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As we end 2014, we see so many things that people of Hill County and the Hi-Line have accomplished, and yet, so much that still needs to be done. New Year’s Day is always a good time to take stock of what we have done and what needs to be worked on. See if you agree with our prognosis. Thumbs up: Hi-Line neighborliness The astronomical number of benefits, special-help programs and other ways of helping people in need continues to skyrocket in Havre and the vicinity. There is something unique to the Hi-Line here. It seems t... Full story
For years I have had fun devising unusual “Charlie Brown” Christmas trees. My last several years in Washington, I used a gigantic Montana tumbleweed for my tree, carefully boxing it up for storage the day following Santa’s midnight visit. I’ve also used twigs, various potted plants, candlesticks and imagination. When I moved, every one of my Christmas decorations, hoarded over the years, got parceled out to new homes. I looked around my apartment for materials, ideas and ins... Full story
It was a year of crime, political intrigue, educational politics and the Hi-Line on the big screen. There were lots of big stories to consider, but the Havre Daily News staff has chosen its top 10 stories for the year. They are based on long-term importance and reader interest. Many of the news stories will have effects on our community for years and decades to come. Tell us what you think of our selections. #1. Standoff in Havre Late on Sunday, March 6, Robert Jay Thomas was... Full story
A total of 229 people died in alcohol-related traffic accidents in Montana last year, according to the 2013 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration alcohol-impaired driving data released this month, With 2015 quickly approaching, some local services and establishments will band together to help ensure people stay safe during New Year’s celebrations. Taverns have teamed up with the Hill County DUI Task Force and Havre’s Town Taxi to provide coupons for rides home from local taverns, the Hi-Line Tavern Association is... Full story
Montana State University-Northern — Open New Year’s Eve, closed on New Year’s Day, closed Friday. Hill County offices — Open New Year’s Eve, closed New Year’s Day, open Friday City of Havre offices — Open on New Year’s Eve, closed on New Year’s Day, open Friday Rocky Boy tribal offices — Open New Year’s Eve, closed New Year’s Day, closed Friday HRDC — Open New Year’s Eve, closed New Year’s Day, open Friday Area public schools — Closed New Year’s Eve, closed New Year’s Day, closed Friday North Central Montana Transit — Bus... Full story
Havre High School students got the chance Tuesday at Vande Bogart Library to ask former schoolmates who are now attending universities about their collegiate experiences. Representatives from the admissions office at Montana State University-Northern organized a question-and-answer session between former Havre High School students who are now in various colleges around the state and one from New York City and current Havre High students who are about to graduate. Kristi Peters... Full story
Havre Police Department A an officer issued a warning after responding to a call at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday from 6th Street in which the caller said two dogs were running loose and in her backyard at the time of the call. —— An officer responded to a complaint from 2nd Street in which the caller said two drunk people were in a business “chasing people off.” Hill County Sheriff’s Office A call reported Tuesday at 10:38 p.m. from the viaduct on 7th Avenue that a pickup truck slid into a guard rail was referred to another agency. H... Full story
Two full months and 10 tough games. That’s how long it’s been since the Montana State University-Northern men’s basketball team has been away from the friendly confines of the Armory Gymnasium. But that all changes this weekend. The Lights, who last played at home Oct. 17, are set to start a five-game home stand this weekend, with three games at the AmericInn Classic. Thursday night, Northern faces Augustana College, and the two teams will have a rematch Friday after... Full story
The 2004 Havre High football team was on a mission to win a state championship. And on Nov. 20, 2004, the Blue Ponies achieved that objective by knocking off Billings Central in one of the most dramatic games in the history of Havre sports. On a bitter cold Saturday inside Blue Pony Stadium 10 years ago, Havre completed a perfect 12-0 season with a 34-21 victory over Billings Central in the Class A state championship game. The win ended 34 years of heartbreak for Havre,... Full story
Special to the Daily News The deadline is fast approaching to register for Montana’s Next Generation Conference, Jan. 30 and 31, in Shelby. Hosted by the Glacier and Toole County Farm Service Agency, local MSU Extension, Marias River Livestock Association and the Front Range Counties Farm Bureau, this comprehensive conference of succession planning and production workshops is geared to provide a range of usable information. Events kick off Friday, Jan. 30, at 9 a.m. at the Shelby Civic Center with Kevin Spafford of Legacy b... Full story
