Articles from the September 8, 2022 edition


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  • Expansion project proposed for Holland Lake Lodge Facility

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    SWAN VALLEY - Kurt Steele, Flathead National Forest Supervisor, invites the public to provide input on the proposed Holland Lake Lodge Facility Expansion Project. The project proposes to repair the existing historic old lodge, add new buildings, enhance accommodations and upgrade the infrastructure within the existing 15-acre permit area. The Flathead National Forest will be hosting a public meeting about the Holland Lake Lodge Expansion Project Thursday, Sept. 8 from 5 -7 p.m. on the Holland...

  • Filling er' up for the past 25 years

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE – When Kris Martin first visited The Filling Station, she said, "It felt really comfortable. I liked the feeling of being a customer that made me feel good about owning it." She purchased the business in September 1997 and has owned and operated the now 75-year-old restaurant, bar and casino in the heart of Seeley Lake for the past 25 years. "It's a good place for people to come and visit," Martin said. "It's the community gathering place." The community is invited to come and c...

  • Two injured in plane crash

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE – Just after 3:15 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 3 emergency responders were dispatched to a plane crash reported south of the airport. Within 15 minutes of the report emergency responders where on scene were a small, single engine aircraft was found in the trees in the Double Arrow Ranch Homestead Commons area. There were two occupants in the plane. They both sustained injuries and were flown via two Life Flight Network helicopters to Missoula. Seeley Lake Fire Chief and Incident Commander D...

  • Helmville Rodeo 'the biggest little rodeo in Montana'

    Gwyneth Hyndman, Editor, Philipsburg Mail|Sep 8, 2022

    HELMVILLE - As the Helmville Rodeo approaches the 60-year mark, Helmville Rodeo Club President Bill Baker is confident of one thing, "I always say this is the biggest little rodeo in Montana." This Labor Day weekend, the event that has been pulling in competitors and rodeo fans from around Montana since 1964, was bigger than ever in its 58th year, as locals and tourists packed into the seats for barrel racing, bull riding, bronc riding and roping events as a surge in temperatures "kept it...

  • Seeley Lake Library News

    Carrie Benton, Seeley Lake Community Librarian|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE – It has been a great summer and there are a lot of interesting things happening at the Seeley Lake Library this month and next. A hearty “thank you” to all who participated in this year’s Summer Reading Program! Over 30 kids registered and 30 completed Reading Logs were returned. A handful of kids completed two or even three reading logs for additional chances to win the grand prizes. This year’s winners were: • Brittney Kelley, age 10 ($40 Gift Card for Stageline Pizza) • Al...

  • Projection

    Ken Silverstro PhD|Sep 8, 2022

    Projection is an extremely common psychological process and personal experience. Ironically, it's one experience of which few people are aware. Why is that? That's because it is an unconscious process, a process from our hidden psychology. I'm fond of describing this process using a movie theater analogy. The projection booth represents the unconscious. The movie projector represents the process. When we look at the screen, we see images from the film, our unconscious psychology, projected by...

  • Slow recovery following accident

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    MISSOULA – Potomac resident Scott Davis had just checked out football equipment with his youngest son Easton when he pulled onto Reserve Street in Missoula Sunday, Aug. 21. "That's really the last thing I remember until I woke up in Spokane," Scott said. "I don't remember much of Spokane until we got back to [Missoula] which was on Wednesday. It is all a pretty big blur." The Davises were in a head-on collision just before 6 p.m. near the 3100 block of Reserve. A representative with the M...

  • Council to provide key updates

    Seeley Lake Community Council|Sep 8, 2022

    The September meeting of the Seeley Lake Community Council will be held at the Barn (2920 Highway 83) on Monday, Sept. 12. Pizza will be served starting at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 6 p.m. Featured speakers/topics are as follows: • Jesse Mullen - new Pathfinder publisher • Update from the USFS • Update from the Seeley Lake Sewer District • Overview of the Mobile Support Program of the Missoula City County Health Department Mental Health department • Update on open Community Council position and how to apply. • A representat...

  • PHC recognized as Best Large Employer in the state

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    MISSOULA - Partnership Health Center, Missoula County's non-profit Community Health Center and provider at the Seeley-Swan Medical Center (SSMC), received the 2022 Employer of Choice award in the large business category from the Montana Department of Labor & Industry. While PHC was recognized as the Employer of Choice on the local level in both 2019 and 2022, this award marks the first time PHC was recognized at the state level for "outstanding service to employees, community and the state of...

  • Girl Scout Troop #3436 set to kick-off the year

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE – Seeley Lake Girl Scout Troop #3436 is excited to kick off its first full year working with girls in the Seeley Lake area. After starting the troop last December, Troop Leader Chantel Lynch is looking forward to offering more opportunities to earn badges and learn, grow and work together as a team. Girls and adults that are interested in learning more about Girl Scouts in general and more specifics about Troop #3436 are invited to the Troop's Kickoff Party and Chili Feed Sept. 15 a...

  • To live is Christ

    Ryan Dailey, Assistant Director at Camp Utmost|Sep 8, 2022

    What does it mean to serve without expecting anything in return? As we call ourselves Christians, literally "little Christ," we should be modeling the behavior of Christ. We see in Mark 10:45 just what Jesus had to say about service, "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many." Jesus left his heavenly throne to serve us and that is mind-boggling. But that he served us even to the point of dying on the cross for us is nearly...

  • "Lucky" gets a second chance

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE – Thursday, Aug. 25 was just another day for Missoula County Road Department employee Shawn Wendel. However when he heard whining at the Fawn Creek gravel pit, he found a dog that was tied to a tree and left for dead. Animal Control has been notified and the investigation is ongoing. "I just did what any decent human would do," Shawn said. When Shawn pulled into the Fawn Creek pit Thursday morning he saw a dog lying back behind the large gravel pile. He said he did not think anything...

  • Lady Blackhawks split the week

    Susan Monahan, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE – Seeley-Swan High School Lady Blackhawks fell to the Drummond Lady Trojans Sept. 1 at home and beat Lincoln on the road Sept. 3. The Ladies played strong against the Lady Trojans to win one of four sets. Scores were Seeley 22-25, 25-23, 21-25 and 10-25. "We played hard and fought for every point but made some mistakes at crucial moments," said Janelle Greenwood, head coach. "It's still early in the season and we have a lot of things to learn." Team leaders on the night were Kyla Con...

  • Mustangs take down Blackhawks

    Susan Monahan, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    ENNIS – The Seeley-Swan High School Blackhawks football team had their first loss Sept. 2 against the Ennis Mustangs, final score 12-64. Senior Quarterback Ben Haley had 69 total rushing yards and one touchdown on the night. Other team leaders for the Blackhawks were Senior Kaden Thornsberry with 29 rushing yards and Sophomore Seth Dunster who had two receptions for 41 yards and 26 yards on kick returns for a total of 67 all-purpose yards. Senior Klayton Kovatch lead the team with six tackles f...

  • What's new at school this year?

    Susan Monahan, Pathfinder|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE – The 2022-23 school year is in full swing with area schools opening their doors last week. Potomac Elementary School has two new teachers and a few open positions. Seeley-Swan High School was able to fill the Science Teacher position at the last minute. The Swan Valley Elementary School had no staff changes. For the past couple of years students have enjoyed the free breakfast and lunch programs funded by the Federal government due to COVID. Those programs have ended with the start of school this year. Seeley-Swan High School Princ...

  • 20/35 Year Look Back

    Sep 8, 2022

    In celebration of 36 years of the Seeley Swan Pathfinder, each week we will run parts of articles that appeared in the issue 35 years ago and 20 years ago. The entire issue will be uploaded to our website seeleylake.com for you to enjoy. 35 years ago: September 10 , 1987 issue - Country Schools Salmon Prairie kids have "best attitude" Peggy Perna, a South Carolina and Georgia native, wasn't even sure that one-room country schools still existed until she applied for a teaching job at Salmon... Full story

  • Handbell Choir resumes practices

    Joann Wallenburn|Sep 8, 2022

    SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley-Swan Mountain Bells handbell choir will begin practices for the new season on Monday, Sept. 12, from 3 – 5 p.m. at the Mountain Lakes Presbyterian Church north of Seeley Lake. Newcomers are welcome. Never rung a handbell before? No problem, we’ll teach you. If you think you might like to try it or just watch, stop in and join us. For more information, call Director Joann Wallenburn 406-370-2483....

  • Community Briefs

    Sep 8, 2022

    Satellite Office closed Sept. 8 SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley Lake Satellite office of Missoula County Treasurer will be CLOSED Sept. 8. It will be open regular hours from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Sept. 22. Sorry for any inconvenience. MBF Kids Club starts Sept. 12 SEELEY LAKE - Mission Bible Fellowship invites children in kindergarten through sixth grade to MBF Kids Club every Monday from 3 - 5 p.m. There will be fun games, delicious snacks, crafts, music and life lessons from the Bible. Registration forms are available at the Seeley...