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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,...
Today, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) announced that Dodson, Montana rancher Lesley Robinson will serve as vice chair of the association's Federal Lands Committee. Initiated in 1898, NCBA is the oldest and largest national trade association representing America's cattle farmers and ranchers. "Lesley Robinson has spent her entire life ranching and along the way, she got involved in policymaking and advocating for the U.S. cattle industry," said NCBA Policy Division Chair Kim...
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...
Mark Handley (October 3, 1954 – January 18, 2025) Mark Handley passed away peacefully January 18th, 2025 surrounded by family. Mark was born October 3rd, 1954 to Warren and Margaret Handley. Margaret passed away giving birth to Mark. On a cruise ship Mark saw a woman that caught his eye and this woman became his mom, Edwina Handley, who raised him alongside his dad. Mark grew up in Shelby, MT until Junior High and then he moved to Toowoomba, Australia where he graduated from high school. He c...
Rickie Lee Pawlowski (July 1, 1954 – January 6, 2025) Rickie Lee Pawlowski, Age 70, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 6, 2025 at his home in Malta, Montana. Rick was born in Circle, Montana to Wayne & Laurel (Lala) Pawlowski on July 1, 1954. He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Circle High School in 1972. He attended Rocky Mountain College of Business and later returned home to help with the family farm. Rick married Patti Wolff on October 8, 1977, and they had 3 w...
Scott Paul Scheffelmear (July 19, 1970 – January 24, 2025) Scott Paul Scheffelmear, proud father and grandfather, 54, of Whitewater, Montana, was tragically and unexpectedly lost on January 24th, 2025 in Malta, MT. Scott’s unexpected passing comes as a shock to his family, friends, and loved ones, who are still reeling at the loss. He lived an eventful life and still had so much ahead of him. He was taken far too soon and had many more stories to tell. He was born in Havre, MT on July 19th, 197...
Since January 1, the Havre Weekly Chronicle (formerly Havre Daily News) is under new management. Jesse Mullen, founder of Mullen Newspapers based in Deer Lodge, met with the staff of the Chronicle last week in Havre. "I'm excited about Havre, and the Chronicle," Mullen said. "Havre is a great community, and it deserves a great community newspaper. "The team at the Chronicle has what it takes to provide top-notch reporting and marketing for the Hi Line, and I'm glad to be able to work with them...
Malta Senior Center BINGO is every Friday at 1:00 at the Malta Senior Center. Malta School Board Mtg School Board Meetings are held every second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the MHS Boardroom. Times and dates are subject to change. City Council Meetings City Council Meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at City Hall at 5 p.m. Knitting & Crochet Club The Knitting & Crochet Club will meet at Gone to Pieces Quilt Shop at 11 a.m. every Thursday. Lunch at River’s Bend Mon. and Wed. River’s Bend Assisted Living has...
The Senior Citizens card group plays on Tuesday and Thursday of each week. Please come down and join them. PINOCHLE NEWS On Jan. 14, 2024, the high went to Ken Blunt with 6130 points, taking second place was Margaret Leader with 6080 and the traveling prize was split between Ron Lundman and Theresa Frye. January 16, the high went to Kevin Stevens with 6270, second place went to Ken Ruzicka with 5680 and the traveling prize was won by Ron Lundman. For the game played on Jan. 21, the high score went to Betty Copple with 5920, second place went...
The Senate has been working through implementing a new computer system these first few weeks. There have been bills scheduled for hearing that did not receive proper public notice for the three days. In my case, I had a notice for hearing on my desk, but the public notice was never completed. In looking into the issue, I found out there are two sides of this new improved system that don’t seem to be communicating. The part the staff uses for input at times does not share with the part you and I see. Therefore, a search for a bill may show up di...
A little-known fact about Malta: it has the best passenger rail service in Montana. While it may not have the grandest depot in the state, this little town of less than 2,000 on the Hi-line, offers something far more valuable - reasonable departure times. No need to get up in the middle of the night to catch the train. Amtrak passes through here every afternoon. From one of the most isolated spots in the state, travelers can reach Chicago or Seattle in less than a day. Flying is still faster,...
1 Peter 5:7, "Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you." (NLT) Luke 12:29-32, "What I'm trying to do here is get you to relax, not be so preoccupied with getting so you can respond to God's giving. People who don't know God and the way he works fuss over these things, but you know both God and how he works. Steep yourself in God-reality, God-initiative, God-provisions. You'll find all your everyday human concerns will be met. Don't be afraid of missing out. You're my dearest friends! The Father wants to give you the very k...
Check out our website: www.phillipscountysheriff.org and our Facebook page, Phillips County Sheriff’s Office. Our Facebook page does give reports of scams and other important information as needed to get to the public. FYI: Please remember to file a new burn permit for the 2025 year. If you plan on doing any burning in 2025, please file one BEFORE you start to burn. These permits are good for all of 2025 and you only have to file one a year, not every time you burn. All 2024 permits will no longer be valid after December 31, 2024. Call PCSO, 4...
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...
On Tuesday, January 21, Governor Greg Gianforte announced the following appointments: Board of Regents of Higher Education Raina Mortenson, Malta: As a student at the University of Montana Western, Mortenson is enrolled in the Kinesiology program and grew up on her family's farm north of Dodson. Her term will run through July 1, 2025. Heather Hoyer, Belt: Serving as District Superintendent for Great Falls Public Schools, Hoyer brings decades of leadership in teaching and administration through her work in Great Falls. Hoyer has a bachelor of...
The Dodson Coyotes and North Country Mavericks team met up at the Coyote Den for their second matchup of the season, this time a much closer game than their clash in Whitewater on December 21, a game that North Country won 66-33. This time around, the Mavericks won 54-50. The night before, the Coyotes lost 80-34 to the Scobey Spartans in Dodson. The Mavericks defeated the Frazer Bearcubs 87-37 in Hinsdale. This past matchup could possibly be the last matchup that the two meet up as members of...
The Malta Mustangs picked up a pair of wins last weekend as they defeated the Harlem Wildcats 80-56 in Malta on Friday, January 24, and then the Poplar Indians 79-74 in an overtime win in Poplar on Saturday, January 25. The Mustangs are scheduled to host Roy-Winifred on Thursday, January 30, starting at 3 p.m. The night will serve as Malta's Senior Night. The Mustang seniors include Bohdi Brenden, Treyton Wilke, Kash Stiles, Mason Simanton, and Stockton Oxarart. Malta will also travel to...
The Dodson Lady Coyote and North Country Lady Maverick basketball teams met up in their second clash of the 2024-25 season on Saturday, January 25. Their second meeting ended similar to their first meeting in December. This time the Lady Mavs defeated the Lady Coyotes 56-12 in Dodson. The Lady Coyotes fell 64-12 to the Scobey Lady Spartans in Dodson on Friday, January 24. The Lady Mavericks defeated the Frazer Bearcubs 83-23 on Friday night in Hinsdale. Senior Shelbi LaBrie led the Lady...
Fave Hobby: Hanging Out With Friends. Dream Career: Psychologist Future College: Miles Community College. Fave Candy Bar: Reese's Peanut Butter Cup. Fave Subject: English. Dream Vehicle: Ford Bronco or Jeep. Dream Vacation: North Carolina. Fave Spot in P.C.: My House....
Phillips Transit 654-5301 Call by 4 p.m. on Friday to schedule a ride to church. Call the Phillips County News 654-2020 with your Church Schedule and Information. Elim Lutheran Brethren Church Adult Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. (Children's Church 3 yrs old-4th grade) 822 Central Ave. 654-1572 Grace Fellowship Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Olympians - Wednesday, 3:40 p.m.- 5:15 p.m. 346 S. 3rd St. E. 654-5282 Hi-Line Apostolic Church 3 p.m. Sunday Services 411 S. 5th Ave. E. 654-2947 - 390-5450 Little...
The Malta M-ette basketball team won a couple of conference games this weekend as they hosted and defeated the Harlem LadyCats 79-43 on Friday, January 24, and they won their away game in Poplar 67-44 against the Lady Indians. The M-ettes will host the Fairview Lady Warriors on Thursday, January 30, for Malta’s Senior Night. Kelbie Nelson will be honored as the team’s lone senior. Malta was led by junior Neva Jacobson who had 17 points, eight assists, seven steals, and four rebounds. Junior Ken...
The Malta-Whitewater Wrestling teams went to separate venues last weekend, as the girls team competed in the Golden Eagle Girls' Invitational in Lewistown, while the boys team went to the Class B Duels in Townsend. Both events started on Friday, January 24, and concluded on Saturday, January 25. In team dual format, in Townsend, the Malta boys team defeated Broadwater 40-36 in round 1. In round 2, Malta defeated Shepherd 41-27. Malta defeated Simms 54-9 in the fourth round. Lincoln County...
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...
