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The downtown streets were bustling with people on Nov. 25 for Black Friday and Nov. 26 for Small Business Saturday. Our local businesses still have a lot of merchandise and are ready for your holiday shoppping needs. Come join the Glasgow Chamber for "A Candyland Christmas" this Saturday, Dec. 3. A full day of activities are scheduled starting at 1 p.m., with a free matinee at Valley Cinemas of "Trolls:World Tour," sponsored by Albertsons and Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital. Santa will be in...
Roger Earl Roness, 68, passed away on Nov. 22, 2022, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. A public viewing will be held Friday, Dec. 2, at Bell Mortuary, Glasgow, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 1 p.m. at the Glasgow Evangelical Church followed by an internment at Highland Cemetery in Glasgow. A reception will follow the internment at the Elks Lodge. Roger was born... Full story
Over the past few months, two new faces have been getting used to new co-workers and patients at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital as well as a new way of life in the Middle of Nowhere. Though Glasgow isn't new to either of them, it certainly has been a change of pace for both Kathleen Nenninger, who replaced Ellen Guttenberg following her retirement as the hospital's chief operating officer (COO), and Amy Hopstad, who will be working along side Dr. Maya Sanchez-Rotunno in obstetrics and...
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. The Valley County Pioneer Museum hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nemont Manor has activities scheduled throughout the month for the entire community as well as the residents of Nemont Manor. If you would like a calendar, please contact 406-228-4306 or e-mail [email protected] and they will mail one to you. Events are also listed below. V... Full story
The American Red Cross urges blood donors to give now and help fight the potential impact of seasonal illnesses and a potentially severe flu season on the blood supply. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention predicts a serious spread of flu this year and is already reporting an early spike in cases in several states. When seasonal illnesses increase, the number of healthy donors tends to decrease, leaving the Red Cross blood supply vulnerable to a potential shortage over the holidays. Paired with busy holiday schedules, seasonal... Full story
A generous $50,000 contribution, from the family of G.C. “Jerry” & Audrey Feda, was recently made to the Valley View Home Foundation. Jerry & Audrey Feda were beloved residents of the Glasgow community and also of Valley View Home. Jerry Feda served on many local and state boards, including the Montana State Board of Natural Resources, Montana Coal Board, Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, Valley View Home, and the Chamber of Commerce boards- at the same time being actively involved in civic organizations including the Knights of Columbus, Elk...
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dolores Elinor (Pecora) Brenna, 87, of Glasgow, Mont., who passed Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, in Glasgow. A Rosary will be prayed at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, at St. Raphael's Catholic Church, in Glasgow. A funeral mass will be held Monday, Nov. 7, at 10 a.m. with Father Jose officiating at St. Raphael's. A reception will follow at the Parish Hall. Burial will be in Malta City Cemetery in Malta, Mont.... Full story
In their first Health and Wellness Fair since 2018, Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital (FMDH) pulled out all the stops on Oct. 22 with 26 booths encompassing a variety of health and wellness sectors throughout the area. From the Valley County Health Department, to emergency medical services to eye care needs to pharmacy to even financial wellness, those in attendance had the opportunity to not only learn more about the different areas of the hospital, but also learn about other areas for better...
Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital along with the Valley County community said goodbye and good luck on retirement to four long-term FMDH employees, Randy Holom, Ellen Guttenberg, Dr. Anne Millard and Alice Hopstad, during a community party at Hoyt Park on Sept. 8. All four retirees had unique roles within the facility and all will miss the relationships they have built not only with their co-workers but the community as well. Former Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Randy Holom started at FMDH Oct....
Dale Robert Squires left this earth unexpectedly on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, after a tragic accident. Born on Dec. 20, 1962, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont., Dale enjoyed early life on the Hi-Line. He briefly played hockey, but it was another sport that called to him. Dale first learned the game of golf with his mother, Helen Squires, his father, Leon Squires, and his big brother, Gary Squires. He was proud to play for the Glasgow Scotties varsity golf team. These precious... Full story
Dale Robert Squires left this earth unexpectedly on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, after a tragic accident. Born on December 20, 1962, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Montana, Dale enjoyed early life on the Hi-Line. A memorial service will be held Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, at 1 p.m., at Smith Funeral Chapel, 304 34th Street West in Billings, with a reception to follow at Lake Hills Golf Club, 1930 Clubhouse Way. A full obituary will be printed in the Oct. 12, 2022, issue of the Glasgow... Full story
The Glasgow Police Department is currently investigating two different attempted children abductions that occurred within city limits. The first attempt was on Aug. 19, where a white male, who was described to be in his 40s, 5’10” with no facial hair, wearing a dark blue shirt, torn shoes and black pants, tried to lure a young girl into his pickup. The pickup was described as an older black pickup with a tonneau cover. He told the girl she was her uncle as a way to convince her to get into the vehicle. The girl was able to run safely ins...
Beverly Aileen (Rusher) Copenhaver, 87, of Hinsdale, Mont., passed away Monday, Aug. 22, 2022, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital (FMDH), in Glasgow, Mont. Beverly was born March 20, 1935, at FMDH to John and Aileen (Christinson) Rusher. Beverly received her education from the Glasgow School system, graduating from GHS in 1953. Bev was voted "Best Dancer" in her class. Beverly married Vernon Edward Copenhaver on Feb. 6, 1955, and made their newlywed home in Glasgow in the Keagy Apartments... Full story
Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital (FMDH) has welcomed two new faces over the past few months in the Glasgow Clinic Specialty Care with the addition of Dr. Kevin Cahill as a general surgeon and Dr. William Meszaros as an orthopedic surgeon. Though both providers come from different backgrounds, they are excited to help serve Valley County and provide their services locally in order to save patients the trip out of town for these medical needs. Dr. Cahill, who started at FMDH in May, is originally...
On Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, Gary L. Nelson, aka Funk Unk, lost his long battle against lung cancer, passing peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont. He was 70 years old. Per Gary's request, he has been cremated and there will be private family services at a later date. Gary was born on Dec, 30, 1951, in Lewistown, Mont., the youngest son of George L. Nelson and Norma Walker Skolrud. He spent the first 10 years of his life growing up in... Full story
During their Discussion and Decision meeting on Aug. 3, the Valley County Commissioners in attendance, Commissioner Paul Tweten and Commissioner John Fahlgren, voted to provide Valley View Home another $500,000 appropriation to help keep the nursing home sustainable. Commissioner Mary Armstrong was absent from the meeting. The money being appropriated by Valley County comes from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) money which the county received from the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic. The amount provided to the Home during the Aug...
“I’m the last of the full-blooded Norwegians in my family.” Margery Ann Sandvig Rundle Crawford Porter Webber, born Feb. 1, 1926, to Helen and Carl Sandvig on the farm in Baylor, Mont., along with four sisters ---Maude, Frances, Winnie, and Betty Lou--- passed away at 96 years of age (from unresolved pain and suffering) in Missoula’s St. Patrick Hospital and finally found peace Friday, July 8, 2022. Graduating from Glasgow High School, she married Robert Paul Rundle in 1943, raising seven c... Full story
Lois M. (Rice) Wesen, 88, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow. As per Lois’ wishes cremation has taken place and services are pending at this time. Lois was born April 30, 1934, in Glasgow to Dave and Bernice (Mihm) Rice and she lived her early years in Glasgow, as her father was a dredge operator during the building of the Fort Peck Dam. The family then moved to Ogallala, Neb., where he worked on the Kingsley Dam and during t... Full story
Gladys M. Fast, 90, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Thursday, June 30, 2022, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow. Funeral services are pending at this time.... Full story
Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital (FMDH) Board has announced the appointment of Nickolas "Nick" Dirkes as the new chief executive officer, after an extensive nationwide search lead by COORS Leadership Capital, based out of North Carolina. According to Dirkes, there were approximately 400 responses to the advertisement, with 100 applications received. The applications were narrowed down to 10 and then physicians, hospitals leaders and the FMDH Board further narrowed it down to four applicants to...
Ethel Jane Hide, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 23, 2022, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, in Glasgow, surrounded by family. Jane was born May 29, 1943, in Grand Rapids, Minn., to Ward and Virginia Passard Ames. She attended school in Grand Rapids and graduated in 1961 from Grand Rapids High School. After graduation, Jane moved to Minneapolis, Minn., where she worked as an X-Ray tech at the hospital. Jane married Dr. David Hide in 1965 in Grand Rapids then moved... Full story
On Sunday, June 12, 76 golfers on 19 teams showed up to Sunnyside Golf and Country Club for the 23rd Annual FMDH Foundation Golf Tournament. With the wind being brutal in Northeast Montana lately, we couldn't have asked for a nicer day to golf. Winning the tournament was Dale's Plumbing and Heating. Nathan Dale, Mike Dale, Nancy Dale and Brandi Thompson turned in a net score of 48.81, gross 74, to claim the title. Dennis Honrud Farms came in second. Dennis Honrud, Mary Honrud, Todd Truscott and...
On June 5, 2022, Eldora June Skolrud, 86, passed away peacefully with family by her side at the Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow. She was born on July 22, 1935 in New Deal, Mont. to Arthur and Esther (Olson) Zeiger. She was the second oldest of 9 children. She attended all her school years at Nashua School and participated in Twirling. She graduated in 1953. On November 7, 1954, she married Donald Skolrud. In their 67 years of marriage, they raised 3 boys; Lee, Terry and Kris and 2... Full story
Milo Zemliska, age 82, of Billings, Montana passed away of natural causes on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, surrounded by his family. Services were held June 6, 2022 at Bell Mortuary with Pastor Herb Sand officiating. Burial with Military Honors followed at Highland Cemetery in Glasgow, Mont. Condolences may be left for the family at bellmortuarymontana.com. Milo was born on June 27, 1939 in Scobey, Mont. to Norman and Edith Zemliska. He joined big brother, Bruce, and... Full story
After spending the past month touring Valley County, Valley View Home’s administrator Wes Thompson and Haylie Shipp, with the Vote Yes Valley View campaign, stopped at the Cottonwood Inn in Glasgow on May 19 to discuss the upcoming ballot measure to extend the previously approved $300,000 annual levy for three years for the skilled nursing facility. If approved, the funds would be used to maintain operating expenses. Absentee ballots have been mailed out and as of May 23, 540, 16 percent, of the absentee ballots sent out for the June 7 P...
