For the second week in a row, the Bulldogs have earned a special teams player of the week honor. This week, Eli Nourse was voted the ERCK Hotels Frontier Conference Special Teams Player of the Week after a standout performance in punt returns. Nourse returned four punts for an average of 24.3 yards per return. That includes taking one 60 yards for a touchdown. Nourse also had 11 receptions for 142 yards and a touchdown as Western defeated MSU-Northern 44-0. This is the first weekly honor of Nourse’s career. After a standout week in the back row, Montana Western libero Kelsey Goddard was voted the ERCK Hotels Frontier Conference Defender of the Week. Goddard anchored the Western defense with an average of 7.00 digs per set as the team split its two matches. She snagged 26 digs in Western’s four-set win over Carroll and followed with 30 digs in a four-set loss to Rocky Mountain. Goddard has 20-plus digs in five of the team’s past six contests. This is the first weekly honor of Goddard’s career.

Saturday downtown Dillon was a busy place. The UMW Football team started the day off with a game against Northern. Idaho Street was busy with Fall Fest, and the night was finished off at the Frontier Events Center with a dog costume contest that raised funds for the Beaverhead County Animal Shelter, and then was followed by the Shadow Spook performance by the Silhouettes. The costume contest had dogs from the animal shelter as well as other dogtestants who strutted their stuff on a model runway. With a handful of judges to find which pooch wore it best. The top ten dogs all got a treat bag and a certificate for participating while the top three dogs won a blanket and a gift bag full of goodies. Spider dog came out with the number one spot. After the dog contest the audience was treated to a show called Shadow Spook. Working with both live performances and a show produced using shadows and projected onto the big screen at the frontier event center, the audience was immersed in a visually compelling story. Spook the Shadow and his two friends go on a journey to find Spook's family, along the way they encounter many scary obstacles in the end they all find what they are looking for and realize it was there the whole time. Proceeds from the show went to help KDBM/KBEV Coats for Kids and Families.

UMW Sports Press Release The no. 13 ranked Montana Western football team (7-1, 5-1) overcame a slow start in today’s matchup with MSU-Northern (1-7, 0-6) as they cruised to a 44-0 rout of the Lights. The Bulldog defense was solid in the game, setting a new school record for fewest rushing yards allowed in a game with -37. They totaled 13 tackles for loss and held the Lights to just four first downs and 61 total yards of offense. How It Happened After taking a 0-0 score into the second quarter, the Bulldogs finally discovered the end zone after Michael Palandri hit Jon Kirkley in stride for a 36-yard touchdown. The following UMW drive saw a quick 69-yard touchdown pass to Dylan Shipley, giving the Bulldogs a 14-0 lead. Tyler Walker extinguished the Lights’ next drive, recording back-to-back sacks for a total of 20 yards lost. The Bulldogs would hang on to a 14-0 lead into the half. UMW would cash in on two quick scores in the beginning of the third quarter. The first on a 25-yard touchdown pass to Eli Nourse. The second coming on a 56-yard rushing touchdown from Jake Humphrey. Kaden Jenks checked into the game at quarterback for the first play of the fourth quarter, tossing up a 23-yard touchdown pass to Coby Tanioka that capped off a nine play, 71-yard drive that began in the third quarter. Up 34-0, the Bulldog defense continued their dominating performance by forcing an MSU-N three and out. Nourse returned the ensuing punt for a 60-yard touchdown, marking it as his first punt return touchdown in his career at Montana Western. Young running backs Bradley Eleton and Payton Hoyt took centerstage on the Bulldog’s final scoring drive that ended with a 32-yard John Mears field goal that capped off the scoring at 44-0. Notables UMW recorded 527 yards of offense, with a season high of 360 yards through the air. Palandri threw for 295 passing yards and three touchdowns. Jenks stepped in and threw a touchdown of his own with 65 passing yards. Nourse led the Bulldogs with 11 receptions for 142 receiving yards and a touchdown. Jake Humphrey led on the ground with 90 rushing yards and a 56-yard touchdown rush. Eleven Bulldog defenders recorded tackles for loss in the game, with Walker recording three for a loss of 24 yards and two sacks. Monson had two tackles for loss of his own with a pass breakup. Up Next The Bulldogs have their work cut out for them as they are set for a showdown in Helena, Mont. next Saturday Nov. 4 as they travel to take on the No. 11 Carroll College. Kick-off is set for 1pm MT.

Fall Fest is in full swing today Saturday, October 28, as kids dress in their favorite costume and take over Idaho Street. Fall Fest is sponsored by the Beaverhead Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture and runs today until 5 PM. Booths line Idaho street with fun prizes, games and candy. Kids of all ages are invited to come and participate in the event. The library has been turned into a haunted house and has free admission. The scary haunted Metlen Hotel tours also provide a scary pastime. Badger Archery has set up 3-D targets for only $10 to shoot. DRM Motors and Dillon Video are having a trunk or treat as well for Fall Fest. Don't forget starting at five to bring your dog to the Frontier Event Center and take part in the dog Halloween costume contest. After the contest, The Silhouettes will take the stage and perform the family friendly show Shadowspook. There's tons of fun to be had by all ghosts and ghouls of all all ages.

In Montana, many landowners allow hunting on their lands with permission or as part of a Fish, Wildlife & Parks access program. Now hunters have a simple way to say thank you for the privilege of access. Today FWP is launching a portal for hunters to say thank you to landowners who provided access and helped make their hunting season a success. Hunters can go online, identify a landowner by name and/or block management area and FWP region, provide a note of thanks and even upload a photo. FWP will collect these thank you notes and distribute them to landowners at the end of the year. “We frequently hear from hunters how grateful they are for the access they get from landowners across the state,” said FWP Director Dustin Temple. “Many hunters enjoy incredible access to private lands. We want to help facilitate communicating their gratitude to the landowners who provide that access.” This new online feature is part of the “It’s Up To Us” campaign to promote ethical hunting. This campaign is an annual effort with FWP and several partner organizations to encourage hunters to take the initiative to promote good hunter ethics and behavior, particularly on private lands. The campaign website is fwp.mt.gov/ItsUpToUs . Here hunters can find tips on ethical hunting, links to informative video content and the new “Thank a Landowner” portal. The page also features access to the Hunter Landowner Stewardship projects and links to campaign partners.

Thank you to Kodi Laird for sending us this. A group of Dillon Girl Scouts got an up close and personal experience with local first responders. Beaverhead Search & Rescue member Smittie talked to the girls about how to easily prepare for a hiking trip, how S&R is called and what they do when the search for a missing person. The girls then got to see a demonstration of the drone that they use and how it aids in searches. Fire Chief Klose talked to the girls about the importance of a “meeting place” for their families in emergencies and why you should always sleep with your doors closed. We also know know how many Girl Scouts can fit in the command truck…. Two troops! A crew from Beaverhead Ambulance talked to the girls about checking their surroundings before helping someone, as well as how to take off gloves properly and how a sling is put on. As well as how to effectively communicate accurate information when calling 911.

SPECIAL CITY HALL COMMITTEE MEETING City Council Chambers Tuesday, October 31st , 2023 4:00 P.M. AGENDA 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Discuss City Manager Position 3. Public Comment on Items of Significant Public Interest not on the Agenda and Within the Jurisdiction of the City. 4. Adjourn City Hall Committee Members: Raymond Graham – Chairperson; Diane Armstrong; Dan Nye

Halloween my favorite holiday. We have a lot of events and activities going on this weekend so we thought we would get this out a little early. If you have an event we may have missed feel free to email us at southwesternmtnews@gmail.com. Friday, Oct 20 Beaverhead Maze & Pumpkin Patch We are open annually the month of October, Thursdays through Sundays from Noon to 8 PM. Antlers Saloon 2023 Hunter's Ball Bash Join us on Friday, October 20th at the Antlers Saloon in Wisdom, MT for our 2023 Hunter's Ball! Roasted Meat and Potluck Feed starts at 5pm. Live Music by Johnny V., music begins at 7pm. Come early, stay late! We'll see ya soon, at the Antlers Saloon. For questions call 689-9393 Montana History Club Ghost Walk October 20 and 21 from 5:00 - 8:00! Butte High School's Montana History Club will bring many of the historical Butte characters of the past come to life again on October 20 and 21. You never know who might be lurking around the corner. This tour is a mix of historical with a bit of haunted fun. There will be a few "scares". A portion of the Ghost Walk is underground. Guests must be age 5 and above to do the underground portion of the tour. The underground portion is optional for all guests. This portion will be guided and hard hats and lights will be issued. Please wear close toed shoes and dress warmly as the majority of the tour will be outdoors. This is a joint fundraiser for the Montana History Club and the World Museum of Mining: Under 5: Free Age 5 - 17: $5.00 Age 18 and above: $10.00 Last ticket sold at 7:30 pm each night Saturday, Oct 21 Hillcrest Bazaar Join us for the 47th annual Hillcrest Bazaar Arts and Craft show! With lots of vendors enjoy an afternoon of unique handcrafted items, food, face painting and more! $1 admission goes to Hillcrest Elementary school. Old Montana Prison Halloween Haunted House THERE'S TROUBLE IN THE CELL HOUSE!!! The Old Montana Prison Halloween Haunted House is returning this year! Evil has taken over the Old Montana Prison in Deer Lodge October 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th prepare yourself for one of the scariest Halloween attractions in Montana. From 6 pm to midnight the doors of the Old Prison will open for those who think they are brave enough to venture into its shadows. 10 to 17 years old are only $10.00 and $20.00 for adults. With new scares every night, we are sure to get your blood pumping. Tickets will be available the night of the event at the front desk of the Old Prison Visitor Center Do you have what it takes to survive the Old Prison Haunted House? Find out this October. Sponsored by the Powell County Museum and Arts Foundation. Wednesday, Oct 25 Twin Bridges Fall Festival Twin Bridges Fair Grounds- School Farm Pumpkin Chuckin’ Tic-Tac-Toe Toss Pumpkin Bag-Patch Apple Cider Press Corn Roast Bake-sale Corn Hole Scarecrow craft Contest Pumpkin Painting Face Painting Maze Barrel Train Rides Chili Cook-off Corn Bread Cow Pie Bingo Geo-’catch’ clue release Montana Western Invites Community To "Trunk Or Treat" On October 25 The University of Montana Western’s Residence Life team is excited to announce that this year's "Trunk or Treat" event will be held on Wednesday, October 25, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the BARC parking lot on campus. Thursday, Oct 26 Friday, Oct 27 Bannack Ghost Walk Take a tour through Bannack when the spirits come out to play! they will tells scary/funny stories from the past. tours at at 7 pm and 9 pm each night. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for ages 12 and under. Each show is limited to 110 people. To reserve tickets, call Reserve America at 855-922-6768. not recommended for ages 3 and under. Dress warmly. For more information, call the park ar 406-834-3413. Let The Ghoul Times Roll Family friendly Alice in Wonderland haunted house Candy, snack, treats & punch Take and make crafts Family movie starting at 6pm Ghouls Night Out Never too early to plan your Halloween weekend! We are the location sponsor for the Ghouls Night Out, a Dillon Community Foundation event! It is an all ladies fun ride. The ride itself is about 30 minutes but we will have tarot card & aura reading, costume contest, & door prizes after the ride for all that want to join. Then, Joel & Dalton will be playing some LIVE music starting at 9pm. We will also have some fun stuff planned for the later crowd. Old Montana Prison Halloween Haunted House THERE'S TROUBLE IN THE CELL HOUSE!!! The Old Montana Prison Halloween Haunted House is returning this year! Evil has taken over the Old Montana Prison in Deer Lodge October 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th prepare yourself for one of the scariest Halloween attractions in Montana. From 6 pm to midnight the doors of the Old Prison will open for those who think they are brave enough to venture into its shadows. 10 to 17 years old are only $10.00 and $20.00 for adults. With new scares every night, we are sure to get your blood pumping. Tickets will be available the night of the event at the front desk of the Old Prison Visitor Center Do you have what it takes to survive the Old Prison Haunted House? Find out this October. Sponsored by the Powell County Museum and Arts Foundation. Freaky Frights Fest Freaky Fright Fest will have multiple acts including: Local Dance Corp for there spooky Halloween dance, a fire eater, and will be Headlined by Illusionist Joel Meyers, Combining sleight of hand and original routines with larger than life personality and crowd winning charm, Joel specializes in taking audiences on what NBC calls “A roller coaster ride!” He’s an illusionist and a mentalist, a master of the stage, and a magician. He’s a performer who “will capture your imagination” (Newsweek), and he’ll win you over time and time again. Joel Meyers is simply a mystery; or as Al Pacino put it best, he’s “the coolest person ever.” Awards and Facts “2020 MAGICIAN OF THE YEAR” -APCA “2022 MENTALIST OF THE YEAR” -APCA “BEST MALE PERFORMER” -Campus Activities Magazine “BEST RISING STAR” -College Life Awards “ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR” -The Golden Onion "America's top touring magician" -MTV Live Music With HOR Come ROCK OUT With HIGH ORE ROAD at the iconic HITCHING POST in Melrose Montana for an EPIC HALLOWEEN PARTY!! FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27th!! COSTUMES and GOOD VIBES ENCOURAGED!! Saturday, Oct 28 Pint Night & Halloween Costume Contest UMW Honors Program will be hosting a pint night and Halloween costume party on October 28 at Beaverhead Brewing Company as a fundraiser for a study abroad trip to Iceland. Join in the fun with live music by Bill Dwyer and a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds will benefit the UMW Honors Program trip to Iceland. FREE haunted house at the Metlen Hotel Saturday Oct 28th 2pm-5pm This year it's a special one in the spooky basement for more info call lee at 808-478-9163 Run The Boo Kids Race Run The Boo 10k, 5k, Kids Race Register at: https://www.montanarunningcompany.com/races ShadowSpook SHADOWSPOOK IS BACK!! October 28th at 6:00pm at the Frontier Event Center! See The Silhouettes and Dillon's very own Shine Studio dancers perform this family-friendly spooky show for Halloween! Join us early for trunk-or-treat in the parking lot, visit the haunted house inside the venue AND bring your dog for the SHADOWSPOOK DOG COSTUME contest!!! Tickets on sale now. https://www.eventbrite.com/.../the-silhouettes-present... Scary Skate It's that time of the year... Scary Skate! Wear your costumes, bring your skates (rentals available), and enjoy the ice! $5 for the event $8 if you need skates $5 Bowl of chili, or walking tacos Remember we are first come first serve, so come early! Halloween Costume Party/Contest RVB Start planning now! Saturday, October 28th from 6-8pm, we will be hosting this year's Halloween Costume Contest. Prizes go to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd best dressed. Judging will begin at 7:30. We had some incredible costumes last year so come prepared! Join us if you dare, for this spooktacular night!! Front Street Halloween Front Street Halloween! Saturday Oct. 28th 9pm - 2am Music Lineup: False Fiction, Check Engine, and DJ Frank Hall Doors Open at 9pm. 18+ Event. $5 Cover Halloween Fall Fest Trunk or Treat on Idaho Street in Dillon! Dress everyone in costume and bring the kids for trunk or treat! Start at Glendale Street X Idaho Street at the Chamber Table, then stroll along Idaho Street to Center Street and visit the booths of kids games, treats, and visit our shops! Don't Forget to visit the Metlen Hotel for Scary Kids Tours! At 5pm at Frontier Event Center is the Dog Costume Contest and at 6pm ShadowSpook event! Mark your calendars, this event is not to be missed Teen Night Halloween Party Teen Night Halloween Spellbound ****This is a 12 and up event**** On October 28th, 2023 from 6pm to 10pm, cast a spell on your Halloween night with Teen Night Spellbound! Step into a world of enchantment, where the only limits are your imagination. Dress up in your most creative and spooky costumes, and prepare to be transported to a magical realm of horror movies, dancing, and music. Immerse yourself in the suspenseful atmosphere of our horror movie screening room, where you can scream along to your favorite fright flicks. Then, let loose on the dance floor to the beat of spine-chilling tunes. Whether you're a fan of classic slashers or modern gorefests, there's something for everyone to enjoy at Teen Night Spellbound. So gather your friends and get ready for a night of unforgettable Halloween fun! Costumes are a must! And don't forget to fuel up on delicious Halloween-themed snacks and drinks! Tuesday, October 31 Treat Street 2023 Treat Street is back for the 17th year! We will be at the World Museum of Mining handing out candy from 1-4pm or until the candy runs out on Halloween! Please remember to leave your pets at home, they will not be allowed into the Museum

Montana’s general hunting season kicked off on Saturday with below-average hunter participation and near-average hunter success in many areas of southwestern Montana, despite seasonably mild weather. Wildlife biologists with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks use check stations to collect data on hunter participation and success, as well as the species, sex and age class of the animals harvested. This supplements data collected through hunter harvest phone surveys each year. Over opening weekend, biologists operated six check game check stations in the region and met with 1,979 hunters. Those hunters collectively harvested 106 elk, 26 mule deer and 16 white-tailed deer, among other species. Weather over the weekend was sunny and warm in many areas of the region. Most check stations saw lower-than-average hunter numbers for opening weekend, including the Alder, Ennis, Gallatin, Mill Creek and Townsend check stations. Hunter success was at or above average for opening weekend at the Ennis, Gallatin, Mill Creek and Townsend check stations. The Divide check station saw average hunter numbers, and both the Divide and Alder check stations saw lower-than-average hunter success. These figures do not account for different hunting season regulations over the years, which have varied from liberal to restrictive for elk and mule deer, depending on population status. To download a check station summary table from opening weekend in Region 3, click here . Be bear aware FWP reminds hunters that bears will remain active throughout the general season, and hunters should be prepared for bear encounters. Montana is bear country. Grizzly bear populations continue to become denser and more widespread in Montana, increasing the likelihood that residents and recreationists will encounter them in more places each year. People who hunt in places that have or may have grizzly bears—which includes areas of Montana west of Billings—should take special precautions: Carry bear spray and practice to be prepared to use it immediately. Look for bear sign and be cautious around creeks and areas with limited visibility. Hunt with a group of people. Making localized noise can help alert bears to your presence. Be aware that elk calls and cover scents can attract bears. Bring the equipment and people needed to help field dress game and remove the meat from the kill site as soon as possible. If you need to leave part of the meat in the field during retrieval, hang it at least 10 feet off the ground and at least 150 yards from the gut pile. Leave it where it can be observed from a distance of at least 200 yards. Upon your return, observe the meat with binoculars. If it has been disturbed or if a bear is in the area, leave and call FWP. For more information and resources on bear safety, visit fwp.mt.gov/bear-aware .

A hunter killed a grizzly bear Saturday during a close encounter in the Gravelly Range. The hunter was reportedly charged by the bear before shooting and killing the bear at close range in self-defense. The hunter was not injured. Staff from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks visited the scene the next day and confirmed the bear mortality. The bear was an adult female grizzly with no known conflict history. The bear was in good body condition and appeared to be digging a den near where the encounter took place. This incident is still under investigation by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Be bear aware Montana is bear country. Grizzly bear populations continue to become denser and more widespread in Montana, increasing the likelihood that residents and recreationists will encounter them in more places each year. This time of year is when bears are active for longer periods as they prepare for hibernation. This period overlaps with hunting season and other fall recreation activities. Hunters should be aware that bears will remain active throughout the general season. Avoiding conflicts with bears is easier than dealing with conflicts. Here are some precautions to help residents, recreationists and people who work outdoors avoid negative bear encounters: Carry bear spray and practice to be prepared to use it immediately. Make noise to alert bears to your presence and travel in groups. Stay away from animal carcasses, which often attract bears. Follow food storage orders from the applicable land management agency. Keep garbage, bird feeders, pet food and other attractants put away in a secure building. Keep garbage in a secure building until the day it is collected. Certified bear-resistant garbage containers are available in many areas. Never feed wildlife. Bears that become food conditioned lose their natural foraging behavior and pose threats to human safety. It is illegal to feed bears in Montana. If you are attacked by a bear and you are without a deterrent or the deterrent hasn’t worked, stay face down on the ground, protecting your face and neck with your arms. Stay still until you’re certain the bear has moved away. People who hunt in places that have or may have grizzly bears—which includes areas of Montana west of Billings—should take special precautions: Carry bear spray and practice to be prepared to use it immediately. Look for bear sign and be cautious around creeks and areas with limited visibility. Hunt with a group of people. Making localized noise can help alert bears to your presence. Be aware that elk calls and cover scents can attract bears. Bring the equipment and people needed to help field dress game and remove the meat from the kill site as soon as possible. If you need to leave part of the meat in the field during retrieval, hang it at least 10 feet off the ground and at least 150 yards from the gut pile. Leave it where it can be observed from a distance of at least 200 yards. Upon your return, observe the meat with binoculars. If it has been disturbed or if a bear is in the area, leave and call FWP. Grizzly bears in the lower 48 states are listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act. Management authority for grizzlies rests with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, working closely in Montana with FWP, the Forest Service, the National Park Service, the Bureau of Land Management, the U.S. Geological Survey, Wildlife Services, and Native American tribes. This collaboration happens through the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee . For more information and resources on bear safety, visit fwp.mt.gov/bear-aware .

Sarah Tolman, from Barrett Hospital and Healthcare, will be the guest speaker at the Dillon Rotary meeting on Wednesday, October 25th at noon. Sarah will let us know about the "Barrett Healthy Habits Program", a healthy habits partnership with our local Southwestern Montana Family YMCA. Visitors are welcome to attend, and anyone interested in learning more about the Rotary organization is invited to be a guest for lunch. The Rotary Club meets in the Guild Hall of St. James Episcopal Church, located at 203 East Glendale Street. For more information about the Rotary Club, contact Gary Lorenzen, 406-683-2552."

UMW Sports Press Release After an impressive weekend, Montana Western kicker John Mears was voted the ERCK Hotels Frontier Conference Special Teams Player of the Week. Mears was solid for the Bulldogs in their 34-30 win at Arizona Christian. He connected on both of his field goal attempts, including one from 50 yards which is the longest in the conference and one of seven makes from 50-plus in the NAIA this season. Mears also converted his four PAT chances for his first 10 point game of the season. This is the third weekly honor of Mears' career. To view the full conference release, click here .

MEETING NOTICE Beaverhead Conservation District NRCS Office 420 Barrett St October 26, 2023, 6:00 pm The meeting will be in-person, but we can open a conference call line if anyone is interested, please let us know by noon the day of the meeting if you would like to call into the meeting. • Call meeting to order • Approval of September 21, 2023, minutes • Financial report • DNRC Funding Forum • NRCS Report • Range Committee Report • Old 310 business • New 310 Business o BCD 2316 Lance Jensen, Culvert, West Fork of Little Sheep Creek o BCD 2318 Rob Stewart, Beaver Dam Removal, Willow Creek o BCD 2319 Dan Greenslade, Bridge o BCD 2320 Gerald Jones, Beaver Dam Removal, Warm Springs Creek o BCD 2321 Vince Benjamin, Culvert, West Fork of Little Sheep Creek • Administrator’s Report • Beaverhead Watershed Committee Grant Reports • Old Business o Strategic Planning • New Business o Resolution 23-01: A resolution to coordinate reuse of used infrastructure materials (Petroleum County CD) o Resolution 23-02: Natural Water Bodies and Land Preservation Disclosure (Missoula CD) o Resolution 23-03: Irrigator Water Rights (Roosevelt CD) o Resolution 23-04: Support for Removing Conservation Leasing from the BLM’s proposed Public Lands Rule BLM-1004-AE92 (Phillips CD) o Resolution 23-05: Resolution to Support the Governor’s Recommendation to Exclude Grizzly Bear Encroachment into Eastern Montana (Valley County CD) • Upcoming Events o Next meeting date – December 14th 6pm o Convention – November 14-16th • Public Comment • Adjournment **Please note the deadline for 310 permits is the 2nd Thursday of the month. Permits will be reviewed at the meeting on the third Thursday. Any work in streams or on streambanks requires a 310 permit per Montana Law. This includes emergency work for flood control, etc. If you have questions, please call 683-3802.

Kids lined up at the starting line up Saturday for the 9th annual Pumpkin Run held at Chris Kraft Park. The run was started nine years ago by County Commissioner Mike McGinley as a political stunt and ended up turning into an annual event. Kids lined up at the field making a plan and figuring out what pumpkin was calling their name. The noon siren went off and after it finished McGinley yelled go and kids of all ages made a mad dash to collect the pumpkin that was calling their name. Check out all the upcoming Halloween activities here .

UMW Sports Press Release GLENDALE, Ariz. — The No. 15 ranked Montana Western football team traveled to first time opponent and new Frontier Conference member Arizona Christian University (2-6, 1-5) and escaped with a 34-30 victory over the Firestorm. How It Happened The UMW defense got the Bulldogs off on the right foot, forcing a turnover on downs at the ACU 48-yard line. Bulldog kicker John Mears topped his previous career mark of a 47-yard field goal when he hit a 50-yarder on the Bulldog’s opening drive of the game. The Firestorm answered with a methodical 17 play and 75-yard drive that ran off more than seven minutes on the clock. The drive was capped off by a field goal from Adam Klumpp. The Bulldogs closed out the quarter with a 53-yard completion from Michael Palandri to Dylan Shipley that set the Bulldogs up on the ACU 10-yard line. On second and goal, Palandri hit Eli Nourse for an eight-yard touchdown pass giving UMW a 10-3 lead. ACU answered by going on a tear down the field, scoring quickly on a 31-yard touchdown pass to Chase Tompkins from Tyler Duncan. UMW went on to keep the ball in their hands for more than eight minutes, scoring on another Mears field goal that placed the Bulldogs up 13-10 heading into the half. The Bulldogs opened up the second half with a three minute, seven play scoring drive that saw Palandri take it to the house on a 12-yard touchdown rush. A pair of drives from the two teams burned over three minutes off the clock before ACU scored on a quick two-minute march down the field to close the gap to 20-17 heading into the final quarter of the game. Again, Montana Western found the end zone. This time on a rush from DJ Kirven that capped off a six minute, 11 play drive. ACU made the most of their following drive as Duncan threw for a pair of 33-yard completions to Tompkins. Duncan would then finish out the drive with a five-yard touchdown rush, bringing the score back within three at 27-24. Montana Western wasted no time at all when just three plays later, Palandri would throw a 64- yard pass to Isaiah Thomas for another UMW touchdown. Though the Firestorm were able to score once more, the Bulldogs were able to hang on and close out the game on top by a score of 34-30. Notables • The Bulldog offense totaled a combined 454 yards of offense with 188 rushing yards. Palandri threw for 266 yards with two touchdowns and rushed for 65 yards and another touchdown. • Bulldog kicker John Mears topped his previous career mark of a 47-yard field goal with a 50-yarder this evening. He was a perfect 4-4 on PATs and 2-2 on field goals. • Pete Gibson led UMW rushers with 68 yards rushing. • Nourse led the Bulldog receiving corps with 101 receiving yards and a touchdown. • Brady Mounts led the Bulldog defense with nine tackles, six of which were unassisted. Up Next The Bulldogs return home next week and will host the MSU-Northern Lights (1-6, 0-5) on Saturday Oct. 29 with a 1p.m. kickoff.

UMW Sports Press Release FULLERTON, Calif. — The Montana Western cross country teams traveled to Fullerton, Calif. this week to compete in the John Elders Invitational, running against numerous opponents from across the country. The women’s team saw two runners compete with the men’s team running with three runners. RESULTS On the women's side, Olivia Heiner was the first Bulldog to cross the finish line in the women's 5k race. She placed 56th overall in the field of 140 runners. She finished the race with a time of 19:35.0. Justene Santi followed in 114th with a time of 22:30.2. On the men's side, Brant Heiner was the first Bulldog to cross the finish line in the 8k race with a time of 26:32.8, good for 66th place. Freshman Brody Henry finished in 108th with a time of 28:10.8. Jesse McMurtrey rounded out the team with a 147th finish and a time of 38:19.9. Full link to results are here . Up Next The Bulldogs take a week off to get prepared for the Frontier Conference Championships that are scheduled for Nov. 3 in Great Falls, Mont.

UMW Sports Press Release The RV Montana Western volleyball team (17-3, 4-2) defeated the MSU-Northern Skylights (9-12, 1-5) 3-1 by scores of 25-10, 23-25, 25-19, 25-12. Danyel Martin and KayLee Kopp reached a career milestone in the match after they recorded their 500th career kills in the game. How It Happened The Bulldogs jumped out quick in the first set, posting an impressive .432 team hitting percentage and a total of 17 kills on just one error. UMW would win in a quick 25-10 victory. UMW carried their momentum into the second set, taking a 9-2 lead from the start. Despite the lead, the Skylgihts jumped back into the game with a 10-3 scoring run to tie the game at 12. A kill from Peyton Vogl gave the Bulldogs a narrow two-point lead but the Skylight outscored the Bulldogs down the stretch to tie the game at one each. A pair of kills from Kaitlyn Van Well and Vogl got the Bulldogs tied up at 6 from the start of the third frame. The two teams would continue to battle back and forth until the Bulldogs were able to pull ahead following a 6-1 run that was sparked by Kopp. UMW won the set 25-19. The Bulldogs rode momentum from late in the third into the final set. A pair of kills from Martin and Jordan Olson pushed the Bulldogs up 4-0. UMW never let up, finishing with a team .343 hitting percentage and 15 kills in the set. Notables • Martin and Kopp reached a career milestone in the match after they recorded their 500th career kills in the game. Martin recorded a team high of 15 kills and four blocks in the game. Kopp totaled 10 kills and 17 digs. • Kelsey Goddard led with 27 digs in the back row. • Jazi Smith was an all-around threat in the match, totaling 11 kills and 22 digs. • Kaylee Fritz totaled 32 assists in the game, her second highest mark of the season. Up Next The Bulldogs will now travel to play Carroll College on Wednesday Oct. 25. Following the match, the Bulldogs return home for three straight home matchups to close out the regular season.

The Dillon Beavers took to Vigilante Field Friday night with the goal of remaining undefeated. The Libby Loggers goal was to win the game so they could play in the playoffs. Dillon dominated the game early putting points on the board within minutes of the game starting. Quarterback Kee Christiansen would make a 64-yard run in the second quarter to help with the 35 to 0 lead going into halftime. The beavers would receive the ball coming into the second half. Jrney Mataafa would take the return for 75 yards to put another six points on the board. The beavers would put fourteen points on the board in the third quarter in under five minutes. The Beavers would hold the Loggers to a scoreless game as the Loggers tried to put some points on the board with a final drive. Beavers will finish the regular season with no losses as they are ranked number one.