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  • Primary Children's Sacrament Meeting Presentation Oct. 29

    For the Courier

    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

  • Natural Gas Prices Expected To Be About 30 Percent Less Than Last Winter

    For the Courier|Oct 25, 2023

    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...

  • Vandalia Rest Area Study Begins

    For the Courier

    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

  • DPHHS Honors Montana Centenarians

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Glasgow High School Library Receives Generous Grant

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Tester, Lankford Demand Biden Administration Abandon Proposal That Could Close Nursing Homes Across Montana

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Glasgow Native Thorn Achieves Sergeant Major

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Director Scott Osterman Visiting Glasgow Oct. 20

    For the Courier

    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...

  • Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame Announces 2024 Inductees

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Outlook Mixed For Ag Industries In The Northwest

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Drought Conditions Continue In Missouri River Basin

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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....

  • Jehovah's Witnesses To Host Open House At Remodeled Kingdom Hall In Glasgow

    For the Courier

    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...

  • DPHHS Encourages Montanans To Prepare For Respiratory Illness this Fall, Winter

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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 Wins National Tourism Award for Collaboration

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • President Signs Bipartisan Bill To Protect Hunter Safety Classes Into Law

    For the Courier|Oct 18, 2023

    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...

  • Valley County Commissioners Vote To Reduce Amount Of Mills Levied On Valley County Residents

    For the Courier|Oct 11, 2023

    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...

  • The Ice is Calling!

    For the Courier

    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 Now Operating On Monday Evenings

    For the Courier

    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....

  • Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

    For the Courier|Oct 11, 2023

    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....

  • Veteran Service Officers Coming To Glasgow and Malta

    For the Courier

    Veteran service officers for the Montana Veterans Affairs will be visiting the following locations and times to meet with veterans who are interested in applying for benefits. If you are interested in applying for benefits, please bring a copy of your discharge paperwork (DD214) with you. Service officers will be in Glasgow at the VA Clinic from 1-4 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 10. They will also be in Malta on Wednesday, Oct. 11, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the Malta City Hall. Veterans and family members that are unable to meet with a Veteran Service... Full story

  • ORLC Taco Supper Oct. 9 To Benefit Jerre Rorvik

    For the Courier

    Nashua Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will have an Indian Taco Supper on Monday, Oct. 9, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. All proceeds will go to Jerre Rovik to help defray medical costs. This is a free will offering. Take outs are available and everyone is welcome. Thrivent has provided supplemental funding. Everyone is welcome!... Full story

  • Glasgow Stockyards Market Report

    For the Courier|Oct 4, 2023

    The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of Sept. 21 show 3,455 cattle sold. It was a great market for our 30th Big Fall Yearling Classic. Cows and bulls were steady on a very light test. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $109; canner and cutter cow $85 to $95 and bulls $112 to $123.50. Compared to this annual sale one year ago, all classes of yearlings sold $70 to $80 higher. 600-700 steers brought in $261 to $287.25; heifers $245 to $263.25; 700-800 steers $256 to $277.75, heifers $237 to $265; and 800-900 steers $244 to...

  • Lustre Grade School Volleyball District Champs

    For the Courier|Oct 4, 2023

    Lustre Grade School participated in the District 3C VB tournament with North Country, Nashua and Frontier hosted by North Country in Hinsdale Sept. 30. Pool play scores for LGS: LGS vs Frontier: 25 / 16 LGS vs Nashua: 21 - 25 LGS vs NC: 29 - 30 Tournament Play, best-of-three Semi-Finals Frontier defeated North Country LGS vs Nashua: 25 - 12 , 25 - 14 Championship LGS vs Frontier: 25 - 19, 25-23...

  • Teacher Leaders in Montana History Program Grows to 18 With Addition Of GMS' Laurie Enebo

    For the Courier|Sep 27, 2023

    A dedicated group of Montana educators are becoming "history missionaries" as part of the Teacher Leaders in Montana History program. Eighteen teachers with a deep passion for Montana and its history, as well as social studies in general, are offering to share their expertise beyond their own classrooms as part of the Montana Historical Society (MTHS) program. The group will help write lesson plans, mentor teachers in best practices in history education, and share Montana and Indian education-re...

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