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Since its formation this past April, the Harlem Improvement Committee (HIC) has been moving forward with some measure of success. Chair of the HIC, Darwin Zellmer shares an update. “So far, we have succeeded in pushing the City of Harlem to encourage owners to take better care of their property. The rotting grain piles got cleared out, and community decay has also improved somewhat but needs a lot more attention. Although the dogs running at large is a continuing problem, some progress has been made on that front, as well. “Even though we...
The Montana Constitution Roadshow will make a stop in Chinook on August 24. Presented by Upper Seven Law, event organizers invite area residents to join them at the Blaine County Library from 4:00-5:00 p.m., for what is being described as “an engaging discussion about one of Montana’s greatest achievements—our Constitution.” Entitled “The Montana Constitution: A Shared Heritage,” this event is designed to welcome history buffs, curious learners, or individuals who are simply interested in what makes Montana unique. Upper Seven staff promise tha...
In his eighth year as a member of the North Chinook Boosters 4-H Club, Beau Elias works a regular schedule with his steer Moose. An animal from Elias Ranch, Moose is a Black Baldy, which is a cross between a Hereford cow and an Angus bull in this case. Beau's Market Steer Project began with weaning on October 25 last fall, although official weigh-ins for the project were conducted on January 4. The project requires daily care, health checks, feeding, and other management. This management not onl...
Tonight, August 5 at 6:00 p.m., the Montana Actors Theatre (MAT) will hold pre-season auditions in the MSUN/MAT Theatre on the campus of MSU–Northern. The play for which the auditions will be conducted is No Sex Please, We’re British. The show is a farce in two acts by Alistair Foot and Anthony Marriott with performance dates planned for October 9–10, 16–17, and 23–24. Directed by Michael R. Stevenson, No Sex Please, We’re British will serve as entertainment for Havre’s Dinner Theatre. Potential actors and actresses can audition for the follo...
Big Flat Community Grain Bin is the recipient of a $65,000 grant from AgWest. Thank you AgWest for your generosity! And a huge thank you to Shawna Billmayer who serves on the AgWest board for all your assistance in obtaining these funds! We are one step closer to our community center! Every dollar donated makes an impact on our project....
A blood drive was held in Chinook on July 21, 2026, with 31 donors stepping forward to help meet the ongoing need for lifesaving blood. Volunteers Roxanne Townsend and Linda Thompson staffed the reception table and helped ensure the event ran smoothly. Door prize winners included Lyndsay Hutton, Deb Munari, and Keri Hanson. Presbyterian Lion Lutheran Ladies provided drinks and snacks. Sandi Miller, Ardis Conrad, Daniel Conrad, Vicki Wilkins, Diana Martin, Carolina Hofeldt, Julie Finley. Organizers also encourage increased participation from...
The 2026 Big Flat Fun Day & Car Show was another successful community celebration, featuring new attractions, record participation, and plenty of community spirit throughout the day. This year's car show drew 112 entries, the highest total in the event's history. People's Choice Award winners included Loren Skoyen with a 2014 GT Mustang, Marty Jappe with a 1956 Bel Air, Shane Kimmel with a 1966 Ford pickup, Dale Cornell with a 2005 Harley, and Leo Bretzke with a 1941 Chevy. The Long Distance...
Blaine County residents packed the Blaine County Library’s meeting room at 7:00 p.m. on July 22. The meeting’s purpose was to host a public hearing by the Blaine County Commissioners (Commission) as the Blaine County Historical Foundation (BCHF) presented their proposal to acquire the Blaine/Wells Fargo Bank Building and then to donate it to the Blaine County Museum for use as its new facility. Wednesday’s meeting proved to be informative but fraught with dilemmas. BCHF’s President Bonnie Ortner shared a sixteen–slide presentation to enlighten...
USDA Blaine County Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds agricultural producers of the following FSA dates and deadlines. Contact your local FSA office for assistance. Visit online at farmers.gov and fsa.usda.gov/mt. Aug. 3, 2026: Deadline to request a farm reconstitution or farm transfer for 2026. Aug. 7, 2026: Assistance for Specialty Crops Farmers (ASCF) program enrollment period closes. Aug. 12, 2026: Deadline to apply for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) Stage 1 and Stage 2. Aug. 31, 2026: Deadline to review and consider base a...
The Chinook Rod and Gun Club (CR&GC) recently received official notice that they have been awarded a $28,447 Shooting Range Grant from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). CR&GC spokesperson Joe Kennedy-Zarn explained the program and how the matching funds grant might be used. Since 1989, FWP has administered the Montana Shooting Range Grant Program with funds appropriated by the Legislature authorizing the agency to award successful applicants. The program provides partial funding to shooting clubs, private organizations, local...
SPOKANE, Washington (July 16, 2026) – Guided by its Local Advisory Committee (LAC) members, AgWest Farm Credit is proud to award $3,029,821 to 48 organizations in communities throughout the West. As a cooperative, AgWest’s purpose is to champion agriculture by serving as the most trusted resource, helping its customers, employees and communities thrive. In pursuit of this purpose, AgWest developed a unique stewardship program dedicated to helping rural communities. The program is guided by members of the LAC, a group of approximately 270 cus...
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...
Kids Rodeo August 2, 2026 | 10:00 am •••••••Monday, August 3••••••• 10:00 am 4-H Dog Show - Little Arena 12:00 pm 4-H Cat Show - Outdoor Show/Sale Arena •••••••Tuesday, August 4••••••• 10:00 am 4-H & FFA Horse Show at the George Ortner Arena 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Concession Wagon Open - 4-H Horse Show •••••••Wednesday, August 5••••••• 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Livestock check-in to barns 9:00 am 4-H Rabbit Show - Outdoor Show/Sale Arena 11:00 am - 4:00 pm 4-H Poultry Show - Outdoor Show/Sale Arena 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm 4-H Chuckwagon open 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm...
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...
Scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 18, the Sixth Annual Big Flat Fun Day hopes to rival last year's festival when over 100 vehicles lined Main Street in Turner. In addition to the car show, the event will offer food, games, water slides, a silent auction, music, and a co-ed double elimination softball tournament. A new activity this year, a trap shoot is also in the planning stages. The day will begin with a free-will donation pancake breakfast from 7:00-10:00 a.m. hosted by the...
Summer is a time for vacations, but it is also one of the most challenging times of the year for maintaining the nation’s blood supply. According to the American Red Cross, blood donations often decline during the summer months as regular donors travel and school-based blood drives pause. At the same time, the need for blood remains constant due to accidents, trauma cases and other medical emergencies. To help meet that need, the American Red Cross will host a community blood drive on Tuesday, July 21, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Community C...
The 2nd Annual Music Festival, "That Guy in the Hat" will take place on Main Street in Harlem on July 25. A tribute to the late Alex Billmayer, the festival will feature live music by four different bands. The celebration opens when the street closes at 2:00 p.m. and runs until 10:00 p.m. on Saturday. Vendors will begin setting up for the event at 1:00 on Saturday afternoon, with a food court slated to open at 2:00 p.m. The Wet Weather Band will be the first to take the stage at approximately...
Earlier this month, when Triangle Communications announced the winners of their 2026 4-H Beef Grants, Chinook Rod and Gun Club and the HELP Committee affiliated with the Boys & Girls Club on the Hi-Line found themselves among the recipients. The 4-H Beef Grants are part of a program designed to support non-profit organizations within the Triangle Communications' service area. Each year Triangle Communications purchases 4-H livestock at local fairs. With these purchases, the cooperative provides...
Triangle Communications subscribers are invited to peruse the thirty nine photo contest entries and officially cast their vote for this year’s photo contest winner. First Round Voting is open now through August 1. Anyone who hasn’t yet voted via Facebook or online at www.itstriangle.com/photocontest is asked to check out all the photos labeled anonymously and then complete a quick online form to submit their picks. The top twenty photos will move on to Second Round Voting in September, with final selections due by September 30. From there, the...
Formerly the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), AARP announced on June 24 that fourteen organizations throughout Montana will receive 2026 Community Challenge grants. Among those communities is Wasay Wakpa Wachi (Lodge Pole). According to an AARP press release, the funds are part of the organization’s Community Challenge grant program, which supports “quick-action projects aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, with a focus on the needs of adults age 50 or older.” Since its debut in 2017, the AARP Communit...
The Chinook Chamber of Commerce hosted a memorable Fourth of July celebration this year, bringing the community together to commemorate America's 250th birthday. The celebration featured something for all ages, including food, a reading of the Declaration of Independence, a ceremony honoring local veterans, and a variety of games for both children and adults. Activities included three-legged races, tug-of-war, bingo, and cornhole. The evening concluded with an impressive fireworks display that...
The Blaine County Museum Board invites the public to participate in a discussion regarding the proposed reuse of the Wells Fargo building as a site for the Blaine County Museum (BCM). Board Member Duane Klindworth secured an agreement to schedule a special meeting on July 13 at 1:30 p.m. in advance of the Blaine County Commissioners hearing on the matter on July 22. Monday's meeting, which is open to the public, will be held in the museum's meeting room. For those unaware of the BCM's...
At their June 15 meeting, the Blaine County Museum Board discussed numerous agenda items. Among those particulars, the Board filled two board vacancies. From the applicant pool, the Blaine County Commissioners reappointed current board member Greg Jergeson and also selected Sharmon (Miller) Moxley to serve. The term for these two members will run until June 30, 2029. In her application, Moxley wrote: “As a life-long resident of Chinook and Blaine County and the daughter of a third generation farmer/rancher, I have a strong admiration and p...
