Legals for October, 2 2025
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Montana 20TH Judicial District Court, Lake County Cause No: DV 25-208 Dept No. Judge Owen Notice of Hearing on Name Change In the Matter of the Name Change of Joanie Blaine Marquardt (your name now) Joanie Blaine Marquardt (Petitioner (your name now) This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a name change from (your name now) Joanie Blaine Mercer to (name you want) Joanie Mercer Marquardt. The hearing will be on 10/22/2025 at 10:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Lake County. Date 9/5/25 Mary Rensvold Clerk of District Court PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 18, 25, AND OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
Montana 20th Judicial District Court Number of the Judicial District where you are filing Lake County Name of the county where you are filing In the Matter of the Name Change of Cause No.: DV 25-210 Michel Williamson Your Name now Dept. No.: 2 Michel Williamson Petitioner (your name now) Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from (your name now:) Grace Michel Williamson First Middle to (name you want:) Grace Michelle Williamson First Middle Last Last The hearing will be on (date) 10/30/2025 at (time) 10:00 a.m.10/30/2025 The hearing will be at the Courthouse in (county:) Lake County. Dated September 9,2025. Mary Rensvold Clerk of the District Court. PUBLISED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 18, 25 AND OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT LAKE COUNTY IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: JOSEPH EDWARD BUCKBEE MODERIE, PETITIONER, v. MERCEDES NICOLE MODERIE, RESPONDENT. CAUSE NO. DR-25-85 SUMMONS FOR PUBLICATION NOTICE TO: Respondent Mercedes Nicole Moderie. You are named in a petition to dissolve your marriage. Unless you respond in 21 days, the court may decide against you without you being heard and give Petitioner everything asked for in the Petition. You must submit your written response within 21 calendar days. The 21 day period starts the day after the last date of publication of this notice. If the final day falls on a weekend or court holiday, you may file your response on the next business day. You must file your written response with the Clerk of District Court, Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue E., Polson, MT 59860. DATED this 12th day of September, 2025. MARY RENSVOLD Clerk of District Court. PUBLISHED SEPTEMBER 18, 25 AND OCTOBER 2, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF: SUSAN RAUB FORTNER, Petitioner. CAUSE No. DV-25-219 Hon. JOHN A. MERCER NOTICE OF HEARING TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED HEREIN: The Petition of SUSAN RAUB FORTNER, born January 28, 1958 in Greeley, Colorado, now residing in Polson, Montana, requesting to change her name to SUSAN GAYE RAUB, filed in the above entitled Court, has been set for hearing in the Lake County Courthouse, Polson, Montana, for the 30th day of October, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., and objections thereto may be filed by anyone who can show to the Court good reason against such change of name. DATED this 12th day of September, 2025. 2OTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT MARY RENSVOLD, CLERK OF COURT BY: /S/ MARY RENSVOLD PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 2, 9 & 16, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
Notice of Tax Increment District Annual Report The FY2025 annual report of the City of Polson Tax Increment District was presented to and approved by the Polson City Commission at its September 15, 2025 meeting. The report is available for inspection during business hours in the office of the city clerk or on the city’s website www.cityofpolson.com on the administration and finance page. If you have questions please contact Jodi O’Sullivan Finance Officer at 406-883-8204. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 2, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MELVIN DUCHARME, Deceased. Cause No. 25-0147 P NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Melvin Ducharme. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Brian Ducharme has been appointed Personal Representative of the above names estate. All persons having claims against the above named estate are required to present their claims to the Personal Representative within 4 months after said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative, return receipt request and or to the Clerk of the Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court, PO Box 278 Pablo, Montana 59855. DATED this 6th of August, 2025. Brian Ducharme Personal Representative Subscribed and Sworn before me this 6th day of August, 2025. Angela R Bossy Notary Public for the state of Montana. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP
Notice of 2nd Public Hearing – Lake County Grant Application – Arlee/Lake County Water & Sewer District The Lake County Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM in the Commissioner’s Chambers on the second floor of the Lake County Courthouse at 106 4th Ave East in Polson, for the purpose of obtaining public comments regarding a proposed application to the Montana Departments of Commerce Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. CDBG funds will be used to update the system’s collections system and sewage lagoons as proposed in the District’s recently updated Preliminary Engineering Report. At the hearing, the proposed project will be explained, including the scope of the project, proposed activities, and budget. The project was initially proposed at a previous public hearing held by the Commission to gather public input and identify needs for projects that would better serve the citizens of Lake County. All interested persons will be given the opportunity to ask questions and to express their opinions regarding the proposed project. The County Commissioners are especially interested in receiving input from low-moderate income persons who may be impacted by the project. At the close of the hearing, the Commission will entertain a resolution to submit the application for the project as proposed. Comments may be given orally at the hearing or submitted in writing before 5:00 PM on Monday, October 6, 2025 addressed to the Lake County Commission or by email to [email protected]. Anyone who would like more information on this project or who wants to submit questions or comments should contact Billie Lee, Director of Grants and Special Projects, 406-872-2362 or by email at [email protected]. Those persons requiring elevator access to the hearing may gain entrance through the Sheriff’s Department on the north side of the building. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 2, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA Cause No. 25-0218-P NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF THOMAS RAYMOND ANTISTE . NOTICE TO CREDITORS Estate of Thomas Antiste, Deceased Cause No. 25-0218-P Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Mary Antiste has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All Persons having claims against the above named estate are req uired to present claims to the Personal Representative within 4 months after the of the first publication or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, and or to the Clerk of Court of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court, PO Box 278, Pablo Montana 59855. DATED this 16th of September, 2025. Mary Antiste PO Box 1285 Polson Montana 59860. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JAMES WILLIAM PHILLIPS, Deceased. Dept. No. ______ Cause No. DP-25-57 NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named Estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to JANICE G. PHILLIPS, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, c/o Goodrich & Reely, PLLC, 2315 McDonald Avenue, Suite 200, Missoula, Montana 59801, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 15th day of September, 2025. Janice G. Phillips Personal Representative GOODRICH & REELY, PLLC 2315 McDonald Avenue, Suite 200 Missoula, Montana 59801 Attorneys for the Personal Representative By: Shane N. Reely, Esq. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
BOARD MEMBERS NEEDED The Board of Commissioners are seeking letters of interest from individuals interested in serving on the White Swan Maintenance District Executive Committee. Interested individuals must be landowners within the district. For more information, or questions, please contact the Commissioners office at 406-883-7204 or by email to [email protected]. You may send your letter of interest to: Lake County Commissioners 106 4th Avenue East Polson, MT 59860 Letters of interest must be received no later than October 24, 2025. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON SEPTEMBER 25 AND OCTOBER 2, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of SHARON ANN SCAMMON, Deceased. Probate No.: DP-25-55 Dept.No. 2001 COPY NOTICE OF HEARING ON FORMAL PROBATE OF INTESTATE ESTATE, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE Notice is hereby given that Kim Cellini has filed an Application for Formal Probate of an Intestate Estate, Determination of Heirs, and Appointment of Personal Representative of said estate. For further information, the Application may be examined in the office of the clerk of the above Court. Hearing upon said Petition will be held on 22nd day. October 2025, at 10:00 am., in courtroom of the above-named Court, at which time all interested persons may appear and object. DATED this 17th day of OCTOBER 2025. CHOUINARD & WINDERL, P.C. Attorney for Personal Representative Megan S. Winderl. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE C OUNTY LEADER ON OCTOBER 2, 9 AND 16, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
LEGAL NOTICE The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday December 2nd, 2025 at 2 pm in the Office of the Lake County Commissioners, Room 211 of the Lake County Courthouse (virtual attendance) on the following item: LAKESHORE PROTECTION REGULATIONS AMENDMENT On September 10th, 2025, the Lake County Planning Board held a public hearing to review proposed amendments to the Lake County Lakeshore Protection Regulations. The amendments included Sections 2, 3, 4, and 5.4 of the lakeshore protection regulations pertaining to the definitions, procedures, and existing non-conforming structures. The Planning Board recommended that the Board of Lake County Commissioners could adopt the amendments with the modifications made during the meeting. The Board of Lake County Commissioners will review the Planning Staff’s proposal with the Planning Board’s recommendation and the proposed amendments for conformance with the criteria for issuance of a permit found in 75-7-207, MCA, make any revisions or amendments determined necessary, and may pass a resolution of intention to adopt the amendments. All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. Please contact the Commissioner’s Office at kstinger@ lakemt.gov or at (406) 883-7204 about attending the meeting virtually. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON OCTOBER 2 & 9, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
LEGAL NOTICE On October 30, 2025, at 1:30 pm, the Lake County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing in the Office of the Lake County Commissioners, Room 211 of the Lake County Courthouse on the following item: TAS BIGFORK HOLDINGS BUILDINGS FOR LEASE OR RENT Marc Carstens of Carstens and Associates, on behalf of Tim Sarkkinen of TAS Bigfork Holdings LLC, is requesting an approval to allow for the construction of three (3) dry structures with a total of 61 individual storage units within those structures to be constructed in three phases. The subject property is located along US HWY 93, with proposed access from HWY 93. The property is +/-39.09 acres in size and is legally described as NW4NW4, located within section 16, T19N, and R19W. Information regarding the agenda items is available from the Lake County Planning Dept. Written comments received by October 20, 2025, will be included in the staff report to the board. All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. Comments may be mailed to Lake County Planning Dept, 106 4th Ave E, Polson, MT 59860 or e-mailed to [email protected]. The options for attendance are in person, or virtually by arrangement. Please contact the Lake County Commissioner’s Office at [email protected] or at (406) 883-7204 if you would like to attend the meeting virtually. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON OCTOBER 2, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
Federal Tax Return for 2024 iis open for review for the James and Wanda Hollensteiner Foundation for the next 180 days at: 4006 Grimes Ave. S, Edina, MN 55416 PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON OCTOBER 2, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF * File No. DP-25-60 WILMA JEAN BICK, * NOTICE TO CREDITORS Deceased. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be mailed to MELVIN SCOTT ELVERUD, the Personal Representative, return receipt requested, at P.O. Box 683, Chester, Montana, 59522, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 30th day of September 2025. MELVIN SCOTT ELVERUD Personal Representative PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON OCTOBER 9, 16 & 23, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee’s Sale on January 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM on the front steps of the Lake County Courthouse, 106 Fourth Avenue East, Polson, MT, the following described real property situated in Lake County, State of Montana: LOT “A” OF THE AMENDED PLAT OF LOT 2 AND LOT 3, BLOCK 2, OF PINEWOOD ADDITION TO PABLO - AMENDED, A SUBDIVISION OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO THE MAP OR PLATTHEREOF ON FILE AND OF RECORD IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA. More commonly known as 41927 Kennedy Dr, Ronan, MT 59864. Michael J. Ogden, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to Lake County Abstract & Title Co, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. as designated nominee for Glacier Bank, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on April 6, 2022, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lake County, State of Montana, on April 11, 2022 as Instrument No. 597417, of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: Glacier Bank, Division of Glacier Bank Assignment Dated: June 25, 2025 Assignment Recorded: June 30, 2025 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 632441 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Lake County, Montana Jason J. Henderson is the Successor Trustee pursuant to a Substitution of Trustee recorded in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, State of Montana, on August 19, 2025 as Instrument No. 633748, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust due to the Grantor(s) failure to make monthly payments beginning October 1, 2024, and each month subsequent, which monthly installments would have been applied on the principal and interest due on said obligation and other charges against the property or loan. By reason of said default, the Beneficiary has declared all sums owing on the obligation secured by said Trust Deed immediately due and payable. The total amount due on this obligation is the principal sum of $186,786.09, interest in the sum of $6,967.34, escrow advances of $4,865.71, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $4,359.94 for a total amount owing of $202,979.08, plus accruing interest, late charges, and other fees and costs that may be incurred or advanced. The Beneficiary anticipates and may disburse such amounts as may be required to preserve and protect the property and for real property taxes that may become due or delinquent, unless such amounts of taxes are paid by the Grantor. If such amounts are paid by the Beneficiary, the amounts or taxes will be added to the obligations secured by the Deed of Trust. Other expenses to be charged against the proceeds of this sale include the Trustee’s fees and attorney’s fees, costs and expenses of the sale, and late charges, if any. Beneficiary has elected, and has directed the Trustee to sell the above described property to satisfy the obligation. The sale is a public sale and any person, including the Beneficiary, excepting only the Trustee, may bid at the sale. The bid price must be paid immediately upon the close of bidding in cash or cash equivalents (valid money orders, certified checks or cashier’s checks). The conveyance will be made by Trustee’s Deed, without any representation or warranty, including warranty of title, express or implied, as the sale is made strictly on an as-is, where-is basis, without limitation, the sale is being made subject to all existing conditions, if any, of lead paint, mold or other environmental or health hazards. The sale purchaser shall be entitled to possession of the property on the 10th day following the sale. The Grantor, successor in interest to the Grantor, or any other person having an interest in the property, has the right, at any time prior to the Trustee’s Sale, to pay to the Beneficiary, or the successor in interest to the Beneficiary, the entire amount then due under the Deed of Trust and the obligation secured thereby (including costs and expenses actually incurred and attorney’s fees) other than such portion of the principal as would not then be due had no default occurred and by curing any other default complained of herein that is capable of being cured by tendering the performance required under the obligation or to cure the default, by paying all costs and expenses actually incurred in enforcing the obligation and Deed of Trust with Successor Trustee’s and attorney’s fees. In the event that all defaults are cured the foreclosure will be dismissed and the foreclosure sale will be canceled. The scheduled Trustee’s Sale may be postponed by public proclamation up to 15 days for any reason. In the event of a bankruptcy filing, the sale may be postponed by the Trustee for up to 120 days by public proclamation at least every 30 days. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Successor Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 19th day of September, 2025. Jason J. Henderson Substitute Trustee 38 2nd Avenue East Dickinson, ND 58601 Telephone: 801-355-2886 Office Hours: Mon.-Fri., 8AM-5PM (MST) File No. MT22954 PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON OCTOBER 9, 16 & 23, 2025. MNAXLP __________________________