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Loaves and Fishes, the summer feeding program at Chinook, will be completing its sixth summer of operation with a number of activities during August 8-11, the final week of operation for this year. In addition to the Monday through Thursday regular program, there will be a food drive by the children, during lunchtime on Tuesday, a program on Wednesday night with activities and a community meal, the annual turkey dinner at lunch on Thursday and a potluck and swim party, at Sweet Park and the...
This is the time of summer when five Chinook churches would normally be preparing to welcome the new Young Adult Volunteers (YAVs) to town. The Hi-Line program connects young adults with service opportunities in the area through a program of the national Presbyterian Church (PCUSA). The Chinook site is the only site that does strictly rural ministries, other sites in the U.S. are in urban areas and some volunteers go to international sites. The local program just completed its fourth year of...
Larry Wisch, who lives in Chinook, has been taking care of three rural cemeteries since the 1980's. He works in no official capacity, he does it on his own time and at his own expense. Asked how he began doing this work, he said, "I used to take an aunt to one of the cemeteries each year. I saw the cemeteries needed upkeep and decided I would take care of them." Sometimes it's been more than just mowing and cutting weeds, he's installed stones, reset grave markers, even made name markers to go o...
Last week was our final week of Summer Programs. On Tuesday we had a makerspace again. Kelsey read books about building and then we turned the kids loose with recycled materials, hot glue guns, tape, etc. and let their imaginations run wild! The final day to turn reading logs in will be August 12th, prizes will then be drawn for and top reader prizes will be awarded. Accelerated Reader Tests will continue to be available on all computers at the library until school starts. We have several...
The powwow season is in full swing across the west. One of the longest running powwows in Montana completed another successful run at Fort Belknap last weekend. All the planning, fundraising, promotion and hard work by volunteers paid off with another great Milk River Indian Days event. Participants and guests had a wide range of activities to watch and join. Even the weather cooperated. On a historical note, it’s said modern day powwows were first developed and staged by Plains tribes in the late 1920’s and the idea quickly spread from coast t...
Island Mountain Development Group, the autonomous economic development arm of the Fort Belknap Indian Community, hosted a grand opening celebration of its Ecommerce Call Center last week in Hays. The call center is a 5,200+ square foot state-of-the art facility equipped with a secure network infrastructure capable of high speed data transmission. The setting for the celebration was festive with tents, music, balloons, bouncy toys for the kids, a meal served early afternoon, tours of the new...
Mary Jane Bradbury is a Chautauqua speaker for Humanities Montana and the Colorado Humanities. Her specialty is portrayals of pioneer women who made significant contributions to their respective states and regions. She recently appeared at the Blaine County Museum and did a portrayal of Nancy Russell, the wife and business manager of western artist Charles Russell. Before the performance she said she started portrayals about 15 years ago and began doing the Nancy Russell portrayal about five yea...
Laura Shellman, a Nurse Practitioner who joined the Sweet Medical Center the end of May, made a presentation to the monthly meeting of the Cancer Support Group at the Chinook Senior Center last week. A native of Los Angeles, Shellman and her family recently moved to Chinook from Glendive, Montana. Despite growing up in a major urban area, she says, "Over the years I've come to find I really like living and working in small towns and rural areas." Before moving to Glendive Shellman worked in...
After discussion during an announced public hearing in the commissioners’ office at the courthouse, Blaine County Commissioners motioned and approved creation of a new public safety fund for budget year 2017-2018. Commissioners have been exploring ways to meet increased challenges to keep the county’s general fund in the black. The public safety fund would support the major activities of the sheriff’s office and those costs would be removed from the general fund. At least one commissioner wanted the public safety fund to begin during the coming...
The Blaine County Wildlife Museum, in Chinook, will host the monthly Business After Hours on Thursday, August 11. Sponsored by the Chinook Area Chamber of Commerce, the program gives chamber members an opportunity to showcase their organization in a relaxed atmosphere outside of normal operating hours. The Business After Hours program started in April, 2014. Short history of the Wildlife Museum The idea of creating a wildlife museum was first proposed by Bill Harbolt and Scott Mackenzie....
5 donors presented with a total of 47 units collected on a goal of 47 Three first time donors were registered: Brooke Elliot, Theresa O’Neill and Steven J Mulonet. Mark Weber has donated 10 gallons, Jack Davies 7 gallons, Tanis Ross 5 gallons, Art Tomlinson 3 gallons, Rodney Hofeldt 2 gallons, Dan Pratt and Carol Warburton 1 gallon. We are grateful for each and every one your life saving gifts and look forward to seeing you again on Tuesday, September 13th. The canteen was hosted by the Alliance Church and those tending to the goodies were S...
The Blaine County Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting today, July 27th at 11:00 a.m. Last week we had a yoga themed program. Kelsey read books about yoga and then we had a special presentation by Bonnie Williamson. We send a big thank you to Bonnie for a great program. The last LEGO Club of the summer will be today for kids grades K through 6. Kids not in school yet may attend with adult supervision. Thursday will be the final Middle School Hangout for grades 6-8....
The Summer Reading Program draws to a close this week with a finale on Thursday, July 28, from 1-3 P.M. for all children who participated. Ice cream floats will be served and the movie “Zootopia” will be shown. Children have until Aug. 5 to turn in their reading logs. The grand prize winners will be announced after August 5. Don’t miss the “Tea with Alice” summer fundraiser sponsored by the Friends of the Library. This formal Victorian high tea is tonight from 6:30-8:00 with a program scheduled for 7 P.M. All ages are welcome and prices ar...
Each year, since the mid-1960's, the Idaho-based Appaloosa Horse Club has been hosting the Chief Joseph Trail ride. The 1300-mile trip roughly follows the route taken by Chief Joseph as he guided several hundred Nez Perce tribal members in an attempt to reach Canada and avoid moving to a reservation. The organized trail ride takes 13 years to complete, with participants completing about 100 miles each year. This was the fourth time the last 100-mile leg, starting north of Roy, Montana and...
During the regular monthly meeting of the Chinook City Council, Mayor Keith Hanson swore in Meredy Phares to fill a vacant city council seat. Council approved the final payment for the downtown sidewalk project work as well as what will be some of the last payments on the water treatment plant upgrade. A fire ordinance revision was considered during first reading. Council heard concerns from citizens about cats damaging yards and flower beds and received a request for a four-way stop sign at...
Sarah Pratt, the Chinook Chamber Secretary and Communications Director, talked to the “Journal” recently from the Chamber’s office on Indiana Street in Chinook. During the summer the Chamber is opening the organization’s office from 8-10 am, Monday through Friday. Pratt said, “Having the office open is kind of a trial run for the summer. Our hope is we will be able to serve some tourists who stop to visit our town and area.” Pratt also had other news about updated and totally new programs. Bonus Coupon Books The Chamber launched its first Bonus...
For Immediate Release Hays, MT, July 8, 2016 Please come share a day with the Staff of Island Mountain Development Group (IMDG) and the Fort Belknap Indian Community as we celebrate the expansion IMDG’s new 5,200 sq. ft. eCommerce Call Center. This new building is equipped with the most modern eCommerce call center amenities, a conference room, executive offices, and a secure network infrastructure capable of high speed data transmission. This is the new employment hub that houses 80+ employees and is the major employer of jobs on the s...
The Harlem City Council passed a resolution honoring and recognizing the work of the Harlem Civic Association, a group of volunteers formed in 2005 and devoted to the betterment of Harlem. A number of Association members were on hand to receive a plaque presented with the resolution. Council also affirmed its participation with Bear Paw Development Corporation, a group of professional planners that works closely with the city on many infrastructure and economic development projects. The regular July council meeting was held on Thursday, July...
For Immediate Release July 11, 2016 Great Falls, MT- On the heels of the U.S. Senate approving a bill calling for voluntary labeling of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO), Montana Farmers Union is appealing to the U.S. House which has the measure before it this week to reject the bill. “We have long supported GMO labeling as we are committed to helping consumers making informed decisions on where their food comes from,” said President Alan Merrill. “Under this legislation companies would have the option of listing GMO ingredients, and if they...
On July 11, 2016, at the North Central Montana Shrine Club lunch meeting, Frank Billmayer presented to Frank Pehrson of Chinook, a picture of the plane Frank flew in WWII, a B25 Mitchell named "Jersey Bounce". Frank's position was top turret gunner. Staff SGT. Pehrson flew 61 combat missions from April 2 to September 15, 1944. Frank Pehrson's Texaco service station in Chinook was started in 1940 by his father, John. Frank took over in 1947 and Frank Jr. is the current operator. Frank Billmayer...
There is an old saying in Montana that if a person does not like the weather, just wait five minutes and it will change. That has never been more true than this winter, spring and early summer in the Big Sandy area. Just before this story came to see the printed word, there was a good inch of rain in the Big Sandy area. Some areas of the Bear Paw Mountains were reporting up to three inches of rain and some low land flooding. Many have commented that it is almost the middle of July and the prairie is that wonderful early spring green color. All...
(StatePoint) What more delicious way to enjoy summer than with one of the season’s most popular fruits? From family outings to strawberry-inspired gifts, here are some great ideas for celebrating summer from the discount experts at Dollar General. Find a Local Strawberry Farm Plan a family outing by finding a local strawberry farm and spending the afternoon picking fresh strawberries. Make it a fun-filled day by packing a picnic lunch with some of your favorite snacks. Add your newly-picked strawberries to yogurt for a sweet dessert or toss s...
Press Release Montana State University Northern, Havre, Montana The Montana State University-Northern’s Spring semester Dean’s List contains 339 students. To be included in the Dean’s List, students must carry a minimum of 12 credits and earn a grade point average of 3.25 or better. Students that received an incomplete or “F” during this semester are not included in the honor roll listing. The students listed below made the 2016 spring semester Dean’s List. Chinook: Kaydance Benzing Makhayla Farmer Riley Green Jorrell Jones Vinnessa Lu...
Summer Reading is quickly drawing to a close. Children are reminded to bring in their reading logs to earn prizes and to move ahead on the reading race track. The summer reading finale for all children who have participated will be July 28, 1 P.M. when we will celebrate with root beer floats and the movie “Zootopia.” The party will last until approximately 3 P.M. The Friends of the Library fundraiser “Tea with Alice” will be July 27, 6 :30 P.M. at the library. This tea party will have an Alice in Wonderland theme and is a family friendl...
