11/02/22 issue

Work begins on U.S. Highway 93 Ronan North Project

By Taylor Davison / Valley Journal

RONAN — The Ronan North Project has begun work to complete construction on the four-lane construction of U.S. Highway 93. Beginning at the Round Butte Road intersection, the project will extend about a mile and a half to tie into the existing four lane structure. Additionally, it’ll continue a shared use path north of town adjacent to the highway and add sidewalks along Round Butte Road.

“It’s been in the works for

long time. We’re excited to get this next phase going,” com mented MDT Missoula Dis trict Administrator Bob Vosen.

“(It was) a lot of work to get everything put together and then have the funding come together at the right time, so we’re able to deliver this proj ect.”

In order to make the project happen, they had to wait for availability in a rolling five-year funding plan to pay for the nearly $17 million total needed for the highway and Round Butte Road path construction.

They also had to acquire new right of way, decide on new utility allocations, and make agreements with landowners, the city of Ronan, Flathead County, and the CSKT to get the approval needed to begin.

The first steps on the proj ect are beginning this fall, with some utility reallocation work already underway near the highway. Additionally, the clearing of topsoil and trees will start before the snow falls. If they’re lucky, Vosen hopes they can get working on the large irrigation pipe under the

highway before winter sets in, but that will depend on when the pipe gets in from order. Over all, people can likely expect to see large volumes of earth being moved from the side of the road this autumn.

With the contract won by the local western Montana company, Riverside Con tracting, work will begin on phase one, the expansion of the southbound lanes, after winter. This will include the installation of drainpipes and storm drains, gravel and then

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paving. Then, phase two will see construction on the northbound lanes, before the old highway is removed, rebuilt back up, and the whole thing paved.

“We anticipate most of it will be adjacent to the roadway, but there’s still going to be some traffic control,” Vosen said. This will include reduced speeds, road closures, and occasionally single lane stretches with either flaggers or temporary signals as the work is done. There will be times during construction on the northbound lanes that people will be traveling on gravel for that mile and a half. “There defi nitely will be delays as we get into next summer, but we’ll do everything we can to keep them to the minimum length as possi

ble,” he added.

As for the remainder of the Ronan urban project, which will extend from Round Butte Road to Brooke Lane south of Ronan, Vosen said there’s still a lot of work to be done to get the de sign for that segment of the un dertaking. “There’ll be a lot more information coming on that, as we go along,” he stated.

The goal is to see the con struction completed by the end of 2023. Vosen did stress, how ever, that this will heavily de pend on the weather and subject to change. To receive updates on the project’s progress, people can either text US93RONAN to 41411 to subscribe to text up dates, call the project hotline at 406-207-4484, or visit the proj ect website at: https://www.mdt. mt.gov/pubinvolve/ronanurban/

Montana Health Care Leaders: Providers shouldn’t

be jailed for providing compassionate medical care

HELENA — The Mon tana Medical Association today was joined by the Montana Nurses Associ ation, Montana Hospital Association and the Mon tana Chapter of the Amer ican Academy of Pediatrics in the Montana Capitol Rotunda to ask Montana voters to vote no on bal lot initiative LR-131 and stand against government overreach into medical care.

“As medical experts con cerned about misleading information surrounding LR-131, known as the Born-alive Infant Pro tection Act, we’d like to make the message clear – the measure poses very real negative impacts on providers and those fam ilies experiencing tragic pregnancy complications or grieving the expected loss of their infant due to a diagnosis,” said William S. Gallea, M.D., emergency medicine physician, MMA Past President and Board of Trustees member. “LR131 would criminalize our work, worsen the grief of families facing these tragic circumstances, and offers no new solutions or protections for the care of infants.”

This initiative impos es “criminal penalties on health care providers who do not act to preserve the life” of born-alive infants. It defines born-alive infants as those with a heartbeat,

breathing, or muscle move ments born “at any stage of development” (HB167). It states that measures must be aimed to “preserve the life and health of a bornalive infant.” Penalties for health care providers violating this law are up to $50,000 fine, 20 years in prison, or both. The pen alties apply to all “health care providers” and require “immediate reporting” of violations.

“We are absolutely com mitted to providing the highest quality of care for all our patients, at all phases of their lives. And quality care includes com passionate palliative care at the end of life, regardless of age,” said Dr. Gal lea. “These are tragedies, not crimes.”

Montana state law al ready criminalizes “pur posefully, knowingly or negligently” causing the death of a viable infant. Federal law already con fers personhood and those rights to medical care to any infant born alive, re gardless of gestational age. Additionally, this ballot measure would not impact abortion law in Montana. The membership of the above supporting organi zations represents health care experts across Mon tana with a broad range of views. MMA, MHA and MNA have not taken a po sition on abortion.

“Montana providers shouldn’t face jail time when providing compas

sionate medical care. That’s why Montana physicians and health care providers stand united against this ballot measure. Please vote NO on LR-131,” said Dr. Gallea. “Each ‘NO’ vote will keep decision making in the hands of parents and their medical providers, and out of the hands of legislators and the courts.”

Dr. Gallea was joined by an expert line-up of Mon tana health care leaders speaking in opposition to LR-131, including:

Brad Holbrook, M.D., OB/GYN, obstetrician and maternal-fetal medicine physician

Kelly Hunt, MN, RN, CNL, Director of Profes sional Development, Mon tana Nurses Association

Erin Green, D.O., pedi atrician

Lauren S. Wilson, M.D., President, Montana Chap ter of the American Acade my of Pediatrics

Melody Cunningham, M.D. FAAHPM, pediatric hospice and palliative med icine physician

A petition against LR131, open to providers across all medical societies to sign and support, written by Montana pediatricians and OBGYNs was signed by 750 health care workers, standing united against the measure. For more information on why Mon tana health care providers are standing in strong opposition to LR-131, visit: MMAStandsAgain stLR-131.org.

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Environmentalists challenge Montana wolf regulations in state court

Lawsuit comes as federal wildlife officials weigh relisting Montana’s gray wolf population under the Endangered Species Act.

News from Amanda Eggert Montana Free Press

MONTANA — Environ mental groups WildEarth Guardians and Project Coyote are asking a Lewis and Clark County District Court judge to toss out Montana’s current wolf-hunting regulations and declare four hunting laws passed by last year’s Montana Legislature unconstitutional.

In a lawsuit filed Oct. 27, the groups argue that four bills the Legislature passed in 2021 and the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission-set wolf quotas for the 2022-2023 hunting season violate the Public Trust Doctrine, “an ancient doctrine recognizing the principle that certain natural and cultural resources belong to the people, and that the government must protect and maintain these re sources for future generations.”

Attorneys for the groups as sert that the state’s population of gray wolves “seemed relative ly stable” between 2011, when federal Endangered Species Act protections for gray wolves were lifted and 2020. That say that changed in 2021 when the Re publican-controlled Montana Legislature passed four aggres sive wolf management bills that collectively directed the com mission to authorize reimburse ment for wolf hunters and trap pers, increase the season length for trapping, increase bag limits, and permit formerly banned hunting methods such as neck

snares, use of bait and hunting at night with spotlights.

The wolf hunting regulations the commission adopted for the 2022-23 season put a 6-wolf quota on the area north of Yellowstone and established a statewide quota of 450 wolves.

“Montana’s politically-mo tivated wolf slaughter is illegal and completely unmoored from scientifically sound wild life management,” WildEarth Guardians’ carnivore coexis tence advocate Lizzy Pennock said in an emailed release about the lawsuit. “Trophy hunting for wolves does not put food on anyone’s table, make elk populations healthier, or protect livestock. Montana’s pile of wolf carcasses stacks higher everyday, and we are done waiting for somebody else to act.”

A spokesperson for FWP said in a Thursday afternoon email that the department had

not yet been served the lawsuit and typically does not comment on active litigation.

The plaintiffs take particular issue with the number of wolves killed near Yellowstone Nation al Park’s northern boundary last season.

“Montana hunters killed 21 wolves that park biolo gists identified as Yellowstone wolves, including the entirety of the beloved Phantom Lake Wolf Pack, representing roughly one-fifth of the Yellowstone wolf population,” the plain tiffs write in their suit. “When wolves that occupy territory within the national parks are killed in accordance with state hunting laws because they travel outside park borders, the ecosystems of the national parks are directly and negatively impacted. Killing national park wolves, therefore, harms federal interests.”

The plaintiffs argue that the new state laws and hunting reg ulations “are so extreme in their promotion of killing wildlife on federal lands” that they interfere with federal policy for manag ing public lands.

The plaintiffs also say the FWP has failed to update the Wolf Conservation and Man agement Plan that it adopted in anticipation of delisting in 2002, despite language in the plan directing FWP to “undertake a thorough formal review after the first five years” post-delisting and to conduct a subsequent review “at least every five years.” This, they ar gue, amounts to a violation of a “mandatory, non-discretionary duty.”

Plaintiffs also take issue with a population assessment tool FWP has used to estimate the state’s wolf population, which was used by the commission

as it set this year’s regulations. The improved Patch Occupan cy Model, or iPOM, puts the state’s wolf population at 1,160.

Plaintiffs argue this is likely a significant overcount of the actual population and the tool itself “was not subject to peer review, open to public review or comment, or analyzed as an amendment to the wolf popu lation estimate methodologies authorized by the 2002 Wolf Plan” before FWP used it in its modeling for the 2022-2023 hunting regulations.

FWP’s failure to take com ment on iPOM amount to a violation of the Montana Constitution and Montana Ad ministrative Procedure Act di recting agencies to issue notice of a rule and allow for public comment, they argue.

The plaintiffs are asking the court to toss out the 2022 wolf hunting regulations, invalidate any hunting licenses that have already been issued for this sea son, and direct FWP to update the 2002 wolf plan. They’re also asking the court to declare the wolf management laws the Legislature passed in 2021 un constitutional.

The lawsuit comes in the midst of a review the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is con ducting to weigh reinstating federal Endangered Species Act protections for gray wolves in the western U.S. The federal agency announced it would be exploring relisting in September 2021 after finding “substantial, credible information indicating that a listing action may be warranted” in an initial assess ment. The agency is overdue in issuing that review, which was supposed to be completed with in a year.

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Ronan city council passes animal control ordinance

Story and Photos by Taylor Davison Valley Journal

RONAN — At their last meeting on Oct. 26, the Ronan City Council addressed the lo cal animal problem by passing an ordinance that will go into effect 30 days from approval. Animal Control ordinance number 2022-05 is meant to address local problems with loose, vicious dogs. While an emergency ordinance regarding animal control had been passed by the council in a prior meet ing following a dog attack on a resident, this ordinance expand ed upon some of the parameters specified and has no expiration date.

A key feature of the ordi nance was the addition of fines for unlawful acts regarding ani mals. These acts include owning or harboring a dog or other ani mal that attacks, bites, or injures a human being, keeping a dog over six months of age with out annually registering and licensing the dog with the city clerk and permitting an animal

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to run at large upon the streets and public ways of the city, or on private property in which the owner of the dog does not have some property interest.

Fines for violating these and other listed unlawful acts can result in up to $250 in fines and a personal appearance before the Ronan City Judge upon the third offense.

In a statement regarding the motion, mayor Chris Adler read, “This will ensure the safety

of Ronan’s citizens and rights of animal owners as well as clear definition to law enforcement and court officials. We’re also working with Lake County, CSKT, and Mission Valley Animal Shelter, as well as other local governments towards an agreement to be shared val ley-wide in an effort to combat this problem.”

The ordinance passed unan imously and Adler clarified that this ordinance could be

subject to change should they begin work with other local municipalities to come up with a valley-wide solution to the loose, vicious dog problem. “We’re hoping that everybody in the other municipalities will come into one agreement … that way for the guys with the badge, there’s no guessing,” Ad ler stated.

“It’s just our attempt to get some of those (parameters) in place,” commissioner Calvin Hardy agreed.

Citizens can contact their local officials with any input or concerns they may have regard ing the ordinance. A copy of the ordinance can also be obtained at City Hall.

In other news:

— Another ordinance was passed unanimously during the meeting prohibiting large trucks from operating on Third Avenue Northwest between Round Butte Road and High way 93. To diminish wear on the street, vehicles in excess of 10 tons gross weight are pro hibited from operating along

that stretch of road, except for local deliveries within the specified area. Signage will be put in place at both ends of the road clarifying this to drivers and violations will constitute a misdemeanor with a fine of up to $100.

— The implementation of a business license and possible zoning requirements is being discussed. Currently, Ronan only has a solicitor and liquor license requirement. Exam ples of business licenses from other small towns throughout Montana were brought to the council in which prices ranged from $25 to $50 per year for all business types.

“I’m all for it, even as a busi ness owner I think it’s good to kind of see what’s coming into our town,” commented Com missioner Lindsay Myers.

The Public Improvement and Planning committee, consisting of commissioners Hardy, Ryan Corum, and Myers will meet to establish more specifics and present on the proposal in a fu ture meeting.

Johnson pleads not guilty to sex abuse

POLSON — A Polson man is accused of attempting to solicit a 13-year-old girl, allegedly for sex, as she was walking home from school recently.

Scott William Johnson, 59, entered a plea of not guilty at District Court in Polson on Oct. 26 to felony sexual abuse of children.

According to court records, on Oct. 5 a deputy with the Lake County Sheriff’s office responded to a report that a man attempted to solicit a 13-year-old as she was walking home from school. The alleged victim told the deputy that a man in a white work truck stopped near her and stated, “you look like a fine young

lady, look all grown up” and that her “body was all grown up.” The girl told the deputy that this made her feel uncom fortable, so she replied, “thank you” and continued walking away. She said the man contin ued with his soliciting, so she began recording the conversa tion on her mobile phone. The man allegedly offered the girl

$100 if she could come over to his house around 7 or 8 p.m. The girl told the man she was a child and not of legal con senting age. She said the man began to drive away from her, but stopped and came back and asked if she was recording him. He also allegedly asked the girl to not tell anyone and keep everything quiet and

again said if she came over, he would pay her.

The deputy was able to lo cate Johnson at his residence. Johnson allegedly admitted that he talked to a girl earlier that day.

Judge Molly Owen set the case for trial April 3. Johnson is at liberty after posting a $50,000 bond.

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National Domestic Violence Awareness Month Community Honorees 2022

News from Dana Grant

LAKE COUNTY — Heroes in the movies often appear larg er than life. They have special abilities and wear some outra geous outfits. Not to mention teleportation, mind melding, and all the rest. Local heroes might not have the same fash ion sense or unusual skills, but they do share a dedication to helping others have a better life.

In recognition of National Domestic Violence Aware ness Month, SAFE Harbor, the victim services agency for the Flathead Reservation and Lake County recognized in dividuals making a difference for those dealing with violence. The 2022 NDVAM Commu nity Honorees include Polson

Police Officer Aaron Sutton, SAFE Harbor advocate Jolene Schmitz, community member Carl Rohr, Providence-St. Jo seph Medical Center Dr. Jamie Straub, attorney Diana Garrett, Polson City Court Clerk Nora Walter, Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Victim Assistance Program advocate and coordinator Trisha Johnson, community activist Meghan Upton and Sister Sallie’s Thrift Store volunteers. SAFE Harbor recently honored this group for all they have done to support the community.

“It is always exciting to see who is nominated,” said SAFE Harbor Executive Director DeeAnn Richardson. “So many people are doing such import ant work, it is always a chal

lenge to decide the finalists.” Officer Sutton was select ed for “going the extra mile” in supporting victims. Jolene Schmitz received the honor based on her commitment and dedication to helping clients, no matter what it takes. Carl

Rohr has been a local supporter of SAFE Harbor for a decade, donating his original quilts to help raise funds for the agen cy. Diana Garrett was chosen for sharing her professional knowledge and mentorship of new attorneys. Nora Walter has

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been helping victims and their families through her work as the court clerk, showing empa thy and understanding. Trisha Johnson’s nomination noted her nearly two decades of service to the field. Meghan Upton, an Arlee High School senior carried out a special project col lecting personal care products for victims. The volunteers at Sister Sallie’s Thrift Store share their time and energy on a daily basis to help keep the operation going.

“Every one of these people is a role model,” Richardson noted. “Each of them reflects the best in humanity, helping in their own way to carry out SAFE Harbor’s mission to assist survivors in our commu nity.”

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Updated: How to vote in Montana’s Nov. 8 election

News from Alex Sakariassen Montana Free Press

MONTANA — The 2022 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 8, and as absentee ballots have already gone out, odds are that scores of Montanans are already busy filling in their votes. If you’re not registered yet, are planning to vote at the polls, or are still confused about what election laws may or may not be in effect right now, Montana Free Press has endeavored to make things a little easier with our 2022 Election Guide. And since the legal landscape has been such a moving target this year, we’re taking the added step of posting answers to some basic questions right here to help make sure everyone has the most up-to-date information at their fingertips.

WHEN ARE THE 2022 ELECTIONS IN MON TANA?

Montana’s 2022 general election is scheduled for Nov. 8. Polls open at 7 a.m. and will remain open until 8 p.m. Note: Polls in precincts with fewer

than 400 registered voters aren’t required to open until noon, so check with your coun ty election office about timing in those locations.

DO I NEED TO BE REG ISTERED TO VOTE?

Yes, you do.

HOW DO I DO THAT?

First off, go to the Montana secretary of state’s My Voter Page and make sure you aren’t registered already. If you aren’t, you can stop by your county election office any time during regular business hours to pick up an application. After you’ve filled it out, you’ll need to get it back to your county election office in person as the dead line for mailing in registration applications has passed. At the election office, you’ll have to provide a photo ID or the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you happen to be applying for a Montana driver’s license or identification card before the election, you can register to vote at the same time.

CAN I REGISTER TO

VOTE ON ELECTION DAY?

That’s one of the mil lion-dollar questions this year. As of Sept. 30, yes.

Montana had allowed Elec tion Day voter registration since 2006, but a new law passed by the Legislature last year ended that practice. That law was the subject of lengthy litigation, but on Sept. 30, a district court judge issued a fi nal ruling in the case, declaring the law unconstitutional. So, in short: Yes you can register to vote at your county election office any time on Election Day, Nov. 8, provided you’re in line by 8 p.m.

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY REGISTRATION IS ACCURATE AND CUR RENT?

Go to the Montana secretary of state’s My Voter Page and enter your first name, last name and date of birth. The page will list your voting status, legisla tive House and Senate districts, and the location of your polling place. There’s even a map with directions.

WHAT TYPE OF ID CAN I USE?

This is another timely question. Last year, the Leg islature revised the types of photo identification voters are required to present when registering and casting their ballots. The Yellowstone Coun ty District Court on Sept. 30 overturned those changes, declaring the law that imple mented them to be unconsti tutional. The current acceptable forms of identification if you’re voting at the polls include a current Montana driver’s li cense, state-issued photo ID, tribal or military photo ID, a U.S. passport or a student ID. If you don’t have a photo ID, you can use a utility bill, a bank statement, a voter confirmation card or any other government document that shows your name and address.

IF I’M MAILING MY BAL LOT, HOW DO I MAKE SURE IT’S RECEIVED?

You can track your ballot us ing the My Voter Page, which will tell you when the county election office receives it.

CAN’T I JUST VOTE ON LINE?

Nope, that’s not an option in Montana.

ARE THERE ANY SITUA TIONS WHERE I’M NOT ELIGIBLE TO VOTE?

According to state law, you can’t vote if you’ll be under 18 on Election Day, are not a U.S. citizen, or have lived in Mon tana less than 30 days. Con victed felons who are currently incarcerated in a penal facility and people whom judges have ruled to be of unsound mind are also ineligible to vote. Oth erwise, you’re good to go.

I HAVE A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER WHO ISN’T ABLE TO DROP OFF THEIR BALLOT. CAN I DO IT FOR THEM?

Yes, you can. While the Montana Legislature did make some changes to ballot collec tion laws in 2021, those chang es only affected paid ballot collection, and those changes aren’t currently in effect anyway due to the Yellowstone County District Court’s Sept. 30 ruling.

Montana Districting, Apportionment Commission to meet via ZOOM

News from the Montana Legislative Branch

ZOOM — The Montana Districting and Apportionment Commission will meet on Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. in a videoconference meeting to discuss possible legislation for the 2023 legisla tive session.

The draft bills under consideration relate to: — the data needed to reallocate prisoners from the prison facilities where they are counted for the Census to their last known addresses

prior to incarceration; and

— the sizes of election precincts that are es tablished by county officials.

An agenda and copies of the three draft bills are available on the commission’s website.

The agenda includes instructions on how to provide written or verbal public comments on the draft bills. The meeting will be streamed live at the Montana Legislature’s website if you want to watch but do not plan to provide verbal comments.

Please note: The commissioners will not be discussing the draft legislative district maps that were the focus of August and September public hearings. Those discussions will take place starting in late November. Information on the planned November and December work sessions and public hearings is also available on the commission’s website.

Commission website: mtredistricting.gov Commission staff: Joe Kolman or Rachel Weiss at districting@legmt.gov or 406-444-3064.

Secretary of State targets nonprofits that won voting rights lawsuit

News from Upper Seven Law

HELENA — On Thursday, Oct. 27, the Commissioner of Political Practices dismissed three complaints that Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen filed against nonprofit organizations that had recently prevailed in a voting rights lawsuit against her Office. The complaints, filed last Fri day, Oct. 21, lacked any basis in evidence and were nearly identical.

The Commissioner dismissed all three complaints as “frivolous” because they were “unsupported by evidence,” “indefi nite,” and “unsubstantiated.”

About each complaint, the Commis sioner wrote: “The underlying allegation in this matter lacks any evidentiary or legal support,” and the Secretary of State’s claims were “frivolous, unsupported and untrue.”

“The Secretary of State should be focused on the election, not retaliating

against nonprofits in Montana who are helping her do her job by promoting the right to vote,” said Rylee Sommers-Fla nagan, who represents the Forward Montana Foundation and MontPIRG. “As the Commissioner recognized, these complaints were completely frivolous and a waste of taxpayer resources.”

The Commissioner also noted that by using the formal complaint process for issues that either had been already re solved or easily could have been resolved informally, the Secretary’s Office caused the expenditure of significantly more resources and an unnecessarily time con suming process.

In September, a Yellowstone County court ruled against the Secretary and struck down three voter suppression laws that violated the Montana Constitution. The court permanently enjoined the Sec retary from enforcing the laws, as well as a fourth law invalidated in July.

BONNEVILLE POWER ADMINISTRATION

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT:

Saddle Mountain land acquisition to protect sh and wildlife in western Montana

The Bonneville Power Administration is working with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes to acquire a 40-acre property located about 3.75 miles northwest of Arlee in Lake County, Montana. When the purchase is complete, the CSKT would own and manage the property for sh and wildlife conservation purposes, and the U. S. government, through BPA, would hold a conservation easement to ensure permanent protection of the habitat on the property.

BPA’s funding of the property purchase would support conservation of Endangered Species Act-listed species considered in the 2020 ESA consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on the operations and maintenance of the Columbia River System. It would also support ongoing e orts to mitigate for the e ects of the Federal Columbia River Power System on sh and wildlife in the mainstem Columbia River and its tributaries pursuant to the Paci c Northwest Electric Power Planning and Conservation Act of 1980.

Information describing BPA’s environmental review requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act is available at www.bpa.gov/learn-and-participate/publicinvolvement-decisions/categorical-exclusions. A map and fact sheet mailed to local area landowners will be available to the public upon request once the transaction closes.

For more information, call BPA project manager, Cecilia Brown, at 503-230-3462 or email ckbrown@bpa.gov. You can also call the BPA Communications department toll-free at 800-622-4519; please refer to the “Saddle Mountain” land acquisition.

The Secretary’s complaints to the Commissioner for Political Practices came less than a week after the organiza tions—which include Forward Montana Foundation, MontPIRG, and ACLU of Montana Foundation—and their co-plaintiffs threatened to pursue a tem porary restraining order to prevent the Secretary from continuing to spread inac curate information about the availability of Election Day Registration and the types of acceptable voter identification.

While the Secretary agreed to pull inaccurate ads from the radio and to cor rect misinformation on her website, she refused to issue a correction to the voter information pamphlet, even though the office issued a printed correction as re cently as 2018.

“Our organization is committed to ensuring that Indigenous communities in Montana are able to access the bal lot box,” said Caitlin Borgmann, AC

LU-MT’s Executive Director. “By filing a frivolous complaint based on untruths the Secretary of State appears to be seeking to silence the voices of those that would advocate on behalf of Indigenous com munities. Our voices will not be silenced, and our advocacy will not be deterred.”

“We are proud of our work educating and registering thousands of Montanans. And we are grateful for the hard work of local election officials who keep our elec tions open and secure,” said Kiersten Iwai, Executive Director of Forward Montana Foundation.

“These complaints are purely retaliation against us for pushing the Secretary of State to comply with a court order. But we will not stand down,” said Adrian Cook, Board Chair of MontPIRG.

Forward Montana Foundation, Mont PIRG, and the ACLU of Montana Foundation each filed a response to the complaints on Friday, Oct. 21.

valley views Thoughts and a loaf of bread

F ood brings people together. Maybe that’s why I’ve been baking so much lately. We all watch the news and face frustrations and incomprehension about the decisions be ing made by people we disagree with. We might even start to see neigh bors as others, enemies. These slippery thoughts and feelings become even more apparent during an election sea son with harsh words, broad generalizations, all based on assumptions rather than civil conver sation between people who disagree.

Sometimes I pound out my frustrations in the dough of a loaf of bread. I’m just one per

son, I can’t eat as much as I produce, but that doesn’t matter as I turn the dough out once again on the counter in front of me. The scent of fresh bread is soothing, as is the act of making it. Don’t we all just want what’s best for the people we love? We might have different perspectives on how to get there, or what “best” really is, but isn’t the sentiment the same? Yes, there are probably outliers who actually

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Taylor Davison Editor, Valley Journal

are just doing what they’re doing for selfgain or appearances. But they’re outliers. They don’t speak for the hundreds, thousands, millions of people who are out there every day just trying to do their best for the people they love with the information they have.

I’m going to add or ange thyme that I grew from my own garden to this loaf of bread. They say to grow a garden is to believe in the future

Vote for your children’s future

Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people them selves. The only way they could do this is by not voting.

—Franklin D. Roos

evelt

Since midterm elec tions rarely have the pizazz of a presidential contest, a lot of eligible citizens don’t bother to vote in them. To a grow ing number of those citi zens who do vote, failing

to cast a ballot this year would be comparable to crewmembers of the Titanic abandoning their posts as the ship ap proached the iceberg. I’m not being hyperbolic. Choose your own defi nition: we’re in a crisis, we’re at an in flection point, the shift has hit the fan. However you character ize this moment in the United States of Disrup tion, people across the

political spectrum agree: staying on the sidelines this election is a cop out.

For the Children

and I like adding that sentiment to the food that I make. A lot of hope and intention goes into a handmade food, at least for me.

I have to believe that most people are rea sonable and if you sit down to have an honest conversation about why you believe what you do, and listen to why they believe what they do, in most cases we’ll have more in common than not. If we just put away the vitriol and assump tions and the hyperbole, if we tune out the ex tremists and just see the person in front of us, then we could at least understand where we’re both coming from, even if we don’t fully agree.

I’m going to give this warm loaf of bread to a stranger. I won’t know anything about their ideals, their beliefs, their party line. What I’m going to do when I give this away is assume that that stranger is a good person. A person doing their best in a messy world, trying to look out for the people they care about. A person deserv ing of a nice, warm loaf of bread on a random day.

I’m going to hope that that person passes that kindness along to an other stranger.

I’m going to hope that small acts of kind ness and compassion between neighbors will always be enough to

overcome the walls of fear and the otherness we put between us.

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Valley Views

Rob Okun

To a growing num ber of citizens, it’s hard to fathom that anyone would feel ap athetic about voting this fall. If you’re thinking about sitting out, take a minute to consider the world your children and grandchildren will inherit. If you don’t want to vote for yourself, then

In the US—like in so many other countries on every continent—the natural environment is being battered by one catastrophe after anoth er: from unprecedented wildfires to super hurri canes. Our interconnect edness among the family of nations means that these emergencies—as well as the floods in Pakistan, the blistering heat waves from India to Europe, and the droughts from Africa to China

and, of course, the war in Ukraine—are impacting life from the gas pump to the grocery store. Will connecting these dots— as well as the others that reveal the fragile state of democracy—contribute to more citizens voting? I hope so.

There’s a growing movement of people who believe that not voting should be against the law. Think that’s far-fetched? Consider Australia. It’s compulsory for every el

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igible Australian to vote in all elections and ref erendums. That’s a wor thy model for Congress to look into adopting down the road. Right now though, whether by mail, early, or on the day of, vote.

Compared to most high-income countries, turnout in the US is be low average, the Council of Foreign Relations re ported in August. In the 2020 national elections, for example, just 62 percent voted. Contrast that with high-turnout countries, including Belgium, Sweden, and the Netherlands, at 75 percent or higher.

In 2020 only 70 per cent of eligible voters were registered, the Census Bureau report ed. Since in many states citizens can still register, reach out now to those you know among the apathetic 30 percent.

It’s Patriotic.

If voting to ensure that future generations have a livable planet to inhabit isn’t reason enough, how about voting as a patriotic act? Despite the term being variously inter preted by different con stituencies, perhaps we can all agree on one core belief: patriotism places the wellbeing of the na tion ahead of our own.

In this fraught moment, patriotism certainly means more than “public service” or “volunteering” or “being

a good citizen.” Being a patriot today is akin to a firefighter rushing into a burning house, except it’s not to save the in habitants. It’s rushing into a house divided in order to save democracy from being scorched be yond recognition.

In considering sharing these ideas with those you know—or suspect— aren’t planning to vote, remind them of these basic truths:

Voting is important because it’s the best way to ensure our voice is heard in how govern ment is run.

Voting is important because the people we choose to represent us have real impact on our lives.

Voting is important because the freedom to vote is among our most cherished rights.

Voting is important because it expresses our commitment to each other, our country, the world and ourselves.

The actor-activist Jes se Williams has an an swer for those who don’t vote. “If someone says, ‘I was making a statement by not voting,’ then you say, ‘Well, I can’t hear it.’”

Plato, more than 2000 years ago, went even further. “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your infe riors.”

To quote nearly every US president, “Vote.”

letters Support the library Editor,

A library is one of those resources es sential to a thriving community. Our own Polson library got its start in 1912 when the town was in its infancy and a group of women met in a home and voted to form a library asso ciation. The library, with steadfast support from the communi ty, has evolved from being housed in a corner of an office building then to a space in City Hall, and finally in 1989 to its own beautiful stand-alone building at a prime downtown location. Now with nearly 6,000 current library cardholders and high volumes of people moving to the Flathead, a renovated library facility will be come an even greater community asset.

The North Lake County Library Foundation’s (NL CLF) “Next Chapter Campaign” aims to raise $2 million to renovate the library so that it will be a community hub and center for lifelong learning. Some of the new features will be: increased space for children’s programming and a

new area dedicated to teens; technology im provements, includ ing more computers; Maker’s Space for creative exploration, including a 3D print er; improved seating and ADA-compliant entry and overall library design; a com munity meeting room; a coffee shop.

The Next Chap ter Campaign has raised $1.6 million so far and has post ed a Request for Qualifications for General Contractor/ Construction Man ager Services, a first step in starting actual construction in early 2023. Several major Montana construc tion companies have indicated they will be applying for this contract.

The project needs that extra boost of community support to get them across the finish line. Thinking of a gift? Now is the

time to give. Visit their website for ways to direct your gift to this worthy project: www.polsonlibrary foundation.org

Penny Jarecki Polson

An observation Editor, Recently I had an appointment at St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula. While wait ing for my ride home I had an opportunity, for one hour, to sit and observe two la dies at an information desk. Few people actually stopped at their counter, yet during that time the two ladies were so enjoying just being together and interact ing with each other. Lots of talk, smiles, some laughter, and always being attentive to business and the phones.

This caused me to think about differenc es in business posi tions between males and females. The female species tends to be more naturally interactive, more nur turing, emotionally sensitive, and more giving and willing to express compassion.

Looking at our na tion’s and our world’s political business, lets appoint, elect, support and rely upon more feminine presence and energy in lead ership positions. We have surely tried the alternative for many hundreds of years. Perhaps, just perhaps, it is time for this change. And from what I am observing, it is beginning to noticeably happen already.

This is something to surely think about, observe and act upon, in my opinion.

Bob McClellan Missoula

Pro athletes talk to Ronan teens about decision making

Story and Photos by Porter Counts Valley Journal

RONAN — As part of the national Red Ribbon Week Campaign former Los Angeles Laker Michael Cooper and Los Angeles Rams Preston Den nard visited Ronan to speak to high school and middle school students about responsibility, decision making and saying no to drugs and alcohol. Both Coo per and Dennard spoke candidly about serious choices and events in their lives that could have de railed the success they were on the path for.

Dennard kicked off the pre sentation for a full auditorium at Ronan High School. He be gan with his journey as student athlete at the collegiate level, emphasizing the importance the academic side.

“Although I made all con ference as a freshman, my first year of college I came home for Christmas with a 0.6 GPA. Do I quit, do I cry, do I blame oth ers? Do I start having an atti tude about education?” Dennard posed. “I made the choice to go to school in that second semes ter from 7:30 in the morning to 9:00 o’clock at night. I was the only player on my team that had to do that.”

These sacrifices led to suc cess in the classroom, Dennard said, achieving a 3.75 GPA and becoming eligible for his sophomore year. During that sophomore year he became an All-American and team captain and that led to the NFL draft and eventually a championship.

Dennard went on to speak about his own five sons and their choices that took them to where they are today. While his two oldest boys did well and

made great choices throughout their lives, Dennard spoke about how his third son endured hard times due to making poorer decisions.

“My third son is 39 years old, is a former drug addict. Six foot two and half, star athlete who left high school after his freshman year,” Dennard stated. “I can’t force him or anyone, I can just share with you why I’m standing here today. I can read you a 300-word text about how his response to me is fueled with drug infested mentality. I be lieve that my son who left high school after his freshman year will always have the mentality of a freshman in high school.”

Dennard emphasized that the choice and mentality that the students have now will affect every part of life moving for ward. According to the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), 31% of Montana students grade seven through 12 drink alcohol, and 18% had their first drink

before the age of 13. 37% of stu dents have tried marijuana with 20% active users. These high numbers have the potential to affect these students’ mentality and ability to succeed as teens, young adults, and adults. With the rise in seriously dangerous drugs in the state, like fentanyl, learning to make good choices as students can keep them clear of drug use and potential down falls.

“Drugs are never going away. Why not try and fight for your life? Why not have us come and talk to you and share with you the realism of this world?” Den nard commented. “If you don’t invest in you, right now, you will miss out on a beautiful oppor tunity to blossom into an adult. Every one of you right now have a fair opportunity to accomplish everything you want. You may have bumps in the road, but they won’t be so dangerous you can’t overcome.”

Dennard then introduced

a friend from his University of New Mexico days Michael Cooper. Cooper, part of the 1980s Lakers team, has visit ed Mission Valley since 1983, eventually putting on various basketball camps and tourna ments in the community. A fivetime champion, Cooper shared what attributes he would advise young people to strive for to be successful in whatever path they choose

“I want to share with you ‘Coops Five D’s.’ They are de termination, dedication, desire, discipline and decision making,” Cooper shared. “And how I came up with ‘Five D’s’ is that’s what my report card read.”

After averaging 15 points and three slam dunks per game in 12th grade, Cooper asked his coach why he wasn’t getting a scholarship to any universities like some of his teammates. The coach answered that the univer sities didn’t think he’d survive in college with the academic

performance he’d displayed so far. This was the moment that changed Coopers mentality about what it would take to be successful, he said.

“I hit what people called a fork in the road. I had to turn around that concept of being an athlete student. I wasn’t an ath lete anymore for my freshman year, so I dove into turning that around and being a student ath lete. Instead of coming in and sitting in the back of the room, I sat right up front. It took de termination to do that, I had to have desire to do my classwork so I could achieve what I want ed, which was being a basketball player. Because of that decision to change, I was able to get a scholarship to the University of New Mexico.”

Without the ‘Five D’s’ and his perspective change about the hard work it took, Cooper thinks he could have had a short career without much to look back on. But because he contin ued to persevere, he was able to play in nine finals, winning five of them.

Cooper never did drugs or drank, even when his peers might be partaking. He shared a tragic story of a fellow player named Len Bias who was ex pected to take the Boston Celt ics to another level. Two days after Len was drafted, Cooper explained, his friend took him to a party. At this party, Len decided to use drugs for the first time, and this decision cost him his life.

“Sometimes you don’t get a second chance,” Cooper said. “You don’t have to remember all of the “Five D’s’ but if you can just remember one, it can change your life. Or even save your life.”

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Volleyball

Polson WHITEFISH — The Polson Lady Pirates finished off their regular season on Oct. 25 with a win over the White fish Bulldogs, 3-0. The Bulldogs pushed the Lady Pirates, extending the first game to a 26-24 win and a 25-23 second game. The Pirates were able to runaway in the third, winning 25-13. Hannah Simpson led the team with 14 kills, while Clara Todd and Samantha Rensvold add ed eight and seven more,

respectively. Avery Starr also had a strong showing on the night with an out standing 26 assists and nine digs, helping the Lady Pirates keep control of the games. Polson will take on Corvallis in the first round of the West ern Class A Divisional Tournament on Nov. 3rd at 4 p.m.

Football Mission

St Ignatius — The Mission Bulldogs kept their perfect season going in the first round of the Montana Class C-8 play

offs, beating the Circle Wildcats 48-34 on Oct. 29.

The Bulldogs came out the first quarter with quarterback Kellen Mc Clure and receiver Bryce Umphrey connecting for both of Missions touch downs. The first was a 34-yard rocket of a pass and the second a clever 16-yard touchdown.

B. Umphrey opened the second quarter with an interception to set up another 34-yard pass from McClure, this time to Izeyk Umphrey. After a defensive stop, Mc Clure threw for a 37-yard

touchdown to Kenny Ness to end the half up 30-6. Ness had a total of seven receptions and 105-yard receiving to go along with his touchdown. Circle came back strong in the second half with quarterback Beau Beery throwing for four of his five passing touchdowns.

The Bulldogs’ running back Canyon Sargent rushed for a 48-yard touchdown and 7-yard touchdown. McClure threw the last of his five passing touch downs to B. Umphrey to see out the game with a two score lead. McClure ended the afternoon with 234 yards passing going 17 for 25.

Defensively, B. Canyon Sar gent had 13 solo tackles, four assisted tackles and a quarterback sack, while B. Umphrey had 11 solo and 3 assisted tackles and an interception.

Mission coach Carson Oak land praised the group as a whole for stepping up when needed.

“Credit to our seniors, they’ve been doing this since they were in sixth grade,” Oakland said. “These boys have been together this whole time, it’s the same group and they don’t care who touches the ball, they’re so self less and just want to win. We had different leaders step up today than our usual ones and that’s something different and something we can continue to build off of. It’s such a benefit to us to have lots of leaders on this team.”

Moving into the next round of the playoffs facing Ennis next, Coach Oakland spoke about being the number one seed and facing a tougher opponent each week. “Our goal is absolutely the state championship and we want to get there, but its game by game and play by play, so we

won’t get ahead of ourselves,” Oakland stated.

Mission will host Ennis next week Nov. 5 at 1 p.m. in the second round of the Class C-8 playoffs.

Volleyball

Charlo

RONAN — The Charlo Lady Vikings won the 14C District tournament held in Ronan on Oct. 27 and 28.

Top ranked Charlo, who had a first-round bye, faced off against the St. Regis Tigers. Although Charlo won three games in a row, the Tigers pushed them all the way with scores of 25-23 and 25-21 in the first two games. The Vikings weren’t to be denied, however, winning the third game 26-24.

Next up was the only team to beat The Lady Vikings during the regular season, the Noxon Red Devils. Charlo came out fast and aggressive, winning 25-16, 25-15, 25-14.

The Lady Vikings next faced the Superior Bobcats in the tour nament final. The first two games were close, but Charlo won 2523 and 25-21. The Bobcats came back strong in the third, capital izing on some long volleys and scrambled play, winning 25-22. This game, the only Charlo lost in the tournament, had a galva nizing effect and the Vikings ran away 25-17 to clinch the win.

“It was a fun season definitely, some ups and downs, but this group of girls is really fun to be with and is a special group,” Charlo Coach Rhondell Vo linkaty said. “They can achieve anything they want really. They played their best volleyball this weekend, which is perfect timing with the tournaments coming fast … I have to pick a floor cap tain, which is really hard because they’re all really good at leading each other through the hard moments. But my three seniors, I’ve had them for four years, they’re really good positive lead ers for their teammates and the can pretty much get us through anything.”

Tournament volleyball is dif ferent from the regular season. Having to manage multiple games a day, not being able to go through normal routines, and waiting for other games to finish is a new challenge. Coach Vo linkaty praised the teams focus and seriousness throughout the tournament

“I think over the course of time and as games progress, we get better anyways. Being in the

volleyball mindset helps us stay motivated, stay on top of it,” Vo linkaty commented. “We’re very team oriented so not having time to go do others things and just be together is really good for us.”

You can catch The Lady Vikings next at Manhattan Christian for the Western C Di visionals. They take on The Ennis Mustangs in the first round on Thursday, Nov. 3 at 1:30 p.m.

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MTHS showcases Veterans and Natives in November programs

The experiences of veterans throughout the years, the strength and leadership of Native wom en, and a modern Indige nous teenager’s journey to understand and appreciate her family’s rich heritage will be explored during the Montana Historical Society’s public programs in November.

The Thursday programs run from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., and are free at the Montana Historical So ciety, located at 225 No. Roberts in Helena. Those programs also are live streamed on the MTHS YouTube channel, then archived so they can be viewed at your leisure. Programs include: - Nov. 3 – Native wom en fill their communities

with strength and leader ship, both historically and as modern-day warriors. The 12 Indigenous wom en featured in Patricia Cutright’s book “Native Women Changing Their Worlds” overcame un imaginable hardships to rise to great heights in the fields of politics, science, education, and community activism. The impressive accomplishments of these 12 dynamic women, in cluding Henrietta Mann (Southern Cheyenne) and Elouise Pepion Cobell. (Blackfeet) from Montana, provide inspiration for all. Books will be available for author signing. Co-spon sored by the Montana OPI Indian Education for All Division.

- Nov. 10 – Learn about the experiences of Mon tanans who fought in con flicts from the Civil War

out of THINGS YOU NEEDTO KNOW

“And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment.” Hebrews 9:27 God’s desire is for all people to know Him and His plan of salvation. Your place in eternity, heaven or hell, depends on your belief in Jesus Christ who IS the Son of God.

“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”

Romans 6:23

THERE IS LIFE AFTER DEATH

To learn more join us at Lake City Baptist Church • 38907 MT HWY 35 406-465-8564 • Sunday service at 10:30 a.m.

to Iraqi Freedom through the letters they sent home to their loved ones. Come to listen or to join the cast of this reader’s theater production as you prepare to commemorate Veteran’s Day. Co-sponsored by the American Legion of Montana

- Nov. 17 – Join M.L. Smoker and Natalie Peeterse as they discuss their new book “Thunder ous,” the story of a modern Indigenous teenager’s journey to understand and appreciate her family’s rich heritage. The authors will discuss the origins of the project, their collaboration as writers, shaping their words and ideas to fit

the graphic novel format and why they felt it was important to create a con temporary narrative for and about young Indige nous peoples, focusing on Lakota culture. Books will be available for purchase for author book signing. Co-Sponsored by Helena Indian Alliance

- Nov. 12 – Bring the family to view a different kind of Saturday program from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Members of the Sons of Norway and the Ancient Order of Hibernians will display materials that reflect their ethnic tradi tions. Antique steel toy cars, dolls, kitchenware, and items from the USS

Montana also will be on display. For more information, contact Deb Mitchell at 406-444-4789 or dmitch ell@mt.gov

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Historical

National Disability Employment Awareness month celebrates Polson apprentice

News from the Office of the Governor

HELENA — In celebration of National Disability Em ployment Awareness Month, Governor Greg Gianforte re cently joined the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and the Department of Labor & In dustry (DLI) to highlight an apprentice in Montana’s Regis tered Apprenticeship Program.

“Tray Lichtenberg is a shin ing example of what’s possible when you set your mind to something, and he’s now on his way to becoming an elec trician,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Employers like All Electric, LLC help make these success stories possible, and I appre ciate their partnership to help young Montanans achieve their dreams.”

First enrolling in the DPH HS Pre-Employment Tran sition Services (Pre-ETS) in August 2020, Tray Lichtenberg of Polson is now earning onthe-job training to become an electrician.

Pre-ETS assists students with disabilities ages 14-21

with transitioning from school to postsecondary education or employment by providing them an early start at job ex ploration.

To support Lichtenberg’s interest in the electrical indus try, pre-ETS staff partnered with Aaron Luper of All Elec tric, LLC in Polson to host Lichtenberg for a work-based learning experience.

Today, Lichtenberg is fully enrolled in the Montana Reg istered Apprenticeship pro gram as an apprentice.

“I truly appreciate all the support that I’ve received from the State programs and All Electric,” Lichtenberg said. “It’s my dream to one day be come an electrician, and I’m getting closer to achieving that goal every day.”

Aaron Luper with All Elec tric, LLC celebrated Lichten berg’s accomplishments, saying, “I’m so proud of Tray for his commitment to his chosen career path. He is one deter mined individual, and an inspi ration to all those who know him.” Luper also encouraged businesses to learn about the state programs that connect

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individuals with disabilities to employment opportunities.  Lichtenberg’s mother, Janene, added, “There was a time when we just weren’t sure what the future had in store for Tray in terms of entering the workforce. But after he began working with the Pre-ETS program that has changed. We are just so thankful for PreETS and to All Electric for

their excellent mentorship and support.”

In Montana, the Pre-ETS program provides services for 1,500 students every year.

Since Jan. 1, DLI has added over 700 new apprentices and 60 new employer sponsors to its apprenticeship program, many of which were added following a rule change cham pioned by the governor. The

change drastically expanded access to apprenticeships for Montana workers, and it also made Montana more competi tive with its neighbors.

Montanans can learn more about the Pre-ETS pro gram at:dphhs.mt.gov/detd/ preets and Montana’s Regis tered Apprenticeship Program by visiting: apprenticeship. mt.gov.

HELENA — Appli cations for the Recre ational Trails Program (RTP) will be accepted from Nov. 1 to Jan. 31. RTP is a federally funded grant program administered through

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks that awards approximately $1.5 million annually. Eli gible activities include construction or mainte nance of motorized and non-motorized trails or trail-related facilities, purchase of trail equip ment, and development

of trail education or ethics programs.

Applicants may re quest up to $100,000 with a 20 percent re quired match. Grant applicants may include federal, tribal, state, county, or municipal agencies (including school districts), and

private corporations, including nonprofits. An organization can submit only one grant application per grant cycle.

A webinar training and a question-and-an swer session will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 9, at 9 a.m. This

session is highly rec ommended for new and returning appli cants. The training will provide helpful infor mation on program re quirements and tips on writing a competitive application and using the grant management software. Interested

parties must register for the free training to re ceive a meeting link.

For more informa tion, visit the Recre ational Trails Program webpage. For questions, contact RTP Program Manager Stephanie Clemen at: stephanie. adamsclemen@mt.gov.

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Aaron Luper of All Electric, LLC (left) pictured with electrical apprentice Tray Lichtenberg (right)

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St. Luke receives award for work with acute stroke patients

RONAN — St. Luke Community Hospital was recognized with the Stroke Recognition Award at the Montana Hospital Association’s annual meeting last month. The Stroke Recognition Award is sponsored by the Cardiovas cular Health Program within the state health department. The Recognition Award singles out Critical Access Hos pitals that demonstrate that they have the infrastructure and commitment to provide high quality care for patients with acute stroke. Receiving the Stroke Recognition confirms St. Luke meets high standards related to the utilization of evidence-based stroke order-sets and protocols, laboratory and radiology ser vices available 24/7 and administrative commitment to treating acute stroke patients.

The Stroke Recognition Award was launched in 2011, and St. Luke is one of only 19 Critical Access Hospitals in Montana to receive the recognition. Requirements for the recognition in clude tracking and reporting key stroke outcomes, using outcomes data to initi ate quality improvement activities and coordinating regular healthcare provider stroke trainings.

Stroke is the leading cause of adult disability and is a leading cause of death in the Montana. Last year, over 2,000 Montana families were directly impacted by the effects of stroke. Symptom recog nition and timely, high quality treatment are important factors in reducing death and disability from stroke.

St. Luke Emergency Department

Manager, Stephanie Reffner, was appre ciative of the award and expressed grati tude for all the staff who helped to earn it. “This is a team effort,” Reffner said. “From the Nurses to Radiology, it takes a team of people to make these positive outcomes happen.”

Know the signs and symptoms of stroke:

— Sudden numbness or weakness of the face arm or leg

— Sudden trouble seeing

— Sudden confusion, trouble speak ing or understanding

— Sudden loss of balance or coordi nation

— Sudden severe headache with no known cause

Know what to do if you or someone you know experience stroke symptoms:

Call 9-1-1 immediately

For more information about stroke, please visit: www.strokeassociation.org

Get a job – earn college credits –make a difference!

Full time positions receive the health insurance benefit 12 months a year. Check out the available jobs and detailed job vacancy announcements on the SKC website – www.skc.edu/employment

Administrative Assistant, Education Division – 12 months full time$16.97 - $19.58 DOEE – Open Until Filled

Administrative Asst. for the Vice President of Academic Affairs - 12 months – full time - $37,106 - $40,727 DOEE - closes on November 14, 2022 at 1 pm

Director of Human Resources and Public Relations – 12 months – full time$59,563 - $72,470 DOEE – closes on November 14, 2022 at 1 pm

Early Learning Center Lead Toddler Teacher (9 months) - $22.48 - $23.22 per hour DOEE – Open Until Filled

Nursing Clinical Resource Registered Nurse (CRRN)/Assistant Instructor –10 month – full time - DOEE - Open Until Filled - Bachelor’s Degree - $45,178-$48,677, Master’s Degree - $50,130 - $54,136

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Health Promotion Practices – Department Chair – 11 months (July off)$45,621 - $48, 185 DOEE – Open Until Filled ** Department Chair stipend of $2,500.00 is in addition to the salary identified

Journey to Wellness Community Outreach Specialist (full time 12 months)$16.54 - $17.40 per hour DOEE – Open Until Filled

Director, Institutional Effectiveness – 12 months - $54,870 - $57,216 – Open until filled

SKC Extension Operations Manager – (12 months) - $20.17 - $23.56 per hour DOEE – Open Until Filled

Highway Construction Truck Driving Instructor – 32 hours per week – part time $18.19 - $19.53 per hour DOEE – Open until filled

Upward Bound Instructor – 12 months - $17.35 - $20.17 per hour DOEE – open until filled

Grants Manager - 12 months - $54,879-$56,043 DOEE - Open Until Filled

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

The positions that are identified as 9-month terms generally refer to faculty and the employment term mirrors the academic schedule. Many of the 9-month jobs have employment benefits such as health insurance which is provided 12 months a year including during summer breaks.

Benefits – 6 credits tuition free each quarter to full time staff, health insurance with SKC contributing up to $1,150 per month for a family plan, retirement for full time employees and employer provided life insurance, EAP benefits, generous Thanksgiving Christmas break. Check it out at SKC.edu

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St. Luke Emergency Department Manag er, Stephanie Reffner, accepted the 2022 Stroke Recognition Award on the hospi tal’s behalf, but recognized the entire care team for accomplishing this success.

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obituaries

Colleen Kelley

POLSON — On Oct. 20, 2022, Colleen Rhea Kelley, also known to her friends as “KK,” died in a car accident outside of Polson. Colleen was born on June 12, 1960, in Portland Oregon. She grew up in Missoula, attending Hellgate High School. As an adult she spent time in Vermont, California and the Washington DC area. Returning to Montana, Colleen settled in Pol son where she became a devoted employee of Delaney’s Nursery and Landscaping for over 25 years. She loved her work and enjoyed find ing her customers the perfect trees and shrubs for their property. En ergetic and competitive, kind and generous, Col leen was a great cook, cat lover and cut-throat cribbage player. Colleen is survived by her father, Richard H. Kelley; her moth er, Mary S. Kelley of Missoula; sister, Mary Jean Martin of Helena; nephews, Harley Lysons of Helena and Jamie Kelley of Portland, Ore gon; niece, Devin Kelley of Pittsburg, Penn sylvania; and several

great-nieces and neph ews, her kitty Rikki and a host of good friends. Colleen is proceeded in death by her younger brother, Robert Kelley, who was surely there to greet her. Colleen will prepare the shrimp dip while Robert sets up the board for a fierce chess match!

Donations can be made in Colleen’s name to the Mission Valley Animal Shelter or plant a tree in her memory. A memorial is planned for the spring when the Flathead cherries are in bloom.

Theresa Walter

RONAN — Theresa (Betty) Walter, age 101, passed from this life at 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022. Theresa was born on Sept. 29, 1921, in Fulton, South Dakota, to Julius and Net tie Gi raud. She complet ed ele mentary and high school education in Fulton. Af ter a year of college in Madison, South Dakota, she went to San Diego, California, and worked at Conair Aircraft Fac tory during WWll. She married Jacob l. Walter on April 17,

1943. A daughter, Rena, was born on Nov. 17, 1945. The family lived in Oregon after the war until 1955 when they settled in Kalispell. This brought Theresa closer to her sister, Inez Horn er of Ronan, her moth er’s brother, Clarence Bick, and their families. Theresa worked at the Kalispell City Library and attended Flathead Community College evenings. She trans ferred to the University of Montana in Missoula, graduating in 1971 with a BA in Education and a minor in Library Sci ence.

She accepted a teach ing position in Troy and taught third grade until she retired at age 64 in 1983. She was a patient, loving teacher who gave individual attention to every student. Many of her students remained in contact after they graduated and left Troy. In addition to teaching, Theresa sang in a num ber of choirs and also was needed and appre ciated for playing piano and organ for several churches in Troy. She was a member of the Kootenai Chapter #88 Order of Eastern Star and served as the sec retary for 15 years. She was an active member of the Troy Library Asso ciation.

Her husband died Sept. 26, 2000. Al though Theresa’s many

friends advised her not to move, she sold her house and moved to Ronan to be closer to family. Taking to heart a favorite saying of her mother’s, “A town is what you make it,” she became involved in many community proj ects. She volunteered several hours a month at the Ronan Senior Cen ter and the Ronan Bread Basket. She shared hostess duties at the Garden of the Rockies Museum and worked shifts at the Ronan Visitors Center. The resa played piano for “Music Appreciation” at St. Luke’s Extended Care and at the Pablo Baptist Church for two years. She belonged, served and support ed The Ronan Women’s Club, the Sew and So Club, and St. Luke’s Foundation. She also helped serve the free Thanksgiving dinners at the Ronan Commu nity Center and served on the election boards. It seems if there was a need, she was there to pitch in. In her eighties she joined Toastmasters, belonged and participat ed in four clubs: Always Talking Toastmasters of Ronan/Pablo, Thomp son Falls Toastmasters, Plainly Speaking Toast masters of Plains and District #78 Skills Club. She served as Area 15 Toastmaster Governor 2009-2010.

Theresa was a gen erous supporter of the Ronan Volunteer Fire Dept., Ronan Ambu lance, Ronan Boys and Girls Club, St. Luke Foundation, Ronan Library, Shodair Chil dren’s Hospital, Mercy Ships and Operation Smile. She donated funds for three rooms in St. Luke’s Community Hospital: Audiology, Reflection Room, Cot tonwood Conference Room.

She received many awards in her life; among those most en joyed was hearing from former students and being chosen Ronan Se nior of the Year in 2005. Her sister Fritz made a surprise visit to cele brate that honor.

In 2012 Theresa hurt her back changing sheets. She was also tired of shoveling snow. On April 26 of that year, she moved into St. Joseph’s Assisted Living in Polson. Still healthy and active at 91, she volunteered to arrange books on the facility’s library shelves. She helped activity director, Becky Lundeen, deco rate for special events, participated in bell ring ers, played the piano for Sunday devotions, led the devotions when the pastor was unavailable and enjoyed participat ing in other activities provided at St. Joe’s. She was an avid reader,

mostly nonfiction, until she lost her eyesight to macular degeneration. A lifelong learner she researched topics of in terest in books and on her computer. She en joyed working crossword puzzles and was a whiz at cribbage.

In spite of her pain from degenerative discs and losing her sight and therefore unable to do activities she loved, reading and drawing ... she never complained.

“How are you feeling,” you’d ask.  “I’m fine. There’s nothin’ the mat ter with me,” was her standard reply ... even in her final hours.

Theresa was preceded in death by her hus band Jacob; her parents; six brothers, Albert, Charles, Lyle, Clarence, Wilbur and Robert; four sisters, Leontine, Ro slyn, Inez and Frances (Fritz).

Survivors include her daughter, Rena (Terri), two adult grandchildren, Theresa Jade and Jacob; two great-granddaugh ters all of North Caroli na, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cremation has tak en place. A memorial will be held 1:30 p.m. at Pablo Christian Church on Sunday, Oct. 30. Theresa requests that in lieu of flowers those who wish, donate to the charity or organization of their choice.

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Claradelle Madman

RONAN — Claradelle Jade Rockwell Madman was born on Oct. 15, 2022, at the St. Luke Com munity Health care New Begin nings Birth Center. She weighed 9 pounds, 2 ounces. Parents are George Madman and Adeleene Rockwell of St. Ignatius. Paternal grandparents are William Little Plume and Cheryl Madman of Browning. Maternal grandparents are David and Nancy Rockwell of Dixon. Claradelle joins siblings Kayci and Fallyn.

Brenden Welch

RONAN — Brenden James Welch was on born Oct. 14, 2022, at the St. Luke New Be ginnings Birth Cen ter. He weighed 8 pounds, 2 ounc es. Parents are Jeremiah Welch and Ashten Hadley of Arlee. Paternal grand mother is Melinda Welch of St. Ignatius and mater nal grandmother is Nicole

Hadley of Arlee. Brenden joins sibling Eliza.

Trenton Taylor

POLSON — Tren ton James Taylor was born Oct. 5, 2022, at the St. Luke Community Health care New Begin nings Birth Cen ter. He weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce. Parents are Teddy Taylor and Makaala Guilliot of Pol son. Paternal grandpar ents are Ted and Dawny Taylor of Spokane, Washington. Maternal grandparents are Richard and Vickie Gulliot of Polson. Trenton joins sib lings Jack and Jordan.

Enzo Hernández

RONAN — Enzo Benicio Manno Hernán dez was born on Oct. 10, 2022, at the St. Luke Community Healthcare New Beginnings Birth Cen ter. He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces. Parents are Larry Man no and Magdalia Regina

Hernández Gámez of Polson. Paternal grandpar ents are Vince and Nina Manno of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Maternal grandparents are Lorenzo Hernández and María Gámez of San Luis Potosí, Mexico.

Porter Jordan

RONAN — Porter William Jordan was born on Oct. 21, 2022, at the St. Luke Community Health care New Beginnings Birth Cen ter. He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces. Parents are Travis and Emily Jordan of Ronan. He joins siblings Mary, Chase, Addy, Cody, and Cooper.

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BOZEMAN — At a high-density housing con struction site in Bozeman on Oct. 28, Governor Greg Gianforte unveiled elements of his agenda to increase Montanans’ access to affordable, attainable housing and build a stronger work force.

“Faced with a shortage of housing supply, hardworking Montanans struggle to own or rent a home, and to increase housing supply, we need highly-skilled workers,” Governor Gian forte said. “This informs our strategies as we work to build a stronger future where Montan ans can better afford to live in the communities where they work.”

Spearheading state efforts to resolve the housing supply shortage, Governor Gianforte highlighted the work of the bipartisan and diverse Housing Task Force he launched in July. The task force produced the first of its two reports on Oct. 14.

“Working together, they’ve delivered a series of strategies to address the longstanding shortage of housing in Montana, a shortage that continues to drive up prices Montanans pay for their home,” the governor said, highlighting high-density housing projects and zoning re form as two strategies to address the shortage.

“Working with legislators to implement many of the ideas of the Housing Task Force will be one of our top focuses next year,” he said.

Governor Gianforte also emphasized the need to continue to focus on workforce development, particularly in construction and the trades.

Under the governor’s leadership, Montana is experiencing record apprenticeship growth, adding nearly 900 new apprentices to date this year. Many were added following a rule change championed by the governor, which revised the previous journeyman to apprentice ratio of 2:1 to 1:2, while preserving workplace safety and

training standards.

“We already have more new plumbers and carpenters than in any previous year. We have three times as many new electrical power line apprentices than in any previous year. And we have more apprentices on the job, earning while they learn, than ever before,” the governor said.

Montana’s Registered Apprenticeship pro gram, administered by the Department of Labor & Industry, enables workers to receive paid, supervised, on-the-job training in more than 100 different occupations across Montana.

Two employer sponsors participating in the program, Dick Anderson Construction and Williams Plumbing and Heating, joined the gov ernor for the press conference.

Beyond housing, the governor underscored the need for skilled workers to modernize Mon tana’s infrastructure.

“We’ve made historic infrastructure invest ments over the last year, including broadband, water, and sewer,” the governor said. “Ultimate ly, these investments will help us increase hous ing capacity, but we need the skilled workforce to make these projects a reality.”

David Smith, executive director of the Montana Contractors’ Association, echoed the governor’s comments, highlighting the demand for plumbers, electricians, and carpenters in Montana.

Working with legislators to boost the trades and promoting careers in construction remain among the governor’s top priorities.

“As we know, a four-year college degree is not for every young Montanan,” the governor emphasized. “There are great-paying, in-de mand careers available today for Montanans who want to help build a stronger future for Montana.”

Montanans interested in learning more about apprenticeship opportunities available in Mon tana can visit: apprenticeship.mt.gov.

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By Pete Mangels for the Valley Journal

POLSON — Set your clocks back an hour before you go to bed on Nov 5.

Register and vote at Linder man gym on Nov. 8. Your vote is your voice. Exercise your fran chise. Report threats. Celebrate democracy in action.

After you have voted, or be fore, come to the Polson Senior Center on Tuesday, Nov. 8, for a Safeway sponsored clinic to get your annual flu and/or pneumonia shot, available from 10 a.m. until noon. Stay for lunch.

Nov. 11 is Veterans’ Day. You know their story. Never for get. Thank a vet. Those here and those lost, we are in your debt. With proof of armed forces service, Peter will give you a $2 rebate on the price of your lunch if you eat at the center on Nov. 11

ACTIVITIES: All activities are open to all. Get Active. Meet some people.

Bowling: Fun league, pay by the day - non-sanctioned, notap, Tuesdays, 1 p.m.

Bingo: Fridays, 7 p.m. - “Play ing Card” bingo first Wednes day and third Thursday of each month

Exercise for mobility: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Pinochle: Thursday, 12:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. (earlier or later if you wish)

Bridge: Tuesdays and Fridaysopen for all - 12:30 p.m.

Pool: Open table from 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Veterans’ Rep: First Friday, (Nov. 4) and third Tuesday (Nov. 15) of each month from 10 a.m.noon

MENU (subject to change): Sitdown, take-out, or delivery, only $5 from 11:45a.m.-12:30 p.m. — Thursday, Nov. 3: pork pot pie, biscuit, spiced apples, beets, frosted brownies

— Friday, Nov. 4: cheeseburger, lettuce, onion, tomato, baked beans, peach salad, cake roll — Monday, Nov. 7: chicken

dumping soup, five-cup salad, cupcakes

— Tuesday, Nov. 8: (VOTE!)

pork Loin, stuffing, gravy, green beans, red cran-apple salad, cookies

— Wednesday, Nov. 9: French Dip, ajus, tater tots, pea/cheese salad

— Thursday, Nov. 10: Soft shell tacos, Salsa, sour cream, Span ish rice, tex-mex salad, peaches — Friday, November 11: (honor veterans) hash brown casserole, muffin, sausage, baked pears, poke cake

St. Ignatius

By Barb Plouffe for the Valley Journal

ST. IGNATIUS — It is that time of year when clocks need to be changed. Don’t forget Nov. 6 is the day to set your clocks for the winter months. We are asking everyone to remember to vote on Nov. 8 as your vote is important.

The St. Ignatius Senior Center is open for lunch every Tuesday and Friday at noon. We are open the first and third Wednesdays of each month for supper at 5:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a nice warm meal and visit. Nov. meals:

— Friday, Nov. 4: pork stir-fry with rice, Asian slaw, fruit, and cook’s choice dessert

— Tuesday, Nov. 8: beef Stro ganoff, veggies, Jell-O with fruit, French bread, cookies

— Friday, Nov. 11: chicken, veggies, mashed potatoes, gravy, rolls, fruit, cake

There is Gentle Yoga class taught every Wednesday afternoon at 1 p.m. at the St. Ignatius Senior Center. Bonnie Kiser is the lead er. If you are interested, please give Bonnie a call at 406-2534462. Her rates are five sessions for $60.

The St. Ignatius Senior Center is open for rental. Please call 406745-4462 if you are interested. We will return your call.

Fall is upon us with winter just around the corner. Stay warm and enjoy the mountain snow.

News from the office of Governor Gianforte

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Gov. Gianforte joins industry leaders and apprentices to preview elements of his 2023 agenda.

Governor’s agenda to increase housing supply, build stronger workforce unveiled

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Wednesday, Nov. 2

Book sale offers

POLSON — The North Lake County Public Library continues their “Progressive Sale” in their gift shop. Discounts begin at 10% off and further discounts are applied each Monday through Christ mas. Shop early for the best selection of items for yourself and the book lovers in your life.

PAWsitive Reading Partners on tap

POLSON — Come read with Riley (a regis tered therapy dog) for 15 minutes on Wednesdays, from 3-4 p.m. Registra tion is required. Bring your favorite book, or pick one from the shelves. Riley loves listening to stories. Sign up for your time slot at the library or call us at 406-883-8225.

Friday, Nov. 4

Live fiddle, guitar music played

POLSON — On Friday, Nov. 4, Anna Dupuis and Gloria Stascavage will play folk music on the fiddle and the guitar starting at 3:30 p.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Feel free to sit and enjoy this live acoustic mu sic event. It is always fun.

Saturday, Nov. 5

Extravaganza held at Finely Pt. Barn

POLSON — Save the date of Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. We’ve

been storing Christmas treasures for a year. We will have an amazing sale at The Barn; so grateful to Lucy and Denny for letting us use their facility. Lucy‘s decorations alone will blow your mind. It will be a lot of fun - hot cocoa, treats, Christmas music, and tons of holiday décor.

Shop early for holiday

ST. IGNATIUS — The Mission Valley United Methodist Church at the top of Post Creek Hill on U.S. Highway 93 will hold a Pre-holiday Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 5. Tables are $10 for 6-foot table and $15 for an 8-foot table. Call Cathy Billie at 406203-2179 to make sure you have a table.

Monday, Nov. 7

Mondays means Mother Goose

POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North

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Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents & care givers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 8

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Wednesday, Nov. 9

PAWsitive Reading Partners on tap at library

POLSON — Come read with Riley (a regis tered therapy dog) for 15 minutes on Wednesdays, from 3-4 p.m. Registra tion is required. Bring your favorite book, or pick one from the shelves. Riley loves listening to stories. Sign up for your time slot at the library or call us at 406-883-8225.

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Hear modernized 18th century melodies at MV Live performance

RONAN — WÖR is a band of five musicians whose passion and talent has led to a niche goldmine of melodies in stunning contemporary arrange ments. With their finely textured arrangements WÖR injects new energy into 18th-century mel odies from the Flanders region of Belgium. Their music shines an inventive spotlight, with a modern twist, on the melodies in these manuscripts. They will perform at the Ronan Performing Arts Center at the Ronan Middle School at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 at the door. Students 13-18 are free. Students under

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Tickets may be pur chased prior to the day of a performance for $13 in Polson at the Perfect Shot and First Interstate Bank and in Ronan at True Value Hardware.

Thursday, Nov. 10

Free QuickBooks Level II workshop held

RONAN — Mission West Community De velopment Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on Thurs day, Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Go to: https:// lccdc.ecenterdirect.com/ events/712 to register.

Ronan Library invites youngsters to Story Time

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmental needs of children 3-6 years old.

The weekly program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

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By: Magi Helena for the Week of Oct. 30, 2022

ARIES (March 21-April 19):

The phrase, “to know you, is to love you,” may fit you to a tee in the coming week. Form attach ments with trustworthy, reliable companions rather than pursuing a hot new prospect who seems too good to be true.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20):

You can be creative even if you paint by numbers. Pursue activities that allow you to express yourself and use to your advantage in the week ahead. A glimmer of romance might point the way to more intimacy.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20):

If someone opposes your decisions, remember that a gentle word may be the place to start. If you’ve been thinking someone wants a rela tionship with no strings attached, you may find that ties have become desirable.

CANCER (June 21-July 22):

You may enjoy the “sounds of si lence” as the week unfolds. It might be what is left unsaid between you and a loved one, that is most significant. You and a partner could be in agreement about your joint ambitions.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22):

This is a week when you can share dreams and explore possibilities with a special someone. You might meet someone who talks the talk but that’s about all there is. Something you learn can become an asset.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):

Rather than mindlessly performing routines in the upcoming week, try viewing every task as an opportunity that could have sur prises tucked inside. Contemplate your romantic dreams and their possibilities.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22):

A messenger of love may send you a note in the coming week. The more thoughtful and romantic you are, the more likely you will enjoy the message. You may be considering whether to put your heart on the line.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): You would be wealthy if under standing and imagination were money. Use vivid imagery to plant the seeds of romance in someone’s heart. This might be a good week to hire a new assistant or start a new job.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):

All’s fair in love and war, but your wallet is a different matter. You could be overly generous in the week ahead but are willing to work hard to achieve more. A kindly act might be repaid when least expected.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):

Rise above righteous indignation and other forms of judgment. You may entertain ideas of great value as the week unfolds, so keep a list handy and jot them down. Use your insights and empathy to understand others.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):

It may be easier than usual to col laborate with others. You might be conscientious about honoring the rules but a pushover when loved ones request special exceptions. Discuss key plans with a loved one.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20):

You might be blessed with a new acquaintance who understands your romantic dreams. A conve nient change to your income or an unexpected financial improvement might be yours in the weeks to come.

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Friday, Nov. 11

Library closes for holiday

POLSON — The North Lake County Pub lic Library will be closed on Friday, Nov. 11, in ob servance of Veterans’ Day. The library will reopen on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 14

Mondays mean Mother Goose

POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 15

Paint a pumpkin

POLSON — Join Liz zy as she leads another painting program, with

a fall pumpkin theme, at the North Lake County Public Library. Supplies will be provided. Just come enjoy and bring your artistic flair. You must register for this class, as spots are limited. Give the library at call at 406-883-8225 or reserve your seat the next time you come in.

Thursday, Nov. 17

Learn Excel Essentials Level II for free

RONAN — Mis sion West Community Development Partners, 407 Main St. SW, is offering a free workshop on Microsoft Excel Level II from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17. Go to: https://lccdc.ecenter direct.com/events/713 to register.

Ronan Library District invites youngsters to Story Time Program

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmen tal needs of children 3-6 years old. The weekly

program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

Friday, Nov. 18

Learn to play Dun geons & Dragons

POLSON — Come and learn to play Dun geons and Dragons on Friday, Nov. 18, at the North Lake County Pub lic Library from 5:308:30 p.m. when Jason Seidel will lead a one-off campaign to teach us how to play this classic Role Playing game. Charac ters will be premade and light refreshments will be provided. This class is for beginners. Please RSVP at 406-883-8225, as space is limited.

Monday, Nov. 21

Mondays mean Mother Goose

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Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 23

Ronan Library District invites youngsters to Story Time Program

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmen tal needs of children 3-6 years old. The weekly program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

Saturday, Nov. 26

Shop ‘til you drop on ‘Small Town Saturday’

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“Small Town Saturday” on Saturday, Nov. 26. Polson tree lighting is at 6 p.m.

Ninepipes holds ‘Holi day Bazaar’

NINEPIPES — Nine pipes Lodge and Muse um is the site of a holiday bazaar from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 26.

Monday, Nov. 28

Mondays mean Mother Goose

POLSON — Join us at 9:15 a.m. at the North Lake County Public Library. Mother Goose is geared toward ages 0 to 3, but all are welcome. We encourage parents & caregivers to participate with their children for

this early learning time. The doors open at 9 a.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 30

Ronan Library District invites youngsters to Story Time Program

RONAN — Every Thursday, from 11 a.m.noon, the Ronan Library holds a reading program. Each program is geared toward the developmen tal needs of children 3-6 years old. The weekly program offers interactive readings, activities, and guided crafts for children. If needed, we are ready to modify the program for younger and older children or if you have a group of five or more children. Call the Ronan Library at 406-676-3682, for more information.

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Enviro-Tire is hiring for 1 CDL driver. This position is open immediately. No tire loading, drop and hook only. CDL Class A truck driver with doubles endorsement for Montana, Idaho and Wash ington day runs. Home every night. Work site is in Lone

pine, Mt. Year-round, full-time position. Pay $25.00 per hour for experienced, qualified drivers. Mandatory DOT drug testing. Vacation & holiday pay. Office phone and fax (406) 755-7716. enviro-tire@ montanasky.com

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The Char-Koosta News is seeking a motivated and energetic ad sales representa tive. The successful applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED required. One (1) year of sales experience or one year in a design field. A valid driver’s license and proof of valid insurance. Computer experience is required. All ap plicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copies of relevant transcripts and/or cer tificates and a copy of a valid driver’s license. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of the DD214 must be submitted with the application to the Personnel Department. To apply, contact Personnel at 406.675.2700 ext. 1259, or

visit the csktribes.org website for the application. Salary range $13.49 to $17.52 per hour, plus benefits. May be employed under contract. Closing date will be Thursday, November 17, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m. 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.

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Electrician (Journeyman) Facilities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announce ment and application procedures, click on: https:// jobs.montana.edu/hr/post ings/29373. Equal Opportunity

Employer, Veterans/Disabled Maintenance Painter Facilities Services/Montana State University - Bozeman. For complete job announce ment and application proce dures, click on: https://jobs. montana.edu/postings/30461

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Irrigation Technician Facil ities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana. edu/postings/30022

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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

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A licensed PhD/PsyD in School Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psy chology, or other related field, preferred. Child-, Adolescent-, Family-focused provider pre ferred. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) considered with 2 years of relevant experience. Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or other related field under the super vision of a licensed provider considered with 2 years of relevant experience. Must have a valid driver’s license. All applicants must submit a Tribal application and copy of academic transcript/training certificate, copy of licensure, and driver’s license, complet ed background supplemental

questionnaire, proof of enroll ment in a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be sub mitted. FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE IN FORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUAL IFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. 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 is negotiable. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. #1040, or personnel@ cskt.org. Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, November 17, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. (MST) CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER. Preventive Maintenance Manager. Facilities ServicesMontana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and appli

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Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Monday, Nov. 14th,2022 @ 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

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WATER MONITORING & MEASUREMENT PROGRAM MANAGER NATURAL RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant will possess a Master’s of Science with five years of relevant professional-level experience or Bachelor’s of Science with a minimum of seven years of relevant professional-level experience. Educa tion must be in the field of hydrologic scienc es, engineering, or a closely related physical sciences field with emphasis on hydrology. Education and experience must demonstrate analytical aptitude, exposure to both surface and ground water hydrology, and experience working with water resources data collection, data management, and data reporting. Must have or be able to secure a current State of Montana driver’s license. Must wear Tribal Gov ernment identification and safety apparel when conducting field activities. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcripts and/or training certificates, a copy of a valid driver’s license, completed background supplemental questionnaire, proof of Tribal enrollment from a federally recog nized 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) month probationary period. Salary is negotiable, dependent on experience, plus benefits. To apply, contact Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040.

IRRIGATION ENGINEER I - NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must possess at a minimum, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical En gineering, Hydrology, Geology, Hydro-geology, or other related Engineering degree from an ac credited Engineering College with emphasis in one or more of the following areas: construction engineering, construction project management, irrigation infrastructure design, hydraulics, hy drology, geotechnical engineering, and design of irrigation infrastructure. Must possess an Engineer Intern (EI) license or ability to acquire in 6 months. A Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred. Must maintain a current and valid Montana driver’slicense during employment. Must wear Tribal provided safety apparel as required. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcripts and/or training certificates, a copy of a valid driver’s license, completed background supplemental questionnaire, proof of Tribal enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT, and if claiming veteran’s pref erence 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) month probationary period. Salary is negotiable dependent on experience. To apply, contact Personnel at 406-675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040. Tribal applications are also available online at cskt.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 17th, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST OR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE - ACCOUNTS PAYABLE TECHNICIAN - OFFICE OF ACCOUNTING, BUDGET & COMPLIANCE

Accounts Payable Specialist: High school graduate with two years’ accounting courses above high school level and/or three years’ accounting experience, or any equivalent com bination of training and experience. Preferably an AA Degree in business management field with special emphasis on Accounts Payable. Preference given to experience with the Con federated Salish and Kootenai Tribes account ing systems. Has some knowledge of GAAP Governmental Accounting and Auditing Practic es and Governmental Accounting and Auditing Standards, (GAAP and GAAS). Working knowledge of advanced computerized account ing systems. Prefer working knowledge of the Tribes various accounting systems. Accounts Payable Technician: High school graduate or GED or possess equivalent experience. One year of accounting courses above high school level or one year of accounting experience or have any equivalent combination of training and experience. Aware of the guidelines, which set CSKT policies, some knowledge of GAAP. Working knowledge of basic accounting practic es. Prefer basic knowledge of Tribal accounting system. All applicants must submit a Tribal application, a copy of academic transcripts/ training certificates, a copy of current valid driv er’s license and proof of insurance and a proof of enrollment in a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT and if claiming veteran’s pref erence, please submit a copy of your DD214. These positions are not Testing Designated Positions (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 ranges: Accounts Payable Specialist is $21.08 to $24.23 per hour or depending on experience Accounts Payable

Technician is $17.24 to $19.82 per hour. To apply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. 1259/1040. Tribal applications are also avail able on-line at www.csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 10th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

NATIONAL MONITORING CENTER MONITOR - (ONE OR MORE POSITIONS) NATURAL RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must possess a high school diploma from an accredited high school or a GED. Possession of, or eligibility for, a Montana State driver’s license. Must be able to type at least 30 words per minute and have the ability to read a map and locate states and cities in the Western United States. Experience in surfing the Internet. Training or experience with word processing and spreadsheet software WORD and EXCEL. Must be able to open a WORD file, cut and paste a portion of a WORD document, and save the WORD document. Experience in working and communicating with the public, or in an office working with other personnel where communicating information was important to that position. Must be able to work throughout the entire shift and be able to stay awake and alert for the duration of the shift. Must be able to communicate clearly by enunciating and speaking words in a clear and understandable manner. Must be able to write clearly and legibly. All applicants are required

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ment and application proce dures, click on: https://jobs. montana.edu/postings/30789 Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcript and/or certificate, a copy of a valid driver’s license and 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 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 is $14.13 to $16.24 per hour, plus benefits. Shift Schedule: Tuesday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. To apply, contact Person nel at 406-675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040. Tribal applica tions are also available online at csktribes.org. Closing date will be Thursday, Nov. 17th, 2022 @ 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Facilities Engineer Engineer ing & Utilities/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs. montana.edu/postings/32010 Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

The City of Wolf Point, Montana, is seeking a City Attorney. For more informa tion, contact the city clerk at 406-653-1852, ext. 110, or email ctywlfpt@nemont.net

Electrician Foreman Facili ties Services – Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announcement and application procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana. edu/- postings/32936

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled.

Journeyman Carpenter Facilities Services/Montana State University - Bozeman. For complete job announce

Custodian Supervisor I Facilities Services/Montana State University - Bozeman. For complete job announce ment and application proce dures, click on: https://jobs. montana.edu/postings/30799

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HVAC Maintenance Technician – Air Conditioning/ Refrigeration **UPDATED** Facilities Services/Montana State University – Bozeman. For complete job announce ment and application procedures, click on: https:// jobs.montana. edu/hr/post ings/28193. Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

INSPECTOR/MATERIALS ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT - DIVISION OF ENGINEERING & WATER RESOURCES IRRIGA TION INFRASTRUCTURE

PROGRAM The successful applicant must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must possess a valid Montana mo tor vehicle operator’s license and be insurable under the Tribes’ insurance policy. Ex perience with word processing and spreadsheet software such as WORD and EXCEL. Materials testing, laboratory analysis, or experience in sample collection would be beneficial. Experience in earthwork or building con struction and/or construction inspection. Experience in pre paring computer report forms using computer software such as Microsoft Office suite and ArcGIS. Must maintain a current and valid Montana driver’s license during employ ment. Required to wear CSKT safety apparel as necessary. Required to successfully complete a certified defensive driving course approved by the Department. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of relevant transcripts and certifications, 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 prefer ence, 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 $18.87 to $21.69 per hour, plus benefits. To ap ply, contact Personnel at (406) 675-2700 Ext. #1259/1040.

Tribal applications are also available online at csktribes. org. Closing date will be Monday, November 28th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

HYDROLOGIC TECHNICIAN/ HYDROGRAPHER I NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

The successful applicant must possess two years of college education or one year of col lege 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 insur able under the Tribes’ insur ance policy. Must wear Tribal Government identification and safety apparel when conduct ing field activities. All appli cants are required to submit a Tribal application, copy of rel evant transcripts/certificates, 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 prefer ence, 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 success ful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT must pass pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period Salary range $19.88 to $22.85 per hour, depending on expe rience, 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 Monday, Nov. 28th, 2022 at 5:30 p.m. CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER.

Extension Agent, Ft. Belknap Reservation, MSU Extension. Full time. Will assess local community needs, then devel op, implement, and evaluate Extension programming to meet those needs. Excellent positions with outstanding benefits. Complete info and application instructions at msuextension.org, click on “careers.” Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled.

Laborer/Equipment Operator I. **Recent Wage Increase** Facilities Services/ Montana State University –Bozeman. For complete job announcement and appli cation procedures, click on: https://jobs.montana.edu/ postings/30105

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans/Disabled

Miscellaneous

Pets & Supplies

Apricot F1B Goldendoodle puppies. Three females left. 9 weeks old and ready to go. All animals are up to date on shots and dewormed. Call for photos. Ask for Sarah Ann. 406-745-4395

Real Estate For Rent

For Lease: 3 bedroom, 2 bath home close to Polson golf course and Flathead Lake. $2400 month, includes utilities. No pets. No smoking. Additional mother-in-law quar ters available for $1400 month includes utilities. Call 406-249-6689.

For Sale

Turn-key Restaurant For Sale: Pop’s Place Family Restaurant is a staple in See

ley Lake, Montana. Highway 83 frontage. $549,900 MLS #22106166. Call Bruce 406677-4149, BWold@real estateauctions.com

Vehicles Miscellaneous INVENTORY CLEARANCE SALE

Auto /Truck Starters and Alternators. 305 units, all remanufactured and tested for earlier vehicles, prior to 2000. Closing business. Selling off all rebuilt starters and alterna tors at 55% off retail. If your car or truck in 1997 or older, at this price you can afford to have a spare. Call Jerry at 406-207-4641.

By: Mary Rensvold Deputy Clerk of Court

Nov. 2, 9, 16 and 23, 2022

MNAXLP

Hanna Warhank

CHURCH, HARRIS, JOHNSON & WILLIAMS, P. C. 114 3rd Street South P. O. Box 1645

Great Falls, MT 59403-1645

Telephone: (406) 761-3000

Facsimile: (406) 453-2313

Email: hwarhank@chjw.com

Attorneys for Personal Representative

MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY

In the Matter of the Estate of JOYCE E. ZAMELIS, Deceased

Probate No. DP-22-76

Judge: Deborah Kim Christopher

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Public Notices

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the abovenamed estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred.

Claims must either be mailed to Andrew Winje, the Personal Repre sentative, return receipt requested, c/o Hanna Warhank, Church, Harris, Johnson & Williams, P.C., P.O. Box 1645, Great Falls, Montana 59403, or filed with the Clerk of the above-enti tled Court.

DATED this the 30th day of Sep tember, 2022.

In the matter of the Name Change of Lisa G. Hayes; Lisa G. Hayes, Petitioner.

Cause No: DV-22-190 Dept. No. 2001

NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE

This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Lisa Gay Hayes to Devn Hayes. The hearing will be on Nov. 30, 2022, at 10:00 am. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Date: Oct. 24, 2022.

Lyn Fricker Clerk of District Court

/s/ Andrew Winje

ANDREW WINJE, Personal Representative

CHURCH, HARRIS, JOHNSON & WILLIAMS, P.C.

BY: /s/ Grant Kelly for: Hanna Warhank Attorneys for Personal Representative

Oct. 19, 26 and Nov. 2, 2022 MNAXLP

Legal Notices are welcome. Deadline is Friday at noon. 406-676-8989

Legals

Legals

Montana 20th Judicial District Court, Lake County