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With snow accumulation and colder weather, progress has slowed in Babb, the site of the St. Mary's Siphons, but work continues. "The crews have been amazing in the freezing weather," said Project Manager Jennifer Patrick. "They show up everyday and get to work despite the conditions." The project is around 45 percent complete according to Patrick depending on which area of the project you are talking about. Despite the challenging below zero temperatures, the dedicated crews of NW Construction...
Hello Harlem! By now, the extreme cold snap from a few weeks ago is a distant memory. Hope everyone made it through okay and stayed warm. The first day of Spring is March 20. That’s right around the corner! We’ll definitely take some more snow and moisture, but that polar vortex can stay up in the Arctic as far as I’m concerned. The Big Flat Lutheran Churches will be holding a rotating Soup Supper and Lenten service during the season of Lent each Thursday at 6:00 pm. Locations: Hogeland on March 13, March 27 and April 10. Turner on March 20 and...
Four students at Turner Public School (TPS) were honored in a ceremony during the lunch hour on Wednesday, March 5 for their essay writing. Brenda Maloney, Vice President of the American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Unit 109 of Turner, presented Fourth Grader Lucy Grabofsky, Sixth Grader Isley Welsh, Eighth Grader Savannah Heilig, and Sophomore Abby Grabofsky with First Place certificates and cash prizes in the 2025 Americanism Essay Contest. Each winner also received a cupcake decorated in white... Full story
In celebration of National Book Month, Turner Public Schools will be engaging with books throughout the month of March. One of those events will be Mystery Reader Mondays. Another was the celebration of the birthday of children's book author Theodor Seuss Geisel (Dr. Seuss) on March 2 and Read Across America Week. Many schools and libraries remember the contributions of Dr. Seuss with Read Across America Week, celebrated from March 2–6 each year. The biggest reading celebration in the United S... Full story
Harlem Library The Book Challenge for March is to read a book with the words “Luck” or “Lucky” in the title. During the month of March you may “Buy a Bag O’Books.” Fill a grocery sack full of used books from the selection in the Reading Room for only one dollar. The Book Club’s new book “The God of the Woods” by Liz Moore may be picked up the week of Mar. 10-14. The first discussion will be Mar. 17, 4 P.M. The March library board meeting will be Mar. 19, 4:30 P.M. The library will be closed Mar. 26-28 so the staff may attend the state li...
Don’t miss the opportunity to “Buy a Bag O’Books” during the month of March. Fill a grocery sack full of used books for only one dollar! The Book Challenge for March is to read a book with the words “Luck” or “Lucky” in the title. The library board of trustees will hold their monthly meeting March 19, 4:30 P.M. in the library meeting room. The library will be closed March 26 -28 so the staff may attend the state library conference. If you have a baby or toddler, ages 0 -5, in your life be sure to register them for free monthly books with Doll...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center March is here and with it all of the different weather patterns that we can expect for Montana! We have all enjoyed some very unseasonably warm climates for several days, but I don’t think winter is quite done with us. Before you know it we will be celebrating the Risen Lord. Several different denominations celebrate Lent during this season, so, please know that we will offer a Fish alternative on each Friday, during this Lenton season. Just let us know that you will be observing Lent by not eating meat and...
Since the Friends of the Pool and Park Foundation began operating in 2020, Gary and Millie Smith of Chinook have donated over $4700 to the Chinook Pool and Park Project. As avid supporters of Chinook and the Community, Gary and Millie have been huge proponents of the project, and the Friends of the Pool and Park Foundation are extremely grateful for their generosity and dedication to the Community of Chinook. "We are so thankful for their support and we applaud their contributions, we are truly...
John W. "Jack" Young, 81, passed away due to natural causes at his Lewistown residence on Friday, February 28, 2025. Funeral services was held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, March 7, 2025, in the Commercial Building at the Blaine County Fairgrounds. Burial followed 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 has... Full story
James Roy Billmayer was born May 7, 1928, to Mabel (McGuire) and Roy Billmayer in Harlem, Montana. He passed away on March 1st, 2025, at Sweet Nursing Home in Chinook. Jim lived a very full life. He worked hard from the time he was a young man, growing up on the family farm. He graduated high school in Harlem and attended college in Missoula for a short time. He and Helen were married on May 18, 1949, in the Hogeland Lutheran Church. Last spring they celebrated 75 years of marriage. Their son... Full story
The Northern B Divisional Tournament in Cut Bank saw fierce competition over the weekend as teams battled for a spot in the divisional championship and state tournament. On Thursday night, the Harlem Wildcats (#4 from 2B) took on the Choteau Bulldogs (#1 from 1B). The Wildcats controlled the game right from the get-go, never letting up as they cruised to a 74-60 victory over the Bulldogs. Going into Friday's matchup saw Harlem take on the Glasgow Scotties. Latham Blackwolf spawned a comeback aga...
For several years now, the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) has been working towards their Vision Zero goal. Montana's focus on Vision Zero uses zero as the ultimate goal because the department considers any death on our roadways to be unacceptable. In achieving that vision, MDT works with hundreds of agencies and organizations across the state in a collaborative partnership, implementing strategies to reduce highway crashes, injuries, and fatalities. One of those partners is the...
The February meeting for Big Flat 4-H Club was held on February 16, 20225 at 1:00 at the Harlem Library. Roll call was “Name your favorite cookie.” Members present were Modesty Chamberlain, Avery Fox, Piper Fox, Mason Friedrich, Hannah Klindworth, Isaac Klindworth, Natalie Richman, Mary Simons, Hannah Van Voast and Isabella Van Voast. Leaders present were Hilary Richman and Shannon Van Voast. Visitors at the meeting were Brandon Nissen, Donna and Pau. The American Pledge was led by Mason and the 4-H Pledge was led by Mary. Reports: Tre...
The meeting was called to order by President Hannah Schoen at 5:00 PM at the Miller’s Shop. Norah led the American pledge, and Fallon led the 4-H pledge. Roll call was “what’s your favorite animal.” Secretary Wacee Simenson read the minutes from the last meeting. The treasurer was absent. Fallon reported on project day. Maysen reported on the Valentine’s Day dance. Henry reported on his 4-H project. Wacee reported on FFA. Old Business: Butter Braid Club Fundraiser New Business: None Announcements: Dog workshop March 21st in Havre, 4-H camp...
