Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
Serving Proudly As The Voice Of Valley County Since 1913
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as state veterinary and public health officials, are investigating an illness among primarily older dairy cows in Texas, Kansas, and New Mexico that is causing decreased lactation, low appetite, and other symptoms. As of March 25, unpasteurized, clinical samples of milk from sick cattle collected from two dairy farms in Kansas and one in Texas, as well as an oropharyngeal swab from another dairy in Texas,...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards on March 28 show 280 cattle sold. Utility and commercial cows brought in $115 to $132.50; canner and cutter cows $85 to $110; young feeding/turnout cows $150 to $240; and bulls $130 to $157. Gibbs Red Angus Production Auction, hosted by the Pat Gibbs family of Jordan, was held. A total of 29 Red Angus bulls sold with an average of $4,359. The top bull sold for 46,750 and the top 10 average was $5,875. Lot 9 GIB 3047 Hedge Fund sold to Larry Stensland, of Wolf Point, for $6,750. Lot 24 GIB 3401 Legend...
These individuals maintained a GPA of 3.500 or above while earning a Varsity letter in their respective MHSA activity. Wrestling-- Riley Clampitt Khye Gamas Gabe Munroe Joaquin Torres Gracie Baker (MGR) Karsyn Sillerud (MGR) Laynee Simpson (MGR) Basketball-- Paityn Britzman Joely Chappell Riley Evenson-Glasoe Hannah Holinde Haleigh Huntsman Gina Page Ava Runner Mayzie Yoakam Lacey White Josie Kemp (MGR) Mia Peterson (MGR) Phyllis Yoakam (MGR) Cade Hudyma Noah Runner Myles Yoakam Andrew Linder (MGR) Rex Monson (MGR) Jensina Tweten (MGR) Speech...
Montana Coaches Association (MCA) is pleased to announce that Amber Erickson, coach of the North Country Mavericks girls basketball team, was selected as the Class C girls basketball Coach Of Year for the winter sport. She will be honored at the 2024 MCA Awards Ceremony at 11:30 a.m., on Aug. 1, at CMR High in Great Falls. She will be honored alongside other coaches who were selected from the winter sports season including wrestling, boys’ basketball and swimming....
Glasgow Ice Dawg high school players were recently honored at State this year. These accolades were the following: All-State Forward – Bode Barnett All-East Defense – Brody Hansen and Tatum Hansen Hat Trick Award (three assists in one game) – Bode Barnett, Tavin Boland, Kimber Dulaney and Zevin Kummerfeldt Zero Club (Shut Out) – Jacob Potter Barnett was selected for the Big Sky High School All-State Team where he will be playing forward, while the Hansen brothers, Brody and Tatum, were selected for the All-East Team, both as defense...
The Glasgow Kiwanis Club presented BUG (Bring Up Grades) Awards to 37 students at the Glasgow Middle School who improved grades between the second and third grading periods. They were presented with Kiwanis BUG Certificates prepared by the Chamber of Commerce, and served ice cream provided by the Kiwanis Club. Assisting were Kiwanis President Wade Sundby, Secretary Charles Wilson, Builders Club advisors Laurie Enebo and Nicole Boos and Glasgow High School Key Club students Aspen Probert, Hannah...
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT)and its partners, Sletten Construction and Morrison-Maierle, plan to replace up to eight timber bridges in the Glasgow area during the 2024 construction season. These bridge replacements are part of the Timber Bridges – Glasgow Area project, which replaced seven timber bridges last year. “We’ve collaborated closely with our partners and implemented innovative programs to expedite the design and completion of these bridge replacements,” said MDT Glendive District Administrator Shane Mintz. “It is...
The Montana Department of Commerce has announced that 32 Montana towns, cities and counties will share more than $1 million of grant funding to help develop and plan infrastructure projects to increase the health and safety for those communities and their residents. The funding is through Commerce’s Montana Coal Endowment Program (MCEP). The North Valley County Water and Sewer District will receive $18,885.72 of MCEP planning grant funding to complete a water preliminary engineering report. “It is vital that Montana communities have safe and...
In February, Montana’s total employment and labor force continued to grow, a sign that Montanans are continuing to join the workforce even with a record number of people working in the state. Montana’s unemployment rate rose to 3.4 percent in February as more workers entered the labor force. The unemployment rate for the United States increased to 3.9 percent. Total employment (which includes payroll, agricultural, and self-employed workers) increased slightly in February, while the labor force added 350 workers. Payroll employment increased by...
Submissions are open for the 2024 Montana Law Enforcement Appreciation Poster Contest, Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced. Elementary school students across Montana are invited to submit artwork showing their appreciation for Montana law enforcement officers who risk their lives every day to keep our communities safe. The contest is a partnership between the Attorney General’s Office and Montana Highway Patrol to promote public service and showcase Montanans’ respect and gratitude for law enforcement officers. “This contest is a great...
The Valley County Comprehensive Child Find Screening will be held on Thursday, April 4, and Friday, April 5, at the First Lutheran Church in Glasgow from 9 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. This screening is for all children from birth to school entry age. The purpose of this screening is to find children who may need special help AND to help facilitate Irle School kindergarten registration. The screening assessments include the following areas: --Hearing for children of all age --Speech for children three years old and older. --Gross/Fine Motor... Full story
Veteran service officers for the Montana Veterans Affairs will be visiting the following locations and times to meet with veterans who are interested in applying for benefits. Service officers will be in Glasgow at the VA Clinic from 1-4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9. They will also be in Malta on Wednesday, April 10, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., at the Malta City Hall. If you would like to apply for benefits with the VA please come and see the Veteran Service Officer at the appointed time and bring a copy of your discharge/separation (DD214) papers with... Full story
Governor’s Office of Community Service (ServeMontana), Reach Higher Montana, and Montana Campus Compact (MTCC) are pleased to announce 100 Montana high school seniors have been awarded Youth Serve Montana Scholarships. This scholarship is offered in two awards, $1,000 for 50-99 hours of service and $1,500 for 100+ hours of service to attend a Montana Campus Compact member institution next fall. Glasgow High School’s Tanner White was awarded an $1,000 Youth Serve Montana Scholarship Recipients serving 50-99 hours of service. “We are honor...
The best basketball players from the state of Montana came to MSU-Northern in Havre to promote their talents and participate in the 37th Hi-Line Invitational Tournament this past weekend. Representing Class B was Glasgow freshman Cade Hudyma, while Lustre Christian sophomore Johnslee Pierre represented Class C on the boys teams. North Country junior Shelbi LaBrie and North Country senior Teagan Erickson represented on the Class C girls team. Pierre was placed on the Boys All-Star Team and also...
Glasgow Ice Dawgs Mite team traveled to Sidney this past weekend to participate in the Big Sky State Games March 23 through 24. The Bash Bros, comprised of Oliver Turner, Bryker Bates, Kerrick Kalinski, Corban Hystad, Bridger Brooks, Taelynn Henry, Maddux Feit and Benson Rasmusan under the direction of Coach Torey Rasmusan, the team took second place and brought home the silver medal. The team went undefeated into the Championship and lost 9-11 to the same team they beat 11-9 in their opening...
March 19, National Ag Day and to recognize Montana ag, Senator Daines made the following statement: “Montana’s rich ag legacy helps make us special, and it’s an important part of our Montana way of life. Today on National Ag Day, and every day, I’m thankful for the Montana farmers and ranchers that work sun up to sun down to help feed our state, nation and the world.” Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) also released the following statement in celebration of National Ag Day: “Today and every day, we recognize farmers and ranchers across the...
At Double X Bar Farm & Ranch in Helena, Governor Greg Gianforte proclaimed March 2024 Montana Agriculture Month on March 19. In his proclamation, the governor also declared the week of March 17-23, 2024, Montana Agriculture Week, and March 19, 2024, Montana Agriculture Day. “Montana is known around the world for its superior-quality beef and commodities,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Now more than ever before, it’s important we uplift our producers and support the folks who nourish our communities, create good-paying jobs, and add value to our sup...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards on March 21 show 460 cattle sold. Cows and bulls were very light test, however very strong market on all classes. Utility and commercial cows brought in $115 to $133.50; canner and cutter cows $85 to 4110; young feeding/turnout cows $150 to $205; and bulls $125 to $145.50. Bangs vaccinated replacement heifers brought in $1,675 to $1,875 per head. Three-to-six-year old bred cows brought in $2,900 to $3,200; seven to solid mouth bred cows $2,550 to $2,850; and short-term broken mouth cows $2,050 to...
A total of three candidates have applied to run for the vacate Valley County Commissioner District 3 seat currently held by Commissioner Mary Armstrong. Michael Carney, Mitchell Willett, and Jeff Alsberg will all be on the ballot during the Primary Election in June. The top two candidates will move onto the ballot during the General Election in November. Shelley Bryan will retain her position as Valley County Clerk of District Court; she is the only filing for that office. The Town of Nashua has two positions open and four candidates have...
The City of Glasgow Public Works Department would like to notify users of the City’s bulk water fill station that the fill station is back online. The station became inoperable on Jan. 14, 2024; however, the station has been repaired and bulk water users are now able to use their swipe cards to acquire water from the station as normal. We apologize for any inconvenience caused while the station was out of service. If bulk water users experience any ongoing issues with the functionality of the station, please contact the City office at 2...
The Montana Department of Revenue warns all Montanans to be aware of numerous scams and frauds related to their tax information and refunds. The most recent scam involves the advertising of a 1-800 number for the Department of Revenue that mimics the department’s call center number. When the taxpayer called that number, they were routed to a fraudster who attempted to get the taxpayer’s social security number and immediate payment for money that the taxpayer allegedly owed. Thankfully, the taxpayer was already suspicious of the number and ins...
To parents of preschool children in the Hinsdale Community who would like to have them participate in a free Early Childhood Screening, it has been set for: Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Place: Hinsdale School Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Call Gwyn at 406-364-2314 for appointments. Sponsored by the Bear Paw Cooperative.... Full story
Two $1,000 Sidney and Elaine Sulser Memorial scholarships will be awarded to Glasgow High School 2024 graduating seniors through the Glasgow Scottie Booster Club. One scholarship will be awarded to a student attending a four-year college or university. One scholarship will be awarded to a student attending a two-year Community College or Trade School. Applications can be picked up at the Glasgow High School. Mail to: Glasgow Scottie Booster Club P.O. Box 735, Glasgow, MT 59230 The application due date is April 8, 2024....
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that agricultural producers and private landowners can begin signing up for the general Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) through March 29, 2024. This conservation opportunity gives producers tools to conserve wildlife habitat while achieving other conservation benefits, including sequestering carbon and improving water quality and soil health. “The USDA has a long track record of fostering and supporting the vital relationship between agriculture and conservation, and the Conservation Re...
The market report for the Glasgow Stockyards on March 14, show 606 cattle sold. Utility and commercial cows brought in $110 to $127.50; canner and cutter cows $85 to $110; young feeding/turnout cows $130 to $215.75. Bred heifers brought in $2,625 to $2,725 with 19 head; three to six-year bred cows $2,500 to $2,875; middle-age bred cows $2,200 to $2,500; and short-term bred cows $1,900 to $2,300. Consignors: Nashua 2015 Bull $140 Frazer 2115 Bull $132 Glasgow 1658 bulls $129.50 Hinsdale 2155 Cow $121 ($2,607.55/head!) Hinsdale 1753 Cows $119.25...
