Week of October 16, 2024
Week of October 16, 2024
Dear Editor: District Court Judge Katherine Bidegaray is the right choice to be the next justice on the Montana Supreme Court. Having appeared in front of her in court and gotten to know her over the years, I have seen her be impartial, fair, and respectful to each party in all cases she has. She was born and raised on a Richland County farm and ranch, and she knows the importance of preparation, hard work, and self-discipline. Judge Bidegaray cares deeply about the state of Montana, the rule... Full story
I’ve put more than 100,000 miles on Montana’s highways over the past year, listening to people in every corner of our state. There are two issues that come up everywhere I go: The first is Gov. Greg Gianforte’s record high property taxes and the sky-high cost of living here. The second is the governor’s dangerous war on access to our public land and wildlife. While the cost of living in Montana has skyrocketed, Gov. Gianforte made the problem worse by raising property taxes by as much... Full story
Dear Valley County and Montana Voters, Election Day is just around the corner in Montana. Like many people, I'm nearly exhausted from being inundated with campaign flyers, phone calls and what seems like a perpetual blitz of political commercials on television and ads on social media. Unfortunately, mostly negative and attacking. The 2024 election may prove to be historic and as it is in most elections, November 5th will bring joy for some and disappointment for others. As a former high school... Full story
Dear Editor, Amidst all the positions Montanans will be voting on in November - is Initiative 128 that would amend the Montana Constitution “to expressly provide a right to make and carry out decisions about one’s own pregnancy, including the right to abortion. It would prohibit the government from denying or burdening the right to abortion before fetal viability.” Science has shown life begins at conception, and like Tim Sheehey states, “abortion is murder.” To end innocent life is nothing less than murder. We grimace at school... Full story
The Scottie volleyball team split their matches last week with a win over Harlem and a loss to Malta. Glasgow hosted the Harlem Wildcats Oct. 10 for the annual Pink Night for breast cancer awareness. The Scotties swept the visiting Wildcats, 25-17, 25-10, 25-16. The Scotties had eight aces, led by Joely Chappell with four. Glasgow notched 32 team kills with Chappell and Mayzie Yoakam leading the way with 11 each. Macy Martin lodged 29 of the team's 31 assists while Hayden Green led in blocks...
Nashua Nashua’s Charlie Kaasa competed at the Sidney Invitational Oct. 12. He ran a 19:02.71 for 18th place out of 70 varsity competitors. Kaasa is scheduled to attend the Harlem Wildcat Invite Friday, Oct. 18, in his final regular season meet of 2024. Hinsdale Raider runner Linden Holt attended the Malta Invitational Oct. 12. He set a season record at 22:45.99. Holt finished in 30th place out of 40 runners. The Hinsdale junior is set to conclude the regular season Friday, Oct. 18, at the Harlem Wildcat Invite. Frazer The Bearcubs ran the...
The fall season with the Montana High School Rodeo Association is wrapped up. Below are the results from Miles City. Miles City # 1 Breakaway 8 -Brooke Billingsley, Glasgow, 4.410 Goat Tying 5 Brooke Billingsley, Glasgow, 8.850 Miles City #2 3 Bailey Billingsley Glasgow, 2.720 10 Brooke Billingsley, Glasgow, 4.630 Goat Tying 4 Bailey Billingsley, Glasgow Steer Wresting 2. Carlie Cornwell, Glasgow, 10.070 Event Leaders Listing Tie Down – JP Cornwell, Glasgow, 9th , with 56 points Charlie Cornwell, Glasgow, 13th, with 46 points Team Roping...
The Scottie football team rolled over the Conrad Cowboys 43-6 at home Oct. 11. Glasgow let the visitors score once in the first quarter but shut them out the remainder of the game for the conference win. The Scotties now hold a 5-2 overall record, 2-1 in the conference. “Awesome performance by both the Defense and Offense in this one. Conrad is a solid team and they came in schematically trying to shut down our outside run game and eliminate [Wyatt] Babb in the passing game. So, we took advantage of the inside run,” Offensive Coordinator...
The Scottie girls cross country team placed second at the Sidney Invitational Oct. 12 and the boys finished in fourth place. “Sidney went really well for us last Saturday - I was proud of all our kids! I saw a lot of them move up and compete in the middle of the race, which is what we’ve been looking for this season. Looking back at the week, we didn’t have a great practice on Tuesday, but Thursday was the best I’ve seen them run. So I was pretty sure Saturday was going to go well,” head coach Tim Phillips told the Courier....
Oct. 8, the Mavericks traveled to Chinook to take on a Class B rival. They came up short but gained some important experience. Chinook has been a Class C opponent with a lot of volleyball knowledge over the last several years. We enjoy playing them and like to take advantage of playing a solid program. The Mavericks lost in 4 sets. NC 18 C 25 NC 28 C 26 NC 13 C 25 NC 18 C 25 Aces: Team 2, Berkley Hillman and Gracie Wasson each with 1 Kills: Team 33, CharLee McColly 11, BaiLee McColly 8, Emerson Downing 6 and Gracie Wasson 5 Assists: Team 32,...
The Lustre Christian volleyball team hosted the Bainville Bulldogs Oct. 11 and the North Country Mavericks Oct. 12. The Lions fell in three to the Bulldogs 13-25, 14-25, 14-25. Lustre fell 19-25, 7-25, 20-25 to the Mavericks. Lustre hosted the Scobey Spartans Oct. 15 but scores were unavailable at press time. The Lions travel to Nashua Friday, Oct. 25, for a 6 p.m. match against the...
The Nashua Porcupines volleyball team was in Wolf Point Oct. 8 to play the Wolves JV team and hosted the Scobey Spartans Oct. 11. Nashua took one set off the Wolf Point JV team but lost the match in four 16-25, 25-23, 9-15, 11-15. The Porcupines lost in three sets to the Spartans 17-25, 12-25, 16-25. Nashua traveled to Brockton Oct. 15 but scores were unavailable at press time. The Porcupines will play the Glasgow JV Scotties in Nashua Tuesday, Oct. 22, for Pink Night at 6...
The Frazer volleyball team fell in three sets to the Scobey Spartans Oct. 7. The Bearcubs lost 8-25, 12-25, 6-25. Frazer played North Country in Hinsdale Oct. 15 but scores were unavailable at press time. The Bearcubs host the Brockton Warriors Tuesday, Oct....
The Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Center (MCHF & WHC) announces their 17th class of inductions into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame. The inductees were chosen from a field of candidates nominated by the general public. Inductees are honored for their notable contributions to the history and culture of Montana. "The Hall of Fame exists to honor those who have made an impact in their part of the state and represent Montana's authentic Western heritage for future generations,"...
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Montana is accepting applications for the St. Mary Initiative. Farmers and ranchers in Blaine, Glacier, Hill, Phillips, and Valley counties including the Blackfeet Nation and the Fort Belknap Indian Community directly impacted by the St. Mary Canal siphon failure should visit their local NRCS office now to apply. The final application batching date for the initiative will be Feb. 28, 2025. “We’ve been working closely with partners critical to the rehabilitation of the St. Mary...
Agricultural operations in Montana have been significantly impacted by drought and recent wildfires. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from these adverse weather events. Impacted producers should contact their local USDA Service Center to report losses and learn more about program options available to assist in their recovery from crop, land, infrastructure, and livestock losses and damages. USDA Disaster Assistance Producers who...
Montana Farmers Union applauds the United States Department of Agriculture announcement the week of Oct. 7 about a series of actions in support of a fair and competitive agriculture market. “We appreciate the efforts of the Biden administration to increase more fairness in the marketplace for farmers and consumers. Holding the corporate monopolies accountable and more transparency in the marketplace are critical to creating a fair market. Increasing investments in local food production and processing helps create a more resilient and...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards on Oct. 10 show 339 cattle sold. Cows were steady while bulls were higher. Utility and commercial cows brought in $114 to $124; canner and cutter cows $90 to $114; and bulls $130 to $157. Consignors Opheim 2265 Bulls $153 Opheim 2095 Bulls $153 Dodson 2000 Bull $150 Malta 1940 Bull $151 Malta 1898 Bull $154.00 Wolf Point 1655 Bulls $157 Malta 722 Heifers $248 Malta 778 Heifers $245 Fall Season Update: As we head into the fall season here are a few reminders to help us keep things running smoothly:...
Valley County is accepting public comment for the final draft of the new Glasgow Airport Master Plan and Airport Layout Plan (ALP). The public comment period will be open through Friday, Nov. 8. As part of their continuing commitment to serve and improve the aviation needs of Glasgow and North Central Montana, Valley County and the City of Glasgow are conducting an airport master plan for Glasgow Airport/Wokal Field (GGW). This master plan is a collaborative effort between the airport sponsor, GGW, the State of Montana, and the Federal... Full story
The University of Montana’s Co-Lab for Civic Imagination brings its theatre program State of Mind to Glasgow on Thursday, Oct. 24. State of Mind is an interactive theatre and public dialogue event that is touring to over 20 (primarily rural) Montana communities from September 2024 to May 2025. The project consists of a free theatre performance for the general public, and workshops for local students, school faculty and staff, and local health providers. The performance will take place on Thursday, Oct. 24, at Valley County Pioneer Museum,... Full story
The Northeastern Arts Network is pleased to present the 2024-25 Big Sky Concert Series. This year’s series features exciting kaleidoscope of musical entertainment as part of this art organization’s ongoing commitment to provide quality entertainment to the community with a variety of shows that will appeal to every age and interest. On Tuesday, Oct. 22, we welcome Montana’s own, The Lucky Valentines. The Lucky Valentines have written upward of 80 songs, and use a mix of folk melodic sensibilities, tight harmonies and a whole lotta love...
Let’s have some fun with a county-wide Hay Bale Decorating Contest. Enter your creation by Friday, Oct. 18, and build for judging by Monday, Nov. 4. Hay bale themes include organizations, sports teams, families and business. There is a $10 entry fee. For entry blanks and rules, please contact the Valley County Extension Office at 406-228-6241. This event is sponsored by Valley County... Full story
With the presidential election just a few weeks away, the public is naturally interested in not just the outcome but what the results will mean for issues of national importance. As a citizen, you likely share these concerns — but how about as an investor? After the votes are counted — or even before — should you make some moves in anticipation of possible changes in policy? Let’s look at the big picture first, through the lens of history. The financial markets have performed well — and at times, not so well — under Democratic and...
10 Years Ago Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014 Sometimes a namesake can have more sentimental value and meaning, other times it's about carrying history. The Glasgow school board discussed a possible decision on naming the new elementary school building at the school board meeting that took place on Wednesday, Oct. 8. What would seem like a simple decision, turned out to be more complicated. A survey was open to the public for about a week. The survey asked if the new school would remain Irle... Full story
