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Editor's note: This article about George Yelloweyes, eastern Montana basketball great, originally appeared in the February 26 issue of the Terry Tribune. by Norm Clarke Special to the Tribune The legendary life of George Yelloweyes illuminated Montana like a comet. He lit up basketball scoreboards, too, leaving demoralized defenders in his wake. Some Montana sports historians consider him the greatest shooter in state history. Glenn Kuehn, a 1960 Terry High graduate, witnessed...
On Tuesday Governor Steve Bullock announced consumer protections to lessen the economic impacts on Montanans during the COVID-19 statewide emergency by stopping evictions, foreclosures and cancellation of utility services including water, heating and internet service. “One of my top priorities is continuing to find ways to ease the financial hardships on Montanans. So long as this virus forces Montanans to stay home to save lives, Montanans need a home to stay in,” Governor Bullock said. “This order ensures that a loss of inc...
Dear Editor: For over 100 years, Holy Rosary Healthcare has delivered quality healthcare services to counties throughout eastern Montana. We continue to take pride in living our Mission to reveal and foster God’s healing love by improving the health of the people and communities we serve, especially the poor and vulnerable. This is why we were proud to support legislation during the last legislative session that reauthorized and reformed Medicaid Expansion in Montana through the Medicaid Reform and Integrity Act. Far too many...
The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced Tuesday that distribution of economic impact payments will begin in the next three weeks and will be distributed automatically, with no action required for most people. However, some seniors and others who typically do not file returns will need to submit a simple tax return to receive the stimulus payment. Who is eligible for the economic impact payment? Tax filers with adjusted gross income up to $75,000 for individuals and up to $150,000 for married...
The Montana Department of Revenue is warning all Montanans to watch out for scams related to the recently announced federal stimulus package. With recent news of direct payments to Americans based on their 2018 or 2019 tax information, scammers are already contacting individuals, and especially tax preparers, by phone, email, and text, trying to solicit personal, financial and tax information that can be used for identity theft and financial fraud. “It’s tragic that even during a national crisis, criminals are taking adv...
Hello God, it’s me, Mara: You know, Lord, lots of folks have heaps of thoughts and ideas about the secret of how to have happiness. How about Christmas gifts – just think of all the items, all these special gifts are given because of the happiness and love we share. With Easter coming up, here is a good thought to embrace, in a poem by Sper: “Because of love God sent His Son From heaven’s throne to earth To rescue us from sin and death – a Gift of priceless worth!” An unknown author wrote: “The secret of happiness is...
Even though Covid-19 is a very serious topic, I feel that my job description as a cooking/humor columnist is an essential service in coping with this crisis. I think since everyone is sheltered in place in Montana and much of the nation, we need good recipes and a chuckle now more than ever. Since most of the workforce is working from home or not working, I know there are a lot of people who have their grown children and grandchildren moving home to be with them during this crisis. If there is a windfall to this, it is...
Diana Dee Kirby passed away at her home on March 23, 2020 with her daughter, granddaughter and best friend Baby Dog. Diana was born August 27, 1931 in her grandparents' house in the community of Ridgway, Montana. She grew up there with her grandparents, Carl & Lola Burch and her mother Crystal Palmer. Her parents later divorced and remarried and to these unions she gained two brothers and two sisters. Her grandad Carl, known as Papa was a big influence on her life. She...
Leland (Lee) D. Morrison, aka Bendy during his youth, passed away in Chandler, Arizona on February 16, 2020. He was 78 years old. Born and raised in Ekalaka, Montana, he graduated from Carter County High School in 1959 then moved to Homer, Alaska where he hired on with the airline industry. Job opportunities took him took Seattle and finally Phoenix in 1973 where he retired in 2001 after 36 years in the airline industry. He loved traveling and visiting with family and...
Carter County Election Administrator Pam Castleberry announced on Tuesday that the upcoming June 2 statewide primary election will be a mail ballot election. The announcement comes on the heels of a directive issued by Governor Steve Bullock on March 25 authorizing all counties in the state to conduct upcoming elections entirely by mail. Specifically, Bullock's directive provided for the following: • Counties permitted, but not required, to conduct June 2, 2020, primary e...
In a meeting on Tuesday, county commissioners made the decision to keep the doors locked at Carter County Courthouse. The commission originally ordered the closure of all county public offices for two weeks. That two-week period is over after Friday, but with the threat of COVID-19 still high, offices will remain closed to walk-in traffic and the courthouse locked until further notice. All offices can be still be reached by phone during normal business hours....
There is an overwhelming amount of information available that is related to COVID-19. Following are some guidelines all residents should practice. First, social distancing – keeping six feet between you and everyone else. Washing your hands, and not touching your face are essential to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. These preventative measures should be practiced at all times, especially when leaving your home. Secondly, follow the directions of Carter County Public H...
In the face of adversity, one local business owner's positive attitude and creative thinking led to a promotion she hopes will brighten her customers' day. It's no mystery that small businesses are being affected by COVID-19 in a big way. On March 17 Governor Steve Bullock announced that emergency loans were made available to small businesses in Montana. "We are monitoring the impacts of the novel coronavirus in real time – both from a public health perspective and an e...
Dahl Memorial Healthcare announced on Tuesday that there will be no annual health fair this year. In a statement, hospital staff noted that the decision was made "with the safety of our patients and community in mind." The hospital will provide a lab draw solution for health fair patients at a future date. Residents who rely on the health fair for medication refills should call the clinic at 406-775-8738 to discuss alternative options. Additionally, Dahl Memorial Healthcare...
