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75¢ | Volume 141, Issue 46 www.madisoniannews.com Thursday, September 12, 2013 Twin Bridges teen dies in single-vehicle accident

Faith Moldan “Alcohol was definitely a cident. contemplated walking on to a Johnson said Pfertsh was a ported to the Ruby Valley Hos- The Madisonian factor in the accident,” Roger “The road is well traveled, college football team after grad- fabulous young man whom he got pital, and the two males were [email protected] Thompson, Madison County but not the best road. It’s dirt the uation. to know well during the past four later sent to St. James Healthcare Undersheriff and Coroner, said. whole way and curvy. It can be Twin Bridges School Su- years. He added that Pfertsh was in Butte for further diagnosis. Michael Pfertsh, 19, of Twin “Speed was a probable cause hard to navigate a dirt road at perintendent Chad Johnson said well liked, nice and always posi- Pfertsh was not wearing any kind Bridges was ejected from the too.” night,” Thompson said. classes would continue as nor- tive. Johnson said Twin Bridges of restraint in the truck bed. open bed of a pickup truck when The accident occurred Pfertsh was a 2013 graduate mally as possible, but Pfertsh’s students would set up a memorial Charges against the male it failed to make the curve in the shortly after 3 a.m. Sunday on of Twin Bridges High School. He death has staff and students at of some kind in Pfertsh’s honor. driver are pending after the Mon- road. Pfertsh was pinned under the Melrose-Twin Bridges cutoff participated in football, basket- the school saddened. Four individuals in cab of tana Highway Patrol completes the truck after it partially rolled road seven miles west of Twin ball and track. A receiver for the “We will have all kinds of the truck – a 20-year-old driver its investigation. and efforts to resuscitate him Bridges. The area does not have Falcons’ football team and state grief and counseling resources and three 19-year-old passengers “It’s an unfortunate accident were unsuccessful, according to good cell phone reception, but champion track and field relay available for students and staff – received non-life threatening and another young life lost be- Montana Highway Patrol trooper other occupants of the truck were team member, Pfertsh received throughout the week,” Johnson injuries. All four, who were not cause of the choices they made,” Mitch Voss. able to call for help after the ac- offers for track scholarships and said. “It’s tough for everyone.” wearing seatbelts, were trans- Thompson said. HELLS CANYON Madison Valley Public Library faces budget challenges

Faith Moldan years ago to nearly $100,000 The Madisonian last year. [email protected] “The biggest challenge is the library cash reserves,” After an ask by the li- finance committee member brary director and board for a Brian Vincent said. “The in- budget of $105,979 and denial tention last year was to use by the Town of Ennis, short- the added mill levy money to ened library hours and the build cash reserves and off- cancellation of story time at set recent increases. Instead, the Madison Valley Public Li- much of it was spent and the brary are now in effect. trend is continuing – more “I had to look at what money is being spent than we could cut – core services what comes in.” versus special programs - and Cash reserves are for unfortunately it was story- unplanned and unforeseen Photo courtesy of Lauren McDonald time,” Library Director Kathy events or can be used to carry Hells Canyon fire as seen from Silica Butte on Sept. 7. Knack said. The library’s items over from year to year books and babies program for larger planned expen- will still meet at 10:30 a.m. ditures. The goal should be on Wednesdays. Knack said approximately 20 percent of Fire burns near she will take a month to as- the budget or about $20,000, sess the change. Vincent said. Cash reserves at In order to keep the li- the end of the last fiscal year brary open on Saturdays, were $9,641. He added that he Twin Bridges Knack said she had to change had hoped the library could some weekday hours of part- adjust to the budget without Faith Moldan lately, officials said it was hard to time employees to the week- cutting programs. The Madisonian say how long the fire smoldered end. Part-time employees Possible utilities cost [email protected] before it was detected. have lost 13 hours of work due savings were deemed too “Air tankers and single en- to the changes. small to make a difference, The Hells Canyon fire in the gine air tankers (SEATs) and a The Town of Ennis’ fi- but the finance committee Beaverhead-Deerlodge National helitanker have been assisting fire nance committee suggested suggested grants and better Forest was detected on Saturday, crews on the ground with aerial the library function this fis- labor management since more Sept. 7. The lightning-caused fire retardant drops and water to help cal year with a flat budget mill levies do not seem to be has burned 150 acres so far and is cool the edges of the fire,” Forest of $96,348 instead of the the solution. Increased county 75 percent contained. Service spokesperson Leona Rod- $105,979 that was asked for. money was another idea. Vin- Located almost seven miles reick said. The library receives fund- cent said the library board has west of Silver Star in the Highland Saturday night brought good ing from the Town of Ennis, been very receptive. Mountains, it is one mile north progress on the south and west- Madison County, and Mon- Knack said the library is of the Hells Canyon Cabin and is ern sides of the fire. On Sunday tana State Library. Madison open to the possibility of vol- burning away from the cabin. A the firefighters took advantage of County shared revenue con- unteers helping out and en- survey and scope of the fire’s size the cooler morning temperatures, tributes $40,000 and a town courages people to continue was completed Monday afternoon higher humidity, and calmer winds mill levy and general fund to visit the library and parents and were said to possibly indicate to build fireline along the eastern add another $49,468. Almost to bring in their children. Li- a small increase in the fire’s size. $7,000 comes from other brary hours are Monday thru With the frequent thunderstorms Turn to HELLS on pg. 2 Photo courtesy of Leona Rodreick sources. The budget has in- Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and creased from $57,000 four Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Shaw appointed to sage grouse advisory council Faith Moldan portant part of Montana’s wild- members hail from cities big general public have all been in- The Madisonian life tradition while allowing and small across the state and volved as well. All the meetings [email protected] other managed uses of the land. include State Representative are open to the public. “To date, the Natural Re- Ray Shaw from Sheridan, who This advisory council’s The sage grouse, a candi- sources Conservation Service said the board’s work is very im- work on a Montana-specific date species under the Endan- has spent millions implement- portant and affects all Montan- plan coincides with the Natural gered Species Act, has garnered ing a wide variety of conserva- ans. The Governor made sure to Resources Conservation Ser- a lot of attention in Helena and tion actions on private lands for appoint not only state officials, vice’s Sage Grouse Initiative. across the state as Governor that purpose,” Pat Deibert, Na- but also representatives from The initiative is focused on con- Steve Bullock appointed an ad- tional Sage-grouse Conserva- industry including livestock serving sage grouse and main- visory council to lead the effort tion Coordinator with the U.S. and environmental organiza- taining healthy, viable working to develop and carry out man- Fish and Wildlife Service, said. tions. Shaw said groups includ- ranches. The deadline for the agement options to ensure sage Members of the board were ing farming, power companies, grouse are maintained as an im- appointed in February. Board sportsmen, and members of the Turn to SHAW on pg. 2

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HELLS from pg. 1 amount of snags and dead or burning in grass, brush, and of Emergency Services, Madi- Conforming Mortgage Fixed Rates side and work towards the north dying trees and the firefighters beetle infested pine, with three son Rural Fire District, Sheri- 30 Years - .000% Points to box in the fire. need to be careful.” Type 1 crews – Helena, Chief dan Volunteer Fire Depart- “The goal is to keep the fire Rodreick added that there Mountain, and Pioneer Peak ment, and the Twin Bridges 4.625 % Rate 4.768% APR north of FS Road 9381, west of are no closures in the area but (Alaska) – and one Type 2 Volunteer Fire Department Billy Johns Trail, east of Hells asks that people travelling near crew – Great Northern - man- have all responded for a total of Canyon Creek and south of the fire be cautious of the fire aging the fire. Personnel from 95 personnel. 15 Years - .000% Points White Pipe Ridge,” Rodreick equipment and firefighters the Beaverhead-Deerlodge Na- For more information, go said. “The northern portion of along the roadway. tional Forest, Madison County, online to inciweb.nwcg.gov and 3.625% Rate 3.868% APR the fire contains a significant The Hells Canyon fire is Madison County Department click on Hells Canyon. Rates subject to change without notice, APR calculation is based on a $200,000.00 loan amount with a 1% loan origination fee, $975.00 underwriting fee, $295.00 document processing fee, Mers fee $11.95, $15.00 flood determination fee, $4.00 transcript fee, 15 days of prepaid interest and *discount point fee as stated above. SHAW from pg. 1 before it goes out for public the concern for the bird. Ac- Deibert said. “The sagebrush comment. Public hearings will cording to Deibert, sage grouse ecosystem is actually incredibly Montana plan is January 2014 be held around the state, with currently have a range cover- diverse and complex and loss of for approval from the Governor, Dillon being one of the sites ing 11 western states and two a key component such as sage AUTO LOANS but it must also be approved by sometime in November. Canadian provinces. She said grouse will increase the insta- AS the U.S. Fish Wildlife Service. Topics of discussion have the birds are dependent on sage- bility of the system itself.” LOW AS “Every other state around varied and include a number brush, but will also use grass- The next meeting is set for us has a plan, which they had of actions and items – infra- lands and occasionally irrigated Sept. 24-25 to discuss review in some cases six years to com- structure, oil, mining, fire, and croplands, depending on the draft recommendations. The plete,” Shaw said. “Our time %rate agricultural conversion – that location and type. Sagebrush is meeting will be held in Helena 4.5 Office: 406.682.4215 frame is six months. At the start help or hinder the sage grouse commonly used for grazing and at the Capitol Building, Room Toll Free: 888.622.4215 of this task it seemed impos- population. Sage grouse, North recreation and is often home to 152. % 213 E. Main St sible, and at times it still does.” America’s largest grouse, de- wildlife valuable for hunting “This issue affects the APR Ennis, MT 59729 4.879 Testimony from the meet- pend almost entirely on sage- and other species. whole state so we must come ings held May through last week Rates subject to change without notice. APR calculation brush environments to meet “The condition of sage up with a plan that will work,” based on $20,000.00 loan amount with a $149.00 loan fee, will be put together in the draft 48 payments of $459.67 on approved credit. their habitat needs. Changes to grouse is indicative of the eco- Shaw said. “And we will.” plan and reviewed many times those environments have led to system on which they depend,” www.bankingonthefuture.com Montana 2013-14 Waterfowl

Customw Building Design Conventional Frame& Homes Commercial Regulations Set B Remodels & Additions Hand-crafted Log Homes Submitted by Tom Palmer Montana, season dates are Sept. they can, but especially on those ly limit to three times the daily &E all phases of construction Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks 28 – Jan. 2, 2014, for ducks and two days when they are the cen- limit. design and consulting coots; and Sept. 28 – Jan. 5, 2014, ter of attention,” said Jim Han- Duck populations of most Brad Bullock Office Ken Evans The Montana Fish & Wild- and Jan. 10 – 14, 2014, for geese. sen, FWP’s Central Flyway wa- species remain good, with ducks 581-4117 682-7942 490-2758 life Commission recently set The season will be closed Jan. 6 terfowl coordinator in Billings. 33 percent above the long-term waterfowl hunting regulations, – 9, 2014. Bag limits will be similar to average. Canada goose numbers including split duck and goose The split seasons will allow last season, with a couple of ex- remain strong. More details on seasons in the Pacific Flyway one more weekend of hunting in ceptions. Statewide, the canvas- the breeding waterfowl surveys and a split goose season in the exchange for four weekdays be- back daily bag limit will increase can be found at http://www.fly- Central Flyway. ing closed. The season length from one to two, and the scaup ways.us. In the Pacific Flyway, gen- must be within the federal frame- daily bag will drop to three. Waterfowl regulations will erally the western portion of work. In the Pacific Flyway, the soon be available on the FWP Montana, season dates are Sept. The special two-day Youth light goose daily bag increased website at fwp.mt.gov. Printed 28 – Jan. 5, 2014, and Jan. 10-14, Waterfowl Season for those ages from 10 to 20. Canada goose regulations should be available 2014, for ducks, coots and geese. 12–15 and accompanied by a daily bag limits remain at four the by the third week of Septem- The season will be closed Jan. 6 non-hunting adult at least 18 in the Pacific Flyway and five in ber. Hunters need to check the – 9, 2014. years old, will be Sept. 21 – 22. the Central Flyway. Possession regulations for the other species In the Central Flyway, gen- “Hunters are encouraged to limits for ducks and geese will restrictions for ducks, as well as erally the eastern portion of get the youngsters out any day increase from two times the dai- other details.

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Faith Moldan Road access for Madison Valley “We see Montana’s youth region, but we also encourage Park and Sweet Grass counties Season applications, which The Madisonian Ski Club members would con- as being the future of this great students to strive for academic are eligible, but must maintain a must be submitted in person, [email protected] tinue this winter season. state and so we’ve formed the improvement and to experience 3.0 grade point average or high- are available online and grade Encouraging Montana’s Moonlight Basin Aspiration Re- the benefits of outdoor recre- er. Home school students must verification is completed by each Moonlight Basin announced youth one pass at a time, M-Bar-T ward Team,” Moonlight’s web- ation.” achieve “Complete Composite school individually. formally through advertisements rewards students in grades 6-12 site states. “With M-Bar-T, not Students attending pub- National Stanine” score of sev- For more information, email recently that its student program for academic excellence with a only do we reach out to our com- lic, private and home schools in en or higher on the 2011 Spring [email protected]. – M-Bar-T – and Jack Creek discounted season ski pass. munity and stay involved in our Gallatin, Madison, Beaverhead, Iowa Test of Basic Skills.

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Photo by Faith Moldan Items like medication, flashlights and a battery powered or hand crank radio, as seen here, are good to have packed in an emergency kit.

Photos by Doug Skillman Put together by the Madison Valley Medical Center, the mass casualty training exercise in- cluded fire crews, police, and ambulance crews, among many others.

Students from the first responder class at Ennis High School played the part of injured patients for local first responders. COUNTY, TOWNS PLAN FOR EMERGENCIES

Faith Moldan Services, and Madison County ment needs.” training exercise schedule is be- an alarm system or intercom to cies to help them with. The Madisonian Communication Office. DiGiovanna added that the ing developed that will result in warn of drills and emergencies,” Christine Durham, Public [email protected] “One of our goals is school communication officers need full-scale exercises of this nature Overstreet said. Health Nurse, assured the crowd safety for students, so we felt this to be well versed in all types of being conducted as often as ev- Ennis Police Chief Scott that her office works closely with “Practice the way you play,” was a good opportunity to prac- situations and scenarios, as well ery other year.” Newell said the more realistic the many of the other offices in the is the mantra the Ennis Mustang tice our evacuation procedures,” as who to dispatch and notify Each agency and department training, like the mass casualty county. She said Madison Coun- football team lives by and it’s fit- John Overstreet, Ennis Superin- for every kind of call imagin- that took part used the train- exercise, the better the perfor- ty was lucky because it has so far ting of Madison County’s first re- tendent, said of the training exer- able while situations still arise ing to reflect on what went well mance during an actual crisis. not had an outbreak of whooping sponders and other local agencies cise in Ennis. that can be new, challenging, and and which areas need improve- Newell said the exercise was the cough like its neighbors. Durham when it comes to emergency and In addition to first responder unusual. ment. Chris Mumme, Direc- first for Reserve Police Officer credits that to a well-vaccinated disaster preparedness, as well. class students acting the part of Madison County agencies tor of Emergency Management David MacKenzie. population. In cases of disease Last week, the Madison Val- victims, Overstreet said every- responded in accordance with Services said his department Getting ready for a disaster outbreaks, her office is prepared ley Medical Center organized a one at the school participated be- the county’s earthquake proto- tries to have at least three train- or emergency does not fall solely to administer vaccines and medi- mass casualty training exercise cause they ran the school’s earth- cols. Doug Skillman of Madison ing exercises a year, but they are on first responders and govern- cine to the entire population of and the American Red Cross quake drill. The school also used Valley Medical Center said the more table top exercises such as ment agencies. Individuals and Madison County. brought a preparedness program its phone alert system to notify important aspects of the training active shooter in the courthouse, families need to prepare them- “We have plans for every- to Sheridan. Participants at the parents ahead of time about the were exercising incident com- dam failure at Madison Dam and selves for possible disaster too, thing,” Durham said, including hospital were department man- drill. mand procedures, communica- a major earthquake in Madison as was iterated at the Get Ready, what would happen if there was agers, auxiliary personnel and a “I was one of two dispatch- tions both within the hospital and County. He added that informa- Sheridan emergency prepared- an influx of people from a disas- nursing department staff mem- ers assisting in the 911 center,” to and from supporting agencies, tion pulled from these exercises ness event. A crowd of about 20 ter elsewhere in the region. ber. There was also participa- Steve DiGiovanna, Communica- and responding to the receipt of will be used for updating annex- people gathered to learn what is For more information about tion from Ennis Schools, Ennis tions Coordinator, said. “Janet mass casualties. es in the Emergency Operations needed in an emergency kit, what how to prepare for an emergency Ambulance, Madison County Fortner was the other. We were “This is the first exercise of Plan. plans their homes need, and what or disaster, visit http://www.red- Sheriff’s Office, Madison Coun- both kept quite busy with the this magnitude in more than six “With this drill, we learned they can count on the county, cross.org/mt/billings/programs- ty Department of Emergency drill as well as other law enforce- years,” Skillman said. “A robust that our old gym does not have first responders, and other agen- services/preparedness. Threats, gunfire lead to arrest DNRC Northern Rockies Tree School

Faith Moldan day night incident. of receiving the text message. Submitted by Tim Egan estry. will also be a panel discussion of The Madisonian Royston is presently be- The SOBERLINK also takes a Montana Dept. Natural This year’s keynote speaker is risks, costs, response and planning. [email protected] ing held on the felony charge at photo of him while he is blow- Resources and Conservation University of Florida Horticultural- A pre-session workshop by the Gallatin County Detention ing. This device is used in place ist Dr. Edward F. Gilman, author of Dr. John Ball from the University of Jeremy Adam Royston, 37, Center on a $2,000 bond. He of the more common SCRAM The Montana Department of the International Society of Arbor- South Dakota and Bill Cassel from was arrested Saturday, Sept. 7 made his initial court appear- bracelet. Natural Resources and Conserva- ists book: An Illustrated Guide to the City of Denver will focus on ar- for assault with a weapon after ance in Gallatin County and ap- Royston was previously ar- tion (DNRC), the City of Dillon and Pruning. The theme for this year’s borist safety, utilities and tree risks. threatening campers up Mill peared in Madison County via rested in Gallatin County for other sponsors will host the North- classes is “Risky Business: Tree All classes will take place in Creek with profanity and gun- video on Monday. fictitious plates and had his ern Rockies Tree School in Dillon Risks and Arboriculture in the the Lewis and Clark Room of Mat- fire. The court ordered Royston driver’s license suspended/re- Sept. 19-20 on the campus of the Northern Rockies”. thews Hall. “He accused the other to have a SOBERLINK to mon- voked in December 2012. University of Montana-Western. Classroom topics will include For more information, contact campers of driving through his itor any alcohol consumption. “His case will be filed to This event offers a great learn- Pruning to Minimize Risk, When DNRC Dillon Unit Manager Tim camp and said he would hurt Royston carries the device with the county attorney’s office and ing experience for arborists, munici- Trees Attack, Tree Risk Assess- Egan at 683-6305. Online registra- them after he shot his gun off,” him and when he receives a he will appear in district court pal workers, tree companies, ground ment, Tree Planting and Early Es- tion is available at the Dillon Tree Madison County Sheriff Dave text message he must blow into soon,” Schenk said. workers, extension agents, students, tablishment, and Nursery Selection Board’s website, http://www.dillon- Schenk said of the late Satur- the device within 15 minutes agency personnel and anyone who to Avoid High-Risk Trees. There trees.org/. is interested in trees and urban for- Elk, brucellosis and cattle in southwestern Montana By M. Jeff Hagener ern Montana elk spend parts of owner who ended up not need- was reinstated into the club in tions from the working group that livestock from January to June, Director, Fish, Wildlife & Park their lives on private lands where ing to use them, helped to build 2009, a few years after three cas- spent about six months on build- the high-risk months for trans- ranchers work to make a living fence, and authorized more haz- es of brucellosis exposure were ing, tearing down and rebuilding mitting the bacteria. It also sanc- Months after the end of pasturing cattle in country des- ing and another dispersal hunt to tracked back to elk. brucellosis risk management rec- tions limited, strategic and sur- Montana’s 2012 hunting season, ignated as a “brucellosis surveil- keep elk away from cattle. Hospital-like triage won’t ommendations. gical late season dispersal hunts nine licensed hunters on a pub- lance area.” The 6,700 square- Calling in the hunters week- pencil out for elk. First, no effec- The 2013-14 proposed work and landowner kill permits when lic late-hunt roster were offered mile area charted 90,440 hunter by-week succeeded much like tive wildlife vaccine exists. Sec- plan from the Elk Management events demand. the opportunity to harvest elk days afield last year. Few areas the 12-member working group ond, with or without a vaccine, Guidelines in Areas with Bru- Make no mistake; FWP has from private lands in southwest- are more popular among Montana grudgingly hoped it would. think helicopters, fixed-wing air- cellosis Working Group was re- significant skin in the game on ern Montana. Over the course of elk hunters. The elk moved on. planes, all-terrain vehicles, spot- cently presented to the Montana lands were the specter of brucel- about three weeks in March, the In part, the hunters were Brucellosis in domestic cat- ters, sharp-shooters, net guns, Fish & Wildlife Commission. It losis hasn’t given in. When con- hunters took eight antlerless elk called in March to get a herd of tle is being effectively controlled tranquillizing drugs, syringes, continues the risk management sidering all the twisted plot lines from the Paradise Valley. 500 elk to move on, or to dis- and subdued with sound veteri- needles, autoclaves, radio col- course set in motion last winter of brucellosis, FWP’s work is tied The hunt marked the first perse, far away from livestock nary medicine based on a system lars, GPS, computers, blind cor- and again calls for the oversight to keeping southwestern Mon- time this type of recommendation concentrated in winter-feeding of vaccination, quarantine, test- rals, holding pens, quarantine of local working groups, should tana elk robust and welcome on was set into play. And it’s perhaps pastures. ing and, when necessary, killing areas, feed by the megaton, and a any local folks want to lend a private land habitats, and to help- the most controversial suggestion In previous weeks, in places cattle exposed to brucellosis. The landmass larger than Connecticut critical eye to proposed activities. ing the livestock industry remain crafted by a group that worked for where elk and cattle were “com- disease is caused by bacteria that with seven mountain ranges, six None have yet, but creating local strong, because each is vital to six months to agree on ways to mingling,” FWP found success targets pregnant cows and results substantial river drainages, and working groups is a high priority our culture and economy. manage the risk of the transmis- in putting other working group in aborted young. Today, every 30,000 elk to capture and test. It for FWP. For information or to com- sion of brucellosis from wild elk recommendations into action, in- state in the nation has the U.S. would be formidable at best. Key work plan efforts for ment on the work plan, visit to domestic cattle in areas north cluding the employment of riders Department of Agriculture’s bru- FWP’s 21st century focus, 2014 include providing landown- FWP’s website at fwp.mt.gov. of Yellowstone National Park. on horseback to haze elk. FWP cellosis “class free status” seal of then, is based on some very ba- ers resources for hazing and fenc- Comments are being accepted Some 30,000 southwest- also gave kill permits to a land- approval for livestock. Montana sic, Montana-made recommenda- ing to help keep elk away from through 5 p.m. on Sept. 13. Thursday, September 12, 2013 A8

A4 OpiniOn County residents have constitutional right to approve project Dear Editor, of the project are not the issue. Commissioners: the residents of completion of the have the Constitutional right to see that circumventing the vot- If you feel you have the right to It has been brought to our at- plans or the cost of this project. give our approval to this very ers’ authority at the ballot box is Once again, Madison Coun- vote on this capitol improvement, tention, that a plan to build an an- We are assuming what you have sizable project. not the constitutional way. ty residents have been denied contact the commissioners office nex to accommodate the offices completed is up to the M.C.A With this in mind, we re- the right to vote. The issue of a at 843-4277 or e-mail madco@ of Madison County Government codes. We feel that even though spectfully request that construc- Sincerely, new county facility has been re- madison.mt.gov. Time is an issue has been completed, and bids for the County Commissioners have tion of this annex be promptly John Claypool jected twice by the voters. This so please contact ASAP. services to complete this project been able to collect and reserve placed on a ballot, to be voted on Ennis time the issue was not taken to I sent the following letter have been requested. We have $3,500,000 of taxpayer funds, by the voters of Madison County. them. The fact is very few resi- to the commissioners and you seen no news article in our coun- the projected cost of the project, We trust that your good judg- dents are even aware. The merits should too. ty’s “paper of record,” informing the residents of Madison County ment will prevail and you will Don’t take the bait, America A great “last hurrah” Thank you for the help Dear Editor, down-playing the fact that we I am sure that everyone who to the Elks, also, for allowing us Thank you to the Twin equipment, and muscle from will be siding with Al-Qaeda, attended “The Last Hurrah”, Vir- to use their facility, and to the Bridges Fire Department and volunteers got us back on track Wake up America! Do you will surely work if we remain ginia City School reunion, joins Outlaw Café – the food was deli- volunteers who helped clean up quickly. really think your President cares dumb enough to take the bait. me in thanking Evalyn Johnson cious! our yard after the windstorm about the destruction of innocent If you want more informa- for organizing the event. She did did so much damage. It was Douglas and Janice Denson human life? This President’s tion on this, see “Science meets a marvelous job. So, thank you, Terry (Dixon) Bray overwhelming to lose so many Twin Bridges entire career has been spent UN Agenda 21, Eugenics and Evalyn, your efforts are greatly Alder trees, but the expertise, donated supporting the death camps of Population Control”, by John appreciated! A special thanks Planned Parenthood and the O’Sullivan. global elites’ agenda to reduce the earth’s population by two Bob Wagner Thanks to the community thirds. Making war fits nicely Harrison Thanks for your support into this plan. Exploiting the Thank you to all of you that so much, to Bernie Brophy of deaths of children in Syria, and during my treatment supported us in such a tragic Butte Granite Works. It meant time. A special thank you to a lot to us to have had Wendy’s To family and friends, thank for cancer treatment. the staff at Harrison School, to headstone in place before her in- Thank you so much you for your prayers, cards, and Wendy’s coworkers at the Madi- terment. letters while I was in the Veter- Norm Dixon Thank you to everyone who Your kindness is greatly ap- son Valley Manor, to Kellie Pe- ans’ Hospital in Salt Lake City Sheridan shared their kindness through preciated – much more than I can terson, and to the Harrison-Pony Doug Strong Family cards, phone calls and visits for give thanks for. Ladies Aid Society. Thank you, Harrison Pearl as she lived her life. Even Sincerely, more thanks go out to those who Elmer Visser and Family sent cards, made calls, brought Harrison food and visited with me after her passing. Obituaries Michael Joseph Pfertsh July 10, 1994 - Sept. 8, 2013 Established in 1873 attending college this spring. School. He and Jesse also helped Maesar, Dena (Ryan) Maddison, His dreams and zest for life were the 4x400 relay team break the Kelsey (Cody) Lowder, Chey- (USPS 325-340) inspiring to all his family and school record previously held by enne Pfertsh, and Kenya Pfertsh; Montana’s Oldest Operating Weekly Newspaper friends. Michael had a profound his cousin. numerous cousins, second cous- Published Thursdays at Ennis, Montana for Madison love for his family and especial- He is preceded in death ins, extended family, and close and South Jefferson Counties. ly for his twin brother, Jesse, and by great-grandparents Elmer J. friends that will miss his charis- his sisters Katie and China. He Pfertsh, Catherine R. Pfertsh, matic laughter and wit. Owners/Publishers: was kind and caring to all peo- William J. Buck, Catherine Services and slide show ple, especially his young cousins Buck, Charles V. Downen, and will be at Twin Bridges High Matt & Susanne Hill, Chris & Erin Leonard and nephew. He loved the out- great-aunt Jody Pfertsh. School on the basketball court Advertising & Circulation Manager: doors and frequent hunting, fish- Michael is survived by par- Thursday Sept. 12, at 4:30 in the Susanne Hill ing, and camping trips with his ents William Joseph Pfertsh, afternoon. Afterwards, the Fal- Production: Erin Leonard dad. Michael had a great talent Jennifer Alameda Johnson, Tina cons will lead everyone onto the “I’ve failed over and over Circulation Manager/Sales Assistant: for training bird dogs and had Kay Pfertsh; siblings Jesse Jo- football field for a celebration of again in my life and that is why I gentleness for animals. seph Pfertsh, his twin, China Michael’s life. There will be a Sara Racine succeed.” – Michael Jordan His Twin Bridges Falcon Maree (Travis) Pfertsh, Katie moment of silence and a balloon Reporter: Faith Moldan High School accomplishments Lynn Pfertsh; and nephew Chis- release as the buzzer sounds. A Contributors: Michael was born July 10, include: All Conference Track topher Allen Pfertsh; Grand- reception will be held afterwards Gail Banks, Gerry Mooney, Keith Axberg, 1994, 11 weeks premature be- Freshman–Senior years; All parents Jack E. Pfertsh, Ma- at the Jack and Marolyn Pfertsh Art Kehler, Allison Clark, Stacy Gatewood cause he couldn’t wait to bring State Track Junior and Senior rolyn Pfertsh, Karen Clifton, residence, at 144 Metully Lane happiness, love, and joy to the years; All State Football 2013 and Larry Clifton; and Great in Twin Bridges. Please feel free countless people whose lives and Bob Cleverly Class C All Grandmother Inez Downen. He to bring a salad or dessert. ENNIS, MONTANA he touched. Michael was an ex- Star Player 2013. Michael earned is also survived by aunts Debbie Donations can be made to ceptional athlete and won many numerous State Track medals (Randy) Burke, Candis (Kenny) a memorial account in his name - Madisonian Editorial Policy - medals, ribbons, and awards for and awards and helped his team- Pfertsh, Mistea Pfertsh, Dezzi that has been set up at Ruby Val- Editorials are intended to acquaint our readers with the his speed on the track, on the mates bring home the Class C Pfertsh, Christina Clifton; uncle ley National Bank with branches Editor’s viewpoints on matters of public importance. Guest edi- football field, and the basketball State Football 2011-2012 Cham- Jack Pfertsh; cousins RJ (Jes- in Twin Bridges and Sheridan torials and letters from readers (Letters to the Editor) reflect the court. Michael was planning on pionship to Twin Bridges High sica) Lowder, Mindy (Mike) for convenience. opinion of the writers and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Editor or the staff of The Madisonian. Wendy Ann (Talley) Strong

- Press Release Policy - July 3, 1974 - Aug. 20, 2013 •The Madisonian staff will give all press releases full consider- Wendy Ann (Talley) Strong After 12 years together, Wen- Chris, David and Samantha Talley, ation, but ultimately retains the authority to determine whether or passed away Aug. 20, 2013 at the dy and her husband Doug were and Jonathon and Stephanie Strong not to publish releases. age of 39 from injuries sustained in married on Dec. 12, 2012. Wendy’s – three stepchildren – Steven, Mat- •Content must be factual and objective. a car accident. family was her pride and joy. She thew and Sandra Strong (Grand •Content must not contain advertising language (such as “call Wendy was born July 3, 1974, loved camping and floating the river Blanc, Mich.) –grandson Xzavior now,” “to buy tickets for,” “now showing,”) or include pricing. •Items of a general business interest are appropriate for in Hudson, Mich. to Charles Talley with family and friends. Wendy also Talley, brother Charles Talley Ju- advertising—see advertising policy and current rates. and Edith Webster and was a gradu- loved decorating for the holidays. nior of Port Huron, Mich., mother •Content must not be derogatory to competing companies ate of Hudson High School. She A certified nurse’s assistant at Edith Webster of Alpena, Mich., or organizations. attended Mott Community Col- Madison Valley Manor in Ennis, and father Charles Talley of Har- •Content may only be submitted and published once. lege in Hudson as well. Previously Wendy earlier worked at Wheat rison. •There are no guarantees that press releases will be published. a resident of Four Corners, Mont., Montana in Three Forks and at Services were held Aug. 31 at •The Madisonian may edit submissions for grammar and content. Hudson, Mich., and Flint, Mich., Wheat and Thistle in Harrison. 11 a.m. in the Harrison Community •The Madisonian reserves the right to make all determinations she made her home in Harrison for Wendy is survived by her hus- Church. Burial took place at the relative to the above policy. five years before her death. band Doug Strong, five children – Pioneer Cemetery in Harrison.

- Letters to the Editor/Readers Speak Policy - Rae Ann Toole The Madisonian encourages the opinions of readers on public issues and matters of local concern. Letters must be close to Nov. 10, 1952 - Sept. 7, 2013 350 words. Please include the writer’s name, address and phone kane, Wash., to Jim and Marilyn working with the Budweiser as a hard-working individual number. The Madisonian reserves the right to edit Toole. She spent her childhood Clydesdales and driving the with a heart of gold and a gift- content for grammar, good taste and libel. We also reserve years in Spokane and became an Budweiser van for seven years ed sense of humor. She made the right to reject or delay publications. avid and accomplished horse- opened a new door in her life friends wherever she landed Announcements and letters of a commercial nature will not appear in this column. woman, competing in English, and formed many of her most and her life philosophy of “it is Western, roping, and barrel treasured memories, such as what it is” will live on. - Display & Classified Advertising Policy - racing competitions. Follow- being in the Rose Bowl Parade Rae was preceded in death The Madisonian accepts most advertising. It is up to us to de- ing high school Rae completed in 1979-1980. by her parents and grandpar- cide on placement and content acceptability. training in both dental hygiene Rae realized her dream in ents, Ruby and Ed Cockrell. The advertisements in this publication are not necessarily and business. She worked in 2004 when she purchased her She is survived by her broth- the opinion of or supported by The Madisonian. many different jobs during her home in Sheridan with help ers Rick Toole of Kennewick, Please note: Our client information is confidential. life: as a service representative from her grandfather, Ed Cock- Wash., and Michael Toole of for Pitney Bowes, driving for rell, whom she adored. Keep- Post Falls, Idaho. ~ Subscription Rates ~ a timber crew in Alaska, man- ing her home maintained and Cremation has taken place Rae Ann Toole, 60, passed In-State - $35.00/1 year or $60.00/2 years • Out-of-State - $45.00/1 aging a gift shop in Virginia looking immaculate inside and and there will be no service, at away Sept. 7, 2013, after a cou- year or 75.00/2 years (e-Edition complimentary with print subscription)• City, working as a custodian out was a source of pride to Rae’s request. Memorials are $30 - e-Edition only •$40 - 6 mos. print/1 year e-Edition rageous battle with cancer. Rae for Sheridan Schools and later Rae. preferred to Ruby Valley Hos- Postmaster: Please, Send Address Changes to: was born Nov. 10, 1952, in Spo- the Ruby Valley Hospital. But Rae will be remembered pital or a charity of choice. The Madisonian, P.O. Box 365, Ennis, MT 59729 Phone 406-682-7755 Robert Allan “Bob” Bullock Toll Free 1-888-238-7849 email: [email protected] April 27, 1933 - Sept. 7, 2013 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday ~ 9-Noon & 1-5 - Unless Notified Otherwise Robert Allan “Bob” Bullock, U.S. Navy. His first enlistment mine work, road construction, 80, went to be with the Lord on was from 1950-1954 as a diesel special deputy for the Madison Saturday, Sept. 7, after a coura- mechanic aboard the DDE Ep- County Sheriff’s Department and NEWS & ADVERTISING geous two-year battle with cancer. person, and from 1957-1961 as other endeavors until he earned Bob was born April 27, 1933, an engineman aboard the U.S.S. his master plumber’s license in in Livingston, Mont., the fourth Paiute. He was a veteran of the 1971, which he worked at until DEADLINE of seven children to Ernest and Korean War. disability forced his retirement in 5 p.m. - Friday Dagny Miller Bullock. He served His life’s work was every- 1986. two four-year enlistments in the thing from ranch hand, logging, Bullock, cont. A5 Thursday, September 12, 2013 A5

Bullock, cont from a4 Teresa Jenkins (John) of Wood- Bob married Earlene Clouse stock, Ga., nine grandchildren Danyel Martin Shaefer on March 9, 1968 and and one great grandchild. Also DEPOT GALLERY would like to thank ALL who sponsored her became “Dad” to her three chil- surviving are brothers Ernest art walk & RECEPTION 2013 Madison County Fair projects. dren – Christopher Dean, Larry (Nell) of Livingston, Chuck Bradly, and Teresa Ann whom (Mickey) of Sterling Alaska, Dick he loved as his own. His favorite (Sandy) of Ennis, Don (Dee) of things to do were hunting, fishing, Stead, Nev., sister Jean Jackson building and refurbishing furni- (Frank) of Yuma, Ariz., sister-in- ture, making toys for children, law Dixie of Livingston, and sev- and reading. He always enjoyed eral nieces and nephews. attending as many of the chil- Bob was preceded in death dren’s and grandchildren’s school by his parents Ernest “Scotty” events that he was able to and he and Dagny Bullock, and brother was always up to turning off on George Bullock. any new road just to see where it Cremation has taken place would lead. under the direction of K and L Bob is survived by Earlene, Mortuaries, and as per his re- his wife of 32 years of Three quest, no services will be held. Pat Lambrecht-Hould Memorials may be made in Forks, sons Christopher Shaefer An EXTRA BIG THANK YOU goes to (Sandy) of Canasosta, N.Y., Brad memory of Bob to the Madison Friday, Sept 13 Bullock of Ennis, and daughter Valley EMS. 5-8 p.m. BEAVERHEAD MOTORS Native for buying her market lamb and American Art supporting 4-H!

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Submitted by Kay Colwell can’t really say how many hours it “Stick With The Best!” has taken to paint the quilts, but For several years, the Sheri- 80 hours is a very conservative dan Main Street Improvement estimate. Sheridan resident, Bob BOWMAN Team has been working toward Harle, a talented landscape artist APPLIANCE SERVICE one major goal. They have been who paints in oils, has generously raising funds to purchase period offered to create a painting espe- 1035 S. Main St. · Butte, Montana 59701 style streetlights to line the Main cially for the auction. Bob’s work (406) 723-6797 Street corridor. The team feels includes landscapes of Montana so fortunate to have received so rivers and streams that he loves We Work On All Major Brands. many generous contributions to fish. Zach Babat paints exclu- In Ennis, Sheridan and Twin Bridges and surrounding areas from area residents and well- sively with watercolor and partic- EVERY WEDNESDAY D&D Auto, Inc. wishers for the annual “Mingling ipates in over 35 shows and events for Main Street” wine tasting. throughout the west, including AUTO & TRUCK SALES Even when the economy seems “The Russell”, and The Western to be stalled, people don’t stop Master’s Art Show in Great Falls. We Are Your Go to Guys! giving what they can for projects Zach has graciously donated one Auto & Truck Repair - Gas or Diesel - All Makes & Models that would otherwise never leave of his prints to the cause. All of LLC the drawing board. This year, the these wonderful creations will be Nestegard Construction, We Make Hydraulic Hoses team has been astounded by some auctioned at Mingling for Main New Tires, Wheels & Tire Repairs of the contributions received for Street wine tasting on Sept. 14. ~Custom Wood Floors~ their annual wine tasting auction. As in all small towns, the Sales • Installation • Sanding Engines & Transmissions Installed - Car & Truck Accessories A very rare, hand colored Sheridan businesses give gener- Finishing • Re-finishing We Install Windshields - Alignments work by John Gierach, using ously to dozens of worthy causes the Gyotaiku method, has been each and every year. When asked, Bart Nestegard [email protected] ENNIS • 682-4537 generously donated by Sheridan they just keep digging into their Daily Parts Deliveries to Alder, Sheridan & Twin Bridges Areas resident, David Reifenberger. stores and coming up with more. PO Box 790 Cell: 581-6743 He also contributed a Sage XP Other individuals have contribut- Ennis, MT 59729 Fax/Home: 682-7634 24 Hour Towing (pager 406-522-1056) 490-4 graphite rod with a Ross ed with donations of cash, appe- Reel and an ORVIS HLS, seven- tizers for the event, auction items foot graphite rod and reel. Sadly, small and large. Some give time, Dave passed away before he was a precious commodity these days. able to see the street light proj- Some can offer only words of sup- We have competitive ect commence. Kim Beal, who port; but whatever is given is not auto rates! also lives in Sheridan, just com- overlooked. The gifts are given pleted another beautiful barn without restraints by people who Call today to get your free rate quote! quilt. In total, Kim has painted will never know how much it is Auto • Home • Farm • Business • Health • Life • Worker’s Comp • Contractors two 8-by-8-feet quilts as well as appreciated. Very soon, Sheridan two smaller quilts for auction. She Main Street will shine. Dean A. Derby, CIC, Agent 21 yrs Experience Member, NFU President’s Council, National Sales Honor Award Water Well Drilling , Pump Sales Ennis: 406-682-4215 | Bozeman: 406-556-0893 Region 3 Citizens’ Cell: 406-580-0893 | Fax: 406-556-0896 Installation, Service & Repairs In Ennis Tuesdays & by Appointment Serving residential & commercial customers Advisory in madison county for over 23 years Quality Service at a Fair Price Committee to meet VEHICLES FOR SALE Phone (406) 842-5214 or (406)682-5290 www.GrahamdrillinG.com Submitted by Andrea Jones 12:30 p.m. Greetings, Cheapest Fords, Fish, Wildlife & Parks introductions, roundtable, and public comment Dodge Ram Pickups, Montana Fish, Wildlife & 1:15 p.m. Grizzly Bear Man- Parks’ Region 3 Citizens’ Ad- agement, Kevin Frey (Status of Chryslers, & Jeeps. visory Committee will meet in Management Plan for southwest Trades Accepted Bozeman on Thursday, Sept. Montana; Description of day- 12, at the FWP Regional Office to-day conflict/nuisance man- (1400 S. 19th Ave.) from 12:30 - agement; Video presentation: 1-877-GOT-WOLF 5:30 p.m. The public is welcome “Yellowstone Grizzly Bears, a 1-877-468-9653 and encouraged to attend. Success Story”) The CAC meets quarterly to 2:00 p.m. Bighorn Sheep provide input and guidance on Proposal –Madison County, Julie the many natural resource and Cunningham management issues addressed by 2:30 p.m. Break FWP in southwest Montana. All 2:45 p.m. Year-round meetings are open to the public. Bison Habitat EA Update, Pat This meeting’s agenda includes a Flowers discussion on grizzly bear man- 3:15 p.m. Hunter Educa- agement, a bighorn sheep release tion Program in southwest Mon- proposal for Madison County, as tana, Andrea Jones well as updates from the Fisher- 3:45 p.m. Hunters Against Hun- ies and Enforcement programs. ger For more information about 4:00 p.m. Fisheries: Im- the Region 3 Citizens’ Advisory pact of drought (restrictions/clo- Committee, visit the FWP Web sures, angling), Travis Horton site at http://fwp.mt.gov/regions/ 4:30 p.m. Enforcement r3/cac/. Update, Sam Sheppard To request special accom- 4:45 p.m. Break modations relative to a disability 5:00 p.m. CAC Caucus for this meeting, contact Andrea 5:15 p.m. Public comment; wrap- Jones at 994-6931. up The agenda is as follows: 5:30 p.m. Adjourn

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Howdy,RITCHIE I’d like to introduce myself. My name is Ritchie. I was named after a famous singer. No, I don’t sing, I’m a quiet young man, don’t even bark. They found me running around in the dark trying to stop cars to find my owner. No one claimed me and I just can’t understand it. I’m a nice guy, don’t bark, don’t chase the cat here at the foster home. They’ve given me all my vaccinations, dewormed and microchipped me so I’m all ready to find a great and loving home. I’m playful, energetic [dearly love my walks, especially along the river] and am ever so ready to be yours. Call me today, please. You can call Misty: 439-1405. May GOD bless you. Photo by Gerry Mooney Ritchie Four Harlowton defenders try to take down Walker McKitrick. sponsored by: Football teams split season openers Faith Moldan touchdown among his 11 car- quarter and added a touchdown Gabe Johnson ran the ball in The Madisonian ries for 110 yards. in each quarter of the second for a two-point conversion af- M untain View [email protected] Connor Sullivan added half. Coaches, players and fans ter Konen’s run. A pass after 75 yards and an interception, alike hope for the same result Amos’ run failed. Under Friday night lights as well as his two touchdowns against Plains in the Trojans’ The Sheridan Panthers’ last week, Ennis and Whitehall/ while Roy Moen tallied 71 homecoming game on Friday at only score against the Park City Harrison teams notched wins to yards and three touchdowns. 7 p.m. Panthers came in the fourth begin the season. The Mustangs recorded Twin Bridges came three quarter on a 62-yard pass from (406)684-5831 The Mustangs started hot two sacks and caused two fum- points shy of a victory in a 16- Xavier Harris to Brant Marsh. with a 26-point first quarter bles. Ennis travels to White 14 loss. The Falcons’ opponent, The pass after failed. Park City 2 Metully Lane | Twin Bridges, MT at home against Harlowton- Sulphur Springs on Saturday Broadview Lavina, scored a topped Sheridan 40-6. Ryegate and finished with a 44- for a 1 p.m. game. safety in the first quarter as the Park City will be Twin 16 win. Walker McKitrick and Just as impressive, the Falcons’ quarterback slipped Bridges’ challenge this week. Wylie Leo had 100-plus yard Whitehall/Harrison Trojans in the endzone. Kept score- The Falcons travel to Park City Veterinary games. McKitrick threw three blanked St. Ignatius 51-0 on less until the fourth quarter, on Friday for a 7 p.m. start time. touchdowns and 106 yards. On the road after taking a 36-point Twin Bridges scored on an 11- Sheridan stays at home versus SHERIDAN the other side of the ball he had first quarter lead. The Trojans yard run by Nolan Konen and Shields Valley on Friday. The an interception. Leo scored one were quiet during the second a 10-yard run by Zach Amos. game starts at 7 p.m. Sheridan’s Student of the Week is Brant Marsh. Brant is currently a senior in Sheridan. He Harrison-Willow Creek volleyball records first is the current Student Body Presi- dent and has many good ideas to help build school pride this year. win, Mustangs and Falcons on a roll Brant has also been elected as the President of the Ruby Valley FFA Faith Moldan six service aces and two digs. their first win as the Manhattan the end. Despite the loss, Britt Chapter. Brant is also very ac- The Madisonian Twin Bridges beat West Christian Eagles beat the Wild- Cooper managed to tally 15 kills tive in many of Sheridan High’s extra-curricular activities includ- [email protected] Yellowstone the following day cats 3-1 on the road Friday. They and Jaci Nesbit added 11. Coo- ing football, basketball, track, Na- 3-0. The win came one day af- found win number one the next per also had five blocks. Alecia tional Honor Society, and drama. Ennis topped West Yellow- ter the Falcons beat Sheridan night in White Sulphur Springs. Panagakis led the Wildcats in Brant has also gone into partner- stone 3-0 in conference play at 3-0. Heather Breakall and Me- “We are excited for our first aces and assists with six and 19. ship with his brother launching a home last Thursday. The Mus- gan Martin combined for 10 of win,” Harrison-Willow Creek Kristen White led the Wildcats modest cattle operation. They cur- tangs squeaked by West Yel- the Falcons’ 17 kills with five coach Lisa Cooper said. “We with 15 digs. rently have 24 head of Black An- lowstone in game one 25-22 be- apiece. Breakall also added six had a total team effort against Cooper led the Wildcats gus cattle. Brant’s future plans are to attend Montana State University fore easily beating them 25-5 in assists. Kassidy Patritti notched White Sulphur Springs and will again with 14 kills and five and study agriculture and politics. game two. Game three finished six service aces while Kristen need to have continued produc- blocks against White Sulphur sponsored by: with Ennis on top 25-18. Ashcraft had four digs. tion from all six players in the Springs. Nesbit had three aces, Delaney McNally led the Ennis hosts Twin Bridges rotation to be able to compete six kills, and six digs. White Mustangs with eight kills, one on Friday at 1 p.m. while West with the top teams.” was tops in digs with 15. Pana- ace, two blocks, and one dig. Yellowstone hosts Sheridan and Harrison-Willow Creek gakis recorded 20 assists as Rylee McKinney tallied six kills Harrison-Willow Creek hosts took game one 25-27, but the Harrison-Willow Creek beat and five aces. Kenzie Davies had Gardiner. intensity from game one fizzled White Sulphur Springs 25-13, three kills and one dig as did The Harrison-Willow Creek for the Wildcats as the Eagles’ 25-13, 25-17. Taylre Sitz. Nicole Martello had Wildcats were kept searching for defense got the best of them in MADISON County weather HELP PROTECT YOUR Thursday HOME FROM WILDFIRES Partly cloudy. Highs 70 to 80. Quote of the Home Park Assisted Living Friday Week: Brand new home • Safe and cozy CALL NOW FOR A Times of sun and clouds. Comfortable, loving environment Highs in the upper 70s and “You don’t COMPLIMENTARY Private rooms lows in the upper 40s. 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FISHING FOR HEALING

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Photo courtesy of Collin Brown Warriors and Quiet Waters caters to traumatically injured soldiers who fought in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Photo courtesy of Collin Brown Soldiers who take part in the program get to fish both the upper and lower Madison River as well as other bodies of water in the area. Photo courtesy of Warriors and Quiet Waters Collin Brown shows Matt Spang of San Antonio, Texas how to cast a line.

Warriors and Quiet Waters Foundation takes to Madison River

Faith Moldan Afghanistan come to the often than not, involves fully no matter what physical and foundation does. Honored and said. The Madisonian Bozeman area for therapeutic outfitted river trips as well mental condition the soldiers humbled, they are entrusted with Warriors and Quiet Waters [email protected] recreation and rehabilitation as excursions to Yellowstone are in when they arrive, they combat and recovery stories. is set to expand its operation after they have lost limbs, been National Park and other leave changed and know the Spouses are included during from seven months to 10 One-on-one care and shot at, suffered brain injuries recreational activities like golf. love of program volunteers and subsequent trips. They too are months and longer, and to add rehabilitation does not just and other traumatic experiences Hastings estimates that each fly fishing. taught how to fly fish with the events like skiing soon. occur in hospital rooms. It while deployed. soldier gets about $4,000 in fly “We use professional help of Collin Brown, Warriors For more information about comes with reeling in a big “We reintroduce them fishing gear provided for them guides, including some from and Quiet Waters’ director of Warriors and Quiet Waters, visit catch, the gentle rocking of into a society from which they for the six day excursion. Six Ennis, and fish around the fly fishing. Volunteers from all warriorsandquietwaters.org or a boat, and the freedom of are estranged,” Colonel Eric soldiers take part in each trip. area,” Hastings said. The over are trained to work with check out its Facebook page. the Madison Valley’s natural Hastings, Warriors and Quiet Hastings said other program fishes both the upper the soldiers. There is also a display about the beauty. Waters founder, said. “They activities could be used in and lower Madison River. “This organization didn’t foundation at The Tackle Shop Through the Warriors make friends and this has a the same way, just as long as Guides and volunteers just teach me fly fishing – they in downtown Ennis. and Quiet Waters Foundation, lasting impact on them in a the other elements – service, like Mike Worley of Mad gave me the gift of peace,” Sgt. dramatically injured servicemen short time.” love, and companionship – River Adventures, speak to Scott Riddle, U.S. Army, one of who have served in Iraq and This reintroduction more are included. He added that the magnitude of what the the more than 260 participants, Bozeman Trail Chuck Wagon cook off held in Virginia City Submitted by Janet Allestad near the ballpark. Judges for hospitality were Evalyn Chuck Wagons that participated Johnson and Betty Bubany. Virginia City's baseball park in the event included the Musselshell Winner of first place overall was was the scene for the very successful Wagon from Roundup, with Dan and the Musselshell Wagon with most commemorative event honoring the Carol McCaffree as owners and head total points. Each wagon won in Bozeman Trail that ended in Virginia cooks with the assistance of Chris the different categories. Musselshell City, with a Chuck Wagon Cook and Julie Munson of Montana City. won first in Wagon, Vegetables and Off. It was exemplary of the lives The Gold Creek Chuck traveled from Dessert; Gold Creek Chuck won in and times of miners, pioneers, and Hamilton to participate with owners Meat, Bread; and CreekHouse won ranchers that settled this area in the and head cooks Frank and Georgiana first place in Hospitality. All the 1860s. Even the rainstorms did not Lipus. Mario and Yvonne Torres wagons went home with prize money. dampen the spirits of the chuck wagon assisted them. Ned and Terri Larson, Two are traveling on to Big Horn, cooks. Visitors enjoyed watching the who are also the head cooks, own the Sheridan, Wyo., to commemorate the chuck wagon judging on Friday, the third chuck wagon from Stevensville 150th Anniversary of the Bozeman delicious choice of meal offerings for called the CreekHouse. This chuck Trail in that area. Saturday's dinner, open-air church wagon won first place overall at the The Virginia City Area Chamber service and Dutch oven breakfast on Western Days in Stevensville in June. of Commerce and the 150th Sunday. Breakfast actually sold out The Chuck Wagon Cook Off Anniversary Committee would like by 9:30 a.m., but don't despair they competition was evaluated in six to thank everyone who came to are planning more for next year. Jim categories: Wagon/Chuckbox, visit the event, bought tickets for Jarvis, historian from Butte, formerly Meat, Vegetables, Bread, Dessert either dinner or breakfast or both, or of Virginia City, gave a presentation and Hospitality. Judges for the helped support the event with their on the history of the Bozeman Trail wagons included Jeff McManus, sponsorship. with maps and lecture regarding John Ellingsen, Jem Blueher, Harlan We look forward to doing the John Bozeman and others that helped and Joal Olson. Judges for the food event again next year to celebrate the blaze the trail. He also pointed out to categories were Jeff McManus, 150th Anniversary of the creation of those interested where the trail came Barbara McManus and Nancy Allen. Montana as a territory. B2 health & Wellness Thursday, September 12, 2013 First human case of West Nile Virus confirmed in Yellowstone County

Submitted by Chuck Council said DPHHS Director Richard may be come severely infected and pants. Department of Public Health Opper. with West Nile encephalitis • DEET: Before going and Human Services In the U.S. this year, 497 or West Nile meningitis. outdoors, remember to apply human cases of WNV have Symptoms of this disease an insect repellent containing RiverStone Health and been reported to the Centers may include headache, rash, 25 to 35 percent DEET. the Montana Department of for Disease Control and high fever, stiff neck, mental Children ages 2-12 should Public Health and Human Prevention. Of these cases, 20 confusion, muscle weakness, use repellent with 10 percent Services are reporting the have died. tremors, convulsions, coma DEET or less. DEET is first human case of West Nile The first indication of the and paralysis. There is no recommended by the Centers Andy Virus (WNV) in Yellowstone presence of WNV in Montana available treatment for WNV for Disease Control and County and in Montana for this year occurred in mid-July infection other than supportive Prevention and is the most Thomas 2013. when mosquitoes with WNV care. Individuals who develop effective and best studied DPT, ATC The case was diagnosed were found in Prairie County. any of these symptoms should insect repellent available. PHYSICAL THERAPY at a Billings hospital and The first WNV-positive bird see their healthcare provider. Products containing picaridin confirmed last week. The was also detected at that time DPHHS reminds and permethrin have also patient, a Yellowstone County in Sheridan County. Horses Montanans to take precautions been found to be effective in female resident in her 50s, did with WNV infection were and protect against West Nile repelling mosquitoes. not require hospitalization and reported in late August from Virus by following the five Ds • Drain: To keep the is expected to fully recover. counties in central and eastern of WNV prevention. The five mosquito population at bay The individual had no history parts of the state. Ds include: around your home, drain Wed, Sept 18th of travel outside the state Most people who • Dusk/Dawn - mosquitoes standing water in old tires, within the past month. become infected with WNV are most active during this barrels, buckets, cans, clogged 4-6pm “West Nile Virus is most experience no symptoms. time. If possible, stay indoors rain gutters and other items MVMC Physical Therapy Clinic commonly found in people Some individuals may develop during the early morning and that collect water. Change Please join us in welcoming him over 50-years-old, but every a mild illness, called West Nile evening hours. water in pet bowls, flowerpots to the Physical Therapy department Montanan should be taking fever, which may last for three • Dress: If you must be and birdbaths at least twice a precautionary measures to to six days. Other individuals, outdoors when mosquitoes are week. 305 N. Main Street Ennis, MT 59729 help prevent WNV infection,” fewer than one out of 150, most active, wear long sleeves ph: 406-682-6605 fx: 406-682-6625 www.mvmedcenter.org Consider TOPS’ tips for men’s health

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305 North Main • Ennis, MT 59729 • Clinic access through lower level. Thursday, September 12, 2013 B3 Savage Roofing THANK YOU! Roofing Year Round! Sponsors of the 37 Years Experience Bozeman Trail Commemorative Chuck Wagon Cook Off Event FREE Estimates (Each paid $100 to sponsor the Chuck Wagons) Call 641-0059 or 682-7523 Bennett Law Firm Dancing Buffalo Gallery Metropolitan Market First Madison Valley Bank FULL SERVICE CONCRETE CONTRACTOR Virginia City Preservation Alliance Benedict Builders • Pump Truck Service • Ground Heater Rental • Footings, Walls, Slabs • 60’ Boom Truck Rental Bale of Hay Saloon The Cantrells • Commercial & Residential Concrete Cozy Cabin/Carriage House • Sprayed Foundation Coating & Waterproofing • Decorative/Custom Concrete/Stamped & Overlay Virginia City RV Park in concert at FREE ESTIMATES - Licensed & Insured *Serving All of Southwestern Montana* Other Thanks to: The Town of Virginia City, 150th Mick & Suzanne Hubner - Bob Hubner Virginia City Mob.: 406-925-1864 ~ Phone: 406-682-7253 ~ Fax: 406-682-5425 Anniversary Committee and Virginia City e-mail: [email protected] - Ennis, Montana Area Chamber of Commerce, Bennett House Submitted by Toni James River City Folk, and other Country Inn, Deemo’s Meats, Harrington nationally-syndicated radio On Saturday, Sept. 14, programs. Their four critically Bottling Co. and Montana Broom & at 7 p.m., The Elling House acclaimed albums are on Brush and all the support of the local Arts & Humanities Center is radio playlists worldwide and communities. hosting National public radio Robert Redford hand-picked favorites, The Cantrells, who them to play old-time music will bring their "hot picking on-screen in his hit movie “A and smooth harmonizing" to River Runs Through It.” Virginia City. The Elling House is Al and Emily Cantrell cast located at 404 East Idaho a magical spell with their airy, Street in Virginia City. Seating Western Wildlife joyful acoustic songs. The duo is limited and reservations are has been featured on Mountain requested. Contact Toni James Taxidermy Stage, Riders Radio Theater, at 843-5454 or 843-5507 or Folk Sampler, E-Town and email [email protected]. Game Heads • Lifesize • Rugs Sheridan Russ Forness 406-640-2267 Ennis, MT Library to hold HARRISON OPEN HOUSE! Harrison Public Schools will be holding its ice cream social 2013-14 OPEN HOUSE Submitted by Carol Delisi this accomplishment. The Thursday evening, September 12th money will be spent to buy from 4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Enjoy Virginia City library books chosen by the Creamery ice cream at the participants in the summer arents and the community are invited to come check Sheridan Public Library’s ice reading program. Twenty- P cream social on Sunday, Sept. five participants met for a out the school, the classrooms, and meet our new teachers 15 from 4–6 p.m. pizza party – compliments of Sherwood Swanson and reacquaint yourselves with our returning staff! It’s a Wrap up the summer with Dr. Steve Clark – to finish the great time to see what’s new, make sure you know how to ice cream, cake and music in the program. Drywall Inc. best communicate with your student’s teachers and find out lovely Sheridan City Park, in the Items donated to the what they will be doing this year. We encourage you all to company of your neighbors and library are displayed for Hanging Finishing come!! friends. The ice cream social sale in the back of the Custom Textures Painting is a fundraiser for the library library. Currently we have ur older computers that were to support future expansion an entertainment center, track Office: (406)682-5438 Cell: (406)599-3524 O recently replaced with new ones, will plans to enable the library to lighting, horse halters, stuffed remain vigorous, significant animals, an “A River Runs also be available, at no charge, for and valuable in the services it Through It” poster, decorative students, parents and members of the provides to the community. items, a towel warmer and communities of Harrison, Pony and The summer reading miscellaneous items. Norris. Monitors will not be available. program was very successful. Friends of the Library The group met their goal of will meet next on Sept. 19 at 5000 minutes spent reading. 10 a.m. at the library. New Leader, Kirsten Clark, is members are welcome. Save Our Schools collecting donations to honor PARENT ALERT 3 Rivers Communications Thank You Leif and Julie Funston for purchasing my 2013 market hog and helping computer classes me with my project. SEPTEMBER 16 to be offered Sincerely, Ryan Frank ENNIS FIRE HALL | 6:30 PM TO 7:30 PM

Submitted Betty Humbert The e-reader essentials Twin Bridges Library class will go over various SHERIDAN Common Core Standards are being devices and how they work. implemented 3 Rivers Communications Information to help you decide SCHOOLS will be offering computer which devise to purchase will in Madison County Schools classes at the Twin Bridges be covered, or bring your own ADULT High School computer lab in device to learn more about the Are you ready to give up all October. basics. There will be plenty of EDUCATION control over what your child is taught? The first class will cover time for questions. This class email basics, such as how to will be held on Oct. 5 from SPONSORED BY CONCERNED CITIZENS setup an email account, how 1–3 p.m. at the Twin Bridges BASIC DOG OBEDIENCE CLASS to create a contact list, how to High School computer lab. send emails with attachments, The classes are free but Good Behavior classes for your beloved canine. how to create storage folders you must register in advance. SEPT. 17,18,19 • 6:30 PM TO 7:30 PM and how to use your mail For more information or to YOUR LOCAL settings. The class will be register, contact Susan at 3 SHERIDAN PARK INSURANCE SUPER held on Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to Rivers at 467-4133 or susan. (next to library, weather permitting) noon at the Twin Bridges High [email protected]. • Choke chain and 6’ leash required. AGENCY School computer lab. • Dogs need to be fully vaccinated and at least 4 months old. For further information call the Instructor, Dorie at 842-5489 (leave message) USING YOUR GPS MVHS regular OCTOBER 8 & 9 • 7 PM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LOBBY This class will give assistance in understanding and using a meetings back on GPS unit. There are many helpful hints that making using a We’ll find you the best coverage and lowest price. Submitted by Larry Love will give tours of the process. GPS unit easier and more user-friendly. After that the MVHA will LOCAL, FULL-TIME “HOMETOWN” The Madison Valley have burgers and hot dogs to INSURANCE SERVICE! History Association welcomes welcome you back. Please GENEALOGY you back to their regular bring a salad, dessert or chips, OCTOBER 8 & 9 • 7 PM Jack Daugherty, Owner/Agent meetings. We will have a BBQ your own favorite beverage potluck at Willie's Distillery at and a chair. We will hopefully ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LIBRARY Tami Christensen, Office Manager/CSR 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19. have s’mores available and This class will show you the many free sites available for The program will be about the tell some stories about Ennis. searching for ancestors. Come with a few names and dates Phone (406) 682-4002 · Fax 1-800-745-8207 and we will see what we can find. distillery business on Main Come and visit with us. We jackdaughertyinsurance.com · [email protected] Street in Ennis. The owners hope to see you there. To register for a class call Emily at 842-5302. 222 E Main, Lone Elk Mall Ste. #2C, Ennis, MT 59729 B4 Thursday, September 12, 2013

Friday will wrap up this season’s gallery walks The last Ennis Gallery Walk Karry L’s colorful painted represented in the gallery. of the season will be this canvases all summer. Jim Holstrom is a painter Friday, Sept. 13 from 5-8 p.m. The Cattleman Gallery of who utilizes quintessentially Participants can peruse the Western Art western themes in his work. various galleries in Ennis With an ever-changing and Using a palette knife and brush, and view a wide variety of exciting selection, we feature Jim is able to depict images quality art, mingle with other western artists Bill Anton, Chris of cowboys, Native American art enthusiasts and meet the Owen, Andy Thomas, Tim Cox, imagery, mountains and flora numerous artists who will be on and have a nice selection of with beautiful texture and hand to discuss their creations. limited editions by Gary Carter depth. He finds inspiration and the late Larry Zabel. We in studying how sunlight and also have western and landscape natural elements affects his From Peggy Giblin paintings by local artist Carleton subjects. His paintings will McCambridge, oil paintings by inspire you with their energy Maydak Gallery Carol Polacek of Rigby, Idaho, and emotions. Michael and Linda of the western bronze sculpture by Ed Totten is a native Maydak Gallery invite you James Knight, and furniture by Montanan whose many enjoy works by their featured Dillon craftsman Dave Cypher, talents include oil paintings, artists, including oil paintings and Steve Simonson from Troy, woodcarvings, and bronze by local artists Todd Connor Mont., and of course, Frank's sculptures. His subject matter and Carleton McCambridge, beautiful custom framing. vast, ranging from realistic landscape paintings by We also have handcrafted elk underwater fish scenes, to Billings artist Dennis Boyd, antler scarf slides and rope Native American scenes, to and beautiful leather pieces by baskets by local cowboy Jerry landscapes. Both the art and Penny Hall. Michael Maydak Dickinson, deerskin creations sporting communities have has a new bronze entitled by Peggy Giblin, handmade embraced his work. Many of "Brown over Rocks", with one soaps from Idaho, Deer Lodge his recent works are glorious artist's proof available, which Prison hitched horsehair gifts, landscapes of the Madison will be followed by a limited beautiful weavings, Westward Valley. He has also added edition. Linda Newhouse, Ho 'Made in the USA' china petroglyphs to his body of partner of the Maydak Gallery, dishes, cowboy collectibles, work. Ed is now doing a very is also showing her paintings vintage prints, western music limited edition of giclees of and fine hand-made jewelry CD's and more. We're up on the some of his work. and beadwork. The gallery is highway across from the rodeo Pat Lambrecht-Hould lives located at 129 E. Main St. grounds. You might even hear in Lakeside, Mont. She has Shanna Mae Photography’s some cowboy music and poetry. been painting and showing in photo gallery galleries all over the southwest. Located at 123 E. Main Her main subject matter is St., Shanna Mae Photography From Vicki Lubke Native American, abstract, and will be welcoming visitors to animals, especially horses. Her view her photographs from The Depot Gallery use of vibrant colors and gold around Montana, including Located on Main Street and silver makes her pieces the beautiful Madison Valley. Ennis, we will be participating jump off the canvas. At this Her photos feature Montana’s in the final gallery walk of the walk we will be featuring her scenic landscapes and wildlife, season Friday night from 5-8 work of tepees, and Native cowboys and horses, Montana p.m. The theme for this walk American faces. Her work is brandings, and scenes from will be Native American art. inspired by many tribes. Pat South America. The photo All three of our featured artists also does giclees of some of her gallery is exclusively featuring are currently being shown and pieces.

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assume that since this autumn that a few simple steps can moisture isn’t followed by actually increase the amount a warm growing season that of storage available for this HOLLOWTOP makes our valleys and foothills autumn precipitation. By green again, then the rainy and minimizing disturbance, SMOKE SIGNALS snowy days are all for naught. keeping soil covered, allowing But this assumption sufficient plant growth, and By Art Kehler couldn’t be farther from the encouraging plant diversity, for The Madisonian Submitted by truth. Plants are entering the “bank account” can expand Sunni Heikes-Knapton into their dormant period to hold greater amounts of this Madison Watershed Coordinator and the daily temperatures valuable fall moisture. are mild, so water losses due While it may be tempting Learning the Lingo to evapotranspiration (plant to begrudge the cool wet days The Struggles of Adapting to a New Dialect transpiration plus evaporation) that greet our mornings this I first arrived in Montana, mixed-drink term, "whiskey Fall moisture crucial for soil year round are low. Because of this, rain fall, take a moment to remind while on vacation with my ditch," did not stir me to that falls during the autumn yourself that every drop is family, when I was 7-years- salivation. The recent appearance replaced with the cooler days months is often soaking into contributing to a greener spring old. Even at that tender age, Despite the many of moisture-heavy clouds in and (hopefully) moisture in the ground where it is “banked” and summer. For those who I sensed that someday I would humbling setbacks, I was our skies reminds us of the forms of rain and snow. for later times where it plays an make a living from that bank return here to stay. After three determined to fit in. Hence, seasonal transition that we are The precipitation that falls important role in plant growth. account, consider expanding return trips, over 14 years, my for endless hours, I sat in about to experience. The dog during this part of the year is But is the bank account that storage by minding those dream of living in Montana front of a mirror and practiced days of summer with their heat sometimes undervalued for its big enough? A growing focus four basic soil health principles became a my Montana and dry spells are about to be timing and amounts. Some on soil health is illustrating whenever possible. reality. Due dialect. to having Rehearsing moved before, the regional May be a bit nutty, but I just love fall. I know the weather that was covered in tree branches and debris blown from the I was fully syllable is still so hot during the days that it is hard to think fall, but the storm. I kept thinking that I certainly didn't need another claim aware "fitting- emphasis of coolness in the evening tells me fall is right around the corner. on my insurance after the claims on both cars after the storm in in" at a new individual Fall just seems like the time that you Twin. I marked myself lucky when I location is not words proved tie the ends together on projects and sit got home and there were no damages always easy. helpful. I even back and rock for a bit. You just don’t to my home, just tree branches to Nevertheless, added nasal think about winter coming and heating clean up. I drove into Whitehall to overall, the tone as needed. fuel bills. check things out. It was wild how that friendly I studied I have a woodpecker that comes plane hangar blew apart right out on tri-cities the hand every fall and bugs me. Hard to believe the interstate – and it was so lucky it (Harrison, gestures that that it is the same woodpecker each didn't hit someone driving. Pony, Norris) Art Kehler accompanied year, but he never misses a year. Maybe Makes me wonder why we are citizens certain words they keep their annual stops to bother having such crazy storms recently? amiably accepted the alien and phrases. Diligently, people? My boys tell me to shoot him. Anyone know a weatherperson? in their midst. However, I mimicked the tongue, Oh yeah, that would be a good idea. I The Twin Bridges community there was one aspect of my lip, eyeball, and eyebrow can have a few woodpecker holes in the has once again lost one of their young personality that clearly did contortions used by residents corner of my house or a few hundred stars from a terrible vehicle accident. not fit-in – my "Pennsylvania while bloviating. Despite the shotgun holes from trying to kill the There is absolutely nothing that can be brogue." excruciating nightly, facial bird. They certainly are annoying said to help this young man’s family For a while, it seemed my muscle cramps, I soldiered on. birds; they rate right up there with around the at this time. Hopefully, they know every utterance was grounds Over time, my linguistic magpies! I wonder many times why our that many hearts are with them. What for hilarity. But, in fairness, it blunders became fewer and maker put magpies, woodpeckers, flies a huge loss to so many – a spirited, did take me quite a while to get fewer until, thankfully, my and mosquitoes on the map? But to be smiling, funny, energetic, athletic over my deeze, doze, dats and manner of speech began to be honest, I wonder that about some people Wood Stove young man. So much sympathy goes dems. For some reason, the regarded as intelligible. To sometimes, also. out to his family and many friends. term, "youz guys," invariably my dismay, townsfolk actually What is up with these storms that by Gail Banks What have we learned this week? resulted in guffaws and finger- started to seek me out for have been hitting the area this summer? That life can change with a snap of pointing. Additionally, my serious conversation. Finally, We always have some terrific lightning your finger; know that! Some people tortured mispronunciations of I had managed to fully "fit-in." storms, but this year has been wild. The storm in the middle are like stars, the darker the night the brighter they shine! such in-state designations as Yet, to this day, people of the week was wild; straight strikes of lightening as well as When someone you care about becomes a memory; that memory Missoula, Axolotl Lakes, and sometimes ask: "How did sideways strikes. The cloud formations have made for some becomes a treasure. A smart person knows what to say; a wise Absaroka had residents rolling you end up in Montana?" beautiful pictures, but we have learned that behind those clouds person knows whether or not to say it! on the ground with their feet My immediate response is is usually a terrible storm ready to hit us. When that storm hit Lets hope the recent fire in Hells Canyon is out soon. Heck, twitching and mouths agape. an outright denial of the the Whitehall area last week, I heard it was coming and was quite if I am sending out wishes, I also wish the lightning, wind, and Additionally, my witty, unfounded rumor that I was – a dangerous storm. So, as soon as I got off work I headed home hailstorms would also end. It’s time for a nice Indian summer. back-east expressions were "thrown out of Pennsylvania." just in time to hit the storm straight on. Wow, the rainwater was Hoping for much support and strength this week for a not always well received. Though I don't recall hysterical just pouring out of the gullies along the highway near Silver community helping to put a young man to rest. For instance, the proprietor mobs pleading with me not to Star. The wind was like the storm that hit Twin Bridges, nearly "Everyone leaves footprints in your memory, but the ones of Harrison's, long-defunct, leave, the truth is I left (albeit blowing the car right of the highway. By the time I got home, that leave footprints in your heart are the ones you will truly Duffy's Tavern did not relish in the middle of the night) of the storm had passed the area. So, I drove down the county road remember.” having his place of business my own free will. Only after referred to as – "Da Joint." As that crucial clarification do I well, a devoted tavern patron, mention that, "Pop liked to who periodically burst into fish." spontaneous song, expressed Overall, I lived back east By Karen Claassen for The Madisonian grievous displeasure when I for the first 21 years of my life. Our Manor opined that he – "sounded like For the succeeding 45 years, I a constipated screech owl." have chosen to live in the great Further, it was brought to my state of Montana. I have never “To My Students” Your road may lead you because your light entertaining. attention that, when greeting returned to my "birth" state, Author unknown far from me, or near; Is called by some new name— The fulfillment of an area resident, the proper not even to visit relatives. I cannot guess or guide, Truth is the same. knowledge is very valuable for term was "Howdy," not "Yo!" That fact, sums up my feelings But only stand aside. It matters not to call all of us. The reading of books I was also curtly informed that about Montana better than I will not say to you, “This Just this I say: it star or sun; can provide viable, informative area students, upon graduating anything I could say. In the is the way, walk in it.” I know for every truth All light is one. sources of diligence. We from high school, received final analysis, "learning the For I do not know your way or there is a way should always be watchful in a "diploma" rather than a – lingo" proved to be well worth where the Spirit may call you; For each to walk, a right Now that school is in this continuous effort because "pardon from the governor." the ego-bruising effort. It may be to paths I have never path for each to choose, session, there is a wealth of learning can be a mindful Locals couldn't ©Art Kehler trod, or ships on the seas A truth to use. opportunities to explore new activity. understand why I struggled Art lives in Harrison, Leading to imagined And though you wander vistas and improve our world. And many, many thanks with the words "barrow pit" Montana. His essays, lands afar, far, your soul will know In addition to learning new go out to the Sugar High and "coulee" when, not only stories and poems, have Or haply to a star! That true path when you trades, we can also center our Creamery for my delicious had I never before heard either been published in regional Or yet again find it; therefore, go! attention on English, math, chocolate milkshakes. I term, but I also didn't have the newspapers and literary Through dark and perilous I will fear nothing for history, science, languages, enjoyed them exceedingly; slightest idea what they were. magazines. places rocked with pain you day or night! social studies, the arts, and they put a big smile upon my Furthermore, I must admit the And full of fear. I will not grieve at all economics, which is always face! DRIVERS: 2 Local runs with occasional Thank You layovers! Average $52,000/yr plus! Excellent Benefits! Ruby River Ranch and Paid Vacations! Employee Lynn & Reid Rowberry Safety Bonus Plan. CDL-A, for buying my pig and supporting FFA! 1yr Exp. Req. Estenson Logistics. Sincerely, Charlie Wetherbee Apply: www.goelc.com; 1-866-336-9642

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Madison Valley Garden Ranch Curtis Amos for supporting me and buying my 4-H hog! for supporting me and buying my 4-H hog! Sincerely, Raelynn Hagan Sincerely, Layne Hagan B6 Thursday, September 12, 2013 Sheridan Corps of Discovery School Lunch Menus SHERIDAN Monday, Sept 16 Breakfast: Bagel or toast Lunch: Taco Burger Sliders Tuesday, Sept 17 Breakfast: Egg, biscuit, toast Lunch: Corn bread, chili Wednesday, Sept 18 Breakfast: Biscuits & gravy Lunch: Ham & potatoes Thursday, Sept 19 Breakfast: Cold cereal Lunch: Breakfast for lunch! Friday, Sept 20 NO SCHOOL TWIN BRIDGES Monday, Sept 16 Breakfast: Apple or peach crisp Lunch: Chicken strips, seasoned rice Tuesday, Sept 17 Breakfast: Cereal Lunch: Burrito, refried beans Wednesday, Sept 18 Breakfast: Breakfast pizza Lunch: Chow mein with rice Thursday, Sept 19 Breakfast: Cereal, muffins Lunch: Hamburger, gravy Friday, Sept 20 Breakfast: Waffles, sausage link Lunch: Pulled pork sandwich ENNIS Monday, Sept 16 Breakfast: Breakfast burrito Lunch: Chili cheese tots Tuesday, Sept 17 Breakfast: French toast, ham Lunch: Tacos Wednesday, Sept 18 Breakfast: Biscuits & gravy Lunch: Grilled cheese, tomato soup Photo by Laurie Bartoletti Thursday, Sept 19 Breakfast: Cinnamon rolls Approximately 40 middle school students from Sheridan recently spent two days on an overnight adventure at Cliff-Wade Lake. Community Lunch: Sweet & sour chicken and rice building and teamwork was the focus of the Corps. Time was spent discovering how to “cross the Grand Canyon,” make it through the “black hole” unscathed, and create an “amoeba” which moved along the waterfront. Crews were responsible for tent set-up and meals. Students’ Friday, Sept 20 creative skits and songs provided nighttime entertainment. Highlights included swimming and canoeing. Thanks so much to the Turner Grant Breakfast: Scrambled eggs, scones Foundation and the PALZ (Panther Adventure Learning Zone) for the financial support for making this fantastic journey possible. Lunch: BBQ

HARRISON Monday, Sept 16 Find Fellowship With Us Breakfast: French toast Rocky Mountain Dayspring Church Lunch: Cheeseburgers, fries Worship 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, Sept 17 Baptist Church Breakfast: Bagels, cream cheese Sunday School/Nursery Lunch: Chicken enchiladas Vern Grotzke, Pastor Non-Denominational Christ 682-4949 Wednesday, Sept 18 Centered, Spirit Led Worship Breakfast: Tri-taters & scrambled eggs Lunch: Tater tot casserole Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Joel Trenkle/Pastor Liturgy Schedule Morning Worship 11 a.m. 596-0707 • 3648 Hwy 287 St. Patrick, Ennis Thursday, Sept 19 Between Sheridan & Twin Bridges Breakfast: Pancakes and sausage Evening Service 6 p.m. Sunday ~ 8:30 a.m. Lunch: Chicken strips Mid-Week Service, HARRISON Friday, Sept 20 Wednesday 6 p.m. COMMUNITY CHURCH St. Mary, Laurin Breakfast: Breakfast sandwich Harrison, Montana Sunday ~ 10:30 a.m. Lunch: Corn dogs, tater tots 606 Comley Way, Ennis Adult Bible Study ~ 9:30 a.m. Deacon Andy Dorrington, 6 Blocks South of City Complex Pastoral Administrator ~ 842-5588 Sunday School & Madison Church Services ~ 10:30 a.m. Located in the heart of Valley Madison Valley for the Pastor Joe Miller Presbyterian Ennis Meals on Wheels Hearts of Madison Valley Come Worship & Sing Praises To Our God. Spread the Word! Church WORSHIP Wednesday, Sept 11 - Range fed meatballs, baked September - April ~ 11 a.m. potatoes, creamed corn, cole slaw, bread, jell-o May - August ~ 9 a.m. with topping Everyone Welcome Rev. Jean M. Johnson Thursday, Sept 12 - Chicken and pasta alfredo, 682-4355 ~ Ennis mixed vegetables, spinach, onions, cucumber and Corner of S. Charles & W. Hugel tomato salad, bread, cake Phil 2:16 Holding forth the word of life: Friday, Sept 13 - BUFFET Dr. Ray Teston Pastor CHURCH OF Christian Science Sunday School ~ 9:45 a.m. JESUS CHRIST OF Society LATTER-DAY SAINTS Morning Worship ~ 11:00 a.m. Ennis Branch Sunday Service & Your Local Assembly of God Church Sunday School 10 a.m. 5050 Hwy 287, PO Box 668, Ennis, MT Sacrament Meeting 114 N. Main, Sheridan 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Phone 682-4244 SBC Ennis Town Hall. Tuesday - Friday at NOON. 10:00 a.m. 842-5845 We ask a $4 minimum donation for meals. Sunday School Testimony Meetings 1 p.m. MADISON VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH On Fridays you can take what is left over home 11:20 a.m. ALL WELCOME Pastor Lonnie Horn (bring your own containers). All meals are subject to change without notice. R S & Priesthood Aides for the hearing impaired Each week a Bible lesson full of Please call 682-4550 for questions or to request delivery. 12:10 p.m. healing Christian concepts is read Sunday Service Family History Center aloud in our Sunday service. 10:30 a.m. (Children’s Ministry) Ruby Valley United 682-4911, 682-7415, 682-3614 4983 US Hwy 287 N. • Ennis, Montana Methodist Parish Pres. Thompson 682-7415 Tuesday Night www.spirituality.com Invites You To Worship With Us 133 MT Hwy 287 Area Senior Meals 6:30-8:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study and Prayer Pastor Ben Nardi Office: (406)842-5934 (Kids/Youth) Home: (406)842-7732 THE ENNIS ASSEMBLY Wednesday Senior meals, Virginia City BAHA’I FAITH 6:30-8:00 p.m. Church of the Valley Senior meals now being served in Virginia City for citi- OF GOD Kid’s Club (3 yrs-4th grade) Twin Bridges zens 60 and over every Tuesday and Thursday at the VC Therefore strive that your actions day Love God, Love People Pre-Teen Youth Group (5th-6th grade) Sunday School 11:00 a.m. by day may be beautiful prayers. Turn Youth Group (7th-12th grade) Worship 11:00 a.m. Cafe for a nominal fee of $3. Lunches served 11:30-12 towards God, and seek always to do Pastor Charles Tucker that which is right and noble. Enrich SUNDAY SERVICE Ruby Valley Food Pantry Bethel UMC p.m. the poor, raise the fallen, comfort the Schedule Saturdays: 10:00 a.m.-Noon Sheridan sorrowful, bring healing to the sick, Bible Study Worship 9:00 a.m. Meals for seniors, Twin Bridges reassure the fearful, rescue the Worship Service 10:45 a.m. New Hope Pregnancy Support Center Sunday School 10:15 a.m. oppressed, bring hope to the Call Kathleen at 596-1080 Extreme Faith Youth Group Children’s Church 10:45 Sunday Evenings The TBS&CC provides Meals for Seniors every Tuesday hopeless, shelter the destitute! . We are a church dedicated Ready Set Grow Preschool and Friday at 11:30 a.m. at the Wagon Wheel Restau- 451-3923 or 1-800-UNITE 402 Madison Ave - Ennis, MT www.baha’i.org 589-4107 to serving this valley! Contact Kaycee Gilman 842-5311 rant in Twin Bridges for seniors 60 years and up. (Spouse and caregivers are invited.) Sign-in is requested and Madison County Episcopal Churches donation can be provided. In full communion with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America SUNDAY SERVICE Ruby Valley Food Pantry, Sheridan Join Us for Sunday Worship! 10 a.m. Open Saturdays from 10-12 p.m. Located at 114 N. Trinity St. Paul’s Christ Church Alder School Main St. in New Beginnings. Serving the Ruby Valley Jeffers/Ennis Virginia City Sheridan from Silver Star to Virginia City. Contact Doris at 842- Sunday Sunday 7161 or Wannetta at 842-5783 for 11:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Tel. 406-842-5915 www.rvec.org Bible Study more information. Prayer requests: 9:00 a.m. 682-4788 843-5296 842-7713

Cryptoquip Answer: ALCOHOLICS ENNIS ALANON ANONYMOUS Monday ~ 10:45 a.m. Vennis Over The Hill Unity Group Meeting Every Thurs. at Basement of Madison Valley Faced with a drinking problem? Presbyterian Church, Ennis VERY FAMOUS 8 p.m., Church of the Hugel & Charles Perhaps Alcoholics Anonymous Can Help. BROADWAY CLASSIC Valley, Twin Bridges CALL 682-5097 or 682-7023 SUazN. - 10 a.m., No Smoking, ALANON MEETING Virginia City Library ABOUT A BEAGLE Same Time - Same Place MON. - Open, 7 p.m., Basement of WHO LOVES BELTING M.V. Presbyterian Church, No Smoking “Keep it Simple.” WED. - Closed, 7:30 p.m., Trinity Church OUTACA TUNES: Meeting "THE A.A. MEETING FRI. - Open, 8 p.m., Basement of ALANON Bethany Hall, Sheridan M.V. Presbyterian Church, No Smoking HOUND12-step OFprogram MUSIC." for Twin Bridges • Church of the Valley Adult Children of Alcoholics (behind Methodist Church) 682-3490, 682-7023 Ennis Thursdays, 8 pm 843-5352 Virginia City Bethany Hall-Sheridan | Weds 7 pm Wednesdays ~ 8 p.m. Thursday, September 12, 2013 B7B7 PUBLIC NOTICES & CLASSIFIEDS

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE the original grantor(s), conveyed said real prop- fire Protection Plan and include it by reference Written and/or oral comments on the proposed PO Box 78, Sheridan, Mt. 59749. adjoining counties in another state if the criteria Trustee Sale Number: 12-00932-5 Loan Num- erty to ALLIANCE TITLE and ESCROW CORP, in the Madison County Growth Policy 2012 road name change are welcomed. Written (Pub Sept 12, 19, 29 Oct 3 2013)tos in subsection 16-4-207 (4)(d), MCA, are met. ber: 0022888333 APN: 29013005 TO BE SOLD as the original trustee, to secure an obligation Update. A public hearing will be held at 10:15 comments may be sent to the Madison County Each protestor is required to mail a separate for cash at Trustee’s Sale on December 18, owed to WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, a.m. on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, in the Com- Planning Office by mail to P.O. Box 278, Virginia PUBLIC NOTICE letter of protest that contains in legible print, 2013 at the hour of 02:00 PM, recognized local INC, as the original beneficiary, by a Trust In- missioners Conference Room of the Madison City, MT, 59755; fax to (406) 843-5229; by e- The Board of Madison County Commissioners the protestor’s full name, mailing address, and time, On the front steps (North entrance) to the denture dated as of July 18, 2003, and recorded County Annex, 205. N. Broadway, Virginia City, mail to [email protected] or they may be will not be holding their regular Commission street address. Each letter must be signed County Courthouse, 110 East Wallace, Virginia on July 29, 2003 in Book No. 490 at Page 594 Montana, before the Commission takes action handed in at the public hearing. meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, as by the protestor. Protest petitions bearing the City, MT. the following described real property in under Document No. 93467, in the Official Re- on the final resolution. (Pub Sept 12, 19 2013)mcc they will be attending the Montana Association names and signatures of more than one pro- Madison County, Montana, to-wit: Unit 1429 of cords of the Office of the Record of Madison Review copies of the revised Madison County of Counties Annual Conference in Helena, Mon- testor will not be considered. Protest letters Beaverhead Condominium, Phase A and B, sit- County, Montana (“Deed of Trust”). The current Growth Policy document are available at: BUDGET HEARING tana. The next regular meeting following this must provide the license number, trade name, uated on Parcel A of Certificate of Survey in beneficiary is: US Bank National Association, (1) Madison County Commissioners Office, The Town of Virginia City will hold a budget date will be held on Tuesday, October 1, 2013. or applicant name associated with the license Book 7 of Surveys, page 435 and Parcel B of as Trustee, successor in interest to Wachovia Madison County Planning Office, and Madison hearing at 7:00 p.m. at the Rehearsal Hall on (Pub Sept 12, 19 2013)mcc being protested for identification purposes. Survey recorded in Book 6 of Condominiums, Bank, National Association as Trustee for Wells County Department of Emergency Services September 19, 2013. A copy of the proposed Protest letters must contain a clear statement page 381, as shown and designated on those Fargo Asset Securities Corporation, Mortgage in Virginia City; (2) public libraries in Ennis, of the writer’s intent to protest the application. budget can be reviewed at the Virginia City NOTICE THAT A TAX DEED certain Basic Unit Floor Plans and Site Map re- Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR10 Sheridan, Twin Bridges, and Virginia City; (3) Town Office during normal business hours. The grounds for protest of an application for a corded in the office of the County Clerk and (the “Beneficiary”). FIDELITY NATIONAL TI- Big Sky Owners Association Office at Big Sky; //s// Nancy Stewart MAY BE ISSUED transfer of location are limited to those set out Recorder of Madison County, Montana being a TLE INSURANCE COMPANY was named as (4) Meadow Village Fire Station at Big Sky; and Clerk/Town of Virginia City TO: J WAY TRUST, John Wayne Thomas Sr. in section 16-4-405, MCA, for a denial of a li- portion of a tract of land located in the NE1/4 Successor Trustee (the “Trustee”) by virtue of a (5) Madison County website, www.madison. (Pub Sept 12, 19 2013)tovc and Helen Ann Thomas Trustees of the J-Way cense, and public convenience and necessity and NW1/4 of Section 30, Township 6 South, Substitution of Trustee dated October 10, 2012 mt.gov. Written comments on the document Trust, John Wayne Thomas Sr. and Helen A., as set out in section 16-4-203, MCA. If the pro- Range 3 East, P.M.M., Madison County, Mon- and recorded in the records of Madison County, should be addressed to: Madison County Board Dr. Thomas Trustees of the J-Way Trust, Cur- tested application is for a transfer of ownership tana (Amended Plat of Beaverhead Condo filed Montana. There has been a default in the per- of Commissioners, P.O. Box 278, Virginia City, NOTICE THAT A TAX DEED rent Occupant, Dr. J.W. Thomas, Madison not involving a transfer of location, the grounds in Book 4 of Plats, page 601-BA, records of formance of said Deed of Trust: Failure to pay MT 59755, or e-mailed to madco@madison. MAY BE ISSUED County Treasurer for protest are limited to those set out in sec- Madison County, Montana) TOGETHER WITH when due the following amounts which are now mt.gov. Written comments must be received To: The Heirs or Devisees of Hartman B. Man- Pursuant to section 15-18-212, Montana Code tion 16-4-405, MCA. Protest letters which do an undivided 1.97% interest in and to the Com- in arrears as of August 14, 2013: Balance due by close of the October 8, 2013, public hearing. ley, deceased, their interest being subject to the Annotated, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: not provide the information described in this mon Areas and Facilities appertaining to said on monthly payments from March 1, 2011 and (Pub. September 5, 12, 2013) mcc administration of the estate of said decedent. Parcel #: 0002001300 paragraph will not be considered valid protest unit, the Declaration for which was recorded which payments total: $58,941.66: Late charg- (Address unknown) 1. As a result of a property tax delinquency, letters. Only those grounds for protest raised in April 13, 1981 in Book 276, page 851, and es: $673.84 Net Other Fees: $105.00 Advanc- NOTICE TO CREDITORS Hartman B. Manley a property tax lien exists on the following de- valid protest letters will be considered at hear- amended by instruments recorded in Book 277, es: $2,748.24 There is presently due on the ob- MONTANA FIFTH JUDICIAL COURT PO Box 644 scribed real property in which you may have an ing. An individual’s testimony will be limited to page 321; Book 284, page 724; Book 291, page ligation the principal sum of $351,735.95 plus COUNTY OF MADISON Pony, MT 59747 interest: A tract of land situated and lying in the the grounds for protest raised in that individual’s 850; and Book 298, page 432, the records of accrued interest thereon at the rate of 2.87500% PROBATE NO. DP: 29-2013-26 Hartman B. Manley SE1/4NW1/4SE1/4 Of Section 16, Township 6 valid protest letter. Madison County, Montana. More commonly per annum from February 1, 2011, plus late JUDGE: Loren Tucker 99 Frank Road, Trailer 31 South, Range 3 West, P.M.M., Madison County, If the department receives a sufficient number known as: 1429 BEAVERHEAD, BIG SKY, MT charges. Interest and late charges continue to IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF BON- Belgrade, Montana 59714 Montana, more particularly described as fol- of protests to require a hearing pursuant to GREGORY L RUFF, A SINGLE PERSON, as accrue. Other expenses to be charged against NIE L. RICE, Deceased. Manley Hartman lows: Beginning at the Northwest Corner of the section 16-4-207(4)(a), MCA, a hearing will be the original grantor(s), conveyed said real prop- the-proceeds include the trustee’s or attorney’s NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the under- c/o Vern Ballentyne tract herein described which is also the North- scheduled in Helena, Montana. If the depart- erty to ALLIANCE TITLE and ESCROW CORP, fees and costs and expenses of sale. The ben- signed have been appointed Co-Personal Rep- 99 Frank Road, Trailer 31 west Corner of the SE1/4NW1/4SE1/4 of said ment receives a sufficient number of protests as the original trustee, to secure an obligation eficiary has elected to sell the property to satisfy resentatives of the above-named estate. All per- Belgrade, MT 59714 Section, and running thence Southerly along to require a hearing pursuant to section 16- owed to WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, the obligation and has directed the trustee to sons having claims against the said deceased Manley Hartman the West Boundary of the SE1/4NW1/4SE1/4 4-207(4)(b), MCA, to determine public conve- INC, as the original beneficiary, by a Trust In- commence such sale proceedings. The benefi- are required to present their claims within four 99 Frank Road, Trailer 31 OF Said Section, 269 feet, more or less to nience and necessity, a hearing will be held in denture dated as of July 18, 2003, and recorded ciary declares that the grantor is in default as months after the date of the first publication of Belgrade, Montana 59714 its intersection with the Easterly right-of-way the county in which the proposed premises is on July 29, 2003 in Book No. 490 at Page 594 described above and has directed the Trustee to this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Joe Miles boundary of Montana State Highway No. 287: located. All qualified protestors will be notified under Document No. 93467, in the Official Re- commence proceedings to sell the property de- Claims must either be mailed to Barry Rice and PO Box 644 thence, N42°54’E, 367 feet, more or less to the of the time, date and location of the hearing. cords of the Office of the Record of Madison scribed above at public sale in accordance with Greg Rice, the Co-Personal Representatives, Pony, MT 59747-0644 North Boundary of said SE1/4NW1/4SE1/4 OF Hearings are typically scheduled within 90 days County, Montana (“Deed of Trust”). The current the terms and provisions of this notice. The sale return receipt requested, c/o Bruce O. Bekke- Joe Miles Said Section; thence Westerly along said North following the protest deadline. beneficiary is: US Bank National Association, is a public sale and any person, including the dahl, Patten, Peterman, Bekkedahl & Green, 99 Frank Road, Trailer 31 Boundary, 250 feet, more or less to the point of If a sufficient number of protests to require a as Trustee, successor in interest to Wachovia beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid P.L.L.C., 2817 2nd Ave. N. Suite 300, Billings, Belgrade, Montana 59714 beginning. hearing are not received and all licensing cri- Bank, National Association as Trustee for Wells at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash. MT 59101, or filed with the Clerk of the above Current Occupant Deed Ref: Book 245, page 854 and Book 225, teria have been satisfied, the department may Fargo Asset Securities Corporation, Mortgage The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Court. SW Corner of Madison Street and N. Pony page 336 issue the license without holding a hearing. Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR10 Deed. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to DATED: August 9, 2013 Street 2. The property taxes became delinquent on DATED: September 5, 2013 (the “Beneficiary”). FIDELITY NATIONAL TI- possession of the property on the 10th day fol- //s// Barry Rice Pony, Montana 59747 May 31st, 2010. BY: Danette Tenneson TLE INSURANCE COMPANY was named as lowing the sale. The grantor, successor in inter- Co-Personal Representative Pursuant to Mont. Code Ann. §15-18-212, NO- 3. The property tax lien was attached as the Compliance Specialist Successor Trustee (the “Trustee”) by virtue of a est to the grantor or any other person having an //s// Greg Rice TICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: result of a tax lien sale held on 19th day of (Pub September 12, 19 2013) mtdorll Substitution of Trustee dated October 10, 2012 interest in the aforesaid property, at any time Co-Personal Representative 1. As a result of a property tax delinquency, July, 2010. and recorded in the records of Madison County, prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the benefi- (Pub. September 12, 19, 26 2013) ppb&g a property tax lien exists on the following de- 4. The property tax lien was purchased at a tax BEFORE THE DEPARTMENT Montana. There has been a default in the per- ciary or the successor in interest to the benefi- scribed real property in which you may have an lien sale on the 19th day of July, 2010 by Madi- formance of said Deed of Trust: Failure to pay ciary the entire amount then due under the deed interest: son County whose address is P.O. Box 247, 100 OF REVENUE OF THE STATE when due the following amounts which are now of trust and the obligation secured thereby (in- PUBLIC NOTICE Subdiv. – PTS Lot-8 Block-6 02S 02W 18 PONY E Wallace Virginia City, Mt. 59755. OF MONTANA LIQUOR LICENS- Madison County is seeking comments on the in arrears as of August 14, 2013: Balance due cluding costs and expenses actually incurred ORIGINAL TOWNSITE, LOT 8 PONY ORIGI- 5. The lien was subsequently assigned to KT ING NOTICE OF APPLICATION on monthly payments from March 1, 2011 and and trustee’s fees) other than such portion of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) NAL TOWNSITE, LOT 8 Land Company, LLC whose address is P.O. Box which payments total: $58,941.66: Late charg- principal as would not then be due had no de- Program and the proposed overall goal of 2. The property taxes became delinquent after 336 Black Eagle, Mt. 59414. FOR TRANSFER OF OWNER- es: $673.84 Net Other Fees: $105.00 Advanc- fault occurred and thereby cure the default 7.36% it has been developed for federally as- May 31, 2010. 6. As of the date of this notice, the amount of tax SHIP FOR MONTANA RETAIL sisted airport improvement programs exceeding es: $2,748.24 There is presently due on the ob- theretofore existing. SALE INFORMATION 3. The property tax lien was attached as the due, including penalties, interest and costs is: ON-PREMISES CONSUMPTION ligation the principal sum of $351,735.95 plus CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsa- $250,000. The DBE Program establishes goals result of a tax lien sale held on July 19, 2010. TAXES: $1286.84 accrued interest thereon at the rate of 2.87500% sap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION for the participation of DBE firms for current and 4. The property tax lien was purchased at a tax PENALTY: $ 22.47 RESTAURANT BEER AND WINE per annum from February 1, 2011, plus late PLEASE CALL 714.730.2727 DATED: August future federally assisted projects in Madison lien sale on July 19, 2010 by County of Madison, INTEREST: $ 166.47 LICENSE NO. 25-754-4523-401 charges. Interest and late charges continue to 14, 2013 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INSUR- County. Based on the 9th Circuit Court Decision P.O. Box 247, 100 East Wallace, Virginia City, COST: $ 585.21 On July 18, 2013, Jeffrey B. and Patricia A. accrue. Other expenses to be charged against ANCE COMPANY, Trustee, By: Megan Curtis, in Western States Paving v. Washington State Montana 59755. TOTAL: $2,060.99 Walker, filed an application for the transfer of a the-proceeds include the trustee’s or attorney’s Authorized Signature A-4410284 Department of Transportation, Madison County 5. The lien was subsequently assigned to Dan 7. For the property tax lien to be liquidated, the license to be used at THE SHACK, 301 North fees and costs and expenses of sale. The ben- (Pub August 29, September 5, 12) asap has determined that it is appropriate to use a and William Joseph Sebena, PO Box 835, Boz- total amount listed in paragraph Main Street, Twin Bridges, Madison County, eficiary has elected to sell the property to satisfy race/gender neutral goal. Madison County en- eman, Montana 59715. 6 must be paid by November 8, 2013 which Montana. courages all bidders to take active race/gender the obligation and has directed the trustee to PUBLIC NOTICE 6. As of the date of this Notice, the amount of is the date that the redemption period expires Protests against an application must be (1) commence such sale proceedings. The benefi- neutral steps to include DBE’s in this and other tax due is: or expired. **THE AMOUNT OF INTEREST made in writing, (2) mailed to the Department IN THE FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE airport contracts. Race/gender neutral steps in- ciary declares that the grantor is in default as STATE OF MONTANA, COUNTY OF MADI- TAXES: $ 77.93 AND COSTS ARE AS OF THE DATE OF THIS of Revenue, Liquor Licensing, PO Box 1712, described above and has directed the Trustee to clude: unbundling large contracts, subcontract PENALTY: $ 1.33 NOTICE AND WILL CONTINUE TO ACCRUE Helena, Montana 59624-1712, and (3) received SON IN RE ESTATE OF: BILLIE B. SMITH, aka work the prime contractor may self-perform, commence proceedings to sell the property de- CORDELIA B. SMITH, aka DILLIE B. SMITH, INTEREST: $ 10.73 UNTIL THE DATE OF REDEMPTION. THE and date stamped by the Department no later scribed above at public sale in accordance with provide bonding or financing assistance, pro- COST: $409.32 TOTAL AMOUNT OF INTEREST AND COST than the 30th day of September, 2013. Protests Deceased. vide technical assistance, etc. This contract the terms and provisions of this notice. The sale Cause No. DP-29-13-29 TOTAL: $499.31 THAT MUST BE PAID FOR REDEMPTION will be accepted from residents of the county is a public sale and any person, including the can be awarded without the lowest responsive The amount of interest and costs shall continue WILL BE CALCULATED BY THE COUNTY from which the application originates, residents That the undersigned has been appointed bidder meeting the goal or demonstrating good beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid Personal Representative of the above-named to accrue until the date of redemption. TREASURER AS OF THE DATE OF PAY- of adjoining Montana counties, or residents of at the sale. The bid price must be paid in cash. faith effort to meet the goal. A copy of the Pro- 7. For the property tax lien to be liquidated, the MENT. adjoining counties in another state if the criteria estate. All persons having claims against said gram is available for review during normal busi- The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s decedent are required to present their claims total amount listed in paragraph 6 must be paid 8. If all taxes, penalties, interest, and costs are in subsection 16-4-207 (4)(d), MCA, are met. Deed. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to ness hours at the offices of Robert Peccia and by November 8, 2013, which is the date that the not paid to the county treasurer on or prior to Each protestor is required to mail a separate within four (4) months after the date of the first Associates, Helena, Montana for 30 days from possession of the property on the 10th day fol- publication of this notice, or said claims will be redemption period expires or expired. November 8th, 2013, which is the date the re- letter of protest that contains in legible print, lowing the sale. The grantor, successor in inter- the date of this publication. Comments should 8. If all taxes, penalties, interest and costs are demption period expires, or on or prior to the the protestor’s full name, mailing address, and forever barred. be addressed to Lance Bowser, Robert Peccia est to the grantor or any other person having an Claims must either be mailed to TINA M. HIL- not paid to the Madison County Treasurer on or date on which the county treasurer will other- street address. Each letter must be signed interest in the aforesaid property, at any time and Associates (P.O. Box 5653, Helena, MT prior to November 8, 2013, which is the date on wise issue a tax deed, a tax deed may be is- by the protestor. Protest petitions bearing the DERMAN, the Personal Representative, return 59604) and must be received by October 18, prior to the trustee’s sale, may pay to the benefi- receipt requested, at 8237 S. 120th Street, Se- which the redemption period expires, or on or sued to the purchaser on the day following the names and signatures of more than one pro- ciary or the successor in interest to the benefi- 2013. prior to the date on which the Madison County date that the redemption period expires or on testor will not be considered. Protest letters attle, WA 98178, or filed with the Clerk of the (Pub. September 12, 2013) lbrp&a ciary the entire amount then due under the deed above-entitled Court. Treasurer will otherwise issue a tax deed, a tax the date the county treasurer will otherwise is- must provide the license number, trade name, of trust and the obligation secured thereby (in- Dated: August 14, 2013 deed may be issued to the purchaser on the sue a tax deed. or applicant name associated with the license cluding costs and expenses actually incurred //s// TINA M. HILDERMAN PUBLIC NOTICE day following the date that the redemption pe- 9. The business address and telephone num- being protested for identification purposes. and trustee’s fees) other than such portion of the Personal Representative Notice of Intent to Transfer Location of Air Qual- riod expires or on the date the Madison County ber of the county treasurer who is responsible Protest letters must contain a clear statement principal as would not then be due had no de- STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ity Permit (Pursuant to Section 75-2-211, MCA, Treasurer will otherwise issue a tax deed. for issuing tax deed is: Madison County Trea- of the writer’s intent to protest the application. fault occurred and thereby cure the default :ss and ARM Title 17, Chapter 8, Subchapter 7, 9. The business address and telephone number surer, P.O. Box 247, 100 E Wallace Virginia City, The grounds for protest of an application for a theretofore existing. SALE INFORMATION COUNTY OF KING) PERMIT, CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION of the Madison County Treasurer who is respon- Mt. 59755, 1-(406)-843-4212. transfer of location are limited to those set out CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsa- TINA M. HILDERMAN, being first duly sworn, OF AIR CONTAMINANT SOURCES). sible for issuing a tax deed is: Shelly Burke, FURTHER NOTICE FOR THOSE PERSONS in section 16-4-405, MCA, for a denial of a li- sap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION upon oath, deposes and says: A.M. Welles, Inc. will file on or about September Madison County Treasurer, P.O. Box 247, 100 LISTED ABOVE WHOSE ADDRESSES ARE cense, and public convenience and necessity PLEASE CALL 714.730.2727 DATED: August That she has read the foregoing NOTICE TO 26, 2013, a notification of intent to transfer loca- East Wallace, Virginia City, Montana 59755. UNKNOWN: as set out in section 16-4-203, MCA. If the pro- 14, 2013 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INSUR- CREDITORS and that the facts and matters tion of an air quality permit with the Permitting (406) 843-4212. 1. The address of the interested party is un- tested application is for a transfer of ownership ANCE COMPANY, Trustee, By: Megan Curtis, contained therein are true, correct, accurate and Compliance Division/Air and Waste Man- FURTHER NOTICE FOR THOSE PERSONS known. not involving a transfer of location, the grounds Authorized Signature A-4410284 08/29/2013, and complete to the best of her knowledge and agement Bureau of the Montana Department of LISTED ABOVE WHOSE ADDRESSES ARE 2. The published notice meets the legal re- for protest are limited to those set out in sec- 09/05/2013, 09/12/2013(Pub. August 22, 29, belief. I make this declaration under penalty of Environmental Quality. Applicant seeks approv- UNKNOWN: quirements for notice of a pending tax deed tion 16-4-405, MCA. Protest letters which do Sept 5 2013) b&m, pllc NOTICE OF TRUST- perjury under the laws of the State of Montana. al of its transfer of location of Gravel Crusher. 1. The address of the interested party is un- issuance. not provide the information described in this EE’S SALE Trustee Sale Number: 12-00932-5 //s// TINA M. HILDERMAN Air Quality Permit #2691 to SW1/4, Sec 6, T5S, known 3. The interested party’s rights in the property paragraph will not be considered valid protest Loan Number: 0022888333 APN: 29013005 Personal Representative R5W, Madison County 0.2 miles Southwest of 2. The published notice meets the legal require- may be in jeopardy. letters. Only those grounds for protest raised in TO BE SOLD for cash at Trustee’s Sale on De- SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this Intersection of Ruby River Dr. and Sennott Hill ments for notice of a pending tax deed issu- Dated this 12th day of September , 2013 KT valid protest letters will be considered at hear- cember 18, 2013 at the hour of 02:00 PM, recog- 14th day of August, 2013 Rd, North side of Sennott Hill Rd. ance; and Land Company, LLC. ing. An individual’s testimony will be limited to nized local time, On the front steps (North en- //s// HELEN ROSS The division must approve or disapprove the 3. The interested party’s rights in the property (Pub September 12, 19 2013) ktlc the grounds for protest raised in that individual’s trance) to the County Courthouse, 110 East Notary Public for the State of Washington permit transfer within 30 days of receipt of a may be in jeopardy. valid protest letter. Wallace, Virginia City, MT. the following de- Residing at: Pierce County complete notice of intent. Any member of the //s// Dan Sebena BEFORE THE DEPARTMENT If the department receives a sufficient number scribed real property in Madison County, Mon- public with question or who wishes to review Date: September 8, 2013 of protests to require a hearing pursuant to My Commission expires: April 9, 2016 OF REVENUE OF THE STATE tana, to-wit: Unit 1429 of Beaverhead Condo- (SEAL) a copy of the permit and the division’s analysis //s// William Joseph Sebena section 16-4-207(4)(a), MCA, a hearing will be minium, Phase A and B, situated on Parcel A of Personal Representative’s Attorney: of it, or to submit comments on the change of Date: September 8, 2013 OF MONTANA LIQUOR LICENS- scheduled in Helena, Montana. If the depart- Certificate of Survey in Book 7 of Surveys, page Karen McMullin location must contact the division at 1520 East (Pub. September 12, 19 2013) blf ING NOTICE OF APPLICATION ment receives a sufficient number of protests 435 and Parcel B of Survey recorded in Book 6 Sixth Ave., P.O. Box 200901, Helena, Montana to require a hearing pursuant to section 16- Post Office Box 55 FOR TRANSFER OF OWNER- of Condominiums, page 381, as shown and des- Ennis, MT 59729 59620-0901, phone (406) 444-3490. PUBLIC HEARING ON RESO- 4-207(4)(b), MCA, to determine public conve- ignated on those certain Basic Unit Floor Plans Any comments on the location transfer must be SHIP FOR MONTANA ALL-AL- nience and necessity, a hearing will be held in Telephone: (406) 682-7878 LUTION OF INTENTION TO and Site Map recorded in the office of the Coun- (Pub August 29, September 5, 12) kmlf submitted to the division within 15 days after the COHOLIC BEVERAGES WITH the county in which the proposed premises is ty Clerk and Recorder of Madison County, Mon- date of this publication. ADOPT REGULATIONS FOR located. All qualified protestors will be notified CATERING ENDORSEMENT tana being a portion of a tract of land located in (Pub Sept 12, 19 2013)amw THE APPLICATION & REVIEW of the time, date and location of the hearing. the NE1/4 and NW1/4 of Section 30, Township 6 LICENSE NO. 25-999-4545-002 Hearings are typically scheduled within 90 days PUBLIC HEARING ON RESO- OF BUILDINGS FOR LEASE OR South, Range 3 East, P.M.M., Madison County, PUBLIC NOTICE On August 6, 2013, TREDS, Inc. - Shareholders following the protest deadline. Montana (Amended Plat of Beaverhead Condo LUTION OF INTENTION TO The Board of Madison County Commissioners RENT, TITLE 76, PART 8 MCA with 10% or more: Laurie J. Stiffler and Randy If a sufficient number of protests to require a filed in Book 4 of Plats, page 601-BA, records of ADOPT THE MADISON COUN- will conduct a public hearing at 10:00 a.m. dur- The Town of Sheridan approved Resolution D. Larson, filed an application for the transfer hearing are not received and all licensing cri- Madison County, Montana) TOGETHER WITH No. 2013-3, a resolution of intention to adopt teria have been satisfied, the department may TY, MONTANA COMMUNITY ing their regular meeting on Tuesday, October 1, of a license to be used at CHICK’S BAR, 2322 an undivided 1.97% interest in and to the Com- 2013, to hear comments on: regulations for the application & review of build- MT Hwy 287, Alder, Madison County, Montana. issue the license without holding a hearing. mon Areas and Facilities appertaining to said WILDFIRE PROTECTION PLAN Resolution 36-2013; to name an unnamed ac- ings for lease or rent. A public hearing will be Protests against an application must be (1) DATED: September 5, 2013 unit, the Declaration for which was recorded AND INCLUDE IT BY REF- cess road off Pony Creek Road that provides di- held at 6:00 p.m.on Monday, October 14, 2013, made in writing, (2) mailed to the Department BY: Danette Tenneson April 13, 1981 in Book 276, page 851, and at Sheridan Town Hall, 103 E. Hamilton Street, of Revenue, Liquor Licensing, PO Box 1712, Compliance Specialist ERENCE IN THE MADISON rect access to Sections 11, 13, and 14 of Town- amended by instruments recorded in Book 277, ship 2 South, Range 3 West, PMM., to Charcoal Sheridan Montana. Helena, Montana 59624-1712, and (3) received (Pub September 12, 19 2013) mtdorll page 321; Book 284, page 724; Book 291, page COUNTY GROWTH POLICY Creek Road. Review copies are available at: (1) Sheridan and date stamped by the Department no later 850; and Book 298, page 432, the records of 2012 UPDATEThe Madison County Board The hearing will be held in the Commissioner Town Hall, 103E Hamilton Street, Sheridan, Mt. than the 30th day of September, 2013. Protests Madison County, Montana. More commonly of Commissioners approved Resolution No. meeting room at the Madison County Broadway (2) Sheridan Public Library in Sheridan. Written will be accepted from residents of the county known as: 1429 BEAVERHEAD, BIG SKY, MT 30-2013, a resolution of intention to adopt the Annex, 205 N. Broadway, Virginia City, Mon- comments must be received by close of the Oc- from which the application originates, residents GREGORY L RUFF, A SINGLE PERSON, as Madison County, Montana Community Wild- tana. tober 14, 2013 4:00 p.m. to Town of Sheridan, of adjoining Montana counties, or residents of CLASSIFIEDS FOUND: Mountain Bike Garage Sale on Bald Eagle Drive. Call Saturday Sept. 14th miscellaneous Garage Sale 9am – 2pm free to identify. 581-9944 (leave Every Thursday-Friday- message) 109 E Ennis Saturday Furniture, treadmill, household Cow dogs free to the right 10-4 goods, toys, etc. home. Eighteen month old Gramma’s 46-1-p Blue Healer/Catahoula litter JOELLE’S LOST: Camera - REWARD 119 Chowning, Ennis mates need room to run and Antiques, collectibles, art & Red Canon, black case. Lost 498-0676 play. Both have been neutered more!!!! in Ennis or Harrison area on (39-tfc-b) STORAGE DOWN-SIZING and are healthy, energetic and Come see our wide assortment 8/29. Please call for reward- JR TIRE AND STORAGE current on all immunizations. of great items. 406.539.9545. NORRIS Uniquely located just west of SATURDAY, SEPT. 14 10:00- Raised on a ranch in New 46-tfc-f HUGE YARD SALE Mexico, they have not adjusted town in the T & E Storage Cen- 3:00pm ter Office between D & D Auto Sept 20 & 21 antique oak Hoosier cabinet well to life in town. The female 8am to ? is very smart while the male Sales & the Bowling Alley. antique wash stand 202 Madison Ave Furniture, tools & misc. wood filing cabinets is very affectionate. Neither 103 Jefferson, Sheridan have been aggressive around Ennis, MT yard sale student xylophone Get 406-580-0109 or 406-596-0338 Don’t miss this one! mid-century bamboo side tables children or other dogs. Will 46-2-p consider placing them together 45-tfc-b osprey backpack Results. or individually. Call Claire 46-1-b Leonard at 575-519-8806. Saturday, Sept 14 Two Family Yard Sale 39-tfc-p Garage Sale Saturday, Sept 14 212 E Fagin, Ennis 8am – 12pm advertise in Books, Tools, Misc. Place Your Classified The Madisonian Free Toilet. Free Duvet. You 40 Bluff View Lane, Ennis 406-682-7755 pick up!! 682-7361 lost & found 8am – 1pm (behind Lumber Yard) 45-tfc-f 46-1-p 46-1-p 682-7755 B8 Thursday, September 12, 2013 the Madison County MARKETPLACE, cont.

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MADISON COUNTY HELP WANTED DEEMO'S MEATS ENNIS MINI STORAGE HELP WANTED SHERIFF'S OFFICE PART- IMMEDIATELY – Laborer. Don't stress your livestock by Will supply housing. Good New low prices with 10 x 10’s TIME DETENTION OFFICER taking them to slaughter. starting at $35. Larger sizes driving record needed. Wages The Madison County Sheriff's Let slaughter come to your available. Call Reed Real Es- HELP WANTED: Office is accepting applications DOE. Call (406) 798-7754 or ranch. Call 682-7306 or 600-0320 tate at 682-4236. Harrison Public Schools is for a part-time detention officer fax application to (406) 798- 15-tfc The Madison Valley Manor in and ask for Scott. looking for the following: position. The salary for this 3488 16-tfc-b Ennis is interested in training 1. Junior High Boys position is $14.31 per hour. 39-8-b certified nursing assistants. Two homes in VC Ranches. Each Basketball Coach The workweek is 16 hours, of We are offering a FREE 72 Yellowstone Custom Country home is 3 BR two baths with 2. Assistant H.S. Girls on-call and on-duty time. hour training course for quali- Homes is seeking experienced separate garages on 5 plus acres. Basketball Coach Duties and responsibilities Both are available October 1. fied individuals. Deadline carpenters. 842-5068 Expert 3. Assistant H.S. Boys include performing the duties One home is $900 per month and for applications is 9/30/13. 33-tfc-b Excellent benefits including: Basketball Coach of a detention officer at the Tree Care one is $950 per month. No pets 406-683-5592 government retirement, health 4. Volunteer/Parent Madison County Holding and no smoking. First, last and RN or LPN for primary care 406-865-0000 security deposit. 682-3950 insurance and competitive Fundraiser Coordinator Facility in Virginia City. 60’ Lift Truck wages. Please call Christine for D.C. Trip / Close Up Detention officers perform all clinic in Sheridan MT. Full- 46-1-p Canterbury at 682-7271 for For more information, please aspects of inmate supervision, time position with benefits. Flag Pole more information. EOE contact Fred Hofman at 685- ensuring all inmate basic needs Preferred 1 year clinical Maintenance BARKER VILLAGE experience, good clinical 46-4-b 3428. are met. APARTMENTS: judgment, communication This position requires the 1 bedroom unfurnished apart- Interested applicants can send skills, computer skills, be letter of interest and resume to: applicant to be able to obey MAIN STREET ments available in Ennis. able to work with a variety PROFESSIONAL Fred Hofman, Superintendent rules, regulations and follow A/C, washer/dryer equipped, MADISON VALLEY of patient populations. Wage SERVICES Harrison Public Schools instruction from superiors. private location. 1 year lease, MANOR DOE. Open until filled. Send Let us relieve some of the is looking for a full-time P.O. Box 7 They must show a desire to resume to email address stress from your life! $600 per month plus secu- housekeeper. Excellent Harrison, MT 59735 work with the public, show self- below. All phases of bookkeeping rity deposit, utilities included, benefits package. Apply in Everybody wants to be a ‘Cat initiative, demonstrate a high Amy Olson, RN, COO Accounts Payable/Receivable non-smoking, no dogs. Call person. EOE … now’s your chance! degree of integrity, maturity [email protected] Payroll Erich Vogeli, Manager at 406- Phone: 406-496-6003 46-1-b and confidentiality. Applicants Account Reconciliation 682-5737. JOB NOTICE: must possess the necessary 44-tfc-b And Much More! 15-tfc The Madison County Board physical skills to fulfill the job Call 842-5822 for an appointment. Sheridan School District No. 5 of Health is accepting duties. Due to the nature of Madison Valley Manor is hir- has openings for the following applications until filled for the the job, work hour flexibility is 401 S. Main Street, Sheridan. FOR RENT: Large mobile ing experienced 46-tfc positions for the full-time position of Public possible as needed. Certified Nursing Assistants. home site 1 mile from Ennis. 2013-2014 School Year: Bus Health Nurse. This position Applicants must be at least 21 Part-time or Full-time with 100 x 150’, water & sewer, Driver, PALZ Assistant Lead will require excellent service years of age and of good moral benefits. country atmosphere, quiet. Instructor, Varsity Cheerleading and communication skills character; successfully pass Wage may vary based on ex- NO DOGS. 682-4854. 29-tfc (Winter Sports), Varsity Boys’ to establish collaborative an oral interview, background perience. 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Record keeping skills auction 843-5486 FOR RENT Sheridan, MT 59749, or call including injury and disease and computer knowledge are NEAR HARRISON (406) 842-5302. prevention, immunization necessary. Applicants must be 3 bd 1 bath house on 1.5 acres 46-2-b services, epidemiology, home a resident of Madison County. Open Consignment wood stove, new kitchen, no Horse Sale health, and clinic programs Applicants must submit an 2ND ANNUAL smoking, pets ok through assessment, teaching, application and resume with September 13, 6 p.m. ennis fall consignment Headwaters Livestock Auction $750.00 mo plus utilities OPERATIONS MANAGER counseling, and prevention references to the Madison 406-570-5401 Needed for West Yellowstone, services to individuals, County Sheriff’s Office, PO Auction Saturday Sept 28 MT Hospitality company. families, and groups to promote Box 276, Virginia City, MT Three Forks, MT 59752 @ 10 am Rewarding, stable work health and wellness to residents 59755. 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See Photos at www. or 406-570-3923 406-570-5401 health funding. The position is Applications will be accepted AbleEstateSales.com www.zbauctioneers.com Classified based in Virginia City, Montana, until the position is filled. Mahogany Bedroom set, [email protected] and offers challenging work Madison County is an EEO antique game table, two BARKER VILLAGE 682-7755 in a rural but growing part of employer. antique couches, chairs, APARTMENTS: beautiful Southwest Montana. 46-1-b tables, books, tools, two 1 bedroom furnished apart- Competitive starting wage boats, flatbed trailer, ments available in Ennis. A/C, washer/dryer equipped, pri- HELP WANTED: The Virginia DOE. Interested candidates Original art, Navajo Rugs, City Area Chamber of Com- vate location. 4 month lease, may obtain a job description merce is seeking an Executive Wanted: Concrete laborers, fishing equipment, Bamboo $650 per month plus secu- and employment application form setters, finishers. Wage fly rods, riding lawn rity deposit, utilities included, Director. Looking for a self-mo- Carpets • Rugs • Upholstery tivated, organized, affable per- by contacting the Madison DOE 682-7253 mower, jewelry, chain saw, Water • Smoke • Fire Mitigation non-smoking, no dogs. Call County Public Health Office Vacation • Seasonal • Custom Cleaning son. Average 20 hrs. per week, 42-tfc-b compressor, old hand tools, Home • Business • Rentals • RV’s • Windows Erich Vogeli, Manager at 406- salary $10,000- $12,000 per year. at (406) 843-4295, via e-mail deacon’s bench, dining 682-5737. 683.2226 (Bvhd/Big Hole Valley) Please submit resume to PO Box at [email protected], HELP WANTED: Madison room table with chairs, 682.7767 (Madison/Ruby Valley) 15-tfc 218, VC, 59755 or email info@ [email protected], or visit Square DIBS is looking for blue willow china, L.B. 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Photo courtesy of Scott Kelley Locals enjoy the Virginia City ice rink during the long winter months. Fall Session Classes Starting Soon! Raising funds for Virginia City 8 WEEK SESSION STARTING Ice Rink improvements MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH-THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH From Scott Kelley ice facility is to provide local this coming season. kids the opportunity to go Last year, we replaced All day on Saturday, Sept. outside and get some exercise the boards surrounding the It’s not too late to sign up for classes! 14, the Scoop Shack in Ennis during the long winter. Even rink. This year we are hoping will host their annual Virginia those without equipment are able to improve the facility by City Ice Rink fundraiser. The to enjoy the rink thanks to the purchasing new goals, installing Mexican Cooking Cancelled History of Virginia ice cream will be free, but in many pairs of skates and hockey additional lights and expanding MARGARITA HERNANDEZ return we will be asking for sticks, which are available for the warming hut. All of MONDAYS 5:30 TO 8:30 City and Nevada City donations. This year, thanks all to use. The rink is complete these improvements will be to the generosity of Heather with lights for night skating and accomplished through donations KELLEY KNACKWorkshop: AND CARMA Anderson, Nelson Rowley and a warming hut to thaw out in. and volunteer labor. Please stop New time for Bosu Ball SINERIUS FROM JUST AN Jim Buddelman, all donations This past winter, the ice rink saw by on this Saturday and help JARED SMITHSON: 6-7 PM EXPERIENCE B AND B. (up to $1,000) will be matched. an unprecedented amount of use us to continue to improve the The main objective of the and we expect more of the same Virginia City Ice Rink. TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21ST. 10:00 TO 5:00 PM. $10 TUITION PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE BELOW FOR PLUS $12 TOUR FEE AVAILABLE CLASSES. ENNIS GARAGE Ennis Continuing Education Registration Form Please print and fill out form completely. Incomplete forms will not be processed. Name:______Complete Auto Mailing_Address:______Home_Phone:______Alternate_Phone:______& Truck Repair E-mail_Address:______Dick Lemirande, Owner Course_Title_#1:______35 Years Experience, ASE CERTIFIED Course_Title_#2:______9-5 Monday - Friday Check_#_and_Amount______Please_make_checks_payable_to:__Ennis_High_School,_c/o_ECE_Program,_PO_BOX_517,_Ennis,_MT_59729 All phases of auto repair • Air-conditioning Engines 1. Select the course(s) you would like to take 2. Fill out the registration form above Transmission • Differentials • Brakes • Check Engine lights 3. Mail it and a personal check ($20/class) to the school OR simply provide both to your instructor at your first class session. Tune Ups • 5% Senior Discount

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The MadisonA River FoundationSincere wishes Thankto extend its deep You appreciation to all those who generously donated their time and talents and helped make the 11th annual Ennis on the Madison Fly Fishing Festival a great success.

THE RUBY VALLEY SWIMMING POOL Pamela Lessner Don Volunteers& Carolyn Williams Dottie Fossel HAD ANOTHER GREAT SUMMER! Dave & Diane Bricker Jay Downen Ott & Elita Jones Bev Halm-Levin Shay Sayre Brian & Missy Fullerton Bruce & Suz Richards Dick & Miriam Rohrbaugh Snaque Rollo Dennis Aigner Bob Shanks Bob & Sue Welna Thank you to everyone who attended our Rick Bauchman Bill Brooks Kelly Welna Wayne & Janelle Phillips Peter & Jorie Clark Dave & Sue Smethurst classes and enjoyed our facility. Tony Gianonni Scott Knepper Nancy DiMeola Special thanks to the Pool Advisory Don Hincks Joel & Sherri Shows Jim Kramer Mary Pedersen Jim & Jan Everts Nancy Smrcka Committee for all your fundraising efforts Allen Leitgeb Rolly Rounds Rollie Regier David Hoag Sue Lang Rolly Rounds and for the beautiful potted flower Bob Beekman Patty Weigand Jillian Loveland Gene Gantt David Garst Bob Loveland arrangements in the pool area! Duane & Cam Leach Holger Schaarschmidt Norm Lilley Larry & Diane Krokes Kelly Welch Clete Oakley See you next summer! Tom Riggs Patrick Loveland Rich & Cindy Gockel Ron Humphrey Peter & Mary Martling Gary Laqua C.G. & Caroline Feldman John & Susan Brown Richard Garland Jay & Leesa Bingham Jay & Lana Doyle Anne Moses Sheridan Alder Park & Debbie Click Ted Reeves Jeff & Kim Montag Carolyn Rosin Rachel Van Wingen Pamela Kimmey Recreation District Board of Directors

First Madison Valley Bank SponsorsRainbow Valley Lodge & O’Dell Creek Fly Shop ClackaCraft Drift Boats The Tackle Shop Fan Mountain Inn Madison River Fishing Company Speakers/Presenters Bruce Richards Ralph Cutter Tim Tollett Craig Mathews Travis Morris Ford Rollo John Juracek Gerry Mooney Jerry Schildroth Mike Lawson Bob Jacklin John Stenersen RUBY VALLEY SWIMMING POOL 206 East Poppleton Sheridan, Montana 59749 (406) 842-5272 • www.rubyvalleypool.com B11 Thursday, September 12, 2013 Go to outpostevents.net for a complete listing of events WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 11 PHOTO OF THE WEEK Books and Babies, Ennis 10:30 a.m. Madison Valley Public Library 682-7244

Hunters’ Safety Course, Sheridan First class of six plus field day. Must be 11 yrs. old by Sept. 11, 2013. 7 p.m. Sheridan Elementary Lunchroom. Registration will be held tonight but to pre- register go to the Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks website. Jim 842-5984 THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 12 Reading Group Meeting, Ennis Shirley Love will lead discussion of Moonrise over Sphinx Mountain The Unexpected Photo submitted by Lori Fink Patriot by Shannen FRIDAY Sheridan vs. 10 a.m. Twin SUNDAY Montana Job Rossmiller. 1 p.m. SEPTEMBER 13 Shields Valley Bridges School SEPTEMBER 15 Summit website Madison Valley 7 p.m. for details. Public Library. Volleyball Games Volleyball Games Ice Cream Social, 682-7244 Twin Bridges Live Music, Norris JV Tourney, 12 Sheridan JV Football at Ennis (JV, V, the Gypsy p.m. Sheridan Host: Sheridan Ennis vs. Shields Auxiliary Meeting, V) 4 p.m. EHS Cowbelle School Public Library Valley, 4 p.m. Ennis Gymnasium (Country) 7 p.m. Twin Bridges in City Park, Twin Bridges vs. Madison Valley Sheridan at West Norris Hot Springs. at Shields 4 p.m. $4 Gardiner, 4 p.m. Manor, 1 p.m. Yellowstone Valley, 1 p.m. Sunroom. 5 p.m. Live Music, Live Music, Norris TUESDAY Harrison vs. Virginia City Football, White Mathias SEPTEMBER 17 Volleyball, Gardiner 5 p.m. The Omni Quartet Sulphur Springs (Acoustic) 7 p.m. Bozeman HHS Gymnasium (Classical) 7 Ennis (V) at Norris Hot Springs. County Ennis JV team, p.m. The Elling WSS, 1 p.m. Bus Commissioners game at 4 Art Walk, Ennis House, 842-5454 leaves at 9 a.m. MONDAY Meeting, Virginia p.m. Bus leaves Final walk of SEPTEMBER 16 City at 2 p.m. the season. SATURDAY Live Music, 9:30 a.m. Cattleman, SEPTEMBER 14 Virginia City Broadway Annex. Live Music, Ennis Maydak, Depot The Cantrells Public welcome. Merry Gold Galleries, Canning (Bluegrass) 7 Madison Conservation and Friends Shanna Mae Workshop, p.m. The Elling VERTICAL LOGO KNOCK OUT LOCK UP Volleyball, PURE WEST District Meeting (Jam) 5:30 p.m. Photography. Sheridan House, 842-5454 Whitehall Willie’s Distillery 5 p.m. 9 a.m. Jackson’s Mon., September 16 Sheridan at Garden, $10 fee Live Music, Norris Harrison School Whitehall, 4 p.m. Bible Study, Ennis Football Games includes book. Jeff Carroll 7:00 p.m. Gospel sing Harrison/ 575-519-8806 (Americana) WEDNESDAY and Bible Study, Whitehall for more info. 7 p.m. Norris SEPTEMBER 18 bring voices and Homecoming (vs. Hot Springs. Job Summit, Butte instruments. 7 Plains) 7 p.m. Cross Country Montana Outpostevents.net p.m. Cattleman Twin Bridges at Meet, Twin Tech Sept. 16 Bridges continued on Gallery 682-5775 Park City 7 p.m. and 17. Visit page b12

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Books and (vs. Shields MONDAY 5 p.m. Meadows, 10 Live Music, Norris Babies, Ennis Valley), 7 p.m. SEPTEMBER 23 Harrison vs. West a.m. 682-7468 Betty and the Boy 10:30 a.m. Harrison/ Yellowstone, (Acoustic) 7 p.m. Madison Valley Whitehall vs. Red JV Football 5 p.m. Cross Country Norris Hot Springs. Public Library Lodge, 7 p.m. Games Sheridan vs. Meet, Missoula 682-7244 Ennis at White Lima, 6 p.m. Mountain West Live Music, Norris Sulphur Springs, Meet, 12 p.m. THURSDAY Marissa Kaye 3 p.m. SEPTEMBER 19 (Country) 7 p.m. Twin Bridges at FRIDAY Norris Hot Springs. Wilsall, 4:30 p.m. SEPTEMBER 27 Volleyball Games Summer Send-Off JV Tourney in BBQ, Ennis SATURDAY TUESDAY Football Games Belgrade, 12 p.m. MVHA invites you SEPTEMBER 21 SEPTEMBER 24 Sheridan Harrison at all to the BBQ/ Homecoming Sheridan, 5 p.m. Potluck at Willie’s Cross Country County (vs. WSS), 7 p.m. Ennis at Lima, Distillery, 4 p.m. Meet, Manhattan Commissioners Twin Bridges 6 p.m. Visit MVHA or Manhattan Meeting, Virginia at Shields Willie’s website School, 10 a.m. City Valley, 7 p.m. for more info. Meeting has Ennis at Fall Jamboree & been cancelled Broadview, 7 Volleyball Games Pig Roast, Ennis – Commissioners p.m. Bus leaves Twin Bridges Willie’s Distillery at Annual at 1:30 p.m. at Manhattan hosts their first Conference. Harrison/ Christian, 5 p.m. annual Fall Whitehall at Harrison vs. Jamboree & Volleyball Games Florence, 7 p.m. BANDITOSIS Shields Valley, Pig Roast. 12 Twin Bridges at OPEN TUESDAY 5 p.m. p.m. Everyone Harrison, 5 p.m. Live Music, Norris Sheridan vs. West is welcome. Ennis vs. Coty Hogue SATURDAY UNTIL Yellowstone, Manhattan, (Americana) - 5 p.m. Volleyball, 6 p.m. 7 p.m. Norris Whitehall Hot Springs. 9-28 FRIDAY Tournament in WEDNESDAY HOWEVER SEPTEMBER 20 Whitehall, 12 p.m. SEPTEMBER 25 SATURDAY WE WILL BE CLOSED SEPTEMBER 28 THIS COMING Volleyball Games Live Music, Norris Books and SATURDAY TO Ennis Kent Johnson Babies, Ennis Wood-fired Barrel CELEBRATE9-14 Homecoming (Singer/ 10:30 a.m. Oven Workshop, WITH KATE AND AL (vs. Shields Songwriter) Madison Valley Laurin NORRIS HOT SPRINGS ! Valley), 2 p.m. 7 p.m. Norris Public Library Join Max and Twin Bridges Hot Springs. 682-7244 Eva Edelson of HOURS: SEPT - MAY Homecoming (vs. Firespeaking for Th., Fri., & Mon. 4-10 p.m. Lima), 3 p.m. SUNDAY THURSDAY a build-your- Sat. & Sun. Noon-10 p.m. Sheridan vs. Lone SEPTEMBER 22 SEPTEMBER 26 own Outdoor YES! Open Mon instead of Peak, 4 p.m. Wood-fired Barrel Weds, locals! Closed Tues & Weds Live Music, Norris Volleyball Oven hands-on Music this weekend: Football Games Queen Mab Games, workshop. Sept. Fri - “V”, the Gypsy Cowbelle Sat - Jeff Carroll Licensed and Insured Twin Bridges (Celtic Folk) Ennis at Three 28-29, 10 – 4 Sun - Mathias Homecoming (vs. 7 p.m. Norris Forks, 4 p.m. p.m. $200 fee. Clean/Fast/Quality Sheridan), 7 p.m. Hot Springs. Twin Bridges Poor Orphan For a fair price Ennis vs. Manhattan, Creamery, 13 Homecoming Laurin Loop, Local References 842-7100 406-595-0658

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