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Vol. 107 No. 18 ISSN (1041-3340) Independent-Press.com Telephone (406) 346-2149 Forsyth voters approve levies, put Doug Roberts on board

Staff Report Passage of the high school with a market value of value of $100,000 and $10.77 don, 71. Rosebud, Kristan Buck, Joel levy results in an increase in $200,000 by approximately for a home with a market Sheldon Franzel ran unop- Woods and Yvonne Goodson Forsyth voters appear to local taxes to support the $10.23. value of $200,000. posed for the outlying dis- were elected to the board by have supported two school general fund in the amount The mill levy increase for Doug Roberts won the trict representative spot on acclimation. The Rosebud levies on the ballot in Tues- of $27,184.17 which is the Elementary General 4-way race for School Board the board. mill levy was canceled due to day’s election, according to approximately 3.79 mills for Fund is a permanent request Trustee in Forsyth to fill the In Lame Deer, voters state regulations governing unofficial results. the purpose of proper main- in local taxes to support seat of retiring Jerry Killen. elected three new board submission of mill levies. The Elementary General tenance and operation of the proper maintenance and Unofficial results were as members: Rae Peppers, Wil- No results were available Mill Levy passed by a vote of school programs in the dis- operation of the school pro- follows: liam Walksalong and Frank from Colstrip. A spokeswom- 390 for to 315 against. Like- trict. This proposal would grams of the district for 3.99 an there declined to release Doug Roberts , 253; Den- Headswift. wise, the High School Gener- increase taxes on a home val- mills which will increase them to the Independent nis Johnson, 201; Samantha There were no elections in al Mill Levy passed with a ued at $100,000 by approxi- taxes by approximately $5.39 Press until they were made Beyl, 149; and Stacey Hern- Hysham and Ashland, and in vote of 402 for to 327 against. mately $5.12 and on a home for a home with a market official. Annual Students of the Month Colstrip Dogie Bash owners May 12 sue state

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Plans are in the works for BILLINGS — The majority owners of a the 2nd Dogie Booster Club’s coal-fired power plant in Colstrip filed a fed- Booster Bash set for Wednes- eral lawsuit Tuesday alleging a bill signed by day May 12, in the exhibit Gov. Greg Gianforte unconstitutionally inter- hall at the Rosebud County feres with a private business contract that has Fairgrounds in Forsyth. governed the operation of the power plant for According to the club, the 40 years, the Associated Press reported Tues- year-end event is an opportu- day. nity to bring the community The wire service report continues below: together to show support for Gianforte, a Republican, described the new our kids and school to cele- law and a second measure affecting Colstrip brate their work and accom- as retaliation against Washington clean energy plishments. It will again fea- laws that have imposed an upcoming ban on ture updates from many of coal power in that state over climate change the school’s activity coaches/ concerns. Four owners of the Colstrip power sponsors as well as a free plant do business in Washington, where most (donations appreciated) din- of the plant's energy is consumed. In 2019, the ner and door prizes. Washington legislature passed a bill to ban the A new addition to the eve- use of coal-generated power in the state by the ning will include special end of 2025. guest speaker, Luke Weber. “Affordable power generated in Colstrip Submitted Photo Luke is a 2016 FHS graduate helped build Seattle’s big tech economy, but Forsyth Elementary School continues to embrace the Character Counts theme this year. Each month staff and and current NDSU wrestler now woke, overzealous regulators in Washing- students emphasize a different character trait. The teachers from each grade level choose a student that they who was recently crowned a ton state are punishing the people of Colstrip feel exemplifies the character trait for that month. The student receives a certificate, a tee shirt, and their picture 2021 Big 12 Champion. Luke with their anti-coal agenda,” Gianforte said in is displayed on a bulletin board in the lunchroom for a month. The character trait for April was “empathy.” The will join the event via video a statement after he signed the bills on Mon students that were nominated by their teachers for showing teamwork were Ainsley Sorenson, Echo Miller, Elise conferencing where he’ll Steiger, Braxton Woelich, Kinleigh Potts, Colton Woelich and Abigail Morris. share his experience and talk Continued on Page 7 to the younger Dogies about what it takes to accomplish your goals. Club president Jennifer Anderson notes, “we hope the event will encourage and pro- Hysham remodeling work to continue once school is out mote support for our school’s activities and sports pro- By Pamela Ash Staff Writer chain link fence up as part of new bathrooms. the school and enjoy lunch started to rain. grams while also encouraging their school projects. The students are currently with them. It is a good way Children will be encour- booster club membership. School is coming to a close According to School completing the Smarter Bal- to keep community involve- aged to read and do learning Our future lies with our on May 21, in Hysham for the Superintendent John Bott, ance State testing required ment and interest in the local activities with their parents youth and our school is the summer months, and plans to the upgrades to the school at the end of the school year. school. Tuesday, the students through the summer months heartbeat of our community. continue upgrades to the will cost over $550,000 and Grades three through eight invited their parents to join to make the return to school Our hope is that this event, school will continue. include a full remodel of the are testing in English/lan- them for lunch on the play- easier and more successful. and more like them in the The roof has been bathrooms to meet ADA guage arts and math. The ground as part of the Ag Day Reading skills are an impor- future, will grow Dogie pride replaced, and most of the requirements. Step Two of fifth and eighth grade stu- celebration. The youngest tant part of all academics, community wide.” fence around the playground the construction plan is to dents are also testing in sci- kids and their parents were and children that read with The event is free and open has been completed. The replace the air conditioning ence. served first and then the their parents enjoy the one- to the public. Come enjoy a school purchased the fencing in the building, and Step 3 Students are encouraged older kids with their parents to-one activity as well as burger, join the booster club materials and the Ag and will be a remodeling of the to invite their parents one had to finish up the lunch keep their skills up through and show your support for Shop students are putting the locker rooms and will include time each month to come to activity in the school when it the summer months. our school and our kids!

Livia Francisco Rebecca Brester Zavier Allison and Chase Nelson Echo Miller and Jesse Stevens Karissa Fraker

Students opine on innovative effort to create a ‘community of readers’ By Pamela Ash Staff Writer and Beth Hall, the book “Rescue and interesting enough to be cap- in the reading of the book, and on the Oregon Trail,” written by tivating and stimulating for older each day, the children were invit- The Forsyth Public Elementa- Kate Messner, was sent home students. ed to answer trivia questions 1 School, ry School just completed a new with each student in the kinder- Reading aloud at home pre- about the book during class. program, “One School, One garten through sixth grades with pares children to be more effec- They were rewarded for atten- Book” with contests and group a letter to the parents asking tive readers and encourages tive listening with prizes. The discussions. The program books them to share one chapter family activity time. The pro- students explored the book were purchased through Title together each evening with their gram is geared to build a “Com- through activities, lessons, and 1 Book Funds and were used to encour- child. All grade levels were munity of Readers” at Forsyth discussion. age reading time between stu- given the same book and the Elementary School. The stu- Each grade packed their dents and their families. book chosen was understandable dents, parents, teachers, and Coordinated by Kayla Stevens and fun for younger students, administrative staff participated Continued on Page 10 PAGE 2 / Thursday, May 6, 2021 Independent Press Obituaries Dorothy White, 93 Norris “Mack” Cole, 84

homemaker and raising their of Sundance, WY and Flor- Norris “Mack” Cole joined watching their grandchil- now five boys. ence Shipley of New Mexico; his beloved wife, Judy, in dren’s sporting events and In 1963, the family bought sons, Dr. Melvin (Kathy) of heaven on April 20, 2021. He visiting family and friends. an 800 acre ranch on the Salines, CA, Joe (Kathy) of was born on the banks of the They eventually moved to Greybull River near Burling- Lovell, WY, Ronald Dale Yellowstone River on June 4, Billings in 2014 where they ton, WY, where hay and cat- (Kay) of Newcastle, WY, Wal- 1936. The oldest child of Nor- continued to enjoy their pas- tle were the primary crops. ter (Jorja) of Florida, and ris and Margaret McKelvey times. In 1968, son Frank joined the Frank (Lola) of Salem, OR; Cole, Mack attended school other five brothers. The fam- nine grandchildren; and eigh- Mack is survived by his at the Sanders elementary ily moved in 1969 to a ranch teen great grandchildren. sister, Priscilla Moorhouse ( on the Tongue River near She was preceded in death school, graduated from high John) of Billings, brother Ashland, MT. Mayrene by her parents, Levi and school in Hysham, and Mark Cole (Barbara) of received a degree from Mon- became a secretary at the St. Susan Minard; husband, Shelby. His children, Mar- tana State University Boze- Labre Indian Mission in Ash- Ivan; son Dennis; and broth- gret (JD) Lopez of Fairfield, man in Range Management. land, MT for twenty-two ers, Lloyd and Lyle, grandson CA, Cathy (Bryan) Ratzburg years during this time. They Patrick, and daughters-in- He then went on to earn a of Sunburst ,MT, Cass (Deb ) were active in the Ashland law Leanna (Lee) and Pam. master’s degree from the Cole of Billings, MT. Mack Norris “Mack” Cole Community Church. The family wishes to Thunderbird School of Inter- With the sudden passing of extend a sincere “Thank national Management in and Judy have nine grand- Funeral services were Mon- Ivan in 1994, in 1998, You” to the United Methodist Phoenix, Arizona. children; Rachel (Padraig) day, April 26 at 10 AM at Mayrene moved to Forsyth, Church congregation (Pastor Mack and Judy Cassidy Keane, Shane (Kaybree), Dorothy White Saint Thomas the Apostle MT to be near her son, Den- Janita Krayniak) for their were married February Allyson and Casey Cole; Church in Billings. Mack was nis and was active in the Fed- loving support and friend- 10,1962 . They then spent two Cole, Kamron (Camille), and laid to rest next to his wife of Dorothy Mayrene White, erated Church there. After ship. To her landlords Ron years in Brazil where they Rebecca Ratzburg; Carlos 58 years, Judy, at the Hysh- 93, passed away in Lovell, Ivan’s death, Mayrene and and Joann Walker, Jana worked for the Food for and Joshua Lopez. They am cemetery. WY on Thursday, April 29, several local ladies toured Bloch, Vicki Croft, Angela Peace program. Their first were also blessed with two Following the graveside 2021. Dorothy Maryrene the Holy Land, Alaskan Hopkin, and all the wonder- child, Margret, was born in great grandchildren, Kash- services was a luncheon cel- Minard was born on Febru- Coast, and Branson, Mis- ful aides at New Horizons 1963 while they were living ary 6, 1928 in Scottsbluff, NE souri. In 2016, Dennis unex- Care Center for taking such in Brazil. ton Cole and Willa Ratzburg ebrating Mack and Judy’s to Levi and Susan (Gilbert) pectedly passed away and great care of our mother. Upon returning to the along with many nieces and life. Minard, the second of five she moved to Lovell, WY in Also, thanks to Dr. Caldwell states, Mack began his 30 nephews. Memorials can be made to children. The family moved 2018 to be close to son, Joe and all the nurses and aides year career with the Bureau Family and friends are the Mack and Judy Cole to Riverton, WY in 1940 and family. at North Big Horn Hospital of Indian Affairs which took invited to the viewing at scholarship fund, PO Box where she graduated from Mayrene became a mem- for their loving care during them to many Indian reser- Dahl Funeral Chapel on Sun- 228 Forsyth, MT 59327 or Riverton High School in ber of the Lovell United her final days. And to the vations throughout the west- day, April 25, from 3 to 5 PM. the charity of your choice. 1946. Methodist Church, as reli- Jameson’s at Haskell Funeral ern United States, but Mack Right after high school gion was her passion. She Home for making all the always had a longing to graduation on May 20, 1946, loved going to church and final arrangements simple return to Montana. He fin- she married Ivan White. attending Bible study and personal. ished his career with the BIA We want to thank all our friends and They made their home at groups. A graveside service will as the Assistant Regional Midvale near Ocean Lake. After several falls and be held, Thursday, May 13, Director of the Billings area relatives in Rosebud and Treasure Co. that The family of three boys medical issues, Mayrene 2021, at 2 PM at the Moun- .During this time, they had showed us so much comfort, sympathy, moved further on down the moved into the New Hori- tain View Cemetery in River- two more children, Cathy prayers, support, food and love during this Missouri Valley towards Sho- zons Care Center in Lovell, ton, WY where Mayrene will and Cass. shoni in 1956. Ivan farmed WY on March 25, 2021 where be laid to rest beside her After retiring from the time of the loss of our Mack and Judy Cole. and worked in the Beaver she resided until her death. beloved husband, Ivan. BIA, Mack and Judy Creek Oil Field while Mayrene is survived by returned to the family ranch Thanks so much, Mayrene set about being a her sisters, Olive Jean Neil near Sanders . He then Margret Lopez, served in the Montana Legis- lature for two terms , where Cathy Ratzburg, he dedicated his efforts to Cass Cole and families the improvement and devel- John and Priscilla Moorhouse and families, opment of natural resources in eastern Montana . Mack Mark and Barb Cole and families. and Judy returned to the ranch full-time where he also Dorothy White age, 93 of Lovell, Wyo. formerly of Forsyth served as the Treasure Coun- passed away on April 29. A graveside service will be held ty commissioner in Hysh- on Thursday, May 13 at 2 p.m. at the Mountain View am. They enjoyed traveling, Cemetery in Riverton, WY. Obituary Deadline

Cordelia Kay Spang, age 62 of Lame Deer, passed away on The deadline to receive April 26, 2021. Traditional Wake was Thursday April 29, in obituaries is Tuesday at Lame Deer. Graveside Service was Friday April 30, 2021. 5 p.m. The IP will make every effort to include late Fredrick Keith Harms, age 56 of Forsyth, passed away on submissions. April 27, 2021. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 15 at 11:00 a.m. at Stevenson and Sons OB-GYN care Funeral Home in Forsyth. Cynthia Whiteman, age 35 of California formerly of Lame now available Deer passed away April 19. Services were held May 5. in Forsyth This column is sponsored by the Independent Press

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Pages from the Past “The Rosebud School Board will be considering the hiring of Camilia Buck Hough, Buddy Jonson, Leon- responsible for the defeat. Ernest Meyers of Forsyth, May 8, 1947 ard Jungers, Betty Kurtz, The infield and outfield, how- H.G. Klemme of Billings, and for the position of paraprofessional Joyce Larsen, Richard Lin- ever, were in excellent form. John B. Fitz of Miles City. for the 21-22 school year. She is the coln, Ramona Martinek, Eva Graveside services were con- The top stories in The For- Mathern, Walter Meredith, Harry Fletcher, formerly ducted by the Masonic order. sister-in-law of board member Kristin syth Independent this week Jo Ann Miars, Helen McK- Mr. Booth was 82 years of in 1947: of Forsyth, dies in St. Paul Buck. Anyone wishing to speak on this eever, Ralph Nelson, Wayne A telegram received today age. Nipple, Doris Perry, Bertha The late Mr. Booth was hiring is encouraged to attend the next 34 students to receive by Mrs. Frank Levi brought Rudolph, Ruby Smith, Helen word the Harry H. Fletcher, affiliated with many organi- scheduled regular board meeting on diplomas at FHS May 23 Spilde, Keith Stevens, Gor- one of the early day mer- zations. He was a charter The list of probably gradu- don Stewart, Charles Strong chants of this city, passed member of the Forsyth Lions June 14, 2021 at 7pm at Rosebud School. ates has been released by the and Marvin Wenholz. away at 8:00 o’clock Wednes- Club. Even after his retire- This is a correction to previously posted Forsyth High School along day morning at his home in ment from Business a few with schedule of graduation City Cubs lose season St. Paul, Minn. years ago, he continued to be statement.” activities. opener to Terry nine He was about 75 years of active in affairs of progress The following seniors are Last Sunday the Forsyth age and prior to moving to St. in the city. Widely known and candidates for graduation: City Cubs traveled to Terry Paul thirty-five years ago, well liked, his funeral Margaret Anderson, Donald to engage in their first base- had operated a general store attracted a huge throng who Baugh, Delmer Borer, Ed ball game of the season. It in this city for fifteen or came to pay their last Borer, Elaine Borer, Naomi was a good contest and a twenty years. respects to a man who had Longhorn Steakhouse Bouslough, Ruth Braun, Del- score of 7-6 in favor of the contributed much to Forsyth. bert Brock, Morris Byrson, Terry hurlers, indicates it Many pay tribute at Mrs. Booth was unable to Mother’s Day Special Carol Cartwright, John Chil- may haven somewhat of a funeral of F.M. Booth attend her husband’s funeral berg, Bob Clark, Donna Clar- due to injuries sustained in thriller. Funeral services for the Prime Rib & Shrimp kin, Vera Coole, Jeanne Cour- the same accident fatal to Manager Cutkay is well late F.M. Booth, who was tesu, Wanda Doughtery, Mr. Booth, but her sister, satisfied with his team’s killed in an automobile acci- Betty Gludeman, Bob Gold- Mrs. Rowley, and her daugh- We will be open showing so early in the sea- dent in Wenatchee, Wash., smith, Keith Hanson, Burton ter, Mrs. Margaret Klein, son, thought he stated that were held mOnday afternoon Helgesson, Herbert Helges- poor control on the part of were present. 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. son, Victor Hogan, Betty in charge of the Reverends the pitchers was largely for Mother’s Day Focus On Faith by reservation. Call 347-5393 or 351-2797 Is there a heaven? A hell? I’ll take door number 3… Our Normal Days Open Thursday’s By Pastor Andrew Kisman who created God?” If you motivation for annihilation is Friday’s could answer that question, two-fold: First, it is appeal- Where does our under- then that would be the thing ing to those who believe they Saturday’s standing of what happens to you called God. You cannot may be headed for hell or Rosebud, MT us when we die come from? have an endless series of simply despise the idea of it. Do we imagine a better place causations. At some point (A rather sad thought for than this one, where every- there is a “First Cause”. those who anticipate the joys one who wasn’t a serial killer God therefore by virtue of of heaven). Second, it pro- goes? What is evil? Who is being responsible for the ori- vides an explanation to those evil? Certainly not me. Are gin of all things also has who see a contradiction you looking within yourself authority over them and so between eternal punishment to find the answers? Do you men will answer to the God in hell and God as loving. Mother’s Day adopt your friends views or who made them. Both lines of reasoning are the culture? Perhaps we Now we can begin to have misguided at best and rebel- Weekend Special, choose not to think about a framework for discussing lious and blasphemous at & these things at all because heaven and hell. These two worst. It simply not part of Saturday & Sunday (May 8 9) we find them irrelevant, too designations are revealed by God’s revelation. We are complicated, or incredibly Andrew Kisman God in scripture. You can eternal beings and will exist Treat Mom to an amazing meal! disturbing. like or dislike them, but just in some place forever. You cannot begin to Chicken Alfredo or Shrimp Fettuccine are recorded for us in the as God made people, God has Humility is the only way to answer these questions with- Garlic Toast most reliable historical docu- made places and our opinions heaven. 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It is pride that will not don will find exactly that, I tried to explore them all I ity?” (Mark 1:27, Luke 4:32). acknowledge life was given through what Jesus did on would be dead before I found Jesus taught that all things to us. It is arrogance that the cross. He gave His own the truth. Does anyone have Twisted Toppings are made by God, including refuses to extend any grati- life in our place and God more wisdom than anyone us, answering the question of tude or accountability for the accepted Jesus’ substitution- 1425 Front Street else anyway? Should anyone origin. He taught that it is life He has given. ary sacrifice. This is His speak with authority about Forsyth not the universe that is self- This pride has given rise love! However, harden your these issues or are we all just existent, nor is it man who is to a delusion, a wishful fanta- heart, refuse the gift, and guessing? Is there a reliable self-existent. It is God who sy of those who are too horri- deny your maker… there will Open 11:30 a.m. - 9 p.m. source that explains these has life in Himself and has fied to contemplate a place be no place in heaven for things in which I can place given it to His creation. He like hell. So what is behind you. This is His revelation… my confidence? I believe the is the eternally existent one door number 3?... I give you choose wisely… choose answer is YES, THERE IS! who causes all things to exist the annihilation theory. This Christ! It does not find its origins in after himself. is the belief that when you (Andrew Kisman is pastor the imaginations of men. No matter what you die you are not destined for of Grace Bible Church in For- This source is outside of believe, the question of ori- heaven or hell. Rather, you syth.) men, above men, before men, Need Help Finding The Perfect Gift gin always ends with the simply cease to exist. 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Opinion

Commentary The 67th Legislature: Historic and successful By Mark Blasdel, Cary Smith session in Montana history anced, conservative budget Republicans limited the and Jason Ellsworth took place with only a few that funds essential services. power of the executive State making efforts to isolated COVID-19 cases, We made major long-term branch, reined in abuses of Montana voters spoke zero outbreaks, and minimal investments in infrastruc- power by local governments, address worker shortage clearly last November. They interruptions to normal busi- ture, schools, and access to and started looking into trou- elected Republicans up and ness. The public had more reliable, high-speed Internet. bling conduct in the judicial HELENA – The State of Montana will launch a return- down the ticket, giving legis- access and opportunities to We cut unnecessary regula- branch. to-work bonus program, utilizing federal funds autho- lative Republicans a clear weigh in than ever before tions, put new leadership in Working across party rized by the American Rescue Plan Act, according to an mandate to make good on our due to the remote participa- place across state govern- lines, Republicans created announcement Tuesday from Gov. Greg Gianforte’s campaign promises of pro- the most controlled, respon- office. tecting the Montana way of The policy successes were also historic. With unified sible adult-use marijuana Return-to-work bonuses will be paid to unemployed life, improving economic program in the United States, individuals who rejoin the labor force and accept and opportunities, protecting Republican control of the legislature and the governor’s passed a massive expansion maintain steady employment for at least one month. Montanans’ rights, and pre- office, conservatives, moderates, business Republicans, liber- of telehealth with 100% The governor also announced Montana will end its par- venting government over- tarians, Trump Republicans, and social conservatives all got unanimous support, put a ticipation in federal pandemic-related unemployment reach. constitutional amendment on benefit programs and transition to pre-pandemic unem- The fear mongering about wins this session. We even had a number of bipartisan the 2022 ballot to protect the ployment insurance (UI) eligibility and benefits by the the 67th legislative session achievements that Democrats can be proud of. privacy of Montanans’ elec- started up shortly after the end of June. tronic data and communica- election with certain folks “Montana is open for business again, but I hear from tions, and funded key conser- making dire predictions too many employers throughout our state who can’t find vation programs. about COVID-19 at the Capi- tion option. ment, created incentives to We’d like to thank our workers. Nearly every sector in our economy faces a tol and demanding the Legis- The policy successes were raise starting teacher pay Republican members, minor- labor shortage,” Gianforte said. lature not meet. We respond- also historic. With unified and increase trades educa- ity Democrats, the House of “Incentives matter, and the vast expansion of federal ed that grocery store work- Republican control of the tion and employment, and Representatives, Governor unemployment benefits is now doing more harm than ers, law enforcement offi- legislature and the gover- expanded access to afford- Gianforte, and especially our good. We need to incentivize Montanans to reenter the cers, our dedicated health nor’s office, conservatives, able health care via tele- staff for each of their roles workforce. Our return-to-work bonus and the return to care professionals, and so moderates, business Republi- health, Direct Patient Care, in making this historic legis- pre-pandemic unemployment programs will help get many others had shown up cans, libertarians, Trump and prescription drug lative session a resounding more Montanans back to work.” and done their jobs during Republicans, and social con- reform. success. We kept our promis- He said across Montana, employers struggle to find the pandemic. We promised servatives all got wins this Republicans ended the es, we’ve laid the ground- workers, particularly in the health care, construction, we’d do the job voters elect- session. We even had a num- obstruction of past adminis- work for Governor Gianforte manufacturing, and hospitality and leisure industries. ed us to do and we’d take pre- ber of bipartisan achieve- trations and passed many to lead Montana’s Comeback, Returning to pre-pandemic unemployment eligibility cautions to do it responsibly ments that Democrats can be popular bills that had been and we look forward to see- and offering return-to-work incentives will encourage and safely. proud of. vetoed by former Democrat- ing another, even more suc- workers to reenter the workforce and help ease a critical We made promises during We implemented the legis- ic governors. We protected cessful legislative session in labor shortage across Montana, the governor says. our campaigns and promises lation needed for Gov. Gian- the right to life for the 2023. “Montana’s unemployment rate is at just 3.8% – near about how we’d run the Leg- forte’s Montana Comeback unborn, expanded Second (Senator Mark Blasdel, pre-pandemic lows – and statewide there are record num- islature. Now that the 67th Plan to improve our state’s Amendment rights and R-Kalispell, is President of bers of new job postings each week. But today, despite an legislative session has con- economy, create good-paying pushed back on President the Montana Senate. Sena- influx of new residents into Montana over the last year, cluded, we’re proud to say: jobs, and allow Montanans to Biden’s anti-gun agenda, pro- tor Cary Smith, R-Billings, is our labor force is some 10,000 workers smaller than it “Promises Made, Promises prosper. We passed compre- tected the rights of free the Senate Majority Leader. was before the pandemic,” Commissioner of Labor and Kept.” hensive tax reform with speech and free association, Senator Jason Ellsworth, Industry Laurie Esau said. “Our labor shortage doesn’t The first in-person and about $120 million in total tax and further secured the R-Hamilton, is the Senate just affect employers and business owners. Employees virtual “hybrid” legislative cuts while enacting a bal- integrity of our elections. President Pro Tempore.) who are forced to work longer shifts, serve more custom- ers or clients, and take on more duties have been paying the price.” Montana will be the first state in the nation to fully opt out of the federal unemployment benefit programs enact- Farm Bureau applauds Gianforte for ag bills ed since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Requirements that unemployment insurance claimants The Montana Farm Bureau into law throughout the Ses- tors adequate protection a large species that will com- actively seek work and be “able and available” for work is applauding the Montana sion and it was exciting to from liability already provid- pete for scarce resources will be reinstated effective June 27, as well. Legislature for passing, and see him sign a few more in ed in law. HB 302 sponsored like water and grass, damag- Specifically, Montana’s Department of Labor & Indus- Gov. Greg Gianforte for sign- the last week. The Legisla- by Rep. Joshua Kassmier (R), ing crops, fences and other try announced the following changes to the unemploy- ing, bills important to agri- ture sent quite a few other HD 27, requires county property, and running the ment insurance (UI) program: culture into law. good bills his way, so we look approval to relocate bison risk of spreading disease. HB When the 67th Legislature forward to him signing even and requires wild bison being 302 gives county commis- ฀•฀Starting฀June฀27,฀2021,฀claimants฀who฀have฀exhaust- came to a close April 29, more in the coming days,” released into a county to sioners, the elected officials ed their traditional UI benefits but had continued to many Montana Farm Bureau said Montana Farm Bureau meet certain conditions and closest to the citizens, a say receive them through the federal Pandemic Emergency supported bills had been Senior Governmental Affairs receive approval from the in whether or not wild bison Unemployment Compensation program will no longer be passed by the Legislature Director Nicole Rolf. Rolf, board of county commission- can be established in their eligible for UI payments. and were on their way to the along with MFBF State Gov- ers. communities. With the sign- ฀•฀Beginning฀June฀27,฀2021฀Montana฀will฀no฀longer฀be฀ Governor’s desk. The Gover- ernmental Affairs Director “It’s was an honor to be sit- ing of these three bills, we issuing supplemental $300 weekly payments to claimants nor has 10 days upon arrival Rachel Cone, spent the entire ting with Governor Gianforte are pleased that ranchers under the Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensa- to his desk to either sign, session in Helena represent- when he signed these bills and farmers now have more tion (FPUC) program. veto, or allow bills to become ing the members of MFBF. into law,” said Rolf. She certainty that their property ฀•฀Beginning฀June฀27,฀2021,฀Montana฀will฀no฀longer฀par- law without his signature. Bills of agriculture inter- explained “Bills like SB 338 rights will be protected,” ticipate in the federal Pandemic Unemployment Assis- Wasting no time, he signed est signed in the last week and 307 give farmers, ranch- stated Rolf. tance (PUA) program. PUA presently provides benefits three MFBF support bills on include, but are not limited to ers, and other business own- “We appreciate the persis- to the self-employed, the underemployed, independent the last day, and previous to SB 307, SB 338, and HB 302. ers, necessary certainty that tence and leadership of Sena- contractors, and individuals who have been unable to last day of the Legislative All of these bills address long they will be able to continue tor Lang and Representative work due to health or COVID-19 affected reasons. Session: Senate Bill 338 standing concerns of farmers operating in the safe and pro- Kassmier on these and many ฀•฀Starting฀June฀27,฀2021,฀Montana฀will฀no฀longer฀partic- revises civil liberty laws; and ranchers. SB 338 and SB tective ways they already do. other important issues this ipate in the Mixed Earner Unemployment Compensation Senate Bill 307 revises liabil- 307, both sponsored by Sena- HB 302 adds a layer of pro- Session. We also thank the (MEUC) program, which offers supplemental payments ity limits on lawsuits for irri- tor Mike Lang (R) SD17 pro- tection that a new, unwanted Montana Chamber of Com- to individuals who had both traditional W-2 income as gation operators and House tect property owners from species will not be intro- merce, Montana Water well as self-employment income. Bill 302, requires county undue liability. SB 338 pro- duced onto their lands. For Resources Association and ฀•฀Requirements฀that฀claimants฀be฀able฀to฀work,฀avail- approval to relocate bison. tects landowners and proper- over ten years now, our other agriculture and busi- able for work, and actively seeking work in order to be “This was a long session, ty owners from liability with members have been very ness organizations for their considered eligible for benefits will be reinstated effec- but we are thrilled that Mon- respect to unwanted concerned about public enti- efforts to get these bills tive June 27, 2021. These requirements had previously tana Farm Bureau was suc- trespassers. SB 307 is specif- ties trying to force wild bison across the finish line. Of been suspended under emergency rule-making authority cessful is seeing bills sup- ic to irrigation liability. The onto the landscape and have course, we especially want to in March of last year. More information about work- portive of farmers and bill clarifies that protections been adamantly opposed to thank the governor for help- search and “able & available” requirements is available ranchers become law. The are meant to apply to all such an action. The addition ing us put a period on the end in the UI Claimants handbook. governor has already signed irrigation structures, not just of wild bison onto the range of this very long wild bison Unemployment insurance claimants will be receiving a number of important bills ditches, providing all irriga- threatens ranchers by adding sentence,” Rolf concluded. information soon about how these changes affect them individually. Until then, claimants with questions about their future eligibility are encouraged to visit Montana- Works.gov or contact the Department of Labor & Indus- try at 406-444-2545. Claimants receiving Pandemic By Lois Omstead Unemployment Assistance (PUA) should contact 406-444- Life With Lois 3382. The Return-to-Work Bonus initiative will offer $1,200 Just as sunshine and you? You get a major proj- hopelessness. Even a proph- payments to individuals receiving unemployment bene- rain fall so does joy and ect finished. Sweet victory et whom God gifted mighti- fits as of May 4, 2021, who subsequently accept employ- despair on our lives. We are for one day. Then a new ly, can fall into a pit of ment and complete at least four paid weeks of work. Indi- having spring in Montana. It challenge pops up. Or some- despair. viduals eligible for the bonus will be contacted by the was so beautiful today. Last thing else happens to hurt Secondly (and verified Department of Labor and Industry and informed of their week we had snow. Ranchers you. For some of you, it is by experience) being eligibility, as well as more information about how to always say, “We sure need like laundry. It just keep exhausted from the work to ensure they receive the payment after they complete the moisture!” I like to prac- piling up. get the success we experi- four weeks of employment. tice that in my life too. Look- But wait. There is hope. enced makes us ripe for a ing on the good side of I promise. It has to do with pitfall. Lack of sleep or things. But sometimes I fail. angel food cake, and the fatigue can set us up for When we go the ten prophet Elijah (I Kings misery. The Bible says Eli- miles to Clyde Park for sup- chapter 19). jah “fell exhausted into per (or breakfast or lunch) I Elijah had had a major sleep.” Sometimes that is so always say to my mom, victory over wicked King simple, but so needed. But “You watch for moose. I’ll Ahab and his more wicked listen what happens next. drive.” They hide well. But Lois Olmstead wife Jezebel. It was an An angel comes and tonight, she looked. I drove. astounding victory. God says to him “Arise and eat.” All the way home. We havoc with our faith. Some- miraculously answered Eli- Lo and behold there was a turned into the ranch and one says, “Just cheer up! jah’s prayer for rain. Elijah cake baked on the coals. 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Bicentennial Library By Mary Kay Bullard By the time we get back in more services as the months Colstrip Senior Center. We one of my favorite allies and the library, it will be pretty progress. The staff of very much appreciate the co-workers. You are very close to summer reading Bicentennial Library would space, so that we could creative and such a strong program time. This year the love to have even more continue to serve the public. advocate for small libraries, adults have a head start, with people visit our library and The staff of Bicentennial generally, that your clear the “Virtual Road Trip” as a become familiar with our Library would also like to intelligent voice of reason is a really good warm up. This services and staff. thank Rosebud County loss to the Montana Library will be Camille’s first Bicentennial Library is open commissioners Doug community. summer reading program, Monday-Thursday: Martens, Bob Lee, and Ed As a friend, thank you for and she has ideas brewing. 11:00am-7:00pm, Friday Joiner for funding this very explaining promposals to We are excited that we will be 12:00pm-5:00pm, and expensive upgrade to the me. I honestly, had know able to do more with you, this Saturday 10:00am-1:00pm. human service building. clue, it was even a thing. It year, than we were able to Thank you, TWClark for This project cost more than was nice that your boys and last year. being so easy to work with, 300,000.00 dollars and was my son were in the same This past quarter and doing such a fabulous job funded only with Rosebud class. You gave me many Bicentennial Library served keeping us informed, so that County funds. good tips during those teen 2,704 individuals. We held 91 we could keep the public Finally: We would like to years that benefitted my son programs with a total informed. We are in the last thank you all, for your immensely. Although it sad attendance of 1,864 week of the project. We will patience with this process. to see you go, I am excited “HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHY OPPORTUNITY HAS TO KNOCK, BUT FAILURE participants. The be able to move back into the This was definitely not easy, for you and this new FEELS FREE TO BARGE RIGHT IN?” population of Colstrip, as library, starting May 7th. or fun, but largely as a adventure in your life. I look recorded by the United Nick Ankney, you were public you were gracious, forward to working with States Census Bureau in fantastic to work with, and kind and appreciative of Yvonne Redding and 2019 is 2,448 people. So, we made this project run what we could still do for continuing the great serve more than the smoothly, and with as little you. Bicentennial Library relationship Forsyth Library population of town we are in, disruptions to services as has some of the best patrons and Colstrip library have. even during a pandemic, possible. in Montana, and as usual, New in our book collection when our service numbers The staff of Bicentennial you demonstrated that and ready for you to read: have dropped dramatically. Library would also like to again. Good Sister by Sara Thank you, patrons for thank Ana, with the senior Heather, we have been Hepworth, Eternal by Lisa sticking with us. We are center for letting us “Pop Up” working together since June Scottoline, and Unity by Elly looking forward to offering our mini library in the of 2014. You have become Bangs.

Montana Dateline By Ellis Roberts Parry

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Your Boots on the Hill 2021 Montana legislative summary

By Nicole Rolf as long as that owner was not property includes autonomy in place. Now, and Rachel Cone negligent. This bill is agricultural implements and local elected officials – primarily intended to protect equipment, among other county commissioners – have Legislators and lobbyists business owners, which industry necessities. This bill a chance to weigh in on the have packed up and headed includes farms and ranches. made the first $300,000 of importation of wild bison to out of Helena, but the work As one of the first bills class eight property exempt their local jurisdiction, which of the 67th Montana signed into law in 2021, it set from taxation, an impressive our members support. Legislature is not yet an important tone for increase from the previous House Bill 318 further complete. Governor Greg session. This new law may $100,000 exemption. clarifies wild bison defined Gianforte has up to ten not be specific to agricultural While this is good for as those animals that have business days to sign, veto or needs, but it did establish a farmers and ranchers, it’s never been reduced to Protect your family and friends while doing ignore the bills that have theme and desire to get also good for our rural captivity, have never been simple digging in your yard. reached his desk to Montana’s small businesses economy. Those tax savings subject to per capita fees and determine the full fate of the and rural economies back may encourage a farmer to have never been owned by a session. open and running, and that add another piece of person. These are important Have your local utility companies locate their Still, it’s safe to say the means a lot to the farmers equipment to the lineup or clarifications that clear up underground lines. It’s Free! 2021 Montana Legislative and ranchers who depend on allow a rancher to reinvest in any ambiguity between wild Session was favorable for thriving rural communities upgraded fencing, all boosts bison and bison as livestock. Montana’s farmers and for their businesses to to our local economies. ranchers. Of the 69 bills we succeed. We’ll announce our full tracked closely which were NOW LAW – House Bill legislative report card and tied directly to member- NOW LAW – House Bill 302, Require county approval legislative awards soon. If generated policy, around 50 303, Revise business to relocate bison, sponsored you have questions or want a have reached their final equipment tax laws: Business by Rep. Joshua Kassmier (R), summary of results on all the destinations in our favor so Investment Grows (BIG) HD 27, and House Bill 318: bills we tracked throughout far. Here’s a rundown of the Jobs Act, sponsored by Rep. Clarify definition of bison, the session, voting Montana biggest victories for Joshua Kassmier (R), HD 27. sponsored by Rep. Kenneth Farm Bureau members Montana agriculture, Montana Farm Bureau Holmlund (R), HD38. receive a full Legislative according to our Farm member policy supports. Montana Farm Bureau Update with more details. Bureau members’ policy. Farming and ranching are member policy supported Not a member? Join today at Get more information about your private lines at equipment-heavy businesses. both of these bills, and we www.mfbf.org. NOW LAW – Senate Bill Balers, combines, loaders, were excited to finally get to 65, Revise civil liability laws, and more – the tools we need see them to fruition. The introduced by Sen. Steve to efficiently raise the crop concept of requiring county (Nicole Rolf is the Senior Fitzpatrick (R), SD10. Farm and livestock – are approval to relocate wild Director of Governmental Bureau member policy expensive, which is why this bison has circled around the Affairs and a rancher from supports. law’s new exemption Legislature for several Miles City. Rachel Cone is Montana .org This law limits liability to increase on business sessions, and it’s past time the Director of State Affairs the owners of a premise if a equipment is a well- we had these assurances for for Montana Farm Bureau person is infected with welcomed relief for farmers livestock health, disease Federation. )tribal entity to COVID-19 on said premise, and ranchers. Class eight management and local quarantine. PAGE 6 / Thursday, May 6, 2021 Independent Press

him about this birth! School Menus Wow, the south is sure being hit by tornadoes this Forsyth Colstrip Rosebud past few days! So much destruction, I don’t see how Friday, May 7 Friday, May 7 Friday, May 7 people will be able to afford Remote learning to rebuild. And the towns Chef’s Salad, fruit, veggie Hamburgers that have been flooded, that won’t be able to do anything Monday, May 10 Monday, May 10 Monday, May 10 until the waters go down. I Pancake Breakfast, fruit/ Pizza Ripper/Salad Super Nachos can’t imagine living in the veggie tornado areas! Tuesday, May 11 Tuesday, May 11 Former clown Billy Ard Tuesday, May 11 Sausage Gravy/Biscuit/Lil Sub Sandwiches, chips Saunders was in Forsyth for Beef Taco Skillet, fruit/veg- Smokies Friday, May 7, 2021 a short visit. Was glad to gie Wednesday, May 12 Beverly Nile hear she got to join the Red Wednesday, May 12 Sloppy Joes Mariska Fulton Hat Ladies on Monday at Wednesday, May 12 Chicken Strips/Mac & the Country Club. Peggy Morrison Flowers are God’s Cheese Thursday, May 13 This is National Pizza, fruit, vegetable Dawn Brockel fireworks! Detention/ Correction School picnic 11:30 a.m. Well the crunch has hit Thursday, May 13 Renley Pinkerton Officer week. If you see Thursday, May 13 Last Day of School Forsyth with no new Brian, Sam, Tennyson, Roy, Pigs in a blanket, fruit Hot Dog/Beans vehicles being produced, Connor or Riley from the Saturday, May 8, 2021 and used car prices Rosebud County Sheriff’s Friday, May 14 Friday, May 14 Tiffinie Fischer changing fast. It is making office tell them thank you Remote Learning it tougher for the auto Meatball subs, fruit, veggie Jerrick Sanders for the jobs they do. industry. It is also tough for I heard there were some any business that uses Sunday, May 9 , 2021 businesses in Billings that metal, the Forsyth Woman’s were burglarized last Jason Morrow Club has been waiting for a weekend. Seems it is getting Senior Menus sign and a table to be made; worse there for crimes. Monday, May 10, 2021 not sure when we will get We have quite a few new them. faces in Forsyth with COLSTRIP FORSYTH There is also a shortage overhaul is being done at Tuesday, May 11, 2021 of lumber causing a price Colstrip. It will definitely Friday, May 7 Friday, May 7 Tom Queen spike in the home industry. help the economy in both Part of the problem is due to Turkey Bacon Sandwich, Cottage Salsbury Steak, mashed potatoes over Charlys (Stull) Schulenberg towns. cheese, fruit/veggie, cookie gravy, mixed veggies, fruit a beetle infestation in There is no bond stronger Lecia Holbert California in 2020 as well as than the love of a mother. because of Covid. Monday, May 10 Monday, May 10 Remember some of Wed., May 12, 2021 It is reported there is ten Egg Salad , Chips, Veggie , Cake Calico Beans, Coleslaw ,Corn Bread Mom’s favorite sayings this Pears Aiden Hedrick to eleven new cases of Mother’s Day: Courtney Ayers COVID-19 in Rosebud What part of No don’t you Tuesday, May 11 County, in the last two Tuesday, May 11 understand? Taco Salad, Avocado’s, Fruit, Pudding Lynde Friez weeks. Please continue to Chicken Strips, Macaroni Salad I don’t care who started Frank Arb keep a safe distance, and it. Pea Cheese Salad, Fruit, Cake Wednesday, May 12 keep cleaning policies in Money doesn’t grow on Creamy Chicken Noodle Hot Dish, Veg- Thursday, May 13, 2021 place. trees. gie, Fruit Wednesday, May 12 Did you know Paul Your face is going to Muffins , Ham & Bean Soup Amber Forsythe McCartney wrote freeze like that. Relish Tray, Pineapple Cake Thursday, May 13 “Yesterday” from a dream No one said life was easy Meatball Sub , Steamed Veggie , Fruit Friday, May 14, 2021 he had? or fair. Thursday, May 13 Pudding Glen Simenson I heard there were about I don’t know is not an Roast Beef, Mashed Spuds, Corn 30 women who attended the answer. Friday, May 14 Tossed Salad, Fruit Nathan Pester Grace Bible Tea a couple of Because I said so, that’s BBQ Chicken , Baked Potato, Fruit Jill Dana weeks ago. why. Veggie Friday, May 14 Myranda Seleg Some of the local A charming woman Lasagna, Tossed Salad, Green Beans businesses in Forsyth last doesn’t follow the crowd. Mixed Fruit Saturday held a store hop. I She is herself. understand there was a Don’t forget National PLEASE CALL NIGHT BEFORE great turnout and eveyone Nurses Week is May 6 -12. BY 8 P.M. Call 346-2878 was happy with the results! May 12 was the birthday of 748-4700 by 9:30 a.m. They are planning to do Florence Nightingale, the MEALS ARE AT JUNE’S Call Connie another one. nursing pioneer. Tell a nurse 346-2149 Did you hear about the thank you, whether they are two weeks before woman who had a still working or not in their birthday to have it premature baby boy while field. Some of my family published in on a flight to Hawaii? The and friends were or are Connie’s Cooking Corner The Independent Press mom said she didn’t even nurses; what dedication in know she was pregnant. helping others! Once a Thank God there was a nurse, always a nurse. Lentil Roast medium heat until the chicken doctor and three neonatal People who are happy 1 12/ cups cooked lentils, rinsed starts to brown. Season with salt nurses on the flight that dont’ worry or care about thoroughly and pepper. helped with the little boy what the weather is doing. 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Bake at 350º 4 cups fresh pineapple chunks There were eight members called our May banguet to stores and restaurants these order at the Speedway Cafe for 45 minutes to an hour. 2 cups strawberries, hulled and in attendance. days; pandemic supply-chain Lion Dennis Kopitzke at 6 p.m. on May 3. There problems and a nationwide ************** diced talked about the convention were seven members in craze for fast-food fried Baked Chicken N Broccoli 2 mangoes, peel and slice at Kalispel this past week. attendance including our chicken have caused a nation- newest member Yvonne Red- 1 Tbsp. oil 2 cups raspberries Kopitzke was inducted into wide shortage. the Lions Club Hall of Fame. ding, our new Rosebud Coun- “Chicken has for years 1 small onion, chopped 2 cups yogurt Next years convention will ty Library director. been the most popular meat 2 cloves minced garlic 1 Tbsp. brown sugar be in Great Falls. He also After our meal we held a in the United States, and short business meeting. 2 chicken breasts, cubed 1 Tbsp. honey brought back some vehicle experts and analysts have signs for Lions Club, if you Pat Brunner conducted the cited several reasons for the 1 can cream of chicken soup Mix together fruit in a bowl. are interested talk to Dennis. installation of officers; Lisa current deficit,” Reis The- 3 cups chicken broth In a separate bowl mix yogurt, The club is getting the box Blevins, Treasurer and Con- bault reports for The Wash- nie Brown, Secretary. brown sugar and honey fixed at Riverside Park so ington Post. “Some are relat- 2 cups broccoli florets people can have electricity We will take the summer ed to the coronavirus — pan- 1 cup cheese together. In separate bowls again for gatherings. off then reconvene in Sept. demic-spurred disruptions in salt and pepper to taste place a cup of fruit mixture, Next meeting will be the for our meetings. If you are the market and supply chain interested in becoming a Heat oil in a large skillet. then drizzle with the yogurt first Monday in June on the and an increased demand for 7th. . member contact Linda Cor- a comfort food that is take- Add chopped onion, garlic mix. nett at 356-7100. out- or delivery-friendly.” and cubed chicken. Cook on Happy Mother’s Day

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Colstrip owners sue Forsyth student tests positive for COVID-19 Stokke AnguS Staff Report Continued from Page 1 plant. NorthWestern and YeArling regiStered BlAck AnguS BullS day. Talen Montana argue a A Forsyth School District 7-12 student tested positive Private Treaty Forsyth, MT unanimous vote is needed to for COVID-19, according to an announcement by Oregon has a similar ban Sons of: on coal power beginning in close the plant or even one of Superintendent Dinny Bennett. the two remaining generating Bennett said the district was informed of the positive 2030, so some of the power • A A R TEN X 5903 plant owners have been units, according to the lawsuit diagnosis on Monday afternoon. According to the reluctant to spend money on filed by the majority owners. Rosebud County Health Department, the students who • Larsen Remendy 34U repairs that aren’t necessary When the parties did not may have been in contact with the student will be • Larsen Spotlite 21S reach a negotiated settlement, notified and quarantined, if necessary. to keep the plant running past • S A V Rainfall 6846 2025, The Billings Gazette NorthWestern sought If any students and staff are at further risk of reported. arbitration. Talen proposed exposure, the Rosebud County Health Department will • Sitz Commerce 670F that it involve three be in contact with that person to determine a safe and Puget Sound Energy, Tested BVD-PI free • Genomically Enhanced EPD’s Avista Corp., Portland arbitrators and take place in appropriate course of action, Bennett said. Montana with Montana courts It is still recommended that any person who feels sick General Electric and Sam฀(406)฀698-8968฀•฀Zach฀(406)฀669-3855฀ PacificCorp together own having jurisdiction. or ill, seek out their medical provider for specific 70% of the power plant. Talen On April 13, Puget Sound instructions. JuStin฀(406)฀351-1371 Montana and NorthWestern Energy and other out-of-state Energy, who do not face coal- owners filed a petition to power bans, own the rest. compel arbitration before one REMINDER In February, NorthWestern arbitrator in Spokane, Energy sought to have the Washington, as required nd owners negotiate over under the operating contract. 2 HALF 2020 REAL ESTATE TAXES whether a majority vote or On the same day, the Montana 2nd Half 2020 Real Estate Taxes unanimous vote was required Legislature passed the bill to determine the obligations that, in effect, would require are due May 31, 2021 of each owner to fund the arbitration to take place They must be postmarked by June 1, 2021 operations and what vote was in the manner sought by needed to close the power NorthWestern and Talen. to be current. If you have any questions 2021 Mobile Home Taxes please call 346-7661 Mobile Home Tax bills have been mailed Rosebud County Treasurer 1st half 2021 Mobile Home Taxes are due June 1, 2021. 1200 Main Street, PO Box 167 They must be postmarked by June 1, 2021 to be current. Forsyth, MT 59327 If you did not receive a tax notice or have any questions Penalty and interest will be charged please call 406-346-7661 as of June 2, 2021. May 31,2021 is a holiday so payments made on Rosebud County Treasurer Monday, June 1, 2021 will be considered current. 1200 Main Street, PO Box 167 If taxes are not paid by July 31, 2021 Rosebud County Forsyth, MT 59327 will attach a tax lien to the property and it may be Penalty and interest will be charged as of June 2, 2021 assigned to a third party. Interest at the rate of 5/6 of 1% a month and penalty of 2% Interest at the rate of 5/6 of 1% a month and penalty of 2% will be charged as of June 2, 2021. will be charged as of June 2, 2021.

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Classifieds Classified and Display Advertising deadline is Monday at noon. Help Wanted fOr rent

Apartment For Rent The Rails Inn Motel/Westwind Motor Inn 2 Bedroom, 1 bath Haugo Center in Forsyth Close to school & hospital Available for your next event. Is accepting applications for a part time Front Desk Call 351-1541 Riverview Villa Housing Now accepting applications clerk. Pick up and return application to the Rails Antelope Creek Apartments Inn Front Desk. Must be polite, have a cheerful atti- Now taking applications tude, cleanly dressed, able to take instructions, coop- Call to Schedule erate with other employees and employer, hours are (406)351-1399 Colstrip Inn & Suites 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. 3 to 4 days a week, including some weekends. Check guests in & out, perform Front Desk some daily bookwork, take reservations, team player, $9/hr. All Shifts Available starting pay $9.50 per hour. No Phone calls please. Looking for rentals 406-748-3400 in Colstrip? Please call or stop in for an app! Metro Property Management has 2-3 Bedroom Apartments, Rosebud County Library is hiring a Technology Townhouses, Duplexes The Rails Inn Motel/Westwind Motor Inn Librarian. The position is (31) hours a week, start- & Mobile Home Lots in Forsyth ing pay is $13.50 per hour, with raises according This institution is an equal Furnished & opportunity provider. Unfurnished Units Is accepting applications for part time housekeepers. to county policy. Paid holidays, vacation, and sick 6701 Hollister Pick up and return applications to front desk of The time included. You must be able to pass a back- or 748-3016 EHO Rails Inn. Job description; clean rooms & all areas ground check. Qualified candidates will be profi- in motel, etc., hours are normally 8 or 9 a.m. to 2 cient in technology and social media management, real eState or 3 p.m. daily, pay $9.00 per hour. No Phone calls possess excellent customer service skills, and be please. able to effectively communicate with all types of people. Complete job description and application are available at Rosebud County Library, 201 N 9th HELP WANTED Ave, Forsyth, Montana. Applications must also in- Activities Director clude a resume and cover letter. Questions should be directed to Yvonne Redding, (406) 346-7561 or The Rosebud County Senior Citizens program is [email protected]. Position is open until filled. accepting applications for an Activities Director at the Forsyth Senior Citizen Center. Under general supervision, directs an ongoing program of fOr Sale [email protected] meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of the senior citizens. Sets up activities, "Buying or Selling? Call me today to create your custom real estate plan." greets people to the Center, prepares monthly fOrSyth calendar of events, publicizes, promotes and attends 390 N.11th Ave. - SOLD all senior activities. Provides relief transportation 385 N. 2nd Ave.-SOLD for clients with medical needs. Position is 25 hours 1027 river Street - SOLD per week, with possibility of more hours. Starting wage DOE. Must possess a valid Montana Driver’s cOLStrip License. A complete list of qualifications and job 15 Maple ct. - SOLD description along with applications are available at the Rosebud County Commissioners’ Office, 1200 Main Street, Forsyth MT, or on the county website, http://rosebudcountymt.gov. Hemman named to MCC Alumni Hall of Fame Staff Report Washington, Director of Hos- ServiceS aUtO pital Education, Respiratory Miles Community College Nurse Specialist and Coordi- is pleased to announce that nator of Respiratory Care, detailing Dr. Eileen A. Hemman, COL Director of Mobilization, Glass & Screen replacement (Ret.) has been named the Education and Training, done in our store 2020-2021 Distinguished Regional Consultant for Professional Alumni Award recipient. Dr. Army Nurse Recruiting, and Hemman was set to be Chief 47th Combat Support Auto Detailing!!! inducted into the MCC Alum- Hospital. By Tyler Bishop ni Hall of Fame at the 2020 Dr. Hemman is the recipi- Commencement ceremonies ent of many civilian and mili- last May, but events were tary awards including the 1195 Main Street If you enjoy driving a new, postponed due to the COVID- Legion of Merit, the Merito- fresh, clean vehicle 19 pandemic. rious Service Medal, the Forsyth ~ 346-2529 give me a call. Inductees to the Distin- Order of Military Medical guished Alumni Hall of Fame Merit, Army Parachutist I offer complete detailing are selected for exhibiting Badge, the Expert Field MEDICARE on anything; high professional achieve- Medial Badge, Outstanding Supplements & Senior Health Bikes, Boats, Trucks, ment, having an established Research Mentor, Nancy Many companies to choose from Planes, Company Vehicles, a legacy of community ser- Whitten Outstanding IRB vice, and giving evidence of Are you paying too much with no Busses, etc. (Institutional Research life-time achievement and Board) member. service? Interior, Exterior or service since beginning their Her works have been pub- Call Jeff Boggs Paint Corrections. educational career at MCC. lished in books and journals (406) 234-3307 406-351-9489 Candidates must have including Critical Care Nurs- 519 Main St. Suite C received an associate's ing, Military Medicine, Jour- Miles City, MT nal of Continuing Education in Nursing, Journal of Nurs- ing Leadership, Journal of Nursing Administration, StateWide claSSifiedS Nurse Educator, Journal of Submitted Photo Radiology Nursing, Joint Dr. Eileen A. Hemman, COL (Ret.) has been named the 2020-2021 Commission Journal on Qual- ONLINE Teacher Certifi- years’ experience in a MULTIPLE FULL-TIME Distinguised Alumni Award recipent at MCC. ity and Patient Safety, and cation offered through Mon- healthcare environment TEACHER OPENINGS at the American Journal of tana Western. Programs preferred. Position is eligi- Choteau Public Schools for degree from MCC and/or She will also provide the Nursing. She has also served designed for teachers seek- ble for comprehensive ben- 2021-22 school year: (1) full- have attended MCC for a commencement address. on multiple panels and ing advancement and indi- efits, and Wage will be time 2nd grade. (1) 7-12 sci- minimum of one full academ- Dr. Hemman was born in Boards to include Govern- viduals interested in becom- determined on experience ence. (1) 7-12 Family and ic year. Miles City and graduated ment Liaison on the Congres- ing a teacher. Accessible and qualifications. To apply Consumer Sciences. (1) 7-12 "We are thrilled to be able from Custer County High sionally Directed Medical wherever you are. Call (406) please submit resume to: math. Requirements: valid to honor Dr. Hemman at this School in 1969. She entered Research, Institutional 683-7537 or go to www. Northwest Community MT Educator License w/ year's commencement," said the first class of Nursing Stu- Research Review Boards and umwestern.edu/online for Health Center 320 E 2nd appropriate endorsement or MCC President Ron Slinger. dents at Miles Community Board Member Covenant more information. Street, Libby, MT 59923 or ability to obtain proper cer- "While it was unfortunate to College, graduating in 1971. Bible Seminary. Dr. Hemman via email to maria.clem- tification. Starting salary have to postpone last year's In addition to her degree has also presented at institu- Northwest Community [email protected] $30,104 with $2,000 signing celebration due to our com- from MCC, she holds a BSN tions such as AMSUS (The Health Center is looking for bonus for teachers with 0-4 mencement being held virtu- from Montana State Univer- Society of Federal Health a motivated and team ori- K-8 certified teacher years experience; 8 years ally, it was important for us sity, MSN from University of Professional), TSNRP, Triser- ented Full Time Certified Mountain View Elementary. experience accepted. Appli- to be able to honor and recog- Colorado Medical Center, and vice Nursing Research Pro- Pharmacy Technician to Send Resume to Mountain cations at school or at www. nize Dr. Hemman in person EdD from Seattle University. gram), Biennial Phyllis J. join our pharmacy team. View Elementary, Box 1169, choteauschools.net, under for her outstanding legacy. She worked at the Veter- Verhonick Nursing Research The successful candidate Cut Bank MT 59427. Email “Forms” tab. Open until As we celebrate the 50th ans hospital full time during Course, and ATACCC will be able to work in a fast questions to JerryHofer73@ filled. Contact: Supt. Chuck anniversary of the gradua- her school attendance. In (Advanced Technology Appli- paced environment, display gmail.com or call (406)336- Gameon, chuck.gameon@ tion of MCC's first Nursing 1977 she entered the Army cations to Combat Casualty competencies in performing 2638. choteauschools.net, (406) class, it only seems appropri- Reserves and eventually Care). detail-oriented work with 466-5364. ate that our honoree be an transitioned to Active Duty, Dr. Hemman formally accuracy, interact with staff CABIN FEVER “Live” MCC Nursing graduate from retiring in the rank of Colo- retired in 2019 and resides in and patients in a positive AUCTION, Sat., May 8th, MONTANA DEPT. of Rev- that class who has gone on to nel in 2004. Dr. Hemman Steilacoom, Washington. way, and be able to make 9a.m., Fairgrounds, Lewis- enue Unclaimed Property Bi- have an exceptional military held numerous positions dur- A livestream of the 2021 critical decisions as neces- town, MT. Western Art, CM Weekly Online Auctions. and civilian career." ing her military and civilian Commencement ceremony, sary. Job requires high Russell signed postcard, Al www.MontanaUP.org or Dr. Hemman will be recog- careers including Perinatal include Dr. Hemman's recog- school diploma and State of Furstnow collection, gold www.LSA.cc. Gold Coins, nized at MCC's 81st Com- Clinical Research Nurse, nition and commencement Montana Pharmacy Techni- coins, MT history, See cata- Jewelry, Collectibles & more! mencement Ceremony on Chief of Managed Care, address, will be available on cian License. Experience log @ ShobeAuction.com 13% BP, 3% Cash Discount. Saturday, May 8, at 10:00am Senior Clinical Educator and the MCC YouTube page with pharmacy computer (406) 366-5125 Burgess7878 at Denton Field in Miles City. Faculty at University of (www.youtube.com). systems, and/or one or more PAGE 9/ Thursday, May 6,2021 Independent Press

LEGAL NOTICES Boys and Girls Club has reopened

By Pamela Ash people on the reservation and from 2:30 pm to 6 p.m. for ********************************* and any late registrants will bring a nion Staff Writer the lunch bags for the kids on ten kids ages 9-12 years old NOTICE OF CLOSE Certificate of Late Registration to Judge of District Court Fridays. Monday, May 17, open the School District Clerks to receive NOTICE OF HEARING OF REGULAR VOTER The Boys and Girls Club from 2:30 pm to 6 p.m. for a ballot. Late registrants may bring NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that The 600 bag lunches are REGISTRATION of the Northern Cheyenne ten kids ages 5-8 years old their Certificate to the district after the Timothy Roberts, Personal Rep- set up by staff and delivered AND OPTION FOR LATE new late registration deadline, but resentative of the estate has Nation filed will reopen on a limit- to vehicles as they pull up in Tuesday, May 18, open REGISTRATION must be in line to receive a ballot no herein a Final Account, Petition for ed basis Tuesday, May 4th, front of the Club. The driv- from 2:30 pm to 6 p.m. for Notice is hereby given that regular* later than 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Approval of Fees and for Settlement and the limited schedule will ers stay in their vehicles and ten kids ages 9-12 years old voter registration for COLSTRIP Dated this 22th day of April, 2021 and Distribution of Estate which may be followed until the end of all participants and staff are Wednesday, May 19, open SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.19 BUILD- Joan K. Duffield be examined in the office of the Clerk May, at which time the from 2:30 pm to 6 p.m. for ING RESERVE LEVY ELECTION required to wear masks. Rosebud County Election Adminis- of the above Court. Administration will evaluate ten kids ages 5-8 years old to be held on June 15, 2021 by mail trator Hearing has been set thereon at The plan is to do a random CDC guidelines and make Thursday, May 20, open ballot, will close at 5:00 PM on May 406-346-7318 the courtroom of the above-entitled drawing on Facebook for the adjustments to add more from 2:30 pm to 6 p.m. for 17, 2021. (Published April 29, May 6 and May Court in Forsyth, County of Rosebud, first group of 5-8 year old *NOTE: If you miss this regular reg- time and kids to the schedule ten kids ages 9-12 years old 13, 2021) State of Montana, on the 21st day of kids and 9-12 year old kids istration deadline, you may still regis- if allowable. The current plan is for the MNAXLP June, 2021, at 11:00 a.m., at which that will be participating at ter for the election by showing up at ************************************ time and place all interested persons The Club has been closed Lame Deer Unit only. The the Rosebud County Election Office the Club during May 4th – MONTANA SIXTEENTH JUDI- may appear and object. since the start of the pan- Ashland and Busby Units are UNTIL 12:00 P.M. Monday, June 14, DATED: April 29, 2021 demic to protect kids and 13th. At that time, a second scheduled to open on June 7. 2021, the Day Before the Election. CIAL DISTRICT COURT, ROSE- PATTEN, PETERMAN, BEKKE- staff from COVID-19. The drawing will be held for the All schedules and plans for You may NOT register and Vote on BUD COUNTY DAHL & GREEN, PLLC Club has been an outlet for second group of members the summer months are con- Election Day. This change is due to In the Matter of the Estate of By: PATRICK G.N. BEDDOW providing some of the needed that will be added. All kids Montana Legislature passing of HB THOMAS MORRIS ROBERTS, (Published May 6, 13, and 20, 2021) tingent on the ability to keep Deceased. in the drawings must have 176 on April 19, 2021. MNAXLP supplies and groceries to the staff and kids safe during Voter Registration must still be done Probate Case No.: DP 2018-22 people on the reservation current membership applica- this pandemic. The Busby through the County Election Office The Honorable Nickolas C. Mur- since they have been closed. tions on file. Unit currently has an open- They also have been provid- Thursday, May 6, open ing for a unit director, and PUBLIC NOTICE ing 600 lunches for kids on from 2:30 pm to 6 p.m. for Emma Harris asks that any- Fridays to help them have ten kids ages 9-12 years old one interested call her at the Notice is hereby given that Westmoreland Rosebud Mining LLC, a Montana corporation with offices nutritious lunches for week- Tuesday, May 11, open Boys and Girls Club 477- west of Colstrip, Montana, has filed a request for partial bond release for Phase I reclamation work in ends. As long as funding is from 2:30 pm to 6 p.m. for 6654, extension 110 for infor- Area A (C1986003A) of the Rosebud Mine, Colstrip, Montana under the Montana Strip and Underground available, the Club will con- ten kids ages 5-8 years old mation about the position. Mine Reclamation Act and Permanent Regulatory Program. The Area A Surface Mine Permit was tinue to provide food to the Thursday, May 13, open originally approved on October 12, 1986. PUBLIC NOTICE The proposed release area, containing 232.0 acres more or less, is located within portions of the following

legal descriptions: Notice is hereby given that Westmoreland Rosebud Mining LLC, a Montana corporation with offices

west of Colstrip, Montana, has filed a request for bond release. The request by Westmoreland Rosebud The area for which partial release is requested is located in portions of the following sections: Mining LLC is for partial bond liability release. The request is for approximately 471.0 acres of Phase II

and 331.0 acres of Phase III reclamation release of Rosebud Mine Area C near Colstrip, Montana under Rosebud County, Area A the Montana Strip and Underground Mine Reclamation Act and Permanent Regulatory Program. Surface Phase I Mine Permit C1985003C was originally issued on August 20, 1982. T1N, R40E Section 1 T1N. R41E Sections 3, 5, and 6 The area for which partial release is requested is located in portions of the following sections: T2N, R40E Section 36 T2N, R41E Sections 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, and 35 Area C – Rosebud County Phase II Phase III Westmoreland is requesting a monetary reduction in the reclamation bond for $80,000. The total amount T1N, R39E Sec. 2 T1N, R40E Sec. 1, 2, 10, 11, 12, 15, and 16 of bond in effect for the permit area is $32,750,000. All backfill and regrade was completed prior to and T1N, R40E Sec. 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, and 16 during 2019 in accordance with the approved plan. All drill holes have been properly abandoned. T2N, R39E Sec. 34 and 35 T2N, R40E Sec. 31, 32, and 33 The application is available for inspection at the Department of Environmental Quality office located at 1218 East 6th Ave., Helena, Montana. Electronic copies of the application may be requested by visiting Westmoreland is requesting a monetary reduction in the reclamation bond for $2,360,000. The total the website http://deq.mt.gov/Public/ea/coal or by emailing [email protected]. amount of bond remaining in effect for the Area C permit would be $38,890,000. Westmoreland has completed all reclamation as approved. All backfill, regrade, drainage control has been done; all soils Written comments, objections, or requests for informal conferences maybe submitted by any person with have been replaced; revegetation has been established prior to or during 2015 and was completed in an interest that is or may be adversely affected within 30 days of the last published announcement to the accordance with the approved Reclamation Plan. All drill holes have been properly abandoned and Montana Department of Environmental Quality, Coal and Opencut Mining Program, PO Box 200901, noxious weeds are controlled in accordance with the approved plan. Helena, Montana 59620-0901 or by emailing [email protected]. The application is available for inspection at the Department of Environmental Quality office located at th (Published May 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2021) 1218 East 6 Ave., Helena, Montana. Electronic copies of the application may be requested by visiting MNAXLP the website http://deq.mt.gov/Public/ea/coal or by emailing [email protected].

Written comments, objections, or requests for informal conferences maybe submitted by any person with PUBLIC NOTICE an interest that is or may be adversely affected within 30 days of the last published announcement to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, Coal and Opencut Mining Program, PO Box 200901, Notice is hereby given that Westmoreland Rosebud Mining LLC, a Montana corporation with offices Helena, Montana 59620-0901 or by emailing [email protected]. west of Colstrip, Montana, has filed a request for bond release. The request by Westmoreland Rosebud Mining LLC is for partial bond liability release. The request is for approximately 444.0 acres of Phase II (Published May 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2021) and 475.0 acres of Phase III reclamation release of Rosebud Mine Area A near Colstrip, Montana under MNAXLP the Montana Strip and Underground Mine Reclamation Act and Permanent Regulatory Program. Surface Mine Permit C1986003A was originally issued on October 12, 1986.

The area for which partial release is requested is located in portions of the following sections:

Area A – Rosebud County Phase II Phase III T1N, R40E Sec. 1 T1N, R40E Sec. 1 T1N, R41E Sec. 3, 5, and 6 T1N, R41E Sec. 5, 6, and 7 T2N, R40E Sec. 36 T2N, R40E Sec. 36 T2N, R41E Sec. 29, 30, 31, 32, 34, and 35 T2N, R41E Sec. 29, 30, 31, 32, and 33

Westmoreland is requesting a monetary reduction in the reclamation bond for $1,530,000. The total amount of bond remaining in effect for the Area A permit would be $31,220,000. Westmoreland has completed all reclamation as approved. All backfill, regrade, drainage control has been done; all soils have been replaced; revegetation has been established prior to or during 2015 and was completed in accordance with the approved Reclamation Plan. All drill holes have been properly abandoned and noxious weeds are controlled in accordance with the approved plan.

The application is available for inspection at the Department of Environmental Quality office located at 1218 East 6th Ave., Helena, Montana. Electronic copies of the application may be requested by visiting the website http://deq.mt.gov/Public/ea/coal or by emailing [email protected].

Written comments, objections, or requests for informal conferences maybe submitted by any person with an interest that is or may be adversely affected within 30 days of the last published announcement to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, Coal and Opencut Mining Program, PO Box 200901, Helena, Montana 59620-0901 or by emailing [email protected].

(Published May 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2021) MNAXLP

PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that Westmoreland Rosebud Mining LLC, a Montana limited liability company with offices west of Colstrip, Montana, has filed a request for partial bond release for Phase I reclamation work in Area C (C1985003C) of the Rosebud Mine, Colstrip, Montana under the Montana Strip and Underground Mine Reclamation Act and Permanent Regulatory Program. The Area C Surface Mine Permit was originally approved on August 20, 1982.

The proposed release area, containing 213.0 acres, more or less, is located within portions of the following legal descriptions:

The area for which partial release is requested is located in portions of the following sections:

Area C – Rosebud County Phase I T1N, R39E Sec. 2 T1N, R40E Sec. 2, 3, 6, 9, 10, 11, and 16 T2N, R39E Sec. 34 and 35

Westmoreland is requesting a monetary reduction in the reclamation bond for $560,000. The total amount of bond in effect for the permit area is $40,690,000. All backfill and regrade was completed prior to and during 2019 in accordance with the approved plan. All drill holes have been properly abandoned.

The application is available for inspection at the Department of Environmental Quality office located at 1218 East 6th Ave., Helena, Montana. Electronic copies of the application may be requested by visiting the website http://deq.mt.gov/Public/ea/coal or by emailing [email protected].

Written comments, objections, or requests for informal conferences maybe submitted by any person with an interest that is or may be adversely affected within 30 days of the last published announcement to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, Coal and Opencut Mining Program, PO Box 200901, Helena, Montana 59620-0901 or by emailing [email protected].

(Published May 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2021) MNAXLP

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Development Corp. receives regional state certification Staff Report local and regional economic was approved, though. brings a commitment of to support the region’s busi- across the region involving and community goals. The SEMDC has steadily grown funding for the next year ness development strategy. seven different communities. The State of Montana announcement letter praised to become a highly effective that is critical to continuing SEMDC was also successful This information is used to Department of Commerce SEMDC stating that “It is force in our area. They have efforts to support develop- in 2020 in acquiring $12 mil- maintain and update local recently announced its desig- evident from the activities dozens and dozens of active ment in the region. lion in grant funding for the and regional plans, thus nation of Certified Regional accomplished in 2020 and the projects going all the time. “This designation provides cities and counties within the opening the door for grants Development Corporations planned action for 2021 that Within the last year, they’ve foundational funding, which region. They also prepare an and loans. For this and many (CRDC) in Montana. your organization continues been actively engaged in is highly leveraged to sup- annual Comprehensive Eco- other reasons SEMDC is vital For the 16th year, South- to demonstrate the capacity more than 36 projects, repre- port the ongoing work by nomic Development Strategy to Eastern Montana and will eastern Montana Develop- to deliver core economic senting over $13 million dol- SEMDC, such as Business, (CEDS) providing eligibility be able to continue their ment Corporation (SEMDC) development services.” lars in funding across the Financial, Grant, Planning for entities within the region work. was approved as one of 11 “This is good news for our region.” and Advocacy Assistance.” to access outside funding for For additional information groups to continue its service region,” SEMDC Board of on the CRDC re-certification, According to Jim Atchi- SEMDC manages four loan critical needs for community to the four-county area of Directors President John services and facilities. contact SEMDC at 406-748- son, Executive Director of funds while collaborating Custer, Powder River, Rose- Williams said. “I’m not sur- This strategy is developed 2990 or email Jim Atchison SEMDC, the designation also with the banking community bud, and Treasure in meeting prised that this application through extensive outreach at [email protected].

1 School, 1 Book Hysham students, parents celebrate AG Day

By Pamela Ash ents on the playground. The Continued from Page 1 said. Staff Writer older students had lunch in Second grade student the school lunchroom and wagon for the Oregon Trail Jesse Stevens said his favor- The Hysham community community members and all the students signed ite part of the book was the was invited to participate in enjoyed lunch and a visit in “Independence Rock” on the buffalo stampede. “I liked a barbecue and lunch to cele- the school community room hallway display for the con- Ranger chasing the squirrels, brate Agriculture in the area when it started to rain. tests. The top winner was but he couldn’t catch them. I on Tuesday. The annual event has been the kindergarten class for read ahead and then Mom Sponsored by the Trea- sponsored by the Treasure- the most items packed into read to me on the weekends,” surebelles, DS Ag LLC, and belles in the past, but this their wagon. There were he said. Valley Farmers, the annual year DS Ag LLC and Valley scavenger hunts, timed ques- Twelve-year old Karissa Ag Day celebration was held Farmers joined with them to tions graded for accuracy, an Fraker, sixth grade student, at the Hysham School. The show their appreciation of Escape Room, and a quilt “I wouldn’t have picked the barbecue and side dishes the agricultural community square display. book to read. I thought it IP Photo/Pamela Ash were served to the younger around Hysham. When asked what fifth was too young for me, but it Hysham tudents enjoy lunch outdorrs with their parents. school students and their par- grader Livia Francisco liked turned out to be a good book. most about the book, “I liked I prefer the “Little House on Ranger the best. He always the Prairie” series or poetry, tried his best and I liked the but the activities were fun, funny things he thought. He and it was fun to pack the was energetic and liked to wagon. We put in a fiddle for Hysham Chamber plans summer activities chase squirrels. I read the entertainment, coffee, bed- book and my parents sat and ding, flour, bacon, knives, listened,” she said. and other things. I think the By Pamela Ash next to the Treasure County ensure that the event is seen ment of Commerce Tourism Fourth grader Rebecca kindergarten class won Staff Writer Museum from 1 pm to 3 p.m. by all the pilots. Grant Funds, and the sugges- Brester said, “I liked when because the teachers helped on Aug. 14. Streetfest will Discussion with Leo tion was made that some Ranger jumped in the water them.” The Hysham Chamber of include children’s games and Schmaus and Hanna Schantz tourism grant funding could to save Pa. I read and my With school coming to a Commerce held a planning a poetry presentation at the resulted in an agreement to be used to build public rest- parents listened. I really close for the summer in just meeting Tuesday at the Yucca Theater at 3:30 to cele- disband the Treasure County rooms to encourage use of liked the escape room today a couple of weeks, Principal Hysham School and dis- brate the 90th anniversary of Development Committee and the Hysham downtown area. and we got clues if we got Dixie Seleg wants to remind cussed plans to host the the theater. The dinner and turn that function over to the The Treasure County Muse- stuck on the answers. Rang- parents how important it is annual 4th of July Fun Run street dance will follow. The Chamber. A committee to um is investigating the possi- er should be a search and for children to read through- under the direction of Judi Fly In on the 15th will be take over the function of bility of enlarging their rescue dog.” out the summer and to be Knapp. They agreed to do a hosted by the Chamber if the encouraging downtown building and it was agreed development was formed and Third grade student Zavi- read to. $200 donation to the fire- Lion’s Club decides they that public restrooms in the included Leo Schmaus, Amy er Allison described Ranger “Good reading skills are works display for the 4th aren’t going to do it. The museum might be an option. Robbins, Judi Knapp, and rescuing Sam’s dad in the indicative of future success also. local 4-H Club assists with The next meeting of the Dan Story. river. “Ranger grabbed a in school,” she said, “and As part of the activities the breakfast during the Fly Hysham Chamber of Com- Amy Robbins suggested rope and took it to Pa and with parents’ help, we can during Streetfest, the Cham- In. Bob Miller will contact merce will be held the first requesting grant funding then everyone pulled on the build a “Community of Read- ber will again hold Bingo the flying magazines to Tuesday in September. from the Montana Depart- rope to pull him in. I read ers.” with my Mom and she did Reading professionals rec- some of the reading.” ommend reading material out Kindergarten student loud that is beyond a child’s Chase Nelson said, “Both of own reading level. They also my parents read with me and believe that parents should I really liked the book. I real- continue reading chapter ly liked Ranger, the dog.” books with their children First grader Echo Miller even when they are able to said her favorite part of the read by themselves. As a school activity was writing family activity reading and on the rock. “Ranger was a discussion helps children be cute dog. My Mom read to prepared when school me and I read myself,” she resumes in the fall.

Track team scavenger hunt Friday The Independent Press Weather May 6, 2021 Seven Day Forecast In-Depth Local Forecast Today's Regional Map Friday, May 7, from 5:15 for them at the gas station pm to 6:30 p.m., the Forsyth and washing their wind- Today we will see mostly sunny skies, high of High School Track Team will shield. To build knowledge of Thursday 74°, humidity of 26%. East southeast wind 5 to be holding a scavenger hunt. Forsyth’s history, they will Mostly Sunny Cohagen The athletes will be doing get a picture of themselves 11 mph. The record high for today is 90° set in 71/44 various tasks in town and with a current or former High: 74 Low: 48 1966. Expect partly cloudy skies tonight, taking pictures or videos county commissioner, take a overnight low of 48°. East wind 11 to 14 mph. along the way. picture of the oldest building Friday The scavenger hunt is in town, find names of for- The record low for tonight is 28° set in 1946. Forsyth Miles City meant for team building, per- mer state athletic champions, Mostly Cloudy 74/48 forming random acts of kind- etc. High: 77 Low: 42 Last Week's Regional Almanac 71/46 ness, developing communica- Forsyth residents are Colstrip tion skills, and learning some asked to be on the lookout Date Hi Lo Normals Precip Volborg Saturday Forsyth history. this Friday for these students Tuesday 65 37 63/37 0.00" Hardin 72/48 70/45 Some of the activities the and give them a hand in Rain Likely Wednesday 69 40 63/37 0.00" students will be performing reaching their scavenger Thursday 74 43 64/37 0.00" 75/46 include fueling someone’s car hunt goals. High: 54 Low: 36 Ashland Friday 87 50 64/38 0.00" Lame Deer 73/47 Sunday Saturday 78 53 64/38 0.00" 71/48 Scattered Rain Sunday 55 40 65/38 0.13" High: 51 Low: 33 Monday 59 36 65/39 0.00" Rainfall ...... 0.13" Average ...... temp 56.1° Monday Normal ...... rainfall 0.43" Average ...... normal 50.9° Isolated Rain Departure ...... -0.30" Departure ...... +5.2° High: 57 Low: 40 Local Sun/Moon Chart This Week Tuesday Day Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset Partly Cloudy New Thursday 5:41 a.m. 8:19 p.m. 4:08 a.m. 3:11 p.m. Full High: 58 Low: 39 5/11 Friday 5:40 a.m. 8:20 p.m. 4:27 a.m. 4:16 p.m. 5/26 Saturday 5:38 a.m. 8:22 p.m. 4:45 a.m. 5:20 p.m. Wednesday Sunday 5:37 a.m. 8:23 p.m. 5:03 a.m. 6:24 p.m. Cloudy First Monday 5:35 a.m. 8:24 p.m. 5:22 a.m. 7:28 p.m. Last May 13 is our Tuesday 5:34 a.m. 8:25 p.m. 5:43 a.m. 8:32 p.m. High: 59 Low: 42 5/19 6/2 Graduation Edition Wednesday 5:33 a.m. 8:27 p.m. 6:07 a.m. 9:37 p.m. If you want to buy a Local UV Index National Weather Summary This Week Weather Trivia Grad ad The Northeast will see mostly clear to partly cloudy skies with isolated rain, What is ombrophobia? Call Connie by May 10th highest temperature of 65 in Washington, D.C. The Southeast will experience or email [email protected] mostly clear to partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and thunderstorms, 0 - 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11+ highest temperature of 92 in Immokalee, Fla. The central United States will see ? mostly clear skies with the highest temperature of 93 in Presidio, Texas. In the Northwest there will

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