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Long time Chinook resident Bob Sharples was recognized recently for his 50 years of membership in and service to the Chinook American Legion Post #48. In a recent interview Sharples shared how he came to be a member of the post and his role, for several years, as the post's commander. A large part of the story is about a family tradition providing support to veterans of the armed services. The American Legion was chartered by the U.S. Congress in 1919 The American Legion was started by...
Hi-Line Maker’s Market will be a new option for shoppers on the Hi-Line in May. The old second-hand store at 225 Indiana Street in Chinook, just below The Elk’s bar sign, will be open all five weekends in May on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Opening date is May 1, 2025. The market is the brain child of Colleen Overcast who was inspired to organize this pop-up vendor store after realizing that there is a need on the Hi-Line for such a venue. “Many talented people in our area get joy from creating special items....
As spring breathes new life into the Hi-Line, the towns of Chinook and Turner are buzzing with events that showcase creativity, connection, and community pride. Whether you’re savoring the arts, supporting local students, or celebrating the women who make our world brighter—there’s something for everyone in the coming weeks. In Turner, the community is invited to a special evening celebrating student creativity at the Turner Night of the Arts on Thursday, May 1. Held at Turner Public School, located at 190 First Street East, this event will...
Chinook High School celebrated its 2025 Prom on March 29 at the Chinook High School Gym. The event began at 7:00 p.m., with the theme "A Night of Fun in Vegas" creating an exciting and glamorous atmosphere for all attendees. This year's Prom Court included Ashlyn Holfeldt, Falyn Cecrle, Kirbey Hofeldt, Tayla Richman, Mara Edwards, Bailey Billmayer, Maddison Dunkin, Carter Rayburn, Carson Kelly, Owen Davies, Ayden Alisch, Richard Engstrom, Wyatt Matteson, and Zeke Sanders. At the end of a...
Hello Harlem! I hope everyone had a happy holiday. Easter, Pascha and Passover all took place this month. What a great time to meet with family, enjoy religious services, and watch the kids as they find their baskets from the Easter bunny. Easter is also a time to celebrate spring and the return of life on the Hi-line. The grass is turning green, the trees are budding and the birds are chirping away. What a pleasant time of year. Nature is showing off for us. Harlem Clean-Up Day, sponsored by the Harlem Civic Association, will be held Tuesday,...
Today, April 23, the Friends of the Library Executive Board will meet at 5:15 P.M. in the library meeting room. There will be no After School Squad today. The Book Challenge for April is to read a book with an article of clothing in the title. When you complete the challenge, please notify the library to have your name entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. The May Book Challenge is to read a book with flower on the cover. The library board of trustees will hold their monthly meeting April 30 at 4:30 P.M. The library will be...
The Blaine County Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting Monday April 28th at 4:30 p.m. Thank you to everyone who stopped during National Library Week! Kadie Dahl won the adult door prize, and Alizay Ferguson won the youth door prize. We have 3 non-fiction books ready for checkout this week. “Autism Out Loud” by Kate Swenson, Carrie Cariello, and Adrian Wood details life with a child on the spectrum, from diagnosis to young adulthood. These three mothers share their experiences and learnings about life alongside aut...
The latest Colleen Coble novel is “Ambush.” Paradise Alden has distrust in men, in God, and maybe in herself. Her parents were murdered when she was a child and she suffered abuse in the foster care system. Then she was betrayed by her first love and attacked by a jaguar. Fifteen years after leaving her hometown she has returned to try and find her life again as a veterinarian at The Sanctuary, a wildlife refuge. But soon a series of deadly events threaten her future. “Broken Country” is by Clare Leslie Hall. Beth and her husband, Frank,...
Join us for the Opening Night Reception of the 2025 Student Art Show in the Vande Bogart Library at 6 PM. In addition to MSUN Student work, this show will feature work from several high school located on the Hi-Line. Including Havre High, Box Elder High and Chinook High. This event is open to all! Good and refreshments will be served. The MSUN Student Art show will be on display April 14-25....
Angry Eyes You’re so right for each other, why can’t you get along? Designed to be together, yet you do each other wrong. Let go of your pride, it’s been tearing you apart! You should step up the forgiveness or you’ll both have broken hearts! Look at what you’re doing— is it worth the fight? Don’t use your words as weapons unless the reason’s right. Open up your eyes. Find the reason for the pain. Face it, embrace it, name it so it’s plain. Forget about what’s useless— don’t even waste your breath. Silent treatment, angry eyes, will drag l...
The April Book Challenge is to read a book with an article of clothing in the title. Please notify the library when you have completed the challenge to be entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. There will be no After School Squad meeting today, April 9. Lego Club will meet Thursday, April 10 at 4 P.M. The new Book Club selection “The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave may be picked up this week. The first discussion will be held Monday, April 14 at 4 P.M. The Friends of the Library Executive Board will meet Wednesday, Apr...
Celebrate National Library Week at Blaine County Library April 6–12, 2025 What draws people to the library? Everything! From books and digital resources to job assistance and creative programming, libraries are essential to thriving communities. National Library Week, April 6–12, 2025, is a time to celebrate the many ways libraries bring people together, spark imagination, and support lifelong learning. At Blaine County Library, we invite the community to join the celebration! Whether you’re a longtime patron or haven’t visited in a while,...
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...
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...
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...
On Monday, March 17, the students at Turner Public School boarded busses bound for Dodson. The purpose of their travel was to join students in that neighboring town for Backtrack Vocals, the final installment of the Northeastern Arts Network (NEAN) performances. A vocal band from New York City, Backtrack Vocals is a five-person professional a cappella singing group that transforms familiar songs with all-new vocal and beatbox arrangements. Their versatile repertoire spans Motown, classical,...
The library is closed this week through March 28 for staff training. If you have completed the March Book Challenge, be sure to contact the library to have your name entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. The April Book Challenge is to read a book with an article of clothing in the title. Weekly programs include Storytime for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers on Tuesdays at 10:00 A.M.; After School Squad for elementary students on Wednesdays at 4:00 P.M. and Lego Club for all ages on Thursdays at 4 P.M. The Book...
Due to staff training, the library will have slightly shortened hours today through Friday. We will be open 12:00-6:00 today, 12:00-6:00 Thursday, and 12:00-4:00 Friday. The Blaine County Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly board meeting Monday March 31st at 4:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. We have a variety of new books ready for check out this week. If you like thrillers, we have several ready to go. In “Blood Moon” by Sandra Brown, an unruly detective and an ambitious TV show producer work against the clock to...
The Harlem Library board will hold their regular monthly meeting today, March 19, at 4:30 P.M. in the library meeting room. During the month of March be sure to stop by and “Buy a Bag O’Books.” You may purchase 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, or a book with a green cover. The library will be closed from noon on March 25 through March 28 so the staff may attend the state library conference. We have free notary services avai...
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...
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...
Following several MIWW District contests held in October 2024, the Montana Make It With Wool state contest was held on December 6-7, 2024 at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center in Billings, Montana, in conjunction with the 141st Annual Montana Woolgrowers Convention. There were 6 sewists competing in three categories at this year's State contest - Junior, Senior, and Adult. The Junior category for those ages 13 to 16 as of January 1st of the contest year had one very worthy contestant in...
Pitter-Patter By: Mary McKenzie Pitter-patter mousey feet, running through the halls, where I cannot see them in the ceiling and the walls. What sets you off a ‘running so I hear your tiny feet? Are you scampering from danger, or protecting tasty treats? When I’m sitting somewhere quiet I can hear you rather loudly— like a furry locomotive passing through the township proudly! Where is Mrs. Kitty Cat? She’s sleeping on my bed, dreaming all her cozy thoughts, while mice run ‘bove my head! Pitter-patter mousey feet, running through the halls, wh...
During the month of March be sure to stop by to take advantage of the “Buy a Bag O’Books!” sale. Choose from the used books in the Reading Room and fill a grocery sack for only one dollar. The Book Challenge for March is to read a book with the words “Luck” or “Lucky” in the title. When you complete the challenge your name will be entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. The Book Club, a book discussion group for adults, meets on Mondays at 4 P.M. The new selection “God of the Woods” by Liz Moore may be picked up the week of Ma...
The final Blaine County Book Club meeting for the winter was held Tuesday February 25th. We had a small group, but a great discussion about the book, “The Flood Girls” by Richard Fifield. The Blaine County Museum and the Blaine County Library look forward to collaborating to present this program again in October. If you participated, it would be helpful if you could fill out a short survey, which you can get at the museum or the library for the final report to the Humanities Montana. A grant from the Humanities enabled us to bring the book clu...
