Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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"He was the number one fan for our program," explained Glasgow Wrestling Club president Brady Flaten, "from the little kids up to the high school." The respect and reverence in Flaten's voice was obvious as he described Bob Smith. Smith passed away last year, but he was not done supporting Glasgow wrestling. On Monday, Sept. 14, Smith's wife, Marilyn Smith gifted the Glasgow Wrestling Club with a special Scottie sign her late husband had had specially made in Seattle. She told Flaten that Bob...
“Anyone who knows her, knows she could talk to anybody.” That gift of gab allowed Allison Nichols, who passed away in April due to complications from cancer, to be an integral part of the community. She served on the board for the Northeastern Arts Network, the Fort Peck Summer Theatre and PEO, kept the feet of Milk River Activity clients in amazing condition, would participate in Cuisine for the Cure and Festival of Trees, while also supporting any and all fundraising events she could. “Every time my grandkids would come and visit, they would...
Since the events of Sept. 11, 2001, the day will always be a day of remembrance, a day for those to honor members of the community who serve and a day to say thank you for sacrifices made. Children at Krissy's Delicate Angels, a home daycare in Glasgow, did just that. Though these children have no memory of the events as they transpired on Sept. 11, owner and daycare provider Kristine McDonald thought it was important for these children, aged two and a half to 10, to thank those who put their...
Dear Editor, To Glasgow city residents: More things to ponder before voting for the chicken referendum in November. 1. The wording on the ballot does not say it will follow, to the letter, Resolution No. 3039. It just says, chickens will be allowed in city limits, yes or no. Go to the City Council web page and read the whole resolution. Can random changes be made concerning the chickens if the wording is invalid or unconstitutional? 2. It isn’t clear whether or not the debris collected when cleaning is ‘legal’ to put in the dumpsters. Is there...
Dear Editor, The recent lawsuit alleging that Montana’s mail-in elections are risky discredits Montana’s election administrators. Montanans can vote safely and securely by mail in this election and every election. Over 70 percent of Montana ballots cast in the 2016 general election were absentee. Montana’s June 2020 primary all-mail election had the highest voter primary turnout in recent history with a record-breaking number of ballots filed. Our county elections offices and U.S. postal workers capably handled this surge in mail-in ballo...
In 2014 the Valley County Conservation District (VCCD) submitted to the voters of Valley County an ordinance (2014-1) that called for the protection of soil and water from wild, free roaming or domestic bison/buffalo grazing the District. It easily passed since a majority (74%) of the voters was in favor. However, subsequent reviews and events indicated an amendment was in order. As a result the VCCD supervisors are submitting to the voters an amendment to the ordinance that greatly simplifies it, removes identified problems and addresses...
The Montana Chamber of Commerce (Montana Chamber) is dedicated to ensuring the opportunity for business growth and prosperity by improving Montana’s business climate, talent pipeline, and entrepreneurship through workforce development. The Montana Chamber has carefully considered the implications of the I-190 initiative, also known as Montana Marijuana Regulation & Taxation Act. Upon doing so, its Board of Directors voted last week to oppose the initiative’s passage this fall. Legalizing recreational use of marijuana could have devastating effe...
On any given night, there are over 600,000 homeless people in the U.S., according to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Most people are spending the night either in homeless shelters or in some sort of short-term transitional housing. Homelessness is defined as the condition of not having a permanent place to live; only recently perceived as a societal problem. The problem exists in all major cities and a growing number of smaller communities. The leading causes of homelessness among unaccompanied individuals were (1)...
Valley County is seeking the public’s input on the Valley County Growth Project. The county is updating the Growth Policy and residents can provide input to the process by completing the online survery at www.surveymonkey.com/r/ValleyCo. Paper copies of the survery are available at the Courthouse....
Hours for the Pioneer Museum September through October are Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Fort Peck Interpretive Center is open Thursday through Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors are asked to wear masks and remain six feet from others outside their household while in the building. WEDNESDAY – SEPT. 16 5 p.m. - Opheim Regular School Board meeting at the school. THURSDAY – SEPT. 17 7 p.m. - American Legion Post 41 and Auxiliary meet at the Glasgow VFW. Light refreshmens after the meeting. All Legion, Auxiliary, Sons of the Ame...
Elona (Redfield) Watterud Krikorian, 94, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020. Open visitation will be Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020 from 12 to 5 p.m. at Bell Mortuary, in Glasgow, Mont. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 17, with Pastor Tom Fauth officiating at the Assembly of God Church in Glasgow. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery in Glasgow. She came into this world on Aug. 31, 1926, at home on the family farm near Opheim, Mont., with the aid of a midwife....
Robert Lee Bird "Bob" passed away on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020, at his home with his wife Jackie at his side. Bob had been bravely battling cancer since 2004. Services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, Sept. 21, 2020, at Bell Mortuary with Pastor Todd Wright officiating. Military Honors and a reception will follow at the VFW Post #3107 in Glasgow, Montana. Bob was born Sept. 23. 1939, in Kalispell, Mont., to George B. and Wilma F. (Harrington) Bird. He grew up in the Flathead area enjoying hunting and...
Kenneth Cramer Hansen passed away September 9, 2020 at Valley View Home, in Glasgow, Montana. Due to the pandemic a memorial service and time of remembrance will be held at a later date. Kenneth was born October 30, 1930 in Fargo, North Dakota to Carl O. and Bernice (Cramer) Hansen. His early years were spent in Poplar, Montana where his father was a teacher and a coach. Kenneth attended Poplar schools graduating from high school in 1948 followed by, a 1952 graduation from North Dakota...
Larry Lee Kwasney Jr., 49, of Fort Peck, Mont., passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, Sept. 7, 2020. Larry was born on July 15, 1971, in Wolf Point, Mont., to Larry Kwasney Sr. and Liz (Fullerton) Kwasney. Larry was raised, attended school and graduated from Circle High School in Circle, Mont. It was during this time he spent growing up with his older sister Emmie, and younger sister and brother, Joleen and Chris. Many adventures were had with the four young Kwasney kids running around...
Edward "Ed" John Puckett, 84, a loving, lifelong Montanan, died at his home in Kalispell, Mont., Friday, Sept. 4, 2020. The immediate family will hold a private ceremony with a memorial service to be held at time and place to be determined. Ed was a quiet, generous, and fiercely patriotic man who dearly loved his family, his country, and the Green Bay Packers. He died as he lived, working hard to the end with a wrench in his hand. He was born and raised in Wolf Point, Mont., to Andy and Blanche...
Bernice left this world on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020, at Valley View Nursing Home, in Glasgow, Mont., and many joyous reunions went on in heaven that day. Cremation has taken place, and services will be held Saturday, Sept. 26, at 10:30 a.m., at Our Redeemer Lutheran in Nashua., Mont. Bernice (Johnson) Nybakken Herman was born Dec. 4, 1913, in Estevan, Saskatchewan, Canada when her parents G.W. "Willie" and Clara (Berge) Johnson worked there for a local farmer.The family moved to Montana in 1916...
The Lady Scotties had a busy week this past week after having an unexpected lull in game play the week before as the Wolf Point Wolves rescheduled their match-up, which was originally scheduled for Sept. 3, due to COVID-19. The Lady Scotties traveled to Saco to play the North Country Mavericks on Sept. 8 and then traveled to Glendive on Sept. 10. The Lady Scotties ended their week of play hosting Sidney on Sept. 12 in their first home opener of the season. In their match-up against the...
The Glasgow Scottie football team traveled to Baker this past Friday night for a showdown on the Spartans' turf. The difference between the two teams was stark, both in terms of players and style. Glasgow brought a considerable size advantage to the field and a determined mindset. Baker, meanwhile fielded a young crop of players and threw several new formations at the Scotties. "They (Baker) came out and threw the kitchen sink at us," said Glasgow assistant coach Sam Tedrow. "It was good for us...
The Glasgow Scottie Cross Country teams traveled to Havre on Sept. 12 to compete against a variety of northern Montana schools in various classes. The Scotties held their own during both the girls and boys competitions claiming fourth place for both teams. Leading those results were junior Iris McKean for the girls who came in second overall with a 19:56. On the boys’ side, senior Carl Zabrocki finished third overall leading the boys with a 17:20. The Scotties will host their own invitational on Sept. 19 in Glasgow. Results: Girls scores: H...
Evelyn V. Kemp, 89, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Friday, March, 20 2020, in Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, in Glasgow. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, at Highland Cemetery in Glasgow. Evelyn’s family requests that you follow the social distancing and mask wearing suggestions when you attend the service. Condolences may be left at bellmortuarymontana.com....
