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  • GHS Hosts 300 at State Student Council

    A.J. Etherington, The Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    On Oct. 30, hundreds of middle and high school student council members from across Montana converged in Glasgow for the 2016 Montana Association of Student Council Conference. The event was coordinated and hosted by the Glasgow Student Council and led by State Student Council President, Glasgow’s own Luke Breigenzer. According to Breigenzer, students travelled from all over the state from as far as Stevensville, Mont. to Baker, Mont. “The idea is to have speakers to learn new ideas, activities to get people talking about different ideas, and... Full story

  • Gianforte and Robinson Stop in Glasgow

    James Walling, The Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    Bozeman businessman and tech entrepreneur Greg Gianforte and running mate, rancher and Phillips County Commissioner Lesley Robinson visited Glasgow Nov. 1 as part of their final whistle stop tour before election day. During their tour, they’ll visit 42 communities between Oct. 30 and Nov. 7. In Glasgow, Gianforte and Robinson greeted voters at Farm Equipment Sales. They discussed their vision for Montana and the need for new leadership, while emphasizing that every vote would be critical in Montana’s very close gubernatorial race. Gia... Full story

  • Zinke Talks Issues, Leadership Record

    A.J. Etherington, The Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    In a phone interview with the Courier on Oct. 31, Congressman Ryan Zinke reiterated his support for Northeastern Montana and his positions on key issues, particularly those weighing heaviest on Valley County voters. Zinke spoke on issues ranging from successes in the 114th Congress, “free-roaming” bison, healthcare and mental health resources, as well as veterans’ healthcare. Among his successes in congress, Zinke emphasized the passing of a recent infrastructure bill, the installment of permanent tax relief for implement sales and purch... Full story

  • 2016 Block of Bucks Kick Off

    Soroptimist International of Glasgow, For the Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    The Glasgow Soroptimists, along with the Montana Army National Guard and the Glasgow High School Student Council, announce the annual Block of Bucks collection day on Friday, Dec. 2, and family shopping day on Saturday, Dec. 3. The annual program provides clothing for Valley County children from infant to 12 years of age. Parents may sign up at the Office of Public Assistance, located at 630 Second Ave S., Glasgow. Sign up begins on Monday, Nov. 7, and continues through Monday, Nov. 28. Parents must sign up in person. Calls will not be... Full story

  • Norovirus Confirmed in Valley County

    Connie Boreson VC Health Dept., For the Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    With a confirmed case of Norovirus in Valley County, it seems a perfect time to review simple preventive measures we can use to stay healthy this season. What is Norovirus? Noroviruses are the most common of the viruses that cause gastroenteritis. The usual symptoms of gastroenteritis include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and stomach pain. There is no specific treatment for this illness and most individuals recover in 1 to 3 days. The illness can last longer and be more severe in young children, older persons, or persons who have other health... Full story

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  • Hangar Welcomes Local Barbecue Guru

    Dane Osen, For the Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    The Hangar has gone through some changes in the wake of the recent passing of Jerry Koski. Jerry's son, Paul Koski, has inherited the business and aims to return the bar and grill to its former heights with help from Terry and Megan Edgars. The Edgars aim is to provide a family-friendly dining environment during the day, with specials that feature Terry's specialty: Two Brothers Barbecue. The Hangar also wants to cater to the after-hours crowd by offering a late night happy hour, in addition to... Full story

  • Listen to the Quiet: Part 7

    Helen DePuydt, Saco Stories|Nov 2, 2016

    The depression days have been appropriately named, the “Dirty Thirties” - dust storms often times obscuring the very sun in the sky – fierce winds blowing the thistles against the barbed wire fences, which in turn caught much of the moving topsoil which had quite possibly traveled for many miles before coming to rest in the form of grey banks of dust. There have been drier years since, but none took the toll as did these discouraging years endured by the homesteaders in the ‘30s. Summer fallowing, mostly on an experimental basis, was just begin... Full story

  • Mayor Speaks on City Issues

    A.J. Etherington, The Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    Editorial note: Due to a printing error on Oct. 19, the Courier is rerunning the following article with updated content. Mayor Becky Erickson and Director of Public Works Rob Kompel sat down with the Courier to discuss the city’s success in soliciting grants, raising money for the recent fire truck purchase, handling the declared state of emergency, the final stage of the water improvement district and the positives of working with the current city council members. Mayor Erickson was emphatic in her recognition of city employees and the city c... Full story

  • Letters to the Editor

    Nov 2, 2016

    Dear Dane Thank you Glasgow Courier and specificaly Dane Osen for your local reporting!!! As a spouse of an active duty military member, we rely on your hometown reporting. Your journalism standards are unbiased and helpful. Your efforts helped us make informed decisions regarding this (and past) election. Thank you. – Kathrina James To the Taxpayers Since out-going Commissioner Reinhardt chose to weigh in on the upcoming election with his “facts,” I decided to ask a few questions about his statements in the Courier on 9/28/2016. [...] Good... Full story

  • Helen Lamey

    Nov 2, 2016

    Helen (Seeley) Lamey, age 93, formerly of Glasgow, Mont., Havre, Mont., and Mesa, Ariz., passed away on Friday, Oct. 28, 2016, at the Eastern Montana Veterans Home in Glendive, Mont. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date in Havre. Silha Funeral Home of Glendive has been entrusted with the arrangements. She was born on Sept. 5, 1923, in Havre, a daughter of Chester and Jean (Spence) Seeley. She was raised and educated in Havre, graduating from Havre High School with the... Full story

  • Nan Klassen

    Nov 2, 2016

    Nan (Bernstein) Klassen died on Thursday, Oct. 6 2016, t Spring Creek Inn, a memory care facility in Bozeman, Mont. After a long decline from dementia, she passed away peacefully in her sleep early in the morning. She was 89. In lieu of a funeral or memorial service, the family intends to hold a celebration of Nan’s life next summer at the family home in Bigfork, Mont. Cremation has taken place. She was born Nan Bernstein in 1927, the middle daughter of Fritz Bernstein and the former Margaret Niccolls, in Grand Island, Neb. Along with her o... Full story

  • District 2B Champions!

    Lori Dailey, For the Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    The District Tournament held Oct. 28 and 29 did not start exactly as the Scotties had hoped. With a loss to Malta right off the bat, GHS was forced to re-group before playing Poplar later in the day, which they did with a win after three fairly efficient games. Saturday was a whole different animal. From the moment the Scotties stepped foot on the court, they were all business. They played with stunning enthusiasm, intensity and determination, never letting down for the entire match. Along with... Full story

  • Scotties Finish Season With Bookend Loss to Colstrip

    Georgie Kulczyk, The Courier|Nov 2, 2016

    The 2016 Scotties played their final game on Scottie Field Oct. 29. After earning the title of conference champs with a win against Malta, the boys were ready for a rematch against the Colstrip Colts. The Scotties started their season with a 12-7 loss to Colstrip on Aug. 27. Despite the home-field advantage and a monumental team effort, the Scotties were unable to surpass the Colts for a second time. The Scotties were a whole different team from the one that played in Colstrip at the start of... Full story

  • Mavs Earn Second Place in District 3-C, Punch Ticket to Divisionals

    Chelsea Quinones, Courier Correspondent|Nov 2, 2016

    The North Country Mavericks team finished second in the District 3-C Volleyball Tournament on Oct. 28. The all-day event proved to be a test of the Maverick's stamina, as they ended up playing in every match of the tournament. The morning started off with a change in schedule, as Brockton was unable to supply a team for the tournament. North Country took on Lustre Christian in the first official match, and it was an exciting way to kick off the day. North Country lost the first set 12-25, but... Full story

  • Calendar of Upcoming Events in the Area

    Nov 2, 2016

    SATURDAY – NOV. 5 12 Noon - The NE Montana Land and Mineral Owners Assoc. 42nd Annual Meeting will begin at 1 p.m. in the Community Center in Froid. SUNDAY – NOV. 6 2 p.m. - Pinochle every 1st and 3rd Sunday at the Glasgow Senior Center. Everyone welcome. MONDAY – NOV. 7 7 p.m. - Heirloom Quilters Guild to meet at the Glasgow Senior Citizens’ Center. TUESDAY – NOV. 8 4-7 p.m. - Chili Cookoff at the Mint Bar in Opheim. Bring a pot of chili for the cookoff, or just bring your appetite. Donations go to the Opheim Volunteer Fire Dept. WEDNESDAY... Full story

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    Nov 2, 2016

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