Week of October 2, 2024
Week of October 2, 2024
Dear Editor, The Billings Gazette has recently run front page articles about the truth of campaign ads by Sen. Jon Tester and Tim Sheehy, opponents in the Montana U.S. Senate race. The articles discuss political crossfire between the two on important public issues, but they do not inquire into the personal integrity of the candidates. Senator Tester is a known quantity. He has a solid backstory and a lengthy record of public service. We know who he is and what he believes in. Sheehy is a... Full story
Montana has never been more expensive, and Governor Greg Gianforte is pouring gas on the fire. Gianforte raised property taxes by as much as 111 percent. That's the largest increase in Montana history. What's worse, he's handed out tax breaks to millionaires and billionaires like himself, while pricing hardworking Montanans and seniors out of their homes. One of the most important decisions we face this election year is who we should ask to be our next governor. My name is Ryan Busse. I'm... Full story
Many people visit a radiologist at least once in their lives and are familiar with what those visits may entail: X-rays, MRIs, ultrasounds, and other imaging tests to screen for broken bones, cancer, and other injuries and diseases. Interventional Radiologists like myself are a subspecialty of Radiology, who do image guided surgical procedures. Patients generally know what to expect from these routine health care procedures. What a patient may not expect is needing emergency abortion care... Full story
MHSRA Results Glasgow hosted the MHSRA Rodeo Sept. 21 and 22 at the Valley County Fairgrounds. Barrel Racing Place Member Name City Time Points Aa Points 10. Billingsley, Bailey Glasgow 19.250 1.00 1.00 29. Billingsley, Brooke Glasgow 100.000 0.00 0.00 Breakaway Place Member Name City Time Points Aa Points 5. Billingsley, Brooke Glasgow 4.260 6.00 6.00 13. Billingsley, Bailey Glasgow 100.000 0.00 0.00 Goat Tying Place Member Name City Time Points Aa Points 6. Billingsley, Brooke Glasgow 9.520...
Glasgow's cross country hit two meets last week, staying close for the Frazer Invitational Sept. 26 then traveling across the state to Missoula for the Mountain West Classic in Missoula Sept. 28. Coach Tim Phillips held back several runners in Frazer but most of the team members hit the Missoula race to preview the State meet course. Coach Phillips said, "We rested quite a few for various reasons today, but those that ran really competed through the Frazer hills and winds 20-30mph!" The boys...
The Scottie football team fell 48-26 in Malta Sept. 27 in a tightly fought battle. The Mustangs took the lead early in the game but the Scotties answered several times throughout to stay close until late in play. A late touchdown from the Mustangs secured the win over the Scotties. Glasgow gave up 343 yards, 383 with four penalties, to Malta. The Mustangs had 31 rushing attempts, gaining 118 yards, and went 10-for-15 on passes for a 225 yard gain. Wyatt Sugg and Grady Nielsen led the defensive line with six tackles each. Sugg had three...
Frazer The Bearcubs hosted the Frazer Cross Country Invitational Sept. 26. Girls Brianna Beston placed at the Frazer girls at the meet, taking 19th place out of 51 runners. She ran a 25:33.68 race. Noli Sibley ran a 27:46.31 to take 36th place. Elli Mail took 46th place with a 30:26.12 race. Boys Gabe Beston led the Bearcubs boys with a time of 19:16.34. He placed 12th out of 65 racers. Cassius Smoker took 40th with a 22:07.11 time. Bryce Fourstar ran a 24:06.44 for 56th place. Nashua Charlie...
The Lustre Christian Lions fell in three sets to the Froid-Lake Redhawks on the road Sept. 28. The Lions lost 12-25, 10-25, 9-25. Lustre was scheduled to play the Wolves JV team in Wolf Point Oct. 1 but scores were unavailable at press time. The Lions will play the Scottie JV team in Glasgow at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3. Lustre is scheduled to attend a triangular in Richey/Lambert Friday, Oct. 4, against Richey/Lambert and...
The Scottie volleyball team picked up a conference win, a three-game match against Wolf Point Sept. 26. The team dropped a three-set match to Sidney the following night. Glasgow hosted Wolf Point Thursday and swept the Wolves easily. The Scotties won 25-16, 25-4, 25-11. They had 12 aces, 34 kills, 29 assists, eight blocks and 46 digs to the Wolves’ one ace, 10 kills, two blocks and 23 digs. Joely Chappell led the Scotties in three stats: four aces, 10 kills and 13 digs. Macy Martin had 27 assists and Hayden Green knocked down four Wolf...
Thursday the Mavericks took on the Bainville Bulldogs in Saco. It was a conference matchup for both teams. Bainville being 4-0 and the Mavericks 3-1. The Mavericks came away with a dominating win in three sets. NC 25 - B 18 NC 25 - B 16 NC 25 - B 17 Aces: Team 9, BaiLee McColly 4, Gracie Wasson 3 Kills: Team 27, BaiLee McColly 14, Emerson Downing 4, and CharLee McColly and Gracie Wasson each with 3 Assists: Team 22, Kennedy Simonson 13, Gracie Wasson 7, and Berkley Hillman 2 Digs: Team 50, Berkley Hillman 13, Kennedy Simonson 11, Gracie...
Nashua hosted the Culbertson Cowgirls Sept. 26. The Porcupines dropped the match in four sets. Nashua lost 11-25, 11-25, 25-21, 16-25. Nashua hosted MonDak Oct. 1 but scores were unavailable at press time. Thursday, Oct. 3, the Porcupines are scheduled to play in Froid/Lake at 5 p.m. for junior high and varsity play. Nashua will attend the Richey-Lambert Invitational Saturday, Oct. 5. The Porcupines travel to Wolf Point Tuesday, Oct. 8, to take on the Wolves JV team at 6...
This summer, Zora Holt had the opportunity to attend Montana's 4-H Congress at MSU in Bozeman. The Congress was held July 9-12, just before it was time to get really serious about being ready for Fair. The theme for the Congress was "Ticket to Leadership: Where Will You Go With It?" There were numerous dances and lots of quality time spent with 4-Hers from all over the state. There were exciting speakers, fun games, and a community service project preparing birthday party bags with a cake mix...
The Glasgow Stockyards report shows 3,747 cattle sold. During the 31st annual Big Fall Yearling Classic, the market was higher on all classes. Utility and commercial cows brought in $120 to $137; canner and cutter cows $110 to $120; and bulls $135 to $154.50. 139 Steers 701-745# Avg. 726# Avg. $265.97; top $285.75 97 Steers 749-795# Avg. 763# Avg. 254.78; top $274.00 221 Steers 799-845# Avg. 811# Avg. 250.63; top $256.00 349 Steers 850-896# Avg. 862# Avg. 246.27; top $250.50 160 Steers 900-997# Avg. 913# Avg. 234.07; top $245.00 175 Heifers...
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Northeastern Land Office has announced the appointment of Jocee Hedrick as the new Land Office Area Manager. Hedrick officially started in the position Aug. 26, 2024, following the retirement of former Northeastern Land Office Area Manager Clive Rooney, who served as the area manager for the past 22 years. “I’m thankful for the great service Clive has provided to the State of Montana for the past 22 years, and I am very excited to have someone of Jocee’s caliber and...
The 2024 Transboundary Grassland Partnership (TGP) Workshop will take place in Shelby this October, marking a significant opportunity for cross-border collaboration on grasslands conservation. The workshop, set to run Oct. 22 through 24, will bring together ranchers, conservationists, indigenous leaders, and policymakers with a shared goal of sustaining healthy transboundary native biodiversity while supporting grassland ecosystems and communities. Kicking off on Oct. 22, the workshop will feature an optional field tour through Blackfeet...
The meeting was called to order by Jadeen. Maddy started off by reading about 4-H life skills. The 4-H members succeeded in the fair and enjoyed rides. All the 4-H members received gold seals on their 4-H books. Jadeen did a presentation on his Washington, D.C., trip and he shared information on everywhere he went. We start a new 4-H year Oct. 1 and we will have our first meeting Oct. 13, at El Cor Del bowling alley. We will have a meeting to welcome new members and vote on officers. Anyone interested in joining Lucky Clover 4-H please come...
For the week of Sept. 16 through 22, there were five motor vehicle stops, two reports of loose livestock, two reports of loose horses, one report of a missing dog, two reports of a deer being hit by a vehicle, one report of a lost dog, and one report of a barking dog. For the week of Sept. 23 through 29, there were six motor vehicle stops, three reports of loose dogs, two reports of loose livestock, one report of a loose horse, one report of a barking dog, three reports for public assist, and three reports of a deer being hit by a vehicle....
The Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital EMS Community Integrated Program will be hosting a SAIL (Stay Active & Independent for Life) 12-week falls prevention fitness program starting with registration on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 10 to 11 a.m., at the Glasgow Senior Citizen Center, 328 4th Ave. S., Glasgow. If you can’t make the in-person registration, please call FMDH EMS at 406-228-3468 to register. This 12-week class is free and will be held at the Glasgow Senior Citizen Center, Monday from 2 to 3 p.m.; and Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m.... Full story
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Hunter Education online field days have been set for northeast Montana. These will likely be the last online field days, and possibly courses, offered for hunter education this season in northeast Montana. Eligible students that were not able to get into a classroom course this year may want to choose this option. Reminder: A hunter can hunt for two years as a hunter apprentice before needing a hunter education course. Go here to learn more about being a hunter apprentice. Field days for students ages 12-17 who... Full story
The Nashua Our Redeemer Lutheran Church Indian Taco Supper is Monday Oct. 14, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., at the Church. Thrivent has provided supplementary funds. Take outs are available and all are welcome! Free will donations will help defray church repair... Full story
Glasgow Learn to Skate is preparing for its 21st season. Skating instruction is available for preschool through adults using a curriculum endorsed by US Figure Skating and USA Hockey. Each class is 40 minutes long which includes a lesson and practice time. Cost is $50 per six-week session for kindergarten through adult lessons and $30 for preschoolers. Skate rental for all ages is $15 per session. Parents may skate at the same time as their children for $17, with no charge for rental skates. Preschool skaters must have an adult on the ice... Full story
Sept 27, 2024 The Lustre Jr. High Volleyball Lions hosted the Frontier School Jr High Volleyball Mustangs on Sept 21 in their last home game with the song "God's Not Dead" greeting fans. The Lions took the set 25-17, 25-17 (with the teams tying repeatedly along the way), and 15-3. The Jamboree teams split their games. It was a good evening to enjoy the students improving their skills. Jones and Melissa Cumpio came Sept. 12 to be LCHS's new dorm parents from the Philippines. They have two...
When you invest, you’ll find that knowledge is power. The more you know about your investment choices, and who is offering them, the better prepared you’ll be to make good decisions. And this diligence can also help protect you against investment scams. How widespread is this activity? Consider this: Investment fraud losses totaled more than $4.5 billion in 2023, according to the FBI’s Internet Crime Report. Here are some common types of scams: • Cryptocurrency – Not all cryptocurrency offers are scams, but many are. The scammers...
We took some time off last week. Dennis and I celebrated his birthday by going to Billings. There was some shopping, a nice supper, and the next day he had his Vette serviced. And there was a bit more shopping. The "change oil soon" light came on shortly before we arrived. That trip took care of two days I could have been getting some "put the garden to bed" chores done. I knew we were doing that trip, so I had a couple marathon days earlier in the week. I repotted so many houseplants my hands...
10 Years Ago Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2014 The people of the small town of Nashua have once again proven that small town characteristics are some of the most valuable assets we can possess. Robert Buck, a junior at Belt High School, was injured during a football game and was in the ICU in Great Falls. Nashua Athletic Director Jessica Nagy explained that after students and faculty read the story, they saw the GoFundMe account and a fundraising drive went underway. All efforts combined allowed the...
