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By PR Extension Office 4-H horse exhibitors kicked off the 2020 Powder River County Centennial Fair last week under the direction of 4-H Horse Superintendents T.J. and Heather Cunningham. An overnight rain and a little farming contributed to a nearly perfect dust-free arena. Teen 4-H member Kori Kolka helped announce and present awards. Shyla Madsen had an outstanding performance with her two-year-old colt "Spur" and her mature horse "Mellow Yellow." With the two-year-old, she captured Grand C...
By PR Extension Office Unlimited imagination and a lot of hard work and determination describes the exhibits in the General 4-H Project division at the County Fair, according to Extension Agent Julie Riley. 4-Hers made great use of the time they spent at home during the pandemic, which was displayed in all project areas from photography and visual arts to woodworking, handwork, clothing and leathercraft. Fairgoers certainly witnessed excellent 4-H craftsmanship at this year's County Fair....
By PR Extension Office "The embroidery talent is exceptional," exclaimed Roxie Dinstel, Handwork Judge, noting that no knots could be seen on the back of the handwork. "People had a little extra time during the COVID-19 social distancing and self-isolation to complete some very fine projects," Dinstel added. A unique pear and pineapple pie prepared by Robin Reames received the grand champion open class Foods award and Bonnie Lyda's zucchini bread received reserve. The banner year for drought a...
By PR Extension Office “What a great way to grow your future 4-H members”, said judge Devin Murnin after he visited with the young exhibitors and checked over their young entries in the bum lamb and goat class. Participants included Anna Hagedorn and “Jewel”; Steeley Williams and “Penelope”, Nicolas Bowers and “Stella”; Rowdy Ryan and “Arrow”; and Courtney Kuhbacher and “Speckles”. The following day, the bum calves were in the spotlight with Macey Madsen and “Sandy”; Trace Emmons and “Honey”, Maci and Quincy Emmons and “Buddy”; Paisley Harpe...
By PR Extension Office The final event at the County Fair is the Round Robin Showmanship contest held on the last hour of the last day, according to Extensions Agent Mary Rumph. "I have always had great respect for the exhibitors who participate in showmanship classes during the Fair," said Rumph. "Showmanship is optional but provides an opportunity for youth who might not necessarily have the resources to purchase the best livestock to level the playing field in the arena. Showmanship is a...
By Sean Hill, PR County Medical Administrator As many of you know, we have been experiencing some profound changes throughout our organization. This includes staff retiring and making change in their personal worlds. We are transitioning through these times as rapidly as possible and ask community indulgence, as we go through this growth spurt. Business operations are in the middle of realignment to make our accounting and billing processes move more efficiently through the insurance and payment world. Many of our patrons won’t see these back o...
Physical Therapist Kristy Elgin recently hung out her shingle as a private practitioner along the courthouse square in Broadus. The Body Shop Physical Therapy in now open for business in the Brewer Building at 117 East Wilson in Broadus. Elgin grew up in Powder River County, and graduated from Broadus in 2007 before going on to attain her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND. She most recently worked at the Powder River Manor Physical Therapy Department, and...
A dedication ceremony for the Powder River Memorial Cemetery took place last Saturday. The cemetery honors fifteen US soldiers who died along the Powder River in early September, 1865, during the Powder River Expedition. The ceremony drew a crowd of around 40, with locals as well as several reenactor groups, including the Chapman-Compliment Camp #2, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War, with members from Montana and Wyoming, 1st United States Volunteer Infantry Regiment, Company H, with membe...
By Jessica Malone It feels like the 4th of July was yesterday and suddenly it’s already fair time, so the summer is flying by as usual. We were fortunate in celebrating Independence Day at a point where the COVID climate appeared to be improving. But with the current mandates, it’s now feeling more like a regression and it’s becoming more and more difficult to host community events. That being the case, the Chamber Board met recently to discuss our program of work for the remainder of the year. In recent years, the Chamber has sponsored an ed...
WASHINGTON - U.S. Secretary of Commerce recently Wilbur Ross announced that the Department's Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $7 million grant to Powder River County, Montana, to make critical infrastructure improvements needed to increase economic resilience in the face of natural disasters. The EDA grant, to be matched with $1 million in local investment, is expected to retain 48 jobs and spur nearly $7 million in private investment. "The Trump Administration continues to work diligently to rebuild and protect...
Last week the commissioners met with Heather Handran, Pat Ridenour, new Senior Center Director Rita Harden, and Linda Wolfe regarding the budget, Senior Center and Congregate Meals. At this time it was decided to move forward with opening up for Congregate Meals with the stipulation of the following: Powder River Lanes will follow all restaurant COVID-19 guidelines. Curbside delivery will be available ONLY through the pandemic. No dining in. Possible increase fee for any curbside to offset container cost. Public health must be contacted and...
Thursday, August 9, 1990 500 on hand for annual Crazy Days Barbeque Another successful Crazy Day, Customer Appreciation Day came and went in Broadus last Saturday. The day, the first Saturday in August, is set aside annually for the Broadus businesses to thank their customers for their patronage during the year. About 500 people were served at the evening’s free barbeque, compliments of the Powder River Commercial Club. Events are co-sponsored by participating businesses and the Commercial Club. The event this year was organized by Della G...
(Courtesy Montana Historical Society) The letters of three Montana women politicians offer historic insight as the nation celebrates the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment in August, which gave women the right to vote. Women’s earliest known role in Montana politics began in 1882 when Helen Piotopowaka Clarke was the first woman and first Native American elected as county superintendent of schools in Helena. In 1916, Jeanette Rankin was elected as U.S. Representative for Montana four years before women could vote; she cast the single disse...
Powder River Co. Sheriff’s Office William Wash, Broadus, MT, operating vehicle not properly registered, $85. William Wash, Broadus, MT, fail to drive right of roadway, $85. Jordan Frank, San Diego, CA, speeding in restricted zone (45/30) $65. David Mugnano, Bridgeport, WV, speeding in restricted zone (80/65) $65. Jeffrey Janson, Charlotte, NC, speeding in restricted zone (87/65) $95. Charles EIsennahu, Buckley, WA, speeding in restricted zone (75/65) $55. Gregory Otsuka, Stillwater, MN, speeding in restricted zone (80/65) $85. Calen Emmons, S...
July 13, 2020 Commissioners met for their weekly meeting with all members present. The 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. Road Supervisor Teel Mullanix met with the board for his weekly meeting. He reported Marian Barber will be conducting a final meeting on July 20. Mullanix reported the rear end of the blade is shot, and presented quote from RDO. He updated on pit statuses. Garst Road was discus...
Powder River County has recorded its first COVID-19 case, with a local individual testing positive in mid-July. The official release did not state details about the individual, but we’ve independently verified the case as a female in her 30s, who acquired the virus on an out of state trip. In a press release from July 23, Powder River Health confirmed that the individual began showing symptoms on July 16th, and contact tracing identified individuals who had close contact with the patient. As of this Tuesday, the case has recovered, and close c...
Earlier this year, area residents watched a new building take shape at the former Mobile gas station location, located across Hwy 212 from Cottonwood Park. The building and property, now owned by Broadus native Jesse Fleming, will open next Monday, August 3rd, as Fleming & Long Insurance. Jesse is a 1999 graduate of PRCDHS, growing up on a ranch south of Broadus where he learned to team rope and continued on to much success in the sport over the years. During a recent interview he commented that...
Last Wednesday a large fire kicked off on Buffalo Creek, in South Central Powder River County near the Wyoming border. The fire is believed to have started from a burning coal seam, which ignited during a 3000 acre fire in 2017. The fire last week was initially propelled by high winds blowing from the south and southeast, and took off for the river. Federal, state, and local fire assets, as well as local ranchers fought to contain the blaze; it was finally brought to a halt on the north end at...
By Devin Boman (pictured above) Broadus VFW post 1595 has elected a new Commander, Devin Boman. Previous Commander Russ Kinzer has stepped down from the position after many years of dedication, and is now serving as Sr. Vice Commander. Devin Boman, US Army, Military Intelligence, Korea 2011 and Afghanistan 2013, has worked for John Mangen for more than 4 years. His wife Rebecca Boman is the Jr. High and High School Social Studies Teacher in Broadus. They have two daughters and are expecting a...
Annual cost is $38 in county, $39 out of county, and $40 out of state. Please mail checks to: Powder River Examiner, PO Box 328, Broadus, MT 59317. We will also mail an invoice as a reminder. If you’d like to save a stamp and avoid as much human contact as possible, feel free to drop payments in the payment box on our front door, located across the street to the west of the courthouse square. You may renew online, at www.powderriverexaminer.com. Don’t forget about our online edition, free for all print subscribers. Mary Barge, Lafayette, CA...
By Henry A. Malley Memorial Library Director June Ray July 27, 2020 New books added to our library: “Fair Warning” by Michael Connelly; “Daddy’s Girls” by Danielle Steel; “The House on Malcolm Street” by Leisha Kelly; “Red Notice” by Bill Browder; “Freedom in the Mountain Wind” by Misty M. Beller; “The Alchemyst” by Michael Scott; “Love’s Mountain Quest” by Misty M. Beller; “Hope in the Mountain River” by Misty M. Beller; “Do the Birds Still Sing in Hell” by Horace Greasley; “The Life As We Knew It” collection by Susan Beth Pfeffer; “To Kill...
Thursday, August 2, 1990 Softball team wins bronze at state games The Broadus Men’s Softball Team, sponsored by Stevenson and Sons, were the recipients of a Bronze medal after placing third at the recent Big Sky State Games in Billings. Forty-one teams were on hand for the competition, so the medal winning performance of the local men was no small affair. “We played pretty good ball for a bunch of old men,” said team member Tom Riggs. “After playing ten games in two days we were pretty sore Monday though.” The local team lost their first game,...
By Annie Brimmer The VFW Auxiliary met July 8 for the first time since March. Protocol of the times was followed. The main issue of discussion was the county fair. We decided that the “virus” couldn’t get a good hamburger down. Once again the VFW hamburgers will be available at the fair. There will be some changes in the way we do things to follow the guidelines for public safety. County Health Nurse Darlynn Williams attended our meeting. She gave us information on how we need to do things to satisfy health safety measures. Our fall distr...
Marla Drga was gone visiting her mother Rosalie Ostendorf while Mark and Christina and family were visiting Hal Vosen and celebrating his 80th birthday. While there Hal had an accident and broke his neck. He is doing well in rehab after a big surgery. Neighbors came together and battled a fire over by Birds. It was put out quickly. Custer County has been graveling the road on Spring Creek. Martha and Mike Mintz, Cooper and Madeline spent some time at the ranch throughout the shutdown. Family neighbors and friends bid a farewell to Ben Minow....
4-H Family Feature - Farrah Gaskill (far left) took a swine project this year. She named her pig "Chomper". "My favorite part about my pig is his personality," said Farrah, adding, "He loves to run around and play." "The challenging part is getting him to walk alone and not with another pig," reported Farrah. "My favorite thing about my project is he is really gentle so it is easier than I had expected," said Chas Gaskill (near left). "I expected more challenges. His name is Big Red. The only...
