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Twenty-eight students in grades 5-8 from across Blaine County gathered in Chinook High School's Lloyd D. Sweet Auditorium on Wednesday, February 5 for the Blaine County Spelling Bee. After a rousing spell down, Eighth Grader Cynnloch Gibson from Chinook emerged as Grand Champion and Hannah Van Voast, an eighth grader from Turner Public School, earned status as Reserve Champion. Gibson will advance to the State Bee in Bozeman on March 22. Following welcoming remarks from Blaine County...
The Big Flat Chapter of the FFA travelled to Havre for spring competition in the Milk River District on a snowy, below zero Tuesday, February 4. After competing in events like Extemporaneous Speaking, Agricultural Sales, Creed Speaking, Parliamentary Procedure, and Prepared Speaking, the team from Turner captured third place in Ag. Sales. Helping the team to reach that finish, Avery Fox, a sophomore, won accolades as the first-place individual. Joseph Trautmann, a junior, came in third, and...
Anyone looking for a way to celebrate Valentine's Day on February 14 or 15 might find entertainment in Hill Country Revue Too. Presented by Lewis Heating and AC, this Montana Actor's Theatre (MAT) variety show will feature Aaron Jennings. On both nights, the show will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the MSUN/MAT Theatre on Cowan Drive in Havre. Aaron Jennings is a singer, songwriter, and yodeler who lives in Missoula, Montana. He describes himself as "a third-generation Montanan who had the good luck or...
On January 15 and 16, the Chinook Chapter of the FFA participated in their final two competitions, a poultry contest held in Cascade and a Meats Evaluation competition at Montana Expo Park. The Poultry Team placed fourth and the Meats Team captured sixth. These were the Chapter's final Career Development Event (CDE) competitions before State FFA. In Cascade, the poultry team saw its members: Zoe Scofield, Kohen Sullivan, Eyan Hofeldt, and Tucker Crawford accumulate a team score of 1187 points....
Since 1925, children across America have participated in classroom, school, and regional spelling bees hoping to advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee. While only nine spellers participated in that first competition 100 years ago, their legacy lives on in the millions of students who compete at all levels of the spelling bee program today. In that spirit of competition, Turner Public School students in grades five through eight gathered in the Turner Gymnasium on Tuesday morning, January...
On January 8-9, Turner Public School Senior JR Brown joined other Big Sky Leadership, Engagement, and Development (LEAD) team members for their second meeting. The group congregated in Helena, not only to watch government in action at the state capitol but to meet with elected leaders and to hear featured speakers Marc Racicot and Marc Johnson celebrate the career of Mike Mansfield. After arriving in Helena on Wednesday and receiving an orientation about this session’s program, the group gathered on Thursday morning in the Montana State C...
8 was marked by historic elections, global unrest, and various other highlights. From wars to hurricanes to a presidential election described by some as chaotic and worrisome, the year featured multiple memorable moments. News in sports and science offered some relief from the trauma-laden headlines. Later this month, on January 20, 2025, Donald Trump will be sworn in to office as president and JD Vance as vice president. Despite (or because of) his unfiltered, reactive, and assertive...
rd Annual Eastern Montana Women's Conference from January 31 through February 2 in Malta. According to MFU representatives, "this conference is about food, farming, and beyond, from connections in rural communities to the science of our farms." Conference organizers invite women to join them for this gathering, where the work will focus not only on building new connections and community but on celebrating "the Ladies Who Ag!" The conference will begin on Friday with check-in and registration at...
In preparation for the upcoming season, Montana Actors' Theatre (MAT) will be holding its 2025 Company Auditions this Saturday, January 11 for adults and on January 13-14 for youth. Adult auditions will occur at the MSUN/MAT Theatre on Cowan Drive while those for youth will take place at Havre High School. MAT is planning three dramatic productions for the coming spring: The Foal Monty, Oliver!, and The Prisoner of Second Avenue. Adult auditions for these shows will begin at 4:00 p.m. on...
Featuring music, a short play, a visit from Santa Claus, and a variety of cookies and confections, Turner Public School held its Christmas program on Thursday, December 19. In addition, high school and junior high students organized a white elephant-style gift exchange that also took place. A musical written by John Jacobson and Walter Jack provided the central element for the program. The dramatic presentation Gnome for the Holidays highlights a cast of funny gnomes who come to Santa's rescue...
Smart technology is a term for devices and systems that can communicate and work with other technologies to perform tasks automatically or adapt to changing conditions. From smart thermostats and lighting that can optimize energy usage in homes to smart watches and medical devices with the ability to monitor and enhance personal health, artificial intelligence is revolutionizing how we live. Because such electronic devices perform some level of computing, they connect with other devices via the internet. While these devices create all sorts of...
Milk River Winter Districts took place for FFA members in the area on December 10. Hosted by the Fort Benton Chapter, the event included contests in Agronomy, Mechanics, and Vet Science. Representing Chapters from Havre, CJI, Fort Benton, Dodson, Malta, Big Sandy, Turner, and Chinook, approximately 115 members competed. From the two Blaine County schools, various competitors walked away as winners, and Chinook's team captured fourth place in all three contests. Some of the top performances for Chinook occurred in Mechanics, where two individual...
Although Montana Actors' Theatre (MAT), with sponsorship from Gary and Leo's IGA, opened with a production of The Sound of Music this past weekend, there are additional opportunities to see the show on December 13-14 and December 19-21. at 7:30 p.m. The curtain will also rise for matinee performances on December 14 and 21 at 2:00 p.m. at the theatre on the campus of Montana State University-Northern. Based on the book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, The Sound of Music traditionally features...
A sea of blue jackets inundated the campus of Montana State University-Bozeman (MSU) from November 14-16. With 1,900 registered attendees, the university hosted high school and middle school students from across the state for the annual Montana FFA Ag Expo. Members from both Chinook High School (CHS) and Turner Public School (TPS) competed in FFA activities, such as quiz bowls and livestock judging. Events were hosted not only on Bozeman's campus but also at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds....
.R. Brown, a senior at Turner Public School (TPS), has been selected to participate in the prestigious Big Sky LEAD Program. Brown is among the fifteen students from across Montana who were chosen. He will travel to Missoula December 4-5 to meet with Montana politicians, University of Montana professors, and nonprofit leaders to build skills for civic engagement. An acronym for Leadership, Engagement, and Development, LEAD is a program focused on empowering Montana's Future Leaders. Upon...
On Monday, November 11, multiple signs honoring area veterans appeared on Main Street in Turner, Montana. Some were displayed in front of the post office; others appeared across from or flanked the American Legion Hall. These signs are the result of the Dog Tags to Honor Military Personnel project funded by the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) and Post 109. The Big Flat further honored their veterans in an assembly at 9:15 on that windy November morning. Student Council Advisor, Mr. Aristotle...
The Hi-Line of North Central Montana played host to a jazz ensemble from Atlanta, Georgia, on November 5, and the students of Turner and Dodson schools were recipients of the talent of the Jazz Legacy Project (JLP). The group was the third in the Big Sky Series presented by the Northeastern Arts Network. Students and faculty gathered in Dodson's gymnasium for music lessons and performances by the band of four musicians who have been playing together for seven years. Justin Varnes, the band's...
Following Election Day on November 7, Savannah Wendeln, Blaine County Election Manager and Grant Coordinator, reported that Blaine County had staffed nine precincts within five polling locations throughout the county. Voters in Precinct 1 on the Big Flat reported to Turner Public School for voting; whereas, voters in Precinct 8 (Harlem) voted at Harlem High School. Both of these polling locations were open from noon until 8:00 p.m. Meanwhile, voters in Precincts 3 (North Belknap) and 9 (South Harlem) had access to voting from 7:00 a.m. until...
On November 1, NonStop Local ran a press release that triggered concern for Blaine County residents. The piece suggested that the United States Justice Department (DOJ) would be monitoring voting in 27 states, including Blaine County, Montana, for the November 5 election. Curious about the cause, questions swirled in the minds of many: Why was Blaine County "singled out"? What kind of monitoring was going to happen? About what compliance issues was the Justice Department concerned? Who from the...
On Monday, October 21, Turner Public School students attended the second performance in the Big Sky Series curated by the Northeastern Arts Network. The group traveled to Dodson to hear The Lucky Valentines (TLV). TLV feature a husband and wife duo, native Montanans Shaun and Jamie Carrier, who currently reside in Fort Benton. They have written over eighty songs and use a mix of folk melodies, country sounds, and tight harmonies to fulfill their motto: "making sad things beautiful." Their...
Seven members from the Chinook FFA Chapter attended the 97th National FFA Convention and Expo that was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 23-26, 2024. Those in attendance not only heard a keynote address from Kevin Wanzer but also participated in various academies to advance their learning. The National FFA Convention and Expo showcased more than 300 exhibitors representing agriculture, colleges, fundraising, the U.S. Armed Services, and auto and truck manufacturers. "One reason we attend...
During September, which is recognized nationally as Suicide Prevention Month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. In that spirit, the Blaine County Health Department sponsored a coloring contest. Winners were announced in mid-October, and among those winning artists were three Turner Public School (TPS) students: Natalie Richman, Evelyn Handran, and Tessa Cowan. Valerie Beck, a registered...
One of the most impressive displays of the Northern Lights observed in the past 20 years occurred on October 11 across Montana's Hi-Line. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the aurora borealis spectacle that dazzled many who were fortunate enough to step outside that night was due to a severe geomagnetic storm. NOAA's webpage issued a "SEVERE Geomagnetic Storm ALERT" on October 10, sharing information about the storm's having strengthened and reached G4...
The University of Montana’s Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center has developed a free program called Big Sky LEAD (Leadership, Engagement, and Development) for high school students from across Montana. Open to fifteen Montana high school students (sophomores through seniors) who have demonstrated an interest in leadership, community service, and civic engagement, Big Sky LEAD aims to develop the next generation of Montana civic leaders. Applications are due on November 8. Tyson Warner, Program Officer for Democracy Youth Engagement, encourages a...
Members from two local FFA Chapters attended the Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) this past week at MetraPark in Billings. In the NILE Meats Evaluation Competition Junior Division, Chinook saw two members gain top ten status: Gus Buck and Bryce Elliot. In addition, the Meats Team from the Big Flat was ranked 12th. These judging contests took place on Tuesday, October 15. From Chinook, Gus Buck scored 342 to take fifth place individually, and Bryce Elliot accumulated 330 points to rank ninth. With those scores, Buck and Elliot...
