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Ringing in a new year and saying farewell to the old one is a ritual celebrated all around the world. Different countries and different cultures all have their own customs when it comes to welcoming a fresh beginning. In America, time is marked by a big ball drop, followed by that highly sought-after midnight kiss. The champagne is flowing and everyone around the country, for a brief moment, is in unison about their promising feelings for the future. The passing of all things old, and welcoming the new, is how everyone defines the coming of a...
Students at Thompson Falls Junior High are getting a unique opportunity this year. A GEAR UP grant has helped fund a drone class being taught by Doree Thilmony. In this class, the students will learn about the physics of flight, engineering components, design, mathematics, science of the drone and how it flies, as well as all forces of flight experience including lift and drag. "It's a great, hands-on learning tool about the physics of flight," Thilmony said. The students are learning on a...
May Bilar-Goen, a professional seamstress, opened May's Stich in Thompson Falls in 2017. While she mainly does alterations for her clients, Bilar-Goen has the talent to repair almost anything that is brought to her. Bilar-Goen has been living in the United States for 22 years but has called Thompson Falls her home for the last three. Her journey started in her home country of the Philippines. At the age of 16, she went to school to become a dress maker. After she graduated, Bilar-Goen went to...
Once again, the Sheriff's Relief Fund is spreading Christmas cheer to families throughout Sanders County. Head coordinator, Theresa Milner, with the Sanders County Sheriff's Office, along with many volunteers, have been busy all week collecting the tree of hearts gifts that were placed around the county for families in need this holiday season. Since this is Milner's 13th year heading up this event. Everything was running smoothly Monday morning as she met with volunteers of the community in...
LANCE HARTSHORN, Hot Springs — “Rudolph, also might be Silent Night.” LEE GRESS, Thompson Falls — “Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer.” JUDY WALTON, Trout Creek — “Silent Night isn’t so great.” KEN MONTOURE, Thompson Falls — “They all make me cringe.” CLIFFORD TRAINER, Thompson Falls — “White Christmas by Bing Crosby.” JAN KELLEY, Thompson Falls — “I saw mommy kissing Santa Claus....
Students from the 7th Day Adventist School gathered at the Whitepine Grange Hall earlier this month to present and compete in their very first toothpick bridge contest. Teacher Maurita Crew said the students could use up to 750 flat toothpicks, and they could use any glue they wanted, "but most chose to use yellow wood glue. The bridges had to span 12 inches and be at least four inches wide. There could only be glue on the joints (where they connected) of the toothpicks." While this is Crew's...
Winter Solstice, the day winter officially begins. This year, solstice arrives on Saturday, Dec. 21, at 9:19 pm, MST, marking the first day of winter for everyone in the Northern Hemisphere. This is the day with the fewest hours of sunlight, and the longest night of the year. In this part of Montana, we will only get about 8 to 8.5 hours of daylight. The solstice occurs on a specific day every single year, twice a year. Once in the Northern Hemisphere (on either Dec. 20 or 21) and once in the Southern Hemisphere (on either June 20 or 21)....
Lace Cookies From: Miriah Kardelis “I love these cookies because of their chewy, caramelized texture. My grandmother had a similar recipe that she used, that was passed down to everyone. Adding some crushed walnuts will give an extra crunch, or even some melted chocolate drizzled on top adds some extra flare.” Ingredients 2 cups oats – rolled oats or quick cooking both work 3 Tbsp flour 3/4 cup white sugar 1/2 cup butter 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a cookie sheet...
There are many precautions we take to keep ourselves warm and safe during the cold winter months, however; there are numerous cold weather dangers that can also impact not only your pet’s safety, but their health as well. Of course, our four-legged family members are covered in fur, but many just aren’t equipped to handle the serious threats that come with the frigid winters in Montana. Not to mention, our pet’s curious noses go into overdrive with all the sweets and savory foods around the home during the holidays. Despite the fact many peopl...
DIANE SCHWEHR, Thompson Falls - “You’re asking the wrong person, I like summer.” KAITLYNN GRIMM, Thompson Falls - “Sledding. The kids love it.” BARRETT GRIMM, Thompson Falls - “Yeah, sledding! Winter is my favorite season because it snows a lot.” CHASITY KEEN, Thompson Falls - “I just enjoy watching my kids sled and play in general.” BOBBY JO FISHER, Trout Creek - “I like going for a drive, or to look for wood, especially when it’s really cold out. If it isn’t cold out, I like to clean up the yard.” MARK HEDAHL, Thompson Falls - “Blow sn...
by Miriah Kardelis Sanders County residents gathered on Saturday at the community center in Thompson Falls for a meet-and-greet with state candidates running in 2020. Sponsored by the Sanders County Democrats, the three candidates (Casey Schreiner, Monica Tranel and John Mues) made their way to Thompson Falls to connect with the residents and share why they are running. Mindy Ferrell, a member of the Sanders County Democrats, announced that each candidate would get 10 to 15 minutes to speak,...
The exalted Geminid meteor shower will be visible this week in our area of Montana; with peak nights on Friday Dec. 13, and Saturday Dec. 14. The Geminids, also known as the twins, are located in the constellation Gemini. This particular shower is considered to be the “best in show” every year, because each individual meteor comes in bright and fast, leaving a long-lasting dust trail in the sky. The Geminid meteors have also been known to appear with a bright, greenish-hue, making this meteor show one to add to the list of all the holiday lig...
Last Friday, members of Trout Creek and the surrounding areas, gathered for their annual community Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Held in front of the Northern Lights building, the tree was set to light up at exactly 5:30 pm. Despite the foggy weather, the community still came to show their support. There were about 35 people who gathered to watch the lights, eat cookies, and partake in the local holiday spirit. Liz Stender, President of the Trout Creek Community Improvement Association (TCCIA), has been leading the lighting ceremony for...
This recipe for easy, no-knead Dutch oven bread may sound too good to be true, but it isn't. Even novice bread makers can master this recipe. With only three ingredients, you don't even need a stand mixer to make this bread. You only need three hours to let the dough rise, not an entire night like some recipes call for. The special cookware you need for this recipe is a Dutch oven, or a large oven-safe (450 degrees) dish with a lid. The results: a perfectly crispy on the outside, airy on the ins...
by Miriah Kardelis A mason jar filled with pre-measured dry ingredients, for oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. An easy, DIY Christmas gift, where all the recipient has to do is add the wet ingredients and bake. Mason Jar Ingredients: 1-quart size mason jar 1-1/2 cups flour 3/4 tsp baking soda 3/4 tsp baking powder 3/4 tsp salt 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon 3/4 cup brown sugar 1/2 cup white sugar 1/2 cup old fashioned oats, uncooked 1 cup chocolate chips How to assemble cookie mixture in the mason jar: Co...
Now that we have made it through Thanksgiving, the real hustle and bustle of the holiday season starts. ‘Tis the season, to receive numerous invitations for all the holiday parties that will be thrown. The holidays are a busy time of the year. Inevitably, this will be the time when social anxiety can creep in and take over. Office parties, friend’s parties, family member’s parties, it can happen anywhere at any time. And dreading a social event, such as a party, is no way to enjoy the holidays. So here are a few tips to help you grace...
Looking for a new active hobby that will get you through the slower months of winter? Pickleball classes have now begun for the season. Instructor, Tina Wheeler, has started teaching pickleball three nights a week to the community. As part of the adult education program sponsored by the Thompson Falls school district, these classes look to engage community involvement by contributing the local people's knowledge and passions and turning that into educational classes open to the public....
December marks one year since the re-opening of the Lonepine General Store. Mother and daughter duo Traci Salmi and Lindsey Heron, along with their close family friend Rae Herman, purchased the Lonepine General Store and the surrounding property a little over a year ago. What started out as a small crafts business called Mimzie's Creations about five years ago has now been cultivated into a local community hub that will continue to grow and develop as the years go on. While the idea to expand...
Located in Lonepine, just off of highway 28, sits a brand-new drive thru coffee stand, called Stomping Grounds Espresso. This coffee stand has only been running since last September, but is already loved by the locals. Co-owners and sisters Susanne Schmiedbauer and Elsa Tunis call this area home. As Hot Springs graduates, the sisters wanted to bring their love and passion for coffee to the locals, and the place they grew up. While Schmiedbauer and Tunis both have barista backgrounds, it was...
SARAH FAIRBANK, Thompson Falls — “My family.” MELISSA TOTZAUER, Trout Creek — “My family, for sure.” MJ YECKLEY, Thompson Falls — “My family, and breathing. I’m 75 years old, so of course breathing.” BETTY ANN YECKLEY, Thompson Falls — “Life itself, and family is very important to me.” SHANE RICHMAN, Washington — “Family.” BOB SINK, Thompson Falls — “My son, his wife and their daughters. The Lions Manor, it’s a wonderful place to live. And my health, it's better just by living in Thompson Falls....
Every year the Sheriff’s Relief Fund works hard to help families and children in the Sanders County community. That work continues this year by providing Christmas gifts and a turkey dinner to families in need. Each year, Christmas trees are placed in local businesses throughout the county. On those trees you will find red and green heart ornaments hanging from the branches. Written on each heart is the age and gender of a child in need this Christmas. Red hearts represent girls ages 1-18 and green hearts boys ages 1-18. For each heart c...
Once again, members of the community gathered at the Community Congregational Church on Sunday to assemble and deliver Thanksgiving baskets to families in the area. Ron Reedy with the Community Congregational Church and one of the lead organizers for the event, started out by welcoming the nearly 50 volunteers, "Welcome to the 2019 turkey basket program." As Reedy gave out instructions and explained the process to everyone gathered around, there was barely standing room and all the volunteers...
On Nov. 9 and Nov. 10, Thompson River Animal Care Shelter (TRACS) headed to the PetSmart in Missoula and Kalispell for the stores’ National Adoption Day events. According to Wanda Thorpe, Operations and Financial Manager of TRACS, 21 dogs and a couple of kittens found their forever homes over the two-day event. “It was a good weekend at the national adoption event. I believe we adopted out 13 dogs on Saturday, and 8 dogs on Sunday.That’s a pretty high number for us on an adoption day,” Thorpe stated. “We really do rely on PetSmart as an adopti...
Brie Crostini with Homemade Cranberry Sauce Serves 10-12 people While there are quite a few options out there for appetizers you can easily grab at the store, you can't beat the taste of homemade. It's even better when that appetizer is easy enough to put together without consuming the better part of your day. That is where the crostini comes in. Similar to bruschetta, this little snack is so versatile, the options for ingredients are endless. A Brie crostini with homemade cranberry sauce looks...
A noxious grass has taken the lead in threatening the destruction of Montana's agriculture. Ventenata (Ventenata dubia) is an aggressive, self-pollinating, annual winter grass; whose growth and sustainability overpowers not only the native vegetation, but other invasive weeds as well. Also known as wiregrass or North African grass, this weed is non-native to Montana, but has the ability to deteriorate the surrounding rangelands, pastures, and wildlands. On Thursday, about 15 ranchers and...
