Legals for October, 25 2026

NO. 32403 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE To be sold for cash at a Trustee’s Sale on February 1, 2027, at 11:00 AM at the East door of the Flathead County Justice Center, 920 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT, the following described real property situated in Flathead County, State of Montana: Following described premises in Flathead County, Montana, to wit: Lot 4 and the South half of Lot 3, Block 102, Columbia Falls Townsite, according to the map or plat thereof on file in the records of the Clerk and Recorder, Flathead County, Montana. Subject to Reservations by Anaconda Aluminum Company in Deed recorded July 18, 1961 under Recorder’s Fee No. 4981 on Page 199, Book 442, records of Flathead County, Montana; and Subject to Reservation in U.S. Patent recorded June 24, 1893 in Book 27, Page 233, records of Flathead County, Montana. More commonly known as 279 1st Street East, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Susan M. Dofelmire and George A. Dofelmire, as joint tenants with right of survivorship, as Grantors, conveyed said real property to Boston National Title, as Trustee, to secure an obligation owed to Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Finance of America Reverse LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, by Deed of Trust on August 15, 2024, and filed for record in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder in Flathead County, State of Montana, on August 21, 2024 as Instrument No. 202400015081 of Official Records. The Deed of Trust was assigned for value as follows: Assignee: Finance of America Reverse LLC Assignment Dated: April 22, 2026 Assignment Recorded: April 27, 2026 Assignment Recording Information: as Instrument No. 202600008469 All in the records of the County Clerk and Recorder for Flathead 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 Flathead County, State of Montana, on September 11, 2026 as Instrument No. 202600020464, of Official Records. The Beneficiary has declared a default in the terms of said Deed of Trust triggered by the passing of the borrower. 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 $149,576.21, interest in the sum of $18,726.77, other amounts due and payable in the amount of $6,739.21 for a total amount owing of $175,042.19, 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.  Important Notice to Potential Bidders: Federal law administered by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”), a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, requires certain residential real estate transactions to be reported to the federal government. If you are the winning bidder at auction, you may be required to provide identifying information about yourself and, if applicable, any entity or trust purchasing the property. This information is required by federal law and must be provided to complete the sale. Failure to provide required information after the sale may delay or prevent issuance of the foreclosure deed.  This is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Dated this 22nd day of September, 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. MT24030 October 11, 18, 25, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32410 Montana 11th Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Sarah Lynn Clark: Sarah Lynn Clark, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-26-1435 AMY EDDY Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Sarah Lynn Clark to Sarah Clark Heinzig. The hearing will be on 12/22/26 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: 10/029/2026 /s/ Sara Smith Clerk of District Court (SEAL) October 18, 25 and November 1, 8, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32413 Montana 11th Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Holden Ignatious Roberts: Holden Ignatious Roberts, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-26-1530 AMY EDDY Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Holden Ignatious Roberts to Holden Ignatious Cirque. The hearing will be on 11/17/26 at 8:30am. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: 10/07/2026 /s/ Sara Smith Clerk of District Court (SEAL) October 18, 25 and November 1, 8, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32414 Montana 11th Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Kali McPherson St.Germain: Kali McPherson St.Germain, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-26-1529 Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Kali McPherson St.Germain to Kali McPherson-St.Germain Cirque. The hearing will be on 11/18/26 at 3:30 p.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: 10/07/2026 /s/ Sara Smith Clerk of District Court (SEAL) October 18, 25 and November 1, 8, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32419 Montana 11th Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Emily Dawn Hyde: Emily Dawn Hyde, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-26-1480 Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Emily Dawn Hyde to Emiya Rose Murphy. The hearing will be on 12/9/2026 at 9:00 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: October 10, 2026 /s/ Sara Smith Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Cassandra Loveless Deputy Clerk of Court (SEAL) October 18, 25 and November 1, 8, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32421 NOTICE OF BOARD POSITION VACANCIES MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY Flathead County is seeking individuals who want to make a difference in their community by filling vacancies on various Boards. Letters of interest are being accepted for a limited number of openings on the following Boards: Lakeshore Regulations Subcommittee, Flathead County Board of Adjustment, Flathead County Planning Board, Ashley Lake Land Use Advisory Committee, Egan Slough Planning & Zoning Commission, Helena Flats Land Use Advisory Committee, LaBrant-Lindsey Land Use Advisory Committee, Lakeside Community Council, Little Bitterroot Lake Land Use Advisory Committee, Middle Canyon Land Use Advisory Committee, North Fork Land Use Advisory Committee, Riverdale Land Use Advisory Committee, Rogers Lake Land Use Advisory Committee, and the West Valley Land Use Advisory Committee. Positions will be appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. To apply for any of these positions, please submit a letter of interest containing your legal name, physical address, mailing address, daytime phone number, qualifications, and the specific board/committee you are applying for.  Letters should be submitted to: Flathead County Planning & Zoning Office South Campus Building 40 11th Street West, Ste 220 Kalispell, MT 59901 [email protected] All letters of interest should be received by 5:00 p.m. on November 27, 2026.   For additional information and specific qualifications please visit our website: https://flatheadcounty.gov/department-directory/planning-zoning October 18, 21, 25, 28 and November 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32429 NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW AND PUBLIC COMMENT CITY OF KALISPELL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT File No. KACU-26-02 – T-Mobile Communications Tower The City of Kalispell Development Services Department has received an application for a Conditional Use Permit for modifications to an existing telecommunications facility located at 139 Kelly Road, Kalispell, Montana. The proposal includes a 20-foot extension to the existing 80-foot self-support communications tower, increasing the tower height to 100 feet, along with the installation of new T-Mobile antennas, remote radio units, associated mounting equipment, and ground-mounted telecommunications equipment. The property is zoned B-5 (Business) and is currently developed with an existing telecommunications tower and associated equipment. The existing telecommunications facility was previously approved under KCU-10-07. As a previously approved conditional use permit, up to a 25% change is allowed with an administrative conditional use permit. The proposed improvements would allow T-Mobile to collocate telecommunications equipment on the existing facility. LEGAL DESCRIPTION The subject property consists of approximately 1.01acres described as follows: A tract of land situated, lying and being in the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SW¼ NE¼) of Section 20, Township 28 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., Flathead County, Montana, known as Certificate of Survey No. 3537. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW AND PUBLIC COMMENT The Conditional Use Permit application will be reviewed administratively by the City of Kalispell in accordance with the Kalispell Zoning Ordinance and the Montana Land Use Planning Act. Pursuant to § 76-25-305, MCA, the Planning Administrator has reviewed the proposed development and made an initial determination that the project is in substantial compliance with applicable zoning regulations and the zoning map. Furthermore, there has been an initial determination that all impacts from the proposed development were previously analyzed and made available for public review and comment in the adoption, amendment, or update of the land use plan, zoning regulation, and zoning map. The City is accepting written public comments concerning the proposed development. Interested persons are encouraged to present their views and concerns.  Written comments must be received by Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Written comments may be submitted by email to [email protected] or mailed to the Kalispell Development Services Department at: Development Services Department  City of Kalispell P.O. Box 1997 Kalispell, MT 59903 Documents pertaining to the application are on file for public inspection at the Kalispell Development Services Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT, and are available for public review during regular office hours. In addition, information on the agenda item is posted on the City website at www.kalispell.com under the Development Services Department page ( Public Platform for Subdivisions, Conditional Use Permits, & Variances | Kalispell, MT ) Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Development Services front desk at (406) 758-7940 or at [email protected] . Following the close of the applicable public comment period, comments received will be considered as part of the administrative review of the application. The Planning Administrator will issue a written decision on the Conditional Use Permit in accordance with applicable City regulations and § 76-25-305, MCA. The City of Kalispell does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs, services, activities, and employment practices. If you need auxiliary aids or services for effective communication or other reasonable accommodation to review the application or participate in the public comment process, please contact the Development Services front desk at (406) 758-7940 or [email protected]. /s/PJ Sorensen/KR PJ Sorensen Director of Development Services Oct. 25, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32432 Montana 11th Judicial District Court Flathead County In the Matter of the Name Change of Alyssa Roth: Alyssa Roth, Petitioner Cause No.: DV-26-1463 NC AMY EDDY Notice of Hearing on Name Change This is notice that Petitioner has asked the District Court for a change of name from Alyssa Rae Rith to Alyssa Rae. The hearing will be on 12/15/2026 at 8:30 a.m. The hearing will be at the Courthouse in Flathead County. Date: October 9, 2026 Sara Smith Clerk of District Court By: /s/ Cassandra Loveless Deputy Clerk Of Court (SEAL) October 25 and November 1, 8, 15, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32433 SECTION 00100 INVITATION TO BID Separate sealed bids for construction of the Two-Mile Bridge Repair Project will be received by the Flathead County Board of County Commissioners at 800 S Main Street, Room 302, Kalispell, MT 59901 until 4:00 PM local time on Monday, November 30, 2026. Bids will be opened and read aloud at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 in the Commissioners’ Chambers, Third Floor, County Courthouse at 800 South Main Street, Kalispell, MT, 59901.  Pre-bid inquiries should be directed to C.R. Leisinger of Morrison-Maierle, Inc., Telephone 406-751-5864 or [email protected]. The project consists of removal, disposal, and replacement of two damaged beams and repair of one other damaged beam in span 1, full deck, sidewalk, and barrier replacement over span 1, removal and replacement of the north wingwall and portions of the backwall at abutment 1, and other miscellaneous work necessary to restore the 2-Mile Drive Bridge (MDT Structure No. 07038) to its original condition as it was before the vehicle impact. The 2-Mile Drive Bridge is in Flathead County and carries 2-Mile Drive over the Kalispell Bypass. Complete electronic Project Plans, Project Specifications, and Bid Proposal Packet are available at the Morrison-Maierle, Inc. website “www.m-m.net” by clicking on the “About” tab, scroll down to “Projects Bidding”, then click “View our current projects bidding page”. Select this project from the project list which will direct you to the QuestCDN website. Documents can only be viewed and cannot be downloaded or printed without purchasing. To purchase and download the project documents in pdf format, click “Download Project PDF” and sign on to QuestCDN.com. Plan documents and the Bid Proposal Packet can be downloaded for a fee of $40. Only firms obtaining documents by this method will be placed on the Planholders List.  In addition, the Drawings and Project Manual may also be examined at the following locations: Montana Plans Exchange at Montanabid.com. There will be a Pre-Bid Meeting held at the offices of Morrison-Maierle at 172 Timberwolf Parkway, Kalispell, MT 59901 at 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 5, 2026. A tour of the project site(s) will be conducted after the meeting.  CONTRACTOR(s) and any of the CONTRACTOR’s subcontractors bidding on this project will be required to obtain registration with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI). CONTRACTOR’s are required to have registered with the DLI prior to bidding on this project. All laborers and mechanics employed by CONTRACTOR(s) or subcontractors in performance of the construction work shall be paid wages at rates as may be required by the laws of the State of Montana in accordance with the schedule of Montana Prevailing Wage Rates established by the Montana Department of Labor and Industry included in the Project Manual. Each bid or proposal must be accompanied by a Certified Check, Cashier’s Check, or Bid Bond from surety corporation authorized to do business in Montana payable to Flathead County, in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the total amount of the bid. Successful BIDDERS shall furnish an approved Construction Performance Bond and a Construction (Labor and Materials) Payment Bond, each in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract amount. Insurance as required shall be provided by the successful BIDDER(s) and a certificate(s) of that insurance shall be provided. No bid may be withdrawn after the scheduled time for the public opening of the Bids specified above. The right is reserved to reject any or all Proposals received, to waive informalities, to postpone the award of the contract for a period of not to exceed sixty (60) days, and to accept the lowest responsive and responsible bid which is in the best interest of Flathead County. The CONTRACTOR(s) is required to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Published at Kalispell, Montana this 20th day of October 2026. Board of County Commissioners Flathead County, Montana /s/ Brad W. Abell Brad W. Abell Address: 800 S. Main Street Kalispell, Montana 59901 October 25 and November 1, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32434 TANKO LAW OFFICE LAURIE D. MARBURGER, ESQ. Montana Bar No. 5284 392 1st Avenue East North Kalispell, MT 59901 Tel: (406) 257-3711 Fax: (406) 257-3722 Email: [email protected] Web: www.tankolaw.com Attorney for Personal Representative MONTANA ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, FLATHEAD COUNTY In Re: The Estate of: TONYA BUMBARGER, Deceased. Cause No.: DP-15-2026-00240 HON. DAN WILSON District Court Judge 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 Arielle Mast, the Personal Representative, c/o Tanko Law Office, 392 – 1st Avenue E.N., Kalispell, MT 59901, or filed with the Clerk of the above-entitled Court. DATED this 28th day of October, 2026. /s/ Arielle Mast ARIELLE MAST, Personal Representative October 25 and November 1, 8, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________

NO. 32439 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING KALISPELL CITY PLANNING COMMISSION November 10, 2026, 6:00 PM The regular meeting of the Kalispell City Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Kalispell City Council Chambers, Kalispell City Hall, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell.   The public can participate in person in the Council Chambers or via videoconferencing. Register to join the video conference at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87325867730   Public Comment can also be provided via email to [email protected]  The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and take public comments on the agenda items listed below: 1. File #KZC-26-01 and #KPUD-26-02 – Eagle Valley Ranch Zone Change and Planned Unit Development Amendment - Spartan Holdings has submitted requests for a zone amendment and an amendment to the existing Eagle Valley Ranch Planned Unit Development for approximately 10.969 acres of real property generally located at 440 Eagle Valley Drive, Kalispell, Montana. The zone amendment request would change the zoning from RA-2/PUD (Residential Apartment/Planned Unit Development) to B-1/PUD (Neighborhood Business/Planned Unit Development). The Planned Unit Development amendment would clarify the allowable uses within the proposed B-1/PUD area by allowing retail uses of up to 14,000 square feet and restaurant uses of up to 12,000 square feet and by adding athletic clubs, car washes, and indoor and outdoor recreational areas as allowable uses. No changes are proposed to the remainder of the existing Eagle Valley Ranch Planned Unit Development. The property is legally described as follows: Lots 1 through 12 of Eagle Valley Ranch, Phase 2 & 3, located in the North Half of the Southwest Quarter (N½SW¼) of Section 19, Township 29 North, Range 21 West, P.M.M., City of Kalispell, Flathead County, Montana, as shown on the map or plat thereof on file and of record in the Office of the Clerk and Recorder, Flathead County, Montana. WORK SESSIONS The Planning Commission will conduct the following work sessions immediately following the conclusion of the regularly scheduled meeting. The work sessions are intended for discussion and informational purposes only, and no formal action will be taken. 2. Parkline Trail Development and Design Discussion - The Planning Commission will continue its discussion regarding the Parkline Trail corridor, including potential development and design considerations for properties located along and adjacent to the trail. The work session will provide an opportunity for the Commission to review relevant planning considerations and provide input regarding potential development standards, land use compatibility, and opportunities associated with the trail corridor. No specific ordinance amendments are being proposed at this time. 3. Four-Plex Development and Design Discussion - The Planning Commission will continue its discussion regarding four-plex development within the City of Kalispell, including existing zoning regulations, development standards, and potential design considerations. Topics may include lot size, setbacks, building size and scale, parking, landscaping and screening, access, and compatibility with surrounding residential properties. The work session will provide an opportunity for the Commission to identify any additional issues or standards that may warrant further consideration if four-plex development is permitted in additional residential zoning districts. No specific ordinance amendments are being proposed at this time. Documents pertaining to the agenda items are on file for public inspection at the Kalispell Development Services Department, 201 First Avenue East, Kalispell, MT 59901, and are available for public review during regular office hours. In addition, information on the agenda item is posted on our website at Planning Commission | Kalispell, MT (civicplus.com) under Planning Commission “upcoming agenda.”  Interested persons are encouraged to present their views and concerns to the Planning Commission. Written comments may be submitted to the Kalispell Development Services Department at the above address, prior to the date of the hearing or work session, or you may call us at (406) 758-7940 or e-mail us at [email protected] for additional information. The City of Kalispell does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs, services, activities, and employment practices. Accessible parking is available in the city lot north of City Hall, and accessible restrooms are available.  If you need auxiliary aids or services for effective communication or other reasonable accommodation to participate in the meeting or hearing, please contact the Development Services front desk at (406)758-7940 as soon as possible, preferably at least two working days before the meeting date. /s/PJ Sorensen/KR PJ Sorensen  Director, Development Services October 25, 2026 MNAXLP __________________________