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Montana’s unemployment rate held steady at 5.2 percent in November, while Valley County’s unemployment rate hit a low 3.5 percent. The state’s rate has declined by half a percent over the last year. The national unemployment rate remains higher than Montana’s rate at 7 percent in November, down 0.3 percentage points from the prior month. “Montana’s economy continues to perform better than the rest of the nation, steadily adding jobs for our workers,” Gov. Steve Bullock said. Labor Commissioner Pam Bucy said, “Retailers hired more workers th...
East Side School kids got to enjoy an hour of ice skating for their physical education class on Friday, Dec. 20, just before Christmas break. Kylie Lagerquist and Tyann Graham, above, were among the fourth-graders enjoying their time at Valley Event Center in Glasgow.... Full story
As the New Year takes shape, a new mayor for Glasgow will take her seat. Becky Erickson will be taking the place of Dan Carney. Carney might be stepping down from city council and from the mayor seat, but he still intends to keep some irons in the fire. Carney started in the city council in 1984. Nearly 30 years of experience started out after interest in the water situation in Glasgow grew. He applied for a vacant seat and didn't get it. So he ran for city council and found his way in on the... Full story
Anyone traveling west on Highway 2 may have noticed the flashing sign at the bottom of the hill coming into town. It flashes your speed if you're above the posted limit, or at one point it will flash a frowning face to those who are coming in much too quickly. The 9-inch highway sign has been there collecting data. The data in the sign is able to give law enforcement important information on traffic patterns on the highway. Glasgow Police Chief Bruce Barstad said that the Bluetooth driven data h...
New Year’s Eve is a time of fun and celebration. Make sure you don’t start your year out with a DUI or in an accident. If you plan on going out for the night, and maybe your designated driver decided to have more than a few beers, don’t take the keys in your hands. Valley County Sheriff Glen Meier said that a tradition that has been going on for around a decade will continue. Valley County Sheriff Search and Rescue and two local wrecking companies will pick you up and take you home for free. The idea is to make sure everyone has a safe holid...
Glasgow and Valley County are full of giving people. The community gives in times of need. The children’s Christmas store has been an annual tradition for nearly two decades. It may have switched through hands of different organizations, but it has always somehow continued. In the last few years, Milk River Inc. has taken on the torch. The store is all about the season of giving. Children, ages 2 to 14, gathered at the Elks Lodge in Glasgow on Saturday, Dec. 21, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. They weren’t there for their own needs; they were the... Full story
You may have seen the lights on the east side of town near the East Side School. A Nativity scene sits on display for the second year. The scene is a traditional one that was put together by Glasgow's youth. Several church youth groups came together last year to put the scene together. The driver of the idea was teacher and city council member Rod Karst. Karst said he saw a Nativity scene on a hillside in California and he thought Glasgow should have something similar. He spoke to several...
A Dec. 18 bond vote count after a mail election brought a narrow win for facility improvements at Frazer High School and a larger win for Frazer Elementary School. Both bonds passing will raise nearly $1.5 million to repair, restore and replace certain facilities. Voters registered in Frazer School District 2 in Valley County mailed out their ballots from Dec. 2 to 17. There were 181 ballots sent in. The $980,000 requested for the high school was a little tougher to swallow for voters, as 96 voted for it and 83 voted against it. Because the vot...
Irle Elementary first-graders, directed by music teacher Christine Gilchrist, presented a musical called "The Reindeer Whisperer" during the school's annual Christmas program Dec. 19 at the Evangelical Church. The elves eavesdrop on a phone call from Santa and come to the conclusion he's going to California to replace all the reindeer, which causes some trouble.... Full story
Santa Claus was kind enough to share the following letters from Irle students in kindergarten through the third grade for publication in The Courier. Santa again tells us he's going to be quite busy delivering around here Christmas morning – because kids in these parts aren't naughty, they're nice. Santa's helpers at The Courier extend their own thanks to Irle teachers and students for helping make this section so special. Many more letters appear on pages 4A through 8A. Enjoy reading, e... Full story
Officials have called off the search for the plane that went missing Dec. 1 in Valley County, Idaho, but families of those on board are continuing with the effort despite fears that Sheree Chalmers Smith of Glasgow, her husband Daniel Smith, and three others lost their lives when the plane crashed. Also on board were Sheree's father-in-law Dale Smith, sister-in-law Amber Smith, and Amber's fiance Jonathan Norton. The families have received an outpouring of support and concern from across the... Full story
Hinsdale, Saco, and Opheim school superintendents were guest speakers at a presentation Tuesday evening, Dec. 17, at the Nashua school concerning the idea of Nashua switching from a five-day to four-day school week. And they all – Hinsdale's Julie Gaffney, Saco's Gordon Hahn and Opheim's Ed Ray – said their communities have become accustomed to the four-day week since making the switch and fully support it. Stated reasons for that included improved student attendance, reduced school transportation and lunch costs, some students being able to...
While bringing sports tournaments to town might be a nuisance to those who end up waiting in line at a restaurant, the positive effects far outweigh standing in line. Glasgow brought the first Class C Showcase to town on Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7. That showcase turned out to be a success and will probably grow next year. Athletic Director Willie Thibault told the school board on Wednesday, Dec. 11, that it was a great weekend with lots of support, despite the extreme cold. He explained that the crowds were down due to the cold but...
A new addition has been welcomed at the Valley County Sheriff's Office in Glasgow. Deputy Christopher Richter began work for the county on Monday, Dec. 16. County commissioners approved his employment at their meeting that took place on Tuesday, Dec. 17. As Richter settles in, he said he’s excited to work for this department and glad to be part of a smaller community. He said that he had really hoped to work for a smaller department in a deputy position and Glasgow fit for him. Serving in law enforcement wouldn’t be a surprise to most who kne...
City Court Clerk Lynn Gilbert was sworn in by Mayor Dan Carney at the Glasgow City Council meeting on Monday, Dec. 16, to serve as City Court judge in place of Dave Riggin, who retired. Gilbert will take the seat after New Year's Day. It was also one of the last acts as mayor for Carney, who leaves office at the end of the month.... Full story
Just what might these deer be waiting for? A sleigh ride with a man in red? It's just about that time, you know. These four were making the rounds in St. Marie the other day – and then, poof, they were gone.... Full story
If you’re looking to get that last package to the mail on Christmas Eve, or you’re returning those packages of gifts you weren’t so fond of on New Year’s Eve, you can take a sigh of relief. The post offices will be open on both those days. Nationwide post offices will be open on Tuesday, Dec. 24, and Tuesday, Dec. 31. The local Glasgow Post Office will close its retail window at noon on both days. Regular delivery will be made to the routes and post office boxes. The cutoff time for the collections boxes will be at 12:30 p.m. Those who work fo... Full story
The Courier's publication dates and office hours will change the last two weeks of the year due to the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays falling on Wednesdays, when The Courier usually comes out. Please make note of the changes below because you won't want to miss the special issues featuring letters to Santa and New Year's resolutions from Glasgow schoolchildren, along with all the news, sports and features you're used to enjoying in The Courier. Here's the year-end schedule: • The Christmas issue will roll off our press Monday, Dec. 2... Full story
Flights from rural areas that sit at a long distance from major airports can be crucial and important to the local economy. Glasgow will say goodbye to Silver Airways, formally known as Gulfstream Air, and welcome Cape Air – which will provide cheaper flights. Cape Air officially opened up for business on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The ribbon cutting ceremony took place after the first flight left Glasgow for Billings. Trish Lorino, managing director of marketing and public relations, explained that t... Full story
Sherry Young and Katie Brandt collect donations next to the Glasgow Post Office on Friday, Dec. 6, in temperatures below zero, for the annual Blocks of Bucks program that helps needy kids in the area shop for winter clothes. Volunteers swapped out every hour throughout the day to help collections continue.... Full story
What started out as a request for matching funds for a new ladder truck for the Glasgow Fire Department became an argumentative discussion between city council members and Glasgow Fire Chief Brandon Brunelle. Brunelle had a deadline of Friday, Dec. 6, to turn in an application for a grant that would provide the city with $400,000 to purchase a new fire truck. He explained that the match for the grant would only be 5 percent, costing the city $20,000, but he was hoping to give matching funds of...
With chances of survival dwindling, a family clings to hope or a miracle as the search for a missing plane, containing to Glasgow residents, is scaled back. Five family members Sheree Chalmers-Smith and her husband Daniel Smith of Glasgow boarded the plane on Sunday, Dec. 1. The pilot of the plane, Dale Smith, is Sheree’s father-in-law. Amber Smith, a sister-in-law, and her fiancée, Jonathon Norton all went missing as the plane reported an engine failure near Johnson Creek Airstrip around 3:30 p.m. in Valley County, Idaho. The search for the BE...
With winter weather advisories in effect, snow and ice covering the roads and concerns with the amount of precipitation that falls in the local area, many turn to the local National Weather Service to predict what might be coming. Glasgow is lucky to have the weather service headquartered here for the Northeastern Montana area. Tanja Fransen, warning coordination meteorologist, explained that the there has been some form of weather service in Glasgow for many years, as far back as 1887. Last...
Appointments for the Glasgow Levee Safety Committee were finalized at the last city council meeting, and in the same week a local Glasgow rancher was reappointed to the state Private Land Public Wildlife Advisory Council (PLPWAC). Gov. Steve Bullock announced that Jack Billingsley would be appointed to the PLPWAC. His qualifications listed being that he’s a rancher in Valley County. Billingsley confirmed the appointment and said that the committee is looking at some possible changes. They will be addressing what the current goals will be and wh...
Search and rescue workers have been looking through rugged Idaho terrain for a lost plane just outside of Cascade, Idaho. The plane was carrying two residents of Glasgow and three members of their family. Sheree Chalmers Smith, of Glasgow, and her husband Daniel Smith took off from Baker City, Ore., in the airplane piloted by Daniel Smith’s father, Dale Smith. Dale’s daughter, Amber Smith, and her fiancee, Jonathon Norton, were also on board the airplane. The single-engine BE-36 Beech Bonanza, a smaller aircraft, reported an engine failure nea... Full story
