Bitterroot Valley Board of Realtors

06/09/2026

Please join us in Congratulating these fine young High School Graduates as they receive their BVBOR Travis Martinez Memorial Scholarships. We are so thrilled for each of them, and wish them the very best as they set out on their new careers!
Presenting them with their scholarship awards are from left to right: BVBOR Board President, Mike Kent, BVBOR Member, Jeanne Wald and BVBOR Board Vice Treasurer, Sheri Jones.

06/07/2026

Dear Community Members,
Are you spring cleaning and thinking of going to good will?
Are you preparing to sell your home and decluttering?
We would love your treasures!!!
The BVBOR is participating in the 50 mile garage sale this year as a way to raise funds to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors looking to go into the trades and other vocational programs. We invite you to bring your gently use household items, toys, tools, linens, books, plants, holiday decor, dishware, nick nacs, games, bikes, lamps, fishing equipment, etc to our BVBOR office and drop it off between now and June 24th.
We appreciate all donations. If you have questions please give Chris Lines, our executive director a call at 406-363-2000. The office is usually open M-TH 8-4 with Friday 8-12.
Week of Sale office hours may be different, please call ahead.
Alternately please call Maria Laughlin 406-381-9427
Sharon Dedmon is the Garage Sale Chairperson.
Volunteers wanted too: please sign up for a shift with Chris.
No clothing, TV's or other electronics accepted.
We may even come pick up. Please give us a call.

05/30/2026

It's time to nominate your favorite REALTOR® of the Year for 2026. Please drop those nomination forms into the BVBOR office at your earliest convenience.

Here are some things to consider as you think about the person, the REALTOR who deserves this award.

REALTOR® of the Year (ROTY)
This is the highest honor a real estate professional can receive from their peers. It recognizes agents who go above and beyond everyday sales, emphasizing long-term dedication to the industry and their local neighborhoods.

Key Activities Evaluated:
REALTOR® Spirit: Strict adherence to the NAR Code of Ethics and high standards of integrity.

Civic & Community Engagement: Active volunteer work, charitable giving, and participation in service clubs or local political commissions.

Association Participation: Serving on local, state, or National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) committees, or holding leadership/board roles.

Business Success: Maintaining a positive reputation, excellent client care, and ongoing professional education.

05/29/2026

Wonderful Realtor Tour Caravan today, hosted by Real at their new office in Hamilton with Farmers Bank bringing treats! Thank you to everyone who attended and to the agents and sellers who made their homes and properties available to us to tour.
Stevensville- East

Sellers see about getting your home on the next Realtor Tour Caravan to get more exposure for your property! Ask your agent.. 🙌😊

05/20/2026

May 18, 2026

To: Western Montana Media Outlets

From: Bitterroot Valley Board of REALTORS®

Re: Travis Martinez Memorial Trades Scholarship Awardees

The Bitterroot Valley Board of Realtors today announced three awardees of the Travis Martinez Memorial Trades Scholarships.

The scholarships are $1,000.00 each and BVBOR accepted applications from graduating high school seniors in the Valley who are pursuing careers in the Trades. The 2026 awardees are:

Connor Burnett (Hamilton High School) who is pursuing his CDL license through UM Bitterroot with the goal of becoming a Lineman.

Jacquia McLeod (Victor High School) who is enrolled at Missoula Skin Academy to get her Esthetician's license after graduation.

Hayden Pelkey (Darby High School) who is preparing to attend Flathead Community College to pursue a career as a Physical Therapy Assistant.

"Promoting a career in the Trades will help strengthen the workforce in the Bitterroot Valley while creating professionals who literally make the world "go," said Mike Kent, BVBOR President. "BVBOR honors and supports Connor, Jacquia and Hayden."

More photos of recipients to come.
Below: Mike Kent, BVBOR President, presenting Connor Burnett with the Travis Martinez Memorial Trades Scholarship Certificate.

Applications are reviewed by a committee for completeness of application, answering fully the list of questions, providing a reference, and demonstrating the ability to fullfill the trade commitment as illustrated by past performance.

We appreciate all the applicants who have applied.

Congratulations to all the scholarship winners! And best of luck in your future endeavors!

05/20/2026

Dear Community Members,

Are you spring cleaning and thinking of going to good will?
Are you preparing to sell your home and decluttering?

We would love your treasures!!!

The BVBOR is participating in the 50 mile garage sale this year as a way to raise funds to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors looking to go into the trades and other vocational programs. We invite you to bring your gently use household items, toys, tools, linens, books, plants, holiday decor, dishware, nick nacs, games, bikes, lamps, fishing equipment, etc to our BVBOR office and drop it off between now and June 24th.

We appreciate all donations. If you have questions please give Chris Lines, our executive director a call at 406-363-2000. The office is usually open M-TH 8-4 with Friday 8-12.
Alternately please call Maria Laughlin 406-381-9427
Sharon Dedmon is the Garage Sale Chairperson.

Volunteers wanted too: please sign up for a shift with Chris.

No clothing, TV's or other electronics accepted.

We may even come pick up. Please give us a call.

05/16/2026

BVBOR hosted a candidate forum at the Elks Lodge in Hamilton, MT featuring our local and State candidates. We enjoyed great questions and answers on a variety of topics, from water rights, taxes, health care, mining, forestry and mental health, along with public safety.
It was a wonderfully well attended, engaging and informative evening. We are grateful for all those candidates who participated and the amazing community that attended.
Thank you to the BVBOR board member and agents who worked the event and a special thanks to the Elks Lodge for having us.

We wish you all well as you continue to serve our great treasure state.

05/13/2026

Please join us this Thursday evening 6:00 pm -9:00 pm to meet the Candidates running for local and State offices. Elks Lodge
203 State St, Hamilton, MT 59840

05/13/2026

Here's the forms for the golf sponsorship.
We are so thrilled that all our team opportunities SOLD OUT FAST!
But you can still support our event. See the Sponsorship opportunities below: You may need to copy and paste the website link. Bitterroot Building Industry Association
https://bitterrootbia.com/

Thank you!

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05/03/2026

Another Travis Martinez Scholarship Winner Reaches Sky High!

2025 Travis Martinez Memorial Trades Scholarship winner, John Dicken from Darby MT shares his story:

"I will complete Northwest Lineman College on May 30th. I got my CDL license in February, which is a requirement to graduate from NLC.

Thank you so much for the scholarship money, which helped pay for my tuition. My school work has been challenging. Due to having to complete a lot of course work and field work simultaneously. I really enjoy the hands-on aspect that the school provides. I am excited to start my lineman career this summer."

Congratulations John! We are so proud of you and thrilled with your putting the scholarship to good use. Every good wish to you as you move on in your career!

If you or someone you know is a senior graduating from a Ravalli County High school and is interested in going into the trades, we urge them to fill out the application and get it in by Tuesday May 5th, 2026
We love helping our youth get started on a strong career path.
go to BVBOR.org and click on the information tab, Travis Martinez Scholarshiip. Print it out and fill it in. Bring it to our Board office at 224 N 4th St, Hamilton MT. or call 406-363-2000 for more information.