Legals for January, 29 2026

MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY  IN RE THE ESTATE OF DOLLY GOTTLOB aka Dolly Gottlob Reagan, Decedent PROBATE NO DP-25-78 NOTICE TO CREDITORS   NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned have 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 publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. A written statement of the claim indicating the name and address of the claimant the basis of the claims and the amount claimed may be file with the Clerk of the District Court, Lake County Montana, or mailed, return receipt requested, to the Personal Representative at the following address: Wonder W. Moon c/o Clinton J Fischer Law office PC PO Box 879 Polson Montana 59860. DATED this 10th day of December 2025. Wonder W Moon, Personal Representative. NOTICE TO CREDITORS PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE ATTORNEY: Clinton J Fischer P.O.Box 879 Polson Montana 59536.PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 22, 29 & FEBUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

IN THE TRIBAL COURT IF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE DLARHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO MONTANA Cause No. 25-0240-CV TRIBAL CREDIT PROGRAM OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES Petitioners/ Plaintiffs VS KIM CHARETTE Respondents/ Defendants To: KIM CHARETTE Last known address if any: PO Box 85 Big Arm, MT 59910. Name and address of Plaintiffs’ Counsel or Plaintiff (in no counsel) Tribal Credit. Explain Object of Complaint/Petition: Complaint to Foreclose Mortgage and Promissory Note. General Legal Description of Property: Mortgage/Property (if title to or interest in or lien on real property involved) Deadline: The above named person has fifteen (15) days from the last date of publication (excluding the last date of publication, Saturdays, Sundays and Tribal legal holidays in which to answer of defend and failure to answer and defend could result in judgement by default. Court Information: CSKT Tribal Court 42487 Complex Blvd Pablo Montana 59855, 406.275.2740.  PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 22,29 & FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE  To be sold for cash at a Trustee’s Sale on May 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM on the front steps at the Lake County Courthouse located at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860, the following described real property situated in Lake County, State of Montana:  Lot 6 in Block 9 of LEWIS ADDITION to the City of Polson, Lake County, Montana, according to the map or plat thereof on file in the office of the Clerk and Recorder of Lake County, Montana.  More commonly known as 211 9th Ave W, Polson, MT 59860.  Stephanie Janelle Pruitt, as Grantor, conveyed said real property to First American Title Company, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Eagle Bank, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on December 8, 2020, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lake County, State of Montana, on December 8, 2020 as Instrument No. 583599 of Official Records.  The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows:    Assignee: Guild Mortgage Company LLC  Assignment Dated: December 11, 2025  Assignment Recorded: December 17, 2025  Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 636127    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 December 30, 2025 as Instrument No. 636292, 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 June 1, 2025, 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 $132,464.15, interest in the sum of $2,353.05, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $4,458.73 for a total amount owing of $139,275.93, 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 31st day of December, 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. MT21818   PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 15,22 & 29, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES   The Consolidated Charlo/Lake County Water and Sewer District is requesting proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide services for the Manganese Treatment Project. The scope includes preparing a Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) for the public water system and implementing a project to treat manganese in the District’s water supply. The PER will provide a comprehensive evaluation of the District’s water system, with emphasis on manganese treatment for the existing wells.    The services to be provided will include, but are not limited to:   Completion of a Preliminary Engineering Report meeting the requirements of the W2ASACT Uniform PER Outline including:  Assessment of existing conditions and summary of system requirements, including data collection.  Preparation of a detailed alternatives analysis of potential improvements to the District’s existing water system with an emphasis on manganese treatment in the existing water supply wells.  Development of recommendations regarding possible improvements that may be needed including design criteria, construction cost estimates and prioritization of each proposed improvement.  Preparation of funding agency grant and/or loan applications.  Project planning and development.  Environmental Review.  Design of improvements.  Prepare construction bid package(s) in conformance with applicable agency requirements and supervise the bid advertisement, tabulation, and award process, including preparation of the advertisements for bid solicitation, conduction of the bid opening, and issuance of the notice to proceed.  Conduct preconstruction conferences.  Construction engineering and contract administration.  Field staking, on-site observation of construction work, and preparation of inspection reports.  Review and approve contractor requests for payment and submit approved requests to the District.  Provide reproducible record drawings upon project completion and submit to reviewing agencies.  Conduct final inspection, testing, and start-up services.  Assist in the preparation of user rates and ordinances.  Prepare an operation and maintenance manual.  Review contractor’s labor standard requirements in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.  Assist in project administration as required by funding agencies.  Further support and assistance as needed.     Responses to this RFP should include:   Cover letter.  The firm’s legal name, address and telephone number.  The principal(s) of the firm and their experience and qualifications.  The experience, qualifications and availability of the staff to be assigned to the project.  A description of the firm’s prior experience and name of a local official knowledgeable of the firm’s performance. Include at least three (3) references.  A description of the firm’s current work activities and how these would be coordinated with the project as well as the firm’s anticipated availability during the term of the project.  A proposed work plan and schedule for the activities to be performed.  A list of experience working in similar sized communities involving Public Sewer and Water Systems (include a contact telephone number).  Resumes of key personnel.    Respondents will be evaluated according to the following factors:    Overall quality of the proposal 10%  Proximity of the location of the engineering firm to the project area 10%  Prior experience of firm with similar projects 30%  Engineering firm’s prior and ongoing experience with the District  15%  Availability and experience of key personnel assigned to this project 30%  Referens 5%                            The District may select the engineering firm based on an evaluation of the written proposals or select several finalists to be interviewed. The Award will be made to the firm whose proposal is deemed most advantageous to the District. Questions and responses should be directed to Jamie Bauer, District Clerk, [email protected], 406-644-8776.   Proposals shall be submitted by mail to Jamie Bauer, District Clerk, at the following address:   Consolidated Charlo/Lake County Water and Sewer District Attn: Jamie Bauer  50811 Rocky Butte Rd Ronan, MT 59864  The proposals must be received by mail prior to 5:00 p.m. local time on February 13, 2026 to be considered. Submit three (3) hard copies and mark the outside of the response package with “Charlo Manganese Treatment Project - Engineering Services Proposal.”    This solicitation is being offered in accordance with federal and State statutes governing the procurement of professional services. Accordingly, the District reserves the right to negotiate an agreement based on fair and reasonable compensation for the scope of work and services proposed, as well as the right to reject any and all responses deemed unqualified, unsatisfactory or inappropriate.  Compensation for activities will be negotiated following selection of an engineering firm. The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 15 & 29, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

Ariston E. Johnson #9891 JOHNSON & SUNDEEN 109 Fifth Street SW Probate No. DP-24-2025-0000079-II PO Box 1260 Watford City, ND 58854 [email protected] (701) 444-2211 Attorney for: Personal Representative MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, LAKE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of John Morris Jacobson, Deceased NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed personal representative of the above 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 or mailing of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be presented to James Jacobson, personal representative of the estate, c/o Johnson & Sundeen, PO Box 1260, Watford City, North Dakota 58854, or filed with the Court. Dated this 13th day of January, 2026. JAMES JACOBSON Personal Representative Ariston E. Johnson #06366 JOHNSON & SUNDEEN 109 Fifth Street SW PO Box 1260 Watford City, ND 58854 Attorney for Personal Representative PUBLISHED IN LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 15, 22 & 29, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF Angela Frances Lozeau, Deceased. Cause No. 25-0201-P NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION NOTICE RO CREDITORS Cause No. 25-0201-P Estate of Angela Lozeau, Deceased. Notice is hereby given that the undersigned, Ronda Lozeau has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present their claims to the Personal Representative within 4 months after the date of the first publication, or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must wither be mailed to the Personal Representative, return receipt requested and or to the Clerk of the Court of the Confederate Salish and Kootenai Tribal Court PO Box 278, Pablo MT 59855. DATED this 7th day of August 2025. Ronda Lozeau PO Box 161 Pablo, MT 59855. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER OF JANUARY 22 & 29 AND FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA.   IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: MARIYA MATHIAS, Deceased.   CAUSE NO 25-0188-P   NOTICE TO CREDITORS BY PUBLICATION     NOTICE TO CREDITORS   Estate of MARIYA MATHIAS, Deceased   Cause No 25-0188-P  Notice is hereby given that the undersigned,   DARLENE SAM has been appointed Personal Representative of the above-named estate.   All persons having claims against the above-named estate are required to present their claims to the Personal Representative within 4 months after the date of the first publication, or said claims will be forever barred.   Claims must either be mailed to the Personal Representative, return receipt request, and/or to the   Clerk of Court of the Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribal Court,   PO Box 278, Pablo, Montana 59855.   DATED this 5th day of January, 2026.  /S/ DARLENE SAM  PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE   16311 SE 392nd PLACE  AUBURN, WA 98092  PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 22, 28 AND FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP  __________________________

LEGAL NOTICE  The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 2 pm in the Office of the Lake County Commissioners, Room 211 of the Lake County Courthouse (virtual attendance is an option) on the following item:    FEE SCHEDULE AMENDMENT  On October 8, 2025, the Lake County Planning Board held a public hearing to review proposed amendments to the Lake County Planning Department fee schedule. The Lake County Board of Commissioners passed a Resolution of Intention on January 8, 2026.  The amendments include adjusting after-the-fact fees for regulation violations and adjustments to the subdivision fees.  The Planning Board recommended that the Board of Lake County Commissioners 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 all public comments during a public meeting, and may pass a resolution of adoption.  All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. Please contact the Commissioner’s Office at [email protected] or at (406) 883-7204 about attending the meeting virtually. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 22 & 29, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

LEGAL NOTICE  The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 2 pm in the Office of the Lake County Commissioners, Room 211 of the Lake County Courthouse (virtual attendance is an option) on the following item:    FEE SCHEDULE AMENDMENT  On October 8, 2025, the Lake County Planning Board held a public hearing to review proposed amendments to the Lake County Planning Department fee schedule. The Lake County Board of Commissioners passed a Resolution of Intention on January 8, 2026.  The amendments include adjusting after-the-fact fees for regulation violations and adjustments to the subdivision fees.  The Planning Board recommended that the Board of Lake County Commissioners 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 all public comments during a public meeting, and may pass a resolution of adoption.  All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration. Please contact the Commissioner’s Office at [email protected] or at (406) 883-7204 about attending the meeting virtually. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER JANUARY 22 & 29, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

Notice is hereby given that the 4th day of February, 2026 at 5:00 pm is the final date for filing Declarations of Nomination for 2 positions for the Ronan Rural Fire District. Election to be held on May 5, 2026. Contact Elizabeth Sherman at 406-253-4048 or Lake County Elections Office for Declarations of Nomination forms. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 22 & 29, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

PUBLIC NOTICE Western Montana Transit (WMT), a division of Western Montana Aging Services (WMAS), is applying for the Montana Department of Transportation’s 5311 Operating Grant in the amount of $318,783 for FY2027 (July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027). Additionally, WMT is applying for the SFY2026 TransADE operating matching grant in the amount of $47,989.  These funds will support operating expenses for transportation services provided to the general public, elderly individuals, and persons with disabilities in Lake County, Montana, and to the cities of Kalispell and Missoula, Montana.  The applications are available for review at 110 Main Street, Suite 5, Polson, MT 59860. If requested, a public hearing will be scheduled, and details regarding the time, date, and location will be provided. The Montana Department of Transportation is committed to providing accommodation for individuals with disabilities who wish to participate in its services, programs, or activities. Alternative formats of this information are available upon request. For more details, contact (406) 444-3423, TTY (800) 335-7592, or Montana Relay at 711.” PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29 AND FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA VALLEY BANK OF RONAN Petitioner(s)/Plaintiff(s) ( ( VS. ( ANGEL L. MALATARE, Respondent(s)/Defendant(s) ( ( Cause No. 25-0217-CV SUMMONS FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION To: ANGEL L. MALATARE Last Known Address, if any: 41791 JOE DOG DRIVE, RONAN, MT 59864 Name and Address of Plaintiff’s Counsel or Plaintiff (if no counsel): VALLEY BANK OF RONAN Explain Object of Complaint/Petition: FOR REPOSESSION General Legal Description of Property: 2002 GMC SIERRA PICKUP (if title to or interest in or lien on real property involved): Deadline: The above-named person has fifteen (15) days from the last date of publication (excluding the last date of publication, Saturdays, Sundays and Tribal legal holidays) in which to answer and defend and failure to answer and defend could result in judgment by default. Court Information: CSKT Tribal Court, 42487 Complex Boulevard, Pablo, Montana 59855| (406) 275-2740. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29 AND FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

Megan S. Winderl  CHOUINARD & WINDERL, P.C.  99 Marcus Street, 3rd Floor  Hamilton, MT 59840  (406) 218-4888  [email protected]  [email protected]    Attorney for Personal Representative    MONTANA TWENTIETH JUDICIAL DISTRICT, LAKE COUNTY      In the Matter of the Estate of    SHARON ANN SCAMMON,    Deceased.    Probate No. DP-2025-55    Dept. No. 2001    NOTICE TO CREDITORS      NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned has been appointed as Personal Representative of the above-named estate. All persons having claims against the decedent 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 be mailed to Kim Cellini, the Personal Representative, in care of CHOUINARD & WINDERL, P.C., 99 Marcus Street, 3rd Floor, Hamilton, Montana, 59840, or filed with the Clerk of the above Court.  I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Montana that the foregoing is true and correct.  DATED this ____10th________ day of November, 2025.    Kim Cellini       CHOUINARD & WINDERL, P.C.  Attorney for Personal Representative      By: Megan S. Winderl PUBLISJED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29 AND FEBRUARY 5, 12, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE   To be sold for cash at a Trustee’s Sale on May 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM on the front steps at the Lake County Courthouse located at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860, the following described real property situated in Lake County, State of Montana:  LOT 7 IN BLOCK 6 OF CROMWELL VILLA SITE, LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA, ACCORDING TO  THE MAP OR PLAT THEREOF ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER OF  LAKE COUNTY, MONTANA.  More commonly known as 44142 Buffalo Road, Dayton, MT 59914.  Joseph Slonaker and Amber Slonaker, Husband and Wife, as Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship , as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Radian Settlement Services Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Wintrust Mortgage, A Division of Barrington Bank and Trust Co., N.A., Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on January 12, 2024 (the “DOT”), and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Lake County, State of Montana, on January 26, 2024, as Instrument No. 609239, of Official Records.  The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows:   Assignee: NewRez LLC d/b/a Shellpoint Mortgage Servicing  Assignment Dated: July 29, 2025  Assignment Recorded: July 29, 2025  Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 633018,   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 December 26, 2025 as Instrument No. 636256, 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 July 1, 2025, 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 $500,215.97, interest in the sum of $23,621.91, escrow advances of $13,685.93, and other amounts due and payable in the amount of $580.00 for a total amount owing of $538,103.81, 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.  The 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 for 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 6th day of January, 2026.  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. MT23472 PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29, FEBRUARY 5, 12, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

PUBLIC NOTICE:  There will be a public hearing on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 1:30 pm in the Commissioners’ Chambers located at 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, MT 59860, room 211, for the purpose of taking public comment on the resolution listed below. If you have any questions, please contact the Commissioner’s Office at 406-883-7204 or by email to [email protected]    RESOLUTION # 26-04  A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO SELL AND DISPOSE LAKE COUNTY REAL PROPERTY    Whereas, Montana Code Annotated 7-8-2201(1) authorizes boards of county commissioners to sell, trade, or exchange surplus real property owned by Lake County; and,  Whereas, surplus property is defined to include land, materials, supplies, equipment and recyclable items regardless of how acquired that are no longer needed to conduct county operations; and,  Whereas, the Lake County Board of Commissioners have determined that a parcel of county-own real property is surplus and excess to county needs; and,  Whereas, the subject parcel excess to county needs is more particularly described as follows:  A portion of S27, T21N, R21W. NHN Rolling Road, Ronan. Containing twenty-three point seven (23.7) acres, more or less.  Whereas, MCA 7-8-2212 provides that surplus county property may be sold at public auction; and,  Whereas, the Board of County Commissioners have caused the subject parcel to be professionally appraised, as required by law, and the said appraisal estimates the value of the parcel at one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000.00) on the open market; and,  Whereas, all notice and hearing required by law has been fully had, and no objections were heard; and,  Whereas, the sale may not be made for less than 90% of the appraised value of $150,000.00 (one hundred fifty thousand dollars).  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:  That the above-described real property is excess to county needs, and shall be noticed for sale by public auction in the manner provided by law, the County reserving the right to reject any and all bids, and subject to any other terms appearing herein or under Montana law.  A sale under this part must be for cash or on terms that the Board of County Commissioners may approve, provided the price is at least 90% of appraised value, and provided that at least twenty percent of the purchase price is paid in cash. All deferred payments on the purchase price of any property sold must bear interest at not less than 6% per annum, payable annually, and may be extended over a period of not more than five years.  Title to the real property to be sold hereunder may not pass from the County to a purchaser until the purchaser or his or her assigns have paid the full amount of the purchase price into the county treasury for the use and benefit of the County.  Hearing on this Resolution of Intention shall be held at 2nd day of March, 2026, at 1:30 pm at the office of the Lake County Commission, 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, Montana, Room 211.  A copy of this Resolution of Intent shall be published in the manner provided by law.  Passed and adopted this 20th day of January, 2026  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS   LAKE COUNTY  /s/William D. Barron, Chairman /s/Steve Stanley, Member /s/Gale Decker, Member    Attest: /s/ Kendra Steele, Clerk & Recorder PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29, FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

IN THE TRIBAL COURT OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD RESERVATION, PABLO, MONTANA RIBAL DREDIT PROGRAM OF THE CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES OF THE FLATHEAD INDIAN RESERVATION, Petitioner(s)/Plaintiff(s) ( ( VS. Cause No. 24-0208-CV SUMMONS FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION DARIANN DALLY. Respondent(s)/Defendant(s) To: DARIANN DALLY. Last Known Address, if any: 905 12th SE #39, Jamestown, ND 58401 Name and Address of Plaintiff’s Counsel or Plaintiff (if no counsel): Tribal Credit Explain Object of Complaint/Petition: Complaint General Legal Description of Property: Education Loan (if title to or interest in or lien on real property involved): Deadline: The above-named person has fifteen (15) days from the last date of publication (excluding the last date of publication, Saturdays, Sundays and Tribal legal holidays) in which to answer and defend and failure to answer and defend could result in judgment by default. Court Information: CSKT Tribal Court, 42487 Complex Boulevard, Pablo, Montana 59855| (406) 275-2740. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29, FEBRUARY 5, 12, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

BOARD MEMBERS NEEDED PARK BOARD The Lake County Commissioners are seeking citizen volunteers to serve three-year terms on the Lake County Park Board (two positions). The Board of Commissioners will accept letters of interest to serve on this board through Thursday February 26, 2026. The applicant must be a resident of Lake County. Letters should be addressed to the Lake County Commissioners, 106 4th Avenue East, Polson, Montana 59860. For further information, contact the Commissioners at 883-7204 or [email protected]. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29, FEBRUARY 5, 12, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

LEGAL NOTICE  The Board of Lake County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 2 pm in the Office of the Lake County Commissioners, Room 211 of the Lake County Courthouse (virtual attendance is an option) on the following item:    BUILDINGS FOR LEASE OR RENT AMENDMENT  On January 14. 2026,  the Lake County Planning Board held a public hearing to review proposed amendments to the Lake County Buildings for Lease or Rent Regulations.  Modified sections include sections 4-8 and the addition of an appendix to add RVs and mobile homes to the regulations, per state law changes in 2025.  The Planning Board recommended that the Board of Lake County Commissioners 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 all public comments during a public meeting.  All written and verbal comments are welcome and will be forwarded to the board for their consideration.  Please contact the Commissioner’s Office at [email protected] or at (406) 883-7204 about attending the meeting virtually.  PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29, FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

LAKE COUNTY BOARD MEMBERS NEEDED The Lake County Commissioners are seeking letters of interest to serve a three-year term on the Lake County Cemetery District. Applicants must live in the Southern portion of Lake County, South of Ronan. The Board of Commissioners will accept letters of interest to serve on these Boards until Thursday, February 26, 2026. Letters should be addressed to the Commissioners at 106 4th Ave. East, Polson, MT 59860, and may be sent by email to [email protected]. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29, FEBRUARY 5, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________

Notice is hereby given that the 4th day of February, 2026 at 5 pm is the deadline for filing Declarations of Nominations for 2 positions for the St. Ignatius Rural Fire District. Election to be held May 5, 2026. Contact Lake County Elections Office for Declaration of Nomination forms or visit their website www.lakemt. gov/175/Filing-Information  For additional information contact Chairman Tim Callahan at 406 745-4112. PUBLISHED IN THE LAKE COUNTY LEADER ON JANUARY 29, 2026. MNAXLP __________________________