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The real fireworks waited until after July 4 this year. Sparked by several thunderstorms carrying little precipitation but lots of lightning, over a dozen new forest fires sprang to life in Sanders County the morning of July 7, and several of them grew large quickly. Viewing the larger picture in western Montana and northern Idaho, the local fires are part of a huge wildfire bust which is ongoing across the entire Pacific Northwest and other parts of the country. Recognizing the complexity of...
If you didn't believe it before, believe it now – the wildfire situation in Sanders County is dire. Recognizing the danger presented by additional fire starts when several large fires are already burning in the area (see other story), the Sanders County Commissioners have elected to enact Stage II fire restrictions across the county beginning Saturday, July 17. Under Stage II guidelines, the building, maintaining, attending or using of a fire or campfire is prohibited; smoking, except within a...
For 30 years the Men's Prayer Group has been putting on the Chicken Jamboree, drawing in community members for a day of music, prayer and delicious chicken. "It's a lot of work, but it's worth it; I really enjoy doing this event," said Don Burrell, the man in charge of the Men's Prayer Group and who himself has been organizing the event for over 20 years. The food and music were free to all visitors, though donations were appreciated. The event got help from several other groups, including Reflections Academy and Wood Creek Academy (WCA),...
Three people were transported to Clark Fork Valley Hospital (CFVH) Thursday afternoon after a two-vehicle accident. The incident occurred about 1:15 p.m. Thursday on Highway 200 east of Thompson Falls, near Grocery Surplus, when a dump truck heading west struck the left side of a Thompson Falls ambulance. The ambulance was transporting a life flight patient to CFVH. Thompson Falls Rural First District (TFRFD) and Sanders County Sheriff's Office were dispatched to the scene to sweep up debris...
In June, I celebrated four years of being a business owner. I bought The Ledger in 2017, a month after I turned 37. A friend's mom reminded me then that I had told her in high school one day I was going to come back and buy The Ledger. I always had a dream in the back of my mind of owning a newspaper one day, but I wasn't really ready until all the pieces fell together in 2017. I was the last of Generation X, born in 1980. As I was getting ready to graduate high school, there was no question about whether or not I'd go to college. Cellphones...
Somebody help me out and explain, what, in today’s climate, is not racist? This isn’t intended as a rhetorical question. I’d really be curious to hear an honest, yet logical, answer to that question from one of our so-called “progressive liberals” (I believe these people’s logic is actually regressive but a topic for another column). The news is full of events and circumstances that are referred to as “racist” that I never would have remotely considered. Quite frankly, I don’t see how the peopl...
Slow down. Do we need another dollar store? Probably not. The one we have is quite nice. I hope the residents of this area will continue to support the one we have, and not make a corporation bigger. There used to be approximately four or five ranches east of Thompson Falls, now it looks like Reserve Street in Missoula. It will probably continue to get worse. Dennis Lyght, Thompson Falls...
6 YEARS AGO • JULY 21, 1916 NO SPEEDING WITHIN CITY LIMITS At the regular monthly meeting of the town council held Monday evening a discussion came up regarding the speeding of automobiles through the streets of our town and a resolution was passed that three large signs be ordered and erected, one at the extreme eastern railroad crossing, one at the extreme western railroad crossing and one at the south approach of the county bridge (now the Gallatin Street bridge). These signs will caution all chauffeurs and automobile owners that they m...
Donna Vild, Seattle, Washington - “I would be taking my family, my pets, water, firearms, tent, food, and my Bible.” Ellyonna Vild, Seattle, Washington - “I would bring my pets. And a Bible and a gun.” Allyeska Vild, Seattle, Washington - “I would bring my pets, a few general necessities and a tent. And my Bible and a gun.” Melissa Totzauer, Trout Creek - “I would bring water, clean underwear, my dog and my family.” Breyton Luckow, Pocatello, Idaho - “I would grab my suitcase and my phone.” Peter Rhoades, Trout Creek- “I would bring my Bible,...
Ambulance: Plains, 15; T. Falls, 15; Trout Creek, 1; Hot Springs, 1; Heron, 1; Paradise, 1. Monday, July 5 Fire, T. Falls. Fire, Plains. Harassment/privacy in communications, T. Falls. Motor vehicle crash, Heron. Disturbance, Paradise. Juvenile criminal, Heron. Disturbance, Hot Springs. Civil standby, T. Falls. Fireworks, Plains. Fireworks, Plains. Disturbance, T. Falls. Tuesday, July 6 Fireworks, Plains. Suspicious activity, T. Falls. General animal call or complaint, T. Falls. General animal call or complaints, Plains. Fire, Noxon. Assault,...
Sanders County Sheriff’s Office Christopher McCallum, 56, driving while privilege suspended or revoked, 2nd offense, $585; no liability insurance, 4th or subsequent offense, $525. Justin Mandagvit, 42, night speeding, $20. Stephanie Jewell, 40, day speeding, $20. Jace Beagle, 19, speeding in restricted zone, $55. Monil Shah, 29, speeding in restricted zone, $55. Timothy McKevitt, 33, speeding in restricted zone, $55. Roman Sparks, 18, day speeding, $20. Montana Highway Patrol Kody Carter, 17, seatbelt violation, $20. Kelly Indreland, 46, day s...
by Nils Rosdahl In a dream last night, I relived an event that actually happened in 1954 when I was 9 years old. Consciously, I can't remember much of it, but this is the way it happened in my dream – as if I was watching it in a movie. We lived in Thompson Falls. This late-summer evening, like many others, Dad took me fishing. My interest in fishing was pretty slim, but I often went with Dad. Being the town's only doctor, he didn't often have time to be part of my activities so this was our spe...
Nestled at the base of the Cabinet mountains and quietly tucked away in the remote hills of Trout Creek sits The Shire of Montana, home to the Hobbit House. For lovers of J.R.R Tolkien, the 1,000 square foot house built into the hillside allows fans of "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" to completely immerse themselves into Tolkien's world. Proprietor Steve Michaels has now expanded his love for fairy tales and fantasy by diving into the world of J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter." A tour on...
The Sanders County commissioners met last week with both Sanders County district rangers to discuss the 2021 fire season. According to the Plains/ Thompson Falls District Ranger, Dave Wrobleski, “We are about to head into what could be a potentially significant fire season. Where we are, this early in the year, could play into that.” With over 11 fires already, both rangers spoke to the commissioners about the upcoming threats of such a fire season. Mike Feiger compared it to the one in 2015. Feiger, of the Cabinet Ranger District, said tha...
Mitchell Raymond pleaded guilty to criminal possession of dangerous drugs in 20th District Judicial Court on Tuesday.Raymond was a passenger in a vehicle pulled over in July 2020. He admitted to having knowledge of methamphetamines that were found in the vehicle, which he attempted to hide from the police. His sentencing has been set for August 10. Antonio White Quills was sentenced to 13 months in the Department of Corrections alcohol treatment program on Tuesday, with five years after that suspended. White Quills faced a sixth driving under...
Dorothy Mae (Laws) Mummey, 78, passed away in Spokane, Washington, on Monday, June 14, 2021. Dorothy joined the family of Frank and Mabel (Nelson) Laws on December 17, 1942, in Missoula, Montana, as the youngest of seven children. The family lived in Greenough until Dorothy was about 5 months old when they moved to Trout Creek. Growing up in the Trout Creek area, Dorothy attended Trout Creek grade school and then Noxon High School. She excelled in office skills and was the acting school...
Noreen Margaret Cuskelly Austin was born on June 22, 1936, in Killdeer, North Dakota, to Eva Marie Kaufman Cuskelly and Timothy Phillip Cuskelly. She was raised with siblings Irene, Pat, Dot (Dorothy), Jimmy and Rosemary in the Killdeer area. Noreen attended college in Dickinson, North Dakota, earning a teaching degree. She loved children and chose her career to facilitate that love. After moving to Glasgow to start her new teaching career at Glasgow South Side School, she met her lifetime...
Eric James Briggs passed away Oct. 12, 2020. He was born July 15, 1988. Eric is survived by his parents, Dan and Vonn Briggs of Thompson Falls, and brother Danny Briggs of Arizona....
Abigail Dellinger and Drew Simkins welcomed a daughter, Evelyn Alice Simkins, on June 17 at Clark Fork Valley Hospital. She was born weighing 7 pounds, 11 ounces and measuring 21 inches long. She joins sibling Emric, 2. Maternal grandparents are Shann and Tiffany Dellinger. Paternal grandparent is Syleena Simkins. Welcome, Evelyn!...
Gabrielle and Adam Bache of Plains welcomed a son, Briggs Matthew Bache, on June 15 at Clark Fork Valley Hospital. Briggs measured 19.5 inches long and weighed 8 pounds, 3.9 ounces. He joins a brother, Rafe. Maternal grandparents are Jim and Robin Hamilton of Novi, Michigan. Paternal grandparents are Joe and LeeAnn Bache of Libby. Welcome, Briggs!...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is seeking individuals to serve on its Region 1 (northwest Montana) Citizen Advisory Council (CAC). The purpose of the CAC is to advise FWP on various regional and statewide issues, programs and policies; help identify areas in which the department can be more effective; help identify emerging trends and resolve conflicts; and offer insight and guidance from members’ own experiences and community. The CAC members will act as ambassadors to various interest groups and help establish communication between t...
Sanders County Commissioners met with the Sanders County Community Housing Organization, Inc. (SCCHO) to discuss the possibility of using American Relief Protection Act (ARPA) funds to help put in affordable housing. These funds are part of a nationwide effort to limit the economic effects of COVID-19. Numerous states, counties and cities are eligible to apply for these ARPA funds. Sanders County is currently slated to receive several million dollars through ARPA. With that kind of money coming into the county, the commissioners are looking...
The Rex Community Theater in Thompson Falls is getting a new roof. According to Deb Wilson, the roof has been leaking for quite a while. They have awarded the contract to a local company and were given a total of $15,000 to fix the damages. “A new roof allows us to start working on the back of the theater which needs a lot of love after years of water damage,” Wilson said. Work needed in the back of the theater includes plumbing, electrical, new insulation and drywall. “As well as everything else that comes with a full remodel, including the ki...
Employers and job seekers will have an opportunity to connect at a job fair coming up later this morning. Thompson Falls Chamber of Commerce and Job Service Thompson Falls present the Clark Fork Valley Job Fair on Thursday, July 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The job fair will be held in the Thompson Falls High School gymnasium. Bonnie Haun and Ashley Fredrickson with Job Service Thompson Falls reported recently that their office at times this year has listed more than 100 job openings in Sanders County. They agreed that now is a great time to...
The Trout Creek Farmers Market kicked off last Wednesday with an assortment of vendors. Booths featured homemade jellies and artwork, and the Trout Creek Adventist School offered baked goods and produce. The market is open 4-6 p.m. Wednesdays at the Trout Creek Park....
