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One of the things that Phillips County residents share is our spirit of giving and the willingness to help others. This is always a good time of year to share with others, and this year in particular there are many people that could use a helping hand, however big or small that might be. Here are a few options to help brighten the holidays this year. KMMR’s annual Food Bank night will be held Monday, November 30th in conjunction with the first Monday late night opening downtown and a $250 button drawing. Shoppers who contribute n...
Phillips County residents have once again shown their generosity and love for a friend in need with another amazing KMMR Radiothon, which was held on Friday, November 20. Callers contributed over $20,000 to Chayten Pippin’s medical fund as of the last count. Chayten, 18, was diagnosed with a Desmoplastic Small Round Cell tumor, a very rare cancer that begins with a cell in the pelvis that attaches itself to an organ. There are under 400 known cases. Chayten, along with his parents Heidi and Chris and his younger brother Carter are currently r...
The Malta VFW Auxiliary, Hi-Line Retirement Center, and the Malta Elementary School paid tribute to some of our county's heroes last week in honor of Veterans Day. Carolyn Schmoeckel of the Malta VFW Auxiliary reports that they served 75 people at the annual Vet's Day Dinner, including 27 Veterans. This year's dinner was served drive-through style due to the current health concerns. Thankfully, the change did not overly affect the turnout, as 77 people, including 34 veterans, were served at the...
As the Dodson Class of 2021 was working on scholarships this fall, they decided that a community service project to honor and thank the elders and senior residents of the Dodson community would be a meaningful and inspirational experience. "It has been a rough time with the restrictions, closures, cancellations, and delays of gatherings they are so accustomed to. The elders in our community are used to enjoying traveling to visit family, attending powwows, sporting events this time of year....
Phillips County Health Department reported 15 new cases between Friday, November 13th, and Sunday, November 15th. As of Monday, there are 30 active cases, with 196 cases considered recovered for a total of 230 cases overall. At present, three residents are hospitalized (out of 15 total hospitalizations) and we have lost four Phillips County residents to this virus. Statewide, 1,239 new cases were reported as of Monday, November 16th, with 6,184 cases reported in the previous seven days. Based on state and county data, Montana has 48,723 total c...
As of November 10, there are 31 active cases in Phillips County with 178 residents considered recovered, for a total of 213 total cases. One person is currently hospitalized, out of 13 hospitalizations overall. We have lost four Phillips County residents to this virus. The staff and residents of the Hi-Line Retirement Center continue to battle the virus. One unit is currently dedicated to COVID positive residents, and the staff is working tirelessly to the best care available while being mindful of their own health. Please keep them and all...
While the Country continues to see recounts and court battles, Montanans saw a record voter turnout on November 3rd 2020. Out of 752,538 registered voters, 611, 188 citizens exercised their right and responsibility to cast their ballot- a historic 81.22 percent turnout, according to the Montana Secretary of State’s election results website. In Phillips County, the 84.12 percent turnout was even more impressive, with 2,412 votes cast. We voted at pretty straight 80/20 percent in favor of Republicans over Democratic candidates. At the national l...
Like most things this year, the Phillips County Historical Society has had to get creative with their plans for their annual Christmas Festival. The fundraiser, which will begin on Monday, November 9, will culminate with a live auction which will be aired on KMMR 100.1 FM and kmmrfm.com on Thursday evening, December 3 at 6:05 p.m. Phillips County businesses, communities, organizations, and individuals will be competing in the "Festival of Trees" event. During the festival guests will enjoy...
In honor of Veteran's Day, Malta High School Principal Shawn Bleth brought our attention to something special in the front hall of MHS. The display that greets students, staff, and visitors, as they enter the building, features a collection of photos of some of our alumni that we can be most proud of, our active duty servicemen and women of the United States Military. Along with three flags that have flown proudly in honor of Malta High and Junior High, 21 frames feature a smattering of those...
The weather was beautiful on October 27th as the Malta Chamber of Commerce, Malta Merchant's Committee, and our three area banks kicked off the giving season with the 3rd annual Oktoberfest and Christmas Scrip Kick-off. While attendance seemed to be down slightly from previous years, and good time and some screamin' deals were had by all. Julie Snellman, President of the Merchant's Committee, noted that the dreaded curse of 2020 may have had something to do with it. "I personally feel the 18...
What began as stomach cramps and a suspected case of appendicitis turned into every parent's nightmare for Saco’s Chris and Heidi Pippin on October 22nd. By the end of their son, Chayten’s, appointment in Glasgow, they were on their way for testing at the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children in Denver. He was admitted upon arrival and was placed on the pediatric oncology floor soon thereafter. Chayten was diagnosed as having a Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, a very rare cancer that begins w...
As of Monday, November 2, 2020, The PC Health Department reports 37 active cases of Covid-19 in Phillips County, with 156 total individuals considered to be recovered, and 194 total cases overall. Currently, there are two active hospitalizations. 13 patients have had to be hospitalized since the beginning of the pandemic. Sadly, one county resident has died from the disease. Statewide, 757 new cases were reported on Monday, bringing the total number of active cases to 12,370. There have been 34,252 total confirmed cases in Montana, with 386 res...
Ernest Miramon Jr. appeared before Judge Yvonne Laird on Tuesday, October 27th via closed-circuit television and entered a plea of not guilty to two (2) counts of Sexual Assault, a Felony, Inflicts Bodily Injury or Victim is Less than 16, offender, is 3 Years Older. Judge Laird explained that each charge carries a punishment of between 4 years and life in prison, to run consecutively. The defendant may also be held responsible for restitution to victims, including but not limited to any therapy and court costs incurred. Judge Laird read...
As of Monday, October 26, The Phillips County Health Department reports two new positive cases of COVID-19 cases in the county. That brings the number of active cases to twenty, and the number of total cases to 163, with 143 recoveries. While 11 patients have previously been hospitalized with the virus, at present there are no active hospitalizations. Hi-Line Retirement Center has five active cases amongst residents and six active cases amongst staff. Three staff members are considered recovered. One Malta Middle School student is currently...
Dodson Schools has changed the learning format for the second quarter. Due to the large ongoing spike of positive COVID cases on the neighboring Ft. Belknap Reservation, a large number of our student population has been restricted from attending safely in person. On October 21st, only 15 % of the student body was in attendance due to the shutdown of Ft Belknap. To continue to move forward with a safety first mindset and with the caution for high-risk employees and students coming into our buildi...
Due to the current public health concerns and restrictions, several planned activities around the county have had to be canceled or modified this Halloween. There will be no procession of terrible goblins, tiny members of KISS, or cute fuzzy bunnies this year as the annual Halloween parade has fallen victim to the curse of 2020. Lynne’s Line Photography also announced that the annual complimentary Halloween photoshoot will be back in 2021. The Phillips County Ambulance Association’s (PCAA) Haunted House will sadly have to skip what would have b...
The City Council got straight down to business at the first City Council meeting in October. City Manager provided an update on the Public Works department, relaying that work continues as the crews prepare for the oncoming winter season. As the meeting was opened to the public, the council heard from citizens on both sides of the pro-posed ordinance 154, which sought to allow families and individuals to keep up to 6 female chickens within city limits. The proposed ordinance would only allow up...
While the weather this week may seem like we’ve been cheated out of the glory days of fall and sent straight to winter, luckily we have time to celebrate the harvest and start prepping to spoil our loved ones thanks our Malta banks, The Malta Area Chamber of Commerce, and over 40 of our local merchants. Malta’s third annual, family-friendly Oktoberfest, in conjunction with the “Shop Home for the Holidays” Christmas Scrip Kick-Off will be Thursday, October 29th at the Stockman Terrace. Banks and businesses will be open until 8 p.m. and host a...
As National Bullying Prevention month comes to a close, resident Kelly Cederberg would like to invite the community to stand together against bullying, and community united by their dedication to kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. The “ask” is simple and only requires one to wear the color orange on National Unity Day, October 21, 2020. The month of October is devoted to celebrating differences and realizing that if we approach others from a place of love and compassion we collectively invest in improving the state of our local com...
Sadly, the search for Sally Demarais Smith has ended, according to Sheriff Jesse Slaughter of the Cascade County Sheriff and Coroner’s office in a news release on Sunday night, October 11th. "Today around 2:30 p.m., Sally Jane Demarais Smith, and her 2005 Toyota Corolla were found in a storage unit located at 3033 Malmstrom Drive. Sally was found inside of her vehicle deceased. An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday in Missoula." The storage facility is located outside the city limits of Great F...
As of October 12, 2020, 423 new cases of COVID cases were reported in Montana, bringing the statewide total to 19,125 with a total recovered caseload of 11,481. Currently, 904 Montanans are hospitalized with the virus, and 11,481 patients are considered recovered. According to data from Johns Hopkins University, more than half of US states are seeing an increase in new coronavirus cases, with Montana being one of five states reporting a jump of more than 50-percent in the last week. More than 214,000 people have died from the virus in the U.S....
In the United States, only 11 states have made Emergency Medical Services an essential service. In coordination with Emergency Medical providers across the state, Phillips County EMT Coordinator Rhei Tharp is working to change this in Montana. All EMS personnel are licensed by their respective states, and report to a Board of Medical Examiners made up of medical professionals. EMR’s, EMTs, AEMTs, and Paramedics make up this system of prehospital care. EMS services throughout the state of Montana are either a paid service, volunteer service, o...
Roy and Arlene Brewer have been ministering to local residents and around the world since the 1960s. They will return on Monday, October 18 to once again speak at the Assembly of God Church during a four-day stay with events at the church each day. Don Voegel first heard the two speak about four or five years ago and encourages the community to hear them speak. “People can expect Roy and Arlene to be very relevant, challenging, and encouraging. In my 72 years, I have never experienced a time that is so confusing and unsettling. If you are l...
Residents and friends of Hinsdale are invited to a pie social to on Sunday, October 18th, from 2-5 p.m. to raise funds to repair the monument at Hinsdale’s Legion Park, or the Legion Hall in case of inclement weather. For 75 years, the monument has stood as a prominent fixture in the Hinsdale community, reminding us of the sacrifices of our local veterans. The front side of the memorial was designated to those individuals who had been wounded or killed in combat, with their names placed on a ...
Sally Jane Demarais-Smith, Malta High School Class of 1986, was last seen on the afternoon of Friday, September 25th at her home in Great Falls, Mont. The Great Falls Police Department, her friends, and family are very concerned for her welfare and are asking everyone for their help in locating her. Smith is a 52-year-old female with brown hair and brown eyes. She is 5'7" tall and weighs approximately 140 pounds. She is thought to have possibly been traveling to the Malta area, but her family...