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There's always a reason to celebrate or someone who deserves an accolade, and in that spirit, Harlem Elementary has chosen several students to honor as models of the ROAR guidelines. In addition, two honorable employees: Counselors, Ms. Melody Sand and Ms. Ruth Stephenson were selected as Employees of the Month for March. For the week ending April 16, the students recognized for their behavior as the in-school ROARing students were first grader Meela Hawley, fourth grader D'Sean Cochran, and...
Martin's Grocery in Hays, Montana has played a huge roll in providing goods and services to the local communities of Hays and Lodge Pole, but its impact has been felt for miles away as well. Martin's Grocery first opened back in 1989 when Margaret and Harold Martin welcomed their first customers into the store. Harold was looking to retire from the construction business and could always be found lending a hand all around the region. Helping at the church, repairing roads anywhere help was needed...
If community members haven’t already encountered fliers announcing the Chinook Farmer and Flea Market, they will soon be seeing them posted around town as well as some signage at the Blaine County Fairground’s entrance. The Market is on schedule to open May 8 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. With spaces still available for vendors, event organizers encourage interested individuals to apply. Applications will be accepted up to the day of the Market, providing that space remains available. Each vendor-space is approximately 20 feet by 20 feet, and...
Blaine County once again has a second Extension Agent. Although March 15 marked Trent Noel's first day on the job in his new role, he is not an unfamiliar face on the Blaine County team. When he came on board after graduating from college in 2018, he served as a Maintenance Assistant in the custodial department under supervisor Brett Zarn, maintaining the Blaine County Courthouse, Blaine County Library, and Blaine County Museum. Now that he has hung up his maintenance tools, Noel will...
As Montanans look to enjoy the outdoors this spring and summer, state and local public health officials urge everyone to follow a few simple steps to prevent tick bites and related illnesses: Limit exposure to ticks, use insect repellent, and inspect yourself, gear, and pets for ticks. Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials say each tick season is unpredictable. However, each year thousands of people in the U.S. are bitten by ticks and become infected with a tick-borne illness. DPHHS communicable disease...
On Thursday evening, April 22, Lloyd Sweet Auditorium served as the venue for an induction ceremony of Chinook High School's Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS). During the ceremony, one junior-Anna Morrow-and seven sophomores: Flint Annis, Torin Cecrle, Morgan Friede, Lexi Pitkanen, Tyler Schoen, Bree Swanson, and Anna Terry pledged to uphold the principles of the honorary organization. To qualify for membership, those eight students had to distinguish themselves in four areas, which...
BOZEMAN — Montana State University Extension will soon offer a program to help rural Montana residents gain skills needed to work from home as a remote employee, freelancer or entrepreneur. “This educational program will help people living in rural communities gain the skills needed to access high-paying jobs and larger markets for their business while remaining in their rural communities,” said Cody Stone, MSU Extension executive director. “This program has the potential to strengthen the economic well-being of individuals, families and com...
Freedom was at the forefront this week in Helena. This week at the legislature, we made significant progress in ensuring freedom and protecting liberty for Montanans all across the state. House Bill 702 prohibits discrimination against all Montanans based on their vaccination status. That means employers may not punish or fire employees for personal medical decisions, nor can they require employees to get a Covid vaccination. However, employees must understand. The policy manual of the employer. This bill is not an attack on vaccines. The...
This past Thursday, our planet celebrated its very own holiday. Perhaps the most widely observed secular holiday across the globe, Earth Day takes place each year on April 22. According to the Earth Day Initiative, a New York City-based non-profit group, Earth Day is an event "celebrated around the world when people take time to appreciate humankind's connection to the Earth and to raise awareness of our environmental challenges." As green whispers its way back into North Central Montana with...
FSA Direct Loans FSA offers direct farm ownership and direct farm operating Loans to producers who want to establish, maintain or strengthen their farm or ranch. FSA loan officers process, approve and service direct loans. Direct farm operating loans can be used to purchase livestock and feed, farm equipment, fuel, farm chemicals, insurance and other costs including family living expenses. Operating loans can also be used to finance minor improvements or repairs to buildings and to refinance some farm-related debts, excluding real estate....
HELENA – Lt. Governor Kristen Juras, Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Adam Meier, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana (BCBSMT) Vice President of External Affairs John Doran were joined by various organization representatives Tuesday, April 6 for a Pinwheels for Prevention event at the Capitol. Over 1,000 bright blue pinwheels were placed in the ground and spun in the wind for the month as part of Strengthening Families Month Activities in April. The Montana Children’s Trust Fund (MTCTF) also accepted a $10...
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today signed two bills to help address the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons (MMIP) in Montana. “Montana faces a tragic trend of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons, and we must bring all resources to bear in state and tribal government as well as law enforcement to end it,” Gov. Gianforte said. “These new laws equip the state with the tools needed to track data, raise awareness, and strengthen interagency collaboration to protect Montana’s indigenous persons. I’m grateful to Represen...
MISSOULA, Mont. – At the construction site for SCHEELS, Governor Greg Gianforte today signed into law the Montana Trades Education Credit (M-TEC) to expand trades education in the state. “Many jobs require specialized skills, and M-TEC ensures that Montanans have access to the training and education they need to acquire and refine those skills,” Gov. Gianforte said. “This bill strengthens our workforce, ensuring Montana workers are well-equipped to succeed, thrive, and achieve the American dream.” A signature element of Gov. Gianforte...
During the last year, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks offered hunter and bowhunter education classes online due to COVID concerns. Since last spring, more than 17,000 Montanans completed the online courses, which is nearly double the number of students in a typical year. “The biggest increase we saw was among adult bowhunter education students,” said FWP outdoor skills and safety supervisor Wayde Cooperider. “It seems the online courses were popular with our students.” Because of the popularity of the online classes and to meet customer expecta...
After much needed moisture, the Big Flat received a bit in the form of wet snow this past week. As of this Sunday, another spring storm came through dropping a bit more. One would say April showers make good grain, but most farmers and ranchers in the area are saying, "We'll take whatever we can get, in whatever form we can get!" At school, the younger kiddos were happy to have one last fling with the snow, and make some snowmen and run and play in it. They will be happy to get back to school...
The Blaine County Wildlife Museum Board invites area residents to save the date of Saturday, May 15 and plan to participate in the Wildlife Museum's annual dinner from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. The annual banquet and auction held every spring is the most significant fundraising event for the museum. This year's dinner will be a take-out only affair that includes beef brisket, salads, and a dessert. For the ticket price, purchasers will not only receive the meal but will also gain admission into the museu...
The Harlem FFA is in the midst of a five week trap shoot series to generate funds for travel expenses. All trips have been made for the current school year so the proceeds will be used for the 2021-22 school year. Some of the money generated will be used for awards to be given out during the final shoot of the season on May 14. The Harlem FFA Chapter is under the direction of Harlem High School Ag Teacher Lisa Hamilton. There are currently 12 active members. Andrew Rasmussen is the President, Za...
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted 988 as a new three-digit number to be used nationwide to reach the National Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Lifeline, starting July 16, 2022. Until then, customers must continue to dial 1-800-273-TALK to reach the Lifeline. For 988 to work properly in our area code, and in several other area codes and states around the country, 10-digit local dialing needs to be implemented. What is Changing? All telephone customers may begin dialing 10 digits (area code + telephone number)...
Anyone interest in running for a City Office in the September 14th Primary Election can file a Declaration of Nomination form at the Blaine County Clerk & Recorder’s Office beginning Thursday, April 22, 2021. The Declaration of Nomination form will be accepted through Monday, June 21, 2021. The City offices that are up for elections are as follows: CITY OF CHINOOK Mayor- 4 year term Council person West Ward-4 year term Council person East Ward-4 year term CITY OF HARLEM Mayor—4 year term Council person West Ward—4 year term Council perso...
3th Grade Izayah Abayomi Ethan Bell Haley Bell Jade Cecrle Brittney Cox Benton Elliot Reese Elliot Anna Getten Daman Hannum Virginia Hauer Crystal Hofer Delaney Kellam Gavin Lemro Ethan MacLeod Jayden Miller Garrett Pruttis Allyssa Schoen Rebecca Stroh Lily Surber Austin Swanson Grace Ymzon 11th Grade Shyla Benzing Drake Berreth Liam Edwards Braden Eoff Shay Hauer Halle Mitchell Anna Morrow Toby Niederegger Allison Powell Kinley Roberts Hamilton Gracie Warburton 10th Grade Flint Annis Torin Cecrle Belle Elliot Morgan Friede Sasha Gallus Sarah...
In an effort to keep the community informed about progress with their improvement projects, the Friends of the Pool and Park Foundation is publishing a quarterly newsletter. The first issue circulated during the second week of April. Dedicated to the preservation and development of the Ensign Sweet Memorial Park and the Chinook City Pool, the Foundation is actively working towards the betterment of those two facilities. According to Foundation President Heather DePriest, "Whether you lived in...
WALKING DOWN MEDIEVAL TIMES... The fifth and sixth grade students of Mrs. Elissa Zellmer recently studied Medieval History and as a fun hands on project, the students were asked to construct a castle from that era. The entire school was fascinated by the quality and the thought process that went into each project. The castles were on display in the school cafeteria a short time ago. Mrs. Zellmer concluded, "The students worked very hard to add details to their projects. Each one was unique and...
On Montana Day, April 6 (4-06), Chinook School District's Librarian, Mrs. Kelsey Harry announced the names of the thirty-one lucky Meadowlark Elementary School readers who won books during March, which was designated National Reading Month. In addition, the top Accelerated Readers (AR) were presented with Kindle awards. For every day of the month during a March celebration, which Harry dubbed "31 Days of Books," a lucky reader won a free book. Harry wanted those prizes to be available to...
Indian Health Service's (IHS) national director, and other regional IHS officials, visited Fort Belknap Indian Community last week. IHS Acting Director Elizabeth Fowler described her visit as a celebration of the roll-out and success of the vaccination efforts to stem the spread of COVID-19 at Fort Belknap. Per Fowler, Fort Belknap's health authorities have the best record in the Billings IHS service area for percentage of vaccinations administered. Camille Stein, Fort Belknap's Public...
Amanda Hansen and her family moved to the Hi-Line in 2000 when they began to operate Hansen Family Campground and Storage between Chinook and Havre. In February of this year, Hansen started a YouTube channel called Mandy's Adventures. On this video log (vlog), she takes people on tours of area attractions. In Blaine County so far, she has featured the Blaine County Museum, Bear Paw Battlefield, and PAWS Animal Shelter in Chinook. The term vlog is used by those who post scheduled updates via...
