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By Jessica Malone, Powder River Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture “United We Stand” is the 2024 theme for the 4th of July celebrations in Broadus. With political and social divides creating ever-increasing rifts within our nation, it feels more important than ever to come together to celebrate what unites us as a community. We may have differing opinions, but I’ve seen this community unite in truly inspiring ways to help each other in times of need. With this in mind, we’re pleased to honor Dave & Pat and Tyler & Kelli Gardner represe...
On June 19th, a groundbreaking ceremony was held at Ashland Public School for construction on the school's updated kitchen. Leading the event was McGough Construction, a Minneapolis based construction firm with regional headquarters in Rapid City, which will be building the addition. The ground breaking ceremony featured a free lunch that was enjoyed by summer school students, Ashland Public staff and faculty, and local press. The addition is the first phase of the school's kitchen expansion,...
For this year’s 4th of July parade, the honorary Grand Marshal position will be held by several local community members who have dedicated their time to a worthy cause – The Broadus Cancer Fund. The Grand Marshals will be Dave Gardner and Pat Gardner (posthumously), Tyler Gardner, and Kelli Gardner. With the Chamber’s theme this year being “A Celebration Of Community”, the Gardner family fit the bill for Grand Marshal duties through their work setting up and continuing the Broadus Cancer Fund. The Fund was initially established over twenty ye...
By Jan Stevens Art & Soul, the local artesan group, are happy to announce an Art Contest for the local children celebrating the 4th of July. All children from the community, pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, are welcome to participate in our Patriotic Themed Art Contest. Entries are limited to one per child, 8 ½” x 11” paper that will be displayed hanging, and all types of artist medium are allowed (paint, crayon, colored pencil, colored paper, etc.). Entries will be divided into four categories with a $20 cash prize awarded to each of t...
By Broadus VFD Fire Chief Raymond Ragsdale Broadus Volunteer Fire Department will be having our 3rd annual BBQ on the 4th of July at the fire station starting at Noon. We will have burgers donated by Broadus Meats and Brats donated by Olson Farm & Ranch. The price will be $10.00 a plate. We will be raffling off a Pit Boss 2 Burner Ultimate Griddle and a Smith & Wesson M&P15 rifle with Leupold scope mounts and a Nikon scope, along with 3 magazines, all supplied by Gunny’s Guns. The gridle is on display at Grant’s Hardware with tickets avail...
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In last month’s installment, we learned that Lanette ventured up the Cumberland River to attend her friend Ada’s wedding. On the way there she had some trouble in the mud and was found by Thad Clay, a new acquaintance of hers. Since he was also going to the wedding, they traveled the rest of the way together. Lanette described the wedding to her cousin. What will she have to tell Maisie now? Chapter Fifteen May 29, 1935 Dear Maisie, I’ve had several attempts at this letter tonight. Each time I go to begin I’m conflicted as to how to tell yo...
By Tom Herzog Area churches will be hosting a community service at the Cottonwood Park on Sunday, July 7th, at 9 AM. We will host a time of music and a message recognizing Independence Day. Please bring a lawn chair and maybe some bug spray. We look forward to having you join us!...
To the Editor: As our nation’s birthday rapidly approaches I am so excited about this year’s 4th of July celebration in Broadus, which is highlighted by the theme UNITED WE STAND. Jessica Malone, you are such a talented lady. As we celebrate the 4th with various activities reflecting unison of purpose, I also think of another theme which is commonly associated with our great country, and this is: IN GOD WE TRUST. I hope as each of us has a chance to lift our eyes to the sky, whether that be during a community aerial photo op or watching bea...
By Senior Center Director Tammy Jackman Summer is in full swing here at the Senior Center, flowers are planted out front and trips are in the works. The days, months and weeks just fly by, I can’t believe it is almost the 4th of July! Speaking of the 4th, the doors will be open for a couple of fundraisers. First, Bumblebee Daycare will be hosting their pancake breakfast here this year, beginning at 8:00 AM. Secondly, the Annual Dessert Auction to benefit the area cancer fund will once again be held here at the center. They are asking that a...
By PRAEDC Hey, how bout’ them Hawks?! The PRCDHS gym is no longer bare! In May our Hawk Golf Team’s hard work paid off. The Lady Hawks brought home our first ever team 1st place state trophy. The boys showed up to play as well, bringing home 3rd. If they weren’t sure just how proud the community is they surely found out. Lights, sirens, horns, signs, and “We are the Champions” blaring, they came back home in style. And how lucky are we to live where familiar faces lining the street beam to you with pride when you get that win or maybe eve...
Monday, May 20, 2024 Commissioner Chair Lee Randall called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioner’s office, Powder River County Courthouse. Commissioners Lori Fortner and John Olson were present. Road Supervisor: Teel Mullanix reported the 3 bridge beams will be here for the Little Powder Bridge by Friday. He updated on the current road blading progress. The scale system is coming for the loader for the gravel crushing project. John Melgaard updated on the trucking requirements which include 8-10 trucks per day and if trucks w...
Daniel “Dan” Alex Denson, a long-time resident of Powder River County, passed away at Powder River Manor on June 24, 2024 with his loving wife, Barbara at his side. Dan was born on June 29, 1929, in Deadwood, South Dakota to Susie and Akex Denson. He joined his older brother Ross, who was 15 months his senior. In 1933, the youngest brother, Lex joined the family. The family lived on ranches in Ranch Creek and Ridge area, where they raised their three boys. They attended schools in that area unt...
June 27, 1924 Political Pot Starts Boiling; Seven File for County Office The political pot in this county has started boiling and will probably become an interesting sight to watch as time advances until August 26 when the primary election is to be held to eliminate the weaker candidates. The final date for filing for county office is on July 26. This year the circulation of petitions is unnecessary. The candidate merely specifies the office he aspires to, signing a blank nominating petition that he procures from the office of the county...
By PR Extension Office The trivia question for the upcoming 4th of July is: “How many people would it take to “circle” the courthouse square?” To help answer that question, immediately following the 4th of July parade, all who are present are asked to link hands, standing side by side around the courthouse square for a community photo from a bird’s eye view. “A Community United” photo is being organized by Linda Bird, member of Powder River Area Economic Development Council (PRAEDC) and taken via drone, the bird’s eye view, to be flown by Cl...
Contestants in the Broadus Little Levi Royalty Pageant competed to win top honors in three categories – modeling, impromptu/public speaking, and horsemanship. Here are the results (forward slashed numbers such as 1/2 indicate ties): Little Miss 0-6 Modeling 1. Evalyn Sessions 2. Hazley Callaway 3. Lainee O'Keeffe Little Miss 0-6 Impromptu/Public Speaking 1. Lainee O'Keeffe 2. Marlee Evans 3. Evalyn Sessions Little Miss 0-6 Horsemanship 1. Evalyn Sessions 2. Lainee O'Keeffe 3/4. Hazley C...
Please follow the links below for results from the 2024 Broadus Little Levi Rodeo. The results are arranged by age class. https://www.powderriverexaminer.com/home/customer_files/misc/junior_boys.pdf https://www.powderriverexaminer.com/home/customer_files/misc/junior_girls.pdf https://www.powderriverexaminer.com/home/customer_files/misc/peewee.pdf https://www.powderriverexaminer.com/home/customer_files/misc/senior.pdf...
