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The Bureau of Reclamation, in partnership with the Blackfeet Tribe and the Milk River Joint Board of Control, broke ground Aug. 20 for the St. Mary Diversion Dam Rehabilitation Project. This crucial project, funded through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, marks a significant milestone in ensuring the sustainability and efficiency of water resources in the region. The ceremony held celebrated the collaborative effort and the shared commitment to securing water resources for future generations. Reclamation’s Deputy Commissioner Roque Sanchez e...
The Glasgow Elks Lodge is on a mission to boost patriotic spirit and pride in our community by presenting brand new American and Montana state flags to local schools. As part of their ongoing commitment to supporting education and community values, the Elks- formally known as the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks- set out on this mission as a part of their Americanism Program. On Aug. 22, Glasgow Elks Lodge's Exalted Ruler Maxwell Knodel took the requested flags to Glasgow's Irle...
The Montana Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved critical incident that occurred late Saturday night, Aug. 24, in Valley County. At approximately 9:19 p.m., deputies from Valley and McCone County Sheriff’s Offices were responding to a disturbance call occurring at Roundhouse Point Campground. While en route, a McCone County deputy, working under contract with Valley County, encountered an adult female and male (the involved parties) arguing outside their vehicle near mile marker 3 on Montana Highway 1...
For the Courier On July 13, the Fort Peck Fine Arts Council (FPFAC) commemorated the 90th anniversary of the Historic Fort Peck Theatre with a special presentation attended by approximately 120 patrons. This milestone highlights a rich history and an exciting future for the beloved venue. The Fort Peck Theatre first opened its doors on Nov. 15, 1934, playing movies around the clock. Over the decades, the theatre has become a cherished landmark, its enduring charm a testament to the community's d...
Governor Greg Gianforte has proclaimed Aug. 21 as Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day to remember those lost to fentanyl overdoses and increase awareness about the risks of fentanyl. “While we continue to call on the [Biden/Harris] administration to stop the flow of illegal drugs across the border, the State of Montana is committed to strengthening penalties for criminals who peddle this poison and providing support to families who have lost a loved one to the drug epidemic. Susan and I ask every Montanan to join us today in raising a...
Glasgow City Council has awarded the Yard Of The Week for the week of Aug. 26, to Robert and Lisa Legare, at 819 Valley Drive. 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....
Beginning with the first scheduled football games of the 2024 season, entrants will have the opportunity to use their skill and knowledge of football to predict the winners of each listed game. The entrant with the most correct predictions will win first place for the week. The entrant with the second most correct predictions will win second place prize. All entries must be received by noon on Friday of the weekend the games are to be played. If you mail your ballot, it must be postmarked by Thursday. You can take a picture of your ballot and... 
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The Glasgow City Council will meet in regular session, Tuesday, Sept. 3, 5 p.m., in the Council Chambers, located inside of the Glasgow Civic Center. Click on the agenda to view the full agenda for the meeting....
The Valley County Commissioners will meet in regular session Wednesday, Sept. 4, 10:30 a.m., in the Board of County Commissioners located inside of the Valley County Courthouse. Click on the agenda for a full schedule of the meeting....
What A Fair It Was Full Of Fun! Pick Up A Copy Of This Week's Glasgow Courier to view more photos from the 2024 Northeast Montana Fair, including the concert and Rosette winners. More coverage will be included in next week's, Aug. 28, issue....
Michelle Bigelbach The Courier As students, families and staff get ready for the first day of school on Aug. 19, the Glasgow School Board met in regular session on Aug. 14 in the Gary F. Martin Boardroom. The board discussed the budget for the school year and approved the general fund budget of $6,949,480.40 with a total budget of $9,709,245.41, which includes all other budget items such transportation and retirement. A contract with Jennifer Buchmann-Cunningham was approved to provide school psychology services within the district at $85 per...
Voters in the Town of Nashua approved a review of their form of local government in the June Primary Election. The first step in that review is electing a three-person review committee. The following individuals have filed to run for a position on the three-member local government study commission for the Town of Nashua: Joy Guttenberg Jody Sundheim Novak Sharon Merideth Kimberly Hill Shandy Stingley These candidates will be on the general election ballot. Absentee ballots for the general election will be mailed to voters on Friday, Oct. 11....
Opheim School students ended their summer vacation and returned back to the building on Aug. 14 to start off the 2024-2025 school year with a bang....
The City of Glasgow at a work session on Aug. 13, gave preliminary approval to a general fund budget and set assessments for the new fiscal year. The general fund budget was set at $3,318,112. The general fund budget funds services such as the Glasgow Police Department, Glasgow Fire Department and the Glasgow Recreation Department. The council gave preliminary approval to a tax cut for city of Glasgow property taxpayers. The council voted to assess less mills than last fiscal year which will result in a tax cut of $6,584.58 for property...
The 2024-2025 school year kicked off for Glasgow students and staff on Aug. 19, with excitement, smiles, nerves and parents rejoicing to be back to a routine. Save The Dates: Glasgow Middle School picture day is Wednesday, Aug. 28, and Irle Elementary picture day is Thursday, Aug. 29. Glasgow Homecoming is Sept. 16 through the 21, with the parade on Friday, Sept. 20....
Governor Greg Gianforte has announced that Montana’s unemployment rate remained at 3.1 percent in July, while the national rate rose to 4.3 percent, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. “Our pro-jobs, pro-family, pro-business policies are helping keep Montanans working while the national unemployment rate rises...” Gov. Gianforte said. “Many businesses across Montana are providing good-paying jobs across our state. We’ll continue to cut red tape, lower taxes, an...
On Aug. 15, Governor Greg Gianforte joined members of his Property Tax Task Force for a meeting at the State Capitol. At the meeting, the governor received their recommendations to reform the property tax system and reduce the burden of property taxes on Montanans, and he encouraged Montana homeowners to secure their property tax rebates today, the first day to claim rebates. Members of the diverse, bipartisan Property Tax Task Force, which the governor launched in January, produced their proposals and provided the governor with their report....
If anyone would like to nominate somebody for yard of the week you may call the Glasgow City Office at 406-228-2476....
The City of Glasgow Public Works Department is providing notification and requests Glasgow residents and visitors on Mahon St from 4th to 5th Street south and residents on 7th Street South between 3rd and 4th Ave South to please not park on the street between August 26-29th. The street(s) will be closed while crews prepare the new pavement for sealing and seal the new pavement. Please call 228-2476X4 with any questions. We appreciate your patience and cooperation, while we put the finishing touches on these projects. Thank y...
The Montana Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved critical incident that occurred late Saturday night, Aug. 24, in Valley County. At approximately 9:19 p.m., deputies from Valley and McCone County Sheriff’s Offices were responding to a disturbance call occurring at Roundhouse Point Campground. While en route, a McCone County deputy, working under contract with Valley County, encountered an adult female and male (the involved parties) arguing outside their vehicle near mile marker 3 on Montana Highway 1...
The Valley County Commissioners will meet in regular session, Wednesday, Aug. 28, 10:30 a.m., in the Board of County Commissioners located inside of the Valley County Courthouse....
This past week was a week filled with fun events at the Fairgrounds for the yearly Northeast Montana Fair in Glasgow. From entertainment on the Independence Bank Free Stage, Dreamland Carnival, viewing the exhibits in the commercial booths, visiting with local businesses and organizations who had a presence under the Grandstands, enjoying good eateries, and all of the 4-H action, there was certainly something for everyone to enjoy. Rounding out the week was the 2024 Milk River Motorsports Demoli...
The Glasgow City Council met in regular session on Aug. 5, where regular business was conducted, including approving the consent agenda, which included the regular council agenda, payment of claims in the amount of $521,930.94; payment of Valley Court Apartments claims in the amount of $340.99; and the minutes of the July 15 regular council meeting. The agenda also included the first reading ordinance No. 985 – an ordinance amending Chapter 4 of the official code of the city of Glasgow (OCCG) to remove the license requirement for dancing in a...
Five educators from across Montana are now "history missionaries" as part of the Teacher Leaders in Montana History Program. The teachers include Chris Dantic, of Terry; Vicky Nytes, of Superior; Mary Zuchowski, of Frazer; Heath Nordquist, of Missoula; and Kim Konen, of Dillon. They're in addition to 11 existing history Teacher Leaders in Montana, one of which is Laurie Enebo, of Glasgow Schools, who help write lesson plans, mentor teachers in best practices in history education, and share...
AM Theatrical in partnership with the Fort Peck Summer Theatre put on their 2024 Performing Arts Camp July 30 through Aug. 8, splitting their time between the Glasgow Evangelical Church July 30 through Aug. 2, and then in Fort Peck Aug. 5 through Aug. 8. This year the Camp's head director was Lizzie Peters with assistant director Rachel Pewett along with the talented company of Fort Peck Summer Theatre as teachers and counselors. A total of 112 students from all over Montana participated in the...
