RONAN — Rep. Courtenay Sprunger, Sen. Shane Morigeau, Sen. Mike Cuffe, and Lindsey Carter of the DPHHS Developmental Disability Program visited the future site of Jake’s Farm in the Dell on Monday, Oct. 21.
A $400,000 state grant has helped launch construction of the new facility that will serve adults with severe autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
“I congratulate the tireless effort of Rich and Julie Janssen on their vision to bring this facility to life,” Governor Greg Gianforte said. “This has been their dream for many years, and now that dream has become a reality. I applaud all those who worked so hard to make this happen.”
Rich and Julie Janssen speak during an Oct. 21 visit to the site where Jake’s Farm in the Dell will be built. The new facility will serve adults with severe autism spectrum disorder and is named for the Janssens’ late son, Jake, who lived with severe autism. A $400,000 grant, funded through HB 952, will help launch construction of the facility.
anforte signed the bill on May 22, 2023.
The 2023 legislature approved the $400,000 in funds through HB 952 and Gov. Greg Gi-
Rep. Courtenay Sprunger carried the bill during the session, with key support from Sen. Shane
Morigeau who partnered with Sprunger to develop HB 952. The two legislators, together with Senator Cuffe, worked together to pass the bill into law.
“Families forced to send their adult children to out-of-state facilities
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“The Janssens are a shining example of what is possible when a few people dedicate themselves to making Montana a better place.”
- Rep. Courtenay Sprunger, Kalispell
match the grant amount with funding from public or private sources.
Public asked for help in finding missing Ronan woman
News from Lake County Sheriff Don Bell
LAKE COUNTY — On Oct. 14, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office took a report that 54-year-old Dnette Tenas, of Ronan, had not been heard from by friends or family since Oct. 8. Lake County Sheriff’s Office personnel and Tribal Police officers were able to determine her last confirmed location was in a recreation area near Buffalo Bridge on Oct. 8. Danette had been with friends in that area and became separated from them after a breakdown had occurred on a vehicle they were operating. The friends she was with attempted to locate her, but eventually assumed she got a ride from other friends or people who were present in the area as this would not be out of the ordinary for Danette to do. Danette is not known to carry or own a cellphone.
due to limited provider capacity was something we knew we needed to tackle,” Rep. Sprunger said. “Jakes’s Farm in the Dell will help fill a much-needed void, providing Montana adults with autism an opportunity to live and thrive in the communities they love. The Janssens are a shining example of what is possible when a few people dedicate themselves to making Montana a better place.”
HB 952 created a grant program for the purpose of providing grants for the construction of autism facilities designed and equipped to provide services to individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
To be eligible for these grant funds, organizations were required to
The facility is named after Janssen’s son Jake, who lived with severe autism until he passed away in 2023 at the age of 28.
“Adults with autism need residential facilities where they can be cared for, live amongst their community, have educational opportunities, and job placement,” Janssen said. “They deserve to have an independent life, close to their families, who are frequently their only connections and friends in the world.”
“To see this project progressing along is amazing. I congratulate the Janssen family and the Ronan community for coming together to support this work that will provide numerous opportunities for individuals with disabilities for years to come.”
Search efforts have been concentrated in the Buffalo Bridge area and have been conducted by Lake County Search and Rescue with help from the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes as well as Flathead County Search and Rescue. Danette was last known to be wearing a denim jacket over a white shirt, denim shorts, and slide-sandals with white soles and a sparkly sequin top. She is approximately 5’8” and 140 lbs. with dark brown hair and hazel eyes.
Though she typically lives in Ronan, Danette is known to be somewhat transient throughout the Mission Valley. If you are aware of Ms. Tenas’s whereabouts, please contact the Lake County Sheriff’s Office at 406-8837301.
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The above photo of Danette Tenas is from around April of this year.
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The photo at right of Danette Tenas was obtained from a local business’s security footage and depicts how she was dressed on the last day she was seen.
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Help Loaves and Fish capture matching funds
News from Polson Loaves and Fish
POLSON — It has been 21 years that the Town Pump Charitable Foundation has been offering their annual campaign to raise funds for our now 118 Montana Food Banks. We have partnered up with them and taken the annual challenge. If we can raise $15,000 from Sept. 1 to Nov. 30 in donations, they will match this amount. We rely on donations to keep the doors of our food pantry open and allowing us to buy nutritious foods for our clients. Every dollar goes toward providing food for those in need. Our entire food pantry here in Polson - Polson Loaves and Fish Pantry, Inc is manned by volunteers.
With 1 in 9 Montanans, including 1 in 6 Montana children, experiencing food insecurity we, like Town Pump, are ready to roll up our sleeves and work to raise these much-needed funds.
We would like to reach out and first thank everyone who has ever donated money to the Polson Loaves & Fish Pantry, Inc. It’s only because of your generosity that we are here serving our community and surrounding communities. We all try to work together to make this world a healthier place. Donations can be sent to: Polson Loaves & Fish Pantry, 904 1st Street East, Polson, MT 59860.
Ronan business teacher receives Teacher of Year award
News from Montana ACTE
MONTANA —
Heather Gray, Business teacher at Ronan High School has been awarded the 2024 Montana Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year. The award was presented during the Montana ACTE Fall Institute on October 15 during the Annual Awards Banquet at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center.
Heather Gray has been in education for over 30 years and jumped into the world of CTE 6 years ago to keep the business education program alive at Ronan High School. She has taught in Ronan, Montana, a rural community in the center of the Flathead Indian Reservation, since 2003. Heather has been involved with a variety of CTSOs
throughout her years in Ronan as her daughter was a state officer for 2 years in HOSA, her son serves as an officer in the Mission Valley FFA, and her husband is the state director for Montana TSA. Her passion for career tech is embedded deep within her heart
and the desire to share what it offers to all who pass through the doors of Ronan High School.
The Teacher of the Year program is to recognize career and technical educators who have recently provided or currently are providing significant contributions to professional associations and career and technical education programs for youth and/or adults in their fields, communities and/or states.
Recipients of this award must have made significant contributions toward innovative, unique and novel programs; and/or improvement, promotion, research or development of programs of career and technical education.
The Association for Career and Technical
Education is the largest national education association dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for careers. Montana ACTE is a member state with a mission to provide leadership in developing an educated, prepared, and competitive workforce. The Montana Association of Career and Technical Educators provide the career and technical education necessary to create the highly skilled workforce that supports the demands of the 21st century economy and promotes economic development in Montana’s communities.
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Ronan teacher Heather Gray has been named the 2024 Montana Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year.
Commerce awards $1.5M in grant funding to 10 Main Street communities
Funding to regenerate Main Street businesses and downtowns
News from the MT Dept. of Commerce
HELENA — The Montana Department of Commerce announced today that ten Montana communities will share $1.5 million in grant funding to regenerate Main Street businesses and downtown locations. The funding is provided by Commerce’s Montana Main Street Program.
“Main Street grants help Montana communities strengthen and preserve their historic downtown commercial districts through economic development, revitalization and historic preservation by leveraging long-range plan-
ning, organization, design and promotion,” said Paul Green, director of the Montana Department of Commerce.
The Montana Main Street Program works with local partners to identify and plan for a community’s greatest developmental needs and provides seed money to help implement high-impact projects.
Communities that will receive MMS grant funding:
The City of Ronan will receive $100,000 of MMS grant funding in support of the Spring Creek Kitchen Project adaptive reuse and mixed-use project.
“Thanks to the Montana Main Street Program’s funding and support, we have been able to put plans into action and make plans for more action in the future.”
Currently, there are 38 Montana Main Street communities. Eligible applicants for MMS grants include Montana Main Street communities who currently do not have an active grant. The funding for the program comes from Montana Senate Bill 540.
For more information about the Montana Main Street Program, visit: commerce.mt.gov.
In 2023, the City/County of Butte-Silver Bow received $100,000 of MMS grant funding to create a wayfinding plan and to install preformed thermoplastic crosswalk and streetscape surfaces in uptown Butte.
Montana Meth Project, Attorney General sound alarm on need for teen fentanyl education
News from the Montana Meth Project
MISSOULA — It’s National Red Ribbon Week, a time when leaders and partners come together to encourage young people to participate in drug prevention activities, and the Montana Meth Project and Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen are raising awareness of the dire need for teen Fentanyl prevention. According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, Fentanyl is the deadliest drug threat facing teens.
“Please, take this opportunity during Red Ribbon Week to talk to teens about the dangers
of using drugs, especially Fentanyl, and remind them to never take a pill that isn’t prescribed to them,” said Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen. “Fentanyl is the biggest public safety threat facing Montana. It’s infiltrated our communities, and it’s killing Montanans at alarming rates. As Attorney General, I will continue to do everything I can to combat the problem, and I’m grateful to organizations like the Montana Meth Project that are also working to stop Fentanyl overdoses. Together, we can save lives.”
The Meth Project has partnered with the DEA to bring the One Pill Can
Kill message to Montana teens, one endorsed by the Montana Attorney General’s Office.
“Fentanyl is appearing in illegal drugs of all kinds, including fake pills, Meth, and even marijuana,” said Amy Rue executive director of the Montana Meth Project.
“Young people are losing their lives to Fentanyl poisoning after taking substances they didn’t know were laced. With our new Fentanyl Prevention Lesson and resources, it’s our aim to provide life-saving education to Montanans.”
The Meth Project’s new Fentanyl Prevention Lesson is available for free online at MontanaMeth.
org. Presented by a high school senior, applying the Meth Project’s research-based peer-to-peer approach, the 10-minute video lesson is appropriate for middle school and high school students, as well as anyone who wants to learn more about the risks of Fentanyl.
During Red Ribbon Week, October 23 - 31, the Meth Project is encouraging schools and families to engage with teens in creating a Fentanyl prevention project for their community that incorporates the Not Even Once: One Pill Can Kill message. Project ideas and project submission details to enter to win an iPad can be found
at MontanaMeth.org.
Additional resources including 18-second Fentanyl Fact videos for school announcements and Fentanyl FAQ’s answering teens’ most-asked questions can also be found at MontanaMeth. org.
This fall, the Montana Department of Justice is distributing free naloxone kits to schools across the state. The kit includes tools needed to revive someone suffering from an opioid overdose including Fentanyl poisoning. The kit contains naloxone (commonly known as Narcan, a medicine used to reverse opioid overdoses), instructions on how to administer nal-
oxone, a CPR respirator mask, a CPR face shield, and educational information.
About the Montana Meth Project: The Montana Meth Project is a large-scale prevention program aimed at reducing teen Meth and Fentanyl use through public service messaging and community outreach. The nonprofit was founded in 2005 by businessman and philanthropist Tom Siebel as a private-sector response to Montana’s critical public health issue. Named the 3rd most effective philanthropy in the world by Barron’s in its global ranking, the organization has been credited with significant declines in teen Meth use. MontanaMeth.org
The City of Ronan will receive $100,000 through Montana’s Main Street Program in support of the Spring Creek Kitchen Project.
Valley Banks is Coats for Kids drop-off, pick-up location
LAKE COUNTY — Coats for kids are being collected and given out at all area Valley Banks locations from October 2024 to February 2025. New or clean and gently used coats for kids, as well as cash or gift card donations that can be used to purchase coats, can be dropped off between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Valley Banks in Polson, Ronan, St. Ignatius, Arlee, Hot Springs and Thompson Falls. Coats can also be picked up at those same times and locations.
President Biden apologizes for Indian boarding school era
News from the U.S. Dept. of the Interior
GILA
RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY, ARIZONA — Secretary Haaland joined President Biden at the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona this week on the President’s first trip to Indian Country. During their visit, the President issued an historic apology for the federal Indian boarding school era, spurred in part by the groundbreaking work conducted by the Department over the past three years through the
Secretary’s Federal Indian Boarding School Initiative. A government acknowledgement and apology for the trauma inflicted by these schools and related policies was the top recommendation of the Department’s investigate report.
President Biden said, “For decades this terrible chapter was hidden from our history books, but now our Administration’s work will ensure that no one will ever forget. After a hundred and fifty years the United States’ government eventually stopped the program. But the Federal Government has never, never, formally apologized for what happened. Until today. I formally apologize as President of the United States of America for what we did. I formally apologize.”
P.E.O. Chapter CA donates to schools
As the holiday season is approaching, Chapter CA members of P.E.O. decided again to forgo exchanging gifts with each other at Christmas and instead, donate money for clothing items for Cherry Valley and Linderman Schools. Nurses and guidance counselors from the schools were asked to generate a list of sizes and items. Ramona Mahoney and Janice Donovan, pictured above, shopped for clothing, boots, underwear, gloves and hats that will again be helpful for school personnel in meeting their students’ needs. P.E.O. is a women’s national organization whose primary mission is providing opportunities for women’s educational needs. Our Chapter CA members are pleased that they could also invest in our community’s young people’s wellbeing again this year.
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Charlo celebrates homecoming
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Charlo Viking Karson Cox runs the ball down the field during the Oct. 25 homecoming football game. The Vikings fell to the Darby Tigers, 24-57.
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Seeley McDonald and Branson Zempel were crowned 2024 Charlo homecoming queen and king.
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Karson Cox hands the football off to Brody Stinson during last Friday’s homecoming game.
Left: Charlo’s 2024 homecoming court includes, from left, Seeley McDonald and Branson Zempel, Jaydeen Durcharme-Morigeau and Berrit DuMont, KeAnna Koenig and Adam Sheumaker, and Danielle Davis and AJ Kobilansky.
SATELLITE VOTING WEEK
Tuesday, October 29 – Tuesday, November 5
Register to vote, update your registration, receive a ballot, vote in person, and drop off your filled-out ballot at these locations.
IMPORTANT
The General Election is coming up on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Check your registration status at MyVoterPageMT.com, get registered, and
Voting Offices Throughout Flathead Reservation on October 29–November 5
Do you want to vote early in person? Do you need to turn in your filled-out ballot? Do you need to register to vote or to update your voter registration? (If you have moved recently or changed your name, you will need to update your registration in order to be able to vote.)
The Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes has partnered with the Lake County Elections Office, Missoula County Elections Office, and Sanders County Elections Office to host special events in Elmo, Pablo, Ronan, St. Ignatius, Arlee, Hot Springs, Dixon, and at Gray Wolf Peak Casino to make it easier to vote in the election this November.
The following services will be available at the offices: Register to vote / update your voter registration, Receive a ballot, Vote early in person, Drop off your voted ballot. Go visit one of these offices for your election needs!
Addresses for the Satellite Election Offices:
CSKT Vern L. Clairmont Tribal Complex (Lake County): 42483 5th Ave E, Pablo, MT 59855
Elmo Health Center (Lake County): 33116 US Highway 93 North, Elmo, MT 59915
Arlee Indian Senior Center (Lake County): 11 Bitterroot Jim Rd., Arlee, MT 59821
St. Ignatius Indian Senior Center (Lake County): 223 Blind Barnaby, St. Ignatius, MT 59865
Ronan Indian Senior Center (Lake County): 12 Terrace Lake Rd., Ronan, MT 59864
Salish Kootenai College (Lake County): 58138 US-93, Pablo, MT 59855
Hot Springs Indian Senior Citizen Center (Sanders County): 214 North Spring Street, Hot Springs, MT 59845
Anita Matt Building (Sanders County): 405 Blanket Hawk Street, Dixon, MT 59831
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Wanting more
Life is pretty good for me right now, but I wake most mornings yearning for more.
Not more in things, but more in purpose. More in positive change for my world. More in feeling I am doing something substantial during my time on this planet.
I probably saw it as the everyday, and I may have taken it for granted. I may have even longed for more.
Slices of Life
Jill Pertler Syndicated columnist
It got me to wondering. Is this normal? Is it the human condition?
I experienced a great loss four years ago, and for much of the time after, I’ve wished I could go back to the way it was. I wished for the before, because the before felt like more.
But back then, I probably didn’t see it as more.
Then I lost what I had and saw it as the more.
I think we all yearn for more, in one way or another.
But.
Maybe what we already have is more. Maybe it is the more we will look back at longingly in the future.
I had that thought this morning, as I woke up wondering about all the whats and whys of life. What does this mean? Where is that going? Why me? What if? Why not me?
What could be better?
And then it dawned on me. Maybe I was asking the wrong questions.
What is good right now? How close is peace? What freedoms do I appreciate? Did I smile yesterday? Did I laugh?
Do I need more? Am I already living it?
The word “appreciation” is a bit overused right now, but it’s importance can’t be underscored or over-rated.
Appreciating what we have, in each day, in each moment is monumental to mental health. There are always things that could be going better; always things that are going wrong; always things that could go wrong in the future. Always things to worry about.
Living with hope, in the moment, choosing
joy, is a choice. Sometimes it is a difficult choice, because the default is literally pounding on our door. But it is a choice nonetheless.
I’ve found that sometimes, during the most difficult times of life, we can be sad, or bored, or scared or overwhelmed.
I’ve found that sometimes, during the best times of life, we can be sad, or bored, or scared or overwhelmed.
If this is true, the same must be so for joy and hope and peace and purposefulness.
You see where I’m going here?
We choose: sadness or joy, angst or peace, bored or purposeful.
But then, wherein comes the more?
Why do I still want
more? Is that wrong?
In a word, no. I don’t think so. It’s never wrong to aspire to more. To dive deeper. To surge further. To take it up one more step, or even two.
Even in bliss and peace and joy we can want more. We can reach for more. We can yearn for more.
That isn’t wrong. It is making the most of this life.
And that, my friends, is precisely what we all are supposed to do.
Never stop reaching. Never stop searching.
As for me? I wish you more - in whatever scenario that means to you - in the truest sense of the word.
LETTER POLICY
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Montana named best state in nation for outdoor recreation
HELENA — Governor Greg Gianforte recently announced Montana was ranked as the top state in the nation for outdoor enthusiasts.
“Montana is best known around the world for our beautiful vistas and wide-open spaces,” Gov. Gianforte said. “This report confirms what Montanans already know: our outdoor recreational opportunities are
the best in the country thanks to our work to boost public access, support our tourism industry, and protect our way of life.”
According to a SmileHub, Montana was ranked number one considering three key factors including outdoor activity access, economic impact and job opportunities, and environmental quality. Montana gained high marks across all three categories, including second in the nation for outdoor activity
access and seventh for economic impact.
Increasing public access to public lands is a top priority for the governor. Since Gov. Gianforte took office, Montanans gained access to more than 100,000 acres of public lands through new WMAs in the Big Snowy Mountains, Bad Rock Canyon, and along the Yellowstone River with expanded access at Mount Haggin, and a new state park at Somers Beach.
In August, Gov. Gianforte led the state’s purchase of more than 50,000 acres of habitat conservation leases to increase public access, keep agricultural land in production, and conserve prairie habitats.
And working together with sportsmen, outfitters, and landowners, the governor last year signed into law several bills to promote public access and increase hunting opportunities for Montanans.
Letters must be 350 words or less. A writer will only be published twice per month. Letters may be edited for content or length, or may not be published if considered libelous, in poor taste, spiteful, self-promotional or of limited interest to the general readership. Space limitations also dictate when or if letters are published.
Letters must be signed by the author and name, address and phone number must be included – phone number is for verification purposes only. Letters from organizations must include the name of at least one author. Please limit “thank you” letters to four people/organizations or less. Deadline is noon Friday to publish the following week.
Opinions expressed in this section are not necessarily those of the newspaper.
News from the office of Governor Gianforte
PHS launches new graduation requirement for seniors
By Andy Fors, PHS Principal
POLSON — As part of Polson High School’s ongoing commitment to preparing students for life beyond the classroom, we are excited to announce our inaugural year of the “Pirate Pursuits” program — a new graduation requirement for all seniors. This initiative encourages students to engage in experiential learning that allows them to explore a meaningful project that aligns with one of four pathways: Community Involvement, Career Readiness, Cultural Understanding, or Creative Expression.
What is Pirate Pursuits?
The program requires seniors to complete a minimum of 15 hours on a project they select within their chosen pathway. Each project should stretch students’ intellectual and personal growth, fostering skills in goal-setting, self-directed learning, and reflection. For example, students exploring Community Involvement might volunteer at a local nonprofit, while those interested in Career Readiness might shadow a professional in a field they wish to pursue. Projects culminate in a tangible product that showcases their journey, a portfolio documenting their progress, and a presentation to share their achievements.
Looking for Community Mentors
To support our students in these endeavors, we’re seeking community mentors with expertise or experience related to the students’ chosen projects. Mentors play a key role in offering guidance, insight, and networking opportunities. A mentor’s commitment includes verifying the student’s activity hours and, if possible, attending their final presentation. Mentorship can be a deeply rewarding way to give back to the community and inspire our future leaders.
If you are interested in becoming a mentor and positively impacting a senior’s education, please reach out to Andy Fors, principal of Polson High School, at 406-883-6351. Your support can make a significant difference in a student’s life and in our broader community.
Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024 Elmo Health Center 33116 US HWY 93, Elmo, MT 59915 11:30am7:00pm Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 Arlee Indian Senior Center 11 Bitterroot Jim Rd., Arlee, MT 59821
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Kootenai College 58138 US HWY 93, Pablo, MT 59855 8:00am12:00pm
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Polson
By Pete Mangels for the Valley Journal
POLSON Happy Halloween! Drive safely out there.
November 3 is so irritating. Set your clocks back Saturday evening, Montana Standard Time. Or just throw your clock outside and watch time fly away.
Tuesday is election day. I call it race day, and I bet on which TV station will predict a winner, and then renege. Don’t stay up. Get a good night’s rest. Staying up won’t give you the answer. Wait until Jan. 5.
Pinochle is such a strange name for a fun card game; it’s easy to learn and play. We had 17 players on Oct. 24.
The Mission Mountain Spinners group is new to our activity list. Bring your spinning wheel.
Substitute cooks are needed when our regular staff members are absent due to illness or vacation. Pay DOE.
Classes for cell phone/ computer use have been postponed until 2025. Try getting assistance at the library or ask a friend, or a teen.
See’s Candy is in and for sale at $27 per box. There is a limited supply. Buy them early and hide them. Don’t forget where you put them.
Activities:
Bowling: “no-tap” Tuesdays 1-3 p.m. Join any
time. Call Don at 406885-5617.
Carving Wood for beginners: Wednesdays & Fridays at 1 p.m. Join any week.
Bridge: Inquire at the center.
Mah-Jong: Wednesdays at noon.
Board/card games: Wednesdays and Mondays, 12:30-3 p.m. Bring some friends. Play Scrabble - Clue -Sorry …
VSO (Veterans Service Officer:) first Friday and third Tuesday of each month - 9 a.m.-noonWalk-ins OK.
Memory Café by Angel Care: first Tuesday of each month, Nov. 5. Cognitive support group.
Bingo: Fridays - open at 5:30 p.m. - play at 6 p.m. - also “Playing Card” bingo first and third Wednesdays at 6 p.m.
Exercise: sitting or standing or dancingM-W-F, 10:30–11:30 a.m. - video-assisted —
Spinning Wheelers: First Tuesday of each month (Nov. 5) 11 a.m.-1 p.m. - Call 208-520-1013
Friday, Nov. 8: hamn-cheese subs, tater-tots, applesauce-n- cinnamon, pasta salad, fruit Our Community Center is located at 504 Third Ave. E; open 8 a.m.–3 p.m. weekdays. Call us at 406883-4735, email: polsonseniorcenter@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook!
St. Ignatius
By Barb Plouffe for the Valley Journal
ST. IGNATIUS Remember to vote on Nov. 5.
Bingo will be played on Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. at the St. Ignatius Senior Center. Come enjoy the fun and goodies.
We will hold the AARP Safe Driving Course on Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. Some insurance companies will
give you a discount if you take the course. If interested, call and let us know you are coming so there will be enough information for everyone.
A lady from Area VI Agency on Aging will be here on Nov. 7 to help you evaluate and find a Medicare Advantage or Supplement plan, plus a drug plan if needed. Sign up at the center or call 406-8837284 to schedule a time between 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
We are looking for a Site Manager to work 8 to 12 hours a week.
— Friday, Nov. 8: noonfish, mac & cheese, green beans, pears, corn bread, cake
If you would like a takeout meal, call 406745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Fridays and by 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. Mealtimes are listed with menu. Menus for the month are available in the entryway of the center. Remember everyone is welcome at our meals. Come enjoy a delicious meal and good conversation.
Our Senior Center is available to rent. If you are interested, call 406-7454462 and leave a message.
If you have question about obtaining Elder Commodities call or stop by for information and application
Gentle Yoga is held on Wednesdays from 1-2:15 p.m. If you are interested in the class, call Bonnie Kiser at 406-253-0177.
Her rates are five sessions for $65.
Taiji Exercise program will be held Mondays at 1 p.m. Kory Gunderson is the instructor. For any question call Kory at 406361-0304. The charge is $12 a session.
Ronan
By Donna Daniels for the Valley Journal
RONAN Mission
Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital. Any age is welcome to come enjoy our meals and you don’t have to be a senior citizen.
We are open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and other activities.
Our November Sunday meal will be on Nov. 10 and we will have a ham dinner with all the trimmings.
We are trying to find
someone who is interested in cooking and dishwashing and a Meals on Wheels relief driver. If you or someone you know is interested, contact Donna at 406-676-2371.
We are always looking for new members. Come in and give us a try.
Pinochle has started again and is played on Mondays from 1:30 to 4 p.m.
The Ronan Senior Center is available to rent for your events. Call us if you are having an event and need a location to have it.
With the cost of groceries going up, we would like some feedback on raising our prices from $7 to $8. It’s not an ideal situation but we don’t know what else to do.
If anyone has produce, meat or consumable products, we would gladly take them. We are especially interested in meat.
We have canceled our bazaar, but we will have a Bake Sale on Nov. 8, Nov. 10 and Nov. 11.
We also have pool table available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come join the fun.
Everyone is welcome to join our meals, no matter what age you are. We ask for a $7 donation for our Monday, Wednesday and Friday meals and $10 for our Sunday meal.
If you would like a meal delivered to your business just call us by 10 a.m. Also, we will gladly send you a menu if requested.
obituaries
Donna Cason
POLSON Donna Lorraine (Bras) Cason, age 94, passed away Oct.16, 2024, at the St. Joseph Assisted Living in Polson. She was born Aug. 28, 1930, at the McKell nursing home in Thompson Falls. She was the firstborn child to Lando and Lucille Bras. Following the birth of their daughter they re-
turned home to Plains where her dad worked at a bakery. Lando made the comment that, “It took a long time before Donna started to talk, but once she started, she didn’t quit.” The following year Lando wanted to farm, so the family moved to the Murray homestead in Lonepine. The house that they lived in was built by Reverend Samuel Murray and his wife Mary, it is still standing today. The Murray’s were Lando’s grandmother and step-grandfather.
At 15 years of age, Donna took on a job at the Hub Supply in Lonepine. In 1945 during her sophomore year of school, she stayed with family in Thompson Falls and worked at the Sanders County Assessor’s office.
Donna met Gordon Cross at a dance in Lonepine and the two were married in 1947. Over the years their family
Donna was the perfect older sister to her younger siblings, Lois Estelle, Mary Lou, Lando Leroy (Bud), Clarence Orla and John Carl. She spent her school years in Lonepine and graduated in 1948. Her class of four students was the last class to graduate from Lonepine High School.
included five children, Robert Charles, James Lee, Cheryl Roseann, Dawn Marie and John (Jack) Louis. They made a living by farming and operating the Camas Prairie store. In the morning and evening Donna drove school bus for the Camas Prairie School. In 1957 they started a Christmas tree yard, buying and baling the trees together. Harry Dixon bought the bulk of their trees and shipped them to Sheridan Road Nursery in Peoria, Illinois. During the day Donna worked in the tree yard, in the evening she cooked dinner for
countless people making sure no one left hungry. On Good Friday in 1962 the store, with their living quarters in the back, was destroyed by a fire. Friends and family helped them settle in a farmhouse a couple miles down the road. Gordon and Donna parted ways in 1969. She moved to Hot Springs with her three younger children and worked at the Hot Springs Mercantile. Donna also drove a school bus route for the Hot Springs School District. Driving bus enabled her to be involved with the students and she loved it.
After all of her chil-
dren completed high school, Donna moved to Missoula in 1979. While living there she was employed at Olson Grocery, Curley’s Tavern, Darigold Farms and Tri-Mont Equipment. Donna also enjoyed the Missoula Antique and Classic Car Club.
In 1988 Donna moved to Spokane and worked for KC Auto Paint & Supplies. Her second job was for CMS Security Services. A bonus to this job was she got to enjoy concerts and special events at the Spokane Coliseum. While living in Spokane Donna got
Donna Cason
Biden administration reverses decision to defund GEAR UP
News from the office of Senator Tester
BIG SANDY Following pressure from U.S. Senator Jon Tester, the Biden Administration’s Department of Education announced it has reversed its decision to defund a critical program for Montana’s rural students, and will award a total of $29,750,000, or $4,250,000 per year for seven years to the Montana University System’s Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Program (GEAR UP).
In a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona last month, Tester expressed his “extreme disappointment” that the Department initially rejected the state’s application based on subjective diversity hiring requirements, and demanded the decision be reconsidered.
“As a former public school teacher and as a third-generation farmer, I know that education is one of the
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reacquainted with her high school sweetheart Donald Cason. They were married in 1993, and she moved to Helena with him. With this marriage Donna gained two stepchildren, Gail (Cason) Hill and Bruce Cason.
Don passed away in 1998 while they were visiting his daughter in Gig Harbor, Washington. Donna then moved to Polson and worked at Granny’s Gift Gallery. She also did volunteer work at the Country Store. Donna loved to keep track of everyone in her extended family and took pride in having
great equalizers for kids growing up in rural communities,” said Tester. “The Montana University System’s GEAR UP is one of the best tools we have to get kids ready for college, and it’s critical that it receives full federal support. I’m glad to see the Biden Administration reverse this misguided decision and fund this program to support our rural students and ensure that every Montanan who wants to go to college is equipped to do so.”
Montana GEAR UP prepares rural students for college by providing tutoring, mentoring, academic and career counseling, and exposure to college campuses. Without the resources provided by Montana GEAR UP, many statewide services, including free access to the ACT and pre-ACT and Montana’s dual enrollment program, will be severely limited.
In his letter to Secretary Cardo-
recorded the names and birthdays of all 206 descendants of Lando and Lucille Bras.
Donna is preceded in death by her husband, Don Cason; parents, Lando and Lucille Bras; son, Jim Cross; great-grandson, Emmett Cross; and brother, Clarence Bras.
She is survived by children, Bob (Bev) Cross, Jack Cross, Cheryl Cross, and Dawn Cross Lewis; daughter-in-law, Jess Cross; step-children, Gail (Doug) Hill, and Bruce (Kim) Cason; siblings, Lois Dupuis, Mary Lou Cross, Bud Bras, and John (Jeanne) Bras; sister-in-law, Sally Bras; grandchildren, Jessica (Brent) Rochan, Sean
na, Tester wrote, “This rejection of Montana’s GEAR UP application clearly demonstrates that unelected bureaucrats in Washington D.C. simply do not understand rural states like Montana and would rather push their own ill-advised agendas on hiring practices than actually help the students that would benefit from this funding … I request your immediate reconsideration of this matter and look forward to your response.”
Last year, Tester introduced his bipartisan Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act to ensure farm families aren’t paying higher costs to send their kids to college. Tester’s bill would restore the exemptions for family farm land and small businesses from being declared as an asset on the FAFSA form, saving the children of farmers and small business owners from being denied sufficient aid in the application and financial aid calculation.
(Angie) Cross, Jamie Cross, Gift Cross, Seamus (Erika) Manley, Andrew (Kayleena) Manley, Alissa Lewis, Louis (Julie) Cross, Lucas Cross, and Jordan (Kara) Cross; great- grandchildren, Elle Rochan, Gia Rochan, Thomas Cross, Emily (Ole) Kyllo, Kaelen (Bob) Schenk, Conner Cross, Gage Cross-Lake, Corben Cross-Lake, Logan Manley, Blake Manley, Brynlee Manley, Alex (Tot) Hegelson, Cole Cross, Sara Cross, Skyler Knudsen, Aubree Cross, and Norah Cross; great great-grandchildren, Opal Kyllo, Ronan Kyllo, Mayson Hegelson, Juniper Hegelson, and Trip Hegelson; step-grand-
births
Luthien Carter
POLSON Luthien Adele-Rae Carter was born on Oct. 9, 2024, at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s Nesting Place in Polson. She was 18 inches long and weighed 6 pounds, 15.5 ounces. Luthien’s parents are Rosetta Anderson and David Carter of Polson. Luthien’s maternal grandparents are Robert and Rae Anderson. Paternal grandparents are Adele and Stan Richardson. Paternal great-grandparents are Carl and Vera Louise Jansky.
Malakai Peak
RONAN Malakai Victory Peak was born on Oct. 15, 2024, at the St. Luke New Beginnings Birth Center. He measured 8 pounds, 11 ounces and 21.5 inches long. Parents are Kaden and Dianna Peak of Hot Springs. Paternal grandparents are Leonard Peak of Arlee and Crystal Metcalf of Dixon. Malakai joins siblings Mica, Manuel, and Mataya. Malakai Peak
children, Amber (Tyler) Mikkelson, Brad (Maddy) Buchanan, Steven (Chace) Brocker, and Shelby Cason; step-great grandchildren, Kai Mikkelson, Maia Mikkelson, Laila Mikkelson, Griffin Buchanan, Raeten Buchanan, Rory Buchanan, Lincoln Brocker, and Lila Brocker.
The burial will be at the Murray Memorial Cemetery in Lonepine. Messages of condolence may be shared with the family online at: www. lakefuneralhomeandcremation.com.
Arrangements are under the care of The Lake Funeral Home and Crematory.
Get a job – earn college credits – make a difference!
To apply you must submit an SKC application, resume and applicable transcripts to: Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855. Toll free 877.752.6553, ext. 4985 Direct Dial 406.275.4985/4977
Nursing Faculty 2 openings (10 months)
Salary Range: $55,935 - $65,551 DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Nursing Simulation Lab Instructor
Salary Range: $54,301-$56,400 DOEE
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Career Advisor for TRIO Student Support
Services Program (10 months)
Salary Range: $37,744 - $40,824 DOEE
Closing Date: Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024; 4:00pm MST
Custodial Services Team Leader (2 positions)
Salary Range: $16.97/hr
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Custodian Part-time
Salary Range: $14.80/hr
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PT-Season Grounds Maintenance Technician
Salary Range: $15.54/hour DOEE
Closing Date: Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024; 4:00 pm MST
Accounting Tech/Receptionist
Salary Range: $14.48 - $15.12/hr DOEE
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Security Officer Part-Time
Salary Range: $13.20-$14.54/hr DOEE
Closing Date: Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024; 4:00 pm MST
Wildlife/Fisheries Ecologist (9 months)
Salary Range: $51,062 - $56,111 DOEE
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Nursing Clinical Instructor-9months (2 Openings)
Salary Range: $45/hr -$55/hr DOEE (part-time, 14hrs a week)
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Academic Transfer Specialist
Salary Range: $35,182 - $37,072 DOEE
Closing Date: Monday, Nov. 4, 2024; 4:00pm MST
Indigenous Research Center (IRC) Program Assistant
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Assistant Basketball Coach - Athletics Dept.
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Social Work Instructor (9 months)
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Social Work / CD Instructor (9 months)
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Indigenous Research Center (IRC) Digital Materials & Tech Specialist
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Soils & Groundwater Hydrology Instructor-9month
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Wildland Fire Instructor (9 months)
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The Nursing Department is actively seeking adjunct nursing faculty who are excited about teaching and student learning. Adjunct nursing faculty will hold a minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree and a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree from both an accredited nursing program and college. If a BSN prepared nurse is currently enrolled in a master’s program, they will be considered as a qualified applicant. Any person seeking adjunct employment please send a completed SKC application, resume, and unofficial transcripts to Teresa Sias at teresa_sias@skc.edu. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Salish Kootenai College (SKC) is an Indian preference and equal opportunity employer. SKC does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual identification, gender, age, or disability, except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended. Consistent with state and federal law, reasonable accommodation will be provided to persons with disabilities.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Fire Board to meet
ST. IGNATIUS The regular meeting of the St. Ignatius Rural Fire District board will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m. in the Fire Hall meeting room.
Join ‘Moms Connect’
POLSON — On this Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. join Women Connect at Wildhorse Hot Springs to build community and celebrate a successful series. Register at: www.familiesfirstmt. org/moms-connect.html.
Attend Septic System Longevity workshop
POLSON — A Septic System Longevity workshop will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 6-8 p.m. at the Polson Library. This is a free educational event open to the public benefitting Lake and Flathead County. A screening for $200 septic pumping rebate will be done at the event. Email: LakeCD@macdnet.org for more information.
Meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice, and discussion via Zoom from 6-7:30 p.m. For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry. Smyers@gmail.com.
Thursday, Oct. 31
Make a difference with Trick or Treat Food Drive
RONAN — Family and Consumer Science teacher
Ms. Umbriaco invites you On Thursday, Oct. 31, at 4 p.m. in her room at Ronan High School to a frightfully fun afternoon filled with treats and a chance to make a difference. This is a trick or treat food drive and rather than candy neighbors are asked for canned food for the Bread Basket. Also, all school clubs are invited to trick or treat for canned goods and see who can bring the most pounds of food. Bring your best costumes.
Join Pumpkin Patch Bash
POLSON — Join the New Life Church’s Pumpkin Patch Bash at 1414 2nd Street W on Oct. 31 from 4:30-6 p.m.
Trunk or Treat planned
POLSON — On Oct. 31, from 6-8 p.m. on 3rd Ave. W, The Cove and The Bridge Church will hold a Trunk or Treat event. Enjoy free candy, music, trunks, contests, and giveaways and enter your trunk to join the fun and win prizes.
Trick or Treat in downtown Polson
POLSON — Downtown Polson stores are ready for your little trick or treaters all day Thursday, Oct. 31.
Library holds ‘Story Time’
POLSON — Story Time is held each Thursday from 10 -11a.m. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones at the North Lake County Public Library. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. Miss Mallory will be running this program during our transition in Youth Services.
Trick or Treat at the library
POLSON — Bring your kiddos to the North Lake County Public Library for Trick or Treating. We look forward to seeing everyone’s costumes.
Trick or Treat at Super Oval
POLSON — At 6 p.m. the
chance to design their own tile mosaic to take home. This family-friendly workshop includes all materials and snacks. Space is limited, so reserve your spot now by calling 406-726-5550 or email: info@arleecdc.org.
Three-day Holiday Bazaar to be held in Polson
POLSON — The annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on Friday, Nov. 1 from 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday Nov. 3, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 2
Ronan Senior Center holds bazaar
fun begins at the Mission Valley Super Oval with a Halloween Trunk or Treat. The public is invited.
MME holds Trunk or Treat
POLSON — Beginning at 6 p.m. at 4 Seventh Ave. E, (parking lot off of Main Street), Mission Mountain Empowerment will hold a Trunk or Treat event. Come join us.
Friday, Nov. 1
Parents invited to learn mosaic art with kids
ARLEE — The Arlee Community Development Corporation is offering a tile mosaic workshop for parents and kids third grade and up on Friday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to1 p.m. The class will be taught by mixed media artist Sean Parson, who will discuss his artwork currently on display at the Arlee CDC gallery and give a demonstration of the tile mosaic creation process. Participants of all ages will have the
RONAN — The Ronan Mission Valley Senior Center bazaar is coming up. It will be held on Nov. 2 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. If you would like to rent a table, call the center at 406-676-2371.
Library holds meet and greet, seeks volunteers
POLSON — Join the Friends of the Library in the Community Room at the Polson library on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 2 to 4 p.m. for a meet and greet event to learn about future book sale plans and volunteer opportunities.
Tuesday, Nov. 5
Library closes for election day
POLSON —The North Lake County Public Library and The Joyful Cup will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 5, for election day and staff development. The Digital Library never closes. Visit the website at: www.northlakecountylibrary.org to explore.
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Tack manufacturer to attend MV Back Country Horsemen meeting
RONAN — Mission Valley Back Country Horsemen will hold their next monthly meeting on Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. at the VFW in Ronan on Round Butte Rd. Our program will be presented by Janey Salomon of KC Pony Co. She has handcrafted high quality mohair tack and knit and crocheted wool apparel for the discerning horse person. You can also contact her at: KCPonyCo@gmail. com (KC Pony Co, LLC Facebook). Remember, Christmas will soon be upon us! Hope to see you there.
Wednesday, Nov. 6
Tribal Health hosts diabetes dinner
ST. IGNATIUS — The Tribal Health Diabetes Team would like to invite the community to a “Diabetes Meet-and-Greet Dinner” held across at St. Ignatius Fitness Center. We
will learn about diabetes and ask questions as we socialize over dinner from 6-7:30 p.m.
To register go to: forms. office.come/r/zv4um3nJNM?ORIGIN=QRCode or call Merissa Pablo for more information at: 406-7453525 ext. 5179. Food catered and a change to win a door prize.
Teacher to discuss Generative AI
POLSON — Connor Mulvaney is a Computer Science Teacher and AI Specialist at Polson High School and will give a brief overview of Generative AI (GenAI) technology and discuss use cases for GenAI technology in business, education, and personal life on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at noon at Bunkers.
Meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice, and discussion via
Zoom from 6-7:30 p.m.
For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@ gmail.com.
Transportation Committee to meet
PABLO — Lake County Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) will meet on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 11 a.m. at CSKT Transit Center, 52001 Quicksilver Rd, Pablo to discuss public transportation issues including vehicle purchases in 2025.
Thursday, Nov. 7
Library holds ‘Story Time’
POLSON — Story Time is held each Thursday from 10 -11a.m. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones at the North Lake County Public Library. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5. Miss Mallory will be running this program during our transition in Youth Services.
Friday, Nov. 8
Jazz trio entertains
POLSON— An incredible jazz trio, Duende Libre Trio, whose original music combines jazz virtuosity with rhythms from Cuba, Brazil and the Mediterranean into a strikingly authentic blend. Ticks are available at: missionvalleylive.com; First Interstate Bank in Polson or True Value in Ronan. Tickets are $15 at the door and all youth 18 and younger are free.
Saturday, Nov. 9
Save the date for the 36th annual Holiday Bazaar
RONAN — Support local vendors and businesses on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the 39th Annual Holiday Bazaar at the Ronan Community Center beginning at 10 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. A silent auction also begins at 10 a.m. and ends at 2:45 p.m. Lunch will be available for purchase along with pioneer stories shared, a quilt raffles, and a holiday stocking drawing. Call Connie Romero at 406-676-0588
or email: gfwcmissionvalleywomansclub@gmail.com with questions.
Wednesday, Nov. 13
Tribal Health hosts diabetes dinner
POLSON — The Tribal Health Diabetes Team would like to invite the community to a “Diabetes Meet-and-Greet Dinner” held across at the Polson Tribal Senior Center. We will learn about diabetes and ask questions as we socialize over dinner from 6-7:30 p.m. To register go to: forms. office.come/r/zv4um3nJNM?ORIGIN=QRCode or call Merissa Pablo for more information at: 406-7453525 ext. 5179. Food catered and a change to win a door prize.
Meditation classes offered
ZOOM — Mission Mountain Zen is offering free online meditation classes. Join the Mission Mountain Zen Center on Wednesdays, for an online meditation class led by Zen Teacher, Zenku, including meditation instruction, practice, and discussion via
Zoom from 6-7:30 p.m.
For more information and a Zoom link to the class call Zenku at 847-721-0665 or email at: Jerry.Smyers@ gmail.com.
Thursday, Nov. 14
Library hosts ‘Story Time’
POLSON — Story Time is held each Thursday from 10 -11a.m. Join us to read books, make crafts and play games with your little ones at the North Lake County Public Library. This program is geared for kindergarten readiness ages 3-5.
Donation day planned at library
POLSON —Friends of the Library will hold their donation day on Nov. 2 for the month of November. You can donate up to two boxes of books per donation. Please make sure they are in good, clean condition. Visit: northlakecountylibrary. org and go to the “about us” tab and choose material donation policy for specific details.
2025 Montana Migratory Bird Stamp contest opens
News from MT Fish, Wildlife & Parks
HELENA — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking submissions for the 2025 Montana Migratory Bird Stamp contest.
This is the second year of the new Montana Migratory Bird Stamp program. In 2024, Florida artist John Nelson Harris won with his painting of a pintail. The first year of the new program saw more than 70 submissions from artists around the country.
“We’re excited to see the interest this contest has with artists,” said FWP Director Dustin Temple.
“We will continue to use the Montana Migratory Bird Stamp as a tool to generate awareness in the importance of wetland conservation and restoration around the state.”
The 2025 Montana Migratory Bird Stamp contest will be open through Jan. 31. The Wetlands Protection Advisory Council will select the winning art in early February.
Details on contest rules and entry information can be found at: https://fwp.mt.gov/migratory-bird-stamp. The winning artist will receive a $2,000 cash prize and be featured on promotional materials throughout 2025.
Wetlands are critical for many wildlife and aquatic species, as well providing critical ecosystem functions like flood control, groundwater recharge and water purification.
FWP’s Migratory Bird Wetland Program helps landowners and other conservation partners de-
velop and fund projects that protect, conserve, enhance or create high-quality wetland habitat.
The 2025 Montana Migratory Bird Stamp will not be required to hunt migratory birds in Montana. To hunt migratory birds, hunters will need a current Montana migratory bird license and their federal duck stamp, the same as in years past.
However, those who purchase a Montana migratory bird license will receive a free collectable sticker showing the winning artwork, information about the Migratory Bird Wetland Program and information about how to make additional contributions. Purchasing a Montana migratory bird license is a great way to support wetland habitat conservation.
public meetings
The Polson City Commission meets every first and third Mondays (Wednesday, if the Monday falls on a holiday) of the month at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 106 1st Street East. Meetings are open to the public.
St. Ignatius City Council meets the second Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. at City Hall, 12 First Ave. 406- 745-3791
Ronan City Council meetings are held on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m., 207 Main Street SW, Ste A. 406-676-4231
Lake County Commissioners , 106 Fourth Ave. E, room 211, (Lake County Courthouse) 406-883-7278, Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
The Lake County Conservation District , 64352 US HWY 93, Ronan, meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Meetings are open to the public and agendas may be found at LakeCountyConservationDistrict.org.
The Ronan School District No. 30 Board of Trustees have regularly scheduled board meetings once a month. They meet the second Monday of every month in the K. William Harvey Elementary Multi-Purpose Room. Regular meetings begin at 7 p.m.
The Polson School District No. 23 Board of Trustees have regularly scheduled board meetings once a month. Meetings are held the second Monday of each month from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the District Office, 111 4th Ave. E, 406-883-6345.
The Charlo School District 7J B Board of Trustees have regularly scheduled meetings on the third Thursday of every month. Meetings are held in the school library, 404 1st Ave. W, and begin at 7 p.m. The phone number is 406-6442206.
The Arlee School District No. 8 Board of Trustees hold regularly scheduled meetings on the second Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held in the Arlee High School Library, 72220 Fyant Street, and begin at 6:30 p.m. The phone number is 406-726-3216.
Valley View Elementary is located at 42448 Valley View Road. The phone number is 406-8832208.
St. Ignatius School District No. 28 Board of Trustees meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the library, 76 Third Avenue. The phone number is 406-745-3811.
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- PABLO, MT This position is an integral part of the Facilities & Maintenance Department and consists of work to provide technical and skilled custodial, grounds, and maintenance functions in and around CSKT Facilities’ offices, buildings, and surrounding areas. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary and safe environment throughout assigned Tribal Facilities. The successful applicant must possess a valid driver’s license with no alcohol related convictions for the last three (3) years. Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License if requested. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience in cleaning chemicals and their proper uses, with ability to obtain professional/commercial experience through three (3) months of training. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience in the operation of specialized equipment. Knowledge in effective cleaning and sanitizing techniques. Knowledge in basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical. Skilled in the mixing of cleaning chemicals. Skilled in the handling of hazardous waste. FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE
INFORMATION BELOW WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal Employment Application (Resumes may be submitted but may not replace or supplement the official Tribal Employment Application), copy of relevant transcripts and/or certificates, copy of a valid driver’s license, proof of Tribal 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 six (6) month probationary period. Salary is $13.44 to $15.45 per hour (Including Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, Long-term Disability, and PTO & Paid Holidays). To apply, contact Tribal Personnel at (406)675-2700 Ext. 1040. Tribal Employment Applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, November 14th, 2024 @ 5:30pm. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
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VARIOUS LOCATIONS FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT – PABLO, MT
The successful applicant must have at least three (3) years of experience in electrical, plumbing, carpentry and other related facility repair. Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Must possess a valid driver’s license and have no alcohol-related convictions within the past three (3) years. Considerable knowledge of maintenance and repair methods used in the building/ facilities industry. Must be physically capable to perform strenuous tasks in adverse weather conditions. Will be required to work “on call” when scheduled. FAILURE
TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE INFORMATION BELOW WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal Employment Application (Resumes may be submitted but may not replace or supplement the official Tribal Employment Application), copies of relevant transcripts and/or training certificates, copy of a valid driver’s license, proof of Tribal 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 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) month probationary period. Salary range $18.30 to $21.04 per hour (Including Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, Long-term Disability, and PTO & Paid Holidays). To apply, contact Tribal Personnel at 406/675-2700 Ext. 1040. Tribal Employment Applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date is Thursday, November 14th, 2024 @ 5:30pm.
CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
TRIBAL LAW & ORDER
The successful applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be 18 years of age. No felony convictions ever. No misdemeanor convictions in the past year except minor traffic. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license. Must meet minimum department medical standards. Must never have had a misdemeanor conviction involving child abuse, a sex offense, and assault with a weapon or violent crime against a person or domestic abuse. Must not have any record of habitual use of alcohol within the past 5 years. Must not have any record or history
of drug abuse within the past five years. Must not be a subject of a current investigation involving criminal activities, including indictments. Must not have three or more moving violations, in the past 2 years. Must not have a driving while intoxicated or reckless driving conviction within the past 3 years. Must not have been dismissed, or resigned from law enforcement work due to threat of disciplinary action that could result in termination of employment, during the past 3 years. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant transcripts and/or certificates and a copy of a valid driver’s license to the Tribal Personnel Department or call 406.675.2700 ext. 1040 or visit the csktribes.org website for the application. Salary range $20.02 per hour, plus benefits. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m. 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
CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
INFORMATION AND EDUCATION PROGRAM MANAGER
DIVISION OF ENGINEERING & WATER RESOURCES (DEWR) COMPLEX RONAN, MT - NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Are you a skilled communicator with a passion for outreach and education?
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes are searching for an Information and Education Program Manager to join our innovative and collaborative team. Make a meaningful impact in our community--learn more and apply at www.csktribes. org. The Information and Education Program Manager is a full-time, professional-level position working in the Tribes’ Natural Resources Department within the Division of Engineering and Water Resources. This position
reports directly to the Division Manager for Engineering & Water Resources. The Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive information and educational programs that promote the Division’s mission, projects, and initiatives. Other duties as assigned will include working with the Division Manager and/or Department Head on specific public information, education, or involvement tasks. The successful applicant must possess an undergraduate degree in communications, journalism, education, engineering, or a natural resource management field, with a minimum of three (3) years of combined experience in these fields. A graduate degree is preferred and would count towards two of these years’ experience; must have a strong understanding of media operations and public relations best practices, along with superior skills in written and oral communication, developing news releases, feature and human-interest stories, radio and television announcements and organizing and facilitating public meetings. Basic knowledge of relevant Tribal, Federal, and State regulations and laws, and of Tribal cultures and traditions preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license. Required to successfully complete a certified defensive driving course approved by the Department. Must wear Tribal Government identification and safety apparel when conducting field activities. FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal Employment Application (Resumes may be submitted but may not replace or supplement the official Tribal Employment Application), copies of relevant academic transcripts and/or certificates, copy of valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment from a Federally recognized Tribe if
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other than CSKT, and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. 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 and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary Range is $31.72 - $36.46 per hour (Including Benefits: Health and Life Insurance, Retirement, Long-term Disability, and PTO & Paid Holidays, and a collaborative team environment). To apply, contact Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. 1040. Tribal Employment Applications are also available online at csktribes.org. This position will close on Thursday, November 21st, 2024 @ 5:30pm.
PLEASE CONTACT US FOR
MORE INFORMATION: Casey Ryan, Compact Program Officer at 406-675-2700 Ext. 6207, or Email: casey. ryan@cskt.org INTERESTED AND QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
WATER RIGHTS PROGRAM MANAGER
DIVISION OF ENGINEERING & WATER RESOURCES (DEWR) COMPLEX RONAN, MT - NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes are searching for a Water Rights Program Manager to join our innovative and collaborative team. In this role you’ll lead the technical and administrative aspects of our Water Rights Program. This is more than a management role — it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Learn more and apply at www.csktribes.org The Water Rights Program Manager is a full-time, techni-
cal, professional-level position working in the Tribes’ Natural Resources Department within the Division of Engineering and Water Resources. This position works under the direct supervision of the Compact Project Officer. The successful applicant must possess a Master’s of Science or Bachelors of Science degree with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional-level experience; Education must be in the field of hydrology, geology, engineering, water rights, or a closely related science field with a strength in the hydrologic sciences; Education and experience must demonstrate progressive job experience, a body of technical work completion, quantitative aptitude, and supervisory and management experience; Experience must demonstrate a working knowledge of water rights administration and policy; have the ability to collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions, and define problems and recommend solutions, both orally and in written form. Experience with ArcGIS software and application is highly preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license. Required to successfully complete a certified defensive driving course approved by the Department. Must wear Tribal Government identification and safety apparel when conducting field activities. FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal Employment Application (Resumes may be submitted but may not replace or supplement the official Tribal Employment Application), copies of relevant academic transcripts and/or certificates, copy of 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 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 and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary Range is $41.41 to $47.60 per hour (Including Benefits: Health and Life Insurance, Retirement, Long-term Disability, and PTO & Paid Holidays, and a collaborative team environment). To apply, contact Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. 1040. Tribal Employment Applications are also available online at csktribes.org
This position will close on Thursday, November 14th, 2024 @ 5:30pm. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Seth Makepeace, Compact Project Officer at 406-6752700 Ext. 6255, or Email: seth.makepeace@cskt.org. INTERESTED AND QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY! CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
DETENTION OFFICER (TWO OR MORE POSITIONS)
TRIBAL LAW & ORDER
The successful applicant must possess a high school diploma or a GED. Must be 18 years of age. No felony convictions ever. No misdemeanor convictions in the past year except minor traffic. Must possess a valid Montana driver’s license. Must meet minimum department medical standards. Must never have had a misdemeanor conviction involving child abuse, a sex offense, and assault with a weapon or violent crime against a person or domestic abuse. Must not have any record of habitual use of alcohol within the past five years. Must not have any record or history of drug abuse within the past five years. Must not be the subject of a current investigation involving criminal activities including indictments. Must not have three or more moving traffic violations within the past two years. Must not have a driving under the influence of drug and/ or alcohol or reckless driving convictions within the past three years. Must not have
been dismissed or resigned from Law Enforcement work due to threat of disciplinary action that could result in termination of employment during the past three years. Salary range $20.02 per hour, plus benefits. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant transcripts and/or certificates and valid driver’s license to the Tribal Personnel Department, 406.675.2700 ext. 1040 or visit the csktribes.org website for the application. Closing date will be Thursday, November 14, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m. 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.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - FINANCE DIVISION OF FIRE
The qualified applicant must possess a high school diploma (or equivalent), required. Three (3) or more years’ work experience in a similar, or increasingly responsible position is required. Ninety (90) days of fire suppression experience required in the first twelve (12) months of hire. Qualified Ordering Manager (ORDM) within twenty-four (24) months of hire. Post high school education, training, and experience in fiscal management, supervision, economic analysis, and contract administration are highly desired. Must maintain a valid Montana state driver’s license for vehicle operation. This position is subject to pre-hire drug testing, condition of hire requirements under the Tribal Drug and Alcohol Policy. Once qualified maintain currency as a PTRC and ORDM. 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 is $31.64 per hour including benefits. To request an application please contact the Personnel office
@ 406.675.2700, ext. 1040, or visit the csktribes.org website. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024 @ 5:30 p.m.
CSKT IS A TRIBAL PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
ATTENTION ALL WOODCUTTERS!
Get your chainsaws gassed up, and ready to saw, our woodcutting season for 20242025 is beginning and we are recruiting Sawyers who want to cut wood for CSKT elders at $275/cord.
If you are eager to help us out, please contact Shawn or Diane at 406-675-2700, ext. 1303/1317. We look forward to partnering with you.
COMMUNITY HEALTH
REPRESENTATIVE - (Elmo)
Temporary Employment Contract - TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT
The successful applicant must have high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of 2-years’ experience working in the health care setting OR Proof of a Certified Nursing Assistant course completion with a minimum of 1-year work as a nursing assistant. AND valid and unrestricted driver’s license. Heartsaver
CPR or BLS within six months of hire. Completion of the IHS CHR course within 3 months. Experience with an electronic health record preferred. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, a copy of academic transcript, certifications, proof of state licensure, copy of 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 the DD214 must be submitted. FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN DISQUALI- FICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. This position 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 and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is $17.03$19.57 per hour, plus benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1040 or
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personnel@cskt.org. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org.
The closing date will be Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. (MST) CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST
(1 or more Positions) ST. IGNATIUS TRIBAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT
The successful applicant must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma/GED. Possess a current and valid Montana driver’s license and be insurable under the Tribes’ fleet policy. Current physical exam or ability to obtain physical exam upon hire. Current on required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire. Verified of recent TB screening or ability to complete the required screening. Certification in CPR/First Aid. Certification in Defensive and Distracted Driving course; or obtain one within 6 months of hire. Certification in Passenger Service and Safety; or obtain one within 6 months of hire. This position is subject
to a background check in accordance with Public Law 101-630. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, copy of academic transcripts, certificates and licensure, copy of current valid driver’s license, proof of enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. Failure to submit all of the above information will result in immediate disqualification during the screening process. This is 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 a prehire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period. Salary is $15.56 to $17.89 per hour, 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 on-line at cskt.org. The closing date is Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. MST CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.
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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act and the Montana Human Rights Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, age, familial status, physical or mental disability, or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD Toll-free at 1-800669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.
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Public Notices
Legals
Legals
Chuck Wall Turnage & Wall, PLLP Attorneys at Law
312 First St. East Polson, MT 59860
Telephone: (406) 883-5367
Fax: (406) 883-5328
ChuckWall@TurnageMercerWall.com
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: CHARLES WILLIAM REYNOLDS, JR., Deceased.
Cause No.: DP-24-2024-56
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 & WALL, PLLP, Attorneys for the Personal Representative, at PO Box 460, Polson, MT 59860.
/s/ James Stuart Reynolds James Stuart Reynolds Personal representative, Estate of CHARLES WILLIAM REYNOLDS, JR., Deceased.
Oct. 16, 23 and 30, 2024 MNAXLP
Duncan Scott Scott Law Firm, P.C. Box 1855 Kalispell, MT 59903 (406) 420-6900 Duncan@Dscottlaw.com
Attorneys for Plaintiffs
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY Greg Dedman, Carol Scholle and Sarah Hoyt, individually and derivatively on behalf of Bar E Triangle LLC, Plaintiffs, v.
Michael Dedman, Defendant.
Cause No. DV-24-186
Judge John A. Mercer Summons for Service by Publication
Greetings from the State of Montana to:
Michael Dedman 21415 Rollins Lakeshore Drive Rollins, MT 59931 and The above-named Defendants and to All Other Persons Unknown:
1. A lawsuit has been filed against you. Within 21 days after service of this summons on you or (42 days if you are the State of Montana, a state agency, or a state officer or employee), you must serve on Plaintiff an answer to the attached complaint or a motion under Mont. R. Civ. P. 12. Do not include the day you were served in your calculation of time. The answer or motion must be served on Plaintiff’s attorney, whose name and address are listed above. You also must file your answer or motion with the court.
2. If you fail to respond, judgment by default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the complaint.
3.Pursuant to Mont. R. Civ. P. 4 (c)(2) (B), this action is brought to quiet title to land commonly known as 21439 Rollins Lakeshore Drive, Rollins, Montana and more particularly described as: A tract of land in Lot 2 and Lot 3 of Section 20, Township 25 North, Range 20 West of the Montana Meridian, Montana and more particularly
public notices
Matthew H. O’Neill Skyler C. Bagley
O’NEILL & BAGLEY LAW OFFICE, PLLC
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described as:
Beginning at the Northwest corner of Lot 2, thence West along the lot line 250 feet; thence South 255 feet; thence 81° 55’ E. 304 feet to a point that is distant South 264 feet, and S 55° 27’ E. 63 feet from the place of beginning; thence S. 36° 0’ E. 142 feet to the meander line of Flathead Lake; thence N. 21° 30’ E. 159 feet along the meander; thence N. 36° 0’ W 115 feet; thence N. 60° 0’ W. 144.4 feet; thence North 100 feet to the place of beginning.
Filed as Deed Exhibit H-265, Permanent files of Lake County, Montana June 15, 1950.
4. Pursuant to Mont. R. Civ. P. 4 (o) (5), Plaintiffs shall mail the summons and complaint, at any time after the filing of the affidavit for publication but not later than 14 days after the first publication of the summons to Defendant’s place of residence, unless the affidavit for publication states that the residence of the Defendant is unknown.
Date: October 3, 2024
Clerk of District Court
By: /s/ Lynn Fricker Deputy Clerk
Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 MNAXLP
402 First Street East, Suite 201 P.O. Box 699
Polson, MT 59860
Telephone: (406) 883-5444
Facsimile: (406) 883-1585
matt@polsonlaw.com
skyler@polsonlaw.com
Attorney for Personal Representative
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ROSE ELLEN FREEMAN, Deceased.
CAUSE No. DP-24-62
Hon. Molly Owen 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 20th Judicial District Court, at 106
4th Ave. East, Polson, Montana 59860, or mailed, Return Receipt Requested, to the Personal Representative, c/o O’NEILL & BAGLEY LAW OFFICE, PLLC , Attorneys for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 699, Polson, MT 59860.
/s/ Michael Gene Freeman
MICHAEL GENE FREEMAN
Personal Representative
Estate of Rose Ellen Freeman, deceased.
Oct. 23, 30 and Nov. 6, 2024 MNAXLP
Ann L. Moderie
MODERIE LAW FIRM, PLLC P.O. Box 1180 Polson, Montana 59860 (406) 883-2332 (888) 454-5939 (Fax) ann@moderielaw.com Attorney for Personal Representative
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT LAKE COUNTY
IN RE THE OF THE ESTATE OF ROBERT EDWARD HUGHES, Deceased.
Probate No. DP-24-65 NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-entitled estate, and 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 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 20th Judicial District Court, at 106 4th Ave. East, Polson, Montana, or mailed, Return Receipt Requested, to the Personal Representative, c/o Moderie Law Firm, PLLC, attorney for the Personal Representative, at P.O. Box 1180, Polson, MT 59860.
/s/ Elizabeth Marie Gramoy ELIZABETH MARIE GRAMOY
Personal Representative Estate of Robert Edward Hughes, Deceased
Oct. 16, 23 and 30, 2024 MNAXLP
William P. Williams, IV FRENCH, GRAINEY & WILLIAMS, PLLC 324 Main SW Ronan, MT 59864
Telephone: (406) 676-4470
Attorney for Personal Representative bill@fgwilliamslaw.com
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF DONALD F. BYRNES, Deceased.
CAUSE NO. DP-24-72 NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the
above-entitled estate. All creditors of the decedent having claims against the decedent’s estate are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred 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, must either be mailed to PHILIP J. GRAINEY , the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o FRENCH, GRAINEY & WILLIAMS, PLLC, 324 Main SW, Ronan, MT 59864, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court.
DATED this 23rd day of October, 2024.
/s/ Philip J. Grainey
PHILIP J. GRAINEY, Personal Representative
Oct. 30, Nov. 6 and 13, 2024 MNAXLP
A NOTE FROM JON
ON THE STAKES OF THIS ELECTION
Today, Montana is at a crossroads. Our state has always been a place where we work hard, where we know our neighbors, and where you don’t have to be a millionaire to hunt or fish or afford a home.
But that is at risk of being lost forever.
Wealthy outsiders like Tim Sheehy are trying to turn our state into a playground for the rich. Sheehy wants to sell off our public lands, drive up the cost of housing and health care, and take away a woman’s freedom to choose.
The fact is, Tim Sheehy doesn’t get what’s important out here. But I do.
I work with Republicans, Independents — all Montanans — to defend our state because this election is our last chance to protect the Montana that we’ve always known.
