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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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Alive at Five made its debut event of the summer season on June 19 at the Nemont Office. A rain shower did not stop those in attendance from having a good time, participating in the 50/50 drawing, listening to music by Jolie Blue, enjoying delicious food from Nemont as well as spending time with family and friends. New to this year's events is a fire truck pull competition instead of the Hot Dog eating competition. Milk River Inc. has put together a four-part series of fire truck pulls to crown...
The Milk River Project, which is part of a system that delivers drinking water to 18,000 people and more than 700 farms, will shut down early this year following the breach of 110-year-old pipes near Baab. Christopher Gomer with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation said June 18 the irrigators along the Hi-Line will have about 30 days of water left from Frenso and Nelson reservoir storage but after that will have an early shutdown this year. “Depending on where we align with the fix, will point us in the direction of what future impacts will be,” Gome...
During their regular meeting session on June 12, the Glasgow School Board approved naming the Glasgow School District Boardroom after Gary F. Martin, who was a longtime superintendent for the school district. Martin passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at his home of congestive heart failure. Martin served as superintendent for the school district for 27 years, from 1972 to 1999, and achieved many accomplishments during those years. “In recognition of Gary’s 27 years as superintendent of Glasgow Schools, I feel this is a very worthy des...
Over the next two years, the town of Nashua will be one of a dozen cities and counties across the state who will review their local governments as called for by voters during the Primary Election on June 4. In a vote of 56 For and 46 Against, voters decided a study commission was necessary to study and potentially change the structure of the Town of Nashua Council, which is the town’s body of government. Once a decade, Montana’s Constitution offers voters the chance to study and potentially change the structure of local governments. The measure...
Frazer and Fort Peck residents celebrated the long-time dream of a community hall in Frazer on June 13, with a grand opening. The Freda Fourstar Omak’ce “One With Many Children” Frazer Community Hall opened with a ceremony that included a free meal. The Poplar River Boys performed two Honor Songs. Tribal Executive Board member Dana Buckles congratulated the community on behalf of the Fort Peck Tribes’ administration. He noted that Frazer now has a top-notch facility for senior citizens to eat and for a lot of meetings to take place. The facilit...
The historic Montana Bar has recently undergone a significant facelift, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Two Rivers Economic Growth and the Glasgow Downtown Signage grant program, generously underwritten by Prairie House Gardens. This initiative is part of the broader Valley County Storefront Beautification grant program. Lana Monson, the proprietor of the Montana Bar, applied for the grant with the vision of revitalizing the bar's iconic but faded sign. Her goal was to breathe new life...
On June 13, a group of Montana voters responded to Senator Keith Regier’s unprecedented attempt to avoid discovery of documents related to partisan gerrymandering of the Public Service Commission (“PSC”). A district court previously held that the PSC district map likely was an illegal partisan gerrymander—meaning that the map likely was drawn to prevent legitimate political competition for the five PSC seats. The voters seek information from Senator Regier—the map’s sponsor—consistent with ordinary discovery procedures. Senator Regier claims...
Attorney General Austin Knudsen has announced appointments to the Montana Missing Indigenous Persons Task Force. The task force’s main goals are to break down jurisdictional barriers and identify causes that contribute to missing and murdered Indigenous persons. During the 2023 legislative session, Attorney General Knudsen supported Rep. Tyson Running Wolf’s House Bill which extended the task force for 10 years and provided for a full-time program coordinator. The 10-year extension will help the task force members set and achieve long-term goa...
Glasgow City Council has awarded the Yard Of The Week to Chuck & Val Barstad at 31 Firth Place. Awards will be given out each week in June, July and August. They received $25 in Chamber Big Bucks provided by the Glasgow City Council. If anyone would like to nominate somebody for yard of the week you may call the Glasgow City Office at 406-228-2476....
Glasgow City Ordinance does allow the possession of fireworks and the discharge of fireworks over the 4th of July holiday. The ordinance allows the possession and storage of fireworks from June 24th through July 5th of each year in the city limits of Glasgow. From the period of July 3rd through July 5th of each year, permissible fireworks may be fired, set off, exploded or discharged within the city limits, but aerial projectiles may not have the ability to exceed 10 feet in the air. the use of fireworks shall be permitted between the hours of... Full story
The end of the school year typically brings joy to kids as they await summer break but for the teachers and staff of the school, it brings shared tears, memories and "see you laters" to staff who will begin another life chapter. The Glasgow School District held their end-of-the-year social on May 22, at Sunnyside Golf Course. Staff of the School District and community members shared stories, reminisced and congratulated retirees Wade Nelson, Christine Johnson, Barb Etchart and Jan Dix, for...
The Nemont Manor Foundation presented $50,000 in grants on June 11 to 10 organizations that benefit the Valley County community. The grants were awarded from the Valley County Masonic Endowment Fund, which was established at the Montana Community Foundation in 2022. Grant requests were reviewed by the Valley County Masonic Endowment Committee. Awardees include: Shriners Hospitals for Children - $22,000 for the Shriners Children’s Hospital in Spokane. Fort Peck Fine Arts Council - $1,500 to bring the Theatre for Young Audience to Fort Peck Theat...
The US Army Corps of Engineers at Fort Peck is seeking any information regarding the recent vandalism that took place at Kiwanis Park. Several structures were spray painted including a cement picnic table and a large playground. The removal of the paint will be both expensive and labor intensive, if it can be removed from these resources. The vandalism was first noticed on June 3. A report with the Valley County Sheriff's office was completed on June 4. If you have any information regarding the... Full story
3th Annual Longest Dam Race Results Place Bib Name Gender Gender Place Age City State Clock Time Chip Time Pace 1 Mile Run/Walk Top 3 Finishers Male Results 1 8994 Reilly Rees M 1: M 15 Wolf Point MT 06:32.62 06:32.62 6:33 2 8997 Jacob Bekker M 2: M 14 Scobey MT 07:01.04 06:51.74 6:52 3 4975 Holden Kloker M 3: M 10 Glasgow MT 07:29.48 07:19.80 7:20 1 Mile Run/Walk Top 3 Finishers Female Results 1 8957 Caylen Jankowski F 1: F 16 07:22.00 07:22.00 7:22 2 8955 Tanae Baker F 2: F 16 Glasgow MT...
Milk River Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution, presented Flag Day Certificates to area businesses on Friday, June 14. In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation that designated June 14 as Flag Day. On Aug. 3, 1949, National Flag Day was officially established by an Act of Congress. The week of June 9 – 16, 2024 was designated as Flag week. American citizens are encouraged to fly your flag every day but especially during Flag week Chapter Regent Joy Linn, C...
Great Northern Development Corporation (GNDC) is proud to announce the celebration of its 30th anniversary. Since its inception, GNDC has been dedicated to fostering economic growth and revitalizing the local economy across the six counties it serves: Valley, Daniels, Sheridan, Roosevelt, Garfield, and McCone. Over the past three decades, GNDC has played a pivotal role in transforming the communities within northeast Montana. Through a variety of initiatives and programs, GNDC has successfully supported small businesses, facilitated job...
Glasgow City Council has awarded the first yard of the week for the week of June 10 to Tom and Linda Stathos at 619 5th Ave So. Awards will be given out each week in June, July and August. They received $25 in Chamber Big Bucks provided by the Glasgow City Council. If anyone would like to nominate somebody for yard of the week you may call the Glasgow City Office at 406-228-2476....
Valley County residents were able to make their voice heard during the Primary Election on June 4. Local races included the voting for two County Commissioners to move onto the Primary Election; Local Government Review for the County and the cities of Glasgow, Fort Peck and Nashua; State Senator District 15 and 16; State Representative District 28, 29, 31 and 32; District Court Judge District 17; and Republican Precinct Committeeman for Precinct 33. The total active voters in the county are 4,548 however there were only 2,501 total ballots...
Valley CARE Coalition hosted their annual Mental Health Awareness Walk June 6. Community members and speakers gathered at the Valley Event Center along with law enforcement escorts to hear new perspectives on the need for awareness around and care for mental health. Taylor Hohlen of FMDH and the CARE Coalition welcomed participants with a reminder that any time is a good time to address and maintain mental health. She then turned the microphone over to Gracie Otten, Miss Glasgow Teen, who...
The Valley County Sheriff’s Office and Glasgow Police Department are requesting the assistance from the community on reporting suspicious behavior regarding vandalisms. The Glasgow Police Department has been investigating vandalism cases near the east side of Glasgow by the baseball field. There have been multiple fires causing property damage in the same area within the last month. They believe suspects are a group of juvenile males between the ages of 10 and 14 years old. As the investigations continue, the Valley County Sheriff’s Office and... Full story
Glasgow/Long Run Fire Department was paged to a structure fire at Shady Rest, in Glasgow, on June 5, at 12:53 p.m. Upon arrival, fire was observed on the exterior of the residence with smoke showing from the eaves. A trooper with Montana Highway Patrol was first on scene and immediately started using a fire extinguisher on the exterior of the residence. Fire crews then began fire suppression. There was moderate damage to the exterior of the home and minimal damage to the inside. There were 13 fire personnel on scene with Fire Command, Engine... Full story
Throughout the month of May, Bank of Glasgow held their 2024 food drive. With a goal of collecting 1,000 pounds of food for the Valley Community Food Bank, the community came together to exceed that goal, by donating 1,048 pounds. As an incentive to donate, those who brought in donations were entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card. Dennis Garsjo, of Glasgow, was the lucky winner!...
The Valley County Sheriff’s Office recently served and executed a Search Warrant in Valley County, Glasgow, that resulted in the apprehension and seizure of approximately one ounce of methamphetamine, 200 fentanyl pills, over $2,500 in US dollars, a loaded firearm, and various other items of contraband. The suspect will have charges filed locally with the County Attorney for distribution and possession of dangerous drugs. This is part of an 18 month long investigation involving FBI, BIA, and the Glasgow Police Department, and this i...
The 2024 Scottie Booster Club held their All-Sports Banquet on May 28 at St. Raphael's Parish Gymnasium in Glasgow. This annual event is for all coaches and student athletes as well as a celebration of Scottie athletics from throughout the school year. This year's featured speaker was Nick Walker, a current multi-sport coach and athletic director at Killdeer High School in Killdeer N.D., where he is completing his second yar as a leader of Cowboy athletics. Walker is a 1998 graduate of...
