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Friends of the Pool & Park Photo The Chinook High School Class of 1960 recently donated over $1300 of funds that they had raised over the years to the Friends of the Pool and Park Foundation for improvements to the Chinook Pool and Park. The Friends of the Pool would like to extend their sincere thanks to all the members of the Class of 1960 for their contribution to the community of Chinook. Pictured are members of the Class of 1960 that attended the recent All Class Reunion. Back Row L-R...
Two new Principals have taken different paths to become administrators in the Chinook School. Danelle Gibson, new elementary principal went to high school in Chinook, while the new high school principal, Brian Rayburn's path has covered a great deal of the United States. Rayburn grew up in Colville, Washington, a small town about twice the size of Chinook. He has two sons, one in college and the other a junior at CHS. He obtained his Bachelor's Degree from BYU Hawaii. "Some buddies and I were...
Five new teachers can be seen in the halls of Meadowlark school this school year. August 19 was the first day of instruction. Ellie Perrine is starting her first year of teaching as a second grade teacher in Chinook. She got her training at the University of Montana Western. She did her student teaching in Helena and also subbed there. Helping raise her cousin was what got her interested in teaching. Her favorite thing about teaching is creating a classroom family and having a strong...
Two students from Turner Public School recently received trophies that designate them as state-level champions in the 2024 American Legion Auxiliary (ALA) Americanism Essay Contest. After writing and submitting essays on the topic: "What Freedom Means to Me," Gracie Zellmer and Isley Welsh won recognition in April from ALA's local Big Flat Unit 109. The two winning essays advanced to District and then to State competition. Front-runner in Class II (Grades 5 and 6) at state, Zellmer is the...
North Central Montana District Bureau of Land Management HAVRE – A grazing permit operator and BLM employees from the North Central Montana District earned special recognition Aug. 16 for their actions to prevent a BLM dam near Harlem, Montana, from potentially failing during the unusually high-flow spring runoff season in 2023. Sonya Germann, BLM-Montana/Dakotas state director, presented the State Director's Award for Safety to Frank Baldik, BLM grazing permit operator; Abby Hall, rangeland m...
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...
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...
The Milk River Project is moving forward and running smoothly according to project manager, Jennifer Patrick. Plans are for the project to be finished late summer of 2025. Steven Darlington with the Bureau of Reclamation reported that NW Construction is conducting the rehabilitation of the failed siphon site through a modification to the existing Diversion Dam contract, allowing for a quick start. Nearly all of the old siphons have been removed on the west side thanks to NW Construction and the...
With Fair week over, time to get back to normal and Fair Manager Debbie Ramberg is glad. Relaxing in her office, Ramberg said things ran very well. "It was a huge success." Attendance was good thanks in part to the cooler weather and the entertainment available. Ramberg said she had 27 vendors displaying their goods in the commercial building and on the midway. "A few dropped out, but that is to be expected," said Ramberg. Besides the free rides on the midway, patrons enjoyed the petting zoo, th...
On Thursday, August 15, from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., the certified staff and administration from Turner Public Schools joined 312 other educators to attend the Golden Triangle Curriculum Cooperative's (GTCC) Fall In-Service at the Heritage Inn in Great Falls, Montana. Designed as an educational and inspirational in-service, the program featured Keynote Speaker, Adam Welcome from Lafayette, California. As a former classroom Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, and Director of Innovation...
Judge's Choice awards were given to: Savanna Brown - Culinary (Dried apples) Vicki Niederegger - Adult Floral arrangement Sharon Reed - Quilting (Original Design) Karen Pike - Quilting (Autumn Wall Hanging) Helen Bucklin - Quilting (Queen sized bed cover) Louise Nissen - Quilting (Christmas theme) Barb Sather - Quilting (Butterfly Wall Hanging) Billie Jo Simons - Adult Photography (Grain bins during sunset) Natalie Hofeldt - Youth Photography (Oil Drill at sunset) Cali VanVoast - Youth Floral arrangement Jasmine Powell - Sewing (Dress with...
Last week, Democratic candidate Ryan Busse made a stop in Chinook for the purpose hearing concerns on the repairs to the St. Mary's Siphon and the Milk River Project. The discussion was spearheaded by former state senator and PSC member Greg Jergeson at the Library meeting room. Among those in attendance were Harlem Havre Mayor Doug Kaercher and Chinook Mayor Glenn Huestis along with Blaine County Commissioners Delores Plumage and Miles Hutton along with other concerned citizens. Busse said he...
Havre Trails will be hosting their 6th Annual Summerfest in Pepin Park on August 24 from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. All proceeds will support the maintenance of local trails and the improvement of area walking, running, and bike paths. Formerly called Brewfest, Summerfest is a fundraiser for Havre Trails, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and improve recreational trails in and around Havre. This year’s Summerfest will feature drinks, food, and music. According to event organizers, dozens of Montana-sourced beverages, i...
The Blaine County Rodeo Team, along with many wonderful volunteers, held a Kids Rodeo on Saturday, August 3, 2024. The event featured 90 participants competing in steer riding, arena race, chute dogging, goat untying, goat tying, sheep riding, breakaway, flag race, barrel racing, pole bending, calf tying, and team roping. There were also 5 separate boot races from 4 years old all the way to 19 and over. Fun was had by everyone. Thank you to all of our volunteers, sponsors, and the Rodeo Team...
Dear Parents: Where oh where did the summer go? We are scheduled to resume school on Monday, August 19th. The first bell will ring at 7:55 and classes will begin promptly at 8:00; same as last year. Teachers will report August 15th and 16th. With the exception of Hartland Colony School, both the elementary and high school districts are continuing on with the 4-day school week. If you’ve been keeping score at home, you will know that we lost some long-time administrative staff, including Matt and Paula Molyneaux and Leslee Weber to r...
Starting Thursday, activities will kick off for another exciting Blaine County Fair. Fair Manager Debbie Ramberg is enthusiastic about the events they have planned this year. "We have activities for both kids and adults," Ramberg said. She's also excited about the cooler weather that is supposed to move in. "Temperatures in the high 70's." This should make it easier for patrons to take in the exhibits. Ramberg has been fair manager for the past 7 years, also working at the Fair office two years...
DPHHS wants to hear from centenarians HELENA - The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) will honor Montana centenarians during the 55th annual Governor’s Conference on Aging on October 1, 2024. The annual conference will take place at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center. Centenarians will be honored during a luncheon from noon to 1:30 p.m. DPHHS is asking Montanans who will turn age 100 as of December 31, 2024, or those who are already over the age of 100 to submit their name and a brief profile. All centenarians who subm...
Frank LaTray and Father Michael Schneider were all smiles as folks gathered on Sunday, July 21 at Kuper Cemetery to dedicate the recently completed Monument to the Unborn. The monument, on a raised portion of ground in the southeast corner of Kuper Cemetery, is the culmination of seven years of prayer and effort led by LaTray and Fr. Schneider. Their hope was to provide a serene setting where someone with concerns of an unplanned or unwanted pregnancy could find direction and comfort. Frank...
Due to hot, dry and windy conditions in Blaine County, Blaine County Commissioners are implementing a “burn ban” effective at 8 A.M. on July 23, 2024. All burning associated with debris disposal or agricultural clearing is prohibited until further notice. The burn ban applies to all outdoor burning except recreational cooking fires. No new burn permits will be issued, and all current permits are suspended until conditions improve and the burn ban is lifted. The public is reminded that even the smallest spark has the potential to cause sig...
BOZEMAN — The Fort Belknap Indian Community is partnering with the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help conserve, maintain and improve grassland productivity, reduce soil erosion and enhance wildlife habitat through the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program. The Fort Belknap Indian Community is entering into a CREP agreement with USDA’s Farm Service Agency to enroll eligible grassland, pastureland, and other agricultural lands within the boundaries of the reservation, as well as on other eligible land owned by tribal members. “This partn...
You may have seen some new faces working for the City of Chinook recently. Rhiannon Dunkin, the New City Clerk and Josh Nordboe, City Shop Foreman were recently hired to fill vacancies in the city staff and are working hard to make Chinook a great place to live. Rhiannon is a California transplant after marrying her husband Jared who is from White Sulphur Springs. After brief adventure in Texas, the two decided to move back to Montana. Their first choice was Bozeman, but decided that might not b...
The cities of Chinook, Harlem and Havre are asking residents to voluntarily reduce lawn irrigation to conserve water while the St. Mary Diversion and Conveyance Works are repaired. “Following the recent conditions of the siphons at the St. Mary Diversion, the Havre, Chinook, and Harlem communities have been working with Montana Rural Water to find ways to conserve water along the Milk River,” Havre Public Works Director Trevor Mork said in a release this morning. “With our available water supply being reduced and the continued drought in our a...
