Articles from the October 22, 2020 edition
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Plains school breaks ground on expansion
As part of its goal to continuously improve the lives of its students and campus, the Plains school system held a ceremony Monday afternoon to break ground for their new multiple-use building. The...
Fire destroys TF business
A Thompson Falls business was destroyed in a fire last Saturday. First responders received a call about 11 p.m. Saturday that Genki Asian Cafe on Main Street was engulfed in flames. According to Neil...
One-third of ballots turned in
More than a third of Sanders County voters have cast their ballots with less than two weeks to go before the Nov. 3 general election. County Election Administrator Nichol Scribner said that 2,773 ballots had been accepted as of Tuesday afternoon....
Eggensperger honored for commitment to healthcare
The Montana Hospital Association (MHA) has named Bina Eggensperger of Thompson Falls as the association's 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award honoree. "Bina has invested in healthcare in various ways for...
Our Viewpoint
I recently spent some time with a law enforcement officer from another Montana county. We had a great discussion about the state of the country and how current events are affecting law enforcement. She said that lately, residents have been bringing a...
Street Smart
I have a difficult confession to make. In 2016, I was very reluctant to vote for Donald Trump. However, when it came to ‘crunch time’ I ended up voting for him more because of the two things he was...
Transparency might help
I can understand the right to anonymity when it comes to a person's privacy, like health issues. However, I do not agree with an apparent refusal by the county to let the public know which areas within the county where the (increasing) COVID-19...
Investigate the truth
I seldom write a letter to the editor, but that must change. I am addressing this to the population at large and especially to Hannah Hernandez of Troy. For several weeks Ms. Hernandez put an ad in the Ledger regarding the Fielder’s. I hope it is n...
Remember When?
HOWARD R. & SYLVIA M. (GRANT) SAINT From Pioneers and Early Settlers of Thompson Falls Howard Robert 'Bob' Saint was born February 16, 1914, the son of Ben & Laura Fern (Fulk) Saint. Sylvia was born...
Question of the Week
DEB CHEETHAM, Thompson Falls - “Jaws.” JAMIE GIDDINGS, Plains - “The Blair Witch Project, because it was so horrible that it’s great.” MAKAYLA MACNAIR, Plains - “It Chapter Two.” MICHAEL MACNAIR, Plains - “I don’t have a favorite, because I’ve seen...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulance calls: Plains, 10; Hot Springs, 2; T. Falls, 5; Dixon, 2; Trout Creek, 3; Paradise, 1. Monday, October 12 Animal other, T. Falls. Informational case, Hot Springs. Road hazard/blockage, Plains. Theft, Plains. Harassment/privacy in...
Justice Court
Sanders County Sheriff’s Office Deborah Smith, 42, day speeding, $90. Nicholas Bulgar, 40, driving while privilege suspended, $285. Theresa Miner, 52, partner or family member assault, 1st offense, $235. Angela Salmela, 40, night speeding, $20. S...
Grange looking for help
The Whitepine Grange is in need of a new roof before the winter weather sets in. In hopes of raising $5,000, A GoFundMe campaign has been set up by grange volunteer Jan Manning. "That's the minimum bi...
A FINAL FAREWELL
The cold weather couldn't keep the community from gathering Saturday afternoon to pay their respects to Cody Ward of Thompson Falls, who passed away unexpectedly on October 9. Main Street in Thompson...
Magone demonstrates family values
Now, with ballots in hand it’s up to us to make some decisions. One choice I’d encourage you to make is Diane Magone for Senate District 7. As an energetic, community-minded citizen, Diane has shown her commitment to improving the economy — her f...
Firefighters support Tranel
As former wildland firefighters, we learned what’s required to take on complex and difficult tasks. We learned that when the going gets tough, there’s no substitute for hard work, experience, and clear thinking. We know that excellent leaders con...
Stough a new perspective
Veterans and Spouses – You know this: Military training instills a distinct attitude for honor, service and reliability for the country. Chris Stough has this and more. As a commissioner, Chris will bring a new perspective to the Sanders County C...
Orville Bjorge
HOT SPRINGS - On Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, 10th Mountain Infantry Division, WWII veteran, Orville Bjorge climbed his last ridge and crossed his last valley, (Psalm 23), into the loving arms of his...
Harold (Hal) Clayton Durham Vosen
Harold (Hal) Clayton Durham Vosen, 1940-2020 Hal Vosen passed from this world after a brief illness compounded by a fall which injured his neck and spinal cord. A memorial service is scheduled for...
James Edward Atkins
James Edward Atkins born June 4,1934 a retired Air Force Vietnam veteran, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2020. He is survived by three daughters Brenda (Dave) Boysun of Vida, Montana, Kim (Gary)...
Noxon bridge project open house scheduled
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is in the early stages of evaluating the Highway 200 bridge located two miles south of Noxon over the Montana Rail Link tracks. MDT is inviting the public to an online open house and live question and...
Hit the trail for Halloween fun
This year's Trick or Treat, Move Your Feet will be Thompson Falls Community Trail Committee’s third annual 5K run and one-mile fun run/walk. Thompson Falls Community Trails (TFCT) asks interested parties to mark their calendar for Saturday, October 3...
CLIMBING COLORS
NorthWestern Energy's Power Park in Thompson Falls overflows with the colors of fall. Send your fall photos to [email protected] or post them on our Facebook page....
CFVH reaches out with health fair
Keeping people healthy is key to the Clark Fork Valley Hospital, even at a health fair, which is why organizers took special precautions at last week's annual event held at the VFW in Plains. The...
BIRDS OF A FEATHER
A Clark's Nutcracker popped in to make new friends in photographer Linda Elliott's yard recently. The Clark's Nutcracker uses its long, sharp bill to dig into pine cones and extract the...
