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Dodson High School has announced that Tyrese Messerly has been named the Class of 2019 valedictorian and Shania Kelly KillEagle has been named Class salutatorian. Tyrese is the son of Felicia Jackson and Wesley KillEagle Jr. He is undecided on his future plans. Tyrese maintained a grade point average 3.6 through his high school career, was a five-year starter on the varsity basketball team, he was a member of both the cross country and track teams. Shania is the daughter of Joey and Valerie...
Malta High School has announced that Reba Doucette and Reese Sjostrom are the Class of 2019 co-valedictorians. Reba is the daughter of Pat and Eleanor Doucette of Malta and she plans to attend Montana Tech to pursue a degree in Petroleum Engineering. Reba maintained a grade point average of 4.11 during her high school career and was a member of FCCLA, Key Club, BPA, Girls Basketball Manager, Golf, and HS Band. Reese is the daughter of Mike and Deb Sjostrom of Malta and she plans to attend...
For the second time in four weeks, representatives from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CPB) were in Malta last Saturday afternoon to talk about a proposal to reduce the hours of operation at four Montana ports of entry at the U.S./Canadian border which would include the Port of Morgan in Loring, Mont., on Highway 191. For the second time in four weeks, those at the town hall meeting held at the Great Northern Lodge room spoke out against the plan to reduce the hours and CPB personnel...
Saco High School has announced that Josh Salveson has been named the Class of 2019 Vvledictorian. Josh is the son of Gene and Margo Salveson of Saco. His future plans are to attend The Universal Tech Institute - MMI in Phoenix, Ariz., for certified Harley Davidson Mechanic. Josh maintained a 3.7 GPA throughout his high school career. Josh has participated in the following activities while in high school: four years of band, three years of choir, three years of TSA, four years of basketball,...
On Tuesday, May 14, St. Mary's hosts "Drinking the Spirit" at the GN Lodge Room at 7 p.m. This is an adult group for anyone who is interested in hearing different speakers on different topics. This month's speaker is Amy Seymour. Amy is from Joliet, Mont., and is very active in her parish and community. Amy is a founding board member and current president of Yellowstone Valley Christians for Life. Since 2010, Amy has organized annual pro-life activities in the Billings area, including 40 Days...
Local Work Group Meetings are a valuable part of the NRCS planning process, providing an opportunity for agricultural producers, partner conservation organizations, and local land managers to be part of a collaborative effort to improve natural resources within our county. The purpose of the 2019 Local Work Group Meeting is to gather information in for the Long-Range Plan (LRP). The Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Phillips Conservation District will use this information to decide which natural resource concerns need the mos...
On Thursday, May 16, join the Charles M. Russel National Wildlife Refuge Community Working Group for a presentation by refuge manager Paul Santavy on the laws and policies that govern management of the wildlife refuge. The meeting will be held at the Flatwillow Hall in Winnett from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Also joining us will be guest speaker Jodi Bush of the US Fish and Wildlife Service, to present on the Endangered Species Act and continue discussions on working lands interactions with the ESA. The wildlife refuge is an important aspect of the...
It’s May! Happy birthday to all celebrating birthdays and anniversaries, and Mother’s Day. April was a busy month in Whitewater. There was a carnival at Penguin Hall at Whitewater School and there were many games for the children; also Bingo for adults. I played and won homemade cookies. Lunch was homemade pizza. Always fun. There was a junior high track meet in Whitewater on April 25. The children all did well in spite of the wind. A hamburger picnic was had at the meet. Sunday, 4-28, was Pol...
Dean and Carol Kienenberger were in Great Falls on Wednesday and while there they enjoyed supper with former residents Sid and Merrimae Solberg. Polly Solberg attended a meeting in Malta with the church's and CEF of Montana, Inc. hoping to set up a Bible School for children this summer run by the CEF. Orvin Solberg was acting Pastor at the Lutheran Church on Sunday. The Dean Kienenberger's branded on Saturday and a couple of the teens from town were out to help. Little Man and Kaitlyn were hired...
Whist Al Kroll’s 46 was one better than Ron Lundman’s 45, leaves those two in first and second place respectively. The traveling prize on the day was awarded to Barb Stevens when the crew met on April 30. Pinochle Barb Stevens ranked first with a 6,010-point effort and Gail Patrick notched a second place finish with 5,560. The traveling prize was awarded to both Gail and Lou Olson....
I’m not a joiner. I prefer to remain impartial or at least give that impression. No one can say I wrote this or that because I belong to a certain organization or know a secret handshake. I pretty much represent just me. With one exception: I am a member of the Breaks Elk Working Group. There. Finally got that off my chest. Be informed that any decision I make or opinion that I write is colored by my interest in the elk of the Missouri Breaks. I’ve been involved with the group for a number of ye...
Hair-dos were crimped and teased, suits and ties were on display and those swell, old feelings from high school were revisited as the Hi-Line Future Foundation (HLFF) held their first ever adult prom at the Bullet Hole in Malta recently as the group continues to raise funds for improving this city. All told, 30 couples – and about 10 singles -made their way to the prom for food, music and fun and in the process helped raise $808 dollars on a night of fun and friends. "Because of the turn out a...
The top six students enrolled in Introduction to Public Speaking at the University of Montana showcased their skills April 25 during the Last Best Speakers Competition on campus. Kelli Rosenquist of Missoula was named the top speaker in the persuasive category, and Logan Tomlinson of Hamilton was the top informative speaker. They each earned $100. The persuasive runners-up were Claire Shady of Missoula, and Jensen Ziola ofSaskatoon, Saskatchewan. Both received $25. The other two Last Best...
Proud parents, Melinda Fischer (formerly known as Anderson) and Chad Fischer of Dickinson ND., would like to announce the arrival of their new daughter, Raegan Lynn Fischer. Raegan was born on March 29, 2019, weighed 8 pounds and 2 ounces and is 20 inches long....
Jayla Graham was recently honored at Minot State University as she received the Student Leadership and Engagement Award for the 2018-19 school year. Graham and 14 other students received these honors based on scholarship and service to the university and community. Jayla has been on the President's List and Dean's List throughout college. She will graduate in May from Minot State University with a four-year bachelor's degree in nursing. After graduation, Jayla plans to continue her nursing...
A two-year project to update the maps and lists of veterans in all Phillips County locations (cemeteries and other areas ) is about 50% complete. Ninety to 100% of the veterans buried in Malta, Zortman, Landusky, Forks, Sun Prairie, Sunny Slope, and as much info as time permits of the Saco, Dodson, and Rietan Cemeteries will be on display on Memorial Day on May 27th. Please plan on taking the time to review then or soon after to be sure your relatives and past community members are listed in the forthcoming updated lists. Other displays will...
Malta Senior Meals Thursday, May 9th - Breakfast for lunch Friday, May 10th - Dill salmon Tuesday, May 14th - Tater tot casserole May Poppies May. The Malta American Legion Auxiliary will be distributing poppies during the month of May. Please honor our fallen heroes by wearing a poppy. GPDM open 5-1. The Great Plains Dinosaur Museum will be opening on Wednesday, May 1 at 10 a.m. for the season. Many exciting activities planned for the summer. MHS Pops 5-8. The Malta High School Pops Concert will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8 at...
Please be advised: If you are planning on using Trafton Park shelters for an event in the future, please contact the Malta City Office, 654-1251, to reserve the shelters, get the key and pay for the electricity. The Phillips Co Sheriff’s Office will no longer be handling this. Thank you. NOTICE TO NEW CONCEALED WEAPON PERMIT APPLICANTS: The Phillips County Sheriff’s Office will no longer be providing Concealed Weapon Permit classes. When you pick up the application, you will see the legal requirements necessary to obtain a Concealed Weapon Per...
1 year ago May 8, 1919 Five girls made up the 1919 Class of graduates from Malta High School. Rev. L. J. Christler gave the commencement address. Graduates were Jean Hewitt, Nora Hocket, Inez Erickson, Ellen Swanson, and Helen Smith. ♥♥♥ F. W. Wheat had purchased the Fifth Avenue Hotel from Mr. and Mrs. George Health who had operated it for the past two years. ♥♥♥ Fred L. Robinson had returned from service in France. He had also purchased the store in Wagner owned by Harry McConnell a...
Kindergarten: Keaton (KJ) Fetter is the Kindergarten student of the month for March. KJ is a great student, he is always on time to school and works very hard until he leaves. He is respectful and kind to others. He listens well, follows directions and always does an excellent job. He is a great joy to have in class. Grade 1: Marcos Cortez is in the first grade. He came to our school in the fall, then left, but returned in February. We are glad to have his funny personality back with us. Most days, Marcos is happy and upbeat. He loves math!...
Seven young musicians performed their piano solos and duets on April 28 in the MHS choir room. They range in age from 6th through 11th grade. Their teacher, Janice Roberts, teamed up with fellow pianist Nancy Murdock, performing a Beethoven piece for two pianos. The audience, which braved nasty weather to attend, was well rewarded with ragtime, classical, boogie, gospel and folk music. Left to right are: Bryan Bertos, Mason Simanton, Jonathan Siewing, Sierra White, Madelyn Ohl, Kirsta...
Top: Last Monday, the Malta Public School Garden - which is located behind Malta High School - received a $5,000 grant from the MDU Resources. Grant money was presented by Area Manager Carter Clausen, left, to Mrs. Becky Bruce and Payton Clausen. Right: Last Thursday, Mrs. Bruce and Clausen accepted a check for the Malta Public School Garden from Northwest Farm Credit Service for $2,000. Courtesy Photos....
MALTA- Frank Leroy "Lurch" Nivens 66, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2019 in Glasgow, Montana. Surrounded by his soulmate Lori, daughters Georgeena, Echo Kay, and grandchildren Thaison, Samara and Sierra. Memorial services will take place at Montana Gulch Campground August 31, 2019 at 11 A.M. Condolences for the family may be left at www.kirkwoodfuneralhome.com Lurch was born on August 26, 1952 to George Lee and Athelia (Dilly) Nivens in Havre, Montana. From there they moved to Harlem,...
PUBLIC NOTICE PHILLIPS COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT-IN THE MATTER OF American Prairie Reserve’s Petition for Variance from Phillips Conservation District Ordinance 2016-1. A Board of Adjustment (Board) has been convened to decide a petition for variance filed by American Prairie Reserve (APR) with the Phillips Conservation District (District). The petition seeks a variance from the District’s Ordinance 2016-1, “An Ordinance for the Protection of Soil and Water from all Bison/Buffalo Grazing in Phillips Conservation Distr...
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