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Articles from the December 29, 2021 edition


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  • New Business Opens at Hays and Fort Belknap

    Donna Miller|Dec 29, 2021

    After deciding this past fall that they needed to examine their work schedules, Mason and Danielle Martin determined that reliable employment closer to home was in better alignment with their goals. That determination led to their establishing a business of their own. Martin Grind is a mobile coffee service that operates in the communities of Hays, Harlem, and Fort Belknap Agency. In mid-October, the Martins purchased a black, eighteen foot A & R cargo trailer. With the help of Mason's dad,...

  • Grant Awards Benefit Non-Profit Organizations in Blaine County

    Donna Miller|Dec 29, 2021

    On December 20, the Montana Community Foundation announced that grant awards totaling $5,800 have been awarded from the Blaine County Community Foundation Fund to support the communities and residents of Blaine County. Four local non-profit organizations will directly benefit from the recent grant awards. The Blaine County Community Foundation Fund (BCCFF) was established at the Montana Community Foundation (MCF) by community leader Warren Ross in 1997. Annual grant cycle disbursements promote c...

  • Former squadron commander revisited the Airmen's Memorial in Harlem

    Steve Edwards|Dec 29, 2021

    Darwin Zellmer, of Harlem, recently shared a letter from William McKinney, Col. USAF (Ret). McKinney, and his wife, Jill, visited the Airmen's Memorial in Harlem last fall on the way from their home in Florida to Glacier Park. Part of the trip was to fulfill a promise the retired colonel made to his wife to let her see and experience the memorial to the 13 Air Force crew members who died in an air crash north of Harlem. McKinney was the squadron commander of 11 of the 13 crewmembers killed when...

  • Save the Date for the Brew Fest Coming in February

    Donna Miller|Dec 29, 2021

    The Blaine County Fair Foundation invites Blaine County residents to save the date, February 5, 2022, for their Third Annual Brew Fest. The event, which is slated to begin at 4:00 p.m., will take place in the Commercial Building on the Blaine Country Fair Grounds. According to one of the brew fest organizers, Loren Skoyen, multiple breweries have been contacted and four have already confirmed that they will have representatives pouring hand-crafted Montana beers. The two Havre Breweries—Triple D...

  • Columbia Grain International is Launching its Cultivating Community Christmas Campaign

    For Immediate Release|Dec 29, 2021

    This year has been challenging for everyone in the agriculture industry. From drought to fire to rampant supply chain disruption, 2021 has shown us that it is important, now more than ever, to find meaningful ways to support our local communities to enact real change. No one understands the needs of a community more than its own people, and that is why Columbia Grain International (CGI) is launching its Cultivating Community Christmas Campaign, which motivates its teams across the northern tier of the U.S. to join together and volunteer at...

  • Journal Jots

    Dec 29, 2021

    Harlem Library The library will be closed Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve. Book Club members may pick up the new selection “If the Creek Don’t Rise” Jan. 3-7. The first discussion will be Jan. 10, 4 P.M. Children’s programs will resume next week: Story Time Jan. 4, 10 A.M., After School Squad Jan. 5, 3:30 and Lego Club Jan. 6 , 3:30 (new time). Those who contributed angels for the display may pick them up this week. Harlem Food Bank The Harlem Food Bank IS OPEN. Bear Paw Cooperative The Bear Paw Cooperative, through your local school district,...

  • Harlem Elementary ROARS

    Donna Miller|Dec 29, 2021

    On December 10, personnel at Harlem Elementary School selected "seven sensational students" to join their Rockin' ROAR Roster. One student from each grade level, kindergarten through sixth grade, was chosen as the best role model for their peers, since they exhibit behavior that is Respectful, Organized, Always safe, and Responsible at all times. The seven students recognized for their achievement include Braxlynn WhiteGrass (kindergarten), Ki'Mora Jefferson (1st grade), Zamirah Lewis (2rd...

  • Hogeland Happenings

    Anita Reed|Dec 29, 2021

    Matt and Annie Klindworth and kids , Morgan and Jessica Klindworth and kids, and Ashley Houle and girls were guests over Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at Duane and Carol Klindworth’s home. Loretta Beck visited with Brandon Beck and Danielle Gard at their home in Harlem, and she also visited with Darwin and Betty Zellmer and Addilyn, Norah, and Harper Zellmer on Wednesday. Dusty and Misty Mohar and boys and Janie and Butch Mohar were guests at Terry and Brenda Mohar’s for Christmas dinner. Terry and Brenda went to Harlem on Christmas Eve and...

  • Marietta Mabel (Chapman) Mosser

    Dec 29, 2021

    Marietta Mabel (Chapman) Mosser (94) was welcomed into heaven during the early morning hours of December 23, 2021. She passed peacefully at home with her devoted son Doug by her side. Marietta, a blessing to all those who knew her, was a dedicated wife, loving mother, caring grandma, fun-filled sister and aunt, and a friend to so many. Marietta began her long and happy life on December 8, 1927 in Chinook, MT. The youngest child born to Oris and Mabel Ikemire Chapman, Marietta graduated from...

  • Chinook Senior Center

    Dec 29, 2021

    Marathon Pinochle was played at the center on Monday Dec. 20th, Ruth Brown and Debbie Ramberg won that day, and Julie Bowles and Sharon Reed won on Wednesday Dec. 22nd. Nice job ladies. Bingo is played every Thursday at 1:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m. anyone is welcome to join us to play. Winner for December 23 was Irene Gauthier. Good Job. We invite anyone who would like a good meal to stop by; we eat at 12:00 p.m. and the cost is more than reasonable at $5.00 a plate if you are 60 years old or older, and $6.00 a plate if you are younger than 60...

  • Local congregations looking for new paths forward

    Steve Edwards|Dec 29, 2021

    Three church congregations from Chinook held a joint Christmas Eve service this past week. The evening service was held at the American Lutheran Church in Chinook and joined with the local Presbyterian and Methodist churches. American Lutheran and Chinook Presbyterian churches are currently without pastors. Rev. Jack Mattingly, pastor of the Chinook Methodist Church, led the worship and was assisted in serving communion by Rev. Sherry Edwards, retired and former pastor of the Presbyterian...

  • 'Beeters Strong Second Half Effort Leads to 52-43 win over Hays/Lodge Pole

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    It was a tale of two halves this past Tuesday night in Chinook as the Sugarbeeters welcomed the Hays/Lodge Pole Thunderbirds to town. Both teams have the same goal of playing on Saturday night at the District 9C Tournament in February, making this early season clash a big one. The Thunderbirds controlled the tempo early in a defensive first half, taking a 19-10 lead into the halftime locker room. The third quarter belonged to the 'Beeters as they stormed out of the gates, turning a nine point...

  • Lady Cats Shine Bright in 76-32 win over Morning Stars

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    The Harlem Lady Cats were looking to close out the 2021 portion of their schedule this past Wednesday on a high note when they welcomed the District 1B Rocky Boy Morning Stars to town in a non-conference tilt. The Lady cats started fast and never looked back, winning in dominate fashion, 76-32. The Lady Cats evened their overall record at 3-3 (1-1) in the process. Harlem controlled all facets of the game, dominating both inside and out while playing pressure defense to start the transition....

  • Turner gets past Dodson 43-39, falls to Box Elder 80-26

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    The Turner Tornadoes will take a 3-3 record into the new year after earning a split last week heading into the holiday break. Turner picked up its third non-conference win on Monday night, slipping by the Dodson Coyotes 43-39. Tuesday in Box Elder the girls fell to 0-3 in District 9C play following a tough 80-26 loss to the Bears. Turner struggled early in their Monday evening contest with the Coyotes, trailing 11-7 after eight minutes of action. Freshman Cassidy Grabofsky scored five of Turners first quarter points to steady the offense. Head...

  • Sugarbeeters Outlast Thunderbirds in Double Overtime Thriller 62-59

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    The Hays/Lodge Pole Thunderbirds were in Chinook this past Tuesday for District 9C contest to close out the 2021 schedule for both teams. The early part of the schedule has left both teams wanting more. Tuesday night they left everything on the court in a double overtime thriller that had fans on the edge of their seats late into the night. At its conclusion it was the Sugarbeeters walking away with an exhausting 62-59 win. Both teams entered Tuesdays contest feeling a little snake bit to start...

  • Thunderbirds fall in Overtime to Fort Benton

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    To suggest that the Hays/Lodge Pole Thunderbirds haven't been competitive this year would be a huge understatement. Counting their overtime contest against the Sugarbeeters on Tuesday, The Thunderbirds have played overtime in nearly half of their games thus far. Monday in Fort Benton the Thunderbirds left it all on the court, but once again they fell in an overtime heart breaker, falling to the Longhorns 61-55. The Longhorns appeared to be in control earl on as they controlled the tempo....

  • Turner takes down Dodson; Lose to Box Elder

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    The Turner Tornadoes closed out the 2021 portion of their high school boys basketball schedule this past week. On Monday, December 20 the Tornadoes defeated the visiting Dodson Coyotes 54-49. The following night in Box Elder the Tornadoes couldn’t keep up with the Bears in a 86-29 setback. Sophomore Ryan Doyle led the Tornado offense right out of the gate, scoring eight first quarter points against the Coyotes. Sophomore Trent Billmayer buried a triple and added five more to the Tornado attack giving the home team a 18-7 lead heading into t...

  • Shorthanded Wildcats fall to Rocky Boy 90-58

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    The Harlem Wildcats have had a bumpy start to the 2021-22 season. Injuries have plagued the team since the very beginning allowing the Wildcats to take the court with their full roster just once this season. The Wildcats have struggled on the court with their regular starting unit in disarray. That doesn't mean they haven't been fun to watch along the way. Harlem hosted the Rocky Boy Stars in their final contest of 2021 last Wednesday. The Stars were ready to run when they took the court and...

  • Hays/Lodge Pole clipped by Fort Benton 50-45

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    The Hays/Lodge Pole Thunderbird Varsity Girls Basketball team was in Fort Benton Monday, December 20, looking to pick up a big win over the Longhorns. The battle for the District 9C Girls title this season is going to be something to watch. Heading into the holiday break there has yet to be a clear cut favorite with as many as six teams being likely contenders for the top spot. The Thunderbirds are surely in that mix and wins anytime you can get them are huge. Unfortunately the Thunderbirds...

  • Niederegger Selected as Alternate to Shrine Game

    Kody Farmer|Dec 29, 2021

    Chinook senior Toby Niederegger was named this week as an Alternate to the 75th Annual Montana East/West Shrine game. The prestigious event features 40 of the best athletes across the state per team, covering all five school classifications. Typically as many as 26 alternates are chosen for the elite teams as well. In addition one Canadian athlete typically is selected per side to play as well. To receive an invitation to play or be selected as an alternate is an honor few athletes get to...

  • Transforming Habits by Retraining the Brain

    Donna Miller|Dec 29, 2021

    As 2022 approaches, many of us will be taking stock of our lives, thinking towards the future, and making resolutions with the intention of modifying certain behaviors. Anyone wishing to see those resolutions reach fruition might want to consider some key tips for ensuring their success. Behavior modification depends on knowing something about brain function and accepting that both habit-making and habit-breaking are skills that require time investment and perseverance. Although brains are...

  • MSU to host free Jan. 20 online mathematics competition for middle school students

    For Immediate Release|Dec 29, 2021

    BOZEMAN — Middle school students from across the state of Montana are invited to register for a free online mathematics contest set for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20. The American Mathematics Competition 8 contest is part of the American Mathematics Competition series developed by the Mathematical Association of America. The contest is designed to provide an opportunity for middle school students to develop positive attitudes toward analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. Students apply classroom skills to unique p...