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By Pam Ash Independent Staff Writer, Printed courtesy of The Forsyth Independent Press An investigation by the St. Labre Indian School into its own past recently concluded, finding that while the school's history is not without student deaths, all causes have been recorded and accounted for. The investigation was launched following claims in 2021 about the presence of more than 200 unmarked graves at the Canadian Indian residential school in Kamloops, British Columbia. To investigate their own...
MILES CITY – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Region 7 will host an in-person Trapper Education field day in Miles City on Saturday, Sept. 7 at the FWP headquarters shop from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. To be able to purchase a Montana resident Class C trapping license, people must first complete Trapper Education, unless they have purchased a trapping license in Montana or another state in at least three previous years. Trapper Education requires an online course, an in-person field day, and a written test. Trapper Education courses cover basic information a...
August 22, 1924 Plunder Search Reveals a Still While using a search warrant in quest of missing garage tools, Sheriff L.R. Warren and Deputies Claude Anderson and Ernest Culbertson uncovered a liquor still at the place of Joe Brinski of Camps Pass at 7 o’clock Saturday morning. Their search further rewarded them in finding the missing tools in Brinski’s car. As evidence against the man there was taken four gallons of “moonshine” whisky, two copper containers and other parts. In a smoke house was found a barrel of corn mash about three-f...
Damian and Kayla Desatoff of Broadus are the owners of Broadus' newest and only current wrecker service – Badlands Towing & Recovery, LLC. The couple recently purchased the Ford F450 tow rig, and have already been busy, as the company answers calls to stranded motorists and breakdowns. Damian tells us that Badlands will handle accident recoveries and vehicle recoveries up to the size of large pickup and some box trucks, including off-road recoveries. They also specialize in emergency roadside a...
Broadus welcomes two new teachers to their classrooms this year, with school beginning on Tuesday morning. Frank Benson is new JH/HS Physical Education Teacher, while Elizabeth (Lizz) Marcaurele is the new 6th grade Teacher. We sat down with the teachers late last week to chat and see how they were acquainting themselves with their new classrooms, fellow teachers, and as of this week – their new students. Frank Benson grew up on the Hi-Line – that portion of the Northern Montana plains str...
In last month’s installment, Lanette’s letter let us know that her cousin, Maisie, visited Miracle. This is the same cousin she has been writing letters to all this time. She thoroughly enjoyed the visit, but is still deciding what to do and where to go by the end of summer. Will we finally learn if she’s made a decision? Chapter Seventeen August 7, 1935 Dear Maisie, The entire month of July I fretted about what to do. I didn’t want to leave, but knew I would be out of a job if I stayed. Then by a stroke of luck, or perhaps a miracle, someone...
By PR County Transit Coordinator Christy Olson Powder River County Transit recently received a 9 passenger 2023 E350 Ford Transit Van. The van is ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) accessible and can transport up to two wheelchairs. In the picture is Christy Olson, Transit Coordinator, as well as drivers Les Thompson, Raquel Mader, & Cedar Knapp. All of our drivers are doing a great job. We are also looking forward to being able to provide more Dial-A-Ride Services to the local residents....
A semi truck burst into flames and burned to the ground along Highway 212 west of Epsie last Thursday, August 15th, after colliding with another truck. The accident was reported at 8:55 AM, and reportedly involved an east bound truck crossing the centerline into oncoming traffic. A truck in the westbound lane moved into the opposing lane, and both trucks contacted on their passenger sides. The eastbound truck careened off the north side of the highway, with the driver sustaining injuries but...
DPHHS urges Montanans to take extra care to avoid mosquito bites State and local health officials are reporting today the first Montana West Nile virus (WNV) detections for summer 2024 in mosquitoes across four counties. Six mosquito pools in Blaine, Dawson, Prairie, and Wibaux counties have tested positive for WNV. Detection in mosquitoes is an early indicator that activity is increasing within the state, putting humans at higher risk of illness. Historically, Montana identifies the first human and/or horse WNV cases of the year within about...
As the school age kids of Powder River County head back to school for the 2024-25 year, here's a list of teachers and staff at area schools, and some associated data. The Broadus Elementary has 23 students signed up for Kindergarten, and 129 in K-6th grade. The Junior High has 25 students, and there are 75 in 9 through 12th grade. Teachers, Administration, and staff at Broadus Schools includes: Denise Ternes, Principal; Jim Hansen, Superintendent; Dixie Mitchell, District Clerk. Shavon Harmon,...
HELENA – Last week, hunters were notified if they successfully drew an antelope license for the upcoming season. The number of licenses drawn in each hunting district were based on recommendations Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ biologists made after they completed aerial surveys of antelope herds during the last few weeks. Surveys showed that antelope populations are stable in most regions, with some increases in particular hunting districts. FWP determines the number of licenses issued for each antelope hunting district depending on the summer sur...
Powder River Co. Sheriff’s Office Daymon Garner, Prattville, AL, improper passing, $85. D’Shon Washington, Alexandria, VA, speeding in restricted zone (85/65) $85. MHP David Withers, Proctorville, OH, speeding in restricted zone (75/65) $55. Andrew Winski, Fort Campbell, TN, speeding in restricted zone (75/65) $55. Haydar Soysal, W. Palm Beach, FL, speeding in restricted zone (80/65) $65. Manuel Lozano, Bonita, CA, speeding in restricted zone (75/65) $55. Twila Loveridge, Colstrip, MT, speeding in restricted zone (80/65) $65. Adam Crain, Lac...
