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  • Valley View Reels from DPHHS Inspection

    A.J. Etherington, For The Courier|Jun 1, 2016

    Valley View nursing home (VVH) is a long-term care facility in Glasgow that provides the region with an invaluable community service. Recently, the facility received a troubling quality assurance review by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS). Specifically, DPHHS found that VVH was responsible for three immediate jeopardy deficiencies, constituting unusually serious infractions. According to Health Management Services Vice President Karl Rude, the deficiencies were related to, “resident falls, neglect and abuse, a...

  • Election Information

    Parker Kulczyk, The Courier|Jun 1, 2016

    Montana’s primary election is set for Tuesday June 7, and Valley County voters have a lot of opportunity to do their civic duty and make their voices heard. Polling places will be open for voters as follows: Precinct 1, Fort Peck (Fort Peck Recreation Hall): 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Precinct 2, Frazer (Frazer New Community Hall): 12-8 p.m. Precinct 3, Hinsdale (Hinsdale Legion Hall): 12-8 p.m. Precinct 4, Glasgow (Glasgow Civic Center): 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Precinct 5, NE Glasgow (Glasgow Civic Center): 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Precinct 6, Nashua (Nashua Senior Citizen C... Full story

  • Glasgow Police Department

    For The Courier|Jun 1, 2016

    On Friday, June 3, and Saturday, June 4, the Glasgow Police Department and the Valley Veterinary Clinic will be hosting the annual program for animal licensing and administration of rabies shots at the South Side Fire Hall. The hours of the program are Friday, June 3 from 6-7 p.m. and Saturday, June 4 from 10-11 a.m. The cost for a license is $5 for a neutered or spayed animal and $20 for a non-spayed or neutered animal. All licenses are good for one year from July 1 to June 30. A new license must be purchased every year. The Glasgow Police... Full story

  • Daines Named 'Hero of Main Street'

    Marcie Kinzel, For The Courier|Jun 1, 2016

    U.S. Senator Steve Daines announced he has received the "Hero of Main Street" award from the National Retail Federation for his support of legislation critical to the retail industry. "I'm proud to be recognized for my efforts supporting local Montana business owners that create good-paying jobs," Daines stated. Daines is part of a bipartisan group honored for their support of a wide range of issues including international trade, infrastructure investment, tax reform and labor issues. "Senator...

  • Theropoda Expeditions Announces Discovery of 'Rees Rex'

    Thomas Heitkamp|Jun 1, 2016

    Theropoda Expeditions, a leading dinosaur exploration, preparation, and mounting company announced today its discovery of Rees Rex, a new and noteworthy specimen of the iconic Tyrannosaurus rex. The new find has a nearly complete skull and joins other notable T. rex specimens, such as “Peck Rex” and the Smithsonian’s “Wankel Rex”, all of which were discovered in Montana’s Hell Creek. Rees Rex was uncovered in the summer of 2015, on a private ranch in McCone County, Mont. after a few scattered tail bone fragments were discovered weathering...

  • Strides of Hope

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  • Derby Sees Bigger Crowd, More Cars

    James Walling, The Courier|Jun 1, 2016

    The latest incarnation of the Milk River Motorsports Demolition Derby saw increases in both attendance and participation on May 28 at the Valley County fairgrounds. Organizers Josh Thompson, Garth Loftsgaard and Rob Brunelle made some date changes and other fine tuning that paid off, with 21 cars entering competition (up from 10 in June, 2015) and more than 700 spectators in the stands. Milk River is currently in its fourth year as the nonprofit in charge of the derby. According to secretary...

  • Scottie Softball Fourth in the State

    Georgie Kulczyk, The Courier|Jun 1, 2016

    Despite their best efforts, the Scottie softball team was unable to bring home hardware from the state tournament in Kalispell. Bracketing, contentious calls, and foul weather may have been contributing factors in the disappointing results. Glasgow faced Florence in their first game on Thursday. During warm-ups just prior to the game, a lightning strike initiated a mandatory waiting period before play could begin. Then, following the first few innings, the sky opened up with a heavy spring...

  • Track Season Comes to an End for Scotties

    Georgie Kulczyk, For The Courier|Jun 1, 2016

    GEORGIE KULCZYK THE COURIER The atmosphere at the State B Track and Field Meet was remarkable. There were all the usual distractions and performances, but they were more pronounced. The starter's gun seemed to crack a little louder - even more so when it popped off twice, signaling a false start. The aroma of menthol was prevalent and athletic tape was in abundance. Tears flowed more freely and celebrations were less inhibited. The state meet also had more defined rules that were strictly...

  • Venice Marlene Johnson

    Jun 1, 2016

    Venice "Marlene" Johnson, age 82, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away at the Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. She was born on Nov. 9, 1933, in Vernal, Utah, to Ross and Venice Rooks. She attended and finished school in Rangely, Colo. She attended two years of college at Mesa State College in Grand Junction, Colo., where she studied to be a teacher for physical education. As a child, she enjoyed horseback riding, playing with her dog, crocheting, embroidery and spending time... Full story

  • Calendar of Upcoming Events in the Area

    Jun 1, 2016

    THURSDAY – JUNE 2 7 p.m. - Global Market and Local Agricultural Trends presented by Don Fast at the Pioneer Museum in Glasgow. Around 9 p.m. – There will be a summer movie night, “Sandlot,” on the GHS football field. Cost is $2 per person. Concessions will be open. No carry-in beverages and/or food will be allowed in. Bring a blanket to sit on. If you bring chairs, you will have to sit towards the back. Sponsored by the GHS Annual group. FRIDAY – JUNE 3 6-7 p.m. - Vaccine Clinic at the Glasgow Fire Hall. Call Valley Veterinary Clinic at 228-24... Full story

  • Barbara Jean Hatcher

    Jun 1, 2016

    Barbara Jean (Carswell) Hatcher, 70, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2016, at the Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital. She was born Dec. 24, 1945, in Glasgow, to Cameron W. Carswell and Susie Penner. She was a hard worker and she took pride in everything she did. She worked at the Milk River Activity Center with Doyle Euell. She was Doyle's first graduate. She began working in the laundry at Valley View Home and later went to the Cottonwood Inn. She retired from the Cottonwood... Full story

  • Gordon Lee Brown

    Jun 1, 2016

    Gordon Lee Brown, age 77, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2016, at his home in Glasgow, Mont. Services will be held at the Bell Mortuary in Glasgow on Saturday, June 4, at 2 p.m., with Pastor Tom Fauth officiating. A gathering and lunch will be held at the VFW in Glasgow immediately following the service. He was born in Glasgow on Sept. 16, 1938, to Harold and Virginia (Beadle) Brown. He was a Glasgow Scottie alumni of the class of 1956. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 1956 and served... Full story

  • APR: Vision vs. Reality

    Rose Stoneberg, Managing Management|Jun 1, 2016

    American Serengeti. The fauna of the real Serengeti must migrate because of seasonal weather conditions. Those conditions do not exist in our more temperate climate. Also, read the fascinating 2002 Guardian article by George Monbiot (available online), in which he describes the creation of the real Serengeti as an “ethnic cleansing programme” of “possibly the longest-inhabited place on earth.” History. The Original Americans have a long history in this area. The Blackfeet were cattlemen. Small pox decimated the Blackfeet. (Actually, this is...

  • APR's Plans for PN Ranch

    Sean Gerrity, American Prairie Reserve|Jun 1, 2016

    American Prairie Reserve recently acquired the historic PN Ranch north of Winifred. Over time we look forward to making this nearly 50,000-acre property (combined private and leased public acres) available to the public for camping, fishing, floating the Judith and Missouri Rivers, mountain biking and hunting as well as walking, horseback riding and driving through the beautiful scenery. Please visit the American Prairie Reserve website to learn about the location of the property and its relation to our other properties. As with each...

  • Their Sacrifice Was Not in Vain

    Ryan Zinke, Zeroing In|Jun 1, 2016

    Since the first battles at Lexington and Concord on April 19, 1775, American men and women have laid down their lives for something larger than themselves. When the first Memorial Day was celebrated in 1868, our nation remembered the nearly 750,000 Americans who died in a war that shaped our destiny and defined its character. From WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and the fights for freedom and peace from terrorism around the globe, the American troops have been a beacon of hope and a symbol of freedom and liberty from oppression for those who would...

  • Memorial Day In Hinsdale

    SSG Etherington, Memorial Message|Jun 1, 2016

    The following is a copy of a speech given by SSG AJ Etherington to the American Legion Post 45 Memorial Day Celebration in Hinsdale. As is the case with so many who have done this before me I am overwhelmed by the daunting task of memorializing and honoring those who have given everything in service to this nation, to our way of life and to the causes of freedom, liberty and justice around the globe. I am humbled and frightened by the challenge. So to ease in let me start with someone else’s words. President Reagan said, in his 1986 Memorial Da...

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  • Valley County Primary Election Results, June 8, 2016

    Jun 1, 2016

    VALLEY COUNTY PRIMARY RESULTS (Posted at 8:30 a.m.) President – Dem Primary Hillary Clinton 344 Bernie Sanders 337 No preference 56 President – Rep Jeb Bush 42 Ted Cruz 161 John Kasich 96 Marco Rubio 58 Donald Trump 1,250 No preference 99 Governor – Dem Steve Bullock 621 Bill McChesney 98 Governor – Rep Greg Gianforte 1,340 Terry Nelson 237 State Senate District 16 – Dem Bobbi Favel 18 LeAnn Montes 43 Frank Smith 108 State Senate District 16 – Rep G. Bruce Meyers 212 State Senate District 17 – Dem Douglas Adolphson 424 State Senate Distri... Full story