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I must admit that when Dana Darlington came into "The Mountaineer" asking if we had heard anything about National Heritage Areas, I had not. Darlington went on to say that there is a group of mostly Great Falls people that want to make all of Chouteau County, all of Cascade, part of Fergus County and some of Lewis and Clark County into a National Heritage area. "The idea of a National Heritage area comes across as good at first," said Darlington. The idea is to promote tourism. The problem is th...
"The Mountaineer" published the story a couple of months ago about Lorrie and Allan Merrill's upcoming trip to Zambia with the Farmers Union., the World Food Organization meets in a food producing place yearly or so to talk about getting food produced and into the mouths of hungry people. Now, Lorrie and Allan are back home and Lorrie has written this wonderful conclusion to their trip. Thanks to Lorrie and Allan for sharing so much with "Mountaineer" readers. Sunday Zambia Lessons It is with...
There is a new book out this summer called “DEATH IN GLACIER NATIONAL PARK” by Randi Minetor. It is a history of all the known deaths in Glacier since it became a park in 1910. That is not as horrible a story as one might think. I knew a Red Bus Driver who did a “Death Tour” of the park one summer that was very popular. This book lists everyone who has died in the Park for whatever reason. With some deaths there are stories because there was a lot of publicity that went along with the death or deaths. Some have no stories to go with the dea...
Over the weekend, a well known pastor/author was fired from the 30,000 person church he had founded. The reason given for his firing was that he had developed a problem with alcohol, which had strained other parts of his life, including his marriage and work. I wasn’t a fan of this particular fellow, but I’ve found myself reading and paying careful attention to the situation largely because it’s important to understand why things like this happen. Lots of pastors mess up, mainly because we are human. Unfortunately, because of their respo...
Amber Beaudette celebrated 40 years working at the Big Sandy Medical Center. She started there in 1976 as a brand new RN out of college wearing her white uniform dress, white stockings and shoes and of course her RN hat. Amber, at that time, was the youngest employee being only 20 years old. She loved her job then and still does today, with no plans yet for retirement. Jerry Beaudette was the administrator and a year later when she married Randy Beaudette, he would also become her...
Hold onto your hats (and not just because of the Montana winds) friends and neighbors for July 9 are the Quinn Farms Open House. All are welcomed to this huge event that lasts from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. or beyond. Registration for this free event is at 9 a.m. on the morning of July 9. Introduction of guests will be at 9:30 a.m. for the event which is expecting to host several hundred visitors. The route to the Quinn Farms is clearly marked on the Judith Landing road. One of the big events of the day...
If Fair Board Chairman Colby Baumgarn has anything to say about it, this year’s Chouteau County Fair will live up to its motto, “A Blast from the Past.” The Fair is officially August 19 through 21 but there is, like always, the Big Sandy Grocery Store Barbeque Throw Down with free eats beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 18. This year’s big event, according to Baumgarn is the Western Grand National Tractor Pull. That event is scheduled for Saturday night and should be a very big show. This year the Pull organizers are asking for local e...
The Montana Highway Patrol 2015 Annual Report is out and, as usual, there is much to be learned about car crashes and the like right here in Chouteau County. The Mission Statement for the Montana Highway Patrol is to focus on safeguarding the lives, property and constitutional rights of people traveling the highways of our state. Division goals are to work to build relationships with our citizens and communities. We will also work to continue building partnerships with other state, federal, county, municipal and tribal agencies. Enhance the...
Safety tips for Ranchers Using Rodenticides Information for this article was prepared by Stephen Vantassel (Vertebrate Pest Specialist for the Montana Department of Agriculture). Rodenticides must be used properly to prevent needless death or injury to people and non-target animals. Fortunately, following a few simple precautions will prevent most potential accidents. • Do not stockpile rodenticides. Restrict purchases to those needed to fulfill seasonal needs. While rodenticides do not usually weaken during storage, grain baits, for example, m...
Triangle Communications is supporting eight area non-profit organizations through the Triangle 4-H Beef Grant Program. Each year Triangle purchases 4-H livestock at local fairs in its service area. Processing and packaging is done by area processors. Non-profit organizations in the area can apply for the grant to be used in their daily operations or for fundraising purposes. Winners are chosen by random drawing from all eligible applications received. This year’s winners include: American Legion Post 25, White Sulphur Springs; Friends of B...
State and local public health officials are reminding Montanans to take steps to avoid mosquito bites and prevent infection with West Nile Virus (WNV). Summer is a prime time for exposure to mosquitos capable of transmitting WNV. However, Montanans can reduce their chances of being bitten by following the advice of public health experts. Public health officials are also reminding the public that while WNV is a concern in Montana, Zika virus is not. In fact, the mosquitos that carry Zika virus have not been found in Montana or neighboring states...
(StatePoint) A picnic is a fantastic way to gather with friends and family. Enjoy a summer breeze on the beach or host a backyard soiree -- you can make your al fresco meal as casual or as elegant as you’d like. Pack the best basket with these simple tips. Find the Right Location The first step to a successful picnic is finding the perfect spot. If you decide not to host at your home, choose a space at the park or beach with tables or a shelter to make setup a snap. If you select a location without amenities, you’ll need to bring chairs and...
(StatePoint) Protecting skin from the sun is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Unfortunately, many people fail to take sufficient measures year-round, but especially in summer when skin exposure tends to be at its peak. Men can be particularly neglectful. Indeed, fewer than 15 percent of men use sunscreen regularly when outside for more than an hour, according to the Center for Disease Control. "This summer, make sun care a habit," urges Dr. Richard C. Kirkpatrick of...
Amy Wortman, south east of Big Sandy provided an old paperback book by Jim Arthur called, “Retracing Kipp Trails”. Tavie Kipp married into the famous Kipp family when she married Jim Kipp who was the son of Joe Kipp, an icon of Glacier National Park and James Kipp who was instrumental in opening the upper Missouri to trading. In her later years Tavie Kipp joined the Chinook History Group and it is suspected it was then she wrote several stories of her life in Montana. In this story she talks about coming to Montana. We take up the story when sh...
When Don Sorensen heard that "The Mountaineer" wanted him to tell some Fourth of July stories, he brought in a picture of him when he was probably around 8 years old. Don thinks the picture was probably taken around 1953. Anyway, in the picture is Don, attired in clothes too big for him. Beside him is a big Dutch oven smoking away and behind him is the river that he loves so much. Not much has changed except these days Don's Clothes fit better. He is teaching Dutch oven cooking on the river at t...
By Robert Lucke Headline might read, "Coburn can't go to the Malta Rodeo but meets his Hero." It was July 3, 1901. The Coburn ranch just north east of the Little Rocky Mountains was bustling with summer chores. Wallace Coburn, about age 15, was trying to figure how he could get to the Fourth of July Rodeo in Malta a day early. Wallace Coburn was the youngest of the Coburn children. He lived with his mother and father in Great Falls where he went to school but when school was out he was on the...
When Linda Rutledge at the Senior Citizen's Center told "The Mountaineer" that Dee Pribyl is the 2016 Senior Citizen of the year, we couldn't have been more pleased. There is no harder community worker and genuinely nicer person than Dee. Singlehanded, she and two friends were responsible for a new library in Big Sandy. That is as it should be as Dee is and will always be a librarian. Her love of books is shown in the interview we did with her last week. Congratulations Dee Pribyl. If anyone sho...
Tree watering rules of thumb • Water trees three times a month in addition to watering your lawn. • Deep watering to a depth of 12” inches below the soil surface is recommended. Saturate the soil around the tree within the “dripline” (the outer edges of the tree’s branches) to disperse water down toward the roots. • For evergreens, water 3’-5’ beyond the dripline on all sides of the tree. • The objective is to water slowly, dispersing the flow of water to get the water deep down to the trees roots. Watering for short periods of time onl...
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials are urging Montanans to take the necessary precautions to stay safe this summer while behind the wheel, especially heading into the Fourth of July weekend. DPHHS Trauma System Manager Alyssa Sexton said the three main factors that contribute to motor vehicle crashes are drugs/drinking, distraction and drowsiness. And, one of the biggest contributors to motor vehicle injuries and death is not wearing a seat belt. Sexton said Montana had 2,246 fatalities from motor vehicle crashes...
Thinking seasonal is always a recipe for success. The colors of the summer and sweet, tart, cool flavors of fruits of the season can decorate your table in creative, elegant and refreshing ways. When most of us think of summer fruit, we envision smoothies, salads or pies. Think beyond the dessert course! There are many ways to imbue appetizers, cocktails and main courses with seasonal colors and fruity flavors. Here are some fresh ways to introduce summer fruits into your summer meals and cocktails. Appetizers and Mains There are many easy...
Leslie Gregory, who is the lady in charge at the Big Sandy Swimming Pool, said that the pool is up and running and, as usual, there are a few changes from last season. "Our hours are different this year," Leslie said. "Hours are 12 to 2, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 for open swimming seven days a week. 8 to 9 am five days a week is adult swimming as is 6 to 7pm five days a week." Gregory said there are eleven life guards from the Big Sandy area. Many people have commented this is a great place for summer...
Looking on line, "The Mountaineer" came across a story entitled fifteen places in Montana you must see before you die. We decided to include the list for our readers to see how many of those places they have actually been to or are planning on seeing. But, then there is the real list of places that are little known or seen for what they are but they are places in Montana that if you don't want to miss. Don't wait until you are ready to croak. See at least some of them this summer. But first the...
This is the eighth year former Big Sandy High School graduate Ellaraine Lockie has provided the English students at BSHS the opportunity to participate in the Walter Gerson Poetry Contest. Each year Ellaraine Lockie judges students’ poetry, makes comments about the poems and awards students for their excellent poetry and participation. This year is no exception. There are several cash prizes and several honorable mentions. Two teachers at Big Sandy high school have been involved in the poetry contest. Lauren Clampitt handled the Gerson poems f...
By Robert Lucke Mayor Steve Stiles announced that the City Council and the School Board will have a joint meeting, June 29 at the high school computer room to discuss the prospect of a new swimming pool for Big Sandy. The Public is invited to share input. Regarding the last City Council meeting on June 8, there were three visitors and Deputy Hale although he did not give a report. After the Pledge was recited and the last minutes were approved, there were no public comments. As to the new water project, discussion centered around what package m...
The Variety Show held June 12, 2016, as a fundraiser for the new library was a big success, bringing in $1500 from the generous crowd. The program was filled with wonderful home-town talent of all ages. Those featured at the piano were Ann Quinn and Marla Ray, Dakota Terry, Audrey Sipler, and Judy (Bush) Pleskac, who wowed the audience with her original arrangement of "America, the Beautiful." Vocal solos or ensembles included Charley and Stephanie Overbay, Bridgette (Quinn) Long, Larry...