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A Senator from Trout Creek has a new position within the state. Governor Greg Gianforte last week announced the appointment of Bob Brown of Trout Creek to serve as lottery director for the State of Montana. Brown was first elected to serve Montana in the state legislature in 2015, serving consecutive terms in the Montana House of Representatives until 2019. He was elected to the Montana State Senate in 2021. “It’s very interesting and I’m learning a lot,” Brown said Monday, his first day in his new position. “It’s going to be great.” He...
Appearing for his initial appearance, William Lucas Wyatt entered not guilty pleas in court on Tuesday to felony charges of burglary and tampering with or fabricating physical evidence, stemming from a break-in at the Top Shelf Botanicals dispensary in Plains. Judge Deborah Kim Christopher set this matter for a jury trial on July 15, 2024. Co-defendant McKenzie Allen Managhan also appeared for an initial appearance on a felony charge of burglary by accountability, in relation to the same incident. Managhan's jury trial was set for July 15, 204...
Ambulance: Plains, 12; T. Falls, 4; Hot Springs, 4; Trout Creek, 2; Dixon, 2; Heron, 1; Noxon, 1. Monday, February 26 Assist motorist/citizen, Heron. Road hazard/debris on road, Plains. Motor vehicle crash, Plains. Trespass, Dixon. Warrant service, Hot Springs. Civil standby, T. Falls. Property damage/criminal mischief, Plains. Burglary, Plains. Fire, Plains. Civil standby, T. Falls. Road hazard/blockage, Hot Springs. Child welfare/abuse. Parking problem, Plains. General animal call/complaint, T. Falls. Warrant service, Trout Creek. Threats, Ho...
Montana Highway Patrol Michael Watson, 57, seatbelt violation, $20. Orval Johnson, 21, day speeding, $20. Brad Klinge, 56, seatbelt violation, $20. Robert Malin, 63, failure to carry proof of insurance, 1st offense, $85; seatbelt violation, $20. Jonathan Chasten, 18, day speeding, $120. Brigand Kline, 51, speeding in a restricted zone, $95. Scott Wood, 65, speeding in a restricted zone, $85. Katherine Bradshaw, 30, speeding in a restricted zone, $85, deferred imposition of sentence. Beene Smyley, 62, speeding in a restricted zone, $95. Wayne...
Clark Fork Valley Hospital in Plains is one of the first hospitals in Montana to have a state of the art Olympus diagnostic screening machine. This machine is used for endoscopies in upper gastrointestinal (GI) screenings and colonoscopies. The colon can be seen from a camera on the tube that can turn nearly 360 degrees. This is more viewing range than older models, according to Lisa Eberhardt, Chief Nursing Officer at CFVH.. “The doctor can see light source variations in different tissues and c...
The Hot Springs School District is facing budgeting issues with cuts in staff and activities looming. Hot Springs Schools Superintendent Gerald Chouinard said discussions have been in progress for the last four weeks with the Hot Springs Education Association. The committee has reviewed the district's finances to address the budget projected for the 24-25 school year. "The cuts will total over $300,000," Chouinard said. The factors that are key to possibly regaining the budget will be the final student count and the May levy outcome, which...
The town of Noxon suffered a devastating loss on Tuesday when a fire destroyed several businesses. Fire crews responded to an early-morning fire Tuesday in the 700 block of Noxon Avenue that destroyed several buildings. The fire, which officials said Tuesday appears to have started at the Angry Beaver General Store, also destroyed Toby's Tavern and the Noxon Mercantile and Cafe. Along with the Noxon Fire Department, Heron Fire, and Trout Creek Rural Fire responded to the blaze, and a...
Nearly 100 people attended a public meeting Saturday at Noxon School to hear an update about the investigation into the fire that destroyed three businesses in the community earlier this week. Noxon Fire Chief Jim Byler called the meeting in the school multi-purpose room in order to address rumors. "This meeting was to ease minds about arson," he explained. He said he has been watching social media and "everybody needs to get along, calm down and let the investigators do their job." Byler said...
A semi truck hauling potting soil wrecked last Thursday morning near mile marker 9 on Highway 28. Hot Springs Fire and Ambulance responded. The Sanders County Sheriff's Office said there were no injuries to the driver and no road blockages. Several bags were scattered alongside the road. Amy Gray with the Hot Springs Fire Department said that the semi was heading toward Hot Springs when the driver encountered icy road conditions causing the truck to jack-knife. "Luckily the driver was fine and...
With just under two weeks left in the filing period for 2024 county elections, there are no contested races in Sanders County. This year, voters will cast ballots for five county elected officials, including Commissioner District 1, Clerk of District Court, County Attorney, County Coroner and the combined position of County Clerk and Recorder, Treasurer and Superintendent of Schools. As of Tuesday, only one candidate has filed for each position. Dan Rowan has filed for the commissioner seat he now holds, Clerk of District Court Cynthia Neste...
After a three-day jury trial last week, a panel of jurors found Joshua Michael Dodson not guilty of two felony counts of assault with a weapon and strangulation of a partner or family member, but found Dodson guilty of a felony count of criminal endangerment and one misdemeanor count of partner or family member assault, 1st offense. Dodson had stood accused of an altercation with a female partner during an argument that allegedly led to Dodson physically assaulting her and threatening to burn down the camper she lived in. Judge Deborah Kim...
Coming before the court for his initial appearance, Jesse James Motes pled not guilty to a felony count of aggravated assault on Tuesday. Judge Molly Owen set this case for a jury trial on August 28, 2024. As alleged in the charging documents, on October 12, 2023, Hot Springs Police Chief Robyn Largent was dispatched to the Creekside Apartments regarding a report of an assault. Upon arriving at the location, Chief Largent noted injuries on the alleged victim, who was visibly upset and initially didn’t want to talk. Chief Largent was able to s...
Ambulance: Plains, 12; T. Falls, 8; Hot Springs, 1; Trout Creek, 1; Noxon, 1; Monday, February 19 Parking problem, T. Falls. Suspicious activity, report of being drugged by friend, Perma. Inmate transport, T. Falls. Civil attempts, Unknown. Inmate transportation, T.Falls. Civil attempts, Unknown. Business contact, T. Falls. Road hazard/blockage, Plains. Other law violations, T. Falls. Tuesday, February 20 General Animal Call or Complaint, Hot Springs Nuisance Complaints, Fake hundred dollar bill passed to business between Friday and Saturday....
Sanders County Attorney Seth Keller-Keith, 32, criminal mischief, $135; disorderly conduct, 1st offense, $75; Criminal trespass, $75, 6 months jail. Sanders County Sheriff’s Office Andrew Vargas, 65, operating without liability insurance, 1st offense, $85. Mathew Howell, fail to carry/display registration, $45; owner permitting operation of vehicle without liability insurance, 1st offense, $75. Samantha McCarthy, 26, day speeding, $20. Mayme Ercanbrack, 44, speeding in restricted zone, $55. Eric Dillard, 43, driving without a valid d...
Embark on a captivating journey into the untamed wilderness with PBS Special, “Wolverine: Chasing the Phantom.” Join Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness and Wild Montana for a free film showing that delves into the elusive world of the wolverine, a creature that has long captured the imagination of nature enthusiasts and wildlife aficionados alike. The film will be shown Saturday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. at the Rex Theater in Thompson Falls. Wildlife filmmaker Steve Kroschel has spent 25 years with wolverines, and has even shared his home wit...
Governor Greg Gianforte this week announced the appointment of Bob Brown of Trout Creek to serve as lottery director for the State of Montana. "With his extensive experience in the legislature, Bob will lead the Montana Lottery well," Gov. Gianforte said. "I am confident he will build upon the Montana Lottery's progress that has more than doubled the amount of money transferred to the general fund and improved experiences with the games." Brown, who began his appointment as lottery director on M...
It's been confirmed and a contract has been signed - the Sanders County Fair will have a carnival. Manager Kristy Sheehan found an interested carnival last month, but it wasn't until recently that the county attorney approved an official contract signed by Sheehan and the owner of Midway West Amusement, which is based in Arizona. Sheehan said they'll be bringing 18-20 rides, including around 10 rides for younger kids, along with several games and a few food booths. The contract calls for Midway...
A discussion on energy changes and challenges was conducted at the Paradise Center last Sunday. The three guest speakers gave presentations, and answered questions, to a packed house. Several topics on current energy sources and future plans were explained at the nonpartisan forum, which was sponsored by the Sanders County Democrats. Dr. Steve Running from the University of Montana has focused his career on creating ways to better understand the impacts of climate change and current energy...
The Hot Springs coffee shop previously known as Coffee Hound has been reopened as Bru Coffee by owner Lori Tapani. Tapani recently moved back to Montana from Washington. Bru Coffee opened its door on February 5 in the Wall Street Building at 101 Wall Street. "I grew up in Hot Springs but was living in Battleground, Washington. Years ago I almost opened a coffee shop there, but just before signing a lease, I found out I was pregnant." Tapani said she opted to not take on a business at that time....
Montana Highway Patrol Dustin Gladeau, 42, seatbelt violation, $20. Chaleen Hill, 45, seatbelt violation, $20. Danielle Woodard, 33, day speeding, $20. Zachary Reimnitz, 32, night speeding, $20. Kevin Kerr, 69, seatbelt violation, $20. Andrey Solomko, 44, operating with expired registration, $85; basic rule - reasonable and prudent, 1st offense, $110. Zachary Barnes, 32, seatbelt violation, $20. Charles Clinkenbeard, 66, seatbelt violation, $20. John Dalling, 38, seatbelt violation, $20. Sandra Kienholz, 69, improper passing in no passing...
Ambulance: Plains, 12; T. Falls, 5; Trout Creek, 2; Hot Springs, 1; Dixon, 1. Monday, February 12 Suspicious activity, T. Falls. Mental health issue, Plains. Civil attempts, Plains. Civil attempts, Plains. Civil served, Plains. Other law violations, Plains. Other law violations, Heron. Theft, Hot Springs. Suspicious activity, Plains. Request for welfare check, T. Falls. Business contact. Tuesday, February 13 Theft, Hot Springs. Welfare check, Trout Creek. Welfare check, Plains. Welfare check, Hot Springs. Fire, Noxon. Suspicious activity,...
by Annie Wooden The town of Noxon suffered a devastating loss on Tuesday when a fire destroyed several businesses. Fire crews responded to an early-morning fire Tuesday in the 700 block of Noxon Avenue that destroyed several buildings. The fire, which officials said Tuesday appears to have started at the Angry Beaver General Store, also destroyed Toby's Tavern and the Noxon Mercantile and Cafe. Along with the Noxon Fire Department, Heron Fire, and Trout Creek Rural Fire responded to the blaze,...
A Trout Creek man died over the weekend after falling through the ice in the Trout Creek area. On Thursday, February 8, the Sanders County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) received a report of a missing person after Jim Chambers did not return home from ice fishing. Chambers’ belongings were located on and around the ice, and his vehicle was still parked in the Marten Creek area just outside of Trout Creek. Sheriff Shawn Fielders told The Ledger that Chambers had been fishing on the Clark Fork River down from the the Marten Creek boat launch. He sai...
More than 50 people showed up to the Thompson Falls City Council meeting on Monday, which was preceded by the much anticipated zoning committee meeting. The council has told community members since last fall that the city’s zoning ordinance would need to be revised, and Monday’s committee meeting was the first step in that process. Former mayor and current zoning committee member Mark Sheets addressed the crowd, saying that additional committee meetings would be scheduled and detailing changes. Among those, Sheets said the ordinance needs to...
Ambulance: Plains, 8; T. Falls, 7; Hot Springs, 4; Trout Creek, 3; Noxon, 2; Paradise, 1. Monday, February 5 Suspicious activity, T. Falls. Road hazard/blockage, Dixon. Civil standby, Dixon. Threats, Heron. Request for welfare check, Hot Springs. General animal call/complaint, T. Falls. Suspicious activity, Noxon. Motor vehicle crash, Noxon. Tuesday, February 6 Fire, T. Falls. Child welfare/abuse, T. Falls. Civil attempts. Other law violations, Paradise. Civil standby, T. Falls. Motor vehicle crash, Noxon. Suspicious activity, Trout Creek....
