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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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"Valley County, we are headed in the wrong direction." Those were the opening words to a letter from Valley County Health Department Director, Lynn Miller, on Feb. 4 to the entire county. In the letter Miller highlighted a number of issues with the county's rising COVID-19 numbers, a disregard for social distancing, the still-in-effect mask mandate and the slow pace of vaccinations. "On one hand we have our older residents who are very concerned for their health, concerned about contracting...
US Representative for Montana, Matt Rosendale, and Montana US Senator Steve Daines have introduced legislation to attempt to reverse President Joe Biden’s revocation of a key permit issued to TC Energy for the Keystone XL pipeline to cross into the United States from Canada at the border in Phillips County. The decision made on President Biden’s first day in office had been long forecast. Biden had campaigned on the promise that he would make revoking Keystone XL a first-day event—a promise he ultimately kept. Nonetheless, the decision has gene...
Dear Editor, Consumers have the right to know the origin of their beef purchases, and ranchers have the right to a fair and competitive market. This is a reasonable expectation. However, since 2015 Congress specifically exempted beef and pork from labeling laws. Consumers do not know where their beef comes from, and ranchers do not have fair prices. If you are a consumer learning of this for the first time, you might be incredulous. The last time you purchased beef from the supermarket, the...
February 8th was the 26th day of the 67th Montana legislature. Montana law says that we can meet for 90 days and must approve a balanced budget. Thank all of you who have reached out with phone calls or emails. I appreciate your input and will vote my conscience, experience and most of all with God as an advisor. Committees have confirmed the director positions and governmental boards. In Senate Ag we confirmed, and await the final vote of the Senate floor, Mr. Mike Foster. Mr. Foster is from...
The Valley CARE Coalition proudly presents stories from Valley County residents who have struggled, continue to struggle, or have found peace surrounding mental health, substance use disorders, or behavioral health. Battling this is a symbol of strength and courage and should be highlighted as such. It wasn't all bad in the big city. I got married and was clean for years. I went to classes, was working, made money, and lived the American dream. Then I relapsed and I couldn't get back. I struggle...
FOR THE COURIER The Hi-Line Sportsmen will hold their 5th annual banquet on Saturday evening, Feb. 27, at Glasgow’s St. Raphael’s Parish Center gymnasium. Limited numbers of tickets go on sale today, Feb. 5. Because COVID restrictions mandate precautions, including limiting attendance and some traditional raffles, this year’s banquet will be smaller in size and more limited in scope than in previous years. “As a committee, we had a vigorous debate about whether to hold our traditional banquet at this time,” says Jack Medlicott, Hi-Line S...
FOR THE COURIER In addition to Pam L. Veis and Andy Meyers performing AR Gurney’s comedy, LOVE LETTERS, the two fundraiser performances will also feature a musical offering from Alicia Bullock-Muth, Luree Green-Chappell and Jay Michael Roberts. The trio will perform a collection of songs reflecting and celebrating the themes of the play, and Valentine’s Day. Admission is FREE, but donations will be collected, to go directly to Chayten Pippin and family. Cash and check gifts will be accepted at performances, with virtual donating option ava...
The Valley County Pioneer museum’s hours for February through April will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Fort Peck Interpretive Center is open Monday through Friday by advanced appointment only. Masks are required and group size will be limited. Call the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at 406-526-3493 for more information. Links to the menus for area schools are listed below: Hinsdale School https://hinsdale.k12.mt.us/District/1128-Untitled.html Saco School http://sacoschools.k12.mt.us/District/1571-Untitled.html Opheim School https://sites.google.com/si...
Fay Dear, 78, of Glendive, Mont., a retired School District Business Manager, passed away at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital January 26, 2021 following complications from surgery. Fay was born August 6, 1942 in Rockford, Ill., to Gladys and James Hetherton. She graduated from Cascade High school in 1960. Later that year she married Buck Dear. Even though Fay and Buck later divorced, they remained the love of each other's life. Together they had three children: Todd, Coreen and Scott. Fay worked as a...
Hal David Haefer, a wonderful husband, brother, uncle and friend, left this earthly life in Billings on Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, at 11:11 (military time), after a courageous battle with cancer. Hal was born on August 12, 1942, to Maxine Sarah Eschler and biological father, Wilhelm David Meyers, in Great Falls, Mont. When Hal was four years old, Donald Maxwell Haefer became his Dad. The family lived at Rainbow Dam near Great Falls while his Dad worked for the Montana Power Company. In the summer...
Longtime Glasgow resident, Robert LeRoy Maas, 84, peacefully passed away Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, surrounded by family, in Billings, Mont. Bob was born December 26, 1936 in Glasgow, Mont., to parents, Harry A. Maas and Olga Frances (Warrick) Maas. Both have preceded him in death. Both of Bob's brothers, Albert (Elaine) and Ron also preceded him in death. Bob is survived by his children, Elaine Maas (sister-in-law), cousins Herb (Lynda) Sands, Marry Jo Guttenberg, Debbie Fuhrman, as well as his...
Merle Anthony "Tony" Weeres passed away at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont., on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021, following a bout with pneumonia. Tony was born in Havre, Montana, on December 9, 1953, to Merle and Patricia Weeres. His early years were spent in Harlem, Mont., and the last several years have been in Glasgow. Tony's life was spent struggling with developmental issues due to PKU (Phenylketonuria), a very rare chronic disorder. Today all babies born in the United States are t...
Charles "Chuck" Eugene Rogers died peacefully on Friday, Jan. 29 at Prairie Ridge Village in Glasgow Mont. from advanced lung cancer. Chuck had a great life and died peacefully at 88 years old with his daughter Amber at his side and daughter Charlene on speakerphone who was preparing to drive from Wisconsin to join them. The dedicated staff at Prairie Ridge was active in his care from his arrival, through his transition to increasing need, and until his final breath. Their care has been much...
Scott David Jakanoski, age 56, passed away peacefully after a courageous fight with cancer. Scott was born May 22, 1964 to John and Nadine Jakanoski, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont., which was named after his great, great aunt Frances Mahon. From an early age, he was drawn to sports. They were a constant throughout his life, from Little League baseball; to pitching and catching for the Glasgow Reds; to a sharp outside shooter for the basketball team; to a fierce tackler on...
MARY HONRUD FOR THE COURIER We’ve had another trip to Billings, this one for a couple of medical reasons. The main one was for another follow-up on Dennis’s shoulder procedure. The healing of that shoulder is proceeding extremely well. He’s the anomaly in that he’s way ahead of the curve in range of motion/lack of pain. The other reason was my dental referral. I was lucky enough to be able to get my tooth extraction scheduled for the same time. The tooth had been bothering me for at least three years. Two re-fills and root canals had not cur...
The Scottie wrestling team has improvised, adapted and overcome this seasons, with all its COVID-related challenges. With only a few weeks left in the regular season, team members are keeping their eyes on their goals of improving each week, with the unstated goal of earning another state title. Coach Jory Casterline was pleased with his team's performance over the last week, after a less-than-stellar performance by the team the week prior. Though injuries and illnesses have played a part in...
The Glasgow Scottie girls notched a big win Thursday night, taking down the Scobey/Opheim Spartans at the Dog Pound in a tight game, 41-36. The following night, the team traveled to Saco to face the North Country Mavericks, where the Mavericks took the 43-25 victory. Despite the loss to North Country, the Scotties are proud of their weekend. "I feel we played two very good teams this weekend," said Tyann Graham. "It was a good test for our team." At home against the Spartans, the Scotties...
The Glasgow Scottie boys basketball team came off two big wins against conference rivals against Malta and Wolf Point to face two non-conference foes this past weekend. In games against Scobey/Opheim and North Country, the Class C teams bested the Scotties. Scobey/Opheim added another win to their undefeated record, taking Glasgow 70-24 at the Dawg Pound on Thursday night. Friday night the Scotties traveled to Saco where the North Country Mavericks took revenge for an earlier season loss...
Lustre returned to the hardwood this past weekend after a two-week break. Boys coach Randy Reddig said of his Lions, "The layoff definitely showed but looking forward to the final push to the tournament." The Lions fell to Scobey/Opheim on Feb. 2 by a score of 59-29 as the Spartans continue to own the top slot in District 3-C on the boys side of the standings. Scobey/Opheim got the jump on Lustre, taking an 18-4 lead at the end of the first quarter. The Spartans outscored the Lions by 10 points...
The Glasgow Ice Dawgs high school team may have dropped two games while in Bozeman over the weekend, but the team is improving in ways not reflected by the final scores. Though the team continues to struggle when it comes to scoring, the Ice Dawgs turned in two of the cleanest games they've played this season. The Dawgs have served an inordinate amount of time in the penalty box this season which has contributed to several losses this season as opponents have taken advantage of their...