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As of Tuesday, June 30th, fire restrictions (to include any fireworks bans) had not been implemented in Powder River County. Speaking to the County Commissioners on Monday, we learned they had discussed fire restrictions with the County Fire Marshal last week, but wanted to wait and see about the rainy weather, as well as the potential for a multi-county fire restriction which may come out at some point. In other county news, the commissioners responded to concerns by local citizens regarding the dangers from cement and debris from the old...
By Jaeger Held The dedication ceremony for the Powder River Memorial Cemetery is set for Saturday, August 1, 2020, at 2 p.m. The memorial includes marble headstones for fifteen U.S. soldiers who died along the Powder River in present-day Montana during the Powder River Expedition of 1865 and were buried in unmarked graves. The ceremony will be conducted by the Montana camp of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War with Broadus Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1595 serving as honor guard. The memorial, honoring all those whose lives were lost...
The Broadus High Class of 2020 underwent a challenging last year of school. The COVID Crisis ended their year two months early. On Saturday, the class underwent one last challenge: graduation. Graduation was held on the high school football field, in order to help with social distancing protocols. With temperatures in the upper 90's, the class did their best to brave the stifling heat in order to receive their diplomas. Leading off the graduation, the class of 12 marched onto the football field...
Thursday, July 5, 1990 Toxic odor source unsolved: town office moved again As of press time Tuesday, no word had yet been received concerning air samples sent into Helena from the Broadus Town Office. Air samples had been taken last Wednesday, and were sent to Bill Hooper of the Montana Bureau of Occupation Health. The samples are to be tested for a number of possible toxic contaminants. Meanwhile, the town office has been moved, to the old Cal Gas Building on Highway 212. At the last Town Council meeting, on June 19, council members opted to...
Courtesy PR Extension Office The lack of moisture throughout the majority of Powder River County has resulted in early harvest of small grains for forage, according to Extension Agent Mary Rumph. “Many producers are trying to make hay before the crop either burns up or is eaten up by grasshoppers,” commented Rumph. High levels of nitrates in cereal grain are often present under drought conditions. The roots of growing plants will continue to take in nitrate nitrogen; however, normal plant metabolism which convert nitrate to protein is disru...
If you are aware of any local class reunions this summer, please send us the info, we’d be happy to print a picture of the attendees! ~ The Management...
4-H member Ashton Madsen (far left) said, "I like working with my steer and learning new things every day. The most challenging thing is teaching him how to lead because he isn't that tame. For social distancing we stay home and go to town when we have to." Shyla Madsen (near left) reports that, "My favorite project is working with my two-year-old colt, Spur, and figuring out how a horse works and responds to you. The challenging part is making sure I don't create bad habits. I participate in...
By Jessica Malone Our passion at the Powder River Historical Society is sharing the history that connects us all to this community and we need your help with an exciting new endeavor. Preservation of our history and access to those stories is critical in fostering a community where people experience a bond to their home and feel a connection to each other. With that in mind, our project goal is to continue the digitization of the local Powder River Examiner newspaper from the point where the digital record currently leaves off at Nov 24, 1922....
Courtesy PR Extension Office Blister beetle infestations are being reported throughout the county, according to Powder River Extension Agent Mary Rumph. “It is not surprising to see a large number this year,” said Rumph. “Blister beetles feed on grasshopper eggs, which is helpful, however, they also eat desirable vegetation. In addition, the beetle produces a toxin called cantharidin, a blister-causing substance,” added Rumph. Blister beetles are infrequent pests of several crops including alfalfa, sweet clover, potatoes, beans, and sugar bee...
Courtesy Kori Martinson Due to Governor Bullock’s modification of the visitation directive on 06/25/2020, Powder River Manor will now allow visitation based on the most current CDC and CMS recommendations. Please call ahead to schedule visitation with residents and follow the requirements listed below. 1. Make an appointment 2. Staff will be screening all visitors prior to entering facility (questionnaire and temperature for all visitors) 3. Sanitize hands 4. Wear proper PPE (masks required). This is for the protection of residents and s...
June 8, 2020 Commissioners met for their weekly meeting with Rod and Donna present. Commissioner Randall was absent. Meeting was called to order. No public comment was received at this time. Consent agenda – Rod moved, Donna seconded this motion, all in favor, motion carried. Consent agenda approved. The minutes of the previous meetings were read, approved, and ordered published. Marty Drane, Maintenance Supervisor, met with the board to discuss the sprinkler system at the Manor. He reported the gutter guy for the courthouse gutters will be h...
Continued from last week. No Times are listed as “NT” and No Scores are listed as “NS”. The “A” means the contestant was assisted and places after those contestants that were not assisted. PEEWEE BOYS Keyhole - Kase Lambert 8.05, Gus Mader 11.73, Landon Williams 17.6, Cash Grebe 20.28, Kreed Graff 27.11, Cashtin Green 16.14 A, Coy Schaffer 26.37 A, Carson Williams 28.85 A, Tatum Taylor 33.96 A, Hank Williams 35.37 A, Finn Gee 47.43 A, Hayzin Small NT, Nash Holcomb NT, Maxon Dell NT. Stick Horse Barrels - Gus Mader 13.06, Kase Lambert 13....
OUR SAVIOR’S LUTHERAN CHURCH-ELCA Pastor Julie Long, 436-2457 “Rooted in the Word, Dwelling in Christ, Branching out for the sake of the World” “In-Person” Worship continues unless stricter State or local guidelines for public gatherings are necessary due to local COVID cases. Watch our FB page and email for current updates. Summer Sunday worship time is 10:00 AM. Holy Communion celebrated First and Third Sundays (July 5th and 19th). Phase-in restrictions will be honored as they apply to our physical spaces for both worship and fellowshi...
Powder River Rising Stars June Meeting Before the meeting Sammie Hart and Reece Emmons gave demonstrations and we worked on record books. On June 17, 2020 President Reuben Kinzer called the meeting to order in the Election Room. Addison Harper led the pledges. We had roll call with 4-H trivia questions. There were 8 members, 1 leader, 4 parents, and 5 guests present. Secretary's minutes and Treasurer's report were read. Garrett Cunningham told the younger members what Camp Needmore is. Addison Harper gave a report on lamb and pig weigh-in. We...
Sharon Jeane Francis Dinstel left us too soon. She passed away on June 19, 2020. Sharon was born November 21st, 1951 in St. Louis, Missouri. She lived in Florissant, Missouri until she left for college and graduated from Truman State with her master's degree in Speech Pathology with a minor in Dance. Sharon's career and her love for skiing brought her to Billings, Montana. While there she met the love of her life and married Delbert Dinstel on September 23rd, 1978. During the beginning of their...
