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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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The old neon sign is nostalgic for many in the Glasgow community. It's probably one of the few neon signs of its kind left in the area. The bright flash of red, with a touch of green, is familiar to locals and something people were excited to see turned back on after a short hiatus. Sam's Supper Club was sold to new owners not long after the tragic death of Barb Marsh, co-owner of the restaurant. Joe Younkin finalized the sale several weeks ago to the new owner, Scott Woodward. Woodward, a... Full story
His coworkers described him as very intelligent, dedicated and a hard worker. Tragedy struck Saturday when Robert Lee Irwin, 53, of Glasgow, was killed while doing maintenance on a Fossum Ready Mix truck at the Fossum gravel pit north of the city, investigators said. He was found dead at the scene. Valley County Sheriff Glen Meier described it a job-related accident. Irwin had worked for Fossum for 34 years. The accident is still under investigation. His obituary is on Page 6A.... Full story
Dispatch received the call right around 6 p.m. last Thursday. Mike Doney, Celina Brien and their 2-year-old were out celebrating his birthday when they received a call from a neighbor. The family's home was fully engulfed by the time firetrucks pulled up to the scene on Tihista Road, east of Nashua. Doney reported to the firefighters that there were firearms in the home and a propane tank out back. As fire trucks pulled up they moved back from the scene as ammunition started to go off. Nashua Fire Department Chief Ray Yoss said the house was a...
It's time to celebrate your homegrown vegetables this week. As it's National Farmers Market Week, salute to those hard workers that keep the local farmers markets open and running is deserved. The farmers market in Glasgow has been going on for at least 25 years and Tammi Dahl has hopes it will continue for years to come. While the local farmers market is small, it's also a favorite hangout spot for complimentary coffee, donuts and cookies. Neighbors can visit with neighbors at the Red Rock Plaz...
A fatal traffic accident took place Saturday on Highway 24, near mile marker 35 in McCone County near Fort Peck. Two women were in the vehicle when the driver tried to avoid a deer in the road and lost control of the vehicle, investigators said. The driver was wearing a seatbelt. The passenger, Samantha Conn, 27,of Morehead, Kentucky, was not and she was ejected from the vehicle. Conn was reported dead on the scene. McCone County dispatch called and requested for assistance around 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2. The Glasgow ambulance was...
The last train – in this case, a kiddie train –has left the Northeast Montana Fair. after several days of exhibits, shows, rodeos, carnival rides and plain old fun. Don't miss next week's annual salute to fair award-winners and happenings in your hometown Courier.... Full story
Dear Editor: I am writing this letter to express my concerns in regard to what is happening at the Highland Cemetery. In July 2013, I visited my father’s gravesite at the cemetery and was appalled at what I saw. A large headstone had been placed within inches of my father’s footstone. This headstone is so close to my father’s footstone that it obstructs the view of half of it. It robs the dignity and respect of my father’s resting place. There is an existing ordinance governing the placement of markers that has been in effect since before... Full story
Dear Editor: I have been following the discussion of the cemetery issue regarding monuments in the news but I have never heard what they intend to do about a problem with flat stones. And yes, they can be a large problem. I understand that for maintenance purposes on the part of those who care for our Highland Cemetery, it may make their job easier. But as nice as it is to mow right over the sites of these graves, there is debris left behind by the mowing – grass clippings - and then dirt blows in and the rain and snow will plaster them r...
Oh my gosh, what is happening to our Northeast Montana Fair? Do you remember attending the fair just to look at exhibits? There were all of the farm equipment and camper trailers on display, the games of horseshoes, and that background music that made you know you were at the fair. There was the gathering of neighbors and friends sitting on a bench discussing events. A tip of the hat to all who made the effort to bring exhibits to the fair. Remember when the number of entries you took to the fair was a bragging point, and livestock and the...
It is reported that the Burlington Northern-Santa Fe Railroad (BNSF) is planning to lay another line of tracks through Valley County to enhance their oil transportation capabilities. In my opinion, there is a better option than having another set of tracks. I recognize that the BNSF plays a major role in Valley County transporting grain, oil and freight. Most of us tolerate the noise and smell of the trains and accept the resulting disruption of agricultural operations, impact on local flooding, fragmentation of wildlife habitat, etc. However,...
Robert Lee Irwin, 53, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014, in a work-related accident in Glasgow, Mont. Services will be held Monday, Aug. 11, at 11 a.m., at the First Lutheran Church in Glasgow with Pastors Scott Hedegaard and Jay Ashbaucher officiating. A private inurnment will be held at a later date. He was born Dec. 8, 1960, in Glasgow, the son of Louis Irwin Sr. and Mildred (Schakosky) Irwin. He was raised in Glasgow and graduated from Glasgow High School in 1980, enjoying participation...
Edwin Lyle Rennick, 63, born Feb. 7, 1951, in Glasgow, died Tuesday, July 29, 2014, in a truck accident near Wolf Point, Mont. He grew up in the Glasgow and Opheim areas. After graduating from high school, he attended a mechanic school in Denver, Colo., and when he returned, he decided to serve in the U.S. Army before going into business. He returned to the area and went into construction and farm work. He later owned an auto repair shop during the time he participated in demo derbies and as...
Memorial services for Gladys Theo “Jody” Opheim will be held Saturday, Aug. 9, at 10 a.m. at the Opheim Lutheran Church. Pastor David Rogenes will be officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Lawndale Cemetery, which is east of Opheim. The inurnment will be followed by a reception at the Opheim Lutheran Church. She died Saturday, May 3, 2014, at the Help for Health Hospice Home in Riverton, Wyo....
This photo is of Wheeler, a town that was adjacent to the Fort Peck Dam site, built on a barren hill. It was taken July 30, 1934. The community was named after Sen. Burton K. Wheeler, Montana's senior senator. Wheeler no longer exists, and hardly a trace remains in the area. While this photo just shows the beginnings of the town, it grew much larger in size by the end of the Fort Peck Dam project.... Full story
Still cutting time going into the finals, the Glasgow Kiwanis Thunder Swim Team had a solid performance from 22 swimmers at the state meet in Conrad this past weekend. Out of the 22 state qualifiers, 13 swimmers qualified for the finals on Sunday and went on to bring home three champions, six second-place and six third-place finishes. That gives the Thunder a fourth place in the A Division with 232 points, or ninth overall out of 22 teams from throughout Montana that competed in the state meet.... Full story
How will the Glasgow Scotties teams follow up on their high-octane 2013-14 sports seasons? It's time to start finding out. Parents Night will be Thursday, Aug. 14, at 7 p.m. in the GHS Auditorium, new activities director Brenner Flaten has announced. All student athletes, grades 9-12, who will be participating in activities in the Glasgow Schools will be required to attend this informational meeting held by the school administration, coaches and sponsors. During this session, school policies and procedures will be discussed. It will be...
For most of you who have witnessed my basketball-watching antics in the past, I can hear you saying, “He's a fine one to talk about being nice to the refs.” I'll admit I got pretty intense at times and thought my 20/20 vision was far better than that myopic Mr. Magoo out there on the floor blowing that whistle. I thought I knew all the rules to the letter and was sure to point out any mistakes the refs made. John Jones, a ref who was tougher than John Wayne TP, convinced me I wasn't as smart as I though I was when he pointed a finger at me and...
Ben Ayre, was named All-Around cowboy, earning $2,761, for his performances in tie-down roping, steer wrestling and team roping Aug. 3 and 4 during the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association rodeo at the Northeast Montana Fair. Other results: Bareback Riding 1. Tyler Nelson, 85 points on Brookman-Hyland Rodeo's Smiling Bob, $1,383; 2. George Gillespie IV, 80, $1,048; 3. Jessy Davis, 79, $755; 4. Shane O'Connell, 71, $503; 5. Heath Ford, 70, $293; 6. Jacoby Johns, 69, $210. Steer Wrestling First round: 1. (tie) Reef Mills and Shawn Downing, 3.7...
Beth Mindt of Sidney and Carrie Mindt of Lambert reeled in16.48 pounds of walleye Saturday to win the Glasgow/Fort Peck Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited Women's Fishing Tournament. Forty-seven teams participated in the event based at Fort Peck Marina. Top 10 results: • 1. Beth and Carrie Mindt, 16.48 pounds • 2. Vanessa and Milly Eggebrecht, 15.72 pounds • 3. Yvette Phillips and Sharlene Schmidt, 15.46 pounds • 4. Renae and Cindy Bishop, 13.6 pounds • 5. Darcie Waarvik and Deb Hystad, 12.08 pounds • 6. Kelly Sillerud and Jenni James, 10.82 pound...
