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Courtesy PR Extension Office MSU-Extension-Powder River has teamed up with Hopa Mountain, the Powder River County Health Department, the Senior Center, and the Powder River First Responders to distribute small containers of hand sanitizer and face masks to the most vulnerable populations in the Powder River County area. Older adults and those who are immune suppressed are the most at-risk of contracting COVID-19. The small containers of hand sanitizer and masks are available free to these populations. Because the Senior Center is not open to t...
Remember to vote just 1 Ballot in the Primary Election. Due to the change from poll election to mail ballot election there has been some confusion regarding the unvoted ballots. Typically, in a poll election, you would be handed your party ballots, one each; Republican, Democrat, and Green. You would then pick the ballot you wish to vote, return your voted ballot to the Voted Ballot Box, and drop the unvoted ballots into the Unvoted Ballot Box. In this mail ballot election, all that is needed is to return your voted ballot in your secrecy...
Please dispose of fish offal and animal parts directly at the dump, or leave them where the animals were cleaned. The fish become rancid in the dumpsters really quickly, and make a stinky mess for other residents, as well as your friendly neighborhood garbage disposal people to find. Bag your garbage when possible, and in addition, cardboard should be taken to the IGA, where it will be crushed, and not disposed of in dumpsters....
We sent a series of questions to the candidates running for local office in the upcoming primary, which is a mail-in only format this year, statewide. The questions and responses are printed below. We've done minimal editing of the responses, only correcting a few minor punctuation and grammatical errors, in order to present the gist of the candidate's thoughts as written. Running for office in the primary are County Commissioner District 1 candidates Rod Schaffer, Incumbent, and Ted Amsden,...
We sent a series of questions to the candidates running for local office in the upcoming primary, which is a mail-in only format this year, statewide. The questions and responses are printed below. We've done minimal editing of the responses, only correcting a few minor punctuation and grammatical errors, in order to present the gist of the candidate's thoughts as written. Running for office in the primary are County Commissioner District 1 candidates Rod Schaffer, Incumbent, and Ted Amsden,...
We sent a series of questions to the candidates running for local office in the upcoming primary, which is a mail-in only format this year, statewide. The questions and responses are printed below. We've done minimal editing of the responses, only correcting a few minor punctuation and grammatical errors, in order to present the gist of the candidate's thoughts as written. Running for office in the primary are County Commissioner District 1 candidates Rod Schaffer, Incumbent, and Ted Amsden,...
We sent a series of questions to the candidates running for local office in the upcoming primary, which is a mail-in only format this year, statewide. The questions and responses are printed below. We've done minimal editing of the responses, only correcting a few minor punctuation and grammatical errors, in order to present the gist of the candidate's thoughts as written. Running for office in the primary are County Commissioner District 1 candidates Rod Schaffer, Incumbent, and Ted Amsden,...
Little League Baseball in Broadus is on hold for now, according to Jerry Coulter. He tells us that the decision on whether or not to hold a season will be determined after the 1st of July, and will depend on where the state is with the COVID-19 phases, and what parents and others involved with the program determine as being safe for our community. Jerry also tells us that the Spring 2020 Driver’s Ed students will begin to drive after June 1. The state and local school board have cleared the program to proceed, with several stipulations in p...
Grants available May 7 to support homeowners, renters, small businesses, public services By Marissa Perry, Governor’s Office Communication Director MT Governor Steve Bullock last week announced that families, small businesses, non-profits, health services centers and individuals across Montana hardest-hit by impacts of COVID-19 will be eligible to apply for grants through nine new programs created in response to the emergency. Guided by more than 1,400 public comments and his Coronavirus Relief Fund Advisory Council, Governor Bullock is making...
Courtesy MT FWP By order of the Montana Fish &Wildlife Commission, the hunting of all black bears in Bear Management Unit 700 will close one-half hour after sunset on Monday, May 11, 2020. The order halting the hunt came shortly after Fish, Wildlife & Parks officials received word that the pre-established spring harvest sub-quota for the district has been met. For more information, visit FWP's website at fwp .mt.gov., click on "Hunting" then click on “Drawing & Quota Status,” or call the toll-free number at 1-800-385-7826....
By Margaret Scoles The Broadus Tree Board and Town of Broadus are celebrating a belated Arbor Day this year. A Haralred apple tree will be planted on the north side of the Fire Hall. Arbor Day was set for April 24 with a proclamation signed by Mayor M. Lyman Amsden before the COVID-19 pandemic started. Typically celebrated with students at the elementary school, the pandemic changed the plans this year. Arbor Day is a nationally-celebrated observance that encourages tree planting and care. National Arbor Day was founded in Nebraska by J....
Hello Powder River County Voters, My name is John Wayne Olson, I am the son of Grant and Mary Olson. I am running as an Independent in the November Election for County Commissioner. You will not see my name in the June Primaries, but I want to wish my opponents both the best of luck. As a 4th generation rancher, Jennie and I run a diversified operation. I am also the sole proprietor of Lazy J bar O Fencing. I am active in the community, as a Powder River/ Carter County Young Farmer and Rancher Board member and was on the county fair board. I...
HELENA – The Montana Departments of Livestock and Revenue would like to thank the livestock owners that have reported and paid their 2020 per capita livestock fees. The per capita fees provide critical funding for programs that benefit livestock producers such as programs to monitor animal health, monitor and restrict livestock imports, track animal movements, prevent and investigate livestock theft, and manage predators. The fees also benefit the general public in funding programs that prevent the spread of animal diseases to humans. The d...
Jane Louise O'Grady, age 69, of Miles City passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at the Friendship Villa in Miles City surrounded by her family. Jane was born in Bellingham, Washington on November 13, 1950 to Lawrence and Norma (Rochon) O'Grady. She attended schools in Powder River County and graduated from Shore Crest High School in Seattle, Washington. She met Casey McCulloch in 1970 and they were married shortly after. They had one precious daughter, Kathleen in 1970 while Casey was in the...
Thursday, May 17, 1990 21 youngsters graduate from Discovery Room Parents, families, and friends gathered under cloudy skies last Saturday morning at Cottonwood Park for Discovery Room graduation ceremonies. Following the opening welcome by instructor Dora Huckins, the graduates recited the Pledge of Allegiance with audience participation. The youngsters then introduced themselves with the record song “What Is Your Name?” Following, the children told what they like best about Discovery Room, and what they wanted to be when they grew up. A lis...
April 20, 2020 All commissioners present. Consent agenda approved. Teel Mullanix phone called in to meet with commissioners. Gravel pits were discussed. The blade with transmission problems has been hauled to Billings and in need a lot of repairs. Discussion was held on the large amount of crude oil trucks being hauled on Ridge Road. Discussion was held on the governor lifting restrictions at the end of the week. Mullanix will put the road crew back to full force beginning April 27. Donna will talk to Shane Mintz and work on getting memorandum...
MARCH 2020 CYNDE JO GATLIN 422.72 GLOBALSTAR USA 86.30 MAC'S FRONTIERLAND INC 35095.76 NANCY GASKILL 165.03 POWDER RIVER EXAMINER 1074.25 RANGE TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE 2975.91 TOWN OF BROADUS 2081.54 ADDCO OFFICE SYSTEMS 215.13 ADVANCED CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS 399.03 ADVANCED PROTECTION SYSTEMS 617.50 ALDERMAN OIL CO. 16972.34 ALLBRIDGE 609.58 AMAZON.COM CREDIT 337.63 AMERICAN SCREENING 100.00 AMERIPRIDE SERVICES INC 56.98 AMSDEN, LLC 550.00 AQREVA, LLC 4702.75 ASSOCIATED EMPLOYEES 135.00 AVAILITY LLC 122.00 AXON ENTERPRISE, INC. 18.30 AYCHE DRAINE...
Courtesy Marla Prell, MT FWP Hunters can now check the results of the 2020 moose, bighorn sheep, bison and mountain goat license drawings to see if they were successful. To view drawing results online go to MyFWP and click on “Lookup Draw Results, Register for Lists” tab, or login to your MyFWP account. To sign up for an account go to fwp.mt.gov/myfwp. Applicants can also call the FWP licensing office at 406-444-2950....
Courtesy Marla Prell, MT FWP The COVID-19 pandemic is changing so many parts of life in Montana this year – hunter and bowhunter education is no different. In response to social distancing requirements and restrictions on group gatherings, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is turning to online courses for all students this year only. The online courses and mandatory field days have been available to adults for a tuition fee of $25 for hunter education and $30 for bowhunter education. The in-person courses have always been, and will remain, fre...
The Broadus students listed here maintained a 3.5 or above GPA for the Third Quarter. 12th Grade Erick McConnon Aaron Rogers Jadyn Traub Tayden Gee Luke Herzog Bailey Smith 11th Grade Luke McAlpine Deanna Twedt Megan Johnson 10th Grade Chalee Harms Abigail Martin Shannon Knapp Lea Aye 9th Grade Rheanna Schroeder Lauryn Billing Marcus Mader Alexander Edwards 8th Grade Cooper Zimmer Emma Isaacs Maria Mader 7th Grade Emory Gatlin Talyn Conley Archer Edwards Riley Mitchell Rebecca Aye Zachary Jones Shyla Madsen Rebekah Rasmussen...
Kassie Hagedorn (far left) added the goat project this spring. She has found teaching the goats to lead is challenging. She is also taking the sewing project and is making her own apron with the help of a neighbor. Her sister and 4-H Cloverbud Anna loves spending time with her goat Jewel....
Zach Jones has been working hard on getting better at roping for his Working Ranch Horse project. He said, "The wind has been a challenge, but I am enjoying it just the same." He added, "Being outdoors has helped us through this challenging time, but also naturally socially distancing from people." His brother, Colton Jones said, "I am working hard on my leather project and other projects as well. I miss my school friends, but am having fun at home. We hardly ever see anyone, so we already know...
