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Since its formation this past April, the Harlem Improvement Committee (HIC) has been moving forward with some measure of success. Chair of the HIC, Darwin Zellmer shares an update. “So far, we have succeeded in pushing the City of Harlem to encourage owners to take better care of their property. The rotting grain piles got cleared out, and community decay has also improved somewhat but needs a lot more attention. Although the dogs running at large is a continuing problem, some progress has been made on that front, as well. “Even though we...
Five Havre organizations have come together to launch what they hope becomes an annual event. The Stuff the Bus school supply drive and Back to School Bash are two collaborative events designed to help local K–12 students and families across the Hi-Line prepare for the upcoming school year. According to Shayla Preeshl, Marketing Director for the Bullhook Community Health Center, the Boys & Girls Club of the Hi-Line, Bullhook Community Health Center, Havre Public Schools, Salvation Army, and United Way of Hill County collaborated to host the f...
The Montana Constitution Roadshow will make a stop in Chinook on August 24. Presented by Upper Seven Law, event organizers invite area residents to join them at the Blaine County Library from 4:00-5:00 p.m., for what is being described as “an engaging discussion about one of Montana’s greatest achievements—our Constitution.” Entitled “The Montana Constitution: A Shared Heritage,” this event is designed to welcome history buffs, curious learners, or individuals who are simply interested in what makes Montana unique. Upper Seven staff promise tha...
In his eighth year as a member of the North Chinook Boosters 4-H Club, Beau Elias works a regular schedule with his steer Moose. An animal from Elias Ranch, Moose is a Black Baldy, which is a cross between a Hereford cow and an Angus bull in this case. Beau's Market Steer Project began with weaning on October 25 last fall, although official weigh-ins for the project were conducted on January 4. The project requires daily care, health checks, feeding, and other management. This management not onl...
Tonight, August 5 at 6:00 p.m., the Montana Actors Theatre (MAT) will hold pre-season auditions in the MSUN/MAT Theatre on the campus of MSU–Northern. The play for which the auditions will be conducted is No Sex Please, We’re British. The show is a farce in two acts by Alistair Foot and Anthony Marriott with performance dates planned for October 9–10, 16–17, and 23–24. Directed by Michael R. Stevenson, No Sex Please, We’re British will serve as entertainment for Havre’s Dinner Theatre. Potential actors and actresses can audition for the follo...
Hosted by the Scobey Stingrays at the Roseland Park Pool, the 2026 Eastern Divisional Swim Meet took place on July 25–26 in Scobey, Montana. At that event, three Chinook Lions Swim Team members were honored. In addition to participating in a Parade of Athletes, Kolton DePriest, Walter Schoen, and Lotus Taly joined in the Senior Recognition Walks. To close out their season, the three seniors swam their final races at the State Swim Meet in Plentywood on August 1-2. The son of Scott and Heather D...
Havre Trails is seeking volunteers for their Summerfest event. Anyone who would like to help is encouraged to contact the organization by July 29. Event personnel report that they are in need of 30-35 volunteers for their Eighth Annual Summerfest on August 29 from 2:00-7:00 p.m. at Pepin Park in Havre. Volunteers receive free entrance, a free tasting glass (and drinks), as well as a volunteer t-shirt. Formerly known as a brewfest, Havre Trails Summerfest will offer a selection of beers, ciders,...
Blaine County residents packed the Blaine County Library’s meeting room at 7:00 p.m. on July 22. The meeting’s purpose was to host a public hearing by the Blaine County Commissioners (Commission) as the Blaine County Historical Foundation (BCHF) presented their proposal to acquire the Blaine/Wells Fargo Bank Building and then to donate it to the Blaine County Museum for use as its new facility. Wednesday’s meeting proved to be informative but fraught with dilemmas. BCHF’s President Bonnie Ortner shared a sixteen–slide presentation to enlighten...
The Sugarbeeter Foundation recently received a generous donation from the Davies Family Endowment. Perhaps because of its symbolism, the gift stands apart. For 93 years, Chinook High School has been making Sugarbeeters out of the Davies family. Since 1938, the Davies have grown ten Sugarbeeters, and by 2031, the Davies family will have graduated a dozen members: • Reginald Davies, Class of 1938 • Jack Davies, Class of 1963 • Mark Davies, Class of 1965 • Rick Davies, Class of 1972 • Dan Davies, Class of 1975 • Jeni Davies Gillespie, Class of 19...
The Chinook Rod and Gun Club (CR&GC) recently received official notice that they have been awarded a $28,447 Shooting Range Grant from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). CR&GC spokesperson Joe Kennedy-Zarn explained the program and how the matching funds grant might be used. Since 1989, FWP has administered the Montana Shooting Range Grant Program with funds appropriated by the Legislature authorizing the agency to award successful applicants. The program provides partial funding to shooting clubs, private organizations, local...
Although the Blaine County Fair officially opens on August 6, it begins much sooner for youth and for those in 4-H. Spanning August 2-August 9, the fair offers everything from a Kids’ Rodeo, 4-H shows, and open class and FFA exhibits to the Bear Paw Roundup PRCA Rodeo, music by The Band Flansburg, and epic cars in the Small Town Beat Down Demolition Derby. The theme for the 2026 fair is “250 Years of the Milk River Plains: Honoring Our Past – Celebrating Our Future.” This year the premium book is dedicated to Travis “Trapper” Skoyen, who passed...
Although the Blaine County Fair officially opens on August 6, it begins much sooner for youth and for those in 4-H. Spanning August 2-August 9, the fair offers everything from a Kids’ Rodeo, 4-H shows, and open class and FFA exhibits to the Bear Paw Roundup PRCA Rodeo, music by The Band Flansburg, and epic cars in the Small Town Beat Down Demolition Derby. The theme for the 2026 fair is “250 Years of the Milk River Plains: Honoring Our Past – Celebrating Our Future.” This year the premium book is dedicated to Travis “Trapper” Skoyen, who passed...
Every year, from July 3 to August 11, Earth’s Northern Hemisphere experiences what have been tagged the Dog Days of Summer. Historically, these are usually the hottest and most unbearable days of the season. Although the reference certainly describes hot, sultry days “not fit for a dog,” the term derives more from the stars than from kennels. In fact, the phrase comes from ancient sky watchers who noticed that Sirius, the brightest star in the sky and the eye of the constellation Canis Major—also known as the Greater Dog—rose with the Sun d...
Twelve community members were present at a special meeting of the Blaine County Museum Board held in the museum’s meeting room on Monday, July 13. Other meetings followed on July 16, 20, and 22. The purpose of the July 13 meeting was a Board discussion related to Blaine County Historical Foundation’s (BCHF) Condition and Feasibility Report of the Blaine/Wells Fargo Building. Additionally, the Board wished to hear any public comment on matters within the jurisdiction of the Board. Chairman of the Board, Cassie Johnson called the meeting to ord...
Scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 18, the Sixth Annual Big Flat Fun Day hopes to rival last year's festival when over 100 vehicles lined Main Street in Turner. In addition to the car show, the event will offer food, games, water slides, a silent auction, music, and a co-ed double elimination softball tournament. A new activity this year, a trap shoot is also in the planning stages. The day will begin with a free-will donation pancake breakfast from 7:00-10:00 a.m. hosted by the...
The 2nd Annual Music Festival, "That Guy in the Hat" will take place on Main Street in Harlem on July 25. A tribute to the late Alex Billmayer, the festival will feature live music by four different bands. The celebration opens when the street closes at 2:00 p.m. and runs until 10:00 p.m. on Saturday. Vendors will begin setting up for the event at 1:00 on Saturday afternoon, with a food court slated to open at 2:00 p.m. The Wet Weather Band will be the first to take the stage at approximately...
Earlier this month, when Triangle Communications announced the winners of their 2026 4-H Beef Grants, Chinook Rod and Gun Club and the HELP Committee affiliated with the Boys & Girls Club on the Hi-Line found themselves among the recipients. The 4-H Beef Grants are part of a program designed to support non-profit organizations within the Triangle Communications' service area. Each year Triangle Communications purchases 4-H livestock at local fairs. With these purchases, the cooperative provides...
Triangle Communications subscribers are invited to peruse the thirty nine photo contest entries and officially cast their vote for this year’s photo contest winner. First Round Voting is open now through August 1. Anyone who hasn’t yet voted via Facebook or online at www.itstriangle.com/photocontest is asked to check out all the photos labeled anonymously and then complete a quick online form to submit their picks. The top twenty photos will move on to Second Round Voting in September, with final selections due by September 30. From there, the...
Formerly the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), AARP announced on June 24 that fourteen organizations throughout Montana will receive 2026 Community Challenge grants. Among those communities is Wasay Wakpa Wachi (Lodge Pole). According to an AARP press release, the funds are part of the organization’s Community Challenge grant program, which supports “quick-action projects aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, with a focus on the needs of adults age 50 or older.” Since its debut in 2017, the AARP Communit...
The Blaine County Museum Board invites the public to participate in a discussion regarding the proposed reuse of the Wells Fargo building as a site for the Blaine County Museum (BCM). Board Member Duane Klindworth secured an agreement to schedule a special meeting on July 13 at 1:30 p.m. in advance of the Blaine County Commissioners hearing on the matter on July 22. Monday's meeting, which is open to the public, will be held in the museum's meeting room. For those unaware of the BCM's...
At their June 15 meeting, the Blaine County Museum Board discussed numerous agenda items. Among those particulars, the Board filled two board vacancies. From the applicant pool, the Blaine County Commissioners reappointed current board member Greg Jergeson and also selected Sharmon (Miller) Moxley to serve. The term for these two members will run until June 30, 2029. In her application, Moxley wrote: “As a life-long resident of Chinook and Blaine County and the daughter of a third generation farmer/rancher, I have a strong admiration and p...
A group of hikers met at the HRDC parking lot on June 11 to carpool/caravan to the Mt. Centennial Trailhead on the Rocky Boy's Reservation. The hike was part of the season series organized by Havre Trails. In addition to their occasional scenic pleasure, the organization continues to perform regular trail maintenance. Wearing sturdy shoes and packing water, 29 outdoor enthusiasts joined Thursday's four-mile hike. They identified various wildflowers along the way before reaching summit-views of...
With multiple sponsors, both local and corporate, the 2026 Bear Paw Marathon in Havre saw considerable participation on June 6. Race personnel report top finishers in the marathon, half marathon, and 5K Fun Run/Walk as well as a geographically diverse attendance. The Bear Paw Marathon is an annual event held the first Saturday in June. Forty-one runners tackled the marathon with top finishers posting some impressive times. Starting at 6:00 a.m., Drew Galahan from Harlowton, Montana,...
Organized and presented with the support of several community partners, the 2nd Annual Havre Community Bike Rodeo will take place on June 27 with a duration of approximately two hours. Volunteer check-in will begin at 9:00 a.m. in the MSU-Northern Cowan Hall Courtyard with the rodeo to follow at 10:00 a.m. Both volunteers and participants are still wanted. The 2026 Bike Rodeo is a free community event designed to help young people develop safe cycling habits through a variety of educational and...
On May 18 amidst the chaos of pre-summer break rituals and wrap-up activities, Meadowlark Elementary School held its final awards assembly of the 2026 school year. Among the accolades presented were Mountain Mover Awards, Recess Awards, and Principal's Awards. Students of the Month also received recognition, as did students meeting Accelerated Reader goals and those distinguishing themselves in classroom test performance. Throughout the year, the Mountain Mover Award has acknowledged students...
