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The Big Flat Catholic youth group did an act of kindness as they helped stock the Harlem Food Bank. They asked the community for donations and had several drop off spots throughout the community. The kids picked up the food and delivered it recently. They collected 485 pounds of food and $525.00 in monetary donations to help fill the pantry. Jack Siemens and Chuck Wasser of the food bank happily collected and stocked what the children brought to the pantry. The Big Flat Catholic Youth would...
The Fort Belknap Indian Community General Election Certification was released on Tuesday, November 7. The Inauguration and Swearing In Ceremony was held, Wednesday, November 8 at the Red Whip Center and is available to view on Fort Belknap’s Facebook page. Fort Belknap Indian Council (FBIC) with two (2) two-year terms. The River Assiniboine District Representative featured two candidates, with Donald “Duck” Horn receiving 178 votes, while Felicia Mount Messerly wasn’t far behind with 162 votes cast her way. Horn and Messerly will both be seat...
This past year, Blaine County Museum has undergone many important and exciting changes. With the support of the Blaine County Commissioners, the museum was able to increase its annual budget to accommodate a second permanent position. The collection assistant role, which was filled in September by Olivia Finley of Chinook, will help the museum fulfill its obligation to steward its ever-expanding collections related to the history of Blaine County. In addition, this fall the National Park...
A group of members from the Chinook Chapter of the FFA will be travelling with their advisor, Mrs. Mitzi Cecrle, to Bozeman later this week to attend the Montana FFA Ag Expo. Scheduled for November 16-18 and considered one of Montana’s largest agricultural conferences, the Expo provides an opportunity for youth across the state to hone their leadership skills and to interact with those who share similar interests. It also offers competitions, workshops, and several speakers. The featured k...
The Turner High School Juniors and Seniors from the DC Club recently traveled to Washington, DC. for a week-long trip of learning and exploring. Some of the highlights they saw were the White House, Capitol, Arlington Cemetery, various memorials including the Lincoln, Navy, Korean, Vietnam, Jefferson, World War Two Memorial, Lady Liberty, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, Holocaust Museum, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, and so much more! They truly had...
November is recognized as Native American Heritage Month in the United States. It is a time to celebrate and honor the rich and diverse culture, history, traditions, and contributions of Native Americans to our country. It’s a great time to educate yourself about different tribes and learn about the struggles that they’ve faced in the past and in the present. Elle has put together a nice display of books including non-fiction and fiction, both adult and juvenile to further your knowledge of Native American History. The library will be open 12:0...
The library is hosting the program “Sharks: Friends or Foes?” presented by Heather Jorgenson Thursday, November 16, 7 P.M. in the library meeting room. She will share about her experience at the Bimini Shark Lab Teacher Institute, Bimini Island in the Bahamas. Join us for a fun and informative evening. The Book Challenge for November is to read a book about a different culture. The Friends of the Library Holiday Wine & Cheese Fundraiser will be held Wednesday, December 6, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. at the library. Tickets for adults, 21 years of ag...
Hello From the Chinook Social Senior Center! We have had yet another fabulous week, here! If you were not here, you should have been! We have had another wonderful Painting class with Jack Brandon. What fun! I do believe that he may be successful at turning some of us into artists, after all. We have hosted several of the Pinochle Marathon groups & they certainly have been fun to have here at the Center! We also had our first Lambsey card game class. We sure had fun. Even Doug Mosser, although I had to twist his arm to stay. Now, I think he...
Laurie Ann Skones George, 55, passed away November 4, 2023, at her home in Havre, MT with her family by her side after losing a courageous battle with cancer. Her funeral service will be Friday, November 10, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at First Lutheran Church with Pastors Megan Hoewisch and Michael O'Hearn officiating. Memorial donations in Laurie's name may be made to the donor's choice. Please visit Laurie's online memorial page at www.hollandbonine.com to send a card or leave a message of condolence... Full story
Karen Louise Brekke, 85, died at her home in Helena, Montana on November 2, 2023. She was born on April 26, 1938 in Harlem, Montana to John James and Ameretta G. Kelly. She started working as soon as she was of legal age to do so and worked hard her entire life. She graduated from Harlem High School in the spring of 1957 and went on to graduate from Walla Walla Community College in Walla Walla, Washington in 1964 as a Certified Practical Nurse. She thrived in her career and retired in 1995.... Full story
Niagara Falls is a must see site for all ages, its three captivating waterfalls the Horseshoe, American, and Bridal Falls create the Niagara Falls and is the largest North American waterfall by volume and width. The 12,000 year old waterfall depends on Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, and Lake Erie to supply the water that plunges over Niagara. Even though its glamorous aesthetic captures the attention of millions of people every year, it also has a useful purpose by creating...
You know Lord, t’was fun listening to kids talk about numbers. Here’s a bit of what they said. D. J.: “My grandma’s having a hard time trying to remember her cell phone number, but when her phone rings, even in her old age, she’s smart enough to answer it.” Chuckles. Taylor said, “My Dad reminded us that we should remember our house number, P.O. Box number, our area code, probably what size shoe or shirt we wear as well as today’s date.” Sally laughed about that. Eddie added, “Uncle Dick loves play cards, dice, you name it – if it has numbers...
Rudolph Run Saturday, November 25, 2023 • $25 entry fee The Rudolph Run is a one mile family fun glow run through Historic downtown Havre. Light the streets with holiday spirit while you run! The race starts and ends at Town Square in downtown Havre during the communities annual Holiday Stroll. Glow sticks are provided in your registration packet. Holiday themed costumes are encouraged - prizes for best costume and fastest time! Enjoy hot chocolate, caroling, prize drawings, and the community tree lighting at the finish line after the race. S...
On November 21, Professional Indian Cowboy, Entrepreneur, Professional Bucking Horse Producer, and Motivational Speaker, Dougie Hall will be the featured guest at Chinook High School. Sponsored in cooperation with the Blaine County Health Department, the event will also be attended by students in grades 7-12 from Turner, Hays-Lodgepole, and Harlem. Hall's speech will focus on persevering through and coping with loss, as well as growing up with drug and alcohol addiction and maintaining a...
The 2023 volleyball season is in the books and post-season awards have been announced for District 1B and District 2B. The Chinook Sugarbeeters landed two on the District 1B awards list while the Harlem Lady Cats placed one on the District 2B honors list. Senior Hallie Neibauer earned District 1B 1st team honors for the Sugarbeeters. After competing in the Class C ranks for three years and qualifying for the state tournament her junior season, Neibauer made the most of her one season in Class B....
The Chinook Sugarbeeters held their Fall Sports Awards Ceremony this past Monday night, highlighting the individual accomplishments during the Cross Country, Football and Volleyball seasons. Football certificates were awarded to freshman Griffin Crowley, RJ Engstrom, Kegan Green, Patrick McKenzie, Rangler Skoyen, Ross Valdez. Letter winners included seniors Quentin Edwards (4th), Jackson Nordboe (4th bar). Isaiah Gillett (2nd bar), Danny McKenzie (2nd bar) and Kaden Green (2nd bar). Juniors Landen Beck (3rd bar), Oliver Standiford (3rd bar),...
During Red Ribbon Week, which is celebrated annually from October 23-31, students in the upper grades at Meadowlark Elementary School created original art to convey the message of a drug free lifestyle; whereas, the younger students colored Red Ribbon Week coloring pages. Over the weekend of November 4-5, Art Teacher, Ms. Shay Waldbillig judged that artwork and determined a winner from each K-6 classroom. From Ms. Hasler’s Kindergarten, Shirley Harry was selected as a winner, while McKenzie Fish...
