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When classes began at Turner Public Schools on August 19, they did so with a new administrator at the helm: Mrs. Jennifer McAllister. McAllister, who is replacing Mr. Tony Warren, came to Turner from Opheim School District in Valley County, where she served as the school district's superintendent. McAllister's 20 plus years of experience in education spans an array of different positions. These include roles in special education, music, gifted and talented programs, grades 2 through 8 teaching,...
By Donna Miller BCJ News In May, the Northeastern Arts Network (NEAN) of Montana announced its 2024-2025 Big Sky Concert Series. The program will kick-off from September 23-27 when the Montana Repertory Theatre will present Monster + Farmer: A Frankenstein Tale by JM Christiansen. Performance stops will include Sidney, Glasgow, Malta, and Dodson. When the artists perform in Dodson at 9:30 on Monday morning, September 23, students from Turner Public Schools will travel to attend. "This program is...
State Superintendent Elsie Arntzen announced recently that the Office of Public Instruction (OPI) is allocating $1.5 million in federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds to Montana teachers for math and reading projects. OPI has partnered with DonorsChoose, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit, to offer $500 direct grants to all K-12 public school teachers in Montana while the funds last. “Dollars closest to the classroom lead to greater academic achievement for our students,” said Arntzen. “These precious feder...
On Thursday, August 15, from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., the certified staff and administration from Turner Public Schools joined 312 other educators to attend the Golden Triangle Curriculum Cooperative's (GTCC) Fall In-Service at the Heritage Inn in Great Falls, Montana. Designed as an educational and inspirational in-service, the program featured Keynote Speaker, Adam Welcome from Lafayette, California. As a former classroom Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, and Director of Innovation...
Havre Trails will be hosting their 6th Annual Summerfest in Pepin Park on August 24 from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. All proceeds will support the maintenance of local trails and the improvement of area walking, running, and bike paths. Formerly called Brewfest, Summerfest is a fundraiser for Havre Trails, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and improve recreational trails in and around Havre. This year’s Summerfest will feature drinks, food, and music. According to event organizers, dozens of Montana-sourced beverages, i...
Montana Actors’ Theatre (MAT) is offering free Behind the Scenes workshops this week, July 22-25. This opportunity is open to adults and youth, ages fourteen and older. These no-experience-necessary workshops will run from 9:00 a.m. until noon and will feature a different topic each day. Although advance registration is preferred, interested individuals can also just show up at the theatre to learn. All workshops will take place at the MAT Theatre in Cowan Hall on the campus of Montana State University–Northern. MAT representatives report tha...
The month of July will be framed by sparkling displays in the night skies: one commercial, the other natural. Many people enjoyed fireworks shows over the Fourth, and coming on July 30, two annual meteor showers will take place simultaneously, adding another dazzling exhibition. At month’s end, the alpha Capricornids and the delta Aquarids will be at peak activity, providing a spectacle of shooting stars. This rare occurrence will give stargazers a unique opportunity to witness an impressive number of meteors streaking across the sky. M...
After thirty years working with youth, Mrs. Diana Maloney decided to retire from Turner Public School (TPS) at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Although she expressed that she will "miss the little ones," she looks forward to a less regimented schedule with more impromptu days ahead. "I can do family things now," Maloney stated. "I haven't been able to do much of that in past years. It'll be different but good!" Maloney earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education with a...
When Triangle Communications recently announced their 2024 High School and Undergraduate Scholarship Winners, six Blaine County youth were among the 27 award recipients. From Chinook, Quentin Edwards, Liam Edwards, and Morgan Friede received scholarship awards. Other Blaine County winners were Cordell Denny from Hays; Kaitlynn Johnson, a graduate from Harlem High School; and Destiny The Boy, a graduate of Hays-Lodgepole High School. With eligibility dependent on the applicants' receiving...
For the third time, and hoping to make it an annual stop, nationally recognized Ro Wiggins will be at the Turner Public School Gymnasium from July 23-24 to put on his gROw Camp for students in grades 3-12. Interested individuals are encouraged to Save the Date for this basketball camp. The two-day camp for youth in grades 3-8 will begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude at 11:30. Camp fees for this age category are $80 for both days. Following that group, campers in grades 9-12 will have sessions that extend from noon until 3:00 p.m. on both Tuesday...
On June 7, the Blaine County Museum unveiled an exhibit to honor Fort Belknap's Patriot Chief, Gilbert Horn, Senior. The exhibit not only recognizes the life of Fort Belknap Nakoda Chief and World War II Code Talker Skunk Ta Oba Kni (Returns with Prisoner's Horse) but honors all American Indian veterans. The event, free and open to the public, was attended by approximately 100 people on Friday. The gathering began outdoors, where rows of chairs were set up on Indiana Street, before the crowd...
The Montana Actors’ Theatre (MAT) team invites Blaine County youth to sign up for one of the KidsMAT summer camps. June 17-20 will see the crew from MAT working with KidsMAT campers in Chinook at Sweet Memorial Park. Harlem’s camp will occur at Harlem High School’s Little Gym from June 24-27. Registration is now open for these performing arts summer camp experiences which are designed for children in the 5-14 age range. According to Youth Program Coordinator, Tylyn Turner, campers will learn all aspects of theater production, including story...
The Eagles Campground in Beaver Creek Park played host to the Montana Actors’ Theatre (MAT) Ren Faire this past weekend, June 7-9. Beginning on Friday evening and concluding on Sunday following a 2:00 p.m. performance of The Imaginary Invalid, the event offered entertainment, a number of food and craft vendors, as well as various activities and games for all ages. Producers of the event were Bear Paw Mountain Outfitters, Gary and Leo’s IGA, and Charlie’s Heating and Air. Sponsors included the Havre Jaycees, Cavaliers, the Atchison Famil...
From 2:00 until 7:00 p.m. on May 31, cars and pickups were pulling off Highway 2 just west of Zurich, keeping traffic busy at 41270 US-2. This is the new location of Aiton Veterinary Service, where Owners Larissa and Brock Aiton held their open house last Friday. Curious people from Turner, Chinook, Harlem, Zurich, and other surrounding communities converged on the location to see all of the renovations that the old Spa Bar building had undergone, transforming it into an animal hospital. Food...
Perhaps not with the same level of released anticipation as that experienced by students (or maybe it is), the teachers and staff of Chinook School District celebrated their last day of school on Friday, May 24 with cake and punch in the Lloyd D. Sweet Auditorium at noon. The low-key gathering was meant to serve not only as a send-off for two long-time Chinook School District employees but also as a presentation of recognition from Montana's Office of Public Instruction. Although Business...
This week, professionals and volunteers with the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) celebrate fifty years of life-saving commitment with EMS Week, May 19-25. The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) wish to honor the dedication, commitment, and sacrifices of EMS professionals around the country with a 50th Anniversary theme: "Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future." Several members of the Blaine County ambulance crews...
The Chinook FFA Chapter held its Annual Banquet on Thursday evening, May 2. The banquet began with the recognition of graduating members, featured guest speaker Romulus Hiner, and highlighted the achievements of the membership during the past year. An Honorary Chapter Degree was also presented to Dennis Cross. Held in the Commercial Building at the Blaine County Fairgrounds, the banquet began with the acknowledgement of several seniors: Aislinn Handy, Wylee Simenson, Landon Keeling, Emma Paulsen...
Not only across the country but also in area schools, people celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week from May 6-10. In a proclamation on Friday, May 3, President Joe Biden said: “Teachers are the heart and soul of our Nation. They care for our Nation’s students, pass on knowledge to rising generations, and inspire our children to dream up new possibilities for their futures.” The idea for a week to honor teachers began more than 70 years ago with First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, who urged Congress in 1953 to designate a day to thank teachers. The d...
Presented by Alec and Karen McIntosh, the theatrical production Men on Boats opened this past weekend, May 9-11. Anyone who missed this Montana Actors' Theatre (MAT) Youth Production is invited to see it on May 16-18 at 7:00 p.m. in the MSUN/MAT Theatre on the campus of MSU-Northern. Directed by Marcee Murphy and assisted by Cody Samuel Cochran, Men on Boats by Jaclyn Backhaus promises "an unforgettable theatrical experience that will take you on a daring journey through the American West,"...
The Chinook Chapter of the FFA celebrated FFA Week from May 6-9. Observed annually across the country in February, National FFA Week is a time for FFA members to raise awareness about the importance of agricultural education and the National FFA Organization's role in developing future leaders in agriculture. The local Chapter held a series of dress-up days and activities to bring recognition to the agriculture industry and to those who work in related occupations. Monday was Drive Your Tractor...
On Tuesday, May 7, both Aislinn Handy and Wylee Simenson signed with Casper College in Wyoming. Handy will compete with the College Rodeo Team and Simenson will share his skills on the Showmanship and Judging Team. The pair of Chinook High School Seniors joined family members in the Floyd Bowen Gymnasium during the noon hour where they symbolically signed a commitment to attend Casper College and to compete as Thunderbirds. Both Simenson and Handy wore the school's colors, red and black, and sig...
Three juniors at Chinook High School (CHS) were recently named Boys' and Girls' State Delegates. Dentin DePriest, Hannah Schoen, and Brockton Elliot will be attending the Montana American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary sponsored event this summer. Scheduled for June 16-22, the 2024 Session will take place at the Fort Harrison Training Center in Fort Harrison, Montana. Mrs. Fay Friede, the CHS Counsellor, explained that all juniors were encouraged to apply. Beyond being a junior in good...
This past week, Stella Llante, Math Teacher for Chinook School District, learned that two Chinook Junior High School students had earned State Certificates as a result of their participation in the 2024 State Math Contest held in Havre on March 14. January Jensen, a seventh grader, earned a Superior Rating on the Mathematics Foundation test, and Sydney Bowles, an eighth grader, earned Honorable Mention on the Dimensions and Shapes test. A State Superior Rating is awarded to the top 2.25% of all...
On Sunday, April 28, the Chinook Chapter of the FFA played host to Donkey Sports, Incorporated in the Floyd Bowen Gymnasium for an evening's entertainment with Donkey Basketball. The first game tipped off at approximately 5:30 p.m. Travelling from Entiat, Washington, Donkey Sports furnished referees, game equipment, animals wearing rubber shoes, and helmets for the protection of the players. The Chinook FFA corralled players to form four teams: Team FFA, Team First Responders, Team School...
Havre Trails is again partnering with Hays-Lodgepole High School Science Teacher Rod Benson to offer a hike to Hole in the Wall and Mission Ridge in Mission Canyon just outside of Hays, Montana. The hike will take place on Sunday, May 5. Hike Contact, Lindsey Bennett explained that this event is a fundraiser for Mr. Benson's archery program at Hays-Lodgepole School. Expected to take three-four hours, the hike is 4.8 miles total and will offer views of unique rock formations like Hole in the Wall...
