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Only a few knew that Fr. Nayak traveled to Chinook this last week, and rode to Helena with friends, Frank and Bettie Barber, for a very special event. Since his arrival in the United States, it has been in the back of his mind and on his bucket list to become a U.S. Citizen. On Thursday, January 16th, Fr. Felix Nayak became Malta's newest naturalized citizen. The ceremony was held in Helena, and Malta residents were able to join and witness the swearing in ceremony. Art and Mary Lundstrom,...
On Tuesday the 21st of January, the Phillips County Commissioners, Richard Dunbar and John Carnahan met in the Commissioner’s office to discuss pest control. Present at the meeting were Lynnel LaBrie, Clerk and Recorder, Marko Manoukian, and Jesse and Troy Blunt. Manoukian and the Blunt’s have a vested interest in the topic as livestock owners, specifically cattle. As of 2024, there were approximately 61,000 cattle in the county. Manoukian also have a valid interest in the sheep industry, which currently has a pool of funds, which are own...
On Monday, January 20th, the Malta School system brought in an inspirational speaker that spoke at two assemblies. Michael Sullivan flew in from Virginia Beach and spoke with the students from Malta Schools and Dodson and Saco schools were also invited. Sullivan captured the young audience and teachers as well, as he presented his program "BORN TO SHINE," which is directed to work on depression and anxiety. The process he shares is SEL, which stands for Social and Emotional Learning. Superintend...
1 yrs ago Jan. 28, 2015 Dr. Anne Johnson, DVM, encouraged those that will be attending the Jim Schumacher Day to bring a syringe, as she will be addressing proper use and maintenance of syringes. Now able to lay claim to the best free throw shooters in the county are the new winners: Taylor Eggebrecht, Janessa Malmend, David Skiff, Erica Smith, Kooper Oxarart, Connor Clausen, Rhett Simanton, Madison Williamson, Samme Gibbs, Jonathon Siewing and Jared Siewing. These were the winners at the KC Free Throw Contest. Warm weather wasn’t going to s...
The January meeting of the Malta Senior Citizen Center met on Wednesday, January 22 for the regular monthly meeting. President Ken Blunt chaired the meeting, which was attended by Board Members Barb Stevens, Sharon Kindle, Ken Ruzicka, Kari Hould and recently added Board Member, Lori Taylor. Also attending were Ken Wiederrick, Leonard and Margaret Leader. Blunt led the pledge to the flag and then offered a prayer for the meeting. In the absence of Clair Waters, who is soaking up the Arizona...
On Wednesday, January 15, the vacant position most recently held by Deputy Faith Robinson was filled. Deputy Jordan Arthur was officially sworn in by Clerk of District Court Tami Christofferson in the foyer of the third floor in the Phillips County Courthouse. Arthur joined the PCLE team in September and Sheriff Jerry Lytle offered him the position as Undersheriff to fill the vacancy of the office when Robinson moved from the area. In attendance to witness the swearing ceremony were Arthur's...
Following the opening rituals at the Malta School Board meeting on January 8th, the meeting was called to order by Chairperson Angel DeVries. Also present were board members Jessica Oyler, Katey Marquis, Kyle Kluck and Katie Brown. After calling for public input, Gina Lamb, Prevention Specialist for Phillips County, spoke to those in attendance and invited each of them to the “Hidden in Plain Sight” open house which was held at the Business Center on Tuesday through Friday, Jan. 14-17th. She also will be available during parent-teacher conferen...
On Tuesday, January 14, the Malta City Council held its first meeting of the 2025 calendar year, with Mayor John Demarais opening the meeting with the pledge to the flag. In attendance at the meeting were Darren Demarais, Mark Knudsen, Kayla Warren, Marilyn Taylor, PWD Jim Truelove, John Wright (Compliance Officer), Sheriff Jerry Lytle, Sara Warren, and Abby Bain who joined the council members, David Rummel, Laura Pankratz and Bonnie Wiederrick. Also present was Lorie Bond, City Clerk. The mayor opened the meeting for public comment, any items...
All of us are now approximately (depending on the day you read this) 22 days into 2025. Some have made great changes, some have had a metamorphosis and some are still trudging along. Kudos to the trudgers, proud of your valiant effort to keep at it. Don’t give up. While we whittle away at 2025, there are some who will make changes in their life. As humans we are open for growth and development, hoping to grow stronger, more productive and even some of us look forward for the time and opportunity to become more aware, reflective and a...
Hanging silently, gently moving with the wisp of air moving around as a door opens or the AC or heat start up, are 12 tributes in memory of special individuals within our community. Six of the memorials are in honor of the veterans who have passed away in 2024. This year the names of the members of the American Legion Auxiliary and VFW Auxiliary who left us are also remembered. As Claudia Pemberton said, “America without her soldiers would be like God without his angels. We must never forget that “freedom” isn’t “free,” and it is only a gene...
Many of us are familiar with not having things go the way we planned or hoped for and have learned to be resilient in our efforts, be patient and wait for a message for guidance. That is how the Milk River Gospel Jamboree has looked at the play book lately and took a second look at options. When medical issues arose in the world of John and Suzanne Koss, who are strong supporters and key individuals in the local jamboree, took the upper hand, they had to cancel the fall jamboree and concentrate...
Hey there. Another week into 2025. Trusting all is well in your camp as we peel around the corner, knowing it is 70 some days ‘til spring. The county isn’t without some excitement ~ the sirens go blaring by the office more than one might think is necessary in Mayberry, Montana…however, the sound of a screeching ambulance is one that I could not hear for a long time. Walking my fingers through the archives over the last couple weeks, several things some to mind. First, I am beginning to become a history follower and fan. I find myself looki...
1 yrs ago Jan. 14, 2015 With a notable decline in the cattle feedlots, about 4% from last year, researchers are looking at a method to control FMD (Foot Mouth Disease) outbreaks in various parts of the country. The Montana State Library was soliciting public opinion of proposals to change the name of “Squaw Creek” in Blaine County and Phillips Counties to “Kills At Night” or “Williams Creek”. The Kills At Night Creek named was proposed by the Fort Belknap Community Council to honor Theresa “Kills At Night” Lamebull (1896-2007). Alfreda Drabbs,...
On Saturday, Jan. 11, the American Legion gents again showed that they are a prime and fine group of individuals. They prepared and served prime rib dinner to over 60 individuals, some of whom they served through take-out meals. Bonnie Wiederrick had her hands and heart full for several days while preparing for the dinner and when the grand finale was over, she was a grateful and thankful cook and wife. She had prepared the meal of tossed salads with several types of lettuce, croutons, and relish trays. When the 100 pounds of beef were placed i...
Monday morning, on December 30, 2024, Phillips County Clerk and Recorder Lynnel LaBrie addressed a small group assembled on the second floor of the Phillips County Court House. She welcomed family and friends of Bruce Christofferson, Tami Christofferson and Holly Robinson to the swearing-in ceremony for the official positions which the three had been elected or appointed to. B. Christofferson was sworn into office in 2013, the commissioner positions are elected to a six year term. He will be sta...
Members of the Malta School Board met on Wednesday, December 11th and all board members were present, as were administrative staff, the District Clerk and the transportation director. Katey Marquis moved to accept the minutes from the last meeting and the agenda, this was seconded by Jessica Oyler; motion passed. There were no committee reports. Elementary Principal JF Hewitt was first to provide an administrative report. He addressed the group and shared the results of his Climate Survey Results. As a District a survey was put out in October a...
A week under the wings as we all huddle our noses from the nippy airand move forward. I have a jar started in which I place a new idea or thought…or even happening each day and will look back on it on December 31st and decide if I fared well or not in 2025. It’s starting off on two left feet…but at least I am still standing upright… however I have a feeling it just might be a challenging year. All things set aside, I am so grateful for the multitude of blessings in my life…even though ’25 is only 6 days old! Like the cowboys say, tighten up...
1 yrs ago Jan. 7, 2015 District Judge John McKeon swore in the newly elected or re-elected county personnel including Justice of the Peace (Gayle Stahl), Richard Dunbar (Commissioner), Jean Mavencamp (Co. Treasurer/Assessor), Lorraine Hellie (Dep. Treasurer/Assessor), Scott Moran (Co. Sheriff), Lori Lundstrom (Dep. Clerk & Recorder), Burt Peigneux (Undersheriff), Ed Amestoy (Co. Atty) and Dan O’Brien (Dep. Co. Atty). Not pictured were Vivian Taylor (Co. Supt. of Schools) and Marian Ereaux (Clerk & Recorder). Fire Chief Bill Rock informed t...
As one door closes, another one opens. The one that closed was the final step in the closure in the case of the 1984 murder case of Robert Mooney, which spurred interest in the county in June of 2024. It was then that Texas Rangers and Phillips County Sheriff's Department served a warrant on Gordon Parsons in Dodson in connection with the murder. On Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in Georgetown, TX., Texas Ranger Cody Lankford and Assistant District Attorney Tim Poynter arrived at the home of Mooney's...
About 120 youth from Malta High School and the surrounding communities gathered at the auditorium on Thursday, January 2, 2025 for the Snow Ball. The lighting shone down on the group as they were announced. The young men and women were stepping out in style in one of the memorable events of their high school years. The young women were bedazzled in glitz and looked astonishingly radiant. Not to be out done, the young men were sharply dressed, looking spectacular. The basketball, volleyball and...
He liked the hunting over here, so he moved here. The Phillips County Sheriff's Office recently welcomed the newest member of the staff of deputies, Jordan Arthur. Originally from Virginia, he moved to Billings at a young age and considers himself "from Billings". He has worked previously in the City of Deer Lodge for one year, in Pondera County for three years and in Dillon for one year. He has been a coroner for five years as well. Arthur has been in law enforcement for seven years, the crime...
Annually "across America" a project through the VFW and American Legion honors the deceased military men and women with wreaths. The wreaths in larger units are made up annually of pine boughs, some are artificial ones and there are some groups that are financially able to provide or purchase live branch wreaths for the purpose. The thought and intention is a united one ~ to remember those who have given their time and service for our country. Many gave their lives, and that is well worth...
Out with the old, in with the new…may 2025 be the best year yet for you! As the minutes click away…second by second…may the turning over of the calendar bring changes that will bring peace and happiness to you. The saying is that nothing is forever, and good things come to those who wait. With over two and a half years as the base for the totem pole, and countless errors…it is time to set out on a new foot. This will be my final assignment and I will be hanging up my pen. Over the years, have you noticed changes around you? Have you looked...
1 yrs ago Dec. 31, 2014 Snowball royalty at Malta High School is King Logan Witmer and Queen Amanda Mummey. Winners in the Dirt Dauber Barrel Contest are Central Avenue Pit Crew, winning a $50 gift certificate from Westside Self Service. Placing second was the Edgewater Inn, winning a $40 gift certificate to Valley Drug; and third place was won by Westside Self Service winning a gift certificate for $35 to the Malta Dairy Queen. The Sleeping Buffalo Hot Springs opening not spoiled by the fact that it opened its doors on Christmas, rather the...
Linda DeVries welcomed family, guests, and friends to the 2024 Christmas Program on Sunday, Dec. 8th at the Community Church. The church was decorated with a tall gracious tree decorated in ribbons of gold. The tables were covered in green with a small decorated centerpiece that had a candle light. The sound of children could be heard from the church nursery as the anticipation of singing and presenting the skit, "'Twas the Night Before Christ's Birth." When the youngsters emerged like little...
