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As the sun set on the Friday night edition of the Phillips County Fair, LoCash took the stage and immediately fell in love with the audience of 1,029. "We play in front of thousands and thousands of people, but you guys are fun and this is getting crazy," Preston Brust told those in attendance "This is going to be fun!" LoCash was the headlining, grandstand act of the 102nd Phillips County Fair and they graced the stage following opening acts Two Way Crossing from Nashville and Trial by Fire fro...
The 2017 Phillips County Fair 4-H Beef Show featured 14 in senior showmanship and seven in advanced junior showmanship and featured several blue ribbon steer in Market Beef. The event took place on Friday, August 4, a cool morning that had the steers wanting to move around. The judge leaned towards the showmen who displayed complete control and while the cool weather was nice, it made things unpredictable and gave even past champions a bit of trouble. Malta senior Kendall Koss took first place...
The month of July in Phillips County started with a fire in the Zortman and Landusky areas that ended up burning over 11 thousands acres and ended with a small reprieve from extreme heats and a little bit of rain. In-between, folks in Phillips County suffered during one of the driest months in recent memory, a number of smaller fires and extreme heats. Phillips County Volunteer Fire fighter Greg Kelsey told the PCN that local volunteer fire crews responded to at least 10 fires since the July Fire erupted (and had fire fighters at the July Fire...
The Phillips County Commissioners recently passed a resolution prohibiting the operation of medical marijuana storefronts pursuant to the Montana Medical Marijuana Act and will host a public hearing to hear thoughts on adopting zoning ordinances to further prohibit medical marijuana storefronts in the county. “The Phillips County Commissioners are calling for a public hearing to receive public input on whether or not to adopt a zoning ordinance to prohibit the growth, sale, and distribution, of medical marijuana, and any establishment a...
Open class entries were up in 2017 (exceeding even the lofty numbers posted at the 100th event two years ago) and surged past the 2,500 total at this year's Phillips County Fair, due in large part to a couple select groups of exhibitors. "Usually, the sewing wall has like two things but this year both Malta Colonies brought the bulk of the entries and the Hutterites supported that area very well in sewing and in that (needlework) building," said Phillips County Fair's Joy Linn. "The Malta Boys...
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering technical and financial assistance to agricultural landowners impacted by 2017 wildfires across Montana. NRCS is accepting applications for its Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) to assist with livestock grazing deferment, damaged fence and post removal, livestock fencing, water facility development, critical area plantings, and cover crops. NRCS accepts conservation pro-gram applications year-round; however, applications for 2017 wildfire recovery funding must be...
Gladys Ostlund Jacobson, a lifelong Malta resident, died on August 3, 2017, in Great Falls, Mont. Gladys was born to Levi and Marianne (Soennichsen) Ostlund in Forks, Mont., on July 5, 1932. At a young age, Gladys moved with her parents and brothers, Edward and Robert, to the Milk River Valley. She graduated from Malta High School, having shared many shenanigans with Lila Licht. Gladys married Russell Jacobson on September 17, 1950, and they raised their family in the Malta area. She was a lifelong member of the Malta Lutheran Church. She was a...
Alena Carol Keller, 58, of Zortman, Mont., passed away on August 5, 2017, peacefully in her sleep. A beloved and loving wife and mother, and lived in Zortman for the last four years. She had worked at the Phillips County Hospital until she became ill in 2015. She met her husband and soulmate at a Valentine’s Day dance in Monroe, La., on February 14, 1981. They were married on June 6, 1981. With her husband, Alena was able to travel from Louisiana to Germany where she had two of her four children, Samantha and Samual. After returning to C...
Hi-line Whist On Tuesday, August 1, Gloria and Clara started the day with a 16-10 before Curt and Pearl evened the series at one each with a 13-7 victory. “We came back a little after they got us good,” Pearl reported. On Friday, August 4, Clara and Pearl took the first win of the night with a 14-7 tally before Curt and Agnes notched a victory with an 18-10 win. “We all came out good,” Pearl said. “So happy we all were!” Whist On Tuesday, July 25, Leonard Leader scored 57, outpacing Sherman Doucette (50) to take first place on the day. Jeanet...
On Tuesday afternoon Dodson residents found themselves facing a dire situation — no water, due to some malfunction with the system. So dry, so hot, and the fair to start and no water. Phones were ringing trying to find out the problem and some people were quite concerned —some with no patience. A malfunction in an electrical box most likely caused by the extreme heat is believed to be the culprit. By Saturday and Sunday, temperatures were down so it made it more enjoyable for the fair goe...
Congratulations to all the people who entered objects in the fair! I believe our youngest winner up in this area is Ryan Clark who received a blue ribbon on his green pea entry in open class! Way to go, Ryan! I have many fond memories of getting ready for the fair with all the entries, baking, canning and cleaning sheaves. Much stress! But people continue to enter and be judged and win money for their efforts! Lu Besel and I took in the concert along with about 500 other people! It was a great...
Malta Senior Meals Thursday, Aug 10th - Pork roast Friday, Aug 11th - Fish n chips Tuesday, Aug 15th - Meatballs Do you have a birthday in August? Be sure to sign up for a 10 meal certificate for August when you sign in for dinner. You could be the winner. Malta Youth Soccer Malta Parks & Rec Youth Soccer League registration forms can be picked up at the Malta City Hall or at Malta Elementary or Middle School offices. Signups will be Tuesday, August 22 at the MES open house from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Malta Schools Summer Band Lessons 8-14....
Trophy Sponsor Recipient Round Robin Showmanship Senior Gary and Donna Young Kari Koss Round Robin Showmanship Adv. Jr. Moore's Printing Brylee French Beef Senior Showmanship In Memory of Darryl Seeley Kendall Koss Beef Adv. Jr. Showmanship Phillips County Farm Bureau Kailey Crowder Sheep Senior Showmanship Jim & Sally Schumacher Family Riley Mortenson Sheep Adv. Jr. Showmanship Milk River Honey Dylan Brown Sheep Beg. Jr. Showmanship CHS Big Sky Haden Hellie Swine Senior Showmanship CHS Big Sky Kaden Moore Swine Adv. Jr. Showmanship In Memory...
Sale Order Grand Champion Market Swine - Carson Ottinger 34 Reserve Champion Market Swine - Kendall Koss No Sale Grand Champion Market Lamb - Hoyt Hellie 3 Reserve Champion Market Lamb - Hayden Hellie 4 Grand Champion Market Beef- Kendall Koss 4 Reserve Champion Market Beef- Aidan Wiese 12 The 4-H and FFA wish to thank the buyers for all of their support through the years. We would also like to give a special thanks to Auctioneer Cliff Rustad for donating his time and services for the auction....
1 years ago August 2, 1917 All of Phillips County grain fields were showing the effects of a long drought. Farmers had sowed large acreages of wheat and were facing a harvestless season. ♪ ♪ ♪ A serious fire in the Little Rockies near Lodge Pole and the mission had done considerable damage and a large force of men was required to put it under control. ♪ ♪ ♪ From the official list of men registered for war service in the August 2 issue in 1917 some familiar names appear: John Crowley, Henry Com...
Portion of July 16 5:04 p.m. Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Phillips Co until 530pm; quar-ter sized hail is possible. 5:10 p.m. Female reported a missing dog from a Dodson residence. 5:26 p.m. Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southeastern Phillips Co until 615pm; quar-ter sized hail is possible. 5:55 p.m. Female reported a temporary water line break; information passed onto City employee. 6:40 p.m. 911 received reporting a theft of property; Deputy responded to the call; case file started. 6:47 p.m. Female requested law...
A photo essay of the 102nd Phillips County Fair held in Dodson, Montana.... Full story
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO ADOPT AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE OPENING OF ANY NEW ESTABLISHMENTS THAT GROW, SELL OR DISTRIBUTE MEDICAL MARIJUANA FOR A TWELVE (12) MONTH PERIOD, AND PROHIBITING THE OPERATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA STOREFRONTS PURSUANT TO THE MONTANA MARIJUANA ACT. The Phillips County Commissioners are calling for a Public Hearing to receive public input on whether or not to adopt a zoning ordinance to prohibit the growth, sale, and distribution , of medical marijuana, and any establishment attempting to grow, sell,...
HELP WANTED Part-Time Homemaker for Phillips County Phillips County Council on Aging Open until filled. Seeking a responsible, independent Caregiver to assist older people in their homes throughout the county. Must be willing to travel. Current driver's license and a dependable vehicle with insurance coverage is required. Mileage reimbursement provided in addition to wage. Applications and job descriptions are available at the Phillips County Health Department, 105 S. 2nd St. E., Malta, Montana. EOE Teller Position First Security Bank is...
I checked again, just to be sure. The results were the same. There it was. Under “Special drawing Status” on the Fish, Wildlife and Parks web page: Not successful. I won’t be hunting antelope this fall. It’s happened before. An antelope tag is never a sure thing, but I’ve drawn enough of them over the years, that I was expecting this one. Last year’s hunt was too easy. And too quick. I spotted a herd grazing along a dry creekbottom as I was driving to the ranch to pick up my permission...
Dear Editor, Wow! I was an interesting week the White House (written August 3) - also known as "chaos villa." Firings, hiring's and tweeter feed. Kind of makes you feel the right hand doesn't know what the left hand is doing. Hiring Scaramouch to be in charge of press activities, please don't let your children listen to his press conferences, his language would shame a pirate's parrot. Healthcare repeal failed for the fourth time - but Trump wants to take an 18-day vacation in August, but told the congress they need to stay in session and get s...
The Fairground Grandstands were pretty full for the Phillips County Nile Sanctioned Ranch Rodeo last Sunday, August 6 at 1 p.m. The rodeo featured eight teams vying to win their spot in the Nile, an event set to take place on Saturday, August 14. The annual event, which had been held at the Trafton Park arena saw a change in scenery along with a large crowd of around 2,000 in attendance. The event was won by Reid Ranch of Blackfoot Idaho, who was fresh off of a win in the Great Falls Ranch Rodeo...
With the Dodson Fairgrounds packed out with thousands in attendance, the Indian Relay Races lived up to expectations, providing the crowd with plenty of excitement during both the morning qualifying rounds and during the final four races in the afternoon. The event, which was accredited by the Horse Nations Indian Relay Council and sponsored by the Fort Belknap Indian Community / Aaniiih and Assiniboine / Nakoda tribes, crowned its first champion, the Carlson Relay team thanks to some solid...
The Phillips County edition of the Bash for Cash Demolition Derby saw a new champion as two-time winner P.C. Fair event Garrett Powell of Chinook was dethroned by Jestin Brown, who was left standing against Chase Moxley at the end of the race. "I was just having fun," Brown said after the win. "It feels pretty good because I never have good luck here. I always have back luck here, so it felt pretty good." He went on to say that he has had steering issues in past P.C. Fair events. Brown had gone...
The AMX Races at the Phillips County Fair featured plenty of suspense as 22 racers raced in the event’s Super and Stock Classes on Saturday, August 5 at the Dodson Grandstand during the 102nd Annual Phillips County Fair. It was the first AMX event of the year due to the first event being cancelled due to a broken water line in early June. The fair’s Super Class A Main (championship) was won by Brett Jaynes of Dodson, after a controversial call in which Havre’s Duke Thomas was black flagg...