Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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The Valley County Commissioners held their first of many community meetings on Sept. 27, at the Valley County Courtroom for Glasgow residents and then traveled to Frazer and Lustre on Sept. 30, and then to Hinsdale on Oct. 1. These meetings were the first community meetings held throughout the county since 2022, since weather impeded the Commissioners to travel in 2023. Approximately 30 people were in attendance and throughout the two-hour meeting in Glasgow, expressed their frustration and disappointment in recent decisions made by the...
Hinsdale’s Kaitlyn McColly is one of the 2023-24 National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) National Award winners, which includes student-athletes, athletics personnel and sports teams from across the association. The honorees are celebrated for their hard work, exemplary character and significant accomplishments both on and off the field. National Awards Day recognizes the newest NAIA Hall of Fame inductees, 18 individual and team awards and the 2023-24 NAIA Scholar Team recipients. McColly is one of two recipients of the A...
The November Election is rapidly approaching, and absentee ballots are set to be mailed out Oct. 11, in Montana. As a result of the federal holiday, Indigenous Peoples Day, on Oct. 14, absentee ballots are expected to arrive to mailboxes later that week. In Valley County, there are currently 5,007 registered voters. This number is down compared to the last Presidential Election in 2020 when Valley County had 5,136 registered voters. In 1992, Valley County had 5,707 registered voters. Phillips County currently has 2,708 registered voters...
The 2024 Middle of Nowhere Pony Club Fall Round-Up Fundraiser, held on Sept. 28, at the Ridge Runner Saddle Club, has been our most successful effort to date! It was filled with lots of fun, laughter, entertainment, good food and many wonderful generous people! It takes a lot of collaboration and planning, down to the last detail, to put this event together each year. We are blessed to have hard working and dedicated board members, parents, clubbers and sponsors who are willing to jump right in...
Glasgow Flower and Gift, a beloved business in downtown Glasgow, recently upgraded its storefront with a new, modern sign. This project was made possible through the support of Two Rivers Economic Growth's Storefront Beautification Grant Program and the Downtown Signage Grant Program, sponsored by Prairie House Gardens. The original sign, installed in 1994, had stood the test of time, enduring 30 years of harsh eastern Montana weather. Peggy Aakre, owner of Glasgow Flower and Gift, fondly...
As a result of the community's support in purchasing reverse raffle tickets during the Alive at Five season as well as assistance from Markle's Incorporated and the City of Glasgow, the Glasgow Downtown Association (GDA) is proud to add six new trash cans throughout 2nd Ave. S. The trash cans that were on the sidewalks of that block have been relocated throughout the downtown area. The GDA has plans to add more of these trash cans next year to different blocks of Glasgow's downtown in addition...
Dear Editor, The Billings Gazette has recently run front page articles about the truth of campaign ads by Sen. Jon Tester and Tim Sheehy, opponents in the Montana U.S. Senate race. The articles discuss political crossfire between the two on important public issues, but they do not inquire into the personal integrity of the candidates. Senator Tester is a known quantity. He has a solid backstory and a lengthy record of public service. We know who he is and what he believes in. Sheehy is a... Full story
Montana has never been more expensive, and Governor Greg Gianforte is pouring gas on the fire. Gianforte raised property taxes by as much as 111 percent. That's the largest increase in Montana history. What's worse, he's handed out tax breaks to millionaires and billionaires like himself, while pricing hardworking Montanans and seniors out of their homes. One of the most important decisions we face this election year is who we should ask to be our next governor. My name is Ryan Busse. I'm... Full story
Many people visit a radiologist at least once in their lives and are familiar with what those visits may entail: X-rays, MRIs, ultrasounds, and other imaging tests to screen for broken bones, cancer, and other injuries and diseases. Interventional Radiologists like myself are a subspecialty of Radiology, who do image guided surgical procedures. Patients generally know what to expect from these routine health care procedures. What a patient may not expect is needing emergency abortion care follow... Full story
The Nashua Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Indian Taco Supper is Monday Oct. 14, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., at the Church. Thrivent has provided supplementary funds. Take outs are available and all are welcome! Free will donations will help defray church repair costs.... Full story
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. Valley County Council On Aging Bingo is played Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 7 p.m. Through the winter, the Fort Peck Interpretive Center is open by appointment only to see the Center or for a Powerhouse Tour, 406-526-3493. Wednesday, Oct. 2 6 – 7 p.m. - International St. Mary and Milk Rivers Study Board Public Meeting at Tin Cup in Malta. Purpose of this mee... Full story
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Hunter Education online field days have been set for northeast Montana. These will likely be the last online field days, and possibly courses, offered for hunter education this season in northeast Montana. Eligible students that were not able to get into a classroom course this year may want to choose this option. Reminder: A hunter can hunt for two years as a hunter apprentice before needing a hunter education course. Go here to learn more about being a hunter apprentice. Field days for students ages 12-17 who... Full story
Glasgow Learn to Skate is preparing for its 21st season. Skating instruction is available for preschool through adults using a curriculum endorsed by US Figure Skating and USA Hockey. Each class is 40 minutes long which includes a lesson and practice time. Cost is $50 per six-week session for kindergarten through adult lessons and $30 for preschoolers. Skate rental for all ages is $15 per session. Parents may skate at the same time as their children for $17, with no charge for rental skates. Preschool skaters must have an adult on the ice with... Full story
The Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital EMS Community Integrated Program will be hosting a SAIL (Stay Active & Independent for Life) 12-week falls prevention fitness program starting with registration on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Glasgow Senior Citizen Center, 328 4th Ave. S., Glasgow. If you can’t make the in-person registration, please call FMDH EMS at 406-228-3468 to register. This 12-week class is free and will be held at the Glasgow Senior Citizen Center, Monday from 2 to 3 p.m.; and Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m. b... Full story
David Mark Hamilton, born Nov. 23, 1956, in Bellflower, Calif., passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, in Billings, Mont., at the age of 67. A Memorial Benefit will be held at Nemont Manor, Glasgow, Mont., on Thursday, Oct. 3, at 4 p.m. There will be Indian Tacos, Funnel Cakes, and a bake sale. Everyone is invited. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2, in Murrieta, Calif., from 3 to 7 p.m. Friends and family are invited to share a cheeseburger (Dave's favorite food) and... Full story
Dale E. Morey, 74, went home to be with our Lord on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Cremation has taken place, and a celebration of Dale's life will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 7, at Christ Lutheran Church, in Big Sandy, Mont. Dale was born on March 3, 1950, in Glasgow, Mont., to Henry and Florence (Paus) Morey. He was raised in Opheim, Mont., graduating from Opheim High School in 1969. For a few months, Dale worked as a custom cutter for the Lawrence family, and then entered the US Navy. He... Full story
Iona Joy (Habberstad) Nelson (commonly known as Joy) was born on Jan. 16, 1932, to George and Edith Habberstad, of Dunseith, N.D. She passed away Thursday, July 11, 2024. A service will be held at the First Lutheran Church, Glasgow, Mont., Saturday, Oct. 12, 1 p.m. Refreshments will be served following the service. Joy was one of four children, Marvin, Dorraine, Iona and Darrell, all previously deceased. Iona and Dorraine were the first in their families to attend college and obtain Education... Full story
Patsy A. (Robbins) Horne, 84, passed away due to natural causes at her residence on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. Cremation has taken place, and memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 4, at the Community Alliance Church, Havre, Mont., with Pastor Munya Takawira officiating. Burial will follow with her beloved Bobby in Highland Cemetery. Patsy was born on Aug. 18, 1940, in Glasgow, Mont., to Merritt and Nellie (Crane) Robbins, the youngest of eight children. She was raised in... Full story
Roger C. Moran (AKA Roger Whitetail), age 77, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away at his home in Glasgow, on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. As per Roger's request, cremation has taken place and services will be held at a later date. Roger was born June 8, 1947, in Browning, Mont., to Roger J. Moran and Imelda Grant. He received his early education at St. Raphael Catholic Church and graduated from Glasgow High School. He is preceded in death by his parents, Roger J. Moran and Imelda Moran; brother Lonnie... Full story
Kenneth “Ken” Lloyd Kral, 74, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024. Per Ken’s wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Any remembrance donations would be welcomed at: Wolf Point Pound Puppies PO Box 164 Wolf Point, MT, 59201... Full story
We took some time off last week. Dennis and I celebrated his birthday by going to Billings. There was some shopping, a nice supper, and the next day he had his Vette serviced. And there was a bit more shopping. The "change oil soon" light came on shortly before we arrived. That trip took care of two days I could have been getting some "put the garden to bed" chores done. I knew we were doing that trip, so I had a couple marathon days earlier in the week. I repotted so many houseplants my hands g...
This summer, Zora Holt had the opportunity to attend Montana's 4-H Congress at MSU in Bozeman. The Congress was held July 9-12, just before it was time to get really serious about being ready for Fair. The theme for the Congress was "Ticket to Leadership: Where Will You Go With It?" There were numerous dances and lots of quality time spent with 4-Hers from all over the state. There were exciting speakers, fun games, and a community service project preparing birthday party bags with a cake mix...
The Glasgow Stockyards report shows 3,747 cattle sold. During the 31st annual Big Fall Yearling Classic, the market was higher on all classes. Utility and commercial cows brought in $120 to $137; canner and cutter cows $110 to $120; and bulls $135 to $154.50. 139 Steers 701-745# Avg. 726# Avg. $265.97; top $285.75 97 Steers 749-795# Avg. 763# Avg. 254.78; top $274.00 221 Steers 799-845# Avg. 811# Avg. 250.63; top $256.00 349 Steers 850-896# Avg. 862# Avg. 246.27; top $250.50 160 Steers 900-997# Avg. 913# Avg. 234.07; top $245.00 175 Heifers...
The 2024 Transboundary Grassland Partnership (TGP) Workshop will take place in Shelby this October, marking a significant opportunity for cross-border collaboration on grasslands conservation. The workshop, set to run Oct. 22 through 24, will bring together ranchers, conservationists, indigenous leaders, and policymakers with a shared goal of sustaining healthy transboundary native biodiversity while supporting grassland ecosystems and communities. Kicking off on Oct. 22, the workshop will feature an optional field tour through Blackfeet...
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Northeastern Land Office has announced the appointment of Jocee Hedrick as the new Land Office Area Manager. Hedrick officially started in the position Aug. 26, 2024, following the retirement of former Northeastern Land Office Area Manager Clive Rooney, who served as the area manager for the past 22 years. “I’m thankful for the great service Clive has provided to the State of Montana for the past 22 years, and I am very excited to have someone of Jocee’s caliber and chara...
