Articles from the February 8, 2017 edition
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New Bridge near Bowdoin
Work on the removal of the old bridge crossing the Dodson South Irrigation Canal on Old Highway 2 east of Malta is in the books and work on the replacement bridge is proceeding smoothly and looks to b...
Update on Flu activity in County
The Phillips County Health Department and the Phillips County Hospital and Family Health Clinic have come together to inform and educate everyone on the recent Influenza activity in our community. Over the last month, Phillips County has confirmed a...
An update from HLRC Director Duane Murray
It’s seems over the past few years any news about the Hi-Line Retirement Center has been bad news. Just a few months ago the facility announced operating as a nursing home was no longer financially feasible. The facility had notified the...
Ms. Sjostrom goes to Helena
If Malta High School junior Joanie Sjostrom has her way, one day she will be the President of the United State. Until that time, though, Sjostrom relishes her recent foray into politics. On Monday,...
'Growing our own'
Aaniiih Nakoda College Nursing Program and Phillips County Hospital Team Up to "grow our own" Registered Nurses right here locally and in our own communities. Both are excited about this partnership...
Old Yeller was enough
Movies offer an escape from everyday life. That’s why I’m not a big fan of dog movies. They’re too everyday. From the time I get up in the morning until I close my eyes at night, dogs rule my...
Sen. Lang's Montana Legislature update
The 2017 legislative session continues to heat up. The Senate is taking action on more legislation and the budget continues to be the main focus. With the Republican-led Legislature back in town we are doing the hard work of developing a...
For beginning farmers, opportunity may lie in being creative
This is a time of tremendous opportunity in farming and ranching for beginners graduating from college or looking to start a venture of their own. Alternative crops and high value markets offer profit potential and lower risk for new farmers. If...
Well, I was entertained
Welp, for the first half of the Super Bowl, I was correct. Last week I had predicted an Atlanta Falcons Super Bowl win. At halftime, the Falcons were up 21-3 and Tom Brady hate memes were running...
Byron "Les" Bebee
Byron "Les" Bebee, 58, passed away due to natural causes at his residence on Friday, February 3, 2017. Cremation has taken place, and memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, February 8, 2017, at Holland & Bonine Funeral Chapel...
Loring News for February8, 2017
Well, the ground hog says six more weeks before spring weather! Ok, I'll make the best of the next six weeks and welcome spring when it arrives! Right now influenza is making the rounds. Wash hands,...
Dodson News for February 8, 2017
Our weather has definitely turned colder again with a bit more snow and is supposed to stay cold for several more days. The Boys and Girls basketball players lost games to Roy-Winifred and...
Whitewater News for February 8, 2017
International News God, half of the United States and the Statue of Liberty are all crying since Trump sent Muslim immigrants back! Whatever happened to the words “give me your tired, poor, down...
Card New for February 8, 2017
Whist On Tuesday, January 31, Sherman Doucette went home with a first place finish with a score of 46, 11 points better than Malcolm Clouse and Harvey Smith who tied for second with 35 points each. The traveling prize was awarded to Clarence Blunt....
Briefly for February 8,2017
Malta Senior Meals Thursday, Feb 9th - Ham dinner Friday, Feb 10th - Cabbage rolls Tuesday, Feb 14th - Sloppy Joe's January birthday winner - Marilyn Abrahamson - Congratulations! 2B Tourney “Business” Window Competition The week of the 2B...
Phillips County Sheriff's Report for February 8, 2017
January 21, 2017 8:50 a.m. Deputy released one adult male, Kenneth Blackcrow, from PCSO Jail for transport to Valley Co Detention Center by a MHP Trooper. 9:34 a.m. Deputy released one adult male, Richard Levi Gilmore, from PCSO Jail on bond paid. 10...
Memories for February 8, 2017
100 years ago Taken from 25 years ago, PCN, Feb., 1942. Representative Dudley Jones was completely aroused over the tendency of railroad station agents to tell people the trains were on time when...
Spot Light for February 8, 2017: Jane Ereaux
Jane Ereaux Owner of the Tin Cup Favorite meal / Dessert: Fried Chicken / Cheesecake Favorite Hobby: Gardening Favorite Animal: My dog Roxie Dream vacation: Alaska in the summertime One thing on a...
Grapevine for February 8, 2017
Question A: What is your dream Valentine's Day gift for 2017? Question B: All time favorite Valentine's Day gift? Alicia Dunham A: For my family to be happy and healthy. B: Jewelry. Sawyer Kindle A:...
Aaniiih Nakoda College hires Director of Nursing for the 'Grow Our Own' nursing program
It was with great pleasure that Aaniiih Nakoda College presented to the Board of Nursing in Helena on January 19th Ms. LaVerne Parker, RN, MSN, as the Director of our 'Grow Our Own' nursing program....
Two positions up for Malta School Board
The Malta School District announces the upcoming school election to be held on May 2, 2017. Two trustee positions are up for election – both are three year terms. These seats are currently held by RJ Tollefson and Doug Ost. To file for a seat on...
Three spots up for election on Saco School Board
The Saco School District #12A & #12B announces the upcoming school election to be held on May 2, 2017. Three trustee position are up for election with a three year term. The seats are currently held by Jay Yeska, Nena Malmend, and Holly Salveson. To...
CRP State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement (SAFE)
Montana State FSA Committee received additional SAFE acres for Montana Pheasants Winter Cover Enhancement and Montana Sagebrush Restoration. Producer began submitting offers under these SAFE projects January 9, 2017, with an effective contract date...
Montana NRCS Announces Conservation Initiatives for 2017
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering additional funding through its Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) to target specific resource concerns in Montana in 2017: On-Farm Energy, Organic, High Tunnel Systems,...
Legislative round up:
Gov. Steve Bullock vetoed the first bill of the Montana legislative session last week, reducing the proposed pay raise for legislators. House Bill 1 would have increased the legislators' pay by 14 percent for the next legislative session. Bullock...
