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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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Valley County's Blocks of Bucks program set an all-time high Dec. 3 raising over $31,000 in funds to assist 297 county children with buying essential winter clothing, such as coats and boots. Mary Armstrong, the chair for Blocks of Bucks, said, "It truly is a remarkable community to be able to raise so much in such a short time." The bulk of the money is raised through volunteers, from the Soroptomists, the Glasgow High Student Council, and the Montana National Guard, who stand on downtown... Full story
Valley County Sheriff Glen Meier formally announced his retirement to the Valley County Commissioners on Dec. 5. He will vacate the position at the end of 2016. Meier is in the middle of a fourth consecutive term as Valley County's Sheriff. He was first elected to the position in 2002 and won re-election most recently in 2014. His term is set to end in 2018. In a letter addressed to the commissioners, Meier explains, "It is just time for me to start the rest of my life." Pressed further, Meier... Full story
Governor Steve Bullock issued an executive order declaring a statewide natural resource emergency for Montana bodies of water, due to the detection of the larvae of invasive aquatic mussels at Tiber Reservoir and suspected detections at Canyon Ferry Reservoir and the Milk and Missouri rivers. The signing of the Executive Order triggers the deployment of an interagency rapid response team to respond to the emerging situation. “Aquatic invasive species are a serious threat to Montana’s critical infrastructure and economy. The deployment of the... Full story
This season, don’t miss Glasgow High School’s production of “Christmas Night Live,” a sketch comedy and variety show in the spirit of the hit TV show, Saturday Night Live! The event will be hosted by Kris Kringle, with musical guests and an all-star cast. Bring the whole family for a night of laughs and holiday cheer. And try to stay off the naughty list, because Santa will be there for photos. Members of the CNL ensemble are Tayte Prewett, Taylor Palm, Kyle Ross, Ethan Hartsock, Lauren Kolstad, Asalie Romero, Sierra Ciafardone, Austin Babb, J... Full story
For the last month or so, construction crews have been diligently at work revamping two local Ezzie’s convenience stores. The improvements will give customers better access to goods and services that they have become accustomed to from the area company. The location in Hinsdale will have the addition of two pumps and fuel tanks. The additional tanks will contain dyed and un-dyed diesel, and will be available 24 hours a day via credit card. The addition of diesel to the location will save Hinsdale residents a trip out-of-town to refuel their die... Full story
In October, the Courier reached out to Mark Douglass, the executive director of CASA of Hill County, Inc., to talk about court appointed special advocates for child abuse and neglect victims in the county. Douglass painted a bleak picture of the number of abused or neglected youth awaiting advocacy in Valley County with some 35 cases lacking appointees at the time. With some 45 other cases already distributed amongst the four volunteers. Since then, CASA in Valley County is set to graduate two new volunteers in mid-December bringing the... Full story
After having last year’s carnival leaving everyone except toddlers a little frustrated, the Valley County Fair Board has put forth considerable effort and focus into improving the carnival for next year’s fair. They ultimately were able to land a deal to bring in Dreamland Carnival Company, based out of Bridger, Mont. The upcoming carnival will be larger than it has been for at least the last few years. Dreamland will bring 15 rides to the fairgrounds and there will be something for everyone, both young and old, to enjoy. The carnival will als... Full story
With the historic new addition almost finished, Valley County’s Pioneer Museum has set its sights on improving their security system. The new system will link up with the one recently installed into the new addition of the museum, and replace the two older systems currently in the museum’s main building and the Quast House. The update will allow the museum to be monitored by one company instead of the three different companies, as was the prior situation. The upgraded system will improve surveillance capabilities with higher resolution cameras... Full story
It’s Not Too Late! The Valley County Health Department is offering a flu clinic on Wednesday, Dec. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. With flu activity increasing and family and friends planning gatherings for the holidays, now is a great time to get a flu vaccine, if you have not gotten vaccinated yet. A flu vaccine can protect you and your loved ones. Everyone six months of age and older should get a flu vaccine every season. While seasonal flu activity varies, flu activity usually peaks between December and February, though activity can last a... Full story
The Fort Peck office of Interstate Engineering has relocated to 6066 MT Highway 24 South. “As our client base and needs for more space grew, Interstate Engineering decided to relocate our office to the new location. This will give our clients more access to our staff as well as room to continue to grow and expand in the area,” said Vice President of Interstate Engineering, Lonni Fleck. Interstate Engineering is a regional firm with 14 offices in Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota and South Dakota. Established 40 years ago in Jamestown, ND, the... Full story
The Valley County Commissioners gathered on Nov. 23 to discuss and vote on several matters pertinent to county operations. The commissioners unanimously approved the promotions of both Taylor Trang to a clerk one position and Julie McGuiness to Treasurer’s Deputy. Also approved is the Sheriff’s Department hiring of Thomas Boyer as a detention officer. The commissioners were also in favor of committing $5,000 to the Valley County Pioneer Museum. These funds will be utilized towards updating security systems in the main building of the mus... Full story
Comfort Pups Program was an idea that came to Assistant Chief Brien Gault after responding to a multiple vehicle accident with children involved. Gault recognized the benefit that supportive materials, like a stuffed animal, can have to comfort and help young children through a traumatic experience. Knowing that other law enforcement entities in the state had started stuffed animal programs to help children, Gault decided to pitch the idea to his fellow officers in the department to try to get... Full story
The Glasgow High School Student Council is sponsoring their 18th Annual Remembrance Tree program to remember loved ones that have passed on and military service members. The tree, which will be filled with lights commemorating those who have passed on, will be on display at the Pioneer Museum through the holiday season. Certain bulbs on the tree will also represent those loved ones serving in the Armed Forces and those stationed around the globe. If you would like to include a bulb for your loved ones, contact any high school student council... Full story
The Apple Trolley, located next to Crazy Woman Quilts in Glasgow's Plaid Square, is now offering soups to add to their menu of sweets and other snacks. Owner Joy Guttenberg is preparing the soups from scratch, and will be switching up the shop's menu from week to week. The idea came to Guttenberg while she was craving soup at work. She kept finding local eateries' stocks sold out Admitting jokingly that her decision to offer soup was out of selfishness, she recognized the opportunity to expand... Full story
Since July, the Prairie Ridge Village community has been hosting community dances in partnership with Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital. According to Amber Swindler, director of Prairie Ridge, the dances are an effort to bring the residents and the community of Glasgow closer together. The most recent edition of the village dances was a 1950s "sock hop" on Nov. 18 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Performing was the band Dave Pippen and the Guys, who according to Swindler, "Always just treat us great."... Full story
After launching distribution points in Frazer and Opheim earlier this fall (See Countywide Literacy Project Takes Shape in Frazer, Sept. 28), Boxcar Road Books has expanded to Hinsdale. Courier editor James Walling and contributor Ginevra Kirkland have joined forces with Jim Tollefson and his recently-constructed book exchange, located two blocks north of Hwy. 2 near Raiders Quick Stop. "We were planning on setting up a shelf at Sweet Memories on Montana Street," Walling said, "but Leonna... Full story
This week millions of Americans will gather family and friends around the dinner table to give thanks. But for those preparing the meal, it can be a stressful time. Not to mention, for many it is the largest meal they have cooked all year, leaving plenty of room for mistakes that could cause foodborne illness. “Unsafe handling and undercooking of food can lead to serious foodborne illness,” said Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety Al Almanza at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). “Turkeys may contain Salmonella and Campy... Full story
