, a bunch of women who want to memorialize their families and glorify them want us to listen to how they don’t mean it in “that way” as they name themselves “Daughters of the Confederacy.” *Eye roll* Naomi Odermann facebook.com/missoulaindependent

You got it All those prospecting ex-Confederate soldiers would have most assuredly bought

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Afeared of flakes Snowflakes is a pretty inaccurate description—it’s more like hailstones. I did notice in the news that a few inebriated conservatives tried to prevent the removal. One, a middle aged woman, was arrested. A lot of big talk from those who defend the ill-begotten monument to Jim Crow, but only about a dozen of them had the balls to show up and protest, and the majority were drunken

women! So keep calling the liberals names from your keyboards, at least you’re not out mowing down pedestrians with your cars.

Willow Bumpus facebook.com/missoulaindependent

Don’t resist I am all for free speech, but I found Andrea Grimes over-the-top offensive (“Resistance Kitchen: How scared are you right now pickles,” Aug. 17). Crude, not funny, and the recipe wasn’t even her own. Blech! I’d can her and leave the pickles alone!

Pattie Fialcowitz Dixon

Blame game Facts are out of style, I know. That is not new regarding forest fires.

Smokey Bear started saying “only you can prevent forest fires” more than 50 years ago, and it’s always been a lie.

Also, the enduring, widely marketed, taxpayer-funded Smokey ad campaign incites the misdirected finger-pointing blame game.

So, when Montana-made politicos Steve Daines, Greg Gianforte and Ryan Zinke stood in front of the Lolo Peak fire pointing their finger of blame outwards at appeals and litigation of timber sales, they were just twisting a long campaign to their own purposes.

The Lolo Peak fire was lightningcaused, and neither “you” or anyone else could have prevented that, but the lie still works.

The fact that there have been no appeals or litigation of timber sales in the burned area is irrelevant to their purposes. They did not leave the Beltway to help brave firefighters fight fires. The incendiary purpose of the cowardly lyin’ politicos is to fire up their voter base by fanning flames of hate. This shameless behavior serves to polarize, not unite or uplift Montana.

The fake news contagion is endemic with feckless politicos from the D.C. swamp, but is not limited to the national arena. It corrupts informed public debate locally as well. And it distracts from real issues, like the role of climate change on increasingly long fire seasons and fire intensity.

Even Daines, Zinke and Gianforte cannot prevent forest fires, but there is much real work they could be doing, like tackling the climate change challenge, which could help with forest fires, agriculture, fish and wildlife, as well as other economic and quality-oflife issues we all face.

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WEEK IN REVIEW Wednesday, August 23 The Montana Supreme Court unanimously upholds a ruling and $58,797 fine against former state legislator Art Wittich over campaign finance violations. Wittich remains defiant on Twitter.

Thursday, August 24 Lyft wins permission from the Montana Public Service Commision to operate in Montana, becoming the state’s second ride-share company, after Uber. The company does not announce a launch date.

Friday, August 25 A Washington judge rules that testimony submitted by Attorney General Tim Fox is irrelevant and submitted too late to be considered as evidence in a case that will shape Colstrip’s future. It will be included in the general court record, which Fox’s staff later tells the Billings Gazette is a “win for Montana.”

Radioactive regs

New rules for Bakken waste Over the past five years, Montana has become a dumping ground for more than 253,000 tons of radioactive waste. Most of that waste originated across the North Dakota border, a byproduct of the Bakken oil boom contained in drill cuttings and filter socks.

But its home is now some 25 miles northwest of Glendive, at the privately owned Oaks Disposal Facility.

Technically, the stuff is called TENORM—“technologically enhanced naturally occurring radioactive material.” While it’s fairly common in the waste streams of the oil and natural gas industry, there are currently no federal regulations specifically addressing TENORM management. The EPA has historically left rulemaking to the states. As of Aug. 18, the Montana Department of Environmental Quality finally released proposed rules for TENORM management at sites like Oaks.

Ed Thamke, bureau chief for waste and underground tank management at DEQ, recognizes that

TENORM can be a “difficult waste stream to imagine.”

People tend to get pretty excited when they hear about radioactive material, he says, but this particular kind of radioactivity is a natural feature nationwide— particularly in areas close to mountains. Issues kick in when it’s brought to the surface through oil and gas drilling or water processing.

“The biggest confusion is people think it’s nuclear waste, or it’s toxic. It’s none of those things,” Thamke says. “It’s non-nuclear waste. It’s not the type of thing that a nuclear regulatory commission would care about, frankly ... But DEQ takes it seriously.”

Thamke explains that TENORM can become a human health issue via two pathways: inhalation (think dust) or ingestion (drinking water). Though it’s not directly regulated by the EPA, management of TENORM is accomplished to a degree through state and federal solid waste regulations, which apply to disposal siting and groundwater monitoring. Oaks is the only licensed disposal facility in Montana currently dealing with TENORM, and two other facilities have been licensed by the state but

have yet to begin construction. Thamke says those license agreements cover TENORM management at each individual facility, but DEQ decided that statewide rules are warranted.

Seth Newton, a rancher near the Oaks facility and member of the nonprofit Northern Plains Resource Council, agrees. When Oaks first opened in June 2013, Newton says, the waste coming over the border from North Dakota was “really foreign stuff ” for locals. At first, he adds, trucks hauling the material weren’t even required to be tarped.

“Some really fair, easily interpreted, black and white rules would be a step in the right direction,” Newton says. “I feel like we’re just accepting this liability from North Dakota that they don’t want.”

With public comment open through Oct. 18, Newton hopes there’s still time to press DEQ to revisit a few key details. Specifically, he wants air and groundwater monitoring responsibility in the hands of third-party consultants, not facility operators.

“That’s just not good enough,” he contends.

Alex Sakariassen

Saturday, August 26 The River City Roots Festival turns downtown Missoula into a stage with shows by the Band of Heathens and Anders Osborne.

Sunday, August 27 Aerial firefighters working the Rice Ridge fire are grounded after they spot a drone flying in the area. It’s the third drone incident at area wildfires this summer.

Monday, August 28 The Missoula Police Department SWAT team swarms a downtown apartment building after a caller reports a hostage situation. There was no hostage situation.

Apparently it was a “swatting” prank.

Tuesday, August 29 The Russell Street bridge is closed for the first of a two-day repaving project. Traffic is expected to be miserable, but crews finish the project early and the bridge is reopened by evening rush hour.

This is not how we hoped to start such a critical semester at the University of Montana, but we are left with no other option.” —University Faculty Association President Paul Haber, in an Aug. 24 statement announcing that the union was filing a grievance over the university’s treatment of lecturers, who were all given notice in August that their employment may end after fall semester.

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[news] The art world

Real Good odds and ends A party at Jack Metcalf ’s Real Good Art Space is never ordinary, and the last hurrah for his studiogallery was no different. On Monday night, Aug. 28, after three years of running the space, Metcalf celebrated its permanent closure with an evening event he titled “A Dumpster Fire: A Lesson in Metaphorical Burning.” A dumpster filled with art from past exhibits served as the centerpiece in the front room of the Westside building. Once inside, people could enter a smaller room in the back where, under the glow of pink lighting, Metcalf handed out beers and mixed cocktails next to a life-size cardboard cutout of himself.

The main attraction was a $40 cocktail called “The Flaming Dumpster,” made with pineapple juice and tequila and topped with a layer of Bacardi 151, which, naturally, Metcalf lit on fire. The price of the drink included the vessel it came in: a limited edition mug-sized ceramic dumpster created by Metcalf and fired in fellow artist Lee Stuurmans’ kiln.

“So what I recommend doing is making a wish before blowing it out,” Metcalf told one attendee as he torched the top of her drink. “And then drink it.”

Metcalf has built a reputation for strange and playful one-off First Friday shows that often feature visual art paired with some kind of participatory performance. As a printmaker, he experiments with repetition, pop culture and consumerism, and his exhibits are always on the mischievous side, feeling more like experiences than like gallery shows. He’s also hosted the work of emerging experimental artists and curated unusual group exhibits, including a show where artists displayed their worst mistakes.

Metcalf worked three jobs to foot the bill for Real Good, and he’s ready to move on to a new phase, he says. He’ll be teaching art at UM and running the Gallery of Visual Arts on campus. And he’ll be working on new projects in a studio he built this summer, where he might, he says, host the occasional Jack Metcalf-style art experience.

“It’s bittersweet,” he says. “But I’m excited to focus on my own work now.”

An hour into the night, Real Good regular Bobby Lee Springfield, a country musician who wrote a few hits in the 1980s (including Marty Robbins’ “Some Memories Just Won’t Die”), took the stage and belted

out a tune about “a big fat doobie in Amsterdam.”

Later, as musicians Hermina Harold and Jenny Fawcett sang Patsy Cline’s “I Fall to Pieces,” a few people, at Metcalf ’s encouragement, began to pillage the dumpster full of art—large, cartoonish cutout prints made by Metcalf of beer cans, babies and flowers— until, over the course of the evening, it was all but gone.

“This is so sad,” someone said, sipping their dumpster drink.

“It wasn’t supposed to be sad!” Metcalf replied.

“But I guess it kind of is.”

Erika Fredrickson

Home brew

Griz get buzzed In 1993, Montana’s two flagship universities each produced commemorative wines to celebrate their centennial anniversaries, lending their names to an alcoholic beverage for the special occasion the way parents let teens sip champagne on New Year’s Eve. Much has changed in the 24 years since: There’s greater awareness of the harm caused by drunk driving, and of alcohol’s role in sexual violence. And much hasn’t changed: Montana still has one of the nation’s highest rates of alcohol-related death. The year those centennial wines were corked, Missoula had only one craft brewery.

Today, the industry is so ingrained in our self-image that UM chief marketing officer Mario Schulzke can describe the locally produced inebriants as “part of who we are” with full confidence that most newspaper readers will nod in approval.

Now approaching their 125th anniversaries, UM and MSU are again in a celebratory mood, and to commemorate the occasion, both have … well, take a guess.

On Aug. 22, Big Sky Brewing contracted with UM to release Griz Montana Lager, making UM one of a small but growing number of schools to license a craft beer. While UM has long licensed its trademarks for drinkware such as growlers and shot glasses, it, like most universities, has avoided the alcohol itself.

But Schulzke, who has been looking to expand

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UM’s already sizeable licensing program, reportedly worth $460,000 last year, figured the quasquicentennial was the perfect occasion to sneak a sip. He found an ideal partner in Big Sky cofounder Bjorn Nabozney, class of ’93, who drew up the brewery’s business plan as his final project for a UM business course. Schulzke agreed to earmark $5,000 in licensing royalties for latenight campus buses and alcohol-abuse prevention programming at Curry Health, and interim President Sheila Stearns signed on.

The concept hasn’t gone down as smoothly in Bobcat country. Licensing alcohol required that MSU change a formal campus policy, thrusting the idea into public view, according to the Bozeman Daily Chronicle. The chair of the county DUI task force and student government leaders opposed aspects of the change. It was approved last spring, but as tailgating season approaches, President Waded Cruzado remains undecided about a Bobcat brew, the paper reported in August.

Schulzke says UM administrators weighed and came to terms with the risks: What happens when a celebratory imbiber gets alcohol poisoning, or police bust an underage kegger with Griz Montana Lager on tap? “There’s a reputational risk attached to that and a health risk attached to that as well,” he says.

UM will receive 12 percent of wholesale revenue.

“My hope is that we end up putting some positive recognition to the university,” Nabozney says. “It’s been a little bit beleaguered the past couple of years.”

Derek Brouwer

ETC. Well we never…

Never thought we’d see the day, frankly.

Though maybe we should have.

By the time you read this, Matt Gibson will no longer be the publisher of the Missoula Independent, which he owned from 1997 until the paper’s sale to Lee Enterprises in April. A Wednesday morning press release, followed by a public announcement at a party at the Missoulian Wednesday evening, sealed the deal.

Effective immediately, Gibson takes on the title of general manager for Lee’s “Missoula area properties,” i.e., the Missoulian, the Ravalli Republic, and the Missoula Independent.

Lee VP Mike Gulledge continues in his role as publisher of the Missoulian and the Billings Gazette, and Independent general manager Andy Sutcliffe will continue in that role with expanded responsibility. There are no editorial department changes associated with the promotion. We have, however, noticed that Matt has started dressing sharper.

What does this mean for us? Well, it means that we have the strongest possible advocate for the Indy and its mission—an advocate who understands the paper’s history and promise better than anyone else could—embedded deep in the belly of the… umm… Lee family.

Or, in Gibson’s words, “The fundamental character of the Independent, which I’ve spent 20 years creating, is extraordinarily valuable. And it’s not going to be compromised.”

As for his new gig with the Missoulian, he says, “My goals are to build trust with the community and with a terrific group of employees and help guide the business to sustainable success.”

In that regard, of course, we wish him the very best of luck.

Because “sustainable success” is the real challenge in this perilous journalism moment, and it’s also, at root, the reason Gibson sold the Indy to Lee in the first place. The manifold difficulties facing the newspaper business need no recounting here. And yet: “Somebody’s got to do the work, and that’s all I’ve ever really wanted to do,” Gibson says.

“And Missoula is the only place I’ve ever wanted to do it.”

Now, more than ever, he has his chance.

Those of us who’ve worked with him for years are confident that he’s more than up to the task.

Those of you who’re about to get your first chance to work with him have a real opportunity in store.

We’re rooting for you, boss.

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The $416,000 pass Why a Bonner bitcoin company declined a state grant

by Derek Brouwer

A state grant aimed at helping a Bonner bitcoin mine become the largest in North America and add 65 jobs to the local economy has been declined after the company was apparently blindsided that its award of $416,000 would be publicized.

The opaquely named Project Spokane, located in the old Bonner sawmill, signaled its intent in August to decline a Big Sky Economic Development Trust Fund grant. The grant is administered through the county, and on Aug. 23, the Missoula Economic Partnership asked county commissioners to sign a letter declining the state’s offer.

Trust Fund grants aren’t distributed to companies until they prove they’ve created the jobs, and state and economic development officials say it’s not uncommon for partial awards to be withheld when firms don’t deliver. Declining such a large grant before a contract is even signed, however, is rare and, according to one Montana economic development official, might suggest a sudden change in the industry or the company’s circumstance.

The sudden change, apparently, was the public announcement of the publicly funded grant, which the company suggests threatens its viability.

“Why do you want to hurt our business?” a company representative identifying himself only as Dan asked the Indy, questioning the paper’s motive in reporting this story. “We need privacy for our business.

We’re in a hypercompetitive marketplace. … The last thing I need is for people to know where we are.”

That cat was out of the bag months ago, when MEP President James Grunke touted the company’s grant application to MEP investors at a March 1 luncheon covered by the Missoulian. Grunke says he made the announcement without Project Spokane’s permission and later apologized to the company. He says the company prefers the public have “zero knowledge” of its business and so decided not to accept public funding.

“They clearly don’t want me talking about it, and I don’t want to, either,” he says.

Trust Fund application materials state

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that grant filings are subject to public disclosure laws, and the governor’s office routinely publicizes the awards. Still, Kim Morisaki of the Flathead County Economic Development Authority says she reiterates that fact to companies she assists in Flathead County—before they apply.

“I don’t want to go all the way through the application process ... and find out at the end that they don’t want that,” she says.

Grunke says he’s met personally with only one Project Spokane representative (whom he did not name), and says it’s not MEP’s responsibility to vet grant applicants, only to support companies it determines are eligible. Department of Commerce

“The last thing I need is for people to know where we are.”

spokesperson Emilie Ritter Saunders says the department has never had direct communication with Project Spokane.

Project Spokane’s application was accompanied by form letters of support by Mayor John Engen, Bank of Montana, First Security Bank and Northwestern Energy.

Why do bitcoin mines require secrecy?

Dan, the Project Spokane representative, hung up at that question. Generally speaking, bitcoin mines are large server centers where computers verify cryptocurrency transactions. When a “miner” is successful, bitcoin is produced and delivered to its owner as a reward. A business known as “cloud mining” allows customers to buy shares in large datacenters.

Media tours of mines in China and other countries have withheld their precise locations, in some cases citing bitcoin’s

legal uncertainty in those places. The cloud mining company Bitcoin.com Pool claims to partner with the largest bitcoin mining operation in North America. A photo of the facility’s interior appears to match photos of the wooden tressels and walls at the old Stimson mill, but a company representative declined to say where the facility is located, citing “security concerns.”

David Yermack, a professor of finance at New York University and bitcoin expert, says mining companies have no special reason for secrecy beyond “standard security concerns.” Mine locations are usually dictated by access to cheap electricity (in Project Spokane’s case, power is supplied by the Séliš Ksanka Ql’ispé Dam, according to Northwestern Energy documents posted online). “Knowing the location of a bitcoin mine would not be particularly valuable information, except perhaps to potential competitors who might move to the area and try to exploit the same cheap sources of electricity,” Yermack says.

Project Spokane principals include bitcoin investors Matt Carson and Sean Walsh, according to public business records on file with the Montana Secretary of State. Walsh also runs Redwood City Ventures, a venture capital firm in California that specializes in promoting the “bitcoin ecosystem.”

Because bitcoin is highly commoditized, bitcoin farms essentially compete to mine it most efficiently. Swings in currency value, the industry’s lack of regulation and a design that causes mining rewards to shrink over time all add to the pressures mining companies face. Walsh and Carson have been involved in a handful of mining operations that are now defunct. Walsh is named as managing member of Aquifer, LLC in that company’s 2015 Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings, where it claimed liabilities up to $10 million.

The $416,000 awarded to Project Spokane will return to the Trust Fund for future grants, and the Department of Commerce says no other companies missed out on funding during the recent grant cycle because of Project Spokane’s award. dbrouwer@missoulanews.com

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The Zinke dance Home is where you (conspicuously) hang your hat

by Dan Brooks

One of the problems with sending representatives to Washington, D.C., is that they lose their Montana values.

They come out of state politics as rugged frontierspeople, brushing their teeth with thistles and wearing cowboy hats to church, but after a few months in our nation’s capital they start sipping lattes and reading books. Something about that town corrupts people.

Fortunately, Ryan Zinke is incorruptible. As Montana’s lone congressman, he had just won a second term when President Trump tapped him as secretary of the interior. Past secretaries of the interior, such as R. Kelly and Thomas “The Drank Engine” Ewing, let the position go to their heads. Yet Zinke’s head remains untouched. He continues to wear the hat, and his values remain exactly as they were when he was in Montana.

Take his position on public lands, for instance. As a congressman, Zinke staunchly opposed any plan to privatize public lands. He even resigned as a delegate to the 2016 Republican National Convention, objecting to the party’s support for transferring control of federal lands to the states. Zinke has described himself as a “Teddy Roosevelt conservationist.” Roosevelt was the president who signed the Antiquities Act of 1906, which gave his office the power to designate national monuments and won him vital public support after his controversial decision to make Ma Barker secretary of the interior.

As secretary, Zinke has upheld his commitment to making public lands available to all Americans—particularly those Americans who own mining and drilling corporations. Last week, he submitted a plan to President Trump that would significantly reduce the size of several national monuments, including Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. Home to numerous archaeological sites and areas of historical and religious significance to American Indians, Bears Ears was set aside as a national monument during the last weeks of the Obama presidency. The plan to reduce its size is historically unprecedented.

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It is also secret. As a real Montanan, Zinke knows that decent, hardworking people don’t want to be annoyed by a lot of “news” about what the government is “doing.” That’s why the secretary didn’t make his recommendations about national monuments available to the public. He also declined to answer questions from the Associated Press about the details of his plan. Secretary Zinke isn’t one of those attention-seeking Washington types. He believes in

“Secretary Zinke isn’t one of those attention-seeking Washington types.

He believes in doing public service the Montana way: in private.”

doing public service the Montana way: in private.

Of course, certain tree-hugging leftist types find fault with his behavior.

They argue, between mouthfuls of kombucha, that making national monuments smaller doesn’t protect public land. But even such filthy hippies as these can find something to like about Mr. Zinke since he went to Washington, because he also sued a church.

In June, the secretary reached a settlement with the Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral, which he had counter-sued after the church filed a

lawsuit claiming that Zinke and his wife, Lolita, skipped out on approximately $66,000 in rent. The Zinkes had rented a seven-bedroom house on Washington’s Embassy Row owned by the church in December 2015, but left in April 2016, saying poor conditions made the home uninhabitable. In their countersuit, they argued that bowed floors and a slippery front porch had caused each member of the Zinke household to fall “multiple” times, forcing them to put Lolita’s mother in a nursing home. That is sad, and the reader should consider the difficulties that elderly people face late in life. It’s a better use of your time than dwelling on the definitely notfunny image of former Navy SEAL Commander Zinke slipping on the front porch and suffering “emotional distress,” a legal term that usually means “ripped pants.”

The important thing is that he got out of his $69,000-a-year lease and legal battle against a church with his Montana values intact. Like Jesus in the wilderness when Satan took him up on a mountaintop and showed him a seven-bedroom colonial with undisclosed water damage, Zinke has been tempted and come through unscathed. He is as much a Montanan as he ever was, which is to say he lives somewhere else most of the time but keeps wearing a giant hat.

Who knows what our horse-riding, service-mentioning, monument-reducing secretary of the interior will do next? Perhaps he will sue Mount Rushmore and reduce the size of a synagogue. Maybe he will even go on Fox News and say the president is right about something. The important thing is that he will remain Montana’s favorite son in Washington, because Steve Daines is a level 3 humanoid and Greg Gianforte attacked a reporter.

There’s always Jon Tester, of course, but he’s a Democrat, and there are some things this state won’t forgive.

Dan Brooks writes about politics, culture and culturally significant hats at combatblog.net.

[opinion]

Protections undone Zinke and Trump go to war against regulation

by Amanda C. Leiter

A subcommittee of the House Committee on Natural Resources recently held a hearing with the curious title “Examining impacts of federal natural resources laws gone astray.”

The title reflects the reality that “regulation” is now a dirty word in the nation’s capital. Indeed, White House budget director Mick Mulvaney recently spoke of “that slow cancer that can come from regulatory burdens that we put on our people.”

I couldn’t disagree more. Laws and regulations can always be reformed and improved, but the real threat to America’s natural resources, and to the health of our democracy, is the Trump administration’s nontransparent, one-sided assault on common-sense regulation. The administration’s efforts are ostensibly aimed at giving industry—particularly the energy industry—a voice in rulemaking, and at eliminating rules with excessive costs.

But the administration exerts little effort to solicit the views of communities that benefit from regulations—those who rely on the government to protect America’s air, water, lands, wildlife and sacred places from the threats of population growth, climate change and uncontrolled, first-come-first-served development.

Moreover, the implication that industry was shut out of rulemaking efforts during prior administrations is simply false.

The United States has one of the most balanced, transparent and science-based resource management regimes in the world.

The Obama administration’s adherence to that regime meant that everyone had a seat at the table during development of resource management rules.

Complicated rulemakings took the administration years to complete because agencies had to notify stakeholders that their interests could be affected, hold public meetings, and consult with affected tribes as well as industry players, trade associations and non-governmental organizations. Public comments had to be solicited, read and reviewed. To give one example, in developing a 2016 rule that limits wasteful and polluting emissions of natural gas from oil and gas operations on

public lands, we received, read and responded to more than 330,000 public comments.

Moreover, once a rule becomes final, the outreach process must be repeated, and regulated industries must be given a reasonable amount of time to come into compliance before the rule becomes effective.

This is a painstaking process. But this participatory regime serves a vital pur-

“In March and April of this year, Interior Sec. Ryan Zinke held more than a half-dozen meetings with executives from oil and gas firms and trade associations to discuss reversal of Obama-era policies.” pose: It ensures that agencies are aware of the many competing demands on public resources in a country as large, diverse and resource-rich as the U.S. Now, the Trump administration seems intent on elevating development interests above all other resource uses.

For example, a recent Washington Post review showed that in March and April of this year, Interior Sec. Ryan Zinke held more than a half-dozen meetings with executives from oil and gas firms and

trade associations to discuss reversal of Obama-era policies. And a New York Times and ProPublica examination of more than 1,300 pages of handwritten sign-in sheets from Interior Department headquarters found that, from February through May, at least 58 representatives of the oil and gas industry signed their names on the agency’s visitor logs.

Back in early May, Zinke suspended upcoming meetings of the Bureau of Land Management’s 30 Resource Advisory Councils. For more than two decades, those councils have given diverse local interests, including recreationists, an opportunity to give feedback on BLM proposals and policy changes.

Zinke’s halfhearted “outreach” efforts are similarly one-sided. According to the Salt Lake Tribune, for instance, during the secretary’s May trip to Utah to “review” the designation of Bears Ears National Monument, he “traveled extensively with anti-monument heavyweights” yet held only two “meetings with pro-monument activists.” He also failed to hold a single public meeting.

Similarly, a recent Interior Department call for comments on reforming agency regulations asked only for suggestions of regulations to be thrown out or revised. The call provided regulatory opponents with a checklist of rationales for deregulation, yet offered no similar guidelines to backers of regulations.

In short, our natural resources laws have not gone astray; what has gone astray is our commitment to protecting our natural resources and our public lands from uncontrolled energy development. This administration’s disdain for open and participatory rulemaking is unlawful and undermines our democracy.

Amanda C. Leiter is a contributor to Writers on the Range, the opinion service of High Country News (hcn.org). She is a professor at American University’s College of Law and served as deputy assistant secretary, Land and Minerals Management, U.S. Department of the Interior, from 2015 to 2017.

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GREAT EXPECTATIONS – On Aug. 7, 16-year-old Jack Bergeson of Wichita, Kansas, filed papers in Topeka to run for governor as a Democrat in the 2018 race. Bergeson, who won’t be able to vote in that election, said: “I thought, you know, let’s give the people of Kansas a chance. Let’s try something new.” The candidate says he would “radically change” health care and would support legalizing medical marijuana, but he’s conservative on gun rights. Bryan Caskey, director of elections at the Kansas Secretary of State’s office, said there is no law governing the qualifications for governor. Bergeson’s running mate, 17-year-old Alexander Cline, will be 18 by the election and will get to vote.

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The Scardillo Cheese factory in Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, has a squirrel to blame for a fire that resulted in more than 20,000 gallons of milk being spoiled on Aug. 8. The squirrel chewed through a main power line on the outside of the building, which sparked the fire, and power could not be restored for 12 hours. Already-made cheese was kept cool with generators, but milk being readied to make cheese warmed and went bad.

LEAST COMPETENT CRIMINALS – Criminal justice student Jordan Dinsmore, 20, of Columbia, South Carolina, had her car’s manual transmission to thank for her safe escape on July 26. Three men approached her around 1 a.m. and pointed a gun at her. After robbing her of her phone and purse, the men forced her into her car, threatening to kidnap and rape her, but when they realized none of them knew how to drive her stick-shift car, one of the criminals ran away. The other two forced Dinsmore to drive to an ATM to withdraw cash. As she drove, Dinsmore removed her seatbelt, then put the car in neutral and jumped out, screaming, “Call 911! Call 911!” to passing motorists. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department arrested a 15-year-old and a 17-year-old in the kidnapping and robbery.

Surveillance video from a July 27 break-in at the home of John C. Burbage, 59, of Naples, Florida, showed a surprisingly familiar picture of the perpetrators: Harold Russell Lanham, 22, and his dad, James Edward Lanham, 41, both of whom Burbage employed and both of whom were wearing their work uniforms. The Lanham duo stole a safe containing more than $30,000 worth of cash and property from their boss’s home.

THE WEIRDO-AMERICAN COMMUNITY – Residents of Hollis, Maine, were unnerved on the evening of July 25 as Corey Berry, 31, wearing a clown mask, walked around town with a machete duct-taped to the place where his arm had been amputated. When Berry, intoxicated, was taken into custody in nearby Waterboro, he explained to officers that he was copying other clown sightings as a prank on a friend. Karmen LePage of Hollis warned: “He’s not funny. We live in the woods; you think we don’t have guns? He’s ... lucky.”

PARANORMAL ACTIVITY – The South Carolina Emergency Management Division issued an alert on Aug. 9 in advance of the total solar eclipse on Aug. 21 asking South Carolinians to be “vigilant” and look out for Lizardmen during the celestial event. “SCEMD does not know if Lizardmen become more active during a solar eclipse,” the note reads. “But we advise that residents of Lee and Sumter counties should remain vigilant.” The folkloric reptilian beast is thought to live in swampland around Lee County and frequent sewers in nearby towns. While some people thought the warning might be a joke, SCEMD said it “will neither confirm nor deny” the existence of Lizardmen.

THE CONTINUING CRISIS – There are 70 registered voters in McIntire, Iowa, but not one of them showed up to vote in a two-question special election on Aug. 1. Mitchell County deputy auditor Barbara Baldwin told reporters that even poll workers didn’t vote because none of them live in McIntire, which is about 130 miles northeast of Des Moines.

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arly on a Tuesday morning in mid-August, in one of the worst fire seasons in years, the forests surrounding Missoula continue to burn, leaving a campfire smell on the wind and producing billows of smoke that dull the skies to apocalyptic gray. But at a small residential garage in Missoula, the Westside Flower Market is in full swing, providing a fragrant refuge from the bad air and a sense that there’s still color and life on earth.

Lush raspberry canes flank the entrance where florists enter each week to peruse flowers, ornamental grasses and foliage. Buckets of Ruby Silk and Green Tails Amaranthus mimic the cascade of weeping willows. There’s a congregation of bright cosmos and dahlias—multiple varieties in shades of pink, yellow and or-

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ange. There’s Mountain Ash, its orange berries still ripening on the boughs, and, on a nearby table, a bundle of feathery white scabiosa.

“That’s my mom’s favorite, because it reminds her of a Harry Potter spell,” says Carly Jenkins, grinning and flinging her arm into the air like a magician.

“Scabiosa!”

Jenkins owns Killing Frost Farms.

She’s also the mastermind behind the market, which she started last summer, and co-manages with flower grower Kathy Sherba of Missoula’s Mighty Fine Farm. The Westside Flower Market is a place where flower growers from Missoula and the Bitterroot and Flathead valleys can drop off freshly cut flowers for florists to pick up. Sherba and Jenkins keep track of the sales—they take 20 percent for their services—and work as bro-

kers to make sure florists are getting what they need. In the past, if Missoula florists wanted to source flowers from local growers, they had to work out the logistics directly with individual farms.

The Westside Flower Market is a sign that things are changing for Montanans in the flower business. In fact, the flower industry is changing nationwide. Currently, 80 percent of flowers bought in the United States are sourced from foreign markets. Colombia produces about 78 percent of those, Ecuador contributes 15 percent, and the rest come from China, Europe and Africa. Over the past five years, many American flower growers and sellers have conspired to change those numbers in an effort known as the “slow flower” movement, the principles of which mimic the already thriving local food movement that’s been growing in

popularity for more than a decade.

Debra Prinzing, a Seattle journalist, master gardener and host of the Slow Flowers podcast, writes about the movement’s three-pronged philosophy: First, as a flower arranger, she works primarily with flowers that are in season.

“So, come December and January,” she writes, “my commitment to sourcing locally-grown floral materials sends me to the conifer boughs, colored twigs and berry-producing evergreens—and the occasional greenhouse-grown rose, lily or tulip, just to satisfy my hunger for a bloom.”

Second, it’s artisanal by nature, the kind of know-your-farmer ideal that excludes mass-market operations and bigindustry brokers.

Finally, the slow flower movement is about taking the time to enjoy beauty in

a manner conjured by the phrase “stop and smell the roses.” It’s about approaching flowers with care and deliberateness.

“When I say the phrase ‘slow flowers,’” Prinzing writes, “there are those who immediately understand it to mean: I have made a conscious choice.”

The Westside Flower Market is becoming a space where local florists and flower growers can make conscious choices and, at the same time, build relationships and share knowledge. Consumers too, can play a role in the slow flower movement.

on many South American products. It also encouraged farmers in Colombia and Ecuador to grow flowers instead of coca, which was ending up as cocaine.

The cheap, duty-free flowers they began to grow devastated the U.S. flower industry. California, which once boasted 500 flower farms, has been reduced to just 200.

And it’s not just U.S. growers that have suffered. Many flower-exporting countries have no pesticide regulations, no unions, no rules about child labor.

Seemingly every year, as Valentine’s Day

grown sustainably on organic farms with fair labor practices. She ordered the roses through her flower broker and they arrived looking beautiful. As with organic food, organic flowers are more expensive. A few enthusiastic customers bought them, but many of Irwin’s eco-roses ended up in the garbage.

“It was heartbreaking,” Irwin says.

“Because we had been really excited to bring them in.”

Bitterroot is the second-biggest flower shop in Montana. There aren’t

Carly Jenkins of Killing Frost Farm, left, and Kathy Sherba of Mighty Fine Farm, started the Westside Flower Market last summer.

“Maybe Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean a dozen pink roses,” Jenkins says.

“Maybe it can mean something different.”

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t might be unromantic to call a flower a commodity or a manufactured product, but flowers are both,” writes journalist Amy Stewart in her new book, Flower Confidential. “They are ephemeral, emotional and impractical, but we Americans buy about four billion of them a year. We buy more flowers than we do Big Macs. Flowers are big business. It just happens to be a gorgeous, bewitching, bewildering business.”

Flowers that are shipped to the U.S. from overseas are cut long before they blossom. They end up blooming inside metal containers around the time they land at the airport, usually in Miami.

And most flowers are shipped to the U.S. from overseas, in large part because of a U.S. government policy. In 1991, two decades after then-President Richard Nixon declared “war on drugs,” the U.S. entered into the Andean Trade Preference Agreement, which eliminated tariffs

and Mother’s Day approach, muckraking magazines run horror stories about imported flowers, exposing the long hours worked by rose-picking children and the pesticide-induced miscarriages suffered by women who make Mother’s Day bouquets possible.

That’s not to say all foreign flower farms have poor labor or pesticide practices. As with coffee, South America features plenty of fair-trade flower farms.

But the feature that makes the global floral system work for florists is the same thing that makes it nearly impossible for florists to know where their flowers come from. Mainstream florists mostly order from brokers, which work with multiple farms to fulfill orders. It’s often not cost-effective for florists to coordinate with individual farms. And so many florists are looking for ways to combine the efficiency of the global market with reliable access to farms that enforce best practices. Sometimes it can take a while to make that happen.

In 2009, a year after Lindsay Irwin bought Bitterroot Flower Shop, she decided to try selling “eco-roses”—roses

specific flowers, but they do offer items the florists can use.

“It’s giving up control on my part,” Irwin says. “But at the same time, it’s kind of what flowers are about. Choose your most beautiful things and ship them to us. As an industry we’ve become a little more trusting.”

Irwin says the slow flower movement represents positive change that she hopes to see continue.

“If more shops like ours around the country were vocal, we would have the power to make the change,” she says. “Mis-

Kristen Tack, who runs a small-scale flower farm in Florence, Agile Goat Creations, is one of several growers who participate in the Westside Flower Market.

currently enough local flowers available to provide the quantity and variety Irwin needs to stock the shop, but she recently established a “local flower” section in the shop’s cooler, and she attends the Westside Flower Market each week to purchase what she can.

“I think some customers are clearly excited to see emphasis put on the local,” she says. “Then there’s some customers that don’t really care, but I think if they knew more of the story they would care.”

Irwin also buys directly from American farms she knows to enforce good practices. One of those farms has a philosophy similar to Jenkins’—they don’t guarantee the availability of

soula is such a supportive community when it comes to local flowers, but that’s not true everywhere. We need this to be on a global level. If there were enough voices, somebody out there could hear it.”

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enkins and her husband, Jamie Rogers, have bronzed skin, loamy hands and a certain bright-eyed energy that marks early risers. It’s sometimes hard to imagine that they used to live vastly different lives. Jenkins opened the Boom Swagger hair salon in 2009 and left a few years later to work in restaurants and as a hairstylist at Canvas Studios. Rogers, a well-known drummer, worked as a fly-fishing guide and a reporter for the Indy.

Killing Frost Farm originated at their house on the Westside—which they bought as a foreclosure—and it’s where the wholesale market still takes place.

“The yard was just a dust bowl,” Jenkins says. “Weeds everywhere. Jamie’s super against watering the lawn or having a lawn, period. So we decided to have gardens, which we were both interested in.”

“Maybe Valentine’s Day doesn’t mean a dozen pink roses.

Maybe it can mean something different.” laughs. “It was like, OK, we will wash 7,000 trays today and then in two days we’ll do it again. And you’re inside the whole time.”

Meanwhile, outside in the fresh air, Jenkins had been experimenting with edible flowers. She was also listening to Debra Prinzing’s Slow Flowers podcast.

“Through Debra, I found a lot of cool growers, especially in the north-

and wreath-making class at Missoula’s Habitat Floral Studio and Events.

She began posting her designs to Instagram, which helped raise her profile in the flower community. Instagram is where Sherba, her Westside Flower Market partner, discovered her. In spring 2016, Sherba and her family were moving onto a big piece of property in Missoula’s Target Range neighborhood, and

ket. And local businesses including Montgomery Distillery and the Hob Nob buy up many of the remaining flowers for use as table decorations.

Last fall, Jenkins and Rogers bought a farm in Potomac. Rogers cultivates tomatoes and greens for a handful of Missoula restaurants. They now rent out both of their Westside houses and share the garden space with the tenants. The Killing Frost

The Westside Flower Market is set up in Jenkins’ garage, where growers drop off fresh-cut flowers for florists to pick up.

When the property next door came up for sale, they scraped together money to buy that, too, renting out the house and expanding their garden. They also started farming small plots in friends’ backyards around town.

In the basement of the rental they began growing microgreens, and that’s how Killing Frost began. They sold arugula, mustard and beetroot shoots to restaurants for salad. They could grow the greens in their basement hothouse even in the cooler months, and the product added to the cachet of restaurants looking to source local produce. It was great, Jenkins says, until it wasn’t.

“After doing it for two years, we looked at the numbers,” she says. “And it didn’t make sense as a business.” She

west,” Jenkins says. “And I felt like, man, this is really a movement. I’ve always loved flowers, and aesthetics interests me, having done hair, and so we just started doing more cut flowers.”

Her first year focusing on flowers, 2014, Jenkins calls “a hilarious joke.” She didn’t know anything about how the flower business worked, but she took some of her flowers to a florist anyway, to see if they were interested.

“It was the equivalent of a kindergartner bringing home a macaroni necklace,” she says. “But I didn’t know any better.”

She had a lot of flowers and no place to sell them, so she spent her time experimenting with arrangements. She worked with fresh-cut flowers all summer, and in the fall she tried her hand at a crown-

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though she enjoyed gardening, she didn’t envision herself growing vegetables for market. After talking with Jenkins, she decided to try growing flowers.

“Carly really encouraged me to start that year,” Sherba says. “We piped water over and I was building the field before the fence was even up. It was a perfect opportunity for us to collaborate on the market, and she made it happen for me.”

Jenkins estimates that about 60 percent of her cut flowers end up with local florists through the wholesale market.

The rest go to private events—mostly weddings—though she also makes a few weekly bouquets that are sold at Le Petit Outre. Jenkins and Sherba also buy from or trade with fellow flower growers after the florists have had their pick at the mar-

Bitteroot Flower Shop, the second-largest florist in Montana, recently created a “local flowers” section in its cooler with the encouragement of Jenkins and Sherba.

Farm Instagram account pops with salmon ranunculus, bright red posies, fresh crowns adorning children (and a dog) and wreaths. ( Jenkins’ “Game of Thrones” wreath collection, featuring lichen and pine designs and names like the Hound, Milk of the Poppy and the White Walker, was a hit last November.) In May, a year after Jenkins kicked off the wholesale market, Prinzing had her as a guest on the Slow Flower podcast. Jenkins is still new to the business, but she’s already building a reputation as a leading proponent of Missoula’s slow flower movement.

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bugs, so there’s never any guarantee what flowers might survive. That can create sticky situations when it comes to weddings. It’s commonplace for wedding planners to be specific about flowers, which is why it can be safer to buy from a florist who can order flowers from anywhere in the world.

Jen Horsley, who owns Habitat Floral Studio and Events, started her business and began creating flower designs for weddings in 2004. She was an early mentor to Jenkins, helping explain the ins and outs of the flower industry and pointing out the gaps in the local flower landscape.

“There were some pieces missing between the farm world and the retail world,” Horsley says. “I don’t think farmers necessarily have known what was

he life of a flower grower can be chaotic. Flower crops, like any farm product, can be destroyed by hail or

going on in the wedding world, like what color might be popular that year. So even when they had good flowers at the farmers market, the color palette wasn’t what we were looking for.”

Small flower farms can also have a tough time figuring out how and when to transport their flowers. And they don’t always have on hand the quantity of any particular type of flower a major buyer might need. The good news is that more consumers are making the effort to seek local flowers. Horsley says even her high-end clients, who can afford to buy extravagant flowers out of season, are increasingly tending toward local arrangements.

“A lot of people are thinking more about carbon footprint and questioning things like whether flying flowers in from

New Zealand for their wedding makes sense,” Horsley says.

But while the slow-and-local concept may be new to consumers, local flowers are hardly new to western Montana. Missoula area farmers have been trading and selling flowers for decades, often as an aside to their vegetable crops. In the early years of the Missoula Farmers Market, many members of the local Hmong community grew flowers and worked with local florists.

(Some still do, and while several were happy to hear about this story, they declined to comment on it.) There are also entrepreneurs like “Lavender Lori” Campbell, whose business is growing and selling lavender.

There are bulb societies and an Iris Society— little pockets of flower connoisseurs who have established themselves at the farmers market or with certain florists.

“A lot of people are thinking more about carbon footprint and questioning things like whether flying flowers in from New Zealand for their wedding makes sense.” flowers that have to be local, like zinnias, which are too fragile to be shipped.

Other Flower Bed flowers are locally grown, but not historically common.

“People have started to figure out what can grow here,” Podolske says.

“The lisianthus is not a flower that typically grows here, it’s more of a hot climate [flower], but Blue Willow Farms has figured it out. I’ve never seen them

a year for Marcia to move there, but once she did, they spent the next four years together intending to move back to Missoula after George retired. In the meantime, they experimented with a Lipstick Lily.

“I bought this stupid bulb for $5 and put it in the ground,” George says. “And three years later, that thing had a cover on it larger than a trash can just loaded

George and Marcia Hart started growing lilies more than 10 years ago and have continued to be a major part of Missoula’s slow flower movement since.

Dawn Podolske, who owns Missoula’s Flower Bed, has worked with Hmong flower growers since starting her business in 1992. Her goal from the beginning was to support local and regional growers as much as possible.

On a recent Friday afternoon, she prepared a bouquet for Bayern Brewing’s 30th anniversary. With the exception of some roses, everything in the arrangement was locally grown, including the hops and asparagus. A metal Bayern growler fastened on a stick served as a decoration.

“I think it’s become really popular because of the local food movement,” she says. “People want to know where everything is coming from.”

Podolske’s shop is on the Southwest side of town. Her cooler is full of local

this beautiful before, and they last for a long time.”

For Podolske, local isn’t new, but she is seeing the effects of the Westside Wholesale Market on the flower community.

“I think Carly and Kathy are doing a really good job,” she says. “It would be nice if it was a couple times a week, but they’re good at accommodating us. It does make it easier.”

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eorge and Marcia Hart grew up together in Missoula, graduated from high school, and then went their separate ways. In 1999, they met up again at their 30th class reunion and hit it off. A year later, they were married. George was living in Bloomington, Indiana, and it took

The Harts decided to diversify, planting peonies, hydrangeas and tulips.

“If you’re going to try and sell flowers, you have to have quantity and variety,” George says. “So that’s what we’ve done.”

Harts Garden is located on an acre of land off North Avenue in the Lewis and Clark neighborhood. The Harts grow lilies, tulips, irises, peonies, delphinium,

Marcia says. “Even if they don’t buy them, walking by in the market, they will do a glancing smile. The money aspect is great, but it’s the happy factor that’s fulfilling.”

Missoula’s flower season goes dark between November and February, partly because of the cold but, just as important, because the light is inadequate. The Harts have been able to extend their growing season with a 30-by-76-foot greenhouse and a 16-by-45-foot high tunnel they built with loans from the USDA’s Farm Service Agency and the National Resource Conservation Service, respectively. That means they’ll have some spring flowers, like ranunculus, in time for Valentine’s Day. George says they eventually plan to use solar energy and automation to expand the season even further. Also key is their

Lindsay Irwin, owner of Bitterrroot Flower Shop, says the slow flower movement represents change for the industry.

with pink and white lilies. And I thought, ‘The people of Missoula don’t know about that.’”

They moved back to Missoula in 2005 and sold their first flowers in 2006.

In 2007, they joined the Clark Fork Market and the following summer they brought 20,000 lily bulbs to sell.

“We didn’t sell very many,” George says. But the effort did establish them as the farmers who grow lilies in Missoula.

“The next couple of years we planted a serious numbers of lilies out here in the garden,” George says. “At one time we probably had 15,000 blossoms.

This whole thing has been a very steep learning curve. It might speak to our stubbornness. We stuck with it and we learned that you can’t sell 15,000 lilies.”

dahlias, sunflowers, chrysanthemums, liatris, rudbeckia and zinnias, among other flowers and several kinds of decorative grasses.

They cut flowers for the Westside Wholesale Market and again on Friday to take to Clark Fork Market, and sometimes they head north on Sundays with flowers for the Seeley Lake Farmers Market.

Because the Harts are retired, they don’t have to make a living growing flowers. Their payoff is spending time together in the garden and, on the weekend, absorbing the friendly atmosphere in the market by the river.

“I think one of the nicest things about the market, or just flowers in general, is that they do make people smile,”

walk-in cooler, which is an important piece of equipment for anyone growing as many flowers as the Harts. It prolongs the life of a flower by about four days, which gives them time to find it a home.

“We got into it as a hobby that’s now on steroids,” George says. “We’ve got probably half of [Harts Garden] in active flower production, and it’s going in the direction we like. It causes us to wake up each day and know that we’re going to do some work and the pay is a little uncertain. But we are happy to be doing what we want to do in our hometown.

No one’s going to get rich doing what we do, I’ll tell you that, but it’s not a bad way to spend your day.” efredrickson@missoulanews.com

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Fringe dwellers Filmmaker Drew Xanthopoulos talks about the human drama behind The Sensitives

by Erika Fredrickson

I

n The Sensitives, filmmaker Drew Xanthopoulos tells a fascinating cinema verite story about people with such severe chemical and electrical sensitivities that they are forced to live apart from society. There’s Joe, who spends his time in an insulated, sanitized room that looks like the inside of a spaceship, and his wife, Lanie, who has become his fulltime caregiver. There’s Susie, a woman living in Snowflake, Arizona, who’s become an advocate and social worker for a community of “sensitives.” And there’s Karen and her sons Sam and Nathan Akers, who have all been living inside a quarantined house for 20 years. The twins write songs and play guitar while lying in bed. On the rare occasion they leave the house, they wear high-quality face masks.

Xanthopoulos, a Dillon, Montana, native who got his film degree from University of Texas-Austin, spent three years embedded with his subjects. In advance of the film’s Missoula screening, we talked with him about the experience.

How embedded were you?

DX: Completely. I lived with them.

Joe was super sensitive to everything so I stayed in an airbnb in Kansas when I was filming with them that was fragrance-free. I had a separate set of work clothes, too, that I prepared a special way when I worked with them. With Susie, I stayed in her house. She had a little cot she put out for me and she started calling it “Drew’s Wing,” so at night I would sleep in a sleeping bag in a cot in her extra computer room. With the Akers I camped on their property because nobody had entered their house for years. I shot through their windows.

Every moment of them, aside from [a few brief moments when they left the house], is filmed through a threshold of some kind of window or a screen.

The Akerses were the most fascinating to me, partly because of how isolated they are, but also because of how musical the twins are. They felt very ethereal to me, not of this world.

DX: Right. And they literally aren’t of this world—they haven’t lived in this

body, there are moments where it seems like the choice is very easy, but for them it isn’t. In terms of judging them, my producer David H. put it so succinctly. He said the director’s job in the field is just to witness.

You don’t get into the medical side of these illnesses in the film, but did you read up on the clinical aspects of it?

Absolutely. It was interesting. Compared to things like HIV or cancer or multiple sclerosis, this is a grossly understudied illness. Harvard is now in the beginnings of the first comprehensive study of this, and there are treatments out there, but there isn’t one treatment that works for everybody. I decided early on that there are already other films that really focus on the sensitivities. But I hadn’t seen a film that tried to tackle the idea that empathy is the greatest advocacy.

The Sensitives documents the lives of several people with chemical and electrical sensitivies, including Sam and Nathan Akers, above.

world since they were boys. It’s been 20 years I think since they had been chronically fatigued, in bed all the time. They’d been sensitive their whole lives, but it accelerated after they hit puberty, is my impression. They’ve lived in the same house and room for most of their lives, completely isolated. They have pen pals— there’s one scene where you see them get mail from somebody who sends them a birthday card. They listen to the radio— they’re not as electrically sensitive as Joe is. They get TV, so they watch Austin City Limits and they love it. They know more about modern music than I do. They would give me lists of musicians to look up. They have great taste.

What was it like to film them from outside?

DX: My first day there when I was filming with them it was super tricky. I felt like a voyeur—it was awkward. I wanted to candidly film their cycles of the day, and they wake up kind of late, so they would leave their curtains open for me to film through their windows. So imagine looking at your neighbor’s house and seeing this kind of creep wan-

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dering around filming through the windows. I was that guy.

When did you decide to use the twins’ music for the soundtrack?

DX: On day one I noticed there was a guitar in the background, and so I asked them, “Do you guys play that?”

And they’re like, “Oh yeah.” And I asked them if they play covers and they said, “No, we write our own music.” It was the most incredible thing to me. This is why I chose everybody who was in the film: They all had an aspect of their humanity that they’d held onto—a recognizable self—and the twins’ was beautifully expressed in their music. And in the film, Sam says it so well. He says, “What’s more interesting, the cage or the prisoner?” And I think that question embodies what I tried to do with the film.

At one point in the film, Lanie has this intense and heartbreaking discussion with Joe about how his illness is adversely affecting her. What was it like to film that moment?

DX: It was tough. I thought for a long time I was going to be filming the

unraveling of their family, and I was not happy about that. I was very conflicted about it. The film, I think, is an objective look at how this illness affects people’s lives. That said, I’m rooting for everyone to get better and for their relationships to hold together. But there’s an interesting catharsis that happens filming people who are that vulnerable. I think me being there with them, having someone witness what was happening, lent validation that their efforts mattered, that someone cares what happens. And they let me film them because they thought that getting their story out there would make people like them feel less lonely.

There are frustrating moments in the film where, as a viewer, you want to judge people for not trying harder to get better, but it’s so easy to say that as a person who isn’t experiencing it. Did you struggle with that kind of judgment?

DX: The big blow-up that happens between Lanie and Joe in the film, the whole time I was filming I wanted to say to Joe, “Just say you’re sorry, just say you’re sorry, just say you’re sorry.” In the same sense that I’m rooting for every-

What other questions do people ask you about this film?

People will often ask in audiences, and very genuinely: “Do you think it’s in their heads? Do you think it’s a mental thing?” And my answer is always, “I think that’s the wrong question to be asking in this situation.” Before we understood how they worked, multiple sclerosis meant you were a hysterical woman.

PTSD meant you were a man of weak constitution. With HIV, you were gay.

What those have in common is that the blame is inadvertently put on the person who is sick: It’s your own fault. And I think people with chemical and electrical sensitivities fall into that same pattern. My hope is that you see enough of yourself in these people—musicians, spouses, dog lovers, social workers—so that you ask why these people are allowed to be on the fringes of society. That’s all I’m trying to do. I’m trying to show you someone who isn’t so different from you.

The Sensitives screens as part of the Big Sky Film series at the MCT Performing Arts Center Wed., Sept. 6, at 7 PM. efredrickson@missoulanews.com

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by Sarah Aswell

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Letter B releases its new EP at the Top Hat this week.

On Friday evening, as Missoula’s River City Roots Festival was gathering momentum on Main Street, the related Family Fun Festival at Caras Park was drawing to a close. With the muted sounds of a rowdy crowd in the distance, Letter B performed to the much sparser audience of kids playing in the grass, couples wandering toward town and a few families eating street food in the stands.

Despite the less-than-ideal conditions, the fivemember band opened forcefully, the voices of sibling duo Jordan Lane and Katie C. (both stage names) mixing with Lhanna Writesel’s alternately smooth and popping saxophone. With Michael English on drums and Dillon Jones on bass, the group warmed up to a sustained jam, which turned the park into a chill but clearly revived atmosphere.

This week, Letter B is releasing a new five-song EP, Catch Me When I Fall. The new tracks are both a continuation of the band’s sound as well as a bit of a fresh start. Their signature sound, which you absolutely can’t not compare to Dave Matthews’ Band, has been updated: The electric guitarist in the group has moved on, replaced by Writesel, whose saxophone makes the band’s sound softer and sweeter, a half step further away from rock and roll and closer to R&B. Lane writes all of the band’s music in addition to providing lead vocals and guitar. In fact, a roundup of his favorite musicians is a great way to describe the blend of sounds his own band produces.

“I’m a huge fan of Dave Matthews and his songwriting,” he says. “I love how they play songs and jam, but without being a jam band. Then, I’m really into hip hop, Atmosphere. I also like Ray La-

Montagne. His voice and the way he expresses emotions within his melodies.”

Katie C., Lane’s older sister, not only provides vocals to the group, but also adds a calm energy and ethereal texture that’s hard to put a finger on. The name of the band comes from one of her poems.

Lane and Katie C. both grew up in Missoula, the children of a pastor. A number of the songs they sing have a political bend, others are about the spiritual, but most are simply about Lane’s personal life experiences. One of their new tracks, “Wake Up,” for instance, is about their parents’ divorce.

“The song is about how you play such a huge role in the back and forth [of your parents’ divorce],” he says. “I was the only one left in the house. Katie was traveling, but she was that safe space for me. She doesn’t sing any of the words with me, because her experience wasn’t my experience. Instead, we put in a vocal melody that represents both of our perspectives on that situation.”

The song is a fine example of all of Letter B’s music: thoughtful, emotional, heartfelt and layered. And while the recorded track is good, feeling the energy of the band playing it live is the better experience.

“As far as our vibe, we just like to exchange energy,” Lane says. “We really like to perform and feel the energy between us and the crowd. We like to share moments in each show. We want to be an experience to remember, to create an atmosphere.”

Letter B plays an EP release party at the Top Hat Fri., Sept. 1, at 10:15 PM. $5. arts@missoulanews.com

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Inside aftermath UM photogs explore Japan’s 3.11 six years later

by Chris La Tray

photo courtesy Sydney MacDonald

Sydney MacDonald’s photograph is part of a First Friday show documenting Japan six years after it was hit by a series of major natural disasters.

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The University of Montana School of Journalism sends a group of students abroad every year to share stories from other parts of the world. In late spring, students visited Japan to investigate the long aftermath of “3.11.” On March 11, 2011, the most powerful earthquake to have hit Japan in recorded history — its magnitude was a staggering 9.0 — originated undersea fewer than 50 miles off the eastern coastline. Shockwaves from the quake produced a devastating tsunami that obliterated the coastline and caused a multireactor meltdown at Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant, wiped out entire towns and claimed nearly 20,000 lives. Reconstruction that will ultimately cost hundreds of billions of dollars is currently underway.

The First Friday show, Finding Home After Fallout, will feature work from the trip’s four primary photographers: Parker Seibold, Katy Spence, Tate Samata and Sydney MacDonald.

“We drew a lot from the community,” Katy Spence says. “We had a dinner, and a movie showing, and people donated. This is a way to show the community that this is part of what we did with their help.”

Parker Seibold curated images for the show from photographs taken by all four photographers.

(Disclosure: Seibold is a photo intern for the Indy.)

The images will be divided into four sections. First are scenes of the destruction, with an accompanying overview narrative written by J-school instructor and trip leader Nadia White. Second, there will be general images from those parts of Japan where life has continued unaffected by the disasters.

Third, the group will display images of recovery from those regions hardest hit by 3.11.

“The final section is called ‘Home,’” Seibold says. “The idea being that after a disaster like this,

when your home is destroyed, how do you go home, how do you find home?”

The images are striking. There are wonderful portraits of Japanese citizens, and images of huge bags of radioactive waste waiting to be taken for storage (final destination still to be determined). Finally, it is in behind-the-scenes shots from restricted locations — like the radioactive dead zones near the Fukushima power plant — where the group pulled off an excellent effort in photojournalism.

In Japan, the group quickly learned that research doesn’t necessarily prepare you for realities on the ground. Matching sources to story ideas, finding interpreters, dealing with the overall mass of people and the urban landscapes of Japan, all of these were elements that presented challenges to the group of students. As the students persisted, sources began to appear. Things began to fall into place, and stories were born.

The students unanimously agree it is the words of the Japanese people themselves that are most compelling.

“I was blown away by how much you can learn about a person,” Sydney MacDonald says, “even with a language barrier, speaking through interpreters.

People really opened up when telling their stories.”

There are many elements to the catastrophes in Japan that reverberate all around the globe.

These students are showing the critical role journalism plays in the sharing of one community’s experiences with others. That is a message that can’t be shared often, or loudly, enough.

Fallout opens with a reception at the Dana Gallery Annex, Fri., September 1, from 5 PM to 8 PM. Entrance is via the 4 Ravens Gallery on North Higgins. arts@missoulanews.com

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Dialed in Landline shows Jenny Slate at her finest

by Molly Laich

Jenny Slate, right, stars in Landline.

Set in Manhattan in 1995, the comedy/drama Landline embodies a time of alternative music and few cellphones, when it was still possible to just go off the grid and chill out for a few days. If you weren’t there to witness the era yourself, surely you’ve heard stories: If you called someone at home and they weren’t there, you had to leave a message with whomever answered.

Women wore crushed velvet bodysuits. Payphones were everywhere, and they worked.

You may be thinking this sounds like a slight, if not gimmicky premise for a feature-length film, which is understandable, but you’d be wrong. The period stuff in Landline isn’t the main event. Rather, it exists unobtrusively in the background. Rotary telephones are the salt around the rim of a margarita already rich with moving characters who navigate complex relationships with humor, love and humility.

Landline stars Jenny Slate as Dana, a 30-something woman who’s engaged to be married to Ben (Jay Duplass). They’ve been together for forever (six years!) and the impending totality of even more forever makes Dana increasingly restless. Meanwhile, Dana’s teenage sister Ali (Abby Quinn) embodies the classic ’90s misanthrope. She sounds like Mazzy Star on the guitar, does drugs and doesn’t want anything serious with her sincere, doting boyfriend. Finally, we have the girls’ long married parents Pat and Alan, played by Edie Falco and John Turturro.

The drama arrives when Ali stumbles on CDROM-supported evidence that their frumpy father may be cheating, which launches the sisters into a full-fledged investigation. The plot sounds stupid on paper, but don’t get hung up on the particulars.

Manhattan Murder Mystery isn’t about the murder: It just gets Diane Keaton and Woody Allen out of the house and talking through new adventures— it’s a tool to reinvigorate their marriage. In Landline, Alan’s potential infidelity jostles this family in

weird and unexpected ways. The girls’ sleuthing brings them closer as sisters, but maybe fuels some of their baser, more self-destructive impulses. And just how much does their mother know?

At its heart, Landline is a story about infidelity, approached from two generations of relationships.

For Dana, the temptation to throw away her upcoming marriage comes from an old college buddy named Nate (Finn Wittrock), whose cool demeanor stands in stark contrast to her loyal, quirky, predictable fiancé. Nate thinks monogamy is boring and unrealistic, and he says so with a perfect 1990s head of chestnut brown hair—you know, the kind that’s parted down the middle and falls sexily into his eyes when he confidently espouses bad life advice.

Gillian Robespierre writes and directs the picture, along with co-writer Elizabeth Holm. This is Robespierre’s second feature collaboration with Slate after 2014’s Obvious Child. Landline works primarily because the ensemble cast radiates authenticity. Standout performances include relative newcomer Quinn as the younger sister who’s destined and doomed to be more mature and composed than her older sister, if she can just make it out of high school in one piece.

Falco and Turturro are perfect as ever as the tired, putupon parents. And Duplass seems at first like a consummate dope, but it just seems that way.

I love this movie most of all because of its career-defining performance by Slate. Her work here reminds me of Tom Hanks from ’80s comedies.

Both actors have a levity and warmth that brings their scenes to life. We watch helplessly as her character does everything wrong, but still, she manages to charm us with unflappable sincerity. Landline is sharp, funny and surprisingly wise.

Landline opens at the Roxy Fri., Sept. 1.

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OPENING THIS WEEK LANDLINE Set in 1990s Manhattan, two sisters discover their father may be having an affair. There’s no way that’s going to mess them up, right? Rated R. Stars Jenny Slate, Abby Quinn and Edie Falco. Playing at the Roxy. (See Film) THE TRIP TO SPAIN After their cinematic trips through England and Italy, Steve Coogan and Rob Brydon return to sample tapas and do celebrity impressions, and it looks like they’re all out of tapas. Not Rated. Also stars Marta Barrio, Claire Keelan and Kerry Shale. Playing at the Roxy.

NOW PLAYING

ning comic book series, hits the big screen as a single 90-minute film. O Discordia! Rated PG-13. Stars Idris Elba, Matthew McConaughey and Abbey Lee. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12 and the Pharaohplex.

DUNKIRK Director Christopher Nolan takes a break from blowing our minds with high-concept sci-fi to recreate one of the most harrowing and famous battles of World War II. Rated PG-13. Stars Harry Styles, Tom Hardy and Cillian Murphy. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12.

GIRLS TRIP It’s been five years since these best friends have had a chance to cut loose. New Orleans has no idea what is in store. Rated R. Stars Queen Latifah, Regina Hall and Jada Pinkett Smith. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12.

AN INCONVENIENT SEQUEL: TRUTH TO POWER In this sequel to the hit documentary, Al Gore finds himself in a dark timeline where Biff Tannen controls everything and is driving the United States off the climate change cliff. Rated PG. Directed by Bonni Cohen. Playing at the Roxy through Thu., Aug. 31.

INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS (2009) A squad of Jewish soldiers, a German actress and a theater owner come together to beat Nazi ass. Rated R. Stars Brad Pitt, Christoph Waltz and Eli Roth for some reason. Playing Thu., Sept. 7 at 8 PM at the Roxy.

INGRID GOES WEST The relationship between an unhinged social media stalker and an Instagram-famous influencer goes from #BFF to #WTF. Rated R. Stars Aubrey Plaza, Elizabeth Olsen and Billy Magnussen. Playing at the Roxy.

Gilman, Kara Hayward and Bruce Willis. Playing Tue., Sept. 5 at 8 PM at the Roxy.

PONYO (2008) A tsunami is brewing, but what does it have to do with a magical fish-girl with an obsession for ham?

Rate G. Stars the voice talent of Tina Fey, Matt Damon and Liam Neeson. Playing Thu., Aug. 31 at 11 AM at the Roxy.

PRINCESS MONONOKE (1997) After getting hexed by a demonic pig, a young warrior travels west to either find a cure or meet his destiny. Instead he ends up meeting a girl raised by wolves who is ready to kick butt and save the planet.

Rated PG-13. Stars the voice talents of Claire Daines, Billy Crudup and Billy Bob Thorton. Playing Thu., Aug. 31 at 8 PM at the Roxy.

ALL SAINTS Based on a true story, a young pastor is instructed to close a struggling church. Instead he turns the land into a farm for refugees from Burma. Somehow no one is happy with the idea. Rated PG. Stars John Corbett, Cara Buono and Barry Corbin. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12.

SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING Is he strong? Listen, bud, he’s got radioactive blood.

Marvel’s friendly neighborhood wall-crawler battles supervillains while trying to not be outshone in his own movie by Robert Downey, Jr. Rated PG-13. Also stars Tom Holland, Michael Keaton and Marisa Tomei. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12.

ANNABELLE: CREATION The evil doll from hell returns in this prequel to the spinoff of a film loosely based on the writings of a con artist to make us wonder why everything has to be part of a connected cinematic universe. Rated R. Stars Stephanie Stigman, Talitha Bateman and Miranda Otto. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12.

THE SENSITIVES Perfume, pesticides and cellphones are among the many irritants that impact people with environmental illness. This film documents three families trying to live their lives in uncertain circumstances. Not Rated.

Directed by Drew Xanthopoulos. Playing at the MCT Center for the Performing Arts on Wed., Sept. 6 at 7 PM. The filmmaker will be in attendance.

BIRTH OF THE DRAGON Before the movies, the fame and completely revolutionizing marital arts, Bruce Lee was just a scrappy kid looking for a fight. Rated PG-13. Stars Philip Ng, Xia Yu and Billy Magnussen. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12.

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND A chance encounter with a UFO causes a man to lose his family, put himself in danger and ruin his mashed potatoes. Rated PG. Stars Richard Dreyfuss, Melinda Dillon and Teri Garr. Playing a the Missoula AMC 12 to celebrate the classic film’s 40th anniversary.

THE DARK CRYSTAL (1982) A Gelfling embarks on a quest to defeat the evil Skeksis. I know that sounds like nonsense, but this is a masterpiece of practical puppeteering co-directed and starring Jim Henson and Frank Oz. Rated PG. Also stars Percy Edwards and Billie Whitelaw.

Playing Sat., Sept. 2 at 9 PM at the Roxy.

THE DARK TOWER Stephen King’s magnum opus, made up of eight core books, dozens of tie-in novels and a long run-

Behold the most exciting thing to ever happen in Wyoming. Close Encounters of the Third Kind celebrates its 40th anniversary at the AMC 12.

THE GLASS CASTLE Is there anything better than going on a road trip with your free-spirited dad and artist mother? I mean, aside from going to a real school, learning social skills and not ending up a depressed wreck unable to connect with anyone? Rated PG-13. Stars Brie Larson, Woody Harrelson and Naomi Watts. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12 and the Pharaohplex.

THE HERO Forty years ago Lee Hayden made a name for himself starring in a classic western. Since then it’s mainly been voiceovers for barbecue sauce. Now the aging actor decides to mend fences with his estranged daughter. Rated R. Stars Sam Elliott, Krysten Ritter and Nick Offerman. Playing at the Pharaohplex.

THE HITMAN’S BODYGUARD When you’re one of the most deadly assassins in the world, who do you trust to watch your back before you turn state’s evidence against a murderous dictator? Ryan Reynolds, of course. Rated R. Also stars Samuel L. Jackson, Gary Oldman and Salma Hayek.

Playing at the Missoula AMC 12 and the Pharaohplex.

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THE LAST PICTURE SHOW (1971) This West Texas town has atrophied, and is dying a slow cultural and economic death. Sounds like a less than ideal place to come of age. Raged R. Stars Timothy Bottoms, Jeff Bridges and Cybill Shepherd. Playing at the Roxy Theater Wed., Sept. 6 at 8 PM. LEAP! (BALLERINA) So you want to be a ballerina, huh? It’s going to take a lot of dedication, practice and probably a flying machine to help you escape from the orphanage. How hard can that be? Rated PG. Stars the voice talents of Elle Fanning, Dane DeHaan and Carly Rae Jepsen.

Playing at the Missoula AMC 12 and the Pharaohplex.

LOGAN LUCKY Trying to reverse a family curse, a group of siblings set out to rob a NASCAR race. Rated PG-13. Stars Channing Tatum, Adam Driver and hillbilly Daniel Craig. Playing at the Missoula AMC 12.

MOONRISE KINGDOM (2012) Two 12-year-olds fall in love, run away and are pursued by whimsical adults. Rated PG-13. Stars Jared

WHOSE STREETS? The National Guard descends on a small suburb of St. Louis with military grade weaponry to shut down griefstricken protests over a murder. It’s not another dystopian tale, it’s a documentary about what happened in Ferguson, Missouri. Rated R. Directed by Sabaah Folayan. Playing at the Roxy through Thu., Aug. 31.

WIND RIVER The best way to describe the mood of this murder mystery set on a Wyoming Indian Reservation is to just say the soundtrack is by Nick Cave. Rated R. Stars Jeremy Renner, Elizabeth Olsen and Tantoo Cardinal.

Playing at the Missoula AMC 12 and the Pharaohplex.

Capsule reviews by Charley Macorn.

Check with local theaters for up-to-date showtimes to spare yourself any grief and/or profanity. Theater phone numbers: Missoula AMC 12 at 406-541-7469; The Roxy at 406-728-9380; Pharaohplex in Hamilton at 406-961-3456.

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Grilled peaches & mixed greens

by Gabi Moskowitz

BROKEASS GOURMET

This is summer eating at its best. Grilling makes sweet white peaches even sweeter by drawing out their natural sugars. Creamy ricotta and avocado lends an indulgent hand, and fresh mint keeps things light and refreshing.

Hint: Hey vegans, try this one minus the ricotta.

Serves 2–4 Ingredients 2 tbsp vegetable oil, plus more for brushing grill/grill pan 1/2 red onion, sliced 1 handful mint, plus more for garnish 1 tbsp plus 2 tsp balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp honey, plus more for drizzling 2 ripe peaches (I like white peaches for this recipe), halved, pits removed 8 tbsp ricotta cheese 8 cups mixed greens 1 ripe avocado, sliced salt and pepper Directions Heat vegetable oil in a medium frying pan

over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring very occasionally, for 10–12 minutes. The onions should become very soft and fragrant.

In a food processor or blender, puree caramelized onions, mint, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey and a pinch of salt. Add a few drops of water if necessary to achieve a nearly smooth dressing. Set aside.

Heat grill or grill pan over high heat. Brush lightly with oil. Grill peaches flesh-side down for 2– 3 minutes, or until grill marks appear and peaches soften slightly. Remove from heat.

To assemble salads, toss greens with dressing and divide between 2 or 4 plates. Top with a few avocado slices and 1 or 2 peach halves. Top each peach half with a generous dollop of ricotta, a light drizzle of honey and freshly cracked pepper. Serve immediately.

BrokeAss Gourmet caters to folks who want to live the high life on the cheap, with delicious recipes that are always under $20. Gabi Moskowitz is the blog’s editor in chief and author of The BrokeAss Gourmet Cookbook and Pizza Dough: 100 Delicious Unexpected Recipes.

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Voted top 3 People’s Choice two years in a row. Open Tue-Sun: 11am-10pm. $-$$$ Bernice’s Bakery 190 South 3rd West 728-1358 It’s a done deal! No foolin’. Bernice’s Bakery will be introducing a new owner June 1st!

Christine and Marco have spent the last 15 years stewarding the development and sustainability of one of Missoula’s iconic businesses. Congratulations to Marco and Christine! And, congratulations to the new owner Missy Kelleher. Come in and say hello or goodbye. Follow that up by a “hello” to Missy in June as you snag your favorite treat or a cup o’joe. Bernice’s Bakery Keepin’ Missoula Sweet. $-$$

Biga Pizza 241 W. Main Street 728-2579 Biga Pizza offers a modern, downtown dining environment combined with traditional brick oven pizza, calzones, salads, sandwiches, specials and desserts. All dough is made using a “biga” (pronounced bee-ga) which is a time-honored Italian method of bread making. Biga Pizza uses local products, the freshest produce as well as artisan meats and cheeses. Featuring seasonal menus. Lunch and dinner, Mon-Sat. Beer & Wine available. $-$$

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Bridge Pizza 600 S Higgins Ave. 542-0002 bridgepizza.com A popular local eatery on Missoula’s Hip Strip. Featuring handcrafted artisan brick oven pizza, pasta, sandwiches, soups, & salads made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Missoula’s place for pizza by the slice. A unique selection of regional microbrews and gourmet sodas. Dine-in, drive-thru, & delivery. Open everyday 11am - 10:30pm. $-$$ Brooks & Browns 200 S. Pattee St. 721-8550 Brooks & Browns Bar and Grill has the best patio in town, relax and unwind with great food and a selection of Montana Brews on tap. Come down as you are and enjoy Happy Hour each day from 4-7p and all day Sunday with drink and appetizer specials!

Thursday is Trivia Night from 7:30-9:30p and we have Live Music each Friday. Inside the Holiday Inn Downtown Missoula. $-$$ Burns Street Bistro 1500 Burns St. 543-0719 burnsstbistro.com We cook the freshest local ingredients as a matter of pride. Our relationship with local farmers, ranchers and other businesses allows us to bring quality, scratch cooking and fresh-brewed Black Coffee Roasting Co. coffee and espresso to Missoula’s Historic Westside neighborhood. Handmade breads & pastries, soups, salads & sandwiches change with the seasons, but our commitment to delicious food does not. Mon-Fri 7am 2pm. Sat/Sun Brunch 9am - 2pm. $-$$

Butterfly Herbs 232 N. Higgins 728-8780 Celebrating 45 years of great coffees and teas. Truly the “essence of Missoula.” Offering fresh coffees, teas (Evening in Missoula), bulk spices and botanicals, fine toiletries & gifts. Our cafe features homemade soups, fresh salads, and coffee ice cream specialties. In the heart of historic downtown, we are Missoula’s first and favorite Espresso Bar. Open 7 Days. $ Doc’s Gourmet Sandwiches 214 N. Higgins Ave. 542-7414 Doc’s is an extremely popular gathering spot for diners who appreciate the great ambiance, personal service and generous sandwiches made with the freshest ingredients. Whether you’re heading out for a power lunch, meeting friends or family or just grabbing a quick takeout, Doc’s is always an excellent choice. Delivery in the greater Missoula area. We also offer custom catering!...everything from gourmet appetizers to all of our menu items. $-$$

Good Food Store 1600 S. 3rd West 541-FOOD The GFS Deli features made-to-order sandwiches, Fire Deck pizza & calzones, rice & noodle wok bowls, an award-winning salad bar, an olive & antipasto bar and a self-serve hot bar offering a variety of housemade breakfast, lunch and dinner entrées. A seasonally-changing selection of deli salads and rotisserie-roasted chickens are also available. Locally-roasted coffee/espresso drinks and an extensive fresh juice and smoothie menu complement bakery goods from the GFS ovens and Missoula’s favorite bakeries. Indoor and patio seating. Open every day 7am-10pm. $-$$

Grizzly Liquor 110 W Spruce St. 549-7723 grizzlyliquor.com Voted Missoula’s Best Liquor Store! Largest selection of spirits in the Northwest, including all Montana microdistilleries. Your headquarters for unique spirits and wines! Free customer parking. Open Monday-Saturday 9-7:30. $-$$$ Hob Nob on Higgins 531 S. Higgins • 541-4622 hobnobonhiggins.com Come visit our friendly staff & experience Missoula’s best little breakfast & lunch spot. All our food is made from scratch, we feature homemade corn beef hash, sourdough pancakes, sandwiches, salads, espresso & desserts. MC/V $-$$ Iron Horse Brew Pub 501 N. Higgins 728-8866 ironhorsebrewpub.com We’re the perfect place for lunch, appetizers, or dinner.

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[dish] Iza 529 S. Higgins 830-3237 izarestaurant.com Local Asian cuisine feature SE Asian, Japanese, Korean and Indian dishes. Gluten Free and Vegetarian no problem. Full Beer, Wine, Sake and Tea menu. We have scratch made bubble teas. Come in for lunch, dinner, drinks or just a pot of awesome tea. Open Mon-Fri: Lunch 11:30-3pm, Happy Hour 3-6pm, Dinner M-Sat 3pm-close. $-$$ Liquid Planet 223 N. Higgins 541-4541 Whether it’s coffee or cocoa, water, beer or wine, or even a tea pot, French press or mobile mug, Liquid Planet offers the best beverage offerings this side of Neptune. Missoula’s largest espresso and beverage bar, along with fresh and delicious breakfast and lunch options from breakfast burritos and pastries to paninis and soups. Peruse our global selection of 1,000 wines, 400 beers and sodas, 150 teas, 30 locally roasted coffees, and a myriad of super cool beverage accessories and gifts. Find us on facebook at /BestofBeverage. Open daily 7:30am to 9pm.

Liquid Planet Grille 540 Daly 540-4209 (corner of Arthur & Daly across from the U of M) MisSOULa’s BEST new restaurant of 2015, the Liquid Planet Grille, offers the same unique Liquid Planet espresso and beverage bar you’ve come to expect, with breakfast served all day long! Sit outside and try the stuffed french toast or our handmade granola or a delicious Montana Melt, accompanied with MisSOULa’s best fries and wings, with over 20 salts, seasonings and sauces! Open 7am-8pm daily. Find us on Facebook at /LiquidPlanetGrille. $-$$ Missoula Senior Center 705 S. Higgins Ave. (on the hip strip) 543-7154 themissoulaseniorcenter.org Did you know the Missoula Senior Center serves delicious hearty lunches every week day for only $4 for those on the Nutrition Program, $5 for U of M Students with a valid student ID and $6 for all others.

Children under 10 eat free. Join us from 11:30 12:30 M-F for delicious food and great conversation. $ The Mustard Seed Asian Cafe Southgate Mall 542-7333 Contemporary Asian fusion cuisine. Original recipes and fresh ingredients combine the best of Japanese, Chinese, Polynesian, and Southeast Asian influences. Full menu available at the bar.

Award winning desserts made fresh daily , local and regional micro brews, fine wines & signature cocktails. Vegetarian and Gluten free menu available.

Takeout & delivery. $$-$$$ Korean Bar-B-Que & Sushi 3075 N. Reserve 327-0731 We invite you to visit our contemporary Korean-Japanese restaurant and enjoy it’s warm atmosphere. Full Sushi Bar. Korean bar-b-que at your table. Beer and Wine. $$-$$$

Orange Street Food Farm 701 S. Orange St. 543-3188 orangestreetfoodfarm.com Experience The Farm today!!! Voted number one Supermarket & Retail Beer Selection. Fried chicken, fresh meat, great produce, vegan, gluten free, all natural, a HUGE beer and wine selection, and ROCKIN’ music. What deal will you find today? $-$$$ Pearl Cafe 231 E. Front St. 541-0231 pearlcafe.us Country French meets the Northwest. Idaho Trout with King Crab, Beef Filet with Green Peppercorn Sauce, Fresh Northwest Fish, Seasonally Inspired Specials, House Made Sourdough Bread & Delectable Desserts. Extensive wine list, local beer on draft. Reservations recommended. Visit us on Facebook or go to Pearlcafe.us to check out our nightly specials, make reservations, or buy gift certificates.

Open Mon-Sat at 5:00. $$-$$$ Pita Pit 130 N Higgins 541-7482 pitapitusa.com Fresh Thinking Healthy Eating.

Enjoy a pita rolled just for you. Hot meat and cool fresh veggies topped with your favorite sauce. Try our Chicken Caesar, Gyro, Philly Steak, Breakfast Pita, or Vegetarian Falafel to name just a few. For your convenience we are open until 3am 7 nights a week.

Call if you need us to deliver! $-$$ Sushi Hana 403 N. Higgins 549-7979 SushiMissoula.com Montana’s Original Sushi Bar. We Offer the Best Sushi and Japanese Cuisine in Town. Casual atmosphere. Plenty of options for non-sushi eaters including daily special items you won’t find anywhere else. $1 Specials Mon & Wed. Lunch Mon–Sat; Dinner Daily. Sake, Beer, & Wine. Visit SushiMissoula.com for full menu. $$-$$$

Taco Sano Two Locations: 115 1/2 S. 4th Street West 1515 Fairview Ave inside City Life 541-7570 • tacosano.net Home of Missoula’s Best BREAKFAST BURRITO. 99 cent TOTS every Tuesday. Once you find us you’ll keep coming back. Breakfast Burritos served all day, Quesadillas, Burritos and Tacos. Let us dress up your food with our unique selection of toppings, salsas, and sauces. Open 10am-9pm 7 days a week. WE DELIVER. $-$$

Lager v. Logger taste test

HAPPIEST HOUR

photo by Parker Seibold

What you’re drinking: This summer, two Missoula breweries associated with dueling amphitheaters released dueling versions of an American classic: the Lager. In one corner is Big Sky Brewing, which released Griz Montana Lager in celebration of UM’s 125th anniversary (see “Griz get buzzed,” pg. 6). In the other corner, KettleHouse released Bonner Logger (pun-intended) to celebrate the new KettleHouse Amphitheater in Bonner.

These lagers aren’t exactly light—we would never accuse a craft brewery of such a crime—but if this were a boxing match, we’d be squarely in super welterweight territory.

Yes, that’s a Mayweather v. McGregor reference, because this is the craft brewery fight of the century, ladies and gentlemen. Without further ado, we present the Indy Lager v. Logger taste test.

The rules: Each Indy staffer drinks each beer and chooses a favorite, with commentary. The beer with the most votes wins.

Editor Brad Tyer: Beer doesn’t last long in my house, but either one of these brews would languish in my fridge at least until the bourbon runs dry, and probably until I’m out of rootbeer, too. The Logger has an uncanny ability to taste warm even when it’s ice-cold, and the Griz, as noted below, has an afterburn that’s the wrong kind of snappy. Point:

Griz Lager, but only because it comes in a smaller can, so it’s gone faster.

Arts Editor Erika Fredrickson: I don’t mind admitting that my Hamm’s-drinking roots allow me to enjoy almost any beer depending on the occasion. I liked the Logger fine, and would happily drink it on a hot day, though I’d probably add lemonade and make it a shandy.

The Griz Lager, though, had a sharp aftertaste that lasted way too long. When you need a beer back for your beer, that’s bad. Point: Bonner Logger.

Reporter Alex Sakariassen: So much for Montana craft beer being an alternative to yellow fizzy water. We’ve slipped into some parallel universe where two of the oldest and largest Montana breweries are taking a cue from the flavorless mass-market swill (read: Miller, Coors, Bud) they vowed to supplant. I hope Ashton Kutcher shows up soon to tell us all we’ve been punked. Point: neither.

Reporter Derek Brouwer: Look, I’m a Bobcat, but the Logger doesn’t cut it. Are we sure this isn’t expired Rainier? Does beer even expire? I detect some spice—or at least hops— in the Griz Lager. Point: Griz Lager.

Winner: Big Sky’s Griz Lager, by the thinnest of margins. Uh, enjoy? editor@missoulanews.com

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THU | 9/7 | 10:15 PM Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal play the Top Hat Thu., Sept. 7 at 10:15 PM. Free.

SUN | 10 PM AJJ plays Monk’s Sun., Sept. 3.

Doors at 9 PM, show at 10. $17/$15 advance.

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THU | 9/7 | 8 PM Del the Funky Homosapien performs with hip-hop super group Deltron 3030 at the Wilma Thu., Sept. 7. Doors at 7 PM, Show at 8. $28/$25 advance.

SUN | 7 PM Days N Daze play the ZACC Below Sun., Sept. 3 at 7 PM. $7.

SUN | 2 PM S-Bahn plays Germanfest at Caras Park Sun., Sept. 3 from 2 PM–6 PM. Free.

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University Center Art Gallery hosts its opening reception for artist Anne Yoncha’s exhibit Tell Me There’s a Mathematical Equation For Being Alive. 4 PM–6 PM.

nightlife Missoula’s favorite evening music and food festival continues with Ghost Pepper playing at Downtown ToNight. Enjoy local food and local tunes at Caras Park between 5:30 PM and 8:30 PM. Free.

Punish your core in the great outdoors with Pilates in the Park at Franklin Park. 6 PM. $3.

Caracol plays Draught Works from 6 PM–8 PM. Free. And here I thought all the caracole mines dried up.

Learn the sultry movements of Bachata, the hot new Latin dance at Downtown Dance Collective. 6 PM–9 PM. $20/$15 advance.

Say “yes and” to an improv workshop every Thursday at BASE. Free and open to all abilities, levels and interests. 725 W. Alder. 6:30 PM–8 PM. Texas-based country music artist Cody Jinks plays the Wilma.

Doors at 7 PM, show at 8. $27.

Trivia at the Holiday Inn Downtown. 7:30–10 PM.

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Start your day with Yoga for Everyone at Missoula Senior Center at 9 AM. $4.

Get an eyeful of the brightly colored blooms at the Dahlia Show at Southgate Mall. 10 AM–6 PM. Curious about ballet? Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre hosts an open house from 3 PM–6 PM. Check out the studio, meet the instructors and sign-up for fall classes.

nightlife Local singer-songwriter Aran Buzzas plays homegrown folky tonk at Brooks and Browns. 6 PM–9 PM. Free.

Is it because of the scenery or are you on the run? Why We Came West provides the groovy jazz soundtrack at The Montana Distillery. 6 PM–8 PM. Free.

George Regan and Jami Kidd serenade the wine at Ten Spoon Vineyard. 6 PM. Free.

Night Blooming Jasmine expresses the wanderlust in its heart by playing jazz at Family Friendly Friday at the Top Hat. 6 PM–8 PM. Free.

Dodgy Mountain Men host a musical rendezvous at the Old Post Pub. 6:30 PM. Free.

Dodgy Mountain Men host a musical rendezvous at the Old Post Pub. 6:30 PM. Free.

The Kimberlee Carlson Duo and Louie Bond play classic country, swing and Jazz at River Edge Resort. 7 PM. Free.

The University of Montana School of Music ushers in the fall semester with a woodwind concert featuring the works of

The jazzy stylings of Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo serenade the wine at Plonk Wine Bar from 8 PM–11 PM. Free.

Spotlight

Is it big? Yeah, yeah, yeah. It’s not small. No, no, no. Groove the night away at the Honeycomb Dance Party at Monk’s. 9 PM. Free.

Like most great ideas in Missoula, the decision to put on Three-Way Package got its start at a brewery. Artists Rob Rez, Bob Wire and Andy Smetanka, who get together when they can to have a couple of beers and scratch their heads over Missoula’s cultural scene, recently decided

The University of Montana welcomes back students with a free outdoor screening of The Incredibles on the UM Oval. Show starts at approximately 9 PM.

WHAT: Three-Way Package

Kris Moon hosts a night of volcanic party action featuring himself, DJ T-Rex at the Badlander. 9 PM. Free.

Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it. Kaleidoscope Karaoke at the VFW kicks off at 9:30 PM. Cash for Junkers plays the Cody Jinks After Party at the Top Hat. 10:30 PM. Free.

Quantz, Dring, Puchihar and others. 7:30 PM. $12.

where vampires couldn’t go, ironically. 9:30 PM. Free.

Drop Culture is back with special guest DJs Smokey Rose and Como Se Va on the decks at 9 PM. Free.

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrr. The Shiver plays the Union Club at 9:30 PM. Free.

Vampires love this band. Dusk plays the Sunrise Saloon, a place

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WHO: Bob Wire, Rob Rez and Andy Smetanka WHEN: Fri., Sept. 1 from 6 PM–10 PM. WHERE: The Public House HOW MUCH: Free.

to host a First Friday show of their collective works.

For his part, Bob Wire, lead singer of the humbly named Bob Wire and the Bob Wire Trio (featuring Bob Wire), will show framed and signed classic band posters he’s created for his shows

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Letter B celebrates the release of its new album Catch Me When I Fall with a special show at the Top Hat. 10:15. $5.

A Place (Sort Of)

through the years. Tattoo artist Rob Rez will display a vast collection of his illustrations and cartoons. The night ends with a special sneak peek of filmmaker Andy Smetanka’s upcoming docu-

mentary, A Place (Sort Of), a tribute to Missoula that features archival footage and 25 years worth of Super 8 film Smetanka shot during his time living in the Garden City.

Three-Way Package includes a cash bar and music provided by guitar and ukulele duo Red Dress.

“Rez will also have two bizarre installations that I can personally guarantee have never been seen at any run-of-the-mill gallery in Missoula, or possibly anywhere in the known universe,” Wire adds. For a trio that’s been integral to our city’s art scene for so many years, I’m inclined to believe him.

—Charley Macorn

First Friday The Clay Studio hosts an opening reception for Somewhere, Nowhere by Crista Ann Ames.

See the resident artist’s work at a reception from 5 PM–8 PM.

The Land and Beyond, Laura Palmer Sawaya’s painted landscapes, open at the Montana Natural History Center with a reception from 4:30 PM–6:30 PM.

Clyde Coffee hosts Crossings, an exhibition of mixed media by artBev Beck Glueckert. 5 PM–8 PM. UM journalism students traveled to Fukushima, Japan to seek out stories of home in the wake of the 2011 disaster. Dana Gallery.

5 PM–8 PM.

Freelance photojournalist Karissa Frye displays her shots of outdoor adventure and badass women at Betty’s Divine.

5 PM–8 PM. Author Brian D’Ambrosio signs his books at a First Friday tailgate party at the M Store. 5 PM–8 PM.

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Lake Missoula Tea Co. hosts the photography of John Meyer and the music of The Irish Session. 5 PM–8 PM.

The Clark Fork Market in the Riverside Parking Lot below the Higgins Avenue Bridge. 8 AM– 1 PM.

Texturally Inspired, an exhibit of contemporary calligraphy by Bozeman artist Beth Lee opens with an artist’s reception at the Artists’ Shop. 5 PM–8 PM.

The Missoula Farmers Market ends its season.

Circle Square by the XXXXs. 8 AM– 12:30 PM.

Flower hosts Kelly Loder’s mixedmedia exploration of Emotive Motion. 5:30 PM–8:30 PM.

Lillian R. Nelson pieces together re-purposed raw wood materials into assemblages in What Goes In... at E3 Convergence Gallery.

5 PM–9 PM. UM professor of art Elizabeth Dove premieres her exhibition It Started with Aardvark. 5 PM–8 PM. A gallery talk by the artist talk at 7 PM.

Saturday

The Dog Days of Summer Artist Maryann Eikens spent the summer using clay, wax and bronze to create a new dog every day of the summer. See the result, The Dog Days of Summer at 4 Ravens Gallery. 5 PM–8 PM. Montana Art and Framing hosts an opening reception for Color and Line, Carol Hoffnagle’s colored pencil drawings from 5 PM–9 PM.

The Public House hosts paintings

by Rob Rez, the music and vintage posters of Bob Wire and a sneak peak at Andy Smetanka’s Missoula documentary A Place, Sort Of. 6 PM–10 PM. Free.

Liquid Planet displays the art of Magnus Andrews from 6 PM–10 PM. Free. 223 N. Higgins.

The city honors the artists whose work beautifies traffic boxes with a presentation at Dana Gallery from 6 PM–6:30 PM. Art Attic turns its First Friday over to its employees for an art show.

6 PM–8 PM.

Grizzly football kicks off another season with a grudge match against the Valparaiso University Crusaders. Washington-Grizzly Stadium. Head to gogriz.com for tickets and kickoff time.

Yoga and Beer: The two cornerstones of Missoula. Yoga every Saturday morning at Imagine Nation Brewing. Class and a beer for $8. 10:45 AM.

nightlife George Carlton provides the soundtrack at Ten Spoon Vineyard. 6 PM. Free.

Tim Fast takes his time with live music at Draught Works from 6 PM–8 PM. Free.

Helena’s Beat Deaf provides the the tunes at Imagine Nation Brewing. 6 PM. Free.

It’s morphing time! Portland’s Strange Ranger plays the ZACC with Fantasy Suite and Kale & Nick at 7 PM. $5.

DJ Kris Moon completely disrespects the adverb with the Absolutely Dance Party at the Badlander. 9 PM. Free.

I think that might be a cow. Ugly Pony plays the Sunrise Saloon at 9:30 PM. Free.

I remember when it was kneehigh to a garage band. Full Grown Band plays the Union Club at 9:30 PM. Free.

Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it. Kaleidoscope Karaoke at the VFW kicks off at 9:30 PM. The Hawthorne Roots play the Top Hat at 10:15 PM. Free.

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Germanfest features German food, German beer and the music of S-Bahn.

Come in your best Otto Von Bismarck cosplay and join the fun at Caras Park from 2 PM–6 PM.

nightlife Dan Dubuque provides the late summer soundtrack at Draught Works from 5 PM–7 PM. Free.

Indulge your inner Lisa Simpson with live jazz and a glass of craft beer on the river every Sunday at Imagine Nation Brewing. 5 PM–8 PM. Who is in charge of naming these genres? Texas trashgrass band Days N Daze play the ZACC Below. 7 PM. $7.

Every Sunday is “Sunday Funday” at the Badlander. Play cornhole, beer pong and other games, have drinks and forget tomorrow is Monday.

9 PM. Formerly known as Andrew Jackson Jihad, AJJ plays Monk’s. Doors at 9 PM, show at 10. $17/$15 advance.

Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it. Kaleidoscope Karaoke at the VFW kicks off at 9:30 PM.

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Monday A dollar from every cocktail sold between 12 PM and 8 PM at Montgomery Distillery goes to support the work of Missoula Education Foundation.

The Missoula Area Central Labor Council celebrates Labor Day in Bonner Park with music, games and free chow. 1 PM– 5 PM. The Missoula Vet Center hosts T’ai Chi for Veterans with Michael Norvelle every Monday from 3 PM–4 PM. Free for veterans.

Fifty percent of proceeds from Five on Black between 4 PM and

8 PM will go to support the Missoula Urban Demonstration Project.

Former military members are invited to the Veterans for Peace Western Montana Chapter meeting, which will work to inform and advocate about peace issues.

Meets at the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center, 519 S. Higgins Ave., on the first Monday of every month at 4 PM. Visit veteransforpeace.org to learn more.

WordPlay! offers opportunity for community creativity. Word games, poetry, free writing and expansion all happen in Ste. 4 of the Warehouse

Mall at BASE. Open to all ages and abilities every Mon. at 4 PM.

nightlife Prepare a couple of songs and bring your talent to Open Mic Night at Imagine Nation Brewing. Sign up when you get there. 6–8 PM. Shakespeare in the Parks presents the tragic tale of a Scottish king.

You know which one I’m talking about. I’m just going to call it the Scottish Play. No curses here! UM Oval. 6 PM. Free.

Bingo at the VFW: The easiest way to make rent since keno. 6:30 PM. $12 buy-in.

Every Monday DJ Sol spins funk, soul, reggae and hip-hop at the Badlander. Doors at 9 PM, show at 10. Free. 21-plus.

Aaron “B-Rocks” Broxterman hosts karaoke night at the Dark Horse Bar. 9 PM. Free.

Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it. Kaleidoscope Karaoke at the VFW kicks off at 9:30 PM. Live in SIN at the Service Industry Night at Plonk, with DJ Amory spinning and a special menu. 10 PM to close. Just ask a server for the SIN menu. No cover.

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Yoga for Everyone at Missoula Senior Center at 9 AM. $4.

Shootin’ the Bull Toastmasters helps you improve your public speaking skills at ALPS in the Florence Building, noon–1 PM. Free. Visit shootinthebull.info for details.

It’s Mule-Tastic Tuesday, which means the Montana Distillery will donate $1 from drink sold to a local nonprofit organization. 12–8 PM.

nightlife Missoula Farmers’ Market’s Tuesday Evening Market runs every

Tuesday through September. Enjoy fresh produce, baked goods, flowers and more at the north end of Higgins at the XXXXs. 5:30 PM– 7 PM.

Shakespeare in the Parks presents You Never Can Tell, George Bernard Shaw’s play about young dentists in love. UM Oval. 6 PM. Free.

levels welcome. $10/$35 for four classes. Email tarn.ream@umontana.edu or call 549-7933 for more information.

The Bare Bait Dance Company Class is open to all intermediate and advance contemporary modern dancers. Bust a move at the UM PARTV Center. $10/free for students. 5:30 PM.

Learn the two-step at country dance lessons at the Hamilton Senior Center, Tuesdays from 7–9 PM. $5. Bring a partner. Call 3811392 for more info.

Step up your factoid game at Quizzoula trivia night, every Tuesday at the VFW. 8:30 PM. Free. Our trivia question for this week: What was the first film to be released with an NC-17 rating? Answer in tomorrow’s Nightlife.

Grab your banjo, channel your inner Bela Fleck and join in the Top Hat’s picking circle, 6–8 PM every Tuesday. All ages.

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The Unity Dance and Drum African Dance Class is sure to teach you some moves you didn’t learn in junior high when it meets Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 PM at the Missoula Senior Center. All ages and skill

Check out the hook while my DJ revolves it. Kaleidoscope Karaoke at the VFW kicks off at 9:30 PM.

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Wednesday NAMI Missoula hosts a free arts and crafts group for adults living with mental illness every Wednesday at 2 PM.

meeting to discuss philosophy using the Socratic method. Missoula Public Library, the first Wednesday of every month at 6 PM.

nightlife

Wednesday Night Brewery Jam invites all musicians to bring an instrument and join in. Yes, even you with the tuba. Hosted by Geoffrey Taylor at Imagine Nation Brewing Co. 6–8 PM. Free.

Every Wednesday is Community UNite at KettleHouse Brewing Company’s Northside tap room.

A portion of every pint sold goes to support the Great Burn Study Group. 5 PM–8 PM.

Win big bucks off your bar tab and/or free pitchers by answering trivia questions at Brains on Broadway Trivia Night at the Broadway Sports Bar and Grill. 7 PM. Trivia answer: Henry & June.

The ACLU of Montana host a nonpartisan discussion of local issues and how the ACLU is working to defend and preserve individual rights in Montana. Ten Spoon Winery. 6 PM. Free. (See Agenda.)

It’s really about the notes they aren’t playing. Trio Noir plays Jazz Night at the Top Hat. 7 PM. Free.

Grand ideas are welcome but hemlock tea is frowned upon at the Socrates Cafe, an informal

Get up onstage at VFW’s open mic, with a different host each

week. Half-price whiskey might help loosen up those nerves. 8 PM. Free.

Start your day with Yoga for Everyone at Missoula Senior Center at 9 AM. $4.

John August hosts Reggae Runs Thru It at the VFW. Reggae tunes spun by the finest Missoula DJs. 8 PM.

nightlife

Show your Press Box buddies just how brainy you are at Trivial Beersuit starting at 8:30 PM every Wednesday. $50 bar tab for the winning team.

Make the move from singing in the shower to a live audience at the Eagles Lodge karaoke night. $50 prize to the best singer.

8:30–10:30 PM. No cover.

Kraptastic Karaoke indulges your need to croon, belt and warble at the Badlander. 9 PM. No cover.

Punish your core in the great outdoors with Pilates in the Park. This week bring your exercise mat to Bonner Park. 6 PM. $3.

Basses Covered plays Draught Works from 6 PM–8 PM. Free.

Say “yes and” to a free improv workshop every Thursday at BASE. Free and open to all abilities, levels and interests.

725 W. Alder. 6:30 PM– 8 PM. Hip-hop supergroup Deltron 3030, made up of Del The Funky Homosapien, DJ Kid Koala and Dan “The Automator” Nakamura, play the Wilma. Doors at 7 PM, Show at 8. $28/$25 advance.

All those late nights watching gameshow reruns are finally paying off. Get cash toward your bar tab when you win first place at trivia at the Holiday Inn Downtown. 7:30–10 PM. The jazzy stylings of Chuck Florence, David Horgan and Beth Lo serenade the wine at Plonk Wine Bar from 8 PM–11 PM. Free.

Kris Moon hosts a night of volcanic party action featuring himself, DJ T-Rex and a rotating

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cast of local DJs projecting a curated lineup of music videos on the walls every Thursday at the Badlander. 9 PM. Free.

Is it big? Yeah, yeah, yeah.

Groove the night away at the Honeycomb Dance Party at Monk’s. 9 PM. Free.

The University of Montana presents a free outdoor screening of the movie about a guy who wrote one of Harry Potter’s textbooks. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them starts at approximately 9 PM on the UM Oval.

Knock knock? Who’s there?

Missoula’s Homegrown StandUp Comedy open mic at the Union Club. I don’t get it. Sign up at 9:30 PM. Show at 10 PM. Free.

Kaleidoscope Karaoke at the VFW kicks off at 9:30 PM. The Shareef don’t like this either.

Stomp the Catbox plays the Sunrise Saloon. 9:30 PM. Free.

Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal play the Top Hat at 10:15 PM. Free.

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THURSDAY AUGUST 31

I didn't realize until much later that it was really weird that my dad could never remember the name of G.I. Joe's archnemesis, the terrorist organization Cobra.

When ever I dumped out my action figures to sort them according to faction, my dad would inspect the neat rows of Crimson Guards and Para-Vipers and ask if G.I. Joe was going to finally defeat the ACLU. No matter how many times I corrected him, he seemed completely unable to remember that G.I. Joe fought Cobra and not the ACLU. Years later, as I learned more about my father and the world around me, a lot of things snapped into place.

I learned the American Civil Liberties Union weren't a figment of my father's grumpy paranoia, but an organization that works daily in courts, legislatures and communities to defend and preserve individual rights and liberties guaranteed to everyone in this country. Sure that's a great description, but what does the ACLU really do?

This fall, the ACLU of Montana is touring around the state to meet with Montana communities. Executive Director Caitlin Borgmann

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 1

Start your day with Yoga for Everyone at Missoula Senior Center at 9 AM. $4.

Start your day with Yoga for Everyone at Missoula Senior Center at 9 AM. $4.

MONDAY SEPTEMBER 4 A dollar from every cocktail sold between 12 PM and 8 PM at Montgomery Distillery goes to support the work of Missoula Education Foundation.

The Missoula Vet Center hosts T’ai Chi for Veterans with Michael Norvelle every Monday from 3 PM–4 PM. Free for veterans.

Former military members are invited to the Veterans for Peace Western Montana Chapter meeting, which will work to inform and advocate about peace issues. Meets at the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center, 519 S. Higgins Ave., on the first Monday of every month at 4 PM. Visit veteransforpeace.org to learn more.

Fifty percent of proceeds from Five on Black between 4 PM and 8 PM will go to support the Missoula Urban Demonstration Project.

The ACLU Statewide Tour comes to Ten Spoon Winery in Missoula on Wed., Sept. 6 at 6 PM. Visit aclumontana.org for a full schedule.

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It’s Mule-Tastic Tuesday, which means the Montana Distillery will donate $1 from every cocktail sold to a local nonprofit organization. 12–8 PM. The Blind Low Vision Support Group meets at Summit Independent Living. Meetings are held from 1PM–2:30 PM.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 6 NAMI Missoula hosts a free arts and crafts group for adults living with mental illness every Wednesday at 2 PM. Community UNite at KettleHouse Brewing Company’s Northside tap room. A portion of every pint sold goes to support local Missoula causes.

This week support the Great Burn Study Group.

5 PM–8 PM. Grand ideas are welcome but hemlock tea is frowned upon at the Socrates Cafe, an informal meeting to discuss philosophy using the Socratic method. Missoula Public Library, the first Wednesday of every month at 6 PM.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 7 Start your day with Yoga for Everyone at Missoula Senior Center at 9 AM. $4.

TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 5 will share details about the ACLU's strategies to protect civil liberties across the state and nation. These events are scheduled through October, stretching the breadth of the state. I might just invite my dad.

—Charley Macorn

Free and open to the shootinthebull.info for details.

Start your day with Yoga for Everyone at Missoula Senior Center at 9 AM. $4.

Shootin’ the Bull Toastmasters helps you improve your public speaking skills with weekly meetings at ALPS in the Florence Building, noon–1 PM.

Painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints can interfere with everyday tasks, but those living with arthritis can find support at Summit Independent Living. The Arthritis Support Group meets every first Thursday of the month, from noon-1 PM.

AGENDA is dedicated to upcoming events embodying activism, outreach and public participation. Send your who/what/when/where and why to AGENDA, c/o the Independent, 317 S. Orange, Missoula, MT 59801. You can also email entries to calendar@missoulanews.com or send a fax to (406) 543-4367. AGENDA’s deadline for editorial consideration is 10 days prior to the issue in which you’d like your information to be included. When possible, please include appropriate photos/artwork.

For tickets, visit the MSO Hub in downtown Missoula, call 543-3300 or go to

MissoulaOsprey.com.

Thursday, August 31 vs. Billings Mustangs

MEGA BREW FEST! Arrive early to sample an expanded menu of local microbrews. 21+, game ticket & wristband purchase required for BREWFEST entry.

Friday, September 1 vs. Billings Mustangs

Wednesday, September 6

Thursday, September 7

vs. Great Falls Voyagers

vs. Great Falls Voyagers

GLOVES GIVEAWAY! SUPER LAUNCH-A-BALL! TEXTING The first 750 Numbered tennis balls are sold for $1 each. After the game, fans throw their tennis ball(s) toward colored hula hoops on the field in an attempt to win cash & prizes. THIS NIGHT ONLY, we guarantee a winner of the cash prize, up to $750! And we are giving away not one, but TWO pairs of season tickets for 2018!

fans in the gate will receive texting gloves.

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FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT! In a display of appreciation to all Osprey fans, great prizes will be raffled away throughout the night to fans in attendance.

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GAME SHOW NIGHT!

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The Osprey promotional staff recreates your favorite game shows.

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Mountain High

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have some terrible news for you. I'm afraid that in all the confusion, we all missed the end of summer. That's a real bummer because Montana is a state built for summer recreation. Now instead of idly spending our summer days enjoying the great outdoors, we'll have to be stuck inside, idly watching Netflix and wishing we were outside. If your outdoor adventures this season were a bust, here’s a chance to get out and see the majesty of Montana, all from the back of your bicycle.

Take a weeklong bike tour of Glacier National Park with Cycling House. The trip takes you through rolling hills and mountainous terrain as you see the majesty of nature. Expect

to bike between 30 and 55 miles everyday. Meals and lodging are included in the total price, and you can even rent a bicycle if you don't have one ready to spin through a national park. With summer over, and the bleakness of fall before us, take one last summer trip, and make the summer of 2017 the most memorable one yet.

—Charley Macorn The Glacier Park Bicycle Tour starts Wed., Sept. 6 from West Glacier and ends on Sun., Sept. 10. Visit thecyclinghouse.com for registration and more info. $2,125.

photo by Joe Weston

THURSDAY AUGUST 31 Punish your core in the great outdoors with Pilates in the Park. This week bring your exercise mat to Franklin Park.

6 PM. $3.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 2 Need a little inspiration to get out of bed on the weekend? Run Wild Missoula’s Saturday Breakfast Club takes you on a run through Missoula. A free breakfast follows.

8 AM. Email hillaryo@runwildmissoula.org for more info and registration.

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 6 The En Plein Air Coffee Club mixes coffee and biking

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every Wednesday at the Missoula Art Park. The beans are free, but BYO camp stove and water. 8 AM– 9:15 AM. Head to therethere.space/coffeeclub for more info.

How’s your bucket list doing? Take a weeklong bicycle trip through Glacier National Park with Cycling House.

Visit thecyclinghouse.com for registration and more information. $2,195.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 7 Punish your core in the great outdoors with Pilates in the Park. This week bring your exercise mat to Bonner Park.

6 PM. $3.

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Laborer The primary responsibilities of a Field Technician will be assisting on the mitigation side; which would include light demolition work on jobsites and assisting our lead techs with inspections and job completion.

The company offers construction repair, fire and smoke repair, flooding and mold restoration, as well as hazmat and trauma clean up. This position will mainly be using shovels and other hand digging devices, as well as hammers.

This is an opportunity for a permanent position following a suc-

cessful probationary period as an LC Staffing employee to ensure a reliable employee that wants to learn the industry and grow with the company. Full job listing on-

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By Amy Alkon KNIGHT OF THE LIVING DEADE When my husband comes home from a stressful day at work, he likes to play shoot-’emup games on his phone. He says it relaxes him. I’d like to connect and talk before he goes into his mental man-cave. Also, when he’s into a game, it’s annoying even to ask what he wants for dinner.Your advice?

—Gaming Widow A stressed-out woman wants to talk about her feelings; a stressed-out man wants to gun down 87 slobbering zombies on his phone in hopes that his feelings get bored with him and go away.

It turns out that in dealing with emotional stress, men and women have some different neurochemical overlords.

If men’s had a name, it would be The Earl of Overkill, which is to say men tend to react neurochemically to social stress as they would to being chased through the woods by a maniac with a crossbow. First, there’s a surge of epinephrine and norepinephrine, neuromessengers (aka neurotransmitters) that are the bandleaders of the brain’s “fight or flight” reaction. These kick off survival-promoting changes in the body, like the heart beating faster, the release of the energy-mobilizing stress hormones adrenaline and cortisol, and blood coursing to the arms and legs (all the better to punch or run!).

Meanwhile, systems not needed to fight back or scram—like digestion and higher reasoning—get powered down.

Yep. That’s right. Higher reasoning goes all lights out; nobody’s home. So trying to “connect and talk” with a stressed-out man is like trying to have an existential debate with a vacant warehouse.

It’s even worse from the man’s end.

He’s gotten chemically and otherwise physiologically mobilized to bolt or do battle. But when there’s no crossbow-wielding dude to run from—just a bunch of social stress—there’s no use for all of these bodily resources that have been mustered up.

Psychologist John Gottman calls the effect from this “flooding,” explaining that men feel very physically uncomfortable and get extremely frustrated that their access to the brain’s departments of insight and witty bits is blocked. Not surprisingly, what makes them feel better is mentally checking out until these uncomfortable feelings go away.

Unfortunately, the thing that makes men feel better is in direct conflict with what works for women. Psychologist Shelley Taylor finds that women’s reaction to emotional stress is mediated by oxytocin, a neurotransmitter that facilitates emo-

tional bonding.This leads to what she calls a “tend and befriend” response: self-soothing through caring for and emotionally engaging with others. In other words, women tend to deal with emotional stress monsters by gabbing them down to size.

But, good news. You can have what you need if you just wait for your husband to have what he needs: time to calm down and reset so his brain’s higher reasoning center is no longer in “Hello, my name is Cinderblock!” mode. Decide together how much time that needs to be—half an hour, maybe? After that, he should put down the flamethrower and “advance to the next level”: spoken-word communication, and not just the sort where you ask him, “Is that ‘mmmph’ to steak or ‘mmmph’ you just ended World War III and saved the galaxy from Nazi zombies?”

LITTLE PHOTOSHOP OF HALOS Though the guy I broke up with recently was, ultimately, a pothead with zero ambition, I can’t stop thinking about all the sweet moments.

This feels better in the moment but just keeps me pining. How can I have a more balanced mental picture?

stacking the wood as it exits the machines. Pulling staples and prepping units for production.

Paper wrapping, banding and labeling finished lumber units.Working the prime line to paint finished lumber units. Help maintain workstations to meet safety requirements of the mill.The Company is well-established and offers crosstraining to various positions in the mill; great opportunity to find your career! Full job listing online at lcstaffing.com Job ID #40070

units for shipment. PT and FT positions available, day or swing shift.

Wage $12/hour. $13/hour differential pay for swing shift. Crosstrain on multiple pieces of equipment and processes. Be flexible and rotate as needed Must be able to lift 50-75#, continuously Exposure to production shop conditions; including moving mechanical equipment, and exposure to various fumes, heat, cold, and irritants. Full job listing online at lcstaffing.com Job ID# 40040

Plumber Helper Plumbing laborers will be trained to install plumbing in new and existing construction.The plumbers will be working at various job sites designated by the foreman each day.The primary responsibilities include cutting openings in structures in preparation for pipers, drilling holes, sweeping floors, and carrying pipes.This position is physically demanding; qualified candidates must lift up to 75lbs consistently. Construction background a plus! Full job listing online at lcstaffing.com Job ID #40103

Sales Assistant The key responsibilities for the sales assistant are greeting customers when they walk in and guiding them around the show room. Successful candidates have the ability to be creative to work with the different needs and styles of the customer requests and have excellent sales aptitude.The successful candidates have great teamwork and thrive in a fast paced, interactive sales environment. Full job listing online at lcstaffing.com Job ID# 40233

Production Control The ideal candidate will contribute to running the business by ensuring quality and on time delivery when preparing prefinished siding, including: loading of automated machines, painting of boards by hand, and bundling and packaging of

PROFESSIONAL Electrical Engineer CTA Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineer or Designer. Excellent pay and benefits package. Full job description at Missoula Job Service. employmissoula.com Job #10307334

—Selective Nostalgia Nostalgia is like crime-scene cleanup for your head: “My, what lovely new tiles.

You’d hardly know there was once a triple murder in this kitchen.”

We’ve got tons of information back in storage in our long-term memory (picture rows of shelves and old steel file cabinets going on for, like, forever). However, we can only bring out and reflect on a few pieces of information at a time—probably four, according to memory researcher Nelson Cowan. Predictably, we gravitate to memories of ourselves as, say, a beloved partner who made smart choices—as opposed to one who jumped in without looking and then upcycled the growing pile of red flags into dog beds to sell on Etsy.

You need a virtual drone cam to help you see the whole landscape at once, and it’s called “an index card.” On it, list all the bummer stuff about your ex that you need to keep in mind. Maybe save a photo of it on your phone.This should help you keep those pesky upsides in perspective, like how he was always so attentive to detail— if that’s what you’d call smoking tons of pot and spending several hours monitoring the hair on his left arm.

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Fair Trade Store Manager The Jeannette Rankin Peace Center is looking for a creative person to make a difference in the world as Manager of their Fair Trade store, The Olive Branch. Approximately 25-35 hours per week. Schedule flexible with some weekends and holidays required. Retail and financial management experience, excellent organizational and people skills required.

Knowledge of fair trade and computer software expertise preferred.

Resume and Cover Letter to Betsy Mulligan-Dague at peace@jrpc.org or JRPC, 519 S. Higgins, Missoula, MT 59801

Laboratory Technician Exciting opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join a leading provider in consulting, engineering, and technical services throughout Montana and worldwide. This is a diverse company, including individuals with expertise in science, research, engineering, construction, and information technology . More than 14,000 employees and 350 offices worldwide! Opportunity to work with team of 5 geotechnical engineers and 4 laboratory/field techniciansFull job listing online at lcstaffing.com Job ID# 40227 Public Defender Assistant Public Defenders represent indigent clients in case as described in the Montana Public Defender Act. Full job description at Missoula Job Service. employmissoula.com Job #10306572

SKILLED LABOR Boiler Operator The boiler operator is one of the most important positions in the production of quality lumber products. This operator controls the lumber during the drying process where efficient boiler/kiln operation has an important impact on the quality of the lumber. This is an opportunity for a permanent/long-term position following a successful probationary period as an LC Staffing employee to ensure a good fit for you and the business. Full job listing online at lcstaffing.com Job ID# 39893 Welder Reads and follows blueprints and work orders ensuring a quality product that meets customer demands. Welds different facets of a trailer, including but not limited to: tacking, clamping, and welding with proper bead size on bases and cages in accordance with the work order; ensures quality of welds for structural integrity. Follows all safety procedures, wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and reports any accidents or near misses to supervisor immediately.

Performs other related duties and assignments as required. Full job listing online at lcstaffing.com. Job ID #39965

MEDICAL Dental Assistant The Dental Assistant will assist the Dentist and support staff with patient care, office, and laboratory duties.You are productive and proficient in preparing and maintaining dental instruments, materials, and equipment. You have excellent communication skills and compassion required when doing patient intake, assisting Dentist, and educating patient and parent on oral hygiene and dental care. In a fully digital clinic, DA’s must be able to demonstrate knowledge of dental procedures, clinic infection control procedures, cleaning and sterilizing instruments, take and process diagnostic radiographs and understand OSHA, HIPPA regulations.

Full job listing online at lcstaffing.com Job ID #39855 Psychiatrist Seeking a BC/BE Psychiatry physician. Full-time position. Primarily an outpatient and consultation-liaison practice with small amount inpatient care.Very light call schedule. This is a very progressive psychiatric service line which includes a wide range of services including Behavioral Health Integration in numerous Patient Centered Medical Homes. Full job description at Missoula Job Service. employmissoula.com Job #10300305 RN Seeking a REGISTERED NURSE . Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Full job description at Missoula Job Service. employmissoula. com Job #10306272

SALES RV Parts Sales We are a growing company and always looking for an enthusiastic and outgoing individual to join our Retail Sales team. The Parts Sales Associate position has the opportunity to interact with hundreds of customers to assist them in purchasing RV parts and accessories.This is a great opportunity to start your sales career or take it to the next level. Full job description at Missoula Job Service. employmissoula.com Job #10306904

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PUBLIC NOTICES MNAXLP Montana Fourth Judicial District Court Missoula County Cause No.: DV-17719 Dept. No.: 4 Notice of Hearing on Name Change of Minor Child In the Matter of the Name Change of Kristopher Anthony Ocampo Andrea Knight, Petitioner. This is notice that Petitioner had asked the District Court to change a child’s name from Kristopher Anthony Ocampo to Kristopher Anthony Knight.

The hearing will be on 09/05/2017 at 3:00 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Missoula County.

Date: July 24, 2017 /s/ Shirley E. Faust, Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Deputy Clerk of Court Montana Fourth Judicial District Court Missoula County Cause No.: DV-17788 Dept.: 1 Leslie Halligan Notice of Hearing on Name Change In the Matter of the Name Change of Brenda Lineback Getz, Petitioner.

This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Brenda Lineback Getz to Brenda Lee Lineback The hearing will be on 09/20/2017 at 2:00 p.m. The hearing will be at the courthouse in Missoula County.

Date August 8, 2017 /s/ Shirley E. Faust Clerk of District Court /s/ By: Casie Jenks Deputy Clerk of Court Montana Fourth Judicial District Court, Missoula County Cause No. DP-17189 Judge Leslie Halligan NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE

ESTATE OF EVA D. AMUNDSON, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have been appointed Co-Personal Representatives of the above-named Estate. All persons having claims against the said decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the undersigned, return receipt requested, at Thompson Painter Law P.C., 176 South 32nd Street West, Suite 4, Billings, Montana 59102, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court.

DATED: August 8, 2017 /s/ Mark Cain /s/ Karen Hawkins THOMPSON PAINTER LAW P.C. By /s/ Courtney B. Darnell Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Cause No.: DP-17-184 Department No. 1 NOTICE TO CREDITORS In re the Matter of the Estate of JACK LEROY BOGAR, Deceased. 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 from the mailing of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must be mailed to

the Personal Representative c/o Matrium Law Group PLLC, 317 East Spruce, Missoula, MT 59802, or filed with the Clerk of the aboveentitled Court. The undersigned Personal Representative declares, under penalty of perjury, that the foregoing is true and correct. DATED this 16th day of August, 2017 by /s/ Claudia Lee Quinlivan State of Montana):ss.

County of Missoula) SIGNED AND VERIFIED to me on this 16 day of August, 2017 by CLAUDIA LEE QUINLIVAN. /s/ Lili R. Panarella, Notary Public for the State of Montana Residing at Missoula, MT My Commission Expires November 1, 2019 Dated this 16th day of August, 2017. /s/ Janel F. Chin, Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. 1 Cause No. DR-17420 PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF MICHAEL J. HEBERT, Petitioner, v. CATHY D. HEBERT, Respondent. COMES NOW the Petitioner, Michael J. Hebert, by and through counsel, Tiffany A. Nunnally of Christian, Samson & Jones, PLLC, and hereby respectfully petitions the Court as follows: I. The vital statistics concerning the parties are as follows: HUSBAND (a) Age: 50 (b) Occupation: Law Enforcement (c) Current Address: 240 Mount Ave., Missoula, MT 59801

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(d) Length of Montana residence: Greater than 90 days WIFE (a) Age: 49 (b) Occupation: Unemployed (e) Current Address: 2273 S. 13th St. W., Missoula, MT 59801 (c) Length of Montana residence: Greater than 90 days II. The parties were married at Hamilton, Montana, on April 21, 1987. The marriage is registered in Ravalli County, Montana. III. The parties separated on May 1, 2016. IV. The marriage of the parties is irretrievably broken in that there is serious marital discord which adversely affects one or both of the parties toward the marriage, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation. V. The conciliation provisions of the Montana Conciliation law do not apply and the requirements of Mont. Code Ann. §40-4-107 have been met. VI. There were children born of marriage who have reached the age of majority.

The wife is not currently pregnant. X. The parties hereto have accumulated real and personal property during their marriage, which should be equitably divided between them. The parties should provide each other with full disclosure of their assets, liabilities, amounts and sources of income, and monthly expenditures pursuant to Mont. Code Ann. § 40-4-252. XI. The parties hereto have accumulated liabilities during the marriage, which should be equitably distributed between them.

XII. Based upon Mont Code Ann. § 40-4-203, neither party should be required to pay maintenance to the other. XIII. Pursuant to Mont. Code Ann. § 40-4110, each party should be responsible for their respective attorneys’ fees. WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS (ASSETS, LIABILITIES, INCOME AND EXPENSES) OF § 40-4-251 THROUGH § 40-4-258 MAY SUBJECT A NONCOMPLYING PARTY TO PENALTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE LOSS OF ASSETS OR THE REQUIREMENT TO PAY LIABILITIES WHICH ARE NOT DISCLOSED. WAIVER OF SUCH DISCLOSURE BY A PARTY SEEKING DEFAULT MAY RESULT IN THE LOSS OF REMEDIES OTHERWISE AVAILABLE TO THAT PARTY. THE PARTIES ARE REQUIRED TO ABIDE BY THE RESTRAINING ORDERS SET FORTH IN THE SUMMONS AND TEMPO-

RARY RESTRAINING ORDERS ISSUED THEREIN UNTIL FURTHER ORDER OF THE COURT. WHEREFORE, Petitioner prays for the following relief: 1. That the marriage of the parties be dissolved; 2. That the real property, personal property and debts accumulated by the parties during their marriage be equitably distributed between them; 3. That, based upon Mont. Code Ann. § 40-4-203, neither party should be required to pay maintenance to the other. 4. That pursuant to Mont. Code Ann. § 40-4110, each party should be responsible for their respective attorneys’ fees and costs. 5. For such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper.

DATED this 13 day of June, 2017. /s/ Michael J. Hebert, Petitioner VERIFICATION STATE OF MONTANA ) ss.

County of Missoula ) Michael J. Hebert, being first duly sworn upon oath, deposes and states that he is the Petitioner in the foregoing dissolution of marriage proceeding; that he has read the foregoing Petition for Dissolution of Marriage and knows the contents thereof, and the facts and matters contained therein, to be true, accurate and complete to the best of his knowledge, information, and belief. /s/ Michael J. Hebert, Petitioner SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO before me, a Notary Public, this 13th day of June, 2017, by Michael J. Hebert. (SEAL) /s/ Sarah N. K. Testerman NOTARY PUBLIC for the State of Montana Residing at Florence, Montana My Commission Expires August 18, 2018 APPROVED AS TO FORM AND CONTENT: CHRISTIAN, SAMSON & JONES, PLLC By: /s/ Tiffany A. Nunnally Attorney for the Petitioner MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. 1 Cause No. DR-17420 SUMMONS AND TEMPORARY ECONOMIC RESTRAINING ORDER IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF MICHAEL J. HEBERT, Petitioner, v. CATHY D. HEBERT, Respondent. SUMMONS TO RESPONDENT: THE STATE OF MONTANA TO THE ABOVENAMED RESPONDENT, GREETINGS:You are hereby summoned to respond to the Petition in this proceeding which is filed in the office of the Clerk of this Court, a copy of which is

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

By Rob Brezsny ARIES (March 21-April 19): “We are continually faced by great opportunities brilliantly disguised as insoluble problems,” said businessman Lee Iacocca. You are currently wrestling with an example of this phenomenon, Aries. The camouflage is well-rendered. To expose the opportunity hidden beneath the apparent dilemma, you may have to be more strategic and less straightforward than you usually are—cagier and not as blunt. Can you manage that? I think so. Once you crack the riddle, taking advantage of the opportunity should be interesting.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Close your eyes and imagine this:You and a beloved ally get lost in an enchanted forest, discover a mysterious treasure and find your way back to civilization just before dark. Now visualize this: You give a dear companion a photo of your face taken on every one of your birthdays, and the two of you spend hours talking about your evolution. Picture this: You and an exciting accomplice luxuriate in a sun-lit sanctuary surrounded by gourmet snacks as you listen to ecstatic music and bestow compliments on each other. These are examples of the kinds of experiments I invite you to try in the coming weeks. Dream up some more! Here’s a keynote to inspire you: sacred fun.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): On its album “Jefferson’s Tree of Liberty,” Jefferson Starship plays a song I co-wrote, “In a Crisis.” On its album “Deeper Space/Virgin Sky,” the band covers another tune I co-wrote, “Dark Ages.” Have I received a share of the record sales? Not a penny. Am I upset?

Not at all. I’m glad the songs are being heard and enjoyed. I’m gratified that a world-famous, multiplatinum band chose to record them. I’m pleased my musical creations are appreciated. Now here’s my question for you, Gemini: Has some good thing of yours been “borrowed”? Have you wielded a benevolent influence that hasn’t been fully acknowledged? I suggest you consider adopting an approach like mine. It’s prime time to adjust your thinking about how your gifts and talents have been used, applied or translated.

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CANCER (June 21-July 22): Author Roger von Oech tells us that creativity often involves “the ability to take something out of one context and put it into another so that it takes on new meanings.” According to my analysis of the astrological omens, this strategy could and should be your specialty in the coming weeks. “The first person to look at an oyster and think food had this ability,” says von Oech. “So did the first person to look at sheep intestines and think guitar strings. And so did the first person to look at a perfume vaporizer and think gasoline carburetor.” Be on the lookout, Cancerian, for inventive substitutions and ingenious replacements.

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LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): When famous socialite Nan Kempner was young, her mother took her shopping at Yves Saint Laurent’s salon. Nan got fixated on a certain white satin suit, but her mean old mother refused to buy it for her. “You’ve already spent too much of your monthly allowance,” Mom said. But the resourceful girl came up with a successful gambit. She broke into sobs, and continued to cry nonstop until the store’s clerks lowered the price to an amount she could afford. You know me, Leo: I don’t usually recommend resorting to such extreme measures to get what you want. But now is one time when I am giving you a go-ahead to do just that. system that we know as the World Wide Web. When asked if he had any regrets c communication about his pioneering work, he named just one. There was no need for him to have inserted the VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): The computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee invented the miraculous

double slash—“//”—after the “http:” in web addresses. He’s sorry that Internet users have had to type those irrelevant extra characters so many billions of times. Let this serve as a teaching story for you, Virgo.

As you create innovations in the coming weeks, be mindful of how you shape the basic features.The details you include in the beginning may endure.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The sadness you feel might be the most fertile sadness you have felt in a long time. At least potentially, it has tremendous motivating power. You could respond to it by mobilizing changes that would dramatically diminish the sadness you feel in the coming years, and also make it less likely that sadness-provoking events will come your way. So I invite you to express gratitude for your current sadness.That’s the crucial first step if you want to harness it to work wonders.

(Oct. 23-Nov. 21): “Don’t hoot with the owls at night if you want to crow with the rooster in the morning,” advised Miss Georgia during the Miss Teen USA Pageant. Although that’s e SCORPIO usually good counsel, it may not apply to you in the coming weeks. Why? Because your capacity for revelry will be at an all-time high, as will your ability to be energized rather than drained by your revelry.

It seems you have a special temporary superpower that enables you both to have maximum fun and get a lot of work done.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): During this phase of your astrological cycle, it makes sense to express more leadership. If you’re already a pretty good guide or role model, you will have the power to boost your benevolent influence to an even higher level. For inspiration, listen to educator Peter Drucker: “Leadership is not magnetic personality. That can just as well be a glib tongue. It is not ‘making friends and influencing people.’That is flattery. Leadership is lifting a person’s vision to higher sights, raising a person’s performance to a higher standard, building a personality beyond its normal limitations.”

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advice I wouldn’t normally give a Capricorn. You thrive on being grounded and straightforg That’s ward. But I’m making an exception now.The astrological omens compel me. So what does it mean, CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “One should always be a little improbable,” said Oscar Wilde.

exactly? How might you be “improbable”? Here are suggestions to get you started. 1. Be on the lookout for inspiring ways to surprise yourself. 2. Elude any warped expectations that people have of you.

3. Be willing to change your mind. Open yourself up to evidence that contradicts your theories and beliefs.

4. Use telepathy to contact Oscar Wilde in your dreams, and ask him to help you stir up some benevolent mischief or compassionate trouble.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A modern Israeli woman named Shoshana Hadad got into trouble because of an event that occurred long before she was born. In 580 B.C., one of her male ancestors married a divorced woman, which at that time was regarded as a sin. Religious authorities decreed that as punishment, none of his descendants could ever wed a member of the Cohen tribe. But Hadad did just that, which prompted rabbis to declare her union with Masoud Cohen illegal. I bring this tale to your attention as a way to illustrate the possibility that you, too, may soon have to deal with the consequences of past events. But now that I have forewarned you, I expect you will act wisely, not rashly. You will pass a tricky test and resolve the old matter for good.

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PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Want to live to be 100? Then be as boring as possible. That’s the conclusion of longevity researchers, as reported by the Weekly World News.To ensure a maximum life span, you should do nothing that excites you. You should cultivate a neutral, blah personality, and never travel far from home. JUST KIDDING! I lied.The Weekly World News is in fact a famous purveyor of fake news. The truth, according to my analysis of the astrological omens, is that you should be less boring in the next seven weeks than you have ever been in your life. To do so will be superb for your health, your wealth and your future.

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herewith served upon you, and to file your Response in this Court, and serve a copy thereof upon Petitioner’s attorney within twenty-one (21) days after the service of this Summons, exclusive of the day of service; and in case of your failure to appear or respond, judgment will be taken against you by default, for the relief demanded in the Petition.

TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER TO BOTH PARTIES:This TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER is issued automatically pursuant to Mont. Code Ann. § 40-4-121(3), and provides: 1. BOTH PARTIES ARE HEREBY RESTRAINED from transferring, encumbering, hypothecating, concealing or in any way disposing of any property, real or personal, whether jointly or separately held, without either the consent of the other party or an order of the Court, except in the usual course of business or for the necessities of life. Each party must no-

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tify the other party of any proposed extraordinary expenditures at least five (5) business days before incurring the expenditures and to account to the Court for all extraordinary expenditures made after service of this SUMMONS (however, this TEMPORARY RESTRAINING ORDER does not preclude either party from using any property to pay reasonable attorney fees in order to retain counsel in the proceeding).

2. BOTH PARTIES ARE HEREBY RESTRAINED from cashing, borrowing against, canceling, transferring, disposing of, or changing the beneficiaries of any insurance or other coverage, including life, health, automobile, and disability coverage held for the benefit of a party or the child of a party for whom support may be ordered. WITNESS, my hand and seal of this Court, this 15th day of June, 2017. /s/ Shirley E. Faust Clerk of District Court (Court Seal)

By: J. Atkins Deputy Clerk MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 1 Cause No. DP-17-208 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF VALERIE A. LOCKRIDGE, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Estate. All persons having claims against the Deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or their claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to Melvin E. Lockridge, Jr., the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, in care of Tiffany Nunnally at 310 West Spruce Street, Missoula, Montana 59802, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. DATED this 17th day of August, 2017. /s/ Melvin E. Lockridge, Jr. Personal Representative MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY Dept. No. 1 Probate No. DP17-151 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: JANE S. RAGSDALE, Deceased.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Amy Ragsdale has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed estate. All persons having claims against the Deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or their claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to

Martha L. Goodloe,Attorney for the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at 1603 Jackson St., Missoula, MT 59802, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Montana the foregoing is true and correct. Dated this 13th day of June, 2017. /s/ Amy Ragsdale, Personal Representative of the Estate of Jane S. Ragsdale /s/ Martha L. Goodloe, Attorney for Personal Representative.

MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, MISSOULA COUNTY DEPT. NO. 4 PROBATE NO. DP-17-204 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF GOTTLIEB BEIERLE, Deceased. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to DARLENE B. DAVIS, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at c/o Worden Thane P.C., P.O. Box 4747, Missoula, MT 598064747, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court.

DATED this 10th day of August, 2017. /s/ Darlene B. Davis c/o Worden Thane P.C. P.O. Box 4747, Missoula, Montana 59806-4747 WORDEN THANE P.C. Attorneys for Personal Representative By: /s/ Gail M. Haviland, Esq. MONTANA FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT,

These pets may be adopted at Missoula Animal Control 541-7387 BOBBIE•

Bobbie is a 15-year-old female Brown Tabby Manx. This super cuddly senior gal is hoping to find a retirement home to live the rest of her days. Bobbie's favorite activity is lounging about in cat trees and beds. She is a master at finding the most comfy cuddle spot in the house. Bobbie would make a great lap cat, and despite her size, is rather agile and able to jump up and down off of furniture unassisted.

GARÇON• Garçon is a 13-year-old male Jack Russell Terrier. He is a very happy and welltrained old chap. He came to us when his previous owner's health issues became too advanced to also care for a senior dog. Garçon does not particularly like other dogs or cats, but he loves people of all ages. Garçon knows many tricks and has great house manners.

PUMA•Puma is a 5-year-old female long-haired cat. This gorgeous girl is very cuddly, but only when she says it's snuggle time. Puma is not the best at self care, and would need an owner who can help her keep brushed, and clean. She loves to be groomed, letting you know by kneading your lap and rubbing against your legs. Puma has a personality to match her name and prefers to be the only object of your affection.

DEMPSEY• Dempsey is a 3-year-old male Pit Bull/Lab mix. He is a very quiet and sweet boy. He loves playing with other dogs and getting human attention. Dempsey enjoys playing with plush toys, has no idea how to play fetch, will perform a few basic commands when treats are readily available.

He has great leash manners, waits to be given permission to go through a doorway, and does not ususally jump up on people.

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BERRIGAN• Berrigan is a 4-5-year-old male long-haired black cat. His favorite place to lay is in your lap while you shower him with your adoration. His laid back personality coupled with his majestic black fur make him quite the charmer. However, these same traits seem to make him less noticeable at the shelter, as he keeps getting passed over for more colorful or demanding cats.

DAISY• Daisy is a 2-year-old female American Pit Bull Terrier. She loves all people and enjoys kids. Daisy needs a cat free home, and is a bit picky about what kind of dogs she wants to hang out with. Daisy is an energetic dog that would love to have a fenced yard in her new home so she always has a place to play. Once she has had her exercise, Daisy is content to lounge on the couch for the rest of the day.

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These pets may be adopted at the Humane Society of Western Montana 549-3934 KEVIN• Kevin is an energetic, playful, and outgoing 1-year-old dog. He loves to play with other dogs, hike, and wade in the water. Kevin is looking for a new best friend and someone who will continue his education. For more information call the Humane Society of Western Montana at (406)549-3934.

JACKIE• August 17th is Black Cat Appreciation day. What better way to appreciate a black cat than to take one home! Jackie is one of the many available black cats at the Humane Society of Western Montana. She is an outgoing, playful, adorable adult who is sure to brighten your day.

Visit www.myhswm.org to view all adoptable cats.

SHELBY• Sweet Shelby is an easygoing, 4year-old, medium-sized dog. She gets along with people of all ages and dogs. In her previous home she lived mostly outside so she can't wait to find a home where she can live indoors and be a part of the family. You can visit her at the Humane Society of Western Montana Wed-Fri 1-6pm or Sat/Sun 12-5pm.

ARNO• Striking Arno is a 4-year-old, longhaired, male cat. He was originally transferred to the Humane Society of Western Montana from an overcrowded shelter. He’s quickly made friends with staff, visitors, and volunteers alike.

Outgoing, affectionate, and regal, Arno is sure to make his adopter happy. Call (406)549-3934 for more information.

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FLUFFY• Fluffy has a lot of personality in a little 14-pound body. He loves to learn and show off his tricks. Fluffy can be a bit pushy to other small dogs and prefers to have the human attention all to himself. To learn more about Fluffy or other adoptable dogs visit www.myhswm.org/adopt/dogs-puppies/.

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SANDY• Sweet and petite, Sandy is a cuddly 2-year-old cat. She gets along well with other cats and will even groom and snuggle with her companions. Sandy is friendly towards the kids who play with her at the shelter and loves to use her scratching post.

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MISSOULA COUNTY Probate No. DP-17-100 Dept. 2 NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MAXWELL A. UPPER, Deceased. 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 months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to WENDY A. MANTHEY, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Church, Harris, Johnson & Williams, P.C., at P.O. Box 1645, Great Falls, Montana 59403, or filed with the Clerk of the aboveentitled Court. DATED this 22 day of July, 2017. /s/ Wendy A. Manthey, PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE NOTICE OF HEARING The Missoula Board of County Commissioners will conduct a hearing on the proposed expenditure of Open Space Bond proceeds on the following project: CahoonWoodworth Meadows Project A hearing on a proposal to use $90,000 of Open Space bond funding

towards the purchase of a conservation easement on 100 acres near in the Woodworth Meadows area near Seeley Lake, MT. Five Valleys Land Trust would hold the conservation easement. The cost in bond funding per acre would be $900.

The Commissioners will conduct the hearing at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 14, 2017, in Room 151 of the County Courthouse, 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, Montana Any person wishing to be heard on the matter may speak at the hearing and/or submit written or other materials to the Commissioners at the hearing or by mail, fax or personal delivery to the Commissioners. Offices: 199 West Pine. Mail: 200 West Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802. FAX: (406) 7214043. Copies of the proposed project are available for public inspection at the Missoula County Community and Planning Services, 323 W. Alder, Missoula, Montana. If anyone attending any of these meetings needs special assistance, please provide advance notice by calling 258-4657. Missoula County will provide auxiliary aids and services.

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Cause No. DV-16-451

Dept. No. 3 WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., its successors in interest and/or assigns, Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF GLEN COOPER and ALYCE COOPER; GLEN COOPER, deceased; ALYCE COOPER, deceased; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF WAYNE COOPER; WAYNE COOPER, deceased; DEAN COOPER; LINDA MORRISON; and all other persons unknown claiming or who might claim any right, title, estate or interest in or lien or encumbrance upon the real and personal property described in the complaint for foreclosure adverse to plaintiffs ownership or any cloud upon plaintiff’s title thereto, whether such claim or possible claim be present or contingent, Defendants.

TO BE SOLD AT SHERIFF’S SALE: TERMS: CASH, or its equivalent; NO personal checks On the 19th day of September, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at the front door of the Missoula County Courthouse, 200 W. Broadway, Missoula, County of Missoula, State of Montana, that certain real property situated in said Missoula County, and more particularly described as follows: Lots 7 and 8 in Block “B” of Carline Addition #2, a platted subdivi-

CLARK FORK STORAGE will auction to the highest bidder abandoned storage units owing delinquent storage rent for the following unit(s): 12, 117. Units can contain furniture, cloths, chairs, Toys, kitchen supplies, tools, sports equipment, books, beds, other misc household goods, vehicles & trailers. These units may be viewed starting 9/4/2017 by appt only by calling 541-7919. Written sealed bids may be submitted to storage offices at 3505 Clark Fork Way, Missoula, MT 59808 prior to 9/7/2017 at 4:00 P.M. Buyer’s bid will be for entire contents of each unit offered in the sale.

Only cash or money orders will be accepted for payment. Units are reserved subject to redemption by owner prior to sale, All Sales final.

sion in Missoula County, Montana, according to the official recorded plat thereof KNOWN AS 2133 Mount Ave., Missoula, MT 59801 DATED this 20th day of August, 2017. /s/ T.J. McDERMOTT Sheriff of Missoula County, Montana By /s/ David L. Merifield, Deputy

Trap & Skeet Club. Plans and specifications available at missoulatrapandskeetclub.co m. Pre-bid walk thru on 8/30/17@ 2pm, 8890 Hwy 10 West, Missoula, MT 59808. Plans to be received by 5pm 9/25/17, send to MT&SC, PO Box 16152, Missoula, MT 59808.

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Showing: 2:00-4:00 p.m. Bids opened: 5:00 p.m.

Sealed bids for construction of new 30’ x 42’ storage shed addition for Missoula

SILENT AUCTION. 4K Mini Storage 1540 Wyoming Street. Units: #4, #28, #89.

Montana 4th Judicial District Court Missoula County In the Matter of the Name Change of Claire Payne, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-17793 Dept. No.: 2 Robert L. Deschamps, III NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE This is notice that Petitioner has asked the

District Court for a change of name from Claire Suzanne Payne to Claire Suzanne Sriraman The hearing will be on 9/26/17 at 11:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Missoula County. Date: 8/14/2017 /s/ Shirley E Faust Clerk of District Court By /s/ Andy Brunkhart, Deputy Clerk of Court

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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal and State Fair Housing Acts, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, marital status, age, and/or creed or intention to make any such preferences, limitations, or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, and pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate that is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis.

To report discrimination in housing call HUD at toll-free at 1-800-877-7353 or Montana Fair Housing toll-free at 1-800-929-2611

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MOBILE HOMES Lolo RV Park. Spaces available to rent. W/S/G/Electric included. $495/month. 406-273-6034

DUPLEXES

211 S. 4th Street East #1. 3 bed/1 bath, close to U, W/D hookups $1050. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

Rattlesnake Creek, walk to UM/downtown, backyard dance studio, fenced yard, pets allowed, avail: Sept. 15-Dec. 15 $1,700.

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509 S. 5th St. E. #1. 1 bed/1 bath, two blocks to University, sunroom, coin-ops, HEAT PAID $775. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

Near Downtown 2Bd/1Ba, new flooring & windows, country kitchen. Large yard. $1100. 5469105

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OUT OF TOWN

1863 S. 5th St. E. 3 bed/2.5 bath, brand new, energy efficient, central location. $1500 Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

11270 Napton Way 2C. 3 bed/1 bath, HEAT PAID, central Lolo location, lots of interior updates. $925. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

237 1/2 E. Front St. “D” Studio/ 1 bath, downtown, coin-ops $625 Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

FIDELITY

2905 O’Shaughnessy #108. 2 bed/2 bath, newer Hellgate Meadows townhouse, W/D, A/C, gas fireplace $1250. Grizzly Property Management 542-2060

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Property Management 422 Madison • 549-6106 For available rentals: www.gcpm-mt.com

REAL ESTATE HOMES FOR SALE

Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com

2 Bdr, 1 Bath South 39th St home, $245,000. BHHSMT Properties.

For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 2 Bdr, 1 Bath, Lewis & Clark home. $178,000. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy

3 Bdr, 2 Bath, Huson home on 5.5 acres. $390,000. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 3625 Kingsbury. Pleasant View 3 bed, 3 bath on corner lot with 2 car garage. $289,900. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group.

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“You gotta love where you live!”

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bring 30 years of real estate experience, knowledge of financing, honesty and integrity to my business to help buyers and sellers make sound decisions for their future.

My career in real estate is a lifestyle for me, rather than a job that I go to everyday. I balance my life with my love of the outdoors that includes hiking, canoeing, camping, backpacking and skiing. Here in Montana we love the seasons and utilize them to the fullest. We are truly lucky to live in a beautiful place and an amazing town!

My motto for my clients is “You gotta love where you live!” And Missoula offers all the requirements to love where you live.

For location and more info, view these and other properties at:

www.rochelleglasgow.com

Rochelle Glasgow Office: 406.728.8270 Cell:(406) 544-7507 • glasgow@montana.com

Remember ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT WILDFIRES. smokeybear.com

@gmail.com 4 Bdr, 3 Bath, Grant Creek home on 5.7 acres. $415,000. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 425 S 5th St West-This is an amazing stunning historic gem.

The beautiful Victorian was built in 1890 and has absolute charm of yesteryear. $625,000 KD 2405227 PorticoRealEstate.com 529 Blaine. Price reduced to $275,000. It’s a gem and ready to move into with tons of charm and amazing location in the heart of the Slant Streets and so close to everything near town! KD 240-5227 PorticoRealEstate.com 6 Elk Ridge. 4 bed, 3 bath in gated Rattlesnake community with shared pool & tennis court. Many new upgrades. $795,000. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group 2398350, shannonhilliard5@ gmail.com 665 E Kent. Wow, university area charmer on a double lot for $320,000! 3 bedroom, 1 bath, in great condition and ready to move into! KD 240-5227 PorticoRealEstate.com 6869 Deadman Gulch. Private 4 bed, 3 bath on 2.71 acres with deck & 3 car garage. $890,000.

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Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group. 239-8350 shannonhilliard5@gmail.com 7122 Brooke Lynn. Brand new 5 bed, 3 bath with open floor plan, gas fireplace, deck & timber frame accents. $419,900.

Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group. 239-8350 shannonhilliard5 @gmail.com 901 Defoe. Updated 3 bed, 1 bath with new flooring & deck, Near Northside pedestrian bridge. $219,900. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group. 239-8350, shannonhilliard5@gmail.com

CONDOS 1 Bdr, 1 Bath, Lolo Townhome. $200,000. BHHSMT Properties.

For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 2025 Mullan Heights #306. 2 bed, 2.5 bath facing the Clark Fork River. $249,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816 anne@movemontana.com 3 Bdr, 1 Bath, Northside Townhome. $185,000. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com Condo - University District 951 Ronald #409. 62&older. 2 bed-

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56 Dissenter's position 58 Quick sprint for "Late Night" host Seth?

60 "___ White People" (2017 Netflix original series) 61 Destroy, as a recording 62 Cookie that somehow did a Swedish Fish version 63 "Legend of the Guardians" birds 64 The gauche half of an etiquette list 65 "Crud!"

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13 "Go team!" cheer 18 "___ the Worst" (show on FXX) 22 "The Simpsons" disco guy et al.

25 Ceramics oven 26 Health clinic pamphlet subjects 28 "The Big Board," for short 29 Back-to-school mo.

30 Innate quality 32 Hybrid J-Pop group that debuted "Gimme Chocolate!!" in the U.S. in 2016 33 Yardstick fraction 34 "One ___ Over the Line" 35 Major constellation?

36 Bread that gets filled 40 Cure-alls 41 Home to some one-star reviews 42 Pillages 43 Galapagos owner 47 Having a handle?

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REAL ESTATE

room,1½ baths, New carpet & windows. Terrific location. For sale by owner with owner financing. $119,000; 406-274-3466 Uptown Flats #301. 814 sf one bedroom plus bonus room. $184,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816 anne@movemontana.com Uptown Flats #303. Modern 1 bed, 1 bath, 612 sq.ft. near downtown and Clark Fork River. $159,710. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816 anne@movemontana.com Uptown Flats #308. 612 sf one bedroom facing residential neigh-

borhood. $159,000. Anne Jablonski, Portico Real Estate 546-5816 anne@movemontana.com

erties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com

DUPLEXES

13221 Old Freight. Approximately 11 acres near St. Ignatius with incredible Mission Mountain views. $86,900. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group. 239-8350 shannonhilliard5@gmail.com

1779-81 W Sussex. Centrally located duplex close to shopping and parks and schools! Great investment opportunity. One 2 bedroom, 1 bath, one 3 bedroom 1 bath. Live in one and rent the other or rent both! $192,500 KD 240-5227 PorticoRea Estate.comLand for Sale 1 Bdr, 1 Bath, Upper Rattlesnake home on 3.6 acres on Ray Creek. $500,000. BHHS Montana Prop-

2.1 acre waterfront lot in Alberton. $179,000. BHHS Montana Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com For Sale by Owner: 11.75 Acres at Calf Creek Trailhead, bordering State of MT property. Located on NE corner of Hamilton Heights Rd & Gray Fox Ln, in Corvallis.

New, unused, septic on site. Electric service installed. Includes 2 barns and other out buildings. For addt’l details contact: Bryan Mosley @ bmosley1385 @gmail.com or call 617-9013850 for pricing.

NHN Raymond. Beautiful .43 acre lot in quiet Rattlesnake neighborhood. $245,000. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group.

239-8350 shannonhilliard5 @gmail.com NHN Weber Butte Trail. 60 acre ranch in Corvallis with sweeping

The Uptown Flats #301 814 sf condo on top floor with deck. South facing windows capture lots of natural light.

Secured parking. Carport & storage unit.

MLS #21702314

$184,000

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5576 CIRCLE DR, FLORENCE $225,000 Charming, well-maintained 3 bed. 1.5 bath with large fenced backyard on 1 acre. Beautiful views of the Bitterroots & Sapphires. One level living with sunken dining room and office.

Mature trees, raspberry patch, covered back porch, lilacs in front and back. Double garage. Great neighborhood 20 minutes from Missoula. MLS #21707610

2161 South 10th Street • $269,900

Call Matt Rosbarsky at 390-9023 for more information.

Bitterroot views. $675,000. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group 239-8350. shannonhilliard5 @gmail.com

COMMERCIAL Holland Lake Lodge. Lodge with restaurant, gift shop & Montana

Large 4+ bed, 3 bath across from Franklin Park with Rattlesnake views. New furnace & water heater. Lots of shade trees. liquor license on 12 acres of USFS land. $5,000,000. Shannon Hilliard, Ink Realty Group 2398350. shannonhilliard5 @gmail.com

OUT OF TOWN 230 Lakeside Drive- Lolo- Amaz-

ingly sweet lot with peaceful and private back yard complete with small pond/water feature, beautiful rock and garden landscaping. $250,000. KD 406-240-5227 PorticoRealEstate.com 3 Bdr, 2 Bath, Stevensville home on 1.6 acres. $750,000. BHHSMT

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Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com 3 Bdr, 2 Bath, Stevensville home on 15 acres. $378,500. BHHSMT Properties. For more info call Mindy Palmer @ 239-6696, or visit www.mindypalmer.com

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Must have Montana ID and medical records. Please Call 406-249-1304 for a FREE consultation or alternativewellness.nwmt@gmail.com

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