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ISSUE 17
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FALLON County
BAKER, MONTANA 59313
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Health Fair advocating a change in routine By Lori Kesinger This year’s community health fair is slated for Wednesday, April 29, at the Baker High School McGonigal Gymnasium from 6 a.m. - 1 p.m. Coordinators of the event are anticipating a little something for everyone again this year. The tenth annual Southeastern Montana Health Fair themed “Change Your Routine in 2015” will feature various screenings, demonstrations and community booths on various health topics. Representation from 41 various organizations and vendors will be readily available addressing a full range of health-related topics from nutrition advice to dental problems as well as eye care services to preventative programs to name a few. Screenings that will be available are quick assessments or tests to help identify individuals who may be at risk for disease or health complications. Basic blood draws will be taken from 6 - 11 a.m. for $35, additional allinclusive testing $130. Individuals planning to have their blood drawn should fast for 12 hours but may have water. Fallon Medical Complex Dietary will be serving a free will donation breakfast from 6 11 a.m.
Local law enforcement will be providing children’s fingerprinting and “Medication Take Back” services. Health fair attendees are encouraged to bring their expired and unused prescription medications to ensure proper disposal. Individuals with medical sharps, i.e. needles, are also encouraged to bring those in safe containers to the health fair lab for proper disposal. Second grade students will receive an introduction to the health fair through a mini workshop. The second grade classes will receive petri dishes to culture cells, i.e. door knobs, money, sneezes. The dishes will be returned to FMC lab to be incubated, then brought back to the classes to teach students about germs. Third through sixth grade students will be able to participate in a scavenger hunt and poster contest. Students participating in the scavenger hunt with the correct answers will have a chance to win a bike. This year a boy’s bike and a girl’s bike have been donated. First through third poster winners will win Baker Bucks. Camp Scrubs, which is an introduction to the field of nursing and health care, is being offered this year to high school freshmen and sophomores from Baker, Plevna, Ekalaka, and Wibaux. The Fallon County Ambulance and Valley
Basic blood draws will be taken from 6 - 11 a.m. at the Southeastern Montana Health Fair.
Med Flight helicopter will be on location for a special look inside these emergency equipped transporters. The Montana Health Network will also have a simulator on site. Beta Sigma Phi members will have a booth for
Peace Lutheran celebrating 100 years By Laurie MacKay In the early years of the 20th century, southeastern Montana was being homesteaded. The area of Plevna was settled by German-Russians, many of whom came from South Dakota. They had helped their friends and family who homesteaded there, and then moved to the Plevna area to settle on land of their own. As their ancestors had done, they brought the church beliefs with them and so was the beginnings of the Lutheran Church in Plevna. Pastors traveled from Scranton, ND for services to administer the sacraments in local homes. In 1914 on April 26, the Peace Lutheran congregation was officially organized and after meeting in a school house for one year, the church building was constructed. Membership fluctuated from 117 in 1917 to 56 in 1923 when many families realized they could not live on a half section of land. In the 1940s, membership grew again and it became evident the church building was too small. It was rebuilt, adding a new basement and lengthened to almost twice its original size. The new church was dedicated July 6, 1952. Peace Lutheran Church is planning a 100 year anniversary celebration Sunday,
June 7, 2015 at the church in Plevna. There have been many changes over the years including the recent addition of beautiful stained glass windows half of which will be dedicated during the 100th anniversary celebration. Watch for more details as the celebration event is planned. It is the hope that past and present pastors, members and neighboring churches come to help them celebrate.
Montana Meth Project -“Meth: Not Even Once” Warnings of methamphetamine use will once again be publicized this summer through sculptures, on buildings, and the internet as the Montana Meth Project brings its third public message contest for teens. Methamphetamine is a powerfully addictive drug that has devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities. Its use remains a serious problem in Montana. Meth causes dramatic changes in the brain and using the drug can lead to depression, paranoia, violent behavior, and other serious mental disorders. Meth also destroys the body, and can cause fatal kidney and lung problems, liver damage, convulsions, even strokes. The Montana Meth Project was formed to
reduce meth use in the state by arming people with the facts about meth. The message “Not Even Once” speaks to how highly addictive meth is. With Paint the State, teens have the opportunity to take that message, and through their original artwork, get the word out about meth. The contest encourages teens to use their creativity and passion in a whole new way for a very important cause. Paint the State will build on the success of the 2006 and 2010 Paint the State contests, when teens all over Montana created more than 1,000 works of art, making it the largest public art contest in history. Teens age 12 and older may register as individuals or in teams of four to participate and compete for up to $10,000 in cash
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Baker graduate serving aboard aircraft carrier By Lori Kesinger A 1995 Baker High School graduate is serving on the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, recently dispatched to the waters off Yemen to join other American ships prepared to intercept any Iranian weapons shipments to Houthi rebels fighting in Yemen. Kenneth (K.C.) Lab is a counselor aboard the carrier. Having served in the US Navy for almost 16 years, the risk of the current mission is not new to him. The Roosevelt, along with the USS Normandy, a guided-missile cruiser, left the Persian Gulf on April 19 en route for the Arabian Sea, to help enforce the blockade. If the Iranians are delivering arms and violating United Nations resolutions, it could initiate a confrontation with the Navy. Lab, his wife, Carly, and three daughters live in San Marcos, California. He is currently on deployment for eight months with tentative port in November. Lab is the son of Larry and Jan Schell of Baker and Dean and Deanna Lab of Utah. “I would ask people to pray for all the military in the area,” Jan Schell requested.
Vintage photo of Peace Lutheran Church.
Peace Lutheran Church 100 year anniversary celebration will be held Sunday, June 7 in Plevna.
the Fallon Community Fund Drive. Donations will continue to be used to help defray medical expenses for members of the community. The health fair is free except for the low-cost testing.
awards in three categories. The three categories are video, outdoor/sculpture, and artwork/photography. Participants are asked to use the “Meth: Not Even Once” logo, tagline, or other antimeth theme, a little inspiration, and a lot of imagination to create a work of art - any style, any medium - that’s clearly visible by the general public. Contestants must register by April 30, and their entries must be on public display from at least July 16 through September 15. Winners will be announced September 18. For more information and contest rules, visit montanameth.org.
FAA makes safety commitment on Air Force expansion By Lori Kesinger Senator Steve Daines secured a commitment from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to maintain a high level of aviation safety in southeastern Montana in the wake of the Powder River Training Complex (PRTC) expansion, according to recent statements. The FAA is working on the final plans to allow military training exercises at the newly formed PRTC over the Dakotas, Wyoming, and Montana, including most of Fallon County. Last month, the FAA approved the expansion of the Air Force PRTC spanning nearly 35,000 square miles, the largest in the continental United States. The airspace will be used by B-1 bomber aircrews from Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota and B-52 bomber aircrews from Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. In last week’s Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee hearing, Senator Daines prompted FAA Administrator Michael Huerta to assure the FAA would take steps to maintain safe skies in southeastern Montana.
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FILES OF THE TIMES 10 YEARS AGO Friday, April 29, 2005 -After owning and operating the Sagebrush Inn for 29 years, Del and Jan Kenitzer have sold the facility to a young couple from southern California, Chris and Cheryl Duke. . . High temperature April 24 was 72 degrees. . . Registered voters are asked to vote May 3. There is only one issue on the ballot - the county is asking voters to approve or disapprove continuing ten mills for two years for upkeep and maintenance of Fallon Medical Complex. . . Jayden Entzel of Rhame was the winner of Incredibles DVD in Reynolds’ Easter Contest. . . Ray Maier will celebrate his 75th birthday May 1. . . Baker School Board held a special meeting Apr. 25 to cancel the mill levy election. The legislature passed HB 624, which allows disequalized districts to use any of the last five years’ budgets. . . Baker Car Club met Apr. 15. Agenda for the meeting was to name the car club and form a committee to oversee the car show and to work together to schedule cruises for the club. They decided on Classic Cruisers Club as their name. . . Russell’s Clothing is celebrating its grand opening under new owners, Don and Merri Beck, and the 89th anniversary of the store, May 5-7. . . Bea Siring celebrated her 90th birthday Apr. 9. 20 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 28, 1995-Trustworthy Hardware has been purchased and the name has been changed. Randy and Donna Morris are the new owners of Hardware Hank located in the Lake City Shopping Center. The store has been completely remodeled and several departments have been expanded. . . The Corner Bar and T.A.W., Inc. will sponsor “Battle On The Prairie”, an invitational bullriding event June 3 and 4. . . Montana Lt. Governor Dennis Rehberg will travel to Fallon County next week to visit with county commissioners, city officials, and the public. . . A piece of Baker history came crashing to the ground last week when the Baker Drive-In Theater was torn down to make room for impending road construction. . . Barb Klang was recognized by the E.F. Foundation for her support, guidance and counseling of international exchange students. . . Country Lake Greenhouse will be opening May 1. . . . Lea Grainger celebrated her 87th birthday April 19. 30 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 25, 1985-Molly Barefoot and Karl Mueller were chosen prom queen and king at the junior prom held last Saturday. . . Daylight saving time starts Apr. 28. . . Margetta’s Family Diner will open Apr. 29. It is located in the Lake City Shop-
ping Center. . . Bernice and Emmett Gregerson will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary May 4. . . 501 Shrink to Fit Levi’s are now on sale at Samsel’s for $14.88. . . . Fallon County’s delegates to the 38th annual Montana Girls State are Tricia Strangford and Pam Feisthamel from Baker and Heidi Bickle from Plevna. Alternates are Kim Quenzer from Baker and Traci Thielen from Plevna. . . Baker Homecraft Club elected officers and they are as follows: president Shirley Barth, vice president Sharon Nordahl, secretary-treasurer Sarah Schueler, and sunshine lady Billie Jo Losing. 40 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 24, 1975-A two car head-on collision took the lives of two children Apr. 22 when a 1973 GMC pickup driven by John Soyland, 31, of Colstrip and a 1965 Dodge car driven by Shane Waples, 17, a student in Plevna working at the Fred Berzel ranch met on the crest of a hill nine miles south of the six mile turn-off of Highway 12. Riding with Waples were Steven Berzel, 7 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Freddie Berzel, and Brenda Askin, 8 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roy “Chunky” Askin. Both children were killed instantly, Waples and Soyland were taken to the Holy Rosary Hospital for treatment. . . Sandy Kinsey, nurse in charge of the newly organized Plevna Health Center, is shown visiting with Mrs. Tom Judge, representing the Governor, at the open house last week. Besides Mrs. Kinsey, RN, others involved in the project are Charles Neumann, president; Leon Rieger, vice president; Mrs. Kermit Livengood, treasurer; and Mrs. Isadore Leischner, secretary. 50 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 22, 1965-A new era in banking will begin for the Bank of Baker with their grand opening this weekend. . . Cub Scout Pack 229 held their second Pinewood Derby racing car contest at their monthly pack meeting. There were 29 entries with prizes going to Todd Overton, Charles Bethel, and David Houser. . . Carter Christiansen, Virginia Nelson, Mrs. James Hoffman, Roy McClain and narrator Margaret Lathrop served on the panel, “It’s a Free Country … or is it?”. The sixth of a series of Talks with Teens program over KFLN.
the eastern Montana area of the Williston Basin to connect with lines now operating from eastern Wyoming, the Platte Pipeline at Guernsey, and the Western Pipeline at Fort Laramie. . . Power lines of the Goldenwest REA were blown down and nearly all the poles in the heavy rain and 56 mph winds, Apr. 16. Damages amounted to more than $20,000.
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The 114th Congress convened Jan. 6 to address numerous key issues. With 247 seats in the House of Representatives and 54 seats in the Senate, this congress has the largest Republican majority since the 71st Congress. 70 YEARS AGO Contact Montana congresThursday, April 26, 1945-sional delegation at: L.W. Heftie accepts position of superintendent of schools in Baker. . . Two motor accidents at the bridge over the creek just south of the Commercial Hotel occurred this week. The first happened when Gunder Gunderson ran his small truck off the side of the road between the bridge and the walk; and the second occurred when US Representative Ryan Richard Biffle ran into the rear Zinke, Republican of Robert Madler’s truck. . . 113 Cannon House Office Harry Hartse left for Butte Building Thursday night where he will Washington, DC 20515 enlist in the armed forces. . . Phone: 202-225-3211 Baccalaureate services were Fax: 202-225-5768 held Sunday evening in the zinke.house.gov town hall at Plevna with Rev. Little the speaker.
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Beta Sigma Phi will have a table at the Health Fair April 29, from 6 a.m. - 1 p.m. Donations for the Community Fund will be accepted. These donations help defray medical expenses or other disastrous events for people in our community. ApproxiApr. 29 - Southeastern Monmately $12,000 was given tana Health Fair from April of 2014 until now. May 1 - Carter County 4-H Council scholarships due; Fallon and Carter County horse IDs due; Fallon and Carter County 4-H horse, llama and Twelve people came out to alpaca possession date; Homeplay pinochle Apr. 19 at the maker Scholarship due Baker Senior Citizen Center. May 4 - 4-H sewing workThere were three tables of four shop players each. May 5 - Fallon County 4-H Winners were Alvina Varner, Horse Judging Jay Gregory, Delbert Schweigert and Doris Geving. Pinochle will be played again next Sunday, Apr. 26, at 1:30 p.m. at the Senior Center.
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80 YEARS AGO Thursday, May 2, 1935 -The departure of April found Montana enjoying a soaking rain which extended eastward as far as Miles City. . . Paul Hubbard of the Baker Hardware Store suffered a loss of $100 in stock and change US Senator Steve Daines, Republican taken from his place Friday Washington, DC Office night or after midnight. The 1 Russell Senate Courtyard villains broke through the Washington, DC 20510 front window. . . Plevna High Phone: 202-224-2651 School will present “HuckleFax: 202-224-9412 berry Finn” in the town hall stevedaines.com Saturday night. Ray Huber will play the title role. . . Local grocery store sells Alaska pink salmon, 2 cans, 22¢; coffee, 3 lbs., 57¢. . . Royal Neighbors gave a farewell party for Mrs. C. Guenther Tuesday at the J.F. Smola home. 90 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 30, 1925-L.P. Ryan of St. Paul arrived Saturday and has accepted a position as tinner for L. Price Co. . . Max Mellor won first prize in a declamatory contest given by Baker High School. . Saturday evening the Springdale community had a gathering at the school house. J.A. Williams, attorney, gave an address on “An Appreciation of Ma and Pa”. Music was enjoyed and Frank Becker also rendered a selection. . . Westmore State Bank pays creditors a dividend of 25 percent.
US Senator Jon Tester, Democrat Washington, DC Office 724 Hart Senate Building Washington, DC 20510-2604 Phone: 202-224-2644 Fax: 202-224-8594 tester.senate.gov
BHS Art Show Baker High School Advanced Placement Studio Art Show will be on display at The Bank of Baker now through May 1.
60 YEARS AGO Thursday, April 28, 1955-Several crew men miraculously escaped death and injury when the derrick being erected on a new wildcat location northwest of Baker collapsed. . . A new 16 inch pipeline running 450 miles was announced by Shell Oil. The line will run south from
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Baker Agronomy Center Full Service Agro no my Plant Fertilizer • Crop Protection • Seed Shann Schillinger’s brother and Baker Native Jace Schillinger stands proudly in this picture next to his 2015 men's indoor track & field coach of the year plaque. Great job Jace, keep up the hard work!
The Baker Police Dept. will be enforcing the Public Nuisance Ordinance. It is the goal of the City of Baker to promote an aesthetically pleasing community that is enjoyed by all and one that we can all be proud of. According to Chief Reddick, the Baker Police Department will make contact with residents throughout the city who are in violation of the ordinance as well as state law.
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Otis Kapps Otis F. Kapps, Jr., age 59, of Baker passed away April 18, 2015 at the VA Nursing Home in Miles City. Otis was born Nov. 16, 1955 in St. Louis, Mo., the son of Adele Durham. His mother passed away when Otis was six years old. After a few years, Otis was raised by his foster parents, Delores and Harold Wiseman. Otis moved with his new family to Baker where he attended school and graduated from Baker High School in 1975. Immediately following high school, Otis enlisted in the United States Navy where he served one tour before being honorably discharged. Following his discharge, he returned to Montana where he attended vocational school in Billings where he received a degree as a mechanic. Dec. 13, 1980, Otis married the love of his life, Mary Wickstrom, in Baker. To this union three children were born: ark, M Michael and Marcia. They raised their family in Baker where Otis worked as a mechanic. Later on a new addition was made to the family following the loss of his mother (Juliann), T.J. Gilmore came to live with Otis, Mary and their children, and became part of their family. Otis enjoyed doing mechanic work, especially on old cars.
He loved spending time with his family and friends and watching professional wrestling. Otis loved Subway and would travel 80 miles to get a Subway sandwich once a week. Otis is survived by his wife, Mary Kapps, of Baker; three sons, Mark of Plevna, Michael of Billings and T.J. Gilmore of Baker; a daughter, Marcia (Jason) Oberlander, of Plevna; four grandchildren, Trae, Kaeden and Chaes Oberlander, and Landon Kapps; two sisters, Susan (Marty) Nelson and Brenda Boese. He was preceded in death by his mother and foster parents, Harold and Delores Wiseman. Visitation will be held Friday, Apr. 24, 2015 from 8-11 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church in Baker. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the Assembly of God Church. Interment will follow at 2:30 p.m. in the Eastern Montana Veterans Cemetery in Miles City. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Miles City is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Bow Hunter Education Classes Bow Hunter Education Classes will be Monday, May 4, from 6:30-8:00 p.m., and Saturday, May 9, 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. at the Baker High School (enter at main office and turn left at top of stairs). Participants must attend both class dates to complete course. A parent or guardian must sign a consent form for partic-
ipants under the age of 18 on the first day of class. Participants must be 12 before January 1, 2016. Material and class instructions will be provided May 4. Class will require home study as part of the course. For more information, contact Rick Madler at 406-7782104 or Vance O’Donnell 406-778-2262 evenings.
Students raise money for Heart Association Just over 40 students from the Longfellow School raised more than $5,000 for the American Heart Association. After collecting their donations, they got together and exercised non-stop for two hours by either jumping rope or playing basketball. All of the kids were active the entire time. Every donation made from the community and beyond makes a huge difference to the AHA. All contributions are appreciated and the time and effort the students put into this project are also. Several students raised well over $100, but two students, Ashlyn Lutts and Walker Hadley, raised $500 each to go toward the AHA cause.
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Residents and staff of Superior Care Villa along with friends and family are helping Michelle Shumaker celebrate her birthday. Pictured are Bill Heistand, Michelle, Emily Shumaker, Anika Ploeger and Gladys Morris joining in the celebration.
Marguerite Fisher of The Villa along with her son and daughter-in-law, Rick and Rosella Fisher, pose alongside the beautiful Easter tree Marguerite designed and decorated. This tree is brought to life each holiday and season with lots of love and creativity from Marguerite.
Use caution when buying used child safety seats By Eileen Reddick Custer County Buckle Up Montana Now that nice weather has returned to our area, the garage sales will begin in full force. We discourage you on buying a used safety seat for several reasons. You do not know what that seat has endured. Has it been in a crash? Is it older than six years? Are all the parts there or are some missing? Has there been a recall on this seat? These are just a few. While purchasing a car seat at a garage sale is discouraged, having a car seat is a vital
component in keeping your child safe. An average of four children are killed and more than 500 injured in the U.S. daily, and age and size appropriate vehicle safety seats can greatly reduce the risk. A vital component is the installation of all safety seats. One of the biggest mistakes that I see at checkups is safety belts and the lower anchors and tethers being used at the same time. Only one of the systems should be used at any one time. Another mistake is the seat is very loose and flops around. The answer to this may be in your vehicle man-
ual. Proper placement may be the key to why your safety seat isn’t tightening. Using and reading the vehicle manual and the safety seat instructions are very important. NHTSA states that 75 percent of children riding in car safety seats aren’t properly installed or don’t fit correctly. Make sure your child is riding correctly and safely. Give us a call at 406-8743302 for a free safety check.
National Library Week was a smashing success with over 178 adults and 191 juveniles coming to the Fallon County Library. We also had ten patrons sign up for new library cards. In celebration of this week, we gave out coffee mugs to the adults, flash drives to the teens, and book bags to the youngsters. Cookies were enjoyed by all. Wednesday was “Meet the New Director” day. Patrons were able to come in and meet Stacey Moore. Some of the changes that are happening are that we’re in the process of placing Accelerated Reader stickers and ranges in and on the books to make it easier for our young patrons to choose books in the AR anges. r This will be helpful to the school aged children and their parents. If you have a book and it doesn’t have AR information, you can look it up by going to www.arbookfind.com. Some other tools that can be found at your local library are the public access computers, wifi, and a huge Stacey Moore, Fallon County Library Director. selection of databases. Some Find us on-line at of the databases you can access are HeritageQuest Onwww.falloncountyextra.com line, Ancestry Library Edition, Discover IT!, EBSCOhost Research Databases, and HomeworkMT. You can access these from your local library, and some are also available on your home computer. Remember Summer Reading Program sign-ups will be June 3 and then Tuesdays (formerly StopNGo Mini Storage) and Thursdays through the month of June. This year’s Storage Units Available for Rent theme will be “Every Hero at 2 Locations in Baker! Has a Story”. Winners of our drawings were: adult - Dorothy P.O. Box 241 Arnoldt, young adult Glendive, MT 59330 UNITS Chantel Tronstad, juvenile N OW Call 406-939-0123 Zander Rost, Sheridan A VAILABLE Beach, Noah Arnold, and or e-mail Nate Abrahamson, new ligascityrentals@gmail.com brary card - Mia Hastig.
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Spartans Of The Week for the week of April 20 - 24, 2015 This week’s Spartans of the Week are two senior music students- Jase Rost (Roy & Melissa), Stephanie Heaps (Tom & Carolyn), and one senior science studentShaylyn Huelle (Nikki Weaver and Myron Huelle). Jase and Stephanie each qualified for 7 events at the District Music Festival in Glendive, where they will go on to compete at state; and Shaylyn placed 1st in the 12th grade division at the Billings Science Expo, and received the top placing in all grades. She also received two $1,000.00 scholarships as prizes. Sponsored By
N ABORS C OMPLETION & P RODUCTION S ERVICES
In recognition of their outstanding performance
JASE ROST, STEPHANIE HEAPS & SHAYLYN HUELLE
CONGRATULATIONS!
Photo by Mark Jacobsen
Lauren Wang finishes strong in the 4x100M relay. The girls relay team finished first in 52.38 sec.
Track and Field By Carleigh Irgens April 14, the Baker track and field team traveled to Bowman to compete in the Bowman Booster Meet. The top three boys’ teams were Baker, Bowman County, and Mott Regent Public. The top three girls’ teams were Baker, Bowman County, and Hettinger Public Schools. Boys’ results: Seth Barkley - 4th 100m 11.95, 2nd long jump 18.11, 2nd triple jump 39-10.50 Luke Gonsioroski - 6th 100m 11.99, 2nd 200m 23.49 Austin Braun - 7th 400m 1:04.88 Daniel Rost - 2nd 800m 2:18.77 Anthony Runfola - 8th 800m 2:47.53 Spencer Losing - 2nd 1600m 5:11.20, 3200m 11:38.87 Chase Huelle - 4th 110m hurdles 18.13, 300m hurdles 44.90, 1st pole vault 8-06 Matt Packer - 2nd shot put 37-04.50, 1st discus 118-03 Ben Fujimori - 3rd shot put 37-00, 5th discus 100-10 Clinton Lesh - 4th shot put 34-05.50, 4th discus 108-00 Andrew Craft - 5th shot put 33-11 Will Smith - 7th shot put 3300 Kadon Gentilini - 6th high jump 4-08, 2nd pole vault 800 4x100 - 3rd 1:46.30 (Chase Huelle, Kadon Gentilini, Dallas Arnell, Aaron Smith) 4x400 - 1st 3:51.78 (Spencer
Losing, Luke Gonsioroski, Dallas Arnell, Brady Varner) Seth Barkley - 6th triple jump 39-08 4x100 relay - 2nd 46.12 (Dallas Arnell, Seth Barkley, Luke Gonsioroski, Chase Huelle) 4x400 relay - 3rd 3:42.56 (Luke Gonsioroski, Brady Varner, Dallas Arnell, Seth Barkley) Girls’ results: Lauren Wang - 1st 100m 12.90, 1st 200m 27.36 Scotti Robinson - 2nd 100m 13.38, 4th 200m 28.85 Amber Durden - 6th 100m 14.21 Tayler Stinnett - 8th 100m 14.36, 6th 100m hurdles 21.47 Madison Reddick - 2nd 400m 1:07.06 Mariah Miller - 2nd 1600m 6:06.02 Bernadette Branson - 7th 1600m 6:57.35 Madison Varner - 8th 1600m 7:08.79 Sienna Schuler - 3rd 3200m 14:46 Solenn Jacobsen - 1st 100m hurdles 17.46, 1st long jump 16-07 Morgan Miller - 2nd 100m hurdles 18.34, 1st 300m hurdles 49.89, 1st triple jump 3203.50 Skyler Robinson - 6th shot put 25-09 Melissa Breitbach - 2nd high jump 4-09, 8th triple jump 25.08 Alivia Schultz - 3rd high jump 4-05 Lexi Hartse - 4th high jump 4-03 April 18 the Baker track and field teams traveled to Sidney to compete in the Sidney Invi-
tational. The top three boys’ teams were Garfield County, Sidney and Glasgow. The top three girls’ teams were Baker, Glasgow, and Custer County. The next track meet will be Saturday, April 25, in Glendive at the Glendive Elks Invitational. Boys results: Luke Gonsioroski - 5th 100m 12.14 Brady Varner - 6th 400m 53.90 Spencer Losing - 5th 3200m 11:05.16 Chase Huelle - 4th 100m hurdles 18.52 Seth Barkley - 6th triple jump 39-08 4x100 relay - 2nd 46.12 (Dallas Arnell, Seth Barkley, Luke Gonsioroski, Chase Huelle) 4x00 relay - 3rd 3:42.56 (Luke Gonsioroski, Brady Varner, Dallas Arnell, Seth Barkley) Girls’ results: Lauren Wang - 1st 100m 13.34, 1st 200m 27.93 Scotti Robinson - 3rd 100m 13.77 Madison Reddick - 5th 800m 2:43.57 Mariah Miller - 4th 1600m 5:58.50 Solenn Jacobsen - 2nd 100m hurdles 17.46, 1st long jump 16-00, 2nd triple jump 33-04 Morgan Miller - 5th 100m hurdles 18.45 4x100 relay - 1st 52.39 (Solenn Jacobsen, Tayler Stinnett, Scotti Robinson, Lauren Wang) 4x400 relay - 1st 4:32.31 (Madison Reddick, Amber Durden, Morgan Miller, Scotti Robinson)
We hold a regular weekly cattle and feeder cattle sale every Wednesday. We buy sheep and weigh-up horses every Thursday. Special Sales as advertised. Give us a call to visit about your marketing plans.
C & D Yards • Baker, Montana Open between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday. Your cattle will be delivered to Lemmon Livestock on Tuesday evening and will be sold on Wednesday. Cattle will be on feed & water and there will be a brand inspector on site. Wed., April 29: Regular Sale w/Carmichael Wedge Tent Angus Bull Sale Wed., May 6: Regular Sale Wed., May 13: Regular Sale
Wed., Wed., Wed., Wed.,
May 20: May 27: June 3: June 10:
Regular Sale Regular Sale Regular Sale Regular 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 C & D Yards Clint Ehret
Owner/Manager Baker, Montana Baker Field Rep.
605-374-5675 or cell 605-645-2493 406-778-3282 406-772-5522
Tennis By Mariah Lecoe March 31 The Baker girls tennis team hosted Miles City and Forsyth Mar. 31. Playing singles: Kylie Hadley defeated Brittany Moats (Miles City) 8-2, defeated Neeka Gackle (Miles City) 8-0; Taylyn Koenig lost to Neeka Gackle (Miles City) 3-8; Samantha Smith defeated Dannon Purkett (Forsyth) 6-1; Pam Tronstad defeated Mariah Beehler (Miles City) 6-3, defeated Teyha Regalado (Miles City) 6-4; Cheyenne Perry lost to Teyha Regalado (Miles City) 1-6; Kendal Wipperling lost to Megan Rost (Miles City) 3-6; Anna Espeland lost to Sydney Anderson (Miles City) 8-3. Doubles: Savannah Hickey and Braylea Wyrick defeated Morgan Lovec and Alyssa Lohrke (Miles City) 8-2, defeated Brittany Moats and Madison Ueland 8-3; Megan Greiff and Kendal Wipperling lost to Brenna Christopherson and Megan Rost (Miles City) 3-6, defeated Adele Speelmon and Taylor McGuire (Miles City) 6-2. Sheyenne Janeway and Ashley Rost lost to Bailee Murnion and Marieke Smeets (Miles City) 0-6, defeated Tiffany Gilbertson and Emily Bennett (Miles City) 6-0; Haylee Barkley and Savannah Davis defeated Dannon Purkett and Mariah Becker (Forsyth) 4-6; Kendal Wipperling and Cheyenne Perry defeated Jaycee Holmlund and Kyla Krebsbach (Miles City) 7-6 Samantha Smith and Savannah Davis defeated Shyla Greer and Sydney Anderson (Miles City) 6-2 Cheyenne Perry and Haylee Barkley lost to Mariah Beegler and Brenna Christopherson (Miles City) 2-6
District Music Festival The District Music Festival was held Apr. 16-18 at the Dawson County High School in Glendive. Baker High School band received a I (superior) rating on its performance and sight-reading. The Baker High School Choir also received a I rating on its performance. The following solos and ensembles received superior ratings, qualifying for State Music Festival in Billings May 1-2.
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Sheyenne Janeway and Megan Greiff defeated Jaycee Holmlund and Kyle Krebsbach (Miles City) 6-2 April 11 The tennis team hosted Wolf Point and Forsyth April 11. Playing singles: Kylie Hadley defeated Mercedes (Wolf Point) 8-0; Taylyn Koenig defeated Mandi (Wolf Point) 8-2; Pam Tronstad defeated Mary (Wolf Point) 8-1; Anna Espeland defeated Taylor (Wolf Point) 8-1; Samantha Smith defeated Charlene (Wolf Point) 6-1; Haylee Barley defeated Anna (Wolf Point) 7-5; Savannah Davis defeated Kira Thompson (Forsyth) 8-6; Ashley Rost defeated Madison (Wolf Point) 6-3. Sheyanne Janeway defeated Savannah (Wolf Point) 6-4; Megan Greiff lost to Anna (Wolf Point) 2-6; Kendal Wipperlilng lost to Wipperling (Forsyth) 2-6. Doubles: Braylea Wyrick and Savannah Hickey defeated Mikayla French and Mariah Beeker (Forsyth) 8-1 and defeated Tavie and Sierra (Wolf Point) 8-4; Cheyenne Perry and Savannah Davis lost to Savannah and Madison (Wolf Point) 5-7; Kendal Wipperling and Megan Greiff lost to Dannon Purkett and Kira Thompson (Forsyth) 26; Sheyanne Janeway and Ashley Rost lost to Savannah and Madison (Wolf Point) 26; Cheyenne Perry and Taylyn Koenig defeated Thea and Stormy (Wolf Point) 7-5; Haylee Barkley and Samantha Smith defeated Charlene and Taylor (Wolf Point) 6-3. Anna Espeland and Pam Tronstad defeated Dannon and Mariah (Forsyth) 6-2; Ashley Rost and Kylie Hadley defeated Mandi and Mary (Wolf Point) 6-4; Taylyn Koenig and Sheyanne Janeway lost to Stormy and Thea (Wolf Point) 4-6; Cheyenne Perry and Megan
Greiff defeated Madison and Savannah (Wolf Point) 6-2; Pam Tronstad and Samantha Smith defeated Kira Thompson and Mikayla French (Forsyth) 6-2; Braylea Wyrick and Haylee Barkley defeated Anna and Mercedes (Wolf Point) 6-1; Savannah Hickey and Kendal Wipperling defeated Mandy and Mary (Wolf Point) 6-4; Savannah Davis and Anna Espeland lost to Charlene and Taylor (Wolf Point) 6-4. April 18 The Baker girls’ tennis team traveled to Hardin for a two day tournament. Playing singles: Kylie Hadley defeated Jillian Staller (Sheridan) 6-3, 6-2, 20, lost to Barclay Fogg (Central) 3-6, 3-6, 0-2; Taylyn Koenig defeated Delaing Samud (Sheridan) 6-2, 67-2, 2-0, lost to Erin O’Leary (Central) 3-6, 3-6, 0-2; Pam Tronstad defeated Allanah Friday (Sheridan) 6-4, 6-2, 20, lost to Megan Priteharo (Billings Central) 3-6, 3-6, 02; Anna Espeland defeated Aeriana Roth (Sheridan) 6-2, 6-2, 2-0. Doubles: Savannah Hickey and Braylea Wyrick defeated Jillian Rhoates and Katelyn Kayser (Sheridan) 6-3, 6-2, 2-0, defeated Sorina Alamoco (Central) 6-3, 6-4, 2-0; Samantha Smith and Kendal Wipperling lost to Anna Crabb and Libby Standish (Sheridan) 4-6, 3-6, 2-0; Sheyanne Janeway and Ashley Rost lost to Nandy Crabb and Maggie Pierce (Sheridan) 3-6, 4-6, 0-2; Kendal Wipperling and Sheyanne Janeway lost to Madison Parker and Haley Keller (Central) 2-6, 3-6, 0-2; Haylee Barkley and Ashley Rost lost to Kenna Adolph and Sophia Mascarena (Central) 3-6, 3-6, 0-2. The girls will travel to Glendive, Friday, Apr. 24, for the Elk’s Tournament.
Solenn Jacobsen - piano solo, Baker Men’s Ensemble, Baker Girls’ Ensemble, Baker Vocal Jazz, Anna Espeland vocal solo, Baker Sophomore Ensemble 1, Taylor and Shawn vocal duet, Baker Senior Ensemble, Stephanie and Savannah duet. Braylea Wyrick bass clarinet solo, Kendal and Autumn flute duet, Kendal Wipperling flute solo, Joe and Lauren duet, Megan and Mattie clarinet duet, Baker freshman quartet, Baker freshman flute duet, Baker Jazz 1, Megan and Jozell clarinet duet. Stephanie and Autumn duet, Spencer Losing euphonium solo, Lauren Wang sax solo,
Solenn Jacobsen sax solo, Spencer Losing tuba solo, Stephanie Heaps flute solo, Breanna Miller sax solo, Jase Rost trombone solo, Megan Slagter vocal solo, Jase Rost vocal solo, Taylor Miller vocal solo, Shawn Hirst vocal solo. The following solos and ensembles received II (excellent ratings. Baker Sophomore Ensemble 2, Baker Alto Ensemble, Baker Freshman Ensemble, Baker Junior Ensemble, Alivia and Megan duet, Autumn and Taylyn duet, Freshman Sax/Trombone duet, Alivia and Sienna duet, Mariah and Sheyanne clarinet duet.
NOTICE
The Fallon County Tax Appeal Board will be in session from July 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015, for the business of hearing appeals. Any taxpayer who disagrees with the appraised value of his or her property may file an appeal with the Fallon County Tax Appeal Board on or before the first Monday in June or within 30 days of receipt of a Notice of Classification and Appraisal, or Notice to Change Valuation (assessment notice), whichever is later. It is possible that not all taxpayers will receive an assessment notice. Personal Property notices are scheduled to be mailed April 20 – 30, 2015; Mobile Home notices are scheduled to be mailed May 15 – 25, 2015 and Real Estate notices to follow June 19 – 30, 2015. If you have not received a notice of classification and appraisal, consider the first Monday in June as the deadline to file an appeal. Appeal forms are available from the Department of Revenue-10 West Fallon Avenue-Baker, MT 59313 or by going on-line to www.stab.mt.gov and clicking on the tab marked “Property Tax Appeal Form”, filling out your form and delivering it to the Department of Revenue in Baker or the Clerk and Recorder’s office at 10 West Fallon Avenue in Baker, MT 59313 or mail to the Clerk and Recorder-PO Box 846-Baker, MT 59313. s/ Brenda Wood Fallon County Clerk and Recorder MNAXLP
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Local board leadership training Submitted by Elin Westover Fallon/Carter County Extension Agent
Jessica Paul and Ike Nemitz, Megan Greiff and Layne Silver Farris, Jade Fix and Taylor Rieger.
Brett Robertus and Jessica Stockett, Chris Skogas and Shaylyn Huelle, Claiten Webb and Nicole Allerdings, Jake Edgell and Kaylin Wheeler, Dylan Sander and Lynn Sandvoss.
Prom - “Rustic Romance” The Plevna juniors and Mr. Mangold worked together to present the 2015 Plevna Prom with the theme “Rustic Romance”. April 18 the elegantly dressed cou-
ples sashayed down the aisle of straw bales keeping with the mood of rustic romance. The Grand March was followed by a dance with music provided by DJ
Vaughn Zenko. A great time was had by all. The after prom party was at the Bowling Alley with good food, good times, and good company.
Fallon/Carter Extension Office offered a Board Leadership Training Apr. 14. Dan Clark, Director, MSU Local Government Center, gave an energetic presentation and addressed the questions and concerns of our local boards. Topics included: Understanding Montana Statutes, Effective Meeting Techniques, Meeting and Board Producers and Rules. The educational objectives of this course were to describe and clarify many of the complex issues confronting boards and board membership in Montana. The program was well attended and well received. Local boards that were represented at the training were the Ambulance Board, Baker Fire, Weed Board, Town of Plevna, Plevna Fire, Fair Board, 4-H, County Commission, Planning Board, Hospital Board, SMART, EMEDA, Chamber of Commerce, and Stanhope Water and Sewer. The Local Government Center’s mission is to strengthen the capacities of local governmental units and provide training, technical assistance, and research to elected, appointed, and administrative officials. Their goals are to support local governments in providing essential public services to their communities more efficiently and effectively and to build and sustain working partnerships with local government practitioners and their professional associations. The LGC seeks to accomplish our mission by building and sustaining working partnerships with local government practitioners and their professional associations (especially the Montana Association of Counties, the
Dan Clark, Director, MSU Local Government Center, gave a presentation and addressed questions about local boards.
Montana Municipal Insurance Authority, and the Montana League of Cities and Towns), Montana Tribal governments, key state agencies, the Local Government Committees of the Montana State Legislature, and the appropriate departments, centers, faculty and staff of the Montana University System. Dan Clark joined the Local Government Center in April 2008. He has been serving Montana since 1997. Prior to joining the MSU Local Government Center, he served as the statewide director for the Montana Horizons program from 2006 to 2008. Previously, Dan worked as a Montana State University Extension faculty member in Teton County from 1997 to 2006. During this time, he served as mayor of Choteau for four years. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degree from the University of Arizona in agricultural education and taught high school agriculture for three years before
joining Extension. Dan was able to share his wealth of knowledge and expertise to help our board be more successful and effective. If anyone missed the training and would like more information about the roles and responsibilities of being on boards, please visit the Fallon/Carter Extension Office or call 406-7787110. Local Government Board handbooks are also available to purchase.
Rabies Clinic Saturday, April 25 11:00 a.m. - 12 noon Plevna Fire Hall
Please take advantage of this service.
WE DO THIS FOR YOU!
The Plevna After-Prom Committee and Plevna students are deeply grateful for the generous support from: 4J Well Service Ag Partners LLC Airport Inn Allied Plumbing Baker Body Shop Baker Furniture Baker Rexall Drug Bank of Baker Batterman Law Office Circle R Steel and Insulation D & J Insurance James Campbell Dental Clinic Dr. Espeland F & D Oilfield Fallon County Times Fallon County Vet Clinic Farmers Union Oil Co. Baker Gamma Beta #14177 Griffith Steel Insurance Store
Jewelry by Monte K&S Electric Kenny’s Fixet Shop Mitchell’s Oilfield Service Nemitz Trucking Northwest Real Estate Plevna Propane Quality Transportation Russell’s Clothing Sew What Embroidery Southeast Electric Stevenson Funeral Home Sullivan’s Furniture Tavern TNT Diversified LLC Townsend Accounting Underground Boring Woody’s Trucking Xi Alpha Nu
If anyone was left off the list we apologize for missing your wonderful support. THANK YOU Jolinda Allerdings, Corrine Sanders for chaperoning the after prom party. Also to Eileen Dahl for showing them the ropes.
Jessica Paul throwing the discus.
Junior high track and field The junior high athletes competed April 13 in Bowman. Courtney Tudor placed 6th in the 800m run, Jessica Paul 3rd in discus, Ashley Sander 5th 100m and Colter Peterson 8th in the 400m Colter Peterson racing toand 5th in the mile. ward the finish line.
TRUCKLOAD FUEL TANK SALE
500 Gallon & 1,000 Gallon tanks available Pumps, hoses & nozzles also available While supplies last thru May 30 Call 406-778-2519 to get your order in.
FALLON COUNTY TIMES
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Baker Police Department
• April 13, 2015 - April 19, 2015 - 41 Calls for service: 3 agency assists; 2 animal complaints; 5 citizen assists; 3 disturbances; 1 drug information; 1 DUI; 1 extra patrol; 2 harassments; 7 informations; 1 no contact order violation; 1 public safety complaint; 3 thefts; 7 traffic stops; 3 unlocks; 1 welfare check Anyone with any information on any area crime is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 406-7782222. Calls are never recorded and rewards are offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of responsible parties.
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BENCH City Court • Trevor Alan Barnhart, Plevna, operating with alcohol concentration of 0.08% BAC or greater, 1st offense, $685 with $300 suspended on conditions for six months (10/20/15), jail of 180 days with 180 days suspended on conditions for six months, attend, complete, comply and follow all recommendations of the Licensed Addiction Counselor and pay for all associated costs, report by 5/5/15 complete by 9/15/15, loss of driver’s license by the State of Montana for six months, restricted probationary license recommended only with the installation of the ignition interlock device, defendant is restricted to driving only a motor vehicle equipped with a functioning ignition interlock device during the probationary period and shall pay the costs of leasing, installing and maintaining the device, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for chemical dependence assessment, education course and treatment and follow all recommendations of the counselor, ignition interlock device on any vehicle driven, SCRAM compliance monitoring bracelet for four months with credit for 2 1/2 months given pretrial (removal of SCRAM on 6/11/15), WiseChoice LifeSkills Courses, DUI and Driver Responsibility, shall not enter any establishment where alcohol is the chief item of sale, shall not possess or consume any alcohol or illegal drugs and or drugs or medication without a prescription, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension period, defendant shall be responsible to pay in full any outstanding SCRAM costs, defendant to have a zero balance by 10/1/15, ticket issued 1/31/15. • Trevor Alan Barnhart, Plevna, exhibition driving, dismissed by Prosecution with prejudice per a Plea Bargain Agreement, ticket issued 1/31/15. • Jason John Davison, Wibaux, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, $335 with $200 suspended on conditions for 1 1/2 years (10/6/16), jail of 180 days with 120 suspended on conditions for 1 1/2 years, 60 days credit for time served, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, pay Public Defender costs of $250, complete jail sentence as ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for WiseChoice LifeSkills Course Offender Corrections, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, ticket issued 11/3/14. • Jason John Davison, Wibaux, resisting arrest, $585 with $250 suspended on conditions for 1 1/2 years (10/6/16), jail of 180 days with 120 suspended on conditions for 1 1/2 years, 60 days credit for time served, no violations of any local, state, or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, pay Public Defender costs of $250, complete jail sentence as ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for WiseChoice LifeSkills Course - Offender Corrections, notify the
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Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, ticket issued 11/4/14. • Jason John Davison, Wibaux, obstructing a Peace Officer or other Public Servant, $585 with $250 suspended on conditions for 1 1/2 years (10/6/16), jail of 180 days with 120 suspended on conditions for 1 1/2 years, 60 days credit for time served, Public Defender fees of $250, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, pay Public Defender costs of $250, complete jail sentence as ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for WiseChoice LifeSkills Course - Offender Corrections, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours), of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, ticket issued 11/3/14. • Jeffery Chase Fife, Baker, driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked, $285 with $150 suspended on conditions for six months (10/15/15), loss of driver’s license by the State of Montana to be determined by the State of Montana, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for the WiseChoice LifeSkills Course - Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, file proof of valid driver’s license with the Court by 7/15/15, ticket issued 4/7/15. • Tandy N. (Bennett) Nelson, Baker, driving without a valid driver’s license, has never possessed $535 with $300 suspended on conditions for six months (10/15/15), jail of 10 days with 10 days suspended on conditions for six months, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for WiseChoice LifeSkills Course - Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, file proof of valid driver’s license with the Court by 9/1/15, ticket issued 3/31/15. • Alysa V. Prather, Baker, stop sign violation, bond forfeited $85, ticket issued 3/26/15. • Brandon Tyler Glaze, Ekalaka, operate a vehicle which has not been properly registered, bond forfeited $85, ticket issued 3/20/15. • Jay Dee Grigsby, Baker, partner or family member assault, causing bodily injury to partner or family member, $685 with $500 suspended on conditions for one year (4/6/16), jail of 365 days with 364 days suspended
on conditions for one year, credit for 1 1/2 days served prior to sentencing, attend and complete a minimum of 40 hours of counseling with an assessment focusing on violence and controlling behavior, dangerousness and chemical dependency, report by 4/15/15 complete by 9/15/15, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, complete jail sentence as ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for the WiseChoice LifeSkills Course - Anger Management and Parenting, attend, complete, comply and pay for Anger Management Counseling and all follow-up recommendations, shall not possess or consume any alcohol or illegal drugs and or drugs or medications without a prescription, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, ticket issued 8/24/14. • Jessica Lynn Malkuch, Baker, driving without a valid driver’s license, 2nd offense, $535 with $250 suspended on conditions for six months, jail of 180 days with 170 suspended on conditions for six months, 10 days jail to be completed by 7/30/15, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, complete jail sentence as ordered, attend, complete, comply and pay for the WiseChoice LifeSkills Course - Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel imme-
diately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number during suspension/deferral period, provide the Court with proof of a valid driver’s license by 9/1/15, ticket issued 3/26/15. Justice Court • Gerald Douglas Moser, Billings, no/expired periodic annual inspection, bond forfeited $135, ticket issued 3/31/15. • Cole M. Finley, Casper, WY, reckless driving, 1st offense, $335 with $150 suspended on conditions for six months (10/16/15), jail of 20 days with 20 days suspended on conditions for six months, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fine, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, complete WiseChoice LifeSkills Course Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number, ticket issued 9/4/14. • Cole M. Finley, Casper, WY, fail to give notice of accident by quickest means/apparent damage over $1000, $335 with $100 suspended on conditions for six months (10/16/15), jail of 20 days with 20 days suspended on conditions for six months, no violations of any local, state or federal laws, pay fines, fees and/or surcharges as agreed/ordered, complete WiseChoice LifeSkills Course - Driver Responsibility, notify the Court/Counsel immediately (within 48 hours) of any change of address or telephone number, ticket issued 9/4/14.
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AUCTION Saturday, MAY 9th - WESTMORE, MONTANA 20 Miles west of Baker to Westmore Road 10 Miles north to Auction -- Watch for signs! Register @ 9 AM - Auction 10 AM The Rod Cooper & Charles & Lottie Houzvicka Estates Two early Montana Homesteads • 9 John Deere Project Tractors - all pretty complete, good tin ~ - 820 with pony motor 4 - R Diesels2 D; 2 A, one with loader• Farmall A (project) + other tractors + Rims, Tires, Parts, Older Machinery, Many Auger engines, etc • Lots of Horse Drawn Machinery including Hay Loader - Dump Rakes, Mowers, Drills, Planters, etc. • 1947 GMC 2 ton, running condition, nice truck • 10 Vehicles - ALL PROJECTS • 1927 Model T Ford Coupe with Ruckstell + 2 - Model T Ford chassis with 26/7 wire wheels • 53 Ford 4 door w/flathead - complete • 59 Ford 4 door - complete ~ • 60's - 70's Ford & Chevy Pickups some complete, some parts only, some may run + 48 GMC Truck • Threshing Machine, 58 inch • Wagon, Wagon Wheels, Buggy Parts • Shop tools, Trip hammer, forge, old tools & misc • Stock tanks, Calf table, Fuel tanks, Fuel Barrels ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES INCLUDING • Porcelain Kitchen Range Tan/white, beautiful original • Kitchen Cabinet - Dressers - 2 Rug Looms • Cream cans from Plevna & Ismay • Stoves + Primitives & Treasures to be found! • A ton of petrified wood • Lots of Scrap Iron & Derelict Machinery -
We will be selling at two locations, beginning at the Cooper location first. Please note that there is no access to the auction locations prior to May 7th. Visit our web site for more information or call for a full color brochure. You may pick up a brochure in Baker at the Family Food Shack (behind the new laundromat on N Main) www.frontrangeauctions.com • 406-949-3448 Stan Howe & Associates Front Range Auctioneers Helena, Montana Stan Howe - Stan Buchholz - Bob Miller
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Saying “I do” and enjoying it too (NewsUSA) - For many brides, the quest to plan the perfect day can quickly turn into a nightmare trip down the aisle. Here are a few tips to keep your wedding day bliss from turning into the honeymoon blues. * Marriage Planning 101: Once the ring goes on, the race to plan the perfect wedding begins, giving couples little time to think about the marriage itself or how their wedding spending decisions could affect their future. Smart couples are now setting aside time to address pre-wedding issues such as what they will do when it comes to financial planning, spending money, raising children, and family politics. With nearly half of all newlyweds taking on debt to finance their “big day”, couples should take every opportunity to make their wedding-related and everyday spending count toward their future. * Destination USA: While destination weddings, especially to international locales, continue to be one of the hottest wedding trends in recent years, they can also present challenges such as increased costs, security concerns, language barriers, and unreliable vendors. A less expensive alternative is to pick a centrally located U.S. city like Chicago, known for fan-
tastic wedding and party venues, choice accommodations, and activities to suit any taste and budget. It may not be as exotic as Tahiti, but couples often find that more family and friends can attend and planning challenges are drastically reduced when the nuptials stay stateside. * Managing wedding expectations: For many brides, planning the perfect wedding is a major life event decades in the making. With this in mind, it’s easy to see how wedding expectations can get out of hand in a hurry. With wedding euphoria taking over, busy brides and grooms can quickly lose sight of spending, causing the perfect wedding to turn into fights over money. By managing expectations of what a “dream” wedding should be, it is still possible to have a lovely and elegant wedding without breaking the bank. * Bridezilla-free zone: The term “Bridezilla” has been used to describe a difficult, unpleasant, perfectionist bride whose obsession with planning the perfect wedding day leaves frustrated family, friends, bridal vendors and even her groom distraught in her wake. Belligerent Bridezillas beware: Horror stories of fist fights, hair pulling, kicking and screaming from out of control brides-to-be have put wedding planners, ven-
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One of the most overwhelming parts of making your wedding decisions is what others think you should do. A common line of reasoning is “do it this way because that’s the way it’s done”. Well, times change and “non-traditions” flourish in this age of individuality. Plus you are unique and should have a wedding that reflects who you are and what you care about. For those reasons you do not have to follow tradition unless you want to! Make your own instead. Any piece of your wedding can be omitted or adjusted to fit your vision and budget. Here, in no particular order, are some ideas. 1. Have a family wedding - instead of the couple only - by including your children in the vows with hugs and kisses all around. 2. Buy a wedding gown in your favorite color and put the bridesmaids in
white. 3. Toast with a signature drink instead of champagne. 4. Have both sets of parents give away their son or daughter to the bride(s) or groom(s). 5. Instead of “giving away” the bride, have each set of parents “take in” the future spouse. (Not literally, of course. They don’t want you living with them!) 6. Let your bridesmaids wear cocktail dresses with a color or style theme rather than those made specifically as bridesmaid dresses. 7. Let the guys wear suits instead of renting tuxes. 8. Carry ferns instead of flowers. 9. Make the bouquets from buttons, brooches, or paper instead of flowers. 10. Instead of guests throwing rice or bird seeds as you come out of the church, play music and have everyone dance. 11. Go bareheaded instead
of wearing a veil or hat. 12. Hold the ceremony some place besides a church. 13. Skip the guest book and opt for a creative way to remember your guests a thumbprint wishing tree or wishing rocks, for example. 14. Set up a self-serve drink station instead of full service bar. 15. Instead of best man and maid of honor speeches, have those in the wedding party share their best story. 16. Have groomspeople and bridespeople instead of -maids and -men, mixing genders according to friendships or relation. 17. See each other before the wedding. 18. Toss something fun, like bride and groom bears or candy instead of the bouquet and garter. 19. Feed each other something besides cake - another dessert or favorite entree,
The cord of three strands ceremony (often called “God’s Knot” or the Unity Braid ceremony) symbolizes the joining of one man, one woman, and God into a marriage relationship. If you have strong spiritual beliefs, you may want to add this short ceremony toward the end of the wedding. Every time you think back on your wedding ceremony it will remind you of how God is intimately involved in your marriage. The Cord of Three Strands is a symbol of that sacred union created on your wedding day. The Cord of Three Strands is a great addition to a traditional wedding ceremony. It adds a truly unique element to your ceremony that friends and family will remember. It can also serve as a substitute for the unity candle. This is useful for situations where candles may not be used, or
may be difficult. The Cord of Three Strands works well as a substitute in outside weddings. During the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom braid the Cord of Three Strands together. The groom holds a small metal ring with three attached strands. The bride then braids the strands together, symbolizing the union of God, husband and wife. While braiding the Cord of Three Strands, you may wish to have someone read an explanation of the ceremony. You may also simply play music or have a song sung. What is the significance of the colors of the cords? Gold strand represents God: The divinity of God is represented in gold. This covenant relationship is initiated by Him, will be built under His authority, and is intended to
glorify Him. Purple strand represents the groom. As a new creation in Christ, the majesty of the groom is represented in purple. As the husband loves his wife and submits himself to the Lord, the Lord in turn will demonstrate His great love in the marriage relationship. White strand represents the bride: Having been cleansed by salvation in Christ, the purity of the bride is represented in white. As the wife honors her husband and submits herself to the Lord, the Lord in turn will nurture and strengthen the marriage relationship. Marriage takes three: you, your soon-to-be spouse, and God. It was God who taught us to love. By keeping Him at the center of your marriage, His love will continue to bind you together as one throughout your marriage.
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Baker basketball team placed third The Baker Alley Oops basketball team traveled to the Dickinson Optimist Tournament Apr. 18-19 and placed third. Team members are, back row, l-r: Guy Lesh, Nathan Schallenberger, Bryant O’Connor, and Owen Stieg. Front row, l-r: Jaren Lingle, Rory Lingle, Walker Hadley. They were coached by Bo Lingle, Trish Barth, Josh Stieg and sponsored by B & B Septic.
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Helena - Governor Steve Bullock was joined by Superintendent of Public Instruction Denise Juneau, Rep. Kimberly Dudik, and students April 21 as he signed the Bully Free Montana Act into law at Jefferson School. The law directs local school districts to develop a process that students and families can follow to report and address bullying in their schools. Xi Alpha Nu Sorority president, Janice Moser, left, presented Tiffany Davis, on “As a father, I believe behalf of the Community Cupboard, a check from the sale of cheese balls at their that when students enter annual bazaar. the classroom, it should be a safe and supportive environment where they can focus on learning, without fear of bullying,” Bullock said of the law. “Montana has finally joined the rest of our nation in recognizing that this is an issue that must be addressed.” Efforts to pass a bullying prevention law began in 2005, but have thus far been unsuccessful. While he served as Attorney General, Bullock and Juneau worked together to support similar legislation. With the passage of this law, Montana is the final state to put into law bullying
prevention legislation. “I appreciate that the legislature passed the Bully Free Montana Act. Every child deserves to feel secure, valued, and surrounded by adults they trust at school,” said Superintendent Denise Juneau. “A positive school climate is the foundation to a quality learning environment. This law moves us in that direction.” Under the Bully Free
face bullying have a place to turn and a process to fix the problem.” Nearly 70 percent of Montana third graders indicated they believe that bullying is a problem in their schools. In addition, one in four high school students reported having been bullied on school property within the last year, and 18 percent being the victim of cyber bullying.
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Red Butte Ramblers 4-H meeting Submitted by Emily Shumaker, reporter The seventh meeting of the Red Butte Ramblers 4-H Club was called to order by president Nicole Allerdings at the Plevna Senior Center April 15 at 3 p.m. The American pledge was led by Wyat Rudicel and the 4-H pledge was led by Daylee Hanson. Roll call was answered with somewhere in America you would like to visit. There were 20 members present. Secretary Emily Shumaker read the minutes of the last meeting and they were approved as read. Caleb Ploeger read the treasurer’s report. For old business, Carol Sparks discussed with the club about working on road signs and putting them up.
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President Nicole Allerdings asked if any of the members attended the Kids and Horses meeting Mar. 30. None of the members attended. Nicole also asked if any of the members attended the livestock committee meeting Apr. 8 none attended. President Allerdings also reminded everyone that all members need to do a demonstration or an illustrative talk to finish their 4-H year. For new business, they discussed ideas for a club tour. President Nicole Allerdings told the club that Apr. 15 there was a Council meeting at 7 p.m. Members were also reminded that on Apr. 19 spring livestock judging will be at Baker. Apr. 24 registrations for OREO trip are due, which
this year is in Fort Peck, June 16-18. Nicole Allerdings also asked if anyone would be attending the horse judging May 5. May 8 registrations for 4-H camp in Ekalaka June 9-11 are due to the Extension Office. The club discussed Communications Day in June and is hosted by the ambassadors. June 2-3, Temple Grandin is in our area giving a presentation, which qualifies as Market Assurance requirement. This will also be very informative in general. The next meeting will be May 21 at 3 p.m. Demonstrations will be first. When the Baker students arrive, the club will clean the highway, followed by the meeting and a family potluck. Each family can bring a salad or dessert.
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Riders hit the road for Musana Camps Bicyclists traveling from Pacific Coast to Lake Michigan as fundraising campaign By Linda Sailer Courtesy of The Dickinson Press The first time Syd Sparks set foot in Uganda, the Bowman native said he was "blown away." "This was my first time out of the country, my first time in a Third World country and my first time seeing poverty," he said. "I left after a month, thinking I don’t know if I would ever come back." That was in 2001. More than a decade later, Sparks and his family live in the East African nation and have dedicated their life to spreading the Christian Gospel in different ways. This spring, Sparks and his cycling partner, Stephen Roise, are dedicating more than a month to helping expand a Bible camp in Uganda where Sparks works. They are preparing to hit the road for a 2,425-mile trip from the Pacific Coast to Lake Michigan during a "Cabins for Kids" fundraising campaign. Their goal is to raise $166,000 to build 10 cabins and two shower houses for Musana Camps, a division of New Hope Uganda Ministries. Musana Camps, located on the banks of Lake Victoria, was founded by Sparks to offer a Christian camping experience for youth and adults. "There aren’t a lot of camps in Uganda providing this opportunity for children," said Roise, a former Dickinson resident who works as the New Hope Uganda Ministries administrative assistant at headquarters in Belle Fourche, S.D. "This is an opportunity for children from other ministries, orphanages and children’s centers to encounter Christ in a different way. I’ve had a chance to meet kids who have gone to camp and heard their testimonies. Camp absolutely fits the ministry to introduce them to Christ and see transformed lives." The camp has developed to a point where there are adequate roads, sufficient water sources and a kitchen to serve 500 campers. Still, there is a shortage of housing. "We have been forced to turn away over 400 kids due to inadequate lodging," said Sparks, who is living in Dickinson with his wife, Andrea, and their three children while on furlough from his ministry in Uganda. Realizing the need for cabins, Sparks proposed the ride to Roise about eight months ago. Since then, they have been training and making travel arrangements. "I’ve been riding in cycle classes and go out on the road every day when it’s nice," he said. The cycling team will depart May 7 from Bellingham, Wash., peddle over two mountain ranges and travel across six states before finishing June 12 in Racine, Wis., hitting Dickinson at the halfway point. They plan to ride six days a week, averaging 80 miles a day, stay with host families and speak about the ministry on Sundays. The road to Uganda Sparks grew up in Bowman, the son of Donald and Judy Sparks. He played football, wrestled and ran track while in high school. But from age 8 through his high school years, Sparks spent his summers at the Trail’s End Ranch, a Christian-based summer camp at Ekalaka, Mont. He eventually served on the camp’s staff. "I loved everything about camp," he said. "It was partially the outdoor experience. You’re out in nature, a chance to get away from home, a chance to be with friends. I felt free to be me. One of the things about Christian camp ministry is you hear the same things your parents are saying, but it makes sense outside the normal routine. I looked forward to camp every summer." Sparks credited the childhood camping experiences for influencing the rest of his life. "My summers spent at camp are where I made some of the most important decisions that have shaped my life," he said. "I
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statement expanded training cannot begin until the FAA publishes the expansion in its aeronautical maps. The full airspace will not be open until an aircraft recall communications system is installed. Montana’s congressional delegation and state aviation officials continue to voice their concerns about the expansion. The Air Force could begin using parts of the expanded airspace in September.
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Bowman native Syd Sparks is shown with his wife, Andrea, and their three children, Malachi, Eva and Heidi. am excited to be able to influence children in ways that will have positive impacts on their lives." Sparks graduated from Dickinson State University in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in physical education and planned to pursue teaching. That was before he came in contact with a missionary from New Hope Uganda Ministries. The missionary spoke about the Kasana Children’s Centre, where New Hope cares for children orphaned by war and disease. Curious about the ministry, Sparks and a friend visited the center in 2001. Sparks felt he was given a chance to see the center for a reason, but he didn’t know why. "I came back to the states and finished my degree," he said. "Before I graduated, another missionary came home looking for teachers. I had finished my degree debt-free so I was asked if I’d be willing to teach. I had no reason to say no." Sparks returned to Uganda in 2003, teaching physical education to the children of missionaries and also at a Ugandan school. While there, he became friends with mission director Jay Dangers, who expressed a desire to start a summer camp within the ministry. His vision also spoke to Sparks’ heart. After teaching a year, Sparks enrolled in a camp internship at Forest Springs, Wis. "Part of their program was to create a camp on paper — I dreamed of a camp for Uganda," he said. "I physically took the camp paper back to Don, and he said, ‘Let’s do it.’" He met Andrea during the internship program. The couple married and returned to Uganda in 2007 with the goal of finding land for a camp. Sparks’ vision for a camp was similar to what he knew as a youth, but the setting was far different. "You still get away from home, you still have fun and games and you’re still learning and teaching around campfires," he said. "Our very first camp was different in that there wasn’t anything on the property — not a single brick. We stayed in tents, cooked on campfires, and fetched water from a stream half a mile away. It was a true backwards camp." "The biggest blessings of my life have the been the privilege of watching step-by-step how things have grown and changed," he said. "I’ve seen God provide in ways I’ve never imagined." Since the camp’s beginning in 2008, donors, staff and volunteers have worked to complete the first phase of the development at Musana Camps. This has included roads, electrical systems, water systems, a workshop, a kitchen and tents. More than 2,700 people have come through the camp programs, and others have attended outreaches there. Musana Camps has hosted camps for street kids, retreats for churches and training for church leaders, Sparks said. "The camp is still new, but it’s definitely growing," he added. "We’re still young and new people are getting used to the idea of who we are." Church connection Dickinson’s Evangelical Bible Church is among the churches that have been supporters of the New Hope Uganda Ministries. Gary Wood, EBC’s pastor from 1990-97, is the ministries’ president. He expressed his appreciation to Sparks and Roise for their fundraising endeavors.
"The ability to fund work overseas is not easy," Wood said from his home in Belle Fourche. "For one thing, we’re not large, and so to have these two guys going on a 2,425-mile bike ride is not only pretty amazing, but it shows their dedication. They believe in what the Musana camps are doing. The cabins are needed so we can get more people there. How can you have camping without a place to sleep." Wood also referenced the work of Paul and Jodeen Kessel of Dickinson, the first EBC missionaries to work at the Kasana Children’s Centre in 1988. "Since there, there have been hosts of people who have been there," he said. "The kitchen was built by an EBC team two years ago. It’s that connected." EBC associate Rev. Ron Dazell continues to lead the congregation in its support of New Hope Uganda and the Musana Camps. "New Hope Uganda has several North Dakotans serving in Uganda, and mission teams travel in support of their work every year," he said. "The level of support is at such a level that they even have had dakota projects. These are projects that have been almost entirely supplied by people in North and South Dakota." Dazell described Syd and Andrea as special people. "They have answered God’s call to raise their children in a land far from either of their families," he said. "I am proud to see Syd and Andrea serving God with such commitment and passion."
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WANTED ____________________________ WANT TO PURCHASE: Minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201. 37-36p __________________________ WANTED: Will buy junk cars and scrap metal. Please call 701928-0325. Please leave a message. 22tfp
FOR RENT __________________________ FOR RENT: T hree bedroom, two bathroom newer trailer, completely furnished. Contact 406978-3691 or 406-978-2514 after 5 p.m. 17tfc __________________________ FOR RENT: Two bedroom, one bath furnished Wibaux apartment. Wash/dry, microwave, air, cable TV. Available 4/18. $1,075 rent and deposit. Utilities included. Two full beds and one queen bed. 406-752-5250. 16-17c
FOR SALE __________________________ FOR SALE: 2007 travel trailer, 25 ft. with two slides, sleep six. Phone 406-778-2746. 1103 S. 1st St., Baker. 17p __________________________ FOR SALE: our F bedroom home in Marmarth, ND. Fenced yard, attached double car garage on five lots. Call for appointment 701-279-5810. 17-22p __________________________ FOR SALE: Butcher pigs. Ready end of April. Call 406-772-5898. 16-19c __________________________ FOR SALE: hree T bedroom house located on 1st Street in Baker. The house is a fixer-upper or can be torn down. The house is on a lot that has city water, sewer and sidewalk. The lot is perfect for a mobile home or a duplex. Make me an offer. Call 303-907-6758. 16-23c __________________________ FOR SALE: New three bedroom, two bath home with main level utilities, full unfinished basement, and attached garage. Call J & M Lumber, 406-778-2030 for showing. 6tfc
____________________________ FOR SALE: Six bedroom, three bathroom, 2,688 sq. ft. split level house. Underground sprinklers, detached two-car garage. Close to schools and fairgrounds. 1300 2nd St. W. Interested, please call 406778-2324. 5-17c
HELP WANTED __________________________ HELP WANTED: Fallon County is accepting applications for the position of a permanent full-time operator with the Road Department. This position operates a variety of construction equipment and performs manual labor in the construction, repair, and maintenance of roads in Fallon County. Install and maintain road signs, mow ditches and perform general care and maintenance of equipment. The required knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and possess a valid Montana Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and current medical examiner’s certificate. One (1) year of construction equipment operation or completion of heavy equipment school is preferred. The successful applicant will be subject to a Montana motor vehicle background check. Benefits include but are not limited to optional enrollment in health insurance and Public Employees Retirement. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: F riday, May 8, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub, 406-778-8164. 17-19c
MNAXLP __________________________ HELP WANTED: I need two people to work May 3-9 setting up and helping with an auction near Plevna. Stan Howe 406949-3448. 17-18p __________________________ HELP WANTED: Diamond J Red-Mix of Baker, MT is hiring concrete truck and end dump
drivers. Class A CDL required, competitive pay, 40-50 hrs/week. Submit resume to 2804 Valley Drive East in Miles City; email to: diamondj1504@live.com; or mail to PO Box 520, Miles City, MT 59301. 16-17c __________________________ HELP WANTED: Applications are now being accepted for full time lead grounds crew seasonal worker at the Lakeview Country Club. Responsibilities will include operating and repair of mowers and weed-eaters, repair and maintenance of irrigation system, application and recordkeeping of fertilizers and applications made, overseeing of other seasonal employees, and other golf course maintenance procedures assigned by supervisor. All applicants must be 18 years of age. Applications may be picked up at the Human Resources Office. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. For more information or a full job description, contact the Fallon County Human Resources office at 406-778-8164. Closing date: May 1, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana, or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Eric Kary 406-7783167, or Julie Straub 406-778-8164. 16-17c
MNAXLP __________________________ HELP WANTED: Applications are now being accepted for full time seasonal workers at the Lakeview Country Club. Responsibilities will include operating mowers and weed-eaters, repair and maintenance of irrigation system, application and recordkeeping of fertilizers and applications made, and other golf course maintenance procedures assigned by supervisor. All applicants must be 16 years of age. Applications may be picked up at the Human Resources Office. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 1. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. For more information or a full job description, contact the Fallon County Human Resources office at 406-778-8164. Closing date: May 1, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana, or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Eric Kary 406-7783167, or Julie Straub 406-778-8164. 16-17c
MNAXLP ____________________________ HELP WANTED: Fallon County is accepting applications for full time, seasonal weed crew hands. This position uses a variety of
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chemical spray equipment to control identified noxious weeds in Fallon County. This requires extensive outside manual labor in a variety of weather conditions. Participates in regular maintenance of equipment and cleaning of the facility. Must be a minimum of sixteen (16) years of age; seventeen (17) years of age and older is preferred. Must have a valid Montana Driver’s License. Experience in using a side-by-side and manual transmission is preferred. Knowledge of the identification of noxious weeds and herbicides used in their control is a plus, however, extensive on the job training is provided in both areas. The successful applicant will be subject to a Montana motor vehicle background search. Limited benefits are available. Fallon County is an equal opportunity employer. We reserve the right to reject any and all applications. Closing date: Friday, May 01, 2015, 5:00 p.m. Applications and a complete job description are available at the Human Resources Office, 10 W. Fallon Avenue, Baker, Montana, or online at falloncounty.net. Submit applications (resumes optional) to: Human Resources Manager, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. Questions may be directed to Julie Straub 406-778-8164. 13-17c
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NOTICE ____________________________ NOTICE: Dance, Dance, Dance, Sunday, Apr. 26, Thee Garage Showroom, 2-5 p.m. 16-17c __________________________ NOTICE: FMC will be offering C.N.A. classes beginning Monday, June 1, 2015 through June 12, 2015. Classes will be held weekdays from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Class size limited to six. The price of the class is $200 which includes the State Test Fee. Fee reimbursed upon hire. Books will be distributed when the $200 fee is paid. A planning meeting will be held Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at 3:30 p.m. in the Care Plan Office located in the Long Term Care. Contact Michelle Smith at 406-778-5188 for additional information or questions. 16-18c
for the writer’s basket I won during National Library Week. Dorothy Arnoldt 17p
LEGALS __________________________ NOTICE Mid-Rivers Wireless offers cellular telephone service and two low-income telephone assistance programs as outlined on page 37 of our 2015 Montana/Dakota Regional Telephone Directory. Lifeline provides Federal Universal Service support to reduce monthly service charges paid by qualifying low-income residential customers. Link up provides Federal Universal Service support to reduce service connection and line extension charges paid by qualifying low-income residential customers residing on Tribal Lands. Eligibility standards for the above programs are determined by the Federal Communications Commission and state commissions. Please contact the Mid-Rivers Wireless office in Baker at 406-778-2812 or 1-800452-2288 for further information. 17c ____________________________ NOTICE OF TRUSTEE ELECTION CANCELLATION Whereas, the number of candidates filing either an Oath of Candidacy or a Declaration of Intent to be a write-in candidate for the open trustee position on the Plevna School Board of Trustees, District No. 55, Fallon County, State of Montana, is equal to or less than the number of positions to be elected, the trustee election is not necessary. Therefore, the necessary 25 day notice is hereby given that the Plevna School District No. 55, Fallon County, State of Montana, Trustee Election is cancelled. Dated this 14th day of April, 2015. s/Nicole Buerkle, Clerk 17-18c
MNAXLP ____________________________ NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING Fallon County Planning Board Basement Conference Room Next to the Fallon County Planning Department
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HELP WANTED FOR SALE FOR RENT WANTED THANKS REAL ESTATE 10 West Fallon Ave. April 27, 2015 7:00 p.m. Randy Hoenke, Fallon County Planning Board president, has called a special meeting of the Fallon County Planning Board for Monday, April 27, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the Fallon County Courthouse basement conference room. This meeting is to consider rescheduling Eagle Land Addition Major Subdivision Public Hearing scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2015, 7:00 p.m. Please direct all questions and comments to Fallon County Planning Department, 406778-7111. No public testimony or discussion will take place surrounding the proposed subdivision. The only decision being made will be to retain the proposed public hearing date or reschedule it. The proposed meeting site is handicapped accessible. 17c
MNAXLP ____________________________ CALL FOR BIDS SENIOR CENTER ROOF PROJECT Notice is hereby given that the Fallon County Board of County Commissioners on behalf of the Baker Senior Center are soliciting bids for the repair/replacement of the Baker Senior Center roof located at 420 W. Montana Ave., Baker, MT. Bids will be accepted until Monday, May 11, 2015, at 1:15 p.m. A detailed list of specifications may be obtained by contacting the Fallon County Clerk and Recorder’s Office at the courthouse in Baker, 10 West Fallon Avenue, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313; phone 406-778-8182; the Fallon County website at www.falloncounty.net; or if additional information is needed you may contact the Baker Senior Center at 406-778-2600. No bid will be considered unless accompanied by a bid bond, bank draft, money order or certified check in the amount of not less than ten (10) percent of the total bid. Bids will be presented in a sealed envelope containing a complete copy of the bid and specifica-
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GARAGE SALE __________________________ MULTI-PARTY GARAGE SALE: Alleyway of 307 S. 3rd St. W., Baker, Saturday, April 25. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Home decor, furniture, kids’ clothes, misc. 17c
CARDS OF THANKS __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: Thank you for the thoughtfulness for the many flowers, get well and birthday cards during the mishap of my broken hip. Dolores Veroye 17c __________________________ CARD OF THANKS: Thank you to the Fallon County Library
HELP WANTED Human Resource Office Glendive Service Center 211 N. Merrill Ave., Glendive, MT 59330 (406) 687-3336 or 1-800-452-2288
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE (BAKER, MT): The Customer Services Representative (CSR) is the primary point of contact for handling the needs to Mid-Rivers Telephone Cooperative, Inc. and Cable Cellular Communications, LLC (d.b.a. “Mid-Rivers Communications”) customers in the company’s business offices, over the phone, at company events and via other media utilized by customers now and in the future (email, online, etc.). The CSR listens to customer’s needs and accurately presents solutions, products and services to meet those needs. The CSR guides customers through the sales and sign-up process, accurately and efficiently completing all required paperwork, processing the customers’ telecommunications service requests, and establishing and maintaining telecommunications records. The CSR communicates with other employees and departments to provide resolution to customers concerns, including problems. Recommended minimum entrance requirement is a High School Diploma or equivalent and/or equivalent work experience. Typing skills and computer skills are mandatory. Two (2) years of experience in a telecommunications billing service center is desired but not required. Must be able upon hiring to obtain a valid Montana Driver’s License. If interested in applying, please complete a company application which can be obtained at www.midrivers.com any Mid-Rivers' Business Office or any local Job Service. Submit the completed application to Human Resource Administrator at the above address. Review of applications will begin on April 28, 2015; position will remain open until filled. Mid-Rivers is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, creed, religion, color, or national origin. In addition, unless the reasonable demands of the position require it, applicants are considered without regard to age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or sex. Mid-Rivers will consider making reasonable accommodation for applicants with physical or mental disabilities if it will allow them to perform the essential functions of the job. Equal Opportunity Employer
REAL ESTATE New Listings: Beautiful Recent Completely Remodeled 4/6 BR - 2 BA - Top of line Gourmet Kitchen, cabinets and appliances. 307 - So. 3rd St. W. - See Photos and additional description at bakermtRealEstate.com Newer 3 BR - 2 BA Modular on 2 Lots 1320 sq ft. plus 12 X 24 Laundry-work room - 516 Speelmon St. E. - Ekalaka $125,000 2011 - 28x36 Manuf. Home - 3 BR - 2 BA - 1 Car Detached Garage. 308 Keirle Rd, Baker Only $119,000. 4 BR - 2 BA - 1460 square ft. Main level, Full Basement - attached 1 Car Garage. Great Location near high school - 319. W. Center needs updating - $140,000 2 Houses on one lot - Live in one, Rent other for income - Nice large kitchen and dining room - 509 So. 1st St W. $89,000. 4 BR - 2 BA - over 2,000 sq feet living area, walk out daylight Basement - Great Landscaping - att. 2 car GAR. -Separate RV Shop - 510 S. 6th St W. $220,000. Price Reduced $212,500 ACREAGE FOR SALE 122 acres one mile north of Baker,
Montana Highway frontage, City Water/Sewer.
NORTHWEST REAL ESTATE Bob Herbst Box 1511 • Baker, MT 59313 406-778-2995 w w w. b a ke r m t re a l e s t a t e . c o m
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tions clearly marked: “Baker Senior Center Roof Project”. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities, to postpone the award of the bid for a period of time not to exceed thirty (30) days and to accept the lowest responsible bid which is in the best interest of Fallon County, applying the preference provisions of Section 18-1-102 MCA, where applicable. Dated this 21st day of April, 2015. s/Brenda J. Wood Clerk and Recorder 17-19c
MNAXLP ____________________________ INVITATION TO BID The Fallon County Commission will received “Sealed Bids” for the construction of “Iron Horse Splash Park and Bath House”. The Fallon County Commission will accept sealed bids until 1:15 PM, Monday, May 18, 2015. Contractor and any of the contractor’s subcontractors doing work on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). Forms for registration are available from the Department of Labor and Industry, PO Box 201503, Helena, Montana 59620-1503. Information on registration can be obtained by calling 1-406-444-5600. All laborers employed by contractor or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid the standard prevailing wage rate in the per-
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formance of the public works contract in accordance of the laws of the State of Montana. Contractor must ensure that employees and applicants for employment are not discriminated against because of their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Each bid proposal must be accompanied by a certified check, cashier’s check, or bid bond payable to Fallon County, in the amount not less than ten (10) percent of the total amount of the bid. Successful bidder shall furnish an approved Labor and Materials Payment Bond in the amount of one hundred (100) percent of the contract amount. Proof of liability insurance as well as exemption from work compensation shall also be provided by the successful bidder and subcontractor(s). No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled time for the public opening of bids, which is 1:15 PM local time, Monday, May 18, 2015. Detailed specifications may be obtained from Fallon County Clerk and Recorder’s Office, PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313, phone 406-778-7106; or Stahly Engineering & Associates, 851 Bridger Drive, Suite 1, Bozeman, MT 59715, phone 406-522-9526. In accordance with Article 2.01 Instructions To Bidders, the required deposit is $50.00 per set, which is not refundable. Payment of an additional $20.00 is required for express mail. Bids should be sealed in an envelope clearly marked “Iron Horse Splash Park Construction” and delivered to the Clerk and Recorder’s Office at 10 W. Fallon Avenue or mailed to PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313. For more information you may con-
tact Stahly Engineering, 406522-9526. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities, to postpone the award of the contract for a period not to exceed sixty (60) days, and to accept the lowest responsible bid, which is in the best interest of the county. The contractor is required to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Signed at Baker, Montana, this 14th day of April, 2015. s/Brenda J. Wood Fallon County Clerk and Recorder PO Box 846, Baker, MT 59313 17-20c
MNAXLP __________________________ NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Fallon County Courthouse Court Room 10 West Fallon Ave. Baker, MT 59313 Monday, May 4, 2015 at 7:10 p.m. The Fallon County Planning Board will hold a Public Hearing at the Fallon County Courthouse Court Room located at 10 West Fallon Ave., Baker, Montana in the County of Fallon. The proposed meeting will be held on Monday, May 4, 2015, at 7:10 p.m. The proposed meeting is handicapped accessible. handicapped accessible. The purpose of this hearing is to review an application that has been submitted to the Fallon County Planning Department for the Eagle Addition Subdivision submitted by Territorial Landworks, Inc. which includes an application for Building for Lease or Rent and a proposed subdivision application for multi-family structures on behalf of Eagle Land Estates, LLC. 76-8-10276-
3-605. Hearing on subdivision application. (1) Except as provided in 76-3-609 and 76-3-616 and subject to the regulations adopted pursuant to 76-3504(1)(o) and 76-3-615, at least one public hearing on the subdivision application must be held by the governing body, its authorized agent or agency, or both and the governing body, its authorized agent or agency, or both shall consider all relevant evidence relating to the public health, safety, and welfare including the environmental assessment if required, to determine whether the subdivision application should be approved, conditionally approved, or denied by the governing body. (2) When a proposed subdivision is also proposed to be annexed to a municipality, the governing body of the municipality shall hold joint hearings on the subdivision application and annexation whenever possible. (3) Notice of the hearing must be given by publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the county not less than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing. The subdivider, each property owner of record whose property is immediately adjoining the land included in the preliminary plat, and each purchaser under contract for deed of property immediately adjoining the land included in the preliminary plat must be notified of the hearing by registered or certified mail not less than 15 days prior to the date of the hearing. (4) When a hearing is held by an agent or agency designated by the governing body, the agent or agency shall act in an advisory capacity and recommend to the governing body the approval, conditional approval, or denial of the proposed subdivision. This recom-
mendation must be submitted to the governing body in writing not later than 10 working days after the public hearing. Written comments may be sent to the Fallon County Planner, P.O. Box 1134, Baker, MT 59313. All interested parties are encouraged to attend. Any questions or comments can be directed to the Planning Department at 406-778-7111. 16-18c
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MONTANA STATEWIDE CLASSIFIEDS TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING. Complete programs, refresher courses, rent equipment for CDL, Job Placement Assistance. Financial assistance for qualified students. SAGE Technical Services, Billings/Missoula. 1800-545-4546. ________________________ NOW HIRING OTR DRIVERS Dedicated routes between Pocatello, ID and Sidney, MT. Class-A CDL 2yrs exp. Pay: $.40/mile. Safety/ Performance bonus! Call/ email. S&S TRANSPORT 1-406-309-2357 tim@lunderbys.com ________________________ Peak Painting & Drywall seeks Painters, Apprentice Painter and Drywall Finishers. Established company with benefits and competitive wages. Call Vanessa 406-5814046 or email resume: peakpaintingmt@gmail.com ________________________ EQUITY LOANS ON NONOWNER OCCUPIED MON-
TANA REAL ESTATE. We also buy Notes & Mortgages. Call Creative Finance & Investments @ 406-721-1444 or visit www.creative-finance.com ________________________ Pasture wanted for Cattle Pairs. 406-738-4428. ________________________ Authentic Timber Framed Barns. Residential-Commercial-Storefronts. Design-Build since 1990. Authentic Handcrafted, Pegged Frames Installed, Starting at $18/SF. Traditional Turnkey Barns From $40/SF. Built to Last for Generations. 406-581-3014 or email brett@bitterrootgroup.com www.bitterroottimberframes.com
________________________ Virgelle Merc. Antiques presents the COLLIN’S COLLECTIBLE & ANTIQUE SALE Sat. and Sun. May 9th & 10th 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Sale held at the old Collins Community Club in downtown Collins, Montana. 1-800 426- 2926 www.VirgelleMontana.com
Your Chamber of Commerce . . . at work for the betterment of our hometown!
Upcoming Community Events
April 29 - Southeastern Montana Health Fair May 2 - J & M Lumber Customer Appreciation May 10 - Mother’s Day These Businesses Proudly Support The Efforts Of Our Chamber’s Volunteers!
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May Meeting Thursday, May 7 Noon • Thee Garage
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All Chamber members are encouraged to attend and bring a guest. Where all the best parties happen!
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Thanks for 12 Great Years!
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Customer Appreciation Day
We have money to loan to qualified borrowers. Fallon County Federal Credit Union 16 Sewall Avenue • Baker, MT 59313 Phone 406-778-2920 • Fax 406-778-2905
Griffith Excavating, Inc.
Saturday, May 2, 2015
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Starting Mon., April 27 From Noon - 1 p.m. ONLY Monday - Friday Special 1/3 lb. Burger basket w/fries $5.00 ~ Plus Wednesday Special ~ PIZZA BAR
Heiser’s Bar & Casino Orders To Go 778-2001 • Baker, MT
Category A & B Bed Licensed Assisted Living Needing an affordable, fun, safe, homelike place to live or for your loved one to live? If you are elderly or disabled this is the place for you! Offering: 24-hour supervision 24-hour RN on-call Warm friendly professional staff Homemade meals 3x/day with fresh baked goods Activities to please all interests Limited to extensive assistance with activities of daily living
Have lunch on us! Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Pop & Chips Company reps will be on hand with the latest products and to answer your questions.
Opportunities are endless and we are the next best place to home! Providing SUPERIOR Care to our friends and neighbors
J & M LUMBER Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 406-778-2030 • 8426 E. Hwy 12 • Baker, MT
Call for information regarding available rooms and our extremely competitive rates compared to Long Term Care Facilities. Michelle Shumaker 406-778-3201 or 406-891-0185 Accepting: Private Pay Long Term Care Insurance Home and Community Based Service Clients (Medicaid Waiver)
• Scorio and Gravel • Drilling Sites • Roads • Reclaims P.O. Box 1193 Baker, MT 59313 Office: 406-778-3401 Fax: 406-778-3751