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After participating in the 36th annual Governor’s Cup, with Governor Greg Gianforte fishing and First Lady Susan Gianforte assisting in a weigh boat, the Gianfortes traveled back to Helena for government business. A few days later they made their way back to the Hi-Line this past week with stops in Glasgow, Saco and Malta on July 18 as they continued their way to Blaine County as part of the Governor’s 56 County tour. During their time in Glasgow, First Lady Gianforte met with members of the...
In June, The Department of the Interior announced that more than 1,900 state and local governments around the country will receive a total of $578.8 million in Payments in Lieu of Taxes funding for 2023. Because local governments cannot tax federal lands, annual PILT payments help to defray the costs associated with maintaining important community services. Valley County received $1,335,998 in PILT funding in 2023. This compares to $1.186 million in 2022 and $1.153 million in 2021. Valley County was listed as having 1.122 million acres of feder...
Throughout the summer, Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming (GSMW) has been on the road taking their Mobile STEM Learning Center van to various communities throughout Montana and Wyoming. The van made a stop at the Glasgow Civic Center on July 20, where children of all ages had the opportunity to explore 3D printing and learn about the human body with a mannequin who had removable organs such as eyes, spleen and kidneys. STEM Program Specialist Jess Carley walked the kids through the 3D printing...
This summer's Theatre for Young Audience tour launched on July 18 at the Glasgow City-County Library with the production of Sally Forth. Written and directed by Fort Peck Summer Theatre Artistic Director Andy Meyers and produced in partnership with emerging company AM Theatrical, the production starred Jenny Smith as Sally the Stamp, Shy Iverson, who starred as Haskell. Under an hour in length, this show was perfect for whole families who came out to the production at the library with lawn...
Montana reached its 20th consecutive month of unemployment below three percent in June, according to data compiled by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Montana Department of Labor & Industry. Since Governor Greg Gianforte was elected, Montanans have created more than 41,000 new jobs statewide. “We’re creating an environment where businesses can thrive, create more good-paying jobs, and increase opportunities for all Montanans, and we’re seeing great results,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Wages in Montana grew at the fifth fastest r...
Joining Representative Tom Welch, R-Dillon, Governor Greg Gianforte celebrated a new law which provides Montana homeowners up to $1,350 in property tax rebates over the next two years. “Property taxes are too high, which is why we prioritized and secured immediate property tax relief for Montanans this legislative session,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Now, it’s time to build on reforms to reduce the burden of property taxes over the long term.” At a local residence in Dillon, the governor ceremonially signed House Bill 222, carried by Rep. Welch, wh...
On July 12, U.S. Senator Steve Daines co-sponsored a bicameral, bipartisan bill to ensure the continued availability of AM broadcast in new vehicles at no additional charge to the consumer. “AM radio is absolutely vital to maintaining the important fabric of our rural Montana communities and plays a critical role in public safety. Whether it be local news, weather or commodity prices, our AM radio stations in Montana are as much a part of us as the local barber or coffee shop. We must preserve our AM radio stations to ensure that Montana r...
At approximately 1230 on Friday [July 21], Fish and Game wardens reported seeing smoke near Bone Trail. Mutual aid was immediately requested from CMR based out of Fort Peck. Our local BLM ranger notified BLM dispatch out of Lewistown. While crews were en route Sheriff Boyer was able to get eyes on the fire via airplane. This greatly improved our response time giving us a precise location, estimated size and terrain. CMR responded with a type 4 engine, the Pines responded with a type 6 engine, and another type 6 engine responded from Long Run....
Dear Editor, I was reading in the Montana Senior News (April-May issue) about how veterans can go to the Double-H Ranch in Bozeman, Mont., and start getting their lives back on track after they get out of the service. Now young people should take note of this when you are fooling around with your idle time getting into trouble. These veterans have all kinds of problems and want to heal themselves and have something to look forward to. A lot of you young people are healthy or were healthy and...
I am sure that many of you guys out there can remember getting a summer job picking up bales. It seemed like many of the young high school football players liked to get the job as they got to “keep in shape” over the summer. When I go outside to help, I can’t help but remember my days in the hay field and I got to run air-conditioned outfits. I can’t imagine what it would be like picking bales the hard way on those 90-degree days. Thankfully, modern equipment and bale size has brought about many changes in that respect. For those of you loo...
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. The Valley County Pioneer Museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Nemont Manor has activities scheduled throughout the month for the entire community as well as the residents of Nemont Manor. If you would like a calendar, please contact 406-228-4306 or e-mail [email protected] and they will mail one to you. Come see the Fort Peck Interpretive C... Full story
The Valley County Transportation Advisory Committee is hosting a meeting at the Valley County Senior Citizen Center on Thursday, Aug. 3, at 2 p.m. The meeting is open to the general public and anyone who is interested in county transportation is encouraged to attend. If you are interested but are unable to attend in person you can join via phone using the number: 1-571-748-4021.... Full story
Christmas in July! Based on the beloved film starring Bing Crosby and Rosemary Clooney, this heartwarming, tap-dancing musical extravaganza features Irving Berlin's beloved songs. Following their service in WWII, veterans Bob and Phil have a successful song-and-dance act. With romance in mind, they follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by their former army commander. Starring in Crosby and Clooney's iconic roles are... Full story
A gentle soul and free spirit left this world when Brent Robert Fjeldheim, 50, of Bozeman, Mont., passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, July 29 at 10:30 a.m., at Zion Lutheran Church in Lewistown, Mont. A Private Family Gathering and scattering of ashes will be held later on the landscape Brent loved at the Olson Ranch in Grass Range, Mont. Brent was born on March 13, 1973, to Robert and Annette (Olson) Fjeldheim. He was raised primarily in Glasgow,... Full story
Thomas L. Farrell, 87, of Laurel, Mont., passed away Monday, July 17, 2023 at home. At his request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time. He was born Nov. 8, 1935, in Glasgow, Mont. Tom graduated from Glasgow High School in 1953 where he was selected as Halfback for the All American Football Team. He attended the University of Montana for a short time before enlisting in the Navy in 1955. He was stationed in Japan, received a medal of good conduct in 1958 and... Full story
Richard J. "Dick" Thronson, age 80, of Fort Peck, Mont., passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023 surrounded by his six children. Visitation will be on Friday, July 28, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow, Mont. Funeral services will be on Saturday, July 29, at 2 p.m. at the Glasgow Evangelical Church in Glasgow, with Pastor Frank Burns officiating. Following the service, burial with military honors will be at Highland Cemetery in Glasgow. A reception will follow at the Fort Peck... Full story
After spending decades in the workforce, you might look forward to the day you retire. But if you decide, for one reason or another, that you’d like to redefine “retirement” to include part-time work or consulting, you could enjoy exercising your skills and meeting new people. But you can also receive some key financial benefits. Specifically, bringing in some paychecks in your retirement can help you in these areas: • You could contribute more to your IRA. During your working years, you may have contributed regularly to an IRA, but once yo...
Miranda Espinosa is taking a break from her job pouring and finishing concrete at her family’s construction business. With her gear packed, she has traveled almost 200 miles to Glasgow to donate her time and experience on a different kind of project. The Miles City resident has volunteered her skills for several weeks on the remodel of the Glasgow Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Espinosa has a wide variety of construction and office skills, and she relies on both to work on the project as much as she can. “I work anywhere on the site...
There's been entire books written on the history of fencing in the West. The evolution of barbed wire, the impact fences had on the landscapes, and the range wars that ensued when fences first went up are all remarkable and fascinating stories that will forever stand in the history of the American West and the ranching industry. But when those same fences that made history are still standing today, plans to upgrade have likely been discussed. Modern day ranchers, however, know the harsh reality...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards for July 20 show 385 cattle sold with cows steady with last test on July 6 and bulls steady to higher with last test on July 6. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $112; canner and cutter cows $90 to $105; and bulls $120 to $14,200....
The Glasgow Kiwanis Swim Team has come through this season despite a significant setback: the closure of the Glasgow Pool. The Thunder wore hard hats and safety vests during the Parade of Athletes at the Divisional Swim Meet in Chinook this past weekend while holding a sign that said "No Pool, No Problem" and they delivered. All 18 swimmers who competed at the penultimate 2023 event earned a spot at the State Swim Meet in Conrad this coming weekend. "I am very proud of how we performed at...
First game against Gallatin Valley, Tyrus Hartwell with a walk off single scoring Jackson Kemp and Bear Green to win the game. Tyrus Hartwell wins the MVP pin. Second game against Bozeman they meet a buzz saw of a team and lose 9-1. (No MVP pins awarded) Full team effort in third game to 10 run Havre 20-10. Saunten Gamas wins MVP pin. Fourth game against Gallatin Valley went extra innings. Bear Green on the mound with a monstrous full game only allowing 1 run in 7 innings. Down one in bottom of...
Hi-Line Hoopers composed of mostly Glasgow kids with a couple Hi-Line pickups. Took 2nd place at the State Big Sky Games. Beating a Belgrade Rebels in their first game 45-37. In their second they took down Malta 75-34. Took on a tough Valor team from Billings 44-29. The Belgrade Rebels came through the consolation bracket to meet up with Glasgow to get in the championship. Glasgow came out on top handily beating Belgrade 47-21. In the championship Glasgow fell short 48-31 to the Billings Valor...
The Glasgow Reds baseball team ended their 2023 season in Miles City at the District Tournament after posting an 0-2 record over the long weekend. Glasgow opened with a game against the Miles City Mavericks July 20. The 11-1 loss bumped the team to the back side of the bracket to face the Laurel Dodgers July 22 in loser-out action. The Reds fell by the same margin – 11-1 – in the season-ending loss. The Reds fell behind the Mavericks in their opening game when the host team scored six run sin th...
Time F/P/S Relay Place Points Improv Event # 5 Boys 200 Free Relay 11-12 2:40.18S F A Relay Glasgow Kiwanis Swim Team 3 8 Kulczyk, Nikolas (12) Wesen, Paxton (12) Fuhrman, Wade (11) Huntsman, Holt (12) Event # 5 Boys 200 Free Relay 11-12 - Lead-Off Legs ( 50 Free ) 36.87S F Kulczyk, Nikolas --- --- 0.95 Event # 6 Girls 200 Free Relay 11-12 2:46.46S F DQ A Relay Glasgow Kiwanis Swim Team --- --- Event # 12 Girls 100 IM 8 & Under 2:14.72S F Tatafu, Kila 4 9 -0.20 Event # 14 Girls 100 IM 9-10 2:01.54S F Miller, Molly 9 4 -1.55 2:02.00S F Saiz,...
