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Over the past week, Powder River County has seen a major side effect of the deep snow deposits left during February – flooding. The effect comes on slowly, first beginning with a trickle in the tiniest rivulets, high in the hills. As the water descends towards the Gulf of Mexico, it picks up power as those rivulets become streams, and eventually become torrents, washing out dikes, dams, and roads. Alternately, the water may serenely expand out over an area once thought un-floodable, only to f...
By Charlanne Lemke Twenty five BPA students and faculty traveled to Billings, MT, for the Business Professionals of America State Leadership Conference recently. At the State Leadership Conference, the students competed in a number of contests, attended business sessions, took part in the Special Olympics activities, participated in workshops, and enjoyed the Carnival Fun Night. The competitors learned a lot, and also had a lot of fun! Here are the results: TOP TEN QUALIFIERS: Rachel Rasmussen—7th Fundamental Word Processing; Abigail M...
The Broadus Community Garden Project will take root May 2019 near the Powder River Manor, in the southeast corner of the property. Community members can rent a garden plot in the garden and grow their own produce to eat or share. Raised and in-ground plots as well as a wheel-chair accessible plot will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Full plots are 8’ x 16’, $30 each; half plots are 8’ x 8’, $15 each. Members pay the plot fee annually to help pay for water, additional plot development, and maintenance. Water hook-ups will be...
By Jacy Collins The Broadus Academic Olympics teams did a great job this year after practicing for five weeks. All of these individuals gave up their lunch hour once a week to practice. The two day Academic Olympics competition has junior high competing on Tuesday and high school on Wednesday. The day is split into two sections; a written exam in which students compete individually and as a team and an oral round where teams answer questions in a buzzer round competition. Great job to all who...
KINGS BAY, Ga. – As citizens of Broadus go about their daily lives, members of the U.S. Navy's "Silent Service" work beneath the ocean's waves, continuing a tradition that only a small fraction of military members will ever know: strategic deterrence. Petty Officer 1st Class Zach Amsden is assigned to USS Alaska, and is a 2013 graduate of Powder River County District High School. Zach takes on the task to execute one of the Defense Department's most important mission of strategic deterrence. A...
By Kelda Page It is that time again for local community organizations that are making efforts to carry out existing projects or implementing new projects and activities, to submit a PRCEF grant application. Applications can be picked up at the MSU Extension Office-Powder River County or go to our website at www.prscdc.com and download the application. The deadline to have applications submitted is May 1, 2019. Grants will be reviewed and scored by a committee of the School Community Development Council. If you have further questions concerning...
On Sunday, March 24, 2019, Murr Stuart Isaacs passed away at the age of 73 in Gillette, WY, where he was lovingly surrounded by his family. Murr was born on January 23, 1946 at Miles City, MT. At age 19, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1968. In 1969 he married Mary Lolley and had two sons: Bill and Charlie. He later married Diana Mikkelson in 1979 and had a daughter, Jennifer. Murr lived most of his adult life in Broadus, MT, where he enjoyed raising his...
Participants at the 4-H Demonstration Workshop held last week were able to experience giving impromptu team demonstrations thanks to Karena Appleman's leadership, according to Powder River Extension Agent Mary Rumph. "Karena started the workshop by giving a demonstration on 'How to Give a Demonstration', a wonderful way to teach younger members the basics," explained Rumph. Following her in-depth presentation covering the parts of the demonstration, she conducted a science experiment with the...
(MILES CITY, Mont.) – The BLM would like to encourage surface owners to properly verify their ownership of mineral rights before excavating sand, gravel, stone or scoria on their property. Surprisingly, these materials may or may not belong to the surface owner. Millions of acres of private land in the Montana/Dakotas region involve a split estate; where the surface ownership is private but the mineral rights are retained by the federal government or other entities. Surface owners need to be aware that previous court cases may have resulted i...
UM Legislative News Service University of Montana School of Journalism Debates are intensifying at the Montana Legislature over the state’s management of North America’s largest land mammal: The American bison. Some argue bison are a critical cultural, spiritual and historical resource. Others argue bison pose a threat to the health and well-being of cattle. Now, legislators are considering a number of bills that would decide where bison are allowed to graze, and which government entity gets to make that decision. Rep. Tyson Runningwolf, D-B...
UM News Service MISSOULA – The University of Montana’s new online Big Sky Poll found that 51 percent of registered Montana voters support legalizing marijuana, while 37 percent oppose legalization. Eighty percent of Democrats support legalization, along with 33 percent of Republicans. When asked, “Do you think marijuana should be legalized in Montana?” responses differed by age. Respondents ages 18-26 and 27-46 showed strong support for legalization, with 67 percent and 64 percent of the age groups answering “yes,” respectively. Fifty-six p...
#prstepsforcharity We can see the FINISH LINE! The charities highlighted this week are: Pregnancing Outreach Center –Walking By Faith, the team sponsored by Powder River Lanes includes Luke Herzog (a.k.a. Jeff Barry), Tom Herzog, and Bob and Darlene Salomon. Walking By Faith chose this charity “that helps young women and men with unexpected pregnancy, parenting and grief counseling for lost babies, all with a Christian influence.” Powder River Trails – Five teams chose this charity including: 1) Happy Feet who are Bert Farnes, Karen Gunther...
Cost is $37 in county, $38 out of county, and $39 out of state. Please mail checks to: Powder River Examiner, PO Box 328, Broadus, MT 59317. If you’d like to save a stamp, feel free to drop payments in the payment box on our front door, located across the street to the west of the courthouse. You may also renew online, at www.powderriverexaminer.com. Joanie Abbott, Ashland Robert Allen, West Salem, Wayne Alderman, Spearfish, SD Paul Almen, Sonnette Kirk & Judy Askin, Broadus Lester Aye, Broadus Benge Ranch, Volborg Kay Bidwell, Volborg Marlee B...
Thursday, March 23, 1989 Betty Aye named as 1989 Ag Person of the Year Epsie area ranchwoman Betty Aye has been named as the 1989 Powder River Ag Person of the Year. As the recipient, Mrs. Aye was recognized Monday night at the Powder River Commercial Club’s annual Ag ceremony. Criteria for selecting the award recipient includes his or her contributions to agriculture on the state, national and local levels, as well as contributions to their communities in other areas. Mrs. Aye had the honor of being nominated by two separate individuals. ...
Powder River Co. Sheriff’s Office Charlie Williams, Shady Dale, GA, nighttime truck speeding (70/55) $105. Jeanberna Eliscar, Irvington, NJ, daytime truck speeding (75/60) dismissed by Court for lack of discovery by LEO. Feliks Giterman, Brooklyn, NY, nighttime truck speeding (67/55) $105. Earl Wise Jr, Tifton, GA, nighttime truck speeding (68/55) $105. Kyle Schulz, Wayan, SD, daytime speeding (89/70) $70. Pascual Aguilar Estaban, Omaha, NE, nighttime speeding (80/65) $70. Kelsey Aguirre Small, Billings, MT, operating w/o liability i...
March 4, 2019 Commissioners met for their weekly meeting with Donna Giacometto, Lee Randall and Rod Schaffer present. No public comment was received at this time. Consent agenda – Rod moved, Donna seconded this motion, all in favor, motion carried. Consent agenda approved. Road Supervisor, Teel Mullanix, met with board, to report on the snow plow they are currently renting. They like the plow but are not sure if it is heavy enough for what they need. Teel is going to keep looking at some other, heavier options. Teel reported that the road c...
