Our View: Hi-Line darts and laurels

Laurel — This weekend is Living History in Havre. All day Saturday, activities aimed at entertaining and educating Hill County residents about the rich history they enjoy on the Hi-Line will be held at all historical attractions. See the list in Thursday’s Havre Daily News, stop to see some of the attractions and have a good time. The attractions will take you back in time. At some places, like Wahkpa Chu'gn Buffalo Jump, you go back 2,000 years. Others detail the arrival of white people. Drive downtown, park your car and let North Central Montana Transit take you to the various attractions.

Laurel Montana’s Environmental Quality Council has apparently dumped the goofy idea of a study to see if federal lands in Montana should be turned over to the state. We live in the most beautiful state in the nation. Its natural beauty has been maintained over the years because land is in the hands of the federal government. No, the state can’t take care of the land, just ask the state. The lands are national treasures and the U.S. government should take care of them. The Environmental Quality Council can find something better to study.

Laurel Eagle Riders is a fun-loving group, but the causes they benefit are very serious. Montana Wounded Warrior Project received $7,000 because of money raised during the Eagle Riders’ poker run Saturday. The money will go to help injured veterans in their efforts to restore their health and dignity. Lots of businesses and people helped the group in their effort to raise money while motorcycling around the Hi-Line. Congratulations and thanks to the Eagle Riders for the effort.

Laurel Frank Spragg has written a fascinating book about Gildford, its 1960 championship basketball team, its fascinating culture, its community pride and its vigorous attempt to keep its school district alive and independent. It’s a fascinating read.