Fergus English Teacher Earns National Board Certification Jessica Vallincourt Becomes First Lewistown Teacher to Gain NBC

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VOLUME 139 NUMBER 37 LEWISTOWNNEWS.COM WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2021 Fergus English teacher earns National Board Certification Jessica Vallincourt becomes first Lewistown teacher to gain NBC

By DOREEN HEINTZ Special to the News-Argus essica Vallincourt, a ninth- and elev- enth-grade English teacher at Fergus High School, recently joined the ranks Jof teachers throughout the U.S. to have gained National Board Certification. Vallincourt, who finished the vigorous process of earning her NBC, joined nine other teachers in Montana who recently gained their certification. According to the Montana Professional Teaching Foundation, which administers the program in Mon- tana, the state now has 164 National Board Certified Teachers. Vallin- court is the first teacher in the Lewis- town School District to gain her certification. “Earning Nation- al Board Certifica- tion is a crowning Jessica achievement,” said Vallincourt MPTF Chair Aman- da Curtis. “The nine professional educators deserve congratu- lations for their incredible feat they’ve accomplished. These educators have dedicated their lives to providing their students the best education in America, and Montana families are grateful to them.” “Jessica is an incredible teacher - I could sit in her class all day,” said Lewis- Sterling “Sting” Campbell fits leather to the cantle of the town School Superintendent Thom Peck. saddle inside his shop, Sting Saddlery, last Wednesday. The “The NBC demands that teachers self- reflect and evaluate their own teaching young saddle maker said business has been good during his techniques. It is very rigorous, and I love first year in Lewistown. that it is very practical, based on practices Photos by Katherine Sears and techniques used in the classroom and not theoretical based.” By KATHERINE SEARS | Reporter Achieving National Board Certification is not an easy venture. Educators can take It all started with an old saddle found at the base of a cliff. up to five years to achieve certification in Lewistown saddle maker Sterling Campbell was 17 when he built his their area of expertise. There are four first saddle and he’s never looked back. components to the certification process – “My brother was an outfitter in the Beartooths at the time and he content knowledge, differentiation of found this old saddle at the bottom of a cliff,” said Campbell. “The instruction, teaching practice and learning leather was wrecked, but the tree environment, and effective and reflective I guess you could was sound so we decided to fix it.” practitioner. The two headed to their local say there’s no saddle shop, Grizzly Saddlery in finish line to Great Falls, to get the materials for Sterling “Sting” Campbell and his wife, Adilene, stand This was the most the repair. inside Sting Saddlery on Main Street in Lewistown. The perfection.” “We built that saddle together,” meaningful professional said Campbell. “Then I took it back couple moved the shop from Helena last spring. development I have ever – Sterling Campbell, to the saddle shop to show them and he asked if I wanted a job.” The business name came from his original nickname, “String.” done, over and above the saddle maker Campbell accepted and began “I kinda outgrew that,” said Campbell, and soon it became “Sting.” completion of my work as a salesman at the shop Newly married in 2017, Campbell set off full-time on his own with a before learning to build saddles. shop in Helena. He soon realized the city lacked the proper clientele to master’s program.” “That’s kinda how I got into saddlery,” said Campbell, “just cold sustain his business and made the decision to move, much to his turkey, jumping in with both feet.” delight. - Jessica Vallincourt, teacher While working for Grizzly, Campbell began making custom holsters “I grew up wanting to live in Lewistown,” said Campbell. in 2014, which he said was the true inception of “Sting Saddlery.” He Though he spent his childhood in the Sun River Valley, Campbell See Vallincourt | Page 5 would build and sell them through his employer, since Grizzly didn’t traveled to Lewistown frequently for wrestling. make holsters. “It worked into more than just holster gear,” said Campbell. See Saddlery | Page 5

Lewistown Library Director opening a new chapter in her life

By MIRIAM CAMPAN | Reporter COVID-19 UPDATE Library Director Dani Buehler is As of Tuesday, April 6, there were more than just a bibliophile (a lover of It has been my seven active cases of COVID-19 in books). Fergus County. So far 2,977 people in “I am the representative of the pleasure to serve Fergus County have received a first library, which is tied directly into city dose of vaccine, and 1,980 have and county government. As the direc- the community. received two doses, for a total of tor I follow the direction of the library 4,898 people who are at least par- board. I meet with the board monthly -Dani Buehler tially protected. where we discuss the business of the Statewide, there were 961 active library, as well as thinking about how cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, with were not shelved due to COVID-19. to keep the library progressing and 218 new cases reported, bringing Buehler said, “My main objective offering the best services,” said Bue- Montana’s total since last March to was to maintain the quality services hler. 105,333. As of Tuesday, 102,895 peo- expected by the Central Montana com- In addition to forward thinking ple were listed as recovered, 33 Mon- munity.” Buehler also discusses library pro- tanans were hospitalized for compli- More than maintaining quality, grams, staffing, policies and funding cations from COVID-19 and 1,477 Buehler saw specific needs within the issues involved in running the library have died (40 more since last Tues- community involving technology and with the library board. day). services that the library could provide. Transitioning in her library respon- Library Director Dani Buehler stands in front of the Vaccinations are available locally sibilities from Youth Director to Inter- newest non-fiction selections available at the library. for anyone over the age of 18. Call im Director to Director in 2018, Bue- See Buehler | Page 5 She said, “I have always sought information and your health care provider for more hler had a vision and objectives that information. loved learning about the world.” Photo by Miriam Campan . USPS 311-120 [email protected] 406-535-3401 OBITUARIES: A. MOBERLEY, A. OTTO

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The famous ghost town Bannack was founded in 1862 during the largest western gold rush since the California Gold Rush in 1848. It was Lewistown 538-8791 the first capital of Montana Denton 567-2561 Central Montana’s propane Territory until the capital was Stanford 566-2670 and fertilizer company since 1952. moved to Virginia City. Moore 374-2528 Photo courtesy of Nikolay Makarov

Firefighters wanted: Lewistown looking for part-paid responders By DEB HILL work and travel through our needs of our community,” watch out for each other.” News-Argus Managing Editor city and rural fire district,” Ward said. Ward said the job is not Ward said. “Currently we Part-paid firefighters do easy but is “very rewarding.” ire Chief Joe Ward is have eight career fire person- the same job as career fire- “I started as a part-paid looking to add four to nel and 14 part-paid firefight- fighters, Ward said, but typi- firefighter myself,” he said. “I six new people to his ers, and the past few years we cally do it on the side of their wanted to make a few extra Fteam, specifically part- have responded to more than job in a different field. dollars, but did not realize paid firefighters. Ward, chief 1,000 calls a year.” “Our part-paid firefighers the impact serving in public for both Lewistown Fire-Res- Ward said the increase in are compensated for the safety would have on me. cue and the Lewistown Rural calls means an increase in hours they are in training or This could be true for others, Fire District, said the number what he calls “public safety responding to an emergen- also.” of calls is going up, leading to needs.” cy,” Ward said. “They carry Ward suggests those who a need for more firefighters. “I am beginning my 36th pagers or cell phones, and want to serve their commu- “This department cur- year in public safety, and I are paged when there is an nity by becoming a firefight- rently has fire-rescue respon- believe these years have emergency to respond to. But er or an EMT can call or drop sibilities for over 9,800 resi- given me the experience to there’s no difference on the by the station. dents, not counting all who evaluate the public safety job; we’re all firefighters and “I encourage people who think they might be interested to learn more about what we do,” Ward said. “If you want to make a little extra money, enroll in a retirement system and help the community while you do it, stop by or call 535-1780.”

Firefighter Brady Exner checks the extrication tools in Engine 3 at the Lewistown Fire Station Monday afternoon. Photo by Deb Hill

The following are some of the requirements for being a part-paid firefighter: • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. • Must reside within a reasonable response time of the fire station. • Must have a valid Montana driver’s license. • Will have a complete criminal background check.

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Governor Greg Gianforte receives a shot of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine at a Wal- green’s pharmacy last Thurs- day in Helena. The Governor, age 59, has said from the beginning he would get the vaccine as soon as it was available to his age group. Vaccines are now available for ages 18 and up in Central Montana. Photo courtesy of Governor’s Office

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Edited by MIRIAM CAMPAN them to shut it down for the • One harassment; tres- Hours: 8-4 (Tuesday & Saturday by 406-366-9845 night. pass letter 549 Kirkemindes Road The following report is taken • Three littering WORKS appointment) CLOSED on Sunday Moore, MT 59464 from information provided by The following calls were • One livestock *CASH OR CHECK ONLY* the Central Montana Dispatch recorded during the period of • One lost property and does not represent the total March 12 through March 25: • One motor vehicle acci- scope of police or sheriff activi- • One fire dent hit and run ties. All persons are innocent • One fireworks • Three noise and distur- until proven guilty. • Ten fraud bance • Six animal • Three parking March 17 • A caller reported a dog was in their garage and would not let them leave their house. Animal Control responded and captured the dog, trans- porting it to the pound. The owner later called and picked up the dog the following day. The owner was issued two citations. March 18 • A caller reported a large grass fire near the Pheasants Forever site by Denton. Den- ton Fire responded and requested Northwestern Ener- gy, as some power poles were scorched during the fire. The fire was contained to 27 acres and was named the Rattle- snake Fire as it was close to Rattlesnake Lane. March 19 • Fergus County deputies made contact with an individual walking on the Truck Bypass after 2 a.m. The individual advised they were in a fight with their spouse who had left a bar and may have run over their phone while leaving. Deputies took a state- ment from the individual and then spoke to the spouse. No charges were filed and the individual was left in the care of a friend for the night. March 20 • A caller reported hearing a loud bang from a nearby residence around 4:30 a.m. Officers responded and made contact with a group of people having a party and who had lit off a firework. Officers . warned the group and advised

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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances. Your View HB 677: A missed What happened The Democrats legislative opportunity to our freedom? have gone berserk Dear Editor, Dear Editor, Dear Editor, During the past three decades, nonprofit organizations So many things to write about and so little space, but one Democrats have gone berserk in ways that don’t bode well (501c3) have been carving up agricultural and forest lands thing about the past and future presidential elections is sup- for Montana. What are our small towns going to do when a bus in Montana like the Christmas goose, using tax-free dollars posedly from an infamous person: “It is not the voters who pulls up and drops off 50 or more illegal immigrants? Lewis- to buy land and transfer it to federal ownership or encum- make the big decisions, it is the people who count the votes town couldn’t accommodate a hundred or so well-paid English ber it with restrictive easements or covenants. that do this,” by Joseph Stalin. Now we know. speaking Boeing employees because our schools and available Hundreds of thousands of acres have been taken out of It is said that 50% of people in the U.S. pay federal housing could not handle the immediate influx of so many production over the years by nonprofit organizations and income taxes and are receiving SSI benefits; I qualify as one families. How does that change for people, many who are chil- that trend continues at an alarming rate. There are far too that does not. My only claim to fame is that after years of dren, with no money, jobs, or proficiency in English? Will the many nonprofit groups that operate with impunity in Mon- ranching, along with all other producers of new wealth from people who voted for Biden and Tester open their homes, tana because there are few established parameters that regu- the natural creation of God, we were subsidizing all other donate money to hire English tutors and give jobs that pay $15 late nonprofit activity. professions, and the non-workers, with the lowest food cost an hour to these people? At least seven western states have laws on the books that of living as a percentage of disposable income of any coun- Democrats already passed a gun control bill (subject to Sen- regulate land purchases by nonprofit organizations, but try in this world. ate approval). They now propose massive tax increases, the Montana continues to have nothing. Most of this production used wholesale by processors, Green New Deal and destruction of the fossil fuel industry. HB 677 represented an important first step in developing retailers and investors manipulating markets, gave the mid- They claim the tax increases will only apply to the rich mak- some sideboards within which certain nonprofit organiza- dlemen the greatest return to them, abusing both the pro- ing $400,000 or more, and corporations; that it will pay for the tions must operate, but the bill was unfortunately tanked by ducers and the ultimate end user in their pricing methods. trillions in proposed new spending. Blatant lies. the Agriculture Committee. Most laws of restriction come from young lawyers working They propose doubling capital gains tax to 40%. Many peo- We must remember that virtually all legislative bills have for so-called lawmakers and large corporations. ple think capital gains are only profits made on stocks, but they both proponents and opponents; bills are never perfect but But here in Central Montana we are just “fly over coun- apply to houses, land and anything else bought that is later sold if a greater good is served for the majority of people, those try,” not worthy of the time of day to those people, deplor- for more than the purchase price. Think of farms purchased in bills should go forward. In the case of HB 677, the overall able as it were. the 1950s for $50 an acre, selling for $1,000 per. The govern- benefits would have dramatically outweighed any down- Getting off track now to the border issue. We read that ment gets $380, not counting state and local taxes; same for sides. the “wall” is going to be torn down by the new administra- houses, collector art, cars, baseball cards, etc. Corporate taxes The American Prairie Reserve’s stated goal for Montana tion. I suppose this material will be used to protect the D.C. equal higher prices on fuel, food, housing, rents, entertainment underscores the need for HB 677. APR plans to purchase area of influence. Next will come a border fence to keep the and everything else consumed with lower wages and less 500,000 acres of agricultural land to leverage use of three deplorable from leaving. After all, someone has to produce employment thrown in. million acres of public land for the creation of a wildlife pre- the necessary goods for the “masters.” Of course, this will The rich do not use their money to fly Pelosi to California for serve the size of Connecticut. We must ask ourselves what not be considered slavery of the physical order. Do you sup- a haircut. They buy things and services, expand or start busi- charitable cause does APR serve by taking thousands of pose this is why 5,000 people are leaving Venezuela every nesses -- all requiring workers, who buy the same things and acres of farm and ranch land out of production that in turn day? No fence to keep them in. Then I read that many pay taxes. adversely impacts the local economy and gives wealthy wealthy people are leaving those great demon-run U.S. cit- Tester, block this. Become a Republican and change the donors a major tax write-off? ies. Senate majority: block this insanity. Surely you don’t agree with Even Montana FWP engages in mega easement deals with The next restriction due to proposed federal regulations the present Democrats. You can benefit Montana and yourself. I landowners and nonprofit organizations. is a proof of inoculation for COVID-19 which will allow you bet a committee post (even chairman) would be proffered. Re- Representative Dan Bartel’s effort to protect our agricul- to go to a store and legally buy products. Guess otherwise election a cinch, in a red state economy dependent on energy tural economy through sponsorship of HB 677 is greatly order online and help out the "poor" owners facilitating all production. Reagan switched parties: how did that turn out? appreciated despite a lack of support from faint-hearted buying. Democrat rules forbid words in session that denote gender, Republican legislators who need a trip to the woodshed. So are we all just going to accept these restrictions until like mother or father, and substitute parent. Farmers know that Ron Poertner there is no one left to save any freedoms? Something to to grow eggs, you better order hens. Just ordering chickens Winifred think about. doesn’t turn out well. God bless all. Daines and Rosendale: work on him, grease the skids, put Lee Hoyer him on Team Montana. Lewistown Gary Fitzpatrick Guest Opinons Lewistown Plug a serious tax loop hole By ED BUTCHER Dan Bartel and Mr. Geddes (spokesman for chase the land. Plugging this tax loop hole Bureau) have weak leadership and lobbyists, the APR) [News Argus 3-27-21]. would not have interfered with or restricted which was often very frustrating to me dur- Montana is a rural state with both an anti- Mr. Geddes claims the APR has spent $11 the sale or purchase of property, but the ing my years as chairman of the House Agri- business court system and tax structure caus- million locally in recent years, but property purchasers would have to cultural Committee when we needed a strong ing the economy to rely primarily on agricul- it must be pointed out that was be individuals, LLCs, or corpora- lobbying effort by agriculture to correct mis- ture for its general tax, government, and tax-free money resulting in work- tions, resulting in payment of nor- information and pass legislation like this bill. school revenue. For more than a century the ing people being taxed to pay the mal taxes like the ranchers they are Grass roots agriculture groups need to attend state also benefited from natural resource deficit in our government income. displacing. committee hearings to counter opponents. economic and tax base, but the Democrat/ It also does not replace the mil- However, the environmentalist Consequently, Rep. Bartel’s legislation to liberal political agenda has methodically lions of lost agricultural dollars and radical left-wing supporters of plug this “tax loop hole” which is causing the closed and destroyed timber, mining and oil replaced by this “wilderness proj- groups like APR descended on the loss of millions of dollars of tax base and rev- industry, with only agriculture as the primary ect” which will eventually be House Agricultural Committee, uti- enue, was tabled by a confused Agricultural base for this rural state’s economy. turned over to the government to lizing the best lobbyists money Committee. Now “tax shelters like the American Prai- manage after the “non-profit” rais- could buy, including two of Hele- rie Reserve” have invaded Montana with miles millions of dollars. na’s most influential to flood the Sen. Ed Butcher (Ret) is a Central Montana lions of dollars that avoid federal and state Rep. Bartel sponsored HB 677 Committee with misinformation rancher/businessman who served for 10 years income taxes by utilizing a “Tax Loop Hole” put forth by the agricultural com- Ed Butcher and political pressure. in the Montana Senate and House, serving on 501(c)3 charitable tax exemption to purchase munity to restrict groups from Agriculture is Montana’s number the Taxation and Education committees, as well and control millions of acres of agricultural using the tax-free 501(c)3 charity one economic base, but the princi- as chairman of the House Agricultural Commit- land. The issues were well discussed by Rep. tax exemption, such as the APR does to pur- pal organizations (Stockgrowers and Farm tee.

Legislative update By WYLIE GALT Montana budget. It adequately funds state integrity. trade partner with Montana and they pur- government and gives Governor Gianforte We passed a bill from the Chairman of chase a large percentage of our agriculture This week, the House passed our main the tools that he needs to continue finding the House Education Committee which will exports. I was able to meet with the Taiwan budget bill (House Bill 2) to fund state gov- efficiencies in state agencies. expand education options for delegation in Helena to promote ernment for the next two years. It will now A leadership priority bill passed this Montana families. House Bill 279 even greater trade between our go to the Senate for further consideration. week to strengthen election security. Senate increases the maximum tax credit producers for the mutual benefit As it stands, it is one of the most responsi- Bill 169 is a voter ID bill that ensures ballots for Montana’s K-12 scholarship of our citizens. ble state budgets that we have seen in are being legally cast by the person whose programs, creating more scholar- Next week we’ll be voting on recent history and comes in well below the name is on the ballot. This is one of several ships for families to be able to House Bill 632 to allocate the lat- maximum threshold that conservative elections bills that will make our state one access educational services that est round of federal COVID relief think-tanks have set for a conservative of the strongest in the nation for election fit the individual needs of their funds. While I think it was fiscally child. This bill will primarily ben- irresponsible for Congress to take efit low and middle-income fami- out more debt to fund this, if 2020 lies seeking additional choices in Montana doesn’t accept our por- education whether it’s public or tion it will just go to another state A Yellowstone Newspaper (USPS 311-120) private. that is willing to take it like Cali- A Resolution that I sponsored fornia. Republicans are committed (Senate Joint Resolution 9) unan- Wylie Galt to using the funds for critical Office Hours Want to place a display ad? imously passed the House this The Lewistown News-Argus is a twice-weekly community To place a display ad in the paper, call our advertising depart- infrastructure such as water, sew- newspaper that has been serving Central Montana since ment at 535-3401, email [email protected], or week. The Resolution reaffirms the friend- age, and broadband. 1883. fax to 535-3405. 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Vallincourt to complete the arduous court had to submit two written process. Currently, Vallincourt will commentaries, in which she Vallincourt receive a stipend of up to $2,000 described, analyzed and reflected Achieving National Board certification from the state of Montana and a on her teachings and interactions. << $1,000 stipend that was negotiated The video and the written commen- According to the National Board for Professional Teaching Stan- From Front Page into the last Lewistown Education taries demonstrated how Vallin- dards, the Board was founded as a not-for-profit professional organi- Association contract with the Lew- court engaged her students and zation and is governed by practicing teachers and their advocates. The A teacher must register for the istown School Board. impacted their learning. first teachers earned Board certification in 1994. Now over the last 30 NBC and must meet several prereq- “For each of the classroom-based Now that Vallincourt has com- years, the National Board has advanced the teaching profession by uisites to begin the certification. A portfolio entries, of which there are pleted her national certification, she establishing and maintaining the definitive standards of accom- teacher must complete three years three, I assessed student needs in cannot just sit back and relax. All plished teaching and certifying more than 125,000 teachers across the of successful teaching in one or the portfolio area and developed, teachers have to obtain so many country against the rigorous standards. more early childhood, elementary, implemented, and measured the credit hours every five years to Today, the National Board Certification remains the same as when middle or secondary schools before effectiveness of a development maintain their teaching certifica- the first teachers gained certification in 1994 – performance-based and they are eligible to begin the rigors strategy to meet those needs,” Val- tion. The National Board has revised peer-reviewed. of becoming nationally certified. lincourt said about completing her its policy for maintaining certifica- The NBC process is designed to collect standards-based evidence of There is a $75 nonrefundable fee to classroom-based portfolio entries. tion. accomplished practice. In all 25 certificate areas, candidates for register for the program. There is Student work samples collected According to the National Board National Board Certification must complete four components: then a $475 payment for each com- by Vallincourt demonstrated the for Professional Teaching Standards Component 1: Content Knowledge ponent. It does not matter the order students’ growth over time and web-site: “A process is currently In this computer-based assessment, candidates demonstrate in which a teacher completes each included a written commentary that being designed that will allow a knowledge of and pedagogical practices for teaching their content component. analyzed her instructional choices. NBCT to extend certification in five area. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of developmentally “I completed the content knowl- “One of the experiences that I year increments. The process is appropriate content, which is necessary for teaching across the full- edge component last though it’s found most beneficial to my own being designed to ensure that Board age range and ability level of the chosen certificate area. technically the first component,” growth was videotaping my facilita- certified teachers are continuing to Component 2: Differentiation in Instruction said Vallincourt. tion of small-groups, a required grow professionally, while main- This classroom-based portfolio entry is primarily composed of component of portfolio three. I real- taining a strong impact on student samples of student work and accompanying written commentary. Vallincourt began NBC ized that although I perceived facili- learning.” Candidates will submit selected work samples that demonstrate the after completing her tation to be one of my strengths, Vallincourt is encouraging other students’ growth over time and a written commentary that analyzes Master’s Degree there were definitely areas in which teachers to work on their board cer- the candidate’s instructional choices. I could improve,” Vallincourt said. tification. She said the stipends one Component 3: Teaching Practice and Learning Environment “I was credentialed in California, This is a classroom-based portfolio entry that requires video and in California, National Board “I was stepping in too quickly and receives after completing the certifi- too often when it would have been cation are an added benefit of recordings of interactions between candidates and their students. Two Certification is the next develop- written commentaries, in which the candidate describes, analyzes and ment step for a teacher after she more beneficial to let the students obtaining the certification. work through it on their own. “It is an opportunity for teachers reflects on their teaching and interactions will also be submitted. Both completes her master’s program. I the videos and the written commentaries should demonstrate how always knew I was going to pursue “Michelle Trafton, the high to hone their skills and positively school’s Library Media Specialist, impact student learning,” Vallin- candidates engage students and impact their learning. National Board Certification; it was Component 4: Effective and Reflective Practitioner just a matter of when,” said Vallin- worked tireless in helping me to court said in response to a question capture film that would effectively about how to get other teachers to This portfolio entry requires candidates to gather information from court, who is in her ninth year of a variety of sources about a class of students with whom they work teaching in Lewistown. demonstrate all of the requirements become nationally certified. “This of portfolio three. In addition, eight was the most meaningful profes- and demonstrate their knowledge of assessments and assessment Vallincourt came to Montana practices to effectively plan for and positively impact student learning. from California when she married or nine of my colleagues at FHS ana- sional development I have ever lyzed the final video clip and gave done, over and above the comple- The portfolio will also require candidates to provide evidence of col- her husband, Noah. Noah and Jessi- laboration with families, community, and colleagues and the candi- ca have a 4-year old girl named me valuable feedback. They say it tion of my master’s program.” takes a village to educate a child. “There were times I really want- date’s contributions to learning communities to advance student Noelle and an 8-month old boy growth. named Beckett. Well, it certainly takes a village to ed to give up, but I am so glad I A stipend by the state and now produce a nationally certified teach- stuck with it,” added Vallincourt. “I er. NBC is not something a teacher urge all teachers to try to work to Information from the National Board of Professional Teaching by the Lewistown School District Standards website. were further encouragements for can achieve in isolation.” gain national certification. It is well In addition to the video, Vallin- worth your time and effort.”

worth the wait. But, Campbell’s customers, who are mostly The most popular fixes are new sheepskin or “It is the foundation,” said Campbell. “It’s cowboys and ranchers, know they’re getting a repairs after big wrecks, but Campbell said he’ll Saddlery like building a house – you gotta have a good good product that will hold its value. “fix anything.” foundation.” “The saddle market’s dropped off in the past “If the repair exceeds the value, I’ll let them Each tree is fit for the rider, along with the few years, but top known brands, you can still know,” he added. << From Front Page stirrups, horn and other specs that will make get pretty much what you paid for it,” Campbell When this happens, Campbell will suggest the saddle comfortable. explained about valuing used saddles. building a new or duplicate saddle, something Last spring, he moved his shop to 113 East “A good custom saddle, you should be able Other factors saddle makers will look at he also encourages for some of the old saddles Main Street. to get off and walk and not look 80 when you’re include the quality of the leather, the tree, the that come through his shop. “We were welcomed with open arms,” said 30,” explained Campbell. horn style and the cantle style. “I’ll say ‘Okay, so let’s duplicate it.’ I can Campbell. And that quality takes time. “Low cantles are worth less,” said Campbell. make the same saddle, but make it to fit a mod- Lewistown’s last saddle maker closed shop “To do it and do it right takes about 50 “They were built around the 1960s and you see ern horse today,” he added. nearly two years prior, making the closest hours,” said Campbell. it a lot in John Wayne movies like McLintock.” These saddles often date back to the 1800s. saddle shops in Billings or Great Falls. That figure seems intense until one sees It’s not uncommon for saddles to go out of “You could still cinch it on a horse and ride So far, the move is panning out. Campbell is Campbell at work in his shop carefully cutting style, and the stamped or tooled design on the it today,” said Campbell. “They’ll last 200 years.” currently booked out one year on saddles and and molding pieces to fit the customized tree. saddle is often just as important in determining Many of the tools Campbell uses have seen 25 weeks on smaller orders, such as tack gear When he rebuilt his first saddle at 17, it took him value too. more than one shop as well. and holsters, which are also popular items. 120 hours. “Styles in saddles go out like clothing,” said “Everything I do here is with tools used 100 “Stuff that people want one of kind,” said “I guess you could say there’s no finish line Campbell. years ago,” said Campbell. “These are custom Campbell. “And stuff that you can’t get any- to perfection,” Campbell noted as he leaned All of Campbell’s designs he tools freehand tools made by guys who were saddle makers where else because nobody else will make it.” over to fit leather to the saddle’s cantle. when the leather is already on the saddle. before me.” The backlog on saddles is mostly because of Perfection can also be spendy, with custom “Otherwise it would be crooked,” said The old saddles and tools in Campbell’s shop the trees, or the base of the saddle, which is saddles costing thousands of dollars. Campbell. are all symbols reminiscent of the Wild West made of wood and rawhide or fiberglass. “Leather never comes down in price, sheep- Many customers come in for saddle repairs and a trade he carries on today. They’re often the most expensive piece of the skin never comes down, hardware never comes as well. “It’s an art that’s still living on old tradi- saddle and can take months to get from the down,” said Campbell. “To get good materials, “I fix more saddles than I make,” said tions,” said Campbell. “We’re just continuing to tree makers in Wyoming and Utah. But, it’s it’s hard.” Campbell. get better at the trade.”

tana State Library made this oppor- Another update is the recent tion as summer approaches, will keep our eyes towards the future tunity available through a grant pro- notification of a secured History continue to work with the board and are always looking on ways to Buehler cess and we took advantage of that. Foundation grant for the Library to during the hiring process for a new keep our services valuable and to We saw a need in our community for resurface and repair the original director. meet the needs of our community a digital connection and this is how Croatian stonework at the Main “It has been my pleasure to serve with books, DVDs, CDs, as well as, << From Front Page we sought to fill that need.” Street entrance. The library is also the community. I look forward to digital materials with MTLibrary- Two-term library board member excited to offer a summer reading continuing to work with the library 2Go.” Those services included portable Cathy Moser said of Buehler and the program for the children of Central and am forever grateful I was able to Library Board Chair Mary Frieze Wi-Fi hot spots (like portable con- updates, “We, meaning the board, Montana. The 2021 “Tails and Tales,” be a part of this. I want to thank the said, “Dani has been a wonderful nections to the internet), utilized by especially commend Dani for her will offer fun reading and children board and the community for their director. She is energetic and plans the schools and reserved for stu- steady leadership and inventive who participate will receive a gift support and guidance. I am grateful ahead, bringing some innovative dents until the end of the school thinking and planning during the book. for the opportunities provided and programs for the patrons. Dani has year, and two laptops available for COVID pandemic. Her progressive Buehler said, “Due to staffing will be working part-time through worked well with the city and coun- in-library use or check out. thinking has shaped plans for a constraints we will just be doing the summer to offer guidance ty government while navigating the She said, “Those two services major upgrade of the library’s com- kids and not adults this summer.” through the budget process,” said library through the COVID pandem- came about because of the intense puter networking system that was Buehler, who will be stepping Buehler. ic. She is dynamic and I’m sorry she need for digital services. The Mon- woefully in need of updating.” away from the library director posi- She added, “We would like to is not going to be director.” News Briefs

This session will be on Monday, April 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. ble; contact Carly Wheatley at 535-2591 to request the link. Weed District board The webinars are offered at no charge, but registration is Items on the agenda include a presentation on advertising in to review budget tonight required. To register, click here or call the free Alzheimer’s Asso- “Montana Quarterly,” a presentation by the Nature Tourism com- ciation Helpline at 800-272-3900. To learn more about Alzheim- mittee, marketing manager’s report, report on targeted leads The Fergus County Weed District board meets today, Wednes- er’s Association programs and services, go to www.alz.org. program, votes on requests for absence, marketing projects and day, April 7 at 5 p.m. at the Weed District office on Airport Road. new business. The meeting is open to the public. Items on the agenda include weed grants and the program budget. The meeting is open to the public. American Legion Auxiliary Fibre Guild sews quilt tops Thursday Unit # 9 meets Monday The Central Montana Fibre Guild meets Thursday, April 8 at Moose awards dinner is April 10 American Legion Auxiliary Unit # 9 will have its next meeting 6:30 p.m. at Celebration Church. There is a dinner beforehand at on Monday, April 12 at the Hobson Library at 1:30 p.m. Please Little Big Men Pizza. The program for the Thursday meeting is a Moose members receiving awards will be honored at a dinner working meeting sewing quilt tops; see the Guild newsletter for at the Moose Lodge on April 10 at 6 p.m. remember to bring your tabbies and annual reports. There will be election of officers. Irene Welch will be hostess. details. For more information, contact Connie Chow at (704) 999- Recipients may bring their family and friends. For more infor- 9938. mation please call one of the Officers. Tourism Business Improvement District Airport Board to discuss sublease contracts, board to hear reports on marketing new DNRC building The Lewistown Tourism Business Improvement District board meets Tuesday, April 13 at 11 a.m. at the offices of Snowy Mountain The Lewistown Public Airport board meets today, Wednesday, Development Corp., 507 W. Main. Attendance by Zoom is possi- April 7 at 3 p.m. at the airport terminal in the meeting room. Items on the agenda include the Airport Managers report, Airport Engineer’s report, wind damage claim update, OPI lease, BLM contract discussion, veteran memorial, discussion of contract The boys from Twin Hills Colony wording for subleases, FBO sign, FAA powerline project, sewer will be at the Yogo Inn Parking Lot Fergus County Courthouse line discussion, and DNRC new building. The meeting can be attended in person or via Zoom. Contact airport for meeting ID Construction Advisory and passcode information: 535-3264. Friday, April 9th Benchmark Masonry, Inc. in cooperation with Fergus Zucchini Bread, Half County will soon begin construction on the sidewalks Alzheimer’s disease help available free Turkeys, Chickens, around the courthouse property. The project is set to begin April 7, 2021 and continue through April 16, 2021. A series of live webinars for those dealing with Alzheimer’s Peas, Potatoes, disease is offered at no charge during the month of April. Carrots, Onions, Visitors to the courthouse are requested to use the The first is Living with Alzheimer’s: for Care Partners – Early Main street entrance only, as work performed will Stage – Part 1. In the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, families Saurkraut, Eggs, include the east and west entrances of the courthouse. face new questions as they adjust. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are avail- Baked Goods, Benchmark Masonry, Inc. is dedicated to the safety able to help? This three-part program provides practical answers Canned Goods & More of the public and its employees. We ask that visitors be to the questions that arise in the early stage. cautious and avoid all work zones while construction Hear from those directly affected and learn what you can do to Get ready for Spring! is in progress. . cope with the changes that come with an early-stage diagnosis.

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Obituaries

August Steve Otto Teaching about ag August Steve Otto, 86, of Lewistown, died Friday evening at his home of natural causes, surrounded by family. He was born April 14, 1934 in Beltrami County, Minnesota, the son of Steve and Natalia (Meger) Otto. He received his schooling in country schools in northern Minnesota. On Dec. 4, 1955 he was united in marriage to Ruth I. Lamb in Williams, Minnesota. In 1956 they moved to Montana, and he worked as a trapper and contractor in several places. He operated the Virgelle Ferry for 18 years, and they then lived and operated a ranch near Grass Range until 2010, when they moved into Lewistown. August enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, trapping, woodworking and spending time with his family teaching the values of life and hard work. He was a member of the Montana Trappers Association. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Ruth of Lewistown; children Pam (Danny) Walter of Shep- herd, Montana, Beverly Terry of Virgelle, Montana, Duane (Annie) Otto of Lewistown, Louise (Pat) Gallagher of Molt, Montana, Mary (Chris) Baxter of Pollock Pines, California, Verna (Dan) Hughes of Lewistown, and Bill (Valerie) Otto of Belgrade, Montana; siblings David (Neislena) Otto of Havre, Bertha Alfaters of Havre, and Jane (James) Dosvh in North Dakota; 16 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Vivian, his parents, three brothers and two sisters. Graveside Services for August S. Otto will be Thursday, April 8 at 11:30 a.m. in Mount Calvary Cemetery. The Cloyd Funeral Home is assisting the family. Members of the Montana Farm Bureau Federation partnered with the Geyser School and MSU Exten- Friends are asked to make memorials to the Montana sion to provide Geyser students with hands-on learning about agriculture. On the left is Mary Hill of Trappers Association or to the charity of their choice and Raynesford, who raises Gelbvieh cattle and quarter horses. She is also vice president of the Judith Basin they may be left with the Cloyd Funeral Home. Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.cloydfuneral- County Farm Bureau. Next to Hill is Laura Nelson, an agriculture photo journalist contracting with home.com. MFBF. Next is Domonique Woodham, a natural resources specialist with MSU Extension. On the right is Jeanne Rankin, an agriculture disaster and biosecurity specialist. Not shown is Katie Hatlelid, MSU Extension agent for Judith Basin County. Photo by Melody Montgomery Arod E. Moberly Arod E. Moberley, Jr., 86 of Lewistown died early Tuesday morning, March 30, 2021 at his home of natural causes. He was born Oct. 20, 1934 in Lewistown the son of Arod E. and Spring is here…follow the law and be safe Alice N. (Shoemaker) Moberley, Sr. He received his schooling in the Fish- As spring weather arrives, many peo- ation. However, some properties, such 1. Always point the muzzle of your burn School in Central Montana and ple are itching to get outside. That may as the Charles M. Russell National Wild- gun in a safe direction. Firearms should Fergus High School. On Dec. 8, 1952, he include looking for non-game animals, life Refuge, do not allow the discharge of always be pointed in a safe direction, entered the U.S. Army serving during fishing, hiking, shed hunting or bird firearms outside of hunting seasons and including when transported in a vehi- the Korean War and was stationed in watching. However, just like at any other have restrictions on nongame animals. cle. Germany. He received his honorable time of year, people are asked to follow Please check with the public land agen- 2. Always treat every gun as if it were discharge on Nov. 23, 1955 and returned the law, respect the land and be safe. cy you are using for a full list of regula- loaded. Never have a loaded firearm in a to Lewistown. He worked at the Fergus Where can you go? tions. vehicle. County Creamery until his marriage on 3. Always be sure of your target and May 29, 1958 to Jacqueline Delage in Private land Know where you are beyond. Whether you are on public or Lewistown. Hunters and anglers need permission There are many options to help private land, whenever you discharge a They made their home in Lewistown to hunt or fish on private land. Respect determine your location. Maps, cell firearm you should be fully aware of and he worked as a ranchhand for a for private land is a cornerstone of recre- phone apps and GPS units all let you your target and beyond. Look for live- local rancher, and later worked for Dan Morrison and Sons ating responsibly, so please ask for per- know where you are in relation to a par- stock and other animals, houses, out- Implement. He worked on the missile installation for one mission when looking to recreate on any ticular piece of property. buildings/structures, roads, vehicles year, then began working for Fergus County in the road private land. etc. that may be in the background of department and then at the Fairgrounds until his retirement This also applies to landowners your target. in 1990 after 27 years with Fergus County. Shooting from roads 4. Always keep your finger off the enrolled in Block Management. Block It is not legal to discharge a firearm He instilled the love of camping and the outdoors with his management contracts are developed trigger until ready to fire. Do not put family, enjoying the mountains and later purchasing a cabin from a public road, including any gravel your finger on or near the trigger until for hunting seasons and are only for road or dirt trail. This includes target where many family memories were created. He was a man of hunting-related activities. Be respectful you are ready to shoot, after knowing principle who taught his children the shooting or when hunting a game or your target and beyond. and ask for permission on these proper- nongame animal. value of honesty and a strong work ties when looking to access them. Enjoy the upcoming Montana spring ethic, while also sharing his dry sense of When shooting recreationally, always and its recreational opportunities; but humor (pull my finger). His other hob- adhere to the four main rules of firearm please do so by following all laws, regu- Public land safety: bies were fishing, hunting and wood Most public lands are open to recre- lations and safety precautions. working. His greatest legacy was the bond of family. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Jacqueline of Lewistown; children Mark (Rachel) of Great Falls, Donna (Steve) Paulson of Lewistown and Gordon (Lana) of Kalispell; one sister Elvira Strouf of Lewistown; 11 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and sev- MSU to host virtual talk about schizophrenia eral nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers and ontana State Uni- Recovery website at montana. start of his recovery and the "Brains are information one sister. versity’s Center for edu/cmhrr. beginning of the process of processing organs that are Graveside Memorial Services for Arod E. Moberley will be Mental Health Pick said his struggles with building back his life, he said. networks of cells that act like Saturday, May 29, 2021 at 2 p.m. in Central Montana Memo- Research and mental ill- P i c k , circuits to process informa- rial Gardens, cremation has taken place. The Cloyd Funeral M Recovery will host an online ness began along with tion from the environment, Home is assisting the family. talk Thursday, April 15, around the his mother, as well as memories and Friends are asked to make memorials to the Veterans focused on schizophrenia. age of 15, Jessie Close, emotions, that result in Memorial Park, Hospice of Central Montana or to the charity The talk is the fourth in when he and his aunt, behavior that arises from this of their choice and they may be left with the Cloyd Funeral the center’s “Experience and s t a r t e d the actress information," Vinogradov Home. Condolences for the family may be posted online at Science of Mental Illness” experienc- Glenn Close, said. www.cloydfuneralhome.com. series. It will feature Calen ing prob- are advo- She added that her work Pick, who will describe his lems with cates for is aimed at learning how to experience of living with a n x i e t y m e n t a l improve altered brain infor- mental illness, and Dr. Sophia that even- health and mation processing to help Vinogradov, chair of the tually led founders of with psychosis. In doing so, Department of Psychiatry and him into a B r i n g she hopes, in turn, to help Behavioral Sciences at the downward Change to individuals experience better University of Minnesota med- spiral. Several years later, he Mind, a nonprofit organiza- thinking and functioning ical school, who will discuss said, he began losing touch tion with a mission to end to skills. basic features of schizophre- with reality and was hospital- the stigma and discrimina- The event is co-sponsored nia and share some of her ized in Helena. He then went tion that surrounds mental by NAMI Montana, Bring research on brain information to the McClean Hospital, a illness. In addition to his work Change to Mind, the MSU processing networks. Harvard Medical School affili- with Bring Change to Mind, Office of the Vice President The event will be held ate, for two years, where he Pick is a self-taught artist. for Research, Economic online at 6:30 p.m. It is free ultimately was diagnosed Vinogradov’s research Development and Graduate and open to the public, and with schizoaffective disorder, focuses on networks that Education and the MSU Cen- continuing education credits a disorder characterized by change when an individual ter for Science, Technology, are available. For login infor- both psychosis and mood has illness characterized by Ethics and Society. For more mation, visit the Center for symptoms. Diagnosis and psychosis such as schizophre- information, visit montana. Mental Health Research and treatment at age 19 was the nia. edu/cmhrr.

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By KARI DENISON by expanding their resources and continuing to meet the needs of their patrons. Libraries across the country are mak- his week, the Lewistown Public Library encourages all ing a difference in people’s lives by providing electronic community members to visit their website to explore learning resources like Wi-Fi access for students who may and access virtual services and programs. The Lewis- lack internet access at home. The Lewistown Public Library is Ttown Public Library offers a wide array supporting the community with virtual ser- of online resources that are available from the vices such as weekly youth programming comfort of home, including card catalog Alphabet Fridays and Magical Middles Story access, librarian connect, Montana Memory Hour and In the Stacks podcast. Project, Polk Directory, Montana Library2Go, This National Library Week, the public and patron account management. can show their appreciation and support for April 4-10, 2021 is National Library Week, a libraries by visiting their library’s website, time to highlight the essential role libraries, following them on social media and using librarians and library workers play in transforming lives and the hashtag #NationalLibraryWeek. strengthening communities. The theme for this year’s Nation- First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is a national Library Week is “Welcome to your library,” which promotes al observance sponsored by the American Library Associa- the idea that libraries extend far beyond the four walls of a tion and libraries of all types across the country each April. building and that everyone is welcome to use their services. For more information, visit the library’s website at lewis- Whether people visit virtually or in person, libraries are townlibrary.org, like us on our Facebook page at lewistown- accessible and inclusive places that foster a sense of belong- montanapubliclibrary or follow us on Instagram at LPLgram. ing and community through learning, discovery and explora- The Lewistown Public Library provides free and equal tion. access to quality materials and services which fulfill the edu- During these challenging times, libraries of all types have cational, informational, cultural and recreational needs of the been going above and beyond to adapt to our changing world entire community. Hours of operation are Tuesday – Friday 9 In the Stacks #8 is all about trying to convince you a.m. – 6 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Online services that yes, you do in fact like poetry. are available 24/7. Visit us at 701 West Main Street or call 538- Photo courtesy of Lewistown Library 5212 for more information. in our collection, staff can request to borrow that item from In the Stacks #8 another library for patron checkout. Inquire at the front April is National Poetry Month, and in this episode of In desk about the details of this amazing service. the Stacks we are going to convince you that yes, you do in fact like poetry. Dani and Brittney discuss what poetry is and Board of Directors can be, and analyze several of their favorite poems, both new The Library Board will meet on Thursday, April 15 at 1:30 and old. Which poem makes Dani cry? How many times can pm. Meetings are open to the public. Brittney use the word “visceral” to describe poetry? Listen and find out. Engage at lewistownlibrary.org or subscribe on Special Library hours Spotify, Google Podcasts or RadioPublic. The library will close at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 15, and close Friday, April 16 for staff to attend the Montana Library New Fiction Association conference. It will be open for regular hours 10 “The Russian” by James Patterson; “The Empire of Gold” a.m.- 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 17. Hours and programming by S.A. Chakraborty; “The Lost Apothecary” by Sarah Penner; are available at lewistownlibrary.org on the Library website. “Mystery of Mrs. Christie” by Marie Benedict; “Truths I Never Regular hours are Tuesday – Friday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sat- Told You” by Kelly Rimmer; “Dark Sky” by C.J. Box; “The urday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Follow us on the Library Facebook Four Winds” by Kristin Hannah; “The Bangtail Ghost” by page @lewistownmontanapubliclibrary or @lplgram on Ins- Keith McCafferty; “Triple Chocolate Cheesecake Murder” by tagram. Call 538-5212 or email lewistownpubliclibrary@ Joanne Fluke; “The Witch’s Heart” by Genevieve Gornichec gmail.com for questions. The card catalog may be viewed at and “Missing and Endangered” by J.A. Jance. www.lewistownlibrary.org, as well as the Montana Memory Project and Montana Library2Go to access the downloadable Interlibrary Loan audio books and eBooks. Current health and safety rules are ILL service borrows library items from other libraries at a in place for the health and safety of the staff, patrons and patron’s request. If a patron is unable to find a desired item neighbors. Hobson-Utica News Hobson easter egg hunt

Nice weather greeted all the sible for this display were Alli- kids for the annual Easter Egg son Werthheimer, Dakota Irene Hunt in Hobson on Saturday, Auck, Riley Obert, Rebecca Welch April 3. Lynn, Samantha Wichman, There were plastic eggs visi- Leon Aminking, Thomas Correspondent ble over a very large area on Horan, Cooper Wichman, (406) the Hobson Library and the Hunter Wichman and Manana 423-5517 Masonic Lodge lawns. Respon- Aminking.

Children race each other to find the eggs at the Hobson Easter egg hunt on Sat- urday. Photo courtesy of Irene Welch

Pinochle winners for this week

The results of the pinochle tournament show the following winners: 1) Irene Hrubes; held Wednesday at the Legion Bar in Roy 2) Dave Kalina; and 3) Jacob Lolli.

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WEDNESDAY, LEWISTOWN APRIL 7, 2021 NEWS-ARGUS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT PAGE 9 HAVE A SUGGESTION, NEWS ITEM OR CONCERN? CONTACT THE NEWS-ARGUS AT 406-535-3401 OR [email protected] LEWISTOWNNEWS.COM Lewistown Chamber announces the 2021 Chokecherry Logo winners

By CHARLIE DENISON he results are in. After going through many entries in both the youth Tand adult categories, the Chokecherry Logo Committee has selected the winners for the 2021 Chokecherry Festival logo contest. “We had many excellent entries this year. The committee truly had their work cut out for them,” said Chamber Director Jo McCauley. “Central Montana is full of talented artists. We had watercolors, needle- point, graphic design and detailed colored pencil works.” Linda Blakemore of Roy is the winner of the adult division for her stained glass window style design. Jaden Martin of Lewistown won the youth category for her scenic depiction of the local mountains. “We are thankful for everyone who submitted artwork,” McCauley said, “and so lucky to have such a pool of talent to draw on every year. Jaden Martin won the youth category in the Chamber’s Choke- And, fortunately, the Lewistown Art Linda Blakemore’s stained glass logo design won first place in cherry logo contest. the Chamber’s Chokecherry logo contest. Center has generously offered to Photos courtesy of Lewistown Area Chamber of Commerce display the logo entries to showcase our local chokecherry artists.” cherry Festival enthusiasts to keep Charlie Denison is the Charlie Rus- As winners, Blakemore and Mar- acknowledged in print and on sev- of Chokecherry Festival history,” checking the Chamber Facebook sell Chew Choo Train Coordinator at tin will receive free merchandise eral social medial platforms. added McCauley. and Instagram sites to see when the Lewistown Area Chamber of Com- featuring their logo and will be “They will also forever be a part McCauley encourages Choke- 2021 merchandise will be available. merce. Montana artist tapped for Entertain family and friends with style and quality Montana Cowboy Poetry poster you’ll love… for less!

Again this year, the official poster for of Schmit’s card designs. In 2021, Schmidt COME IN TO SUS FURNITURE - the 36th Montana Cowboy Poetry Gath- will launch a new Moda Fabrics line. ering and Western Music Rendezvous, The 36th Gathering, just one year THE SMART PLACE TO SHOP! Aug. 12-15, will be created by the gifted younger than the National Cowboy Poet- multi-media creativity of award-winning ry Gathering in Elko, Nevada, this year Montana artist, Shari Jenkins Schmit. stars iconic cowboy poet, songster and For years, Schmit has faithfully col- story-teller, Red Steagall. Red Steagall lected historical snippets, artifacts, but- will perform Saturday, Aug. 14 at the tons, pamphlets, maps and most often Grand Stage Show at the Gathering in vintage photographs. the Fergus Center for the Performing “History is fascinating. It’s so worth Arts. preserving,” said Schmit, who honed her The show will also feature the wit and unique approach to historic preservation humor of Sareena Murnane of Choteau via her distinctive, multi-media art. (probably the youngest performer at this Schmit’s ranching family is originally year’s Gathering). Also on the marquee from Central Montana. Her success as a is the very Western, very charming, Carr designer of greeting cards started with Family Cowboy Band from Townsend, Bookmark Card. In 2014, Bookmark Card Nebraska. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. was purchased by Leanin’ Tree Cards. In Tickets are available at the Lewistown 2019, Leanin’ Tree sold over one million Art Center, 535-8278 or 538-4575. Shari Jenkins Schmit 2021 Montana Junior Duck Stamp Program contest results Student art entries for the lands are like the moon in efforts of all that make this mentors for their support, 2021 Montana State Junior the night sky. Without wet- program a success. encouragement, and mentor- 515 W. Main • Lewistown, MT Duck Stamp Contest from land conservation, we would The Refuge would like to ing of their students. across Montana were judged be missing something spe- congratulate and thank all of at Lee Metcalf National Wild- cial” by Lily Agin of Stevens- the artists for the research, life Refuge in Stevensville. ville. Awards will be mailed time, effort, and talent put The Junior Duck Stamp or delivered to students in into their entries and we Program is a dynamic arts April. The Refuge congratu- thank all of the parents, and science curriculum lates and appreciates the teachers, administrators, and designed to teach youth about waterfowl and the habitat that they depend on. In addition to an original art entry, each student is encouraged to create a conservation Community message that explains what they have learned about wetlands, conservation, water- Calendar fowl, and wildlife. The artwork and conservation message are considered a visual “term paper” of what stu- Monday, April 5 dents have learned about • Central Montana Chapter Backcountry Horsemen waterfowl and wetlands. meeting, Sheriff’s Complex, 6:30 p.m. Twenty-seven native spe- • American Red Cross Blood Drive, First Christian Church, cies of North American 11 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Call for appointment, 868-0911 or go waterfowl were depicted to: redcrossblood.org, sponsor code: lewistown. across the 51 entries. A panel of judges selected the entry • Big Spring Creek Watershed Council meeting, of Jackson Hall of Eureka as Lewistown Civic Center, 3 p.m. the “Best of Show.” Hall’s oil painting depicts an adult Wednesday, April 7 male redhead duck in its nat- • Bingo at the Yogo, 6 p.m. ural habitat. • Yoga in the Loft, Central Feed Grilling upstairs, 6 p.m Also vying for the “Best of • Airport Board meeting, 3 p.m. at LWT terminal meeting Show” were Caleb Pernstein- room. er’s pastel depiction of a • Weed District Board meeting, 5 p.m. at Weed District male green winged teal, office Bryson Traina’s acrylic depiction of an adult male Bar- Thursday, April 8 row’s Goldeneye, Hunter Reynolds’ acrylic depiction • Teen Writers Group, Lewistown Library, 3:45 p.m. of an emperor goose and Alexandria Meester’s oil and Friday, April 9 acrylic depiction of an adult • Not Friday Night Magic, DBR Cards and Collectibles, male hooded merganser. 618 W. Main, 6:30 p.m. Hall’s entry has been for- • Live music with Kenny Feilder, Judith Mountain Lodge, warded for further competi- 7:30 p.m. tion against the 49 other Best • Game Night at the American Legion Club, 8 p.m. of Show entries from each state. One of the 50 Best of Saturday, April 10 Show entries will be selected • Board Game Night, DBR Cards and Collectibles, 618 W. as the National Junior Duck Main, 7 p.m. Stamp Program winner, offi- • Moose Awards Dinner, Moose members receiving cially printed as a stamp rep- awards will be honored at a dinner at the Moose Lodge, resenting the Junior Duck Stamp Program. The judging 6 p.m. for the 2021 National Junior Duck Stamp contest will If there is an event you would begin on April 16. The conservation message like to have listed in the weekly calendar, that was selected to repre- email to:[email protected]. sent Montana is, “Our wet-

. PAGE 10LEWISTOWN NEWS-ARGUS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2021 FWP reminds ag producers, homeowners to be bear aware he sighting of an adult female grizzly bear with young this week near Choteau is a good reminder for the public that bears are out and active. But it’s not just hikers, Tanglers and other outdoor recreationists who need to take bear safety seriously. Homeowners, farmers, ranchers, and anyone working outdoors needs to be bear aware and understand the potential for an encounter exists. “Although late March is fairly early for a sow with cubs to leave the den, it illustrates how important it is for everyone to be prepared to encounter a bear,” said Chad White, bear management specialist with Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks in Choteau. “Winter-killed big game provides an important food source for bears in early spring, and livestock carcasses are a major attractant as well. Any unsecured food source, whether it’s pet food outdoors, a bird feeder loaded with seed, a home garbage container, or even spilled grain can draw in a bear, so to reduce the odds of that happening it’s important to remove or secure those attractants before the bears are out moving around this spring.” It’s especially critical for people to make sure any potential attractants are located well away from human dwellings or activity and do not remain within a travel corridor or brushy cover that is likely to be used by bears. The sow and cubs near Choteau demonstrate the importance of getting attractants secured or eliminated now, because the bears are already leaving their dens. FWP is working actively with communities and agriculture producers to address problems and avoid bear conflicts. To report a sighting, conflict, or for assistance securing attractants, contact bear management specialists Chad White at 788- 4755 or Wesley Sarmento at 450-1097. For information on living, working, and recreating in Mon- tana’s bear country, visit the FWP Bear Aware website at fwp. mt.gov/conservation/species/bear/bear-aware.

AG Knudsen announces temporary relief to help student drivers Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced a temporary relief program to clear a driver education backlog and help Montanans who are 15-years old get their learner’s permit and eventually a driver’s license in a timely fashion, sav- ing their families money in the process. Students can begin scheduling appointments April 2 to start the process by taking the written exam. There are an estimated 22,000 Montana students waiting to enroll so they can obtain their learner’s permit. Govern- ment COVID-19 closures and restrictions exacerbated the existing backlog caused by a shortage of driving instructors. When courses are available, they cost families hundreds of dollars. As a result, Montanans have faced hardship in obtaining credentials needed to drive. “Thousands of young Mon- tanans haven’t been able to get their learner’s permit because of lockdown measures and an ongoing instructor shortage in schools. Too many families are having to wait for more than a year until their son or daughter can get into a drivers ed class,” Knudsen said. “We’re getting bureaucracy out of the way so Montana teenagers can get back on track, start learning to drive safely, and save their families money.” Under the status quo, students who are not able to enroll in a driver’s education course must wait until they are 16 before they can receive a learner’s permit and begin the process of obtaining their driver’s license. Under new Department of Justice guidance, the Motor Vehicle Division will allow Mon- tanans who are 15-years old to drive after passing the written exam, completing 50 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction with a parent or other responsible adult, and passing the driving skills test. All testing and behind-the-wheel driving requirements remain the same under the new guidance. After a self-guided or parent- led study of the Montana Driver Manual, students can set an appointment online or over the phone to take the test at a local exam station. After passing the written test, they will receive a temporary learner’s permit. Students must then complete and log 50 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction with a parent or responsible adult, including 10 hours at night. After six months and completing the driving requirements, students take the driving skills test at an MVD location. If successful, a graduated license will be granted. Drivers with a graduated license are restricted from having more than one unrelated passenger under the age of 18 and from driving between the hours of 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. The Motor Vehicle Division set up a one-stop webpage that explains the new process for obtaining a learner’s permit and has learning resources for teens and parents: https:// dojmt.gov/driving/student- driver-relief-program/. .

. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2021LEWISTOWN NEWS-ARGUS PAGE 11 Art Center history: the engaging eighties In case you’ve missed it, Lyndia Browning;” art exhibits and workshops during Sue Smitman is co-authoring a series • November, “Selected Software, ‘80-‘81. Other supported programs of articles about the history of the 1971-Present” by Nancy Erickson; included the Arts Day Camp, making LAC. Each month, she looks through and masks in ‘77-‘78, the Mountain Bell the Art Center’s archives to illustrate • December, “Paintings by Carole Foundation grant for promotional a chapter of our 50 year history. Novotne.” expenses and a funded field trip to The final two artists, Nancy Erick- the Nutcracker in ‘89. The Art Center “How do you follow the Swingin son and Carole Novotne, have continues to rely on grants and dona- Seventies?” was the task set before become well-known in the following tions, fundraising and support of the them – the officers, employees, art- years, and have each exhibited at the membership as a whole to this day. ists and members of LAC within the last In 1981, two new committees, the Lewistown Art five years. Each year Auction and Performing Arts, were Center. Updates following, the offer- added to the administration roster. The exhibits From ings of the gallery at The annual meeting was set for Sep- scheduled for 1980 Mary the LAC continued to tember. While we’re examining early were: highlight the singular membership in next month’s article, • January, “The Baumstark uniqueness of each we’ll see the efforts of these commit- North American Director artist – and medium. tees and public participation play out Lewistown Indian” (photo- Art Center Not only were there through the ‘90s. graphs by Edward exhibits offered in the Sheriff Curtis, pho- ‘80s, but each month April in the Art Center tographer and had workshops and Don’t miss Rosanna Mecklen- anthropologist, 1886-1952. Curtis plays and something special to be burg’s incredible exhibition, “A quote: “I want to produce an irrefut- offered to the public for participa- Moment in Time,” featuring original able record of a race doomed to tion. oil paintings in the Wilkins Gallery extinction—to show this Indian as Saturday, Feb. 13, 1982 marked the this month. While the exhibition is he was in his normal, noble life so first annual Lewistown Art Center available for viewing and sale online people will know he was no Auction held at the Yogo Inn. The (visit www.CentralMTArt.com), we debauched vagabond but a man of program provided listed dinner absolutely recommend visiting this proud stature and noble heritage.” music provided by Jim Letellier, the show in person. Rosanna’s work is • February, “The Eye and The auctioneer was Monte Massar and textural and bright, dense yet selec- Hand in High Places” (works by Arne the Mistress of Ceremonies was tive, each piece illustrating our part Native American artist Clarence Cuts the Rope chats with Kvallen); Kathy Letellier, president, Board of of the world in a different and shift- Sharon Parrish in a photo published in the News-Argus during • March, “Eskimo Images” (prints Directors. There were 68 items to be ing light. An emerging artist living in the 1980s. Photo courtesy of the Lewistown Art Center and soapstone sculpture); auctioned, which included pieces of Lewistown, Rosanna began painting • April, “Art of the Western Fron- art works – pen and ink, watercolor, in earnest just a few years ago. This is being accepted from Montana Water- whole picture of creativity in Lewis- tier;” tempera, bronze sculpture, oil, pot- her first solo exhibition and will be color Society members. town at the openings on Friday, June • May, “Audubon Animals and tery, silkscreen, charcoal and pastel, on display until April 31. If you’re out In June, we invite our community 4. For more information about both Birds;” wood sculpture, stained glass, rose- of town or unable to attend, visit our to submit to the Hands on Montana exhibitions, visit our website. • June, Local children’s art; maling and acrylic. Minimum bids Facebook page for an interview with Community Exhibitions. For artists • July, Central Montana area art- ranged in price from $20 to $1,600, the artist and a video tour. 18 years of age and up, we are accept- The Lewistown Art Center pro- ists; and represented artists whose work In May, the Wilkins Gallery will ing submissions for WARP (the motes art, art education and art • August, “Four Montana Calligra- can still be found in Central Mon- host the Montana Watercolor Society show’s theme) until Friday, May 21. appreciation in Central Montana. Reg- phers;” tana. Miniature Exhibition. In less than 6” Youth artists can submit work to be ular hours are Tuesday – Saturday • September, “Contemporary The M.A.C. Grant approved in the per side, these tiny paintings pack a exhibited in the Hands on Montana from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. For information Native American Prints and Posters;” ‘70s was still being utilized into the punch and represent artists from Youth Art Exhibition, of any media call 535-8278. • October, “Watercolors by Mark 80s, with funding for presentation of across Montana. Entries are still or material. We want to see the OPI and MIC3 celebrate April as the month of the Military Child ffice of Public Instruction Superin- Military Kids” as a visible way to thank military children. In 2013, Montana’s Military Interstate Chil- tendent Elsie Arntzen and Brigadier youth for their strength and sacrifice. Because “We must remember that military families, dren's Compact Commission was adopted by General Hal Stearns, Montana Mili- purple represents joint service oper- especially kids, serve too,” said the Montana legislature with the purpose to Otary Interstate Children’s Compact ations and is a combination of Army Arntzen. “They often put on a remove barriers to educational success Commissioner, will “Purple Up! For Military green, Marine Corps red, and Coast ‘brave face’ through the hardships imposed on children of military families. The Kids” on April 16. Guard, Air Force, and Navy blue, it is and multiple moves. For this we MIC3 is a quasi-governmental entity operating The designation of April as the Month of the appropriate color for military honor them.” under the Interstate Compact on Educational the Military Child acknowledges the signifi- children from all branches. “There is no higher calling than Opportunity for Military Children. With cant role military-connected students play in Currently, Montana has 1,478 military service,” according to Gen- 50-member states and the District of Colum- our communities. school-age (5-18) military-connect- eral Stearns. “Those who give have bia, the Compact ensures the uniform treat- In 2011, the University of New Hampshire ed public-school students. In 2020 great rewards and make many sac- ment of military-connected children transfer- Cooperative Extension Military Youth and Montana had a total of 6,126 both Active Duty, rifices and families do as well. Purple Up recog- ring between states and enrolled in public and Family Program started the “Purple Up! for National Guard, and Army Reserve connected nition is a terrific way to say thank you.” U.S. Department of Defense schools.

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HAVE A SUGGESTION, NEWS ITEM OR CONCERN? CONTACT THE NEWS-ARGUS AT 406-535-3401 OR [email protected] LEWISTOWNNEWS.COM Laurel holds on to defeat a tough Fergus team Sports Calendar By MATTHEW STRISSEL Sports Editor (subject to change) fter gaining a seven- Friday, April 9 run lead in the first • FHS softball at home round two innings, the Lau- robin tournament vs. Hardin, Arel Locomotives held 1:30 p.m. and vs. Conrad, off a seventh-inning rally by 5:30 p.m. Fergus to defeat the Golden • FHS tennis at Havre Eagles, 8-6 on Friday, April 2. “We just started off too Saturday, April 10 slow,” said Fergus Head Coach Mike Mangold. “They had a • FHS track and field at home good game plan to come out meet in Lewistown, all day. swinging and maybe ‘guess- • FHS tennis at Havre ing’ the pitches, and Jess was • FHS softball at home round getting a bit too much of the robin tournament vs. Sidney, plate. After the second inning 1 p.m. and vs. Cut Bank, 5 she settled in and didn’t give p.m. up an earned run.” Laurel scored three runs in Tuesday, April 13 the first and four in the second to take an early 7-0 lead. • DGS track and field at Fort Fergus began to fight back in Benton Invite, all day. the bottom of the third, gaining two runs on a single by Madison Affolder and a home LEWISTOWN run by Jessica Morgan to bring them both home. Strong NEWS-ARGUS defense by both teams made for zero runs in the fourth Athlete of the Week and fifth innings. “Our defense had a couple of opportunities to shut down some runs and we made a couple of errors at crucial times to allow a run here and there,” Mangold said. “If we Riley Anderson (center) races toward first base after bunting the ball during the softball game against Laurel. make those few plays, we win Photos by Matthew Strissel the game in the end.” After giving up a run in the hit another home run with errors. Chelsea Jensen led the clutch a couple times and Mangold said. “We are happy top of the sixth, Fergus the two runners on to bring team in hits with three, fol- Chelsea and Anna have made with the results and the stra- answered in the bottom of the the score within two at 8-6. lowed by Anderson, Affolder, some good adjustments the tegic changes we made during sixth with Shelby Sannar hit- The Laurel pitcher stepped Morgan and Anna Gremaux last couple weeks and it is the course of the game, so we ting a double to center field, up and struck out two Fergus getting two hits each. paying off for them. Riley feel confident if we get the allowing Josie Dubbs to score players, adding a pop out to On offense, Morgan fin- Anderson got on base by good opportunity to play them at a run and keep the game short stop and the late Fergus ished the game with five RBIs bunts and that opens her State.” within five points. In the sev- rally fell just short of a come- and two home runs. As pitch- game up.” The Golden Eagles played enth and final inning, Fergus back. er, Morgan gave up eight runs Fergus fell to 1-1 on the Belgrade on Tuesday night Jessica Morgan only gave up a single hit and “I was proud of our team on 11 hits and threw 11 strike season, but Coach Mangold after press time. Their next got three quick outs to set up to keep clawing back and we outs through all seven said he is happy with his games will be a round robin Your CMMC Athlete of their end game push. still had some untimely innings. team’s performance through tournament in Lewistown the Week is Fergus High Riley Anderson singled on strikeouts that shut down “We did out-hit them and the game. this weekend. Fergus will play School senior softball play- a pop fly ball in the infield some good scoring chances.” half our lineup put consistent “Laurel is the team to beat Hardin and Conrad on Friday, er Jessica Morgan. and Affolder singled on a fly Fergus finished the game contact on the ball,” Mangold on this side of the state, as and Sidney and Cut Bank on Morgan has already ball to second base. Morgan with six runs, 12 hits and eight said. “Jess came through the they have a lot of experience,” Saturday. shown to be one of the top players in the state. Through the first two games of the season, she has hit a triple and two home runs with six RBIs. She has scored four runs on four hits from eight at- bats. Combining a strong bat with her pitching skills, Morgan is the go-to pitcher for the Golden Eagles. Morgan has pitched every inning so far this season. She has struck out 20 players and thrown strikes 66 percent of the time. She has given up just 16 hits on 256 pitches thrown. Look for Morgan to continue to be a dominating force on the softball field throughout the season. Sponsored by:

Hailey Welsh catches the ball at first base, trying to get the Laurel runner out.

Fergus senior Jessica Morgan pitches the ball to a batter during the first home softball game of the season on Friday night.

Shelby Sannar hits the ball during the game against Laurel.

PAG E 13WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7, 2021 LEWISTOWN NEWS-ARGUS PAGE 13WEDNESDAY, Spotlight onGrass Range Fifth grader keeps busy with sports, brothers and 4-H

By KATHERINE SEARS with and they keep me company,” Reporter she added. This summer, Aubree said she will ubree Britts is new to Grass attend at least one basketball camp Range School this year, but and hopes to spend more time with the fifth grader is enjoying her family as well. Athe recent change. She will also be working with her “It’s a good school, I kinda like rabbit, Freddy, for 4-H, where she everything about it,” said Britts. hopes to show him. Her 1 1/2 year- She particularly enjoys math class, old miniature rabbit is white with a subject she notes she is fairly good brown spots and black and brownish at. Aubree said she has also made ears. Though it’s a miniature, Aubree new friends since joining her 10 said it’s not too much smaller than a classmates in Grass Range and was normal rabbit. active in basketball and volleyball “It’s kind of like the size of a cot- this past school year. tontail,” she explained. “I’ve played basketball for five This will be her first year showing years, but this was my first year in in 4-H, and she also hopes to show volleyball,” said Aubree. some of her photographs, which she Although her favorite to play is takes with her mom’s old camera. basketball, she said she learned new “I take pictures of my animals and things and had fun in volleyball. nature,” said Aubree. When Aubree isn’t in school, she enjoys helping her dad and grandpa on the ranch with their dog, Ash, and playing outside with her three brothers – two younger and one older. “In the summertime, I snare gophers with my older brother at the Aubree Britts is enjoying her first ranch,” said Aubree. school year at Grass Range and Growing up with brothers is some- hopes to participate in 4-H this thing Aubree said she enjoys. summer. “It gives me somebody to play Photo courtesy of Grass Range School

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MFU is also pleased impose 100% transparency. If 10. Blister country Act of 1946. It would require that Senator Daines supports they are not going to do their 49. The Constitution 50% cash or spot trading with this bill demanding more job, MFU appreciates Senator State 11. Mental illness 59. Protein-rich liquids delivery of cattle within 14 transparency. Right now pack- Tester and Grassley stepping 51. Upset 12. Nose of an animal 61. Malaysian Isthmus days. ers give preferential treatment up to try to hold the packers 14. What students 65. Spielberg’s alien Currently, foreign owned to corporate feeders over fam- halfway accountable, thereby 52. 1991 men’s Wimbledon packers are contracting cattle ily-owned feedlots,” said Wal- improving the situation,” Sch- champ receive months out with secret formu- ter Schweitzer, president of weitzer said. 17. Semitic peoples las based on a cash price at Montana Farmers Union. 54. Central Chinese Last week’s answer: delivery to avoid the manda- Currently, there is less than Lyndsay Bruno is a spokes- province 20. Beats per minute tory price reporting require- 10% cash trade, which allows person for the Montana Farm- 21. Family of drugs ments. This violates the intent the packers to easily manipu- ers Union. 56. Predisposition 60. A notice of 23. Atrocious someone’s death 25. Type of microscope Mountain lion hunting closed in Hunting District 580 61. One-time Kentucky (abbr.) Rep. 26. __ or bust The hunting of all mountain lions in Parks officials received word that the pre- 27. Icelandic poems south-central Montana hunting district 580, established harvest quota for the district had 62. Swiss river which includes portions of Meagher, Park, been met. 63. Dried-up 29. A citizen of Pakistan Sweet Grass and Wheatland counties, closed For more information, visit FWP’s website 64. Finger millet 30. Very pale on Tuesday, April 6. at fwp.mt.gov/hunt/by-species, to check the 32. Metric linear unit The closure notice for the hunt came current quota status, or call the toll-free 65. __ Allan Poe shortly after Montana Fish, Wildlife and number at 1-800-385-7826. CENTRAL MONTANA CHURCH DIRECTORY THIS CHURCH DIRECTORY IS SPONSORED BY: Creel Funeral Home, Inc. • Cloyd Funeral Home

BAPTIST Holy Family Mission, Winifred First Christian Church LUTHERAN METHODIST Fr. Samuel Spiering, Pastor Pastor Jake Zauche Stanford Trinity Lutheran Church Bread of Life Sunday: Mass, 11:30 a.m. 103 12th Ave. South Denton Community Missionary Baptist Church (Missouri Synod) St. Aloysius’, Winnett Phone – 535-9001 United Methodist Church 900 Reynolds Street Rev. Mark Wiegert 323-1019 (Roundup) www.FCCLewistown.org Margee Smith Pastor Bill Sprouse Sunday: Sunday School 9:00 a.m.; Phone – 350-0898 350-1493 Phone – 535-3381 Mass (winter): 4:00 p.m., 1st & 3rd Sunday Morning Worship 10:15 a.m. Sunday: Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship Sunday: Worship & Sunday School , Sunday: Sunday School 10:00 a.m.; Saturday Mass (summer) 5:30 p.m., 1st & 3rd Saturday; Word & Communion 10 a.m. Wednesday: Meal at 5:30 p.m., ministry Service 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m.; Communion 1st Sunday of each Worship Service 11:15 a.m. for all ages, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: month. Wednesday: Prayer & Bible Study, 2nd & 4th Sunday Women’s Bible Class 10 a.m.; Youth Group 7 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Thursday: United Methodist Church Handicap accessible. St. Joseph Parish New Life Assembly Adult Bible Class 7 p.m. Pastor Brent Wepprecht 515 7th Ave. North KJV “The church where Jesus Christ is Immaculate Conception Mission, 512 W. Broadway Lewistown Lord and everybody is somebody.” P.O. Box 865 Winifred American Judith Gap Pastor Ken Loss Phone – 535-3722 Lutheran Church Sunday Blessed Sacrament Mission, Phone – 535-7095 Pastor Robin K. Nice Bjella (LCMC) : Sunday School at 9:45 a.m., Central Baptist (SBC) Sunday: Morning Worship, 9 a.m. & Adult Study at 10:45 a.m.; "Real Hope, for Real People, Shawmut Phone – 462-5665 10:30 a.m.; Chuch School & Confirmation 3:20 p.m. Worship at 9:30 a.m. in the Real World" Fr. David Seversons, Pastor Monday: 7th - 12th Youth Ministry 6:30 Tuesday: Phone: 632-5538 • 547-3737 to 5 p.m. (Sept. - April; Adult study group, 10 a.m. 195 Mile Drive p.m. Wednesday: Jr. & Sr. High Youth Groups, Phone – 535-8765 Imm. Conception: Saturday Mass 4 p.m. Thursday: Bible Study, 9:30 a.m. www.cbclewistown.com (currently), 6 p.m. (end of daylight sav- Call office for time & location Sunday: Bible Study Class 9:30 a.m.; ing - mission) COMMUNITY Zion Lutheran Church (ELCA) First and third Sundays in Winifred Worship Service, 10:45 a.m. St. Joseph Parish: Sunday 9 a.m.; 604 W. Evelyn Monday: C.A.R.E. Prayer Ministry, 6 p.m. Thursday, 5:15 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. fol- Roy Community Church Rev. Lynne Ogren Tuesday: Men's Bible Study 6:30 a.m. lowed by Eucharistic Adoration 535-7346 Phone – 538-5082 Wednesday: Refuge Student Ministry, 6 Confession: Sunday 8:15, Thursday 4:45 Sunday: Sunday School, 9:45 a.m.; Sunday: Worship 9:30 a.m.; PRESBYTERIAN p.m. (or by appointment) Worship, 11 a.m. Wednesday: Children's Learning, 3:30 Wednesday: Kids' Club, 3:30 p.m. p.m. First Presbyterian Church For more information Email: cbc@midriv- 215 5th Ave. South ers.com. Wednesday Evening: Ladies Bible Study CHURCH OF JESUS Christ Our King Evangelical Rev. Kimmy Briggs Presenting Thursday morning: Ladies Bible Study CHRIST OF LATTER Lutheran, WELS Phone 538-3728 Mid-State Bible Institute Sunday: Worship at 10:30 a.m. DAY SAINTS EPISCOPAL Rev. Paul Stern, Pastor Sunday School 10:30 a.m 816 Virginia St. 140 McKinley Street Lewistown, MT Church of Jesus Christ St. James Episcopal Church Phone - 406-220-2106 535-2954 of Latter-Day Saints Rev. Jean Collins Donald J. Bren, Assistant Pastor SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST 350-2933 Lewistown Ward 502 W. Montana (406) 535-3654 Campus church: Sunday, 10:45 a.m. Seventh-day Adventist Church 900 Casino Creek Road Church Phone – 538-5151 Bible Study, 3 p.m. 423 W. Montana Developing God's Dream for your life Bishop Jason Ricks www.stjameslewistownmt.com Worship, 4 p.m. together. Sunday Head Elder Neil Rauch Church Building Phone - 538-9058 : Worship, 9:00 a.m., June - August Phone: 406-374-2230 Sunday: Sacrament Meeting 10:00 10:00 a.m., Sept. - May Mosby Lutheran Chapel Saturday: Sabbath School, 9:40 a.m.; CATHOLIC a.m.;followed by Sunday School, Priesthood/ on the Hill, WELS Worship Hour: 11 a.m. Relief Society EVANGELICAL On Rowton Road (An extension of Come join us for worship. St. Leo’s Catholic Church Wednesday: Young Men's & Young Christ Our King Lutheran Church, 24/7 Listen to Christian Family Radio on Fr. Samuel Spiering, Pastor Women's, 7:00 p.m. www.lds.org Lewistown Alliance Church Lewistown) FM Radio 97.7 102 West Broadway (Next to Valle Vista) First Sunday each month: Phone – 538-9306 Pastor Ryan Case Worship Service at 11 a.m. Saturday: Penance (confession) 3:30 - 4:30 CHRISTIAN 301 S.W. Cottonwood Other classes and services announced. p.m., Vigil of Sunday - 5 p.m. Phone – 535-8914 Sunday: Mass 9 a.m. Lewistown church of Christ Sunday "Speak where the Bible speaks and : Worship Service, 10 a.m. St. Paul Lutheran Church Tues. - Wed. Mass: Mass 5:30 p.m. Wednesday: Youth group 7 p.m. Thurs. - Fri: Mass 8:00 a.m. be silent where the Bible is silent." (Missouri Synod) Wednesday: Religious Ed. K-8th 4 p.m.; Phone - 406-535-4039 125 C. Street Youth group 7-8:30 p.m. (See bulletin for 223 W. Janeaux FOURSQUARE 535-8563 or 350-0898 schedule). Sunday: Bible Study 10 a.m.; Worship Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Service 11:00 am Celebration Foursquare Church Hwy 87, W. of Lewistown 361 W. Frontage Rd. Central Montana Church of Christ Curtis Langendorff, Senior Pastor 506 W Main Phone – 535-3310 , 366-1061 Minister Russell Epperson Sunday: Celebration Praise Service 10 a.m. Phone - 406-366-1485 Wednesday: Youth Group 6:30 p.m. .

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CASE MANAGEMENT MOVE INDUSTRIES IS HIRING THE HOBSON SCHOOL DO YOU ENJOY WORKING The Mental Health Center is A SHOP TECHNICIAN, DISTRICT IS LOOKING for a OUTDOORS? This position is a recruiting for a part-time case Customer Service, Welder and K-12 Special Education Teacher. great opportunity for anyone Now Hiring manager to work in the CNC Operator. Awesome bene- Please contact the Hobson interested in the natural resource Lewistown office providing case fits package! Apply at Lewistown School Office at 423-5483 for management field! Fergus at One Health management services for indi- Job Service and Indeed.com. more information and an applica- County Weed District has open- viduals with mental illness. tion. ings for temporary, full-time Registered Nurse: Non-exempt, Full-Time Position, Prefer Bachelor’s degree in a Weed Sprayers. Starting Wage 4 to 5 days a week, M-F, $30.40-$32.38 DOE and human services field with at least is $16.00/ hr. Details and appli- $5,000 sign on bonus. Nursing degree from an one year of full-time experience r.s.D. inc./snowy Mountain cation at Lewistown Job Service, accredited nursing program, current licenses in the in a mental health setting. industries is hiring: or email [email protected]. State of Montana. Candidate must have a current Requires excellent verbal and mt.us, or call (406)535-5119 . written communication skills, R.S.D. Inc. proudly provides services to people with FULL-TIME CASHIER $12- 14 Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Community with ability to do detailed paper- disabilities in Billings, Hardin, Lewistown and Red DOE. Must be able to work Health and/or provider’s office experience is work utilizing an electronic medi- Lodge. The mission of R.S.D. Inc. is to encourage, weekends on an alternating preferred. OB experience is desirable. cal record system. Must have a support and assist each person with disabilities basis. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. valid driver’s license and a work- whom we serve to make choices in his/her life Apply in person at Lewistown ing knowledge of community ser- Licensed Practical Nurse: Non-exempt, Full-Time and expand his/her opportunities for growth and Ace Hardware or call 406-538- vices. Position, 4 to 5 days a week, M-F, $19.85- $21.21 personal development. 4000. DOE and $2,500 sign on bonus. Nursing degree To apply, please go to our web- from an accredited nursing program, current site at www.mhcbillings.org and -Maintenance technician GENERAL CONTRACTOR licenses in the State of Montana. Candidate click on “Careers”. The applica- SEEKING SKILLED WORKERS tion form must be completed in -Group hoMe hab techs – Various shifts for residential and commercial must have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) its entirety for consideration. -sMi Day hab techs jobs. Pay depends on experi- certification. Community Health and/or provider’s There is also an “Invitation to -assistant Group hoMe ManaGer ence. Must be able to pass drug office experience is preferred. Self Identify Form”. Address test. Valid DL and transportation Please apply at https://bvhc.bamboohr.com/jobs application materials to: -Group hoMe relief oVerniGht hab tech required. 406-366-1531. Human Resources, Mental LBM PIZZA HAS A BACK OF Health Center, P.O. Box 219, To apply contact Shari at 132 Wunderlin house/ delivery position open. Billings, MT 59103 Lewistown, MT 59457, or call 406-538-5130. Positions open until filled. RSD, Inc. is an EOE, Must have clean MVR. Apply in 406-535-6545 THE CALVERT HOTEL HAS providing reasonable accommodations as needed, person 630 NE Main before 406 1st Ave S IMMEDIATE OPENINGS for the 11am or after 2pm. following positions: and a drug free workplace. Monday, Wednesday, Friday / 8-5 Lewistown, MT NOW HIRING ALL SHIFTS AT HOUSEKEEPER: Part-time, 25- Tuesday & Thursday / 8-7 onechc.org THE Dash Inn. Apply in person- 30 hours a week with some come join our team. 406-535- weekends. Could be more hours Caring for our communities, one person at a time. 3892. for right candidate. Shifts are usually 4- 6 hours and are in the Now Hiring at ROAD & BRIDGE morning starting at 8:30a.m. Job DEPARTMENT HAS A perma- consists of cleaning hotel rooms Central Montana Medical Center nent, full-time opening for a according to specific standards. District Blade Operator. Starting “Great to work with people who care. Must be able to climb stairs, get neW increased nursing wage is $17.50/ hour. County benefits included. Please apply Great benefits as well .” up and down easily, and lift 30 Wages! pounds. Great team environ- at Lewistown Job Service, email Montana Mental HealtH ment. neW increased shift [email protected] or nursing Care Center LAUNDRY ATTENDANT: Part- differentials! call (406)535-5119. 800 Casino Creek Drive, Lewistown MT 59457 time, 20- 25 hours a week with WINIFRED SCHOOL DISTRICT some weekends. Job consists of s environmental services #115 HAS AN OPENING FOR: Is accepting applications online for the following tending laundry machines on Attendant, Full-time- $1,500 sign on bonus SPECIAL EDUCATION employment opportunities: three floors, sort, clean, fold and TEACHER, Salary: $28,983 + stock linen. Must be able to r food serviCe - 11.00/hr s infection prevention DOE, Housing Available, and climb stairs and lift 30 pounds - 1 Part-time + benefits RN- Infection Preventionist, Full-time Health Insurance. OPEN UNTIL easily. Excellent extra money r Certified nurse aide - 14.50/hr FILLED summer job. - Full-time and part-time, variable shifts available. s it PLEASE CONTACT BREAKFAST ATTENDANT: Must be certified in the State of Montana IT Systems Support, Full-time SUPERINTENDENT Part-time position, 2 days a r registered nurse – 31.50/hr CHAD FORDYCE AT 406-462- week. Responsibilities include - 1 Part-time night position, shift differential pay s lab 5420. breakfast set-up and light cook- - 1 Full-time night position ing, breakfast tear down and MLS/MLT Generalist, Full-time r laundrY – 10.95/hr some group/ meeting space MLS/MLT Microbiology, Full-time, exp. preferred - 2 Part-time, plus benefits catering. Hours are 6:00 am to r CliniCal PsYCHologY sPeCialist 10a.m. Terrific job for extra s med/surg See 27.84 to 33.41/hr money. Ward Clerk/CNA openings, Full-time- - Full-time + benefits All positions start at $13/ hour $1,500 sign on bonus these positions include benefits, such as: and training is provided. Call RNs, Full-time- $5,000 sign on bonus vacation pay, sick leave, paid holidays and KellyAnne at 406-535-5411 or RNs, Part-time & Per-diem more inCredible eMPloYer Contribution email calvertlewistown@gmail. towards: HealtH insuranCe & com. s nutritional services retireMent PaCkage CENTRAL MONTANA HEALTH Food Service Workers & Cooks, Full-time Help DISTRICT HAS A permanent, $1,500 sign-on bonus $1054.00 8% exempt full-time opening for a monthly match Public Health Nurse. Starting s occupational health wage is $24.00/ hour. County Occ Health Technician, Part-time Wanteds Apply online at http://statecareers.mt.gov/ benefits included. Please apply at Lewistown Job Service, email s physician clinic [email protected] or Manager, Full-time- Min (3) years exp in clinic call (406)535-5119. on page management or equivalent health related Experience Receptionist, Full-time 16 s rehab services Occupational Therapist, Full-time

s respiratory therapy United Materials of Great Falls, a General Contracting construction Registered Respiratory Therapist, Full-time company that also offers materials sales of sand, gravel, asphalt s surgical services/or mixes and ready-mix concrete. Our competitive wages and OR RN, Full-time comprehensive benefit programs of 100% paid Health, Dental Surgical Scrub Tech, Full-time and Vision insurance, and hourly contributions to Pension Plan and 401K reflect our dedication to our team. Drop off resume or fill out an application at 2100 9th Ave N Great Falls, MT.

Currently hiring: phone: 406-535-6213 www.cmmc.health

Office Coordinator: Requires a dependable, motivated, detail orientated multi- tasking person to work in a busy office. This position deals with reporting to multiple government regulating entities including MT Dept. of Transportation and Environmental Quality, OSHA, MSHA, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Keeping employee files current with certifications, endorsements, and training. Maintaining contract files MASON LABORERS • $16-$20 PER HOUR and equipment files. General office duties including phones. College and industry NEEDED ! experience preferred. • $1,000 SIGNING BONUS Scale House Operator and Gravel Tester: Looking for a team player to weigh trucks and • EMPLOYER PAID HEALTH INSURANCE maintain scale house and able to learn how to test gravel for gradation and moisture content. High School diploma required. Must be able to operate computer, software, • ANNUAL BONUS two-way radio, calculator, and math skills needed. Driver License needed to work at various locations. • FREQUENT PAY RAISES

Truck Drivers: Construction CDL class A license and current medical card for hauling • ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES gravel and asphalt needed. Concrete truck drivers also needed with CDL and current medical card.

Laborers/Operators: Gravel and asphalt workers needed for construction sites. Must TO APPLY CALL 406-366-6257 be physically able to operate hand and power tools, equipment, a shovel, and rake.

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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT Now Hiring at Central Montana OPPORTUNITY Horticulture – Grounds and General HILPERTS OK TIRE Nursing and Rehab Center Center Maintenance at the Central Agricultural IS HIRING! Research Center Phone: 406-423-5421 We are looking for individuals that 5 Star Quality Rated The Montana State University, Central Agricultural "want to work" for multiple positions. Research Center (CARC) is accepting applications for the following positions in 2021: Valid Driver’s License required. • GRoUndS And CenTeR MAinTenAnCe Apply at Job Service. v Infection Control Nurse- $7,500 sign-on bonus woRkeR ($14 to $16/hr) Wage varies depending upon • STUdenT ReSeARCH ASSiSTAnTS (minimum position, Monday - Friday v RN/LPN- Full-time, $7,500 sign-on bonus $13/hr if high school and $14/hr if college) • FARM MeCHAniC ASSiSTAnT/FARM woRkeR and varying Saturdays. v MDS Coordinator- $7,500 sign on bonus ($15 to $20/hr) v • ColleGe STUdenT inTeRnSHiP (paid and Maintenance- 20 hours/ week on-site living accommodations provided) detail of these positions can be found at https://agresearch.montana.edu/carc/index.html Phone: (406) 535-6229 410 Wendell Ave. Lewistown, MT Apply online at www.empres.com  Apartments  Apartments

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• 1950s graduates of any high • Central Montana Historical As- • Fergus County Council on Ag- • Ladies’ Night Out, 2nd Monday, • Narcotics Anonymous, Fridays, school, No-host luncheon, Yogo sociation board meeting, second ing, Grubstakes meal, M-F, noon; downtown Lewistown, 5:30 p.m. 6-7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Inn, first Wednesday, noon Thursday, 7 p.m. at the museum. foot clinic 1st & 2nd Thursday by Call Chamber of Commerce for loca- Church, Lewistown, 366-6428 • Class of 1956 monthly meeting • Central Montana Jaycees, 6:30 appointment, 535-7486; Strong Bone tion, 535-5436. • Not-Friday Night Magic, every (no host) third Monday, Little Big p.m., first Monday, Boys and Girls exercise group, Tuesdays & Thurs- • Lewistown Downtown Assoc., Friday, 6:30 p.m., DBR Cards & Col- Men, 1 p.m. Club; everyone welcome. days, 10 a.m.; monthly birthday 2nd Wednesday, 11:30 a.m., Brooks lectibles, 618 West Main, Suite 103. • Class of 1961 second Tuesday, • Central Montana Prospectors Lo- celebration, 3rd Wednesday; Bingo, Conference Room. Call Chris- 406- For more information, call 406-535- 12:30 p.m., LBM Pizza, no host cal Chapter of the GPA, Upstairs at Wednesdays, 11 a.m. 538-2200. 7268. lunch and visit. the Moose Club, Second Wednesday, • Fergus County Council on Aging • Lewistown Drag Racers Assoc., • Open Mic Night, 1st Thursday, 7 • Class of 1962 second Thursday, 7 p.m. Board of Directors meeting, noon, 1st Monday, 7 p.m., American Le- p.m. to 9 p.m. at Eagles Club ban- 11:30 a.m., Elks Club, no host lunch • Central Montana Republican last Wednesday, Council on Aging gion Club downstairs, 350-0733. quet room and visit. Central Committee, 2nd Tuesday, offices • Lewistown Family History • Prairie Piecemakers, 3rd Monday, • Airport Board, 3 p.m., 1st Wednes- 4th Floor, Bank Electric Building • Fergus Co. Democrats meeting, Library, Church of Jesus Christ of 9:30 a.m., Roy Fire & Ambulance day, Lewistown Airport terminal meeting room, 5:30 p.m., Bruce Wil- 4th Wednesday, 6 p.m. Upstairs at Latter-Day Saints, Thursdays, 1 p.m.- • Rotary Club, Mondays, noon, Pine • Al-Anon meeting, Wednesday, liams 406-366-5821 Lewistown Library 4 p.m. Public is welcome to search Meadows noon; First Presbyterian Church • Central Montana Resource • Fergus County Fair board, 5:30 their family history/genealogy. For • Snofjeldet Lodge 4-531 Sons educational building, Lewistown Council, 3rd Wednesday, Lewistown p.m., 3rd Tuesday, Trade Center at info, contact Ed Hanson, 366-9879. of Norway, 7 p.m., third Tuesday • Alcoholics Anonymous, Friday, 12 Library, upstairs meeting room, 6 Fairgrounds •Lewistown Historic Resources month, Lewistown Senior Center, p.m., 7p.m. and 8 p.m.; Wednesday, p.m. • Friends of the Library, last Commission, 1st Thursday, 8a.m., Third Ave. S. and Barnes Street 12 p.m., 7 p.m., 8 p.m.; Saturday - • Central Montana Senior Citizens’ Wednesday, 12 p.m., Lewistown Central Montana Museum • Snowy Mountain Muzzle Load- Sunday, 10 a.m., 8 p.m.; 201 Fourth Club, card games 1-3 p.m. Tuesdays Library • Lewistown Library Board of ers, 7 p.m., first Thursday, Mountain Ave. N. & Fridays. • Friendship (Masonic) Lodge Trustees, 3rd Thursday, 1:30 p.m., Acres activity room, Lewistown • American Legion - meetings: Post • Christian Roots, 2nd & 4th Sat- #37, 7:30 p.m., 1st & 3rd Mondays, upstairs meeting room of library • TORAH Teaching, 1st & 3rd 16 – second Thursday, 7 p.m.; Sons – urday starting April 2020, 2 p.m., Masonic Temple, Lewistown • Lewistown Lion’s Club- 6 p.m., Saturdays starting April 2020, 2p.m., second Thursday, 6 p.m.; Auxiliary Lewistown Flea Market, 538 Seraday • Gamblers Anonymous, for infor- 4th Monday, Mountain Acres Com- Mountain Acres Rec Room, 103 – fourth Thursday, 6 p.m.; Free hors St. behind Town Pump mation call 535-6493 munity Room Rocklyn Ave d’oeuvres, 4th Friday •City Commission board, Com- • Genealogy Society, 1:30 p.m., • Lewistown School District 1 • T.O.R.C.H. meetings, 517 W. Ja- • American Legion Riders, 2nd mittee of the Whole, 6 p.m.; regular third Tuesday, Lewistown Public board meeting, 6 p.m., 2nd Monday, neaux: Tues., Bible Study, 5:30 p.m.; Monday at American Legion, 7 p.m. meeting, 7 p.m., 1st and 3rd Mon- Library upstairs meeting room Lincoln Boardroom Wednesdays, Family Group, 6:30 • Art Center Board of Directors, days, Lewistown Community Center • Happy Hooves Model Horse • Lewistown Trap and Skeet Club, p.m.; Thurs., Celebrate Recovery, 6 4th Thursday, Art Center, 5:15 p.m. • Closing Candlelight Group of Society, last Saturday, call Nancy at Open shoots Sundays at 1 p.m. - p.m.; Fri. & Sat., Recovery Support, • Big Sky Tourmasters, 1st Mon- AA meeting, 109 E. Montana #109 366-5039 for meeting site and info weather permitting. Chairman, Bill 6 p.m. Sun., Mental Health & Sub- day, 7 p.m., Eagles Hall Lewistown, Sun. – Sat., 7:30 p.m. • Heart of Montana- Farm in the Kuhlmann, 538-4575, Sec’y/Treas. stance Use Disorder Family Group, 2 • Board Game Night, second and • Council on Aging Foot Clinic, Dell, 2nd Monday, 6 p.m., St. James’ Gary Humphreys, 538-3155. Trap p.m. Call 406-53-TORCH for infor- fourth Saturdays, 7p.m., DBR Cards first two Thursdays, by appt., 535- Episcopal Church. Call Kaylene Pat- & Skeet Range located on Airport mation. & Collectibles, 618 West Main, Suite 7486, 307 W. Watson ten Road. NEW members are always • Utica Rod and Gun Club, 2nd 103. For more information, call 406- • Danvers-Ware Community (and • John Birch Society, 2nd Tuesday, welcome! Tuesday, 7 p.m., call 423-5321 for 535-7268. surrounding areas), second Thurs- 7 p.m., The Boardroom, Suite 2, 510 • Lewistown Writers’ Group, 2nd information. • Caregivers of Dementia Support day, 1:30p.m., Coffee Cup. For more W. Janeaux St., Lewistown Saturday 1:30 p.m., Lewistown • VFW #1703 Meeting, 3rd Monday Group, 3rd Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. at information, call Ann, 406-350-2616. • Judith Basin Back Country Library upstairs meeting room, and • VFW Auxiliary Meeting, second Hospice House behind CMMC. 535- • Dementia Caregiver Support Horsemen, 6:30 p.m., 1st Monday, 4th Thursday, meeting rotates. Call Monday, 1 p.m., First Christian 1420 or www.cmmc.health for more Group- 3rd Wednesday month, basement of Fergus County Sheriff’s Kathy Zimmerman, 406-350-1495 Church (use back door) information 10:30 a.m. at First Christian Church Complex • Little Belt Snowmobile Club, • Walleyes Unlimited, 3rd Monday, • Central Montana Community • Diabetes Support Group, 11 a.m., •Judith Mountain Players Board meets October through April, 7 p.m., Colby Tognetti’s shop @ 320 Cupboard Board Meeting, 2nd 2nd Thursday, Hospice House, 535- Meeting, 2nd Thursday, 5:30 p.m., 2nd Monday. Alternates between NE Blvd, across from Redbirds Field Tuesday, noon, 322 West Broadway. 2078 Barnes Street Theatre, 307 W Barnes Hobson’s Fire Hall and Lewistown’s • Women of the Moose, 6:30 p.m., • Central Montana Chapter of •Duplicate Bridge, Wednesdays, •Kiwanis meeting, noon, Tuesdays, American Legion. Call Karl Thomas, 1st & 3rd Mondays, Moose Lodge, Compassionate Friends, 3rd Mon- Mountain Acres Park Community Elk’s 406-535-8126. Lewistown day, 7 p.m., St. Leo’s Parish Center Center, 1 p.m., 464-2156 •KJV Bible Fellowship Tuesdays, 6 • Men Surviving Cancer, noon, 2nd • Wood Carving Club, Saturdays, • Central Montana Derby Club, •Eagles Lodge, 1st & 3rd Wednes- - 8:30p.m. at 538 Seraday St. behind Thursday, First Christian Church, Lewistown Art Center, noon first Thursday, Civic Center at 7 p.m. days, 7 p.m., 124 W Main from Town Pump at Lewistown Flea Mar- call 406-366-0131 or 406-538-7055 for • WW (formerly Weight Watchers), • Central Montana Family Plan- September through May and 1st ket. Scripture Reading & Discussion; more info. 12:15 p.m. Tuesdays at Yogo Inn, 221 ning Board and Montana Cancer Wednesdays, 7p.m., June through Bible Prophecy and Current Events; • Montana Cowboy Poetry Gather- E Main, Moccasin Room Screening Program, 1st Monday, August. And Prayer. Call 406-538-3303. ing & Western Music Rendezvous, • Young People in Recovery (YPR), 12:30 p.m. at 300 1st Ave North, • Fergus Conservation District • Knights of Columbus Council 4th Wednesday, 11:30 a.m., Elks Monday- Young People in Recovery Suite 202 meeting, 7 p.m., 2nd Wednesday, 1508 2nd Tuesday, 6 p.m. dinner, 7 Lodge over lunch, unless resched- meeting, Everyone welcome, 6p.m., • Central Montana Fibre Arts USDA Service Center Office, 211 p.m. meeting, St. Leo’s Mandatum uled to the 3rd Wednesday to avoid Tuesday- Bible Study, 5:30 p.m., Guild, 2nd Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at McKinley St. Commons holidays & key scheduling conflicts. Wednesday- Family Support, 6:30 Celebration Community Church. • Fergus County Commission • Koinonia Ultreya, 3rd Thursday, Call Karen Kuhlmann, 406-538-4575. p.m., Thursday- Celebrate Recovery, • Central Montana Foundation board meeting, 5:15 p.m., third Board meeting, 6 p.m.; Ultreya at 7 • National Alliance on Mental 6 p.m., Friday- Recovery Support, 6 Board of Directors, 4th Tuesday, Wednesday, Sheriff’s Complex p.m., First Presbyterian Church. Illness (NAMI), 2 p.m., second p.m., Saturday- Recovery Support, 6 2 p.m., First Bank of Montana • Fergus County Community Sunday, Doc’s p.m. 517 W. Janeaux Street. Conference Room. Call 538-6130 for Council, 2 p.m., third Monday, Com- more information. munity Center

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(3) 5.26 ACRE MOUNTAIN WANTED: Old Lever NOTICE OF TRUSTEE Commission will meet for the part of the proposed budget County Courthouse or by tele- VIEW LOTS for sale. Already Winchesters, Marlins Savages, ELECTION CANCELLATION purpose of approving the amend- amendment. phone at 429-5311. septic approved. Located just Sako & Weatherby rifles. WHEREAS, the number of can- ed 20-21 fiscal year budget at Further information may be (Publish: March 31, April 3, 7 & south of the Elks club on Fawn Appraisals/estates. Triangle didates filing a Declaration of which time any taxpayer or resi- obtained by contacting Jess 10, 2021) Dr. 406-380-0005. Guns 406- 538–5394. Intent and Oath of Candidacy for dent may appear at the meeting Hoge, Petroleum County Clerk MNAXLP the open trustee position on the and be heard for or against any and Recorder, at the Petroleum FOR SALE: 1.3 ACRE LOT in GREAT FALLS GUN & Winnett School Board of Fox Hollow Subdivision, $32,000 ANTIQUE SHOW April 23, 24 & Trustees, District No. 1, obo Call for more details, 406- 25 at the Great Falls Four Petroleum County, State of 223-7114. Seasons Arena. Friday, 3- 7, Montana is equal to or less than Montana Association for the Blind will be Saturday, 9- 6, Sunday, 9- 3. For MOBILE HOME LOT FOR the number of positions to be information, call 406-580-5458. RENT- $250/ month. Moore, MT. elected, the trustee election is hosting its Summer Orientation Program Call 406-423-5342. not necessary. 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The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living, representing NCAL’s new report shows COVID related deaths in nursing homes declined by 91% since Dec. 20, more than 14,000 nursing homes and long term care facilities across the country that provide care 2020. to approximately five million people each year, released a report showing nursing homes in the “We are not out of the woods yet, but these numbers are incredibly encouraging and a major U.S. continue to see a rapid decline in new COVID-19 cases, thanks to initial vaccine allocations morale booster for frontline caregivers who have been working tirelessly for more than a year prioritized for nursing homes. AHAC/NCAL called on Congress to consider the industry’s Care For to protect our residents,” said Mark Parkinson, president and CEO of AHCA/NCAL. “This trend Our Seniors Act to address systemic issues facing the nursing home sector and prevent another shows that when long term care is prioritized, as with the national vaccine rollout, we can protect COVID-type crisis. our vulnerable elderly population. Now we need Congress to prioritize our nursing homes for the Recent CMS data shows that nursing homes have seen a 96% decline in new COVID cases long-term by considering the initiatives in the Care For Our Seniors Act to improve the quality of among residents since the peak (during the week of Dec. 20 of last year) when there were more care for our residents.” than 30,000 new resident cases. Along with the lowest number of new COVID cases, AHCA/ AHCA and LeadingAge, recently released the reform agenda, the Care For Our Seniors Act, to address long-standing challenges affecting the quality of care provided in America’s nursing homes. The organizations say the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed and exacerbated systemic    issues impacting the nursing home sector, such as workforce shortages, aging physical plants and Puzzles Puzzles Puzzles underfunded government reimbursements for care. The Care For Our Seniors Act focuses on four key areas for improvement, which include enhancing the quality of care with enhanced standards for infection preventions, requiring that each nursing home have a registered nurse on-staff, 24 hours per day and requiring a minimum 30-day supply of personal protective equipment in all nursing homes. The initiative also calls for a multi-phase, tiered approach to attract, retain and develop more long-term care professionals leveraging federal, state and academic institutions. While recommending several new ways to improve oversight and processes to support better care and protect residents, the Care For Our Seniors Act also aims to modernize nursing homes by looking at how the industry could shift to more private rooms, promoting resident privacy and supporting infection control best practices. AHCA and LeadingAge say reform will be costly, but is long overdue. The nursing home sector has been facing a financial crisis for years even before COVID due to low Medicaid reimbursements, the primary coverage for nursing home residents. The Care For Our Seniors Act calls for an increase in federal Medicaid funds provided to states and bringing the Medicaid rate up to equal the cost of care. Currently, Medicaid only covers 70 to 80% of the costs to care for a nursing home resident. “With a growing elderly population soon needing our services, the moment is now. We must pay tribute to all those who lost their lives to this vicious virus and resolve to bring forth a brighter future,” concluded Parkinson. “We have already seen what progress can be made when policymakers come together to make long term care residents a priority and through these reforms, we can significantly improve the quality of care for our current residents and generations to come.” To learn more about the Care For Our Seniors Act, please visit www.ahcancal.org/solutions.

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