Week of September 11, 2024
Week of September 11, 2024
Francis Bardanouve's service in the Montana Legislature is frequently described as historic. With the advent of term limits, his 36 years of service in the Montana House of Representatives will never be matched. He served during part or all of the service of eight Montana Governors, the sixth of whom had been his best man when Francis and Venus married. His legislative service straddled the adoption of the "new" Montana Constitution in 1972. His leadership of the House Appropriations Committee,...
Some weeks ago I found an abandoned copy of An Ornery Bunch on the "giveaway bench" where we live at the Grande Villa in Chinook. An Ornery Bunch is a book of anecdotes and tales collected by the Montana Writers' Project between 1935 and 1942. The Writers' Project was part of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) program that kept writers and other artists employed during the Great Depression (1929-1941). With the outbreak of World War II, publishing the collected stories was set aside for...
Harlem Lady Wildcats Volleyball was up and down this weekend. We had a great win at home against Wolf Point. The girls worked hard and together to get the job done. They had fun doing it. The girls served well. Meridian Snider and Ali Doyle each had 5 aces. Our serve receive was great with very few errors. Natalie Richman led the team in kills with 12, followed by Jaden Blackcrow with 8. Ihte' Stiffarm led the team in assists. Bridget Reed led the team in blocks with 2 and Raelynne Briere led...
Both Chinook and Harlem Cross Country were in Cut Bank on Friday where they competed in the Mike Reynolds Time Trials. CHINOOK On the girls' side, sophomore Ashlyn Ford ran her way to a first place finish. Ford finished the course in a time of 19:50.43. Ford's time also helped her punch her ticket to the State Meet in Missoula on October 26. Also punching their ticket to state for the girls are junior Neva Lowe, senior Alexus Seymour and junior Kirbey Hofeldt. Results: Ashlyn Ford - 19:50.43(1st) Neva Lowe - 21:47.20 (4th) Alexus Seymour -...
The Sugarbeeters took on the Glassgow Scotties Thursday night. In a five set thriller it was the Scotties who took home the victory. The Beeters lost Set one in a close 21-25 battle over the Scotties. They were able to bounce back and took Set two 25-20. Set three belonged to the Scotties as they took the win, 16-25. The Beeters weren't ready call it a night and came out with a dominating 25-9 victory in Set four. Set five (first to 15 points, win by two) was a tough back and forth battle going...
Harlem Library The Book Challenge for Sept. is to read a book with chapter titles. Fall programming resumes in Sept. Storytime for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers meets on Tuesdays at 10 A.M. Elementary students are encouraged to attend After School Squad on Wednesdays at 4:15 P.M. Lego Club for all ages is held on Thursdays at 4:15 P.M. Preschool children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. The Book Club’s new book is “My Dear Hamilton: A Novel of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton” and may be picked up this week. Blaine...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center August is behind us now and so we look forward to the colors of autumn and the rich smells and sights of the trees turning beautiful golds and reds. We are never certain what Mother Nature has in store for us, but we know (since we are Montanans) that we can handle it. Dr. Benjamin Farr came last Wed., Aug. 28th to speak with people who might know someone who needs joint replacements, or who might need the specialized medical services that he provides. We did have the respect of several community members...
Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September with Blaine County Library and the American Library Association! We’re inviting everyone to discover the incredible resources and opportunities available at your local library by signing up for a library card. This year, we’re thrilled to have Optimus Prime from the TRANSFORMERS as our special ambassador, highlighting that there’s more than meets the eye at Blaine County Library. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills, find...
Alyce Marie was born on August 21, 1947, to Serena King LaRoque and Moses Stiffarm at the Fort Belknap Reservation. Alyce Marie attended the St. Paul's Mission Elementary School, and as with many from that era, she stopped out of school after eighth grade to help with her family. Alyce Marie married Fred Hockhalter, Sr. and from their union they were blessed with their son Gerald Michael. This is when Alyce Marie began her life as a homemaker and stay at home mother. Alyce Marie was a...
