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The City of Chinook recently adjusted their garbage pickup schedule and owners of property should note the new pickup times. Garbage collection will now take place once a week for residential property. On Tuesdays, collection will take place west of Indiana Street and on Thursdays residences east of Indiana Street will have their garbage picked up. Residences are allowed three (3) 30-gallon cans. Collection will take place in the Business District 5 days a week, Monday through Friday. Any...
With the current situation going on the swimmers were limited to just three regular season meets, alternating with the western division on a weekly bases. After previously completing in Glasgow for the Scottie Invitational, June 20-21. The six teams in the western division of the Eastern District (Chinook, Harlem, Glasgow, Malta, Lewistown and Roundup) were back in Glasgow July 4-5 for the Harlem Invitational. They finished up the last of the three meets this past weekend in Lewistown. They...
Area grain producers are all smiles after a number of recent rains have dropped an unusual amount of moisture on their crops to start July. For many producers this year's crop looks fantastic and hopefully the second half of the season is as good as the first. The area has had more rain at times through the years, but the timing of this year's rain seems to be on point and separates this summer from the rest. More often than not when the calendar notes the start of summer (June 20) the amount...
A familiar face at the Blaine County Clerk and Recorder’s Office retired on March 31. Laurie Rigg retired as Clerk on March 31, 2020. Laurie started her position as clerk in the Blaine County Recorder’s Office back in January of 1987. “Lucille Oehmke was the Clerk and Recorder at the time, and she hired me to fill the position,” said Laurie. “That same year I started recording Blaine Counties Tract Indexes. I had found previous versions, but none were never maintained. I even found one back as far as the 1930’s. I have maintained them ever s...
First Sergeant Perry Joshua Miller retired from the United States Marine Corp (U.S.M.C.) recently and was well honored with a ceremony in North Carolina. Miller entered the Delayed Entry Program for the U.S.M.C. in August of 1999. On July 23, 2000 he reported to boot camp at M.C.R.D., San Diego and graduated in October 2000. 20 years later, having served the bulk of his enlistment, Miller retired from the Corp Honorably. Originally Miller had plans for nearly 40 friends and family to attend but...
Chinook's Kailey Kleinjan graduated from Chinook in 2016 and this spring earned her degree from Carroll College in Helena. Kleinjan is a familiar face to many and her love and passion of animals has never been questioned. Her degree was in the Anthropic-Zoology program. Anthro-Zoology is the study of the human and animal bond interactions and relationships formed from this connection. Kleinjan's time in the program serves as the background of her new business 'Hi-Line Canine', and it was...
Senior citizens in any community are treasures with a wealth of knowledge, and experience gained from their journey through life. Seniors have had to overcome obstacles recently that are unique and isolated to them. Their life lessons learned have provided them with the intuitiveness and strength to get through each day as successful as possible. For many, their life journeys will result in residency at a Nursing Home. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of us in our own individual ways, but...
John Hebbelman is a lifelong resident of the Chinook area and Blaine County, spraying crops along the Hi-line for the past 55 years and flying planes for 60, being an aviator has defined who he is. On February 20, 2020, John learned that he had become the 84th recipient of the Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award. John also became the first Blaine County pilot to earn the prestigious honor. To be eligible to receive the award it takes years of dedication to win. There are three major...
After 40 years of service at the St. Paul's Mission Grade School, Sister Helen, Sister Chris and Sister Nora will head back to New York to be with friends and family in their hometown. The trio arrive at the school in 1980 and will head back to New York on July 6, 2020 after 40 years of service to the school and the community. The St. Paul Mission Church was first established in 1887 by the Bureau of Catholic Missions. The Church now serves as a kindergarten through eighth grade school. The Miss...
Back in June the Harlem City Council approved the opening of the local pool. The council posted advertisements for lifeguards as well as a pool manager. Unfortunately, as of yet, the pool has remained closed to the public and void of water. The Harlem swim team was scheduled to host their home swim meet this past weekend but with the unavailability of the pool they were forced to find an alternate location to hold the event. The City of Glasgow extended an invitation to the Harlem swim team to a...
The Bear Paw Bowmen's Annual Barber Ranch Bow Shoot this year was a victim of the COVID-19 pandemic that has forced the cancellation of so many events. The Annual Bow Shoot takes place the third weekend of June, concluding on Father's Day each year. 2020 would have been its 22 year. The shoot has been a staple for many to start the summer each year and while its cancellation isn't what anyone wanted it was done in the best interest of everyone involved. Like so many other events that have been...
We have all seen them, cyclist trekking along U.S. Highway 2. Generally, those cyclist are heading east the first part of summer and west as fall approaches. We see them individually or in groups of 2-3-4. We see them camping in the city parks, at gas stations and occasionally in the local grocery store. But have you ever thought about the logistics of such an adventure? Where do they get their route from, where do they eat, sleep or shower or even, why do they do it. Harlem resident Genevieve...
The Chinook Golf course welcomed 68 golfers making up 34 two person teams on Saturday, June 27 as they competed in the 5th Annual Triple Play Golf Tournament. The format began with each team playing a best ball format for the first nine holes. They followed that with nine holes of alternate shot and concluded with a nine hole scramble. Teams were auctioned off in a calcutta for the scramble. The tournament is a huge fundraiser for the course and requires a strong volunteer effort by club staff,...
Chinook resident Amber Miller, known to many as 'Amber Ace' was diagnosed with Stage 3 Cervical Cancer a few months ago. Last Monday, June 15, she completed her final treatment and is looking forward to receiving a clean bill of health. In addition to the many difficulties associated with Cervical Cancer, another is the huge amount of financial stress immediately placed on the individual. Amber Miller is a familiar face to many in the area, helping people out with all of their needs at Chinook...
In April of 2019 the Blaine County Journal ran an article regarding the future of the P.A.W.S. Animal Shelter in Chinook being forced to close its doors due to a lack of volunteers. The founding members, having jobs of their own, were burning out and didn't have the time they used to have. After reading the story, Chinook resident, Alissa Hewitt was determined to fill the need and contacted Bonnie Weber and Laura Kleinjan immediately. In August of 2019 Bonnie invited Alissa to a P.A.W.S. Board...
The advent of COVID-19 brought about significant changes to the way courthouse proceedings move forward. One of the more significant changes came in the form of advancing its technology capabilities. Many, if not all of these changes will be utilize moving forward but not all improvements have been implemented as a result of COVID-19 mandates. Beginning in the fall of 2019 Blaine County District Attorney Kelsie Harwood began looking into purchasing technology that would improve drastically the w...
The Chinook Lions and Harlem Swim Teams had yet been able to get in their own pools and practice prior to the first meet of the year in Glasgow this past weekend. That didn't stop coaches and swimmers alike from doing their best to prepare for the long awaited start to the season by getting in as much work on land as possible. Their hard work didn't go unrewarded as both teams competed very well in the field of six teams. Joining them and host Glasgow in the pool were teams from Malta, Roundup...
After weeks of being up in the air, City Councils in Chinook and Harlem have elected to open their respective pools for the summer swim season. The Harlem City Council held their monthly meeting on Monday, June 8 and two topics were heavily discussed. The first being on whether or not to open the pool and the second regarding the implementation of two four way stops at the entrance to the high school. Both required extensive discussion and more than 30 parents, coaches and swimmers were on hand...
Throughout history, the flag has been used by various groups, religious organizations, countries, states and counties. In addition schools, sports teams, unions and clubs have used a flag as a symbol of itself. The purpose of the flag has never been one to be worshiped or idolized but is meant to represent the stated way that these entities wish to be seen. Often in today's society, flags of all kinds are seen in a light that is totally unrepresentative of their true meaning. For example the...
Fathers Day is a widely celebrated day in June meant to honor Dads with a day to do as they please with their kids highlighting the days activities. Blaine County is a tightly knit, family oriented community that is always sure to deliver a great outing on these special days. Summer is right around the corner and summer break for students is in full swing. Often times Dad will be treated to fishing getaways or maybe a weekend of camping at a favorite getaway destination. Barbecuing is a staple a...
Former Arlee Warrior Head Coach Zanan Pitts had one of the most successful runs in Class C Boys Basketball history. Under his reign the Warriors won multiple State C Tournaments and were the first team in Class C History to qualify for four consecutive state tournaments. While his teams accomplishments on the court are forever etched in history, Pitts achievements off the court are legendary. In February of 2018 Pitts, Pend d'Oreille first descendant, helped oversee the development of the...
June 6th marked the 76th Anniversary of the Allied Invasion in France that took place on the five beaches of Normandy in 1944. The largest sea and air military assault in the history of the world was a defining moment the battle on the European Front during the final years of World War II. The long and arduous mission led to the eventual fall of Berlin and Nazi Germany in 1945. The amphibious assault featured 150,000 troops on land as well as paratroopers from above. The battle lasted months...
Registered voters in Blaine County had the opportunity to cast their ballot in one of three Primary Elections on Tuesday, June 2. Voters could choose to cast their vote in either the Republican, Democratic or Green Party Primaries. Voters were allowed to vote only one party ballot and turnout was moderate, but on pace with t Primaries held in the state. This years election was adjusted to a Mail-In Ballot Election only, due in large part to the restrictions placed on the state due to the COVID - 19 Pandemic. The following are the results of...
While many government offices, local businesses and schools were forced to dramatically reduce staff and exposure to the public, or in many case close completely due to COVID-19 Restrictions put in place by Governor Steve Bullock, the Judicial systems at the local, county, state and federal levels continued to meet the constitutional right of all those charged. Judge Perry Miller, the office of Blaine County Attorney Kelsie Harwood as well as District Court Judge Yvonne Laird all exemplified...
The Hays/Lodge Pole Thunderbird Boys Basketball team has had a remarkable run the past four seasons and that is due in large part to the amazing contribution from Head Coach Derrick Shambo. Shambo took over from one of the most successful mentors in school history, Charlie Ereaux, and continued the powerful tradition put in place. Shambo guided the Thunderbird's to a pair of Class C State Tournament appearances in 2017 and 2019. His teams were highly entertaining to watch and one could never...
