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At their weekly business meeting Thursday the Hill County Commission passed a resolution authorizing the Montana Association of Counties to intervene on their behalf in ongoing litigation between the state and counties regarding state education levies. Gov. Greg Gianforte’s Department of Revenue recently directed the counties to collect the full 95 mills of the state’s school equalization levy, which supports schools in lower income areas, but counties across the state, including Hill County, bucked the governor, ins...
by Emily Mayer Fifty years ago, on a beautiful autumn October afternoon, hundreds of local women gathered at the Armory Gymnasium on then Northern Montana College's campus to attend the 1973 Food Fair and Fashion Festival. This event was organized by the many homemaker extension clubs in Hill, Blaine, Chouteau and Phillips counties, local merchants in those communities, KOJM radio station, the Havre Chamber of Commerce, and others. The purpose of the event was to share...
Press release The Hi-Line Curling Club announced the commencement of the upcoming curling season with two free open curl sessions. "We are delighted to invite the community to our open curl sessions," Hi-Line Curling Club President Carl Little said. "Curling is a sport that promotes teamwork, sportsmanship, and a sense of community. We welcome everyone to come and try it out, regardless of their experience level. It's a chance to have fun, stay active, keep the winter blues...
Monday 1:30 p.m. — Building manager meeting in the Commission Office 3:30 p.m. — Council on Aging Director Meeting in the Commission Office Tuesday 10 a.m. — Swearing-in of Kelly Beaudry in the Commission Office for the tourism board 10:30 a.m. — Road department meeting in the Commission Office 2 p.m. — Hill County North Havre meeting via Microsoft Teams in the Commission Office 2 p.m. — Sheriff’s union negotiation closed-door meeting in the Hill County Attorney Conference Room 3:30 p.m. — Beaver Creek Park Beaver Lodge and A...
Havre Police Department A call from Adult Protective Services Thursday at 1:14 p.m. was referred to Chinook police. -- A two-vehicle crash was reported at First Avenue and First Street at 2:26 p.m. Thursday. -- Officers responded to a 3:56 p.m. Thursday call about a disturbance on Fourth Street. -- Kurt Allan Eagleman of Havre, 43, was issued a summons on eight Justice or City court warrants Thursday at 4:35 p.m. at Hill County Detention Center. -- A two-vehicle crash was...
Isaiah 30:21 - "And whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears shall hear a Voice behind you saying, 'This is the way! Walk in it!'" Out our way there are few things more fascinating to me than the skills of a good cutting horse. I have attended rodeos, horse shows and even a few brandings where the amazing feats of a quality cutting horse have been demonstrated - and I am impressed. As you know, the cutting horse approaches a herd, a cow or calf is selected, and...
(Read the Book of Jonah) Sin runs rampant in society - daily headlines and overflowing prisons bear dramatic witness to that fact. With child abuse, pornography, serial killers, mass shooters, terrorism, hate groups, racial hatred, extremist groups, corrupt elected leadership, poor leadership, anarchy, and ruthless dictatorships, you add to the list, the world seems to be filled to overflowing with violence, hatred and corruption. Reading, hearing and perhaps even...
You know, Lord, we all know we're born to die, but when that happens to our family, friends or loved ones, sometimes it just takes us by surprise. Just heard that an elderly mom slipped away. Some families were near, others were not yet able to get there. We/they know that You, Lord, will come again, but not to deal with our sins. We also know that all that happens to us is working for our good if we love the Lord and are fitting into His plans. Later, friends chatted about...
North Central Senior Center Oct. 23-27 Menu Monday, Oct. 23 — Hot dogs, mac and cheese, corn, dessert Tuesday, Oct. 24 — Hot turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes with gravy, veggies Wednesday, Oct. 25 — Pork roast over noodles, peas, fruit Thursday, Oct. 26 — Tater tot casserole, dessert Friday, Oct. 27 — Soup, chef’s choice, dessert News from our gift shop: Thank you to those who have donated items to the gift shop. Donations help make it an interesting place to shop. New items are added often. Yarn donations are needed agai...
By: Patrick Johnston A brush fire east of Big Sandy is sending plumes of smoke into the air, but details remain scarce for now. The Chouteau County Sheriff’s Department reports that the fire is between mile markers 76 and 77 on Judith Landing Road east of Big Sandy. The department reports that Big Sandy Volunteer Fire Volunteer Fire Department and Loma Rural Volunteer Fire Department are on scene now, but there is no other available information. Watch for updates here....
A meeting of the Hill County Board of Health became contentious Wednesday as Hill County Public Health Director Kim Berg, also the county's health officer, repeated her request that the Hill County sanitarian be brought back under the Hill County Health Department, a request that received significant resistance. Berg said the duties of the Hill County sanitarian - a position now filled part-time by Clay Vincent, who has been retired as the county full-time sanitarian and...
At a meeting of Hill County officials Wednesday morning, Hill County Commissioner Mark Peterson asked that department heads hear and pass on a number of reminders to their employees regarding following county policy. Peterson said he wanted to remind everyone to be respectful in their dealings with those in and outside of their departments, and that the county relies on proper communication to function. “We have some issues within departments of not wanting to communicate very well,” he said. He also said he’s heard about...
Press release Montana State University-Northern will kick off its fall 2023 Brown Bag Lecture Series with a presentation by Associate Professor of English Valerie Guyant, Ph.D. The event will be held Wednesday, Oct. 25, from noon to 1 p.m. in Hensler Auditorium in the Applied Technology Center, and it is open to the public. The presentation is titled "Vampires & Other Blood Drinkers: Take a Bite Out of Literary History Across Time and Cultures." If someone says the word...
Havre Police Department A Wednesday 9:08 a.m. request for a welfare check on family members in Havre was referred to Child Protective Services. -- A stolen wallet was reported at the police station at 10:23 a.m. Wednesday. -- A vehicle crash was reported on 11th Street West Wednesday at 11:33 a.m. -- A theft was reported Wednesday at 12:01 p.m. on Fifth Avenue. -- Jasmin Rose Laforge of Havre, 28, was issued a summons on a theft charge after a Wednesday 12:27 p.m. caller at a...
Fall on the University of Montana campus is always a special time - the leaves are turning, and the students' excitement for the new year and achieving their academic and career goals brings a positive energy. This year is particularly special because we welcomed our inaugural class of Cybersecurity Majors to the UM College of Business. Cybersecurity is a rapidly growing field. In Montana, over 700 cyber workforce positions are unfilled, and nationally, we expect 33% job...
For the first time United Way of Hill County is offering individual tickets to the public for its 8th Annual Crab Boil Saturday, its biggest yearly fundraiser. United Way of Hill County Executive Director Danielle Golie said they only have a handful of tickets left for the event and it always fills up, and tickets will not be available at the door Saturday. Normally, Golie said, they fill the event through the purchase of table tickets and their event sponsors, but things will be a bit different this time. She said this is...
The Great Northern Fair Board approved work to replace the roof on their commercial buildings at its monthly meeting Tuesday evening where members also discussed a host of upcoming events. Board Vice Chair Bob Kaul said their commercial building roofs are starting to see a bit of wear and tear and they are hoping to have them replaced before winter to prevent any issues during the months of difficult weather the area is likely to get. A second set of new bathrooms have also...
The FBI Havre office is seeking information regarding a former local resident who has been charged in federal court in Billings with multiple counts relating to allegations of child sexual abuse. A release from the U.S. Attorney for the District of Montana said James Kirby King, 57, a former resident of Hays, has been indicted on multiple counts. He has been charged with • Aggravated sexual abuse of a child, three counts. • Incest, four counts. • Sexual exploitation of child...
Havre Police Department A Tuesday 8:38 a.m. caller reported packages stolen from front door step on Lincoln Avenue. -- A written or verbal warning was issued after a man and a woman were reported fighting on Fourth Avenue at 12:28 p.m. Tuesday. -- A caller at a First Street business asked at 4:48 p.m. and 4:51 p.m. Tuesday to speak with an officer about a theft, forgery or fraud. -- Ryan Moses St. Pierre of Box Elder, 21, was arrested on a charge of trespass to property after...
Havre City-County Airport Board will meet at Havre City Hall at 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023. The meeting agenda is: 1. Approval of DATE minutes 2. Correspondence 3. Reports (A) Manager (B) Inspection (C) Finance (D) Engineer 4. Public comments 5. Unfinished business (A) Painting Big Hangar (B) Airport Affected Area (AAA) 6. New business 7. Approval of October claims...
Press release The Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center announced their 16th class of inductions into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame, including legacy inductee Clarence Cuts the Rope of Hays and living inductee Leon Lasalle of Laredo. The inductees were chosen from a field of candidates nominated by the general public. Inductees are honored for their notable contributions to the history and culture of Montana. "The Hall of Fame exists to honor those who...
A world-renowned pianist is returning to Chester to play a benefit concert for his hometown Sunday, Oct. 22. Patty DeVries, president of the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce, said she can remember when Phil Aaberg, a famous native son of Chester, returned home. "I can still hear the freight train whistle on that particular day in July," DeVries said. "It was a sweltering day outside and inside Chester Public School's Auditorium. The doors were propped open and Chester...
