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Havre Area Chamber of Commerce has drawn the daily winning numbers for Festival Days buttons, listed below Numbers will be drawn for grand prizes, and The Havre Weekly Chronicle will list those when available. Prizes can be claimed at the Chamber office at 130 Fifth Ave. Monday 464 031 701 186 621 Tuesday 689 209 113 371 402 Wednesday 693 091 265 720 107 Thursday 553 088 601 712 196 Friday 500 225 003 630 064... Full story
Press release HELENA, Mont. — The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is adding a new shooting restriction for the safety of the public on a small piece of state trust land located at the intersection of Lloyd Road and Bentel Divide Road, 25 miles south of Chinook. The parcel is currently leased for agriculture and remains open to the public for recreation with a valid conservation license. As of Oct. 20, 2025, firearm use is restricted year-round to archery and shotgun only. The restriction is n... Full story
From Hi-Line Quilt Guild Karen Vosen has been a long time active guild member. She joined guild in the mid 1990s and contributes in many ways, including having served as vice president and many committees. In this third year of celebrating Guild members who have made a difference in the Guild and in our community, Karen has the honor of being this year's featured quilter. Who or what inspired you to become a quilter? When was this? My introduction to the world of fibers began... Full story
The address for a garage sale this weekend was left out of a classified ad. The advertisement should have read: Garage sale Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 7 a.m. to noon 504 11th St. Household and family items. Very reasonable prices.... Full story
Havre Public Works announced that work on the lead service water line replacement project will resume on Fifth Avenue Monday. Work will be on the Fifth Avenue intersections with Fifth and Ninth streets. "Two work zones for the Lead Service Line Replacement Project will be in effect on 5th Avenue starting Monday, September 8th after 9:00 AM and will continue until Thursday, September 18th," a release from Public Works says. "Suggested alternative routes include detouring to... Full story
Temporary water service to the properties along McKinley Avenue is being staged for the upcoming water main replacement. Flushing and test-out must be completed on the temporary water line before connection to the properties. After the testing and connection have been completed, street access will be closed and excavation for the water main and service line replacement will begin. The 1000 Block of Washington Avenue and 10th Street West from Boulevard Avenue to McKinley... Full story
from Amber Spring, MS, LCPC The Hill County Suicide Awareness Coalition will be hosting the eleventh annual Suicide Awareness Walk on the MSU-Northern campus on Thursday, September 11 in recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day. Participants should begin gathering at the clock tower south of Cowan Hall on the MSUN campus after 6:30 pm and speakers will begin at 7:00 pm. This year’s theme is “Start the Conversation. Be the Difference.” WHAT TO EXPECT? During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, suicide loss survivors, indiv... Full story
from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation The Bureau of Reclamation’s contractor, NW Construction Inc., will close access to traffic on Fresno Reservoir Road, across Fresno Dam on Monday, September 22 through Friday, September 26. The temporary road closure is necessary to complete asphalt paving on the crest of the dam, as part of the Fresno Safety of Dams Modification Project. Travelers must seek alternate routes, north and south of the dam during the closure. Fresno Dam, completed in 1939, is located on the Milk River about 15 m... Full story
Press release HELENA - The Montana Community Foundation is pleased to announce the Blaine County Community Foundation is currently accepting grant applications. The fund is designed to benefit the communities and residents of Blaine County. This opportunity is made possible through the vision of Warren Ross, who established the Blaine County Community Foundation Fund at MCF in 1997 to support the local community for generations to come. Additional funding for this grant cycle... Full story
Clouds hang in the skies over Havre last week. The National Weather Service forecast for the area calls for showers likely through the day and tonight with a chance of showers Saturday and highs in the upper 60s to 70s.... Full story
Montana Department of Transportation employees work on a traffic signal on 17th Avenue West and U.S. Highway 2 West Thursday as thunderclouds move in overhead.... Full story
Press release Havre Trails is excited to host the 7th Annual Summerfest in Havre's Pepin Park on Saturday, August 23th from 2pm to 7pm. The Brewfest will feature 6 Montana breweries, including Busted Knuckle Brewery, Triple Dog Brewing Co., Gally's Brewing Co., Meadowlark Brewing, Mt. Ascension Brewing, and Pleasant Prairie Brewing, along with a variety of other Montana beers and ciders on tap provided by Gusto Distributing and Havre Distributors. There will be a silent... Full story
Press release The Salvation Army-Havre Service Center is getting ready for back-to-school programs. We will be providing families with children K-12th grade with school supplies and backpacks. We are asking the community to help by purchasing school supplies, and backpacks. Our website https://migration.salvationarmy.org/havre_service_center/back-to-school?random=223 Here is a list of supplies needed (please see attachment). You can drop your donation at Independence Bank,... Full story
Press Release The Hi-Line Arts Council is hosting Final Fridays July 25 and Aug. 29! The events run from 5-7 p.m. on Third Ave. and Third St. in downtown Havre. Final Fridays is a summer showcase featuring art vendors, live music and food, which also encourages local businesses to extend their business hours. Held on the last Friday of each month, it creates a space for artists to share their work, encourage shop local, and strengthen community connections throughout the summer months!... Full story
After dealing with some rain and lightning Thursday - which didn't seem to slow fairgoers too much - The Great Northern Fair is back in action today. National Weather Service's forecast for Havre today predicts a sunny afternoon with highs around 80, then a chance of showers and thundershowers after 5 p.m. Saturday's forecast calls for partly cloudy skies with a slight chance of showers with thunderstorms possible after noon and a high around 85. The fair got its start with... Full story
People were at the fairgrounds walking around and buying local classic fair food by 11:30 a.m. this morning, before most of the fair was even open. 4-H, of course, already was busy with activities and shows. The Great Northern Fair got its start with full activities Wednesday, with 4-H activities starting earlier with setup and more. Midway West Amusements was set to open the midway Wednesday evening, with food vendors and other booths open as well. The arena entertainment... Full story
The Great Northern Fair got its start with full activities Wednesday, with 4-H activities starting earlier with setup and more. Midway West Amusements was set to open the midway Wednesday evening, with food vendors and other booths open as well. The arena entertainment also started Wednesday with the junior rodeo. Events at the fairgrounds arena continue with the Great Northern Ram Rodeo today and Friday, with the rodeo action set to start at 7 p.m. each night. Tickets are... Full story
Dakoda Owens Northern Lights 4-H Club Reporter The Hill County Northern Lights 4-H club would like to invite the community up to the Great Northern Fairgrounds to view all Hill County 4-H members projects they've been working on, you can view the animal projects July 17th-19th. You can also support Hill County 4-H by enjoying a tornado potato, Wally burger, or a milkshake in the Chuckwagon. While your there be sure to check out the 4-H exhibits such as sewing, leatherwork, wood working, cake decorating, photography and... Full story
Construction work and traffic diversion for Lead Service Line Replacement Project work on Fifth Avenue is planned to begin on Monday, June 9th. While work is being done, vehicle traffic will be detoured onto Fourth or Sixth Avenues. Truck traffic may consider finding alternative routes or use the route marked as dotted lines in the detour map along Sixth Avenue from First, Fourth, and 13th Streets. Pedestrians should keep at least 25 feet from active work sites. Property... Full story
The North Star School will be having an equipment sale on June 5, 2025 from 9:00AM-12:00PM. Equipment will include desks, shelves, used textbooks, curriculum, and other miscellaneous items. Items that are paid for must be taken at the time of purchase. This sale will be at the North Star School Elementary campus in Gildford, MT. If you would like further details please contact the North Star School office at 406-355-4481 or email Superintendent of Schools James Russell at jrussell@nsschools.org Published in the Havre Weekly...
Havre Daily News staff The North Central Montana Shrine Club is again bringing a favorite item back to the area — Sweet Vidalia Onions. The Shriners sell the onions each year in their biggest fundraiser to provide money to transport children to Shriners Hospitals for Children. Shriner Alvin Bitz said the onions will soon be available and can be purchased through local Shriners or at some select locations. He said people can call him at 406-265-0626 or Brandon’s Drapery and Floorcovering at 406-265-9852 or Tweeten’s Autob...
The Havre High Art Department will be hosting a student art show Tuesday May 20 from 5-8 p.m. at the Havre High School Gym. Folks attending the Havre Middle School and Havre High School Band Concerts across the hallway are invited to stop over between concerts and view the Havre High student artwork.... Full story
