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Yellowstone flooding hits home By Kristi Niemeyer for the Valley Journal
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When the Yellowstone River leapt out of its banks Monday morning, Polson resident Dayna McClure was in Gardiner with a group of friends and retired Yellowstone Park employees who call themselves the Ladies Hiking Group. The first she heard of the massive flooding was a text from her daughter, Erin. “I guess you’re not going anywhere,” the text read. “I said ‘what are you talking about?’” Outside the door of their vacation rental, where it had been raining steadily since Sunday morning, the river had already collapsed portions of the five-mile stretch of road leading into Mammoth Hot Springs from Gardiner. As McClure and her friends watched, it was busily gnawing away the foundation of a house rented by park employees, which eventually toppled into the river. The hiking group and thousands of others evacuated from the park were stranded in Gardin-
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A portion of the North Entrance Road from Gardiner to Mammoth, collapsed during last week’s historic flooding.
er until Tuesday, when a slow-moving caravan headed north on Hwy. 89 to Livingston, traversing parts of the road that were inundated with three feet of water just the day before. They passed the spot where the steel-truss Carbella Bridge on Tom Miner Creek Road had washed away early Monday. “Our son used to jump off the top of that bridge,” McClure recalled. Behind them, the town
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Members of the McClure family (that’s Dayna in the foreground and Craig behind, to the right) during a visit to Yellowstone Park’s Lower Blacktail Patrol Cabin, demolished by flooding June 13.
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where Dayna and her husband, Craig, spent 26 years was hemorrhaging its lifeblood: the tourists who swell its population each summer and winter, sustaining the guides, restaurants, motels and vacation rentals that keep its economy afloat. A friend told Dayna that what’s left “feels like a ghost town.” The McClures, both retired Park Service employees, raised their two children in Gardiner, living in a historic cabin just inside the park boundary. As an engineer, Dayna supervised the road crew for four years, ,worked in the maintenance division, and oversaw the facility management program which inventoried “every built thing in park,” from 1,000 miles of trail to culverts, bridges, roads, and water and sewage treatment plants – many of them impacted by last weekend’s flooding. Craig was a park ranger whose duties ranged from law enforcement to resource management. They were on hand for the fires of 1988 that ravaged 75% of the park. “That was so devastating but not on the scale that this is,” Dayna says. “Things burned, but they came back. This is going to have such an impact for many years. Just the debris left in the Yellowstone River will be there for decades.” Their children, Erin and Gavin, were once raft guides on the Yellowstone. “They knew the name of every rapid – Queen of the Water, Sleeping Giant,” she says. “The put-ins and takeouts are gone. That’s going to be a whole new river.” Those changes will no doubt impact raft companies and fly-fishing 2 - June 22, 2022
Crumbling embankments washed a home in Gardiner down the Yellowstone River last week.
guides that ply the Yellowstone from May through October. McClure says a family friend who owns a wolf-guiding business that takes tourists into the Lamar Valley may lose a season too, since the north entrance to the park is closed indefinitely. The road from Gardiner to Silver Gate and Cook City through Lamar Valley is typically accessible year around and serves as the only plowed thoroughfare during the winter months. Its continued closure would strand residents in those tiny mountain towns. The flood washed away swaths of the highway between Gardiner and Mammoth, causing mud and rockslides, claiming a bridge and crumbling asphalt into the river. That’s in addition to damage inside the park that forced the evacuation of 10,000 visitors and closed all
five entrances. Rain, which is already 400% above average for June, drenched the area, falling on top of recent snow. The combination propelled stream flows in the river as high as 51,000 cubic feet per second – that’s roughly 20,000 cubic feet per second more than the high recorded in the 1990s. Now, the Park Service “will have to triage and decide ‘what are we going to do, where are we going to spend the money,’” Dayna says. Among the myriad complications: the park’s laundry services are located in Gardiner, and its headquarters are in Mammoth. The road closure also impacts the many seasonal park employees who rent or own homes in Gardiner. “It’s just going to add another level of challenge for folks Valley Journal
during the busy tourist season,” says Craig. “I think we’re very fortunate we have a good management team down there. They’ll try to do whatever they can … It’s just going to take some time.” In an announcement Friday, the National Park Service said the park’s southern loop will open June 22 allowing limited access to Madison, Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake, Norris and Canyon Village. The press release also said the park is working to reconnect Mammoth Hot Springs to Gardiner and Cooke City/Silver Gate “as soon as possible with temporary solutions, while long-term reconstruction is planned.” A personal loss for the McClure family was the historic Lower Blacktail Patrol Cabin, built in the 1920s at the convergence of the Yellowstone
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River and Blacktail Deer Creek. The cabin, demolished by the flood, had been a favorite hiking destination for the McClure family and many park employees. Dayna’s hiking group was there last August, and Craig helped rescue it from the fires of 1988. “It’s such an iconic piece of our history, our memory,” Dayna says. The couple shares a deep concern for the immense park and the community on its edge that they know so well. “It’s just being isolated and stranded that’s really going to hurt,” says Dayna of her former hometown. “Groups are pulling together to help support folks,” adds Craig. “But what they really need is business.”
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The Flathead River flows fast and full under Buffalo Bridge. Boat launches at both Buffalo and Sloan’s Bridge were mostly submerged last week.
High waters pose risks to recreators By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal
Traveling circus stops in Ronan Story and photos by Taylor Davison / Valley Journal
RONAN — The Lake County Fairgrounds hosted the Mission Valley Carnival and Circus on Saturday, June 18. Sponsored by SAFE Harbor, which serves Lake County and the Flathead Reservation to provide shelter, safety, nurturing, advocacy, financial support and healing to the survivors of domestic violence, the event drew in crowds of families
throughout the day. The carnival was free for all who attended, and featured a variety of fun activities for kids. From a bouncy house, face painting, pony ride, and even a dunk tank, there was plenty to keep the families entertained while they waited for the main show. The biggest draw of the day, of course, was the Culpepper & Merriweather Great Combined Circus coming to town. With two shows throughout the day, several talented performers graced the stage. The
show started with a visit from Delilah the Tiger and Wendell the Lion, followed by aerial performances, a masterful balancing act, and some blindfolded navigation of “The Wheel of Death” by two siblings. Leo the clown’s frequent appearances between acts kept the kids engaged and enthused by encouraging audience participation during his plate spinning act. There was even a special section on bird rescue, in which one performer explained his accompanying cockatoos
were both rescues, and working with the circus had allowed him to rescue 18 birds. Kids could even buy inexpensive paintings done by the cockatoos themselves to help support the cause. “I liked the acrobats,” one young attendee said, pointing to the picture in the circus’ coloring book obtained during intermission. “It was a really fun time for the kids,” one parent visiting stated. “I hope the show comes back another year.”
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LAKE COUNTY — As flooding in Montana has been declared a major disaster by the President, officials would like to remind everyone to act safely during this time of increased water danger. Energy Keepers of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes has reported that the current water elevation of Flathead Lake is 2892.7 feet and very slowly filling, while current river flows over the channel are 51,500 cubic feet per second (CFS) and slowly rising as the lake rises. They further report that there is still some high elevation snowpack above 6,000 feet in the basin and with upcoming warm weather and another possible round of rain, we could see a modest surcharge of Flathead Lake. It is possible, they state, that the lake could rise to approximately 2893.5 feet before settling down into its summer operating range. Swift moving waters of engorged rivers pose risk to recreators. Flood tips from the Red Cross remind those interested in getting to their summer water activities that high water is cold and very fast moving, often carrying dangerous debris left over from winter thaws. It is advised to wait until water has settled to summer operating range to begin water activities, or take extensive safety precautions if fast moving water cannot be avoided. June 22, 2022 - 5
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Garland pleads not guilty to intimidation POLSON — A St. Ignatius man is accused of threatening a law enforcement officer who had responded to a report of an altercation at a tavern in St. Ignatius. Donovan Douglas Garland, 22, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson on June 16 to felony intimidation. According to court records, on May 1, Officer Jessie Girsch with the St. Ignatius Police Department responded to a report of a fight at the Silver Dollar Bar. Witnesses at the scene had indicated that Garland was playing pool with another man when the two had some words over a disagreement and went out behind the bar to settle the matter. The witnesses also went outside to stop or at least break-up the fight when Garland allegedly shoved one of them. Girsch
put Garland in handcuffs and placed him in the back of his patrol car. After being place in the patrol car, Garland allegedly told Officer Girsch “treat me like a b****, I’m going to beat the f*** out of you when you’re off duty.” Garland allegedly talked about how Officer Girsch would be off duty at some point and allegedly repeated the line “I will beat the f*** out of you when you’re off duty, I swear to god.” Officer Girsch stated that he and Garland went to high school together and that Garland knows where he lives. Later, Garland allegedly asked Officer Girsch to not charge him with intimidation. Judge Karen Townsend, who is filling in for Judge Deborah “Kim” Christopher, set a trial date of Sept. 12.
News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks
HELENA — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Licensing Bureau is soliciting proposals from conservation organizations that are interested in conducting a competitive auction or lottery for some 2023 licenses. Licenses available for auction include bighorn sheep, Shiras moose, and mountain goat. Licenses available for auction or lottery include mule deer and elk. The Montana Adminis-
trative Rules that apply to these licenses include eligibility requirements and can be found at https://rules. mt.gov/gateway/RuleNo. zasp?RN=12%2E3%2E801. All proposals must be submitted by July 15. Written proposals can be hand-delivered to the FWP Licensing Bureau at 1420 E. 6th Ave. in Helena; mailed to P.O. Box 200701, Helena, MT, 59620; or emailed to devon.boone@ mt.gov. Large proposals or proposals with sensitive information can be sent
via the state of Montana file transfer service found at: https://transfer.mt.gov/ Home/Login. Montana’s Fish and Wildlife Commission will select the conservation organizations to conduct the auctions and lottery at its meeting on Aug. 25. Organizations submitting proposals are encouraged to attend the meeting. Selected organizations and individuals will be required to complete a cooperative agreement with FWP prior to auctioning any licenses.
Juneteenth holiday observed by CSKT
can Americans in the United States. June 19 is a federal This federal, and now CSKT, holiday in recognition holiday will be observed on PABLO — On June 9, the Confederated Salish and of the emancipation of Monday, June 20 this year since the holiday falls on a Sunday. Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) African Americans. The motion to observe Juneelected officials acted to obteenth as a tribal holiday was serve Juneteenth. made by Councilmember MarIn 2021, President Biden tin Charlo, with a unanimous vote of support declared June 19 as a federal holiday in from the Tribal Council. recognition of the emancipation of AfriNews from CSKT Public Affairs & Communications
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Rodeo returns to Polson By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal
POLSON — The 81st Mission Mountain Rodeo is scheduled for this weekend, June 24 and 25, at the Polson Fairgrounds. With general seating and admissions of $10 for adults, $5 for kids ages five to 12, and no charge for kids under five, the rodeo will kick off this summer with a variety of mens, ladies, juniors, and youth events. Youth events begin at 6 p.m. with the main rodeo starting at 7 p.m. Sanctioned by the Northern Rodeo Association, attendees of the main rodeo will get to see all the classics from bareback riding to steer wrestling. Ladies and juniors events include break-away roping and barrel racing, while the youngest competitors will be busy with mutton busting, mini bull riding, and pony buckers. Just as they have for the past few years, Montana based stock contractor, Big Circle Rodeo, will provide the rodeo animals. “They’ve always provided some great rough stock and livestock for the rodeo for us, so we’re always happy to have them back,” Polson Fairgrounds secretary Una Rose Graham stated. The contractor for youth stock is 406 Rodeo, also based out of Montana. As a special treat this year, two young teenagers, Audrey Snellman and Oli Leininger, will perform their trick riding act on both nights. “You don’t get to see a whole lot of (trick riding) anymore,” Graham commented. “We’re excited to see them. It should be really fun to watch.” There will be plenty to do outside the main event. Slack events take place on Saturday morning 8 - June 22, 2022
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Two teenagers will be bringing their trick riding act to Polson this year.
at 9 a.m. These events are for “overflow” contestants over the age of 12, who do calf roping, team roping, barrel racing and steer wrestling. It’s everything that wouldn’t quite fit in the highlighted nightly rodeo. In addition, a craft and nonfood vendor fair, where anyone can set up a booth to sell their wares free of charge, will be available both days of the rodeo. For those interested in setting up a booth, call Sharon for details at 406-261-2861. A beer garden and food con-
cessions will also be available, including everything from hot dogs, burgers and famous handcut fries made on-site. “We have really good rodeo food,” Graham laughed. Finally, on Friday night after the rodeo, there’ll be a live music performance by Northern Lights out of Missoula to celebrate the traditional start to summer. “It’s quite a social event,” Graham said. “We look forward to everyone coming out to the rodeo and enjoying a night out.” Valley Journal
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Joe Durglo named CSKT Tribal Health Director News from the CSKT Public Affairs & Communications
PABLO — The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) announce Joe Durglo as Tribal Health Department Head. Prior to being named the Department Head, Durglo was the Director of the CSKT Tribal Health Business Office. He brings a strong background in health finance and government operations combined with a deep passion for health promotion. “We are excited to welcome Joe as our next CSKT Tribal Health Director,” said Tom McDonald, Tribal Council Chairman. “He not only brings experience, enthusiasm, and continuity to services but also exemplifies a strong commit-
Tribes and to help demystify the complex nature of healthcare to make it easily accessible to our community. I plan to engage with the community and partner closely with the CSKT Department Directors creating a strong focus and solution-driven efforts on the social determinants of health,” says Durglo. Durglo also served on the CSKT Council between 20062013. During that time, he held positions of Chairman and Vice-Chairman. “I have every confidence that Joe is committed to excellence for Tribal Health. In fact, he already has a set of outcome goals for the first year, working towards development of a data-driven process for decision making and improvement. I
He already has a set of outcome goals for the first year, working towards development of a data-driven process for decision making and improvement.”
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ment to improving community services. We are excited to see the next chapter of tribal health leadership focused on exemplary healthcare and together, look forward to successful and robust services with him at the helm.” Durglo has served as Director of the Tribal Health Business Office for eight years, and has served as Interim Tribal Health Director since the departure of Jonathan Owens in late 2021. Durglo holds a Bachelors
degree in Business Administration from Montana State University and has Business Executive Program experience, including small business ownership and health-specific engagement. He brings a wealth of experience to the position. “As a CSKT Tribal Member, this is my home. I have a deep dedication to the people on the reservation and I am excited to be leading the next generation of health services for the Confederated Salish and Kootenai
look forward to working with Joe and supporting him,” says Patricia Hibbeler, director of Tribal Member Services. “CSKT Health Department continues to be an integral service within tribal government. Joe is already creating a route for immediate access, placing customer service at the forefront along with bringing creativity for recruitment and retention for an exemplary medical team.” Joe has lived in St. Ignatius for his entire life. He is married to Alana and together they have four children and four grandchildren. He also is an avid runner and has participated in several half marathons, thus continuing his awareness and promotion of the importance of health.
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valley views The time to support local news is now C
ongress has an opportunity to pass legislation that benefits all local citizens, businesses and even protects our democracy. The Local Journalism Sustainability Act, LJSA for short, should be included as part of any upcoming reconciliation bill that Congress is conDean Ridings sidering. The LJSA is a wellthoughtout bill that would provide needed support to local news organizations, including local newspapers, to ensure their viability as they continue to make progress toward a digital future. Many members of Congress have seen what happens when a newspaper closes in their district,
and they see the impact cover the issues that it has on the community. impact local cities and That is why many of our towns. The result is a bill leaders, including Senathat provides a bridge for tors Cantwell, Schumer, local newspapers as they Manchin, Wyden and continue to evolve their others have stepped up in business models. support of the So why is it LJSA. And so critical for while others Dean Ridings, CEO Congress to America's Newspapers pass the LJSA in Congress may not have now? Quite signed on as simply, the co-sponsors of the bill future of local newspayet, many recognize the pers in many areas of the importance and the need country hangs in the balto maintain strong local ance. In the past 15 years, news organizations in more than a quarter of all their communities. newspapers have disapTo understand what peared, and many more the LJSA is, it is import- have been forced to make ant to understand what staff reductions that have it is not. This is a temdiminished the coverage porary measure to help of topics that impact newspapers at this critical local citizens. The way time, and it sunsets afpeople get their informater five years. The LJSA tion and advertise their won’t help national news local businesses is quickly organizations, but it will moving to digital, and support local news orgalocal newspapers continnizations and help them ue to be impacted by the invest in their newsrooms Big Tech companies that in order to continue to use their original content
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mericans are divided over just about everything today. From politics to sports to entertainment, Americans do not agree on anything, except for their dislike of career D.C. politicians in Congress. Poll after poll indicates that over 80% 10 - June 22, 2022
of Americans support Knievel could not achieve. And voters repeatedly elect term limits for Congress, regardless political canof political didates who affiliation. support term Ed Walker Those are perlimits. Former MT State Senator centages that Americans such famous see Congress Montanans as part of the as Gary Cooper and Evel problem for the dysfunc-
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without fair compensation. To make matters worse, newspapers, like many other industries, were financially impacted by the pandemic, even though the coverage provided by local newspapers was more vital than ever. The current economic challenges have only hastened the need for Congress to act on the LJSA quickly. As inflation is impacting everyone, it has made the environment for local newspapers even more challenging. The cost of retaining employees has gone up. The cost of newsprint has increased 30% over last year, and the cost of gas used to deliver the newspaper is up more than 50% in the past two years. Many newspaper carriers drive hundreds and even thousands of miles each week. These increases have driven many local newspapers closer to making further
reductions or even ceasing operations. Who wins with the passage of the Local Journalism Sustainability Act? Clearly, local newspapers win by obtaining the support needed to continue their investments in reporting on local news. But the real winners are the communities that keep their local newspaper. From watching the actions of local government, reporting on the state of local schools, tracking local health trends or providing the latest restaurant reviews and sales information, local newspapers keep a community connected and informed. We encourage everyone to reach out to their representatives in Congress and ask them to support local journalism. Whether it is inclusion of the LJSA in the budget reconciliation bill, or a stand-alone bill, the time
tion that we see today in our institutions. According to Gallup, approval for Congress has not reached 30% in over a decade. Voters don’t see Congress working for them. As I have travelled around Montana, I have heard this sentiment expressed over
and over again. For many, serving in Congress has become a lucrative lifelong job. We have one member of the House of Representatives who was first elected in 1980. In the Senate, we have a Senator serving
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who was first elected in 1974. That is 90 years in Congress between the two of them. Sadly, but now to be expected, both are seeking re-election in 2022. Such self-interested behavior led Harry Truman to say, “term limits would cure both; senility and seniority- both terrible legislative diseases.” What is the solution? Term limits. But Congress has never voted to term limit themselves, and never will. The initial desire to supposedly serve us is eventually over taken by them serving themselves. Although there are a few members of Congress who favor congressional term limits and are backing legislation to enact it, this legislation faces stiff opposition from entrenched Washington insiders. So, what can be done? Under Article V of the U.S. Constitution, individual states can issue a call for a national convention to propose amendments to the Constitution. This allows states to make an end run around Congress. If two-thirds (34) of the state legislatures apply for an Article V convention to propose a Congressional Term Limits Amendment, Congress must call the convention. If the convention passes the amend-
ment, it is sent back to the States and requires three-fourths (38) of them to ratify it before it becomes part of the U.S. Constitution. That is a difficult feat for sure, but doable if Montana, and their Legislators, do their part. Dwight Eisenhower supported congressional term limits, saying, “a constitutional amendment for congressional term limits could never achieve the blessing of Congress; it could be initiated only by the states.” Five states, - Florida, Alabama, Missouri, West Virginia, and Wisconsin – have passed resolutions calling for a national convention to amend the Constitution limited to the subject of Congressional term limits. So why isn’t Montana one of the states calling for an Article V Convention for congressional term limits? The Montana State Legislature won’t act unless they get permission from, believe it or not, the John Birch Society, which opposes an Article V Convention. You might ask, what does the John Birch Society have to do with this? I thought they were about fighting communism and promoting smaller government. That may have been your parent’s John Birch Society in the 1950’s. But today’s John Birch Society is about maintaining the status quo. Forget smaller government and what the people want. There is a
reason why Ronald Reagan and Barry Goldwater publicly denounced the John Birch Society. Utah resident Robert Brown, a national spokesman for the John Birch Society, was recorded recently saying that Montana Legislative Leaders declared in a letter that they will not bring forward an Article V bill for Term Limits unless an opposing private interest from Texas debates him (Bircher Brown). Think of that. Montanans will not have access to the legislative process unless some guy from Texas debates some guy from Utah? In effect, the John Birch Society is claiming it controls the Montana legislature, and so the Legislature is accountable to it instead of Montana voters. This is absurd on its face, but when asked about it in a Missoula meeting, Brown didn’t deny the peculiar quid pro quo existed between the John Birch Society and Montana legislative leaders. And what does the John Birch Society oppose? An Article V Convention limited to congressional term limits. The John Birch Society claims that a state legislature cannot bind delegates to a single-issue convention and that it would result in an unlimited “runaway” Constitutional convention. They claim this despite the fact Constitutional scholars on all sides of the po-
litical spectrum have stated that state legislatures can bind the delegates in a narrow Article V Convention, including liberal Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagen and Sonia Sotomayor. Congressional term limits is the one thing that Ron DeSantis, Herschel Walker, Donald Trump, Barack Obama, Beto O’Rourke and Bill de Blasio all agree on. Montana can be leading the way in making congressional term limits a reality. Yet we are not because our legislature won’t act unless they get the green light from the John Birch Society. As a former Montana State Senator and now State Chair of U.S. Term Limits, I have travelled the state advocating that the legislature retain its public responsibilities, and Article V powers, and pass a resolution calling for a convention for congressional term limits. From Billings to Great Falls to Bozeman to Eureka to Big Sandy the reaction has been the same, Montanans want term limits for Congress. Yet our legislature refuses to act unless it receives permission from the John Birch Society. Enough is enough. Will the Montana Legislature continue to serve the John Birch Society, or the people of Montana? Ed Walker is a former Montana State Senator and the Montana State Chair for U.S. Term Limits
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Editor, We would like to express our appreciation to the American Legion, the VFW, and the Honor Guard for their part in honoring our fallen heroes this Memorial Day Weekend in Ronan. From placing the flags and crosses on the graves, to the parade, to their part in acquiring a veteran’s plot in the Ronan cemetery, and to the service dedicating that space. Thank you for your hard work and your commitment to assuring that we shall not forget the sacrifices made for our freedom. We are proud that you all are part of our community, Thank you for your service. Gary and Norma Granley Ronan
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the day the birth control pill went on the market. Now women could plan their lives as to when they wanted a child. There was no need for abortion laws because there would be no unwanted pregnancies. Of course you do have to take the pill. And the argument that who will support the unwanted child is a complete cop out. There are people waiting in line and there is no excuse for it. Rape, incest and health issues for the woman are addressed in the law. I refuse to apologize or justify my Christian faith. Every time there is an unwanted pregnancy, women have lost control. They could have taken the pill, been in control of their own bodies and not be faced with the abortion decision. Gloria Mader Simon Ronan
Vote sensibly Editor, “The Power and Honor of Good People.” We experienced this power and honor in the culmination of the Watergate scandal during the Nixon years. Will it culminate during Trump’s continuing ‘lust for power’ in present years? Nixon’s dishonesty and ‘lust for power’ are now being played out consistently by Donald Trump. The difference between the two men is that Nixon did not suffer from a severe case of narcissism, which dominates Trump in his thoughts, words, and actions. This mental condition of narcissism has the following characteristics: “Being overly boastful, pretending to be superior to others, lack of empathy for others, and having a fragile self-esteem.” This is where we are in our present political theatrics. Trump’s base of voters surely has the GOP in the grips of fear and doubt. We the people must realize the danger we face with the Trump characteristics being in power. Let us each vote sensibly and for retaining our form of democracy. Bob McClellan Missoula
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Pollinator week in full swing with chalk walk By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal
RONAN — The Lake County Conservation District has brought national Pollinator Week to Ronan with trivia, a block party and a competitive chalk walk. Pollinator Week was initiated by the Pollinator Partnership and according to their website, 14 years ago the U.S. Senate unanimously approved the designation of a week in June as National Pollinator Week to address the urgent issue of declining pollinator populations. Pollinators are important to the local agriculture and to the rest of the world, Saige Jibben of the conservation district said. Their efforts in Ronan are all about raising awareness on the decline of pollinators. “It’s whatever we can do to support them,” she said. Accompanied by a Trivia Takeover at the Co-op Brewery earlier this week, which was packed with gamified education about pollinators, the chalk walk began on Friday, June 17. Around twenty spots in downtown Ronan were outlined with tape, one space for each contestant to work in. This year’s theme is Bees and Blooms and the participants have not disappointed. Armed with a spray to protect their designs from any foul weather, local artists have been working through the weekdays on their beautiful variety of pollinator-themed designs. A couple of young contestants finished their artwork on day one, while chalk art veterans took a few more days to get their pieces just right. The chalk art entries will be judged by members of the Conservation District board on the last day of Pollinator Week. Last-minute entries are welcome, as long as there’s still room and those interested can contact Jibben at: sjibben@macdnet.org
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The chalk walk will be judged by 6 p.m. on Friday, followed by a street party next to the Co-op Brewery.
to sign up for free. Once final judging has concluded this Friday at 5 p.m., a street closure party will end the week and take place next to the brewery. There will
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be food trucks and games and the district hopes to see a good turnout. “We’re hoping to make this a yearly thing,” Jibben said. “We want to build on it as the years go on.”
Dixon School Term 3 Honor Roll Grade 4 Abraham Boyd, 3.6 Joey Matt, 3.53 Alyra Porter, 3.54
Grade 5 Frederick Elverud, 3.17 Denzel Howard, 3.84 Delilah Liberty, 4.0
Sonny Matt, 3.67 Sheray Rossbach, 3.42
Bryce Roberts, 3.72 Reese Swensen, 3.89
Grade 6 Alyson Bigcrane, 3.61 Lucy Metcalf, 3.61
Grade 8 Tyler Boye, 3.33 Amelya Delay, 3.61 Katie Porter, 3.83 Adele Ranney, 3.89 Rylee Swensen, 3.84
Grade 7 Jordan Boye, 3.28
NLCLF announces $2 million renovation News from the North Lake County Library Foundation
POLSON — The North Lake County Library Foundation is leading “The Next Chapter Campaign” to raise $2 million to renovate the North Lake County Public Library District’s facility. Through simple modifications, the current library location will expand its usable space, meet ADA regulations, increase technology, and offer even more resources to the community. The Foundation has raised $1.5 million of the goal since June 2021. “Our community relies on the resources we provide at the library, but with a growing population, outdated building and staff eager to add additional programs and services, we are finding it difficult to fulfill our mission of – a contemporary center of literacy and lifelong learning for all users – without making these key improvements,” said Abbi Dooley, library director of the North Lake County Public Library District. Since moving to the corner of First Avenue and First Street East in 1989, minimal structural improvements have been made to the library. The goal of “The Next Chapter Campaign” is to modernize the facility while increasing accessibility. Features of the renovated library include a new ADA-compliant entrance
at ground level from First Street East, plus other ADA improvements in the restrooms and throughout the library; 2,000 additional square feet of usable space through the demolition of the former Sandpiper Art Gallery’s interior walls; increased space for the Children’s Area; additional room for public computers and a dedicated Maker’s Space with a 3D printer; a new welcome desk area with improved safety and lines of sight; a coffee shop; and increased seating availability for patrons. “Our volunteer Foundation Board has worked diligently with our generous community for the last 18 months to raise $1.5 million,” said Connie Brownell, president of the North Lake County Library Foundation. “We are grateful for the support received so far and are eager to reach our goal to make this dream a reality for our area.” Each year, the North Lake County Public Library District serves thousands of individuals and families through programs like children’s story hour, Humanities Montana lectures, and technology assistance services. In FY2019, nearly 60,000 books, e-books and audio books were circulated to library cardholders. To learn more about “The Next Chapter Campaign,” contact Connie Brownell at nlclfoundation@gmail.com, or go to www.polsonlibraryfoundation. org.
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Kids learn about healthy relationships, compete at Midnight Hoopz Story and Photos by Taylor Davison Valley Journal
ARLEE — On Friday, June 17, kids and families gathered at the Arlee Pow Wow Pavilion for an annual Midnight Hoopz three-on-three co-ed basketball tournament. A free event for kids that’s been held for over 10 years, no one is turned away for cost. “We’re trying to benefit as many people as possible,” Paul Phillips with CSKT Tribal Health explained. A collection of non-perishable foods brought by attendees was gathered on one end of the courts for the Tribal Health Food Shelves, furthering the good will of the day. Each event has had a theme meant to teach something important to the children playing. This year’s theme was Healthy Relationships. With a presentation by a guest speaker to educate on the topic, an Honor Song performed by Buck Shot, and a free evening meal, attendees were in good spirits when it came time to hit the courts. The games were split into third and fourth graders, fifth and sixth graders and seventh and eighth graders facing off. Six courts were set up to allow multiple games at once, with around 125 kids participating. Families showed up en masse to support the players, some up front and coaching while others cheered on the sidelines. The third and fourth grades winners were 406 Flight Time, fifth and six grade winners were Hoop There It Is, and the seventh and eighth grade winners were Running Gun. Winning teams were photographed with their brackets and kids walked away with championship shirts and a variety of prizes including floating tubes and portable battery chargers. More Midnight Hoopz events will be held througout the summer. The next event is planned for the weekend of the Elmo Powwow in July and will include contests for middle through high school age. “The kids come in and have a good time and enjoy the day,” Phillips said. “It’s a good time for everybody.” 14 - June 22, 2022
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Bison now included in hunting opportunities News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks
HELENA — Hunters interested in participating in game damage hunt opportunities need to register online for the Hunt Roster through MyFWP. The roster is used by Fish, Wildlife & Parks to quickly respond to landowners who are eligible for game damage assistance in the prevention or reduction of property or crop damage primarily caused by deer, elk and/or antelope. New this year, hunters can register to be placed on a bison game damage roster. The Fish and Wildlife Commission approved the addition at its February meeting and set the quota at 10 bison in Region 3. Occasionally, a bison is found outside of the authorized hunting season and outside of
the bison tolerance zone. FWP is compiling a list of interested hunters to call for quick removal of the animal. These hunts could be during the warmer months of summer and will require quickly field dressing the animal with a team of people armed with the appropriate tools. To register, hunters can log into their MyFWP account or click “look up draw results, register for lists” within the menu. Then select a preferred hunting district(s) for potential deer, elk, antelope, and bison damage hunts and submit. Hunters are asked to sign up for districts where they know the landscape and can respond quickly to game damage issues typically within 24 to 48 hours. The Hunt Roster sign-up closes July 15, and a randomly generated
list will be created from the online registrations and will be posted to MyFWP accounts by July 20. FWP will contact hunters if they are selected for a damage hunt opportunity via phone and/ or email, so hunters are asked to ensure they have accurate contact information in their licensing profile. FWP may also utilize other means of hunter selection in lieu of the Hunt Roster, including first-come, first-served advertised opportunities, unsuccessful special license or permit applicant lists or lists of names supplied by landowners depending upon each damage situation. For more details on the FWP game damage assistance program visit: https://fwp. mt.gov/conservation/landowner-programs/game-damage-program
FWP seeks proposals for 2023 hunting license auctions News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks
HELENA — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Licensing Bureau is soliciting proposals from conservation organizations that are interested in conducting a competitive auction or lottery for some 2023 licenses. Licenses available for auction include bighorn sheep, Shiras moose, and mountain goat. Licenses available for auction or lottery include mule deer and elk. The Montana Administrative Rules that apply to these licenses include eligibility requirements and can be found at https://rules.mt.gov/gateway/RuleNo.asp?RN=12%2E3%2E801. All proposals must be submitted by July 15. Written proposals can be hand-delivered to the FWP Licensing Bureau at 1420 E. 6th Ave. in Helena; mailed to P.O. Box 200701, Helena, MT, 59620; or emailed to devon.boone@mt.gov. Large proposals or proposals with sensitive information can be sent via the state of Montana file transfer service found at: https://transfer. mt.gov/Home/Login.
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Dr. Irwin receives Lifetime Achievement Award for 50 years in medicine News from Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center
POLSON — In 1972, Dr. Steve Irwin graduated from Indiana University Medical School in Indianapolis. Many things have changed in these past fifty years, but one thing that has clearly remained the same is Dr. Irwin’s steadfast love of practicing medicine. Having had remarkable foresight, Dr. Irwin purchased land outside of Polson in 1971 while still in medical school, knowing that eventually he would settle on the shores of Flathead Lake. In 1972, Dr. Irwin started his career in medicine in a small clinic in Roachdale Indiana. The clinic was built by Sears and Roebuck and gifted to the city of Roachdale, but sat empty for eight years until Dr Irwin graduated from medical school and set up his first practice there. After spending ten years practicing in Roachdale, Dr. Irwin packed up his belongings, moved to Polson in 1983, and set up shop in the Grandview Clinic with three other physicians. At the time Dr. Irwin was an employee of the Western Montana Clinic, and he spent the next seventeen years seeing outpatients in the Grandview Building and inpatients in what we now refer to as the 1960’s building of St. Joe’s. Then, in the year 16 - June 22, 2022
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Dr. Irwin was taken aback by the surprise party held in his honor, stating it was all the people in that room that deserved the recognition.
2000, the new hospital opened and Dr. Irwin, along with five other physicians transitioned from Grandview to the new St. Joseph Medical Center. The medical staff of St. Joseph at the time consisted of three family practice physicians, a general medicine physician, a pediatrician, and an obstetrician (our own Dr. Bagnell). This was a really interesting time, according to Dr. Irwin, who commented that when he started
practicing in Polson the physicians spent one-insix weeks as the on-call emergency department physician. He also spent one day a week at the clinic in Hot Springs, and often covered the Emergency Department at the old hospital in St. Ignatius to help make ends meet. When asked if he thought medicine was better or worse now, Dr. Irwin commented “It’s both better and worse. Medicine is better in
terms of technology. Our diagnostic capability today is remarkable and rapid. However, I think that we have somewhat lost our relationships with our patients. We can’t or don’t spend as much time talking to our patients as we used to. The technology has, in many cases, made the care we provide less personal.” When Dr. Irwin started practicing in Polson, he said there was no Ultrasound, no Mam-
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mography, no CT, and no MRI. Dr. Irwin remarked that in his early days in Polson they could not even perform the most basic tests such as PSA’s and hemoglobin A1C’s. Dr. Irwin looked back fondly on the first MRI technology he used while still in Indiana, and recalled that the brand of MRI was English Musical Instruments or EMI. EMI was, in large part, supported financially by the Beatles. So, not only did the Beatles
transform music, but they also helped to transform medicine. When discussing some of the foremost changes in medicine, besides the major technological advances that we often think of, Dr. Irwin brought up some of the less thought-of changes that made a significant impact on his practice. “I thought the introduction of fiberoptics was revolutionary, from GI work to minimally invasive surgery, the introduction of fiberoptics allowed us to do so much more that we could previously. Another remarkable change happened with pharmaceuticals. We used to have very limited options (for example there were only three blood pressure medicines, where we now have dozens). Targeted pharmacotherapeutics were game changers.” Dr. Irwin smiled and added that when he first started practicing medicine there were just two types of insulin. “We would give everyone beef insulin, and if they were allergic to that we gave them pork insulin.” Another major change that Dr. Irwin commented on was the amount of regulation that has been introduced into the practice of healthcare. “When I started there was certainly no HIPAA or EMTALA or Stark” he remarked. Dr. Irwin went on to see page 17
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say “I also think the use of plastics had a major impact on medicine. While I understand the concerns about the environmental waste plastic creates, the ease of use for things like syringes and IV bottles was a remarkable change.” With a smile he recalled, “We had a sterilizer in the office that we used to clean our glass syringes and reusable needled by paid for a service to come in and re-sharpen our used scalpels.” Dr. Irwin reflected that he thought one of the most significant changes in medicine was the fact that practitioners used to rely a lot more on physical diagnosis and thorough medical examinations. “We used to use our eyes and our hands a lot more that we do today. I’m not saying it was necessarily better, but it was such a powerful way to build a relationship and establish a connection with your patients. It was just a different way or achieving the same goal.” When asked about the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) versus paper charting, Dr. Irwin was quick to remark that while he appreciates the intent of the EMR, his thought was that it decreased practitioners’ ability to connect with the patient since now the providers must divide time between the computer and the patient. “I used to see upwards of 35 patients per day when I used a paper chart, with the introduction of the EMR 12-15 was my limit” Dr. Irwin stated the advice he would give to a new physician, “I would tell the next generation of physicians to pause and reflect on the
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privilege bestowed upon them through the practice of medicine. We are all so busy these days that I think it is easy to forget the true gift that we have received. We are so fortunate to get to be doctors and take care of patients”. Dr. Irwin went on to say that looking back on his career he wouldn’t do anything differently, but he did say “if I was going into medicine today, I might be a dermatologist!” As we began to wrap up our conversation, Dr. Irwin commented on how medicine has changed from a scope-ofpractice perspective. “When I started practicing, we did everything, and I feel so fortunate to have been able to do so many different things,” he said. “I had a great practice with both adults and pediatrics, I performed surgery, I delivered five hundred babies, I’ve worked in the emergency department, and I’ve worked
in nursing homes. I even worked in prison medicine for 25 years. What an awesome 50 years I have had!” He went on, “When I first started, I can remember sitting down with my nurse and office manager and billing manager (all the same person, my wife Jan), and discussing raising the price of an office visit from $6 to $8. I used to charge $300 per OB patient. That $300 included all prenatal and postnatal care and the delivery. Things have changed so much, but I still feel so blessed when I look back on my life as a doc.” Dr. Irwin credits his first cousin for his interest in becoming a physician. “He was an old-fashioned doctor, but he was also a remarkably talented businessman. In fact, he had such a strong business acumen that when he stopped practicing medicine, he went on to become the dean of the Valley Journal
Indiana University Medical School.” At the surprise party put together by his coworkers last Friday, Dr. Irwin was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award for his 50 years in medicine. “I am still practicing today because I truly love what I do,” Dr. Irwin stated. “But I am also still practicing be-
cause I want to honor the sacrifice that so many people made to get me to where I am today. My parents and the instructors in college and during medical school went to great lengths to mold me into a physician. I keep practicing to honor the legacy of those that helped me along the way.”
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By: Magi Helena for the Week of June 19, 2022
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): The secret to success is to focus on working closely with loved ones and partners to achieve worthwhile goals. Remain persistent despite any setbacks. Build something up in the week ahead rather than tearing something down.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): You may be wrapped up in romance as the week begins but pay attention to what is going on in the outside world, too. Tune into the news to remain aware of current events to avoid making serious career miscalculations.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Trying to use a friendship to dig for information can backfire. Too many questions may arouse suspicions or make someone feel that their boundaries have been crashed. A loved one’s common sense can be useful this week.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Feedback from your friends may vary from positive to negative in the week to come even if you only have the best intentions. Act according to the highest principles when you must make significant financial decisions.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Be too passionate about supporting your family to make permanent plans with unreliable people -- someone might change their mind at the last minute. The week ahead may clarify the evidence of someone’s trustworthiness.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Plant yourself where conditions can powerfully support your growth. Financial schemes and opportunities can be put to good use in the week ahead. Romantic partners may be more lovable than usual.
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obituaries Maria Boldt RONAN — Maria Katharina Boldt went to be with her Lord and join her beloved husband Don on June 12, 2022, embraced by her only two children, Randy and DaMaria vid. Maria Boldt was born on July 8,1939, to Friedrich and Katherina Scheer in Mackenbach, Germany. It was here, in her hometown, where she met her one and only husband to be, Don. He was stationed at the Ramstein U.S. Air Force Base, just a few miles from where she lived. They courted and were married in 1958, then came to the USA in 1959. Two sons were born to this marriage, Randy and David. Maria became a United States citizen by naturalization on Oct. 8,1970. The family moved on several occasions including to Don’s home state of Minnesota, and to Virginia, and Montana before settling in Ronan in 1984. Maria pursued her passion for caring for people by first becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse and then a Registered Nurse. She went on to achieve her goal by graduating with her Bachelor 20 - June 22, 2022
of Science in Nursing from Montana State University. Maria worked many floors at multiple hospitals and clinics, was a traveling nurse, and worked for the Indian Health Service (IHS) on most of the reservations in Montana. After she retired from the IHS, Maria worked as a parttime tutor and instructor at the Salish Kootenai College Nursing Program for 18 years. Maria’s nursing career spanned nearly 50 years. Maria was especially proud to be a grandmother and spend time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed reading, occasional crocheting and knitting, visiting with friends, attending church, and collecting and restoring antique furniture. Maria was preceded in death by her husband, Don; parents, Friedrich and Katherina; her two brothers, Carl and Rainer, and numerous relatives, all residing in Europe. She is survived by her two sons, Randy ( Julie) and David (Marissa); grandchildren, Lynnell, Koda and Kadon; one niece, Silke, and several great-grandchildren. “Thank you, Maria Boldt,” for being the best mom and grandma two sons and grandchildren could ask for, a loving wife and a generous and caring person to hundreds of patients, students, friends, and children in
Montana and throughout the world. Burial and graveside service will take place at the Boldt burial plots in Minnesota. A memorial service in Ronan is pending and will be announced at a later date. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at: www. shriderthompson.com. Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.
Linda Schoon PABLO — Linda Sue Schoon,70, passed away on June 12, 2022. She was born on April 19, 1952, in Seaside, Oregon, to Hobert and Eldora Greene. She was Linda Schoon raised in “Washington” and moved to Ronan, when she was 16. Linda graduated from Ronan High School in 1970. She attended the University of Montana for two years. She married the love of her life, Anthony “Moe” Schoon on March 16, 1973. Linda worked for Mission Valley Senior Citizens for over 25 years. She started as a substitute and retired as director of
the center in 2014. Linda was a member of Pablo Christian Church for over 40 years where she taught Sunday School and did crafts for vacation bible school. She was also a member of the Mission Valley Quilt Guild for many years. In her spare time, Linda painted many beautiful ceramic pieces, quilted hundreds of quilts, and sewed dresses for her daughters and granddaughters. She also enjoyed crocheting, cross stitching, crafting, riding 4 wheelers and going to yard sales. She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Moe, of Pablo; her son, Kevin, and daughterin-law, Kim ,of Pablo; daughter, Dana, and sonin-law, Richard of Kalispell; daughter, Kelly, of Polson; six grandchildren: Taylor ( Jose) of Yakima, WA, Trevor (Chloe) of Orting, WA, Lane of Lakeside, Levi of Polson, Kennedy and Jacob of Kalispell. Linda was also blessed with three great-grandkids: Sophia, Anna, AJ and was awaiting the arrival of baby Otto. She is also survived by her brothers, Mike of Nebraska and Randy of Panama, along with several nieces, nephews, and many friends. The family would like to thank all the members of Pablo Christian Church, all the doctors, nurses and EMTs who have taken such great care
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of Linda over the years. A memorial service for Linda will be held at noon on Saturday, June 18, at the Pablo Christian Church, with urn burial to follow at the Ronan Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Pablo Christian Church or The Mission Valley Senior Citizens in Ronan. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at: www.shriderthompson.com. Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.
Lorene Pollock RONAN — Lorene Pollock, age 85, passed away on June 9, 2022, at St. Luke Extended Care. Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home.
Mary Howell ST. IGNATIUS — Mary Anita Patelzick Howell, age 100, passed away on June 12, 2022, at The Pines of Mission. She was born on Oct. 27, 1921, in Camas, Idaho, to Thomas and Edna (Mortensen) Patelzick, the second of six children: Elaine (Aubrey) Bennett, Thomas (Bev) Patelzick, Jan (Bill) Higgins, and Claire (Ray) Cabrera. She moved with the family to
Agawamin 1930 and to Moiese in 1935. Mary graduated from Charlo High School in 1940 and married Jensen Howell on Aug. 16, 1941. They had two children, William Thomas (Marlene) Howell and Carol Betty (Richard) Simpson, four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and six great great-grandchildren. Following the death of Jensen in 1989, Mary enjoyed meeting friends for lunch at the Charlo Senior Center and playing pinochle. The Monday night card parties were also fun. After living in the Moiese Valley for 70 years, Mary moved to St. Ignatius in 2005. She continued to enjoy her visits to the Charlo Senior Center for several more years. For most of the last three years Mary resided at The Pines of Mission. On her 100th birthday all her family living locally, helped her celebrate. She had a wonderful, caring support group at The Pines and her family is very appreciative. There will be a family graveside service. Messages of condolences may be shared with the family at: www.lakefuneralhomeandcremation.com. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory. more obituaries on page 21
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Olivia Erickson POLSON — Olivia Yvonne “Libby” Erickson, 48 years old, of Polson went to heaven on Monday, Olivia Erickson June 13, 2022. Libby was born in Oceanside, CA, on Jan. 24, 1974. She graduated from Whitefish High School. She had four children and married John Erickson on April 14, 2003. Libby will forever be remembered for being
caring, selfless and a loving soul. She always did her best and made anything she had to work. The most important thing in her whole world were her children and her family. Libby, you will be missed dearly. Libby was preceded in death by her father, William “Bill” Cardenas, Sr. She is survived by her children, Tawnya Griffin, Kaylee Flanigan, Ryan Erickson, Carolynn Erickson; husband, John Erickson; parents, Steve & Vickey Griffin; sister, April (Tony) Curnutte; brothers, William (Lisa) Cardenas Jr., Josh (Dawn) Griffin, Jeremiah (Morgan) Griffin; mother-in-law, Connie Dolsman, eight nephews and five nieces, and numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Messages of condolences may be shared with the family online at: www.lakefuneralhomeandcremation.com. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
William Olson POLSON — William E. “Bill” Olson, age 76, passed away on Jan. 9, 2022, at St. Luke Community Hospital in Ronan. Memorial services for Bill will be held on Friday, July 1, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 110 Sixth Ave. E in Polson. Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
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POLSON — Royal Harley-Michael Henifin was born June 13, 2022, at the St. Luke Community Healthcare New Beginnings Birth Center. He weighed 7 pounds, 15 ounces. Parents are Tyler Henifin and Ashley Eastman of Polson. Paternal grandparents are Dennis and Nikki Royal Alexander of Polson. Henifin Maternal grandparents are Dan Shepard and Angie Cox of Polson. Royal joins sibling, Kingslee.
RONAN — Miami Dawn Radcliff was born on May 25, 2022, at the St. Luke New Beginnings Birth Center. She weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces. Parents are Edward and Alisha Radcliff of Ronan. Maternal grandmother is Lisa Miami Brandon of Columbus, Radcliff OH. Miami joins siblings, Annabella, Zariah, Edward Jr., Draven, and Jaxon.
The Mission Mountain Chapter of the Grizzly Scholarship Association thanks the following Griz fans and all who contributed to make our 2022 Annual Memorial Golf for the Griz tournament held at the Mission Mountain Golf Course such a successful event: Anderson Broadcasting Beacon Tire Eagle Bank Fidelity Title Agency Finley Point Grill Gage Accounting Lawless Athletic Clothing KwaTaqNuk Murdoch’s Total Screen Design Access Montana Don Aadsen Ford French, Grainey & Williams Gauthier Agency Glacier Bank Harvest Foods Pheasant/Bird Lounge Ronan Body Shop Second Chance Saloon St. Luke Healthcare Network Valley Bank Subway Cenex U of M Athletics Lois Williams Ninepipes Lodge Mary Lou and Ernie Ratzburg Mission Mountain Golf Club & Crew
Wildhorse Framing & Art Gallery Cabinet View Golf Course Durham’s Kitchen & Cocktails Domino’s Pizza Forte Transportation Logistics Corp Blodgett Creamery Carquest Auto Parts First Interstate Bank John’s Fuel Farm Mark Nelson Robin Nelson Leticia Lopez Ace Hardware T.F. Excavating & Moiese Fertilizer Bird Family Dentistry Les Schwab Tire Center Ronan U of M Coaches and Representatives Western Montana Dentistry River Rock Mercantile Greg Plimmer Ronan Auto Sales Caras Property Management Red’s Bar-Missoula Dakota Peterson Zip Beverage Lakeview Bar & Grill HandMadeMontana.com All golf teams entered
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HELENA – State and local officials state that the number of Montanans reported as victims of elder abuse increased again in 2021. According to the Department of Public Health and Human Services, about 4,900 Montanans were victims of elder abuse in 2021. This is the second year in a row where the number of reported victims has increased. In 2020, a total of 4,500 Montanans were victim of elder abuse, an increase at the time of
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missioner of Securities and Insurance, City of Helena, AARP, DPHHS, Montana Department of Justice (DOJ), and the Montana Board of Crime Control (MBCC) joined forces to highlight elder abuse in the state and provide ways people can help address the issue. According to the National Council on Aging, approximately one in 10 Americans aged 60-plus have experienced some form of elder abuse. Some estimates range as high as 5 million elders who are abused each year. One see page 23
available to help. For example, to help prevent financial exploitation, it’s crucial that individuals have their legal documents, such as estate planning and Powers of Attorney, prepared well ahead of a medical emergency and to share those documents with a trusted circle of family and friends. Officials say the following measures can help prevent elder abuse: — Review all legal documents, especially estate planning documents with a legal professional. — Make sure to have a valid, and protective Health and Financial Durable Powers of Attorney. Creating specific, limited and well-drafted documents can help protect you against financial exploitation and make it easier to honor your wishes, when you are not able to speak for yourself. — Draft a detailed
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the elder in public, such as pressuring to pay for items or speaking to the elder in a demeaning manner. “We need to educate and encourage the public to report such signs to APS or law enforcement,” said Barb Smith, Administrator, DPHHS Senior and Long Term Care Division. “Knowing the signs can protect someone from further abuse or even death.” While neglect and self-neglect are both investigated and substantiated most often, financial exploitation is also on the rise nationally and in Montana. The average victim nationally loses $120,000 through financial exploitation. In many cases, the person abusing, neglecting or exploiting the elderly is a person in a trust relationship to the older person such as spouse, child, or friend. There are resources
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intentional or negligent acts by a caregiver or trusted individual that causes harm to an older person. It takes many forms, including neglect, physical, sexual or emotional abuse, and financial exploitation. Adult Protective Services (APS) is an investigation unit designed to protect vulnerable adults, and provide protective services through support by local, county and state programs. Further, the number of referrals APS received related to physical abuse or neglect has increased from 9,853 in 2021 to 11,557 in 2022, an 18% increase. Physical signs of abuse and neglect include isolation from friends and other family members, unexplained bruising, burns, or scars, dirty appearance or changes due to medication. One significant sign is the way a caregiver/family member treats
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calendar Wednesday, June 22 Flathead Irrigation District to meet RONAN — The Flathead Irrigation District will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 22 at 1 p.m. at Mission West Community Development Partners, 407 Main Street SW. The meeting will be held upstairs. An elevator is available. Meditation taught online ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Please join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesday, June 22 and on subsequent Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice and discussion via Zoom. The classes will be each Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. We will cultivate and deepen our centering skills and meditation practice during the class. Please join us and take advantage of this opportunity. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@gmail. com. Learn driftwood sculpting POLSON — Artist 24 - June 22, 2022
Melinda Jewett will teach “Driftwood Sculpture” at the Sandpiper Gallery on June 22 from 10 a.m.1 p.m. Cost is $25 per session. Kit purchased separately. For more information call 406-8835956 or go to: sandpiperartgallery.com.
Thursday, June 23 Democrats gather for fundraiser RONAN — Lake County Democrats annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held on Thursday, June 23 at 5:30 p.m. at the Ronan Senior Center. Food and drinks will be provided but a $25 donation is suggested. Retired Montana Supreme Court Justice , Jim Nelson, will speak on celebrating the Montana Constitution’s 50th anniversary. Ronan Farmers Market open RONAN — The Ronan Farmers Market is open on Thursdays from 4-7 p.m. at the Ronan Visitors’ Center. Dunwell to give ‘Lake Monster’ presentation POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will begin at 10 a.m. with a presentation about “The Flathead Lake Monster”
see extended calendar at www.valleyjournal.net by Karen Dunwell of the Polson Flathead Lake Museum.
Friday, June 24 Ronan Class of 1977 to hold 45th reunion RONAN — The Ronan class of “77” will have their 45th class reunion June 24-26 at Valley View Clubhouse, 40762 Valley View Road. Join us on Friday at 7 p.m. and bring appetizers. On Saturday we will be at clubhouse all day visiting, playing games and hold a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. Call or text Kelly Bailey with questions at 406-2606164. Hope you can attend. Open mic planned for WMMC RONAN — Western Montana Musicians Cooperative, 1 Eisenhower St. SW, is open to all ages and provides a venue to learn about, enjoy and play music outside of the bar and club scene. Most events are free, but donations are appreciated from non-members. An open mic event will take place on Friday, June 24 from 7-9 p.m. This event is hosted by Mark and Krysti. All invited to Superoval event POLSON — The
Mission Valley Speedway Superoval, 1113 N. Reservoir Rd., is the site of the Late Models, Mod 4’s, Hobby Stocks, Hornets and Legends racing on Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for children 8-15; children under 7 are free. Seniors 55 and older, military and first responders pay a $10 admission fee. Family (two adults, three kids) is $40 general admission. RV dry camping fee is $50 per one RV. Time trials begin at 6 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m. Call 406-212-8159 for more information. Rodeo events, concessions, music held POLSON — The 2022 Mission Mountain Rodeo takes place on Friday and Saturday, June 24 and 25. Youth events including mutton bustin,’ mini bull riding and pony mini buckers start at 6 p.m. Rodeo events begin at 7 p.m. and include bareback riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, team roping, tie down roping, ladies & youth barrel racing, breakaway roping and bull riding. Tickets are $10 per adult and $5 for children under 12 and are available at the gate. There are no pre-sale tickets. Food, beverage and beer garden concessions available. Live music follows Friday night’s
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performance. For general rodeo information call 406-883-1100. For vendor information call 406261-2861.
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Saturday, June 25
Firemen’s picnic, auction begins at 11 a.m.
Break out your white gloves, hats for ladies tea BIG ARM — The ladies of the Big Arm Association will host a Ladies Tea on Saturday, June 25 at the historic Big Arm School at 3 p.m. It will be modeled on the traditions of a “British Low Tea” where a variety of teas and finger foods will be served. We are asking that attendees dress in their “Sunday Best-no jeans please.” White gloves and hats are optional but fun. Due to limited seating in the schoolhouse, we will be offering tickets for sale with the proceeds being donated to a local women’s charity. The tickets are $15 and can be purchased during our Community Coffee at the BIg Arm School on Thursdays between 10 a.m.-noon or by calling Nancy Foster at 406849-5064. Make earrings POLSON — Sandpiper Gallery is the site of “Let’s Make Earrings” taught by Wendy Curtis from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on
ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Fire Department Auxiliary is hosting their annual Picnic and Auction on June 25. There will be food, and a silent auction starting at 11 a.m. There will also be a live auction, and a bouncy house for kids. Activities end at approximately 2 or 3 p.m. Rodeo events continue POLSON — The 2022 Mission Mountain Rodeo continues Saturday, June 25. Rodeo events begin at 7 p.m. and include bareback riding, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, team roping, tie down roping, ladies & youth barrel racing, breakaway roping and bull riding. Tickets are $10 per adult and $5 for children under 12 and are available at the gate. There are no pre-sale tickets. Food, beverage and beer garden concessions available. For general rodeo information call 406-8831100. For vendor information call 406-261-2861. more calendar on page 25
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Tuesday, June 28
a “Digital Photography Basics” technology class at 2 p.m.
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Wednesday, June 29
RONAN —The regular June meeting of the Quilters’ Guild will be held on Tuesday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the LDS church in Ronan. Business will be to finalize plans for the regular annual quilt show to be held Friday, July 29 and Saturday, July 30 at K William Harvey gymnasium in Ronan.
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Digital photography class offered POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library will host
ARLEE — The Arlee Celebration Powwow begins with Campers’ Day. Visit http://www. arleepowwow.com for more information.
Thursday, June 30 Powwow includes Stick Game ARLEE — The Arlee Celebration Powwow will hold a “Memorial,” for all Confederated Salish
& Kootenai Tribal members who passed away throughout the year. A material Stick Game will also be held. CSKT guest speaks at reading program POLSON — At 10 a.m. the North Lake County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will host Steph Gillin from CSKT Natural Resources. Ronan Farmer’s Market open every Thursday RONAN — The Ronan Farmers Market is held every Thursday from 4-7 p.m. at the Ronan Visitor’s Center until Oct. 13.
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Friday, July 1 Powwow continues with Cultural Day ARLEE — The Arlee Celebration Powwow continues with a Cultural Day that includes various afternoon activities. Grand-entry takes place in the evening and includes drumming singing, and dancing. Annual youth softball tourney played in Polson POLSON — The Polson Splash Classic Fastpitch Youth Softball Tournament will be held Friday, July 1 to Sunday, July 3. Call 406-890-9215 for more information. Regis-
ter online at: tourneymachine.com Car races offer family entertainment POLSON — The Mission Valley Speedway Superoval, 1113 N. Reservoir Rd., is the site of the “Hobby Stock Fire Cracker 100,” scheduled for July 1 and 2. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for children 8-15; children under 7 are free. Seniors 55 and older, military and first responders pay a $10 admission fee. Family (two adults, three kids) is $40 general admission. RV dry camping fee is $50 per one RV. Time trials begin at 6 p.m. and racing begins at 7 p.m.
Call 406-212-8159 for more information.
Saturday, July 2 Polson fireworks show planned POLSON — On Saturday, July 2 a massive fireworks show will act as an opening ceremony for 4th of July festivities. On Sunday, there will be plenty of fun in the sun and wonderful opportunities to support and celebrate with our local businesses. On Monday, July 4, we’ll punctuate our patriotism with our annual 4th of July parade in downtown Polson.
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A youngster enjoys the bouncy house at the 2021 St. Ignatius Firemen’s Picnic.
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Firemen’s picnic, auction begins at 11 a.m. ST. IGNATIUS — The St. Ignatius Fire Department Auxiliary is hosting their annual Picnic and Auction on June 25. There will be food, and a silent auction starting at 11 a.m. There will also be a live auction, and a bouncy house for kids. Activities end at approximately 2 or 3 p.m.
Lake County Marriages & Divorces for May 2022 Marriages
Sam Robert Williams and Angel Marie Sederburg Matthew Jon Wenzel and Theresa M. Anderson Kenneth E. O’Connor Jr. and Catherine J. Walters Zeb Marvin Barber and Adri Michelle Antoine Taelyr Mae Krantz and Trenton J. Abraham Luke Alexander Thielen and Olivia Marie Harrington
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Justin E. Evans and Taylor E. Evans (Cullen restored) Ried S. Hurtig and Adrianne J. Hurtig Gabriel Limon and Kendra I. Macek Richard R. Vaillant and Kimberly K. Vaillant James Steeber and Sheron Green 26 - June 22, 2022
POLSON — The Polson Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekdays. Lunch is available from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. weekdays. We deliver meals to shut-ins. Call us at 406883-4735, email us at: polsonseniorcenter@gmail. com or visit us at 504 Third Ave. E. Due to high demand, we are adding a fourth route for noon meal deliveries. Drivers are wanted for 1.5 hrs. per day to deliver to 12-14 homes on route from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Routes are 10 miles or less. Limited fuel reimbursement is available. Exercise for Mobility: Mondays, Wednesdays,
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Tai Ji (slow movement for balance) begins: Aug. 2, Tuesdays and Thursdays, for 6 weeks Bridge: Tuesdays and Fridays -sign up for seating Bridge instructor wanted for bridge class for beginners – inquire at the center. Pinochle: Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. (earlier or later if you wish) We rotate tables. New beginner players are welcome. Bingo: Fridays at 7 p.m. - lots of fun, cash prizes, snacks Hearing Clinic: Every third Thursday of each month ( July 16th) from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Veteran’s’ Rep: The first Friday of each month ( July 3) and third Tuesday of each month ( July 16) from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Pool: Open tables - call for information 8 a.m. to
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3 p.m. MENU (subject to change); in-house or takeout: Meals are still only $5 — Wednesday, June 22: Salisbury steak, whip potatoes, corn pea salad, butterscotch pudding — Thursday, June 23: Polish Dog, potato wedges, peas, Jell-O fruit salad, no bake cookie — Friday, June 24: Birthday Ham Dinner for Lunch! Scalloped spuds, yams, Watergate Salad, applesauce cake — Monday, June 27: veggie/beef soup, roll, pea/ cheese salad, pudding — Tuesday, June 28: chow mien, noodles,
egg roll, apple/craisin salad, spice cake — Wednesday, June 29: meatloaf, Au gratin potatoes, beets, fruity coleslaw, lemon bars — Thursday, June 30: pork cutlets, dressing, mixed veggies, green salad, fruit crisp Notice to those wishing to vote at the September annual meeting: You must have your membership paid up for 2021-2022 year before the end of July 2022. Persons joining after the end of July will not have voting privileges but may attend and participate in the non-voting proceedings.
classifieds Announcements Auctions JOHNCO STORAGE: Public sale JULY 6, 2022 at 2:00 pm at 808 7th Street East, Polson. Sell to highest bidder for CASH OR CERTIFIED CHECK ONLY, contents of unit 128. Units are subject to redemption prior to sale time. 406-883-5405.
Events Virgelle Merc. Antiques presents its outdoor Flea Market Sunday July 10th, 9 am-5 pm. Over an acre of Antiques and Collectibles. Located off Highway 87 between Loma and Big Sandy. Lunch available and vendor spots available. 1-800-426-2926 or email VirgelleMerc@hotmail.com
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Employment Help wanted ASSISTANT EDITOR CHAR-KOOSTA NEWS The successful applicant must have at least two (2) years of post-high school education in a university, community college or trade program with a solid grounding in journalism basics. Two (2) years’ proven experience with media. Candidates with direct experience in writing, editing, formatting photos, designing pages and print preparation will be desirable. Proven computer ability on both Mac and PC platforms. Able to cope with an often stressful environment that often requires quick adjustment to changes in schedules, deadlines and plans. Skillful writer, editor and design person (test required). Either copies or tear sheets
of work must be submitted. For edited pages, candidates are encouraged to include a narrative to explain why chosen materials were submitted. All applicants must submit a Tribal application and copy of academic transcript and/ or training certificate, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference a copy of DD214 must be submitted. Rate of pay is $21.71 to $24.96 an hour. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259 or personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications are also available on-line at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. This position is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT must pass pre-hire drug test. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. Extension Agent, Horticulture, Yellowstone County, Billings, MT. Exciting opportunity to provide leadership and educational programming in the community. For complete information and to apply, visit msuextension.org, click on “Careers.” Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled. WATER & SEWER ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT SALISH KOOTENAI HOUSING AUTHORITY The successful applicant must possess an Associate Degree in office administration or related field preferred. Position requires two years of experience and/or training in the operation of computers and software applications. Must be able to travel out-of-area for training. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license with no alcohol related convictions within the last three years. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, a copy of academic transcript, a copy of current valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming
veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) months probationary period. Salary range is $16.41 to $18.87 per hour and includes benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1029/1259. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, July 7th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
if other than CSKT, and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. Salary range is $15.64 to $17.98, plus benefits. May be employed under contract. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1040, or personnel@cskt. org. Tribal applications are also available online at www. csktribes.org. The closing date will be Thursday, July 7, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m. (MST). CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CERTIFIED) - 1 or more positions - TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT The successful applicant must be a graduate of a Certified Medical Assistant program with experience in a clinic setting. Licensed as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Preferred experience: Knowledge with confidential departments. Experienced with electronic health record applications. Medical terminology and understanding healthcare workflows. Knowledge of McKesson/Dragon software. Knowledge of electronic prescribing programs and software. Knowledge of behavioral health software and documentation processes. All applicants must be proficient and have a strong working knowledge of electronic health record systems, clinical software, and Microsoft Office applications. Must pass a prehire drug screen and random drug screens while employed. Must pass a background check. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, copy of academic transcript and/or training certificate, a copy of current valid driver’s license, completed supplemental background questionnaire, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe
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software, and Microsoft Office applications. Must possess a current Montana State R. N. license. Basic Life Support Certification. Existing or new National Provider Number. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, copy of academic transcript and/or training certificate, a copy of current valid driver’s license, completed supplemental background questionnaire, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT, and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test. Salary range is $29.21 to $33.58, plus benefits, may be employed under contract. see page 28
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classifieds Help wanted cont’d from pg. 27 To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1040 or personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications are also available online at www.csktribes. org. The closing date will be Thursday, July 7, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m. (MST). CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. Mail Clerk/Carrier I. Facilities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana.edu/hr/postings/30400. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled CITY OF SPEARFISH, South Dakota has openings for Police Officers. Starting wage $25.31 hour. For more information, please visit the career opportunities page at www. cityofspearfish.com. Laundry Aide St Luke Community Healthcare is seeking two energetic full-time Laundry Aides to work in our Housekeeping department. We have a Monday - Friday day shift and an Evening/ Weekend shift. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and dependable. Prefer previous institutional laundry experience. These positions come with benefits after 30 days! Applications available at www.stlukehealthcare.org. For additional information call Human Resources at 406-528-5244. IIM ACCOUNTING CLERK IIM DEPARTMENT The successful applicant must be a high school graduate, or GED equivalent required. One year of accounting courses above the high school level or equivalent combination of training and experience. If you are selected for this position, you will be required to complete a “Declaration of 28 - June 22, 2022
Federal Employment”, (OF306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. All applicants must submit a completed Tribal employment application, completed supplemental questionnaire for background investigations, copy of relevant academic transcripts and training certificates, copy of current valid driver’s license and proof of liability insurance, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of your DD214. This position is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed background investigation is required for your placement in this position. The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a prehire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is $15.42 to $17.72 per hour with benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available on-line at www.csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, June 30th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science & 4-H/Youth Development, Teton County, Choteau, MT. Exciting opportunity to provide leadership and educational programming in the community. For complete information and to apply, visit msuextension.org, click on “Careers.” Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled. HYDROLOGIC TECHNICIAN/ HYDROGRAPHER I NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT The successful applicant must possess two years of college education or one year of college with a physical science background, or a high school diploma or GED
and one year of experience in Natural Resource Data Collection. Must possess a current valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribes’ insurance policy. Must wear Tribal Government identification and safety apparel when conducting field activities. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcript, a copy of current valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This position is not a (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT must pass pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary range $17.70 to $20.34 per hour, depending on experience, plus benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes. org. Closing date will be Thursday, July 14th, 2022 at
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LEGAL NOTICE The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on July 21, 2022 at 2:30 pm. Public attendance will be in-person or through a virtual format via ZOOM. The hearing will include the following item: POLSON CITY COUNTY ZONING RRZD TEXT & MAP AMENDMENT REQUEST Doug Wold has applied for and is requesting a zoning text and map amendment within the Rural Residential Zoning District (RRZD) of the City County zoning area. The zoning text and map amendment would create a new overlay district called “vacation rental overlay” which would allow vacation rentals to occur on the properties affected by the overlay. Standards for vacation rental businesses are being included as a portion of the text amendment. The specific section of RRZD in which the new overlay is proposed is located within T23N and R20W, and consists of portions of sections 28, 29, and 32. The City County Planning Board reviewed the text and map amendment request for conformance with the criteria for zoning regulations found in 76-2-203, MCA, and made a recommendation to the Board of Lake County Commissioners. Information regarding the proposed amendment is available from the Lake County Planning Department. The Board of Lake County Commissioners will review the text and map amendment request for conformance with the criteria for zoning regulations found in 76-2-203, MCA, and may
pass a resolution of intention to adopt the amendment. All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. The proposed zoning regulations are on file for public inspection at the office of the Lake County Clerk and Recorder. Please note: If you would like to attend the public hearing via ZOOM, please contact the Lake County Commissioners at lakecommissioners@lakemt.gov or at (406) 883-7204. June 22 and 29, 2022 MNAXLP Chuck Wall Turnage Mercer & Wall, PLLP Attorneys at Law 312 First St. East Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-5367 Fax: (406) 883-5328
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MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE FULL CO-GUARDIANSHIP OF GRIFFIN ALEXANDER DEGROOT, a protected person. Cause No.: DG-22-1 NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JORDAN HUMBLE and KRISTY HUMBLE have filed a petition for Appointment of Full Co-Guardians in the above-entitled cause.
Final hearing upon said Petition for Appointment of Full Co-Guardians will be the 30th Day of June, 2022, in the District Court Courtroom of the Lake County Courthouse, Polson, Montana, or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard. DATED this 10th day of June 2022. TURNAGE MERCER & WALL, PLLP /s/ Chuck Wall Chuck Wall Attorney for Co-Petitioners June 15, 22 and 29,2022 MNAXLP PUBLICATION OF NOTICE OF PENDING ATTACHMENT OF A TAX LIEN On Monday, August 1, 2022, the Lake County Treasurer will attach a property tax lien to property on which the 2021 taxes are delinquent. The delinquent taxes, including penalties, interest and costs are a lien upon the property and that unless delinquent taxes, penalties, interest, and costs are paid prior to August 2, 2022, a tax lien will be attached and may be assigned to a third party. MCA 15-17-122 A complete delinquent list of all persons and property in the county now owing taxes, including all city and town property that is delinquent is on file in the office of the Lake County Treasurer and is open to public inspection and examination. For further information please contact the Lake County
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June 22 and 29, 2022 MNAXLP John A. Mercer Turnage Mercer & Wall, PLLP Attorneys at Law 312 1st St E Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: 406-883-5367 jmercer@turnagemercerwall.com MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: RONALD K. HASLEY, Deceased. Cause No.: DP-22-40 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate, and that the address of the Personal Representative is set forth below. All creditors of the decedent having claims against the decedent’s estate must present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice, or be forever barred as creditors of the decedent. A written statement of the claim indicating its basis, the name and address of the claimant, and the amount claimed, may be filed with the Clerk of the District Court, at Polson, Lake
County, Montana, or mailed, Return Receipt Requested, to the Personal Representative, c/o TURNAGE MERCER & WALL, PLLP, Attorneys for the Personal Representative, at 312 1st St. E, Polson, MT 59860. /s/ Russell L. Hasley Russell L. Hasley Personal Representative Estate of RONALD K. HASLEY, Deceased. June 15, 22 and 29, 2022 MNAXLP The Lake County Conservation District will hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 14th, 2022 at 6:00 p.m at the Lake County Conservation District Office (64352 US Highway 93, Ronan, MT 59864). The purpose of the public hearing will be to review the conservation district budget and to consider levying a permissive medical mill to cover the costs in the group benefits line item for FY 2022/23. Lake County Conservation District will conduct the public hearing in person and via teleconference. To participate in the meeting via teleconference, please call-in to 1-888-575-2051. Information related agenda items is available on the district website: www. lakecounty- conservationdistrict.org. For more information, contact Heidi Fleury, District Coordinator at 406676-2811 x102, 64352 U.S. Highway see page 30
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public notices Legals cont’d from pg. 29 93, Ronan, Montana, lakecountycd@ ronan.net. June 22 and 29, 2022 MNAXLP Brian D. Lee & Caydon C. Keller LEE LAW OFFICE PC P.O. Box 790 - 158 Main Street Shelby, MT 59474 Telephone: (406) 434-5244 Email: brian@leelawofficepc.com caydon@leelawofficepc.com Attorneys for Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of PATRICIA K. LIND, a/k/a PATRICIA KATHRYN LIND, and/or PATRICIA LIND, Deceased. Cause No. DP-22-36 NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Notice is hereby given that James Allen Lind 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 the claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to James Allen Lind, personal representative, return receipt requested, c/o Lee Law Office PC, P.O. Box 790, Shelby, Montana 59474, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court at Polson, Montana. Dated May 23, 2022. LEE LAW OFFICE PC By: Brian D. Lee Brian D. Lee June 8, 15 and 22, 2022 MNAXLP Chuck Wall Turnage Mercer & Wall, PLLP Attorneys at Law 312 First St. East Polson, MT 59860 Telephone: (406) 883-5367 Fax: (406) 883-5328
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MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE FULL CO-GUARDIANSHIP and FULL CO-CONSERVATORSHIP OF AVERY HARRISON HUMBLE, a protected person. Cause No.: DG-22-2 NOTICE OF HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that JORDAN HUMBLE and KRISTY HUMBLE have filed an Amended Petition for Appointment of Full Co-Guardians and Full Co-Conservators in the above-entitled cause. Final hearing upon said Amended Petition for Appointment of Full Co-Guardians and Full Co-Conservators will be held on the 30th day of June, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. in the District Court Courtroom of the Lake County Courthouse, Polson, Montana, or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard. DATED this 10th day of June 2022.
TURNAGE MERCER & WALL, PLLP /s/ Chuck Wall Chuck Wall Attorney for Co-Petitioners June 15, 22 and 29, 2022 MNAXLP Notice of Public Hearing Preliminary Budget Polson Rural Fire District Board of Trustees will hold a FY 2022-2023 preliminary budget public hearing July 13, 2022 5:00 p.m., Big Arm Station Number 2, 28565 7th Street. Draft budgets available at meeting, and Station 1, 25B Regatta Rd, Polson. Budgets may be amended prior to final budget adoption. Any taxpayer or resident in district may comment at meeting for or against budget. June 22 and 29, 2022 MNAXLP MONTANA WATER COURT NOTICE OF ENTRY OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND
KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION - STATE OF MONTANA - UNITED STATES COMPACT PRELIMINARY DECREE AND NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY CASE NO. WC-0001-C-2021 ALL WATER USERS NEED TO READ THIS NOTICE The Montana Water Court has been asked to approve a Compact settling the water rights claims of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation. The Flathead Compact was ratified by the Montana Legislature on April 24, 2015 (codified at § 85-20-1901, MCA), by the Congress of the United States on December 27, 2020 (Pub. L. No. 116-260, Title V, Division DD), by the Tribes by Resolution 21-023 of the Tribal Council on December 29, 2020, and signed by the Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior on September 17, 2021. The Flathead Compact Preliminary Decree is now available for your review.
served water rights of the Tribes within the State of Montana and will entitle the Tribes to divert and use water in accordance with the Flathead Compact within all or part of the following basins: Basin 76D, Kootenai River; Basin 76E, Rock Creek; Basin 76F, Blackfoot River; Basin 76J, Flathead River (South Fork); Basin 76K, Swan River; Basin 76L, Flathead River (below Flathead Lake); Basin 76LJ, Flathead River (to and including Flathead Lake); Basin 76M, Clark Fork River (between Blackfoot and Flathead Rivers); and Basin 76N, Lower Clark Fork River (below Flathead River). Also, Tribal water rights can have an impact on water rights in Basin 76G, Clark Fork River (above Blackfoot River); 76GJ, Flint Creek; and Basin 76I, Middle Fork of the Flathead River. The Preliminary Decree and Commencement Order are available at these locations: *The Montana Water Court, 1123 Research Drive, Bozeman, MT 59718 *The Montana DNRC, Water Resources Regional Office, 2705 Spurgin
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public notices cont’d from pg. 30 Road, Bldg. C, Missoula, MT 598065004; (406) 721-4284 *The Montana DNRC, Water Resources Regional Office, 655 Timberwolf Parkway, Ste 4, Kalispell, MT 59901-1215; (406) 752-2288 *Lincoln County Clerk’s Office, Libby, MT; Flathead County Clerk’s Office, Kalispell, MT; Sanders County Clerk’s Office, Thompson Falls, MT; Lake County Clerk’s Office, Polson, MT; Mineral County Clerk’s Office, Superior, MT; Missoula County Clerk’s Office, Missoula, MT; Ravalli County Clerk’s Office, Hamilton, MT; Granite County Clerk’s Office, Philipsburg, MT; Powell County Clerk’s Office, Deer Lodge, MT; Lewis and Clark County Clerk’s Office, Helena, MT; Deer Lodge County Clerk’s Office, Anaconda, MT; Silver Bow County Clerk’s Office, Butte, MT *Bureau of Indian Affairs, Flathead Indian Irrigation Project Office, 220 Project Drive, St. Ignatius, MT 59865; 406-745-2661 *CSKT Natural Resources Department, 301 Main Street, Polson, Montana, 59860; (406) 675-2700 The Preliminary Decree, Com- mencement Order, Notice, and Summary of the Flathead Compact water rights are also available on the Montana Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation website at http://dnrc.mt.gov/divisions/ water/adjudication/confederated-salish-and-kootenai-tribes-compact. OBJECTIONS Your water usage may be affected by the Flathead Compact. If you do not agree with the Tribal Water Rights recognized in the Flathead Compact, you may file an objection and request a hearing and the Water Court will hear your objection under the existing legal standards. All objections must be filed on the forms provided by the Water Court and must be received at the Water Court by December 6, 2022. Objections can be sent electronically to watercourt@mt.gov or to Montana Water Court, PO Box 1389, Bozeman, MT 59771. This will be your only opportunity to object to the Preliminary Decree. If you do not file an objection at this time, you will not be able to object to the Preliminary Decree in any other
proceedings before the Water Court and you will be bound by any final decree entered by the Water Court approving the Tribal Water Rights quantified in the Flathead Compact. EXTENSIONS The Water Court may grant a request for an extension of the time for filing objections. A request for an extension must be received by the Water Court on or before December 6, 2022. Use the Water Court’s Request for Extension form found at https://courts. mt.gov/courts/water/LegalResources. If an extension is granted, it will apply to everyone. Any extension will be posted at the offices listed above and will be advertised once in this newspaper. RIGHT TO APPEAL If you do not participate in Water Court proceedings, your right to appeal an adverse decision is limited by Section 85-2-235, MCA. MEETING One informal public meeting will be held by video conference: •Monday, July 11, 2022 at 6:00 pm. The meeting can be accessed by computer at: https://mt-gov. zoom. us/j/86359692851?pwd=QXQyZGpiR2RnenlrbnNuTkg3bmI2Zz09 or by telephone at +1 646 558 8656 or +1 406 444 9999. The meeting ID is 863 5969 2851 and the password is 333701. June 15, 22 and 29, 2022 MNAXLP PUBLIC NOTICE The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the resolution below on Monday, July 11, 2022 at 10:00 am in the Commissioners Chambers of the Lake County Courthouse located at 106 4th Avenue East Room 211. If you would like to submit a comment, and cannot attend the meeting, please email lakecommissioners@ lakemt.gov. RESOLUTION 22-22 TO EXPAND THE ABILITY AND DUTIES OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE WEST SWAN SHORES RURAL IMPROVEMENT AND MAINTENANCE DISTRICT TO LEVY, ASSESS, AND INCREASE FEES ON IMPROVED,
NEWLY IMPROVED, VACANT, AND ADDI- TIONAL PROPERTIES IDENTIFIED AS BENEFITTING FROM THE DISTRICT. WHEREAS, the Board of Lake County Commissioners adopted Resolutions 12-15 and 12-17 to create the West Swan Shores Road Rural Improvement and Main- tenance District, and WHEREAS, in 2017, the Board of Lake County Commissioners passed Resolution 17-18, to levy and assess the fee associated with the RIMD on newly improved properties within the district boundaries and; WHEREAS, on April 14, 2022, the Board of Lake County Commis- sioners received a petition to increase the annual fee and assess the fee on additional properties discovered to be benefiting from the RIMD, and WHEREAS, the Board of Lake County Commissioners and the Executive Committee of the RIMD have noted and are aware of the extreme danger of forest fires in the area serviced by the RIMD and
the $600.00 assessment. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on this matter on Monday, July 11, 2022, at 10:00 am, in the Commissioners Chambers located at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson MT 59860, room 211, where anyone who may be assessed the costs associated with this change may appear to be heard for or against the proposed resolution. A copy of this resolution will be mailed to all affected property owners at the last known address, as listed on the most recent tax rolls.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: 1. That the Board of County Commissioners hereby intends to levy and assess a $950.00 yearly maintenance fee upon the parcels and owners of record listed on the attached Addenda.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 6th DAY OF JUNE, 2022. BOARD OF LAKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS /s/ Gale Decker, Chairman /s/ Steve Stanley, Member /s/ William D. Barron, Member Attest: /s/ Katie Harding, Clerk & Recorder June 15 and 22, 2022 MNAXLP
WHEREAS, the board of Lake County Commissioners agrees that the District needs to be expanded and assessments increased to mitigate conditions on the Road that affect public health, safety, and the environment, and WHEREAS, the yearly maintenance fee of $600.00 currently assessed only on improved properties in the RIMD is no longer sufficient to: (i) maintain and repair the Road, (ii) provide plowing and sanding, and (iii) thin the forest encroaching on the Road right of way to maintain a fire break, and to provide safe visibility to drivers.
Public Sale: Stored goods in the unit{s} listed below have been placed on lien for non-payment and will be disposed of through sale or auction on July 5th @ 8:00 am at the South Shore Mini Storage, 38109 MT Hwy 35, Polson, MT. Terms of sale: Cash or certified check. Unit{s} #183 Salway; Unit{s} # D-109 Hawkins/Scarborough: contents are subject to redemption by lessee 24 hours prior to sale. Lessor reserves the right to bid at sale.
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