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With autumn trying to make an exit, with winter lurking in the night shadows, the Malta Chamber of Commerce held the 6th Annual Oktoberfest on October 24th at the Stockman Terrace. Kaylee Williamson, Executive Director of the Malta Chamber of Commerce shared, "Winners of the soup contest were Jessica Robinson in first, the MHS FCS Class in second place; the Bank of Malta was the third place entry." There were only five entries in the soup this year, compared to nine or ten last year."...
Nestled alongside US Hwy 2, in the quaint little town that is the home of the Dodson Coyotes, where 1st Street East and Indiana Avenue meet...sits the Milk River Meats & Eats. Now the official hot spot in town, and possibly along the hi-line, owners George and Sherri Brown always have the coffee pot on and are serving up down-to-earth hospitality as well as other items on their menu. The Brown's recently purchased the former "Al's" from the family after the death of Al (Minugh) who wanted to...
While some were snuggled beneath warm quilts or had their hands wrapped around a hot cup of morning coffee, Eric and Delsi Witmer were busy chattering their teeth to keep from freezing. With a crisp breeze feeling like it was blowing off an iceberg, the Witmer's were out putting up the third series of banners honoring Phillips County's Hometown Heroes, those that answered the call to serve their country through the various branches of the military. This project is how the Witmer's chose to...
1 yrs ago Nov. 5, 2014 Bill Laird, at the Hi-Line Retirement Center, enjoyed the music of seven young piano players including his granddaughter, Kirsta Meisdalen. Entertainment was provided by Brylee French, Kaycee Bond, McKayla Foster, Sierra White, Lane Salveson and Addison Ulrich. Annie Terwilliger celebrated her 90th birthday at a luncheon in her honor at the Hi-Line Retirement Center. Guests included her sisters Walda Hungerford and Alma Hickel. Pictured in full swinger fashion, was Tony Boos, who was supporting the homecoming activities...
Locally, before the breaking of the dawn’s early light, volunteers from the local Volunteer Fire Department and other volunteers will be methodically placing the nation’s colors around town at businesses, while some aren’t even aware that the flags will be flying in honor of all those who have served in the military. Monday, November 11th is national Veterans Day, or Armistice Day, as some remember it from way back. The turmoil of the world will be set aside for the 24 hours that the U.S. flag is posted, as we remember our men and women, who p...
No one likes to hear the sound of a fire alarm going off, especially if one lives in the small close knit community of Zortman, where one would know a fire would mean someone you know is not having a good day. So it was, Tuesday the 15th of October, as Malta’s Volunteer Fire Department received the call of a fire in Zortman; tankers and pumpers were south bound in rapid fashion. Located over 47 miles south of Malta via Hwy 191 South, the distance usually takes about an hour to get there. Luckily, except for the short distance into the former m...
The Tuesday, October 22 meeting of the Malta City Council opened with the pledge to the flag. Mayor John Demarais and all four council members, Laura Pankratz, Bill Hicks, David Rummel and Bonnie Wiederrick were present. Also in attendance were PWD Jim Truelove, City Rec Director Sally Wright, Davy Conlon, Heidi Sjostrom, Molly Sjostrom, Max Sjostrom, Gemma Wright, Amanda Carnahan, and Jamison Carnahan. Sheriff Jerry Lytle joined the meeting at a point in time, as did Deputy Jordan Arthur. After the floor opened for public comment and there...
This Saturday evening, as you prepare to settle in for the night, which for “some” of my friends means placing your dentures in water, and making one last passing of the refrigerator and bathroom…Montana will join many of the states across this great nation in the ritual of “FALL BACK” for the end of implementing daylight savings time. Whether you care for it or hate it…it is inevitable. We adjust, because we are like that. Now, I didn’t say we were happy with it, but we comply. As this goes to press and then hits the airwaves and streets o...
1 yrs ago Oct. 29, 2014 The annual Chamber of Commerce and Merchant Committee Parade of Lights Harvest Fest will be Thursday night. Christmas Scrip money will be available at all three banks to start the season. The Parade of Lights entrees will lineup at the Hi-Line Retirement Center and the parade begins at 7 p.m.; also, the Cattle Women will be having an open house from 6-8 p.m., offering taste testing of crockpot recipes using beef. Dollyann Willcutt, representing the PEO Organization, presented Catherine McMahon a $500 check for expenses...
The day was October 10, 2024. It was a day that Kristy Mooney had looked forward to for over 40 years. Though it took four decades, the matter was over. It was on that day, in a District Court room in Rufugio, Texas, that Gordon Parsons made a formal plea changing his original plea of not guilty in the matter of the death of Robert Dale Mooney, to guilty in court and was facing sentencing. Robert was the father of Kristy, she was two years old when her dad was murdered. Parsons and Arnold Huskey had escaped the Wyoming State Penitentiary on...
Last week the City crew was busy assembling and installing a new piece of playground equipment at Riverview Park. Some dilapidated and unsafe equipment was removed for the new installation. The brightly colored and sturdy structure includes steps up to the base that has a bright red roof. There is a play area and a hands on manipulation center. There are peep-n-seek spots with open room to let the young imaginations open up and run wild. The assembly also has a slide that won't pinch, burn or...
1 yrs ago Oct. 22, 2014 ** Correction to last week’s entry about the Mustang football team: Coach Nick Oxarart’s Mustangs have outscored the Wolf Point Wolves 399-19 since 2006. That Friday playing the Cut Bank Wolves, they came away with a win of 32-15. A river was flowing in the middle of several blocks in Malta, due to a crack in the cast iron main near the intersection of South 1st Ave. East and South 7th Street East. The crack left some residents without water for much of Friday. It also required the City Works team a 13-hour day as the...
A beautiful autumn day unfolded and was welcomed by the Senior Citizens Center staff for their annual soup luncheon. There were nine flavors of soup for the hungry appetites of those attending and no one went away hungry. The time was perfect for visiting, getting to know new people in the community and a great way to have lunch and not do dishes afterwards. Adding a new flavor to the selection, one was able to dine on and enjoy Johnny Cash's Chili, along with chicken noodle with homemade...
Due to scheduling, workshop and training, the regular meeting of the Malta City Council set for Tuesday, October 8 was held on Friday morning at 9 a.m. Due to the absence of Mayor John Demarais, Councilmember David Rummel conducted the meeting which started at 9:10 a.m. Present for the meeting were council members Bonnie Wiederrick, Bill Hicks, and Laura Pankratz. Also present were Lorie Bond and PWD Jim Truelove. Attending with interest in the swimming pool matter were City Attorney Lee...
The Malta Assembly of God Church can truly attest to their church having a special "Blessing," as they recently welcomed their new pastor, Pr. Tonya Blessing. Pr. Blessing and her husband, Chris, bring a renewed and strengthened bond to the community and are looking forward to meeting more people in the community. The Blessings moved to Malta, having spent some time in Columbus, Montana, so the transition hasn't been too much of a change. She said they have experienced the Montana winters so...
It was a calm Tuesday, nothing special going on in the quiet little village of Malta. The morning air had been crisp and the leaves which had turned gold, rust and were also crisp. It was looking to be another day of life in the zip code of 59538. Then, within minutes several individuals were posting on social media about the concern around a sheep loose and wandering the town. Within minutes, this reporter received several calls providing information about the ongoing event and the whereabouts...
1 yrs Oct. 15, 2014 Drawing from her own personal experience, Saco-Hinsdale Wildfire volleyball player Alanna Malmend told her teammates they have to stay positive to improve. She is helping at her school to put a stop to a very important issue…bullying. “I felt like I needed to let them know,” she said. “I told my story because I went through a lot.” Malta Coach Nick Oxarart’s football team has a history with Cut Bank, since 2016 they outscored the Wolves 399-58. Tonight was another story, as the Wolves ended up winning 32-15. In the volleyba...
They look just like the American kid living on a farm-ranch operation. They know the ups and down of the adventures as well. These three are no strangers to physical work, chores, responsibility or late nights. Meet the McEwen kids, Morgan, 17, Flint, 15 and Maddy,12. They are the bright and smiling faces that arrived via stork to Jerey and Christi McEwen. While friends their age are waiting for the bell to ring and a chance to visit with their friends in the hallway between classes, the McEwen...
Far across the blue waters to a stint in Texas, Pr. Virgil Reed made his way to Montana in June to become the new pastor at the Little White Church in Malta. After a year in Texas, Reed and his wife, Emily, have moved in and are making Malta their new home. Reed spent most of his life in western Pennsylvania. In his earlier years he spent ten years in special education and related services and then some time working for the federal government. Before leaving the "Chocolate State" he also worked...
1 yrs Oct. 15, 2014 Grace Lucas was honored with the Circle of Green Thumb Award by Garden Club President, Sharon Miller. The skilled gardener is a lifetime member of the Garden Club. Last week the Malta Schools were shown demonstrations by the Phillips County and Malta City Fire Department. The kids were shown a car ripped apart by the Jaws of Life. The girl's volleyball coach was excited with their win over Plentywood, which was a first in Coach Julia Tatafu’s years as the coach. It was even more pleasant as it was Plentywood’s senior nig...
The Malta City Council had a full room for the Sept. 24th meeting. Mayor John Demarais led the pledge to the flag; all four council members were present. Also attending the meeting were Mark Knudsen, Kayla Warren, Megan Newman, Tyler and Abigail Bain, Yavon Pekovitch, Tessa Handley, Darrell Carney, Macie Hould, Ashley Stuart, Shyla Jones, Nellie Ereaux, Davy Conlon, Tana Oyler, Shonda Jenkins and Lynell LaBrie. Demarais opened the meeting with time for open comments, there being none, the meeting proceeded. Councilmember David Rummel moved to...
At the Malta School District meeting on Wednesday, September 18, following the opening statements by Chairman Angel DeVries, and the pledge to the flag, the meeting was called to order. All other members of the board were present. Also in attendance were Darlene Kolczak, Jana Moran, Carter Clausen, transportation director, and Jake Norby, Athletic Director. DeVries opened the evening by thanking District Clerk Jane for her 14 years as the clerk. She then presented her with a mustang bronze...
On Saturday, September 14, the tiny historical town of Zortman was the place to be to partake in activities. There were several events culminating on the calendar that a good portion of the town, with a census of 69 residents, participated in. Kathy (Bauer) Davis retired from the U.S. Postal service and folded the flag shortly before shutting down the post office on her last day as Postmistress, in the community that bears the 59546 zip code. Kathy was guest of honor at her retirement party...
VFW Buster Deo Post 4067 was well represented at the District 5 meeting of the VFW and Auxiliary in Plentywood on Saturday, Sept. 21. Jim Layton, Past Department Commander, and member of the National Council attended the VFW meeting. Auxiliary members attending were Carolyn Schmoeckel, Department of Montana President. Officers attending from the local auxiliary included Michelle Stevens, President; Sharon Kindle, Secretary; Kari Hould, Treasurer; Shirley Reynolds, Trustee; and Vincent Schmoeckel, Guard. The auxiliary meeting included school of...
1 yrs ago Oct. 8, 2014 County Commissioner Leslie Robinson took visiting county commissioners from various states around aboard the old Malta to Zortman Mud Wagon. D’Andre Haag and Amanda Mummy were selected as the homecoming royalty for Malta High School. Harry Orahood was pictured with Sam and Nellie in a memory page from Facebook. Sam and Nellie are his team of horses. Varsity M-ette volleyball player Darby Schye brought her A game to the court when taking on the Wolf Point Wolves. She had four kills of 11 while giving Malta eight of 19 k...
