Week of September 23, 2026
Week of September 23, 2026
By Erik Sietsema Big Sandy Church of God held its 14th Annual Brisket Cook-Off last Sunday, September 20. Fourteen barbecue cooks faced off for the local title, while a large crowd gathered to enjoy lunch and vote for the People’s Choice Award. Local judges also selected the top three competitors for the Judges’ Choice Awards. For the second consecutive year, Blaze Stump took first place in both the Judges’ Choice and People’s Choice competitions. Stump is a relative newcomer to the...
By Michelle Robertson The Big Sandy Medical Guild will host their annual rummage sale on Thursday, October 1st from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm and the Box Sale on Friday, October 2nd from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Jerry Martin Memorial Hall, 115 Johannes Ave., Big Sandy. They will start accepting donations for the sale Monday, September 28th 8:00am – 5:00pm through Wednesday, September 30th from 8:00am until 1:00 pm at the Jerry Martin Memorial Hall located at 115 Johannes Ave. in Big Sandy. You can...
By Roberta Edwards For high school artist Korbyn Jurenka, making art comes down to having the right support and finding time to create. She works mainly with acrylics and watercolors on Western-themed pieces, bringing her own style to local art in North Central Montana. Korbyn credits her family with keeping her motivated. Her parents give her constant encouragement, which helps her stay driven as she tries out new projects. When it comes to her process, Korbyn prefers to paint while listening...
Twenty players played seven rounds of pinochle in the Mint family room on Sunday, September 13th. Earning $35 was Cathy Gregoire for her top score of 8070. Next high of 8000 was played by Nora Grubb for $25. Shawn Webster received $20 for his 7190. Vance Butler cashed in for $10 with his score of 7000. And the fifth high score was a 6730 by Roberta Whetham for $5. Joe Landinger had low of 4610 for his $5 back. Maggie Cline and Dick Thornton had the highest round score of 2020. Lowest was a...
Pioneers Secure Road Victory Over North Star By Brittany Richard GILDFORD, MT — The Big Sandy Lady Pioneers made the most of an extended preparation week, capturing a gritty four-set road victory over the North Star Knights. With only a single match on the schedule, Big Sandy dedicated the week to heavy practice and strategic preparation. That focus paid off in a competitive, defensive showcase that featured relentless rallies and a strong showing from the service line. The Varsity squad traded punches early with North Star, but ultimately...
The Warmth of a Flannel Shirt Before Rudi and I headed out the door for our first mini walk (less than a mile) for the day, I knew I needed another layer. A rush of cool Canadian air greeted us as we walked out the door. I chose to grab a flannel shirt I brought home after harvest. Towards the end of harvest, Fall began to show itself with crisp mornings and the need for warmer clothes. I found one of my dad’s flannel shirts in the closet. For the briefest moment, when I took it off the hanger and brought it to my face and inhaled deeply, I...
Montana State University Steer-A-Year Program The Steer-A-Year program in Montana State University’s College of Agriculture will return for the 2026-27 academic year and is seeking donations of young cattle and feed. Housed in the Department of Animal and Range Sciences, Steer-A-Year teaches students about the many aspects of raising cattle through a hands-on academic approach, while supplying locally raised beef to campus dining halls. Students spend the year taking care of the calves, including feeding, performing health checks and...
100 Years Ago — Sept 30, 1926. Lutheran services were scheduled to be held at the Gierloff house the following Sunday at the usual hour. Misses Celia and Luella Larson spent the weekend at their home ranch, while Mr. and Mrs. George Dielman traveled to Lyle to spend Monday and Tuesday with Mrs. Dielman’s sister, Miss Mary Linn, who was teaching at the Lyle Black School. Kenneth and Millard Ray and their cousin, Oscar Ray Jr., motored into Big Sandy on Saturday. They stayed for the evening and attended the band dance. Mrs. Joe Helmes of...
