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Abigail Dennis ate running by assigning bills “I ran the senate for a house for the upcoming session. was elected to the senate. this area,” Schulz said. “It puts The Madisonian to committees and scheduling week last term and enjoyed “Since coming to the “My life revolves around her working very closely with [email protected] floor sessions, Barrett explained. it,” she said. “Things moved legislature 14 years ago, I livestock, water issues, wild- the governor and various depart- Barrett, who serves Sen- smoothly and I knew it was have either been the chair- life populations, public land ments in the state government.” Senator Debby Barrett, ate District 36, which covers something I could do.” man of a committee or elected issues, natural resource devel- Schulz said her position R-Dillon, was named president- Madison, Beaverhead and parts At a caucus meeting imme- to leadership,” Barrett said. opment, predators and private will give her a “front-row” elect of the senate last week. She of Jefferson diately following November’s “I wanted the opportunity to property rights,” Barrett said. seat to what is happen- will serve the position for the County, was general election, Barrett was have the leading position.” “Those issues are the focus of ing in the legislature. upcoming legislative session. vice speaker of nominated for the presidency Barrett was first elected to the bills I’ve sponsored dur- “She’s not someone who On the first day all the sena- the senate in the by Senator Matt Rosendale, the Montana House of Repre- ing my years as a legislator.” is going to sit back and watch tors are sworn in – Jan. 5, 2015 2013 legisla- R-Sidney. She ran against sentatives in 2000 – she served Madison County com- the world go round,” Schulz – Barrett must again be elected tive session. Senator Rick Ripley, R-Wolf eight years as the representa- missioner Dave Schulz concluded. “She is going to be by a majority of the 50 members That experi- Creek, and was elected by the tive for Beaverhead County, said Barrett’s new role a very active senate president.” of the senate before she formally ence generated Republican caucus as presi- where she lives and works on will benefit her district. Barrett said the Republican becomes president. The presi- Senator her interest in dent elect. Republicans hold a cattle ranch. When Barrett “Having someone in that dent of the senate keeps the sen- Debby Barrett the new role. the majority in the senate and termed out of the house, she capacity has obvious benefits to Turn to BARRETT on pg. 2

HUNTING WR AP UP Virginia City tourism benefit to Madison County

Abigail Dennis impact those areas have to the The Madisonian greater region … we’re looking [email protected] at a broad economic impact.” Maybe the most meaning- Virginia City and Nevada ful finding shows that for every City are popular destina- dollar the state invested in the tions for Montana tourists towns, they got a return of $48, and out-of-staters. Now, a which is a 4,700 percent return Courtesy of FWP. recently released economic on investment, according to impact study about the towns Elijah Allen, executive director shows how they affect Madi- of the Montana Heritage Com- General big game season on son County as a whole. mission, which is the organiza- “Virginia City and Nevada tion that manages the towns. City are huge attractions for That $48 is distributed trend with years past visitors taking a back route to statewide, Allen said, and in- Yellowstone National Park,” cludes what the hotel industry, Abigail Dennis The Alder check station season than last year.” from the southwest To- said Rob Gilmore with the restaurants, retail shops and The Madisonian has only been operating for Waltee said that trend was bacco Root (Mountains).” Northern Rocky Mountain Eco- more make from the visitors. [email protected] two years – Waltee said he driven by two things: hunters On the other side of the nomic Development District, has been gathering produc- could harvest antlerless elk all county, FWP biologist Julie “I am hopeful that citizens the organization that com- Montana’s general big tive information and plans to season this year as opposed Cunningham ran the Cameron along with the Montana state pleted the study. “We’re trying game season drew to a close on continue running the check to the first two weeks of the check station. Though all the legislature realize that this to understand the economic Nov. 30, and Madison Coun- station next hunting season. season last year, and a storm “data crunching” from the historical site not only repre- ty’s two check stations showed “Our harvest was up a front rolled in near the end of Cameron check station is not sents the early beginnings of Montana’s history and heritage average hunter success. little bit this year,” Waltee ex- the season and pushed some complete yet, Cunningham “The findings show “Generally speaking, we plained. “I checked 71 elk this elk down out of the mountains. said it was an above average but it contributes to the tour- just how much Virginia ism and economic stability of saw about the same number of year relative to 62 last year.” The majority of the year in terms of harvest. and Nevada City con- hunters as we did last year,” Though there were more hunters Waltee sees comes “We had a good num- Montana’s success,” Allen said. tributes to the overall “The findings show just how Fish Wildlife and Parks biolo- hunters earlier in the season, from the Gravelly, Snow- ber of elk, which is prob- state economy and gist Dean Waltee, who manned harvest distribution was differ- crest, Greenhorn and Ruby ably because we had a more much Virginia and Nevada City Madison County.” contributes to the overall state the Alder check station, said. ent than last year, Waltee said. Mountain ranges he said. liberal season type in the – Elijah Allen, “The bulk of the hunting “We had fewer elk har- “I’d say 85 percent comes area,” Cunningham said. economy and Madison County.” executive director, The state purchased the pressure came in the first two vested earlier in the year,” he from the middle and up- The more liberal sea- Montana weeks of the season and then said. “We had significantly per Ruby,” he said. “The Turn to V.C. on pg. 2 hunter numbers declined.” more harvested later in the remaining 15 percent are Turn to HUNTING on pg. 2

Abigail Dennis/ Weak snowpack means The Madisonian CARCASS An early cold snap this year followed by a large snowfall avalanche danger made the snow pack unstable. COMPOSTING

Abigail Dennis to stabilize the snowpack,” Nevada City dump proposed The Madisonian Chabot said. “The facets on [email protected] the ground right now are not site for composting facility as bad as they were last year, The Gallatin National Forest but they’re still significant.” Abigail Dennis posting site include conservation Avalanche Center (GNFAC) list- Chabot said his fingers are The Madisonian districts, watershed groups, Mad- ed the avalanche threat level as crossed that the backcoun- [email protected] ison County government, ranch- ‘considerable’ for the Madison try will start to strengthen ers, the Montana Department of and Gallatin ranges on Mon- in the next month. The idea for a carcass Transportation, Montana Depart- day, Dec. 1, downgrading from “I’m more hopeful right composting facility in Madison ment of Natural Resources and a warning issued last week. now than I was last year at County has been kicked around Conservation, National Resource Avalanche conditions are this time,” he said. “What’s for two years – now, the diverse Conservation Service and Mon- prevalent throughout South- incredible and amazing partners involved in the plan tana Fish, Wildlife and Parks. west Montana, according about the snow is that stabil- have narrowed down a site they The proposed Twin to Doug Chabot, avalanche ity can change so quickly.” think would be conducive to Bridges site was abandoned specialist with the GNFAC. housing a composting facil- after the partners received “Two weeks ago, when Heading out in the ity – the Nevada City dump. public comment and a vari- we had a really serious cold mountains? “It’s the same process we ety of issues were raised. snap, all the snow on the If you are recreating in went through with Twin Bridg- “The main reason was the ground turned into sugary the backcountry, Chabot es,” Kris Inman with the Wildlife proximity to the (Twin Bridges) facets,” Chabot said. “Those recommends digging snow Conservation Society said, refer- airport,” commissioner Dan facets are really weak.” pits to check for the weak ring to earlier in the year when Happel explained. “There was Those weak facets were then facets at the ground layer. the Twin Bridges dump was still some resistance from the airport given the task of supporting “If you see that weak layer, a proposed site. “We want to get board, which made sense. more than three feet of snow in you have a problem,” he said. public input and give people an There was concern that the the mountains in Madison and “That layer isn’t everywhere. opportunity to ask questions and (facility) may attract birds.” Gallatin counties, Chabot said. You can get out there, but use tell us how they feel about it.” The group spearheading the “Basically, we’re look- extra caution, especially if The diverse partners involved facility received a $10,000 grant ing for small loading events you’re going on anything steep.” in organizing and facilitating the implementation of a carcass com- Turn to CARCASS on pg. 2

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BARRETT from pg. 1 cipled instead of political office. the balance. I want to ben- “I am still the senator from “It appeared that people efit all of working Montana, Southwest Montana,” she said. caucus is meeting later this in government were the big not just the government.” “I will be working for all my week to determine priorities winners in the 2013 session,” Barrett said her new constituents, but at the same and goals. Personally, she said she said. “In this session, role will not impact her time, I also have the job of she is focusing on a “smooth 2015, I want to bring back job representing SD 36. managing the whole senate.” running session” and a prin-

HUNTING from pg. 1 rate, up from last year’s said. “That moved some elk County, Cunningham said. 10.7 percent success rate. and we saw a lot of success Since there will be no son refers to the new rule After a great opening the fourth weekend, which is season extension in the area, that hunters could harvest weekend, success rates tapered historically really quiet.” Waltee said the next step is cows all season long. off until the fourth weekend of The majority of hunters “letting the dust settle.” According to FWP data the season, Cunningham said. who pass through the Cam- “Then we’ll start getting (see image), 2,516 hunters “We had a big pull of eron check station hunt in the in the planes and helicopters,” passed through the Cameron weather midseason with cold Gravelly and Madison Moun- he said. “We need to get a station, harvesting 236 total temperatures and snow,” she tain ranges in south Madison winter population count.” elk for a 12 percent success

V.C. from pg. 1 shows there are dollars and jobs more expansion is huge. With towns from Charles and Sue in the county as a direct result 260 acres, more than 1 mil- Bovey in 1997, but saw a of Virginia City and Nevada lion historical artifacts and 250 record number of visitors in City’s presence in the area. original structures, the towns To check out the study, 2014. According to the Insti- “People spend a lot of are one of the largest histori- tute for Tourism and Recre- money in Madison County cal sites in the United States. go to the MHC website at ation Research, there were an getting (to Virginia City) “When you’re around it all estimated 463,704 visitors in and leaving there,” Schulz the time, when you see it all www.virginiacitymt.com. 2014 alone – 66 percent of those said. “Then they’re spending the time you forget about how visitors were from out of area. money while they’re here.” magical it is,” Gilmore said. Madison County commis- Gilmore said the data used “For someone coming from sioner Dave Schulz said it is was “conservative” and that a huge city, it is magical.” “evident” to him that the study the potential in the area for

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Abigail Dennis Barnosky said. “I agreed.” the opportunity to have a say the group more strength He also serves as the voice of tion,” he said. “Producers The Madisonian The Southwestern Mon- in the issues affecting the than one individual would the association – submitting are busy on the ground so [email protected] tana Stockmen’s Association Southwest Montana livestock have,” Hagenbarth explained. comments on issues requir- the organization is able to is a group of 130 producers industry, former president “(The group) gives produc- ing input from stockgrowers. keep an eye on things.” Neil Barnosky, a Madison ers local representation.” “Essentially, the president Barnosky has been ranch- County rancher, was named Hagenbarth said he be- leads the group on the issues ing full-time on his fam- the president of the South- “Producers are busy on the lieves Barnosky is a great presented,” Hagenbarth said. ily ranch outside of Sheridan western Montana Stock- choice to lead the association. “He gets important informa- since 1981, but he was born men’s Association on Nov. 17, ground, so the organization “He’s a great man and tion out to the other members.” and raised on the land and following a nomination for is able to keep an eye on he’s been part of a lot of Issues that are impor- ranching is in his blood. the position by the associa- committees,” Hagenbarth tant to stockgrowers in “I enjoy the work,” he said tion’s board of directors. things.” – Neil Barnosky said. “He’s very involved Southwest Montana range simply. “We’re producing a “I’ve been on the board of and knows the issues.” from sage-grouse legisla- healthful, nutritious product in directors for a few years and from Madison, Beaverhead John Hagenbarth said. As president, Barnosky is tion to the brucellosis is- a very productive way. We’re they asked if I would be the and Silver Bow counties. The “Getting numbers back- responsible for organizing two sue, Barnosky explained. managing the resource so we president for at least one year,” involved producers receive ing the same issues gives producer meetings every year. “It’s a useful organiza- can do it year after year.” Madison County continues relationship with MSU Extension

Abigail Dennis animal nutrition to animal ferson County’s contribu- The Madisonian health to hay recommenda- tion,” Schulz said. “Our [email protected] tions, farming recommenda- total participation this year tions … anything ag related. is approximately $55,000.” At the Madison County The extension either has Commissioner Dan Hap- commissioners’ regular board knowledge of the topic or a pel said sharing the exten- meeting on Nov. 24, all three resource to seek answers to sion office with Jefferson commissioners – Jim Hart, whatever questions come up.” County “just makes sense.” Dan Happel and Dave Schulz Tara Mastel is one of the “Neither county can – voted in favor of continuing extension agents based out of support the cost of an an agreement with the Mon- Whitehall. She said there are office alone,” he ex- tana State University Exten- more ag clientele in Madison plained. “But they have sion Office that services Mad- County than Jefferson County. a very good program.” ison and Jefferson counties. “It’s probably because Schulz said he was in favor “Because we’re a joint, there is more fertile ground of continuing the agreement two-county extension office, and a bigger cattle indus- because Madison County it’s a cooperative agreement try (in Madison County),” residents definitely take ad- between Madison County and she said. “We work with vantage of the resources the the extension and Jefferson a lot of people there.” extension office has to offer. County and the extension,” The extension office also “For example, they hold a Schulz told The Madisonian focuses on youth in both coun- rancher roundtable every few after the meeting. “It’s an ties and is hugely involved months and bring in a spe- agreement to provide ser- in 4-H, Mastel explained. cialist to talk about an issue vices that are deemed neces- As per the agreement, of importance to the com- sary by the population.” Madison and Jefferson coun- munity,” Schulz said. “When Historically, the extension ties pay 65 percent of the that takes place in Sheridan, office in the area receives extension office’s budget. it can draw 15 to 20 people.” many questions related to Madison County also pays agriculture, livestock and for the building rental, office small-acreage manage- equipment, travel expenses Photo courtesy of ment, Schulz explained. and phone cost, Schulz said. Nancy Schulz “We are still quite rural Jefferson County pays for the The MSU Extension office and agriculture is very im- support staff needed to help that serves both Madison portant,” he explained. “The the extension office run. and Jefferson counties is extension works closely with “Our participation is located in Whitehall. agriculture – everything from pretty darn equal with Jef- JUST IN TIME

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The Madison County Courthouse Annex received its roof just in time for heavy snowfall in the area and construction is still underway. Thursday, December 4, 2014 A8 A4 opinion Thank you to commissioner Happel

Dear Editor, county. He was not a believer By having the motivation roads that in the past 30 years. issues as well – issues he felt will be missed. When he felt in big government with strings and initiative to work toward He had vision enough to get were a hindrance today and in an issue needed attention, his As a Madison County tax- attached that reduce pertinent the priorities of our county, permits for the use of gravel the future. From wolves, no log- intentions and words were like payer and landowner, I would regulations. He believed in he helped our local citizens pits for the county and for fu- ging on forests (thanks to our gold. Our new commissioner like to take the time to thank empowering and using local in many positive and effec- ture use as well. He saw that it environmental groups), sage has some big shoes to fill. Dan Happel for all of his hard government correctly, the way tive ways. I can say in the area was going to be difficult down grouse, mining and just plain work and forward strategizing it was intended when it was from Norris to Silver Star, we the road because of regulations. taking our rights to freedom. Robert L. Sitz and vision of the needs of our created by our forefathers. saw more improvements to our Happel worked hard on federal Happel’s political passion Harrison Give a helping hand

Established in 1873 Dear Editor, leviate for others. But, nowhere group, sharing your time with your problems seem smaller. is it written that the greatest seniors in nursing homes, cook- It lightens your neighbor’s (USPS 325-340) We live on a crowded good is solving problems for ing for a family in need, being load as well as your own. Montana’s Oldest Operating Weekly Newspaper planet with sharp contrasts millions. Sometimes the best a part of one of our volunteer Who can you mentor? What between those with abun- you can do is help those in fire or rescue departments, skills do you have that can be dance and those with barely our vicinity. Helping just one cleaning up litter or decorating donated to a service organi- enough to survive. Human person in need is infinitely bet- Main Street in your community zation? It’s all about finding Owners/Publishers: suffering is rarely more than ter than helping no one at all. ... all are ways to serve that which gifts you have to give Susanne Hill & Erin Leonard a click or a news story away. Though you may not have provide an immediate benefit. and making time for others. Director of Sales & Marketing: When we consider the the money to apply to your The secret to service as a Susanne Hill surplus of despair, we risk pa- neighbor’s problems, you can gift is that it gives two ways. Jack Leber Erin Leonard ralysis. So, many of us turn our probably offer something more Money may help one person, Twin Bridges Art Director: backs as a defensive measure valuable: your service. Offering but service helps two: volun- Associate Editor: Abigail Dennis against all that we cannot al- helping hands in a community teering has a way of making Contributors: Gail Banks, Keith Axberg, Gen Pierce, Faith Moldan, Steve DiGiovanna, Art Kehler, Stacy Gatewood, Is he a president or an emperor? Tammy Wham, Christopher Mumme, Matt Hill Dear Editor, Some in Congress are social security benefits – aid to for a job. They do not report to stating that this will not allow dependent children, aid to the the employment centers. Now, ENNIS, MONTANA During the past six years, those millions to be eligible handicapped and the controver- these six million Americans this president has stated 28 times for benefits that only Ameri- sial aid to drug addicts when they can expect to see another four - Madisonian Editorial Policy - on T.V. and to the press that he can citizens are empowered to. turn themselves in for treatment to five million people legally Editorials are intended to acquaint our readers with the cannot grant amnesty to four to Wrong, wrong, dead wrong. ($800 per month). Some ana- competing for what jobs there Editor’s viewpoints on matters of public importance. Guest edi- five million illegals because of The Supreme Court ruled lysts have predicted that social are, who will work for less than American laws and the limits that no one can deny illegal security will be broke in the late the advertised wage offer. torials and letters from readers (Letters to the Editor) reflect the to his powers. That the law aliens the rights to an education 2020s. Adding all these millions Our president said, “I am opinion of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of has to come from Congress. or medical assistance. As they to the program will not help. not an emperor and I must obey the Editor or the staff of The Madisonian. On Nov. 19, Obama went will be legally allowed to work, In the manipulation of the the laws of the land.” This, on T.V. to announce that he they will pay taxes on that salary, unemployment figures, this labor from a professor who suppos- - Press Release Policy - was granting that amnesty including social security taxes. department does not count up edly taught the constitution. •The Madisonian staff will give all press releases full consider- to those millions, allowing As soon as they have worked the to six million Americans who ation, but ultimately retains the authority to determine whether or them to work in this country required quarters, they and all no longer get the unemployment Bill Hanley not to publish releases. without fearing deportation. their families will be eligible for checks and have quit looking Twin Bridges •Content must be factual and objective. •Content must not contain advertising language (such as “call now,” “to buy tickets for,” “now showing,”) or include pricing. •Items of a general business interest are appropriate for advertising—see advertising policy and current rates. •Content must not be derogatory to competing companies obituaries or organizations. •Content may only be submitted and published once. •There are no guarantees that press releases will be published. 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Abigail Dennis/The Madisonian Many Madison County producers graze their cattle on Forest Service allotments in the Gravelly Mountain Range during the summer.

Abigail Dennis/The Madisonian Abigail Dennis/The Madisonian Cattle prices this year are at an all-time high – a 600 pound calf is worth approximately Some producers question if the highly trafficked Gravelly Range Roadis the common denominator in disappearing calves. $1,500. An unusually high number of calves missing from Gravelly Mountain Range following summer grazing

Abigail Dennis for information leading to usual is a good thing.” “Because the Gravellys $1,500. So if you manage when you consider the The Madisonian the arrest of cattle rustlers Jeffers rancher Gary are so accessible, it’s hard to slip into the backcountry wolf aspect,” Bugni said, [email protected] in the area. Livestock Clark, another member of to believe (the calves) and round three of those explaining if he thinks protective committees the protective committee, weren’t picked up by a critters up, you’ve just rustling is on the uptick this In an easily accessible were originally formed in said he has heard rumblings third party,” Scully said. made yourself $4,500.” year. “I do think potential mountain range like the eastern Montana when the of unusual loss from Scully said any producer Cattle rustling is a felony for theft is there because Gravelly Mountains, where area was struggling with Madison Valley producers who believes they have theft, according to Madison cattle prices are so high, livestock producers graze excessive cattle rustling, been the victim of cattle County Attorney Chris people are a lot more cattle on summer Forest Sandru explained. In recent rustling should immediately Christensen. The theft of willing to put their lives on “Unaccounted for Service allotments, integrity years there has been less contact the Department any commonly domesticated the line and risk a felony.” loss happens every is key. Producers rely on the evidence of rustling so of Livestock in Helena – hooved animal can result Producers who have lost year; it’s rough country integrity of people driving the protective committees Scully said to both call and in a fine of no less than cattle have all but ruled up there. But this is the Gravelly Range Road have been used to battle email the department. $5,000 but not to exceed out a predator problem. more loss than ever.” not to mess with their cattle. any threat to the livestock “The department can $50,000, imprisonment in In 2010, Sandru said the – Neil Barnosky, This year, multiple industry – lately, Madison investigate it,” Scully the state prison for a term area suffered from a wolf Sheridan rancher ranches from the Madison County’s protective explained. “It’s also not to exceed 10 years or issue – the missing calves and Ruby valleys that committee has focused its important they notify both, Christensen said. that year were explainable graze their cattle in the attention on predators. who run cattle in the neighboring states. This is Scully agreed with because the ranchers Gravellys are missing a Department of Livestock Gravelly Mountain Range, pure speculation, but it’s Schulz, adding that people found evidence of kills. surprising number of calves. crime investigator Dan but not from those who likely the calves would may be willing to gamble “We found body parts “We had no idea we Bugni said he has not keep cattle on the east side go to market in Idaho or on cattle rustling just all summer long,” Sandru were going to be out that received any calls with of the Madison River. Wyoming if there is a because prices are so high. said. “This time, there many calves until we started information since the “If they’re losing that third party involved.” “It’s a big hit, there’s was none of that.” gathering them,” Twin reward was offered. many cattle, I think there’s Former Sheridan rancher not doubt about it,” Barnosky emphasized Bridges rancher Rick Sandru “We felt offering a something going on,” Clark and Madison County Scully said. “Whoever is that there is no evidence said. “It seems like it must reward would be a good way said. “If the wolves were commissioner Dave Schulz doing it knows exactly of rustlers in the area, be two-legged predators.” to raise awareness,” said getting them, they would be said cattle prices are at what they are doing.” but said predator issues The two-legged predators Neil Barnosky, a Sheridan finding some evidence of an all-time high this year, Or, like Sandru says, usually leave clear signs – Sandru is referring to rancher who is also part carcasses or something.” which may be the reason “good cattle prices don’t dead or wounded cattle. are cattle rustlers. Cattle of the livestock protective the producers are out so help you much if you don’t “There’s always loss – rustling is the term used committee. “A lot of people Significant losses many calves this year as have an animal to sell.” loss that you know about,” to describe stealing cattle recreate (in the Gravelly Montana Board of opposed to previous years. Bugni covers the west Barnosky said. “Then in the American west. Mountain Range) all Livestock member and “It’s more of a concern half of Madison County there’s unaccounted for The Madison County summer long, so if rustling Jeffers resident John Scully this year than it was two and all of Beaverhead loss. Unaccounted for loss Livestock Protective is what is happening up said he is “aware” there or three years ago,” Schulz County, including the happens every year; it’s Committee is currently there, more eyes looking have been significant said. “A 600 pound calf Gravelly Mountain Range. rough country up there. 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HI & LOIS Sharing Hometown Recipes, Cooking Tips and Coupons By Janet Tharpe Toast to the Holiday’s with Great Grandad’s Eggnog

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hristmas isn’t complete with a nice glass Cof eggnog. And, Susan Seybert’s old- MARVIN fashioned Great Grandad’s Eggnog recipe is creamy and downright delicious! It does have a kick to it so, naturally, adjust alcohol amounts to suit your taste. But, we loved this wonderfully classic recipe as-is. See step-by-step photos of Susan’s recipe plus thousands more from home cooks nationwide at: www.justapinch.com/eggnogrecipe Susan Seybert You’ll also find a meal planner, coupons and chances to win! Enjoy and remember, use “just a Philadelphia, PA pinch”... (pop. 1.5M) - Janet Great Grandad’s Eggnog What You Need Directions 6 eggs, separated • Separate the eggs. Put the RHYMES 3/4 c sugar whites in a small mixing bowl 1 pt cream and whip until stiff peaks form. 1 pt milk • Add 1/4 cup sugar to the whites 1 pt whiskey and gently fold to combine. 1 oz Jamaican rum • Add the remaining 1/2 cup Freshly grated nutmeg sugar and beat into the yolks until light. • Mix the whites with the yolk mixture in a punch bowl. • Stir in the cream and milk. Add the whiskey and rum. • Stir thoroughly. • Serve cold with grated nutmeg.

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There is one sure way talked to one young lady that said she was in line since 6:30 p.m. I decided I to know how bad the didn’t need a cheap T.V. I found a printer that my stepmom wanted me to get wind is blowing – when and a few little items and headed to check out, but it wasn’t there anymore. HOLLOWTOP you see your wood stove Yellow hazard ribbons and lots of Wally World men were there to stop kindling pile being blown you, telling you that you had to go the back of the line. I asked them where across your yard! My that was, only to find out it was back near the dog food. So I got in line and SMOKE SIGNALS goodness, the wind outdid waited and waited to move a few inches every once in a while. After about By Art Kehler itself this week. Amazing 45 minutes I could see that my check out line didn’t go straight, all of a for The Madisonian the amount of snow the sudden it curved and went up and down two aisles, making it even longer storm last Wednesday around the than I first thought. I was just getting ready to leave my cart and go home put down in a very short when I ran into some friends from Twin Bridges putting their items they True blue son of amount of time. Nothing planned to purchase back on the shelves. They told me it just wasn’t worth like Buffalo, N.Y., but lots Wood Stove the wait, so I told them to put it in my cart. I’d stay in line and purchase by Gail Banks the Northland for us in a short amount everything and catch up with them the next day in town. Might as well of time. Weather, weather always talking about the weather – I know. Just make the standing in line worth it. One hour and 22 minutes it took to get repeat after me, “At least we don’t get hurricanes!” to the check out lady. A very bewildered, not so friendly, not so polite check Reflections on a half Hopefully, your thanksgiving holiday was really nice this year. My kids out lady. Some might even says she was scary, but I got through it and ran and their families didn’t have thanksgiving dinner on thanksgiving. They with my cart, intending to get to my car and get the heck out of there. But frozen life, fully savored. all had to work. Sad as it is, money does talk. Working no, I got whistled at to bring my cart back to find out that after you check on thanksgiving is very rewarding to your checkbook. out you also had to go through another check out to make sure your receipt The die was cast early. ducking behind a parked We could all be together on Sunday so that is when matched what was in your cart before you could leave. I felt like a criminal I was born in the month of car. Emboldened, I next we ate and got together. So thanksgiving day I just sat and I hadn’t done anything bad yet. Oh well, I can still brag I got whistled January during a howling discovered how to reduce the back and relaxed. I visited my dad for awhile early in at and not tell the rest of the story. Finally, I made myself a promise that this blizzard. According to my most belligerent of bullies to the day, then I just sat in my rocking chair at home in would never happen again – nothing to purchase was worth the experience. dad, I debuted as pure as the a sniveling pacifist with the front of the wood stove, drinking tea with lots of cream No wonder some people think Christmas is awful. If you went through driven snow and with a face mere flick of a finger to the and watching Hallmark Christmas movies. How is any shopping experience like that, who would like the holiday? as blue as lake ice. My initial back of his frostbitten ear. Gail Banks that for a lazy day?! I have to tell you though, while Much sympathy goes out to Gary Nelson’s family and many friends this inhalation culminated with a Further illumination I was lazy and enjoyed the rocking chair, wood stove heat and tea, I was week with his passing. sneeze in the doctor’s face. ensued as I grew older. thinking to myself how lucky I am. I can look out any window in my home So what have we learned this week? As parents, we sometimes go Unlike I recognized that when and see mountains, trees and most of the time a horse begging over the too far trying to help and protect our kids from life’s harsh realities and most crossing ice immersed in pasture fence. Maybe for some people that isn’t heartwarming but to me, it disappointments; we don’t want to see our kids struggle. To be careful not to newborns, melt water, one can slip, fall is a pretty good life. Then to top it off this week I get to start decorating for send a message to our kids that they’re not capable of helping themselves. instead of and land so rapidly as to Christmas and start listening to Christmas music! To remember it is our job to prepare our children for the road, not prepare crying and render the mind incapable of Since I really didn’t have a lot to do on thanksgiving, I dropped off at the road for our children. It is not what you do for your children, but what fussing, I keeping up with events. On friend’s for a bit to eat a delicious dinner. I decided to drive to Butte and get you have taught them to do for themselves, that will make them successful coughed the other hand, slipping on one of the advertised T.V.s for $98 at Wally World. I have never shopped human beings. Love and compassion are verbs. and snow-buried lumber showed there on the holiday; I’m usually busy cooking. So I had no idea what it Don’t forget the Twin Bridges Christmas Stroll and indoor Christmas Art Kehler hacked. me that it is possible to was really like. I should have known to run the other direction when it was event is this Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014. There will be a Main Street Open My nose began to run even consciously execute a flying, nearly impossible to find a parking place. I went to electronics to find the House from 4 – 6 p.m. and I.C.E. (Indoor Christmas Event) after 6 p.m. at before my eyes opened. reverse somersault from the sale T.V.s, wouldn’t you think that is where it would be? No. They were next the fairgrounds. Perhaps most telling of all, tuck position before gravity to the meat department. That is where I found a four-grocery-aisle-long Mark those calendars and bring the kids to talk to Santa! (again, according to Dad) is able to take effect. I also line to purchase the same T.V. that I thought I wanted. This was at 8 p.m.; I “There’s a lot that is good in our lives – don’t take it for granted.” my first purposeful deed found out that, despite the was to face due north and real possibility of snow involvement at the level of sit shoulder to shoulder belch. In sum, I entered blindness, it is always better their own land all the way up with their male counterparts this world as a “true blue to keep one’s eyes open when to their local government. Most on conservation district son of the northland.” skiing downhill. These and of these women were raised boards throughout Montana. At home each morning, countless other revelations on family farms and many Their contributions include Mother defrosted my diapers have allowed me to not only were expected to do the same thoughtful consideration and in the oven next to the survive, but to thrive in this work alongside their siblings practical perspectives that breakfast rolls. Vaguely, I place I was born to love. and parents. Their stories tell give everyone time to pause recall shoveling snow from So, as for me, I'll continue how these first experiences and consider issues from a my playpen with a Captain to choose to live in the By Sunni Heikes-Knapton shaped their perspectives different angle. Many serve as America toy shield. While northland, nestled in the Ruby Watershed Coordinator and got them involved the chair of their organization, still a toddler, I froze my midst of the mountains. After with conservation work. reinforcing the mission and butt to an ice-cold potty all, if the leaves never fall Early on, they were taught guiding the organization in training seat. While being from the trees, one misses that their participation was a addressing natural resource pried from the seat’s cruel the magic of seeing them valuable contribution, and that conservation of their area. grip, I instinctively began grow back. If winter doesn’t MONTANA'S women could do more than These leadership tasks yodeling. To further toughen come, folks don’t get to the defined roles that many are not taken lightly, as me up, Dad insisted that my experience the snug splendor Conservation storytellers expected them to serve. When conveyed by a speaker at the birthday cakes be made of ice of a white Christmas. And if given the chance to participate recent convention who said, cream. It worked. By the time the flowers bloom the year We all know the value of While the opportunity in the activities of their own “Conservation work is the only I was five, I was eating snow round, people will never listening to the women in our to partake in this important family land, they learned how thing that I have ever done and and discharging ice cubes. stand in a mountain meadow society tell stories from their tradition occurs frequently things worked and gained the only thing that I will ever do With toughening came in June, with snow still past. With in the home setting, rarely is valuable problem solving skills that really makes a difference.” enlightenment in matters vital around its edges and savor the humility it offered in the professional useful in many of life’s settings. These women leaders to northland survival. For the aroma of glacier lilies. that often setting. The exception to that They learned they could manage a delicate balance instance, I soon learned that In the end, it seems to add accompanies rule occurred in November, rope and ride as well as anyone of standing up for what they a falling ice cycle produces a peaceful continuity to my soft-spoken as the Montana Association else, but that showing the believe in while listening to a rising lump. My early life – watching the seasons words, of Conservation Districts men up with their skills up the community they serve, mastery of mature words come and go and awaiting women introduced six women wasn’t necessary for them to all with a smile and a quiet began when I slipped on some the next. And that’s why I’ll tell tales of who serve as conservation know their own abilities. This confidence. They take the ice and fell down the church exit this world as I entered Sunni Heikes- humorous leaders and gave them a Knapton example was an important time to continually learn steps after Sunday school. it – a true blue son of the situations chance to tell their tales. lesson of the value of their own for themselves and they see My first physical altercation northland. After which, I’ll that keep us in stitches and Often overlooked as part skills and how they serve an the value in passing that was a snowball fight, from be laid beneath its hallowed they recall the hard lessons of conservation in our state, important part in a larger effort. information along- in the true which I learned how to soil. That’s if the ground learned that shape our lives women have played a crucial Today, 21 women leaders fashion of a good storyteller. stand up for myself while isn’t frozen rock solid. and teach generations. role through leadership and

responders, which only serves Continuing with series be an indicator of a leak. to protract the response time. on winter heating safety, • Is the chimney solid, with MADISON VALLEY RURAL FIRE DEPARTMENT The second matter of we would like to pass cracks or loose bricks? All concern discussed was false along these tips from the unused flue openings should alarms that are known to the U.S. Fire Administration be sealed with solid masonry. home or business owner to for Furnace Heating: • Keep trash and other be false. Recently emergency • It is important that you combustibles away from responders have responded to have your furnace inspected the heating system. fireline various types of alarms, only to ensure that it is in good If you have any questions By Steve Orr | Madison Valley Rural Fire Department to be told upon arrival that the working condition. or concerns, Madison Valley alarm was false and that the • Be sure all furnace controls Rural Fire Chief Shawn The Madison Valley Rural Planning Committee or LEPC. a residence during the winter persons on scene were aware and emergency shutoffs are in Christensen invites you to Fire Department received The LEPC is a months. Several responders that a false alarm had been proper working condition. contact us at 682-3311. We no calls for service over the countywide group comprised have narrowly missed injuries transmitted. Local responders • Leave furnace repairs look forward to hearing from past week, but members have of representatives from on slick surfaces at the scene take alarm transmissions very to qualified specialists. Do you. If no one is available, remained busy. Much time is government, industry, elected of an emergency. Many seriously and treat everyone as not attempt repairs yourself please leave a message and we spent preparing for emergencies officials, environmental emergencies occur at night if it were an actual emergency unless you are qualified. will return your call as soon by Madison County Fire groups and local emergency when inadequate lighting situation. These responses often Inspect the walls and ceiling as possible. Remember, you Departments, ambulance responders. The LEPC prevents responders from put emergency responders near the furnace and along can get up-to-date emergency services, law enforcement, meets monthly to plan for detecting existing hazards. at risk of injury or death. If the chimney line. If the information at the Madison emergency management and emergencies and discuss Local responders request you know that an alarm has wall is hot or discolored, County Montana Emergency a great number of agencies matters pertinent to local that you keep sidewalks been activated at your home additional pipe insulation or Information web site, at http:// responsible for mitigation of, emergency responses. At shoveled and free of ice. or business and are aware clearance may be required. madison.homestead.com/. response to and recovery from the November meeting, This will help emergency that the alarm is false, please • Check the flue pipe Please visit our home page at emergencies and disasters. two matters of great responders reach you in an contact the Madison County and pipe seams. Are they www.mvrfd.org/. Remember One of the organizations concern were discussed. expedient manner in the event Communications Center at well supported and free to sign our guest book and that the MVRFD is involved The first concern was the you require their services. 843-5301 and tell them that of holes and cracks? Soot let us know what you think. with is the Local Emergency matter of maintaining access to It will also prevent injury to the alarm is erroneous. along or around seams may

Governor Tim Babcock is to stress new industry second engine was named drove a golden spike at the for Montana. Today we are for the late A.E. Wiggin midway site, Central City. witnessing the opening of a also of Great Falls. Through the The Governor, with a new railroad system and I The little shortline still few well-placed wallops am happy to have a part in runs today and in the year WINDOW OF THE ARCHIVES from a heavy sledgehammer, the dedication ceremonies. 2015 the little railroad will drove the spike for the rail However, Montana’s celebrate its 50th birthday. connection link between greatest resources are its Happy day you popular By Evalyn Batten Johnson Virginia City and Nevada people, and today we also little engine that can … City, the railroad’s terminus pay tribute to two of the may all the people, young A 21 howitzer salute was The date was August 1965. territorial anniversary in sites. He drove the spike finest of our treasure state and old, enjoy their ride fired by There were around 400 Virginia City, when later in after two small flag draped personalities, Charles and to our historic cities. the Dillon people assembled at the the afternoon a flag raising “saddle tank” locomotives, Sue Bovey. They have done National newly-built depot at the site ceremony was held at the old one of which was from much to bring Montana Source: Files in the Dick Guardsmen in Central City and several territorial capitol building Virginia City and the nationwide publicity and Pace Archives and Montana to greet hundred more in the Virginia at the corner of Wallace other from Nevada City, to promote our second Standard August 1965 the advent City area – I am proud to say Street and Jackson Street. met at Central City. largest industry, tourism.” of the first I was one of the numbers. The Alder Gulch When the spike was The W.H. Hoover was railroad in There were other ceremonies Shortline, “The Gold Nugget Evalyn Batten driven, Babcock spoke: “As christened by Jack Hoover Johnson Alder Gulch. of the day, including a Road,” was in business after you know my major program of Great Falls and the B6 Thursday, December 4, 2014 B7 PUBLIC NOTICES

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Lisa J. Tornabene from the date the Notice of Award is received, IN THE FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE Assistant Secretary, to complete an insurance certification, to fur- STATE OF MONTANA, COUNTY OF MADI- First American Title Company, LLC nish a Performance Bond, and a Labor and SON IN RE ESTATE OF: ROY LEONARD Successor Trustee Materials Payment Bond. The bonds will REED, also known as ROY L. REED, Title Financial Specialty Services each be equal to 100 percent of the contract Deceased. PO Box 339 amount. The successful Bidder is required to ENNIS MEALS Cause No. DP-29-14-24 Blackfoot ID 83221 comply with Montana’s Contractor Registra- That the undersigned has been appointed STATE OF Idaho) tion Law in accordance with Title 39, Chapter Personal Representative of the above-named ) ss. 9, MCA. estate. All persons having claims against County of Bingham) Contract Documents may be inspect¬ed at ON WHEELS said decedent are required to present their On this 27 day of August, 2014, before me, many plan exchanges, and at the office of claims within four (4) months after the date a notary public in and for said County and the consulting engineer, Robert Peccia & As- TUESDAY of the first publication of this notice, or said State, personally appeared Lisa J Tornabene, sociates, (825 Custer Ave. / P.O. Box 5653, THROUGH FRIDAY claims will be forever barred. known to me to be the Assistant Secretary of Helena, MT 59604). They may be reviewed, Claims must either be mailed to JOAN N. First American Title Company, LLC, Succes- downloaded, and printed at no cost under 11:30 AM – 1 PM GOETZE, the Personal Representative, re- sor Trustee, known to me to be the person “Current Projects Bidding” at www.rpa-hln. MADISON VALLEY MANOR turn receipt requested, at P.O. Box 904, En- whose name is subscribed to the foregoing com. nis, MT 59729, or filed with the Clerk of the instrument and acknowledged to me that she All bids must be submitted in a Bidding Docu- above-entitled Court. executed the same. ments booklet, provided by the Engineer Dated: November 5,2014 Dalia Martinez upon receipt of $25.00 (non-refundable). Al- JOAN N. GOETZE Notary Public ternate forms or copies of the Bidding Docu- Personal Representative Bingham County, Idaho ments booklet will not be acceptable. The wednesday, dec 3: STATE OF MONTANA ) Commission expires: 2/18/2020 Planholders List will include only the purchas- :ss Caliber V Lewis 42097.023 ers of Bidding Documents booklets. BEEF LASAGNA, SPINACH, COUNTY OF MADISON ) (Pub. Nov. 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2014) mk Hard copies of the Contract Documents (in- JOAN N. GOETZE, being first duly sworn, cluding a Bidding Documents booklet) printed PUMPKIN PIE BAR upon oath, deposes and says: REQUEST FOR by the Engineer are available upon receipt of That she has read the foregoing NOTICE TO $200.00 (non-refundable) for each complete CREDITORS and that the facts and matters PROPOSALS FOR ENGINEERING, set. contained therein are true, correct, accurate PLANNING AND/OR GRANT No Pre-Bid Conference will be held for this thursday, dec 4: and complete to the best of her knowledge ADMINISTRATION SERVICES project; however, potential Bidders are en- and belief. I make this declaration under pen- The Town of Virginia City is soliciting propos- couraged to contact the Engineer (406) 447- BIER ROCKS, BAKED BEANS, alty of perjury under the laws of the State of als to hire a firm(s) or individual(s) to provide 5000 ([email protected]) with questions. Montana. general engineering, planning and/or grant Faxed bids will not be accepted or consid- CHEESY BROCCOLI, ICE CREAM BAR /s/ JOAN N. GOETZE writing/administration services required by ered. The Owner reserves the right to reject Personal Representative the Town. The Town will utilize the selected any and all bids, to waive informalities, and to SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me firm(s) for a period of up to five years for reject nonconforming, irregular, non-respon- this 5th day of November, 2014. all planning, engineering, surveying and/ sive or conditional bids. Bids may be held by KAREN McMULLIN or funding related activities associated with the Owner for a period not to exceed 60 days Friday, dec 5: Notary Public for the State of Montana the Town’s public facilities including but not from the date of the opening for the purpose BEEF VEGETABLE STIR FRY, Residing at: Ennis limited to water, wastewater, storm drainage, of reviewing the bids and investigating the My Commission expires: 9/14/2015 streets, paths, trails, buildings, etc. Desired qualifications of the bidder prior to award of (SEAL) services may include the following: planning, the contract. RICE, CREAM PUFFS Personal Representative’s Attorney: surveying, preliminary engineering, final de- December 4, 2014 Karen McMullin sign, construction administration, inspection MADISON COUNTY Post Office Box 55 work, grant writing and/or grant administra- By /s/ James P. Hart, Chairman Ennis, MT 59729 tion. (Pub. Dec. 4, 11, 18, 2014) rpa tuesday, dec 9: Telephone: (406) 682-7878 Copies of the detailed request for proposals (Pub. Nov. 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2014) km (RFP), including a description of the services NOTICE FRIED CHIX, POTATO CASSEROLE, to be provided by respondents, the minimum The Board of Madison County Commission- NOTICE OF TRUSTEES SALE content of responses, and the factors to be ers will not be holding their regular Com- BROCCOLI, SUGAR COOKIE TO BE SOLD FOR CASH AT TRUSTEE’S used to evaluate the responses, can be ob- mission meeting on Monday, December 15, SALE on January 5, 2015, at 11:00 o’clock tained by contacting Clerk Nancy Stewart, 2014. The next regular meeting following this A.M. at the Main Entrance of the First Ameri- PO Box 35, Virginia City, MT 59755, (406) date will be held on Monday, December 22, can Title Company of Montana located at 122 843-5321. All responses to the detailed 2014.(Pub. Dec. 4, 11, 2014) MCC South First Street in Ennis, MT 59729, the RFP must be received by 5:00 pm January wednesday, dec 10: following described real property situated in 6, 2014. PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE BEEF STEW W/POTATOES & CARROTS, MADISON County, Montana: (Pub. Nov. 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2014) tovc A public meeting of the Montana Heritage TOWNSHIP 4 SOUTH, RANGE 5 WEST, Commission will be held at the Reeder’s Al- BANANA MUFFIN P.M.M. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ley Convention Center in Helena, Montana SECTION 28: W1/2NW1/4SE1/4 AS PREVI- BIG SKY AIRPORT on December 12, 2014 beginning at 9:00 AM OUSLY RECORDED IN BOOK 339, PAGE (Pub. Dec. 4, 2014) mhc 404, RECORDS OF MADISON COUNTY, IMPROVEMENTS ENNIS, MONTANA. TOGETHER WITH A NON- MONTANA EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR ACCESS Separate sealed bids will be received by TO SAID LAND 30 FEET IN WIDTH FROM Madison County, Montana until 1:30 p.m., lo- Joe Veland THE POINT WHERE THE COUNTY ROAD cal time, December 22, 2014¬. All bids will be To: The Owner of Madison Foods, Ennis, CUTTING THROUGH THE S1/2SE1/4 OF received, publicly opened, and read aloud at SAID SECTION 28 INTERSECTS WITH THE the Madison County Commissioners’ Office, Montana EAST LINE OF SAID SECTION 28, THENCE 205 North Broadway Street, Virginia City, 406.682.3999 RUNNING NORTH TO THE NORTHEAST Montana 59755, for the Big Sky Airport Im- CORNER OF THE S1/2SE1/4 OF SAID provements Project to include the following: SECTION ALL AS DESCRIBED IN A DEED Base Bid: Service Work RECORDED IN BOOK 221, PAGE 915;  Automated Weather Observing I sincerely apologize for the giant mistake I THENCE 20 FEET IN WIDTH WESTERLY System (AWOS) II; New Construction FROM THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF THE  Training and FAA Commission- made by taking merchandise without paying N1/2SE1/4 OF SECTION 28 ALONG THE ing Support; Remodels SOUTHERLY LINE OF THE N1/2SE1/4 TO for it. It was inexcusable. I will pay back THE EAST LINE OF THE W1/2NW1/4SE1/4 Additive Alternate #1 BECKIE LEWIS, as Grantor(s), conveyed  Five year maintenance contract. every penny. I am so sorry for any grief PO Box 987 said real property to FIRST AMERICAN Ennis, Mt 59729 TITLE COMPANY OF MADISON COUNTY, Additive Alternate #2: as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to  Upgrade to AWOS III. or loss that I have caused you. It will not MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRA- TION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, by Madison County, Montana, in accordance happen again. DEED OF TRUST DATED ON JANUARY 31, with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil 2005 AND RECORDED ON FEBRUARY 3, Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2005 IN BOOK 525, PAGE 41, UNDER DOC- §§ 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, UMENT NO. 104015. The beneficial interest hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirma- is currently held by Vericrest Opportunity tively ensure that any contract entered into Lacey Howell Loan Trust 2011-NPL1. First American Title pursuant to this advertisement, disadvan- Company, LLC, is the Successor Trustee pur- taged business enterprises will be afforded suant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in full and fair opportunity to submit bids in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of MADI- response to this invitation and will not be SON County, Montana. discriminated against on the grounds of race, The beneficiary has declared a default in the color, or national origin in consideration for terms of said Deed of Trust by failing to make an award. the monthly payments due in the amount of Notice to Prospective Federally Assisted $1,367.92, beginning July 1, 2009, and each Construction Contractors: 1.) A Certification month subsequent, which monthly install- of Non-segregated Facilities shall be submit- ments would have been applied on the prin- ted prior to the award of a federally-assisted cipal and interest due on said obligation and construction contract exceeding $10,000 other charges against the property or loan. which is not exempt from the provisions of The total amount due on this obligation as of the Equal Opportunity Clause. 2.) Contrac- July 18, 21014 is $259,106.73 principal, inter- tors receiving federally-assisted construction est at the rate of 4.125% totaling $53,737.71, contract awards exceeding $10,000 which late charges in the amount of $752.29, es- are not exempt from the provisions of the D&D Auto, Inc. crow advances of $8,505.88, and other fees Equal Opportunity Clause will be required and expenses advanced of $13,711.80, plus to provide for the forwarding of the follow- AUTO & TRUCK SALES accruing interest at the rate of $26.99 per ing notice to prospective subcontractors for diem, late charges, and other costs and fees supplies and construction contracts where that may be advanced. the subcontracts exceed $10,000 and are not We Are YOUR Go to Guys! The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse exempt from the provisions of the Equal Op- Auto & Truck Repair - Gas or Diesel - All Makes & Models such amounts as may be required to preserve portunity Clause. 3.) The penalty for making and protect the property and for real property false statements in offers is prescribed in 18 We Make Hydraulic Hoses taxes that may become due or delinquent, un- U.S.C. § 1001. less such amounts of taxes are paid by the Notice to Prospective Subcontractors of Re- New Tires, Wheels & Tire Repairs Grantors. If such amounts are paid by the quirements for Certification of Non-Segregat- Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be add- ed Facilities: 1.) A Certification of Non-segre- Engines & Transmissions Installed - Car & Truck Accessories ed to the obligations secured by the Deed of gated Facilities shall be submitted prior to the Trust. Other expenses to be charged against award of a subcontract exceeding $10,000, We Install Windshields - Alignments the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s which is not exempt from the provisions of fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses the Equal Opportunity Clause. 2.) Contrac- of the sale and late charges, if any. tors receiving subcontract awards exceeding ENNIS • 682-4537 Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the $10,000 which are not exempt from the pro- Trustee to sell the above described property visions of the Equal Opportunity Clause will Daily Parts Deliveries to Alder, Sheridan & Twin Bridges Areas to satisfy the obligation. be required to provide for the forwarding of The sale is a public sale and any person, this notice to prospective subcontractors for 24 Hour Towing (CELL 406-570-9872) including the beneficiary, excepting only the supplies and construction contracts where Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price the subcontracts exceed $10,000 and are not must be paid immediately upon the close of exempt from the provisions of the Equal Op- bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid portunity Clause. 3.) The penalty for making money orders, certified checks or cashier’s false statements in offers is prescribed in 18 SHERIDAN checks). The conveyance will be made by U.S.C. § 1001. School Board Meeting Trustee’s Deed without any representation or This project is subject to the Federal provi- warranty, including warranty of Title, express sions for Buy American Preference, Foreign or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an Trade Restriction, Davis Bacon, Affirmative Tuesday, December 9 as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the Action, Government-wide Debarment and sale is being made subject to all existing con- Suspension, and Government-wide Require- 7 p.m. ditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other en- Three ments for Drug-free Workplace, which are Media Tech Center vironmental or health hazards. The sale pur- incorporated by reference. Failure to comply chaser shall be entitled to possession of the with the terms of these contract provisions Charles B. Murray Building Great Services Under One Roof! property on the 10th day following the sale. may be sufficient grounds to: 1.) Withhold The grantor, successor in interest to the progress payments or final payment, 2.) Ter- grantor or any other person having an inter- minate the contract, 3.) Seek suspension/de- est in the property, at any time prior to the barment, or 4.) Any other action determined trustee’s sale, may pay to the beneficiary or to be appropriate by the sponsor. the successor in interest to the beneficiary Bids will be received on a price basis as de- the entire amount then due under the deed scribed in the Contract Documents. Bid secu- of trust and the obligation secured thereby rity in the amount of not less than ten percent (including costs and expenses actually in- (10%) of the amount of the bid which shall be: curred and attorney’s fees) other than such (1) lawful money of the United States; or (2) a ConstruCtIon portion of the principal as would not then be Cashier’s Check, Certified Check, Bank Mon- due had no default occurred and thereby cure ey Order or Bank Draft, in any case drawn Locally Owned & Operated the default. and issued by a federally chartered or state We’re on The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be post- chartered bank insured by the federal de- poned by public proclamation up to 15 days posit insurance corporation; or (3) a bid bond, Free Estimates - Licensed & Insured for any reason, and in the event of a bank- guaranty bond, or surety bond executed by a ruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the web! surety corporation authorized to do business the trustee for up to 120 days by public proc- in the State of Montana. The bid security shall www. Call Mike McKitrick Today! lamation at least every 30 days. be made payable to the Owner and failure to THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A enter into a formal contract will result in the madisoniannews DEBT. ANY INFORMATION Owner retaining the bid security. The suc- .com OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PUR- cessful bidder will be required to enter into a 406-682-4529 POSE. formal contract within ten (10) calendar days Dated: August 27, 2014 100 Prairie Way #2 - Ennis, Mt 59729 Thursday, December 4, 2014 B7 the Madison County MARKETPLACE

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Retail/offie unit, 975 condition. 682-5488 pay $19.16 Bill Gordon & Associates at Occasional layovers! sf, $460/mo. plus utilities. Childcare needed for two great 6-2-b To apply, submit application Excellent Pay, Benefits! 5-tfc-b kids (ages 9 and 11). Four days 1-800-398-2744 to start your & resume to Sheriff’s Dept. application today! #339 or County Finance Dept. in Paid Vacations! a week. Virginia City Courthouse. CDL-A, 1yr. Exp. Req. 6-2-p Applications available Estenson Logistics. 2 bd apartment. Between Sheridan ATTENTION: VIAGRA online: www.madison.mt.gov Apply: www.goelc.com and Twin Bridges. Gas fireplace. antiques AND CIALIS USERS! A Accepting applications until 1-866-358-3937 Washer/Dryer. Electricity includ- cheaper alternative to high the positions are filled. For 6-2-cc ed. $700 per month. 842-5888, eve- drugstore prices! 50 Pill Special more info: 843-4211 estate sales nings. 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Noon-2:00 p.m. 3-4-b Sat. 9-11:00 a.m. BARKER VILLAGE Wed. 6-8 p.m. APARTMENTS: 115 Chowning St. 682-7844 1 bedroom unfurnished apart- 30-tfc-b ments available in Ennis. A/C, washer/dryer equipped, private location. 1 year lease, 682-7755 $650 per month plus secu- JD'S PUMPS rity deposit, utilities included, "Bringing water to the surface of life" non-smoking, no dogs. Call For all your pump needs Erich Vogeli, Manager at 406- 406-682-4997 682-5737. 406-581-0316 6-EO-p 15-tfc B8 Thursday, December 4, 2014 Madison County sheriff’s dispatCh Log Nov. 23 – Nov. 29, 2014

Nov. 23 Unfounded 911 call 100 blk Old VC Hwy Abandoned vehicle on MT Hwy Ln Missing person at MT Hwy 84 MP Trespassing complaint on Sun Accident in 800 blk Passamari St Suspicious person/circumstance 41 at MT Hwy 55 Criminal mischief on Tuke Ln 2 Ranch Rd Trespassing complaint in 2300 blk on Clay Dr Accident at US Hwy 287 MP 67 Other agency assistance in Fraud complaint in 300 blk S Main MT Hwy 41 S Dog complaint at Ruby Valley Whitehall Nov. 28 St Accident in McAllister Nov. 25 Hospital Trespassing complaint in Palasades Trespassing on Mayflower Rd Wildlife complaint at US Hwy 287 Animal problem at MT Hwy 287 Other agency assistance in Big Sky Wildlife complaint at US Hwy 287 area Medical aid on Carney Ln MP 50 MP 30 Other agency assistance in Virginia MP 21 Animal problem on Ruby Rd Alarm on 66 Ranch Rd Suspicious Person/Circumstance Missing person in Alder area City Citizen assist in Elk Mountains Assault in 200 blk Melrose Rd on Noack Ln Theft at Smuggler Mine Wildlife complaint in Jeffers Nov. 26 area Traffic complaint at US Hwy 287 Wildlife complaint at Twin Bridges Wildlife complaint in 5000 blk MT Threats/harassment in 500 blk Citizen assist in 100 blk E Grizzly Nov. 29 MP 44 dump Hwy 41 N Broadway St St Trespassing in 500 blk Bear Creek Trespassing complaint on Sun Accident at US Hwy 287 MP 16 Accident on Seyler Ln Citizen assist in Idaho Loop Ranch Rd Nov. 24 Trespassing 2100 blk US Hwy 287 Other agency assistance at Wall Traffic complaint in Whitehall Trespassing complaint in 5300 blk Wildlife complaint on Jeffers Loop N Creek Game Range Nov. 27 MT Hwy 41N Suspicious person/circumstance in Other agency assistance in Big Sky Animal problem on Ruby Springs Accident at MT Hwy 41 MP 33 Twin Bridges honor roll Submitted by Twin Bridges Schools Dusty Kiem Rylee Mehring Broksle Williams Ericka Sierra Rinta Josh Kneeland Justin Nelson Cooper Christensen Delgado Savanna Stewart SENIORS Nolan Konen Monty Tipps Erika Corrigan FRESHMEN Logan Jones Austin Brentlinger Baylee Lawrence Cassidy Wetzel Skiela Mager Megan Bausch Ashlee Bryson Sami Nicholls Bill Yeager Mickey Patritti RaeAnne Bendon 8th GRADE Seth Dustin Paige Phillips Madyson Beagley Alice Garrett Wentzel Emily Dustin Makenna Adams Gabe Johnson Ezra Redfield Giem Kaleb Bausch Kaleb Garrison Emily Drukman Kassidy Patritti Spencer Stewart Mariah Mays Haley Fournier Noah Harbor Cole Escott Phil Vial Mic Michael Walsh Kjersten Sandru Sierra Frandsen Beth Huttinga Sydney Post Wetherbee Gabbi Stephens Audrey George Eddie Kelly Steven Smathers Jared Wisler JUNIORS Eric Swenson Mara Johnson Michaela Madden Ayden Anderson Gibson Butler Kaylan Garrison Wynn Swenson Laryssa Jones Andrianna Pollorena Riah Edsall Julia Cox Jessica George Chase Kneeland Mick HendricksonKailee Taryn Johnson Tristen Guillot Megan Martin SOPHOMORES Brooke Schandelmeier Oliverson Katie Hall J.D. Mehlhoff Wesley Armstrong Shay Brooke Smith Cassie Ruth Redfield Cont. Page B9 Find Fellowship With Us Rocky Mountain Dayspring Church CHURCH OF Worship 10:00 a.m. JESUS CHRIST OF SHOP SPACE FOR RENT IN ENNIS Baptist Church Sunday School/Nursery LATTER-DAY SAINTS All sizes available up to 1,200 square feet Vern Grotzke, Pastor Non-Denominational Christ Sheridan Ward - Visitors Welcome Centered, Spirit Led Worship Heated, insulated, large doors, half bath. 682-4949 Sacrament Meeting Joel Trenkle/Pastor Sundays, 10:00 a.m. Gary at 581-3531 or Paul at 581-7878 Check website for ministries: Sunday School Liturgy Schedule Sunday School 9:30 a.m. dayspringsheridan.com 11:20 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. 596-0707 • 3648 Hwy 287 R S & Priesthood St. Patrick, Ennis Between Sheridan & Twin Bridges 12:10 p.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Mutual (Youth Group) Sunday ~ 10:30 a.m. Mid-Week Service, HARRISON Weds. 7:00p.m. 3560 | MT State Hwy 287 St. Mary, Laurin Wednesday 6 p.m. COMMUNITY CHURCH Sheridan 842-5860 Harrison, Montana Sunday ~ 8:30 a.m. 606 Comley Way, Ennis Adult Bible Study ~ 9:30 a.m. Bishop Dustin 684-5255 Deacon Andy Dorrington, Pastoral Administrator ~ 842-5588 6 Blocks South of City Complex Sunday School & Church Services ~ 10:30 a.m. Madison Located in the heart of Valley Madison Valley for the Pastor Joe Miller Hearts of Madison Valley Come Worship & Sing Praises Presbyterian To Our God. Spread the Word! Church WORSHIP September - April ~ 11 a.m. May - August ~ 9 a.m.

Thanksgiving Service Everyone Welcome 11.26 Fully Accessible 7 p.m. Rev. Jean M. Johnson 682-4355 ~ Ennis Ruby Valley Hospital Physical Therapy Corner of S. Charles & W. Hugel Phil 2:16 Occupational & Speech Therapy Holding forth the word of life: Hands on care for all your body needs. Dr. Ray Teston Pastor Orthopedic & Sports Injuries Self Care CHURCH OF Christian Science Sunday School ~ 9:45 a.m. JESUS CHRIST OF Society Total Joint Rehabilitation Home Safety LATTER-DAY SAINTS Morning Worship ~ 11:00 a.m. Back & Neck Care Adaptive Equipment Ennis Branch Sunday Service & Your Local Assembly of God Church 5050 Hwy 287, PO Box 668, Ennis, MT Sacrament Meeting Sore Stressed Muscles Hand, Wrist - & Elbow Syndromes Sunday School 10 a.m. 114 N. Main, Sheridan Phone 682-4244 SBC 10:00 a.m. Tension Headaches & Chronic Pain Neurological Rehabilitation Sunday School ALL WELCOME 842-5845 MADISON VALLEY 11:20 a.m. BAPTIST CHURCH Available Mon.-Fri. at Ruby Valley Hospital R S & Priesthood Each week a Bible lesson full of Aides for the hearing impaired 12:10 p.m. healing Christian concepts is read Pastor Lonnie Horn 406-842-5081 aloud in our Sunday service. 220 E. Crofoot, Sheridan, MT 59749-9508 Family History Center Ruby Valley United 682-4911, 682-7415, 682-3614 4983 US Hwy 287 N. • Ennis, Montana Sunday Service Methodist Parish www.spirituality.com Pres. Thompson 682-7415 Invites You To Worship With Us 133 MT Hwy 287 10:30 a.m. (Children’s Ministry) Area Senior Meals Pastor Paul Stearns Wednesday (Kids/Youth) Office: (406)842-5934 THE Home: (406)842-7732 ENNIS ASSEMBLY 6:30-8:00 p.m. BAHA’I FAITH Church of the Valley Senior meals, Virginia City OF GOD Kid’s Club (3 yrs-4th grade) Twin Bridges Senior meals now being served in Virginia City for citizens 60 O ye Cohorts of God! Beware Love God, Love People lest ye offend the feelings of Pre-Teen Youth Group (5th-6th grade) Sunday School 11:00 a.m. and over every Tuesday and Thursday at the VC Creamery for a anyone, or sadden the heart of Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor Greg Ledgerwood Youth Group (7th-12th grade) nominal fee of $3. Lunch is served 11:30 a.m. to noon. any person, or move the tongue Youth Group Weds at 6:30 pm in reproach of and finding fault SUNDAY SERVICE Schedule Bethel UMC with anybody, whether he is Ruby Valley Food Pantry Meals for seniors, Twin Bridges friend or stranger, believer or Bible Study Sheridan enemy. Pray in behalf of all and Worship Service 10:45 a.m. Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-Noon Worship 9:00 a.m. The TBS&CC provides meals for seniors every Tuesday and entreat God for forgiveness and Children’s Church 10:45 Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Friday at 11:30 a.m. at the Wagon Wheel Restaurant in Twin bountyfor all. Youth Group Sunday evenings We are a churwwch dedicated Bridges for seniors 60 years and up. (Spouse and caregivers are 451-3923 or 1-800-UNITE 402 Madison Ave - Ennis, MT Ready Set Grow Preschool invited.) Donations for meals are appreciated. www.baha’i.org 589-4107 to serving this valley! Contact Kaycee Gilman 842-5311 Ruby Valley Food Pantry, Sheridan Madison County Episcopal Churches Open Saturdays from 10 a.m. - noon. Located at 114 N. Main St. In full communion with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in New Beginnings. Serving the Ruby Valley from Silver Star to Virginia City. Contact Doris at 842-7161 or Wannetta at 842- Join Us for Sunday Worship! 5783 for more information. Trinity St. Paul’s Christ Church Jeffers/Ennis Virginia City Sheridan Meals on Wheels, Sheridan Sunday Sunday The Sheridan Senior Center offers meals for seniors 60 years and 11:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. over Monday - Friday. Seniors may choose to eat at the senior www.rvec.org Bible Study center, family style for $3.50 or have their meal delivered for Prayer requests: 9:00 a.m. $4.00. Delivered meals are within the city limits of Sheridan and 682-4788 843-5296 842-7713 should be called in by 10 a.m. Call Shirley Sand at 842-5966.

ALCOHOLICS Cryptoquip Answer: ANONYMOUS ENNIS ALANON Vennis Over The Hill Unity Group Meeting Every Thurs. at Monday ~ 10:45 a.m. Faced with a drinking problem? Celebrate Recovery 8 p.m., Church of the Basement of Madison Valley Perhaps Alcoholics Anonymous Can Help. BEFORE THE Valley, Twin Bridges Presbyterian Church, Ennis Hugel & Charles SUazN. - 10 a.m., No Smoking, FEATHERED FLIERS ALANON MEETING CALL 682-5097 or 682-7023 Virginia City Library Meets every Saturday at 6 GOT ON THE Same Time - Same Place MON. - Open, 7:30 p.m., Basement of p.m. & starts with a meal. AIRPLANE, THEY M.V. Presbyterian Church, No Smoking ALANON “Keep it Simple.” WED. - 7:30 p.m., Basement of HAD TO DISPLAY Twin Bridges • Church of the Valley M.V. Presbyterian Church ACA Meeting Thursdays, 8 pm A.A. MEETING DAYSPRING MISSION THEIR BIRDING Bethany Hall, Sheridan FRI. - Open, 7:30 p.m., Basement of 12-step program for M.V. Presbyterian Church, No Smoking (behind Methodist Church) 3648 Hwy 287, Sheridan Adult ChildrenPASSES. of Alcoholics ALANON 682-3490, 682-7023 Ennis Pony School House • Weds. 7 pm Wednesdays ~ 8 p.m. 843-5352 Virginia City Bethany Hall-Sheridan | Weds 7 pm Suzy 685-3692 596-0707 Thursday, December 4, 2014 B9

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FIND RELIEF. www.montanabuds.com • 406-763-6727 • [email protected] B10 Thursday, December 4, 2014 Go to outpostevents.net for a complete listing of events WEDNESDAY Christmas Stroll, Musical Brunch, Golf Course Board Farmers Market Winter Christmas Farmers DECEMBER 3 Sheridan Twin Bridges Meeting, Ennis Fest, Twin Bridges Market, Virginia City The Sheridan Christmas Featuring The Silver Monthly meeting. 5 10 a.m. 50/50 Raffle. Virginia City Christmas Holiday Kick Off, Stroll is from 5 to 8 Bow String Quartet. p.m. at First Madison Hourly Door Prizes. Free Farmers Market on Virginia City p.m. on Main Street in Free to the public. Valley Bank. to the Community. 10 Dec. 6, 13 and 20 Please join us for Sheridan. It will feature Two performances. a.m. to 4 p.m. Come from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. wine, cheese and horse drawn wagon Space is limited and WEDNESDAY out to support your located in the log conversation at the rides, a craft fair. Art brunch reservations DECEMBER 10 local farmers market cabin schoolhouse Elling House Arts and contest, vendors and are recommended. and vendors. at the lower end of Humanities Center. 5 much more. Come out Call 684-5959 for School Board Wallace Street across to 8 p.m. RSVP by Dec. and support our local more information. Meeting, Ennis from the Opera House 1 at 843-5555 or info@ businesses, and enjoy Regular meeting, Room in Virginia City. virginiacity.com. the holiday season with MONDAY #3 in high school, family and friends. DECEMBER 8 5 p.m. 682-4258 THURSDAY DECEMBER 4 SATURDAY School Board THURSDAY DECEMBER 6 Meeting, Harrison DECEMBER 11 Business After Regular meeting, Art Hours, Ennis Mental Health Series- Room, 7 p.m. 685-3428 Madison Valley Maples will be closing for a winter break. Ennis Chamber of Depresson, Ennis Book Club, Ennis Thank you for a great opening. 11 a.m., Madison TUESDAY We will meet at 1 p.m. Commerce BAH will Items 1,4,5,6 should be as large a print as pos- See you in the spring! Valley Public Library. DECEMBER 9 at Madisonsible in the Valley size, the other items can be small be hosted by Fan print. The ad should be black and white. The Mountain Inn and 3 Part of a continuing Public Libraryad should to be placeddiscuss the week of 12-1-14.330 Olive Way • Ennis, MT • 406-682-3001 Rivers Communications. series on Mental Friends of the the book Once Upon Health sponsored Thompson-Hickman a River by Bonnie Jo FRIDAY by Friends of the Library Meeting, Campbell. Lucy Ennis Special showing of the movie DECEMBER 5 Madison Valley Public Virginia City will lead the discussion. Library. Lisa Brubaker, Last minute planning Everyone welcome. “BORDER STATES OF AMERICA” The Spirit of Christmas licensed mental health for the Thompson A movie about illegal immigration Stroll, Ennis counselor, will facilitate. Hickman Library Annex Madison County Starring Nick Searcy from TV’s Justified 3 – 8 p.m. on Main Open House on Dec. Library Annex Open Street in Ennis. Come Christmas Farmers 11. Planning activities House, Virginia City Thursday, December 11th • 7:15 p.m. for the New Year. All experience Ennis during Market, Virginia City Come see progress on Madison Theatre Ennis, MT an old fashioned Virginia City Christmas interested parties the annex construction, FREE! Christmas Stroll. Farmers Market on invited to attend free food and music Sponsored by Madison County Tea Party Merchants will be open December 6, 13 and provided from 5 - 8 late, featuring Christmas 20 from 11 a.m. - 5 School Board p.m. Everyone is Meeting, Sheridan 682-4023 treats for all! Pictures p.m. located in the invited. Christmas 115 Main St., Ennis, MT Regular meeting, with Santa, Holiday log cabin schoolhouse Tree Decoration Friday-Sunday, Dec 5-7 crafts, horse drawn hay at the lower end of CB Murray Room, commemorating the rides, ski/snowboard Wallace Street across 7 p.m. 842-5302 "old and new" Library INTERSTELLAR (PG-13) swap, and much more! from the Opera House provided to anyone Friday & Saturday 7:15 pm Matinee Sunday 4:00 pm in Virginia City Border States of donating to purchase Coming Soon - Ski and Skate America starring of furnishings for Dumb and Dumber To (PG-13), The Penguins of Madagascar (PG) Hunger Games - Mockingjay (PG-13) Swap, Ennis Christmas Stroll Nick Searcy, Ennis the library annex. Evenings: Adults $8 • Children (12 & under) $6 Show time at 7:15 pm, 2 – 6 p.m., Gravel and Indoor Event, 7 p.m. at Madison Box Office opens at 6:30 pm Bar, during Ennis Twin Bridges Theatre. A special FRIDAY Find us on at Madisontheatreennis www.ennismovies.com Christmas Stroll. Free Open House: 4 - 6 showing Border States DECEMBER 12 chili and hot cocoa. p.m. Followed by an of America followed I.C.E (Indoor Christmas by discussion about A Splendid Feast, Open Mic Night, Event) at 6 p.m. Come illegal immigration and Virginia City Sheridan over to the fairgrounds its effects on the U.S.A. The Elling House Arts & Open mic following and warm up with Humanities Center hosts performances by high friends, family and their annual “Splendid school musicians. PA community members Feast” on Friday, Dec 12 ive usiC in the asting oom system provided, with chili feed, hay and Saturday, Dec 13. l m t r ! so just bring your rides, Santa, games, For more information every fr i day night 5:30 – 7:30 pm instrument or come by turkey bingo, music. call 843-5507 or email and sing. The Shovel [email protected]. SUNDAY Christmas stroll Fr i day deC 5th: and Spoon at 7 p.m. $4 drink speCials (we have hot drinks too) DECEMBER 7 INSURANCE Christmas Party, Cameron gift Basket give away Christmas Party free $10 gift CertifiCate OF ALL KINDS at the Bear Creek for every $100 spend in our tasting room Schoolhouse. Potluck ethan kunard playing from 5:30 – 7:30 pm MONDAYS Books and Babies, Ennis dinner at 6 p.m., Madison Valley followed by caroling Commissioner’s Public Library, 10:30 Meeting, Virginia City a.m. 682-7244 and a visit by Santa. Madison Co. Please bring a non- Come join the fun, listen to some great musiC and Commissioners meet Grief Support enjoy spirits with a western flavor!! every Monday, unless Group, Ennis perishable item for noted, public welcome. Everyone welcome. Protection the food bank and a 9:30 a.m. Annex Building Meets every “Santa gift” for your Wednesday, 5:30 TUESDAYS p.m. Madison Valley IS ALWAYS children. Everyone SHERIDAN Baptist Church is welcome! Lego Club, Ennis SCHOOLS Come to the Madison THURSDAYS WORTH Valley Public Library to join, build and create MV Women's Club ADULT every Tuesday after FIRST THURS OF school until 5:00. EA. MONTH THE COST SATURDAY EDUCATION Regular monthly DECEMBER 13 Open Table Tennis, meeting noon at the AGENCY INSURANCE DIVISION Pony 7 - 9 p.m. Madison Valley Baptist ENNIS 682-4202 For all ages and skill Church on 287 N. DYNAMIC STRETCHING levels - Two Tables MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY At the Pony School MV Manor Auxilary Info @ 685-3481 Meeting, Ennis 5:30 – 6:30 PM SECOND THURS NORRIS HOT SPRINGS NOVEMBER 3 – DECEMBER 17 Madison County Mental OF EA. MONTH Health Local Advisory 1 p.m., Madison Valley SHERIDAN HIGH SCHOOL - OLD GYM Council, Virginia City Manor SunRoom Learn how to activate your muscles, increase your strength Meeting the third and improve your balance through dynamic stretching. This Tuesday of each FRIDAYS MUSIC THIS WEEKEND: month from 4 - 6 p.m. in gentle technique is for all ages and fitness levels. County Commissioner’s Story Time, Ennis Fri 11/28 - Jacob Lilley and conference room in Pre-K to Grade 2, 11 the Forest Service Planning Broadway Annex. a.m. Madison Valley Old Time/Bluegrass PHOTO ALBUMS IN THE Public Library. 682-7244. Sat 11/29 - Kent Johnson Perfect Children's Story & Craft Singer/Songwriter Time, Virginia City Live Music, Ennis Parties! DIGITAL AGE Sun 11/30 - Little Jane 7-9 PM Every Tuesday at 10:30 Willlie's Distillery hosts Acoustic Duo CALL TO a.m. at the Thompson live music in the tasting JANUARY 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26 AND 28 Hickman Library. room, 5:30 p.m.. See Alt Country PLAN YOURS! the weekly ad on this SHERIDAN HIGH SCHOOL – BUSINESS LAB page for performers. HOURS: WEDNESDAYS Bring your old photos and be ready to create lasting FRIDAY-SATURDAY- TOPS, Ennis SUNDAY Pool & Cafe memories. You will learn how to use different hardware to Weekly weigh-in, 9:00 (September - May) scan pictures, organize your files, back them up and how a.m. Meeting, 9:30 a.m. Live Music - Norris noon - 10 sat-sun to use web based software to create legacy quality memory MVMC in downstairs 7 p.m. See the weekly books and other projects for your family and friends. Bring a 4-10 thurs-fri-mon conference room. ad on this page for large thumb drive or external hard drive for photo storage. Jeanne, 682-3299 weekly performers. 108 N. Main • Sheridan norrishotsprings.com 842-7999 theshovelandspoon.com 406.685.3303 To register for a class call Emily at 842-5302.