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It’s been over two years since the Town of Ekalaka decided to ask the legal system to determine whether it or the Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department Corporation has ownership and control of the town’s fire service and whether the fire department is part of the municipality, as the town claims, or is a separate corporation. A complaint for declaratory judgement was originally filed in district court against EVFD Inc. way back on May 10, 2018. According to that complaint, the town requested a judge declare it has “all legal...
Joe and Marj Schallenberger Joe continues his Shifting Scenes article with the statement: “in 1933 Mother passed away and with Floyd and Mildred married and Clyde working outside, he, his dad, and Etola stayed on the ranch.” Hard, tough years: “1934 caught us out of feed both in the stack and on the ground and we along with the majority were forced to sell our stock to the Government. Good cows brought $20.00 each and the poorer ones $16.00. They had to be delivered to the railroad at Marmarth, North Dakota — about seventy...
Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department members held the drawing for their annual gun raffle fundraiser this week. Stephanie Carroll of Ekalaka was the lucky grand prize winner this year. Carroll won a Howa 7mm-08 rifle. Local Karen Hammel won Leupold binoculars as the second place prize. The third place prize this year, a wildlife print, was won by Lester Phillippi of Hammond. Fire department members were very pleased with the number of tickets sold this year and are looking forward to next year. They were especially thankful to...
Samples from three deer harvested in southeast Montana have tested positive for Chronic Wasting Disease. These are the first positive results in the southeastern corner of the state. A second test will be conducted to confirm the initial positive results. The positive animals include a mule deer buck shot 60 miles north of Miles City in Hunting District 701 in Prairie County, a white-tailed buck harvested two miles north of Hysham in HD 701, and a white-tailed doe taken near...
The Carter County Community Foundation (CCCF) recently announced this year's grant recipients. The ambulance fund at Dahl Memorial Healthcare received $3,800 to help purchase a basket stretcher for rough country rescues. The grant will also partially fund a power load for aiding EMTs getting patients into and out of the ambulances. Carter County Geological Society received $2,900 for summer youth programming. The 2020 Junior Scientists Program will focus on earth sciences,...
Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department, along with the aid of some community volunteers, cleaned Main Street last Thursday prior to the county fair. Each volunteer spent anywhere between three and fourteen hours sweeping and shoveling gravel, sand and dirt off the street. Weeds were also removed from cracks in the pavement and concrete. After the street was swept, the fire department washed the street using fire trucks and equipment. All involved showed pride and spirit in their...
Carter County Chamber of Commerce sponsored activities on Main Street prior to their fireworks display on Independence Day. Several "Minute to Win It" games were played while others on main enjoyed playing cornhole on the triangle or spent time on the museum lawn. At dark, Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department lit off fireworks from the track and arena for all residents to enjoy....
On Thursday, July 4 come out to Main Street in Ekalaka for Independence Day festivities starting at 4 p.m. Local businesses and organizations will host activities and booths until 8 p.m. Independence Day will be capped off by a fireworks display sponsored by the Carter County Chamber of Commerce and launched by the Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department. There will also be a street dance on Main Street. The Chamber of Commerce will be a holding a “Minute to Win It” contest where teams of two will compete in separate events in an...
One year as mayor, boy did it go fast! Some of the things we accomplished this year were: • Replaced some outdated sewer pipe under the bridge; • Put a new furnace in the Town Shop so that it can be heated more efficiently; • Reduced water loss; • Had our first audit with new auditors; • Initiated steps to resolve the disagreement regarding the Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department; • Repaired Mormon Avenue; • Implemented the city limit bow hunting; • Developed a facility use ag...
A fire at Mainstreet Market caused significant damage to the Ekalaka building Monday. At around 5:50 a.m., Sheriff Neil Kittelmann was called because the back door of the business was open and there was graffiti painted on the exterior. Shortly after 6 a.m., it was discovered that a fire had burned inside the building sometime between Sunday night and early Monday morning. Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department was called. The sheriff's department, EVFD and fire marshal inspected...
Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department members held the drawing for their annual gun raffle fundraiser over the weekend at Dawg House Pub. Cindy Quade was this year’s lucky grand prize winner. She received a custom Howa .243 rifle. Mitch Olsen of Sidney won the second place prize, Vortex binoculars. Local Bill Kalstrom won the third prize, a wildlife print. Fire department members were pleased with the number of tickets sold and look forward to next year’s raffle. They are thankful for those who purchased tickets and to Dawg Hou...
Business/Farm/Ranch 1. Dahl Memorial Healthcare 2. J&J Guide Service 3. Hayden Ranch Organization 1. Carter County Senior Citizens 2. All Area Military Veterans 3. Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department Youth Organization 1. Gumbo Gophers 4-H Club 2. Carter County FFA 3. Girl Scouts Church 1. Ekalaka Bible Church 2. Medicine Rocks Church Class Reunion 1. Class of 2008 2. (tie) Class of 1978 and Class of 1968 Vintage/Classic Vehicle 1. Harpster Ranch, 1919 Model...
It has been almost six months since I assumed office as your mayor. I started the year by taking a city government course online through MSU in Bozeman and, recently, went to a budgeting workshop in Miles City. Both were very interesting and informative. The council has had successful meetings, also learning about how city government, budgets, etc. work. The more we learn, the better we will be able to serve our community. I must thank Elston, Clayton and Kitty for keeping...
To light the celebration’s fuse, the Belltower Community Hall will be having a potluck on July 3. Beef, provided by the O’Connors, will be on the menu. Activities will included cornhole and horseshoes. On Wednesday come out to the triangle in Ekalaka for Fourth of July festivities starting at 5 p.m. Local businesses will host activities and booths until 8 p.m. Independence Day will be capped off by a fireworks display sponsored by the Carter County Chamber of Commerce and launched by the Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Dep...
The town of Ekalaka has decided to ask the legal system to determine whether it or the Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department Corporation has ownership and control of the town's fire service and whether the fire department is part of the municipality, as the town claims, or is a separate corporation. A complaint for declaratory judgement was filed in district court against EVFD Inc. May 10. According to the complaint, the town is requesting a judge declare it has "all legal right...
Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department is planning a controlled burn of the foliage on Russell Creek. The burn will also be used as a training exercise Landowners along the creek who do not want their portion burned or have other concerns should contact Mark Wright, Fire Chief, at 775-8827 or 406-852-0071. The burn and training will take place this weekend or as weather permits....
Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department members held the drawing for their annual gun raffle fundraiser on November 25 at Dawg House Pub. Jim Michalski from Minnesota was the lucky grand prize winner this year. He choose the Marlin .44 Magnum Lever Action as his prize. Local Wayne Yost also took home a gun in this year’s raffle, a Remington Model 7 .243 Win. The third place prize, 10x42 Bushnell Trophy Binoculars, was won by Gary Gorder of Baker. Fire department members were very pleased with the number of tickets sold this year a...
The Dahl Memorial Healthcare Association Annual Membership Meeting will be held on September 14, 2017, 6:00 p.m., at Carter County Events Center. In addition to the annual report of facility activities, elections will be held for the two board positions currently held by Bud Powell and Brittani Brence. Below are responses of the nominees to an interview conducted with each. Dean Bruce 1. Please provide a brief biography so people who don't know you can get to know you a...
Last weekend Alzada Fire Department, Carter County Rural Fire, and Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department handled three fires in Carter County. Late Monday night and early Tuesday morning a thunderstorm producing a great deal of lightning and little rain started several more fires. The largest of these fires, the Coffee Pot Fire, is estimated to have burned nearly 2,000 acres near the Powder River breaks. Units came from Custer County, Fallon County, Plevna and Camp Crook to assist in suppression efforts by BLM, Forest Service,...
On Thursday, August 11, people who are in town for the 2017 Days of ‘85 Fair and Rodeo can kick off their busy weekend with ladies’ night karaoke at Dawg House Pub, beginning at 9:00 p.m. The pub is also sponsoring mud volleyball at the fairgrounds on Friday morning, beginning at 10:00 a.m. Then, at 3:00 p.m., pig wrestling will take place at the fairgrounds in the same mud hole used for volleyball. Organizers are still seeking individuals interested in both of these events. To sign-up for volleyball, contact Grace Jar...
For the second year in a row, Carter County Chamber of Commerce sponsored a Fourth of July Bash on Main Street in Ekalaka. Chamber members encouraged local businesses and residents to set up booths and carnival games for kids and adults alike. Food, drinks, and snow cones were also available for residents who partook in the day's events. One highlight of the afternoon was undoubtedly when Sheriff Neil Kittelmann splashed into the dunk tank. Chamber officials are hoping to...
Approximately thirty-five community members attended an informational meeting hosted by Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department (EVFD) on Monday night. The meeting, held at Carter County Events Center, was about the department's need for a new fire hall. Members of the department started the meeting by speaking about Insurance Service Office (ISO) fire ratings. ISO is a for profit organization that provides statistical information on risk. According to EVFD, Ekalaka currently has...
Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department will be holding an informational meeting at Carter County Events Center on April 24th at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is in regard to the need for a new fire hall. The public, including ALL Carter County residents, is encouraged to attend. Public input will be greatly appreciated....
