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Although the Blaine County Fair officially opens on August 6, it begins much sooner for youth and for those in 4-H. Spanning August 2-August 9, the fair offers everything from a Kids’ Rodeo, 4-H shows, and open class and FFA exhibits to the Bear Paw Roundup PRCA Rodeo, music by The Band Flansburg, and epic cars in the Small Town Beat Down Demolition Derby. The theme for the 2026 fair is “250 Years of the Milk River Plains: Honoring Our Past – Celebrating Our Future.” This year the premium book is dedicated to Travis “Trapper” Skoyen, who passed...
Every year, from July 3 to August 11, Earth’s Northern Hemisphere experiences what have been tagged the Dog Days of Summer. Historically, these are usually the hottest and most unbearable days of the season. Although the reference certainly describes hot, sultry days “not fit for a dog,” the term derives more from the stars than from kennels. In fact, the phrase comes from ancient sky watchers who noticed that Sirius, the brightest star in the sky and the eye of the constellation Canis Major—also known as the Greater Dog—rose with the Sun d...
Twelve community members were present at a special meeting of the Blaine County Museum Board held in the museum’s meeting room on Monday, July 13. Other meetings followed on July 16, 20, and 22. The purpose of the July 13 meeting was a Board discussion related to Blaine County Historical Foundation’s (BCHF) Condition and Feasibility Report of the Blaine/Wells Fargo Building. Additionally, the Board wished to hear any public comment on matters within the jurisdiction of the Board. Chairman of the Board, Cassie Johnson called the meeting to ord...
Montana State University-Northern recently announced its 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Class. And it’s a wide-ranging group. The 2026 Class covered the sports of men’s and women’s basketball, football, as well as administration. This year’s class includes Christian Oberquell, Sierra (Richards) Woodward, Laramie Schwenke, Donald Saisbury, Khalin Anderson, and John Briney. Six individuals whose accomplishments, leadership, and dedication have shaped Lights and Skylights athletics for more than three decades. The 2026 MSU-Northern Athletic Hall of...
Blaine County Library Blaine County Library Board of Trustee meeting is Monday July 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. Monday Beat the Heat Movie at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday Story Time at 10:30 a.m. and Crafternoon at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday Summer Reading Program 1:30 p.m. Thursday LEGO Club at 1:30 p.m....
FRIDAY July 24, 2026 8:00 a.m. Road/Bridge Supervisor Mitchell Sheriff Colby County Attorney Harwood DES Velk County Health Dept. Internal Business Employment Review Budgets/PILT Budget Transfers Tax Abatements July 27, 2026 8:00 a.m. Road/Bridge Supervisor Mitchell Sheriff Colby County Attorney Harwood DES Velk County Health Dept. Internal Business Employment Review Budgets/PILT Budgt Transfers Tax Abatements 4:30 P.M. - Blaine County Library Board Meeting at the Chinook Library TUESDAY July 28, 2026 8:00 a.m. Road/Bridge Supervisor Mitchell...
Swimming in Lewistown were Chloe Beck, Brynn Brennan, Ashtyn DePriest, Kolton DePriest, Amanda Finley, James Harry, Shirley Harry, Bernadette Frye, Calvin Frye, Beatrice Harwood, Pepper Harwood, Sylvi Harwood, Justin Huravitch, Mariah Huravitch, Harper Jones, Ember Jones, Brinlee Sederdahl, Kamille Shackelford, Tyler Stephens, Colson Turner, Livia Turner, and Lucas Whitney. The Lions had three High Point earners in Lewistown: Sylvi Harwood in the Girls 9-10 Division, with three 1st place...
As the Blaine County Fair approaches, excitement begins to build for one of the highlights of the summer. Youth are putting the finishing touches on projects, families are preparing exhibits and livestock, and community members are making plans to attend. Behind every successful fair, however, is a group of dedicated volunteers who generously give their time, talents, and energy to make it all happen. Volunteers are truly the backbone of 4-H and the Blaine County Fair. Whether serving as club leaders, project workshop instructors, judges,...
The Blaine County Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday July 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. We have one non-fiction book ready to go this week. When Montana Outraced the East by Catherine Melin-Moser retrieves the largely forgotten late nineteenth-century golden age of the Montana Thoroughbred industry, when Montana horses won some of the biggest prizes in American horse racing, confounding national sportswriters and threatening to reshape the balance of power within America’s oldest s...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center Our Annual Meeting of the Chinook Area Senior Center was held on 7-14-26 @ 11:00. We had a nice number of people in attendance. We have elected 3 new officers, as Roxanne Townsend (Chair), Rich Stuker (Vice Chair), Secretary (Val Frank) have all resigned their positions, effective today. These people were constant, positive figures within our Senior Center community and we truly hate to see them go, however we do so with thankfulness for the time that they have served and the value that they have brought....
When you think of libraries, do you mostly think of books? Of course we have books, but we have so much more to offer our communities! We have public computers; you can print, scan, fax, copy; you can attend a program; you can use our wifi; you can even come and sit in the cool air-conditioned building and just relax! Please take advantage of all the things we can offer you. The Friends of the Harlem Public Library will be hosting a community appreciation event today, from 4:00-6:00. They will b...
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Barry Andrew Murnion Jr., who was born on October 13, 1993, and sadly passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 32 as the result of an automobile accident. Barry lived in Billings, Montana, where he worked for Custom Concrete. His dad got him started in concrete, and Barry quickly excelled in the trade. He took great pride in his work, became highly skilled at pouring and finishing concrete, and was known as a hard worker w... Full story
It’s just about that time of year again - soon and very soon the fairgrounds receive their annual grooming. Livestock all around the county will reach prime conditioning. A few are already keen on that blue ribbon vegetable soon to reach perfection in their garden. Popcorn and cotton candy aside, we’ll soon partake in the aromas of wood chips, Show Sheen, and hoof polish. Our mouths will water for scones, Pronto Pups, snow cones and fresh baked pies. Can you believe it? It’s fair time again! I’ve loved the fair ever since I was a 4-Her – not t...
Thanks to some red-hot baseball during a heatwave, the Havre Northstars American Legion baseball club had a chance to win the Northern A regular season title on the final day of the season. The Northstars got to that point by sweeping the Lethbridge Miners last Tuesday in Lethbridge. Havre won game one of the road doubleheader, 9-6, then they blew out the Miners 18-4 in the nightcap. The very next day, Havre was in Conrad where the Northstars crushed the Tri-County Cardinals twice, winning game one 18-12 and game two 14-0. Then came the final...
I don't closely follow sports and never wrote much about sports. But when Ken Schubert, a fellow coffee drinker at the Chinook Senior Center, began talking about he and wife Evelyn's trip to the 2026 Montana East-West Shrine game in Butte, his story piqued my interest. Turns out the Schuberts' main reason for going all the way to Butte was to see their grandson, Asher Knopik, play in the Montana East-West Shrine game. Asher, who just graduated high school, was a standout offensive and defensive...
June 15–August 1, 2026 • Hill County Library Summer Reading Program – “Unearth a Story” summer reading program for all ages. June 23–July 31, 2026 • Havre High Volleyball Open Gyms – Incoming eighth graders, freshmen, and all high school players are invited to attend open gyms Monday through Thursday from 6:30 AM to 8 AM through the end of July. Weightlifting follows from 8 AM to 9 AM. Athletes are encouraged to attend even if they are undecided about participating in volleyball, as summer open gyms provide opportunities to learn skills an...
Dr. Thomas "Tom" Reid III, MD, PhD, FACP, said that after spending more than two months as medical director of the Northern Montana Sletten Cancer Center, one of his main goals is to let people know what they have here. "What I want this Sletten Cancer Center to be here in Havre is, basically, the go-to place, the center of excellence, for cancer treatments, blood disorder treatments, for northern Montana," he said, "and the fact that people feel comfortable coming here and they would send...
The other day I found a moth clinging above my screen doorknob. I was in and out the door frequently. The moth hung out all day, swinging with the door. The thing was huge, the size of my palm. It was the most beautiful moth I’ve ever seen and one I’d never seen previously. Ms. Moth was plum colored and when her wings were widespread, she displayed a cor-al/orange oval on the inside spread. Toward the end of the afternoon, Leo dropped by to see if I needed anything from town. I showed him the moth. He took a photo and sent it to my gra...
Caden Jeffrey Jenkins, a radiant spirit and beloved son, grandson, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, and devoted member of the Havre and Dillon communities, passed away on July 5, 2026, as a result of an automobile accident in Beaverhead County. Although his time on earth was far too short, the impact he made on the lives of those who knew and loved him will be felt for generations. Caden was born on January 2, 2004, in Havre, Montana, to Brian and Melanie Jenkins. From the very beginning, he bles... Full story
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Skylar Blou Parisian, who entered into rest in California. Skylar was born to Leonard Allen Parisian and Teresa Lynn Olson on November 27, 1996, in Havre, Montana. Skylar lived most of his life in Box Elder and later spent time in Poplar, Montana. He was a loving father, son, brother, partner, relative, and friend whose presence touched the lives of many. All services for Skylar will be held at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Skylar’s wake will begin at 11:00 a.m. on Mon... Full story
It is with deep and everlasting sorrow to announce the passing of Gary L. Springer on 6/18/26. The impact he left on many will never be forgotten. A service/celebration of life will be announced at a later date. You truly will be missed. Holland and Bonine has been entrusted with arrangements and services.... Full story
Bullhook Blossoms Garden Club has selected the yard of Michelle and Joel Miller, at 1135 11th St. in Havre, as the first Yard of the Week for 2026. The Millers have created a beautiful landscape that can be enjoyed both during the day and after dark. Colorful pots of pansies add charm throughout the yard, while a peaceful waterfall featuring several ceramic fish creates a relaxing focal point. Their driveway is lined with a variety of shrubs, accented by vibrant daylilies. One of the highlights...
My name is Jessica N. Johnson, and I have been retained by the Cottonwood School District No. 57 Board of Trustees to serve as the District’s Consulting Superintendent during this period of transition. In this role, I will provide guidance and support to the Board of Trustees, our new Teaching Principal/District Administrator, and the District’s business office as requested by the Board. My role is advisory in nature and is intended to support the District’s leadership as it moves forward. First, I want to acknowledge that change can be diffi...
How many funerals have you attended over the last year? For some folks, they would need two hands just to count the number of funerals they’ve attended in the last six months. If you live long enough, you will eventually find yourself showing up for more funerals than you’d like, as death finds its cold way to family and friends. In our communities lately, even younger generations have been attending more funerals than they ought to. It has been a hard season of loss. It reminds me of the line from the musical “Hamilton”: “Death doesn’t d...
Out our way, old timers warn wanna be cowboys that there is a price to be paid. As a greenhorn pastor on his first round up, they picked me a very slow and gentle old horse - but also told me that no cowhand escapes injury in the long run. A few weeks later, another old timer asked me to join him to help repair a marker in an old, long forgotten cemetery out on the plains. He told me the grave belonged to a 19 year old kid he had known in his youth who had been dragged to death on a cross country trail drive when his cinch broke and the saddle...
