Articles from the December 9, 2021 edition
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Lady Savage Heat tip off with win
The Hot Springs Lady Savage Heat jumped right into the season last weekend at the Ronan Tip-Off Tourney, beating Lincoln on Friday 33-25. “It was a great feeling and a much-needed win,” Coach Richard Jackson said. “The girls have been working hard. T... Full story
CFVH continues to adapt to pandemic
After facing over a year of pandemic, Clark Fork Valley Hospital (CFVH) has had to make a few changes to keep things flowing and to keep up with an ever-changing hospital environment. Some of these...
CHRISTMAS TAKES OVER MAIN STREET
This year the 24th annual Sanders County Historical Society's Gingerbread Contest had fewer houses entered than it has seen in the past, according to Old Jail Museum board member and contest...
Parade inspires holiday spirit
Despite the rain, this year's Christmas on Main Street parade went off without a hitch. The evening started off with hot dogs and hot cocoa that were served and provided by the Men's Prayer Group....
Our Viewpoint
Last week, Thompson Falls resident Robin Hagedorn passed away unexpectedly. Her obituary is on page six and you can read about her life. But what you won't read about is all the little things Robin did to make our community better. Robin was...
Montana Viewpoint
Every once in a while, the public’s attention is drawn to an issue with a name that few people understand and many cannot even pronounce; enter “infrastructure”. Whatever it is, we are now going to spend 1.2 trillion dollars on it in the next few yea...
On public lands
As a native of Sanders County, I spent my youth and much of my time even now roaming our beautiful mountains. When I was younger, I did this on my dirt bike. I camped, hiked, fished, mainly in Thompson River, and generally basked in the beauty of...
Remember When?
13 YEARS AGO NOVEMBER 11, 1936 ORGANIZING FIRE DEPARTMENT Earl Davis has been authorized by the town council to organize and promote a volunteer Fire Department. Monday night a meeting was held in...
Question of the Week
PATRICK WALT, Thompson Falls - “I like artificial trees because you can control the quality, you’re reusing it constantly so it’s more efficient and economical, and you’re not creating garbage out of live trees.” JAMES BEARDEN, Trout Creek - “I love...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulance: T. Falls, 12; Heron, 1; Paradise, 1; Plains, 8; Hot Springs, 6; Dixon, 2; Trout Creek, 2. Monday, November 29 Property damage/criminal mischief, Heron. Animal other, T. Falls. Protection order violation, Hot Springs. Road hazard/blockage,...
Justice Court
Sanders County Sheriff’s Office Jeanie Sampson, 47, driving while suspended, 1st offense; failure to carry proof of insurance, 1st offense. Wilson Noland, 41, speeding in a restricted zone, $55. Shane Lenz, 47, day speeding, $200. Montana Highway P...
In memory of Jim Mershon
A true gentleman, mentor, and community leader in Sanders County passed away recently. James Mershon embodied community spirit, whether it was engaging in public processes, serving in the U.S. Forest Service for an entire career, volunteering for...
Would you stand by?
Hello, Jim Elliott. Your column on Vigilante Justice in The Sanders County Ledger on November 25 was a one-sided viewpoint with no mention of what brought on this vigilantism in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Rioters (and in no way was this peaceful) are lootin...
Commissioners made good choice
Heavens to Betsy, let’s hope that Commissioners Cox and Magera do not give any consideration to the persons who submitted a petition recommending Mr. G. Hinkle for the soon to be vacant post. Their demand to be informed why he, Mr. Hinkle, is not a...
Annual bazaar a holiday success
For over 43 years the biggest Christmas bazaar in the county has been drawing people from Noxon to Hot Springs, and even from across the state. This year, the event filled 56 booths, many of which...
Stroll features crafts, carolers
Community members participated in the stroll down Thompson Falls Main Street Thursday evening, visiting several businesses that stayed open late to offer Christmas themed family activities, such as...
River Roadhouse plans holiday charity drive
River Roadhouse is hosting its first annual Roadhouse Country Christmas Charity Drive on Saturday, December 11, from noon to 3 p.m. Owner Machelle Brossman’s passion for giving back is what helped inspire the creation of the event. “I love being abl...
Robin Jo Hagedorn
Robin Jo Hagedorn, age 73, died unexpectedly on December 1, 2021, at home in Thompson Falls, Montana. Robin was born August 17, 1948, in Renton, Washington, to Juanita V. and Ronald K. Hudson. She... Full story
Linda Lea (Janson) Olson
Linda Lea (Janson) Olson passed away on October 28, 2021, at the age of 77 from complications following joint replacement surgery in Henderson, Nevada. She is survived by her daughter Lisa Lea (Banks)... Full story
Ronnie Dale
Ronnie Dale Stinky Poo Indian Chief Lip Smacker Tribble de da da dha dhe is running all over heaven right now. He was and is the true meaning of love. We dedicated our lives to him. He couldn't eat... Full story
William Carter
William C. “Doc” Carter, son of Felix Carter, died Sunday, November 21, 2021. Arrangements and Obituary can be viewed at Twibell’s Fern Hill Funeral Home, Aberdeen, Washington, www.fernhillfuneral.com.... Full story
Martha Bulger
Mark and Miranda Bulger of Trout Creek welcomed a daughter, Martha Jean Bulger, on November 23, 2021. She weighed 7 pounds and measured 20.25 inches. Martha was born at Cabinet Peaks Medical Center... Full story
Local Giving
Editor’s Note: During this special season of giving, The Ledger and First Security Bank would like to salute all the local nonprofit agencies that provide services to our Sanders County communities. They volunteer time, services, hearts and souls t...
From Thompson Falls, with love
Members of Open Door Baptist Church in Thompson Falls are bringing Christmas cheer to children around the world this year. Operation Christmas Child, affiliated with Samaritan's Purse, is a program...
FWP proposes new, limited elk season
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is looking at a handful of new strategies to better manage elk populations and improve quality hunting opportunities on public lands. FWP will propose these strategies to the Montana Fish and Wildlife C...
