Articles from the October 15, 2020 edition
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Providers mixed on pot proposals
Among the issues on the ballot in November are two initiatives dealing with the recreational use of marijuana. Initiative 190 would legalize the possession and use of limited amounts of marijuana for...
PRAIRIE FIRE
A brush fire burned several acres along Highway 28 between Niarada and Elmo last Tuesday. The fire forced about 10 miles of the road to be closed to all traffic while firefighters responded. The road...
Suspects charged in local murders
Two people are facing charges of deliberate homicide in separate Sanders County incidents that occurred last week. Aaron Eugene McLaughlin of Hot Springs is accused of killing his roommate on the evening of October 7 by blunt force trauma, resulting...
Voters begin casting ballots
Voting is under way for the November 3 general election. Sanders County ballots were mailed last Friday, October 9, and ballots are already being returned to the county election office. Bobbi...
Our Viewpoint
To be honest, having Monday as a holiday was a little inconvenient for some of us. I checked the mail each day looking for my ballot. The anticipation was exciting. It's a little comparable to kids on Christmas morning, or many of us next week when...
Montana Viewpoint
Now that the election season is full upon us, I, like you, have had my mailbox jammed full with large and glossy pieces of light cardboard informing me about the merits and flaws of the various...
'Hypocrisy' typical on both sides
In the October 7 Ledger column by Mr. Blackstone there are several comments I would like to respond to. Kamala Harris made critical statements about Joe Biden during the Democratic debates earlier in the political season. Opposition research in each...
Remember When?
8 YEARS AGO OCTOBER 9, 1940 ON DISPLAY R.D Stockton is quite proud of his potatoes this year. Potatoes all over the valley are unusually large and Mr. Stockton brought us in a couple of fine specimens weighing 2.5 pounds apiece, hard and solid, whic...
Question of the Week
TOM CAMPBELL, Corvallis - “Drain the water system, work on the irrigation, and chop wood.” TAMMY KESSLER, Thompson Falls - “Make sure my firewood is in, that’s the most important. Then I make sure my 4-wheel drive is up to par, and get all my cann...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulance calls: Noxon, 1; T. Falls, 6; Hot Springs, 2; Plains, 3. Monday, October 5 Theft, Trout Creek. Caller states someone drilled 1/4 inch hole in his gas tank and drained his gas, Hot Springs. Intimidation, harassment, Hot Springs. Theft,...
Justice Court
Montana Highway Patrol Rajan Pawar, 30, day speeding, $40. Beverly Carbery, 56, careless driving, $50. Robert Blood, 39, day speeding, $20. Donna McDonald, 82, seatbelt violation, $20. Abel Armitage, 22, speeding in restricted zone, $135 Steven...
Fielder cares about Montanans
Hello Western Montana... This is short and simple! I know Jennifer Fielder personally. She is an honest, hard worker who cares about all of the people of Montana and has our best interests at heart. If you want someone who will fight to keep our...
Organization plans festive event for 20th anniversary
The Cancer Network of Sanders County (CNSC) plans to bring the community a special treat for its “Trick Cancer” themed fundraiser this year. The annual event will take place Friday, Oct. 30, at the Sanders County Fairgrounds pavilion, with the doo...
Elevator a 'life saver' for T. Falls couple
One of the most humbling things for many people as they age is the loss of mobility. For those who live in homes with two stories, the challenges can be many. To remedy this, Nick Marich Jr., from Her...
Something is very wrong
Last week I worked as an election judge to prepare ballots to be mailed. I was aware, typical of this community, poor consistency in the mandate for masks. On Thursday everyone was told to wear masks while in the building because there was someone...
Safety? At what cost?
“Fear is the main source of superstition, and one of the main sources of cruelty. To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom.”- Bertrand Russell Life involves risks; loss, death, sickness and hardships that affect our well-being. As free cit...
Noxon School adapts to COVID-19 protocols
Last month, a new set of Outbreak Response Protocols were released by Gov. Steve Bullock as a response to suspected or positive COVID-19 cases in K-12 schools in Montana. The protocols outline practices that provide more detailed guidance for...
BUNDLE OF BANNERS
Amanda Doughty of Plains helps retrieve some of the 660 American flags on display in Plains to represent the number of veteran suicides in the United States. The display, sponsored by Joint Operation...
Cody Ward
Cody Ward passed away peacefully in his home on the morning of October 9, 2020. He was born in Missoula, Montana on April 4, 1966, to Wes and Ginger Ward of Thompson Falls, Montana. Cody was skilled... Full story
Viola Helen Kraus
February 22, 1931 – September 15, 2020 Viola Helen Kraus was born February 22, 1931 in Marsh, Montana, to her parents, Emanuel Irion and Matilda Schlenz Irion. She was the youngest of twelve children. Viola passed away peacefully in her home in T... Full story
Karen R. Redman
Karen R. Redman, 65, of Anaconda, Montana, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Franklin and Shirley Schwark. She was preceded in death by her brother Wayne.... Full story
Montana voters to decide on ballot requirement issue
Over the past few elections, Montanans have voted to change the rules around medical marijuana, sought to impose a crime victim’s bill of rights and changed how absentee ballots can be collected. All these issues required a specific number of v...
Sandra Jean Hight-Logan
January 25, 1940 – October 3, 2020 Sandra passed away Saturday, October 3 at home in Trout Creek after battling emphysema and COPD for many years. She was a long-time resident of Troy, Montana, and w... Full story
Law enforcement weighs in on legalization issue
This election season, Montanans are voting on a measure that would legalize recreational marijuana. According to some local law enforcement officers, however, it could be a counterproductive approach. According to Lynn Lanzoni, who has worked with a...
John Denver tribute artist to play The Rex
Ted Vigil, a singer, songwriter and John Denver tribute artist, will take a trip down memory lane Saturday, October 24, at the Rex Community Theater in Thompson Falls. With the sound of the legendary...
