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The Valley Community Food Bank, located at 1020 1st Ave. No., will be open Tuesday, Sept. 17, from noon to 3 p.m. If this is your first time applying for assistance from the food bank, please bring photo identification and proof of your physical residence. For more information or if you need assistance contact, Jeff, 406-263-6676, Mary, 406-794-8498 or Kathy, 406-263-0605....
Hearing screenings will take place in Bear Paw Cooperative member schools through Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. Children enrolled in kindergarten and first grade, and ninth or 10th grade will be screened. No other children will be screened without parental permission. Please contact the school if you have any questions or concerns, or the Bear Paw Cooperative at 406-357-2269. This service is sponsored by the Bear Paw Cooperative....
The United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), in cooperation with the Fort Belknap Indian Community, will be preparing a Watershed Plan-Environmental Assessment (EA) for Lake Seventeen and Little Suction Creek and associated watersheds in Blaine and Phillips Counties. To share information about the project and collect comments from the community, NRCS will host two public meetings. “This project offers exciting opportunities to conserve and improve habitat for fish and wildlife, enhance public recrea...
In the month of September, the Valley County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting alcohol sales compliance checks. These checks will be conducted at establishments that sell and/or serve alcoholic beverages within Valley County. Law enforcement officials are running these checks to help businesses avoid liquor law violations and at the same time combat the underage drinking problem that runs throughout Montana. Businesses and staff are strongly urged to check IDs and refuse service to underage adults....
The Montana Office of Public instruction recently allocated $1.5 million in Federal Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds to Montana teachers. Through a partnership with DonorsChoose, a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit, they offered $500 direct grants to all K-12 public school teachers in Montana. We are happy to announce that our teachers were very successful in chasing these grant funds through the required application process. The following nine Glasgow Public School teachers have been notified that they will be...
The Glasgow City Council met on Sept. 3, and held public hearings on assessments for lights, streets and garbage along with the city mill levy and fiscal year 2024-2025 budget. There were no attendees in the audience who voiced an opinion in favor or support of any of the items. The General Fund Budget is the largest budget for the city and the total amount of that budget is $3,322,649. The largest items in the GF Budget: Glasgow Police Department: $1.488 million Glasgow Recreation Department: $423,970 Glasgow Fire Department: $138,280 Glasgow...
The Glasgow High School Educational Trust recently awarded financial aid to 21 GHS graduates who are returning to trade schools or colleges this fall. They attend 12 different schools in five different states and are pursuing very diverse fields of study. They join over 800 other GHS alumni who have benefitted from the Glasgow High School Educational Trust’s financial aid since it was established in 1964. To date, the total dollar value of the trust’s financial aid to students exceeds $3 million dollars. Financial awards from the GHS Educationa...
Are you currently enrolled in an advanced degree and looking for scholarships to help offset educational costs? Students with roots in Valley County that have earned an undergraduate degree can apply for Thomas and Cynthia Markle scholarship as they work towards masters, doctorate, or post-doctorate level degrees. Application deadline is Monday, Sept. 30. Visit our website at valleycountycf.net to apply online or obtain a paper application....
Agriculture continues to rank as one of the most dangerous sectors in this country, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, but many farm tragedies can be avoided through prevention and education. Since 1944, the third week of September has been recognized as National Farm Safety and Health Week. This year’s dates are September 15-21, with the theme “Don’t Learn Safety by Accident.” Reporting ag injuries is one of the feature topics for this important week of safety reminders. Workplace injuries and illness tend to occur at higher...
A new international partnership between Montana’s Missouri River Country and Canada’s South Saskatchewan Ready labeled “Beyond the 49th Parallel” is encouraging travelers to branch out from their home country to explore the neighboring small towns, historic sites and opportunities for outdoor recreation found across the border. “Pairing Canada’s South Saskatchewan and Montana’s Missouri River Country provides an international travel experience like no other,” said Carla Hunsley, executive director of Missouri River Country. “Here, traveler...
The City of Glasgow is exploring the possibility of offering customers the option to receive their water bills via email. This would provide a convenient, paperless way to manage your account and help streamline communication. At this stage, the City is simply gauging interest. If you would prefer to receive your water bill via email rather than through traditional mail, please contact the city clerk’s office if interested: 406-228-2476 ext. 2, [email protected]....
With roughly $1.5 million in pandemic-era education funding set to expire next month, Superintendent of Public Instruction Elsie Arntzen announced a plan Aug. 20 to route those federal dollars directly to classrooms across Montana. The spending strategy, crafted in partnership with the nonprofit crowdsourcing platform DonorsChoose, will let educators apply for up to $500 worth of assistance in purchasing materials for math- and reading-based projects. According to the Office of Public Instruction, applications will be vetted by DonorsChoose...
From Glasgow Superintendent of Schools Brenner Flaten: At the end of our last week of school in 2023-24 (May 31) we were at 736 students. After week one of the 2024-25 school year (Aug. 22) we are at 759 students. That is an increase of 23 students. That is GREAT news. My plan is to be a Champion for Public School and I love the trend we are seeing and the positive vibes coming from each of our three school buildings. Outstanding staff, students, and parents working together. Let’s keep this train moving in a positive direct...
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. Service officers will be in Glasgow at the VA Clinic from 1-4 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 10. They will also be in Malta on Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the Malta City Hall. If you would like to apply for benefits with the VA please come and see the Veteran Service Officer at the appointed time and bring a copy of your discharge/separation (DD214) papers with...
It’s rummage sale season! St Raphael’s PCCW is now accepting donations for the fall sale! Clean out your closets and declutter your house and garage, bring it all down to the parish center and get a jump on your fall cleaning! Donations can be dropped off any time through Sept. 30. Please place all donations on the stage when dropped off. For more information regarding donations and/or the rummage sale, please call the Church office at 406-228-9800....
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Mary Fahlgren, specializing in grief counseling, will lead a grief support group beginning on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 9 a.m., at St.Raphael’s Parish Center, 442 3rd Ave. No. This group is based on Dr. Alan Wolfelt’s “Understanding Your Grief “ a 12-week program. In this group, participants will learn the Ten Touchstones or principles and actions to take in order to help yourself engage with your grief and create momentum toward healing. If interested, contact Mary at 406-230-0148....
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Montana is accepting applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), Wetland Reserve Easements (WRE), and Agricultural Land Easements (ALE). There are several dates to be aware of for the current funding cycle of these programs. ALE Inflation Reduction Act: Oct. 4, 2024 EQIP: Oct. 25, 2024 RCPP Land Management and Rentals: Oct. 11, 2024 RCPP Entity Held Easements: Nov. 1, 2024...
Rodeo #1, Aug. 24 Pole Bending 1. Brytin Steadman, Miles City 21.88 2. Linden Schenk, Joliet 22.27 3. Brooke Billingsley, Glasgow 22.37 4. Charlotte Harper, Shepherd 22.54 Goat Tying 1. Sage Henderson, Lewistown 7.03 2. Natalie Krenning, Bridger 7.81 3. Linden Schenk, Joliet 7.87 4. Bailey Billingsley, Glasgow 8.14 Rodeo #2, Aug. 25 Team Roping 1. Raya Elings, Shepherd & Curtis Pretty On Top, FT Smith 9.48 2. Tryan Knight, Wibaux & Bailey Billingsley, Glasgow 16.68 3. Linden Schenk, Joliet & Gage Holzum, Rapleje 17.55 4. Cooper Fisher, Hardin...
The Bureau of Reclamation, in partnership with the Blackfeet Tribe and the Milk River Joint Board of Control, broke ground Aug. 20 for the St. Mary Diversion Dam Rehabilitation Project. This crucial project, funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, marks a significant milestone in ensuring the sustainability and efficiency of water resources in the region. The ceremony held celebrated the collaborative effort and the shared commitment to securing water resources for future generations. Reclamation’s Deputy Commissioner Roque Sanchez e...
The Glasgow Elks Lodge is on a mission to boost patriotic spirit and pride in our community by presenting brand new American and Montana state flags to local schools. As part of their ongoing commitment to supporting education and community values, the Elks- formally known as the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks- set out on this mission as a part of their Americanism Program. On Aug. 22, Glasgow Elks Lodge's Exalted Ruler Maxwell Knodel took the requested flags to Glasgow's Irle...
The Montana Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved critical incident that occurred late Saturday night, Aug. 24, in Valley County. At approximately 9:19 p.m., deputies from Valley and McCone County Sheriff’s Offices were responding to a disturbance call occurring at Roundhouse Point Campground. While en route, a McCone County deputy, working under contract with Valley County, encountered an adult female and male (the involved parties) arguing outside their vehicle near mile marker 3 on Montana Highway 1...
For the Courier On July 13, the Fort Peck Fine Arts Council (FPFAC) commemorated the 90th anniversary of the Historic Fort Peck Theatre with a special presentation attended by approximately 120 patrons. This milestone highlights a rich history and an exciting future for the beloved venue. The Fort Peck Theatre first opened its doors on Nov. 15, 1934, playing movies around the clock. Over the decades, the theatre has become a cherished landmark, its enduring charm a testament to the community's d...
Governor Greg Gianforte has proclaimed Aug. 21 as Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day to remember those lost to fentanyl overdoses and increase awareness about the risks of fentanyl. “While we continue to call on the [Biden/Harris] administration to stop the flow of illegal drugs across the border, the State of Montana is committed to strengthening penalties for criminals who peddle this poison and providing support to families who have lost a loved one to the drug epidemic. Susan and I ask every Montanan to join us today in raising a...
Nashua Our Redeemer Lutheran Church will have their first Indian Taco Supper of the fall, on Monday, Sept. 9, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. All proceeds go to help defray medical costs for Patty Garwood. Thrivent has provided supplementary funds. Take outs are available and all are welcome! Free will donations go to help the Garwood Family....
The Bureau of Land Management Missouri Basin Resource Advisory Council will meet Wednesday, Sept. 11, in Glasgow for their regular business meeting. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Glasgow City-County Library at 408 3rd Avenue South, and will begin at noon. The public comment period will be held from 4-5 p.m. Interested persons may make oral presentations or file written statements for the council to consider. Depending on the number of persons wishing to comment and time available, the time for individual oral...
