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3-16-2024 The Board of Carter County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, December 16, 2024, in the Carter County Commission Board Meeting Room of the Carter County Courthouse at 214 Park Street in Ekalaka, Montana. Rod Tauck, Chairman, Mike Watkins, Vice Chairman and Pamela Castleberry, member were present. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by chairman Rod Tauck. Guests included Commissioner Elect Dan Dinstel and Road and Bridge Supervisor Carl Knapp....
submitted by Carter County Public Health Carter County Public Health recently announced updates to the WIC food packages beginning January 1, 2025, reflecting updated nutrition guidelines. The USDA sets food packages and available food items, but states are given time to implement locally and adapt to meet local needs. "The biggest change is the increase to whole grains, which is substantial for pregnant and breastfeeding moms, and in an increase in access to fish for most...
3-09-2024 The Board of Carter County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, December 09, 2024, in the Carter County Commission Board Meeting Room of the Carter County Courthouse at 214 Park Street in Ekalaka, Montana. Rod Tauck, Chairman, Mike Watkins, Vice Chairman and Pamela Castleberry, member were present. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 AM by chairman Rod Tauck. Guests included Commissioner elect Dan Dinstel, Clerk and Recorder Judy Wright and Road and...
Please join Carter County Extension for Winter Ag Series on January 21st at the Carter County Event Center from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Topics will include; Troubleshooting Tree & Turf Issues, Palmer Amaranth & Herbicide Resistance in Weeds, Mental Wellness Conversation Cards, and Developing a Vitamin Supplementation Program for the Cow Herd. Pesticide points will be available for those that attend. There will be a meal that is sponsored by the Carter County Conservation District. Please RSVP to the Carter County Extension...
Carter County Extension is collecting orders for seed potatoes again. The varieties that will be ordered are Teton Russet, Norland Dark Red, and Huckleberry Gold. They will be $1 per pound. Please place your orders by January 15th. The office also still has Red Books for calving season. They are $5 this year. If you are interested in any, please let us know. If you are interested in ordering seed potatoes or Red Books for calving, please contact the Carter County Extension Office at (406) 775-6305....
I want to wish everyone in Carter County a belated Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. It's hard to believe that 2024 has already come and gone. This past year was extremely busy and exciting as I worked to get a lay of the land and build relationships with livestock producers dealing with predator issues. I deeply appreciate the warm welcome from the community and the support I've received from producers. A huge thank-you goes out to Carter County contract trappers Robbie F...
Dahl Memorial is thrilled to announce the addition of Karl Hager, FNP-C, ACNP-BC, ENP-BC, to the association's healthcare team. Hager brings a wealth of expertise and over twelve years of experience as an advanced practice provider, with certifications in Family Practice, Acute Care, and Emergency Medicine. Hager brings specific patient care skills and experience that support and advance Dahl's mission and commitment to Carter County and the communities the association servse....
Corlan Laughery of Ekalaka has been selected as one of two students to represent Southeast Electric Cooperative Inc. at the 2025 NRECA Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. Corlan will embark on an unforgettable journey to our nation's capital in June of 2025. This year the students were asked, "What was the most important event to have occurred in our nation during your lifetime? How did it affect you?" It isn't surprising that both students wrote about the pandemic. They both...
Dahl Memorial Healthcare Association (DMHA) is making an important change to better serve our patients and ensure the long-term health of our hospital. Starting January 15, 2025, DMHA will begin collecting copays, coinsurance, and patient-responsible balances at the time of service. This change is necessary as we align with industry standards and help DMHA provide timely, transparent billing while strengthening the hospital's financial foundation. For many in our community,...
Pre-K Dear Santa, My name is Bo and I am 4 years old. I am so excited for Christmas this year! This year I have been VERY nice. A few things I did that were nice are helped my brother pick up toys, helped my Mom wrap the Christmas tree with lights, and helped my Dad wrap presents. This year for Christmas I would like a watch, crocs, and my new own books! I can't wait for you to visit me this year! I will leave out a snack for you and the reindeer! Love, Bowen O'Donnell Dear...
Harlen Pod Wash was born on December 30, 1936 at 12:10 p.m. weighing 9lbs even and 21 ½ inches long in Elgin, Montana to Charlie "Pod" Wash and his wife Florabel Harkins Wash. He joined his big sister Norella Bea in the family sheep wagon that was their early home on the eastern flats of Carter County, Montana. Sometime later the family moved to a sheep ranch where both his parents were employed as sheepherders. Harlen attended a rural school in his elementary days and...
2-12-2024 The Board of Carter County Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in the Carter County Commission Board Meeting Room of the Carter County Courthouse at 214 Park Street in Ekalaka, Montana. Rod Tauck, Chairman, Mike Watkins, Vice Chairman and Pamela Castleberry, member were present. The meeting was called to order at 9 a.m. by Chairman Rod Tauck. Commissioner elect Dan Dinstel joined the meeting. Commissioner Castleberry made the motion...
Carter County Fire Warden, Neil Kittelmann and Carter county commissioners have lifted Stage 1 Fire Restrictions as of midnight on Thursday, December 12, 2024. U.S. Forest Service remains in Stage 2 in the Custer National Forest until at least December 25, 2024. Fire Warden, Neil Kittelmann has stated that burn permits will be strictly enforced. If you plan to burn you must call the Sheriff's Office, 406-775-8743, before burning. Kittelmann is asking if you have large...
A Cross-Border Educational Adventure In a groundbreaking educational initiative, the Ekalaka School District, the Hulett School District, and the Alzada Country School have embarked on a collaborative project that takes learning beyond the classroom. The three schools recently partnered to organize a series of "home-home field trips" that allowed students to explore local landmarks and cultural sites. A Geological Journey The first field trip, on November 25th, took Ekalaka st...
Twenty years! Twenty years of the Fallon County Wild Game Feed in memory of Stan Wagner has come and gone. According to Wendy Wagner and Norton Walker, the game feed brought in an estimated 1,500 people. The largest crowd they have had. The people were served elk cotto salami, mountain lion summer sausage, buffalo meatballs, antelope stroganoff, bear chili, wild hog and mountain lion chili, pulled elk, pulled wild hog and elk enchiladas. All the wild game is donated by...
The Carter County Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to usher in the holiday season at the 2024 Christmas Stroll on Thursday, December 5th, on Main Street in Ekalaka. This year's "Polar Express" Community Celebration promises a fun-filled evening with a variety of holiday activities for the entire family, starting at 4 p.m. One of the highlights of the event is the Festival of Wreaths, which will be on display at the tennis court. Attendees can cast their votes for their...
1-31-2024 The Board of Carter County Commissioners met in regular session on Thursday, October 31, 2024, in the Carter County Commission Board Meeting Room of the Carter County Courthouse at 214 Park Street in Ekalaka, Montana. Rod Tauck, Chairman, Mike Watkins, Vice Chairman and Pamela Castleberry, member were present. The meeting was called to order at 9:00 am by Chairman Rod Tauck. Commissioner Tauck read Public Comment email from Clerk and Recorder Judy Wright regarding...
October, 2024 Tuesday, the first day of October, was spent doing 1 on 1's and a Bible Study with Karen. After dinner Vernalea Kittelmann spent the afternoon playing "Wild 10" with the ladies. My understanding is Faye Kennedy won the game. Wednesday morning a group went through their exercise session and from there played with a big ball. The afternoon activity was playing a game of "5 Crown". Marty's sister Janice Krietel joined the ladies and came out on top! Thursday, Jimmy Curry along with his sisters made a trip to Miles...
Ekalaka Public Schools has taken a significant step towards addressing the critical need for quality childcare in rural communities. The district's in-house daycare, located within the elementary school building, opened its doors in August 2022. This initiative was made possible by a $163,000 Child Care Innovation Grant, awarded to Ekalaka as one of only two public schools (alongside Browning) among 31 grantees across Montana. The grant funding spanned from September 2022 to...
Montana Department of Revenue staff told a legislative committee Monday that next year's reappraisal cycle could produce a partial repeat of last year's jarring tax spike as the state's surging real estate market continues to translate into higher residential taxes. The department expects the market value of the average Montana residential property to be reappraised at 21% higher when it completes next year's reappraisal cycle. A staff economist said Monday that if the Legisla...
Ruth Nettleton passed away on November 13, 2024 Ruth Malmquist Nettleton was born on April 13, 1931, to Gus and Lima Griffin Malmquist in Ekalaka, MT. She was raised on the ranch 20 miles northwest of Ekalaka on H7 Creek. Ruth attended grade school at the O'Fallon School and graduated from Carter County High School in 1949. Shortly after graduating, she began working in Miles City. Her older sister and her husband, Jean and Elwood Lynch, came to visit and talked her into...
Celia Jean (Bickerdyke) Welch, 84, died peacefully with Jacki and Sue by her side at the Spearfish Canyon Healthcare on November 7, 2024. Celia was born to Eugene and Naomi (Fern) Bruner Bickerdyke in Belle Fourche, SD on September 3, 1940, joining a brother, James. She spent her childhood along the banks of Cottonwood Creek in Carter County near the community of Capitol, Montana. Celia participated in 4-H for 10 years, with horses being her number one interest and lifelong...
November 11, 2024 Ronda Cordell made a trip to the bank in Buffalo, on Monday. She was afraid the mail would be at ‘Pony Express’ speed through some far-off post office. Some of her mail has a new address, and the bank has changed her address to Capitol Rock Township with a South Dakota zip code. No one has been able to explain this change, or why this change has occurred. Ronda called the newspaper and Seaton Publishing, who tried to change the address back, but the computer would not allow the change. The letter had ori...
The Carter County Chamber of Commerce thanks all who recently purchased tickets from the organization to win a trip to Deadwood's Oktoberfest event last month. Chamber members are pleased to report that the fundraiser was successful and that it wouldn't have been possible without generous and supportive community members. The newly-married Kerr's were the winning couple of the drawing. The Chamber has a couple of exciting events in the works for the upcoming Holiday season, so be on the lookout for opportunities to celebrate...
November 1 marked the official open enrollment period for Americans to enroll in the marketplace, apply for Medicaid, or change their health care plans to better meet their needs. This open enrollment period is crucial for the 48 Carter County residents who lost Medicaid or Healthy Montana Kids coverage because the window for people to reenroll is closing quickly. People have until January 15, 2025, to reapply, or they may have to wait until November 2025 to apply again....
