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The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and Frontier West have substantially completed work on the Flathead River – Perma Bridge project. The goal of this project was to rehabilitate the bridge that carries Secondary Highway 382 traffic over the Flathead River near Perma. Traffic control has been removed over the bridge. Crews will return later this summer to complete minor tasks and apply final pavement markings. Traffic control will be in place while this final work takes place. Travelers should expect intermittent single-lane t...
Ambulance: Plains, 10; Hot Springs, 6; T. Falls, 5; Trout Creek, 4; Heron, 3; Noxon, 2; Dixon, 2; Lonepine, 1. Monday, July 1 General animal call/complaint, Plains. Trespass, T. Falls. Welfare check, Heron. Property damage/criminal mischief, Plains. Parking problem, Plains. Inmate transport, Plains. Assist miscellaneous, T. Falls. Livestock, Hot Springs. Fireworks, Plains. Disturbance, Dixon. Tuesday, July 2 Business contact, T. Falls. Assist other agency, Dixon. Theft, Plains. Animal other, T. Falls. Inmate transport, T. Falls. Theft, Trout Cr...
Montana Highway Patrol Corey Franck, 38, seatbelt violation, $20. Tiffany Collier, 35, violation in a construction zone, $105. Daniel Hoffman, 41, speeding in a restricted zone, $95. Eugene Lutz, 72, speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Holly Warner, 48, speeding in a restricted zone, $95. Kendra Henning, 27, violation in a construction zone, $75. Sanders County Sheriff’s Office John Hotchkiss, 35, criminal trespass to property, $185; operating without liability insurance in effect, 4th or subsequent offense, $525, 5 days jail with credit for 2...
Nicholas Robert Smalley made his initial appearance before Judge Molly Owen on Tuesday, entering a not guilty plea to a new felony charge of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol and misdemeanor charges of driving while license suspended and unlawful possession of alcoholic beverage container in motor vehicle. Judge Owen set this matter for an arraignment on July 23, after discussion between the parties regarding a potential global resolution following a revocation also being filed in Missoula County. As alleged in the filed...
HELENA – As boaters and other water recreationists gear up for the summer, they need to follow the rules to prevent aquatic invasive species from affecting Montana’s waters. Those rules include: All boats must stop at all open watercraft inspection stations they encounter including canoes, kayaks and paddleboards. Failure to do so could result in a fine of up to $500. Always be sure to clean, drain and dry your boat. All watercraft entering Montana are required to be inspected for aquatic invasive species. An inspection is required before laun...
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking up to 12 people to serve on a statewide River Recreation Advisory Council. The River Recreation Advisory Council’s purpose is to develop a set of recommendations for managing river recreation in Montana and administering the use of water-related activities. The focus area extends to department lands and water bodies that are restricted under the authority of FWP. This includes recreation use on and along the water way, including fishing access sites. Montana boasts an abundance of publicly acc...
When Ryan Davis came to Thompson Falls from Alberta, Canada, two years ago, he saw one thing missing, a burger truck. So he got together with a friend and built one. Main St. Burger opened this month at 709 Main Street in Thompson Falls, offering a variety of smash burgers, sandwiches, and fresh-cut french fries. "The real dream is a big restaurant overlooking the beautiful water, serving not only burgers but hot dogs too," he said. However, he wanted to test the waters with a truck and gain...
The American Legion of Montana recognized the fire chief of the Plains-Paradise Rural Fire District for his firefighting efforts in Paradise. Steve Rogue, commander of American Legion Post 152 in Thompson Falls, presented James Russell with the American Legion Montana Firefighter of the Year Award at Fred Young Park during the Independence Day celebration. Legion District Commander Bob Lehman of Post 137 at Kalispell read the citation that accompanied the award. Lehman said that Russell was one...
Nearly 80 people gathered at the old brick schoolhouse for the Fourth Annual Paradise Alumni Reunion Friday and Saturday to talk of old times and look at themselves through lenses of the past. "I've asked many and there is no doubt that the Paradise alumni have a special bond to the former school building," said Dave Colyer, the primary coordinator for school reunion. Between 15-20 former students and their families attended the reunion on Friday, fewer than last year, but more showed up on...
There's a new voice in Sanders County and it can be heard on the airwaves circulating from Plains. Raf Viniard of Plains created Clark Fork River Radio Station as Internet station CFRR on FM 91.9 located in a separate studio building at his Plains residence. "It has no call letter assigned for FM yet, as we are still brand new and operating under construction license," said Viniard, who added that the station was actually "born" at the end of February, but they just completed the Beta test on Ju...
Montana Highway Patrol Calista Drake-Snyder, 26, failure to carry/exhibit proof of insurance in vehicle, 1st offense, $85; driving without a valid driver’s license, $85. Bryndal Moore, 38, seatbelt violation, $20. Dell Jones, 63, failure to carry/exhibit proof of insurance in vehicle, 1st offense, $285; seatbelt violation, $20. Willard Kelly, 83, speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Joel Varland, 57, speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Jennifer Killorn, 46, violation in a construction zone, $105. Daniel Castillo, 74, failure to obey red (stop) t...
Ambulance: Plains, 7; T. Falls, 6; Trout Creek, 1; Paradise, 1; Hot Springs, 1; Heron, 1. Monday, June 24 Inmate transport, T. Falls. USFS campground check, T. Falls. Civil served, Trout Creek. USFS campground check, T. Falls. Motor vehicle crash, Trout Creek. USFS campground check, T. Falls. Civil standby, Plains. Intimidation/harassment, Plains. Request for welfare check, T. Falls. Theft, T. Falls. Intimidation/harassment, Plains. Theft, Plains. Trespass, Trout Creek. Other law violations, T. Falls. Welfare check, Hot Springs. Body found/coro...
Appearing before Judge John Mercer on Tuesday, Michael Ellis McBride entered his general denials to allegations that he violated the terms of his probation. McBride allegedly admitted to using methamphetamine and absconded from supervision for 413 days, according to the filed affidavit in support of the revocation. McBride was on probation for charges of burglary, theft, and bail jumping, for which he was sentenced in 2010. Judge Mercer set this matter for a hearing on the merits on July 16, 2024....
A group of 4-H kids are getting a jump on this year's showmanship competition by getting tips on how to properly present their sheep and goats at the Sanders County Fair. Juli Thurston and Raelyn Cox taught eight 4-H'ers the proper way of showing their animals at the fairgrounds last Tuesday evening. This was the first time they've held a goat showmanship clinic and though they've had clinics for sheep, it's normally held at a private residence, according to Thurston, who heads the 4-H program i...
Sanders County will take over the Hot Springs refuse site next month. The decision comes after the Hot Springs Refuse District voted in May to have the county take over the site and the county commissioners unanimously voted last week to take over the site. “I thinks it’s very positive for the community of Hot Springs,” Commissioner John Holland said. “It takes the pressure off of Hot Springs with having to make do with what they could afford and the county can offer more flexibility financially if something comes up.” Holland also said that...
Montana Highway Patrol Randy McReynolds, 35, unlawful possession of marijuana/products/paraphernalia in vehicle on highway, $75; failure to carry/exhibit proof of insurance in vehicle, 1st offense, $285. Timothy Dudley, 54, day speeding, $70. Oscar Perez, 42, failure to carry/exhibit proof of insurance in vehicle, 1st offense, $285; speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Sandra Berge, 70, speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Alfred Gaitan, Jr., 51, speeding in a restricted zone, $65. Trever Harris, 23, day speeding, $20. Mark Rhinehart, 47,...
Ambulance: Plains, 11; T. Falls, 7; Hot Springs, 7; Heron, 3; Dixon, 2; Trout Creek, 2. Monday, June 17 Animal other, Plains. Business contact, Hot Springs. Security check, T. Falls. Civil served, T. Falls. Theft, Hot Springs. Business contact. Protection order violation, Noxon. Disturbance, Hot Springs. USFS campground check, T. Falls. USFS campground check, T. Falls. Civil attempts. Business contact, Plains. Business contact, Hot Springs. Tuesday, June 18 Animal other, Plains. Civil served. Suspicious activity, Plains. Welfare check, Dixon....
The Plains Town Council held a special meeting Friday to discuss the contract for the town's new well, which will be located at the corner of Kruger Road and Upper Lynch Creek Road. Cold Water Drilling and Pumps out of Arlee was awarded the contract for $79,030. The town approved the 180-page contract, which was looked over by Loren Fitzpatrick, the town attorney, and Shari Johnson, the town's contract engineer. Mayor Joel Banham said the contract doesn't state the exact starting date, but he...
What is the secret to a long life? "Being born and raised in Montana, especially Paradise," according to Betty Meyer, who celebrated her 100th birthday on Saturday. Five generations of family members joined the community in celebrating Meyer turning 100 on June 12. The event Saturday at the Paradise Center was filled with surprises and honors for Meyer. Family members came from as far as Colorado, Louisiana, California, Washington and British Columbia. After guests greeted Meyer and the party...
The Sanders County Pilots Association (SCPA) hosted their annual fly-in Saturday at the Thompson Falls Airport. More than 100 community members turned out to observe the planes, enjoy a pancake breakfast and even take a ride in an airplane. While the weather wasn't the best for flying on Saturday, nearly a dozen pilots braved the late spring storms to attend the Thompson Falls event. Another dozen volunteers helped run activities and cook breakfast. "I thought it went very well," said SCPA...
Residents are concerned over jet boat activity on Bull River west of Noxon. Though the activity is legal, one resident said allowing jet boats on the river is bad for the shoreline. On June 2, Paul Overman of Noxon witnessed five small two-seat jet boats go by his property on the Bull River. “We own a mile of shoreline and we’re in the process right now of trying to get permits for bank restoration,” Overman stated. “We’re losing our bank to natural causes, but the jet boats really wreak havoc on our shoreline. The Bull River isn’t a rocky, cl...
As the process to revise the plan for the Lolo National Forest (LNF) continues, Forest Service employees have conducted information gathering meetings throughout the region. Last week, LNF held a public meeting regarding the plan in Thompson Falls. Prior to the meeting in the elementary school cafeteria last Wednesday, LNF had received 1,400 comments regarding land use. A new interactive web map was provided to allow exploration of the plan revision proposed action, including a fact sheet. This information gave participants the chance to...
Ambulance: T. Falls, 10; Plains, 7; Hot Springs, 6; Trout Creek, 4; Paradise, 2; Camas Prairie, 1; Noxon, 1. Monday, June 10 Assist other agency, Camas Prairie. Threats, Hot Springs. Intoxicated driver report, T. Falls. Motor vehicle crash, Hot Springs. Motor vehicle crash, Plains. USFS campground check. USFS campground check, Noxon. USFS campground check, Trout Creek. Trespass, Trout Creek. USFS campground check, Trout Creek. USFS campground check, Trout Creek. General animal call/complaint, T. Falls. Assist other agency, Noxon. Protection...
Montana Highway Patrol Amanda Allen, 35, seatbelt violation, $20; failure to carry/exhibit proof of insurance in vehicle, 1st offense, $285; speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Wes Tikka, 18, day speeding, $20. Joseph Butterhof, 62, seatbelt violation, $20. Marion Kopp, 78, improper passing - crowding overtaken vehicle, $85. Leah McConnell, 29, speeding in a restricted zone, $75. James Sjoblom, 63, day speeding, $20. Jodi Smith, 54, speeding in a restricted zone, $95. Marilyn McCormick, 60, speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Joshua Stateham,...
Appearing before Judge John Mercer on Tuesday, Benjamin Winkler entered his general denials to allegations brought forth by Probation and Parole regarding a revocation of his probation. Judge Mercer set this matter for a hearing on the merits on August 20, 2024. According to the affidavit filed in support of the petition to revoke, in violation of his conditions of probation, Winkler was allegedly in possession of child pornography, hasn’t completed the court ordered sex offender treatment, and attended an event where children were present a...
