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Articles from the September 20, 2023 edition


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  • Commissioner Discusses Gallatin DDAMP

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Sep 20, 2023

    In a presentation last week to the Three Forks City Council, Gallatin County Commissioner Jennifer Boyer discussed the Gallatin Drought Deluge Adaptive Management Plan (DDAMP), which would identify community-based approaches for water resiliency. According to Boyer, the Gallatin Watershed Collaborative, which she said is a group of water interests across the county, has been discussing and developing an approach that can support communities and natural resources facing drought and times of... Full story

  • HRDC in need of local Galavan Driver

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Sep 20, 2023

    The HRDC is searching for a driver for their Galavan Senior Transportation services in Three Forks. According to HRDC Transportation Director Sunshine Ross, the longtime driver for the local service is retiring at the end of the month after six years as a paid employee and another two as a volunteer driver. The service is used by members of the Three Forks and Manhattan communities for various medical appointments, including dialysis. The service has also recently been used to transport area... Full story

  • John Colter Run Scheduled for Sept. 23

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Sep 20, 2023

    The Big Sky Wind Drinkers are hosting the 46th annual John Colter Run on Saturday, September 23, at the Missouri Headwaters State Park near Three Forks. The 7.5-mile trail race scheduled at 9 a.m. will allow area residents to retrace John Colter's infamous escape from the Blackfoot Indians over 200 years ago. According to Darryl Baker of the Big Sky Wind Drinkers, the event has become one of the most enjoyable runs in the valley. "We always have much more than the run, and we have runners from a... Full story

  • Annual High School CTE Job Fair Scheduled for this November

    Sep 20, 2023

    What started as the grand finale for FFA week three years ago has turned into an event that involves other CTE (Career Technical Education/Vocational Education) student organizations that local businesses have started looking forward to. On November 8, 2023, the Three Forks Schools will be hosting the third annual CTE job fair. The school is extending the invitation to participate to every local business or employer. Three Forks FFA Chapter Secretary Calla Donnelly has been the driving force behind the project since the beginning. “By word o... Full story

  • Gallatin County residents asked to fill out jury summons questionnaire

    Sep 20, 2023

    The Gallatin County Sheriff's Office is asking residents to fill out and return jury summons questionnaires. There are currently over 3,600 outstanding jury summons that must be send back to the District Court. These are used for the year's jury pool. If these do not get returned, a deputy is required to personally serve these to you to get them completed. This is a huge burden on the GCSO, utilizes valuable resources, and significantly hinders our justice system by delaying trials. It may also...

  • Local voters to receive new voter confirmation cards

    Sep 20, 2023

    On Friday, Sept. 15, the Gallatin County Elections office mailed new Voter Confirmation Cards to all voters in Gallatin County. Gallatin County Elections staff is mailing out over 88,500 cards, which will inform voters of their updated precincts, districts and polling place locations. They should start arriving in mailboxes in the coming days. These updates are the result of redistricting across Montana. Using population data from the most recent U.S. Census in 2020, the Montana Districting and Apportionment Commission drew updated...

  • Chamber Dinner Rescheduled

    Sep 20, 2023

    The Three Forks Chamber of Commerce has changed the date for their Annual Dinner. The event, originally scheduled for September 16, has been moved to Saturday, September 23, at the Diamond J Farm at 161 Price Road in Three Forks. The schedule for the event includes a cocktail hour at 5 p.m., a review of Chamber successes and goals at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m., and music and dancing with Chandler Huntley at 8 p.m. Tickets are still available by calling 406-285-4753 or email at... Full story

  • Guest Editorial: State to receive $65 million windfall

    Bob Story, Montana Taxpayers Association|Sep 20, 2023

    During the past legislative session, the Montana Taxpayers Association was excited to support the Gianforte administration's ideas that improved Montana's tax systems and provided tax relief. We look forward to continuing that working relationship. However, unless the administration decides soon on the level of the state's property tax collections, when tax bills go out this coming November the state of Montana could receive a windfall collection of $65 million in ongoing property tax revenue.... Full story

  • Column: Oh no, roundabouts and the airport

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Sep 20, 2023

    While I was plenty excited my mom visited earlier this month; I was not as thrilled that I would have to make a stop at the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport. The older I get, the list of things that drive me crazy seems more extended than a trip to the DMV. Near the top of the list is a visit to any airport. I wasn’t even flying the other day, but I knew that my blood would be boiling when I walked into the building. It turns out that I started to get irritated a few minutes before I arrived. I know nothing about engineering, but I don... Full story

  • Coaches Corner: You are Worthy Even When Feeling Overlooked

    Ellie West, Contributing Writer|Sep 20, 2023

    Have you ever felt like your hard work went unnoticed, or maybe you feel as though you aren’t making a difference? You’re not alone. In times of feeling overlooked, it’s important to remember that even the most extraordinary individuals face moments of rejection. Let’s draw inspiration from the story of King David, a man who defied the odds and embraced his purpose with a pure heart. King David, a shepherd boy, felt overlooked in the eyes of his family and the world. When the prophet Samuel was tasked with choosing the next King of Israel,...

  • Partnership continues to promote hunter behavior

    Sep 20, 2023

    HELENA – To promote the importance of hunter ethics and improved hunter behavior, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is partnering for a second year with several hunting and agriculture organizations to “protect the hunt.” While the campaign encourages hunters to always practice conscientious behavior, it focuses particularly on showing respect for private land and the access landowners provide. The slogan is: It’s up to us. Respect access. Protect the hunt. Landowners play an important role in sustaining healthy wildlife populations, contrib... Full story

  • Wolves win Silver Bracket at Huntley Project Tournament

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Sep 20, 2023

    The Three Forks High School Volleyball team will get their first opportunity to play in front of home fans this season on Saturday, September 23, when they host conference foe Whitehall. "We will get to be in the high school gym for practice this week for the first time all season, and we could not be more excited. Having a home game is going to be amazing, and we absolutely cannot wait," Head Coach Tiffany Lynch said. In conference action last week, the Wolves fell in three sets (25-12, 25-15,... Full story

  • Three Forks cross country runners set PRs at Butte Invite

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Sep 20, 2023

    The Three Forks High School Cross Country team had several runners set personal records at last Friday's Butte Invite. Eight-grader Teegan Gifford led the way for the girls' team finishing in 33rd out of 106 runners with a PR of 21:18. Ari Judd finished strong for the Wolves with a time of 21:59.80, Grace Kluin finished at 23:23.40, and Devynn Judd ended the varsity race with a time of 26:15.60. Head Coach Tara Forsberg said junior standout Bella Jones was unable to complete the race due to... Full story

  • Wolves take down Copperheads, open league play Friday against Boulder

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Sep 20, 2023

    The Three Forks High School football team wrapped up non-conference play in impressive fashion with a 48-7 road victory on September 15 at Anaconda. The Wolves came out strong, scoring on their first offensive play on an 85-yard touchdown pass from Shane Williams to Colten Hayder. Williams would find Hayder again moments later with a 44-yard scoring strike, putting Three Forks up 14-0 with 8:21 left in the opening quarter. Williams would score a third Wolves touchdown in the opening quarter on... Full story

  • Montana State Officials Seek More Control Over Judicial Involuntary Commitments

    Aaron Bolton, KFF|Sep 20, 2023

    Inside the white-brick hallways of the Flathead County Detention Center, Jail Commander Jen Root walked up to a steel door with a small window and pointed inside. "She's been here almost a year, just laying on her bed," she said. Inside the cell, dimly lit by a single window, a woman was curled up under a fleece blanket, only her bright-pink fingernails sticking out. This woman was charged with burglary in September 2022, Root said. An evaluation after her arrest determined that mental illness... Full story

  • Sheriff/Coroner Dan Springer releases name of Motor Vehicle Accident Victims

    Sep 20, 2023

    On the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, the Gallatin County Coroner’s Office, along with the Montana Highway Patrol and the Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office, investigated a double fatality motor vehicle accident, which occurred on Interstate 90 near mile marker 291. The accident occurred when a vehicle traveling eastbound crossed the median into oncoming traffic where they collided with a vehicle traveling westbound. The driver of the eastbound vehicle was identified as 34-year-old Jose Sanchez-Ruiz of Bozeman. Jose was pronounced dec... Full story

  • Gallatin County Sheriff's Report September 18, 2023

    Sep 20, 2023

    Page 1 of 8 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on September 19, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 09/18/23 00:34 CFS23-113244 TRESPASS 1ST AVE W and W IVY ST (55.0 feet) LE - Documented 01:02 CFS23-113252 PATROL CHECK HEIGHTS CIR and MAMMOTH FORK DR LE - Documented 01:07 CFS23-113253 BURGLAR ANDESITE RD and AUTUMN TRL (15.2 LE - Documented 02:09 CFS23-113261 PATROL CHECK VENTURE WAY and REEVES RD W (38.9 LE - Documented 02:20 CFS23-113264 PATROL CHECK RIVER ROCK RD and NORTH SHORE DRLE - Documented 02:22 CFS23-113265 TRAFFIC... Full story

  • Gallatin County Sheriff's Report September 19, 2023

    Sep 20, 2023

    Page 1 of 6 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on September 20, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 09/19/23 04:31 CFS23-113791 RECKLESS LE - GOA / UTL 04:41 CFS23-113793 71 INTERSTATE 90 HWY and ACCESS (0.1 Fire - Clear Fire 04:55 CFS23-113795 09 EMS:COLD FIRE:COLD FRANK RD and DRIVEWAY (140.4 feet) LE - Case Generated 05:29 CFS23-113798 TRAFFIC HAZARD LE - 06:21 CFS23-113805 NOISE COLLINS RD and TOPAZ RD (198.8 feet) LE - Public Assist 07:05 CFS23-113810 TRAF SIGNAL/STREET LT RAILROAD ST and FRONT ST (32.4 feet) LE -... Full story

  • Gallatin County Sheriff's Report September 20, 2023

    Sep 20, 2023

    Page 1 of 7 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on September 21, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 09/20/23 07:01 CFS23-114277 NON INJURY LE - Referred 07:05 CFS23-114281 911 HANG UP SERPENS TRL and FOXTAIL PINE RD LE - Documented 07:13 CFS23-114283 BURGLAR HIGHNOON WAY and WICKWIRE WAY LE - Documented 07:19 CFS23-114285 911 HANG UP WILDA LN and W BABCOCK ST (0.1 LE - Documented 07:24 CFS23-114286 PATROL CHECK E NEAL ST and ALLEY (29.9 feet) LE - Documented 07:41 CFS23-114290 CIVIL N 9TH AVE and DURSTON RD (37.8 feet) LE -... Full story

  • Gallatin County Sheriff's Report September 21, 2023

    Sep 20, 2023

    Page 1 of 5 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on September 22, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 09/21/23 00:01 CFS23-114724 FAM DISTURB GALLATIN RD and AXTELL ANCENEY LE - Civil 00:58 CFS23-114741 PATROL CHECK W CAMERON BRIDGE RD and LE - Documented 01:00 CFS23-114743 OUT W/ VEHICLE W CAMERON BRIDGE RD and LE - Documented 01:09 CFS23-114746 TRESPASS LITTLE COYOTE RD and DRIVEWAY LE - Documented 02:50 CFS23-114763 INJ/DEAD/RESCUE LE - Documented 03:25 CFS23-114765 DOMESTIC EASTWOOD DR and ACCESS (21.0 feet) LE - Case... Full story