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Due to the sudden rise in temperature over the past week, flooding has caused many roads to be closed around the county. These roads can be very dangerous as water erodes the roadways and causes other types of damage. The picture above shows Birdtail Road, which has now reopened. Be sure to check the Blaine County Road Department's Facebook page for the latest updates....
Following several MIWW District contests held in October 2024, the Montana Make It With Wool state contest was held on December 6-7, 2024 at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center in Billings, Montana, in conjunction with the 141st Annual Montana Woolgrowers Convention. There were 6 sewists competing in three categories at this year's State contest - Junior, Senior, and Adult. The Junior category for those ages 13 to 16 as of January 1st of the contest year had one very worthy contestant in...
Although stargazers might find celestial happenings intriguing, many of us forget to look to the heavens. Consequently, we miss out on some rare events, such as the alignment of seven of our solar system's planets, an event that took place on February 28 just as the sun was setting below the horizon. Throughout January and February, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune were all visible in the night sky. However, on February 28, those six were joined, for just one night, by Mercury. Four of the planets-Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, and...
On Monday, March 3, eleven area schools brought over 200 students to the Hill County Electric/Triangle Communications grounds for their annual Opportunity in Trades Day event. The event lasted approximately five hours. According to Bethany Chinadle, COO for Triangle Communications, the goal of the event is to expose area high school students to opportunities available in the trades. “We had eight different zones available for the students to explore in the morning, and then after lunch they were able to pick the zone that interested them the mo...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center Well, here we go into March! I don’t think that winter is done with us, but who knows! We get what we get and we are thankful for all of the moisture. Probably not the subzero temperatures. The first day of Spring is March 20th. If you have lived in Montana very long, you know that Mother Nature can play lots of tricks on us. On March 20th, despite whatever Mother Nature brings….we will be having a “Spring Fling, Flower Thing”. This means that we will be painting flower pots to plant the following week. W...
Book Challenge for March is to read a book with the words “Luck” or “Lucky” in the title. The library is holding its “Buy a Bag O’Books!” sale this month. Fill a grocery sack full of used books for only one dollar. Book Club members may pick up the new selection “God of the Woods” by Liz Moor the week of Mar. 10 - 14. The first discussion will be Mar. 17, 4 P.M.. Blaine County Library Teen Scene Mondays 5:30-6:30. Story Time Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Kids’ Zone Tuesdays 3:45-4:45. Home School Hour Wednesday 1:00-2:00. LEGO Club Thursday 3:45-...
Pitter-Patter By: Mary McKenzie Pitter-patter mousey feet, running through the halls, where I cannot see them in the ceiling and the walls. What sets you off a ‘running so I hear your tiny feet? Are you scampering from danger, or protecting tasty treats? When I’m sitting somewhere quiet I can hear you rather loudly— like a furry locomotive passing through the township proudly! Where is Mrs. Kitty Cat? She’s sleeping on my bed, dreaming all her cozy thoughts, while mice run ‘bove my head! Pitter-patter mousey feet, running through the halls, wh...
John P. Faber, just shy of 89, passed from this earthly life into the loving peace of his Lord and Savior on Feb 13, 2025, in Havre, MT. At his request, a private family burial will be held at a later date. John was born Apr. 1, 1936, the oldest of five to Paul and Alvina (Luoma) Faber. He is survived by his children; Marion (Pat) Leary, Jody Wallace, Elgin (Colleen) Faber and Luke Faber as well as extended family. John will be remembered for his strong work ethic and gentleman ways and as a... Full story
She passed away January 30, 2025 at Sweet Memorial Nursing Home. A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 PM, March 8th, at the Chinook Eagles.... Full story
James Billmayer, 96, passed away March 1, 2025. A visitation will be held Thursday, March 6th from 6-8: 00 PM at Wilderness Funeral Homes in Chinook. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, March 7th, at Wing Cemetery. A funeral service will follow the graveside at 11:00 AM, at the American Lutheran Church in Hogeland. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilderness Funeral Homes.... Full story
John W. "Jack" Young, 81, passed away due to natural causes at his Lewistown residence on Friday, February 28, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Commercial Building at the Blaine County Fairgrounds. Burial will follow in Kuper Memorial Cemetery. Jack's family has suggested memorial donations be made in his memory to the MSUN Rodeo Scholarship Fund or the North Central Montana Stockgrowers Association Scholarship Fund. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home... Full story
You know, Lord, a friend said that ‘friend’ is used to define a person who knows all your faults but loves you anyway’; saying, she’d found a slip of paper in her Grandma’s Bible that listed a lot of words related to ‘friendship’. Grandma also mentioned that we were to remember that Jesus said: ‘Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid,’ - reminding us to check out JOHN 14:27.” ‘Elisa’ then asked’ “What WERE some of the words you were going to...
The Lady Beeters battled through a roller-coaster game to secure a 51-40 victory over Harlem in the opening round of the 2025 Northern B Divisional tournament Thursday in Malta. Chinook’s defense clamped down early, holding Harlem to 7 points in the first quarter. The offense delivered a narrow 22-17 halftime lead. The Wildcats full-court press caused headaches for Chinook in the third, shrinking the margin to just three points. But Chinook found their second wind in the fourth, exploding for 2... Full story
Turner High School honored nine Seniors this past Saturday during the North Star vs. Tornado basketball games taking place on their home court. The girls were honored prior to their game while the boys were recognized prior to the start of the boys varsity game. These students were also recognized for their achievements throughout their years at Turner High. Best wishes to these nine students. Enjoy the last hurrah of high school and being a part of the Mighty Tornado student body. We wish you...
During the month of March be sure to stop by to take advantage of the “Buy a Bag O’Books!” sale. Choose from the used books in the Reading Room and fill a grocery sack for only one dollar. The Book Challenge for March is to read a book with the words “Luck” or “Lucky” in the title. When you complete the challenge your name will be entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. The Book Club, a book discussion group for adults, meets on Mondays at 4 P.M. The new selection “God of the Woods” by Liz Moore may be picked up the week of Ma...
The final Blaine County Book Club meeting for the winter was held Tuesday February 25th. We had a small group, but a great discussion about the book, “The Flood Girls” by Richard Fifield. The Blaine County Museum and the Blaine County Library look forward to collaborating to present this program again in October. If you participated, it would be helpful if you could fill out a short survey, which you can get at the museum or the library for the final report to the Humanities Montana. A grant from the Humanities enabled us to bring the book clu...
Age: 34. Company and title: Billings Clinic, Executive Director of Performance Improvement. Hometown: Chinook, MT. Education and/or background: PharmD If you couldn't do this, what would you do instead? I would own a greenhouse or floral shop. I love being able to grow something from the dirt and a seed. We recently started a large garden and it has been a source of solitude and a new way to bond with my kids. What other passions/callings are part of your life? My children provide me so much joy...
