Articles from the August 20, 2020 edition
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Paradise sewer opposition holds protest
The numbers might have been few, but the message was loud - "No sewer - no million dollar levy." That was the chant that a group of people were shouting from their vehicles as they weaved through the...
Celebrating the right to
4 marks the 100-year anniversary of the official adoption of the 19th Amendment; which guarantees and protects a woman’s constitutional right to vote. This right was not simply given to women; t...
Not guilty plea in Heron shooting
A Heron man pleaded not guilty to charges filed against him on Tuesday. Michel Dulaney appeared in 20th Ditrict Judicial Court, facing three counts of assault with a weapon. According to witnesses, on July 11 Dulaney fired a weapon at his neighbor,...
UM studies disabilities, COVID in rural areas
A new study conducted by the University of Montana in Missoula, has found rural residents with disabilities are less likely to adhere to public health recommendations. Research began in April and May of this year, as the impact of COVID-19 caused...
Guest Viewpoint
I am writing to you all to tell you my story about my experience having COVID-19. I hope this will encourage you all to be kind. My heart’s desire is to see more people reaching out to help others in need. First, I want to thank all the people who t...
Montana Viewpoint
I love the Post Office as much as I love the flag that flies over it. In every city or small town in Montana, the American flag flies proudly over the buildings that house the oldest public service...
Kudos to city for pool updates
Dear Editor, CAUTION: Positive language ahead! I would like to commend the City Council, Mayor, City employees, Sandra Kazmierczak and the pool employees on the wonderful results of the pool renovations that took place last summer. This season’s p...
Thanks for wearing masks
I would like to express my appreciation to Kathy Logan, Rebecca Murray, Kyle Revier, and Terri Henry for appearing in this week’s Ledger (Aug. 13) with masks in place; last week (Aug. 6), this example of community concern and personal r...
Try to imagine how others feel
Recent reminiscences by Blaine Blackstone regarding his personal experiences with race reinforced something I’ve known for a long time. Our personal world views are often based primarily on our personal experiences, and unless we make a concerted e...
Remember When?
EARLY SETTLERS IN THE LOWER CLARK FORK RIVER VALLEY BY EVELYN M. DAVIS The 1860s marked the very earliest of settlements in this area by white persons who came intending to stay. It was a slow and dangerous development but each succeeding year made...
Question of the Week
JAMES CROWDER, Thompson Falls - “It’s a free country, yes we should be allowed to. The smart thing would be not to go, however.” MARGARET JUNEMAN, Thompson Falls - “The question is, will there be sports?” WYATT SORREL, Corvallis, Montana - “I believ...
Justice Court
Sanders County Sheriff’s Office Gregory Coley, 46, resisting arrest, $235. Shawn Hughes, 31, aggravated driving under the influence, 1st offense, $1,135. Montana Highway Patrol Jay Vonheeder, 20, seatbelt violation, $20; operating with alcohol c...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulance Calls Plains 6, Hot Springs 2, Noxon 4, Paradise 1, T. Falls 7, Heron 1, Saturday, August 8 Animal other, Hot Springs. Theft, stolen trailer from Trout Creek construction site, Trout Creek. Livestock, Paradise. Abandoned vehicle, Hot...
Dixon school works to ensure safety of kids
As parents send their children back to school in Dixon this fall, they should be apprised of the plans the school is making to ensure the safety of their kids. Dixon has posted their plan on the school website, which is broken down into protocols to...
TC plans four-day school week
As students return to school in Trout Creek on August 26, kids and parents alike are curious about the precautions the facility will be taking in light if the coronavirus. According to Penny James, a board member with the Trout Creek School, they wil...
Editor says one thing, and does just the opposite
Editorially it appears The Ledger says one thing and does just the opposite in the very same issue. In the August 13 issue, the editor writes that candidates should not be “badmouthing and insulting” each other. That is a desirable concept, not onl...
Paul Arthur Wood
Paul Arthur Wood, 65 years old, was born in Hot Springs, Montana, on December 3, 1954 and passed away at his home with his wife by his side on July 30, 2020. He was the son of James and Neva Wood.... Full story
John "Jack" Edward Basham
John “Jack” Edward Basham, 94, of Thompson Falls, Montana, passed away on August 8, 2020, at his current residence, The Springs at Missoula in Missoula, Montana. He was born John Edward Collier to par... Full story
Dolores "Dee" Nickerson
Dolores "Dee" Nickerson, age 92, of Thompson Falls, Montana went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2020. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Dee was born to Anthony... Full story
Huckleberry Run Results 2020
1. Logan Naegeli 17:35 2. Justin Morgan 17:56 3. Cael Thilmony 21:47 4. Josey Neesvig 22:17 5. Andy Koonce 22:50 6. Hattie Neesvig 24:54 7. Shana Neesvig 24:57 and Axel 8. Ellie Baxter 25:07 9....
Wednesday night war wallops River's Bend
The Wednesday night war between Whitefish Credit Union and Wild Coyote continued last week at River’s Bend. Buoyed by the low individual gross of 36 carded by Gary Thompson, he, Steve Clark, Howard Morkert and Dave Petteys team Wild Coyote put togeth...
Feed-N-Fuel hits gas, Easy Street idles in
Feed-N-Fuel hit the gas pedal with the low team gross of 176 and Easy Street Autoworks idled in with the low team net of 150 to highlight play in the Tuesday Night Men’s League at River’s Bend last week. Mike Normandin, Steve Clark, Dave Petteys and...
Crossword Solution
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