California and local hunters plead guilty to violations (40) Nov 15, 2008
DEER LODGE Two California men recently pleaded guilty in Deer Lodge justice court to making false statements to obtain resident hunting licenses, among other violations ... Gary A. Weer, 70, Deer Lodge pleaded guilty to reckless driving on North Main in Deer Lodge and exceeding the city 25-mph speed limit (37 mph). (Montana Standard, MT)
Helena attorney withdrawsfrom school-funding suit Nov 14, 2008
superintendent of Deer Lodge Elementary School and president of the Montana Quality Education Coalition (MQEC), said Molloy was a consummate professional for us, and all the work he did for us was exemplary. This is a personal issue; we just happen to be one of his clients, Cotton said. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Loyola, Florence unbeaten in Western B Nov 14, 2008
The top-seeded Breakers swept both Troy (7-12) and Deer Lodge (12-11), while the Falcons (18-5) beat Thompson Falls (12-7) and Eureka (15-6) ... of tournament play with a 25-19, 25-7, 25-21 sweep of Deer Lodge ... Sarah O'Hara recorded eight kills for Deer Lodge. (Montana Standard, MT)
Schools' lawyer withdraws: Lead attorney in suit hadn't paid taxes Nov 14, 2008
Tom Cotton, superintendent of Deer Lodge Elementary School and president of the Montana Quality Education Coalition, said Molloy was a consummate professional for us, and all the work he did for us was exemplary. This is a personal issue; we just happen to be one of his clients, Cotton said. (Missoulian, MT)
Butte man pleads not guilty to felony stalking charges (84) Nov 13, 2008
DEER LODGE A Butte man has pleaded not guilty in Deer Lodge district court to two counts of felony stalking. Joseph A. Strieby, 38, is accused of making repeated calls to a Deer Lodge woman's phone in the middle of the night and then not saying anything. (Montana Standard, MT)
Warden spikers swing into Western B tourney Nov 13, 2008
St. Ignatius and Deer Lodge clash at noon, while Eureka and Darby meet at 2 p.m. The final first-round matchup pits Florence against Thompson Falls at 4 p.m. ... Deer Lodge dropped a four-game loss to eventual runner-up Florence in the consolation bracket on Saturday ... Deer Lodge saw a fine. (Montana Standard, MT)
Divisional volleyball tournament capsules Nov 13, 2008
District 6-B representatives are rounded out by Deer Lodge (11-10) and Darby ... Noon St. Ignatius vs. Deer Lodge. (Missoulian, MT)
Cool runnings Nov 12, 2008
Nicole Hunt of Deer Lodge was the female winner for the sixth time. Hunt, who recently had a baby, finished the course in 32:52. (Montana Standard, MT)
Captured in words and pictures Nov 11, 2008
The secrets of the old Deer Lodge prison are being illuminated at last ... In fact, one resident of Deer Lodge told Baumler that while growing up, she felt as though she was living in the shadow of Cinderella s castle. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
State investigates state prison sex allegations Nov 11, 2008
Four employees at the Montana State Prison in Deer Lodge are on paid suspension while the state Department of Corrections investigates an inmate s allegations that prison staff subjected him to sexual misconduct, a spokesman for the department said Saturday. A fifth worker who also was suspended with pay has ceased employment with the department and is off the payroll, spokesman Bob Anez said. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Home energy events this week Nov 10, 2008
Monday, Deer Lodge, Penn Convention Center, 3 to 7 p.m.. Tuesday, Anaconda, NorthWestern Energy Service Center, 1000 E. Commercial, 3 to 7 p.m.. (Montana Standard, MT)
Wardens take third Nov 9, 2008
DEER LODGE The steamroller that is the Loyola Sacred Heart ... In the earlier consolation match, the Falcons (16-5) downed Deer Lodge 3-1 ... Florence 3, Deer Lodge 1. (Montana Standard, MT)
State checks sex allegations (43) Nov 9, 2008
HELENA (AP) Four employees at the Montana State Prison in Deer Lodge are on paid suspension while the state Department of Corrections investigates an inmate's allegations that prison staff subjected him to sexual. misconduct, a spokesman for the department said Saturday. (Montana Standard, MT)
Sled dog race headed for Butte Nov 8, 2008
The venerable long-distance sled dog race plans to add a stage race aspect that starts near Deer Lodge and passes north of the Mining City in mid-February, race publicist Pam Beckstrom of Olney said ... It starts on Friday, Feb. 13, with a 25-mile jog over Forest Service roads from Orofino Creek southeast of Deer Lodge to the northern outskirts of Butte, above Walkerville ... Most recently, it began on Saturdays at Camp Rimini with a 50-mile run over the Continental Divide to Deer Lodge. (Montana Standard, MT)
Wardens clinch divisional spot at 6-B Nov 8, 2008
DEER LODGE Missoula Loyola Sacred Heart moved to within one match of a District 6-B tournament title with a sweep of Florence Friday ... The others include Florence (15-4), Deer Lodge (11-9) and Darby (3-17) ... Deer Lodge did it with wins over Darby and Missoula Valley Christian Friday, sweeping both opponents in straight sets. (Montana Standard, MT)
Breakers, Falcons on top at 6-B clash. Nov 7, 2008
A block by the Deer Lodge Warden duo of Morgan Close (32) and Sarah O'Hara sails past Darby Tiger players Miriam Bender (5) and Rachel Wetzsteon (1) during 6-B district tournament action Thursday in Deer Lodge. DEER LODGE The Missoula Loyola Sacred Heart Breakers advanced to face Florence in the championship bracket of the 6-B district ... at the Powell County High School gym in Deer Lodge. (Montana Standard, MT)
Postseason volleyball swings into action Nov 6, 2008
In southwest Montana, four tourneys are set to begin play, including the 5-B at Manhattan Christian, the 6-B at Deer Lodge, the 8-C at the MAC in Butte and the 9-C at Drummond ... Deer Lodge has gotten outstanding play all year from Sarah O'Hara and Dani Johnson, while Jherianne Phillips provides a strong presence at the net for the Wardens. (Montana Standard, MT)
High voter turnout includes a precinct with 100 percent Nov 6, 2008
ANACONDA More than 80 percent of Deer Lodge County's registered voters cast ballots Tuesday, with at least one precinct boasting a perfect turnout ... "It just shows the interest was there." Overall, Anaconda-Deer Lodge County had an 81 percent voter turnout, with 5,120 of 6,341 registered voters participating. (Montana Standard, MT)
Announcements Nov 6, 2008
The monthly meeting of the Powell County Shooters Association in Deer Lodge will be held at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at the CPC Building, located at 444 Montana. Phone Bob or Bev Dorland, 846-3978, for details. (Montana Standard, MT)
Montana goes to McCain Nov 6, 2008
Obama took 12 counties a mix of Democratic strongholds such as Missoula, Silver Bow, Deer Lodge, Cascade and Lewis and Clark, plus counties with large numbers of American Indian votes, such as Glacier, Hill, Blaine, Roosevelt, Rosebud, Big Horn and Lake. Obama's campaign spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in Montana. (Missoulian, MT)
PREP NOTEBOOK: Spartans miss playoffs by mere points Nov 6, 2008
It couldn't have come at a better time for the Eagles, who begin play at the District 6-B tournament on Thursday in Deer Lodge. Valley Christain (1-15) opens against Seeley-Swan. (Missoulian, MT)
District 6-B volleyball tournament Nov 6, 2008
Flornce will take on the winner of the Deer Lodge-Darby match. Site Index rces. (Missoulian, MT)
More of this story Nov 6, 2008
Cut Bank Pioneer Press :: Cut Bank Montana News. By Kent Shaffer Wednesday, November 5, 2008 10:59 AM MST. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Area election results Nov 5, 2008
Sweeney wins in Anaconda ANACONDA Mark Sweeney edged out Gene Vuckovich with a 658-602 vote Tuesday for a seat on the Anaconda-Deer Lodge County Commission in District 1, unofficial tallies show ... Three races for offices in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County were uncontested ... Powell gives nod to McCain DEER LODGE Powell County voters gave John McCain 1,664 votes compared to 1,010 votes for Barack Obama in Tuesday's presidential election. (Montana Standard, MT)
Polls open Tuesday Nov 4, 2008
In Deer Lodge County, polls are open at Warm Springs, the Opportunity Community Club, Fred Moodry Middle School and Dwyer Primary from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.. In Madison County, polls are open at the Alder Community Center and Virginia City Community Center from noon to 8 p.m., and at the Sheridan Library, the Twin Bridges School, Cardwell School, Harrison High School, Madison Valley First Station and Ennis Town Hall from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.. (Montana Standard, MT)
Farewell state quarters Nov 4, 2008
montana79 wrote on Nov 3, 2008 7:32 PM:" the buffalo skull has been a Montana trademark for years. Always finding itself on our license plates. We thank legendary artist Charles Marion Russell, so that we could plagiarize his trademark. Mining was/is great for our economy I agree J.R. However what symbol of mining should we have used. A slicken along the Clark Fork River? How about a leaching pond. Even better how about the Anaconda stack at full capacity polluting the Deer Lodge valley. The... (Montana Standard, MT)
Writer talks about prison book Nov 2, 2008
Photo courtesy of J.M. Cooper - A photo is shown from Dark Spaces: Montana s Historic Penitentiary at Deer Lodge which explores the stories of Montana s original prison. For more than a century, the original state penitentiary at Deer Lodge, a stark stone fortress, housed Montana s criminals ... But it was a tale that needed telling, so Baumler collaborated with society photographer J.M. Cooper to produce Dark Spaces: Montana s Historic Penitentiary at Deer Lodge, a look at the prisoners,... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Locals fare well at Montana Cup (2) Nov 2, 2008
Nicole Hunt of Deer Lodge placed second in the women s open, despite having just given birth just four months ago. She is a six-time Montana Cup titlist and a nationally ranked runner. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
What's happenin' Nov 2, 2008
n A soup and bread luncheon starts at noon Sunday in the CE Building Presbyterian Church, 500 Milwaukee Ave., Deer Lodge. Homemade tomato soup and homemade bread will be served for 3 per person. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Miller accepts LL promotion Nov 1, 2008
Miller will oversee the district that has 15 leagues in Great Falls, Missoula, Deer Lodge, Anaconda, Dillon, Lolo and Butte ... Also, Deer Lodge started a league, and Anaconda went from having no softball to having a strong softball program, Miller said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Lean files countersuit (446) Oct 30, 2008
since_1984 wrote on Oct 29, 2008 5:40 PM:" HEY it's worth a try. Happened in Deer Lodge County and that thief won!!!!SOOOOOOO.....if ya in need of some $$$$ STEAL & SUE. ". jedizan wrote on Oct 29, 2008 4:10 PM:" Well, Gary has done one thing it seems. He has united everyone against him by doing this. I hope he does not get his way and that the county gets theirs. I feel for his wife and family though... ". (Montana Standard, MT)
Halloween events set all over Oct 30, 2008
To reserve a spot, call the Student Life office at 683-7565, HAUNTED HOUSES q Old Montana Prison in Deer Lodge presents a night of heart-pounding terror and insanity at from 8 to 11 p.m. Friday. Admission is 5 per person. (Montana Standard, MT)
PREP NOTEBOOK: Gideon brothers practice what they preach Oct 30, 2008
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Historic theater gutted by blaze receives grant Oct 29, 2008
- A foundation in Nevada has decided to donate more than $300,000 toward the restoration of a historic theater in Deer Lodge that was gutted by a fire in 2006. The E.L. Wiegand Foundation of Reno, Nev. (Montana Standard, MT)
Gun allegedly brandished on good Samaritans Oct 29, 2008
Deer Lodge casino must take down palms. A casino on the north end of Deer Lodge has until mid-November to remove 25 pink, green and yellow artificial palm trees near Interstate 90. (Missoulian, MT)
Cows trained to eat weeds Oct 27, 2008
Kathy Voth of Livestock for Landscapes developed the steps to train cows to eat Canada thistle, leafy spurge and spotted knapweed in a pilot project at Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site in Deer Lodge in 2004. Now Voth can train cows to start eating weeds in a matter of days by introducing unfamiliar nutritious foods, and by day five, adding the selected weed. (Montana Standard, MT)
Shrader second, Dennehy third at State Cross Country meet Oct 27, 2008
The top finisher from Deer Lodge was Theresa Lombardi in 33rd at 21:05 ... 61, Joe Lombardi, Deer Lodge, 18:45 ... 138, Cody Stone, Deer Lodge, 22:09. (Montana Standard, MT)
Florence overcomes Deer Lodge, 28-20 Oct 26, 2008
Deer Lodge's Patrick Ryan moves ahead toward the end zone on an 85-yard kickoff return against Florence for a touchdown Friday night in Deer Lodge ... DEER LODGE The Wardens went up against a bigger, stronger and faster football team in the Florence Falcons Friday night, and put a scare in them before falling 28-20 ... Deer Lodge came out with a new quarterback in freshman Robert Stone, and the Warden passing game took the Falcons by surprise. (Montana Standard, MT)
Ben Thielen, sheriff's candidate, charged with insurance fraud (2915) Oct 26, 2008
rumrunner wrote on Oct 24, 2008 6:12 PM:" Lets take a breath here. Does Walsh really have the juice to have the state intervene in a local election. I say no. Getting the state to get involved in anything is a chore in itself. I'm sure that this has been under investigation for some time. I would rather that they did this now like they did, and not wait until he may be elected.Theilen has been walking the thin line between right and wrong for a long time. His campaign has been based on archaic... (Montana Standard, MT)
Mill lays off another 41 Oct 25, 2008
DEER LODGE The housing crisis and continued decline of the economy resulted in the layoff of 41 sawmill workers at Sun Mountain Lumber in Deer Lodge on Thursday ... The Beaverhead-Deer Lodge partnership is not intended to "keep" motorized users out ... " dmckee wrote on Oct 24, 2008 12:14 PM:" My heart goes out to the folks of Deer Lodge and I am sure some of my friends I grew up with are being effected by this. (Montana Standard, MT)
Rialto receives grant for $304,661 Oct 25, 2008
DEER LODGE The Rialto Community Theatre in Deer Lodge has received a 304,661 grant from the E.L Wiegand Foundation of Reno. The money will be used to replace the sound systems, stage lighting, projection equipment and the fireproof curtain between the stage and auditorium that were lost when fire nearly destroyed the theater in November 2006. (Montana Standard, MT)
Antelope out west - Pronghorn populations small but rising on this side of Divide, and hunting can be a challenge even where animals are abundant Oct 24, 2008
Antelope were native to the Deer Lodge Valley, but were nearly wiped out a century ago ... I counted nearly 50 a month or two ago, including a couple of nice bucks, said Deer Lodge resident Darrel Barton ... You see them between Deer Lodge and Warm Springs, just off the Eastside Road. (Missoulian, MT)
Hobbs steps into the fray on D-line Oct 24, 2008
But when first Mettler, then Bender went down with injuries it appears Bender, a promising sophomore out of Deer Lodge, will be out quite a while Hobbs heard his number (99) called. It feels good to get some experience, the West Valley High product said Wednesday, as the No. 8 Grizzlies prepared for Saturday's Big Sky Conference game at Northern Colorado. (Missoulian, MT)
Verlanic shares her plans for Anaconda Oct 23, 2008
As a candidate for the chief executive in Anaconda-Deer Lodge County, I have outlined a specific plan for the future that includes the responsible development of Mill Creek and the East Yards, which will increase our indus-trial tax revenue. Deer Lodge County must respond quickly in support of development proposals that take advantage of energy opportunities such as the MSTI transmission line and the new North-Western Energy plant ... I believe in the future prosperity of Anaconda-Deer Lodge... (Montana Standard, MT)
Sports announcements Oct 23, 2008
n The monthly meeting of the Powell County Shooters Association in Deer Lodge will be held at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of every month at the CPC Building, located at 444 Montana. Phone Bob or Bev Dorland, 846-3978, for details. (Montana Standard, MT)
Football four decades ago rattled, inspired Helena fans Oct 22, 2008
Central posted another whitewash in beating Deer Lodge, 6-0. Manion and Tom Miller connected on a 71-yard bomb for the game s only score. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Woman going to prison for violating her parole (50) Oct 20, 2008
DEER LODGE A Deer Lodge woman will go to prison for violating conditions of her parole ... He said on July 15 a urine sample she submitted tested positive for amphetamines, methamphetamines and THC. On July 31, Nelson was arrested for drunk driving, and on Oct. 1 she was at a Deer Lodge casino. (Montana Standard, MT)
Sampling to begin in Clark Fork cleanup project Oct 20, 2008
- Environmental engineers will begin sampling sediment Monday near an abandoned railroad bridge in Deer Lodge in preparation for a $123 million Clark Fork River remediation project ... On Monday, crews will begin taking samples from a three-acre site near the old Burlington-Northern railroad bridge on the west side of Deer Lodge ... The Deer Lodge-area work should last about six weeks, but cleaning all 42 miles could take a decade, officials said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Powell chamber bestows annual business awards Oct 20, 2008
DEER LODGE Motivation and recognition of achievements highlighted the annual Powell County Chamber banquet Tuesday evening in Deer Lodge ... The awards follow: Business Person of the Year Tina Schowengerdt, owner of the MRC Station at 520 Main was cited as being "an amazing mentor and the hardest working person we know." A longtime businesswoman in the Deer Lodge Valley and in Deer Lodge, she is involved in the community, especially youth activities ... Chamber Member of the Year Ron and... (Montana Standard, MT)
Political ghosts of deregulation rise again in PSC race Oct 20, 2008
Yet even without the deregulation issue, the electoral battle in this seven-county district that runs from Libby to Hamilton to Deer Lodge is a corker, with two candidates presenting two very different philosophies on energy policy. Mood calls Gutsche an ideologue pushing an agenda, which he says is favoritism toward alternative and renewable energy, regardless of what it will cost consumers. (Missoulian, MT)
Crash victim identified (26) Oct 19, 2008
A 34-year-old Butte woman was killed in a fatal crash on Interstate 90 near Deer Lodge early Thursday morning. The victim's mother, Susan Brint, told Friday morning that her daughter, Christie Johnson, was killed in that accident. (Montana Standard, MT)
Victim of Powell County crash identifiedOct 18 Oct 19, 2008
DEER LODGE (AP) - A Butte resident killed in a one-vehicle rollover on Interstate 90 near Deer Lodge has been identified by the Powell County coroner s office. The crash Thursday killed 34-year-old driver Christie Johnson. (Missoulian, MT)
Another Clark Fork cleanup to begin Oct 19, 2008
A week after Missoula residents learned about the end-game moves of their multimillion-dollar Superfund cleanup, Deer Lodge folks are getting introduced to a new and similar project in their neighborhood ... While such work usually starts at the upstream end and works down, state Department of Environmental Quality project manager Joel Chavez said this one will begin in the middle, by Deer Lodge ... While the Deer Lodge-area work should last about six weeks, it may take a decade to clean all 42... (Missoulian, MT)
Where's our public works director? Oct 18, 2008
Eric O'Leary wrote on Oct 17, 2008 9:11 AM:" I can't sit idly by any longer. This is getting ridiculous. If you are going to underhandedly support Mary McMahon for Chief Executive, then just come out and endorse her.Last week you praise her for running the election she is participating in and then you have the audacity to call for "expeditious leadership" because there is no Public Works Director. You can't have it both ways. You should have called on Mary to step aside because of the mere... (Montana Standard, MT)
Butte woman dies in I-90 rollover Oct 18, 2008
HELENA (AP) A 34-year-old Butte woman was killed and four others were injured in a single-vehicle rollover on Interstate 90 near Deer Lodge. Earlier news accounts of this crash erroneously identified the victim as a man. (Montana Standard, MT)
Captured in words and pictures Oct 17, 2008
The secrets of the old Deer Lodge prison are being illuminated at last ... In fact, one resident of Deer Lodge told Baumler that while growing up, she felt as though she was living in the shadow of Cinderella s castle. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Butte man dies in I-90 rollover (158) Oct 17, 2008
HELENA (AP) A 34-year-old Butte man was killed and four others were injured in a single-vehicle rollover on Interstate 90 near Deer Lodge. The Montana Highway Patrol says the vehicle was westbound shortly before 1 a.m. Thursday when the driver became distracted while trying to plug in a cell phone. (Montana Standard, MT)
VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Loyola still unbeaten in league Oct 17, 2008
At Deer Lodge, the Wardens earned a 25-15, 25-23, 19-25, 25-12 District 6-B victory against Seeley-Swan. Syd McKee posted a team-high eight kills to lead Deer Lodge offensively, while Dani Johnson did more than her part on defense, tallying 25 digs ... Kills Seeley-Swan 27 (Catalina Parcell 10), Deer Lodge 27 (Syd McKee 8). (Missoulian, MT)
Good news, bad news hits antelope season opener Oct 16, 2008
FWP Region 2 s lone antelope population, generally located in the Deer Lodge Valley, is increasing in size and distribution, with more than 200 head of antelope and a new hunting district this year - HD 291. While once concentrated on the east side of the Deer Lodge Valley, antelope are expanding north of Highway 12 between Drummond and Avon. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Trestle area cleanup subject of meeting Oct 16, 2008
DEER LODGE A public meeting in Deer Lodge on Monday will focus on the environmental cleanup of the trestle "bum bridge" area where the bridge crosses the river in town. The meeting, hosted by the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, starts at 6 p.m. in the Community Center, 416 Cottonwood. (Montana Standard, MT)
Scout QB key in 'Diggers sack attack Oct 16, 2008
Trent Thomas, a 5-foot-8, 165-pound running back from Deer Lodge, played the role of the speedy Ware all week on the scout team. "Thomas is quicker than waking up in the morning after eating six burritos," Green said. (Montana Standard, MT)
VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP: Falcons soar to sweep over Deer Lodge Oct 16, 2008
The Falcons fought from behind on several occasions in coming away with a 25-13, 25-23, 25-20 win over Deer Lodge in a battle of league powers ... Kellie Despain had 16 assists and two blocks for Deer Lodge (4-3, 6-6) ... Deer Lodge 25-13, 25-23, 25-20. (Missoulian, MT)
Man pleads guilty to shooting girlfriend Oct 15, 2008
Dankers is living in Deer Lodge on special conditions of release. He appeared at the Missoula District Court hearing in person, speaking articulately, but occasionally breaking down in tears. (Missoulian, MT)
GOP executive director resigns Oct 15, 2008
He was referring to the Montana Republican Party's challenge of the registrations of 6,000 voters in Missoula, Lewis and Clark, Silver Bow, Deer Lodge, Hill, Glacier and Roosevelt counties. Republicans raised concerns with registered voters who live at addresses that differ from the addresses listed on their voter registration information. (Missoulian, MT)
CROSS COUNTRY ROUNDUP: Hellgate sweeps Runner's Edge Oct 15, 2008
Team scores: Missoula Hellgate 34, Missoula Sentinel 74, Missoula Big Sky 91, Thompson Falls 117, Darby 170, Loyola Sacred Heart 186, Eureka 206, Deer Lodge 211, Valley Christian 217. Top 20 individuals. (Missoulian, MT)