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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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"Busy, very busy," said Brian Austin on how work was going at Hi-Line Meats which opened in a brand new facility on Oct. 24 in Glasgow. Situated on Highway 2 beside the VFW, the small facility was packed with workers and wild game two days later. Austin, who has been cutting wild game for 32 years in Glasgow and also manages the Valley County landfill, is hitting the ground running with his partner, Danny Zeiger, who also works in the oilfields in North Dakota. Austin had rushed to get the new... Full story
During a public meeting of the Valley County Board of Health, alongside representatives from Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, STAT Air Ambulance, Prairie Ridge, Valley View Home, the Chamber of Commerce and county health officer Anne Millard, one issue became clear—health infrastructure in Valley County was starting to feel the pressure brought on by an increase in COVID-19 cases. Board of Health chair Clay Berger presided over the meeting on Oct. 21 and opened by stating the meeting’s purpose to “one, establish an open line of commu... Full story
Election Day 2020 is less than a week away. Tuesday, Nov. 3, is the final day of this year’s general election. This year, Valley County is conducting the election entirely by mail, falling in line with the majority of the state, to observe health and safety concerns amidst the novel coronavirus pandemic. Election ballots for this year’s general election needed to be postmarked by Oct. 26, which was also the final day to register to vote, aside from in-person registration which will be available, Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Clerk...
Dear Editor, A friend and I recently spent eight days hunting birds in North Dakota and eastern Montana. The Covid-19 pandemic troubled us, but we decided to travel anyway. We spent time and money in restaurants and diners, bars, sporting goods stores, some service spots, hotels, and county conservation offices. We were treated with great friendliness wherever we went except for one thing: very few local people wore masks. My friend and I cut our trip short by a week. During that lost week, we...
Dear Editor, As the end of the election season approaches, the Peck Yes Team would like to thank the people of Glasgow for participating in this exciting campaign to bring backyard chickens to our town. At a time when national politics can be so polarized and contentious, it has been a change of pace to see a relatively minor local issue hold the spotlight. Driving through town, you will see more Peck Yes! And Cluck No! signs than any other political sign. Whatever the result of the election,...
Dear Editor, Let's just admit it: 2020 has been a real challenge. It all seemed to happen right around the time when we reset clocks in mid-March. Now, as we prepare for the end of daylight saving time in early November, and after recently spending some valuable time away, I've found a renewed energy, positive perspective and several new memories that will keep me focused. I take pride in a strong work ethic. Being raised on the farm, vacation was a novel concept because there was always work th...
Dear Editor, Earlier this year, I joined two Montana families at the United States Supreme Court. I went to hear the oral arguments for a landmark case very relevant to the State of Montana. The case was about equal protection under the Constitution, religious freedom, and protecting Montana families and children from being discriminated against because of the school they choose. I saw nine brilliant Supreme Court justices ask tough questions to both sides. Frankly, I saw the finest hour of deba...
According to an old ballad, “Saturday night” was the loneliest night of the week.” Not so for the Circle Diamond cowboys. After their once-a-week bath, either in a creek during the heat of summer days or with a tub full of water heated on the kitchen range, the next step was dressing up in clean attire. With permission of the ranch foreman, they were off on horseback to Malta where they encountered a few girls quite interested in accompanying them to a dance at Wagner, a tiny but lively town west of Malta. After locating the off-duty stage...
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. THURSDAY – OCT. 29 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. - Valley County Health Department Influenza Clinic at Glasgow Senior Citizen Center. SATURDAY – OCT. 31 10 a.m. - 5th Annual Monster Dash – 1.5 mile fun run and walk with costume contest and prizes at Sulli... Full story
Glasgow-area veterans can receive walk-up flu shots from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the Glasgow VA Clinic, 630 2nd Avenue South, Suite A, Glasgow. Flu shots will be provided outside when possible. “I encourage all our Veterans and all Montanans to take proactive steps to be leaders to keep our communities healthy. Get your flu shot, cover your cough, wash your hands often, avoid high risk social activities, and stay home when you are sick,” said Dr. Judy Hayman. “Your health depends on the health of your family, neigh... Full story
Glasgow High School students (Student Council, Key Club and Leadership Class) will be trick or treating for the Food Bank on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 7 pm. They ask that if you have food items to donate, then please put them in a bag and leave them on your doorstep. This will eliminate any face-to-face contact with the public. Thank you for your support.... Full story
The organizing committee of the Festival of Trees regret to announce that the 16th annual dinner and tree auction has been canceled. This event has typically started the holiday season in Glasgow and has been a staple fundraiser for the Valley County HOPE Project. Tax deductible donations can be made to the HOPE Project by visiting our website (www.valcohope.com) or our Facebook page. Thank you for your past support, and we look forward to being back in 2021!... Full story
Heaven gained the perfect person. Leon E Doucette "Dewey", 85, of Fort Peck, Mont., passed away Saturday, Oct. 10, 202,0 from complications due to gallbladder surgery. Services are pending until Spring of 2021 due to the current COVID-19 virus. Dewey was the light of our lives and an absolute angel in his family's eyes. He was loyal, honest, loving, accepting and supportive. He was everything that we should strive to be in life. He loved his Red Sox, his Patriots and an ice-cold beer. Dewey was... Full story
Eunice Marie (Estenson) Mattfeldt, 84, passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Billings, Mont. Family will receive friends Saturday, Nov. 7, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow, Mont. Eunice was born May 24, 1936, in Wheeler, Mont., to Bert and Mabel Estenson. She was the third of five children raised on a farm north of Hinsdale, Mont. Eunice attended Hinsdale Public School where she graduated. Eunice married her high school love, Jim Mattfeldt, Oct. 13, 1956.... Full story
Edward Earl Reddick, 91, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Friday, Oct. 16, 2020, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, in Glasgow. Visitation will be Thursday, Oct. 29, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow. Graveside services are planned to follow at 2 p.m., at Highland Cemetery in Glasgow with Pastor Bonnie Novak officiating. A memorial service is planned for the spring. Ed was born on a farm south of Opheim, Mont., on Sept. 21, 1929, he was the third child of Harry and Florence... Full story
Lenore "Lennie" (Blatt) Harris, age 91, lately of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020. Born Lenore Rita Blatt on Feb. 1, 1929, in Chicago, Ill., to Louis Blatt (1904-1995) and Lillian Schoenkopf (1909-1977). She was raised by her mother in Los Angeles, Calif., and graduated from Burbank High School in January 1947. She married Miles "Spike" Harris Jr (1927-1992), a Navy veteran of the Second World War, on June 9, 1947, in North Hollywood, Calif. She and Spike had two children, a... Full story
Jeane E. MacDonald, 89, of Nashua, Mont., passed away at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont., on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service is planned for a later date. A full obituary will follow soon. Condolences may be left for the family at bellmortuaryglasgow.com.... Full story
Francine (Vande Wiele) Jensen, 87, of Hinsdale, Mont., passed away Saturday, Oct. 23, 2020, at Valley View Home in Glasgow, Mont., of natural causes. Funeral services will be private with family Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the Hinsdale Lutheran Church in Hinsdale. Burial will be open to the public at 3 p.m., Oct. 28, at Hillview Cemetery. The family requests that those attending to follow the county Covid -19 mandates. Francine was born on July 18, 1933, in a cabin on Beaver Creek, west of Hinsdale,... Full story
Gerald Franklin Gwin, 86, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away at his home on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. No services are planned at this time. Cremation has taken place and burial will take place in Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery in Miles City, Mont., at a later date. Gerald was born March 7, 1934, to Reed and Genevieve (O' Reilly) Gwin in Williston, N.D. Gerald is survived by his wife Regina Gwin; and daughter Debra Collins.... Full story
Peggy Lynn Fullerton, 67, of Wolf Point, Mont., passed away at Faith Lutheran Home in Wolf Point. Peggy was born to Arthur L. and Grace (Shipp) Fullerton on Feb. 4, 1953. Services are pending at this time. Cremation has taken place. Condolences may be left for the family at bellmortuaryglasgow.com.... Full story
At their regular weekly meeting on Oct. 21, the Valley County Commissioners announced they had unanimously selected Marie Pippen for the soon-to-be vacated Clerk and Recorder and Superintendent of Schools position. Pippen will replace Taryn Aberg, whose resignation will be effective Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020. The Commissioners received four applications for the position and narrowed their selection to three. After independently reviewing the resumes of the applicants, they came together to discuss their findings. Pippen was selected because the...
The Glasgow Scottie boys brought home seventh and the girls claimed eighth at the Montana State Class B Cross Country Meet on Oct. 23 in Kalispell. The two-day all-class event was spread out over the course of two days and spectators were limited to accommodate the global coronavirus pandemic that has struck Montana hard over the last few weeks. But viruses were not the only natural event to put added pressure and to change things up on this year's runners. As of Friday afternoon, an October...
The Lady Scotties finished up the regular season this past week with five matches, two of which were double-headers due to not being able to play those opponents earlier in the season as a result of the pandemic. The Scotties won each of their five matches, ending the regular season 12-6 overall and undefeated in conference play with a record of 8-0. They will be entering 2B Districts this weekend as the number 1 seed. "I expect that we need to be ready for anything. It's tourney time, anything...
The Glasgow Scottie football team traveled to Fairfield to take on the Eagles for their final regular season game of the 2020 season on Oct. 23. In a tight back-and-forth game played in the falling snow, the Eagles came out on top 14-8. The Scotties ended the season with a 7-2 overall record, 4-2 in the Northern B conference. The Scotties will travel to Eureka this Saturday for the first round of playoffs. Despite the final score, the Scotties were proud of their effort in tough conditions. Quarterback Loden Idler told the Courier, “As a t...
North Country at Lustre Oct. 22 NC 25 25 25 Lustre 9 16 14 Lustre Team Totals and Individual Leaders Kills – 7, Tiara Whitmus 4 Blocks – 8, Alexa Reddig 3 Ace – 2, Tiara Whitmus 2 Digs – 31, Ashley Ohara 8 Assists – 5, Aubri Holzrichter 5 North Country Individual Stats: Danika Soper - Aces 2, Digs 2, Assists 13, Block 1 Kaitlyn McColly - Aces 4, Digs 2, Kills 7 Jaydyn Erickson - Aces 2, Assists 1, Kills 6 Jaycee Erickson - Digs 1, Assists 5, Kills 1, Block 1 Kia Wasson - Aces 2, Kills 8 Mattea...
