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Both the Turner and North Harlem Hutterite Colonies will soon be in the egg production business. After realizing that diversification was necessary to remain viable in the agricultural markets, Colony officials studied their options and hatched a plan. Although egg production on a small scale is one of the oldest animal farming enterprises in recorded history—according to the Pennsylvania State University’s Extension Service—the two new facilities in Blaine County will not be small scale. The Turner Colony operation, which plans to be up and r...
Mrs. Kelsey Harry, Librarian for Chinook schools, announced recently that with the return to classes in 2026, the Meadowlark Elementary Library will begin its Mock Caldecott unit. According to Harry, the activity is something both she and the students look forward to every year. The Caldecott Medal is an award named in honor of nineteenth-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott who was known for his colorful and lively children's book illustrations. Awarded annually by the Association...
Law enforcement is requesting the public's assistance in solving an arson case that occurred on the 400 block of Ohio Street at approximately 2:24 a.m. on December 25, 2025. The suspect was dressed in dark clothing, possibly wearing a backpack, and fled toward Main Street (Indiana Street). The suspect may have sustained burns to the face, arms, or upper body. Local business owners in the area are asked to review any security camera footage they may have. The Chinook Masonic Lodge is offering a...
On December 16, the Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) announced its 2026 Board of Directors. Composed of thirteen members, including two directors from each district and three elected officers, the board represents ranching families from across Montana. One of the two North Central District Directors is Kevin Elias from Chinook. MSGA directors volunteer their time and travel across the state to participate in meetings, where they provide leadership and ensure the interests of ranchers are...
From 5:30 p.m. until approximately midnight on December 20, the Chinook Rod and Gun Club held its Annual Winter Solstice Block Party on Chinook's main street. One event organizer, Joe Kennedy-Zarn reported that all went well. "The Block Party is really just an excuse to get out and say hi to your neighbor. This time of the year the weather isn't always conducive to extended stays outdoors, so many people just came for a hot drink, a bowl of soup, and a visit with Santa. We also like to give...
Just past the stroke of midnight in New York’s Times Square, the celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday, which officially began on Memorial Day 2025, continued. Following the traditional midnight countdown and the iconic Times Square Ball Drop, another momentous event occurred. The Times Square Ball was relit in a red, white, and blue America250 design and rose above the illuminated numerals 2026. The moment included a video “America Turns 250,” a release of 2,000 pounds of red, white, and blue confetti, and a festive firewor...
KALISPELL - The spirit of conservation and community runs deep in Montana, and a great example of this is Montana’s Hunters Against Hunger program. This partnership between Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and the Montana Food Bank Network (MFBN) transforms the bounty of a successful hunt into high-quality protein for Montana families facing food insecurity. For more than a decade since its inception in 2014, the Hunters Against Hunger program has been a shining example of how hunters, both local residents and nonresidents, are actively c...
HELENA — Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks recently concluded its general season sampling effort for chronic wasting disease (CWD), marking one of the most productive monitoring periods to date. This achievement was made possible through the direct participation of hunters across the state. A message of thanks to our hunting community FWP wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the thousands of hunters who brought their harvests to check stations or submitted samples this fall. We recognize that your time in the field is valuable, and taking t...
Something about a new year hints at possibility. The notion of fresh starts and clean slates inspires us to make intentional changes in our lives. New Year’s resolutions are also a chance to reflect on past achievements and challenges, identify areas for growth, and establish clear goals for personal and professional development. According to information gathered by Talker Research/Talkspace, 2025 was a year most Americans would like to forget, perhaps because of political and economic strife. However, the widespread dissatisfaction with 2...
On Sunday, December 21, 8:03 a.m. the Winter Solstice officially began. That time and date mark the shortest day and longest night of the year. For all creatures inhabiting Earth, the length of daylight is fundamental to life. After all, the sun is our ultimate source of light and warmth. The psychologically effect of this event is that starting on December 22, 2025, we stopped losing daily sunlight, a loss which has been progressing since June 20. Finally, daylight will begin to increase. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, during the wee...
Press Release Northern Montana Hospital The Northern Montana Health Care Foundation is proud to announce a $42,000 donation from the Havre Women's Golf Association's "Golfing for a Cure" Tournament to benefit the Northern Montana Sletten Cancer Center. Held this past June, the annual Golfing for a Cure event brings together golfers, local businesses, and community members to raise funds for cancer care across the Hi-Line. In a joint statement, tournament co-chairs Shari Baltrusch and Shelbi...
January is recognized by the American Red Cross as National Blood Donor Month, a time set aside to honor the lifesaving impact of blood and platelet donors and to encourage new and returning donors to give during one of the most challenging seasons for maintaining a stable blood supply. Winter months often bring severe weather, packed holiday schedules, and an increase in seasonal illnesses such as the flu and RSV, all of which contribute to fewer donations and canceled blood drives. National Blood Donor Month was first established on December...
Staff and students at Zurich Elementary School presented the annual Christmas Program on the evening of 18th December. The program titled A Small Problem on Christmas Eve was written by Kenzie MacLeod, Kyleejai Baird (sixth graders), and Matthew Thompson (seventh grade). The Zurich staff did a wonderful job of delegating duties and assignments for the preparation of the program. Songs were selected and performed by all students. Students also engaged in set design and construction. In one way...
On December 16, Mrs. Mitzi Cecrle's third period Animal Science class played host to two State FFA Officers. Their guests: Morgan Bisel, State Secretary from Corvallis, and Kylee Finn, State Treasurer from Cascade, shared inspiration with Chinook students. The state officers' next stop was Turner Public School, where they visited with members of the Big Flat Chapter of the FFA. Bisel and Finn are members of the Montana FFA Association's eight- member officer team who, during their year of...
This year at the Harlem Christmas stroll, I'm sure everyone who went had fun. But, if you didn't have a chance to enjoy this evening, picture this: A December night in a small town, you just ate some AMAZING chili, and hanging out with people you love and some people who are strangers to you. That's the Christmas stroll. Chili, Christmas songs, Christmas lights, and a chance to visit Santa Claus at the library. Everything is that cool. With pun intended, that's a wrap on the 2025 Christmas...
The Public Schools District 10 Board Meeting was held on December 9th at 7:30 PM. The board met the required quorum to hold the meeting. Three members were not in attendance, and only one member of the general public attended. The meeting started after a call to order, the Pledge of Allegiance, and roll call. Student Council President Carson Kelly gave insight to the statewide Student Council Convention held in Bozeman. Speakers at the convention addressed students on leadership, while students participated in workshops to include self-defense...
On November 14, when Commissioner Shane Fox read an email from the Local Government Center, suggesting that he was a Local Impact Award Recipient, he doubted the message's authenticity. A follow-up phone call confirmed the award's legitimacy, although the specifics of the award would remain a surprise until its presentation. During the Montana State University Local Government Center's (LGC) 40th Anniversary Gala held on December 11 at the Delta Colonial Hotel in Helena, Fox received the Public...
The Saluting America’s Band Directors project has assembled band directors from across North America to march January 1 under the theme, “America’s band directors: We teach music. We teach life.” Dan Owens, the music teacher at Harlem High School, has been selected to join a marching band of more than 300 band directors from across North America in the Pasadena Rose Parade® on January 1, 2026. The band will accompany a colorful, animated float along the 5.5-mile parade route. The Saluting America’s Band Directors parade entry will convey the...
The Montana Association of Counties (MACo), in cooperation with the Local Government Center (LGC) at Montana State University in Bozeman, presented their 2025 Elected County Officials Training from December 10-12 at the Delta Colonial Hotel in Helena. Intended for all elected officials who wished to attend, three officials from Blaine County took part in the professional development opportunity. According to event organizers, the purpose of the training was twofold: to be both educational and engaging while providing practical insights and tool...
Fourteen amazing Young Medicine Movement (YMM) scholars attended the 2025 American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) National Conference, themed as We Are All Scientists. The conference was held October 2–5 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This year's event brought together Indigenous students, professionals, and educators from across the country to celebrate achievement, share research, and build pathways in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Medicine (STEMM) fields. YMM p...
The December 8th city council meeting was the last city council meeting of the year 2025, and the last council meeting Shannon Sattleen and Lane Schmitt will attend as council members. Their work and dedication did not go unnoticed. If you see them about town, please share your appreciation for their service to the community. December was the expiration of term for both council members. As you will recall, 2025 was an election year. However, residents who applied for mayor and city council seats ran unopposed, meaning no other resident of the...
It is the dominating figure of the Chinook skyline, rising from the horizon as the first sign you are approaching town. The sugar beet factory smokestack and the factory that once powered it, has been welcoming people to the "Sugar City" for a century now. 100 years after it first rose over Chinook, we look back on the birth of the town's defining landmark. Why Chinook? As the 19th gave way to the 20th century, Chinook was a town of growth, a town of new. New buildings and new people popped up...
We wrapped up the 3rd annual Blaine County Fur Fest this past weekend. This year was a huge success with 50 teams registered for a total of 165 hunters. We had 27 Open Class teams, 17 Calling Class teams and 6th youth class teams. We also had 24 teams sign up for the raccoon side pot, 28 team sign up for the rabbit side pot, and 23 team sign up for the porcupine side pot. Over the weekend we checked in 286 coyotes, 637 rabbits, 41 porcupines, 5 raccoons, and 1 badger for a total of 970 animals....
A 1999 graduate of Chinook High School and an eight-year U.S. Navy veteran, Brandon Nissen had a vision two years ago that he has recently brought to life. On October 15 as president, he led his first founder's meeting at the home of Barb and Don Ranstrom. On that day, The Sugarbeeter Foundation (TSF) was formed, and the Foundation's first meeting was attended by his newly formed board: Members Barb Ranstrom, Jack Mattingly, and Rita Surber. The Foundation Board met again on December 9 to discus...
The Hill County Christmas Revue, which opened at the Montana Actors’ Theatre (MAT) in Havre on December 12 and 13, continues this week and into next month. Back for its third year, this holiday edition of locally written original skits features brand-new comedy, yuletide musical numbers, and cheerful stories inspired by local traditions, winter tales, and the colorful characters who make Hi-Line communities shine. Although Catfish Carl has passed, music lovers and theatre goers can experience Izaak Opatz on December 19-20 and Wailing Aaron J...
