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The 1st Annual Graduation Matters 5K Fun Run/Walk, sponsored by Havre High School's Partners Advocating for Student Success team is set for Saturday. The run will begin at 9 a.m. in the north parking lot of Havre High. Karla Coy, Havre High Counselor and PASS adviser, said registration is $10 to participate, or $20 to participate and receive a t-shirt. "Our goal is to look at the dropout rate in our school and what students can do to help change that statistic," she said. "We...
Plain Green LLC, an online loan company owned by the Chippewa Cree Tribe, had a class action lawsuit filed against it in Vermont federal court Wednesday. The lawsuit was filed by two Vermont residents over the company’s high interest rates and alleged illegal practices. Jessica Gingras and Angela Given have taken out multiple loans from the company and allege that Plain Green has misrepresented its loans. “Plain Green, its officers and directors have not been served with a complaint and can not respond to media inquiries at...
The Montana Wilderness Association, Island Range Chapter, kicks off the 2015 Wilderness Walks program in Havre on Tuesday, May 19, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Triple Dog Brewing Co., 651 1st St. West. Outdoor enthusiasts will have an opportunity to pick up a free copy of MWA's 2015 Wilderness Walks book. Snacks will be provided along with a chance to win a door prize. A presentation by local hike leaders will feature hikes in the Havre area. In addition, Josh Chase, an archeologist w...
Press release Jim Faber of Havre has won the 2015 Adult Volunteer of the Year Award from the Montana Health Care Association. This award is given out yearly to a volunteer who personifies the commitment to provide leadership and empowerment to a long-term care facility in Montana. "Jim Faber was nominated by the Northern Montana Care Center as Volunteer of the Year because of the amazing longevity and quality of Jim's commitment to the betterment of our facility," said...
by Emily Mayer Like last week, news of buildings in Hill County could be found throughout the newspapers 100 years ago. On the front page of The Havre Plaindealer’s May 15 issue, there was this announcement regarding the Courthouse: THREE SEPARATE BIDS ON COURTHOUSE WORK Three bids for courthouse work will be considered by the Hill county commissioners on May 24th, one for construction, one for plumbing, and one for electric wiring of the county structure. Many contracting firms have had representatives in the city to look o...
Laurel — Havre is once again coming to the aid of someone in need. Rick Neuwerth, the owner of Grateful Bread in the Atrium Mall, has been beset with health problems. He’s on the rebound, but he has lots of medical bills to pay. People have been donating to help him get a handle on the bills, so he can keep his store open. Best of luck, Rick. Dart — The American Petroleum Institute is challenging in court new federal regulations designed to reduce the chance of explosions in train cars carrying oil. There have been far too m...
I haven’t written about the house project lately and, while I feel a little bad about that, I have to say it’s because I’m a little shy about expressing my deep feelings this early in the relationship the house and I are building. After some of the initial anxiety, about whether or not the house and I might be a good fit and the struggles we had to get something going, we have been getting to know one another better — I don’t mean “better” better, just better. I’m not that...
Havre Police Department Officers investigated a report from an 11th Street West business Thursday at 9:32 a.m. concerning theft. The calling party reported a gas drive-off by a white Pontiac Grand Am with a broken back window. —— Joshua James Arkinson, 30, of Havre was arrested Thursday at 11:43 a.m. on charges of criminal contempt and disorderly conduct after a 10th Avenue caller reported there was a male laying on the ground. —— Officers were called to assist a citizen Thursday at 1:09 p.m. on 5th Street. No further...
Havre City Council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at city hall: The agenda: Call to order Pledge of Allegiance Roll call Minutes Committee reports Public hearings: Wastewater rate increase Public comments on regular agenda items only, For Items not on this agenda, public comment will be taken at the end of the agenda. Comments offered here are limited to one minute. Regular agenda 1. Resolution 3702 — A resolution of the City Council of the City of Havre to reflect a rate increase for wastewater (Sewer) service for the City of H...
David Johnke has been the band teacher at Havre High School since the fall semester of 2005 and has developed the program to the successful and entertaining scene it is today. Johnke was recently named 2015 Havre Public Schools Teacher of the Year for his work with his students and the program. He has proved himself a valuable asset to the school district. However, Johnke did always plan to because a teacher. "Actually, originally, I was not intending on becoming a teacher at...
Monday 10 a.m. — Building meeting, Anez 11 a.m. — Fair Board 1:30 p.m. — Audit exit meeting, Anderson Zurmuehlen Tuesday 10:30 a.m. — Road Supervisor, Otto 1:30 p.m. — Health Department, Larson 5:30 p.m. — Fair Board Wednesday 9 a.m. — Ripper demonstration in Fort Benton 11 a.m. — U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke, R-Mont., Mike Waite Thursday 10 a.m. — County officials meeting 11 a.m. – Business meeting: manual claims; employment review; resolutions; tax adjustments; county permit approval; subdivision/survey approval; time for co...
By Francine Brady A book that has no raunchy sex or foul language and is enjoyable and was a best seller, “Big Stone Gap” by Adriana Trigiani is a charming novel that takes the reader into the danger and oppressiveness of the coal mines in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia and presents a likeable sympathetic heroine. Brimming with humor and wise notions of a small town life, Big Stone Gap is home to Ave Maria Mulligan, a 35-year-old spinster pharmacist who lives a comfortable life surrounded by good friends. She is the...
Press release Eleven students at Rocky Junior-Senior High School have received GEAR UP Pathways Scholarships in the amount of $23,100. The recipients are Tristen Belgarde, Lauren Four Colors, Kiona Gardipee-Cantrell, Elijah "Bubby" McNab-Gopher, Amanda Gopher, Ariana Gopher, Isiah Murie, Rose Ann Saddler, Savannah Stump, Thalia Vazquez and Allison Windyboy. These students had to complete a project of their choice to receive the scholarship. The scholarship may be used at any...
Press release Northern Montana Care Center is one of two nursing homes in the nation to offer portable vibroacoustic harp therapy for their residents. The use of this innovative therapy has earned the care center the 2015 Montana Health Care Association Innovative Care Award. Vibroacoustic harp therapy is performed by delivering amplified live harp music through a sound table, chair or pad, the same device as is used for vibroacoustic therapy using recorded frequencies. Havre...
Megan Obrecht of Havre is among more than 125 students from Concordia College, Moorhead, Minn., studying in Summer School Abroad Programs, Megan, daughter of Todd and Sherry Obrecht, is taking part in “At the Crossroads of Cultures and Peoples: Global Studies and Religion” in South Africa, Amsterdam and London. The program will also include a safari in Pilanesberg National Park.The programs are designed to enhance learning, and include on-campus courses and an off-campus travel seminar led by Concordia fac...
Sometimes colleges provide the Havre Daily News with information on local graduates. Sometimes they don’t. To make sure people know about your good news,, send information on college grads to [email protected] with information on the graduate....
Brooke M. Jappe, a Havre High School graduate, graduated summa cum laude from University of Great Falls, on May 9. She majored in forensic science and chemistry, with a minor in criminal justice. She is the daughter of Marty and Carol Jappe. Her grandparents are Marj and Larry Jappe of Havre....
Jordan Spicher of Hingham graduated May 10 with honors from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. She completed the requirements to receive a Bachelor of Arts summa cum laude, grade point average of 3.90 or higher. Spicher will teach music at Great Falls High School with choral director Patrick Ryan in the fall. Spicher is a 2011 graduate of North Star High School and is the daughter of Robert and Jackie Spicher of Hingham....
North Central Senior Center, May 18 to May 22 Monday — Transportation from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, except for medical, people have to call in early to make arrangements; Painting at 1 p.m. Tuesday — Transportation from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, except for medical, people have to call in early to make arrangements; bingo at 1:15 p.m. Wednesday — Transportation from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, except for medical, people have to call in early to make arrangements; TOPS at 8 a.m.; cards at 1 p.m. Thursday — Transportation from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m, except...
Seeing 'The Beauty of Hill County' at Artitudes...
Out our way, Goliath has managed to attract a number of fans over the years. We've heard from folks in Canada, California, Georgia, and just recently in Florida. One of his fans, who lives in Arizona and used to think I was cute many years ago, sent us a great little piece from the internet called "The Parable of the Pickle Jar." I shared it with my folks at the Presbyterian last week and now Goliath thought I should share it with you as well. (That old hay burner, always...
The Rev. Joshua W. Seymour As human beings we have an intrinsic ability to find ourselves more important than fact would conclude we are. Ever masterful in our portrayal of our achievements, successes and state of being, bent on the increase of us at the expense of others. Within every one of us who would choose the way and the truth and the life (John 14:6), is a desire to see self elevated. It is no small thing, to set out to be the greatest of anything. Though seeking to be the greatest was what the disciples wanted as...
The 2015 season has been one of growth for the Havre High track teams. Both the boys and girls teams have made tremendous strides under head coach John Ita, but with the Central A divisional meet now upon us, it's time for the Blue Ponies to take the next step in their development. To do that, both the HHS girls and boys track teams will travel to Belgrade to compete in the divisional meet, where the Ponies will face off against Central A rivals Belgrade, Lewistown,...
Since the start of the 2015 season, the goal of the Havre High softball team has been to get back to the Class A state tournament. And now, after a long wait, the Blue Ponies will finally have the opportunity to punch their ticket. The Central A divisional tournament will be held in Lewistown starting today and concluding Saturday. The top three teams will earn a trip to the state tournament which is May 21-23 in Anaconda. The Ponies will open the tournament today at 1 p.m.,...
Lights Football Camp New MSU-Northern head football coach Aaron Christensen will be holding a three-day youth camp June 8-10. The camp is open to grades K-8 and will run from 9 to 11 a.m. each day at the MSU-N practice fields. The camp is a noncontact camp and campers will receive a T-shirt. Cost for the camp is $60. To register, visit www.msun.edu/athletics. Bear Paw Wrestling Camp Once again, Havre High head wrestling coach Scott Filius is hosting his annual Bear Paw Youth Wrestling Camp. The camp is held at Camp Kiwanis...
