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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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As the year winds down to an end, voters are already putting elections behind them and looking toward those getting ready to take office. But campaign funding records are open to the public for disclosure, and funds raised went toward radio ads, print ads, window decals and signs to promote the local candidates. The funds collected totaled nearly $18,800 in Valley County. That doesn't include some of the personal contributions from the candidates themselves. Most of the final reports have been filed for funding, but a few still may turn in the...
The Glasgow City Council met and approved to pay back water customers over the next six months after a glitch in software was found by the auditors that made their visit in November. The software was unable to convert cubic feet and gallons. The glitch only made pennies in a difference in Glasgow City billing, but over a year it added up. A total of $38,120.16 is owed and will be credited to both commercial and residential customers, just over $15,450 is owed to commercial users, the leftover $22,668 going toward residents who hooked up to...
The Valley County courthouse had visits from the auditors recently. Their responses came in with some minor suggestions. The full report is usually available after the the New Year. The auditors suggested segregated collections and budgets for the airport, refuse and weed departments. They also suggested that they consider taking a supply inventory so the county can track property and items. Another suggestion was that formal financial procedures and policies be made for the county's fair board and the health department. The county...
City employee Adam Morehouse hand built the star that now sits on Glasgow's Christmas tree across from Markle's and D&G. Director of Public Works Robert Kompel said Morehouse is a welder and handy with fabrication. He cut out two sides of the star to help create the lighting effect.... Full story
Now that we've all had our fill of turkey, imagine cooking your Thanksgiving meal in a wood stove. That's what Cozy May Aliff did. She was homesteaded south of Larslan and was known for cooking delicious meals and bread. She hauled water from several miles away by wagon. In 1912, the Valley County Poultry Shipping Association sent an astounding 61,458 pounds of dressed turkeys to the New York markets.... Full story
Family, food and football are American traditions for Thanksgiving. As residents may be heading out of town for festivities this year, they might want to make extra preparations as two storms make their way through the state this week. According to AAA, more than 46 million Americans will travel for Thanksgiving dinner this year and with the average price of gas dropping below the $3 a gallon mark, it's probably a safe bet that holiday travel will increase this year. AAA stated that this will be the highest travel volume for the holiday since...
Have a Wonderful Thanksgiving!... Full story
You might see students from Glasgow High School, Soroptimist members and other various members of businesses and organizations standing in the intersections downtown Glasgow on Friday, Dec. 5. It's a 50-year tradition for the community to rally for funds to help provide clothing for children. The tradition started with the Glasgow Jaycees, a fraternal organization that accepted men between the ages of 21-35. The group had various projects throughout the year that helped the community. In 1960... Full story
Kayson Azar, 11 months, wasn't too sure about getting to know Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus this year at Pehlke's Furniture. The toddler came out during the Christmas Stroll downtown on Saturday and his parents decided to introduce him to the man of magic himself. See more images of the new holiday season on Page 3A.... Full story
Mariah Johnson was among the Irle School students making centerpieces this week for Thurday's annual Thanksgiving community dinner from noon to 2 p.m. at the Glasgow Senior Center. The free event has served about 3,800 over 23 years. Everyone is invited. More details: 228-8392.... Full story
It was a day for Montana's history books. While the topic is still controversial and will likely face another battle in court, U.S. District Court of Montana Judge Brian Morris ruled in favor of four same-sex couples who were suing for marriage on Wednesday, Nov. 19. His decision led to several marriages in the last week of same sex couples celebrating the decision. Yellowstone County saw some of the first marriages in the state for same-sex couples. It also had some controversy as a few clerks refused to marry couples, but they were told by a...
With altercations involving police and civilians making headlines nationwide, perhaps Glasgow is a few steps ahead of the curve. Glasgow Police Chief Bruce Barstad explained that while the department has been using cameras for several years, they have also embraced body cams. Car cameras have been used for years here. They can help during traffic stops and other situations, but often the quality of video and audio can leave something to be desired. The department has also used other versions of a body cam in the last three or four years, along...
Valley County commissioners have been working with tribal authorities to place signs alerting drivers about the sharp turn on Wiota Road where a local teenager lost his life. The commissioners also canvassed the county votes on Monday, Nov. 17. Canvassing the vote wrapped up elections in the county for 2014. The commissioners reported that several cameras were being added around the jail and courthouse. Renee Clampitt, planner/911/GIS supervisor, explained that the cameras being installed will help with some blind spots. The same security...
Carlos Gonzales and Levi Overvold spent a little bit of time looking at the entries in the Festival of Trees that took place this weekend. The event helped raise over $5,000 for the Relay for Life this year. This year's People's Choice went the "The Grinch" tree that was sponsored by the Hi Line Home Programs, Inc. They will receive $100 in Chamber Bucks. Rod Karst, one of the organizers for the event, said it was a successful event this year and hopes to get more than the 35 entries they had... Full story
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. The tree brought some of that holiday cheer and Christmas spirit to shoppers, pedestrians and workers as they traveled through the downtown area. "It was just a tree stuck in a hole every year," Dan Carney, previous mayor of... Full story
The Tri-Agency Drug Force and the Valley County Sheriff's Office reported that they made a bust after an intense investigation came to a close on Monday, Nov. 10. After a search warrant was conducted at 587 BIA Route 1, the task force located Shon Wilcox, who had approximately 4.5 pounds of pot, methamphetamine, prescription pills and numerous paraphernalia items that were located in a camper, utility trailer and a pickup. The estimated street value of drugs was in excess of $20,000. Wilcox, 45, was charged with four felony criminal possession...
The highly charged debate surrounding the Keystone XL Pipeline, which could heavily impact Valley County, found approval and rejection in a week's time. Last week on Friday, Nov. 14, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill of approval for the pipeline, 252 to 161. Rep. Steve Daines stated in a release that it took Canada seven months to pass the pipeline and it has taken the U.S. Senate and President Barrack Obama six years to move forward. Incoming Rep. Ryan Zinke stated that the president has been putting politics before the needs of...
It's been a local tradition that has continued to grow. The thought that started it all was, why couldn't we do this in Glasgow? The Festival of Trees for Relay For Life will bring locals in and kick off the holiday season this weekend. Creative tree décor will line the room at the Glasgow Elks Club. The prime rib dinner and auction will take place on Friday, Nov. 21, from 6-8 p.m. Tickets have already been selling for the event. For those who just want to take a peak at what quirky themes were created, the trees are open for public viewing on...
The Glasgow Courier will be published a day early next week in observance of Thanksgiving. Your hometown paper will roll off the press on Tuesday, rather than the usual Wednesday, so everyone in the area can get it before the Thursday holiday--at the stores or as a home subscriber.... Full story
Eastern Montana might see a little more representation in the state House. Rep. Austin Knudsen, R, District 34, was selected as speaker of the Montana House on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Knudsen covers a portion of Valley County in his district and just recently took 76 percent of the votes in the district during the election. Republicans now hold the majority in the house by 59-41.... Full story
With Obamacare in full effect some of the kinks have been worked out in the last year on the federal Marketplace site for insurance. When January rolls around consumers will start to see how taxes will be effected by the new healthcare bill that went into effect last year. Local Certified Application Counselor (CAC) Terry Reddy explained that people need to look at insurance plans and enroll by Dec. 15 for insurance to be effective by Jan. 1. Enrollment opened up on Friday, Nov. 15, and will continue to remain open until Feb. 15, 2015. Life...
The Courier had a visit from two homeschooling families on Oct. 29 who got to see our newspaper production process. Terry Trang, Courier's office manager (far right), guided the tour while the children watched Stan Sonsteng, production manager, adding a sheet of mylar under the aluminum plate to increase the plate's thickness. The visitors are Clay Savage (9), Cole Savage (7) and Carly Savage (4) accompanies by their mother Becky Savage, and Noah Runner (8), Ava Runner (5), Silas Runner (4) and... Full story
"I'm here to tell you the people of France have not forgotten, their children and grandchildren have not forgotten and France will never forget," Laurence Mackarena, Frech consul for the state of Montana said a few weeks ago. She was visiting to honor three of Glasgow's WWII veterans, while a group of friends, family members and veterans attended to witness it. The three men did not show much emotion as she spoke of their past and their service. Perhaps they couldn't hear as well, as they're... Full story
Glasgow recognized its local veterans in the annual Veterans Day ceremony held at the Civic Center on Tuesday, Nov. 11. In tribute to the upcoming 40th anniversary marking the end of the Vietnam War in April 1975, Vietnam veterans were the focal point of honor in this year's ceremony. Master of the ceremony Steve Page gave an update on the status of the Northeast Montana Veterans' Memorial Park in Fort Peck. He explained that, thanks to community effort, the group has raised enough funds to comp... Full story
Father and son Cap and Jim Holter were recognized at the Veterans Day Ceremony in the Civic Center. Cap, 95, left, served in WWII, and Jim, 68, was stationed in Japan as a Marine during the Vietnam War era.... Full story
