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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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After filing a request on July 10 to again block construction on the Keystone XL pipeline project environmental groups and Justice Department attorneys won’t be able to state their case and argue their points of view until Wednesday, Oct. 9, to U.S. District Judge Brian Morris in Great Falls. This scheduled hearing is just another chapter in the journey of the construction and implementation of the Keystone XL pipeline project. Originally scheduled for construction to begin in the Hi-Line this past spring, materials were seen traveling a...
When Art Widhalm finished his 30-year career in the Air Force – which included time in Vietnam – he knew that he wanted to help improve the lives of military members still in uniform and the lives of veterans alike. It was that drive that led him to the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and that drive ultimately made him a commander at the Fort Peck VFW Post 3107 in 2000. It was again that motivation that made him stay in the position until 2010, then bumped him up to State Commander in 2014, and the...
Residents of all ages had the opportunity to not only enjoy the starry sky, with the addition of a slight lightning show, on Aug. 14, but also wind down from the summer season with a movie in the Glasgow Pool. As a fundraiser event for the Valley County Community Pool Campaign, $817.55 was raised, adding to the already established fund for the new pool. "It was well attended by youth of varying ages, who, after a bit of lightning delay, had fun swimming under the stars until the whistle blew at...
The 50th anniversary season at the Fort Peck Summer Theatre is soon coming to an end. And what a fitting end it is. The last show at the theatre on the lake is On Golden Pond. The season ender is more than just a show for this crew, showcasing well-known faces on the stage, a young up-and-comer, and a first-time FPST director, but a combination for a perfect blend of all the theatre represents for the region. “Such a talent!” gushed veteran actor, James Rio about Ian Wright, the young local who stars as young Billy. Rio, who was on the FPS...
Reynolds Market in Glasgow has some familiar faces in the management role. After the retirement of Debbie Tade in June, former assistant manager Lynelle Boucher has moved up into the store manager role, while current assistant manager Dillen Rasmusan took over Boucher's former role. Even though Boucher and Rasmusan have different stories on how they got into their new roles, their mission on how to fulfill that role is the same: be friendly, be helpful, and be present for the community. "I want...
Dear Editor, Don't be fooled by the current Washington, D.C., rhetoric about "reforming" the pharmaceutical industry. Most recently Senator Chuck Grassley has been promoting his bill which would place inflation-based caps on Medicare drug prices. There are also proposals to eliminate "middlemen" and increase transparency in pricing. While these things would be an improvement, they don't address the fundamental problem of a drug industry gone wild. Thanks to our system for granting patents for ne...
Dear Editor, If you happened to have perused the ad taken out by George and Susan Matelich in the Big Timber Pioneer (7-25-19), you got a first-hand tutorial on the scurrilous nature of the American Prairie Reserve (APR) and learned why mega-millionaire donors like the Matelich couple aspire to turn millions of Montana acres into a wildlife park. In case you missed the Matelichs' ad, here is the backdrop that prompted their comments. Initially, the pot was stirred by an excellent article...
School has started and that may trigger some old school day memories for some of you. Some of you will recall heading off to a country school, having the same teacher that you had for the last couple of years (and not because you were repeating grades). Or you may think of the old Southside school (the really old one), or when the Northside school housed all grades, or maybe you attended the Catholic school. Your list of school supplies may have included a new lunch box as country schools did not have the luxury of a “hot lunch room.” Oh, and...
Over the past month, Two Rivers Economic Growth has been working with and following up with other organizations and entities in order to make the community the best place to live, work and play. One such event they have been planning is the Alive at Five event, which is Aug. 21, from 5 to 8 p.m. The community is invited to the Busted Knuckle to enjoy their favorite adult beverage, a dinner of Eugene’s Pizza with a side of watermelon and enjoy Bergie’s ice cream as dessert at the Glasgow Police Department. “Bring the whole family down for a fun...
The Valley County Pioneer Museum is open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Aug. 31. For further information or special arrangements call 406-263-7344. Fort Peck Interpretive Center is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through the end of September. Powerhouse tours are available at regular times daily through Labor Day, Sept. 2. Both are free. Call 406-526-3493 for more information. WEDNESDAY – AUG. 21 Glasgow Hump Day 5-8 p.m. - Alive at Five at the Busted Knuckle. 5-8 p.m. - Chill With A Cop at the Glasgow Police Department. E... Full story
The Valley County Pioneer Museum, 54109 US-2, Glasgow, will be hosting an ice cream social from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24. Come and enjoy some ice cream served from Glasgow’s 1915 Bonton Confectionary, Wilcoxson’s Ice Cream. You make your own sundaes with our homemade toppings: strawberry, hot fudge, caramel and pineapple. For a banana split the cost will be $3; sundaes, $2.50, root beer floats, $2.50, cones, $2 and $1 extra for a second scoop. Come on over to the museum and enjoy one of life’s simple pleasures.... Full story
The Glasgow/Long Run Fire Department will be having a Fire Department Community Barbecue on Tuesday, Aug. 27, at Bundy Park from 6 to 7:30 p.m. There will be hamburgers and hot dogs with all the fixings. There will be a few fire apparatus there and weather permitting, a water slide. This is a no-cost event and everyone is welcome.... Full story
Hearing screenings will take place in Bear Paw Cooperative member schools through Thursday, Oct. 31. 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.... Full story
Mitchel "Mitch" Joseph Etchart, 98, was born in Glasgow, Mont., on Aug. 11, 1921, to John and Catherine Etchart, Basque immigrants. He passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019. A Rosary will be recited 6 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 25, at St. Raphael's Catholic Church in Glasgow. A funeral Mass will be 10 a.m., Monday, Aug. 26, at St. Raphael's Catholic Church with Father Jose Valliparambil presiding. Following Mass there will be a reception and fellowship at the Glasgow Elk's Lodge. A private family...
Albert George Franzen, 88, of Glasgow Mont., passed away peacefully Saturday, Aug. 10, 2019. Albert was born Sept. 7, 1930, to John and Alma (Willer) Franzen at Anna Chester's Boarding House in Hinsdale, Mont. He attended school in Hinsdale for six years and then the family moved to Glasgow where he went to school until he went to work for his sister and brother-in-law, Charlotte and Clarence Fuhrman, at their family farm near Opheim. Albert joined the Army in 1948, serving in the Army... Full story
Audrey L. (Wingo) Feda, 89, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont. Audrey was born in Missoula, Mont., to Robert and Edna (Fuller) Wingo. She attended grade school in Missoula, graduated from Hellgate High School in 1947 and went to Western Union School in California. After a short time in Dillon, Mont., she was sent to Glasgow to manage the local Western Union Office; in fact, she was the manager during President Truman's visit to Glasgow.... Full story
Tim Carman, age 71, spent his life dedicated to education and helping children succeed in life and in the classroom. With a doctorate in education, he was the superintendent of schools for the Greater Albany Public School System in Albany, Ore. He was also the deputy superintendent, assistant superintendent, or principal for other school districts in Washington and Oregon. Throughout his 32-year career, he taught at every grade level from kindergarten to graduate school. Additionally, he was the... Full story
Merle R. Kaasa, age 54, went to join his parents as a result of a farming accident on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019. Merle Richard Kaasa was born to Osbourne "Ozzy" and Joy Kaasa on Jan. 19, 1965, in Malta, Mont. Merle grew up in Dodson, Mont., working on the family farm and graduating from Dodson High School in 1983. He loved playing basketball in high school. His mother, Joy, kept a large scrapbook of his basketball games. Merle touted himself an "OK ball player that was kinda big and slow." To... Full story
Joan McGarvey, 82, passed away peacefully at Sheridan Memorial Hospital in Plentywood, Mont., on Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, after complications from a broken hip. Memorial services will be Saturday, Aug. 24, 11 a.m. at the Fulkerson Memorial Chapel in Plentywood. Joan Estelle McGarvey was born Oct. 12, 1936, to James and Mildred (Larson) McGarvey in Glasgow, Mont. She attended Nashua Public School, in Nashua, Mont., and graduated in 1954. She went to Kinman Business University in Spokane, Wash. In... Full story
Our wheat crop is rapidly ripening, and so harvest is looming. I may still have a week to 10 days before I switch gears from gardener to grain cart operator. The days of being able to plan my days around my own "to do" list will soon become days of cramming my gardening chores into a couple early morning hours. The rest of the day will be spent driving a tractor, hauling the grain cart. Once the combine is full, I'll be driving alongside with the cart properly lined up as we unload "on the go"...
It was a dreary, overcast and misty day Aug. 17 as 43 triathletes of all ages and from all around the region gathered to test their mettle against three long-distance events. Participants were required to swim, run and bike to course against their fellow participants. According to organizer Carin Barnett, this year the race included a kayaking alternative in order to give the non-swimmers an opportunity to compete. Barnett commented on the uncertainty of many to enter such a challenging race. A...
"That was a good win for Glasgow." That rather understated summation of the Men's Ryder Cup Golf Tournament was offered by Ed Hopfauf. In fact, the tournament was dominated by the home team from beginning to end. And the coveted Ryder Cup is proudly on display at Sunnyside Country Club after spending several years in Malta. The two teams of 24 men each hit the links Aug. 17, decked out in Scottie Red and Mustang Blue, each side gamely keeping up their longstanding rivalry. Glasgow came ready to...
Sooner or later, every dynasty falls. Such was the case Aug. 17, when the Glasgow Women's Golf Team traveled to Malta for the annual Ryder Cup Championship Tournament. After years of domination, the red team faced defeat for the first time ever. The weather was wet, chilly and windy and the day did not warm up for the women from Sunnyside. The home team from Marion Hills captured all three rounds in the 27-hole tournament, ending the day with 15.5 points to Glasgow's 8.5. Malta took the Best...
