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Veterans of the United States Military are recognized in ceremonies across the country on the eleventh day of the eleventh month at 11:11 in the morning in celebration of Veterans Day. The purpose of the day is to honor all those who have served or are currently serving and remember those who gave all. Veterans Day began as Armistice Day and was first celebrated in 1926 after a congressional resolution. Armistice Day was celebrated on the eleventh day of the eleventh month at 11:11 a.m., the exact day and time that World War I ended in 1918....
Seven members from the Chinook FFA Chapter attended the 97th National FFA Convention and Expo that was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 23-26, 2024. Those in attendance not only heard a keynote address from Kevin Wanzer but also participated in various academies to advance their learning. The National FFA Convention and Expo showcased more than 300 exhibitors representing agriculture, colleges, fundraising, the U.S. Armed Services, and auto and truck manufacturers. "One reason we attend...
The Harlem Wildcats are a finalist out of ten schools in a $50,000 grant presented by the SoFi Game Changers Challenge! This grant can help revolutionize and propel the athletic program for the Harlem School District. Currently, the Montana Public School District #12 has outdated lighting systems and a deteriorating track. The lighting had been installed in the 1970s. This long period has unfortunately led to not only dimming the light of the field but also dimming the future of student...
During September, which is recognized nationally as Suicide Prevention Month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. In that spirit, the Blaine County Health Department sponsored a coloring contest. Winners were announced in mid-October, and among those winning artists were three Turner Public School (TPS) students: Natalie Richman, Evelyn Handran, and Tessa Cowan. Valerie Beck, a registered...
Chinook Blood Drive - Tuesday, November 12th, 2024 ‘Tis the season for helping others! Donating blood is an incredible way to help those in need, and with the holiday season fast approaching, what better way is there to help those in need than with the gift of a blood donation? According to the American Red Cross, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. While blood donations are needed all year long, unfortunately, demand for blood during the holidays coincides with lower availability of donors due to vacations and holiday a...
Altana Federal Credit Union is pleased to welcome Mike Kellam as the new AVP of Ag Lending. Mike will be leading Altana's efforts to serve local farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses by providing innovative, personalized financial solutions to support our community's continued growth. Mike grew up on his family's ranch south of Chinook and graduated from Chinook High School. He furthered his education at Montana State University in Bozeman and went on to earn his business degree from Montana...
Harlem Library The Book Challenge for Nov. is to read a book set in Montana. The library is celebrating National Native American Heritage month in November. Come see the display of star quilts loaned to us from community members. You may still bring star quilts marked with your name to display. Join us for a Native American cultural evening on Nov. 13, 6 P.M. There will be presentations and refreshments. The library will be closed Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Book Club members should pick up the new book “Great Circle” by Maggie Ships...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center We had another great week, here! WE had Elaine Morse from the H.Earl Clack museum, in for a presentation on Homesteading on Wed., Oct. 23rd and found her presentation very interesting and enjoyable. Our next in the Speaker Series (in partnership with Sam French, Blaine County Museum Director, will be Wed., Nov. 13th @ 5:30: Micah Chang: presenting Agriculture during WWl & WWll. If you are able to come in and enjoy these presentations, PLEASE DO SO! We feel very fortunate to have these here and would enjoy yo...
The Book Challenge for November is to read a book set in Montana. If you have completed October’s Book Challenge be sure to notify the library to have your name entered to win a gift certificate from a local business. November is National Native American Heritage Month. In celebration the library is hosting a display of star quilts on loan from community members. You may still bring your quilt or quilts marked with your name to the library to add to the display. The library will host a Native American cultural evening November 13, 6 P.M. w...
Let’s face it, we’ve all faced some dreadful days lately. Don’t even try to deny it. As I write this, voters have yet to go to the polls. Even today, I dread going to the mailbox only to find it stuffed with paper representations of money well wasted. I dread answering the phone when it nags in the evenings. I dread turning on the TV at home, turning on the radio in my car, even checking my e-mail that’s spattered with click-bait political ads. And I’m convinced that you dread these things too. By the time this little monologue goes to press,...
Veteran's Day is celebrated on November 11. It is a day to honor all of the men and women who have bravely served in our nation's armed services. There will be a special celebration for all veterans from Harlem and the surrounding communities on Monday November 11 at Harlem High School. Veterans and their families are welcome to attend with a continental breakfast beginning at 8:30 am in the library followed by small group sessions with the students who have been preparing some questions for the...
Our sweet beloved Blair passed away unexpectedly on October 23rd, 2024. Blair was born on September 23rd 1988 to parents Sandra and Val Widmer. She was raised with siblings Vern, Kerry, Cory, Eddy, Megan, and RJ whom she loved very much. Blair was a wild child growing up, she was mischievous and very good at climbing the counters to get to the sugar mom hid in the cabinet. Blair grew up with her siblings in a small area east of Chinook, Montana. Sandra certainly had her hands full with this... Full story
Daniel Dale Maloney, a deep-rooted northern Phillips County rancher, passed away peacefully with his wife Helen, of nearly 70 years, by his side. Dan was born in Dodson, MT June 11th, 1931 to Christy and Mary (Andrews) Maloney. He joined two older sisters, Rita and Agnes. The family was complete when the youngest sister Dorothy arrived. Dan attended the Sunnyslope School in Loring, MT until the 8th grade. He then moved to Malta with his two older sisters to attend high school. The three kids... Full story
Lawrence L. Miller, 89, passed away on October 29, 2024 at the Sweet Memorial Nursing Home with his wife, Sheri, by his side. Lawrence was born and raised in the Milk River Valley by Paul and Mabel Miller. He married Sheri Corrigan on August 9, 1958. They were happily married for 66 years. They spent the first 4 years of their married life around Great Falls where he worked in construction. In 1962, they moved back to Chinook where they raised two boys, Lawny and Alan, and farmed irrigated land.... Full story
Yolonda Lee (Russell) Johnson, known as Yoyo, was the 3rd of seven children born to Wallace and Bonnie Russell. Ready to take a bite out of life Yoyo was born with two front teeth in Sidney, Mt on February 10, 1952. Her love for animals, pranks, art, music, fun and laughter all molded her character and life. Yoyo attended school in Harlem, MT, was active in 4-H; Order of Rainbow for Girls; softball league and VFW Axillary. Later in life she became a member of the First Presbyterian Church of... Full story
This week the Chinook Sugarbeeters (7-3) traveled to Missoula to face off against the Valley Christian Eagles (9-1). The 'Beeter boys have had an amazing season, and the first round was nothing short of spectacular. Amid a cold and rainy field, the 'Beeters Football team wasted no time in pulling ahead in quarter one, round one of the 2024 MHSA Football Champion Series. The Eagles came out onto the field and had a short-lived lead of 3 seven minutes into the game. After shaking off their nerves...
The Chinook girls were busy this weekend playing in four matches total and qualifying for the Divisional tournament, securing 3rd place at the District Tournament. The Chinook girls swept the court in their first two matches and got swept away in their final two. The 'Beeter girls had an outstanding performance in the tournament. Brook Fetter and Sami Malsam led the team in digs. Addison Olsen had a lock on the assists, averaging about 23 assists per game. Rilee Molyneaux and Amyerah Kelly kept...
The Harlem Wildcats Volleyball team took on the District Volleyball Tournament this weekend. The Ladycats fell against Malta in their first match 3-0. In the Ladycats second match, they swept Poplar away 3-1. Rolling over into their third match, the Wildcats fell to Glasgow 3-0. Harlem advanced to the Northern B Divisional Tournament, November 7-9. The Lady Cats will take on the #1 team from 1B, Fairfield, on Thursday, November 7th at 10:00 a.m. in Shelby. Malta (3) 25 25 25 Harlem (0) 11 6 17...
