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On Feb. 1st, 16 pinochle players showed up at the Mint in Big Sandy to play 7 rounds of pinochle. Here are the scores. 1st place: Rebecca W. Score 8230 $25.00 2nd place: Rod C. Score 7560 $20.00 3rd place: Renee H. Score 7280 $15.00 4th place: Shawn W. Score 7120 $10.00 5th place: Maggie C. Score 7070 $5.00 Low: Frank M. Score 4810 $5.00 back High hand of the day was 1580 played by Roberta W. and Bill R. Our next 2 playing dates are: Feb. 15th – March 1st – March 15th and March 29th At the Mint, Big Sandy. 2:00 PM Please try to be there by 1:4...
HELENA, Mont. – The Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for over $2.7 million in federal funding available through the Specialty Crop Block Grant (SCBG) program. The purpose of the SCBG program is to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Montana. Specialty crops include fruits and vegetables, peas, lentils, dried fruits, as well as horticulture, nursery crops, and floriculture. State and/or local organizations, government entities, producer associations, academia, community-based organizations, n...
The annual program aims to make communities in Montana more livable for people of all ages Helena, Mont., Jan. 7, 2026 -- AARP Montana invites local eligible nonprofit organizations and governments to apply for the 2026 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Mountain Time. AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more. Now in its tenth year, AARP will double its...
HELENA, Mont. – The Montana Department of Commerce announced today that eight Montana towns, cities and counties will share more than $300,000 of grant funding to help plan significant community development projects. The funding is through Commerce’s Community Development Block Grant Planning Grant Program. “Commerce’s planning grants help Montana communities produce future growth plans, studies and training to advance crucial infrastructure and community development projects while creating and retaining good paying jobs for local workers...
DPHHS urges Montanans to participate in lifesaving health screenings This January, the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is urging Montanans to take control of their health with life-saving cervical cancer screenings and prevention tools. Cervical cancer is the fifth most common cancer diagnosed among women under the age of 50 in Montana. On average, 38 women in Montana are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and nine lose their lives to the disease each year. Most cervical cancers are preventable. Nearly all cervical cancer...
The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and Montana State University (MSU) today announced a significant platform update for ParentingMontana.org, a premier digital resource for Montana families. The update features a redesigned layout and an expanded suite of practical tools. As a partnership between DPHHS and the Center for Health and Safety Culture (CHSC) at MSU, this project enhances user experience, boosts resource accessibility, and provides essential support to Montana parents and caregivers. “ParentingMontana.org offe...
Big Sandy Theater Company is rehearsing for their upcoming production of the Musical Adventures of Oliver Twist. The production of Charles Dickens’ work will be showing March 6th and 7th. The choice to perform the melodrama is a departure from the company’s more traditional comedic shows. The large cast of 35 players features a broad range of ages and experience levels, with familiar cast members and new faces. Amanda Hoffman, who has co-directed every Big Sandy Theater Production, explained the rationale behind the choice of an Oliver Twi...
It has been many years since Big Sandy Medical Center had a physician on staff who could both see patients and oversee the facility’s broader medical care. In January, Dr. Daniel Davis agreed to do just that. Dr. Davis joined us in 2024 as our Medical Director, providing guidance and support to our midlevel providers—Krystyl, Amber, and Heath. He is now expanding his role at the facility, bringing his expertise in emergency medicine, critical care, and rural medical leadership to both clinic and ER patients. He will begin offering clinic app...
Chouteau County residents now have a new way to receive timely, official information during emergencies and public safety incidents. Chouteau County has launched a public notification system using Regroup, which allows the county to send important alerts directly to residents by text message, email, or phone call. This system will be used to share information related to situations such as severe weather, wildfires, evacuations, road closures, and other public safety concerns. The goal of this system is simple: to ensure residents receive...
The Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) is now accepting applications for the 2026 Young Cattlemen’s Conference (YCC). This national leadership and advocacy program will be held May 28 through June 4, 2026. Applications must be submitted by March 15, 2026. The Young Cattlemen’s Conference is designed for cattle producers ages 25 to 50 who are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the beef industry and strengthening their leadership skills. Coordinated by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), the conference bring...
Havre, MT - Northern Montana Health Care (NMHC) is proud to announce that Garrit Ophus, NMHC’s Director of Information Services, has been selected to serve on the Board of Directors for MUSE, a national community of health care organizations that use the MEDITECH electronic health record system. Ophus will serve a three-year term on the MUSE Board through December 31, 2028, with the opportunity to run for additional terms. His selection reflects both his individual leadership and NMHC’s lon...
In late December, the Big Sandy Food Bank received a much needed injection of support thanks to the generosity of the community of Big Sandy. The annual Big Sandy Schools’ paper products drive and First Bank of Montana Community Food Drive were a great success. The infusion of goods and capital were particularly well timed given the extra weight the Food Bank was subjected to last year with the freeze on SNAP benefits combined with the typical holiday stress. Terry Grant, who runs the food bank,...
Sunshine Snippers 4-H Club members met on Sunday the 11th for our regularly scheduled monthly business meeting at 1:00 p.m. During the meeting, members discussed several upcoming plans and activities. Committee members Garrett, Owen, Bailey, and myself shared a slideshow about our club's Care & Share Project. Be sure to keep an eye out for more details on this exciting opportunity for our club to give back to the community by supporting a couple of local organizations that play important roles...
HELENA, Mont. (January 7, 2026) – The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) is excited to share the recipients of its recently launched education grant program, the Explore Agriculture Classroom Grant. In the Foundation’s first round of funding, the program provided a total of $3,000 in grant funding to six Montana schools. These grants will support educators who integrate agriculture into their classrooms, helping an estimated 450 students better understand the role Montana agriculture plays in everyday life. The Explore Agriculture Cla...
Great Falls, MT - The Montana Wheat and Barley Committee (MWBC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Bjelland of Conrad, MT, and Logan Anderson of Chester, MT, as the newest board members, bringing experience and fresh perspectives to the governor-appointed board of directors. They will represent districts three and two, respectively. Bjelland and Anderson have farmed for a combined 57 years. Each member is looking forward to representing Montana grower dollars dedicated to market...
Ninety-four years ago, on December 26, 1931, Robert Boettcher was born in Big Sandy, Montana, in a private home to Walter and Ligna Bergly Boettcher. From the very beginning, his life was shaped by hard work, communi ty, and a deep sense of purpose. Robert grew up on the family farm, helping with all of the work that needed to be done. His early education took him through three different country schools—an experience that instilled both resilience and appreciation for the people who helped g...
The Producer Partnership has completed processing of more than 100 pigs that were running uncontained in Phillips County. The animals were safely trapped and delivered to Producer Partnership’s USDA federally inspected, nonprofit owned and operated processing facility, where processing was completed earlier this month. As a result of this effort, a semi-load of 12,160 pounds of donated USDA-inspected pork is being delivered to the Montana Food Bank Network to support food banks and local communities across the state. “This donation rep...
As January approaches, Big Sandy prepares to celebrate a remarkable milestone: one of its own turning 99 years old. Nearly a century of living has given this community member a perspective few are privileged to hold-one shaped by hard winters, hand-drawn water, family devotion, faith, and an enduring belief that life, while never easy, is always worth the effort. Born in Big Sandy during a winter "of lots of snow," he entered the world in Mrs. Bertha Smith's house, just north of Christ Lutheran...
The Montana State University-Northern’s Fall semester Dean’s List contains 377 students. To be included in the Dean’s List, students must carry a minimum of 12 credits and earn a grade point average of 3.25 or better. Students that received a pass, incomplete or “F” during this semester are not included on the honor roll listing. The following list of students is organized alphabetically by hometown (please note that many students give a Havre address instead of a hometown address, and thus are listed in the Havre listing). Big Sandy MT Reinha...
Big Sandy Medical Services Foundation was established to foster better healthcare in the Big Sandy community. Their way of doing this is to encourage and assist young people who wish to pursue training in the healthcare field by offering scholarships to Big Sandy High School graduates and Big Sandy Medical Center employees. The BSMS Foundation relies solely on donations to continue to offer these scholarships. Scholarship amounts for the 2026-2027 college year will be a minimum of $500.00 each, one to a graduating senior, one to a college...
The Montana Association of Clerks and Recorders is sponsoring two statewide $1,000.00 scholarships. All graduating seniors who will be attending an in state school are eligible to apply. Applications will be accepted until March 13, 2026. Application forms are available at the Clerk and Recorder’s Office at the Courthouse in Fort Benton or from the Guidance Counselors at the Big Sandy, Fort Benton, Geraldine, and Highwood High Schools. The application requires a short essay (250-500 word max) explaining four ways that local government i...
Montana Technological University, the state’s STEM university, is reminding high school seniors that the deadline for many major scholarships awarded by the University is January 15. Montana Tech awards more than $1 million in scholarships to students annually. “Montana Tech is incredibly proud of the scholarship dollars we can award through generous gifts from our alumni and industry donors,” Executive Director of Admissions and Enrollment Leslie Dickerson said. “It speaks to the value they place on a Montana Tech education and the quality...
Frank Moravec recently marked a remarkable milestone-his 95th birthday-bringing with it nearly a century of lived history, hard work, and quiet wisdom shaped by family, service, and community. Frank was born on December 29, 1930, in Havre, Montana, and grew up on a country farm. His early years were shaped by farm life, country schools, and what he recalls as "horse and buggy days," where education and a strong work ethic went hand in hand. Daily chores were simply a part of life, as were lesson...
Chouteau County and its elected officials were sued by the Chippewa Cree Indians of the Rocky Boy’s Reservation and two individual tribal members for allegedly violating Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. The County filed an Answer asserting defenses related to several cases pending before the United States Supreme Court and filed a Motion to Dismiss the Chippewa Cree Tribe as a party. Chief United States District Court Judge Brian M. Morris ordered the parties to attend mediation with United States Magistrate Judge John T. Johnston. At m...
The Big Sandy High School is in the early stages of installing a ceramics studio for the art education program. The long planned move is part of a larger facility upgrade for the program, which will eventually include a move to a larger classroom space. The ceramics studio is projected to be finished by the end of the calendar year. The efforts have been paid for by community fundraisers held last year, donations, and adult education funds. The space for the new studio is the back room of the library, which has served as a sort of “catch all” s...