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  • Milk River Gobblers meeting Thursday

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    The Milk River Gobblers, pursuing their goal of sharing the hunt and preserving the habitat of wild turkeys in the area, are holding their monthly meeting Thursday at the Havre Elks Lodge at 321 Second Ave. in Havre at 6:30 p.m. The group meets the second Thursday of every month. For more information, people can call 945-1632....

  • Teacher decries planned staff cut at Sunnyside

    Derek Hann|Updated Apr 10, 2019

    Sunnyside Intermediate School fifth-grade teacher Ashley Gauer told the Havre Public School Board of Trustees that a plan to cut a teacher from that grade at the school will hurt the students and put more stress on the teachers. "Teaching is a hard job, but it is a rewarding one," Gauer said. "That's why we do it." Gauer spoke during the open agenda portion of the board's monthly regular meeting at Havre Middle School. Board Chair Aileen Couch told Gauer that because the...

  • Williams comes to Havre campaigning for 2020

    Derek Hann|Updated Apr 10, 2019

    U.S. House of Representative candidate Kathleen Williams was in Havre Tuesday at Triple Dog Brewing Co. speaking to community members about her campaign for the 2020 election. "I love this state and I enjoy getting out and meeting new people and seeing what they care about," she said. Williams lost a campaign for Montana's U.S. House seat in 2018 against incumbent Rep. Greg Gianforte, R-Mont., who was elected to the seat during a special election in 2017. Williams said that...

  • Clack Museum getting ready to host Hands on History and Digging up History

    Larry Lease|Updated Apr 10, 2019

    The H. Earl Clack and Margaret Turner Clack Memorial Museum Foundation is holding its annual Hands on History and Digging up History Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Both events will take place at the Holiday Village Mall. The Hands on History event will take place inside the mall with more than 21 stations for children to learn about history in a fun way. Children will be able to learn about things like candle making, how to rope, old-fashioned phones and typewriters. “Several stations will be free of charge thanks to our gen...

  • Obituary - Martin "Marty" Earl Wood

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    Martin "Marty" Earl Wood of Joplin, 51, passed away April 3, 2019, in Kalispell from complications of pancreatic cancer. Memorial services will be held Thursday, April 18, at 2:00 p.m. at the GT Center - former school gym - in Joplin. Marty was born August 28, 1967, in Chester to Thomas Sr. and Fern (LaValley) Wood. He was raised and attended school in Joplin. Marty graduated salutatorian from JI High School in 1985. He went on to attend Montana State University. After...

  • MDT project proposed on U.S. Highway 87 between Great Falls and Carter

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    From Montana Department of Transportation Montana Department of Transportation would like to notify the public and seek comments on a proposal to reconstruct about nine miles of U.S. Highway 87 between Great Falls and Carter in Cascade and Chouteau counties. The project begins at reference post 11 and extends north for nine miles, ending where the highway widens to 33 feet at reference post 20. Proposed work includes earthwork, surfacing, drainage improvements and finishing with a seal and cover, commonly called chip seal,...

  • Service members, veterans cautioned about companies charging for military records

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    From the Montana Attorney General’s Office HELENA — The Montana Attorney General’s Office of Consumer Protection and Montana National Guard want to alert consumers regarding the accessibility of military records free of charge for service members and their families. Over the course of their lives, service members and veterans may need to request records of their military service. “Whether it’s for a job preference, a home loan or to receive certain benefits, military consumers may be asked to produce records detailing...

  • For the Record, April 10, 2019

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    Havre Police Department Officers investigated an 8:33 a.m. Tuesday report from a Bullhook Boulevard business of stolen supplies, but referred the incident to Hill County Sheriff's Office. -- Tuesday at 12:13 p.m., a caller reported spray paint vandalism to a business at Fourth Avenue and Third Street. -- Tanner Joseph Walker of Havre, 36, was arrested on a state District Court warrant and a charge of failing to produce proof of insurance, during a vehicle stop on Fifth Avenue...

  • MSU-Northern athletes honored

    George Ferguson|Updated Apr 10, 2019

    The Montana State University-Northern athletic department held its annual awards banquet last week, culminating with the announcement of the Northern Male and Female Athlete of the Year awards. MSU-N senior wrestler Brandon Weber was named Male Athlete of the Year, while sophomore basketball player Peyton Kehr was named Female Athlete of the Year. Weber wrapped up an incredible run at Northern last month by becoming an NAIA All-American for the third time, and by reaching his...

  • Local Bowling Report: Leagues winding down at Harvest Moon Lanes

    Julie Rodgers|Updated Apr 10, 2019

    Three leagues finished their season last week. Here are the top three teams: Thursday Mixers: 1st Place Team BA, 2nd Place Lucky Strikes, 3rd Place D&D. Wednesday Men’s City: 1st Place Oxford Bar, 2nd Place Diversified Surveying, 3rd Place Gram’s. The youth leagues finished their season, as well. High scores for the week were, Julie Rodgers, 200-543, for the women and Roman Surber, 289-749, for the men. Sunday Keglers: Brandy Kurtz 167, 173-469, Janet Robinson 163, Amanda Moo...

  • Box Elder star to play in Montana-Wyoming series

    George Ferguson|Updated Apr 10, 2019

    Box Elder's Lilly Gopher helped her Lady Bears to back-to-back Class C state championships last month. But her high school hoops career isn't quite over. Last week, Gopher was named to the Montana roster of the prestigious Montana-Wyoming All-Star Series, which will be played in Billings and Sheridan, Wyoming in June. Gopher, a three-time Class C All-State selection, who was also recently named to the Great Falls Tribune Super State Team, signed with NAIA national champion...

  • Hi-Line Athlete Profile: Katie Wirtzberger, Havre High Track

    Chris Peterson|Updated Apr 10, 2019

    When it comes to high school athletic careers, Havre High's Katie Wirtzberger already has a pretty solid resume in the works. The junior is fresh off helping the Havre girls basketball team win a second straight Class A state championship and is off to a blistering start in track helping Blue Pony relay teams finish first five times in three meets so far this season. Wirtzberger was part of both the 400-meter and 1,600 relay teams that won in Glasgow and last weekend in Chotea...

  • Youth can become a junior ranger on Earth Day

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    From Montana State Parks GREAT FALLS — Montana State Parks will host a Junior Ranger Challenge in celebration of Earth Day at Giant Springs State Park Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. to noon. All children 15 years of age and younger are invited to Giant Springs State Park for a day of environmental education and activity. With the assistance of onsite park rangers, children will learn information about the park, the state and natural resources. Once the Junior Ranger booklet is complete, every child will receive a Junior R...

  • Humanities Montana launchers Gather Round program at Chico

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    From Humanities Montana Internationally renowned authors Debra Magpie Earling, Chigozie Obioma and Carl Safina will headline an evening at Chico Hot Springs Saturday, April 20, with a discussion about community and place. The evening serves as a launch event for Humanities Montana’s new program, Gather Round. Anyone who wishes to host a do-it-yourself humanities conversation can order the Gather Round toolkit full of materials that help start conversations centered on the themes raised in “Hearth: A Global Conversation on...

  • Montana History Foundation announces $134,451 in statewide grants

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    This week, 33 organizations across Montana received grant funding totaling $134,451 from a major funder. Since 2012, the Montana History Foundation has awarded annual grants to projects and organizations that work to preserve and protect the historic legacy of Montana. This year, the foundation reached a new record, giving away the largest amount ever at $134,451 and bringing all-time grant awards to $843,985. “Awarding grants is the most important thing we do every year,” MHF President/CEO Charlene Porsild said. “The futur...

  • USDA announces sign-up period for updated Conservation Stewardship Program

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    From USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service BOZEMAN — The next deadline for Conservation Stewardship Program applications to be considered for funding in fiscal year 2019 is May 10. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service plans to invest up to $700 million for new enrollments and contract extensions in fiscal year 2019. The 2018 Farm Bill made several changes to this critical conservation program, which helps agricultural producers take the conservation activities on their farm or ranch to the next level. “CS...

  • USDA announces higher coverage for Noninsured Crop Coverage Policies

    Updated Apr 10, 2019

    From USDA Farm Service Agency USDA’s Farm Service Agency announced that higher levels of coverage will be offered through the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program, or NAP, a popular safety net program, beginning Monday. The 2018 Farm Bill also increased service fees and made other changes to the program, including service fee waivers for qualified military veterans interested in obtaining NAP coverage. “When other insurance coverage is not an option, NAP is a valuable risk mitigation tool for farmers and ran...