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A project more than two decades in the making finally has some significant funding, with Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., announcing Wednesday that $85 million is going to repairs and rehabilitation on the St. Mary Diversion and Conveyance Works. "This is a critical, targeted investment in the Milk River Project that will update essential water infrastructure for our state and provide certainty and economic growth for communities, producers, and future generations in north-central...
Was fun to see a KISS stolen in downtown favorite store. An older man turned quick away - in case they kissed some more. You should have seen the joy they shared, as swiftly they did part. Brought memories back of long ago - caused bit of pain in heart. If siblings saw this couple kiss, especially in a STORE... They would have screamed, reminding them "YOU KISS BEHIND A DOOR!" Two friends just lost their precious spouse, but when God calls, one goes. Sickness, disease - fast...
Staff and wire Bear Paw Development Corp. continued its major economic impact in the region, highlighted in its annual report. The nonprofit economic and community development organization had a $13.1 million impact on the region it serves in northern Montana. The annual report also documented that Bear Paw Development assisted the private sector to create or retain 61 jobs through their small business lending and advising activities. “The work Bear Paw Development was able to accomplish in 2021 helped the communities we s...
By Matthew Brown Associated Press BILLINGS — U.S. officials announced Wednesday approval of a conservation group’s proposal to expand bison grazing on prairies in north-central Montana as part of a vast nature reserve over objections from some ranchers and elected officials. The decision allows the American Prairie group to graze bison on U.S. Bureau of Land Management property and to remove about 30 miles of fences so the animals can roam more freely. The Bozeman-based group already has more than 800 bison on a mix of pub...
Note: This was provided by the office of Sen. Jon Tester As part of his ongoing push to support Montana small businesses and agriculture producers, Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., secured $1,000,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding for three north-central Montana small businesses. Bear Paw Meats, Big Sandy Organics and Evergood Commodities Ltd, will receive $150,000, $400,000 and $450,000, respectively, as a part of more than $7.8 million in ARPA funds for 30 Montana small businesses, including 17 meat processing projects and...
Jessica Fagerbakke is the Havre Area Chamber of Commerce’s new executive director and is excited to get working on the chamber’s yearly events. Fagerbakke said she’s passionate about the community and is looking forward to serving it through the Chamber. “I’m just really excited about it,” she aid. Fagerbakke was born and raised in northwestern North Dakota to a farming and ranching family but got her degree in marketing and entrepreneurship from Montana State University in Bozeman. After that, she said, she got a job with BN...
After missing a year due to the pandemic, the Fresno Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited is back for its 37th Annual Banquet Saturday, April 23, at Havre Ice Dome. The doors at the Ice Dome south of town at 2585 Fifth Ave. open for the event at 4:30 p.m., with early bird prize drawings 5 to 5:30 p.m. The event also includes a gun raffle and silent auction, but the main draw of the evening, the all-you-can-eat meal of walleye and baron of beef, starts serving at 6:30 p.m. The dinner...
Archers only have a month to get practiced up for the Bearpaw Bowmen Archery Club's Spring 3D Archery Shoot, which is set for Sunday, May 1, at Eagles Campground in Beaver Creek Park. Registration opens at 8 a.m., but archers can sign up at any point in the day as long as they make it through the course and turn in their score cards by 3 p.m. The competition is open to everyone, with all types of bows allowed, though rangefinders are prohibited. People are also advised to...
Havre Police Department A caller on Third Avenue reported Wednesday at 9:59 a.m. that a semitractor-trailer may have hit a fire hydrant. -- A Sixth Street caller reported a scam Wednesday at 10:14 a.m. -- A dead deer was reported on the boulevard of 10th Street at 10:51 a.m. Wednesday. -- A drug pipe was reported found at a First Street business Wednesday at 11:14 a.m. -- Cameron Michael Boggs Duran of Havre, 20, was arrested on a shoplifting charge after a caller at a First S...
North Central Pachyderms held a meeting Friday where Montana Rep. Ed Hill, R-Havre, and Public Service Commissioner Randy Pinocci, both up for reelection this year, spoke about a number of issues. Hill spoke first, talking about an upcoming poll of Montana legislators over whether to create a select special interim joint House and Senate committee on Montana election security. "Bottom line is that there are several of us legislators that feel as if election integrity needs to...
Despite the school year winding down Montana State University-Northern has a busy few months ahead of it, with planning for their new equine center ongoing, as well as a number of events coming up in the more immediate future, including this week. Northern Chancellor Greg Kegel said the university has plenty going on and he's excited about what the campus is working on. Equine center Kegel said when he became chancellor eight years ago the university was working on a number...
Although a system is expected to bring some snow in the west and southwest part of the state the next couple of days, this area is expected to remain fairly warm and dry through the region, as drought continues in much of the state. The heaviest accumulations from the storm moving into the southwest are expected east of Interstate 15 and south of Interstate 90, especially in the Big Sky and West Yellowstone areas, National Weather Service reports. About one inch of snowfall al...
Havre Daily News staff Circle of Parents family support group is meeting Thursday, April 7, at 6:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of the Hi-Line, and people are asked to RSVP at 406-399-3309 if they plan to attend. The group, which uses a national program support model, is for families with children who have medical complexities, special needs or mental health concerns, a flyer said. The group has monthly meetings and child care and meals are provided....
Havre City-County Airport Board will hold a special meeting Friday, April 1, at 8 a.m. in Havre City Hall to discuss and award bids for a backup generator....
Havre Police Department A caller reported vandalism of a picnic table at US Bank Park on 11th Street West Tuesday at 4:06 p.m. -- A possible identity theft issue was reported Tuesday at 4:19 p.m. on 16th Street. -- An a arrest was made after a caller on First Street reported a man stumbling into traffic. No details on the charges were provided. -- Enrique Sanchez Guerrero of Havre, 31, was arrested on a charge of partner or family member assault, and Lateisha Ganuelas of Havre...
from the Office of the Montana Governor HELENA — Gov. Greg Gianforte announced Tuesday a 50 percent increase in meat processed in Montana to date this fiscal year in facilities inspected by the Montana Department of Livestock. “Increasing meat processing capacity here in Montana is a top priority as we work to add value to our commodities and preserve the Montana brand through the supply chain,” Gov. Gianforte said. “We’ll continue to make targeted investments in local processing throughout the state to help Montana p...
From U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Montana Rural Development office BOZEMAN — U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the department is extending to May 11, 2022, the application deadline for the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program which provides funding to expand meat and poultry processing capacity. The decision to extend the deadline comes after Rural Development heard directly from applicants about challenges with System for Award Management registration, which must be completed prior t...
from U.S. Department of Agriculture WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is updating its farm loan programs to better support current borrowers, including historically underserved producers. These improvements are part of USDA’s commitment to increase equity in all programs, including farm loans that provide important access to capital for covering operating expenses and purchasing land and equipment. “USDA remains committed to examining barriers faced by all borrowers, especially those in economic distress, new...
Friends of the Havre Animal Shelter - a non-profit organization that helps meet some of the city shelter's needs not provided for in its budget - is selling raffle tickets in a special fundraiser to purchase air-filtration units that will help keep animals at the shelter healthy, and it's happening thanks to the generous last wishes of a long-time Havre business woman. Last year, the shelter had to deal with four rounds of an upper respiratory disease, Animal Control Officer...
After a heated meeting and public forum two weeks ago, the Feed My Sheep Soup Kitchen Board of Directors has decided not to offer Evelyn Four Souls an employment contract, news that has come as a disappointment to those that supported her in the board meeting. Four Souls’ employment with Feed My Sheep appeared to be in question two weeks ago as the organization’s board of directors held a meeting that included a chance for the public to submit comments as to Four Souls’ performance. Most speakers at the forum, inclu...
Montana's senior U.S. senator said during a press conference last week he will continue to work to support Ukraine as it fights invading Russian forces and that Russia's president must be held accountable. "Vladimir Putin has single-handedly started an unprovoked war with the sovereign democratic nation of the Ukraine," Tester said Thursday. "His actions are making the world far less safe today than it was a month ago. There should be no reluctance to condemn Putin as an...
Havre Police Department Irvin Latevin Tripp of Havre, 29, was arrested on a criminal contempt charge related to a 24/7 Sobriety Program violation reported at 8:19 a.m. Monday. -- A caller at a First Street business reported Monday at 8:32 a.m. that drugs were found on the premises. -- An arrest was made on a warrant served at a First Street establishment Monday at 5:44 p.m., but no details on the charges were provided. Hill County Sheriff's Office Deputies investigated a...
from Montana State University-Northern Great Falls College MSU and Montana State University-Northern are hosting an open house Monday, April 4, to support and expand the opportunity for all high school students who are considering becoming a teacher. The open house is scheduled from 5 to 7 p.m. at Great Falls College in Room G45/46 as part of the Northern Teachers of Promise Pathways program. “The open house is an exciting opportunity for all stakeholders to come together and celebrate this program to help rural c...
Press release Washington, D.C. — Rep. Matt Rosendale, R-Mont., announced the start of the application process for the 2022 Congressional Art Competition. The competition began in 1982 to provide an opportunity for members of Congress to encourage and recognize the artistic talents of their young constituents by providing an opportunity for students across the country to have their artwork proudly displayed in our Capitol. Since then, 650,000 high school students have been involved with the nationwide competition. The w...
from Montana Legal Services Association Did you know that older Americans will qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit this year? The Earned Income Tax Credit helps low- to moderate-income workers and families get a tax break. If you qualify, EITC could increase your tax refund. The age limit of 64 has been removed for 2021 taxes. Also, you don’t need a qualifying child to be eligible. You can avoid hidden fees and charges by using IRS Free File or free in-person help through a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance site. You c...
