Articles from the March 9, 2016 edition
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Evelyn Shubert retires after four decades as local hygienist
Evelyn Shubert laid down her dental equipment after 41+ years as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Since 2014 she's worked full time at the Chinook Dental Clinic, located at the Sweet Medical Center....
Chinook City Council updated on water plant upgrade
At its March meeting the Chinook City Council approved a new water restriction ordinance, heard department reports and learned details about the expected completion date of the upgrade to the water treatment plant. Newly appointed City Clerk, Carol...
By Two new candidates file for District Court Clerk position
Two more candidates have filed for the Clerk of the District Court opening to be filled during this election cycle. The clerk’s position is for a four-year term. Carrie Gilmore Mundlin, currently a Dispatcher with the Blaine County Sheriff’s Off...
Triangle Encourages Public Libraries and Non-Profits to Apply for FREE Laptops
Triangle Communications invites public libraries and nonprofit organizations throughout Triangle’s service area to apply for one or more units (no more than ten per entity) of our retired laptop computer lab. By giving away the laptops, Triangle h...
Bear Paw Meanderings
March can be a very fickle month. Or maybe it is that I am expecting so much of spring out of March and frequently the month is much more about winter than spring. The National Weather Service told me a couple of weeks ago to look for March to be...
Treasures New & Old; Eight Thousand B.C. Really?
“How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.” The poet means a person, but many people would say this about their downfall. Fortunate are you if you can take ‘em or leave ‘em—sweet things to eat, that is. One woman already of grandmother age says...
Hello God, it's me, Mara - Dream Vacations
You know, Lord, friends were planning their dream vacation. They showed us brochures, were choosing a date and then were getting ready to purchase tickets. Oh, they had some wonderful plans. Although some of us may not have a dream vacation here on...
The Journey, Part II, continued from January 27
A few weeks ago we ended our study “The Journey” with these words: Lord willing, in the next few articles we will discuss the Israelites continuing journey through the wilderness and how it applies to us in our spiritual walk. We will see how we can...
Helen Dunbar Bley
On Saturday, February 26, 2016, Heaven welcomed Helen Lila Bley. While our hearts are broken, we know she is happy to be with her family there. Helen was born January 16, 1930 to Elizabeth and James... Full story
Benjamin G. "Westy aka House bear" Bear Jr.
Harlem, MT Benjamin G. “Westy aka House bear” Bear Jr. Passed away February 26, 2016 in Harlem, Mt. of natural causes. Wake services were held Wednesday, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. at Red Whip Center. Funeral services were Thursday at 11:00 A.M at Red Whi... Full story
Robert Eugene Erskine
Chinook, MT Robert Eugene Erskine 95 passed away February 26, 2016. He was born December 29, 1920 to Eugene and Anna (Paige) Erskine. He attended school at the Central School House and worked on the family farm with his father. Robert married Marian... Full story
Wildlife Banquet and Auction does not disappoint
After nearly two decades the annual Blaine County Wildlife Museum's major fundraiser still draws a sellout crowd. Museum Manager Tammie Edwards said banquet tickets sold out a few days before the...
Blaine County Library
“A Treasure Concealed” by Tracie Peterson is a new romance available this week. If you like thrillers, we have several ready for checkout. “Clawback” by J.A. Jance is an Ali Reynolds novel. “Steel Kiss” by Jeffery Deaver is a Lincoln Ryme novel....
Harlem Senior Center
Seed Show Mania all takes place next weekend! We will have our Senior Center booth down there. If you can take a shift manning our booth, please sign up with Katie today. To put on the Calendar… “Mary Poppins”, musical at MSU-Northern... 8:00 p.m....
Chinook Senior Center
Marilyne’s party turned out very nicely. We had lots of help from Kathy O’Brien, Tom Tilleman, Sharon LaPlante, Kasie McIntosh, Rochelle Wohlschlager and Myrla McCoy. The Kitchen Band did a fantastic job as usual! We appreciate all your help. Alo...
Hogeland Happenings
Happy March to all! Have been watching in my yard for a robin, and on Sunday I saw one! Do you suppose it is Spring? The Big Flat Catholic Church will hold their Spring Dinner and Bazaar on Sunday, March 13, from 12-2:00 p.m. They will be serving...
Turner Talk
Remember the Catholic Spring Dinner on March 13th. It all begins at 12:00 til 2:00 p.m. Come join the Catholics for a tasty Turkey dinner complete with the trimmings. The Lions will be serving up a tasty breakfast on Sunday, March 20th. This group...
Harlem Library
The Harlem Library will be closed Friday, Mar. 11 because of the Seed Show. Hope to see you there! Events to mark on your calendar are an Internet Security workshop presented by Triangle Communications on Tues., Mar. 22, 6 P.M. in the meeting room....
Award winning author overcame many obstacles before finding success
From a troubled childhood in Bosnia on a flight to boarding school, he discovered his passion for flying that has become a highlight in his life. The pilot let him fly the plane and told him he was the best pilot he met so far. For a child who...
Valley Clovers 4H-Club Monthly Meeting Report
The fourth meeting of the Valley Clovers 4-H Club was called to order by President Brooke Elliott at 1:00 PM, on January 10th 2016 at Triangle Communications in Havre. There were four leaders, twenty four members, and several guests present. For our...
Award Winning Author Visits Harlem Elementary
On Tuesday, March 1st, Harlem Elementary kicked off 'I Love To Read Week' with one of the most memorable series of presentations ever! That evening, award winning author, Mr. Ben Mikaelsen, shared...
Bree and Sparkle win Lewistown Beginner Showmanship at Winter Fair in January
Bree Swanson, along with other area youth competed at the 2016 Montana Winter Fair Youth Beef Show held January 31st in Lewistown. Bree won 1st place in the Beginner Showmanship class with her heifer...
Local Angus Breeder Recognized for Sustained Efforts to Improve Cow Productivity
Lane Schmitt, of Chinook, Montana, recently re-enrolled in the American Angus Association®’s MaternalPlus® program as a commitment to making genetic improvements in lifetime cow herd productivity. Breeders participating in MaternalPlus are kee...
Brownfields Grant Funds Available from Bear Paw Development
Bear Paw Development Corporation of Havre encourages landowners of properties that may be contaminated to inquire about funds for environmental assessment and cleanup. The multi-county economic and community rural development organization has funds...
Registration Open for Montana Farmers Union Young Producer Conference in Havre, April 1-2
Great Falls, MT- Montana Farmers Union has announced it will host the annual Young Producer Conference in Havre at the Best Western Plus, April 1-2.The agenda will include topics ranging from Ag Lending, Tools for Ag Techie-Technology and...
