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The Montana State University-Northern Lights know full well how tough it is to play in Helena's Nelson Stadium on the campus of Carroll College. After all, Northern hasn't won at Carroll since the school reintroduced football back in the 1990's. And while the Saints have had their struggles in the recent years, and are likely still adjusting to life without legendary head coach Mike Van Diest, this Saturday's trip to Helena is still going to be difficult, and that's because,...
Adult Havreites can learn how to respond to and identify signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders this week. The Mental Health First Aid course will be held Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Bullhook Community Health Center. A youth version of the training will be held later. Montana State University Hill County Extension Agent Jasmine Carbajal of Havre and Teton County Extension Agent Alice Burchak of Shelby, both nationally trained Mental Health First Aid instructors, will co-teach the course. “It is r...
The agenda for the Hill County Commission weekly business meeting Thursday at 11 a.m. is: Public comments on non-agenda items Public comments on agenda items Employment Four items Tax adjustments Resolutions Resolution No. 19-2604 Authorizing Delivering Local Assistance application and commitment to match funds. Resolution No. 19-2606 Budget Amendment for Area X Agency on Aging Resolution No. 19-2607 Department of Health and Human Services Budget Amendment No. 5 to HIV-ES grant Contracts Family Planning Contract No....
Havre City-County Airport Board will meet Thursday, Sept. 19, at 3 p.m. in the airport terminal. The meeting agenda is: 1. Approval of Aug. 15 minutes. 2. Correspondence: None 3. Reports: (A) Manager (B) Inspection (C) Finance (D) Engineer — DOWL a. Taxiway and Apron Area Project update 4. Public comments 5. Unfinished business (A) Big Hangar repair status a. Siding (B) Board Policies and Procedures 6. New business (A) Audit engagement letter 7. Approval of September claims....
Havre Police Department A 16th Street West caller reported Monday at 7:06 a.m. that a DeWalt impact gun was stolen from his pickup. -- Someone stopped at the police station Monday at 1:15 p.m. asking to speak with an officer. -- An arrest was made after officers investigated a man down on the ground Monday at 6:16 p.m. on First Street. No details on the charges were provided in the dispatch log, but Raymond Windyboy, who is named as an involved party, is listed in the jail...
Editor’s note: The Havre Daily News did not receive the agenda for tonight’s meeting until this morning. The Great Northern Fair Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. today in the office at the Great Northern Fairgrounds. The meeting agenda is: Call meeting to order Roll call of members Recognize and record public attendees Approve minutes Public comment: Anything brought up here will be added to next month’s New Business to be discussed and voted upon. Fair manager’s report Civic groups report Donated hours report Committee reports 1...
Note: This information was provided by the office of Rep. Greg Gianforte Rep. Greg Gianforte, R-Mont., announced that a member of his staff will conduct mobile office hours in seven Montana counties later this month, including Blaine and Hill. His staff members will be in Chinook Monday, Sept. 23, at 10 a.m. in the Blaine County Courthouse Annex Triple E Room at 420 Ohio Street. The staff member will be in Havre at noon that day, in the Hill County Courthouse Timmons Room at 315 Fourth Street. Area residents are invited to...
The Havre City Council Ordinance Committee Monday tabled the discussion about Airbnbs in Northern Heights, a Residential A-1 Zoning, until opinions in the neighborhood change. "We have heard overwhelmingly from the majority of homeowners on this street that they are vehemently opposed to this specific business in their neighborhood," committee member Lindsey Ratliff said. "While I personally disagree with their reasoning, I do respect the will of the people and believe that...
Havre City Council passed a resolution Monday to have the city apply to the Montana Department of Commerce for financial assistance from the Delivering Local Assistance Program. The application is for funding to assist the city with costs to replace the water main in Boulevard Avenue and upsize the line to create redundancy for the city’s water main serving the Highlands area of the city, the resolution said. Havre Public Works Director Dave Peterson said that the city is trying to finish a project in the Highland Park a...
Havre Daily News staff Festival Days weekend is fast approaching, with some new events, the highlight of the festival, the parade, set for 10 a.m. Saturday, and some related events starting before the weekend. The parade is a posthumous tribute to Havre businessman Scott Young, who owned and operated Norman’s Ranch and Sportswear with his wife, Kaye. Young, a tremendous supporter of youth and events in the community who died unexpectedly July 25 at age 69, is the grand marshall of Saturday’s parade. Kaye Young and other famil...
From Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame Today the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center — MCHF and WHC — announced the 12th class of inductions into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame. The inductees were chosen from a field of candidates nominated by the general public. Inductees are honored for their notable contributions to the history and culture of Montana. “The Hall of Fame exists to honor those who have made an impact in their part of the state and represent Montana’s authentic heritage for future generat...
CASA of Hill County is looking for community members to become Court Appointed Special Advocates for children who have been abused or neglected. Classes have been moved to begin Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6-9 p.m. at HRDC. Starting Oct. 15, for seven Tuesdays following, CASA will have training for those interested in helping children who need a voice in court. Help change a child’s story, become a CASA volunteer. Contact CASA Director Chamene Plum for an application and more information at 262-4099....
Press release The Bear Paw Cooperative, through local school districts, assists in the provision of special education and related services to children with disabilities. Through a process called Child Find, local school districts accept referrals and provide evaluations and special education for children ages 3-18 years if they qualify. People with questions should contact their local school district or the Bear Paw Cooperative at 406-357-2269....
Saturday, September 14, 2019, Sandra K. Newbury, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away at the age of 58. Sandra was born March 28, 1951, in Baudette, MN, to Delbert and Elizabeth (Otto) Chamberlain. She received her Licensed Practical Nurse degree from Montana State University-Northern, and she provided nursing care for several years in Havre. July 31, 1992, she married Darrell D. Newbury. They raised their five children together, Will, Dale,... Full story
Nancy Rae Willson, 80, passed away of natural causes Thursday, September 12, 2019, in Havre, Montana. Her funeral service will be 4:00 p.m., Monday, September 23, 2019, at the Benton Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Riverside Cemetery. Memorial donations in Nancy's name can be made to the Havre Animal Shelter or to a charity of one's choice. Benton Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements and services. Please visit Nancy's online memorial page at... Full story
Virginia Lee (Lundberg)McCracken, 88, passed away peacefully, with loved ones by her side, from an abdominal aneurysm September 12, 2019, at Northern Montana Hospital in Havre, MT. Virginia was born in Hogeland, Montana, on May 4, 1931, one of four children born to Mabel and Melvin Lundberg. She graduated from Turner High School in 1949, continued her education at Northern Montana College in Havre, graduating with a teaching degree in 1951. She taught in Great Falls and later... Full story
Herbert James Hanson of Havre, 70, had his last ride July 20th, 2019, while riding his Harley on the Beartooth Pass. He was doing what he loved, in a place he loved, with people he loved. Herb was born April 12, 1949, to Walter and Jennie (Mosbrucker) Hanson. He grew up on the family farm north of Havre. He attended school in Havre, graduating from Havre Central High School in 1967. He sold his horse to buy the love of his life, Peggy McLain, an engagement ring. They were... Full story
The Fort Benton Longhorns faced a tough challenge in their young season. After winning their first two games of the year, the Longhorns looked to keep it going. But being 2-0 comes with its tests, and the Longhorns were expecting one from Centerville. Nevertheless, the Longhorns lived up to their standards and defeated Centerville 53-12 last Saturday. Centerville started the first quarter of the game with a Carson McGinness 22-yard run to the endzone, but the team failed on...
It’s kind of ironic the awesome turn the weather took at the end of last weekend, and it looks like it’s going to stick around for a while. However, just a reminder, this column won’t. Next week will be the final From Tee to Green for 2019, so as I always say, if you want anything published before I shut it down for the year, please let me know. Speaking of shutting down. The last competitive tournament at Prairie Farms Golf Course was played out under hot, sunny and calm...
Rural Montana is facing some pressing challenges. We must provide quality medical care for an aging population, so our seniors can enjoy healthy, vibrant lives in the communities they've always called home. And we need to create more jobs for the next generation of rural Montanans, so they have the opportunity to live in our great state. These two objectives both require enhancements to our health care system, but we need to implement these enhancements in a way that will not...
The president has frequently repeated the NRA talking point that more extensive background checks on gun sales would not have prevented the recent rash of mass murders. Maybe so. It's hard to accurately see what lurks in a murderer's mind. The NRA, and therefore Trump, are skeptical about "red flag" laws, arguing that such laws are based on supposition and hearsay, and could result in the government wrongfully confiscating someone's property. Probably true. Both Trump and the...
Respecting the voice of the people is an essential electoral element to a functioning democracy. Since the Progressive Era at the turn of the 20th Century, primary elections have been a vehicle empowering everyday U.S. citizens in the selection of party nominees for office. People-oriented primary elections reduce the influence of the powerful, the vested interests and political insiders. It was no surprise to see that the powerful within the National Republican Party have...
The volleyball action on the Hi-Line is really starting to heat up. And rivalry matches are taking center stage. Last week’s matches started with a showdown between Class B rivals Harlem and Rocky Boy in Harlem, where it was the Wildcats who dominated from start to finish. Harlem beat Rocky Boy by scores of 25-7, 25-16 and 25-16. Sarah Billmayer and Shyan Krass combined for six kills for Harlem, while Taeschon Schaeffer had six assists and eight of Harlem’s 28 aces. Kir...
In Monday's story on the MSU-Northern Lights football game against Montana Western in the Havre Daily News sports section, MSU-N receiver Jake Horner was accidentally referred to as Josh Horner. Horner caught a touchdown for the Lights in the second quarter. The Havre Daily News appreciates all comments and feedback....
TUESDAY High School Volleyball Big sandy at CJI Harlem vs Box Elder THURSDAY High School Volleyball Havre vs Conrad, 4 p.m. Chinook at Box Elder North Star vs Big Sandy Harlem vs Malta Rocky Boy vs Choteau High School Golf Havre at Billings Central College Volleyball Skylights at LC State, 7 p.m. FRIDAY High School Football Havre vs Laurel, 7 p.m. Chinook vs Fort Benton, 7 p.m. Big Sandy vs WSS, 7 p.m. CJI at Rocky Boy, 7 p.m. Harlem vs Roundup, 7 p.m. HLP at Simms, 7 p.m....
