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Southeastern Montana folks have seen temperatures go from late summer to late fall, as the first hard freezes were seen at Broadus this first week of October, 2018. But there has also been some mighty fine moisture, so few complaints are being heard as people enjoy the glory of the changing of colors, and the changing of the season. After a brutal three-month beginning, 2018 is actually shaping up to be a fine year, with lots of good moisture. Those first three months stressed ranchers to the...
It didn't take long for Broadus Hawk football to score on Friday, against St. Labre. Broadus ran the initial kick-off back for a touchdown, and kept the throttle down, leading to a 42-0 score after the first quarter. The cold evening also happened to be Pink Night to raise money for the local breast cancer fund, as well as Parent's Night for the Senior Hawks. The Hawk defense contributed "bigly" to the offense, accounting for three touchdowns on their own. The defense made two interceptions and...
The MUS Research Roadshow is coming to town! Learn how research innovation at Montana universities is making an impact in our community and around the world. Presented by the Montana University System, the Research Roadshow features dynamic speakers sharing 10-minute research stories. Speakers hail from every public Montana University and presentations will cover a wide range of topics, including tiny houses, space travel, suicide prevention, wildfire and cancer research. Join us Friday, October 19, 2018 at 9:30 am at Broadus Community Center...
The Broadus School Board met Monday evening, discussing a variety of issues over the course of the evening. All Board Members were present for the meeting. First on the agenda was hirings and resignations. The Board accepted the resignation of Phill and Jenni Nelson, who held positions as Speech and Drama Coach, and Co-Head Cheer Coach, respectively. Kim Blain was hired as Assistant Girls Basketball Coach, while Ryan DeVore and Steve Graff were hired as Assistant Boys Basketball Coaches. Next on the agenda was the issue of allowing 8th grade pa...
Ione Vera Archer Donohew was born on Feb. 4, 1946 to Robert Archer and Vera Benge Archer. She joined an older brother. Ione was a happy child and always had a smile. She loved animals especially cats but dogs were always in her life too. She ended up always owning a cat and/or a dog or both throughout her life and could tell you all about each one of them! She started school at the Divide School and attended there until we moved down to the Olive community where she attended the Wolf Creek... Full story
The Junior High Lady Hawk volleyball team stats catch-up. GAME STATS: September 14th at Wibaux: B- TEAM v. Wibaux Won 25–15, Lost 22-25, Won 16-14. Serves: Team 87% 55 for 63 (26 Aces): #1 Alix H. 0% 0 for 1; # 2 Zoe P. 100% 2 for 2; #3 Alexis D. 100% 15 for 15 (7 Aces); #4 Shyla M. 67% 2 for 3 (1 Ace); #5 Kendal S. 100% 12 for 12 (6 Aces); #6 Becca A. 94% 16 for 17 (8 Aces); #7 Riley M. 100% 6 for 6 (2 Aces); #8 Maddie Z. 0% 0 for 2; #9 Rebekah R. 0% 0 for 1; #13 Jada M. 50% 2 for 4. Serve R...
The Powder River Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture has planned a networking event, to be held at the Powder River Historical Museum on Tuesday, October 23, at 5:30 PM. The event serves to bring together local organizations or groups, in order to promote communication and cooperation, as well to inform the general public about the organizations. Organizations are encouraged to RSVP if planning to attend the meeting, by calling Chamber President Melissa Billing at 436-2583, or emailing [email protected]. The event will be an informal...
David Scott Angel was born at 9:31 pm on September 23, 2018, at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City. David's parents are Alexandria Lancaster, daughter of David & Carri Lancaster (Broadus), and Justin Angel son of Patty Loock (Utah) & Scott Angel (Nebraska). David weighed 7 lbs 1.8 oz, and was 20.5 inches in length.... Full story
Ever the jokester, Duane Baier age 82, got the last laugh. All of the girls had gathered by six o'clock on the evening of October 1, 2018. Duane didn't pass until the next morning. He went to his Lord at 10:02 on October 2, 2018. His youngest daughter was asked many years ago, "What does your daddy do?" Her response was, "Anything you want him to." That pretty much describes Duane. Duane was the 5th of 15 children born to August and Bertha Meidinger Baier on May 1, 1936. He grew up in Missoula,... Full story
Vitalant (formerly United Blood Services) will be holding a community blood drive on Thursday, October 25th in Broadus. The blood drive will take place at the Community Center, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Donors may sign up online before the drive, at www.bloodhero.com. Signing up online allows the donor to fill out their pre-donation questionnaire. All donors should bring a photo ID, and their donor card if they’ve donated on a previous date. A free cholesterol test is available with every donation. Donors with question are encouraged to call S...
The Broadus Lady Hawk volleyball team was hard at work last week, playing in one regular conference match, as well as a tournament in Ekalaka consisting of four matches. On Thursday, Broadus traveled to Terry. “Terry seemed to be pretty fired up to beat us, but our girls were ready, and handled the challenge really well,” Broadus Head Coach Gordon Archer described the match. Broadus won the first two sets handily, going 25-18 and 25-19, but Terry rallied back in the third to win 25-23. “That loss in the third set really seemed to fire our g...
The Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) is closing the Broadus Driver License Station located at 101 S Lincoln Ave on Oct. 23 for state-wide employee training. Once a year, MVD brings employees across the state together to ensure up-to-date training and opportunities for discussion. Questions or concerns can be emailed to [email protected] or by calling 1-866-450-8034. Customers can visit MVD’s website at http://dojmt.gov/driving to schedule appointments, find additional information and view locations and hours. Customers can also view Broadus Driver L...
The Powder River Sheriff’s Department has put out some guidelines about calling in a traffic complaint. Sheriff Thumper Drane provided the details. What is needed when calling in a traffic complaint: 1. What type of incident are you reporting. 2. Location of the incident. 3. Description of suspect vehicle (more than color). 4. License plate number and state of suspect vehicle if at all possible. 5. What direction is the suspect vehicle traveling. 6. How many occupants are there in the suspect vehicle. 7. Name, phone number and address of report...
A vote for the continued support for 6-Mill Levy, (LR-128, SB-85) would again help keep our most precious natural resources, our children, from looking for lower educational costs out of state. Some would like you to believe that 6-Mill is a new tax and unnecessary. It is neither. It is a 70 year Montana tradition approved by voters every ten years without increase. There is strong bipartisan support including both current US Senators and organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce and the Farm Bureau. Consider these facts. Nationally,...
Two antelope, one buck and one doe, were shot and left whole to waste on the Birney Day Road in Rosebud County over the weekend, according to Fish, Wildlife & Parks Region 7 Warden Jordan Straley. The Birney Day Road is between Birney Day, which is on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation, and the Tongue River Road. Straley said the animals were shot with a rifle, and likely killed within a day of Saturday, Sept. 29. If anyone has any information about this incident, he or she is encouraged to call 1-800-TIP-MONT (1-800-847-6668). Information...
Rising Star 4-H Minutes Rising Stars had a 4-H meeting on October 1, 2018. We started off with pledges led by Rueben Kinzer. We picked officers for the new 4-H year. The president is Kayden Trent, vice president is Rueben Kinzer, secretary is Aspen Krantz, treasurer is Garrett Cunningham, Reporter is Abi Krantz, and historian is Bonita Kinzer. 4-H week is coming up and for celebration Rising Stars put up decorations in the Bella Si Salon window. The Rising Stars next meeting will be November 20, 2018. Abi Krantz...
By Marcy Davis The Powder River Quarter Horse Breeders Association had a fantastic show, sale and futurity over the weekend of September 1st and 2nd. The weather was hot, but despite that we had a big turn-out of AQHA show Contestants, Futurity Contestants, Buyers’ & Spectators. As always it was fun to visit with old friends and make new ones. On Saturday, PRQHBA hosted the “POWDER RIVER ROUNDUP” AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse show. This is the first year for this kind of show and we hope there will be many more to come. We had a great turno...
by Henry A. Malley Memorial Library Head Librarian Diane Stuver On display at the Henry A. Malley Memorial thru November are acrylic paintings from talented local artist Ann Emmons. Shyann Allen’s 2nd place winning quilt from the Wyoming State Fair is on display in the glass case. Shyann is 12 years old. Recent books: “The Next Person You Meet in Heaven” by Mitch Albom in memory of Carl Phillips from Ray & Sandy Smith; “In Times Gone By” by Tracie Peterson in memory of Lucille Randall from Mike & Margie Riley; “Everything She Didn’t Say...
Estate of Ruby Alice Olson to Grant M. Olson, Warranty Deed, T7S, R52E, Sec. 34, TRACT 2 OF COS #138250. Floyd W. Mitchell AKA Floyd Mitchell, Etal and Donna L. Mitchell Richards, Etal to Daniel McDowell, Etux, Warranty Deed, Lot 9, Block 2, City of Broadus, Original Townsite Subdivision. Richard Gunnarson to Sharon Georgiana Stuver Barber, Quit Claim Deed, T5S, R51E, Sec. 30, SE4SW4. David Gunnerson to Sharon Georgiana Stuver Barber, Quit Claim Deed, T5S, R51E, Sec. 30, SE4SW4. Susan Joan Stuver Denson to Sharon Georgiana Stuver Barber, Quit...
September 10, 2018 Commissioners met for the weekly meeting with all commissioners present. Marty Drane, Buildings and Grounds Supervisor, reported the parking lot patching at the Manor is almost finished. Steve White with Range Telephone is going to be here tomorrow to work on the airport cameras. The new TV antennas are on the way. Rod reported he sat in on an interview at the nursing home last week. Kathy Roberts, Transportation Director, met with the board and reported the cost on the new van was less than anticipated. Teel Mullanix, Road...
Thursday, October 13, 1988 Homicidal rumors spark evening of fear The “rural rumor mill” was apparently working overtime last Sunday evening, as southern Powder River County residents were kept in fear by reports that a homicidal maniac was on the loose in their area. Rumors circulated throughout the community that a man was in their area, fleeing Wyoming law enforcement officers after having killed several Campbell County deputies. According to rumor, he had also ran over and killed several motorcyclists near Spotted Horse, a small com...
