Articles from the January 20, 2016 edition
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Designated Parking Area at GHS Receives New Signs
The family of the late Glenn Elletson, a dedicated Scottie fan, has provided new signs in his memory for the designated parking area at Glasgow High School. Assisting Don Elletson with the project...
'Not Guilty' Pleas Entered in Embezzlement Case
Mary Strand appeared in District Court, Tuesday, Jan. 19, for an arraignment hearing. Judge John McKeon advised the defendant of the charges, possible consequences and rights before she entered her pleas. Strand pleaded not guilty to the five felony...
Tasters Trio: Fiesta Mexicana
I admit it. I am intimidated by authentic Mexican restaurants. I become overwhelmed with the endless options on the giant menu, and I don't typically like to dine in restaurants that serve food I...
Lucky Clover Seeks Funds
The Nashua Lucky Clover Club is one of the oldest branches of 4-H in the state. Chartered in 1954, the club has been a consistent contributor to community causes throughout its history. According to...
City Releases Grant Disbursement Figures
The City of Glasgow is currently overseeing the distribution of $697,044.63 in grants raised beginning in 2014. A little less than half the total amount ($333,167) is designated for use by a new drug court. According to Mayor Becky Erickson, “This... Full story
Republican Mike Lang Announces Candidacy for Montana Senate
According to a recent press release, Representative Mike Lang has announced his intent to run for the Montana Senate District 17 seat, which has most recently been held by John Brenden from N.E....
Deadline for FFA Scholarship Opportunity is Approaching
Farm Equipment Sales and John Deere are pleased to announce they are working with the National FFA Foundation to award college scholarships to local members. Four $2,000 scholarships will be awarded...
-23 Degrees F
This shot of a cow calmly enduring a -23 degree day in Northeastern Montana was captured on Jan. 17... Full story
Why Does the Thought Exist?
“Did you hear about the new baby the Murphys had?” “No. Is there a problem?” “Yes. The child is retarded. What kind of life will she have?” Two people take seats at a table in a restaurant. As they look to the occupants at the table to...
Candidates and Questions
Last week a friend asked me what I would write about if there were to be no repercussions. He said he’d choose politics, and confided he didn’t think very highly of the current crop of presidential hopefuls. I’m in agreement with him on that to...
Forget Fact-Checking
As I read what used to be called the funny papers — which was actually the news section of a newspaper, not the comics — I continually wonder how people come up with viewpoints that are based on misinformation that is completely different than...
Holding the VA Accountable
Time and time again, when our nation is in need, Montanans answer the call of duty. We are all grateful for our veterans’ service to our nation, but just saying “thank you” is not enough. Vietnam veterans are entering their retirement years...
When State and Federal Governments Clash
“An elective despotism was not the government we fought for; but one in which the powers of government should be so divided and balanced among the several bodies of magistracy as that no one could transcend their legal limits without being...
Remembering Together
One of the great things about growing up and living in the same community most of your life is the opportunity to “Remember” with others who recall the same memories. I enjoy the opportunity to visit with readers, and have them share with me....
We Want Vaupel Back
I totally agree with Howard Pippin’s letter and his words about Virgil Vaupel’s “tell-it-like-it-is” articles in the Courier. Virgil’s great experiences, supported by facts, were a pleasure to read and it is too bad to lose his interesting...
David John Clowes
David John Clowes, 85, passed away Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at the Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont. He was born June 23, 1930, in Glasgow, Mont., and as a boy grew up on a farm on...
Sharon A. 'Kelly' Archambeault
Sharon A. "Kelly" (Neise) Archambeault passed away on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at the age of 72, from cancer and Alzheimer's disease. On March 16, 1943, she was born to her parents, Alton and Marlene...
Donald John Baker
Donald John Baker, 73, was enjoying a hunting trip in Mexico when he died unexpectedly of natural causes on Friday, Jan. 8, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at the...
Suzanne C. Brenna
Suzanne C. (Townsend) Brenna, 69, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Monday, Jan. 11, 2016, at the Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital with family by her side. A celebration of her life was held Friday,...
Helen Lorraine Inabnit
Heaven gained a beautiful angel Thursday, Dec. 24, 2015, when Helen Lorraine (Greenwood) Inabnit (58) passed away in Billings, Mont. She was born on Feb. 20, 1957, in Glasgow, Mont., to George and Edi...
Margaret Unrau
Margaret (Decker) Unrau, 95, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Friday, Jan. 15, 2016, at the Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016, at the...
Rita Alice Blount Talks Different
Rita Alice Blount Talks Different (Red Thunder Bird Woman), 71, of Frazer, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at the Billings Clinic. She fought a long battle with...
Idell R. Nicol
Idell R. (Kappes) Nicol, 81, of Nashua, Mont., passed away Thursday, Jan. 14, 2016, at Valley View Nursing Home in Glasgow, Mont. She was born Oct. 28, 1934, in Wolf Point, Mont., to Martin and Lydia...
June M. Simanton
June M. (Walters) Simanton, 82, retired lab and X-ray technician, died Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at the Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m., Friday,...