Articles from the April 22, 2021 edition
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Volunteers clean up TF
The 19th annual Thompson Falls Beautification days drew more than 100 volunteers from the area to spruce up the community last week. According to Kathy Conlin, who helps organize Beautification Days,...
TICK SEASON
The warmer weather of spring brings not only people out into the woods of Northwest Montana, but also ticks. People and pets throughout Sanders County have already been spotting ticks in the...
Local events to go on
Despite numerous rumors concerning the demise of Plains Day, a local nonprofit group has decided to make it happen. "The Free Americans," a newly created Sanders County organization, met in Thompson...
TF Library prepares for centennial
As the Thompson Falls Library turns 100 years old this year, the new library director and her staff have been working to do something special. Crystal Buchanan was told, not long after she took over...
Our Viewpoint
When I heard that Quinn's Hot Springs Resort was offering a bonus to employees as an incentive for them to get vaccinated, my initial response was "that's awesome." At The Ledger, we've been strongly encouraging masks and my employees still wear mask...
Street Smart
I have to admit that I seriously underestimated the Biden/Harris administration. Shortly after the election, I made several predictions regarding how I expected Biden/Harris to dismantle all the...
A clarification
Fried, boiled, baked, fricasseed or slow cooked, no matter how you cook it is still crow, and I have been eating my share of it because of a serious error in my article on voting restrictions of March 29 called “Rainy Night in Georgia.” In that art...
Thank you volunteers
Thompson Falls Beautification Days 2021: My greatest praise, appreciation and thanks to the organizers and all the volunteers (groups and individuals) for their enthusiasm, dedication, and very hard work in the community, at public places, as well...
Keep business local
I was just made aware that the Blue Hawk Booster Club board is in the process of deciding to go with a corporate vendor company for the shirts, sweatshirts, hats, etc., they sell at the Blue Hawk games. I am a bit disgusted with this decision. This...
Remember When?
TYPICAL LUMBER CAMP From interviews conducted by Mike Scott An attempt will be made now to portray a typical lumber camp as it existed shortly after the beginning of the twentieth century, the...
Question of the Week
Devanie Mango, Thompson Falls - “Hiking, mountain biking and fishing.” Glenda Morgan, Thompson Falls - “Be outside more and be able to visit more people.” Joy Toelke, Ronan - “Go to the fair.” Kim Toelke, Ronan - “See my grandkids in Walla Walla,...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulance: Hot Springs, 2; T. Falls, 8; Plains, 11; Noxon, 1; Dixon, 2; Trout Creek, 2. Monday, April 12 Disturbance, Hot Springs. Animal abuse, Plains. Motor vehicle crash, T. Falls. Abandoned vehicle, Plains. Theft, Plains. Harassment/privacy in...
Justice Court
Montana Highway Patrol John Bilodeau, 52, speeding in restricted zone, $105. Devon Lofthus, 26, basic rule, reasonable and prudent, 1st offense, $45; fail to give notice of accident by quickest means, 1st offense, $125; operating without liability...
How we form America's history
Pulitzer Prize winner Barbara Tuchman (1912-1989) is a name bound to appear on any list of 10 best American historians. With profound scholarship and colorful style, she wrote about history from medieval to modern times, and interestingly, she did so...
Plains drama entertains with comedy mystery
Saturday was the last time the Plains School Drama Club will ever perform at the fairgrounds pavilion, but the final time there was murder. "You Must Meet My Wife" was a comedy mystery that included...
Passenger rail effort continues to gain support
The question of support continues for Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) as the consortium of 12 counties pursue restoring passenger rail service across the “Southern Montana Route.” BSPRA convened for their April board meeting to deliberate se...
Rick Piscitello
Rick Piscitello of Thompson Falls passed away at his home April 9, 2021. He was 77 years old. Rick was the former owner of the Falls Motel which he bought in 2002. Before moving to Thompson Falls he... Full story
Donald "Boog" C. Cannon
Donald "Boog" C. Cannon, passed away peacefully March 28, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family after a long struggle with kidney failure. He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 25... Full story
Clinton Paul Taylor
Clinton Paul Taylor went to rest the morning of April 19, 2021, at age 61. He is survived by his siblings Gayle, Nick (Janet), Bob (Mary), Kim, and Terry (Renee) Taylor. Clinton was born to Jim and... Full story
Quinn's gives vaccination incentive
Quinn's Hot Springs Resort is giving employees a bonus as a way to encourage them to get vaccinated against COVID-19. The Paradise company is not requiring employees to get vaccinated, but General...
TAKING A GANDER
A PAIR OF SNOW GEESE enjoys the greenery at Ainsworth Park in Thompson Falls. A grand opening for the park, on which construction was completed late 2020, is scheduled for June 2021. More details...
Bookkeeping business offers 'peace of mind'
A new bookkeeping company has opened in Thompson Falls catering to small businesses, with a focus on nonprofit organizations. Owner Kayla Mosher officially launched Elk Ridge Bookkeeping Services the...
CNSC presents Mother's Day fundraiser
Cancer Network of Sanders County (CNSC) is preparing for its spring fundraiser. Music for Mom will be held 7-9 p.m. Friday, May 7, at The Rex Theater in Thompson Falls. Instead of selling tickets, CNSC will accept donations at the door. The evening...
Local athletes shine in Thompson Falls Invite
It was a long time ago since it was last held– two years to be exact – but the Thompson Falls Invitational track and field meet was back in business for 2021 at sun-splashed Previs Field last Thu...
Hawks wallop Wardens, P-HS Trotters up next
It was blooming softballs in Deer Lodge and the Blue Hawks came out smelling like roses. Coach Jared Koskela and his Hawks swept a Western B-C doubleheader 23-14 and 18-0 from the homestanding...
