Week of August 12, 2026
Week of August 12, 2026
At the July 30 Hill County Commissioners meeting, Commissioner Sheri Williams announced her resignation from the District 2 seat. Her resignation became effective at midnight on Aug. 2. Williams, a Democrat, was serving the fourth year of a six-year term at the time of her resignation. During the meeting, she read a letter stating that she was stepping down for personal reasons. This marks the second time in less than three months that the Hill County Democratic Central Committee has been...
Havre Police Department Thursday, July 30, 2026 William James Tucker Jr. of Havre, 66, was issued a summons on a charge of criminal contempt by officers responding to an 8:01 p.m. report from the police station of a 24/7 Sobriety Program no-show. Friday, July 31, 2026 Jessey Jason Harmon of Rudyard, 34, was arrested by officers on the 200 Block of Third Avenue at 10:29 a.m., but details were not available in the dispatch log. — Officers investigated a 5:45 p.m. report from a business on the 600 Block of First Street West of theft. — Karen...
For the upcoming 2026-27 school year, Havre Public Schools will implement new activity fees for both high school and middle school students. Havre High School students will now pay $75 per student per activity, more than double the previous fee of $35 per student per activity in prior years. In addition, Havre Middle School families will pay an activity fee for the first time. Students participating in activities will now be charged $35 per activity. For students, the first paid activity fee also covers their activities pass, allowing...
Preparations are underway for Havre Festival Days, set for Sept. 18-20, as organizers encourage community members to register for events and volunteer during the annual celebration. Hosted by the Havre Chamber of Commerce, Festival Days is coordinated by Office Manager Tessa Nystrom and the Chamber Board of Directors. Community organizations, businesses, and individuals wishing to have an event included on the official Festival Days schedule poster must contact the Havre Chamber of Commerce by...
Out our way there are still a few cowhands around. I was lucky enough to pair up with one, my pard.Charlie. Although I rode like a sack of potatoes instead of the smooth and easy style of an experienced rider, I DID have a horse. In fact, I had two: “ Doc” an “Babe”. Regular readers of this column know about Doc - and how at the trot, canter and gallop, it was like riding a jack hammer. This “sack of potatoes” usually ended up as “mashed potatoes” at the end of the day. On the other hand, Babe was a sorrel paint whose gait was...
On August 4, the Rocky Boy Health Center’s Miyo Pimātisiwinkamik Youth Wellness Center will officially open its Youth Health Care Clinic. This is a new and innovative health care model that integrates mental, physical, behavioral, and spiritual health across all aspects of a child’s life. The kids get to know their medical team at an early age and form a good relationship with our healthcare system in Rocky Boy. “This is part of a broader wellness model. Youth can participate in educational programs, cultural activities, nutrition,...
Thank you for the rescue I want to express my warm thanks to the Havre City Police for reaching out to a woman who was running for her life from domestic violence and stranded at the Havre Train Station on Saturday, July 25, 2026. The Police officer was kind and assisted this woman in obtaining a motel room, courtesy of the Salvation Army, to escape the heat and have a safe place to hide. Thankfully she was able to catch a ride to the Havre Airport the next day so she could finally, escape her pursuer. May God Bless everyone who gives and...
HAVRE, Mont. — Hill County recently held a Community Needs Assessment Hearing to gather public input on community development priorities and identify potential projects for future funding applications. The hearing took place on July 21, 2026, at the Havre City Council Chambers and focused on economic development, housing, and public infrastructure needs throughout Hill County. The meeting was co-facilitated by Julea Robbins of Bear Paw Development and Craig Erickson of Great West Engineering. The hearing was part of the County’s effort to...
In the simplest form….it could be just thanking God for the air we breathe, the food we have, the clothes we have on. Acknowledging Him for sustaining us. Ephesians 4:22-24 Amplified Bible 22 that, regarding your previous way of life, you put off your old self [completely discard your former nature], which is being corrupted through deceitful desires, 23 and be continually renewed in the spirit of your mind [having a fresh, untarnished mental and spiritual attitude], 24 and put on the new self [the regenerated and renewed nature], created...
Northern Montana Health Care recently hosted a peer group meeting for users of medical software, giving participants the opportunity to learn, collaborate and share ideas about the electronic medical records software used by NMHC. NMHC Director of Information Systems Garrit Ophus said the peer group meeting, and the software exchange it is part of, is a valuable resource. "It's a very active community," he said. Ophus said MUSE (Medical Users Software Exchange) hosts a national conference each...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) and its partner, A-Core Concrete Specialists, Inc., began a roadway improvements project on First Street (U.S. Highway 2) in Havre last May. The project will improve a 2.3-mile section of roadway from east of Ninth Avenue Northwest to 22nd Avenue North. Construction is expected to last about four months and cost $3.5 million. Improvements will include: Sealing concrete pavement cracks and joints Repairing and replacing damaged concrete panels...
Northern Montana Health Care is hosting a free presentation focused on helping older adults stay active, independent, and healthy. NMHC social worker Janet Blackaby said the presentation will include information about the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, along with available resources for individuals and families. “Being knowledgeable about supportive resources is important to impact the quality of life for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers,” Blackaby said. The presentation will...
It’s been a rough week for me and my pooch, Lola. I’m a mess. Lola is doing better than I am and she’s the one who limped home bleeding. I’m going to fill in a bit of the back story for you. Sky is about a year and a half old now. Up until one day in April, Lola and Sky were good play buddies. Sky often accompanied Lola and me on our walks and it was a pleasure to watch their running-dog games. On the day play turned mean, another dog attacked Lola. Sky watched, tilted her head and you could almost hear her thoughts, “Oh, so...
Wednesday August 12 • Live Well. Age Strong. – Interactive health session from 4 PM to 6:30 PM in the Northern Montana Health Care third-floor conference room. Learn about brain health, Tai Chi, Alzheimer’s Association resources, and healthy aging. No registration required. • Havre Elks Lodge Sounds on the Square Burger Feed – Begins at 6 PM. Thursday August 13 • Dedicated Sports Physical Day – Walk-ins welcome through Northern Montana Family Medical Center. Call 406-265-5408 for information. • KidsMAT Havre Camp – Final day...
You know, Lord, friend Cyndy shared about her circle of friends and family and how they thirsted for a sip of Living Water, hungry for a bite of Bread, and longing to know the extravagant love of Jesus; she wondered if she would be able to show them what it looks like and what it tastes like. She said that her brother and sister-in-law made her feel cherished during her recent visit to their home. “They anticipated my every need and extended themselves to make sure I not only had a place to pillow my head but a comfortable place to pillow...
Our Summer Reading Program was a success this year. The 182 readers reached a total of 208,949 minutes read! Thank you to everyone who participated. We also want to thank the Friends of the Library, Town Pump Foundation, and Munari IT for their support of the Summer Reading Program. Books & Babies along with Story Time programs will be temporarily paused until further notice. We appreciate your patience during the continuing scheduling disruptions due to building repairs. Please join us at the library on August 27th at 7 p.m. for a free...
August 17, 2026 CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTES COMMITTEE REPORTS PUBLIC COMMENT on Agenda Items: 1 thru 14 ONLY. For Items not on this agenda, public comment will be taken at the end of the agenda. Comments offered here are limited to one (1) minute. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Determination of Vacancy in Ward 1 by Havre City Council. 2. Resolution No. 3956 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF HAVRE DECLARING CERTAIN PROPERTY OF THE CITY OF HAVRE TO BE UNNEEDED AND OBSOLETE, AND AUTHORIZING DISPOSAL OF SUCH PROPERTY. 3....
Twenty-seven swimmers represented Chinook at the 2026 Montana Federation of Swimmers State Meet in Plentywood on August 1-2. From that group, several Lions Swim Team members competing in 63 different events made a big splash-collecting a total of 26 medals and securing additional awards. In the words of Assistant Coach Dentin DePriest, "The Chinook Lions had a fantastic State Swim Meet in Plentywood, finishing first place in the Class A Division with 571 points. The team brought home ten gold,...
The fall sports season is officially here, and the start always comes with the beginning of the Blue Pony golf season. Thursday is the opening day of practice for the Blue Ponies, who are once again led by veteran head coach Dennis Murphy. Havre has a little over a week to prepare for its first tournament of the season, which comes Aug. 18 at home as the Ponies host the Havre Invitational at Prairie Farms Golf Course. The early season is packed with great tournaments for Havre. The Ponies also travel to Shelby for the Browning Invitational...
Monday, August 17th, 2026 | 1:30 pm Call To Order | Additions Agenda Minutes • Financial • Public Comment Museum Director’s Report • Welcome New Appointee, Fair Report, Needs Assessment Survey, “Our Montana Voices”, Nez Perce Exhibit, 250th Exhibit, By-Laws and Resolution, OMAP Progress, Building Updates, J.F. Williams Move, Volunteer Projects, Director’s Time Off Collections Assistant’s Report committee report ACTION ITEMS • Speaker Series Lineup and Budget • Gifts • Deaccessions Discussion: • Site Investigation Next...
FRIDAY August 14, 2026 8:00 a.m. Road/Bridge Supervisor Mitchell Sheriff Colby County Attorney Harwood DES Velk County Health Dept. Internal Business Employment Review Budgets/PILT Budget Transfers Tax Abatements MONDAY August 17, 2026 8:00 a.m. Road/Bridge Supervisor Mitchell Sheriff Colby County Attorney Harwood DES Velk County Health Dept. Internal Business Employment Review Budgets/PILT Budgt Transfers Tax Abatements 1:30 p.m. - Museum Board Meeting at the Museum TUESDAY AUGUST 18, 2026 8:00 a.m. Road/Bridge Supervisor Mitchell Sheriff...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center We hope that many of you took in the many festivities in the Blaine County Fair! We are fortunate to have a fair in our small community, so continue to support them however and whenever you are able. Today, we received the announcement from Valerie Frank, Blaine County librarian, regarding the upcoming presentation to be held in the Blaine County Library meeting room on Mon., Aug. 24th @ 4:00 entitled: “The Montana Constitution Roadshow: A Shared Heritage.” Presenter: Rylee Sommers-Flanagan. This...
We have one non-fiction book available this week. The Age Rebellion: Supercharge the Second Half of Your Life by Lyndsey Simpson is an inspiring, action-oriented approach to breaking free from outdated tropes about growing older. This book empowers readers to reclaim control and revise the rules of what’s possible, with alternatives to traditional retirement that allow them to redesign their future, their way. A life of continued growth, productivity, and impact is possible, no matter what...
