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  • Glasgow High School Educational Trust Receives Baker Memorials

    Linda Allie, For the Courier|May 24, 2017

    To all of those fortunate enough to call him family or friend, the late Donald J. Baker's generous spirit was well known. Now, thanks to his extraordinary bequests to numerous Montana foundations, that spirit will become a living legacy in perpetuity. One of those foundations, the Glasgow High School Educational Trust, is honored and humbled to announce the receipt of $732,791.70 ($34,886.27 to be added to an existing endowment within the trust in the names of L.J. and Jean Baker, his parents,... Full story

  • Memorial Program Features GHS Speakers

    James Walling, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    This year’s Memorial Day program from the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars will feature students from Glasgow High School. They will discuss various American memorials they visited on a recent trip to Washington D.C. The program will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Glasgow Civic Center. Vietnam era vets are encouraged to sign in at the door to receive pins commemorating their service. Those eligible for the honor have dates of service ranging from Feb. 1961 to May 1975. Veterans from all branches of service are qualified to receive a... Full story

  • Special Election Set for Thursday

    Dane Osen, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    Election Day for the special election for Montana’s at-large congressional district is set for Thursday, May 25. This will be the first election held since the recent change in voting districts in Valley County, where voting districts were aligned with house districts and the number of precincts were reduced to three. All in-person voting, no matter where you reside in Valley County, will now take place at the Glasgow Civic Center. Valley County Clerk and Recorder Lynn Nyquist also added that they will be hand-tallying the votes for the... Full story

  • Downtown Venue a Good Fit for Quist Event

    James Walling, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    A packed house welcomed Rob Quist at the Loaded Toad coffee shop and Sean R. Heavey gallery on May 18. The Democrat is challenging Republican Greg Gianforte and Libertarian Mark Wicks for Montana's at-large congressional district seat in the upcoming special election. Speaking to area voters, Quist outlined his positions on healthcare (supports the ACA, with improvements), women's reproductive rights (pro-choice), and land use issues, distinguishing himself from Gianforte on the latter issue by... Full story

  • Glasgow's Swing Choir Performs at Ridgerunners

    Dane Osen, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    Glasgow's Swing Choir did not disappoint at their annual spring concert held May 18, at the Ridge Runners Club. The performance has become quite an attraction, with this year's concert drawing almost 400 people. The performance featured the choir's take on several pop songs that spanned several generations and genres. The energy from the group had several in attendance leaving their seats and dancing as the troupe performed masterfully. A lot of time goes into preparing for the gig. Swing Choir... Full story

  • Working Artist Reitler Represents the Region

    Michelle Bigelbach, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    Cat Reitler (formerly Sugg) is a talented local artist who creates unique pieces here in Glasgow and throughout the state. Her original prints are available for purchase through Amazon, which allows her work to be shipped to other parts of the country as well. She recently created a piece for the Montana Warriors on the Water auction coming up on Saturday, July 15. The painting features a bull elk over the Missouri Breaks. After her formal arts schooling, Reitler owned and operated the Goodkind... Full story

  • Remembering Mason Moore

    A.J. Etherington, Valley County Voices|May 24, 2017

    It saddens me that this week we will memorialize a father, a husband and a Broadwater County Sheriff Deputy whose life was taken at far too young of an age. This being May, it is also the month of memorializing those who served and gave their lives in battle for this country. Not to make this about myself, but I served three tours over seas with the Marine Corps, and after returning to Montana, I tried my hand in law enforcement for a few months before taking the National Guard Recruiting job here in Glasgow. I will say that the two jobs -...

  • Weekend at Bernie's

    Tess Fahlgren, Truth Nukem|May 24, 2017

    On Saturday (May 20) I attended the political rally for Rob Quist with special guest Bernie Sanders in Butte, Mont. It began with two locals sharing their healthcare stories. A woman who had battled cancer three different times, is now facing loss of healthcare due to pre-existing conditions. While “high risk pools” are the Republicans’ answer to this problem, those pools will drive up the cost of healthcare for people in need that many will have to simply choose against enrollment. When this woman dealt with high risk pools before the...

  • Hello, Operator?

    Gwen Cornwell, Remember When|May 24, 2017

    Do you remember picking up the telephone and getting an operator? I only vaguely remember those days. If you have more accurate memories, please forgive me and feel free to give me a call. As I recall, once you picked up your phone receiver, the operator answered by saying “number please” at which time you gave her the number you wished to be connected to. If you lived in a small community, which had a local telephone office, you might not even have to give the number you needed. All you might need to do was ask to be connected to the...

  • All This and Angels Too

    Helen Depuydt, Saco Stories|May 24, 2017

    The headlines read: "Well-Known Educator Killed in Car Accident." But there was much more to that. Russell Grandel, geologist, his wife, Mary Ellen, R.N., along with their nearly 2-year-old son, Frazier, were hit by this man who came at them from the opposite lane. The Grandels were just moving into their newly-purchased home in the valley of Palmer, Alaska, and had decided to take a break by driving to nearby Wasilla. Russell, my son-in-law, saw the vehicle coming at them, but couldn’t completely avoid it. The impact was terrific. All the...

  • Celebrations, Stories, and Spiritual Needs

    Sandy Laumeyer, Just a Thought|May 24, 2017

    There are two upcoming events in Valley County in June and September that are a testimony to determination, hard work, communities pulling together, but most of all to hope and faith. In late June, the Bethel Grain Church north of Nashua will celebrate its 100th anniversary. Late September will see the parish of Queen of Angels Catholic Church, in Nashua, celebrating its 100th anniversary. Several years ago, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Nashua had its 100th anniversay. To me, these celebrations hold stories of groups of people who had a...

  • Letter to the Editor

    May 24, 2017

    To the COMMUNITY: I entered your town on Thursday with a heavy heart from the loss of a friend named Tim (Timmy) Young. I, like you, had all the questions and emotions running through my mind from the moment I received the shocking news on Sunday. I was fortunate to know Tim for a few years and unfortunate (very) not to have known him longer. He joined our family as Tim Young and became Timmy to those of us at Food Services of America. Throughout the course of my life, I have made several trips “north to the Hi-Line” and this one was to be... Full story

  • Letter to the Editor

    May 24, 2017

    I am still so amazed at the town of Glasgow, Montana for all the love and support that was shown to the Tim Young family this week after his untimely death. I have never seen a town come together as this one has. I am a 2nd or 3rd cousin? and I wished I had known the Tim Young you all had the privilege of knowing. I believe he loved everyone from young to old and I don’t think he ever had an enemy. The services they had for Tim told it all!! The center was packed with people and I’m thinking maybe 600 - 700 people but was told later that... Full story

  • Upcoming Events in the Area

    May 24, 2017

    WEDNESDAY – MAY 24 6 p.m. - Hi-Line Sportsmen monthly business meeting at the Glasgow Elks. The public is welcome to attend. The Hi-Line Sportsmen meet monthly on the third Wednesday of each month. THURSDAY – MAY 25 9:30 a.m. - The Nashua Community is invited to the Ladies’ Coffee Hour every Thursday at the Nashua Senior Center. FRIDAY – MAY 26 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. - Medicaid/SNAP Update - Understand the basics of different terms used and how they relate to the Affordable Care Act/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program at the Glasgow-Cit... Full story

  • Timothy Michael Young

    May 24, 2017

    Timothy Michael Young passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2017, of natural causes while camping at Zortman, Mont. He was born on June 13, 1983, in Albuquerque, N.M., to Terry E. Young and Debra (Stenswick) Young. He was a graduate of the Glasgow High School class of 2002. He was perhaps best known for his sense of humor, hilarious phrases and ability to make anyone in the world laugh until tears filled their eyes. He lit up a room when he entered with his infectious laugh and booming personality. He... Full story

  • Bernard Thomas 'Bunky' Sullivan

    May 24, 2017

    Bernard Thomas "Bunky" Sullivan Jr., 84, died Saturday, May 20, 2017, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow, Mont., following an extended illness. He was actively involved in St. Raphael's Catholic Church, where his memorial services will be celebrated at a later date in June. He was born Sept. 16, 1932, in Great Falls, the son of Bernard and Elsie Mae (Illman) Sullivan. At age 3, he and his parents moved to Glasgow, where his mother's family had homesteaded just northeast of the presen... Full story

  • Denise Lucy Fuhrmann

    May 24, 2017

    Denise Lucy Fuhrmann, 75, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2017, from complications after suffering brain seizures at St. Vincent Medical Center in Billings. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 25, at 2 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church in Glasgow, with Pastor Herb Sand officiating, followed by burial at the Highland Cemetery in Glasgow. She was born on Nov. 7, 1941, in Glasgow, Mont., to Joseph Birkoski and Jennie Sobolewski. She worked for many years in the health care field, first as... Full story

  • Leone Rasmussen

    May 24, 2017

    On Tuesday, May 2, 2017, Leone Durocher Rasmussen passed away peacefully in her sleep in Broomfield, Colo. Her 97 years on earth has had a huge impact on all of those who she leaves behind. She now joins all of those in heaven who preceded her and now welcome her home. As per her wishes, Leone's ashes will be buried with her beloved Alvin in Columbia Falls, Mont., at a time to be determined. She was born in Malta, Mont., on May 29, 1920. There, she met and married Alvin Rasmussen on July 3, 1940... Full story

  • Casper Martin "Cap" Czyzeski

    May 24, 2017

    Casper Martin "Cap" Czyzeski was born Oct. 28, 1930, in Glasgow, Mont., to parents Peter and Victoria Czyzeski. He grew up in the Glasgow area and lived there until age 56. He married Patsy Jennings in 1949, and together they raised five children. He owned and operated a residential and commercial contracting business, Cap's Painting, starting at the Opheim Air Force Base, and later to the Glasgow Air Force Base, as the base was being developed in the 60s. He was dubbed in the community of... Full story

  • Judith (Stuart) Mazzuca

    May 24, 2017

    Judith (Stuart) Mazzuca was born in Havre, Mont., on Sept. 4, 1932, and died in Omaha, Neb., on Friday, May 19, 2017. Visitation begins Thursday, May 25, at 4 p.m. at John A. Gentleman Mortuaries, 72nd Street Chapel, Omaha, Neb., with a Wake Service at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, May 26, at 10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Omaha. Interment will be in the Omaha National Cemetery on Saturday, May 27, at 11 a.m. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joyce and A... Full story

  • Lillian Hopkins-Smith

    May 24, 2017

    Lillian "Cissy" Celina Hopkins-Smith, "Medicine Woman," was called home to the Creator on Thursday, May 11, 2017, at the age of 85. She was born Aug. 23, 1931, to Abel Hopkins and Fola Bigby in a tent, alongside Enemy Swim Lake in Sisseton, S.D. Per the traditional way of life, her older brother was given to her grandparents to be raised, thus placing her into the role of the oldest child. She cared for her siblings as she did her own children. With intentions of changing her way of life, she... Full story

  • Edmond Ellis Cole

    May 24, 2017

    Edmond Ellis Cole passed away with family by his side on Saturday, May 20, 2017, of compilations from IPF and a stroke. Memorial services will be held at a later date. He was born on Sept. 29, 1972. He is proceeded in death by his parents, Dennis and Judy Cole; and grandparents, Claude and Alpha Traver, and Forrest and Hilda Cole. Survivors include six siblings, Terrace, Shannon and his wife, Jennifer, Derwin and his wife, Danise, Denise, Robert and his wife, Helen, Danial and his wife, Nicole;... Full story

  • Scotties Sweep Divisional Meet

    Georgie Kulczyk, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    Glasgow hosted the Northern B Divisional track meet on May 20, with 11 teams showing up to compete. Although there were some disappointed Scotties, the team as a whole had a super day of competition. Head coach Tim Phillips was pleased with both the boys and girls. "I don't think anybody had a bad day," he said. "We had some who didn't compete at their best, but with that many kids, it's bound to happen." Six individual champions contributed to Glasgow's success. For the boys, Luke Breigenzer... Full story

  • On To State:

    Georgie Kulczyk, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    It was another impressive display of talent, athleticism and endurance at the Eastern BC Softball Tournament held in Glasgow May 18, 19 and 20. Sullivan Park swelled with fans and players looking for some solid entertainment during the two-day tournament, and the Scotties didn't disappoint. Following two early blow-outs against Colstrip (15-0) and Cut Bank (14-5) on Friday, the Scotties came back the next day to play three straight games against Huntley Project. The Red Devils were the only... Full story

  • Weather Interrupts State Golf

    Georgie Kulczyk, The Courier|May 24, 2017

    The Scottie golfers traveled to Shelby for the State B golf meet last week. The meet was originally scheduled to run May 16 and 17, but in typical Montana fashion, weather interrupted the event and the second day of competition was postponed until May 18. Making the trip for the Scotties were: Blaine Myrick, Ike Braaten, Kaden Fossum, Oden Hallock and Cody Ross for the boys, Heidi Moon, Lexie Pehlke, Fallon Larsen and Taylor Palm for the girls. After the two-day meet, the Scottie boys finished eleventh overall and the girls finished ninth... Full story

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