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An annual event the community looks forward to year after year, is the Milk River Christmas Store shopping spree, which was held on Nov. 30 at the Milk River Activity Center. With assistance from volunteers, such as the Glasgow High School Student Council, local Valley County 4-H kids and individual community members, kids of all ages had the opportunity to shop for their loved ones. Oftentimes it's hard for kids to truly pick out gifts for their loved ones and keep it a surprise as usually...
Glasgow High School Student Council students were one of the many volunteers during the 32nd Annual Thanksgiving Day dinner held Nov. 28, at the Glasgow Senior Citizens Center. Pictured left to right are Kimber Dulaney, Rod Karst, Josie Kemp, Nick Solorzano and Annika Smith getting dinner rolls cut and prepared for the table. In addition to the Glasgow High School student council, several volunteers gathered together to prepare and serve the meal, including Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day...
The Valley County Hope Project Festival of Trees 20th annual fundraising event was held Nov. 22, at the Elks Lodge. With a prime rib dinner served with mashed potatoes, glazed squash and finished with an upside down spiced pear cake with caramel topping for dessert, the meal was catered by Doris Ozark and donated by Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital. Those in attendance for the dinner were served by the Tampico Boys 4H Club and AgWest. Throughout the previous week, and possibly longer depending...
John L. Gilbert, 90, passed away due to natural causes at his residence on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. John was born on July 4, 1934, in Glasgow, Mont., to Charles and Hope (Hall) Gilbert. He was raised in Glasgow, graduating from high school there. During his school years, John held several different jobs, including Markles Store, at the bowling alley setting the pins, and corralling the last of the wild horses around Fort Peck with his father. Immediately after graduation, John began working for... Full story
Dora (Pattison) Radakovich slipped peacefully into her Lord's hands on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, with her family by her side, after a very short illness. Family and friends will gather at Bell Mortuary, Glasgow, Mont., Thursday, Dec. 5 5 to 7 p.m. in remembrance of Dora. Dora's funeral will be at 1 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6, at Glasgow's First Lutheran Church with a grave side service to follow at Highland Cemetery and then a luncheon at the Lutheran Church at 2:30 p.m. Dora was born on May 30, 1926,... Full story
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014 The weather outside was a bit frightful, but the feast inside was delightful. After the morning's freezing rain melted, 170 plates of traditional holiday meals were served at the 24th annual Valley County Thanksgiving Day Dinner. A melting pot of folks representing this community's diversity – the needy and the fortunate, those with family here and those without, the old and the young – gathered at the Glasgow Senior Citizens Center in the American holiday's... Full story
EDITOR’S NOTE: Deadline for calendar additions is Mondays at noon. Please email your event to [email protected] or submit in person at the Courier office, 531 2nd Ave. S., Glasgow. Valley County Council On Aging Bingo is played Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 7 p.m. Through the winter, the Fort Peck Interpretive Center is open by appointment only to see the Center or for a Powerhouse Tour, 406-526-3493. Thursday, Nov. 28 Thanksgiving – Federal Holiday 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. – Thanksgiving Buffet at the Wood’s Dining Room. Serving 11 a.m. to 8... Full story
Robert Molvig, of Tampico, Mont., passed peacefully Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. Besides his parents, Agnes and Chris Molvig, he was preceded in death by his two older sisters, Dorothy Kolstad and Carol Kreer. His surviving siblings are Alyce Tracy, Charles, Donna Whittle, Kenneth, and Rick. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services are planned for late Spring 2025. Robert was THE definition of a family farmer. Other than his military time, he spent every day dedicated... Full story
The Courier 10 Years Ago Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014 You might see students from Glasgow High School, Soroptimist members and other various members of businesses and organizations standing in the intersections downtown Glasgow on Friday, Dec. 5. It's a 50-year tradition for the community to rally for funds to help provide clothing for children. The tradition started with the Glasgow Jaycees, a fraternal organization that accepted men between the ages of 21-35. The group had various projects... Full story
The Glasgow Ice Dawgs high school team opened their 2024-25 season in Helena Nov. 23 and 24 with two wins and a loss. Glasgow beat Helena 5-4 5-1 Saturday. Sunday, Glasgow lost the third game 3-1. Glasgow struck first in their first game, drawing both the first penalty and the first goal. Tavin Boland drew the first whistle four minutes into action and took a two minute break for tripping. The Dawgs also lit up the scoreboard first on a goal from Carter Holte, assist Reilly Llewellyn, with 9:45 left in the first period. Helena answered 24...
Glasgow High School alumni Kylie Lagerquist is in her first year at the University of Utah, playing Division 1 hockey for the Skatin' Utes after graduating from Bottineau College this past spring. During the matchup of games the first weekend of November against the Montana State-University Bobcats, the Utes skated and played the game for breast cancer awareness. As a result of her family's deep friendship with Glasgow's Gwendolyne Honrud, Lagerquist played in recognition of Honrud's breast...
The 32nd Annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner will be held Thursday, Nov. 28, at Glasgow Senior Citizens Center, located at 328 4th Street South. Last year 150 people enjoyed the dinner with hopes of exceeding that number, this coming year. Over the past 30 years approximately 5,400 people have enjoyed the event. There is always plenty of food and no one goes home hungry. Everyone is invited and encouraged to bring their families and friends to enjoy a delicious feast including turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, gravy, coleslaw, yams, cranberry... Full story
Nov. 15 A Meet-and-Greet wedding reception was held at the home of Pastor Frank and Debbie Lenihan on Nov. 9, for their oldest son, First Lieutenant Timothy and Annika Lenihan. A good number of folks came to congratulate them. Timothy is on active duty with the Army National Guards, stationed in Billings. His wife is an RN, beginning to work at Billings Clinic. She was from Bozeman, and they met at a wedding! They were married Oct. 11, on the top of a mountain in Red Lodge. We thank them for...
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014 It's been roughly over two decades since Glasgow lost its Christmas tree located downtown. The tree used to sit in the middle of the street on 2nd Ave. S and 4th St. S. A manhole was uncovered and a pot the city created to place the tree in helped hold the tree in place. Due to an accident several years ago, the city looked at the problems created by the tree's position and the liability issues. This year, several residents stopped to watch as a large tree... Full story
A total of 52 Glasgow Ice Dawgs, from Mites, Squirts and High School, attended the well-loved Lamoureux hockey camp at the Valley Event Center in Glasgow, Nov. 16 through 18. Throughout the three day camp, the players went through a series of drills and obstacles both off and on the ice. Under the direction of Mario Lamoureux and his coaches, all those who attended were tired by the end of the weekend, though they were all smiles as they left the rink at the end of the camp on Nov. 18. At the...
The VFW Post 3107 hosted their annual Veterans Day program at the Post on Nov. 11. The presentation was emceed by Courtney Anderson, who welcomed attendees and spoke of her background in the service. Phil Wilson and the Veteran Color Guard presented the Colors for the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem, played by Max Knodel. Veteran and post chaplain Jason Myers delivered the Invocation while Joe Yeoman and Nick Pulver addressed the audience regarding the history of Veterans Day and...
It’s that time of the year again! Pennies for Patients boxes are being distributed to businesses around town. We hope the community can spare a few pennies for patients with leukemia and other forms of blood cancer. If you have any questions, please call Ms. Kirkland at 406-230-6411. Thank you Glasgow! Glasgow High School’s Jobs for Montana’s Graduates (JMG)... Full story
Helen Florence (Farrell) Hunter, 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, at Valley View Nursing Home in Glasgow, Mont. A celebration of life will be held in the Spring of 2025. Helen was born Jan. 13, 1934, in Roundup, Mont., to Raymond and Dorothy (Ray) Farrell. She grew up in Cut Bank, Mont., graduating from Cut Bank High School and attended nursing school in Great Falls, Mont., graduating with a degree as a Registered Nurse. Helen met Lawrence Merlin Hunter in high school, and... Full story
Alysa Jensen, age, 23, from Hinsdale, Mont., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024, in a vehicle accident just north of Saco, Mont. Services will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, at the Hinsdale School at 11 a.m., with a luncheon to follow. Cremation has taken place and no burial is planned. On July 24, 2001, Alysa Lynn Jensen was born to Dawn Marie Jensen (Frazier) and David B. Conway. She was stubborn and went by her own terms from the very beginning, after all she decided to make her... Full story
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014 Glasgow recognized its local veterans in the annual Veterans Day ceremony held at the Civic Center on Tuesday, Nov. 11. In tribute to the upcoming 40th anniversary marking the end of the Vietnam War in April 1975, Vietnam veterans were the focal point of honor in this year's ceremony. Master of the ceremony Steve Page gave an update on the status of the Northeast Montana Veterans' Memorial Park in Fort Peck. He explained that, thanks to community effort,... Full story
The Glasgow High School Student Council (STUCO) and Albertsons are once again teaming up to show their appreciation for veterans’ service to our country during the 13th annual Veterans Day breakfast. Albertsons has generously supplied the food items, and the STUCO students will make the breakfast and serve from 7 to 9 a.m. on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11. GHS STUCO and Albertsons invites all area veterans and enlisted personnel (and their families) to join us at the Glasgow VFW Post on Veterans Day for breakfast as we say thank you for your s... Full story
Carolyn Estella (Rosin) Muggli, age 92, of Glasgow, Mont., will be dearly missed. She slipped peacefully into her Father's arms early Tuesday morning on Oct. 29, 2024, at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital, in Glasgow. Carolyn was born on Dec. 1, 1931, in Chicago, Ill., to Peter and Estella Rosin. She received her early education in the Zion, Ill., school system. Lake Michigan was her playground since her family lived on a Military Rifle Range next to the lake. Marksmanship runs in the family.... Full story
Ann Norene Buen, beloved sister and godmother, of Great Falls, Mont., passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024, at Benefis Peace Hospice with family by her side. She was 64 years old. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Schnider Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church (1326 1st Avenue North, Great Falls, Mont.) on Friday, Nov. 8, at 2 p.m. Ann was born on Feb. 22, 1960, in Glasgow, Mont., to Arthur and Eleanor Buen. Ann attended school in Nashua,... Full story
Nelene A. Hallberg, age 79 of Glasgow, Mont., passed away on the morning of Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, with family by her side at her residence in Prairie Ridge Village, Glasgow. There will be a funeral service for Nelene starting at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7, at Bell Mortuary, Glasgow, with a reception to follow. Nelene will be laid to rest next to her parents in Pioneer Cemetery at Jordan, Mont., at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 8. She was born on Dec. 26, 1944, in Billings, Mont., to Carl (Marvin)... Full story
1 Years Ago Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2014 It was a heated campaign this year for the Valley County Sheriff/Coroner position. This is the second campaign that candidate Joe Horn and incumbent Glen Meier have faced off. This election Meier took 58 percent of the votes, with 1,969 votes, to 1,378 votes for Horn. Paul Tweten will take the county commissioner district 1 seat. Just over 61 percent of Valley County voters chose Tweten, putting him over Russel Dahl for the position, with 2,010 votes to...
