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Articles from the August 8, 2024 edition


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  • New mural completed in Havre's Art Alley

    Updated Aug 27, 2024

    Press release Editor’s note: This version lists Hill County Community Foundation as a contributor to the project. A new mural in Havre's Art Alley was recently completed. The Art Alley group of the Art and Beautification Committee is very excited about the mural, a replica of an old Havre postcard, located on the alley wall of Havre Hardware between Third and Fourth avenues. The mural was painted by Havre native Madison Ruff, a muralist who works throughout the western U...

  • Work progressing to end water restrictions

    Tim Leeds|Updated Aug 11, 2024

    Havre City Council heard an update Monday on the water restrictions in place in Havre, which have been eased, and on plans to permanently fix the issue. Havre Public Works Director Trevor Mork and Water Treatment Plant Superintendent Amanda Vaughn talked about the issue during the council's meeting Monday in Havre City Hall. The ban was issued July 19, effective that date, and would last until conditions change, the release said. The ban prohibited most non-essential uses and...

  • Park Board discusses the importance of maintenance for the park

    Christy Ulmen|Updated Aug 11, 2024

    Hill County Park Board members met Monday evening to discuss updated and soon-to-come maintenance projects for the park. The board members interviewed three contractors for the overall Camp Kiwanis Beaver Lodge project. Korb Construction, Clausen and Sons, and Sletten Construction from Great Falls were the contractors considered for this project. Korb Construction was chosen to handle the project. Specifics regarding cabin inspections and the conditions that properties should...

  • Bear Paw Roundup a hit in Chinook

    George Ferguson|Updated Aug 10, 2024

    One of the biggest rodeo weekends of the entire summer took place last week in Chinook. Last Thursday and Friday, the annual PRCA Bear Roundup was held as part of the Blaine County Fair. Thursday night’s performance saw Ty Owens win the Bareback, Jaret Whitmen take first in Steer Wrestling, Brady Tryan and Calgary Smith win the Team Roping, Hunter Haskins and Liam Pauley tie in Saddle Bronc, Haven Meged win the Tie-Down Roping, Abigail Knight taking first in Varrell Racing and...

  • Obituary - Russell Wells

    Updated Aug 9, 2024

    Russell Wells of Hingham, Montana, 63, passed away July 29th, 2024, from sudden heart failure. Russ was born October 8th, 1960, in Glasgow, Montana, to Kenneth and Virginia (Sheldon) Wells. Russ grew up in Glasgow, Las Vegas, and Yakima. Rusty was an avid baseball and basketball player through his high school years at Eisenhower High School in Yakima, Washington. Russ married the love of his life, Susan Mitzel, December 24th, 1980. They started a family while Russ attended... Full story

  • Man sought in connection with shooting death on Rocky Boy

    Tim Leeds|Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Rocky Boy Police are looking for a man they want to speak to about a shooting death on Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation early Monday morning. The Rocky Boy Police Department posted an official release on their Facebook Page last Thursday that said the department is looking for Gordon Denny Jr., 29, to talk to about the shooting. The name of the shooting victim was not listed in the press release. No one was available to talk to the Havre Weekly Chronicle in calls starting July...

  • Back to school stories on the way

    Tim Leeds|Updated Aug 8, 2024

    School is just around the corner and many events already are taking place to get students into their classrooms and activities. Havre Weekly Chronicle will be posting information on its website at www.havredailynews.com and will publish a special section on back to school with next week’s edition. Watch for updates on school events from Harlem, Turner and Hays-Lodge Pole wast to Chester and south to Big Sandy online and in next week’s special section....

  • Obituary - Donna Marie (Hafdahl) Stockdill

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Donna Marie (Hafdahl) Stockdill passed away due to natural causes at her residence Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Cremation has taken place, and memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2024, at Messiah Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery. Donna's family has suggested memorial donations be made in her memory to Messiah Lutheran Church or the charity of the donor's choice. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with services and arra... Full story

  • Obituary - Amy Burgett

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Amy Burgett, 95, passed away July 30, 2024 at Northern Montana Care Center. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 7th at the Assembly of God Church in Havre. There will be a graveside at Mountain View Cemetery in Billings at a later date.... Full story

  • Obituary - Kyle Little Owl Duran

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Kyle Little Owl Duran, Ki-hew “Eagle,” 38, passed away at his residence due to natural causes Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Wake services were at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, August 1, 2024, and continued until his funeral service, which was at 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 2, 2024, all at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church. Burial followed in the Duran Family Cemetery.... Full story

  • Obituary - Robert L. Sticka

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Robert L. Sticka, 91, passed away due to natural causes at Northern Montana Hospital Thursday, August 1, 2024. Cremation has taken place, and per Robert’s wishes, no services will be held.... Full story

  • Obituary - Donald "Doni" Dennis Meyers III

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Donald “Doni” Dennis Meyers III, 49, passed away July 29, 2024, in Missoula, MT. A luncheon and celebration of life will take place at Bonner Park Monday, August 12, 2024, at 11:00 am. All are welcome.... Full story

  • Skylights hoops lands Washington guard

    George Ferguson|Updated Aug 8, 2024

    School is about to start, and the hoops season won't be far behind. And Montana State University-Northern women's basketball coach Chris Mouat has announced the signing of Katelynn Forner to join the program this fall. Forner, a 5-foot-6 guard, is originally from Camas, Washington. Forner started her career at Lower Columbia College in Longview, Wash. As a freshman, she started in 25 of 26 games and helped lead the Red Devils to a Northwest Athletic Conference (NWAC) title...

  • MSU-N cross country signs Box Elders standout

    George Ferguson|Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Montana State University-Northern Head Cross Country Coach Deborah Callahan has announced the signing of Makaela Kelly to join the cross country and distance track program in the fall. "I'm very excited that Makaela is joining our team. She has a great attitude, work ethic and understands the importance of academics," said Coach Callahan. Kelly is coming from Dakota Wesleyan University where she played basketball. Makaela is from Box Elder where she ran track and played...

  • Griz, Cats begin new season highly ranked

    George Ferguson|Updated Aug 8, 2024

    To none's surprise, the Dakotas and Montana are at the top of the Football Championship Subdivision to start the 2024 season. The Stats Perform FCS Preseason Poll was recently released with the Montana Grizzlies checking in at No. 3 and the rival Montana State Bobcats coming in at No. 4. Atop the poll is defending national champion South Dakota State, while arch rival North Dakota State is ranked No. 2. Interestingly, South Dakota is ranked No. 5 as those three areas are...

  • Quick pics: Retiring after 32 years of handling parts

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

  • State waives business 2025 Annual Report fees

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Press release HELENA — The Montana Secretary of State’s office announced it is again waiving fees for Montana businesses. The 2025 Annual Report filing fees will be waived for all Montana businesses, resulting in millions of dollars in savings, a release said. The fees also were waived in 2024, allowing businesses to file their reports at no extra expense....

  • Steps entrepreneurs should take when navigating the lending process

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Over the years, one of the most asked questions I get from entrepreneurs is what grants are available for new businesses and how do I get a business loan. Securing business capital can be frustrating and defeating for many individuals that have had the dream of turning their unique idea into a new small business. Grants are mostly non-existent for most startups unless your local community organizations or government agencies offer financial incentives. To help reduce barriers for startups, the U.S. Small Business...

  • U.S. works to address drought, conserve water

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Press release WASHINGTON — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture will invest $400 million with at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production while also conserving water across the West. This funding — which will support irrigation districts and producers in using innovative water savings technologies and farming practices while producing water-saving commodities in the face of continued drought — is expected to conserve up to 50,000 acre-feet in water...

  • USDA announces additional RAPP funding to expand, diversify export markets

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Press release WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture will make an additional $300 million available through the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program to help grow export markets for American farm and food products around the world, Deputy Agriculture Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced Monday. “Access to international markets supports U.S. farmers at home and food security throughout the world,” Torres Small said. “USDA launched RAPP last year as part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to create... Full story

  • Montana Ag News - Montana FSA program dates/deadlines

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    USDA in Montana reminds agricultural producers of important Farm Service Agency (FSA) program dates. Contact your local service center to apply and with any questions. Visit online at https://farmers.gov and Https://fsa.usda.gov/mt. Aug. 1, 2024, was the deadline to request a farm reconstitution or farm transfer for 2024. Aug. 1, 2024, was the final date to return nomination forms for the 2024 County Committee Election Cycle to the Count Offices or for nominations to be post marked. Aug. 14, 2024: ERP 2022 Track 1 and Track...

  • Senior Center News, Aug. 8, 2024

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    North Central Senior Center Aug. 5-9 Menu Menu subject to change Monday, Aug. 12, 2024 — Fish and chips, salad, mixed fruit Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024 — Chicken, ham and Swiss, Jojo’s, corn, oranges Wednesday, Aug. 14, 20204 — Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, cup cakes Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024, Turkey burger, bun, Tator Tots, mixed veggies, pears Friday, Aug. 16, 2024 — Clam chowder, tuna salad sandwich, peas and carrots, frosted cake, pears Rudyard Senior Center News: Starting next week James will be preparing...

  • Out Our Way: When the thunder rumbles

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Psalm 56:3-4 - 'When I am with You, I will not be afraid!' Out our way, you can see why we call it "the Big Open. When I was in seminary back east, I was claustrophobic as so many buildings and other structures blocked the view. I have shared how a friend was so excited about his apartment in New York City and "the great view" - when all I could see was hundreds of other buildings. Concrete, brick, and some glass - but no sky, trees , birds, or anything but more buildings....

  • Hello, God. It's me, Mara.

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    You know, Lord, some folks have a "swarm" of friends and kin who have lots to celebrate in August, which means birthdays and anniversaries. One gal has a name and date on every single date on her August calendar! Deaths also are listed; as we are born to die and fly back "home" to heaven to be with Father God... But while down here, how about a party? Mentioning this, friend 'Sue' giggled and asked if she'd be invited to one of our early parties as her kin all had late August...

  • Pastor's Corner: Leader

    Updated Aug 8, 2024

    Mark 6:14-29 14 King Herod heard of it, for Jesus' name had become known. Some were saying, "John the baptizer has been raised from the dead; and for this reason these powers are at work in him." 15 But others said, "It is Elijah." And others said, "It is a prophet, like one of the prophets of old." 16 But when Herod heard of it, he said, "John, whom I beheaded, has been raised." 17 For Herod himself had sent men who arrested John, bound him, and put him in prison on account...

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