Articles from the December 10, 2020 edition
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HOLIDAY SPIRIT
It was beginning to look like Christmas in Thompson Falls last week as the annual Christmas on Main Street events inspired holiday spirit throughout town. The Thompson Falls Chamber of Commerce...
VFW retires flags during ceremony
In 1942 the first American code for flag etiquette was nationalized, however, prior to flag day several years earlier, in 1923, there were no guidelines of any kind generally recognized by the states...
Rail Authority asks county for support
The Sanders County Commissioners held a public meeting last Thursday to discuss a proposed contribution from Sanders County to the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority. Earlier this month it was announced that 12 Montana counties, including Sanders...
Sweet creations adorn contest
Beautiful homes, trains, ornate churches, a toy shop and Christmas gifts all made of one of America's favorite holiday treat - gingerbread! The Christmas season simply wouldn't be complete without...
Our Viewpoint
This holiday season, similar to this whole year, looks a little different. We gathered at safe distances last week for Christmas on Main Street festivities in Thompson Falls. Now begins the final preparations for Christmas. The large gatherings and...
Montana Viewpoint
Political courage on the Republican side of the political spectrum seems to be blooming in state legislatures and the offices of state and local election officials, but it is scarce in Congress. It’s...
Hedahl a great choice
What a wonderful choice to lead the parade! If you'd asked me for a nomination, I'd have been hard pressed to come up with anyone, but as soon as I read Diane Hedahl, I thought “how perfect”. She's been part of so many things worthy of rec...
Headline was misleading
I want to thank Mariah Kardelis for the well-written article on the sale of lands historically owned by Anaconda Company, Champion International, Weyerhaeuser and Southern Pine Plantations, to the Green Diamond Resource Company. (Sanders County...
Remember When
7 YEARS AGO NOVEMBER 29, 1950 OUR PROBLEMS ARE MANY We heard a number of local citizens gripe because an N.P. freight blocked all three crossings in the town for at least half an hour Tuesday...
Question of the Week
WENDY DOSSANTOS, Noxon - “I believe being a patriotic person means being one that believes in the best for your country and the best for the citizens of the country.” LEE GRESS, Thompson Falls - “Standing behind your country and your presi...
Sheriff's Log
Ambulance: Trout Creek, 4; Plains, 9; T. Falls, 7; Hot Springs, 3; Dixon, 1; Noxon, 2 Sunday, November 29 Threats, T. Falls. Informational case, Noxon. Business contact, T. Falls. Animal other, Plains. Informational case, Noxon. Monday, November 30...
Justice Court
Sanders County Sheriff’s Office Robert Thompson, 37, driving while suspended, 2nd offense, $335, 19 days in jail; operating without insurance, 4th or subsequent offense, $275, 10 days in jail; seatbelt violation, $20. Robert Thompson, 37, PFMA, 1...
Defendant pleads not guilty
Defendant Daniel Haslage made his initial appearance in 20th District Judicial Court on Tuesday, entering a not guilty plea to felony criminal endangerment. Judge James Manley set Haslage’s trial date for April 26, 2021. According to charging d...
School works to stay open
Consistency and working to stay open during the pandemic were the goals discussed by the Thompson Falls School Board at Monday’s meeting. Superintendent Bud Scully detailed improvements at the school buildings using COVID-19 funding, including t...
Noxon/Bull River Weather
Unlike October, November was close to average, both in temperatures and precipitation. Very different from the record November of 1985, when the temperature dropped to a record 10 below zero and 17 days when the temperature never got above freezing...
David Lee Beireis
David Lee Beireis, age 68 passed away on November 29, 2020, with his beloved wife and brother-in-law at his side. David was born in Bellfountain, Ohio to Emory and Marianna Beireis, the second of... Full story
Honor Roll
Students on the Thompson Falls Junior High first-quarter honor roll included: 7th grade Annalise Fairbank, Gabrielle Hannum, Solveig Nygaard, Addison Pardee, Peyton Pate, Taylor Saner 8th grade Isabella Buchanan, Ashton Childers, Braedon Ferris,...
IN MEMORY OF TOBY
Trevis Bachmann was in Thompson Falls visiting his parents, Kent and Carlene, this month. It was the first time he had seen them in five years. But his trip had an important purpose. It was also the...
Main Street grants available
The Montana Department of Commerce has announced that starting December 8 the Montana Main Street Program grant cycle will be open and accepting applications. “Montana’s Main Streets are vital to the strength and resiliency of our local eco...
Add cheer to your mailed gifts
Getting your gifts in the mail in time for the holidays is an accomplishment in itself; but the majority of us will be mailing all of our gifts this year instead of being able to deliver them in person. It’s no secret we are all in need of a l...
SHINING BRIGHT
The moon peeks from behind clouds to shine on the Christmas tree of lights at the Sanders County Fairgrounds. The light display is open nightly for community members to drive through at the...
CFVH discusses COVID-19 with sports in mind
Sports during the COVID-19 pandemic have proven challenging at all levels. What happens in Montana this winter, as all major sports turn to the indoors, could be interesting to watch – or it could a...
CWD study results still coming in
HELENA – With general big game season over in Montana, the primary surveillance effort for chronic wasting disease is complete, although results are still coming in. From July 1 through Dec. 3, testing has detected 134 positive cases so far. M...
Bowling Scores
THOMPSON FALLS MONDAY NITE GALS W L Dolls with Balls 23.5 16.5 Talk of the Town 23 17 Dangerous Dames 21 19 Rock’n Bowl 19 21 Nascar Freaks 16.5 23.5 Balls to the Wall 16 24 Team Scr. Game: Dolls with Balls, 463; Scr. Series: Dolls with Balls, 1...
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...
