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Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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As the holiday season kicks off, Valley County Sheriff’s Office, Glasgow Police Department, and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) are encouraging Montanans to plan for a sober ride home before celebrating. The period between Dec. 15 and Jan. 1 has a high concentration of impaired driving crashes and fatalities. Law enforcement partners across the state will be increasing patrols and making DUI arrests as part of the effort to help Montanans get home safely. Under the Vision Zero goal, Valley County Sheriff’s Office, Glasgow Police Dep...
One definition of self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s own well-being and happiness, in particular, during periods of stress. It’s very important to take the time to evaluate your own state of mind and pursue what will make you the best version of yourself. This allows you to be your best self not only for you, but those around you as well! Some ways to start incorporating self-care habits into daily life are saying no when your plate is full, taking time in the morning or in the evening to do something you...
The Glasgow Schools held their regular monthly board meeting on Dec. 12, inside of the District Board Room. The most important topic discussed was the shortage of bus drivers the district is currently experiencing. “It’s a unique position. It fits a certain set of community members. You start in the morning, then you are done for the day, then you drive the bus in the afternoon. If you get caught up doing something in between, you can lose track of time in between,” explained Superintendent Wade Sundby on why the position is so hard to fill....
The Valley County Commissioners have been holding public meetings on a weekly basis for their regular Discussion and Decision meetings, which are held inside of the Board of County Commissioners in the Valley County Courthouse. In addition to regular business, such as approving employment and termination notices, as well as passing resolutions for 2023, the main topic of discussion recently has been how to best spend the Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund the county received as a result of the American Rescue Plan. The County...
The Glasgow High School Speech and Drama team have been traveling throughout the state over the past month, bringing home individual placings as well as speech sweeps as a team. The team started their season on Oct. 29, with the Glasgow Invitational and every week since each student involved has been practicing, competing and feeling more and more confident in their performances. The team traveled to compete in the Miles City Invitational on Nov. 12, where seven kids participated. Sophomore...
The Montana High School Association recently announced the 2022-23 Service Years Award list for officials who are members of the Montana Officials Association. Clayton Zerbe, pictured officiating at the Nashua v. North Country games in Hinsdale Dec. 15, was honored for 20 years service. Myron Malnaa, pictured officiating at the Class C Showcase in Glasgow Dec. 2, was recognized for 30 years of service....
The City Of Glasgow is reminding citizens that it is unlawful to deposit snow, ice, and slush from private property into public right of ways. Under City Ordinances it is unlawful for any person to deposit snow, ice or slush from private property onto any fire hydrant, street, alley or sidewalk. Any person violating any provision of the ordinance shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor and processed under City Ordinances. If you have been depositing snow from your driveway or sidewalks into the street, please stop and respect the law. If you... Full story
The Eastern Montana Community Mental Health Center (EMCMHC) saw a need in the most vulnerable in our community, children. Diapers are one of the most basic needs for a family with a new baby and the cost doesn't go away until the child is potty trained. With the cost-of-living increasing, including the cost of diapers and supplies for diapering needs, it is hard for some families to provide these basic needs for their little ones. In the community, there are no resources to offset diapers and...
For a month and a half, Valley County Sheriff’s Office has been providing a presence and assistance in Frazer Schools in order to help students, staff and the community. The memorandum of understanding with Frazer schools started on Nov. 1, after Valley County Sheriff Tom Boyer approached the Valley County Commissioners to establish this relationship. Sheriff Boyer explained he was first approached by the Superintendent of Frazer Schools Melanie Blunt-Cole to see how the Valley County Sheriff’s Office could help. “Over the last four years...
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on Airport Road in Glasgow provided holiday cheer during their seventh annual Nativity Open House on Dec. 11. In addition to perusing a variety of different nativity seasons, guests were treated to musical talents from local artists, including instrumental and singing. There was also an arts and crafts station for the children. On display were Nativity scenes that spanned the globe with some crafted by Israeli Olive Wood while others were crafted...
Glasgow High School sophomore Gabe Proctor represented Glasgow as an All-State Choir participant Oct. 19 through 21, at Gallatin High School in Bozeman, Mont., during the 2022 All-State Festival, which included the best of band, chorus and orchestra throughout the state. According to Proctor, approximately 150 people convened on stage to sing seven classical choral pieces during the performance that occurred on the last day. Proctor is the first All-State music student to represent Glasgow in...
Law enforcement has responded to hoax calls about an active shooter in multiple parts of the state. There has been no evidence of an active shooter and no actual threats found. The calls have been made to dispatchers in Billings, Colstrip, Forsyth, Manhattan, Miles City, Red Lodge, and Cascade and Madison counties. “This is likely an orchestrated hoax tactic called swatting,” Division of Criminal Investigation Administrator Bryan Lockerby said. “We are assisting with the coordination of these incoming threats to further the investigation and i...
Attorney General Austin Knudsen is warning Montanans of scammers attempting to obtain personal information from unsuspecting individuals over the phone by claiming to be law enforcement officials. The fraudsters are disguising their phone number, so on caller ID it appears the number is coming from a legitimate law enforcement office, which is also referred to as “spoofing.” Once on the phone with an individual, the scammer will threaten the victim with outstanding warrants or investigations to try to obtain personal information, like bank acc...
The Governor’s Office of Community Service has announced it is accepting nominations for the annual ServeMontana Awards, with new award distinctions. In partnership with Montana’s Credit Unions, this award recognizes Montana citizens who embody a strong commitment to others through community volunteerism, exhibit leadership through serving, and impact change outside of paid employment. The public is encouraged to nominate individuals and service groups of all ages and backgrounds across Montana. All service must be performed in Montana and by...
Are you a Montanan who is 62 or older as of Dec. 31, 2022? If yes, you will be interested in a legislative change to the Elderly Homeowner/Renter Tax credit for the tax year 2022. The new law doubled the income exclusion from $6,300 to $12,600 and increased the credit to $1,150. Would you qualify for the 2022 Montana’s elderly homeowner/renter tax credit? If you can answer “yes” to all of the following questions, then you may be eligible: 1. Were you 62 or older as of Dec. 31, 2022? 2. Did you rent, own, or lease a home in Montana for a total...
In the season of giving, Glasgow residents did just that this past weekend as nearly $40,000 - $39,749 to be exact - was collected from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Dec. 1, for the annual Block of Bucks event. Volunteers braved below-zero temperatures and even the wind on Dec. 1 to stand at Glasgow’s two downtown intersections collecting money for the annual event. On Saturday, 200 children went shopping at the participating Glasgow businesses, Elle Boutique, Thistle & Thread, Mary’s Mercantile, Naked Acres, D&G Sports and Western, Mac & Mallow, Lul...
The Glasgow Chamber hosted "A Candyland Christmas" on Dec. 3 with the Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights. Chilly temperatures certainly did not deter the community to come out and enjoy the fesitivites. Santa was also able to make his way into Glasgow in the afternoon, escorted by the Glasgow Fire Department and took a few hours to talk to kids about their holiday list at Pehlke's Furniture....
The Valley County Commissioners met for their regular Discussion and Decision meeting on Nov. 30 inside the Board of County Commissioners in the Valley County Courthouse. The agenda included the City of Glasgow’s request for an increase in funding for the Valley County Pool Campaign as well as further discussions on how to spend the Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund which Valley County has received $1.8 million this year and is set to receive another $1.8 million in 2023. The Valley County Commissioners had already pledged funds t...
With the kick-off to the Glasgow Holiday season this past weekend during the Christmas Stroll, the Scottie Field Recharged Committee has been busy behind the scenes to help make the gift of giving to the non-profit easy to reach the goal of new and improved athletic facilities at Glasgow High School. On Dec. 1, the committee released ways to give via Paypal, QR Code, in addition to the other already established methods of contacting Glasgow Athletic Director Brenner Flaten and mailing in the donation. The committee has also established...
The Glasgow High School Student Council (STUCO) members held their 24th annual Remembrance Tree program at the Pioneer Museum on Dec. 4. STUCO members, led by President Lane Thompson, welcomed those in attendance, which included Deacon Ed Malone, from St. Raphael's Catholic Church, who gave the evening's address. Over 300 bulbs were purchased in memory of loved ones that have passed away or in honor of military members. The money collected, which was over $1,500, will be donated to the new...
The Middle of Nowhere Music Fest announced the headline act for the concert set for Aug. 5 during the Northeast Montana Fair. The rock band Jackyl will be the headline act for the concert which was formerly titled the Northeast Montana Fair Concert. Jackyl is an American rock band formed in 1991. Their sound has also been described as heavy metal and southern metal. Their self-titled debut album has sold more than a million copies in the United States with hit singles like "Down on Me" and...
Grant applications are now being accepted for nonprofit 501 (C) 3 organizations and governmental entities such as schools and municipalities for projects that promote better living in Valley County from Theo and Alyce Beck Foundation Trust. Applications can be picked up from Ruth Ann Hutcheson at Taxmasters, 54231 US Hwy 2 East, or Edward Jones at 317 Klein Avenue in Glasgow. An electronic application is available by emailing [email protected]. Completed applications must be mailed and postmarked no later than Friday Dec, 30....
The FMDH’s Foundation’s “Tree of Life” was lit on Monday, Nov. 28, and will remain so until the New Year! The tree is a symbol of the support received from this community and is a unique way for friends to help friends. With each gift, you can remember or honor a special person or event in your life. The names of the honorees are written on ornaments and hung, as a loving tribute, on the tree. An acknowledgement card will be sent to whomever you request. It is a great way to pay tribute to our loved ones, and a very thoughtful present that co...
