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  • A look at Alzheimer's research among free September webinars

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Press release The latest advances in research to find a cure for Alzheimer’s disease will be the subject of a free, live webinar offered by the Alzheimer’s Association during September. It is one of a series of webinars that will be offered throughout the month for Alzheimer’s caregivers and those who wish to learn more about the disease. The Alzheimer’s Association provides a wide range of programs and services to the nearly 6 million people in the United States living with Alzheimer’s disease, including 22,000 in Montana a...

  • Bullock discusses school re-openings, sports and flu season in press conference

    Patrick Johnston|Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Gov. Steve Bullock discussed the re-opening of schools, and of extra-curricular activities at a press conference Thursday afternoon in which he encouraged people to continue listening to local public health and taking collective responsibility for keeping others safe from novel coronavirus 2019. “I know that these first days of school are much different from last year. But I also know that Montana’s kids and teachers are remarkable. And over the past six months, they’ve become even more resilient, adaptable and commi...

  • Havre Eagles Manor renovations mostly complete

    Patrick Johnston|Updated Aug 28, 2020

    The Havre Eagles Manor has seen great progress on renovations that have been going on since Spring of 2019, with new flooring, upgrades to existing rooms and new furniture being added to the facility. The Manor suffered flood damage in early 2019 and many of the renovations have been in response to the event, which Eagles Manor Co-Manager Monie Wipp said required extensive work. "With the flood damage we had to take walls down, we had to take ceilings down, the carpet were...

  • Charter laying new cable for services available in 2021

    Rachel Jamieson|Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Charter Communication is placing fiber optic cables around Havre and other Hi-Line communities. Charter Communications Senior Director Bret Picciolo said physical construction for this project has been underway for several months. "We are currently performing network upgrades in the area that will allow us to deliver the full suite of Spectrum Internet, TV, Voice and Mobile products to several Hi-Line communities," he said. Charter plans to launch these services in early...

  • The total number of cases of COVID-19 in Montana on the state map after today's 10 a.m. update was 7,063 with 134 new cases.

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    The number of hospitalizations, including people hospitalized before being tested, was 417 with 121 active hospitalizations. The number of tests completed was 242,875 with 2,216 new tests listed this morning. The number of deaths was 100. The number of recoveries was 5,172 and the number of active cases was 1,791. The new cases by county were in: Hill: 4 new cases, 80 total, 32 active, 46 recovered, 2 deaths Liberty: No new cases, 5 total, 4 active, 1 recovered Blaine: No new cases, 15 total, 1 active, 14 recovered Chouteau:...

  • Celebrating History: crime and politics

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    By Emily Mayer A.B. Livermore, the escaped prisoner from last week’s column, had been apprehended but had very interesting news to share, which was published in the Aug. 12, 1920, edition of The Hill County Democrat: LIVERMORE SAFE IN PEN. Sheriff Matt McLain has safely landed A. B. Livermore, who broke jail here and was recaptured in Canada, in the state penitentiary at Deer Lodge, where he will serve a term of from 10 to 20 years on conviction for grand larceny. After being taken to Deer Lodge, Livermore confessed that i...

  • View from the North 40: It's about words, all the way down

    Pam Burke|Updated Aug 28, 2020

    I stumbled across an old bookmark on my web browser to a 2014 article about 69 words and phrases General Motors executives told employees not to use in descriptions of GM automobiles, which were experiencing undisclosed problems due to a faulty ignition switch which ended up causing vehicle crashes for more than a decade – serious crashes, causing life-threatening and permanent injuries and even deaths. Corporate scandal, a language ban that includes the words “always,” “chao...

  • Letter to the editor - Festival Days Parade canceled, activities still planned

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Festival Days is a time-honored tradition since 1980. The Havre Area Chamber of Commerce was excited to celebrate our 40th parade through beautiful Havre. However, we are sad to announce that the 2020 Havre Festival Days Parade has been canceled due to coronavirus concerns and restrictions. The decision was made in conjunction with the Hill County Health Department that the state would not be in Phase 3 in the coming weeks. The health and well-being of our parade participants and guests, as well as that of our volunteer...

  • Letter to the Editor - United Way crab boil canceled, help still needed

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Did you know that in one year, donations to United Way of Hill County touched more than 45,300 lives in our community? Thank you for your support and kindness, as we continue to live united together. United Way supports non-profit funded partners that strive to serve those in need in Hill County by providing services and support through education, health care, and financial guidance. Due to the pandemic and safety protocols still in place we have made the difficult decision to cancel our Annual Crab Boil Fundraiser. The Crab...

  • Library book sale canceled but services still available

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    As September and cooler weather (hopefully) near, we at the Havre-Hill County Library would usually be preparing for the Friends of the Library Book Sale. This year the Friends have made the difficult decision to cancel the book sale for the safety of the community. The book sale will be rescheduled when it is safe to do so. In the meantime, we appreciate your continued patronage of the Library during these difficult and uncertain times. As a reminder, here are the steps we are taking to keep the library a safe place for ever...

  • For the Record, Aug. 28, 2020

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Havre Police Department A caller at Ninth Street and Third Avenue reported a two-vehicle crash at 7:19 a.m. Thursday. -- A pink, white and blue bicycle was reported Thursday at 1:29 p.m. found at Pepin Park on Seventh Avenue. -- A two-vehicle crash with one person injured was reported on Fifth Avenue at 2:11 p.m. Thursday. Hill County Sheriff's Office Thursday at 12:41 p.m., a caller at the hospital reported an accidental gun shot injury on River Road. -- Jeremy Clement Larsen...

  • From the Courts - State District Court: Man resentenced in embezzlement case, another sentencing reset

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Joshua Glen Reid had his suspended sentence in a theft case revoked and was sentenced to prison. Sentencing in another case of theft by forgery has been postponed while prosecution and Reid’s defense present arguments about his being designated a persistent felony offender. Reid was charged in 2016 with a felony count of theft by embezzlement by common scheme when he was accused of using a charge card of a business he worked for to make purchases which he then pawned. The total was $3,831.76. He pleaded guilty in May 2017 a...

  • Agenda - Hill County Commission weekly calendar

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    It is mandatory for everyone ages 5 and older to wear a mask or face covering if attending meetings with no exceptions Monday 1:30 p.m. — Building manager meeting Tuesday 10:30 a.m. — County Road Department meeting 1:30 p.m. — Public hearing for Hill County detention facility communication system upgrades, Commissioner’s Office Wednesday 1:30 p.m. — Prevention specialist meeting Thursday 10:00 a.m. — Weekly business meeting Manual claims Employment review Resolutions Tax adjustments County permit approval Subdivision...

  • Senior Center News, Aug. 28, 2020

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    North Central Senior Center, Aug. 31-Sept. 4 Menu by Earlene DeWinter Subject to Change Monday — Pulled-pork sandwich, coleslaw, corn on the cob, applesauce bars Tuesday — Oven-baked chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, carrots, rolls, cake Wednesday — Salisbury steak, hash browns and gravy, peas, fruit Thursday — Pepperoni pasta bake, salad, bread sticks, dessert Friday — Soup, chef’s choice, dessert The Senior Center’s doors are still closed to the public. We are providing limited services. Help is being given over the phon...

  • Let the games begin: Area fall sports underway

    Aarron Thompson and George Ferguson|Updated Aug 28, 2020

    After a rollercoaster of emotions and uncertainty about the 2020 fall football season along the Hi-Line due to COVID-19, the fall season was given the green light to go forward. With many of the Class C schools heading back to school at full-capacity, the 8-man and 6-man football teams will look to go at their season in that way, too. With that, Class C teams along the Hi-Line will be competing tonight and Saturday in their season-openers. The first weekend of football for the...

  • Crisis help and support numbers listed

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    During the COVID-19 pandemic and the isolation and stress caused by it, many people are looking for resources for themselves and others who need support. Following are a list of some numbers people can call for help and support. • Montana Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 • Tumbleweed Runaway and Family Crisis Program: 406-259-2558 and toll free 1-888-816-4702 • Friendship Line by Institute on Aging is both a crisis intervention hotline and a warm-li...

  • Hill County Courthouse elevator out of order

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Havre Daily News staff The Hill County Commission announced that the elevator at the Hill County Courthouse is not functioning properly. If people need accommodations to get services they can call the office they need from the lower floor and the county staff members will provide a way to help them....

  • Frontier Preview: Great Running Backs

    George Ferguson|Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Even though offensive coordinators in the league have adjusted to modern football, namely, spread offenses, the Frontier Conference has always been, and will always be a league where running backs flourish. Year-after-year, the running game is the center piece of any Frontier offense, and last season, when the College of Idaho won the league title, it was no different. And when the postponed 2020 season resumes in the spring/winter of 2021, running backs and ground games...

  • Hello, God. It's me, Mara.

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    You know, Lord, sitting by the window full of sunshine with the address and birthday book open, one can't help but remember, that You are in command with both life and death. So, as time has passed, it is time to change a few lines in these books, so with pencil in hand, we give retirement center addresses to a couple dear friends and an auntie, now all in their declining years. Our mobile society sees church family and our own family moving, one place or another, all due to...

  • Roping Religion: Don't be afraid

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Many of the ideas and scriptures for this article are from the devotional “God Wants You To Win!” by world champion calf roper Jeff Copenhaver. Psalm 34:4 “I sought the Lord, and He answered me; He delivered me from all my fears.” Some people are afraid to fail and others are afraid to succeed. Perhaps you have experienced both fears at some time in your life. The student who knows the answers to the teacher’s questions may be looked down on by classmates if he gives too many correct answers. The student who needs to pass a...

  • Out Our Way: Prairie jellyfish - Psalm 73

    Updated Aug 28, 2020

    Out our way, there are various predators to face. Doc and I have run into coyotes, snakes, and even mountain lions. But the "prairie jellyfish" frightened ole Doc more than any of them when he first met up with one. What is a "prairie jellyfish?" It is one of those plastic bags from the grocery store that escaped the trash can and is blown across the prairie, flapping loudly in the wind and racing along the ground. To a horse unused to the sight and sound, it is downright...