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125 N. Idaho St. City of Dillon, Montana  59725 OPEN SPACES SPECIAL COMMITTEE MEETING Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 5:30 P.M. AGENDA     1.          Call To Order 2.         Discuss/Recommend Artificial Grass in Jaycee Park 3.         Public Comment on Items Of Significant Public Interest Not On The Agenda And Within The Jurisdiction Of The City 4.         Adjournment   Committee Members: Raymond Graham, Chairperson Anneliese Ripley Joleen Schultz

125 N. Idaho St. City of Dillon, Montana Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 at 7:00 P.M. ZONING COMMISSION Regular Meeting Agen da   1.    Call To Order   2.    Review and Approval of Minutes a.         May 27 th , 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes b.        June 24 th , 2025 Public Hearing Transcript   3.    Director of Operations Report   4.    Applications for Zoning Compliance Certificates for Review:   25CUP-002         Lewis                                     Home Sales              400 N Pacific St 2025-017             CHH Investments               Commercial              720 Walnut Ave 2025-018            CB Investments                  Commercial              735 Vine St   5.    Review/Recommend Work Camps Regulations in Zoning     6.    Public Comment on Items of Significant Public Interest Not on the Agenda                   and Within the Jurisdiction of the Zoning Commission.   7.      Adjournment               PLEASE NOTE : A Zoom link is available. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528,   allowing permission for mic and camera (if using a computer go to            https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Passcode 4245 .   z oning Commission Members:   Justin Rooley (Chair), Mike Watson, Russ Schwandt, Anneliese Ripley

125 N. Idaho St. City of Dillon, Montana STUDY COMMISSION MEETING City Council Chambers Tuesday, July 8, 2025 4:30 P.M.     1.          Call Meeting To Order, Roll Call 2.          Approve Minutes from June 10, 2025 3.          Approve Minutes from June 23, 2025 Special Meeting 4.          Discuss/Approve Vendor Bills 5.          Discuss/Approve Extending Survey through August 31, 2025 6.          Discuss/Approve Cover Letter for Staff Questioners 7.          Discuss/Approve Table for Survey at Dillon Farmer’s Market 8.          Council/Mayor Interviews 9.          Public Comment on Items of significant Public Interest Not on the          Agenda and Within the Jurisdiction of the Study Commission. 10.     Adjournment     Committee Members:           George Johnston, Chair; Bill Dwyer; Mark McGinley;                                                     Ed Mooney; Tim Stoker; Raymond Graham – ex-officio   PLEASE NOTE: The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. This meeting is open to the public as normal. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528 , allowing permission for microphone and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Passcode 4245.  Please mute your microphone until you desire to comment. Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245.

The Beaverhead County Transportation Committee will hold its annual meeting in accordance to MCA §20-10-131 and 20-10-132, Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioners' Room of the Beaverhead County Courthouse. The committee will meet to approve, disapprove, or adjust the school bus routes submitted by the trustees and to approve, disapprove, or adjust applications approved by the trustees for increased reimbursements for individual transportation due to isolated conditions of an eligible family’s residence.

Update #2 The fire is now estimated at 200 acres burning in brush and sage and being pushed by strong winds. Additional resources are en route - as of 7:45pm per the update from Montana DNRC on Facebook. Gulch Fire , located approximately two miles east of Clark Canyon Dam, just past the Red Rock Exit. The fire is believed to be lightning-caused and is currently estimated at three acres . A helicopter, along with ground patrols, are actively working to contain the blaze. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. Updated 7:25 PM 07/01 Two DNRC helicopters, a DNRC engine, Lima Fire Department engines and a Forest Service module are responding to the Buggy Gulch Fire, located approximately 20 miles south of Dillon. The fire is visible from I-15. As of 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, July 1, the fire is estimated at 20-30 acres, burning in brush and sage and being pushed by strong winds. Additional resources are en route. No structures are threatened at this time. Updates will be given when more information becomes available.

Press release from Madison County Harrison, MT On the afternoon of Monday, June 30, 2025, Madison County Communications were notified that a float plane had crashed into Harrison Lake with two occupants. Both occupants were able to escape the wreckage unharmed and had reached shore. Emergency Management personnel on scene notified the FAA, NTSB, and Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks to start their investigation. Although the investigation is ongoing, it has been determined that the aircraft departed from Bozeman Airport that morning. Recovery operations are ongoing. The boat launch and beach are closed until further notice, as per Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, who are on scene. PC Madison County Emergency Management / Fire Warden

HELENA  – Hoot-owl restrictions take effect Wednesday at 2 p.m. on the lower Madison River from Warm Springs BLM day-use area downstream to the Jefferson River, and on the Sun River from the mouth of Muddy Creek to the Highway 287 Bridge.   Hoot-owl restrictions remain in place on the upper Madison above Hebgen Lake. Hoot-owl restrictions prohibit fishing from 2 p.m. to midnight each day. These restrictions will stay in effect until conditions improve.   To check for other restrictions,  click here .  FWP's drought policy provides for angling restrictions when flows drop below critical levels for fish, when water quality is diminished or when maximum daily water temperatures reach at least 73 degrees for three consecutive days. Water temperatures of 77 degrees or more can be lethal to trout.   These restrictions are designed to protect fish that become more susceptible to disease and mortality when water temperatures warm. Restricting angling to only cool morning hours can help reduce catch-and-release mortality.   Catch-and-release anglers can reduce stress on fish by getting them to the net or in hand quickly, keeping them in the water and reviving them prior to releasing them back into the river.    As the summer warms, Montana offers many other angling options with better conditions for fish, including larger lakes or reservoirs, or higher elevation lakes and streams.  Along with monitoring stream temperatures, FWP also monitors stream flows and in some streams holds instream flow water rights. FWP’s water program can issue a call on junior water users, when appropriate, to contribute to stream flows through the late summer and early fall. For more information on FWP water rights, click  here .

After several people claimed that Beaverhead Meats can legally kill animals at their location, we reached back out to Nick for further clarification. Nick did identify one point where we may have misrepresented the situation, which is as follows: In your article you mention “ Currently, Beaverhead Meats holds a custom exempt license from the state and a retail license through the county, allowing them to sell non-FDA-inspected meat. They want to install the kill floor and upgrade the building to meet FDA inspection standards.”  We will post the entire email with screen shots to show it in its entire form. I would like to point out that they are only allowed to sell meat (under their retail license) if it is from an inspected source, carrying an inspection legend. I believe your statement about “allowing them to sell non-FDA-inspected meat” is not worded correctly and could cause confusion. Meat inspection is not through the FDA, it is through either the USDA (FSIS), or State Meat Inspection program (Dept. of Livestock). The custom exempt (processing) license they currently hold through our department does not allow them to sell meat in any capacity (they can only charge for processing fees). "Kill or no kill" has been the topic of debate around town. We at SWMT News received approximately 20 calls the day before a city council meeting, inquiring about the kill plant. At that time, all we knew were rumors. During the city council meeting, Council President Russ Schwandt asked the mayor and the director of operations whether Beaverhead Meats had applied for a building permit or a change of use permit. Both the director of operations and the mayor confirmed that no permits had been applied for. After the news spread, neighbors next to Beaverhead Meats—who own both houses and stores—began demanding answers. Meetings were held, and petitions started. I hesitated to write anything initially because I wanted to see the entire plan and understand what was being proposed. I will write this article based on what I learned about the history of kill floors, when the issue was first introduced to the city, and the events I pieced together through research, what measures were taken, and how this issue is now becoming part of city discussions. Historical Context In July 2010, the Board of Adjustments held a meeting where an appeal request by Mike McGinley and Rick Smith was on the agenda. This appeal concerned the denial of a zoning compliance certificate that would allow them to keep livestock within city limits. The request was heavily opposed by residents and local business owners. Mr. McGinley stated he had been killing hogs for 15 years without causing disruptions or problems in the neighborhood. He wanted to slaughter local beef and supply it to nearby restaurants. He also argued that the board should focus on the animals’ wellbeing. The appeal was denied, mainly because keeping livestock within the area was prohibited by zoning laws. A letter from the city attorney, Duke Gilbert, explained that bringing livestock into a pen for slaughter constitutes keeping animals in the highway business district (H zone), which is prohibited under section 17.52.030, DMC. Mr. McGinley argued that the holding pen would be temporary, constructed with chutes and alleys to direct animals onto the kill floor—a setup similar to veterinary clinics, which are permitted in the city. He claimed the animals would only be there temporarily. The city noted that McGinley planned to hold the cattle for up to 48 hours, which they considered to be keeping animals. Further Attempts and Restrictions In September 2010, McGinley appealed again, providing reasons for why they should be allowed. The city issued a public notice inviting comments. Many opponents reiterated their objections to the kill floor. McGinley claimed the animals would only be held for a few hours, not more, and would be immediately sent to the kill floor. He pointed out that the H zone permits veterinary hospitals, fairgrounds, and temporary uses like carnivals. He also stated he had been slaughtering animals at Beaverhead Meats for the past fifteen years, including recent activities involving 4-H pigs. The night before a sale, he would bring pigs from the fairgrounds to Beaverhead Meats for slaughter. Again, the variance was denied. Strengthening Zoning Laws Following the denial, the city council and zoning authorities worked to tighten regulations, including making it illegal to kill animals for food processing. The ordinance states: “No food processing or manufacturing involving food products shall involve keeping, housing, feeding, storing, or killing animals or poultry.” McGinley asserts that he is grandfathered in because he has been doing this since Beaverhead Meats was established and that he doesn't need a change of use permit because he’s only modifying the interior of the building. He claims the city director of operations told him he doesn't need one since it’s inside the building. Currently, Beaverhead Meats holds a custom exempt license from the state and a retail license through the county, allowing them to sell non-FDA-inspected meat. They want to install the kill floor and upgrade the building to meet FDA inspection standards. When I spoke to Nick Wormgoor about licensing, he explained that they can slaughter animals in the field or off-site from their processing location but cannot slaughter or stun animals on-site. He was unaware that Beaverhead Meats was doing so at their facility. Issues and Concerns Within a week of researching, I identified several problems with how this situation has unfolded: Misrepresentation of permits:  McGinley claimed he was told by the director of operations that no change of use permit was needed, but many businesses must file such permits even for interior modifications. Grandfather clause ambiguities:  Their claim of grandfathering due to past activities is questionable. Adding coolers, pens, and the killing of animals on site when the license they have does not allow this. Many of the people in attendance are pro-business and they are even customers of Beaverhead Meats. But they have concerns of the smell, sound, and other problems a kill floor will bring to their neighborhood. As this develops, we will do our best to keep our readers updated on the subject Owner of Beaverhead Meats Mike McGinley explains to the crowd how they kill animals now and what will take place after the kill floor is finished Owner of Beaverhead Meats Mike McGinley explains the layout of the kill floor and what will be installed.

125 N. Idaho St. City of Dillon, Montana City Council Chambers Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025 6:45 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING ON ACCEPTANCE OF NORTH STREET 7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA     PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE   A.        PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS ON THE AGENDA   B.        MINUTES 1.         Approve Minutes from June 18, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting   C.        PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS                   D.        MAYOR’S REPORT 1.         Appoint Jared Weaver as Probationary Patrolman 2.         Approve Irrigation Design Contract with Steiner Thuesen 3.         Council President Schwan’s Recap of the Beaverhead Meats Tour   E.        REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND BOARDS OF THE CITY 1.         City Attorney – Ed Guza 2.         Planning Board - Bill Shafer, Raymond Graham 3.         Zoning Commission - Russ Schwandt, Anneliese Ripley 4.         Board of Adjustments - Diane Armstrong, Joleen Schultz 5.         Director of Operations – Kristina Abbey 6.         Police Department – Police Chief Jeremy Alvarez 7.         Fire Department -- Fire Chief BJ Klose 8.         City Court – Judge Bill Knox 9.         Library Board - Diane Armstrong, Council Member; Kim Denny, Library Director                         a.         Accept the Minutes from the June 24, 2025 Regular Board Meeting             F.        REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1.         Ordinances & Facilities – Bill Shafer, Chair; Joleen Schultz, Mary Jo O’Rourke                         a.         Approve the Minutes from June 26, 2025 Regular Committee Meeting 2.         Finance Committee – Russ Schwandt, Chair; Diane Armstrong, Mary Jo O’Rourke                         a.         Approve the Minutes from June 18, 2025 Finance Committee Budget Meeting                         b.         Approve the Minutes from June 26, 2025 Finance Committee Budget Meeting                                     i.          Approve Fund Summary for Claims for June 2025                                     ii.         Approve Claims by Vendor Report for June 2025                                     iii.        Approve Mayor’s Report to the Finance Committee for June 2025                                     iv.        Approve Budget vs. Actual Report for June 2025 3.         Public Services – Diane Armstrong, Chair; Bill Shafer, Don Deem                         a.         First Reading Ordinance #485 – Public Services 4.         Open Spaces – Raymond Graham, Chair; Anneliese Ripley, Joleen Schultz                         a.         Approve the Minutes from June 18, 2025 Regular Committee Meeting 5.         Public Works – Russ Schwandt, Chair; Anneliese Ripley, Raymond Graham     G.        PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS OF SIGNIFICANT PUBLIC INTEREST NOT ON THE  AGENDA AND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY   H.        ADJOURNMENT   PLEASE NOTE: The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. This meeting is open to the public as normal. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528, allowing permission for microphone and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Passcode 4245. Please mute your microphone until you desire to comment. Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245.

On June 30, 2025, at approximately 11:24 AM, the Dillon Police Department was notified of possible explosives discovered during the cleanup of a local shop. It was initially unclear whether the items were live ordnance. The Dillon Police secured the devices in a safe location and notified Tom Wagenknecht with Beaverhead County Disaster and Emergency Services (DES). We were promptly connected with the Montana State DES Coordinator, who facilitated contact with the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team from Malmstrom Air Force Base, in accordance with the State Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for emergency services. The EOD team responded to Dillon and, with the support of the Dillon Volunteer Fire Department, Beaverhead EMS, Dillon Police Department, and the Beaverhead County DES Coordinator, safely detonated the devices as a precaution. Public Safety Notice: If you encounter any suspected explosives—such as dynamite, blasting caps, grenades, or other explosive ordnance— do not touch or transport them . Leave them where they are and immediately contact your local law enforcement agency for assistance. Remember the three safety steps: 1.      Recognize  – Identify that the object may be hazardous. 2.      Retreat  – Move to a safe distance. 3.      Report  – Contact local authorities immediately. There is no current threat  to the Dillon community or its residents. Thank you, Jeremy Alvarez Chief of Police Dillon Police Department

The County Commissioners have placed Beaverhead County into Stage 1 Fire restrictions this morning.  Please see the attached sheet for definitions of what this restriction means to you.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and its partner Jeffery Contracting, LLC experienced delays last week and now anticipate placing seal and cover (chip seal) this week. Loose chips will be swept Tuesday and Wednesday. Permanent epoxy lane striping is expected in approximately 30-45 days. Fourth of July weekend: Crews will pause construction activities for the Fourth of July weekend by 3 p.m. on Thursday, July 3 and will resume on Monday, July 7.   Normal working hours are Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Teen Tuesday -7/1 - 6 p.m. - All teenagers welcome to meet at The Tabletop Vault at 26 E Bannack for GAME NIGHT. One teenager attending  will win a gift card to The Tabletop Vault store. Snacks will be provided. Ages 13-18 Congratulations to Teen winners for Teen Tuesday programs so far: Ean, Katherine, and Greer for the Julie McMullen & Pomps program, Kolten for the Bannack Hide-n-seek, and Katherine and Greer for Japanese Food and Music with Nao Fukumoto. Wednesday -7/2 - the FREE movie will be DOG MAN at 3 p.m. at the Museum's Depot Theatre on Montana Street. Thursday - 7/3 - 10 a.m. to Noon - Colors Keep Us Safe! is the theme and we have Katie and Sarah from the Beaverhead County Health who will do a presentation starting at 10 a.m. Many fun activities and crafts promoting safety have been prepared. Everyone is welcome to register for the Summer Reading program from ages 0 to 125. Teens get a chance for a free lunch with every 2 hours read and for each program they attend, they get incentive prizes, a chance to win a prize at each program and a chance to win the big prize at the Finale.    Adults get their name put in for free lunches for every 4 hours read and a chance to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place.  Upcoming: For the community - July 15th is a Magic Show with Kyle Groves. This is a Tuesday and it will be at 1 p.m. at the Depot Theatre Teen Tuesdays - July 8th is Pickleball for the teenagers and there will be pickleball set to be given to an attending teen. July 15th is Bull's Eye Bash at Badger Archery and a Badger Archery gift card will given to an attending teen. Both of these programs require waivers to be signed by parents/guardians and are available at the library Call the library at 683-4544 with any questions. Dillon Public Library will be CLOSED Friday through Sunday for the 4th of July - have a fun and safe Independence Day!

DILLON, MT  – The Dillon Cubs fought hard but fell 7-6 to the Post 56 Knights Legion AA on Thursday in a game marked by offensive battles and key pitching performances. Post 56 Knights Legion AA opened the scoring in the third inning when Mason Reichelt  doubled to center field, driving in one run. Dillon responded in the bottom of the third, taking the lead with Jase Alvarez  singling to score two runs, and Marcus Lagunas  grounded out to bring in another, making it 3-1. In the top of the fourth, the Knights took the lead back after Reichelt  and Oaklen Lawrence  each hit singles, contributing to a 5-3 advantage. However, Dillon tied the game in the bottom of the inning when Andrew Bartlome  doubled on a full count, bringing in two runs, and Lagunas ’s sacrifice fly scored another. The game stayed tight until the top of the fifth, when an error allowed Post 56 to retake the lead at 6-5. Dillon responded quickly in the bottom of the fifth as Jase Alvarez  singled, and Marcus Lagunas  again drove in a run to tie the game at six. In the sixth inning, the Knights regained the lead when Tyler Bodily  doubled down the left field line, and Bowen Croft  singled to the left side, each scoring a run. Eli Bojorquez  earned the win on the mound for Post 56, allowing five hits and three runs over three innings, with two strikeouts and no walks. Marcus Lagunas  took the loss for Dillon, pitching one and one-third innings, surrendering two runs (zero earned) on two hits, with one strikeout and two walks. Will Hansen  started for Dillon, allowing two hits and one run in 2⅔ innings, striking out four and walking three. Tyler Bodily , who pitched for Post 56, allowed four hits and three runs over three innings, striking out three and walking two. At the plate, Jase Alvarez  led Dillon with a three-hit performance and drove in two runs. Andrew Bartlome  and Keenan Miller  each drove in two RBIs for Dillon. Mason Reichelt  paced Post 56 with two RBIs and went 3-for-5 at the plate. Oaklen Lawrence  and Bodily  collected multiple hits, while Jack Avondet  drew four walks, helping the team total 10 walks for the game. The Dillon Cubs will return home to face the Missoula Mavericks  on Thursday.

(Update) She has been found safe A Bolo has been issued for a 12 year old Jana Refka who ran away from the Anaconda Discovery Center. She is believed to be with a 15year old male who is driving a black dodge car. Her mom ask for anybody with any information to please call the Dillon Police Department at 406-683-3701. We have included photos of the vehicle and Jana as a request from her mother. Car she may be in with the 15year old male.

DILLON, MT  – The Dillon Cubs delivered a thrilling come-from-behind victory Saturday, defeating the Broncs Baseball Club 17U 10-7 on a dramatic walk-off. Down 7-6 in the bottom of the seventh inning, Andrew Bartlome  crushed a grand slam to right field, sealing the win for the Cubs in spectacular fashion. The Cubs started strong, putting one run on the board in the first inning. Cohen Hartman  homered to left field, Marcus Lagunas  doubled to right, and Kanin Engelhardt  hit a sacrifice fly—all driving in runs to give Dillon an early lead. The Broncos responded in the sixth inning with a big rally, scoring five runs on four hits to take a 7-5 advantage. An error during that inning contributed to the big push, allowing the visitors to seize the lead. However, Dillon answered back in the bottom of the seventh. With two hits in the inning, they scored five runs, highlighted by Bartlome’s four RBIs on his game-winning grand slam. Cohen Hartman  started on the mound for Dillon, pitching six innings and allowing nine hits and seven runs (four earned), with 10 strikeouts and one walk. Braxton Rodoni  opened for the Broncos, giving up seven hits and five runs (four earned) over five innings, striking out 10 and walking three. Andrew Bartlome  closed the game with a scoreless inning, giving up no hits with three strikeouts. Offensively, Bartlome led the team with four RBIs and went 1-for-3 at the plate. Kanin Engelhardt  and Jase Alvarez  each added two hits. For the Broncos, Clayton Mitchell  drove in two runs and went 1-for-5 at the plate, while Jordan Warner  led with three hits in five at-bats. Dawson Rodoni  and Liam Wexler  also contributed multiple hits. The Cubs will host Post 56 Knights Legion AA  at home on Sunday at 6pm for their next game.

DILLON, MT  – On Thursday afternoon, first responders quickly responded to a serious single-vehicle accident on the southbound lane of I-15 near mile marker 59. The incident involved a semi truck hauling a load of live sheep. The truck, coming out of a corner past the Beaverhead River, lost control and tipped over. During the crash, the cab of the semi separated from the rest of the truck. First responders immediately tended to the driver and then devised a plan to rescue the livestock. Using vehicles and ladders as makeshift chutes, they guided the sheep into a nearby field. Crews then cut away the roof of the trailer to create an opening to safely extract the sheep and rescue any injured animals. In the initial moments, some sheep were uncooperative and fled into the field in a frantic dash, making their rescue more challenging. Local law enforcement, including additional Dillon Sheriff’s deputies and Dillon City Police, helped control passing traffic to ensure safety during the effort. Help arrived with livestock panels to better direct the sheep, and the animals were successfully herded into the open field. The driver sustained injuries, but further details about their condition are not yet available. No other injuries have been reported at this time. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.

DILLON, MT  – The Mission Valley Mariners held off a late rally to defeat the Dillon Cubs 3-5 on Saturday, thanks to key hits and strategic pitching. The Mariners opened the scoring in the third inning when Hunter Luedtke  singled to drive in the first run. An error by Dillon then helped the Cubs tie the game at one in the bottom of the third. In the sixth inning, the Mariners regained the lead when Aiden Gfroerer  singled to score one run, followed by a clutch single from Noah Agliano  that extended the advantage to 3-1. The Cubs responded in the bottom of the sixth, drawing two walks and eventually tying the game at three on a walk by Andrew Bartlome . However, in the top of the seventh, the Mariners pushed ahead again. Hunter Luedtke  doubled to drive in a run, and Cody Haggard  drew a walk to extend the lead to 5-3. Luedtke earned the win in relief, allowing just one hit and no runs over 1⅓ innings, striking out one without issuing a walk. Cole Wadsworth  started for the Mariners, surrendering one run on two hits over three innings with three strikeouts and one walk. Kanin Engelhardt  took the loss for Dillon, pitching seven innings and allowing five runs (three earned) on nine hits, with four strikeouts and two walks. Offensively, Dillon’s Tristan Alvarez , Kanin Engelhardt , Marcus Lagunas , and Jase Alvarez  each had one hit. The team drew eight walks, with Engelhardt and Andrew Bartlome  each earning two free passes. For the Mariners, Holden Emerson , Cody Haggard , and Hunter Luedtke  each contributed two hits. Luedtke also led the team with two RBIs and went 2-for-4 at the plate. The Mariners turned one double play defensively. The Cubs will next face the Broncs Baseball Club 18U  on Saturday, looking to bounce back.

DILLON, MT  – The Dillon Cubs staged a late-game rally to secure a 10-8 victory over Kuna Tribe A American Legion 18U on Friday night. Down 8-7 in the bottom of the sixth inning, Jase Alvarez  stepped up and singled, driving in three crucial runs to put the Cubs ahead. The visitors had taken the lead earlier, with Kuna Tribe A closing the gap through a series of hits, errors, and walks. The Tribe scored on a double, a passed ball, a hit by pitch, a sacrifice fly, and additional singles to tighten what was a close contest. The Cubs began the scoring in the first inning, with Jase Alvarez  singling to score one run, followed by Kanin Engelhardt  doubling for two RBIs. In the second inning, Cohen Hartman  doubled and Andrew Bartlome  singled, with the Cubs scoring on a passed ball to go up 4-0. Kuna Tribe A responded strongly in the fifth, scoring seven runs on five hits, with Landin Toothman  driving in two with a double—the biggest blow of the inning. The Tribe then took the lead in the sixth when Toothman hit a single, giving them an 8-7 advantage. However, Dillon’s offense responded immediately in the bottom half, with Engelhardt’s two-run single and other timely hits helping them retake and hold the lead. Will Hansen  earned the win in relief for Dillon, pitching 1⅝ innings, allowing no hits or runs, and striking out four. Chase Johnson  started for the Cubs, surrendering five hits and six runs (five earned) over one and one-third innings. Gage Curnow  pitched two and two-thirds innings of no-hit relief, striking out two and walking one. The Cubs totaled 10 hits in the game. Kanin Engelhardt  led with three RBIs and a 2-for-3 day at the plate, while Jase Alvarez  went 3-for-4 to lead the team in hits. Cohen Hartman  added two hits in three at-bats. For Kuna Tribe A, Grady Orme , Patrick White , and Landin Toothman  each had two hits. Toothman led the team with three RBIs and went 2-for-3. The Tribe showcased patience at the plate, drawing six walks and turning one double play. Next, the Dillon Cubs host the Mission Valley Mariners  on Saturday at 3:45, looking to continue their winning streak.