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- Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park Announces Modified Tours For 2021 Season
Staff at Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park are pleased to reopen the cave once again on a first-come, first-served basis for the 2021 season. Two distinct tour options will be offered from May 28 to Sept. 30, 2021. Visitors are encouraged to call a week before their visit as tour options, times and availability may change throughout the season. No reservations will be taken for cave tours this season. Park staff are always committed to providing a quality experience for visitors. Classic tour The classic tour will feature a 2-mile journey through the majority of the developed cave tour route, including the second-largest and longest rooms in the cave. This tour lasts for two hours and includes more than 600 stairs, stooping and tight squeezes. It is not recommended for small children, or visitors with mobility limitations or claustrophobia. Bats occupy some rooms that are part of the classic tour. Bats can be susceptible to pathogens carried by people. To reduce risks to sensitive bat populations at the park, visitors will be required to wear facemasks in rooms that contain bats. The classic tour is generally not held at specific times, but it is offered based on visitor demand and staff availability. Tickets for the classic tour are $15 for visitors ages 15 and older, $10 for children ages 5 to 14, and $5 for anyone ages 4 and younger. Paradise tour The second option is the paradise tour. It includes a view of the largest and most decorative room in the cave — the Paradise Room. This 1-mile tour lasts for 90 minutes. It includes 15 stairs between two rooms, but the path is mostly level and partly wheelchair accessible. Because the paradise tour provides better accessibility and easier passage, this tour is highly recommended for anyone with small children, claustrophobia concerns or mobility challenges. Starting May 28, the paradise tour will be offered every hour on the half hour, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. These times are subject to change, so contact the park prior to your visit. Tickets for the paradise tour are $10 for seniors ages 62 and older, $15 for visitors ages 15 to 61, $10 for children ages 5 to 14, and free for anyone under age 4. Planning your visit Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park features one of the most decorative limestone caverns in the Northwest, filled with spectacular stalactites, stalagmites, columns and helictites. The park also offers camping, trails to hike or bike, a state-of-the-art visitor center, interpretive displays, a gift shop, food and beverage concessions, an amphitheater, and interpretive events during the summer months. The ticket office opens daily at 9 a.m., and the last tour departs at 4:30 p.m. An $8 entrance fee is required for visitors who are not residents of Montana. Residents of the state normally pay the fee with vehicle registration. Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park is roughly 7 miles southeast of Cardwell along Montana Highway 2. As always, visitors are asked to not wear any clothing, shoes or accessories, including glasses and cameras, that have been to another cave or mine in the past two years. This is to protect bat populations at the Caverns. White-nose syndrome, a fungus that kills entire bat colonies, can be transmitted easily and does not come out of clothing or other materials with normal washing methods. While it does not affect humans, it could have significant impacts to the cave ecosystem. To inquire about tour availability or other questions, please call the park at 406-287-3541. For more information about the park, visit fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lewis-and-clark-caverns .
- 2021 UMW Spring Football Game
2021 UMW Spring Football Game What: Annual Montana Western Red vs. White Spring Football Game Where: Vigilante Field When: April 24, 1 p.m. The scrimmage is CLOSED to the public. Only those on the player/coach pass list will be admitted. UMW Students: First 100 FREE with Bulldog Card Watch: The scrimmage will be live-streamed at www.umwbulldogs.com/watch Due to Covid-19 precautions, there is a LIMIT OF 100 STUDENTS. The first 100 students with a Bulldog card gain free admission to the Spring Game. Due to Covid-19 precautions spectators are required to wear a mask/facial covering and maintain social distance. UMW students must sit on the visitor bleachers .
- Congratulations To Our Local RMSHA Racers
2021 Lost Trail/National Championship Results Sam Peterson 2nd Pro 600 Stock 4th Pro 600 Improved 6th Pro 700 Stock 1st Pro 700 Improved 3rd Pro 1000 Stock Keith Curtis 1st Pro 900 Stock 1st Pro 900 Improved 1st Pro 900 Modified 1st Pro 1000 Stock 1st Pro Open Modified Toby Shepard 3rd Pro 600 Modified 2nd Pro 700 Modified 3rd Pro 900 Modified 8th Pro 1000 Stock 4th Pro Open Modified Tiffany McWilliams 2nd Woman's Stock 3rd Woman's 600 Stock 5th Woman's Improved 8th Woman's Modified Gaden Morrisroe 2nd Juniors (Age 12-13) Race 1 3rd Juniors (Age 12-13) Race 1 Premier Class 1st Keith Curtis 5th Sam Peterson 18th Toby Shepard 2021 Year-End Points Championship Results Sam Peterson 2nd Pro 600 Stock 2nd Pro 600 Improved 2nd Pro 700 Stock 1st Pro 700 Improved 5th Pro 1000 Stock Keith Curtis 1st Pro 1000 Stock 1st Pro 600 Stock 1st Pro 900 Stock 1st Pro 900 Improved 1st Pro 900 Modified 10th Pro Open Modified Toby Shepard 3rd Pro 600 Modified 3rd Pro 700 Modified 8th Pro 900 Modified 6th Pro 1000 Stock 9th Pro Open Modified Tiffany McWilliams 3rd Women's Stock 3rd Women's 600 Stock 3rd Women's Improved 3rd Women's Modified Caden Morrisroe 5th Juniors (Age 12-13) Race 1 5th Juniors (Age 12-13) Race 2
- Governor Gianforte Announces Settlement Agreement Ending FWP Bison Plan
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced a settlement agreement that ends litigation between the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) and United Property Owners of Montana (UPOM). “Under the previous administration, FWP didn’t do right by farmers, ranchers, and private property owners. In its effort to spread bison across parts of Montana, FWP didn’t do enough to account for the impacts to local communities and relied on outdated data,” Gov. Gianforte said. “This settlement agreement protects our livestock producers and rural lands and reaffirms the state can and should do better going forward.” “FWP is committed to engaging communities and stakeholders on the impacts of decisions like this. We’re grateful to have this lawsuit behind us,” said Hank Worsech, director of FWP. In January 2020, FWP issued a Final Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement for Bison Conservation and Management in Montana (EIS) and an associated Record of Decision. In March 2020, UPOM filed suit against FWP alleging the agency violated MEPA, MAPA, and environmental impact review requirements during the EIS process. In the settlement agreement, FWP and UPOM agree the Final EIS failed to adequately consider disease transmission between bison, livestock, and other wildlife, there was an inadequate public comment opportunity, and the Final EIS relied on outdated data, among other things.
- Governor Gianforte Signs Bill Authorizing Direct Patient Care
At a direct patient care facility in Billings, Governor Greg Gianforte today signed a bill expanding access to affordable, high-quality health care. “We’re committed to making affordable, high-quality health care more accessible to Montanans by increasing choice, eliminating regulations, and promoting competition,” Governor Gianforte said. “This new, commonsense law will help bring down the cost of care while strengthening the patient-doctor relationship.” Sponsored by Sen. Cary Smith (R-Billings), Senate Bill 101 authorizes direct patient care (DPC) agreements in Montana. DPC allows patients to enter into agreements with doctors and pay them directly for health care services, rather than going through an insurance company. “Senate Bill 101 provides clarity for Montana’s growing Direct Patient Care industry and enables more providers to open up new clinics. DPC gives Montanans a more affordable option to access quality health care and improves the doctor-patient relationship,” bill sponsor Sen. Smith said. “Increasing health care access and lowering the cost of health care have been top priorities for Republican lawmakers this session. With Governor Gianforte’s signature, we’ve achieved another important reform to improve health care in Big Sky Country.” The new law codifies an advisory memo issued in 2017 by then-Commissioner of Securities and Insurance, Matt Rosendale. Since then, eight DPC clinics have opened in Montana. “Authorizing direct patient care was a key part of my success providing more affordable health care options for Montanans as insurance commissioner,” Congressman Rosendale said. “I’m glad to see the governor and legislature make this bill a law to make DPC available to more Montanans.” Commissioner of Securities and Insurance Troy Downing added, “Senate Bill 101 is common-sense legislation for Montana consumers. Adding this tool to the toolbox will expand choices for Montanans across the state. Thank you to Senator Smith for sponsoring this bipartisan bill, and thank you Governor Gianforte for signing it into law.” Governor Gianforte made increasing access to affordable, high-quality health care a priority in his Montana Comeback Plan.
- Nonresident Hunters Can Sign Up Between May 15 and June 30 For Alternate’s List
Beginning May 15 and running through June 30, nonresident hunters can register their name to the Alternate’s List on MyFWP . Every year, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks gets several unused nonresident combination licenses (big game, general elk and general deer combination licenses) returned by customers. FWP resells these returned licenses through the Alternate’s List. The Alternate’s List is an option for nonresident hunters to express their interest in purchasing one of these returned licenses by registering their name to this listing. A hunter can register to purchase their choice of only one nonresident combination license per year (big game, general elk, or general deer combination licenses). Once the list is randomized in mid-July, and a license becomes available, the hunter in the uppermost randomized position on the list will be contacted by email to finalize the purchase of the license, and so on until the returned NR combo licenses are eventually exhausted. Payment for the license fee is not required to sign up for the Alternate’s List. If your randomized position falls at the top of the listing, you will be contacted by email with instructions on how to complete the purchase of the license. Being on this list or obtaining a license from this list has no effect on your existing preference points. MyFWP also allows you to check where your position lands on this Alternate’s List after the randomization process occurs in mid-July. Please be sure to check back after then. The odds of getting a license from these lists vary greatly from year to year. Refunds and issuance may occur at any time after mid-July, but availability of these licenses increase between early fall and the opening of general hunting season in late October. For more information, visit http://fwp.mt.gov/hunting/licensedraw/alternatesList.html .
- Beaverhead County Museum Board of Trustees Meeting
Board of Trustees Meeting AGENDA Wednesday, April 21st 2021 @ 5 PM 15 S Montana Street Dillon, Montana 59725 (Depot Theater) • Introduction of Guests • Approval of Consent Agenda (March 2021 Minutes, Special Meeting Minutes Open, Special Meeting Minutes Closed, Other Documents) • Trustees Present • Trustees Excused Absent • I. Treasurer Report: July 2020-June2021 Budget II. Association Report Old Business: New Business: Interduction of new Director Date of Reopening ( date, days, hours) Summer Staff Discussion Board and Association members top 5 to-do lists Gift Shop ordering? Director Credit Card Other Business: Public Discussion *Public comment on items of significant public interest not on the agenda and within the jurisdiction of the Beaverhead County Museum Board of Trustees Set date of the next meeting: Wednesday April 21st 2021 @5pm Depot Theater Adjournment
- Governor Gianforte Boosts Trades Education With New Law
At the construction site for SCHEELS, Governor Greg Gianforte today signed into law the Montana Trades Education Credit (M-TEC) to expand trades education in the state. “Many jobs require specialized skills, and M-TEC ensures that Montanans have access to the training and education they need to acquire and refine those skills,” Gov. Gianforte said. “This bill strengthens our workforce, ensuring Montana workers are well-equipped to succeed, thrive, and achieve the American dream.” A signature element of Gov. Gianforte’s Montana Comeback Plan, the new law provides $1 million per year in 50-percent credits to businesses for their employees to learn a trade. M-TEC will support as many as 1,000 scholarships annually. Under the program, employers and employees can decide on training that is best for the business and the employee. Representative Llew Jones (R-Conrad) sponsored House Bill 52, which creates M-TEC. At the site, the governor spoke with apprentices about what this investment in the trades means to them. “As an apprentice electrician, I'm happy with the governor's focus on trades. This will go a long way to help folks get more specialized skills and into a good-paying career,” said Charlie, an apprentice electrician with D.J.’s Electric. Gianforte campaigned on a promise of putting an increased emphasis on trades education and apprenticeship opportunities to empower workers with in-demand skills and create better-paying Montana jobs
- Routine Traffic Stop leads To Police Chase, Stolen Vehicle
Dillon Police Department issues report on stolen vehicle: On April 18, 2021 at approximately 12:30 AM, Dillon City Police Officers attempted a routine traffic stop for an equipment violation. The driver chose to not pull over and elude officers. The driver eventually pulled over, then once again sped away as officers approached the vehicle. One officer had to jump out of the way to avoid being hit. Officers were forced to give chase as the vehicle proceeded to the interstate at a high rate of speed. A deputy assisted at this point. The vehicle went through a fence and continued in to a field in their continuing effort to elude. The vehicle crashed in to a canal and three occupants took off on foot. Officers gave chase and apprehended two of the three, which are juveniles. The third occupant was later identified as 18 year old Hunter Bulltail. The vehicle was later reported stolen and Bulltail was arrested on Felony theft, felony criminal endangerment, criminal mischief, eluding, minor in possession of alcohol, DUI and driving while suspended or revoked. The juveniles were cited for felony theft, minor in possession of alcohol, one with obstructing and released to their custodians. No serious injuries occurred. Chief Don Guiberson Dillon, Montana Police Department
- Mountain View Cemetery will begin Memorial Day Cleanup on Monday, May 3rd, 2021.
The City of Dillon Mountain View Cemetery will begin Memorial Day Cleanup on Monday, May 3rd, 2021. Please remove all decorations stuck in the ground or placed on gravespaces by that date. This includes shepherd hooks set out of compliance in the past year, lights, wooden crosses, artificial flowers, etc. The City will remove all remaining decorations beginning Monday, May 3rd. Flowers and/or decorations may be placed on graves for Memorial Day beginning Thursday, May 27th, 2021. All shepherd hooks and other decorations not in compliance with cemetery regulations that are placed for Memorial Day must be removed by Monday, June 7th, 2021.
- Semi Crash On I-15 MM 51
A semi heading south bound on I-15 lost control and crashed through the cement barriers, coming to a stop in the northbound lane, early Monday morning. Traffic was slowed down while first responders were on scene. Montana Highway Patrol reported unknown injuries. Scattered snow showers throughout the morning have created slick and dangerous driving conditions throughout Southwestern Montana. Crash sight has been cleared highway department is fixing barrier please use caution.
- Mayor Issues Arbor Day Proclamation
Mayor Klakken issues an Arbor Day Proclamation urging citizens to plant a tree to gladden the heart and promote well-being for future generations.
- UMW to Hold 124th Annual Commencement Ceremonies
The University of Montana Western will celebrate its 124th Annual Commencement Ceremony in-person and online on Friday, April 30, and Saturday, May 1, 2021. 346 Montana Western graduates will be awarded at least 388 degrees by the end of the 2020-21 academic year. Of the 346 students, 42 have completed two or more degrees, and 65% of the graduates are receiving honors by achieving a GPA of 3.33 or higher. To ensure the health and safety of the community and guests, this year’s Commencement will be divided into three ceremonies that will be held over April 30 and May 1. A graduate’s ceremony is designated by their degree and major. Commencement ceremonies are scheduled for the following days and times: Ceremony I: Friday, April 30 at 3:00 p.m.- Business, Health and Human Performance/Kinesiology, and Natural Horsemanship/Equine Studies majors Ceremony II: Saturday, May 1 at 10:00 a.m.- Education majors Ceremony III: Saturday, May 1 at 3:00 p.m.- Modern History, Psychology, Anthropology and Sociology, English, Visual Arts, Interdisciplinary Social Science, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Environmental Interpretation, Environmental Sustainability, Biology, Ecology, and Associate of Arts/Science majors In-person attendance is limited to four pre-invited guests per graduate, but all are invited to watch the live stream of each ceremony by visiting the Southwestern Montana News Facebook page. Visit the link below on the day of the ceremony to watch the live stream: https://www.facebook.com/Southwesternmtnews Or YouTube The Chief Marshals for Ceremonies I, II, and III will be as follows: Kevin Engellant, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Business, Laura Straus, Ph.D., Professor of Education, and Alan Weltzien, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of English. Each ceremony this year will feature a different Commencement Speaker. Ceremony I: Mike Ferretti Mike Ferretti is the CEO and Chairman of Great Harvest Franchising based in Dillon, Mont. Under Ferretti’s leadership, Great Harvest has grown to approximately 200 locations and over $100 million in sales nationwide. One of Ferretti’s proudest achievements is the institution and expansion of “Charity Bake Days.” Stemming from post 9-11 relief efforts, all new Great Harvest franchisees work in the Dillon Great Harvest with proceeds going to local charities. Over the course of their 19 years, these bake days have produced close to $1 million for the Dillon community. Ceremony II: Dr. David Yarlott Dr. David Yarlott, currently President of Little Big Horn College, is Korean and Crow and grew up in Crow Agency, Mont., before attending college as a first-generation student in the early 1980’s. Yarlott went on to earn three degrees from the University of Montana. While attending graduate school at MSU, Yarlott was offered an opportunity to teach at Little Big Horn College and went on to become the college’s president in 2002. Priorities of his tenure as president included expansion of infrastructure, while emphasizing green technology, consistent with his value of “being kinder to the earth.” Yarlott was a founder of the American Indian Higher Education Consortium Athletic Commission, on the board of the World Indigenous Games, Chair of the Governing Board of Trustees for the American Indian College Fund, and Commissioner for the Northwest Commission on College and University Accreditation. Ceremony III: Joe Morstein Joe Morstein is a 1962 graduate of Western Montana College. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and spent his first years in education at Dillon Middle School before purchasing his own business in 1967. In 1982, Morstein was inducted into the Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame for his efforts with Bulldog Football. Joe was the NAIA leading punter nationally in 1960 and received bids from the NFL but instead chose a career in Christian youth work and ownership of the Dillon Disposal Service which he ran for 50 years. Morstein was awarded the Montana Western Alumni Distinguished Service Award in 2002 for his dedication and service to Montana Western and the Dillon community. “This is a real milestone in the lives of our graduates and their families. It is gratifying to see the culmination of the hard work on the part of our students, faculty and staff,” Chancellor Beth Weatherby said. For more information about Commencement, please contact the Montana Western Registrar’s Office by calling 406-683-7371.
- Multiple Agencies Respond to Fire on Chreston Lane
Multiple agencies responded to a house fire today (04/12/2021) on Chreston Lane. The fire started in a wood burning stove inside the house. Witnesses say they saw the house on fire and were able to help get the occupants out of the house, but some pets did not make it. The fire spread to a nearby truck, and first responders were worried it could continue to spread across the dry hillside as well. This prompted the fire department to bring out the vehicles set up for wildland firefighting as well. As more info becomes available, we will update this story. A GoFundMe has been set up for the family
- Use Caution on I-15 Southbound Crash Reported on MM 47
Beaverhead County Sheriff, Montana Highway Patrol, as well as the Dillon Volunteer Fire Department, responded early this morning to a wreck on Southbound I-15 MM 47. A white Ford Ranger on its side was reported. The MHP website does show an Injury involved with the crash. As of now, conditions on I-15 south are slick and slushy. Use caution when traveling and move over for emergency vehicles.
- Hunting Permit Drawing Results Now Available
The wait is over as the deer and elk permit drawing is complete, just 12 days after the application deadline. With the new online application process adopted over the past two years, FWP can complete the drawing much faster than in years past. The wait used to take more than two months. Now it takes less than two weeks. “I thank our customers for adapting and working with us. We know the change has presented challenges to some,” said Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks director Hank Worsech. “You can now start the fun of the planning process with your family and friends!” This year, hunters came out in record numbers to apply for permits and purchase licenses in advance of the April 1 deadline. More than 82,384 residents and 16,650 nonresidents applied for elk and deer permits. That’s a 12.48 percent and 29.52 percent increase over last year, respectively. And even though this year’s wait time was much shorter than in years past, the new ExploreMT licensing system slated to be online in 2022 will allow for the application process to be even more customer friendly, and the drawing even quicker. “Making sure people had a good experience was a huge team effort from our staff across the state,” Worsech said. “We’re investing a lot of time and effort in customer service. This year was a great example, and we look to improve even more.” The growth in license sales and applicants also shows the value Montanans and visitors to our state place on hunting opportunities and the abundant wildlife resource FWP manages. “The people who buy licenses and come here to hunt are important partners in managing and protecting these resources,” Worsech said. “Without them, we can’t do all the work we do.” There are a few ways to get your drawing results. Visit fwp.mt.gov , click on “MyFWP Login” in the upper righthand corner, then click on “Lookup Draw Results, Register for Lists” tab on the left-hand menu, or login to your MyFWP account. You may also sign up for an account at fwp.mt.gov/MyFWP . Applicants may also call any FWP regional office or the licensing office at 406-444-2950 . Deadline reminders: The deadline to apply for moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and bison is Saturday, May 1; the deadline to apply for elk B, deer B, and antelope is Tuesday, June 1. All applications must be completed online or at an FWP office. Most FWP offices with license sales are open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5p.m.
- Spring Black Bear Hunting Season Opens April 15
The spring black bear hunting season starts April 15. Hunters need to be aware that black bears must be presented for in-person inspection and tagging within 10 days of harvest. The hide and skull must be presented in a condition that allows full inspection and tooth collection (i.e. unfrozen). For local tagging information, contact the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks office nearest to you. Three Black Bear Management Units have quotas and mandatory 48-hour reporting: Units 510, 520, and 700. When the quota is reached or approached in each of these districts, the black bear season in that district will close. It's important to know the difference between grizzly bears and black bears. Black bear hunters in Montana are required to pass the Bear Identification test to obtain a black bear license. Montana's Bear Identification Program is intended to prevent the killing of grizzly bears as a result of mistaken identity by hunters. For more information on black bear hunting, visit https://fwp.mt.gov/hunt/regulations/black-bear .
- Sixth Mussel Boat Intercepted at Anaconda Station
Montana’s watercraft inspectors have intercepted six mussel-fouled boats; the latest boat was stopped at the Anaconda watercraft inspection station on Saturday, April 10. Inspectors found dry and dead mussels on a used pontoon boat that had been purchased in Minnesota and was destined for Washington state. Inspectors conducted a hot water decontamination before releasing the boat and notifying officials in Idaho and Washington. In the last two weeks mussels have been found on watercraft returning to Montana from Lake Mohave, Lake Powell and Lake Havasu. These waterbodies are known to be infested with invasive mussels. “In just one day mussels can enter a live-well or attach to a boat’s hull or transom,” said AIS Bureau Chief Tom Woolf. “Always to be sure your boat is clean, drained and dry when leaving the water. “ All watercraft (motorized and non-motorized) coming into Montana from out of state must be inspected. This includes Montana residents returning from a fishing or boating excursion out of state. Failure to stop at inspection stations could result in a fine of up to $500. Watercraft inspection stations are Montana’s first line of defense to prevent the movement of aquatic invasive species, which can have devastating impacts on Montana waterways. Boaters must stop at all watercraft inspections stations they encounter. Learn more at CleanDrainDryMT.com or call the FWP Aquatic Invasive Species Bureau at 406-444-2440.
- Community Moment with Tiffany Mcwilliams RMSHA Racer
Today we sat down with Tiffany Mcwilliams and discussed how she became involved in the sport of snowmobile hill climb events and racing. Tiffany said at 4 months old her mom would sit her on the seat of her snowmobile and take her for a ride in the backcountry. For fun they would go to the races in Jackson Hole, after a couple years of watching them, she decided that is what she wanted to do. This year she was able to make that dream a reality she placed 6th in the woman's stock class, 2nd in the woman's improved class. She is currently sitting third in the overall points class for the season and hopes to clinch the title this weekend at the RMSHA National Championship at Lost Trail. She stands out among the other ladies racing as she rides for Artic Cat; she is the only female RMSHA racer who is sponsored by them. Her other sponsors include: Power of Touch , The 3-D , Papa, Mom, Gussie's Welding, Hull Trucking, Klim , Hicktown Performance , White Powersports , Russell's Motorsports , and mechanic Jason Nethercott. You can see the full interview in the video below.
- Frontier Conference Announces 2020-21 All-Conference Volleyball Team
Frontier Conference Commissioner Kent Paulson announced the 2020-21 Frontier Conference All-Conference volleyball team, the All Freshman team, individual award winners as well as each team’s NAIA Champions of Character recipient. Regular season champion and tournament champion University of Providence and Rocky Mountain each placed four players on the first team. Providence head coach Arunas Duda was named Coach of the Year. Providence junior setter Cydney Finberg Roberts was named Player of the Year and Setter of the Year. Rocky Mountain College sophomore libero Ayla Embry was named Defensive Player of the Year. Rocky Mountain junior Weiying Wu was named Newcomer of the Year and University of Providence outside hitter/middle blocker Sadie Lott was named Freshman of the Year. University of Providence assistant coach Drew Choules was selected Assistant Coach of the Year. 2020-21 Frontier Conference All-Conference Volleyball First Team Taelyr Krantz, Carroll College, 6-0, Jr., MB; Helena, Mont. Lexi Mikkelsen, Carroll College, 6-2, Jr., OH; Nine Mile Falls, Wash. Maureen Jessop, Montana Tech, 6-1, So., OH; Corvallis, Mont. Karina Mickelson Montana Tech, 6-0, Sr., OH; Laguna Niguel, Calif. Morgan Allen, Rocky Mountain College, 6-0, Jr., MB; Three Forks, Mont. Ayla Embry, Rocky Mountain College, 5-4, So., L; Bozeman, Mont. Natalie Hilderman, Rocky Mountain College, 6-1, Sr., S; Red Lodge, Mont. Weiyling Wu, Rocky Mountain College, 6-2, Jr, MB; Bejing, China Renae Davis, University of Providence, 5-8, Sr., MB; Pleasant View, Utah Cydney Roberts-Finberg, University of Providence, 5-11, Jr.,S; Columbia Falls, Mont. Sacha Legros, University of Providence, 5-9, Sr., L; Verviers, Belgium Sadie Lott, University of Providence, 5-9, Fr., OH/MB; Idaho Falls, Idaho 2020-21 Frontier Conference All-Conference Volleyball Second Team Julia Carr, Carroll College, 5-7, Fr., L; Portland, Ore. Ali Williams, Carroll College, 6-1, Sr., S; Coeur d’Alene, Idaho Rylee Burmester, MSU-Northern, 5-10, Sr., OH; Star Valley, Wyo. Cady Siemion, Montana Western, 5-10, Sr., OH; Huntley, Mont. Kyra Oakland, Rocky Mountain College, 5-10, So., OH; Miles City, Mont. Jensyn Turner, University of Providence, 5-10, Sr., RS; Payson, Utah 2020-21 Frontier Conference All-Conference Volleyball All-Freshmen Team Julia Carr, Carroll College, 5-7, L; Portland, Ore. Lexie Gleasman, Carroll College, 5-10, OH; Chelan, Wash. Alana Graves, MSU-Northern, 5-11, MB; Ballantine, Mont. Emily Feller, MSU-Northern, 5-9, S; Helena, Mont. Taylor Christensen, University of Providence, 5-7, DS; Belgrade, Mont. Sadie Lott, University of Providence, 5-9, OH/MB; Idaho Falls, Idaho 2020-21 Volleyball C hampions of Character Madi Quick, Carroll College, 5-3, Sr., DS; Helena, Mont. Shania Neubauer, MSU-Northern, 5-9, Sr., DS/L; Belgrade, Mont. Emma Carvo, Montana Tech, 5-4, So., S; Idaho Falls, Idaho McKenna Fink, Montana Western, 5-8, Sr., S; Highland, Calif. Morgan Allen, Rocky Mountain College, 6-0, Jr., MB; Three Forks, Mont. Cydney Roberts-Finberg, University of Providence, 5-11, Jr.,S; Columbia Falls, Mont.



















