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Governor Greg Gianforte announced on Oct. 20 Montana reached its 23rd consecutive month of unemployment below three percent. Prior to the governor taking office, Montana’s unemployment rate had fallen below 3 percent only three times since record-keeping began 50 years ago. “Thanks to the hard work of job creators and our pro-jobs, pro-business policies, Montanans have more opportunity than ever before to obtain and thrive in a good-paying job – from high tech to the construction trades,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Employees with our Montana w...
The Valley County Transportation Advisory Committee meeting will be meeting Thursday, Nov. 2, 2 p.m., in the Valley County Senior Citizen Center, 328 4th Street South, Glasgow. If you prefer, you may join the meeting via phone by calling 1-571-748-4021 Pin: 2672541#. The general public and anyone interested in transportation in our county is invited.... Full story
Every year during the last week in October, the country comes together for Red Ribbon Week. This week long observance is considered the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation. The campaign focuses on the mission of keeping kids drug-free. The event started as a result of Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, a drug enforcement administration agent who was tortured and killed in Mexico in 1985. In honor of Kiki’s memory and his battle against illegal drugs, friends and neighbors began to wear red badges of satin. Parents then began to fo...
Valley County Transit has signed a contract for new dispatch software that will be in place the end of November. This will be a change for all passengers as well as the staff and drivers of Valley County Transit. In preparation for this change and to make this new system work the best for everyone: You must make a reservation for every single ride needed; You will no longer be able to just “hop on” the bus without a reservation; You must provide the total number of passengers you are calling for and have the destination name/address; You mus...
On Oct. 10, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a Glacier County poultry flock. This is Montana’s 18th affected flock linked to the ongoing national HPAI outbreak which began in early 2022. The Department is also awaiting confirmation of a backyard flock in Flathead County. The last confirmed HPAI infection in Montana was April 2023. This HPAI variant is spread from migratory waterfowl and infections in domestic poultry following the spring and fall migrations. This pattern is c...
The public is invited to enjoy the annual Primary Children’s Sacrament Meeting Presentation on Sunday, Oct. 29, at 10 a.m., at the Glasgow ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 15 Airport Road. This year children ages three to 11 studied the New Testament and learned of Jesus Christ’s life, example, and His love for God’s children. They learned of his birth, miracles, his victory over death, and the personal nature of his atoning sacrifice. They have practiced various songs that they will perform between narration. All a... Full story
The sting of high natural gas prices to heat your home over the past two winters is expected to ease for the upcoming heating season, which runs November through March. Montana-Dakota Utilities anticipates natural gas prices to be about 30 percent less than last winter. The company projects that the average residential customer will pay about $450 for the five-month winter season, or $90 a month; that is down about $200 from last winter, or a decrease of $40 a month. The cost projection is for the commodity only and the outlook assumes average...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is partnering with KLJ Engineering to identify improvement options for the existing Vandalia Rest Area. The rest area is located on US Highway 2 (US 2) approximately 14.5 miles west of Glasgow. A public open house is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Cottonwood Inn and Suites, 54250 US 2, Glasgow, Montana 59230. The study presents an opportunity to enhance safety features, improve operations, and extend the service life of one of MDT’s oldest rest areas. The goal of the stud... Full story
Montana centenarians were honored on Oct. 3 in Great Falls at the Holiday Inn Convention Center ballroom during a special luncheon, including Glasgow born Leo Pattison, 100 years old, who currently resides at the Care and Comfort Home in Havre. "Montana centenarians are absolute treasures," Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Charlie Brereton said. "They have lived life to the fullest and bring so many life experiences with them. It's an honor to celebrate these...
The Glasgow High School Library is thrilled to announce the receipt of a generous grant from the Glasgow High School Educational Trust and the Herb and Lucille Friedl Family. This funding significantly enhanced the library's learning environment by allowing us to purchase new furniture for our students and patrons. The Glasgow High School Library has been a cornerstone of our school community for generations, fostering a love of reading, research, and collaboration among students and staff. In...
As a part of his continued effort to support rural nursing homes and ensure Montana’s seniors are receiving the highest quality of long term care possible, U.S. Senator Jon Tester and his colleague Republican Senator James Lankford of Oklahoma is leading a bipartisan group of Senators in demanding the Biden Administration abandon their proposed Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rule that would increase staffing ratios in rural nursing homes, which could result in mass facility closures across Montana. “In many parts of the cou...
The President of the United States has reposed special trust and confidence in the patriotism, valor, fidelity and abilities of Matthew G. Thorn. In view of these qualities and demonstrated potential for increased responsibility, you are therefore, authorized to wear the uniform and insignia of Sergeant Major, effective 12 July 2023, by order of the Governor of South Dakota. Signed Jeffrey P. Marlette, Major General, South Dakota National Guard, The Adjutant General. SGM Matthew G. Thorn is a...
Montana Department of Commerce Director Scott Osterman is planning a visit to Glasgow on Oct. 20 and he is hoping to meet with any local business community leaders that could participate in an open discussion. The meeting will be held at 1 p.m., in the Cottonwood Conference Room. The purchase of this visit is for Director Osterman to better understand the economic needs and opportunities in Glasgow and the surrounding area. He also wants to know what the obstacles are for growth in business, housing, infrastructure and touri...
The Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Center (MCHF & WHC) announces their 16th 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,” said DuWayne Wilson, MCHF & WHC president. “Our...
AgWest Farm Credit has released its quarterly Market Snapshot reports covering the state of major agricultural commodities in its northern region of Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Alaska. AgWest’s industry experts gather market information from various sources to deliver commodity-specific insights. All Market Snapshots are available at AgWestFC.com/industry-insights. AgWest’s 12-month outlook for specific regional agricultural commodities is summarized below: Cattle The outlook for cattle suggests profitable returns for cow-calf pro...
The month of September brought mixed results for precipitation across the Missouri River Basin. Portions of Montana, North and South Dakota, and Nebraska received above average rainfall, while the remainder of the upper basin and lower basin were below average. Overall, September runoff in the Missouri River Basin above Sioux City, Iowa, was 1.3 million acre-feet, 109 percent of the long-term average. The annual runoff forecast for the upper Missouri River Basin above Sioux City is 29.1 MAF, 113 percent of average and the same as last...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of Oct. 12 show 315 cattle sold. Cows and bulls steady on light supply. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $111; Canner and cutter cows $80 to $95; and bulls $104 to $118. The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of Oct. 5, show 549 cattle sold. Cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $112; canner and cutter cows $85 to $96; and bulls $104 to $118....
All are welcome to attend a special open house event on Friday, Oct. 20, at the newly remodeled Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses on 5th St. in Glasgow. “The community interest in and support for this project has been just great,” said Roberto Munguia, local spokesperson for Jehovah’s Witnesses in Montana. “We’re excited to invite our neighbors to come take a look around and learn a little about how we use our centers of worship for Bible education.” During the open house, visitors can tour the building and hear highlights of the construct...
As Montana gears up to enter another respiratory illness season, the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) encourages Montanans to take precautions to help protect against severe symptoms from COVID-19, influenza, pneumococcal pneumonia, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections. The number of people ill due to respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, influenza, pneumococcal pneumonia, and RSV, is currently low across most of the United States, but has increased in recent weeks. Montana has already begun seeing...
Montana's Trail to the Stars, a project that guides visitors to sites where they can view the night skies without nearby light pollution, recently received a national award for collaboration at a gathering of tourism and outdoor recreation industry professionals. Montana's Trail to the Stars won the Excellence in Tourism Collaboration Award, presented on Sept. 26, at the 2023 National Extension Tourism Conference to Carla Hunsley, executive director of Montana's Missouri River Country, and...
On Oct. 6, President Joe Biden signed the bipartisan legislation into law that protects the use of federal funds for hunter safety and shooting sports classes. The bipartisan law requires the Department of Education to restore school districts’ ability to use federal resources for school archery, gun safety, and hunter education programs. Montana congressional leaders all expressed the opposition to President Biden’s initial plans to defund hunting and shooting courses in Montana schools. “I’m glad to see President Biden come to his senses...
The Valley County Commissioners voted on Oct. 4 to reduce the amount of mills levied on Valley County taxpayers which will reduce the tax amount paid by $500,000. Valley County joins virtually every county in Montana in reducing the amount of mills levied for the State Equalization Fund, County Elementary Equalization Tuition Fund and County High School Equalization Tuition Fund. This will save Valley County taxpayers $500,000 and reduce the amount of money that is passed on to the State General Fund. The commissioners said they believe the...
Glasgow Learn to Skate is preparing for its 20th season. Skating instruction is available for preschool through adults using a curriculum endorsed by US Figure Skating and USA Hockey. Each class is 40 minutes long which includes a lesson and practice time. Cost is $50 per six-week session for kindergarten-adult lessons and $30 for preschoolers. Skate rental for all ages is $15 per session. Parents may skate at the same time as their children for $17, with no charge for rental skates. Preschool skaters must have an adult on the ice with them....
Valley County Transit will once again be operating on Monday evenings, but only until 9 p.m. This began on Oct. 9. The 8 p.m. trip to St. Marie will also start up with a half hour notice. All other times of operation will remain the same....
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of Oct. 5, show 549 cattle sold. Cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $112; canner and cutter cows $85 to $96; and bulls $104 to $118....
