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Alert "Journal" readers will recall a story I wrote back in 2017 about turkey vultures-the huge black birds often seen gliding over Chinook and its environs. I first noticed them a few years ago on the 'new water tower' in Chinook at the southeast corner of town. On a recent walk just before sundown I was in that area and saw a huge number of 'black dots' on the water tower from the railings around the tank to the lower beams and guy wires that stabilize the tower. Up close I counted about 20...
The Fort Belknap 4-H Fair is scheduled for Friday, August 12 at the Wasay Wakpa Arena Grounds in Lodge Pole. Bidders, businesses, and the public are all invited to attend. Prior to that date, several other events will also occur. In order to get ready for the fair, a rodeo grounds clean-up will take place on Monday, August 8, beginning at 6:00 p.m. After the clean-up session, 4-H members will engage in Steer Project Poster Design. These posters will inform visitors about each project animal—sharing information such as the animal’s name, bre...
The Blaine County Weed and Mosquito District (BCWMD) has kept a diligent fogging schedule that, along with several other variables, has created a mosquito-limited summer season for most Blaine County residents. Although foggers began their regiment in early June, ensuing weather events put their work on standby. Until such time as fogging could resume, crews were out spreading larvicide in an effort to mitigate the impacts of the first hatch. With the timing of the first irrigation, increased moisture, and rising temperatures, the crew was...
On the night of November 30, 1992, 9 miles north of Harlem, Montana 13 airmen were lost when two C-141B Starlifter Cargo Planes collided. The airmen were stationed at McChord Air Force Base in Great Falls and were on a low-level refueling exercise. The tragic event was covered nationally, and the country mourned the lives of those Airmen killed while serving their country. The response from the residents of Harlem and the surrounding communities was memorable, efficient and remarkable by what...
Printed by the Blaine County Journal-News-Opinion, entry forms are currently available for the Blaine County Kids' Rodeo. Although the event will be held on Wednesday, August 10, entry and consent forms are due on August 1. With one update, that 14 year olds will be allowed to enter steer riding, entry forms are obtainable along the Hi-Line. They can be picked up at Westside in Malta, Sage N Spur Mercantile in Harlem, and Norman's Ranch and Sportswear in Havre. In Chinook, entry forms can be...
Recently Keith Hanson, co-owner of the "Journal," told me about a conversation he had with Josh Brown who lives in Havre. Josh is part of the American Legion Riders in Havre, a motorcycle club that does poker runs and other events to raise funds to support the work of Montana Wounded Warriors. Keith said, "The Montana Wounded Warriors seem to be doing some great work. Would you talk to Josh Brown and write about how and why the Montana Wounded Warriors provides hunting and fishing outings to...
.7 Acre Feet was incorrect in front page story regarding a second irrigation period being authorized by the Bureau of Reclamation. As stated the new irrigation period of 28 days began on July 15 and will continue as planned through August 13. A early shutdown of water availability would only occur if conditions changed requiring a earlier turnoff. The Blaine County Journal and myself are extremely sorry for any inconvenience this error caused. Your understanding is greatly appreciated!...
GOLL- Clarence Wilhelm “Clancy” 94, passed away on July 14, 2022, after a long battle with Cancer. He was preceded in death by both parents, his first wife, two sons, two brothers and a sister. He leaves behind his wife Marjorie, two sons, Larry (Barb), Dennis (Trula), two step- children Chris Snedeker (Cheryl) and michelle Davis and a sister Goldi Siemens. 25 Grandchildren and 28 Great-Grandchildren, He will be greatly missed. Memorial services were held Saturday July 23, 2022, at 10:30 am at... Full story
The Grande Ville Retirement Apartments in Chinook held a Back Yard Barbeque on Tuesday, July 19 to show appreciation for its tenants. The event was well attended with most tenants in attendance as well as plenty of family and friends. Burger, Hot Dogs, a large variety of salads, fruit and chips made up the menu. The Stonebroke String Band featuring Kelsey Harwood, Tim Whitney and Gabe Harry making his debut on the Bass Guitar entertained the gathering through the evening. Nick and Audrey Turner...
The Montana Royal Junior Livestock Show was held July 15-18 at the Flathead County Fairgrounds in Kalispell. Two local youth, Wylie and Wacee Simenson came away from the event with several awards, including Grand and Reserve Champion Angus. Following the goat show on Sunday, July 17, the beef competition began. There were categories for Market Steer, Mini Market Steer, and Flathead County Market Steer. In showmanship groupings, entries appeared in Senior Beef Showmanship, Intermediate Beef...
Young Adult Volunteers Emma Kate Lander (from Maryland) and Brendan Stump (from West Virginia) were honored Sunday evening at a "farewell cookout" at Sweet Park in Chinook. The YAV program is in its 9th year in Chinook. The 2021-2022 YAVs arrived last August for an 11-month term of service in the Chinook area and will head home this week. The YAV program is a ministry of the PCUSA (Presbyterian Church in the USA) and is supported/sponsored by the Methodist, American Lutheran, Presbyterian and...
During the spring and summer seasons, it is not uncommon to see transformations as people make efforts to "spruce things up." Such has been the case with various signs around the area. Several business are displaying new or upgraded signage. The most recent facelift was observed on a sign West of Chinook, advertising the upcoming Blaine County Fair, which will be held August 10-14. With work performed on July 18 by Blaine County Fair employees Natasha Skoyen and Mya Berreth, the fair sign...
Many people have commented on the blessing that mosquitos are scarce this summer. Others have noticed a decrease in bug splatter on windshields. Researchers confirm that these observations are not just perception; the decline in insect populations is real. Habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change are threatening insect populations worldwide. In 2019, Biological Conservation reported that 40% of all insect species are declining globally. While it may sound nice to live in a world with fewer...
When spring started it was feared that the 1.3-acre feet allocated to local irrigators of Blaine County's five Irrigation districts would be all that local dry land farmers were likely to see. Good amounts of rainfall in June and July to date have allowed the Irrigation Districts to allocate another .7-acre feet of water to local farmers. Water began filling the ditches and canals on Friday, July 15 to the delight of many. In a letter from the Bureau of Reclamation to the Joint Board they were...
At the recent July Meeting of the Chinook School Board of Trustees action was taken to certify and make official the minutes of their June 14, 2022, meeting. Plenty of issues were addressed during the June meeting including the accepting of resignation letters, hiring of new teachers and paraprofessionals as well as the Summer School program. Chairman Frank Billmayer called the meeting to order, and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Chairman Billmayer welcomed visitors Alicia Noel, Walter Waldner, Donald Swenson, Jill Paulson, Kelsey...
The Blaine County Sheriff's Department began its new role as an Associate Member of the Tri-Agency Task Force (TATF). Since the task force was first put together in 2015 the Blaine County Sheriff's Department has been a full member. Following decisions made and included in the 2022-23 Blaine County Commissioners budget they became Associate Members at the start of the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022. The Tri-Agency Task Force (TATF) in 2015 was comprised of Hill, Blaine, Phillips, Daniels,...
Back in November, 2021, Dr. Loren Shellabarger a retired Presbyterian minister and adjunct seminary professor, conferred with interested members from five churches in Havre, Chinook and Harlem. He and his wife, Becky, shared their experiences in helping various rural churches in Iowa organize into a collaborative parish where several diverse congregations share programming, ministers and resources while still maintaining their own traditions and history. Encouraged by the Shellabargers'...
When the school year ends, the students clear out their lockers and the teachers clear out of their rooms, and everyone goes home for the summer. Well, not everyone; the school maintains an office presence throughout the summer with various personnel in the building each day. The Maintenance crew however kicks their day-to-day presence in the building up to a whole new level as they spring into action to get the facility ready for the following school year. Chinook schools has full time...
Rock painters have been hard at work in the Chinook area recently. Early this year Blaine County's Local Advisory Council for Mental Health (LARC) hosted several painting sessions with various groups at sites around the area ranging from school children to senior citizens. More recently, this year's Young Adult Volunteers (YAVs) hosted a rock painting session at Sweet Park in Chinook. Rock painting and Mental Health Month, 2022 Deb Anderson, Business Supervisor and Lead Health Educator with...
Creeping Bellflower (Campanula rapunculoides) is a perennial that was initially brought to the United States from Eurasia for its beauty. Unfortunately Creeping Bellflower, which is also known as Rampion Bellflower, has been identified as a non-native, invasive species in Montana. Growing readily on roadsides, as well as in lawns, flower gardens, and valleys, the creeping bellflower also appeared in the County Listed Noxious Weeds directory during 2018-2019 in Flathead County. A Montana Field Gu...
Blaine County experienced some severe weather this past week with violent thunderstorms bringing golf ball size hail and significant rainfall to various parts of the county. Depending on where you were the amount of moisture received varied but everywhere got a significant amount. Severe wind accommodated the storms as well with gusts as high as 90 mph being recorded. Wednesday night saw significant rainfall deluge the Lodge Pole area with significant flash flooding as a result. Storms continued...
The 58th Milk River Indian Days is fast approaching. Set to take place July 28-31 this year's celebration is expected to be one for the ages. With World Champion Drum Groups set to attend and $100,000 in prizes this year's event is expected to be one of the biggest gatherings in its 58-year history. This year's theme, "The Heartbeat of Grass Dance Country", certainly exemplifies what this year's Powwow is all about. After having to deal with significant restrictions and protocols due to the...
According to the USDA Montana Direct Hay Report released out of the Billings office on Friday, July 9, hay sold generally steady in late June. Many producers were cutting their first crop of hay in central portions of the state, while eastern and southern Montana already had some hay in the bale. Due to very light sales receipts, the hay report will be released bi-monthly until early August when heavier receipts can be confirmed. The next report will release on July 15. On June 24, the Hay...
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and the Blaine County Conservation District will host a Local Working Group meeting to gather input from local stakeholders on how NRCS can most effectively deliver conservation assistance in Blaine County. The meeting will be held on July 19, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at the Triple E room of the courthouse annex (Building behind courthouse 420 Ohio St. Chinook, Montana). Every year, Local Working Group meetings allow farmers, ranchers, conservation partners and other members of the community to discuss...
Jamieson Motors held their 80th anniversary Celebration on Friday, June 24, celebrating quite an achievement for the oldest family-owned car dealership in the state of Montana. The weather was perfect, and a huge crowd showed up to take part in the festivities. Focusing on the fact that they are the oldest and 80 years is a long time they decided that something more was needed than just a customer appreciation day. Tess Langford stated, "We wanted to make it an all-inclusive Hi-line...
