Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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Valley County voters made their voices heard on Election Day, Nov. 5, by not only choosing who will represent them at a county level as a County Commissioner, but also had the opportunity to choose the next President of the United States, the next Senator of Montana in addition to other state level positions including State Superintendent of Public Instruction, State Auditor, Attorney General, Secretary of State, among many other State positions. Voters also had the opportunity to vote on three. state initiatives. The residents of Nashua had a...
On Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, Governor Greg Gianforte announced the recipients of the 2024 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation. “Honoring our veterans with the Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation award is a small yet meaningful way to express our profound gratitude for their sacrifice, service, and dedication to our freedoms,” Gov. Gianforte said. “As we travel the state next year, we will honor 50 veterans with this award to recognize their brave service to our country and their continued commitment to their communities here in Montana....
The VFW Post 3107 hosted their annual Veterans Day program at the Post on Nov. 11. The presentation was emceed by Courtney Anderson, who welcomed attendees and spoke of her background in the service. Phil Wilson and the Veteran Color Guard presented the Colors for the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem, played by Max Knodel. Veteran and post chaplain Jason Myers delivered the Invocation while Joe Yeoman and Nick Pulver addressed the audience regarding the history of Veterans Day and...
Kyle Goodman, of the Valley County Sheriff's Office, was one of 62 new officers to graduate from the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA) within the Montana Department of Justice on Nov. 8. MLEA provides basic and advanced training for state, county, city and tribal law enforcement officers throughout the state. Attorney General Austin Knudsen was in attendance to congratulate and address the graduates. "I am proud of what Montana's newest law enforcement officers have accomplished during...
Dear Editor, As November begins, so does the busiest shopping season of the year. We're familiar with Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but let's not overlook Small Business Saturday-a day dedicated to supporting the businesses that keep our communities vibrant and unique. On this day, shop small and make an impact close to home by supporting the shops, services, and makers in our own backyards. Rural and local businesses face unique pressures. They compete not only with the convenience of online...
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. Saturday, Nov. 16 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. - FMDH EMS First Aid, AED and CPR Training at the FMDH Ambulance Barn. Register today by calling 4...
Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 18 – 25. More than 4,700 drop-off locations will open across the country in November, and shoebox packers can find their local drop-off locations nearest them. Glasgow’s drop-off site is the Glasgow Evangelical Church at 152 Aberdeen, Glasgow. Hours of drop off vary throughout the collection week: Monday, Nov. 18 through Thursday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m. to noon; Friday, Nov. 22, 4 to 6 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m. to noon; Sun...
We are thrilled to announce that the 38th Annual Montana Governor’s Cup Walleye Tournament is just around the corner, and with it comes some exciting changes! First and foremost, our registration process is moving completely online! This year, registration will open on Monday, Nov. 18, at 9 a.m. MST. Please note that no paper applications will be accepted. All registrations must be submitted online, with payment made at the time of submission. Additionally, all required information must be completed for your application to be processed. W...
The Valley Community Food Bank, located at 1020 1st Ave. No., will be open Tuesday, Nov. 19, from noon to 3 p.m. If this is your first time applying for assistance from the food bank, please bring photo identification and proof of your physical residence. For more information or if you need assistance contact, Jeff, 406-263-6676 or Mary, 406-794-8498....
It’s that time of the year again! Pennies for Patients boxes are being distributed to businesses around town. We hope the community can spare a few pennies for patients with leukemia and other forms of blood cancer. If you have any questions, please call Ms. Kirkland at 406-230-6411. Thank you Glasgow! Glasgow High School’s Jobs for Montana’s Graduates (JMG)...
On Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, Thomas Keith Anderson, age 81, went home to be with the Lord. After 81 years of hard work and dedication to life, Tom went to be with his savior after he finished chores one last time. A celebration for the life of Tom will be held at the Malta Assembly of God Church on Saturday, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m. followed by a luncheon for friends and family to attend. Tom has been laid to rest at home on the Bar Triangle Ranch. Tom was born in Scobey, Mont., on Dec. 30, 1942, to...
Katherine "Dolly" (Capdeville) Lawrence of Glasgow, Mont., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, at Aspen Meadows Assisted Living in Billings, Mont. Katherine was born Jan. 25, 1934, in Opheim, Mont., to Martin and Anna Capdeville. She attended school in Opheim and graduated in 1953 as an Opheim Viking. Katherine was well known as being called Dolly. After graduation she married the love of her life William "Bill" Lawrence on Nov. 14, 1953, in Opheim, and they made their home one...
Helen Florence (Farrell) Hunter, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, at Valley View Nursing Home in Glasgow, Mont. A celebration of life will be held in the Spring of 2025. Helen was born Jan. 13, 1934, in Roundup, Mont., to Raymond and Dorothy (Ray) Farrell. She grew up in Cut Bank, Mont., graduating from Cut Bank High School and attended nursing school in Great Falls, Mont., graduating with a degree as a Registered Nurse. Helen met Lawrence Merlin Hunter in high school, and...
Alysa Jensen, age, 23, from Hinsdale, Mont., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, in a vehicle accident just north of Saco, Mont. Services will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Hinsdale School at 11 a.m., with a luncheon to follow. Cremation has taken place and no burial is planned. On July 24, 2001, Alysa Lynn Jensen was born to Dawn Marie Jensen (Frazier) and David B. Conway. She was stubborn and went by her own terms from the very beginning, after all she decided to make her...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that it will begin issuing more than $2.14 billion in payments to eligible agricultural producers, and landowners—providing much needed support through key conservation and safety-net programs. Producers should soon receive payments from USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) for their participation in these programs aimed to conserve natural resources and keep family farms economically viable. Specifically, program participants are expected to receive more than $1.7 billion through the Con...
Governor Greg Gianforte announced on Nov. 8, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) recently entered into a $26 million loan agreement with the Milk River Joint Board of Control (MRJBOC) to support needed repairs on the St. Mary Canal. “The State of Montana will continue to come alongside local and federal officials to ensure resources are available to make needed repairs to the damaged St. Mary and Halls Coulee siphons,” Gov. Gianforte said. “The effect of the failure has been widespread, especially on water users...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards on Oct. 24 show 2,155 cattle sold. Utility and commercial cows brought in $110 to $126; canner and cutter cows $85 to $110; young feeding/turnout cows $170 to $207.50; and bulls $125 to $148. Light run of feeders. 400-500 SC: 177 Head Avg. 330 Top 357 500-600 SC: 330 Head Avg. 311 Top 332 400-500 HC: 155 Head Avg. 311.50 Top 334 500-600 HC: 76 Head Avg. 278.30 Top 291 64 Head 617# Open Heifers 267.50 164 Head 663# Open Heifers 265.25 39 A.I. Bred Heifers $3025 Bull Bred Heifers $2600-2850 51 Coming...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014 Glasgow recognized its local veterans in the annual Veterans Day ceremony held at the Civic Center on Tuesday, Nov. 11. In tribute to the upcoming 40th anniversary marking the end of the Vietnam War in April 1975, Vietnam veterans were the focal point of honor in this year's ceremony. Master of the ceremony Steve Page gave an update on the status of the Northeast Montana Veterans' Memorial Park in Fort Peck. He explained that, thanks to community effort,...
We all hope to enjoy long, healthy lives, retaining the ability to think clearly and make our own decisions. But life doesn’t always work out that way — which is why you need to prepare for a potential incapacity that could affect your independence and possibly create financial problems for your family. So, in thinking about incapacity planning, you may want to consider the following arrangements: • Health care power of attorney – When you establish a health care power of attorney, you name someone, such as a spouse or adult child, to make me...
For the week of Oct. 28 through Nov. 3, there were 30 motor vehicle stops, four reports of loose livestock, one report of a lost dog, one report of a loose dog, two reports of deer being hit by a vehicle. For the week of Nov. 4 through 10, there were seven motor vehicle stops, four reports of loose livestock, one report of a loose dog and one report of an abandoned vehicle. Monday, Oct. 28 0106 – Reporting party called in and asked for an officer. When asked what was going on, he said his mother was causing trouble at a local establishment. H...
Nov. 8 Rain turned into snow Tuesday evening, making the highways treacherous most of the way to Wolf Point Wednesday for those who needed to travel. How thankful we can be that people could get in to vote on this most important day in American history, to attend activities and finish fall duties of the farm-work. It is windy, but a clear 56 at bus time. Dhana Olfert, daughter of Ron and Etta Olfert, married Vernon Hayden on Saturday, Oct. 26, in a beautiful outdoor fall wedding near the river of her brother, Caleb (Rebecca) Olfert’s farm ...
Mavericks went to the Divisional Tournament, going in as the third seed from the 1C District tournament, and emerged with a second-place trophy and a trip to the State Tournament for the third consecutive season in a row. This was a major accomplishment for us, considering we went through some sickness last week at Districts and still had some lingering this week. The girls rocked it and earned a trip to Bozeman. First match of the tournament was on Thursday at 2 p.m. vs Broadus our rival from...
The 2024 Glasgow Scottie volleyball season ended at the Northern B Divisional Tournament in Shelby as the Scotties went 1-2 in the second postseason event. Glasgow fell to Shelby in the opening round Thursday but defeated Choteau in loser-out action to keep the season alive. The Scotties season was ended by Chinook Nov. 8. Glasgow opened the tournament with a match against Shelby, losing in three sets, 9-25, 16-25, 22-25. The Scotties had four aces, 26 kills, 23 assists, 15 blocks and 92 digs to...
The Glasgow City Council will meet in regular session, Monday, Nov. 18, 5 p.m., in the Council Chambers, located inside of the Glasgow Civic Center. Click on the image above to view the full agenda....
