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St. Mary Rehabilitation Working Group A big thank you to Representative Zinke, Senators Tester, and Senator Daines for making sure St. Mary/Milk River funding was in the Continuing Resolution at the end of 2024 congressional session. The $46.5 million will be awarded through the Bureau of Reclamation budget under Aging Infrastructure for St. Mary & Halls Coulee Siphon repairs. At the December 18 St. Mary Rehabilitation Working Group meeting in Havre, a good crowd of 30 people from irrigators,...
8 was marked by historic elections, global unrest, and various other highlights. From wars to hurricanes to a presidential election described by some as chaotic and worrisome, the year featured multiple memorable moments. News in sports and science offered some relief from the trauma-laden headlines. Later this month, on January 20, 2025, Donald Trump will be sworn in to office as president and JD Vance as vice president. Despite (or because of) his unfiltered, reactive, and assertive...
High school seniors and college students across Montana, it's your time to shine! Starting January 1, Reach Higher Montana invites you to apply for its annual "It's Scholarship Time" program. With a single application, students can unlock access to multiple scholarships totaling tens of thousands of dollars in funding for post-secondary education. Applications close promptly on March 1, so don't miss your chance! This year's scholarship offerings include: • $2,000 Reach Higher Montana S...
rd Annual Eastern Montana Women's Conference from January 31 through February 2 in Malta. According to MFU representatives, "this conference is about food, farming, and beyond, from connections in rural communities to the science of our farms." Conference organizers invite women to join them for this gathering, where the work will focus not only on building new connections and community but on celebrating "the Ladies Who Ag!" The conference will begin on Friday with check-in and registration at...
Harlem Library The Book Challenge for January is to read a book set in the snow. Weekly programs for children and families include: Storytime on Tuesdays at 10 A.M. for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers; After School Squad for elementary students on Wednesdays at 4 P.M. and Lego Club for all ages on Thursdays at 4 P.M. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult. The Book Club is currently reading “The Five Wishes of Mr. Murray McBride” by Joe Siple. We meet on Mondays at 4 P.M. The Harlem Library and the Montana Library Net...
Weekly family friendly programs at the library include Storytime for little ones ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers on Tuesdays at 10 A.M. After School Squad for elementary students focuses on STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities and meets on Wednesdays at 4 P.M. Lego Club for all ages is held on Thursdays at 4 P.M. Preschoolers must be accompanied by an adult. The Book Club is currently reading "The Five Wishes of Mr. Murry McBride" by Joe Siple. We meet on...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center So, here we are at the close of another year. A year of fellowship. A year of good health. A year of good camaraderie. We here, at the Chinook Senior Center have been richly blessed by all of the wonderful people who partner with us to make this Center a place of JOY! We have countless people who come in every day and help in a myriad of ways. We have people who deliver meals to those who truly cannot come in and dine with us. We have people who help serve. We have people who clear the tables. We have...
Milk River Churches is an organization between American Lutheran Church of Chinook, United Methodist Church of Chinook, Chinook Presbyterian Church and First Presbyterian Church of Havre. By faith and trusting God to lead us, we unite as one body of Christ to humbly serve and share the love of Jesus Christ with each other, our communities, and the world. We gather together for worship on the first Sunday of each month. Jan 5th - 11:00 AM Chinook Presbyterian, Potluck following Worship Jan 12th - 9:00 AM Chinook Methodist Jan 19th - 9:00 AM...
William Francis Doney "Toga Winca" "Gros-Ventre Man",70, was born on November 9, 1955 and passed away with his family by his side, Wednesday morning, December 26, 2024. He grew up in Hays, MT and he worked on various ranches in the Bear Paws. He then met Cheryl Kendall in 1987 and they resided in Landusky where he worked for Charlie Swenke for 12 years and retired due to health problems. He was also a seasonal firefighter. He then moved to Lodge Pole with Cheryl and they raised their grandchildr... Full story
Merle Elwood Wiley Jr., known as Mick, passed away peacefully in his bed in Plentywood, MT on Friday, December 21 2024, at the age of 69 due to natural causes. Memorials may be sent to assist in final costs if you choose to do so. Please write Mick's name written to "Merle Wiley" (and in memo line: memorial) can be dropped off or mailed to First Bank of Montana in Chinook, MT, or sent to the donor's choice. Mick requested no memorial service, asking instead that his friends have a cup of... Full story
In preparation for the upcoming season, Montana Actors' Theatre (MAT) will be holding its 2025 Company Auditions this Saturday, January 11 for adults and on January 13-14 for youth. Adult auditions will occur at the MSUN/MAT Theatre on Cowan Drive while those for youth will take place at Havre High School. MAT is planning three dramatic productions for the coming spring: The Foal Monty, Oliver!, and The Prisoner of Second Avenue. Adult auditions for these shows will begin at 4:00 p.m. on...
Winter driving is here Blaine County. I’ll beat the dead horse: That means giving yourself a little more time to account for driving conditions. The roads in town are slick and likely to stay that way for a bit. We go through these conditions every year. This should not be a surprise for anyone. The newcomers to Blaine County may qualify for a waiver but that’s only temporary. If you’re new to Chinook, did you know there are better choices you can make besides driving north on Indiana Street (that’s towards the choo-choo noise if you struggle w...
On Friday the Chinook girls led Rocky Boy 73 to 33. The Hays-Lodgepole girls bested Box Elder 71 to 40. The boys held on but the final was Rocky Boy for 60 to the Beeters' 45. Saturday, Chinook girls brought home 56 points over Choteau's 25. The Turner girls didn't fare as well, putting up 24 points against North Country's 42. Harlem girls fought hard for their 40 but Fairvew saw victory with 47. The Harlem boys defeated Fairview 51 to 43. Beeter boys weren't as fortunate with Choteau taking it...
The Fort Belknap Community Economic Development Corporation (FBCEDC) is spearheading a groundbreaking geothermal greenhouse initiative at the Wasay Wakpa Community Gardens, located in Lodgepole on the south side of the Fort Belknap Reservation. The project, one of only four in Montana, is a first-of-its-kind, DIY endeavor designed to provide a comprehensive blueprint for others interested in replicating this model. With a 162-foot “Greenhouse in the Snow” already purchased, the greenhouse will promote year-round food production, sus...
The Friends of the Pool and Park Foundation are extremely excited to announce that another donor has come forth with a Challenge Grant to the Community! The Browning Kimball Foundation has so graciously pledged $50,000 towards the Chinook Pool Project if we can raise $50,000 in match funds from individuals, businesses, community and civic groups, local governments or through fundraising projects or events. The Browning Kimball Foundation has set a timeline to have the funds raised of September 1...
