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SEELEY LAKE - Steven Alexander Saunders, 57, of Seeley Lake, MT passed away Tuesday, Sept. 20, at his daughters home in Missoula, Mont. Steve was diagnosed with lung cancer in November 2015, and fought a very courageous battle. He was born March 31, 1959, to Robert and Lois Saunders in Minot, N.D. He attended Bishop Ryan High School and graduated in the class of 1978. He continued on with two years of college. He married Lisa M. Jenson (Schonrock) July 25, 1987 and together they had three beautiful children, Austin Robert, Dylan Alexander and... Full story
There have always been times throughout history when people have been apprehensive about the future of the nation and world. We are quickly approaching the next presidential election. This is a season of giving great consideration to who to vote for to be the next president. At times like this I am reminded, or must be reminded, that God is not only in control of my life but also within rulers and authorities. God has divine control over everything that happens in the world…we understand this a...
Let's talk vaccinations, shall we? I have been hesitant to tackle this subject as there are many with strong opinions. So before you roll your eyes and quit reading, let me assure you that I have no intention to preach hellfire and damnation to anyone who is hesitant to have their children (or themselves) vaccinated. Are you defensive when the topic is brought up? Perhaps feeling that there is an agenda that takes precedent over any of your concerns-you must vaccinate! This should never be the c...
SEELEY LAKE – The Seeley Lake Elementary Eagles flag football team ended their season with a win at home against Clinton, Oct. 13. Their record for the season was 6-4-1. Head Coach Brett Haines said despite a few little disappointments with some of the earlier games, the athletes really worked together as a team in the end. Haines said eighth-grader Beau Sloan had a good year, always playing tough and having a good attitude. "I will miss having Beau on the team next year," said Haines. Haines w...
SEELEY LAKE - The Seeley-Swan Blackhawks headed to Plains to take on the Horsemen Oct. 14. The Blackhawks struggled to stop Plains early in the game. The Horsemen ran in several unanswered touchdowns. The Blackhawks did find some success in limiting extra points but the brutal first half left the Blackhawks down 0-39. In the second half, the Blackhawks were finally able to trip up the Horsemen. Bradley Miller ran in 39 yards for the Blackhawks first points. Miller ran for a second touchdown in...
The Seeley-Swan Lady Blackhawks made quick work of their opponents last week. The Ladies defeated Granite, Lincoln and Victor, all in three games each. The victories extend their record to 7-1 in conference and 11-3 overall. Versus Granite The Lady Blackhawks hosted the Granite Prospectors Oct. 12 for a non-conference match. The Prospectors put up a little fight but the Lady Blackhawks sent them down the creek with empty hands. The Ladies won three straight games, 25-21, 25-15 and 25-23 to take...
MISSOULA - It must have been the sunny crisp fall day and the gentle rolling Linda Vista Golf Course as the Blackhawk Cross Country team posted their best times of the season. For the Ladies, Amber Springer claimed a whopping personal record (PR) of 2:22 improvement and qualified for state with a time of 34:09. Elizabeth Done ran faster than her State time last season and Cera Strumpfer is coming closer to hers. The boys' team took first for the C schools followed by Darby in second and Charlo...
SEELEY LAKE – A reader asked the question how big of a problem is domestic violence in Seeley Lake and what is being done to address the problem. Missoula County Sheriff’s Deputy Mike Sunderland spoke about what law enforcement sees in Seeley Lake and provided a list of resources for victims. “It’s a big problem everywhere,” said Sunderland. “Domestic violence is, unfortunately, prevalent no matter what the size of the community.” Sunderland said local law enforcement deals with it on a “regular basis.” They have had two partner/family member a...
SEELEY LAKE – The Seeley Lake-Swan Valley Hospital District received a positive audit report for the fiscal year ending in June 30, 2015 at the October board meeting. The board also learned that the Seeley-Swan Medical Center will have an X-ray machine in mid-November. The audit was required by Missoula County after the district borrowed $500,000 for the expansion. Even though it was required, the board agreed it was a good thing to do to show accountability to the taxpayers. Donald Nolan Davies, PC, Certified Public Accountant presented his a...
New Labor Regulation Information Session, Oct. 26 SEELEY LAKE – Small Business Owners and Employers with concerns about impacts of federal regulations, such as the new federal overtime rules, will have an opportunity to meet with representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration at the Seeley Lake Historical Society Museum and Visitors Center, Oct. 26 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. The meetings will include SBA Regional Advocate John Hart, and SBA Regional Administrator Betsy Markey. Hart, representing the SBA’s Office of Advocacy and Reg...
