Articles from the February 21, 2019 edition
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Driver sustained minor injuries in semi rollover
SEELEY LAKE – Just before 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13 a semi truck loaded with milled lumber lost control and took out 350 feet of guardrail along the north end of Salmon Lake. The vehicle rolled,...
Answering the call
Part I of "Answering the call" discussed how Parcell's early career in the Marine Corps was interwoven with his law enforcement career with the Missoula County Sheriff's Office. After two years in...
Plungers freezin' for a reason
SEELEY LAKE – Despite several plungers unable to take a dip due to illness, 17 hardy folks made a splash in Seeley Lake at Tamaracks Resort for the second annual Chamber Chill Plunge Feb. 16....
Ladies take District 13C Title
FRENCHTOWN - The Lady Blackhawks defeated the Darby Tigers for the District 13C Title Feb. 16. On their way to the top the Ladies got a bye in the first round and then defeated the Lincoln Lynx in...
New policy is a problem at Seeley Lake Post Office
SEELEY LAKE - The problem with the local US Post Office in Seeley Lake is that the current postmaster has installed a policy of returning any letters or packages that do not have a post office box number in the address. This is against the Montana...
Help prevent the spread of mussels
If zebra mussels are allowed to gain a foothold in Montana waters, it could cost Montanans hundreds of millions of dollars per year. It might seem dramatic, but it’s true—certain invasive species of mussels could do a massive amount of damage to...
Building the budget up
We are two weeks out from the deadline for General Policy bills in the legislature. These are policy bills that do not have any dollars associated with them. Every committee has been having full hearing schedules trying to work through them all and e...
Snow Joke Half Marathon turns 40
SEELEY LAKE - The Snow Joke Half Marathon celebrates its 40th anniversary this year under new ownership. Run Wild Missoula and the Missoulian are teaming up to produce the event where hundreds of runners take a lap around Seeley Lake Feb. 23....
Smoke study reports health impacts a year later
SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley Lake Community Council hosted presentations on a local wildfire smoke study, wildfire preparedness and the Seeley Lake Water District at their Feb. 11 meeting. In other business, Acting Seeley Lake District Ranger Quinn...
Securing a native trout stronghold in the North Fork Blackfoot River
The North Fork Blackfoot River is one of the most important spawning and rearing streams for migratory bull trout and westslope cutthroat trout in the Blackfoot River watershed. Private landowners,...
Cox shares tales of the West Side
SEELEY LAKE – Twenty-five people, most on snowshoes, showed up at the River Point Campground to learn about Seeley Lake's "West Side Story." The Feb. 16 excursion was sponsored by the Seeley Lake...
Bonnie Dot Penner September 7, 1937 - January 19, 2019
BIGFORK, MONT. - Bonnie Dot Penner, 81 of Bigfork, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 19. Bonnie, affectionately known to others as “Tiny,” was born Sept. 7, 1937 to Austin and Nellda Oillree in Rexburg, Idaho, joining older sister Lois and brothers... Full story
Shinbashira - God as our Rock
“We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed; we are perplexed, but not in despair; Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might...
Insurance and covenants restricting RV Park discussed
SEELEY LAKE – The Seeley Lake Hospital District approved purchasing Directors and Officer insurance and discussed the children’s area in the lobby at their Feb. 12 meeting. During public comment, they discussed the resolution they passed at their...
Fun with snow, ice and color
SEELEY LAKE – The annual snow sculpture tradition in Seeley Lake was kept alive by two entries from ReMarkable Floral and Stageline Pizza. Both entries secured a first place with ReMarkable Floral...
Community Briefs
Public invited to meet SSHS Principal candidates, join MCPS superintendent search SEELEY LAKE – The community is invited to meet the three Seeley-Swan High School principal candidates and offer their feedback Thursday, Feb. 21 from 8:15 – 9 a.m....
SSHS Blackhawks recognize seniors
SEELEY LAKE - Seeley-Swan High School recognized their senior basketball athletes and managers along with their families at the last home game of the season Friday, Feb. 8....
Blackhawks season ends at challenge game
FRENCHTOWN - The Blackhawks had a bumpy ride at the District 13C tournament defeating Victor in a semifinal, falling to Darby in the championship game and then being upset by the Clark Fork Coop in a...
Greyson Martin Taylor
SEELEY LAKE - Greyson Martin Taylor was born Dec. 31, 2018 to parents Tanisha Rhoades and Austin Taylor of Seeley Lake. He weighted 7 pounds, 13 ounces and was 19.75 inches long. Greyson was also... Full story
Ryson Edward Adams
SEELEY LAKE - Ryson Edward Adams was born Feb. 7 to Rachel Jennings and Ryan Adams of Seeley Lake. He weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Ryson was welcomed by proud grandparents... Full story
Lawmakers Weigh Bills on DUI, Child and Family Services, Abortion and Student Overtime Pay
As Montana lawmakers consider overhauling the state’s DUI laws, the Montana Highway Patrol wants to dispel myths about blood alcohol levels. Last week, the Highway Patrol hosted a demonstration for lawmakers to show just how much alcohol it...
