Articles from the November 8, 2018 edition


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  • Unofficial Election Results

    Nov 8, 2018

    Results from the November 6, 2018 election are shown below. Official results will be printed once they have been verified by the Election Board. Please click on the link below to view a table with the local results. https://www.powderriverexaminer.com/home/customer_files/election_results/election_18_template.pdf...

  • Young Thespians display talent in MCT Production

    Nov 8, 2018

    The Missoula Children's Theatre presented THE SNOW QUEEN in Broadus, on November 2nd and 3rd. The play told the tale of a land of colored ice, told by a group of fun-loving, imaginative hobgoblins. The hobgoblins depicted the journey of a young girl and her quest to find her best friend, in a tale complete with malevolent mirrors, yetis, talking reindeer, and snow chickens. The cast of characters included: Gerda: Rebekah Rasmussen; Snow Queen: Hannah Rasmussen; Gardener Woman/ Finnish Woman: Dea...

  • Veteran's Day Program to be held at Powder River Manor, Nov 11

    Annie Brimmer|Nov 8, 2018

    The public is cordially invited and urged to attend the Veteran’s Day program on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at 2:30 p.m. at the Powder River Manor. This program will be presented by the VFW Post 1595 and Auxiliary. Following the program, refreshments will be served by the Auxiliary and Manor staff. Do come and honor those who gave us the privilege for so many freedoms. October 23rd, three Auxiliary members, Margaret Scoles, Pat Hanlan and Annie Brimmer set up a display at the Building a Better Broadus event showing the ways the Auxiliary c...

  • Annie's Project: Empowering Women in Agriculture

    PR Extension|Nov 8, 2018

    The Annie’s Project first workshop on Monday focused on personality and generational differences and how they relate to everyday life, both on and off the ranch, according to Powder River Extension Agent Mary Rumph. Attendees participated in a “Real Colors” workshop facilitated by Tara Andrews, MSU Extension Custer County Agent. The “Real Colors” workshop is a research based tool commonly used to identify one’s own personal temperament or “color” and to learn how to distinguish the colors of those around you. Understanding those you work...

  • Junior High Girls Basketball Stats/Scores

    Nov 8, 2018

    The Broadus Junior High Girls Basketball Teams started out their season last month. The teams are coached by Jacy Collins, with assistance from Kacey Stanley. More stats will be printed over subsequent weeks. Broadus A - 17 vs. Ekalaka - 38. Emma Isaacs - 1 rebound; Lyza McMullan - 1 rebound; Oliveah Schaffer - 3 rebounds, 4 points; Lauryn Billing - 1 assist, 7 rebounds, 6 points; Dharma Sturtz - 1 steal, 1 rebound; Mia Mader - 1 assist, 1 rebound; Hylee Layne - 9 rebounds, 1 point; Lucinda Cain - 2 steals, 1 rebound, 2 points; Abi Krantz - 3 s...

  • MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT

    Linda Wolff, Action for Eastern Montana|Nov 8, 2018

    What Should I Do? Get started now instead of waiting until Dec 1st. Pay attention to your mail. You will be getting lots of information; some of it will be on your Part D, Advantage Plans or Extra Help (Social Security Low Income Subsidy) which helps with your prescription drug plan. You may receive notification from Medicare or Social Security wanting to verify your income or informing you of changes coming. Save these letters and bring them to your SHIP counselor if you don’t quite understand them. Review! Many people are happy with the c...

  • 30 Years Ago

    Nov 8, 2018

    The first article was featured in the Thursday, November 10, 1988 Examiner, and features headlines from the same timeframe in 1899 – which in 1988 would celebrate the 99th Anniversary of Montana as a state. The following article speaks about old trails found in the region, and was also featured in the Nov 10, 1988 Examiner. MONTANA BECOMES FORTY-FIRST STATE OF THE UNION WASHINGTON, Nov. 8 - 11 a.m. - President Harrison signed at 10:45 a.m. the proclamation admitting Montana as a state in the American Union: “By The Powers Invested in Me, I Now...

  • Bowling Results

    Nov 8, 2018

    Wicked Wednesday Entertainment 10-17-18 High team games: PR Lanes, 587, Spare Me, 563, Stockman Stalkers, 495; high series: PR Lanes, 1696, Spare Me, 1653, Ward Gatlin Wrecking Balls, 1381. Individual games: Cynde Jo Gatlin, 173, Dawn Mraz, 170, Ricarda Hanson, 159; high series: Dawn Mraz, 476, Cynde Jo Gatlin, 475, Tracie Earley, 451. Mixed Couples 10-19-18 High team games: JJ & Dawn, 334, Askin Construction, 297; high series: JJ & Dawn, 880, Askin Construction, 843. Individual men’s games: Rich Aubert, 182, Tommy Stokes, 177; high series: K...

  • National Forest Surveys Have Begun on the Custer Gallatin National Forest

    USFS|Nov 8, 2018

    Soon, you may see more Forest Service employees working in developed and dispersed recreation sites and along Forest Service roads. They will be wearing bright orange vests and be near a sign that says “Traffic Survey Ahead”. Just like the postman these folks may be out in all kinds of adverse weather conditions. These folks are waiting to talk to you, so please pull over for an interview. These well trained interviewers want to know about your visit to the national forest. All information you give is confidential and the survey is vol...

  • LEGOS at the Library + Library Notes

    Diane Stuver|Nov 8, 2018

    November 8th On display at the Henry A. Malley Memorial Library thru December 20th are Lucas Capp’s Lego creations. Lucas is 8 years old and the son of Karen and Shilo Capp. Ann Emmons’ acrylic paintings will be on display thru November. The Library will be closed Monday November 12th in observance of Veterans Day, a Federal Holiday. A “Friend of the Library” has donated the five volume children’s book set of “Young Texas Cowboys” by Dave Sargent, to the Library. New books: “Unsheltered...

  • A mixed bag for October Weather

    Joe Stuver|Nov 8, 2018

    By Joe Stuver Eastern Montana saw a very nice early October, but a beautiful fall turned downright chilly as folks wondered if the season had again missed us. Later in the month, though, temperatures warmed along with everybody’s spirits. Another shipping season is also underway, but with disappointing prices for some of the finest, fattest calves raised anywhere. Ranchers got less money this fall than last, with fewer numbers thanks to a horrible calving season, which went from winter into early to mid spring. Steer calf weights are i...

  • Kolka bags trophy elk at age 89

    Ella Howard|Nov 8, 2018

    Just a couple of months past his 89th birthday, long time Powder River County rancher Donald Kolka found his big bull elk in the land drained by the Little Pumpkin Creek. Since opening the letter with his coveted bull tag, Mr. Kolka had been laying plans for his hunt, plans which had quickly dismissed using one of his old rifles. A new rifle was warranted. A new rifle like a lever action .45-70 buffalo gun. When Mr. Kolka saw the big bull in the early morning light, the first shot hit its mark....

  • First Quarter Honor Roll

    Nov 8, 2018

    7th GRADE HONOR ROLL Isaacs, Emma 3.810 Barbero, Gracie 3.762 Mader, Mia 3.709 Zimmer, Cooper 3.625 McDowell, Ciara 3.619 Schaffer, Zeason 3.524 8th GRADE HONOR ROLL Billing, Lauryn 3.792 Mader, Marcus 3.750 Edwards, Alex 3.708 Cain, Lucinda 3.571 FRESHMAN HONOR ROLL Martin, Abigail 4.00 Aye, Lea 3.889 Rasmussen, Rachel 3.889 Knapp, Shannon 3.833 Kolka, Kori 3.556 SOPHOMORE HONOR ROLL McAlpine, Luke 3.857 Bilbrey, Ashley 3.667 Twedt, Deanna 3.572 Johnson, Megan 3.524 JUNIOR HONOR ROLL Smith, Bailey 4.00 Herzog, Luke 3.945 Gee, Tayden 3.889...

  • Real Estate Transfers

    Nov 8, 2018

    CRMX-239 LLC to Charlo Land LLC, Etal, Cracker Box Creek Land LLC, Etal, Special Warranty Deed, T1S, R53E, Sec. 34, ALL, ALL, LYING EAST OF THE POWDER RIVER; T2S, R53E, Sec. 03, ALL; Lot 1, T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, NE4NE4; Lot 2, T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, NE4NE4; Lot 3, T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, NW4NE4; Lot 4, T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, NE4NW4; Lot 5, T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, NW4NW4; Lot 6, T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, SE4NW4; Lot 7, T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, SW4NE4; T2S, R53E, Sec. 08, S2, SW4NW4, SE4NE4; T2S, R53E, Sec. 09, ALL; T2S, R53E, Sec. 10, N2, NE4SE4; T2S, R53E, Sec. 26,...

  • Dear Dori

    Nov 8, 2018

    Dear Dori is a Question & Answer column with Broadus Schools Counselor Dori Phillips. If you have questions that you would like answered in future articles, please submit them to [email protected]. All submissions will be kept anonymous. Dear Dori, Why does the school keep asking me to fill out the free & reduced lunch paperwork? My kids take sack lunches from home most of the time. Sincerely, We-Don’t-Want-Help Dear We-Don’t-Want-Help, Free and reduced lunch prices are only part of the reason we continue to ask families to fill out his paperwor...

  • Junior High Boys Basketball Stats/Scores

    Nov 8, 2018

    Both Junior High Boys Basketball teams have had a successfull opening of their season. The teams are coached by Mike Richards. Broadus A - 66 vs. Wibaux - 24 (10/12/18) Eli Heacock - 4, Matt Hansen - 4, Paysen Kuhbacher - 16, Aidan Kenelly - 3, Marcus Mader - 20, Jaxon Bilbrey - 4, Dillon Gee - 5, Landen Capp - 6, Jayce Schroeder - 2, Cale Emmons - 2. Broadus A - 54 vs. Ekalaka - 35 (10/13/18) Eli Heacock - 3, Paysen Kuhbacher - 7, Cooper Zimmer - 5, Aidan Kenelly - 2, Marcus Mader - 14, Dillon Gee - 20, Landen Capp - 3. Broadus B - 28 vs....

  • Commissioner of Political Practices responds to concerns over political robotexts

    Nov 8, 2018

    Helena, Mont.— The Commissioner of Political Practice’s (COPP) office has received an increasing number of complaints about unsolicited political robotexts. “We’ve received one formal complaint and numerous other complaints about campaign-related text messages,” said Commissioner Jeff Mangan. “Complaints have come in about federal, state, and local political texts and concern the campaign communications of candidates, political parties, and committees.” Montana law requires that all election communications, electioneering communication...

  • Bert D. Boughton

    Nov 8, 2018

    Bert D. Boughton, horseman, rancher, auctioneer, legislator, lover of thoroughbred race horses and accomplished musician (he could play anything with strings) passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018. Bert was the son of pioneers who homesteaded in the rough Missouri country near Haxby, Northeast of Jordan in Garfield County. He was born on the family ranch August 10th, 1933 to his mother Bernice Boughton (Gaslin) and father Bert A. Boughton. He grew up as a cowboy learning the values of hard work... Full story

  • Vital Statistics

    Nov 8, 2018

    Decree of Dissolution of Marriage Karissa Patten and William McCall Berrett...

  • Broadus FFA attends National Convention

    Marshall Williams, Broadus FFA|Nov 8, 2018

    Submitted by Marshall Williams The Broadus FFA chapter had six students attend the trip to National FFA convention in Indianapolis October 20th through the 28th. Each student picked a day to report on our activities. The following is a compilation of their reports. The Broadus FFA Chapter left Broadus the morning of October 20th. Our first stop was Theodore Roosevelt National Park between the Montana state line and Bismarck, ND. After spending the night in Fargo, ND, we traveled to the Twin...