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compiled/edited by Rick and Susie Graetz, University of Montana, Department of Geography Authors' Note: This piece is excerpted from a report Clyde Fickes wrote in May 1944. It appeared in "Volume 1 – Early Days In The Forest Service." His words are excerpted with light editing. Fickes retired from the U.S. Forest Service in 1947. He died at age 103 on Dec. 29, 1987 – from an accident on the dance floor. I applied for work on the old Lewis & Clark National Forest in the spr...
Hannah Hope Tauck was born to proud parents Shaun & Lisa Tauck on February 5, 2018, at 7:56 a.m. Hannah weighed in at 8lbs. 5oz and measured 20.5"....
Landowners have until March 15 to submit applications to Montana Fish, Wildlife, & Parks for enrollment in the Unlocking Public Lands Program. Through this program, landowners who agree to allow access for all general recreational use, including hunting, fishing, trapping, hiking, bird-watching, and other uses compatible with the use of public lands, for a majority of the year (at least 6 months and 1 day), are entitled to receive a $750 annual tax credit per contract. Landowners may have a maximum of four contracts per year...
Hello, I’ve told you before, and I know you believe me, I’m not the brightest bulb in the closet. I proved it again this morning. I am snowed in at Jamestown. I’m not familiar with Jamestown, although people have suggested there is a place for me here. Being a rather broke person, I searched for the cheapest motel I could find. $39.95 per night. That is reasonable. They don’t know about the Bakken here. I booked the room. There was ice on the toilet. I guess heat is extra. But I slept with my clothes and coat on and by morn...
Betty Vail will be in Ekalaka on March 13 to sign individuals up for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP is a federal nutrition program that helps individuals stretch their food budget and buy healthy food. SNAP benefits are given each month on a plastic, electronic benefits transfer (EBT) card. The EBT card works like a debit card. An individual’s income, medical bills, and utility bills are some of the things that are taken into consideration to see if they qualify to receive a prepaid card for f...
Ellen Guyer of Ekalaka, Montana, was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Guyer was initiated at Montana State University. Guyer is among approximately 30,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into Phi Kappa Phi each year. Membership is by invitation only and requires nomination and approval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors are eligible for m...
How does the shape of its skull determine what an animal eats? What are the structures and functions of different parts of flowers and seeds? Third and fourth grade students from Mrs. Guyer's classroom at Ekalaka Elementary have had wonderful, hands-on opportunities to answer these questions and many more in a recent program. Sponsored by the Montana Natural History Center, the purpose of the Virtual Naturalist in the Schools program is to engage and encourage students'...
March 12, 2018 is the deadline for individuals to file for elected office for the 2018 Federal Primary Election. Local filings to date include: County Commissioner District 3 - Mike Watkins (Republican), William Walker (Republican); Justice of the Peace - Kathleen Rosencranz (nonpartisan); Treasurer/Assessor - Jesi Strub (Republican); Clerk and Recorder/Public Administrator/Surveyor - Pamela J. Castleberry (Republican); Carter County Conservation District - Doug Bonsell, Duane Talcott, Randy Borchgrevink; Mary Z. Stange,...
Dahl Memorial Healthcare Association’s Annual Health Fair Blood Draw is scheduled for April 3, 4, and 5, from 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Carter County Events Center. Cost for the basic blood draw panel is $35, and if men want to have a PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) checked, it will cost an additional $25. Hemoglobin A1C (diabetes test) will be available again this year for $15. There is also a new lab available this year, Vitamin D3, for an additional $30. As always, payment is due at time of service. Please take morning m...
On March 15 at 6 p.m. the Carter County Geological Society will host Ken Howie Studios for the annual Founder's Day Event. Dinner will be provided and the event is free and open to the public. Theresa Howie, Producer of the film, will provide updates on the Feek's Vision documentary project, including a new extended trailer of the film which will feature an interview with Director, Ken Howie. Ken will discuss the importance of the project, while sharing some items of interest...
Last weekend, the CCHS Lady Bulldogs defeated Plenty Coups, Bridger, and Harlowton/Ryegate to secure the Montana Southern C Divisional Championship. This weekend, the team will travel to Butte for the state tournament. Their first game is against Plentywood at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. A small pep rally will be held at the Super 8 Hotel in Butte on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. All tournament games will be live streamed by NFHS Network. Fans can find the link to register at mhsa.org....
