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Although "once in a blue moon" is an idiom that refers to something extremely rare in occurrence, that poetic phrase doesn't really make scientific sense. After all, blue moons are not so rare. The full moon that rose on August 22, brought sky watchers a seasonal illumination that occurs about once every two to three years. However, the devil may be in the details since the term "blue moon" actually has two definitions, according to NASA. In the first, the second full moon that occurs within a...
After eighteen years of service to Chinook Pharmacy, Darla Fisher is moving to Helena. To celebrate her service, Kelcey and Nancy Diemert invited the public to stop by 300 Indiana Street on August 26 or 27 "to have some cake and to wish Darla well." Many people commented on Fisher's leaving by expressing sentiments similar to this individual's: "Thank you for all your kindness and help. We will miss your smiling, happy face. Enjoy your retirement! You will be missed!" Despite the sentiment on...
A project to stabilize headstones of veterans buried in Kuper Cemetery (northwest of Chinook) and Alice Nash Cemetery (south Blaine County) will soon be completed. The project involved making and installing concrete pads under the low-profile headstones provided to eligible veterans by the Veterans Administration (VA). Mick Thompson, Cemetery Board Chairman, said about 170 pads were made onsite and installed at the Kuper Cemetery and eight at the Alice Nash Cemetery. The project was directed...
There's a new doctor in town, and he's looking forward to helping people care for their animals. Seth Phillips, DVM, recently accepted a position with Blaine County Veterinary Service. His first day on the job was June 18. Dr. Phillips graduated from Northwest Missouri State in May 2017 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Animal Science Pre-Vet. While at Northwest, he played football for three years and also focused on three core areas with his coursework: science, research and experiential...
Harlem Library Contact the library if you have completed the Book Challenge for Aug. September’s Book Challenge is to read the first book you touch on a shelf with your eyes closed! The library will be closed Labor Day, Sept. 6. Book Club members may pick up their copy of “The Return” by Nicholas Sparks Sept. 7-10. The first discussion will be Sept. 13, 4 P.M. at the library. Masks are recommended. The library is planning a Rock Painting Party as part of the Harlem Rocks community project on Sept. 16 from noon to 6 P.M. at the library. Story...
Every hunting season, there are reports of vandalizing of Block Management Area (BMA) boxes, hunters driving off road, trespassing, hunters being shot over, littering, livestock being shot, and more. With upland bird and mourning dove seasons beginning on Sept. 1, and big game archery on Sept. 4, we encourage everyone to be good stewards of the land. Below are just a few reminders (in no particular order) that hunters and all outdoor enthusiasts should be aware of when enjoying our resources: Prevent wildfires- Be aware of fire danger, county r...
"Journal" readers may have seen the earthmoving equipment working along the north side of the Blaine County Wildlife Museum. That activity is part of the site preparation for a new addition to the existing wildlife museum. The addition was made possible through the generosity of the Brown-Monson Foundation based in New Hampshire. Here's some of the background of the museum, the gift and how the new addition will be used. A short history of the Blaine County Wildlife Museum The idea for a...
Jordan, Elissa, Caleb, Brady, and Gracie Zellmer attended the wedding of their niece/cousin Melissa Hiniker and Garrett Lee this past weekend in Hogeland. Congratulations to the newlyweds! Sympathy is extended from the Big Flat community to the family of Eloise Nace who passed away recently. Susan Billmayer and Linda Hauge were over to visit Jane Krass on Thursday. The Hogeland Lutheran ladies were busy Friday morning making salads and beans for the wedding reception on Saturday. Several ladies and gentlemen helped serve the food on Saturday....
Hattie Marie Bretzke, age 95, passed away due to natural causes at Sweet Memorial Nursing Home on Saturday, August 21, 2021. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 26, 2021, at Holland & Bonine Funeral Chapel, with burial to follow in Highland Cemetery. Hattie's family has suggested memorial donations be made in her memory to Sweet Memorial Nursing Home for the Employee Appreciation Fund or to the charity of the donor's choice. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrust... Full story
Gregory Morris Powderface, Not-tzi-nit-da "White horn" died of natural causes on August 21, 2021. He was born to Ivin Lee Powderface and Marilyn Julia Gone in Missoula, MT on May 24th, 1968. He attended elementary and middle school in Bozeman, Harlem, and Ellendale, ND. He attended all his high school years and graduated from Havre High School as the senior class president. Greg attended the University of Chicago immediately after High School for two years, while at Chicago, Greg was so very... Full story
Lila K. Brown, 75, passed away due to natural causes at Northern Montana Hospital on Thursday, August 26, 2021. Wake services will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 29, 2021, and will continue until her funeral service, which will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, August 30, 2021, all at the Fort Belknap Community Center. Burial will follow in the Brown Family Cemetery near 3 Buttes. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit Lila’s online memorial page and leave a message of condolence for her family at w... Full story
The library is planning to begin in person programs in September. The Book Club members may pick up the new selection “The Return” by Nicholas Sparks September 7-10 at the library. The first discussion will be Monday, September 13, 4 P.M. in the library meeting room. Masks are recommended. Storytime for children ages 0-5 and parents/caregivers will be held each Tuesday at 10 A.M. in the library meeting room beginning September 7. Elementary students are invited to After School Squad on Wednesdays at 3:30 P.M. beginning September 8. Masks are...
Blaine County Library will be closed Monday September 3rd in observance of Labor Day. Our Fall programs will begin Tuesday September 7th. Mondays will be Hangout for grades 7 and 8 from 3:30 to 4:30. Story Time for ages 6 and under will be Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Hangout for grades 5 and 6 will be Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30. LEGO Club will be from 3:30 to 4:30 on Thursdays. This year we will be offering a movie on Fridays after school is dismissed and all school aged kids are welcome to attend. We will start the movies at approximately 12:45. Mo...
You know, Lord, a while back, a friend shared about bearing a grudge against one of your children who was one of their friends, adding that hanging onto bitterness and keeping alive grudges is truly consuming work. She was exhausted and really didn’t know what to do, as bearing a grudge was/is hard work as it left little energy for blessing others, praising God, or even enjoying life. Then she read that the only way to get over a bitter heart toward others is to actively love and serve them in ways that will bless their lives. If we can’t do...
Ambitious, dedicated, passionate, and goal-oriented are some of the attributes that describe the newest members of the teaching faculty at Harlem Junior/Senior High School. Principal, Bonnie Nesslar welcomes five members to her faculty and staff. Joining the Harlem Junior/Senior High School (HHS) as the junior high math instructor, Jessica Stiffarm is an enrolled member of the Aaniiih tribe from Fort Belknap, Montana. She herself graduated from Harlem High School before going on to earn...
When Zurich Elementary School students returned to their classrooms, saying goodbye to carefree summer days on August 18, they encountered a new teacher. Hired in late May, Mrs. Brooke Pruttis will be teaching grades K-2 for the 2021-2022 school year. As Brooke Elliott, Pruttis graduated from Montana State University-Northern on May 1 when she completed a degree in Elementary Education with an endorsement in K-12 Reading. Later that month she signed a contract to teach in Zurich, and on June...
The Montana Telecommunications Association held its 2021 Annual Meeting on August 23-25 at Big Sky Resort in Big Sky, Montana. While attending that annual meeting, Rich Stuker, Triangle Communications Board President/Chairman, was recognized for his 35 years of service to the Cooperative. Stuker also shared information about policies affecting the telecommunications (telecom) industry. Montana Telecommunications Association (MTA) represents rural telecom/broadband providers of Montana like...
The 2021 High School Volleyball season is finally underway. After weeks of practice, running, doing drills and playing each other, teams across the state finally had the opportunity to compete. The Chinook Sugarbeeter Volleyball began the 2021 campaign with a pair of District 7C Conference matches. Friday night they were at home and welcomed the Big Sandy Pioneers to town. The 'Beeters started fast and cruised to a season opening 25-8, 26-24, 25-15 three set sweep. Saturday the girls headed...
The Harlem Lady Cats were more than ready to get their 2021 Volleyball season started in Malta this past weekend. The Lady Cats sent both their Junior Varsity and Varsity teams to compete in the Annual Pre Season Malta Invitational Volleyball Tournament. The Malta Invitational has proven to be a great way for teams to find their rhythm heading into the Conference schedule. Tournament format features two pools with each team playing the others in single set matches. Then, based on record the...
Chinook's Austen Conner wins his debut Mixed Martial Arts fight Saturday night in Havre. Austen is a 2014 Chinook High School graduate who got in the Octagon with Havre's Kaleb Shafer. The pair mixed it up in the 130 pound class. Conner, a very successful high school wrestler, had not fought previously to his appearance at 'Lights out at the Dome 4'. When the bout was over, Conner had earned a first round TKO....
The Chinook Sugarbeeters began their 2021 Eight-player football season this past Saturday when they welcomed the Park City Panthers to town. The game was a non-conference tilt, which normally wouldn't carry much weight, but this was an early season battle between two teams with high expectations. The Panthers arrived in town as a popular favorite among statewide media to be playing for the state title in November. They left town with a 0-1 record after the Sugarbeeters turned a second quarter...
The Harlem Wildcats were able to find an opponent at the last moment and began their first Eight-player season this past Saturday at home versus the Lodge Grass Indians. In a high scoring affair it was the Wildcats that had the last laugh as they won a thriller 60-52 to start 1-0. First year Head Coach Ken Bigby is excited about what is going on with Harlem Wildcat Football this year. Bigby is happy to mentor this years squad as they make the transition from Class B to Class C Eight-player...
