Braun dominates commissioner race Fallon County General Election Staff Report
Republican Kevin Braun easily dominated the race for Fallon County Commissioner Tuesday, getting 766 votes out of 1,526 total votes, according to the unofficial early results posted online. Brian O’Connor was a write-in with 410 votes, followed by Sandra Kinsey, another write-in with 198 vote. Independent Chuck Lee was fourth with 94 votes, while Pete Rising, another Independent, had 58 votes. Including write-in votes, the total votes for Fallon County Commissioner District 1 was 1,526. The results will be certified Nov. 9 by the county canvas board. According to Brenda Wood, the clerk and recorder election administrator for Fallon County, 83 percent of the mailed ballots were returned by Monday. The county was operating under a vote by mail plan with an in-person option, she explained Tuesday. “We would like to opt in for mail ballots and most counties would rather do mail ballots. The majority of our voters in Fallon County already get a ballot mailed to them,” Wood said. The total of 83 percent ballots being returned was as of Monday. “As of Monday we only have about 120 ballots not returned of all the ballots we have sent out. We sent out 1,721.” On Tuesday, several ballots came in and there still were people registering to vote in the office in the Fallon County Courthouse. “It has been crazy since 7 a.m. (Tuesday) morning,” she said.
More local results
In other local election results posted online Tuesday night, the strong performance by republicans continued in Fallon County with the incumbent president and vice president getting 87 percent of the county votes (1,375), while Democratic challengers Joseph Biden and Kamala Harris had 11 percent (172) of
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Local company plans to cap well sites Staff Report
A local energy company will be permanently closing well sites near the city. WBI Energy, a company based in Bismarck, will be closing the sites just east of Baker Lake. According to Fallon County Commissioner Steve Baldwin, the wells are in and around the city. “They are on the east side of the lake by a home. They need to block off the road for a short period of time. There is another one (well) over by the baseball field that is going to be cemented in, covered and reseeded.” Baldwin said that the plans would be moving forward with the current warm weather the county is having. According to the mayor of Baker, the company
is planning to abandon wells no longer being used. “To the southeast of Baker, they are taking the above ground well apparatus out and reclaiming that ground,” he said. “They (WBI Energy) will be taking care of that and they will be re-leveling the ground. They will be coming back in the spring I imagine and re-seeding those areas.... and get them all touched up,” the mayor said. “It is called the Baker Well Abandonment Project,” Mayor Zachmann said. “They are just storage wells that they no longer use.” There will just be a minimal expense to the city for surface damage to city property, he added. There are three wells and four other locations involved in the project located between the east side of Baker Lake and Coral Creek Road.
Parkview Retirement Complex repairs continue on schedule Staff Report
A multi-million dollar project to repair and renovate the oldest portion of the Parkview Retirement Complex is on schedule and moving forward, according to a Fallon County official. Identified as Parkview 1, the project started when the current residents were relocated during the summer after three Fallon County Commissioners discussed the options during a meeting in July. The extent of the work to repair the building interior and exterior is scheduled to take up to eight months, Fallon County Commissioner Steve Baldwin said Tuesday. That is a deadline that it looks like the company involved will be able to keep even after recent
concrete work which needed to be done. “The only problem they had was a concrete pour which didn’t work out,” Baldwin said. “We had to redo that. Other than that, the inside stuff – the power – is getting redone. “They are getting ready to start putting things back together. They have the sheeting down... the floor … the air ducts running to the air conditioning system. They are still right on task,” he added. Chad Sutton of SDI Architects + Design in Miles City is the project designer for the more than $2 million renovation and repair project. T.W. Clark Construction of Billings won the bid for the renovation of the oldest section of the Parkview Retirement Complex in February with
a $2,062,706 bid. In addition to addressing problems with water drainage and damage, the contractor’s proposed plan will also be updating the air conditioning, plumbing and fixtures in the 12 apartments in the older Parkview 1 building which was built in the 1980s. “There was a big delay in getting this project going because of COVID-19. People picked up other work and now we are asking them to come back and start over again in autumn. Their work schedule has shifted out a couple of months (because of COVID-19).” “The only question mark right now is weather and whether it (the weather) holds out for us or not … and when some of the subcontractors can get started,” he explained.
and Statewide Unofficial Results
Voter turnout 1597 85.9%
Clerk of District Court Jeraldine A. Newell (R) 1454 County Commissioner District I Kevin J. Braun (R) 766 Chuck Lee (I) 94 Pete J. Rising (I) 58 Brian O’Connor WRITE IN 410 Sandra Kinsey WRITE IN 198 President Joseph R. Biden (D) Jo Jorgensen (L) Donald J. Trump (R)
172 28 1375
United States Senator Steve Bullock (D) 235 Steve Daines (R) 1341 United States Representative Matt Rosendale (R) 1312 Kathleen Williams (D) 251
Governor Lyman Bishop (L) Mike Cooney (D) Greg Gianforte (R)
Secretary of State Bryce Bennett (D) Christi Jacobsen (R) Attorney General Raph Graybill (D) Austin Knudsen (R)
49 218 1288 164 1331 166 1343
State Auditor Troy Downing (R) 1273 Shane A. Morigeau (D) 164 Roger Roots (L) 57 State Superintendent of Public Instruction Elsie Arntzen (R) 1234 Kevin Leatherbarrow (L) 42 Melissa Romano (D) 224 Public Service Commissioner, District 2 Valerie McMurtry (D) 172 Tony O’Donnell (R) 1322
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George Avenue project runs into weather, elevation obstacles Staff Report
The planned George Avenue drainage repair project has run into a few obstacles, but is still on schedule, according to the mayor of the City of Baker. Estimated to take approximately three weeks to fix drainage problems along one block of George Avenue east of Baker High School, the project is continuing, Mayor Steve Zachmann said a week ago. Cold weather and snow caused some problems, but so has the elevation of the proposed repairs, he said. “We had to make an elevation change with the drainage, due to the utilities at the alley,” the mayor explained. “It was the communications lines. We have to get below the lines and stay above the water and sewer.” “The drainage coming out the east side is a little bit lower. The drainage has to come out a little lower and extend further into the east property,” he explained. “We have some room (along the east side). We knew we could make it. We just didn’t know what elevation the utilities were at. Fortunately, they don’t have to be moved,” he added.
Local gun range gets new water source Staff Report
Water has been a problem for the Fallon County Gun Range for a number of years. But that has changed. According to Fallon County Commissioner Steve Baldwin, the gun range has been connected with the city water supply. It used to be supplied by a well, but problems with water quality forced the gun range to
seek a connection to the City of Baker water supply. The agreement was finalized Monday in front of the county’s Board of Commissioners. “It just wasn’t worth all the grief there. It was plugging up the water heater,” the commissioner said. “It (the water) was just black. We have been battling that well out there for quite some time. So we just ended up
running a line out there from the city,” Baldwin said. The connection also went through the TC Energy line west of the city. “We had to tap into their line. They were very cordial and allowed us to do what we needed to do,” Baldwin explained. “Our tap in site is just east of the site they are renting on county property so that it runs straight over to gun range.”
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Supreme Court Justice #5 Mike Black (NP) 453 Laurie McKinnon (NP) 784 Supreme Court Justice #6 Shall Judge Jim Shea of the Supreme Court of the state of Montana be retained in office for another term? Yes 994 No 350 State Representative District 37 Jacob Kitson (L) 113 Jerry Schillinger (R) 1383 Constitutional Amendment No. 46 C-46 modifies the state constitution to specify proposed petitions for constitutional amendments from the people must be signed by at least ten percent of the qualified electors in two-fifths of the legislative districts. It repeals a different standard found to be unconstitutional in 2005. Yes on Constitutional Amendment C-46 1048 No on Constitutional Amendment C-46 340 Constitutional Amendment No. 47 C-47 modifies the state constitution to specify proposed petitions for citizen ballot initiatives must be signed by at least five percent of the qualified electors in one third of the legislative districts. It repeals a different standard found to be unconstitutional in 2005. Yes on Constitutional Amendment C-47 984 No on Constitutional Amendment C-47 387 Initiative No. 118 Under the Montana Constitution, a person 18 years of age or older is an adult, except that the legislature or the people by initiative may establish the legal age of purchasing, consuming, or possessing alcoholic beverages. CI-118 amends the Montana Constitution to allow
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the 1,575 total votes in the county. Libertarians Jo Jorgensen and Jeremy Cohen had two percent (28). Incumbent Republican Steve Daines got 85 percent of the county votes (1,341) to easily overrun Democrat Steve Bullock’s 235 votes in the race for Daine’s senate seat. The red wave of Republicans continued in the county with Matt Rosendale getting 84 percent (1,312) of the county vote in the race for the congressional seat, while Democrat Kathleen Williams had 16 percent of the local votes (251), according to the unofficial results posted online. Congressman Greg Gianforte had a big lead in the race for governor, getting 83 percent of the Fallon County vote (1,288) for himself and his running mate Kristen Juras. Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney and his running mate Casey Schreiner had 14 percent (218) of the county votes, while the Libertarian ticket of Lyman Bishop and John Nesper had three percent (49) of the county’s unofficial vote total (1,555). Republicans Christi Jacobsen and Austin Knudsen both finished with overwhelming 89 percent margins over their democratic rivals in the county’s unofficial vote. In the race for state auditor, Republican Troy Downing had an 85 percent total in county votes. The race for the state’s Superintendent of Public Instruction has Republican Elsie Artzen leading
Fallon County Times the legislature or the people by initiative to establish the legal age for purchasing, consuming, or possessing marijuana. Yes on Initiative CI-11 643 No on Initiative CI-118 858 Legislative Referendum No. 130 LR-130 generally restricts a county, city, town, consolidated local government, or other local government unit’s authority to regulate the carrying of firearms. It removes a local government unit’s power to regulate the carrying of permitted concealed weapons or to restrict the carrying of unconcealed firearms except in publicly owned and occupied buildings under the local government unit’s jurisdiction. It repeals a local government unit’s authority to prevent or suppress the possession of firearms by convicted felons, adjudicated mental incompetents, illegal aliens, and minors. Federal and other state firearm restrictions would remain unchanged, including for these individuals. Local firearm ordinances that conflict with LR-130 could not be enforced. Yes on Initiative LR-130 726 No on Initiative LR-130 763 Initiative #190 I-190 legalizes the possession and use of limited amounts of marijuana for adults over the age of 21. I-190 requires the Department of Revenue to license and regulate the cultivation, transportation, and sale of marijuana and marijuana-infused products and to inspect premises where marijuana is cultivated and sold. It requires licensed laboratories to test marijuana and marijuana-infused products for potency and contaminants. I-190 establishes a 20% tax on non-medical marijuana. 10.5% of the tax revenue goes to the state general fund, with the rest dedicated to accounts for conservation programs, substance abuse treatment, veterans’ services, healthcare costs, and localities where marijuana is sold. I-190 allows a person currently serving a sentence for an act permitted by I-190 to apply for resentencing or an expungement of the conviction. I-190 prohibits advertising of marijuana and related products. Yes on Initiative I-190 577 No on Initiative I-190 955
with 82 percent of the vote, according to the unofficial totals posted online In Fallon County, it was Republican Tony O’Donnell with 88 percent of the vote for the Public Service Commissioner District 2 position. In the race for Supreme Court Justice number 5 position, it was Laurie McKinnon ahead of Mike Black by a 63 percent to 37 percent margin. Seventy-four percent of Fallon County voters wanted to keep Judge Jim Shea on the Supreme Court for another term while just 26 percent saying no. In the battle for state representative of District 37, it was Republican Jerry Schillinger far ahead with 92 percent of the county votes, while Libertarian Jacob Kitson far behind with just 113 total votes (eight percent). Republican Jeraldine Newell was perfect getting all 1,454 unofficial votes in the race for the county’s clerk of the District Court/Public Adminstrator. Only two of five constitutional items on the ballot were passed by county voters, with Amendment C-46 getting 76 percent and Amendment C-47 getting 72 percent of the vote. Constitutional Initiative CI-118 lost by a 57 to 43 percent margin, while Legislative Referendum 130 was falling by a narrower 51 to 49 percentage margin and Initiative 190 was being defeated at the county level by a 62 to 38 percentage margin.
OBITUARIES
Lois Lambert, 69
Lois Lambert, age 69, of Ekalaka, died Oct. 27, 2020, at Dahl Memorial Nursing Home after a long and courageous battle with a variety of chronic illnesses with her husband and daughter at her side. No immediate services are planned, and a celebration of life will be scheduled for a later date. Most of what follows is in Lois’ own words. Lois was born In Boonville, MO, on Dec. 5, 1950, the first child of Bill and Arlene Goetz Huff. The first snow of the season fell that day. In 1954 Lois’ brother, Jim, was born. Most of the Huff relatives lived in central Missouri, so Lois grew up surrounded by generations of family. She was raised on a small farm three miles from town, attended schools and graduated from Boonville High School in 1968. Lois spent a year at Southwest Missouri State College in Springfield, MO, and another year at the University of Missouri in Columbia, MO. Working as a secretary in the university’s Geology Department, she met graduate student Brice Lambert. The two were married three years later, Jan. 4,
1975, in Ekalaka; and in May 1975 the newlyweds headed for New South Wales, Australia, where Brice taught school for two years. After returning to the U.S. and teaching another year in Liberty Missouri, the two headed for Montana. Brice worked for a coal and mineral company for seven years in Billings. In those years Lois attended Billings Vo-Tech, receiving a drafting certificate, and worked as a draftsman and scheduler for a local builder. In 1982, the couple had a daughter, Amanda Morgan, born three months premature. She lived only two weeks, and is buried in Ekalaka. At that time there were few garments made for premature babies, so Lois started the Lilliput Clothing Factory, making “little things for little people.” Two years later, Katherine Kinsey Lambert was born, and Lois became a full-time wife and mother. In 1985, Lois, Brice, and Katie Lambert moved to Ekalaka and bought the Ekalaka Eagle newspaper and printing business from Tom and Gladys Taylor. Lois had worked for newspapers doing paste-up and typesetting; Brice had a strong background in photography. The rest they learned on the job. In 1988, Russell Reed Lambert was born, turning the family unit into a foursome. Lois was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in January 1989. She continued to work at the Eagle until 1992, when, at the age of 42, the disease left her a quadriplegic. Steroids reversed the
condition somewhat; and she had limited use of her legs and arms for a while. After five months in Dahl Memorial Nursing Home, Lois moved home to be cared for during the day by an aide. With a computer and a headset she continued to conduct interviews and write stories for the paper. She edited books, and even wrote one about her life experience entitled “In My Dreams I Can Walk.” Lois liked to laugh, and thrived on the good-natured teasing that characterizes Ekalaka. Some thought her perseverance was inspirational; Lois didn’t. She did what she could as long as she could, and when she couldn’t any more, she did something else. That’s how she kept her sanity. The couple sold the Ekalaka Eagle in 2014, and settled comfortably into retirement. Lois loved her husband, her children, and her grandchildren. She had many friends in the community, she enjoyed her work, her life, and spent much of it tackling the challenges that she met. She was preceded in death by her brother, Jim, her parents, her daughter Morgan, and stepfather Tom Sturman. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, Brice, daughter Katie (Clayton) with grandchildren Gage, Grady, and Bristol of Ekalaka; son Reed (Erica) with grandchildren Elliana, Hadley, and Roman of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; and an uncle Don (Tina) Huff of Marshall, MO. Remembrances and condolences can be made at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com.
Machelle Lucille Grimes, 56
A private Celebration of Life for Machelle “Shelly” Grimes, 56, of Ekalaka, will be held at Stevenson Funeral Home, Ekalaka. Shelly was a huge advocate of social distancing and keeping the community safe. If you wish to view the service live, please go to Stevenson Funeral Home Facebook page on Nov. 5, 2020 at 1 p.m. Shelly passed away Oct. 28, 2020 at Billings Clinic in Billings, MT. Machelle “Shelly” Lucille Grimes found God’s heavenly light on Oct. 28, 2020 at Billings Clinic in Billings, MT. She was surrounded by family and passed
peacefully. Born Feb. 23, 1964 to John and Marion Kerr in Ekalaka, Machelle loved animals big and small and making the world a little prettier by coloring, crocheting, weaving and painting creations for herself and others. She grew up in the Sheep Mountain area and enjoyed being out on the family ranch with her younger brother Justin. Machelle married Gary Grimes in 1983 and from this marriage Richard John (1983) and Eva Marie (1987) were born. She loved spending time with her children and doing what they loved - she was always up for playing video games, fishing, swimming or going on walks with the dogs in tow. Machelle finished nursing school at Western Dakota Technical Institute and became a licensed practical nurse in 1992. She came home to Ekalaka the same year and began work at Dahl Memorial Healthcare. She enjoyed every minute of taking care of people from the community, her elderly residents, and showing new nurses the ropes. In 2016, she opened
Stompin Grounds coffee shop with her daughter, Eva. There she brightened everyone’s day with her sparkly personality, caring nature and whit. Machelle was a fierce protector and very proud of her children. She was a mother to many in the community and affectionately known as Gramma Shelly at the coffee shop. She loved unicorns, believed in fairies, and playing with her two nieces, Shaun tey and Kyra. She loved and was loved by many. She will be sorely missed and fondly remembered, with every cup of coffee and rainbow. She is survived by her mother, Marion Kerr; children, Eva Grimes and Richard Grimes; nieces, Shauntey and Kyra; brother Justin and many cousins, extended family and friends as well as her beloved pets, Lily, Sasha, Kringle and her Granddogs, Max, Charlie and Roxy. Preceded in death by her father John Kerr and maternal and fraternal grandparents.
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10 YEARS AGO Friday, November 5, 2010 --
Billings Senior Nov. 9-11.
It’s time to change the clocks back one hour. Daylight Saving Time ends Nov. 7. . .Unofficial General Election results show William Randash (R) with 600 votes and John Tronstad with 533 for the County Commissioner position. . .Baker native Amie Schillinger, PA-C started seeing patients at Fallon Medical Complex Oct. 18. . .Fallon County Commission, City of Baker and Justice of Peace/City Court Judge Nicole Brown have reached a new understanding of how the two jobs performed by one person should work. The offices are proposed to be separated by Jan. 1, 2011. . .Baker Spartan football team loses playoff game, ending their 2010 season. . .Baker Lady Spartan volleyball team placed second at the district tournament and will now head to the divisional tournament in Red Lodge Nov. 4-6. . .Baker city officials met with TransCanada Oct. 27. The meeting was regarding the proposed work campsite near Baker if the proposed Keystone XL pipeline is permitted. . .Jule Walker, superintendent of Plevna Schools, was selected as the 2010-11 Superintendent of the Year for Montana. . .Five generations are pictured: Gordon Heimbuch, Brian Heimbuch, Emma Heimbuch, Kayla Kailey and Braydon Dailey.
20 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 10, 2000 --
Snow and high winds buffeted southeastern Montana for the second time in a week and kept many residents from the polls on election day. Highway 7 from Wibaux to Ekalaka was closed for an hour Thursday between 7 and 8 a.m. . .Donald Rieger defeated Leslie Crow in the County Commissioner race. . .The Harvey Reetz family will be accepting toys for the Toys for Tots program again this year. . .Spartan fans can stop at Thee Garage for free soup and sandwiches after the Baker - Cut Bank football game. The Spartans are headed into the semi-final playoff game Nov. 11 at the Baker High School football field. The Spartans defeated Broadus 6-0 Nov. 4. . .Gene Vennes of Plevna proudly displays the bull elk he harvested from the Missouri Breaks south of Malta Oct. 24. The eight year old elk weighed 900 pounds. . .Melodie Bertsch, representing MDU Resources Foundation, presented a check to David Espeland. CEO Fallon Medical Complex, for $1,500 to be used to help pay off the mammogram machine. . .Plevna Lady Cougars are conference basketball champions and are headed to the district tournament in Glendive Nov. 9-11. Baker Lady Spartan basketball team is headed to their district tournament at
30 YEARS AGO
Thursday, November 8, 1990 --
A grand opening was held at Gramma Sharon’s Nov. 4. It was a celebration of not only the new ownership of the restaurant, but also of Rustad Feed. . .High temperature Oct. 31 was 83 degrees. . .Rob Stanton captured the District Offensive Player of the Week Award at Dickinson State University. He was also named National NAIA Offensive Player of the Week. . .Seventy-five Girl Scouts enjoyed an evening of fun at the Halloween party. . .Jessie Townsend entertained two of her cousins whom she had not seen for 67 years, Oct 29. Dr. Willis Dick and wife Eleanor of Iola, KS and Pastor Avery Dick and wife Arline from Loveland, CO. . .Picture: Roger Meggers, Dan Dockter and Greg Bach with a moose Roger shot and the elk Greg shot. The three men spent two days hauling the moose and elk to their vehicles. . .Mervin and Ruth Rustad will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary Nov. 10. . .Plevna Cougars and Baker Lady Spartans are headed to district basketball tournaments in Miles City and Billings.
40 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 6, 1980 --
Nelson and Bonita Bock have accepted the call to be ministers of the American Lutheran Church in Baker. . .Nov. 3, Wally Hufford, 68, was pronounced dead at the Fallon Memorial Hospital emergency room. Cause of death was a suspected coronary. . .Western Trucking of Baker was awarded the first place safety trophy by the Montana Motor Carriers Association recently during the association’s annual convention in Missoula. They were also awarded the first place Pullman Trailmobile Safety Award in recognition of an outstanding safety record. . .Mr. and Mrs. Adam Schopp were honored on their 50th wedding anniversary with an open house. . .Harry and Dorothy Engstrom of Eugene, OR, died Oct. 22 of injuries received in a tragic highway accident near San Jose, CA. . .Robert Bergstrom is currently hospitalized in the VA Medical Center in Salt Lake City where he is undergoing treatment.
50 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 5, 1970 --
School board members of School District No. 12 amended the dress code at their Monday night meeting, Nov. 2, to allow girls from kindergarten through 12th grade to wear pant suits that are neat, in style and in vogue. . .All veterans, service men and women and their families are invited to take part in the Veterans Day activities, starting at 11 a.m. with a parade through town. . .An increase in postage on parcel will go into effect Nov. 14, postmaster Drury Phebus said. . .Voters turned out in large numbers Tuesday night to vote a strong Republican ticket through district one. Voters for the most part in Fallon County leaned a little toward the Democratic side in the local election.
60 YEARS AGO
Thursday, November 3, 1960 --
The many friends of Bill Sheehan will be glad to hear that he achieved his goal of passing the Montana Bar Examination and is now qualified to practice law in the state of Montana. . .One senior in Baker High School, Bill Simmons, has been honored for outstanding performance on the National Merit Scholastic qualifying test given last spring. . .Attending the Jaycee bowling tournament at Sidney Sunday were Rodney Fost, Walter Roth, Earl Jacobs, Arnold Davis and Delbert Schweigert. The Baker team placed second with 2895 points. . .This was a trouble free Halloween with no serious calls for the law officers.
70 YEARS AGO
Thursday, November 9, 1950 --
Nov. 4, A. W. Johnson, state supervisor for vocational education, came to Baker to assist in the formal opening of the vocational agricultural building. . .Baker Masonic Lodge entertained the Baker school faculty and their wives at a dinner Wednesday in observance of National Education Week. . .Plevna school carnival was a huge success. Alice Janz of the senior class was elected queen. Bob Hoke was chairman of the carnival committee. . .Bert Halmans moved a two story house from his farm, the former Thompson place north of Baker, for Walter Spriggs who had a basement constructed on the east side of town. . .All county officials up for re-election were returned to office. Successful candidates were L. Busch, Frank Fulton, Odin Myhre, R. R. Stevens, Teresa Stark, Oscar Rogers, John C. Riley and Al Hansen.
80 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 7, 1940 --
sevelt was elected for a third term by a sweeping vote. However, state offices were filled by Republicans. . .Friday night patrons and neighbors of Clark School District with Mrs. Nellie Aumock, teacher, enjoyed a community supper and an evening of games and visiting at the school house. . .The big day at the Webster School last week was the Halloween party. Mrs. L. R. Williams, Mrs. Sadie Wolenetz and J. W. Wolenetz helped with the party.
90 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 6, 1930 --
Ideal weather conditions as well as the great interest felt in the election were no doubt responsible for the excellent turnout at the polls Tuesday. Of the 1889 registered, 1500 cast a vote election day. Successful county candidates were V. S. Himsl, Clyde Burrel, Horace Sparks, W. F. Wilson, W. B. Franklin, R. L. Bundle, R. W. Rose, D. R. Young and Ruth A. Lyman. . .Some practical joker with a distorted sense of humor played a prank Halloween night which cost the Milwaukee Railroad several hundred dollars for repairs, some farmer the price of a new drill and endangered the lives of people who happened to be traveling when the drill was placed on the track about a mile this side of Plevna. As it happened, the engine was damaged and the train held up for temporary repairs, and the drill was completely demolished.
100 YEARS AGO Thursday, November 4, 1920 --
The election is over and the majority will rule in the United States, as heretofore. The voters of the nation have expressed their preference for the Republican candidate for president and Warren G Harding and Calvin Coolidge will be the standard bearers of the Republican party for the next four years. . .L. E. Rushton, Judge L. C. Burns, Walter Schultz and Miss Marie Holcomb deserve favorable comment for their efficient handling of the incoming reports on election night. . .Chas. Pickard sold the goods of his grocery department to the H. J. Schenck Co., and will discontinue selling groceries. Chas. was crowded and believes the space gained will make his meat market one of the best in Eastern Montana. . .B. J. Dierckman was taken to the hospital Sunday. He was fixing some spark plugs on a gasoline engine and had a bad explosion close to his face.
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November 6, 2020
The Spartan Scroll
Fallon County Times
News from the Baker Schools
Reflecting on a season like no other By The Lady Spartans Volleyball Team
As we were able to finally leave quarantine for the first time in months, one of our first thoughts was, “can we get together and have open gyms?” Once we were granted access we didn’t take any days for granted. This summer as COVID-19 was still new, the seniors had the question burning in the back of their heads; “Will I get to have my last volleyball season?” As the summer went on the chances of us being able to play were high. When Aug. 14 arrived, we started our first practice, which was a sense of relief. Soon we were able to start playing games against our opponents, with some restrictions of course. The first game of the season rolled around and we all promised each other that we would play every game like it was our last from that point on. Sadly, with each passing day this promise faded as we became more comfortable. We thought there was no way it could ever be taken away from us. Although we had many highs and lows during this season, we pulled through stronger than ever. It was as if we were on a roller coaster ride and we never wanted it to end.
As a team we accomplished so much more than we ever expected to. Instead of being fourteen players on the same team we became more like a family. This past week we received the heartbreaking news that our season was over. When hearing the words from our coach, “I wish I didn’t have to tell you this news,” we knew our season had ended. It was a hard reality to face, and for three of us this meant never stepping foot on a volleyball court again wearing that Spartan jersey. For other team members, this meant they missed out on experiencing tournaments and the rest of the 2020 season. As all fourteen of us sat together one last time hearing this news, our hearts broke. As we walked out of the room with tears rolling down our faces we reflected on our season and how far we came. Through all the good and the bad we came together as a team and we finished together as a family. We are devastated that we could not finish our season but are extremely grateful for every day we did have together. As Coach Boggs always told us, “control the controlables,” and this was just something that was out of our control. To our parents/families: We
know this season was hard with not knowing if the player you were rooting for was at any point not going to be able to compete anymore. But through it all you stuck by us and continued to support us! We hear you loud and proud in the stands and appreciate all of your cheering that motivates us to play that much harder. We want to thank you for traveling when possible to watch us play and motivating us through all the difficult and trying times this season. To BHS: Teachers, thank you for making this time a little bit easier on us and always supporting us in all that we do. Custodians, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for making sure everything is always maintained and ready to go for our games and events. Your efforts allowed us to continue to play in these facilities for as long as we were able to. Administration, thank you for arranging our games and working to fit in as many opportunities to compete together as possible. Cheerleaders, thank you for always being lively and keeping the crowd pumped up for us. Lastly, thank you to our student body who continually showed up to our games and supported us throughout this season. To Coach Boggs: Our hearts
are broken along with yours but we cannot thank you enough for the role you played this year. Although we didn’t make it easy on you at times, you got us to where we needed to be to compete. We wish we had the opportunity to prove to ourselves and everyone else what we are capable of this season. Thank you for always believing in us and being our biggest cheerleader. You have taught us about more than just volleyball, but also on how to just be good and decent people. We will carry the lessons we’ve learned from you close to our hearts. In our sixteenth second, we are proud of what we accomplished and will hold our heads up high. To our community: We can not express our gratitude enough to all of you for your outpouring love and support. Thank you for always keeping our stands full, especially during this time. Your support means more to us than you ever will know. We are proud to wear the name “Spartans” on our backs. You have all watched us grow up and become the best versions of ourselves while having all of you as role models in our lives. We know what it means to be a Spartan because of all of you. Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan.
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Fall Concert brings change of pace
HS Band
By Havyn Wilkinson
On Oct. 27 Baker band and choir students grades 6-12 held their annual Fall Concert at the Longfellow gymnasium. Although the Baker Music Department hosts a fall concert almost every single year, this year’s concert seemed to be a little different from others. For example,
instead of the usual choir robes and band suits, students wore pep band shirts, jeans, and tennis shoes. This was a nice change that many students appreciated and enjoyed! Instead of the usual rotation where students would sit in the student sections until it was their groups turn to play, the students were already seated in their designated playing areas ahead of time. These changes allowed performances to go much faster and more efficiently this way. Even though the concert was shorter than usual this year, this didn’t make the concert any less beautiful. For many this concert was a break from reality. Many parents and community members found the concert emotional and were extremely happy that the school was able to still put the concert on this year. The band and choir members were also extremely thankful for the opportunity to play again. The students were excited for the opportunity to play once again, especially since the spring concert was cancelled due to COVID-19 and the fall pep band season had to be cut quite short. Students enjoyed playing songs like Bohemian Rhapsody and A Rockin Halloween at the concert. The audience loved the fun and familiar songs and the students were excited to show-off their hard work. The band and choir looks forward to the next concert and hope that the response is just as great if not better next time!
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Spartans celebrate Red Ribbon Week By Hannah Goerndt
Every year Baker Public School participates in Red Ribbon Week. The event spreads awareness about drug abuse and is one of the most effective in the nation. SADD sponsored the event and picked out dress up days for the week. Monday was Jersey DAY, “Team Up Against Drugs-Champions Don’t Do Drugs!” Tuesday was Twisted/Crazy Day, “Drugs Get You All Twisted Up.” Wednesday was the annual Red Day, “We Are Red’y To Say No To Drugs.” Thursday was Red, White, and Blue Day, “America Day-Our Country Is Stronger Drug Free.” Friday, as the following day was Halloween, was Costume Day, “Drugs Are No Treat!” Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the members of SADD were not able to go down to the Longfellow and Lincoln Schools to give presentations about staying away from drugs. Instead the teachers opted to do their own
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events in their classrooms. At the high school, assorted gifts were handed out throughout the week, and on Wednesday, anyone who was wearing red was able to take a chance to earn a gift card. In a small tub, several rubber ducks were positioned, with two having a star and circle on the bottom, if a student picked a duck without the marking, they were able to pick from a box of prizes, but if they chose one with a marking, they would be given a gift card. At the elementary schools, students were also given assorted gifts throughout the week. Some were able to work on their sticker sheets provided by the Eastern Montana Community Mental Health Center. Students also received pencils and bookmarks from this organization this week. Although the week was different from the normal events held in the past, the week still maintained some of the excitement it always has.
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November 6, 2020
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Volleyball tournaments Third grade cinquains Daylight Saving Time By Jenna Paul
For the first time in 35 years, Plevna traveled to the 2C District Tournaments in Glendive to compete in volleyball. They played the Jordan Mustangs to start off the weekend. The first match ended 9-25. The second match concluded with the score of 8-25. The third match ended with 3-25. The varsity team traveled to Glendive once again to compete in tournaments, this time taking on the Broadus Hawks. Their first match concluded at 10-25. 4-25 lit up the board to finish the second match. Their third match ended with at 10-25. Great season girls, we all enjoyed your season of volleyball and look forward to next year!
Emma Thielen #15 dribbling for an opening.
Mrs. Benner’s third grade class recently learned about cinquains. These are poems that use a five-line pattern. Each student was tasked with writing some of their own unique cinquains. We will share a couple every week. Sophie Mellon Sophie Kind, funny Karst Rose Playing, sleep, writing Karst Writing all day Playing, socializing Sweetheart Running, jumping, gaming Helping caring and happy Calf Friend Black, brown Bunting, kicking, playing Kit They play all day Quiet, serious Cow Running, jumping, hunting Very sneaky and small Kitten Red fox Fluff, fuzzy Playing, scratching, hiding They are very playful Cat
By Dacy Buerkle
On Nov. 1, we all set our clocks back and gain an hour in our days. The controversial idea of Daylight Saving was first thought of by Benjamin Franklin. Franklin believed that the concept of Daylight Saving would save energy as people gained an hour of daylight. Although the idea of Daylight Saving came around in 1784, it was not implemented in the United States until 1918 during World War I. President Wilson set this into motion believing that it would save energy and costs that could be used in the war effort. While it is generally believed that Daylight Saving Time
was set in place to help farmers, this is a widespread myth. Most farmers actually opposed the idea of Daylight Saving as they lost an hour of daylight in the morning and had to wait to do chores. Up until 1966, there were no laws about Daylight Saving in the United States. Many cities would follow Daylight Saving while rural areas would not, leading to complete chaos. In order to contain the mess of time changes, Congress passed the Uniform Time Act of 1966. This Act forced states to either adopt or disregard the concept Daylight Saving as a whole. Today only two states do not change their clocks, Arizona and Hawaii.
Harvest of the Month – Apples By Chloe Tudor
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On Oct. 30, the junior high teams took on the Ekalaka Pups. The elementary girls’ did not have enough players for their own game. The elementary boys’ lost a close game 22 to 28. The junior high girls’ won a rough game with the final score 24 to 23. The junior high boys’ lost another close game 43 to 46. On Oct. 31, the Cougar Cubs traveled to Sacred Heart to compete. Sacred Heart had no elementary or junior high boys’ teams competing. This resulted in only one team playing, with the junior high girls’ losing 61 to 48.
Monday: Corn dog, baked beans, celery w/peanut butter, applesauce Tuesday: Beef & cheese burrito, green salad, mangoes Wednesday: Ham, scalloped potatoes, corn, baked apples Thursday: Chicken taco salad, chips w/salsa, peach crisp Friday: Beef & cheddar sub, potato soup, carrot sticks, banana Menu Subject to change. Milk served daily-White 1%, Skim, Low-Fat Chocolate. Desserts served at random. Free breakfast is served every day to ALL students
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Apples are the Harvest of the Month for October. Did you know that the wild ancestors of apples grow in the mountains of central Asia? Out of over 7,500 varieties of apples worldwide, 2,500 of these are grown in the United States. Since the 17th century, when apples made the voyage to the United States, the popularity of this fruit has grown nationally. The Bitterroot Valley, and other western and south-central regions, is the main area for apple production in Montana. Nutritionally, apples are a good source of fiber and minerals, like vitamin C and Potassium. Most of these nutrients are found right underneath the skin of the apple. When buying apples, choose those that have a firm, shiny, and smooth skin, their stem should still be intact. Their odor should never be musty, buyers should gravitate towards those that smell fresh and are not mushy. The FFA Officer Team: Dacy Buerkle, Jenna Paul, Chloe Tudor, Jaeda Paul, Sophia Schumacher, and Maddi Butori, visited the different classes on Oct. 28. They explained the origin, nutritional facts, and buying tips and then distributed sheets that contained more facts and recipes about apples. We implore everyone to eat an apple today, to keep the doctor away!
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Sat. Nov. 28- Annual Thanksgiving Special Bred HFR & Stock Cow Sale Thurs. Nov. 12- Special Weigh-Up Cow, Bull Hfrett Wed. Dec. 2- Regular Sale w/ Feeder Calf & Wed. Nov. 18- Regular Sale w/All Breeds Calf Sale Weaned Calf Sale Wed. Nov. 25- NO SALE due to Thanksgiving Wed. Dec. 9- Regular Sale w/ Feeder Cattle Sale You can now reach us on the Internet at www.lemmonlivestock.com If you have livestock to consign or would like us to stop at your ranch, please call Lemmon Livestock at 605-374-3877 or 800-822-8853 Paul Huffman Owner/Manager 605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 C & D Yards Baker, Montana 406-778-3282 Curt Williams Baker Field Rep. 406-978-2520
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November 6, 2020
Montana Youth Vote holds election
The Montana Youth Vote 2020 held its election last week in many schools throughout Montana, and election results were finalized. This year, the Youth Vote Election polled two demographics. Grades K-6 voted for the President and other age appropriate questions. Grades 7-12 voted on the full Montana state and federal ballot, including ballot initiatives. In the upper grade election, students were given the Voter Information Pamphlet and information about the candidates so they could be well versed in their choices before voting. Approximately 4,500 students from Montana schools participated in the election. Results are as follows (in order of percentage of votes): President: Donald Trump (R) 63.51% Joseph R Biden (D) 29.21% Jo Jorgensen (L) 7.28% Secretary of State: Christi Jacobsen (R) 67.77% Bryce Bennett (D) 32.23% US Senate: Steve Daines (R) 55.80% Steve Bullock (D) 44.20% Attorney General: Austin Knudsen (R) 50.15% Raph Graybill (D) 49.85% US House: Matt Rosendale (R) 61.38% Kathleen Williams (D) 38.62% State Auditor:
Troy Downing (R) 58.77% Shane A Morigeau (D) 32.05% Roger Roots (L) 9.18% Governor: Greg Gianforte (R) 55.71% Mike Cooney (D) 30.31% Lyman Bishop (L) 13.98% Supt of Public Instruction: Elsie Arntzen (R) 49.75% Melissa Romano (D) 38.93% Kevin Leatherbarrow (L) 11.32% Supreme Court Justice #5: Laurie McKinnon 51.77% Mike Black 48.23% Supreme Court Justice #6: Jim Shea – Retain 79.30% - Not Retain 20.70% Constitutional Amendment C-46: Yes 68.24% No 31.76% Constitutional Amendment C-47: Yes 67.14% No 32.86% Constitutional Initiative CI-118: Yes 60.52% No 39.48% Legislative Referendum No 130: Yes 51.09% No 48.91% Initiative No. 190 Yes 57.73% No 42.27%
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Daines announces Montana Veterans, Gold Star Families to get free entrance to National Parks U.S. Senator Steve Daines today announced that the Department of the Interior will grant Montana veterans and Gold Star Families free access to national parks and other public lands starting Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2020. “Montana veterans and Gold Star Families have given so much defending our freedom. I’m thankful to the Trump administration and Secretary Bernhardt for granting free admission to our national parks and public lands for our nation’s heroes and Gold Star Families,” Daines said.
Earlier this year, Daines introduced bipartisan legislation to provide Gold Star Families free admission into national parks and other federal public lands. Gold Star Family members are those who are next of kin of a member of the United States Armed Forces who lost his or her life in a “qualifying situation,” such as a war, an international terrorist attack, or a military operation outside of the United States while serving with the United States Armed Forces.
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Farm Bureau comments on gray wolf removal from Endangered Species List
Deadline to apply December 31 Did you know that parents and guardians with children who are unable to return to childcare or school during the pandemic may be eligible for a $4,000 in-home care scholarship? The “COVID-19 Special Circumstance Scholarship” funds is earmarked for families requiring in-home Child Care for immune-compromised, special needs children, and or family members. To date the program has awarded $1,240,000 to over 300 families. Who: Montana Families with children 0-18 experiencing unique or special circumstances. What: A scholarship opportunity paying for in-home care of children unable to attend school
The Department of the Interior announced it has removed the gray wolf from the endangered species list, signaling a successful recovery under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The gray wolf spent more than four decades on the endangered species list. The population is now thriving in the lower 48 states. “This should be heralded as a success story of the Endangered Species Act,” noted Montana Farm Bureau Executive Vice President John Youngberg. “The gray wolf in Montana has already been delisted and state and tribal management is working well. When the numbers required by
MontanaPBS will air its new feature-length documentary, “Keeping the Barn,” at 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 9. The 90-minute show follows the Brouwer family near Manhattan as they struggle with the cost and complication of fixing the roof on their barn. The program also features Montana families from the mountains of the southwest to the prairies of the northeast as they try to maintain their historic barns. “It was a privilege to document some of the rich history and heritage of these beautiful barns,” said John Twiggs, the film’s producer and director. “More importantly, we wanted to tell the stories of the families who care for these buildings.” MontanaPBS has also launched a “Keeping the Barn” photo contest, which asks viewers around the state to document their local barns through photographs. All submissions will be judged by the production team at MontanaPBS and will put entrants in the running for a prize package courtesy of the station. To view the film description, information about the photo contest and more, visit montanapbs.org/ keepingthebarn.
a scientific study are reached, it’s time to delist that species. In the case of the gray wolf, those states where they have already been delisted are managing the species well, limiting conflict with livestock and keeping a check on the reduction of wildlife numbers - yet still have the species thrive.” State and tribal wildlife management agencies will now be responsible for the management and protection of the gray wolf. “This is an Endangered Species Act success story,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “The gray wolf joins more than 50 other animals,
including the bald eagle, as an example of how careful management and partnerships between federal and state agencies can result in the successful recovery of a once-threatened species. The gray wolf population is now thriving so it is appropriate to turn management over to the states, which can oversee the species in a way that is most appropriate for each region.” Over 1,600 species remain on the federal threatened and endangered list. Delisting the gray wolf allows the Department of the Interior to focus resources on other species in need of recovery.
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or traditional child care due to or related to COVID-19. Every family has different needs When: Families can apply NOW (or until funds are expended) How: Complete the online application and follow the instructions for returning it to HRDC 7. If you are unsure of your eligibility, you are still encouraged to complete and file your application. Call HRDC 7, 406247-4732 if you need an alternative application. Questions or completed applications may be emailed to cc@hrdc7.org More information and application www.hrdc7.org under “Services” in Child Care. Examples of Special Circumstances or Needs: 1. Compromised heath of
New MontanaPBS documentary, ‘Keeping the Barn,’ to premiere Nov. 9
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FARM/RANCH HELP WANTED: Located in the rolling hills between Baker and Ekalaka, Montana with access to two great school systems. This is a 1/3 farming 1/3 ranching and 1/3 mechanics position with an equivalent wage starting over $20 an hour. Includes use of modern five-bedroom home, the chance to run your own cows with the first 20 for free, along with other miscellaneous benefits. Must have two yrs of full-time experience, a CDL helpful but not required and is an alcohol/smoke free workplace. Call 406-975-6236. 44-46c
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CARD OF THANKS Denver, CO 80201. 36-38p CARD OF THANKS: The family of John Robert Rusley would like to say a very special and heartfelt Thank You for the beautiful cards, flowers, gifts of food and memorials. We cherish the prayers, hugs, love and support during this time of loss of our beloved husband, father, brother and grandpa/papa. Love to all in Christ Jesus, Sharon Rusley Wayne Rusley and Sandy Phillip and Lori Rusley, Dakotah and Maryssa Katrina and Jim Johnson, Kirsten and Garrett Gary Rusley 45c ____________________________ CARD OF THANKS: After my stay in Billings Hospital, I want to
child and/or family member 2. Children with developmental and physical disabilities 3. Children with behavioral or emotional conditions 4. Foster families or kinship families needing respite 5. Remote learning support Some things to know: •The program is focused on “special circumstances” caused by COVID-19 that require a child or children to be at home. •Applicants must provide detailed information regarding your “special circumstance” to most efficiently process your application. •Eligibility is based on special or unique circumstances. Every family’s circumstance may be different.
thank all the people who were so kind to me. I would especially like to thank Steve and Tami and Trisha and Chris for everything they did for me. I want to thank all the people that sent me cards and everyone who sent their kind wishes on Facebook. It really raised by spirits and I thank you all so very much. Gary Olsen (GO) 45p
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NOTICE message if no answer. 45-46c NOTICE: Baker, MT. Gun Show, Nov. 6, 7, 8, 2020. Thee Garage, 50 - 8’ tables - $30. Free admission. Open to the public.Friday 3-7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Contact Rick Stark,
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING City of Baker Board of Adjustment Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom 10 West Fallon Ave. Baker, MT 59313 (All information related to this notice can be viewed at the Fallon County Planning Department) The Board of Adjustment will conduct a Public Hearing on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, at 7 p.m. in the Fallon County Courthouse Courtroom. The proposed public hearing is handicap accessible. The purpose of this hearing is to review a Conditional Use Permit for the Sagebrush Inn to allow a 30’ camper to be parked behind the Motel located at 518 West Montana Ave., Baker, MT. 17.08.035 - Conditional use; conditional use permit. (1) “Conditional use” means a use that is not a permitted use in a zoning district due to its unique characteristics and circumstances. It may be permitted subject to conditions that mitigate the impacts associated with the use.(2) “Conditional use permit” means the written permit authorized by the board of adjustment to locate a conditional use at a particular location. Written comments may be sent to the Fallon County Planning Department, P.O. Box 1134, Baker, MT 59313, or via email grubem@falloncounty.net. All interested parties are encouraged to attend. 44-46c MNAXLP ____________________________ PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Monday, Nov. 16, 2020
7 p.m. Plevna Community Center Plevna, MT (All information pertaining to this notice can be obtained from the Fallon County Planning Department) The Town of Plevna Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on Monday, Nov. 16, 2020, at p.m. at the Plevna Community Center located on Main Street. The purpose of this meeting is to consider a zone change request submitted by 4J Well Service from Residential to Commercial. The Town of Plevna Council will conduct their public hearing surrounding this zone change request and consider the Town of Plevna Zoning Commission’s recommendation at the Town Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, Dec. 14, 2020, at 7 p.m. at the Town of Plevna Town Hall. 4J Well Service has submitted an application for a Zone Change Request. The property in question is located at the Plevna Original Townsite, Block 11, lots 6,7,8,9,10, Plevna, MT. This is zoned Residential and 4J Well Service is requesting to change it to Commercial. The purpose of this zone change is to change the use to a Storage facility for RV Storage, which could be considered a Commercial use. 76-2-307. Zoning commission. In order to avail itself of the powers conferred by this part, except 762-306, the city or town council or other legislative body shall appoint a commission, to be known as the zoning commission, to recommend the boundaries of the various original districts and appropriate regulations to be enforced therein. Such commission shall make a preliminary report and hold public hearings thereon before submitting its final report, and such city or town council or other legislative body shall not hold its public hearings or take action until it has received the final report of such commission.
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MSRP ....................................................... $53,700
MSRP ....................................................... $53,305
MSRP ....................................................... $50,505
F-Series Retail Customer Cash .............. --$3,250
F-Series Retail Customer Cash .............. --$3,250
Special Package Retail Customer Cash ....... --$1,000
Bonus Customer Cash............................ --$1,500
Bonus Customer Cash............................ --$1,500
F-Series Retail Customer Cash ................. --$500
Final Price .............................................................
Final Price .............................................................
Final Price .............................................................
$48,950
2020 Ford Edge Titanium Crossover
MSRP ....................................................... $47,385
$48,555
2020 Ford Explorer XLT SUV
$49,005
2020 Ford Edge Titanium Crossover
Retail Trade-In Assistance Bonus Cash ........... --$1,000
MSRP ....................................................... $47,325 Retail Bonus Cash .................................. --$2,500 Select Inventory Retail Customer Cash........... --$750 Retail Customer Cash ............................... --$500 Final Price ............................................... $43,575 Retail Trade-In Assistance Bonus Cash ........... --$1,000
MSRP ....................................................... $46,265 Retail Bonus Cash .................................. --$3,500 Select Inventory Retail Customer Cash........ --$1,000 Retail Customer Cash ............................... --$500 Final Price ............................................... $41,265 Retail Trade-In Assistance Bonus Cash ........... --$1,000
Conditional Final Price ............
Conditional Final Price ............
Conditional Final Price ............
Retail Bonus Cash .................................. --$3,500 Retail Customer Cash ............................ --$1,000 Final Price ............................................... $42,885
$41,885
2020 Ford Ranger Lariat Truck
MSRP ....................................................... $43,940 Retail Customer Cash ............................ --$2,250 Select Inventory Retail Customer Cash .......... --$750
Final Price .............................................................
2020 Ford F-150 Lariat Truck
MSRP ....................................................... $60,675
Conditional Final Price ..............
2020 Ford Superduty F-250 XL Truck
2020 Ford F-150 Lariat Truck
$71,820
MSRP ....................................................... $60,875
$65,655
2021 Ford F-150 Supercrew Truck
Final Price ..................................................................
$74,390
$78,440
2020 Ford F-150 Lariat Truck
F-Series Retail Customer Cash ...................... --$500
Final Price ............................................................
2020 Ford Superduty F-350 XL Truck
2020 Ford Superduty F-350 XL Truck
MSRP ....................................................... $43,830
F-Series Retail Customer Cash ................. --$500
F-Series Retail Customer Cash ................. --$500
Final Price ......................................................................
Final Price .............................................................
$43,330
2020 Ford Edge SEL Crossover
MSRP ....................................................... $43,115 Retail Bonus Cash .................................. --$2,500 Retail Customer Cash ............................ --$1,000 Select Inventory Retail Customer Cash....... --$500 Final Price ............................................... $39,115 Retail Trade-In Assistance Bonus Cash ...... --$1,000
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Conditional Final Price ..............
Conditional Final Price ..............
$38,115
$40,265
MSRP ....................................................... $43,830
$40,940
2020 Ford Edge ST Line Crossover
$42,575
$37,100
$43,330
2020 Ford Ranger XLT Truck
MSRP .............................................................$38,180
Retail Customer Cash............................... --$1,750 Select Inventory Retail Customer Cash....... --$750 Final Price ..................................................................
$35,680
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Law Enforcement
Baker Police Department
•proactive patrols of schools, businesses and residential areas. Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 406-778-2222.
From the Bench
Justice Court
•Chance M. Ehret, Scobey, criminal mischief pecuniary loss less than $1,500, fine of $585, jail of 180 days with 180 days suspended on conditions for six months, ticket issued 2/1/2020.
City Court
•John D. Billups, Baker, cruelty to animals, overworking, beating, torturing, injuring, or killing the animal, 1st offense, dismissed by Prosecution, ticket issued 9/20/20. •John D. Billups, Baker,
cruelty to animals, failure to provide food and water, 1st offense, dismissed by Prosecution, ticket issued 9/20/20. •Candice K. Melton, Grants Pass, OR, speeding, 25 MPH urban district, day, 45/35, bond forfeited $20, ticket issued 10/3/2020. •Louis E. Pogliano, Wilmington, IL, criminal trespass to vehicles, deferred Imposition of Sentence, fine of $185, deferred Imposition of Sentence for a period of 90 days (1/28/2021), ticket issued 9/18/2020.
Legal Tip of the Week Did you know … how to ask for a security freeze? A security freeze is one of the most effective ways to prevent identity theft. A security freeze allows you to proactively “lock up” your credit information so no one can access it without your permission. This prevents a thief from using your information to establish new credit, like taking out a new mortgage, applying for a credit card, or getting financing. A security freeze will not lower your credit score or prevent you from getting a copy of your own credit report. To learn more, read our article “How to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft” on www.MontanaLawHelp.org. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, try our smart search bar. Or call the Montana Legal Services Association HelpLine at 1-800-6666899. Support free legal information for all Montanans at mtlsa. org/donate/.
Rost is offically a Montclair State University Red Hawk MONTCLAIR, NJ - Great things start here. Montclair State University welcomes Rachel Rost, of Baker, MT who plans to study Music Therapy. About the Fall 2020 freshman class: •3,100+ newly enrolled students •3.27 average high school GPA
•35% identify as Hispanic and 19% as African American •From 22 states, plus Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and all 21 counties in New Jersey •Top six choices of major: Psychology, Business Administration, Biology, Educational Foundations, Computer Science, Exercise Science
A day to honor all veterans
The month of November is a special time for the nation’s veterans. While Memorial Day honors fallen soldiers and service people, Veteran’s Day, which takes place each November, is an opportunity to commemorate the efforts of all who have been in the armed forces, with a special emphasis on living veterans. While people are encouraged to thank veterans throughout the year, Veteran’s Day is a particularly poignant time to show your appreciation for the men and women of the military. Veteran’s Day takes place on Nov. 11 and marks an important moment in history. On Nov. 11, 1918, World War I, known at the time as “The Great War,” unofficially ended when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, took place between Germany and the Allied nations on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. World War I ended on paper when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919. In November 1919, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Nov. 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Armistice Day became a federal holiday in the United States in 1938. However, after subsequent wars, including World War II and the Korean War, veterans’ service organizations lobbied for Armistice Day to be revised so it would be more inclusive of all veterans. On June 1, 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed legislation to strike the word “Armistice” from the holiday’s name in favor of “Veterans.” Since then, Nov. 11 has been known as “Veterans Day” and has honored veterans of all wars. Veterans Day was moved to the fourth Monday in October for roughly seven years under the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which sought to ensure three-day weekends for federal employees by celebrating certain national holidays on Mondays. But since Nov. 11 bore such significance, many states disapproved and continued to observe the holiday on Nov. 11. In 1975, President Gerald Ford signed legislation to return the observation of Veterans Day to Nov. 11 beginning in 1978. Should the day fall on a Saturday or Sunday, the federal government observes the holiday on the previous Friday or following Monday, respectively, according to History.com. The United States isn’t the only country to celebrate its veterans. Canada, Great Britain, Australia, and France also commemorate the veterans of World War I and II on or near Nov. 11 as Remembrance Day or Remembrance Sunday.
COVID-19 continues to impact Montana, Fallon County Staff Report
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have an increasing impact, both on Fallon County and the state of Montana as November starts. At the local level, the number of active cases continue to increase. The county health department announced Nov. 1 that there had been a jump of 12 new cases bringing the number of active cases back to 31. Although the county had 70 cases listed as recovered, it brought the total number of cases up to 101. “People should not panic. It is, however, something people should take seriously and do their part,” a spokesperson for the county health department stated on its Facebook page. “Contact tracing is currently being completed and the number of contacts is, at times, overwhelming. Please try to follow the guidelines and limit unnecessary exposure to others outside of your direct circle.” Between Sunday and Monday, the number of people hospitalized in the county had jumped from one to three. The numbers for active cases have fluctuated around 30 since Oct. 23 when it had jumped from just 21 a few days earlier and down to 14 at mid-October. The county adopted a mask mandate in the final week of September after the fourth active case met the requirements set by Gov. Steve Bullock earlier in the year. Since then, the lowest level in the county for active cases has been six when the Oct. 13 information was posted online by the county health department. At that time, there had been just 27 cases in the county and 33 contacts being monitored. According to the county health department, there are more than 100 contacts that are being mon
itored as of Monday. That means the number of cases since that October low has almost quadrupled. The lone bright spot locally is the fact that Fallon County has yet to have a recorded fatality tied to the pandemic. At the state level, Montana had 34,252 confirmed COVID-19 cases as of Monday, with 757 new cases being added. The state lists 21,496 people as recovered, with 12,370 active. There are 386 people hospitalized in the state, and 1,373 who have had to be hospitalized so far this year. That number of new cases was a downward shift after more than 1,100 cases were added Oct. 29. That was followed by 887 cases a day later. Yellowstone County still is the hottest area in the state, with a total of 7,182 cases so far this year and a total of 2,763 active cases. Flathead County was next with 3,686 cases so far this year and Gallatin County followed with 3,607 active cases this year. At the state level, 386 COVID-19 related fatalities have been reported. Custer County still has a much larger problem with the pandemic than its eastern neighbor. According to the state statistics, Custer County has 133 active cases, with a total of 229 recovered and five fatalities. That county has had 367 confirmed cases. To the south of Fallon County, Carter County has 29 active cases, with 51 cases listed as recovered and 80 total confirmed cases. The county also has had three COVID-19 related fatalities so far in 2020. Prairie County has just one active case, with 32 listed as recovered and 33 total confirmed cases this year. Wibaux County, north of Fallon County, has five active cases, with 40 recovered and 45 confirmed cases this year. Wibaux County has not had a fatality yet.
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Tester urges Defense Department to provide swift financial relief for retired veterans impacted by New TRICARE enrollment fees
Senator requests 12-month grace period for impacted beneficiaries to ensure no former servicemember loses TRICARE coverage during ongoing COVID-19 crisis As the Defense Health Agency (DHA) moves to implement new TRICARE Select enrollment fees, U.S. Senator Jon Tester is urging the Department of Defense (DOD) to swiftly provide a 12-month grace period for impacted veterans to ensure no retiree loses health care coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The COVID-19 pandemic has had unprecedented impacts on the health and economy of our nation,” Tester wrote to Defense Secretary Mark Esper. “No military retiree or their loved ones should be at risk of losing their health care coverage and not receiving the care they need in the midst of this pandemic. By implementing a 12-month grace period, the Department can ensure that all military retirees and their families have adequate time and notice to meet the new TRICARE Select requirements and maintain their health care coverage. Those who have selflessly served our nation deserve to have access to affordable, high-quality health care.” On Jan. 1, 2021, monthly enrollment fees for Group A retirees using TRICARE Select will go into effect, jeopardizing the medical coverage of countless former servicemen and women. Montana was home to 37,000 TRICARE beneficiaries in fiscal year 2019. Tester highlighted, “As you know, it is unlikely that Congress could move swiftly enough to provide relief before the change takes effect, based upon how little time is left in the legislative calendar. By contrast, there is ample time for DOD to take action, and it is within your authority to do so. Implementing a grace period to pay new TRICARE Select enrollment fees would also be in keeping with recent decisions by the Department.”
Election 2020
By Jim Cusimano, Big Sky Financial Planning Group
Managing Your Emotions. 45% of consumers with $100,000 or more investable assets expect to make changes to their investments due to the upcoming 2020 presidential election. 1 No matter how you look at it, that’s a startling statistic. Second-guessing your investment strategy is natural, especially with an election on the horizon. Emotions are running high as many are divided about what may happen to the financial markets with the election just weeks away. That makes this a great time to remember that investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon, and tolerance for risk. If you’re concerned that the upcoming election may change one of these key factors, perhaps it’s time to review your portfolio. Or, if you are concerned about one or more of the policies being discussed by the presidential candidates, speaking with your financial professional is never a bad idea. More often than not, they will welcome the chance to hear your perspective and can provide some guidance. It can be difficult to mind one’s emotions when it comes to investing, and if the election introduces new economic factors, this may be more challenging than ever. If you decide to change your portfolio, make sure you’re speaking with your financial professional first and avoiding decisions based on an emotional response to a current event. Investing involves risks, and investment decisions should be based on your own goals, time horizon and tolerance for risk. The return and principal value of investments will fluctuate as market conditions change. When sold, investments may be worth more or less than their original cost. Citations 1. HartfordFunds, 2020
~• Senior Hour •~ By Daris Howard
Have you ever had what you considered was a good idea, only to have it backfire? Something that happened recently because of the COVID-19 virus is a case in point. Many stores tried having what they called Senior Hour when only senior citizens could come into the store. The idea was that the seniors would stay away from everyone else and not bring the sickness back to their homes. Also, a critical part of the thinking was that by not allowing anyone else in, the numbers would be reduced, and there would be a natural form of social distancing. In the beginning days of the virus, I saw many big box stores announce that they would do this. I am about to the age I could qualify, but I hate to think of myself as a senior citizen. So, I just took my chances with everyone else. There were a lot of points of failure built into this supposedly good idea. The first was that many stores had their senior hour before or after regular open times. This meant it was either after many senior citizens had gone to bed or before they got up. I’m sure there are a few seniors it worked for. My mother would be one. She has called me at four in the morning, still stuck in the schedule from when we had cows to milk. But for many, it just wasn’t convenient. Still, with the stores trying to help protect their senior customers, I couldn’t fault them for trying. But there were two other issues that ended up being even more of a problem. The first issue was that some stores advertised it so heavily that many senior citizens thought they were no longer allowed to shop at regular hours. I know some who got up early or stayed up late just because they thought if they went at standard times, they would be turned away. This information made some stores fuller during the senior hour than during the regular times of the day. But the biggest issue of all
was the lack of foresight this policy had in specific communities, especially combined with some seniors’ idea that they had to go during that time. My sister-in-law, Tammy, moved in with her father to help take care of him. He had previously moved to a community that was almost all senior citizens. When a big store chain announced that all their stores nationwide would have a senior hour early in the morning, it was big news in that community. There were lots of advertisements, much discussion on social media, and talk about it all over town. Tammy’s father suggested that she go shopping at that time. She was old enough to qualify. She also considered that it might help her avoid bringing anything home to him. So when she needed to make a grocery run, she got up early and made the trek to the store. What she found was not convenience and social distancing, but pure chaos. Since almost everyone in the community was a senior citizen, most of the citizens were there. There were so many people that there was hardly a square foot of the store that didn’t have someone already standing in it. Social distancing was impossible. And the lines were clear to the back of the store. Everyone was irritable from getting up early, and the overworked store clerks were not happy. Tammy decided to turn around and go home. Later in the day, during regular hours, she went back to the store. There were so few cars in the parking lot that she almost wondered if the store was closed. But it was open, and virtually no one was there. She quickly got everything she needed and went to check out. There were no lines, and some clerks were even waiting for customers to come to their stands. As she was checking out, Tammy told the clerk about her experience earlier that morning. The clerk nodded. “In this community, it shouldn’t be senior hour - it should be senior day. Every day.”
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Villa Happenings Happy Birthday!!
Pictured are Superior Care Villa residents Allan Wang and Ruth Deviney who celebrated birthdays on Oct. 28.
The Baker Fire Department, held their annual Ladies Night and awards supper on the evening of Oct. 24. This year Chief’s Award went Les Njos (left) and Firefighter of the year went to Bryce Kramlick (right).
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Thank you to all
of our veterans and their families for your service, dedication, courage and sacrifice.
Fallon County Times
For your bravery, hard work and dedication to our country,
we thank you.
Baker Metal & Recycling
The Bank of Baker
Honoring all who served . . .
“This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.” - Elmer Davis
406-778-2710
To be a veteran, one must know and determine one’s price for freedom. Because Freedom isn’t Free
Fallon County Employees
Member FDIC 406-778-3382
Happy Veterans Day! 406-778-2519
Honoring and remembering the brave veterans who fought . . . to give us a safe and peaceful place to live in. C&M Oilfield Service
VETERANS DAY
- Remember all who served Circle R Steel 406-772-5660
The Graham Families
To those who courageously gave their lives . . . and those who bravely fight today . . .
THANK YOU! Griffith Excavating 406-778-3401
Thank you
for serving our country and protecting our freedoms! Griffith Steel 406-778-3891
NOVEMBER 11
Honoring and Saluting our Heroes!
Thank You Veterans! Heiser’s Bar and Casino 406-778-2001
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Bring in proof of military service & receive 10% off on Veterans Day
To all of America’s veterans & members of the US Armed forces: This Veterans Day We Salute YOU and Thank You for your service to America!
Some People Dream the Dream Some People Live the Dream Some People Defend the Dream God Bless The Defenders!
406-978-3900
406-778-2167
Jackson Village
The willingness of America’s veterans to sacrifice for our country has earned them our lasting gratitude.
Happy Veterans Day F&D Oilfield Maintenance
Northside Truck & Auto
To those who fought, to those who tried, to those who gave their very lives.
WE REMEMBER!
406-778-2920
Veterans Day! In memory of those who served . . . In honor of those who serve us now! Quality Transportation and QT, Inc. 406-778-3304
Thank you from a grateful nation to all who have and do serve. Honoring and remembering all who have fallen.
Stevenson Funeral Home 406-778-3346