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Seven sophomores were inducted into the Turner High School Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) at 12:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25. Parents, teachers, students, friends, and other family members gathered in the Turner Public School (TPS) lunchroom for the Induction Ceremony. After welcoming guests to the event, the current NHS Vice President, Joseph Trautmann introduced the five-member Faculty Council, Superintendent Mrs. Jennifer McAllister, and NHS Advisor Mrs. Shelly Harmon. He...
A new farce by Martin Holt, The Foal Monty will be presented by Red Rock Power at a dinner theatre event held on April 11 and 12 at the Eagles’ Club in Chinook. This is a Montana Actors’ Theatre (MAT) performance where love, laughter, and pandemonium collide. Set in a high-society penthouse suite, the production follows Montgomery “Monty” Feely as he navigates chaos under the watchful eye of his soon-to-be father-in-law, Dominic Halligan. With quick-witted dialogue, slapstick comedy, and a touch of romance, the touring dinner theatre promise...
Since approximately February 1, Kamas Ag Chemical, LLC has been under new ownership. Although Merlin Johnson still works with the business, Christopher Skoyen, his brother Travis, and his father, John took over as owners two months ago. "Merlin is still very much involved; he will be the heart of the business for a little bit anyway as he shows us the ropes and we continue to serve the customer base that he and his wife Kay built over the years," Chris Skoyen reported. The clever acronym represe...
On March 22, more than 50 of Montana's top spellers gathered in the Strand Union Building's Ballroom A at Montana State University in Bozeman for the 60th Annual Treasure State Spelling Bee. When all the spell-downs and spell-offs were complete, Cynnloch Gibson, an eighth grader at Chinook Junior High School, had emerged as the State's third place winner. This was the second time Gibson had competed in the Treasure State Spelling Bee. Having attended when he was in the fifth grade, the now thirt...
Two representatives from the Chinook Masons, Kevin Spudic and Ben Hall travelled to Turner to present reading awards to four lucky Turner Public School (TPS) readers in a brief awards ceremony on Monday, March 24. These students were recognized for achievements earned during the month of February, which had been designated as I Love to Read Month. During I Love to Read Month this year, TPS Librarian Mrs. Shelly Harmon invited students from both the elementary and the high school to participate...
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 3:45-4:45. Theater Day Fridays 1:00-2:30. Harlem Library The Book Challenge for April is to read a book with an article of clothing in the title. The new selection for Book Club, “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave, may be picked up the week of April 7-11. The first discussion will be April 14 at 4 P.M. The library will close at 3 P.M. on Wed., April 2. There will...
The library will close at 3 P.M. today, April 2. The Book Challenge for April is to read a book with an article of clothing in the title. Book Club members may pick up the new selection “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave the week of April 7-11. The first discussion will be Monday, April 14, 4 P.M. There will be no After School Squad today, April 2, or April 9. A new collection of romantic suspense “Forge Brothers Security” books by Kendra Warden include “Forged in Secrets,” “Forged in Peril,” and “Forged in Darkness.” New Yo...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center We are all excited to see the spring weather and many green things emerging from our recently frozen ground! We have been blessed by Kasie McIntosh and Debbie Ramberg, who have purchased many Daffodils (to support the Hope project) at Shore’s Floral and we have thoroughly enjoyed the beauty and aroma of these very special flowers in our Center. They are such a bright and happy flower. We will be sad when this month is over and we are no longer able to obtain these beauties. March is soon leaving us and we a...
The Montana Book Award is an annual award that recognizes literary and/or artistic excellence in a book published during the award year. Eligible titles are either set in Montana, deal with Montana themes/issues, or are written, edited or illustrated by a Montana author or artist. Books for all ages are considered for the award. The 2024 winner is The Entire Sky by Joe Wilkins. In The Entire Sky, author Joe Wilkins weaves a poignant story about a troubled boy on the run, an aging rancher, and a woman at a crossroads, who find unexpected solace...
The MSU-Northern Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of the esteemed 2025 Founders’ Excellence Awards. This year, the Foundation honors Don Holst, Renelle Braaten & T. Wayne Koepke, and bestows a posthumous award on Arnold & Joy “Shug” Holkanson for their outstanding contributions to both Montana State University-Northern and the broader community. The 2025 Founders’ Excellence Award, a prestigious recognition, celebrates individuals who have shown remarkable professional achievements, steadfast loyalty, and exceptional service...
Clifford Arthur Mummey, Jr. "Thummy", born March, 24, 1940 in Harlem, Montana passed away on March 23, 2025 after a long fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work and family. He was welcomed into this world in a home birth, delivered by his aunt Vern to parents Clifford Arthur Mummey, Sr. and Gladys Shupe. Affectionately nicknamed "Thummy" due to his tiny size at birth, the name stayed with him throughout his life. The eldest of nine children, Thummy had an adventurous childhoo... Full story
She passed away March 26, 2025 at Northern Montana Hospital. Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Saint Margaret Mary’s Catholic Church in Big Sandy, MT. A visitation will be held from 6-8:00 PM, Friday, April 4th, at Wilderness Funeral Homes in Chinook. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilderness Funeral Homes.... Full story
The Chinook Opinion Washington Chronicles 10-15-1986 Religious Intolerance Editor's Note: Allie Marie Uyehara, a former resident of Chinook now living in Bethesda, Md., is a subscriber to the Chinook Opinion with a unique vantage point to view Washington D.C., and other parts of the world. Her views and commentary under the headline "Washington Chronicles" will appear on these pages from time to time. by Allie Marie Uyehara A Washington Post article upset me again today. It was headlined RELIGIOUS INTOLERANCE GREETS MORMON TEMPLE'S INVITATION,...
