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  • For the Record, April 28, 2023

    Updated Apr 28, 2023

    Havre Police Department A caller from Fifth Street at 8:15 a.m. Thursday reported someone had broken their windshield. -- Officers issued a written or verbal warning after a caller from 11th Street and Fifth Avenue reported at 8:27 a.m. Thursday a German shepherd was sitting in the road with a broken back leg. -- A caller from the 200 Block of Montana Avenue reported finding a bicycle. -- Officers issued a written or verbal warning after a caller from a business on the 1100...

  • Out Our Way: No time clocks on Tiger Ridge

    Updated Apr 28, 2023

    Ephesian 6: 13 " Put on the whale armor of God, so when the day of evil comes you will stand, and having stood it all, remain standing." Out our way, there are no time clocks or union stewards up on the Tiger Ridge When Charlie and I drive through the lower pasture gate, unload Doc and Jet and saddle up, we don't worry about watching the clock. We simply plan to do whatever it takes for however long it takes. Some days the fence is secure and needs no repairs. Some days there...

  • Pastor's Corner: Blue Sunday and the Good Shepherd

    Updated Apr 28, 2023

    The fourth Sunday of the Easter season is always Good Shepherd Sunday. Some years, this church commemoration is the same day as Blue Sunday, when churches around the country and around the world pray for the safety and protection of children who are in abusive situations. It's a day when we give thanks for the many organizations and individuals who dedicate themselves to alleviating the suffering of children. The organizers write: "April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. It...

  • Hello, God. It's me, Mara.

    Updated Apr 28, 2023

    You know, Lord, sometimes we need to stop and take a breath - like, whoa, May is almost upon us - Wow! What do we expect with May? Well, a friend decided to share some thoughts about May - like about how their wild crabapple blossoms are about to open, they already know that they will be so lovely! That is enough joy for any month. The wealth of aroma drenches the air. Before the blooms come, one anticipates their color, their perfume, their wild-wood wonder. When the...

  • Senior Center News, April 28, 2023

    Updated Apr 28, 2023

    North Central Senior Center MAY 1-5 Menu Monday, May 1 — Eggs Benedict, hash browns, fruit Tuesday May 2 — Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, veggies, dessert Wednesday, May 3 — Spaghetti, garlic toast, salad, dessert Thursday, May 4 — Baked chicken, baked potatoes, veggies, cake Friday, May 5 — Soup, chef’s choice, dessert News from our gift shop: Hot specials! Any item that hangs on the wall and is marked “Make an Offer.” These include pictures, frames, wall hangings and decorations. Beautiful clear glass serving d...

  • Montana Actors' Theatre performs 'August: Osage County'

    Christy Bambrough|Updated Apr 27, 2023

    Montana Actors' Theatre is about to open a spring production with a show described as a tragicomedy about a family who puts the "fun" in dysfunctional. MAT's production of "August: Osage County" opens Friday in the Little Theatre in Montana State University-Northern's Cowan Hall. MAT Artistic Director Grant Olson, the director of the production, said the story is deep and intense. It contains a mysterious disappearance, three sisters full of secrets, and some dark comedy. The...

  • Hill County Board of Health meets

    Patrick Johnston|Updated Apr 27, 2023

    The Hill County Health Board at its quarterly meeting Wednesday discussed recent developments at the local and state level and how they are affecting local public health. Hill County Public Health Director Kim Berg, who is also the county’s health officer, said the wage for the Hill County Sanitarian position has been raised and looks like it will be put back under the health department. Berg said she’s hoping the increase in the wage will draw in applicants. She said Clay Vincent, the county’s current sanitarian, who has b...

  • For the Record, April 27, 2023

    Updated Apr 27, 2023

    Havre Police Department A caller at St. Jude's Catholic School reported at 9:34 a.m. Wednesday that a break-in had occurred during the night. -- Gabriel Evan Jordan of Havre, 25, was issued a summons on a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia after officers were asked Wednesday at 10:25 a.m. to assist probation and parole on Third Avenue. -- A caller with the Child Abuse Hotline made a report to Havre police Wednesday at 2:07 p.m. -- A protection order violation was...

  • Hill County Sheriff's Office gets new equipment

    Patrick Johnston|Updated Apr 26, 2023

    The Hill County Commission approved the purchase of a new inkless iTouch Biometrics fingerprint scanner for the Hill County Sheriff’s Office at a meeting Tuesday. Hill County Sheriff Jamie Ross said his department is part of the U.S. Marshals Sexual and Violent Offenders Task Force, meaning they help enforce compliance of laws that require said offenders to register, which would be the primary use of the scanner. Ross said the scanner can also be for general use, helping anyone register for other things that require a f...

  • Quick pics: Returning north in the snow

    Updated Apr 26, 2023

  • Agenda - Havre-Hill County Library

    Updated Apr 26, 2023

    Havre-Hill County Library will meet at the library at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 27. The meeting agenda is: Minutes Sign monthly budget Watch short takes for trustees (Working with Friends) Library director’s report Old business • Strategic planning • Discuss homework assignment • Review feedback from library staff • Community input • Who do we want input from? • What do we want to ask? • Form a committee? • Staff recognition New business • Montana Library Association conference April 11-15 • FY2024 budget proposal, due May 5 P...

  • For the Record, April 26, 2023

    Updated Apr 26, 2023

    Havre Police Department Officers were asked Tuesday at 12:29 p.m. to provide assistance at Havre High School. -- A possible sex offense was reported in the Havre area Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. -- A written or verbal warning was issued after an injured dog was found Tuesday at 3:23 p.m. running loose on 11th Avenue. -- A written or verbal warning was issued after a 12th Avenue caller reported someone was driving an ATV erratically at 3:32 p.m. Tuesday. -- Raymond William Campbell...

  • Tester introduces bipartisan legislation to keep college costs low for ag producer, small business families

    Updated Apr 26, 2023

    This was released by the office of Sen. Jon Tester Continuing his efforts to lower costs for Montanans and bolster education opportunities for rural communities, U.S. Sen. Jon Tester introduced bipartisan legislation to make sure farm families aren’t paying higher costs to send their kids to college. Tester’s Family Farm and Small Business Exemption Act would restore the exemptions for family farm land and small businesses from being declared as an asset on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, saving the childre...

  • Registration open for 406 Grazing Academy hosted by Montana State University and partners

    Updated Apr 26, 2023

    MSU News Service BOZEMAN - Registration is open now through May 15 for the three-day 406 Grazing Academy workshop to be held June 6-8 in southwestern Montana. Montana State University and the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation will host the workshop, which is aimed at ranchers seeking to hone their grazing management skills and learn new strategies. Classroom activities will take place at the Forge Hotel in Anaconda, with field activities held on working...

  • Havre school calendar on Thursday agenda

    Patrick Johnston|Updated Apr 25, 2023

    Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Havre Middle School the Havre Public Schools Board of Trustees is set to yet again discuss, and possibly vote for, the coming year’s calendar, including the possibility of moving to a four-day week. Teachers in the district have been pushing the district for more than a year to go to a four-day week with extended class periods, saying it will significantly improve their quality of life, quality of work and the schools as a whole. A staff survey conducted last year showed over 90 percent support for m...

  • Quick pics: Standing in the warmth

    Updated Apr 25, 2023

  • Hill County roads still closed from flooding

    Patrick Johnston|Updated Apr 25, 2023

    While flooding seems to have subsided on parts of the Hi-Line, a number of roads remain difficult to traverse and local road departments are working to address the issues. While Lodge Creek has been flooding in certain areas, waters in Hill County at large were either receding or staying within safe levels as of last week. On Monday Hill County DES Coordinator Amanda Frickel said water levels in the East Fork have risen since last week but are still at safe levels, but it looks like snow and ice in the Bear Paw Mountains is...

  • For the Record, April 25, 2023

    Updated Apr 25, 2023

    Havre Police Department A Monday 10:42 a.m. caller at a First Street West business reported a break-in over the weekend. -- A man was reported assaulted at work at 13th Avenue and Fifth Street Monday at 12:18 p.m. -- Scott Earl Smith of Havre, 42, was arrested on a Justice or City court warrant and a state District Court warrant served at the police station Monday at 1:25 p.m. -- A shoplifter was reported at a First Street business Monday at 3:56 p.m. -- A summons was issued...

  • FBI issues wanted poster on Hicks

    Updated Apr 25, 2023

    The FBI has issued a wanted poster for a woman on its most-wanted list for charges stemming from a robbery and assault near Lodge Pole in 2021. Nicole Lynn Hicks, 38, is charged with robbery, assault with the intent to commit a felony and intimidation. The information from the FBI says Hicks is white, 5 foot 10 inches tall, 115 to 130 pounds, has brown hair and brown eyes and multiple tattoos. People with any information are asked to contact the FBI in Salt Lake City at...

  • Agenda - Havre Public Schools Board of Trustees

    Updated Apr 25, 2023

    The Havre Public Schools Board of Trustees will meet Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Havre Middle School. The agenda for the meeting is: A. Call to order 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll call 3. Welcome to visitors 4. Agenda deletions or corrections, and additions allowed by policy, if any B. Old business C. New business 1. Personnel 2. Consideration of Havre Education Foundation memorandum of understanding 3. Consideration of boys swimming co-op renewal with Chinook for 2023-26, to run three years consecutively 4. Consideration...

  • Waters recede in Hill County as breezy week arrives

    Patrick Johnston|Updated Apr 24, 2023

    Local water bodies seem to be remaining at safe levels in Hill County despite ongoing flooding and the damage that comes with it, with no major precipitation expected this week. Hill County joined many of its neighbors in the region in declaring and emergency last week due to flooding conditions but, as of Friday of last week, most of the local water bodies seem to be at manageable levels. Hill County DES Coordinator Amanda Frickel said Friday afternoon that Big Sandy Creek is cresting but the level is not at an emergency...

  • Quick pics: Cleaning up the town on Earth Day

    Updated Apr 24, 2023

  • Quick pics: Filling The Dome for walleye

    Updated Apr 24, 2023

  • Agenda - Hill County Board of Health

    Updated Apr 24, 2023

    Hill County Board of Health will hold its quarterly meeting Wednesday, April 26, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Hill County Courthouse Annex meeting room in the Courthouse Annex at 302 Fourth Ave. The meeting agenda is: Call to order Roll call Approval of meeting minutes from Feb. 1, 2023 Agenda corrections, additions or deletions Items of old business: • Status update: Interlocal Agreement with City of Havre and Hill County (restructure of County Health Board and By-Laws will come after Interlocal Agreement c...

  • For the Record, April 24, 2023

    Updated Apr 24, 2023

    Havre Police Department A vehicle crash was reported in a business parking lot on First Street West Friday at 2:03 p.m. -- Officers were asked Friday at 3:12 p.m. and 3:46 p.m.to assist another agency on First Street. -- James Martin Flying of Hays, 40, was arrested on charges of possession of dangerous drugs, driving with a suspended or revoked driver's license and probation violation after a vehicle stop on Main Street Friday at 3:57 p.m. -- Officers investigated a drug...

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