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Although the Seed Show Committee has been planning for the Montana Seed Show since last year, the group has begun to send out announcements and invitations to participate in this year's event. The 73rd Annual Montana Seed Show will be held at Harlem High School on March 9-11. Among the features will be the Art Show with some new transpirations for 2023. Superintendent of the Montana Seed Show Art Show, Mary-Kate French, who teaches art at Harlem High School and calls herself an Art Enthusiast,...
Montana is unique in many ways as we all know, wide open spaces under the 'Big Sky'. Beautiful National Parks, State Parks and recreation opportunities are everywhere we look. Montana also has a unique way of doing certain things and one has to be the state license plate number system. To many it's believed that it was originally based on county populations at the time of its creation. Chinook High School Class of 2015 graduate, Cody McCracken took it upon himself to dig a little deeper into...
The Chinook Community Red Cross Blood Drive was held on Tuesday January 10th at the Chinook Community Commercial Building down at the Blaine County fairgrounds. It was another great success with 57 presenting donors ,55 productive units collected on a goal of 52. We registered 1 first time donor, Simon Wurz, Melanie Qualls reached 7 gallons, Judy Johnson 5 gallons and Don Ranstrom 17 gallons. Those accepting door prizes were: Royce Houtzel, Don Ranstrom, Le Ann Brewer, Mark Weber, Shirley MacKenzie, Nancy Schellin, and Louann Paulsen. The...
The North Central Montana Stockgrowers recently held their annual meeting at the Blaine County Fairgrounds Commercial Building. 'Serving the Livestock Industry Since 1920' is the Association's motto and it's probably safe to say that the annual meeting has become a great time and place to recognize the individuals that make the industry so great. This year's function got underway at 2:00 pm with the Annual Meeting. Speakers took the stage from 3:00-5:00 pm followed by a social hour and Prime...
A group of students representing the Big Flat Chapter of the FFA attended the KMON Career Development Events (CDE) in Great Falls on January 18. They fielded teams in the categories of agronomy, livestock, and meats. The Agronomy Team, comprised of Tate Beck, Caleb Zellmer, JR Brown, and Dakota Krass, captured sixth place overall in a field of twenty-two teams. The Meats Evaluation Team, consisting of Trent Billmayer, Cassidy Grabofsky, Bridget Reed, and Carson Maloney, captured eighth place....
The local PAWS shelter is hosting its first ever adoption event on Saturday, January 28 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at North 40 in Havre. "We had planned on holding adoption events previously, but Covid shut that down like everything else, so this will be our first ever adoption event," said PAWS Manager Alyssa Hewitt. "We are super happy to be partnering with North 40 to put on the event. We will be having reduced adoption fees of $150 during that time only." The shelter will have a total of 11...
The Chinook Rod and Gun Club's 4th Annual Ice Fishing Derby is set for Saturday, February 4 at Dry Fork Reservoir just north of Chinook. This year's tournament will once again offer cash prizes for the largest fish in each category, Northern Pike, Walleye, Bass and Perch. Preregistration will take place on Friday, February 3 from 6-8 in the evening at two separate locations. One will be in Havre at the Shanty Bar and the other will be in Chinook at the Pastime. If there are any spots still...
The Blaine County Fair Foundations' 4th Annual Brewfest is Saturday February 4 at the Blaine County Fairgrounds. This is a fundraising event that is meant to help make the Blaine County Fair the very best it can be. The Brewfest will get underway at 4:00 pm and run until 9:00 pm. Entertainment will be provided by "America's Premier Cowboy Comedian", Kip Attaway. Several brewers will be on hand including Beavercreek Brewery, Triple Dog Brewery, Meadowlark Brewery and Big Spring Brewery. In additi...
Writing this for the protection of our children. Since the start of school in August, I have been passed by 22 motor vehicles as I was stopped along Highway 2 picking up or dropping off children with my red lights flashing. Last Thursday, the 19th of January, while unloading children with my flashing red lights on and my extended stop-arm out, I was passed by a white semi tractor trailer, a red Dodge STATE pickup and a white van with FICO on the driver’s door. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! For you drivers who think the flashing red lights and extended s...
Merrilyn Billmayer visited with Loretta Beck Tuesday afternoon. Gene and Susan Billmayer were in Malta on Thursday afternoon for an Ag meeting. Ty and Harley Beck visited Grandma Loretta Wednesday afternoon. Gene and Susan Billmayer visited with Jim and Helen Billmayer in Havre on Monday. Loretta Beck went to Great Falls on Thursday and enjoyed supper at Black Bear with Dale and Laura Sherwood, Joely Hiniker, Melissa and Tate Lee, and Daniella Schilling and Blade and Dallas Beck. Blade celebrated his 4thbirthday. Loretta was an overnight guest...
For years it seemed every community on the Hi-line had some form of Adult Education Class system in place but about 10-15 years ago they seemed to go by the wayside following increased expenses, shortages of instructors and/or declining enrolment. The Big Flat Community Grain Bin has worked diligently in bringing back an adult Education program to the Big Flat, and despite its small size, the program seems to be flourishing. Alyssa Garrett was brought on to serve the Big Flat Community Grain Bin...
Applications are currently being accepted for the Triangle Communications Youth Club/Organization Technology Grant program. The deadline for submitting a request for funds is February 15. The Youth Technology Grant offers monetary support to youth clubs/organizations in the Triangle Communications’ service area. Clubs and organizations such as the 4-H, FFA, BPA, FCCLA, DECA, and Boys & Girls Club are all eligible to apply. Grant funds of up to $500.00 can be used for science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) related projects. Those i...
The Montana Association of Clerks and Recorders is again sponsoring a $1000 scholarship for a graduating senior who will be attending an in-state college or university. The last day of acceptance of the application is March 10, 2023 Application forms are now available at the Clerk and Recorder’s office at the courthouse in Chinook, or the Guidance Counselors at the Chinook, Harlem, Hays and Turner High Schools. Application forms must be returned to Blaine County Clerk and Recorder, Box 278, Chinook, MT 59523 by March 10, 2023. The winner and a...
The Blaine County Museum is pleased to announce a pair of speakers that will be making appearances in Chinook. The first of these Historical speakers will be Austin Haney this Thursday, January 19 at 6:00 pm. Anthony Wood will speak on Thursday, February 9, also at 6:00 p.m. Both lectures are free and open to the public. This week's speaker, Austin Haney will be discussing the oftentimes overlooked history of Northern Montana in the time before statehood. Haney will speak about the first...
Independence Bank is proud to offer scholarship opportunities for incoming first-year students planning to attend Montana State University-Northern. To be eligible, students must graduate from a high school in Hill, Blaine, Phillips, Valley, Daniels, Roosevelt, Sheridan, Liberty, Chouteau, Cascade, Pondera, or Toole Counties. Independence Bank will award eight $1000 scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year. Recipients will receive $500 during fall semester and $500 during spring semester. Scholarship recipients must have at least a 2.5 GPA...
Blaine County Sheriff John Colby recently had a swearing in ceremony for his Deputies. Taking the oath of office to serve the citizens of Blaine County were Undersheriff Christopher Adair, Chief Deputy Levi Gonzalez, Deputy Donald Kokkeler, Deputy Deborah Taly, Deputy Devin Duke. Deputy Kevin Spudic is attending training with the Montana Air Guard and wasn't able to attend the ceremony. The Deputies bring plenty of experience to the office and Sheriff Colby looks forward to his department...
February is National Library Lovers Month, and the Harlem Public Library is planning a Love Chocolate. . . Love Your Library event to celebrate. The event is scheduled for Monday, February 13 from 4:00-7:00 p.m., and they are seeking the community’s help so that the event can be a “delicious success.” Library Director Colleen Brommer described the event as “not a program but part of National Library Lovers Month,” which is celebrated annually in February. “We are looking for community members to bake and decorate chocolate cakes with either...
On Saturday, Susan Billmayer, Diana Maloney, and Hilary Richman visited Jane Krass. Family visited Jane throughout the week as well. Gene and Susan Billmayer attended the Hogeland Lutheran Church annual meeting on Sunday. Brenda and Terry Mohar went to Sidney on Sunday to see family and watch the Vikings game. Loretta Beck attended Nellie Cederberg’s funeral in Turner on Monday. Gene and Eric Billmayer were in Billings on Tuesday on business. Loretta Beck and Merrilyn Billmayer enjoyed lunch with Sandy Beck at the Duck Inn on Friday and visitin...
For years it seemed every community on the Hi-line had some form of Adult Education Class system in place but about 10-15 years ago they seemed to go by the wayside following increased expenses, shortages of instructors and/or declining enrolment. The Big Flat Community Grain Bin has worked diligently in bringing back an adult Education program to the Big Flat, and despite its small size, the program seems to be flourishing. Alyssa Garrett was brought on to serve the Big Flat Community Grain Bin...
If you were to ask most folks in the Hi-line, what local sports kids are involved in and what they excel at, many would have a quick thought. Basketball, football, wrestling and volleyball would come to mind to many right away. Others would certainly mention tennis, track and field, swimming or golf. Rodeo would be the top of the list for many and even skiing or ice hockey might get a mention. So, it may come as a surprise to many that Blaine County is home for two of the very best young motocro...
Stockholders of both Northwest Farm Credit Services and Farm Credit West have overwhelmingly approved a merger of their associations to form AgWest Farm Credit – a new association serving more than 22,000 customers throughout seven western states. The merger was effective January 1, 2023, after a rigorous due diligence and approval process and affirmative stockholder vote. The new association will be led by past Farm Credit West President and CEO Mark Littlefield and a management team from both legacy associations. According to Littlefield, ...
In December, Eric Tilleman, a former Chinook resident and a long time agriculture education instructor and FFA Advisor, was elected by the Agriculture Teacher delegates from each state to represent them as President Elect of the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE). A member of the NAAE for nineteen years, Tilleman will serve in his leadership role for a three-year term, starting with President Elect, President, and then Past President. The position will involve representing...
In the final week of 2022, the Havre Daily News carried a letter to the editor submitted by Valley County Commissioner Mary Armstrong on behalf of the County Commissions of 19 counties in Montana, including Hill and Phillips Counties. This letter was brought to the attention of the Sweet Memorial Nursing Home (SMNH) Board by Board President, Art Kleinjan, who wants to see Blaine County involved in the important mission outlined by Armstrong. Administrator for the SMNH, Rebecca Shackelford, along with her governing board, wishes to get the word...
Happy New Year from the Harlem Public Library! We hope one of your resolutions is to use your local library this year. We have many resources, services, programs and activities for you to take advantage of. We invite you to participate in the 2023 Book Challenge. Each month the library selects a unique category of book for you to read. After you have completed the challenge contact the library and your name will be entered into a drawing to win a $10 gift card from a local business. The January Book Challenge is to read a book with a dual...
A pivotal moment is upon the community of Chinook for the Friends of the Pool and Park Foundation (FOPP) to take a giant step forward in their goal of fixing the local pool and park. The Blaine County Commissioners approved the creation of a Recreation District in October, and the organization has helped propose a bond initiative to seek funding for the project. Ballots will be mailed January 17th to those taxpayers in the Recreation District that own a home, mobile home, or business. The FOPP...
