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One of the most impressive displays of the Northern Lights observed in the past 20 years occurred on October 11 across Montana's Hi-Line. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the aurora borealis spectacle that dazzled many who were fortunate enough to step outside that night was due to a severe geomagnetic storm. NOAA's webpage issued a "SEVERE Geomagnetic Storm ALERT" on October 10, sharing information about the storm's having strengthened and reached G4...
The University of Montana’s Maureen and Mike Mansfield Center has developed a free program called Big Sky LEAD (Leadership, Engagement, and Development) for high school students from across Montana. Open to fifteen Montana high school students (sophomores through seniors) who have demonstrated an interest in leadership, community service, and civic engagement, Big Sky LEAD aims to develop the next generation of Montana civic leaders. Applications are due on November 8. Tyson Warner, Program Officer for Democracy Youth Engagement, encourages a...
Work at Babb, Montana on the St. Mary's Siphon Project is moving forward on schedule according to Project Director Jennifer Patrick. "All of the excavation phase is completed and the siphon pipes are starting to arrive," said Patrick. The pipe is 7.5 feet in diameter and arrives in different lengths due to the connections, some as much as 40 feet. Pro-Pipe Corporation based in Huson, Montana is making the pipe. "We get about 6 pipes a day," said Patrick, "about 1000 feet a day." Around 3200 feet...
It’s almost Halloween here in Harlem – a time for ghosts, jack-o-lanterns and lots of candy. But where did Halloween come from? Halloween is a holiday celebrated each year on October 31. The tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honor all saints. The church incorporated some of the traditions of Samhain into All Saints Day. The evening before was known as All Hallows Eve...
Harlem Library Today, Oct. 30, the Harlem Library Board will meet at 4:30 for their monthly meeting. If you have completed the Oct. Book Challenge be sure to let the library know. The November Book Challenge is to read a book set in Montana. The library will be displaying star quilts during the month of November in observance of National Native American Heritage Month. Drop your quilts off this week marked with your name if you are willing to loan us your quilt or quilts. The library will be closed Nov. 5 Election Day. Blaine County Library...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center We have had a very full week, with the sad passing of Dale Hofeldt, whom everyone knew and loved. So sad to say goodbye to this friend. Keep the family in your prayers, as they have had way too much loss. We had a wonderful day, with many fine ladies in our community helping to make pies for our very successful Pie Social last Saturday. It was well attended and everyone had a great time. Marilyne Berger donated Ice Cream for this, however, I forgot to take it out. Some days get very busy. I will need to...
The Harlem Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular monthly meeting today, October 30 at 4:30 P.M. in the library meeting room. The Book Challenge for November is to read a book set in Montana. If you have completed the October Book Challenge please let the library staff know. The library will be closed November 5 Election Day. The Friends of the Harlem Library group is currently holding its annual membership drive. This non-profit, tax-exempt organization supports library causes and services. It also works to support the library...
By Cody McCracken Over the next couple of weeks, the voters of Blaine County will cast their ballots for a long list of important offices and ballot measures. At the top of that ballot will be the candidates for President of the United States. Some of you may think that your vote for this high office will not have much of an impact on the ultimate outcome. However, as Blaine County voters, we may have a greater impression on who wins the presidency than voters anywhere else. This is because Blaine County is the greatest predictor of...
Lila Mae (Felton) Leeds, 97, passed away Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024, at her home in Northern Montana Care Center in Havre. Lila was preceded in death by her parents; her in-laws, Harvey and Hester Leeds; her husband, John, in 1996, and her sister Peg Fuglevand in 1988. Her sister Ann Bain of Everett, Washington, passed away Sunday, Oct. 20, three days after Lila. She is survived by her sister Bea Molitor of Havre; sisters-in-law Ann Leeds and Kathy Leeds; children, Frank (Gail) of Seattle, Teresa... Full story
Lucille Demarest Ritter, born in Great Falls, MT on October 15, 1922, passed away at the age of 102 on October 17, 2024. Lucille was raised on a ranch in the Sweetgrass Hills, graduated from Chester High at the age of 16. She married Clarence Ritter of Rudyard, MT in Seattle on January 2, 1942. They moved to a farm in Turner, MT in 1945 where they raised kids, grain and a few cows. They retired and moved to Lakeside, MT in 1976. Lucille was a great homemaker, a loving mom, a wonderful neighbor,... Full story
Michael George Lonewolf passed away October 3, 2024 in Havre, MT. A funeral service was held Friday, October 18, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Church in Fort Belknap, MT. Michael was born July 12, 1971 to Lois Speakthunder and Leon Red Heil in Fort Belknap. He grew up and spent most of his time in Fort Belknap, MT and lived briefly in Bismark, ND. He attended Chemawa Indian School and Standing Rock Community High School. He then obtained his GED and CDL and worked briefly at the Bakken Oil... Full story
You know, Lord, had to ‘eavesdrop’ a bit when a small group gathered. One lad said, “Auntie, some lady gave my mom a silly calendar with weird things written by each day. Mom opened it, looked things over, then started to laugh and said, ‘Laddy, would you believe on your birthday, in March, it shows that your day, the 23rd, it’s ‘Chip and Dip Day’ and neighbor, Helen’s day, the 1st, is Peanut Butter Lover’s Day.’ And look at this, the 3rd – which is Uncle John’s birthday, it shows that one is supposed to wear red? Can we even imagine Uncle J...
Hunting season is in full swing and hunters young and old are searching for that memorable hunt. As we have done in the past the Journal is recognizing successful hunts by our local sportsman, focused primarily on our youth hunters. These young hunters have taken full advantage of the Montana Fish Wildlife and Parks Apprentice program and have went on to have great success. This program allows young hunters to get in the field and harvest an animal under the watchful eye of an approved...
The All-Class State Cross Country meet was held this past Saturday at UofM Golf Course in Missoula. The Harlem Boys team shined bright at the State Meet. The boys qualified as a team and earned a 6th place finish out of 27 teams. Individually, it was Ethan Walker who led the way for the Wildcats. Walker finished the course in a time of 16:14.1, earning him a fourth place finish as well as All State honors. Walker was one to watch entering the State meet, and he did not disappoint. Congrats,...
The Harlem Wildcats traveled to Choteau to face off against the Bulldogs. The Wildcats gave a valiant effort to hold off the Bulldogs. Ultimately, the Bulldogs were a much larger challenge than what may have been anticipated. In quarter one, the Choteau Bulldogs wasted no time in making 3 touchdowns and 2 completed one- and two-point conversions, they left quarter one with a score of 21-0. The Wildcats continued to hold back the Bulldogs as they entered the second quarter. While Wildcat defense held true, the Choteau Bulldogs scored two more...
The Chinook Sugarbeeters were hosted by the Longhorns in Fort Benton for a rowdy and intense game of football! Although a lionhearted endeavor, the Longhorns ultimately took the victory. In quarter one, the Longhorns didn't waste time in making their first touchdown just 51 seconds into the game. After a failed conversion, the score was 6-0. The 'Beeters made their return to the 22-yard line. Shortly after returning the ball, the 'Beeters put their first touchdown and complete two-point...
The Ladycats shared their home court with the Poplar Indians. Although the Ladycats started strong in their first set, Poplar pulled away, ending the set 25-9. With the Indians taking set one, the Ladycats were determined in their second set giving a good challenge but succumbing to a score of 25-19. The Ladycats were committed to taking set three. As both teams kept the score neck-and-neck, the Poplar Indians pulled ahead. The Indians ended the final set 25-22, sweeping all three sets....
The Chinook 'Beeters' volleyball team played Choteau on Thursday and fell short, losing in five sets. Saturday, the 'Beeters beat Conrad in three sets. This secured a third seed spot in the District Tournament in Choteau next weekend! The 'Beeter girls faced off against the Choteau Bulldogs in an amazing spectacle of volleyball. Set one ended with 25-27, set two with 13-25, set three 25-18, set four with 25-20, and set five 8-15. Amyerah Kelly had 13 kills out of the team total of 48. Brook...
Living: Richard Louis Stuker of Chinook; Legacy: John Stuker of Chinook. RICHARD LOUIS STUKER DISTRICT 4 – YEAR 2025 Richard Louis Stuker was born on December 3, 1954, in Havre, Montana to John and Fay (Vercruyssen) Stuker. He was the fourth of seven children each born one year apart. Richard spent his early childhood on the family ranch 35 miles north of Chinook, on the Canadian border. Indoor plumbing was not installed in the house until he was eleven. The outhouse was furnished with a S...
Several Democratic candidates running for office in Montana made a stop in Chinook last Wednesday at the Blaine County Library meeting room. Among those attending the meet and greet were Senator Jon Tester, Attorney General Candidate, Ben Alke, Lieutenant Governor candidate, Raph Graybill, candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction, Shannon O'Brien, and Clerk of the Supreme Court Candidate, Erin Farris-Olsen. Candidates mingled with voters and guests introducing themselves and taking...
