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The Glasgow Downtown Association (GDA) hosted their sixth annual Polar Putt Putt on Jan. 18, where a total of 42 teams made their way through 14 downtown businesses to play a round of mini golf on courses designed and built by the participating businesses. With an entry fee per two-person team, a total of 70 percent in cash prizes were given back to the top three team placers. Attendance was up compared to last year's event where only 39 teams came out, which is surprising as the weather for...
Both the Glasgow and Frazer Speech and Drama team competed in the Eastern B/C Divisional meet at Froid on Jan. 25. Both teams have had a successful season so far, and they kept up that momentum through the Divisional meet. Both teams will be sending competitors to the State meet next weekend, Jan. 31 through Feb. 1 at Huntley Project. Those who placed first through sixth in their events will advance onto the State meet. Frazer sophomore Marick Old Person placed third in Program Oral Interpretation (POI). This is his second year going to State,...
Editor’s Note – This story was originally published in the Jan. 23, 2025, Northern Plains Independent. The Glasgow Courier has obtained permission to republish. Frazer’s school superintendent and principal each resigned their positions, effective the end of June, during a school board meeting on Monday, Jan. 13. Both administrators however are still supportive and pleased with the school system. “The biggest thing is that there’s nothing wrong with the community or school. The students are fantastic,” Superintendent Dr. Sarah Ruff said. Both...
On Jan. 15, up to $6,000,000 in tax credits were available statewide for just over an hour through the Innovative Educational Program. Within the parameters of the program, for every $1 donation to a school of a donor’s choice, donors received a $1 credit on their 2025 state tax bill. As schools entered donations into the program that morning, the statewide funding disappeared quickly. Thanks to two generous donors, Glasgow Schools received $3,000 while Lustre Elementary received $7,000 from two donors. The use of these funds are limited to f...
Editor’s Note: This story was originally published in the Jan. 20, 2025, issue of the Daily Montanan; dailymontanan.com/. The Montana Supreme Court has upheld a Billings lawmaker’s right to review a child-neglect-and-abuse case that the Gianforte administration had denied, citing attorney-client privilege. On Jan. 27, the Montana Supreme Court unanimously sided with Rep. Bill Mercer, R-Billings, and aligned with the Lewis and Clark District Court Judge Michael McMahon’s order to turn over the documents related to the case. The case focus...
On Jan. 25, Glasgow High School Senior Jorden Mix was presented with her senior banner for the years she has put into the Hi-Line Skating Program. Under the direction of Kim Girard and other instructors, Mix has been in the program since second grade, making this her 11th year as part of the program....
Dear Editor, The Fort Peck Rural County Water District Board deceived its customers in their recent Notice of a Public Hearing, regarding modification of the payment method for the System Development Fee, stating that: "The proposed modification will not impact current customers." This statement is completely false. The Board's postcard misleads current customers into believing that there is no reason to concern themselves with attending the public hearing scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 30, at 6...
For Montana’s elderly citizens, nursing home residents, and others who struggle to travel long distances for medical care, access to trusted eye care close to home is essential. Yet, outdated laws in Montana restrict highly trained doctors of optometry from performing certain in-office procedures that could safely and effectively be done in their offices. It is time to modernize these regulations to ensure Montanans can receive timely, high-quality care without the burden of traveling hundreds of miles. Montana’s optometrists are often the fir...
The Valley County Commissioners met for their weekly discussion and decision meeting on Jan. 22. Two action items were discussed and approved by the commissioners. The commissioners approved the purchase of an Unimacs industrial washer for the Long Run Fire Department at a cost of $17,890. Valley County Fire Warden explained the washer is a specialty washer used for cleaning gear used by Long Run firefighters. The commissioners also accepted two bids from Arneson Contracting and Construction to replace the roof on the Beer Gardens at the...
Oo Shiny Fabrics (formerly Crazy Woman Quilts) is in need of support as they compete in the 8th Annual Local Quilt Shop Cost, hosted by ByAnnie.com and worldwide sponsors. This contest is dedicated to supporting local economics and timeless tradition of sewing. Local quilt shops are the lifeblood of a community and are important because they offer classes, resources, and inspiration to millions of dedicated sewists. Each year sewists around the world vote for their favorite local quilt shops and share what makes them special. In 2024, the...
The Valley County Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting (TAC) will be meeting on Thursday, Feb. 6, 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 TAC will be working on/approving the local Coordination Plan and reviewing/approving Capital requests. The general public and anyone interested in transportation in our county is invited....
EDITOR’S NOTE: Deadline for calendar additions is Mondays at noon. Please email your event to [email protected] or submit in person at the Courier office, 531 2nd Ave. S., Glasgow. Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m., there is coffee hour at the Nashua Senior Citizens. Bingo at the Glasgow Senior Citizens Center, 328 4th Street S. Dime Bingo is on Tuesdays at 1 p.m., and Quarter Bingo is on Saturdays at 7 p.m. Through the winter, the Fort Peck Interpretive Center is open by appointment only to see the Center or for a Powerhouse Tour, 406-526-3493. T...
On Sunday, Oct. 20, 2024, just three days following his 94th birthday, Les Kieth Kinzell passed away in Palmdale, Calif., succumbing to the cruel effects of dementia caused by Alzheimer's disease. Les was born Oct. 17, 1930, to Leslie and Pearl Kinzell in Minot, N.D. At the age of six months, he moved with his parents to Glasgow, Mont., where he would spend his formative years. In 1933, the Kinzell family was blessed with the birth of a baby girl, Cherie, and in 1934, a son Jerry was born. All t...
Faye Maxine (Freestone) Burger crossed over on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at 3:58 a.m. in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She was 84 years old. Faye was born on June 2, 1940, to Russell and Hazel Freestone in Glasgow, Mont. She was the second of three children. On Feb. 21, 1958, she married Charles Burger, of Glasgow, and they had four children. Faye went to work in the kitchen at the Southside School, and from there she went to the Junior High kitchen, and finally landing as Head Cook at Irle School until her...
Arden LeRoy Unrau, known to many as "Ardie," stepped into eternity on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2025, with the same grace, humility, and faith that characterized his life. Born in Wolf Point, Mont., on June 23, 1947, Arden's life was a testament to the Christian faith he held dear. His witty humor, dedicated work ethic, and generous heart touched the lives of all who knew him. A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at Mt. Rainier Christian Center located at...
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in the Montana Farmers Union Magazine Winter 2025 issue. Nashua FFA members are taking agriculture out of this world, experimenting to learn what vegetables grow best in space to provide astronauts with healthy diets. Since 2016, Fairchild Tropic Botanic Garden has worked with scientists at Kennedy Space Center to advance research on growing plants in space to supplement astronauts’ diets for optimal nutrition and Nashua’s FFA students are now helping too. “Nashua has joined this excitin...
Jan. 24, 2025 The roads have been slick enough this week, and the stormy winds today keep us very aware winter is with us. Temperatures were -25 F on Sunday and people still made it to church at the EMB. “It was warm inside,” stated Pastor Wayne. The MB Church not only had Sunday services, but also went in to Glasgow to do a service at Prairie Ridge. It is 12 degrees, but windy and snowing today, Friday evening. Monday was a historical and momentous day in our country, as we watched the inauguration of our President Donald Trump into off...
USDA in Montana reminds agricultural producers of important Farm Service Agency (FSA) program dates. Contact your local service center to apply and with any questions. Visit online at farmers.gov and fsa.usda.gov/mt. Jan. 30: Deadline to apply for 2024 ELAP and LFP benefits Jan. 31: Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops Program (FSCSC) Jan. 31: USDA 1994 Tribal Scholars Program – Application Period is Open! DUE January 31, 2025 Feb. 17: Office Closure for the Federal Holiday: Washington’s Birthday March 3: Deadline to file a notice of...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015 Students at Irle Elementary celebrated 100 days of school this year, a special guest was invited who is celebrating 100 years of life. Charlotte Wigness visited a few classrooms and students were able to ask a few questions. In Kathy Bell's first grade classroom she spoke a little bit on Friday, Jan. 30, about some differences in school from back in her day. She said that in the first-grade class that not many people owned cars in the area. She actually...
In life, you often get second chances — and the same is true with investing. To illustrate: You might not have been able to contribute to a Roth IRA during your working years due to your income level, but you may get that opportunity as you near retirement, or even when you are retired — through a Roth conversion. Why is a Roth IRA desirable for some people? Here are the key benefits: Tax-free withdrawals — You put in after-tax dollars to a Roth IRA, so you can withdraw your contributions at any time, free of taxes and penalties. And if you’v...
The Glasgow Scottie wrestling teams enter the final week of the regular season with a dual win over Glendive and four Dylan Humes Memorial Tournament Champions. The Scottie boys beat Glendive 48-21 while the girls had two wins. The lone boys JV match was a win for Glasgow. In Moorcroft, Wyo., for the Dylan Humes Memorial Tournament, the Glasgow boys scored 123 team points for sixth place out of 29 teams while the girls finished seventh out of 28 teams with 105.5 points. Chloe Lamb notched the...
The North Country boys and girls basketball teams both picked up two wins this past week, defeating Frazer and Dodson. The boys beat Frazer 87-37 Jan. 24 and defeated Dodson 54-50 Jan. 25. The girls team downed Frazer 83-23 and won 56-12 over Dodson. Boys The Mavericks led 18-12 over Frazer at the end of the first quarter and went on a 25-13 run in the second for a 43-25 lead at the half. North Country outscored the Bearcubs 28-8 in the third and 16-4 in the fourth for the 87-37 victory. Blaine...
The Frazer girls basketball team defeated Nashua 54-22 Jan. 21 at home but fell 83-23 in Hinsdale to the North Country Mavericks Jan. 24. The boys team lost 73-51 to the Porcupines and 87-57 to the Mavericks. Girls Frazer took a 10-point lead in the first quarter against Nashua, 14-4, and improved to a 29-6 lead at the half. They outscored Nashua 14-10 in the third and 11-6 in the fourth quarter for the 54-22 win. Audrey Smoker led all scorers with 17 while BriAnna Beston added 14 points for...
The Glasgow Ice Dawgs split their home games against the Miles City Generals this past weekend to improve the Dawgs' record to 9-2. Glasgow lost 5-4 against Miles City Jan. 25 in a hard-fought loss but returned to the ice the following morning to claim a 3-2 victory over the top team in the Big Sky High School league. Glasgow now sits in third behind Miles City, 13-3, and Butte, 11-2. Penalties cost Glasgow in the first game against Miles City as the Generals made good on two man-advantages in t...
The Scottie girls basketball team went 1-2 on the week with a win over Harlem and losses to Sidney and Fairview. Glasgow beat Harlem 53-34 at home Jan. 23. They lost to Sidney 56-39 the following night and 37-30 to the Warriors in Fairview Jan. 25. The Harlem Wildcats took a 15-10 lead over Glasgow in the first quarter but the Scotties battled back with a 15-7 run in the second to trail 25-22 at the half. The home team took control in the third quarter by outpacing the Wildcats 17-2. Glasgow held on to the lead with an 11-10 showing in the...
