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The Blackfoot River flows four inches lower than last year at this time, triggering river keepers to ask the public to take precaution when fishing. Water temperatures have remained about two degrees below the 71 degree threshold that would usher in hoot owl fishing hours, reported the Blackfoot Drought Committee on Aug. 1. “At this time in the season, we are asking for voluntary ethical fishing restrictions,” said Clancy Jandreau, Blackfoot Challenge water steward. “Keeping fish in the water...
A new wildfire started near Lindbergh Lake on Sunday, Aug. 13. Firefighters immediately did an initial attack on the blaze using aircraft and ground crews. As of Monday, Aug. 14 at 1 p.m., the fire is still actively burning. The Lindy Peak Fire is estimated to be up to 1 acre with no containment information available. The cause was also not immediately available. It's located about two miles west of Lindbergh Lake, just south of the Glacier Lake trailhead. Fire managers reassigned the Helena...
A new RV park in Seeley Lake has been solidified after the Missoula County Commissioners approved a subdivision request on Aug. 10 The Lazy Acres RV Park could be in operation as soon as next year, according to park executive Brandon Groesner, but that hinges on approving additional permits and accepting bids for work. Dave Stewart is the landowner partnering with IMEG to create the park. The commissioners approved the subdivision with a 2-0 vote. Josh Slotnik and Juanita Vero approved the...
A Missoula County District Court Judge ruled Aug. 8 that the state of Montana failed to correctly process the permit for the Elbow Lake gravel pit south of Salmon Lake. The decision solidified the halt of work at the gravel pit, which has not been in operation since the nonprofit Protect the Clearwater sued for a temporary restraining order in July. With the project sidelined, the Montana Environmental Review Board will make a final decision on the legality of the permit in the coming months....
Fire managers reported more containment on the Colt Fire on Aug. 9, adding more containment to the south and north with the help of cool, wet weather. The Colt Fire was mapped on Aug. 8 to be 7,202 acres, growing less than 100 acres the last few days. Rain has been in the forecast since Aug. 5, and there will also be a chance of rain Aug. 9. Firefighters will now try to close off the western front to any new growth. Heavy machinery will be creating a direct fire line on the northwestern side of...
The bridge on Boy Scout Road that spans the Clearwater River could need major repairs or a complete rebuild after an inspection this September, according to the Montana Department of Transportation and Missoula County. The bridge was constructed out of wood in 1937. Thousands of people travel over it each year to get to campgrounds and other recreation opportunities in the area. MDT ordered Aug. 1 that the bridge must be limited to vehicles under three tons within the next 30 days. "A 2022...
Almost an inch of rain fell on the Colt Fire on Sunday, Aug. 6, weakening the flames as firefighters make a final push to get full containment of the fire. More than an inch of rain reached parts of western Montana last weekend. Many fire crews got time to rest after monsoonal moisture came over the region on Friday, Aug. 4. Most fires still have residual heat and will burn as temperatures warm up into August. Colt Fire The Colt Fire was last measured at 7,179 acres on Aug. 4, with 25%...
Ospreys are like the human snow bird, enjoying the cool rivers and lakes of Montana during the summer, while traveling thousands of miles south to enjoy a coastal retreat for the winter. Recently discovered research shows just how amazing some of these birds can be, like flying across the gulf of Mexico, or returning to the exact same spot along the Clark Fork River from Central America. "Some of these birds have amazing stories," said Rob Domenech, the executive director of the Raptor View...
I’ve been hearing some questions from Montanans who are grateful for the over $1 billion in one-time and ongoing tax relief passed by legislative Republicans, but also say they want to see the state make smart investments for the long term. The conservative budgeting from the legislature and resulting historic budget surplus allowed Republicans to do both tax relief and long-term planning. Here are some of the major investments we made that will pay dividends for years to come. • “Debt free in 2023.” The Legislature paid off the state’s...
“Montana was awarded $4,800,000 through the Federal 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act (BSCA) which included the Stronger Connections grant. This was a one-time-only grant through a competitive application process that was offered to our over 400 public school districts. Federal and state qualifications were met in spring of 2023 and funding awards were given to 25 school districts in July 2023. This Federal law, PL 117-159, which amended 20 U.S.C. § 7906 prohibits the use of many Federal education funds ‘for the provision to any pers...
7/29 11:42 a.m. Intimidation 5XX Tamarack Drive, Seeley Lake 7/29 1:55 p.m. Suspicious Activity 31XX Highway 83, Seeley Lake 7/29 2:49 p.m. Suspicious Activity Lower Marshall Lake, Seeley Lake 7/29 3:18 p.m. Accident, No Injury Headwaters Lane, Condon 7/29 5:35 p.m. Trespassing 19XX Summit Park, Seeley Lake 7/30 7:34 a.m. Accident, No Injury Highway 200 E. 7/30 10:56 a.m. Civil 31XX Highway 83, Seeley Lake 7/30 4:24 p.m. Accident, Injury 3XMM Highway 200, Ovando 8/1 9:18 a.m. Disturbance 1XX S.O.S. Road, Seeley Lake 8/1 7:12 p.m. Accident,...
7/28/2023 Medical Seeley Lane 7/29/2023 Medical Black Bear Drive 7/30/2023 Medical Highway 83 7/30/2023 Medical Rainbow Run 7/30/2023 Medical Highway 83 7/30/2023 Accident Injury 35 MM/Highway 200 7/31/2023 Gas Smell Highway 83 7/31/2023 Illegal Burn Spruce Drive 8/1/2023 Accident Injury Grey Wolf Ranch 8/2/2023 Fire Alarm Double Arrow Road 8/3/2023 Medical Daisy Lane 8/3/2023 Illegal Burn Locust Lane...
In 2 Chronicles 6:1 Solomon said, “The LORD said He would dwell in the dark cloud.” Did you know that Jesus started His ministry in a dark place? When Jesus was choosing His disciples, Philip found Nathanael and told him, “We have found the one Moses wrote about in the Law, and about whom the prophets also wrote-- Jesus of Nazareth, the son of Joseph.” “Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?” Nathanael asked. “Come and see,” said Philip. (John 1 45-46) Nazareth was in the region of Galilee and was considered backward. Isaiah called t...
SEELEY LAKE, MT - Get the basics on how Medicare works, sign up, and review your options for coverage when you schedule a one-on-one appointment here in Seeley Lake with Kristin Mason, Rural Resource Specialist with Missoula Aging Services. “Medicare offers different options for health care coverage and these Resource appointments can help you learn about your options, find out when you can join a plan (or get supplemental coverage), and compare plans to determine which plan meets your needs,” she shared. “It’s important to consider all you...
Now entering into its third year, Charlie’s Helping Hands is working to solidify its presence in Seeley Lake, with the goal of helping the most children it possibly can. “We want to help with whatever the youth need for trying to survive,” Executive Director Mark Wilson said. “There’s no agenda, as issues present themselves, we want to deal with them.” Charlie’s Helping Hands has been partnering with schools and people directly for supply financial support. Whether that be new jerseys for a sports team, or money for a new playground, W...
"All for one and one for all!" Shakespeare in the Park performed "The Three Musketeers" to a crowd of more than 300 on the Double Arrow Lodge lawn in Seeley Lake on Aug. 2. The annual event is brought to the community through Two Valleys Stage, the performance branch of Alpine Artisans. The play began with protagonist D'Artagnan pleading for his mother's blessing to fulfill his heart's desire of becoming one of the Musketeers of King Louie. On his venture he soon started a sword fight with...
Community foundations are organizations that can help manage community-wide discussions and collect and distribute funds for local projects. A community foundation is a tax-exempt public charity created by and for the people in a defined geographic area. It enables people to easily and effectively support the issues they care about—immediately, or through their wills. They serve a vital role as facilitators of good works by bringing together people from across the different sectors of the community to address social and regional challenges. I...
Twenty Years ago... Thursday, August 7, 2003 DNRC awards grant for Blackfoot watershed projects Helmville, Mont. – A $62,600 grant was awarded to the North Powell Conservation District on July 18 for continued Blackfoot river watershed habitat restoration and water quality improvement. The grant money was provided by the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC). The North Powell Conservation District is working with the Blackfoot Challenge, a local watershed group, to implement an aggressive project, which focuses p...
CONDON, Mont. – After six years of leading Swan Valley Connections (SVC), Rebecca Ramsey, Executive Director (ED), will be transitioning from her role. Rebecca has become a partner in a cherry orchard on the east shore of Flathead Lake, and will be departing SVC in 2024 to steward the land, and grow a business and philanthropy plan with her business partner. The Board of Directors has released a job announcement, with the hopes of having new leadership in place by the end of 2023. Ramsey moved to the Swan to step into the role of director in 2...
