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ConnectMT held a meeting in Havre Wednesday to discuss a number of ways the state may use the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, passed in 2021, to increase broadband access to unserved and underserved locations in Montana. Christian Piccolo, manager of Summit Consulting, which is working with Montana on developing a plan for using the hundreds of millions of dollars Montana likely will receive to serve these communities. Piccolo said Montana is almost certainly not...
Havre Police Department Canda Marsha McCully of Havre, 37, was arrested on a charge of criminal child endangerment, driving under the influence, after a caller at Highland Park Early Primary School reported a two-vehicle crash Wednesday at 8:18 a.m. -- A hit and run crash by a late 1990s model tan F150 pickup truck was reported Wednesday at 11:16 a.m. in the parking lot of a First Street business. -- A caller at a Third Street West residence reported Wednesday at 3:18 p.m....
Press release The results are in from the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Havre check station for the 2022 hunting season. The check station was open for eight weekends from Oct. 8, the open of general antelope, through Nov. 27, the end of the deer/elk general season. Overall, hunter numbers and mule deer harvest were still above average. Biologists gather a lot of valuable information and biological data on game animals brought through check stations. FWP appreciates all hunters’ cooperation in this effort. Note that the h...
The pandemic confirmed the critical role that small businesses play in our daily lives. It sounds cliché, but locally owned small businesses truly are the heart and soul of our cities and towns. The holiday shopping season is a crucial time for small retailers and restaurants that depend upon the boost in sales earned between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Not so long ago, it was an American tradition to shop and play at the local mall or vibrant small business district downtown. Brick-and-mortar businesses would promote their...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Monday a pair of multi-million-dollar grants through the American Rescue Plan Act to expand health care resources and access in Montana that will have a big impact on north-central Montana. Bear Paw Development Corp. in Havre received $10 million to provide for the construction the Anaakyaaniiin Wellness Center on Fort Belknap Indian Reservation in Hays and the Bighorn Valley Health Center received more than $6.3 million for renovations to the historic Miles City building in which...
Monday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. District 4 Human Resources Development Council, which serves Hill, Liberty and Blaine counties, will be holding a community needs assessment meeting and they are inviting anyone from the public, whatever walk of life, to talk about what they think the community’s greatest needs are. These meetings, held once every three years, guide the organization’s services, programs and work plan, HRDC Executive Director Carilla French said, as they continue to work with low-income individuals and families to...
Beginning-of-December storms brought significant snow to the region, along with bitter cold temperatures the last few days, but slightly warmer weather is expected in this part of Montana for the rest of the week. After temperatures dropped continually starting Tuesday afternoon — the temperature at the Havre City-County Airport was reported at minus 15 about 9:20 this morning — the forecast called for a high today in Havre of 28 degrees, with temperatures from eastern Blaine County to Liberty County and south to Big San...
Press release HELENA — Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public comment on a draft plan and environmental impact statement to guide the long-term management and conservation of grizzly bears across the state. “For decades, FWP staff have worked with federal, tribal, and local partners, along with communities and landowners, to recover and then manage grizzly bear populations across much of Montana,” FWP Director Hank Worsech said. “This plan will put that experience into action and provide a framework for comprehens...
Press release Starting this week, visitors to SSA.gov will experience a fresh homepage and a new design to help them find what they need more easily. “SSA.gov is visited by over 180 million people per year and it is one of our most important tools for providing efficient and equitable access to service,” said Kilolo Kijakazi, acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration. “Whether providing service in person or online, our goal is to help people understand what they may qualify for and seamlessly transition them t...
Press release HELENA — The Montana Parks and Outdoor Recreation Board and the Fish and Wildlife Commission will both meet Dec. 20 at the Montana State Capitol. Each will hold a separate meeting, as well as a short joint meeting. The Parks and Outdoor Recreation Board will meet at 8:30 a.m. Dec. 20. The joint Parks and Outdoor Recreation Board and Fish and Wildlife Commission will start at 9 a.m., and the Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold its meeting starting at 9:30 a.m. The meetings will be held in room 317 at the M...
Havre Police Department Tuesday at 9:13 a.m., a caller on Sixth Street reported that some firearms had been stolen. -- A summons was issued after a caller at Havre Middle School reported Tuesday at 11:58 a.m. that a student hit another student over the head with a lunch tray. No details on charges were provided. -- Officers were asked Tuesday at 3:14 p.m. to assist a parent locating a family member in the Havre area. -- An arrest was made after a caller on Second Street...
Press release The Montana Farm Bureau Board of Directors discussed and voted to approve the organization’s priority issues for 2023 immediately following the Delegate Session at the MFBF 103rd Annual Convention Nov. 14-17 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Missoula. “Our priority issues certainly reflect Montana Farm Bureau’s vision of leading Montana agriculture toward a future with a prosperous ag economy and thriving rural communities,” said MFBF President Cyndi Johnson, a Conrad wheat farmer. “Thank you to our members for surfa...
Press release GREAT FALLS — Montana Grain Growers Association recently wrapped up its 67th Annual Trade Show and Convention. The MGGA annual convention is where members discuss and approve the policy platform that guides the organization on issues impacting the ag industry. Members passed policy for 2022-2023 and elected new officers. Nathan Keane from Loma will serve as president, Boyd Heilig from Moore will serve as vice president, Klayton Lohr from Shelby will serve as treasurer and Steve Sheffels from Great Falls will s...
Press release The Montana Stockgrowers Association Seedstock Committee has shared a new incentive program that will roll out at the 2022 priority page auction. The annual priority page auction is an annual fundraiser the committee hosts to support MSGA. The auction will take place during the Grand Finale Banquet of MSGA’s Annual Convention and Trade Show Friday, Dec. 9, from 7-9 p.m. This year, the committee wants to reward and provide incentives to loyal buyers. How the incentive program works: • This year, one buy...
Press release WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced plans for additional emergency relief and pandemic assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. USDA is preparing to roll out the Emergency Relief Program Phase Two as well as the new Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program, which are two programs to help offset crop and revenue losses for producers. USDA is sharing early information to help producers gather documents and train front-line staff on the new approach. “We have worked diligently to hel...
Press release The Montana Stockgrowers Association's announced MSGA's Director of Marketing and Communications Keni Reese, has been named to COWGIRL Magazine's 30 Under 30 class for 2023. COWGIRL Magazine's 30 Under 30 program honors 30 women who are 30 years of age or younger and have shown significant dedication to the Western industry. Reese was honored as one of top 30 early career influential women in the nation. "This award is truly humbling and I am honored to be among...
Havre City Council discussed at its meeting Monday a recent report submitted the the city’s safety committee regarding surface contamination in the fire department and police station. In October, industrial hygienist Keith Cron submitted a report to the committee after examining the buildings at the request of the city. The committee reviewed the report and discussed possible courses of actions to address the issues it revealed. At Monday’s meeting Council and Safety Committee member Josh Miller discussed the report whi...
ConnectMT will be holding a town hall in Havre Wednesday evening to gather information and recommendations from locals regarding broadband access and quality in the region. The ConnectMT Program was created by Senate Bill 297 and House Bill 632 in and is funded by the American Rescue Plan Act with up to $266 million to be awarded to develop new high-speed terrestrial-based broadband service for underserved, unserved, and frontier locations throughout Montana. A press release from ConnectMT said this is part of a larger...
The Hill County Park Board discussed how to proceed on a number of issues facing Beaver Creek Park including the construction of a new Beaver Lodge, the possible construction of a southern cross fence, park fees and damage caused by beavers. Board Member Lou Hagener said he sent his fellow board members an analysis of the conditions of the park's southern pasture, which the cross fence aims to increase the health of. Members of the board and its grazing committee have said...
Judy Vosen Local Red Cross blood drive volunteer coordinator The recent Havre Community Red Cross Blood Drive, held at St. Jude Parish Center Monday, Nov. 14, was again a success. The drive saw 112 units collected, several of which were double red cell units, more commonly known as Power Red units. Once again, a few first time donors contributed. Thank you is given to the local PSCCW — Psycho-Social Counseling Center for Women — volunteers for providing a selection of delicious sandwiches, and thank you to the Havre IGA baker...
Havre Daily News staff Several events are planned for the month at Havre’s Community Alliance Church this month, including the church inviting people to meet missionaries from Little Lambs of Lima, Peru. Pastors Levi and Laura Miller will have a special “Meet the missionaries” meeting at Havre Community Alliance Church at 925 Eighth St. Friday, Dec. 16, at 6:30 p.m. “Have you ever considered taking a short-term mission’s trip?” church representatives asked in a press release. “Come and learn about the ministry and prayerful...
Hill County Weed Board will meet Friday, Dec. 9, at 11 a.m. at the Hill County Shop. • Call to order: Minutes • Public comment • Correspondence • Unfinished business: Non-compliance issue • New business: Budget; annual meeting in Helena Feb. 6-9; grants; Sage Creek Project update; Extension Cropping seminar....
The editor of Havre Daily News did not receive an agenda for Thursday’s Hill County Commission business meeting by print deadline this morning....
Havre Police Department A caller at a First Street business reported at 6:36 a.m. Monday finding a bag of drugs left behind by a customer. -- A two-vehicle crash involving a Camaro and a Yukon was reported on First Street Monday at 12:12 p.m. -- A non-injury crash involving two pickup rucks was reported Monday at 3:57 p.m. by a caller at a First Street business. -- An arrest was made after a caller on First Street reported seeing a man with outstanding warrants Monday at 4:54...
