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<description><![CDATA[Driven by supply chain disruptions, rising fuel prices, and increases in production costs—whether with labor or energy, the trend towards escalating costs inevitably affects every business and every individual. Given those conditions, as well as rising costs in postage, the price of The Blaine County Journal—News—Opinion and the Havre Weekly Record is due to go up on May 1. An issue of the newspap...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Zurich School Students Commemorate Earth Day with Garbage Collection]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[People across the globe celebrated Earth Day 2026 on Wednesday, April 22. With the theme &quot;Our Power, Our Planet,&quot; the celebration marked the 56th anniversary of the environmental movement. In the spirit of responsible stewardship, the students at Zurich Elementary School gathered for their Fifth Annual Community Clean-up. As explained by current Sixth-Eighth Grade Teacher, Mrs. Brooke...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chinook Community Chest Fund]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Chinook Community Chest Fund Drive will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, beginning at 5:30 PM. For nearly 50 years, the Chinook Community Chest has helped support local organizations by eliminating the need for multiple groups to go door-to-door seeking donations. This annual drive provides vital funding for programs such as the Food Pantry, PAWS, AAU Wrestling, youth baseball and...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[MSU-Northern Chancellor to Retire after Serving 50 years in Education]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[MSU-Northern Chancellor Gregory D. Kegel announced he will retire August 1, 2026, after more than 44 years of service to the university and a 50-year career in education, including over a decade as Chancellor. A 1976 graduate, Kegel returned to Northern in 1982 as an instructor and rose through the ranks to lead the university beginning in 2014. During his tenure, he prioritized student...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[HED Dr. Reid Brings Decades of Experience to Sletten Cancer Center]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Northern Montana Health Care (NMHC) is proud to welcome a new provider to the Northern Montana Sletten Cancer Center, marking the first time in over two years the center has had a permanent, on-site physician dedicated to serving patients in our community. Dr. Thomas &quot;Tom&quot; J. Reid III, MD, PhD, FACP, brings extensive experience to the Hi-Line, strengthening our commitment to providing...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[What is 4-H and What Does It Do in Blaine County?]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[When people think of the Extension Office, they often think of 4-H. Overseeing the 4-H program is a large part of what we do in Extension. When people hear “4-H,” they often think of livestock projects and the county fair, and while those are important parts of the program, 4-H is much more than that. At its core, 4-H is a youth development program focused on helping young people build life skills...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Journal Jots]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Blaine County Library Monday: Home School Hour 1:00-2:00, Middle School Meet-up (Grades 6-8) 3:45-4:45. Tuesday: Story Time 10:30-11:00, Kid Zone 3:45-4:45 (Grades 3-5). Wednesday: Teen Scene 5:30-6:30. Thursday: LEGO Club 3:45-4:45. Friday: Movie 1:00-2:30 p.m. Community Chest The Chinook Community Chest Fund Drive will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, beginning at 5:30 PM. Contact Kelsie...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Spring Brings New Life and a Renewed Need for Blood Donations]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Blood donations tend to drop during the winter months, whether it is due to cold weather or seasonal illness. When spring arrives, schedules begin to fill up. Schools are wrapping up the year, activities pick up, the weather improves, and days grow longer. People get busy, but the need for blood does not slow down. Donors of all blood types are urgently needed, especially those with type O blood...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Harlem Library]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Harlem Board of Trustees will meet today at 4:30 pm. See attached agenda. A reminder to get your books turned in for the April Book Challenge, which was to read a book the librarians like. See some of our recommendations on our Facebook page, or stop by for a visit, and we’ll recommend a few. Next month’s challenge is to read a book about disease, addiction, or mental health. We have summer re...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Blaine County Library]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[We will show the movie The Guernsey Literary &amp; Potato Peel Pie Society Monday May 4th at 5:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. We have a nice variety of books available for checkout this week. If you like non-fiction we have How to Be Okay When Nothing is Okay by Jenny Lawson. Jenny shares more than one hundred humorous, heartfelt, and genuine tools and...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chinook Senior Center]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Hello From the Chinook Senior Center WE ARE MAKING MAY DAY BASKETS TODAY, WEDNESDAY APRIL 29TH @ 1:00. We are always disappointed to see good old things go away, so this is how you prevent it. We are aware that many people are not able to get out, so we might swing one by and hang it on your door, however, if you ARE able to get out, come and join in the fun! We all need FUN! A huge thank you to...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Henry Nagamori]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Henry Nagamori passed away on April 6, 2026. A Memorial Service is being held for him on April 25, 2026, at Croxford Funeral Home at 11AM with a reception to follow at the Moose Lodge. Henry was born in the Fort Benton hospital December 5, 1939. His parents, Eisaku and Aya Nagamori took him home to the farm they leased. Henry lived in that house the rest of his life. During the Second World War...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Cathy Jean Bear]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Cathy Jean Bear, 62 - Passed away on April 18,2026 surrounded by her family. A wake was held on April 24 at the Harlem High School Gym. Funeral Services were on Saturday, April 25. A full obituary will be in next week’s edition....]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Shirley Ann Heggen Lybeck]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[April 19, 2026, we lifted Shirley to heaven. Shirley Ann Heggen Lybeck passed away peacefully in Great Falls, Montana. Her loved ones were given the opportunity to say goodbye. Born in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan to Fred Warren Heggen and Lena Viola Heggen, Shirley was the third of five children. Joyce Eastlund (Holly), Beryl Garvin (Russ), Wayne Heggen (Arlene), and Jerry Heggen (Kathy). Shirley...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Michael Mathias Keller]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Micheal Mathias Keller, 79, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 21, 2026. A vigil service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2026, and his funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 1, 2026, all at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church with Monsignor Daniel Wathen officiating. Burial will take place in Cottonwood Cemetery. Holland &amp; Bonine Funeral Home has been...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Darlene Nicholson]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Darlene Nicholson, 88, of Coeur d&apos;Alene, Idaho, passed peacefully on April 16, 2026, surrounded by those who cared for her. Born October 1, 1937, in Harlem, Montana, to John and Mary Green, Darlene carried the traditions of her small-town roots throughout her life. She married Pete (Paul) Nicholson on November 29, 1958, and together they built a happy life together. Darlene and Pete raised...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Harlem track competes in Missoula, Chinook loses a meet to weather]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Chinook track and field teams were looking to build momentum this weekend, but instead, poor spring weather caused the Shelby Invitational to be cancelled last Friday. The Beeters will be one of many area teams to compete in this weekend&apos;s Havre Lions Invite in Havre. The weather was bad in Shelby, but Harlem was able to travel to Missoula for the SSHS Invite last Saturday. The Harlem...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chinook's Kimber Klein shines in Iowa]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Chinook wrestler Kimber Klein, part of Team Montana, was a star at the Iowa Duals. Klein, an All-State wrestler for the Sugarbeeters, went undefeated at the AAU tournament in Iowa. Klein had perfect 8-0 record in her weight class, earned USA All-American honors, and helped Team Montana to an eighth-place finish. At 100 pounds, Kline earned All-State honors at the Montana All-Class State Wrestling...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chinook's Matteson Signs With Miles City for Rodeo]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Chinook High School senior Wyatt Matteson has signed with Miles Community College, where he will continue his rodeo career at the college level. Congratulations,...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[JR Ref Clinic Draws Full Field, Record Mentor Support in Fairfield]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The JR Ref Clinic held Saturday, April 11, at Fairfield High School brought together young officials and veteran mentors from across Montana for a full day of training, instruction, and live-game experience. For the first time in the event&apos;s history, the clinic filled completely and had a waiting list. Hosted by 127 Sports Intensity and directed by Mike Schmidt, the clinic featured 40...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to Finalist Carson Kelly]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Local community members were encouraged last week to support Carson Kelly as a finalist in the Reach Higher Montana Sticker Design Contest. With that intention in mind, several residents visited the Reach Higher Montana website to vote for Kelly’s sticker, an art piece entitled “Strive to Create.” In speaking about the contest, Kelly explains what prompted him to enter: “At the beginning of March,...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Valley Clovers 4-H Club Update]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Valley Clovers 4-H Club is excited to report we were recently awarded a $100 grant from Montana Farmers Union! Grant funds will help us with our goal of contributing to the Angel Tree Foundation, providing holiday gifts for under-privileged children in our community. Montana Farmers Union supports family farms, ranches, and rural communities like ours. By contributing to our 4-H project, MFU...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chinook to Celebrate National FFA Week]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Although most FFA Chapters across the country observe National FFA Week during the last week of February, the Chinook FFA usually waits until May to implement their activities. This year, FFA Week in Chinook will be May 4-7. As explained by FFA Advisor Mitzi Cecrle, this change is mainly due to inclement weather conditions typical for February and the time of season. &quot;It has been written in...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Two Win Proficiency Awards at State FFA]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[While attending the State FFA Convention in early April, the Chinook Chapter of the FFA learned that two of their members had joined the ranks of proficiency award winners. A senior at Chinook High School, Falyn Cecrle earned a gold proficiency in beef production, and sophomore Bryce Elliot won a silver in forage production. These awards provide recognition to members who are exploring and...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chinook Students Win Art Awards at Seed Show]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[During Meadowlark Elementary School&apos;s March Awards Assembly, in addition to their regularly scheduled monthly honors, Seed Show art winners were announced and presented with their prizes. Elementary Music and Art Teacher, Mrs. Amy Spence delivered some student art work to the Seed Show, and those who earned ribbons received them during the assembly on March 26. Kindergarteners receiving...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Havre's Spring Community Cleanup Week a Success]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Havre&apos;s Spring Community Cleanup Week was more than just cleaning streets, parks, or public spaces. It was about showing up for one another and for the place we all call home. Every individual, family, group, business, and organization that joined in, all played a part in something meaningful. The work accomplished was visible, but the deeper impact was felt in the connections made and the...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Havre About Town]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Friday, May 1, 2026 • Wine &amp; Microbrew Gala – Held from 6 to 9 PM at the Best Western Plus Havre Inn &amp; Suites. This PEO scholarship fundraiser includes tastings, appetizers, desserts, and a cash prize drawing (need not be present). Beverages provided by Murphy’s Pub. • MSU Northern Founders Excellence Celebration – Taking place in the SUB Ballroom, with a 5:30 PM cocktail hour and dinner a...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Havre Social Security Office Closed Until Further Notice]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[People in the Havre area with questions about or who need help with Social Security will have to use the telephone or internet for now, as the Havre Social Security office is closed. A sign on the door to the building that houses the office at 123 Fifth Ave. says the office is “Temporarily closed until further notice.” “The field office closures listed on the Social Security website are not perman...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Joey Roland Wendland]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Joey Roland Wendland, age 21, passed away unexpectedly on April 18, 2026, leaving behind a family and community who loved him deeply. He was born on November 18, 2004, to Blaze and Jennifer Wendland, the youngest of four. From the very beginning, Joey brought energy, laughter, and a strong spirit into the lives of those around him, always doing something that made you shake your head and smile...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Marsha Lee Harding]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[In honor of Marsha Lee Harding, we are informing her neighbors, friends, and family of her sudden passing. Marsha was at the early age of 71 when she reunited with her husband, George Harding. Marsha was born on June 22, 1954 and passed on April 19, 2026. Marsha was ready to meet her Lord and Savior. Marsha is the daughter of Betty Jane Shuck. Survivors include Angellina Dawn Duncan, Jeffery...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Roxanne Arleen Knudson]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Roxanne Arleen Knudson, or Punky as she was affectionately known, 50, passed away after a short, intense battle with stomach cancer on Monday, April 20, 2026, with her family surrounding her. Cremation has taken place, and a funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church with Monsignor Daniel Wathen officiating. Punky&apos;s family has...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Terril Westgard]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Terril Westgard, 66, the eldest daughter of Bernie and Donna Golie, passed away peacefully at her home in Columbia Falls, Montana, on April 22, 2026, surrounded by the people she loved. Born on December 5, 1959, in Havre, Montana, Terril was raised in Hill County, where her story began, one marked by resilience, humor, and a spirit that left a lasting impression on everyone she met. It was there...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Pastors Corner: The sheep follow him]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[I used to teach English to Korean kindergarteners in Seoul, South Korea. This was an immersive program, so the kids were only supposed to hear English during the day, which made it ok that I couldn’t speak Korean. But at the start of the school year, the kids couldn’t speak or understand any English, either. This became a problem when it was lunchtime, and seven different classes all came together...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Hello God, Its me Mara]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[You know, Lord, recently, having just read Psalms 16:11, “You show me the path of life. In your presence there is fullness of joy”; we were reminded of that verse when we went in a ‘Fast Food Place’ where the gal at the counter saw a couple come in the door, behind us; she smiled and said, “Hi Joy – what are you having today, the same as last week?” They then spoke so quietly, no other words were...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Living the Unscheduled Life]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[&quot;Sondrita, how&apos;s your wonderful retired life?&quot; That&apos;s a regular question from our rancho-helper-with-garden-and-more. It is a good reminder that life is full of wonderfulness. I like the wonder of my life, as in &quot;I wonder what today might bring me.&quot; Not all gifts from Day come gift-wrapped with ribbons but all gifts bring an element of wonder. Take yesterday, for...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[For The Record]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[Havre Police Department Friday, April 17, 2026 Officers investigated a report from McKinley Avenue at 3:47 p.m. of the theft of a blue, white and black teen Ambush bike. – Zane Easton Akune of Havre,18, was issued a summons on charges of careless driving, failure to give notice of an accident and failure to stop and remain at the scene of an accident by officers investigating a report of a hits-an...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Reminder: Elk Hunting Access Agreement Application Deadline is May 1]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[HELENA – Landowners have until May 1 to apply for Montana Fish, Wildlife &amp; Parks’ Elk Hunting Access Agreement (EHA) Program. EHA agreements, which were established by the 2001 Legislature, provide landowners with an elk license (including elk B), an either-sex permit or combination of the two in exchange for allowing free public hunting access for elk management purposes. The licenses/permits...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Blue Ponies set to host Havre Lions Invite Saturday]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[After a short break, the Havre High track and field teams return to action this weekend, and it will be on the Ponies&apos; home turf. On Saturday, Havre will host the Havre Lions Invite, the Ponies; big home meet for the 2026 season. Many local teams are set to compete in Havre, including the Class B Chinook Sugarebeeters, Harlem Wildcats and Fort Benton Longhorns. Cut Bank, Conrad, Shelby,...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Havre softball falls twice on Eastern A road trip]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[The Havre High softball team had another tough Eastern A road trip this past weekend. It started with the Blue Ponies falling at Miles City, 18-3 last Friday. The Blue Ponies got on the board in the top of the first inning after Riely Doney singled to right field, Kenzi Harwood doubled to right field, and Gracie Kuszmaul singled to right field, each scoring one run. The Cowgirls tied the game in...]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Skylights shine at MCC Rodeo]]></title>
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<description><![CDATA[With just two weeks left in the Big Sky Region Spring rodeo season, the Montana State University-Northern Skylights are really shining. And they did again last weekend in Miles City. The Northern women finished second at the MCC Rodeo with 435 points. The Northern men finished fourth overall. Cayda Dodginghorse finished third in the barrel racing and Brooklin Baykal was fifth for the Skylights....]]></description>
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