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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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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, Nov. 20 Noon – 5:15 p.m. - Blood Donation at VFW, 1222 U.S. Highway 2 , W. Those wishing to help patients make memories thi...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014 It's been roughly over two decades since Glasgow lost its Christmas tree located downtown. The tree used to sit in the middle of the street on 2nd Ave. S and 4th St. S. A manhole was uncovered and a pot the city created to place the tree in helped hold the tree in place. Due to an accident several years ago, the city looked at the problems created by the tree's position and the liability issues. This year, several residents stopped to watch as a large tree...
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...
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...
Community members from Valley County gathered on Oct. 29, at the Glasgow Elks Lodge for the Unity in the Community event, hosted by Two Rivers Economic Growth. The evening brought together local residents and a range of exhibitors, sharing resources and information that support and strengthen the area, underscoring the collaborative spirit of Valley County. Attendees enjoyed a roast beef dinner prepared and served by local 4H clubs, whose hard work and hospitality brought warmth and community...
Nov. 1 Tori Bell and her daughter McKenna received a surprising call Oct. 20, from Make A Wish Foundation. McKenna was given her wish of a camper, provided by CamperWorld in Billings in recognition of her fight with cancer. On Oct 25, Lustre hosted Frontier School where the Jr High girls won 24-15, and the Jr High boys won 37-28. Both teams played hard. LGS jamboree girls lost a heart-breaker by one point, 19-20. The LGS jamboree boys lost 15-23. They are improving their skills. Thank you...
Oct. 24 was the annual Tip-A-Cop fundraiser for Special Olympics at all three of the Glasgow coffee shops, The Loaded Toad, Blend 10 and Starbucks. Local law enforcement, including Glasgow Police Department officers and Valley County Sheriff deputies, and Milk River Stars athletes helped the cause by serving coffee, greeting customers and helping customers with their orders. Proceeds, which totaled over $900, will help the Milk River Stars team travel to and from competitions, which include the...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2014 Negotiations were completed and Glasgow City council members have agreed to give both union and non-union employees a raise this year. Mayor Becky Erickson commented that there hasn't been a raise for employees in several years. The raise adds up to 50 cents an hour, and a $1.50 raise for employees who are on call. Health insurance payments will also increase. City officials did not take a raise this year. The resolution was passed Monday, Oct. 20. An...
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. Thursday, Oct. 24 4 – 5:30 p.m. - Valley County Public Health Flu Vaccine Clinic at the Valley County Health Department, 500 4th Ave. S....
Reclamation has received the first sections of the 90-inch replacement pipe for the St. Mary Siphon, marking a major milestone of the extensive project to restore the damaged siphon. This milestone sets the stage for replacing the critical infrastructure that delivers water to the Milk River Project, a lifeline for north-central Montana ranchers, farmers, and communities. The St. Mary Siphon is an essential component of the Milk River Project, one of Montana’s most significant irrigation systems, which serves over 120,000 acres of farmland. For...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2014 "I don't want to borrow on the highway future," Director of Montana Department of Transportation Mike Tooley said at a meeting that took place at the Cottonwood Inn in Glasgow on Friday. Tooley came to the Highway 2 Association quarterly meeting, and he was able to address officials from along the Hi-Line. With increased traffic, some smaller communities along the Hi-Line have been concerned with maintenance and possible upgrades to Hwy. 2. Tooley, who is...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks encourages folks to be bear aware, even in the “Hi-Line” area of central and eastern Montana. Many folks are heading into the field for fall hunting, and bears are often very active this time of year as they are looking for high calorie food sources before hibernation. Bear populations are expanding, and although bear encounters are rare in most of central and eastern Montana, there are known black and grizzly bears in all kinds of habitats along the Hi-Line. This includes the Little Rockies and Bear Paw Mou...
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. 16 4 – 5:30 p.m. - Valley County Public Health Flu Vaccine Clinic at the Valley County Health Department, 500 4th Ave...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014 Sometimes a namesake can have more sentimental value and meaning, other times it's about carrying history. The Glasgow school board discussed a possible decision on naming the new elementary school building at the school board meeting that took place on Wednesday, Oct. 8. What would seem like a simple decision, turned out to be more complicated. A survey was open to the public for about a week. The survey asked if the new school would remain Irle...
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Montana is accepting applications for the St. Mary Initiative. Farmers and ranchers in Blaine, Glacier, Hill, Phillips, and Valley counties including the Blackfeet Nation and the Fort Belknap Indian Community directly impacted by the St. Mary Canal siphon failure should visit their local NRCS office now to apply. The final application batching date for the initiative will be Feb. 28, 2025. “We’ve been working closely with partners critical to the rehabilitation of the St. Mary sys...
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. 9 5:30 p.m. – Valley County Commissioners will be at the Nashua School Library to discuss Valley County concerns. Thu...
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. In lieu of flowers we ask that any donations be made to Milk River Association in her memory. A full obituary was published in the Wednesday, Oct. 2, issue of the Glasgow Courier....
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...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014 The people of the small town of Nashua have once again proven that small town characteristics are some of the most valuable assets we can possess. Robert Buck, a junior at Belt High School, was injured during a football game and was in the ICU in Great Falls. Nashua Athletic Director Jessica Nagy explained that after students and faculty read the story, they saw the GoFundMe account and a fundraising drive went underway. All efforts combined allowed the...
Dear Editor, The legislative boundaries were dramatically shaken up during the last redistricting cycle. What used to be two districts is now comprised of one long area ranging from Chester to Opheim. The districts that used to clearly be separated by farming in the Golden Triangle and then Milk River irrigation along with indigenous friends in tribal areas have all been lumped into one four-hour stretch across Montana. With Knudsen being termed out and the absorption of Senator Lang's...
Celebrate Constitution Week with Milk River Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution. This year Constitution Week is Sept. 16 through 23, and Constitution Day is Tuesday, Sept. 17. The week is celebrated annually to commemorate it's history, importance and bring attention to how it still serves us today. President Dwight D. Eisenhower officially enacted Constitution Day on Aug. 2, 1956. A Congressional Resolution was petitioned by The Daughters of the American Revolution. The purpose of...
We have an excellent new staff as of May 2024 consisting of manager Deb Harrison and five staff members. Our staff works hard sorting, steaming and displaying merchandise on a daily basis. The store welcomes clean gently used clothing in good condition. We are not able to wash, mend or repair donations so please keep this in mind when cleaning out your closets and cupboards. Caring Hands is a non-profit organization with the main source of income through our thrift store located at 229 4th St S in Glasgow. Our new hours are Monday and Fridays,...
Editor's note: The Courier has instituted a policy of covering statewide and federal level political candidates during the general election season when the candidates come to Valley County. Senator Jon Tester made a swing through Glasgow Sept. 1, to touch base with supporters and express his thanks to voters. "Bottom line it's hard to to be a Democrat in rural America," he noted. "Democrats don't do a particularly good job talking about rural issues." Tester talked about his attempts to work on...
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has been working closely with the Bureau of Reclamation, Milk River Joint Board of Control, the Blackfeet Nation, The Fort Belknap Indian Community, the state of Montana, conservation districts, and many other stakeholders since the June failure of the St. Mary Canal Siphon. NRCS is assessing the needs of farmers and ranchers directly impacted by the loss of water into the St. Mary Canal and associated irrigation districts of the Milk River system. “While the Bureau of Reclamation and o...
