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As if the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing drought weren't bad enough, area farmers and ranchers have also been faced with swarms of Mormon Crickets this summer. The United States Department of Agriculture in Octobrer 2020 forecast the presence of the pest in heavy numbers throughout Valley County. Outside eastern Oregon, portions of eastern Montana were forecast to have the highest proliferation of the bugs, 15 or more per square yard. There appears to be no data at present to indicate the exact...
The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) has announced the appointment of Ryan Lankford to serve on the FSA state committee in Montana which ensures the effective and efficient delivery of FSA federal farm programs to the state’s agricultural producers. Members of the FSA state committee are appointed by the Secretary of Agriculture and are responsible for the oversight of farm programs and county committee operations, resolving program delivery appeals from the agriculture community, maintaining cooperative relations with industry stakeholders, k...
5 Showmanship Awards • Round Robin - Sr. Grand Champion - Trey Johnson • Round Robin - Sr. Reserve Champion - RyLee Mix • Round Robin - Jr. Grand Champion - William Kirkland • Round Robin - Jr. Reserve Champion - Laynee Simpson • Round Robin - Pre-Jr. Grand Champion - Weston Kirkland • Round Robin - Pre-Jr. Reserve Cham pion - Tenley Allestad • Beef -Sr. Grand Champion - Kaitlyn McColly • Beef -Sr. Reserve Champion - Ty Westby • Beef -Jr. Grand Champion - Emmah Mix • Beef -Jr. Reserve Champi... Full story
About $2,000 was raised for the Warriors on the Water program during last Saturday's 7th Annual Paint Run/Walk in downtown Glasgow. About 40 people participate in the extremely colorful event, co-sponsored by Glasgow High School Student Council and the Glasgow Recreation Department. The race began in front of the Civic Center, with participants -- wearing white t-shirts -- completing a loop of downtown, getting tagged with colored powder paint throughout the course....
There were 24 motor vehicle stops, three inspection requests, one assist other agency requests, two hazards, five animal control calls, 10 dog/cat control calls, three parking violations, 13 accidental/prank dials, one alarm/business call, two assist citizen/public assists and one system trouble report. MONDAY, AUG. 2 • 2231 – A man reported that he works for the railroad. There's a train parked above the underpass that's leaking fuel into the underpass. He said there appears to be a crack in...
The 7th Annual Paint Run/Walk will be from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday Aug. 14. This event is jointly sponsored by Glasgow High School Student Council and the Glasgow Recreation Department, and is a fundraiser for the Warriors on the Water Project. The race begins in front of the Civic Center with registration at 8a.m., race at 9a.m. Entry Fee is $30 , and includes a Paint Run/Walk T-shirt. Participants are asked to wear a white t-shirt as they will be sprayed with colored powder paint throughout the... Full story
There were 10 accidental/prank calls, 12 dog/cat control calls, six hazard calls, 14 motor vehicle stops, three inspection requests, four reports for record, 12 animal control calls, six assist citizen/public assists and one alarm/business call. MONDAY, JULY 25 • 0918 – Caller reported that sometime last night someone into her father's vehicle while it sat in the driveway, doesn't know if anything has been taken yet. An officer advised that there appears to be two vehicles at this time inv...
Student Athlete Concussion Testing for all 6th-12th Grade students participating in sports this year will be held in Room 6 at Glasgow High School today through Friday, Aug. 6, from noon to 4 p.m. each day. This test is good for two years and is required for every athlete. If you tested last school year. You do not need it this year. This will be the only organized testing session for the 2021-22 school year.... Full story
HAVRE– The process of developing the first Fresno Reservoir Fisheries Management Plan is nearing completion, and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on a draft plan developed by FWP and a 9-member Advisory Committee. Comments will be accepted until 5 p.m. on Aug. 31, 2021. The new plan sets the direction for fisheries management on Fresno and establishes management targets for sportfish and forage species. In addition, the plan proposes to reestablish a walleye stocking program in an effort to improve catch rates. The p...
HELENA – Several angling restrictions on rivers in southwest, north-central and south-central Montana go into effect today due to warming temperatures and low flows. The restrictions include what are commonly known as “hoot owl” restrictions, which means fishing is closed from 2 p.m. to midnight each day. Some waters are under full fishing closures, which prohibit fishing at all times of day. These closures and restrictions will stay in effect until conditions improve. The following closure are in effect: A full fishing closure for porti...
HELENA – A Watercraft Inspector Appreciation Week is scheduled for Aug. 2-8. Watercraft inspection stations are the first line of defense to protect Montana’s water from the harmful impacts of aquatic invasive species. Inspectors are trained to examine a wide variety of motorized and non-motorized boats, some with complex internal systems and ballast tanks that need special consideration to inspect and decontaminate. They follow a check list to ensure all watercraft are free of invasive plants, animals and standing water. Inspectors work at mor...
There were 16 motor vehicle stops, eight public assists/assist citizen calls, six animal control calls, five dog/cat control calls, two hazards, one traffic control and one report for record. MONDAY, JULY 19 • 1327 – Someone claiming to be from Publisher's Clearinghouse attempted to contact the caller about her winnings and wanted her to send $8,500 to claim her prize. She said she knew this was wrong and thinks she made the male mad because he hung up. While she was on the phone with dis...
On Friday, Reynolds Market hosted a BBQ to support the efforts of the Valley County Community Pool Campaign. Despite the 95 degree heat, 213 people were served and $28,609 was raised. The Pool Committee is greatly appreaticative of the Reynolds Market team: Josh Reynolds, Katy Peterson, Cary and Tia Dees for their collaboration and team work that made the day such a success. The Pool Committee would also like to thank the community for their continued support in helping fund raise for a project...
As a part of his years long fight to increase local meat processing capacity in Montana and reduce consolidation in the meatpacking industry, U.S. Senator Jon Tester has secured $55.2 million in competitive grant funding that will provide critical resources for currently operating processing facilities that are working toward Federal inspection. "In order to break the stranglehold that large packers have on the marketplace, we have to bolster local processing capacity and increase...
Barb Stratman was in Conrad June 4 and 5 for the annual Conrad Whoop Up. While there, she captured photos of Baily Billingsley (TOP) of Glasgow riding roping and wrangling. The Whoop Up is the first Northern Rodeo Association event of the year. As such, "the stock is pretty rank, ready for action, and tough animals" Stratman said....
The Glasgow Courier earned several industry awards during the 2021 Montana Newspaper Association Convention in Big Sky. The Courier is in Division 3. AWARDS - • 1st Place, Best Front Page, A.J. Etherington (Former Publisher) • 1st place, Best Sports Page Layout and Design, A.J. Etherington • 1st Place, Best Feature Photo, A.J. Etherington • 2nd Place, Best Sports Photo, A.J. Etherington • 1st place, Best Portrait Photo, Gwen Honrud • 2nd Place, Best Headline Writing, Gwen Honrud • 3rd Place, Be...
There were 15 motor vehicle stops, five barking/lost/loose cat/dog calls, seven loose/dead livestock calls, two public assists, three traffic control calls, four reports for record, and one injured/dead wildlife call. SUNDAY, JUNE 6 • 0054 – Out with a Fish and Game officer at Round House PT. MONDAY, JUNE 7 • 1622 – Caller reported she received a call from a female who claims to be with the social security office. She claimed to the caller that her social security had been used and associa...
EDITOR'S NOTE: 5 p.m. Friday before publication is the deadline for calendar additions, which must be emailed to [email protected] or submitted in person at The Courier office, 531 2nd Ave. S., in Glasgow. Thursday, June 24 • 10 a.m. to Noon - Come and Go, "Elephant Encounter" - Glasgow City-County Library, 408 3rd Avenue South, Glasgow. Ages 0 to 6. • 4:30 to 7 p.m. - Valley View Community BBQ - Valley View Nursing Home, 1225 Perry Lane, in Glasgow. There will be a Bake Sale - donations of desserts welcome and appreciated - a silent auc... Full story
UPDATED AT 1:40 p.m. - Due to unforeseen technical issues at our printing facility in Havre, the June 16 edition of the Glasgow Courier has been delayed. The printing staff has been able to get the machines working again, and expect to have the current issue delivered late tonight. As such, the June 16 edition will be available to the public at our office at 8 a.m. Thursday, June 17. ORIGINAL POST - Due to unforeseen technical issues at our printing facility in Havre, the June 16 edition of the... Full story
Officers with the Glasgow Police Department On Friday evening made a stop at Hoyt Park in Downtown Glasgow to mingle with the civilians gathered for a bonnie picnic in the golden sunshine. Lead by Cpl. Josh Nolan, Senior Patrolman, the officers fanned out with no other reason than to meet those they serve. This effort is part of a department transition towards community oriented policing (COP). As part of COP, officers are given time to attend community meetings, conduct foot patrols, and...
There were 18 motor vehicle stops, four barking/lost/loose cat/dog calls, five loose/dead livestock calls, one VIN inspection request, four public assists, two parking violations and one hazard call. MONDAY, MAY 31 • 1259 – Caller wants an officer to respond. She just got to the thrift store and noticed the front door was wide open. The lock was still intact. There was also a padlock thrown through the window. She hasn't checked the other side yet. TUESDAY, JUNE 1 • 1124 – Caller reported he got...
There were 21 motor vehicle stops, two barking/lost/loose cat/dog calls, eight loose/dead livestock calls, three VIN inspection requests, three alarm calls and three public assists. FRIDAY, MAY 21 • 1657 – Caller received an automated call that he believes was a scam. The message said there was some illegal activity involving his social security number. He didn't give them any information. Dispatch advised him this is a scam. • 1713 – A deputy found a motorhome parked. The deputy advised the m...
EDITOR'S NOTE: Noon Monday before publication is the deadline for calendar additions, which must be emailed to [email protected] or submitted in person at The Courier office, 531 2nd Ave. S., in Glasgow. Thursday, June 10 • 5 to 8 p.m. - St. Raphael's Rummage Sale - St. Raphael's Parish Center, 442 3rd Ave. N., Glasgow. Friday, June 11 • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - St. Raphael's Rummage Sale - St. Raphael's Parish Center, 442 3rd Ave. N., Glasgow. • 7 p.m. St. - "Dames at Sea" - Fort Peck Theatre, 201 M...
Sitting down to review Sam's Supper Club for this issue resulted in strong opinions from longtime Glasgow residents and recent transplants alike. The following is the straight scoop from the Courier's trio of critics. Georgie Kulczyk: I remember when Sam's was Sam's. Every Wednesday night was prime rib night. Each table in the dining room had a relish tray for diners to enjoy while waiting for their meal, and they served breadsticks that were made at the Glasgow Bakery. The blue cheese dressing... Full story
