Articles from the October 11, 2018 edition
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T. Falls mayor submits resignation
Thompson Falls Mayor Mark Sheets turned in his resignation at Monday's city council meeting. "It's not a health issue, it's a time issue," Sheets said as the council voted to accept his resignation....
1 dead, suspects sought in shooting
One person was shot and killed late Friday in Agency, off Highway 212 north of Dixon. The Sanders County Sheriff’s Office, Lake County law enforcement and tribal officers responded to a 911 call late at 11:16 p.m. Friday. Officers found William C...
Double the luck
IF YOU'RE LUCKY ENOUGH to live in Sanders County, you're lucky enough to catch some spectacular rainbows. A rain shower earlier this week was followed by rich fall colors under a double rainbow just...
Candidates share views at forums
Candidates for local political races gathered over the weekend to share their views with the public. Two candidate forums sponsored by The Sanders County Ledger allowed candidates to answer moderated...
State Grange delegates meet in Thompson Falls
Representatives from Montana's 11 Grange traveled to Thompson Falls last week to conduct their annual business. "We're very happy to be in Thompson Falls," said Marilyn Johnson of Kalispell, the...
Our Viewpoint
At its meeting in Thompson Falls on Monday, the city council defeated a proposed ordinance to start licensing cats. The ordinance was proposed after increased complaints of nuisance cats. The council also voted on an ordinance addressing...
A game for the ages
To the editor, On Oct. 5, 2018 at Deer Lodge, Thompson Falls’ football game against Deer Lodge was one of the best games I have ever seen. And I have seen a few. The Blue Hawks got off to a slow start and we were down 26-8 at halftime. There was n...
Volunteers, businesses help in Noxon
Hopefully, the members of the Noxon community have noticed the landscape work being done to the Noxon Emergency Services building. In an effort to make our community more attractive, Noxon Rural Fire District board members Harley Allder and Joel...
We don't need to be perfect
“The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” Attributed to Edmund Burke. I suspect that if we individually, and as a nation, continue to attack the personal lives of other people (which I believe falls under one...
Street Smart
I wrote a column a few weeks ago regarding the Kavanaugh confirmation process that seems to have caused confusion for some readers. I feel compelled to go into more detail regarding how I came to my...
Remember When?
7 YEARS AGO • OCTOBER 13, 1948 PIONEER MATRON PASSES Mrs. Nellie M. Haase Mrs. Nellie M. Haase passed away at St. Patrick’s Hospital in Missoula on Saturday, October 9, 1948. Mrs. Haase was born at Rush Lake, Wisconsin Nov. 7, 1870. Her early life w...
What wakes you up in the morning?
MARIAH CHAVEZ, Thompson Falls –“My dog. Mom brings him in and he gets all over me, licking my face.” CLARK LUNDGREN, Thompson Falls – “I just automatically wake up to do my chores. I let the dogs out (six of them) and feed the horses.” JEFF REMMEL...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulances: Noxon, 3; T. Falls, 7; Plains, 4; H. Springs, 5; Dixon QRU, 1. Sunday, September 30 Arrest made for simple assault during a traffic stop, Plains. Criminal mischief, possible theft at rural T. Falls residence while occupants are out of...
Officer honored for dedication
As a correction to last week's article, one special law enforcement officer was left out of the Law Enforcement Luncheon story. In that article, the DUI Task Force invited law enforcement department...
Justice Court
Montana Highway Patrol Adam Kupka, 31, night speeding, $120. Jimmy McCracken, 42, no liability insurance, 1st offense, $275; careless driving, $45. Jlee Anderson, 20, seatbelt violation, $20. Bruce Piscitello, 48, seatbelt violation, $20. Michael...
Community raises funds for Laws family
Rainy skies didn't stop anyone, it just made for fonder memories as the community came together in support of Lindsay Laws who has recently been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The community...
Elementary students enjoy run for fun in the sun
Thompson Falls Elementary students have been running strong for 20 years. This year students from kindergarten through sixth grade participated in yet another successful fun run of one mile in...
Brooker has experience to lead county
Hello Sanders County! This election season has seen much drama and contention with the discussions of choices to be made among the candidates for the various offices. Here in Sanders County we are fortunate to have one clear and simple choice in our...
Human reaction to traumatic experiences are often out of our control
I am writing in response to Blaine Blackstone’s column from September 27. Specifically, I would like to address misunderstandings perpetuated in Mr. Blackstone’s column around how traumatic experiences are stored and recalled. Mr. Blackstone ref...
Candidate forum provided clear choices for voting on election day
Editor, After attending the Candidate Forum held at the REX Oct. 6, 2018 it is clear that: Paul Fielder will be a superior choice to the current, decade plus, status quo of our County Commission. Paul will bring fresh approach and outlook: pro...
Brooker's service to county appreciated
Years ago, voters in Sanders County passed an initiative that all elected county positions are to be non-partisan. We note that Carol Brooker has been endorsed by members of all major parties. We appreciate Carol Brooker’s service to Sanders C...
Brooker supports local business owners
In his three C-5 Financial Reports through June 20, Paul Fielder reports receiving slightly more than $5,000 for his County Commissioner campaign and spending slightly more than $5,000. But a few details deserve consideration. Sixteen of his 46...
Writer correct in stating that America is a republic
Editor, Kudos and Hats Off to Tony Kimberlin of Libby, Montana, who so correctly pointed out that our United States of America is a republic and not a democracy. His “exact and truthful definitions” need to be re-learned by many citizens of our gre...
Tester has horrible voting record
Jon Tester bought a million-dollar mansion in Washington, D.C. Matt Rosendale bought a ranch home in rural Montana. Jon Tester has supported all of Obama’s nominations for the Supreme Court, but he has opposed ALL of President Trump’s nominees. Tes...
ELECTION 2018: House District 14
NAME: Denley M. Loge EDUCATION: BA Geography FAMILY: Single OCCUPATION: Rancher 1. Do you think the Second Amendment should be repealed? If not, do you think there should be any new gun restrictions?...
