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Adele Payne, the woman who triggered an hours-long standoff with law enforcement agencies near Zortman in Phillips County, is now facing several criminal charges and is being held at the Valley County Jail. Phillips County Sheriff Lytle said in a news release on Dec. 6, that his office received a phone call on Wednesday morning (Dec. 4) from a person reporting that a friend in the Zortman area had called her stating that her house was on fire. The dispatcher made several phone calls to confirm but there did not appear to be a fire in that...
According to the Glasgow Police Department, there was a bomb threat called in to the McDonalds in Glasgow during the afternoon of Dec 7. When the threat was made, the suspect did not provide any details besides there was a bomb in the McDonald's building. The building and surrounding businesses were evacuated. Officers from the local Special Response Team, along with Leo, the police dog, responded and cleared the area. After the area was cleared, McDonalds and nearby businesses were reopened....
Beautiful winter weather set the stage for the Glasgow Chamber's annual Christmas Stroll, Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting on Dec. 7. Santa arrived in Glasgow at 1 p.m., making stops at Reynolds and Albertsons then visited with area children at the Sean R. Heavey gallery. Santa heard many stories on how children have been good this year and their requested items for the holidays. The Middle of Nowhere Polar Plunge had over 50 jumpers and beat their goal by raising over $14,000. Prior to the...
Volunteers from throughout the community once again braved winter weather conditions on Dec. 6 to help facilitate this year's Block of Bucks event that helps out families and children with the purchase of essential winter clothing. Each year, the event is organized and implemented by Caring Hands, Inc., in addition to many community volunteers. During the collection day on Dec. 6, volunteers took shifts from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., to stand at the downtown intersections by the Glasgow Post Office and...
Reprinted with permission: https://montanafreepress.org/2024/12/04/irrigators-hopeful-lame-duck-congress-will-deliver-funding-for-milk-river-repairs/ That mythical December character bearing gifts, could it be the Congressional Lame Duck? Irrigators along Montana’s Milk River hope it’s so. With weeks left in the congressional term, farmers along the Milk River are hopeful federal lawmakers will deliver at least some of the more than $300 million promised earlier in the year for the Milk River Irrigation Project, which delivers water to 18,...
As we previously reported orientation week in Helena was overwhelming yet exhilarating and we might add enlightening. We learned of different opportunities that are available to all of us as Montana residents and in this Constituent Connection we would like to highlight one such program available to the next generation of government servants. The Legislative Page Program is open to area high school juniors and seniors and is an incredible opportunity for them to learn state government first hand. Under the supervision of a Page supervisor they...
Attorney General Austin Knudsen and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) are reminding drivers to stay safe and sober on the road as December is National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. To crack down on drunk and drugged drivers during the holidays, the Highway Patrol will increase its presence on Montana’s roads and highways from Wednesday, Dec. 11 to Wednesday, Jan. 1. There has been an increase in fatalities and crashes on Montana roadways compared to last year. This year, there were 134 traffic deaths from January 1 through August 31 – a s...
Lana Marie (Jakanoski) Koch, age 53, passed away peacefully on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, in Billings, Mont., with her family and good friends by her side. Lana passed after a decade- long battle with Breast Cancer. A Memorial Service will be held Friday, Dec. 13, at 11 a.m. at Bell Mortuary, Glasgow, Mont. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery, Glasgow. Immediately after burial, a reception for family and friends will be at Sam and Jeff's in Glasgow, as requested by Lana. Lana was born Oct. 10,...
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. Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m., there is coffee hour at the Nashua Senior Citizens. 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, Dec. 11 6 p.m. - Glasgow School Board R...
This year, once again, the Glasgow Kiwanis Club will be raising funds by ringing the bell. We are looking for volunteers to help us raise funds to be used for service projects and support of organizations such as the Glasgow Kiwanis Swim Team, the pool project, Valley County 4-H Clubs, Scouts, Bring Up Grades, Snack Pack, Key Club, Builders Club, the Easter Egg Hunt, Milk River Activity Center, helping the Chamber sponsor the Bag Pipe Band for homecoming, singing carols at Prairie Ridge, Nemont Manor, and the Valley View Nursing home as well...
Several years ago, Sean R. Heavey Gallery opened its doors to celebrate the Icelandic tradition of JOLAKOKAFLOD. Jolakokaflod pronounced “yo-la-bok-a-flot” means “Christmas Book Flood” and is the tradition of giving and receiving of books on Christmas Eve. On Sunday, Dec. 22, at 2 p.m., the public is invited to enjoy Jolakokaflod at the Sean R. Heavey Gallery once again, hosted by the Loaded Toad. Please bring a wrapped book, new or gently used, along with chocolate attached to the book. The event is open to all ages, and we ask that each pa...
Nashua Lion’s Club Roller Skating runs through March 30, 2025. This takes place every Sunday at the Nashua Civic Center from 1 to 3p.m. Light refreshments will be available for purchase. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to come skate. For more information or questions, call or text Sharon, 406-480-3091 or Sheila, 406-230-0475....
The voice students of Colleen Thompson will be hosting a voice recital at United Methodist Church, 500 1st Ave. N., Glasgow on Sunday, Dec. 15. First through third graders will begin performing at 1 p.m., and fourth through 12th graders will be performing starting at 2 p.m. Everyone of all ages are welcome to attend!...
The Valley Community Food Bank, located at 1020 1st Ave. No., will be open Tuesday, Dec. 17, 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....
On Friday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon, and Friday, Dec. 20, from noon to 3 p.m., the Army Corps of Engineers will be at Kiwanis Park and Downstream Campground with equipment to help the public load cut logs onto trailers for firewood. Woodcutting permits will be signed before loading firewood. If you have any questions, please call the Natural Resource office at 406-526-3411 and ask for a Ranger....
David Wayne "Dave" Ashpole passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day 2024 with his loving cousin, DeDee Ashpole Hicks, at his side at Valley View Home in Glasgow, Mont. Cremation has taken place and a memorial will take place in late spring, date to be determined, at Duggan Dolan Mortuary in Butte, Mont. David is survived by his children, Sabastion and Leah Ashpole; stepchildren Charity and Ross; siblings Debbie, Dan and Diana; his mother, Doreene Ashpole, and numerous nieces and nephews....
Vincent E. Otten passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, at the age of 74 in Glasgow, Mont. As per Vince's wishes, he was cremated, and no services are planned at this time. He was born Jan. 17, 1950, in Billings, Mont., the son of Theodore Edwin "Ted" Otten and Irene M. (Vincent) Otten. They moved to Fort Peck, Mont., where he attended Fort Peck Grade School. He graduated from Glasgow High School in 1968. Vince was a member of the U.S. Army National Guard for six years. Vince married Darlene...
Shirley (Steil) Buechler was born Oct. 9, 1935, in Litchfield, Minn., to Sylvester and Christina (Jansen) Steil, a German dairy farming family. She passed away on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024. Shirley's childhood was challenging with the death of her mother when she was just seven years old. Her dad remarried and created a second family with nine new siblings. The twins, Robert and Ronnie, were especially close as Shirley helped raise them. Shirley graduated early from high school in Minnesota and then...
In the vast grasslands of the Northern Great Plains, ranchers have long been the silent stewards of some of America's most fragile ecosystems. These are people who understand the land in a way few others do-people whose hands are calloused from years of hard work, and whose education often comes from the very soil they nurture. A Polaris UTV serves as steed as Leo Barthelmess ushers cattle to the next pasture on his south Phillips County, Mont., ranch. Meanwhile, buzzwords are thrown around a...
On Dec. 2, 17 Republican governors, including Montana Governor Greg Gianforte, sent a joint letter to Congress expressing their concerns about the delayed passage of an updated Farm Bill. In the letter, the governors argued that the reauthorization of a Farm Bill and immediate assistance in the interim will allow farmers and ranchers to do what they do best—provide for America and feed the world. The governors wrote: Domestic agricultural production is a matter of national security. If a country can’t feed itself, fuel itself, or fight for its...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014 It's been around long enough that some of the locals might take it for granted. But public transit in rural areas is often a struggle in small communities across the nation. Next month will mark 40 years since Valley County Transit began their journey. While the program has made many changes over the last four decades, recent times haven't seen many large changes. Manager of Valley County Transit and Daniels County Transportation Colleen Pankratz...
As we enter the holiday season, your life may well become busier. Still, you might want to take the time to consider some financial moves before we turn the calendar to 2025. Here are a few suggestions: • Review your investment portfolio. As you look at your portfolio, ask these questions: Has its performance met my expectations this year? Does it still reflect my goals, risk tolerance and time horizon? Do I need to rebalance? You might find that working with a financial professional can help you answer these and other questions you may have a...
We have reached the age where our children have taken over the reins of hosting the Thanksgiving feast. (It actually happened a few years ago, I just hadn’t really remarked on it.) It’s great. The past few years we’ve joined our Glasgow daughter and enjoyed non-traditional meals. Gwendolyne is a great hunter, and so we’ve enjoyed duck and venison (Dennis had cow-meat). Other guests have provided other dishes. I’m remembering flan as well as biscuits made using cottage cheese, as well as fresh bread. The year we travelled to Plano, Ill., whi...
Monday evening 35-40 ladies enjoyed a night of inspiration at the MB Ladies Christmas party, complete with a meal and gift exchange. Lisa Neufeld began the evening with games and “seeing Jesus in little things.” Melissa Cumpio sang “Bethlehem Morning” including the words “Jerusalem, He prays for you. He did not come to you in vain. His moving arms are open wide for you and He will come again. Bethlehem Morning is more than just a memory, for the Child that was born has come to set us free.” Jeanne Matthyser shared her story, beginning in Pretor...
On Dec. 3, crews were at the first of the two BNSF buildings along the railroad tracks in Glasgow that will be demolished. Both buildings have been eye sores for those living and visiting the area due to being structurally unsound. The first building that was being worked on is located across from Head Start on 1st Ave. S. The second building that will be demolished is near Markle's Warehouse, after a fire was started in the building a couple of years ago....
