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The Valley County Commissioners met for their regular session on June 21, where in addition to regular business of approving employment and termination notices for the county, they also set elected officials’ salaries, approved salary increases for all non-elected, permanent full-time and permanent part-time employees in addition to appointing board members to various county boards to terms beginning July 1. The Commissioners also agreed to sign the interlocal agreement 2023-2024 between Valley County, Valley County Sheriff and the Town of N...
Twenty-six incoming sixth to eighth-graders had the opportunity of a lifetime June 12 through 16 when they spent the week at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital's (FMDH) inaugural Med Camp, organized and directed by camp counselor Olivia Allen, who also serves as the facility's marketing assistant. The students spent the week on-site getting a behind the scenes look at all of the various opportunities the hospital provides, ranging from surgical to nurse, to maintenance to human resources. Each...
The Glasgow Downtown Association held their first Alive at Five and Down the Dog competition on June 21. The event was hosted by Sean R. Heavey Gallery, Shelbie's Barbershop, The Loaded Toad, The Fort Peck Fine Arts Council and the Glasgow Courier. Bully Burgers and Bites drove from Glendive to serve delicious food from their food truck. After two minutes, Reece Hunsley was declared the winner after eating all five required hot dogs. He will be competing in the Sept. 20 Calcutta which will...
On June 11, 2023, The Daughters of the American Revolution, which is based out of Glasgow, honored the town of Harlem with an "Excellence in Historic Preservation Award."Members from Black Eagle-Assiniboine, the sponsoring Chapter, were joined by members of Milk River Chapter to honor Harlem citizens. On Nov. 30, 1992, two C-141 cargo planes from McChord Air Force Base in Washington collided in the air near Harlem along Montana's Hi-Line during a refueling training exercise. The citizens of...
During the evening of June 17, officers with the Glasgow Police Department responded to a disturbance at an apartment complex on the north side of Glasgow. The reporting party stated that her ex-husband was attempting to break into her apartment. While the woman was on the phone with Dispatch, the male kicked in the door gaining access to the apartment. Once officers arrived, the suspect refused to comply with commands given by the officers. He was taken into custody by officers after attempting to resist arrest. He is charged with Assault of...
On Tuesday, June 20, at 8:20 p.m., a caller reported a single vehicle rollover accident on Montana Highway 24S just east of the Duck Creek Road and the Gateway restaurant. Law enforcement arrived and observed a single male occupant trapped inside the car. STAT EMS and Fire responded to the scene. According to the Glasgow City/Long Run Fire Department the sole occupant was trapped in the vehicle and required extrication. A total of 12 fire department members responded with a command vehicles, a rescue truck, a structure engine and water tender....
U.S. Senator Jon Tester announced on June 21 that he will continue to block President Biden’s nominees to serve as members of the Amtrak Board of Directors for failure to comply with the geographical representation requirements which he secured through his bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Five of the nominees are from Northeast Corridor states, directly violating provisions secured by Tester to ensure full geographic representation and firsthand knowledge of long-distance routes on the Amtrak Board. None of the six n...
On June 23, Governor Greg Gianforte today submitted a request to President Joe Biden for a presidential major disaster declaration due to flooding in Montana in April. The governor’s request is for the counties of Blaine, Daniels, Hill, Park, Roosevelt, Sheridan, and Valley, along with the Fort Peck Tribes. “For the month of March, Montana experienced colder and wetter conditions than usual,” Gov. Gianforte wrote in a letter to Pres. Biden. “By the end of the first week of April, Montana experienced sustained high temperatures, up to 80 degr...
Dear Editor, Each June, National Healthy Homes Month raises awareness on housing-related health hazards and the steps to take for safe, healthy homes. This year's theme is "Connecting Home, Health, and YOU" to highlight the important relationship between housing quality and health. One substantial way to maintain a healthy home is to keep it smoke free, whether it's a private home or an apartment. There is no safe amount of secondhand smoke exposure, and the home is the main place many children...
Dear Editor, Property tax appraisals are currently arriving in the mail. It's important to review the valuation and appeal it if you do not agree with the valuation. The appeal instructions are in the letter that was mailed to you. You only have 30 days, so do not wait. If the value of your property increased by 30 percent that does not mean your taxes will increase by 30 percent. However, generally if the value of your property increased, most likely your taxes will be increasing. Property tax...
Dear Editor, Montana's 1972 constitution guarantees its citizens a right to "a clean and healthful environment in Montana for present and future generations." The 2023 trial of Held V. State of Montana, a lawsuit brought by 16 Montana youth, attempts to show how the state government's longstanding energy policies violate this constitutional right by favoring fossil fuel industries with high carbon emissions. The lawsuit is named for plaintiff Rikki Held, age 22, a fifth-generation Montanan...
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is kicking off the biennial hunting season-setting process earlier to allow for more public engagement and greater transparency. Public involvement will begin in June and end in November. Scoping meetings will be held for the 2024-25 seasons, along with information on the draft elk management plan. Region 6 scoping meetings are being held in: • Glasgow - June 29, 6 p.m., Cottonwood Inn, with a *virtual option (54250 U.S. Hwy 2) *Virtual option link will be available at the season setting link below In the p... Full story
The American Red Cross wants everyone to enjoy a safe and fun Fourth of July, which includes ensuring a strong blood supply for patients in hospitals across the country. There has been a concerning shortfall in blood donations in recent weeks, and the upcoming holiday could put a further strain on donations, as millions celebrate with family vacations and other seasonal activities. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type B negative or O negative blood, are needed to make an appointment to give now to ensure blood remains... Full story
EDITOR’S NOTE: Deadline for calendar additions is Mondays at noon. Please email your event to [email protected] or submit in person at the Courier office, 531 2nd Ave. S., Glasgow. The Valley County Pioneer Museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Nemont Manor has activities scheduled throughout the month for the entire community as well as the residents of Nemont Manor. If you would like a calendar, please contact 406-228-4306 or e-mail [email protected] and they will mail one to you. Come see the Fort Peck I... Full story
Montana State University awarded 1,623 undergraduate degrees and 433 graduate degrees during its 138th commencement ceremonies held May 12 at the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. Valley County graduates included Autumn Hopkins, Garrett Lloyd, Kristina Mcgee, Zachary Miller, Benjamin Miller and Paige Schmitt, all of Glasgow, and John McColly, of Hinsdale. B. Miller and Schmitt graduated with highest honors, having earned a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.7. Lloyd graduated with honors, achieving a cumulative GPA between 3.25 and...
Theron "Gub" Arnold Risa was born on Nov. 1, 1924, in Opheim, Mont., to Martin Sr. and Thea Risa. He passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023, in Glasgow, Mont. Family and friends are invited to gather on Friday, June 30, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow. Funeral services will be on Saturday, July 1, at 1 p.m., at Opheim Community Church in Opheim with Pastor Scott Kiehn officiating. Theron graduated from Opheim High School in 1943 and served in the United States Army from 1944 to... Full story
James "Jimmy" Cox, 90, of Creston, British Columbia, passed away Monday, June 27, 2022. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at the First Lutheran Church in Hinsdale, Mont., with Pastor Doris Tollefson officiating. Burial will follow in Hillview Cemetery.... Full story
David (Shanks) Hustad, 70 years old, of Nashua, Mont., passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Services will be announced later, with a private family casting ceremony at the family farm. David was born Sept. 6, 1952, in Williston, N.D., to Norman Lewis Shanks and Betty Lou (Eschenbacher) Hustad. David attended school in Bainville, Mont., graduating in 1971. Afterwards, he worked for his father's, Norman Shanks, business as a painter. He married Lottie Jane... Full story
Richard Franklin Damstrom passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023, at the age of 88. He died peacefully with his loving wife Lois by his side. A memorial service will be at St Paul Lutheran Church in Missoula, Mont., at 1 p.m., Thursday July 20, with a reception to follow. The eldest son of Richard T. and Sarah Damstrom, Richard was born in Lyford, Texas, on Nov. 24, 1934. He grew up with his brothers, Walden and Clifford, on the family farm just outside of Lyford. As a teenager he worked on farms... Full story
Ann Frances Quam-Haakenson, 78, died peacefully on Saturday, March 18, 2022, at hospice in Everett, Wash. Born Dec. 31, 1943, to Clifford and Kathryn Quam in Sioux Falls, S.D, Ann grew up in Frazer, Mont., where her parents had moved following WWII. Her father was in business with her grandfather in Frazer at Lien and Quam hardware. Her grandparents were Martin and Francis Lien, long-time residents of Frazer. Elementary and High School were in Frazer. She was at the top of her class and active in band, choir and cheerleading. She studied piano... Full story
Cheryl Kay Melikian passed away Monday, May 15, 2023, in Apache Junction, Ariz. A celebration of her life will be held Friday, June 30, at 11 a.m. at the First Lutheran Church, Glasgow, Mont., with Pastor Scott Kiehn officiating. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery in Glasgow.... Full story
Donald Gene Pliley, of Glasgow, Mont.,, passed away at his home, on Thursday, June 22, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. Don was 90 years old, born Nov. 7, 1932, in Oklahoma City, Okla. Don's family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 28, from 5 to 7 p.m., at Bell Mortuary in Glasgow. A funeral will be held on Thursday, June 29, at 11 a.m., at Glasgow Evangelical Church. There will be a graveside service at Highland Cemetery in Glasgow with a luncheon afterwards at the Glasgow... Full story
Sharon Lynnette Wigness Thompson passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, in Glasgow, Mont. Sharon’s family will receive friends on Sunday, July 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bell Mortuary, Glasgow. Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Monday, July 3, at the First Lutheran Church with Pastor Scott Kiehn officiating. A luncheon will follow the funeral services and burial will follow the luncheon. She was born on May 31, 1932, to Charlotte and Porter Wigness and raised in Fortuna, N.D. Sharon was the oldest... Full story
A Senior Companion is a volunteer who provides limited help to other at-risk seniors to help keep them independent. There is no charge to the client for receiving these services from a Senior Companion. Example of services provided: Read/Write letters, fill out forms or help with money management Go to social events or sporting events Provide respite care for family caregivers Take the client shopping, lunch outings Accompany to doctor appointments Monitor medications (Can’t Administrate) Assist with walking and exercise And much more! Here i...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 15 show 804 cattle sold with cows and bulls steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $93 to $107; canner and cutter cows $75 to $95; young feeding/turnout cows - no test; bulls brought in $115 to $134. The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards as of June 22 show 646 cattle sold with cows and bulls fully steady. Utility and commercial cows brought in $95 to $108.50, top $112; canner and cutter cows $83 to $95; bulls $115 to $134 and two to six-year old cow/calf pairs $2800 to...
