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The First Bank of Montana has been very active in the communities all along the Hi-line and play a vital role in planning the future for many. Last week the bank staff took it one step further by inviting everyone to stop by and enjoy a Traveling Taco, a cookie and some cool refreshments as they celebrated 'Customer Appreciation Day'....
Due to dry and windy conditions in Blaine County, Blaine County Commissioners are implementing a “burn ban” effective immediately. All burning associated with debris disposal or agricultural clearing is prohibited until further notice. The burn ban applies to all outdoor burning except recreational cooking fires. No new burn permits will be issued, and all current permits are suspended until conditions improve and the burn ban is lifted. The public is reminded that even the smallest spark has the potential to cause significant damage, so ple...
On Monday, July 15, Heather DePriest, Chinook High School (CHS) All-Class Reunion Administrator, presented the Sweet Park Board with a check for $9,875.00 from the proceeds of the Brewfest held during the 2019 CHS All-Class Reunion. Organizer of the Brewfest, Kelsey Harry declared the event a success. "I think our brew fest was absolutely a success. Doing it in conjunction with the All-Class Reunion helped us a lot. We had anywhere from 380-400 people there! I couldn't believe the support we...
Harlem High School (HHS) will be celebrating its 100th anniversary at the end of this month when graduates from the HHS classes of 1919-2019 will gather to reminisce and reconnect. A committee of spirited individuals have organized three full days of reunion activities from August 30-September 1. For individuals who haven’t already registered, registration begins at 10:00 on Friday at the Little Rockies Senior Center located at 116 Main Street South in Harlem, and activities get underway at noon with a walk down memory lane when graduates w...
A group of nine people met on July 29, resurrecting the name Zurich Association of Parents (ZAP) as their name for the committee that is planning a Zurich Elementary School all-class reunion. The reunion event has been set for June 12-13 in 2020. "We're looking for pictures, names and addresses of former students, and volunteers to help with the organization and planning pieces of the reunion," Planning Committee member Sandy Miller said. "From what we gather, we are hoping to put together a...
After our very successful dinner and silent auction in April, the team began packing and preparing for this mission. We left on May 16th and arrived on the 17th. To say the least, it was a long journey. There were 15 members on the team including Peggy Perry and Arlys Williams (NP)from Chinook, Dr. Carly Robertson, Bev Hagen, Carole Crosby, Marilyn Granell from Havre, Diane Brown (RN), Patrick (PA) and Kathy Armstrong from Chester, Jan Driscoll from Stevensville, Tim (PT)and Mary Nielsen (RN),...
July 31, 2019 Sympathy is extended to Carol and Duane Klindworth and family of Bill Hay. Bill passed away this past week in Havre. Susan Billmayer went to Denver for her cousin, Patty’s birthday along with other cousins that have been here visiting other Burns relatives in the area. Elissa and Jordan Zellmer and family returned last week from a family reunion in Minnesota. The relatives were on her Mother’s side. They took in points of interest on their return trip. Bible School will be in session this week at the Lutheran Church in Tur...
Susan Fox spent a few days visiting Bob and Lynette Fox and Lyvee in Buffalo, WY this week. Billie Jo, Hudson, and Mary Simons were to Sidney to cheer Hudson and the Harlem Swim team on at the State Swim Meet this week. Everyone did a great job!! Paula Cole and friend Paul, and Emily Cole from Sandy, Utah and Adam Cole from Bozeman, Lucy and Tom Fairbank, Sandi and Ron Thompson, Linda and Bob Brandon, Dylan Welsh and friend Katie, and Vanessa Harmon celebrated Don Harmon’s 75th birthday this weekend at the Don and Bonnie Harmon home. They a...
Longtime resident of the Hi-Line, Lois Elaine Nemes (Hansen), 91, passed away peacefully July 29, 2019. Mrs. Nemes was born November 7, 1927 at Deaconess Hospital in Havre, Montana, to B. Irene and Elmer F. Hansen, founding members of the Havre community. She attended school at Sunnyside Elementary, Devlin Middle-School, old Havre Junior High, and the old Havre High. After graduating in 1945, she spent two years studying at Northern Montana College before attending Montana State University Bozeman graduating with her bachelor’s degree in S... Full story
Philomene "Tootsie" Rose (Doney) Hawley, 98, went to be with the Lord on Saturday July 27, 2019. She was surrounded by loving family. Tootsie was born in Malta , MT on July 7, 1921 to Florence (Gardner) and John B. Doney. She had a very adventurous childhood, crossing the Missouri River in a wagon at age 5. She attended Mission Boarding School, where she worked in the bakery. This was the beginning of her legendary baking. On June 25, 1936, John Byard Hawley and Tootsie were wed. Of this union n... Full story
Marjorie "Marji" Sapp, 87, passed away due to natural causes at Sweet Memorial Nursing Home in Chinook on Thursday, August 1, 2019. Cremation has taken place, and memorial services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2019, at First Lutheran Church with Pastor Paul Balaban officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Her family has suggested memorial donations be made in Marjorie's name to Sweet Memorial Nursing Home, the Havre Eagles' Club, or the Havre Animal Shelter. Hollan... Full story
Gerald M. Schubert, - Havre, mt. Gerald M. Schubert, died of complications from COPD on Friday, July 26, 2019, at the young age of 87. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of Gerald’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 15, 2019, at the Havre Eagles Hall, 202 First Street. Gerald’s family has suggested memorial donations be made in his name to the Friends of Beaver Creek Park, PO Box 2604, Havre, MT 59501. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit Gerald’s online memorial page and l... Full story
Children who participated in the Summer Reading program have until August 9 to return their reading logs. Drawings for the grand prizes will take place August. 12. Thanks to all who joined in the fun this summer! The library will be closed August 12 for carpet cleaning. The Book Challenge for August is to read a book with a question for the title. We have a selection for you to choose from. The library will be open five more hours per week starting in September. We would like your input concerning our hours of operation. We also invite you to...
Kids who are reading and turning in time logs will have until Friday August 9th to turn in time logs. We will draw for prizes after 5:00 on the 9th and contact the winners. The reader with the most hours will win an after-hours pizza party. Accelerated Reader tests for Chinook schools and Zurich can be taken until school starts. We are excited to announce a special program coming in September. Tuesday September 10th Blaine County Library will be hosting Montana author Jamie Ford. Ford will be talking in Harlem on Monday evening and Havre on...
Be sure and mark your calendars for August 10th! The Center will be having a Saturday morning brunch! Times are from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00. We will be serving pancakes, hash browns, toast, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy and fruit. This is Wanda’s last day cooking for us! She has done a great job of cooking and has been a joy to have around. You can get a FREE Senior Citizen Pass for all the HOME sporting events at Harlem High School. Just pick one up at the High School Business Office. It is good for the rest of your life here in Harlem...
Our Meals This Week Wed., Aug. 7 - Pork, Bean & Rice Burrito Thur., Aug. 8 - Hot Beef Sandwich Fri., Aug. 9 - Baked Salmon Filet Mon., Aug. 12 - Spaghetti & Meat Balls Tues., Aug. 13 - Chicken Cheese & Rice Casserole...
Column No. 23 Since moving to Whitlash I'd notice vehicles, usually pickups, with Canadian plates stopped at the local post office. Recently I came across a newspaper story out of northern Washington state that described how U.S. border cities have many Canadians who rent post office boxes and support a sizeable number of private "parcel and courier services" that cater to Canadians getting mail and packages in the U.S. I wanted to learn why U.S. Postal Service boxes were in such demand in...
The summer swim season came to an end this past weekend in Sidney, Montana as the Montana Federation of Swimmers summer season concluded with the State Meet. The Chinook Lions swim team swam very well, capturing the Class A Division Team Championship. The Lions had one individual High Point winner, Katie Tilleman and four individual state champions and two relay wins as well. The Harlem swim team had an exceptional season in the pool and finished second at the state meet in the Class B Division....
After scrutiny by carcass contest judges, three Blaine County 4-H members-Cody Arnold, Ryley Hofeldt, and Madilyn Gruszie-have earned 2019 Montana Steer of Merit Honors. Earning such an honor takes into consideration many factors-several of which begin with genetics. The Steer of Merit (SOM) program is a statewide beef carcass contest that is overseen by an SOM Committee consisting of Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) members and Montana State University (MSU) Extension representatives....
The Aero Bar served as a gathering spot for many decades. Located on the west side of Indiana street on the 200 block it was a fixture within the community. In January of 2019 ownership changed hands with JoAnne and JD Powell taking over. They soon changed the name to the Bear Paw Saloon and began work on upgrading and modernizing the establishment. The couple had long wanted to open a bar and when this opportunity came along they were all in. With the idea being to attract a larger crowd, the thought of hosting ‘Open Mic’ nights, bands and...
On Saturday, July 27, the Eagles Club in Chinook played host to the Summer Bar Olympics which was sponsored by Baker Amusement. Four four-person co-ed teams competed in pool, darts, bowling, and corn hole. After accumulating points in each event, the Cowboys N Indians team comprised of Dave Azure, Charley Humphreys, Laine Jorgensen, and Kathleen Adams was declared the winner. In addition to the $25.00 per person entry fee, eighty percent of which went towards the winner's pool, Baker Amusement a...
Five hog exhibitors and two lamb exhibitors at the Blaine County Fair have won awards in recent carcass contests conducted by the Montana State University (MSU) Extension Program. Madilyn Gruszie, Gracie Skoyen, Alyssa Gruszie, Morgan Friede, and Koleman Anderson all met Montana Swine Symbol of Excellence (SOE) Standards. Four of the five hogs exhibited by these five youth were bred by Gruszie Show Pigs. Those meeting Certified Lamb criteria as set forth by the Montana Youth Lamb Certification...
