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Construction to Harlem schools is progressing nicely according to Marty Dirden, Facilities Director for Harlem schools. "Demolition is done at the high school and they are compacting and preparing to pour the foundations," said Dirden. At the elementary school, they are beginning to dig out the footprint. The next step will be to extend the existing gas and water lines. This will allow for a fire suppression system. Construction started in June of this year and if all goes well, is expected to l...
When classes began at Turner Public Schools on August 19, they did so with a new administrator at the helm: Mrs. Jennifer McAllister. McAllister, who is replacing Mr. Tony Warren, came to Turner from Opheim School District in Valley County, where she served as the school district's superintendent. McAllister's 20 plus years of experience in education spans an array of different positions. These include roles in special education, music, gifted and talented programs, grades 2 through 8 teaching,...
By Donna Miller BCJ News In May, the Northeastern Arts Network (NEAN) of Montana announced its 2024-2025 Big Sky Concert Series. The program will kick-off from September 23-27 when the Montana Repertory Theatre will present Monster + Farmer: A Frankenstein Tale by JM Christiansen. Performance stops will include Sidney, Glasgow, Malta, and Dodson. When the artists perform in Dodson at 9:30 on Monday morning, September 23, students from Turner Public Schools will travel to attend. "This program is...
State Superintendent Elsie Arntzen announced recently that the Office of Public Instruction (OPI) is allocating $1.5 million in federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds to Montana teachers for math and reading projects. OPI has partnered with DonorsChoose, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit, to offer $500 direct grants to all K-12 public school teachers in Montana while the funds last. “Dollars closest to the classroom lead to greater academic achievement for our students,” said Arntzen. “These precious feder...
Harlem Library The library board will meet today, Aug. 28, 4:30 P.M. in the library meeting room. The library will be closed Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. Programs will resume the first week of Sept. Storytime for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers meets on Tuesdays at 10 A.M. Elementary students are invited to After School Squad on Wednesdays at 4:15 (note change of time.) All ages are welcome to Lego Club on Thursdays at 4:15 (note change of time.) Preschool children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. The Book Club...
Today, August 28, the Harlem Library board of trustees will hold their monthly meeting at 4:30 in the library meeting room. Fall programming will start up again the first week of September. Children’s programs include Storytime for the little ones ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers which meets on Tuesday mornings at 10 A.M. Elementary students are encouraged to come to After School Squad which focuses on STEAM activities including science, technology, engineering, art and math. After School Squad in held on Wednesdays at 4:15 (note the c...
The Blaine County Library will be closed Monday September 2nd, in observance of Labor Day. The library will be partnering with the Blaine County Museum to host a book club. The books will primarily be those written by Montana authors and/or those that take place in Montana. The plan is to have the first meeting in late September or early October. We are trying to get an idea of how many people would be interested in joining us, so if this is something you would like to participate in, let one of us know! You can call or stop into the museum or...
Hello From the Chinook Senior Center We have had many opportunities to share time with community members over this past week, for a variety of activities. We had wonderful music today, by Gene Allen and Sheri Neuens. It was enjoyed by many, however we would love for you to join us for these fabulous musicians. There were empty chairs, and I would LOVE to fill them up! We will have Dr. Benjamin Farr here, at our Center on Wed., Aug. 28th @ 11:00 (this is a change from the 12:30 time, previously). Please come and listen to the information that...
Donald "Don" F. Ryan, 90, of Riverton, Wyoming passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the Help for Health hospice Home in Riverton with family by his side. A service to celebrate Don's life will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 26, 2024 at the Davis Funeral Home in Riverton with military honors. All are also welcome to join the family for a reception at the Reach Clubhouse following the service. Private family inurnment will take place at the Mountain View cemetery in Riverton. Donald Ferns Ryan...
The Presbyterian Church of Chinook (its legal name) celebrated its 125th anniversary last weekend. Members said planning for last weekend's 125th anniversary celebration began more than a year ago. One challenge, early on, was how to pronounce and spell 'quasquicentennial.' The planners soon agreed 'the 125th' made more sense and was certainly easier to say and write. A few weeks ago, the word went out inviting current and former members, the Milk River Churches, surrounding sister...
BCJ Sports The fall sports season is upon us, and with that, the Chinook Sugarbeeters are hard at work in the gym and gearing up for the 2024 season. The 'Beeter Volleyball program is led by new Head Coach, Tess Langford. Langford was the assistant coach the last several seasons and is very familiar with the program and the athletes. "While I am new to this role as head coach, I am not new to this program. We were very lucky to have had Paula Molyneaux at the helm for so many years. She really...
BCJ Sports Fall sports are underway at Harlem High School and the Lady Cats are ready to take the court. The Lady Cats have been working hard in the gym since Friday, August 16, preparing for the season. Volleyball continues to grow in Harlem with 36 out this season providing 3 full rosters. Kim Faulkinberry is back as head coach this year. She's excited about what she has seen through the first week of practice. "We have 36 girls out for volleyball this season", she said. "A week into...
BCJ Sports Cross Country has been competing at the high school level for 60 years. Boys Cross Country first competed as a Montana High School Association (MHSA) sanctioned sport in the fall of 1964, consisting of two classifications, 'A' and 'B'. Eventually, it was modified to include Class AA and Class C to stay uniform with basketball. Teams have concluded their season in October every year since, with the State Champions being crowned for each class. The girls first competed in Cross Country...
