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I love stained glass, so I'm excited to see a store in Big Sandy! The name of Lisa Myers's business is Glass Candy. "I did stained glass in high school, which was a really long time ago." We both laughed. "I used all my graduation money and bought all the supplies to do stained glass, along with a bunch of glass. I probably did three or four things with it after high school, and then I did maybe a couple of things in my early 20s." However, after that, everything was put in a box and moved with...
By Zoe Merrill I was a student at the University of California, Davis. I was a political science major and was expecting to go to law school. I had even teamed up with a couple of other people to start a pre-law club at UC Davis. UC Davis has about 18,000 undergraduate students, which is very large, and they were beginning a law school." Another law school was at Berkeley. "That's where I was headed, but my personal life was a wreck. I was doing well as a student. I ended up graduating with...
As of last week, The Mountaineer has been purchased and will continue to serve the community of Big Sandy. Danielle Weaver, the paper's new owner, will take over operations in August. Big Sandy residents likely know her as the owner and operator of the Big Sandy Pharmacy. I had the opportunity to visit with her about the purchase of the paper and her plans for The Mountaineer going forward. Danielle explained how the decision to purchase the paper came about: "I had the thought when Lorrie first...
Jason Cook is the Project Lead of the Spring Wheat Breeding and Genetics Program. He is also an Assistant Professor at MSU Bozeman. He is the son of Kenyon and the late Kathleen Cook of Big Sandy. Jason is a graduate of Big Sandy in 1996. Jason told me, "I went to Bozeman for my undergrad degree. And my master's degree. Then I went to Wisconsin for my PhD." He completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Missouri. "I went to North Carolina State, in Raleigh, North Carolina. I was...
At the monthly meeting of the Big Sandy City Council, the Sheriff of Chouteau County, Justin Smith, introduced Ryan Clark, the new Chouteau County Deputy, who will be patrolling Big Sandy. The sheriff reported that there were 105 sheriff calls last month from the Big Sandy Area. Two deputies were always present for Homecoming. Last month, there were 18 patrols in the Big Sandy Area. There are currently seven open criminal cases in Big Sandy. Also, the new deputy has logged 41 traffic citations....
Horticultural Tips for August Below are some rules of thumb when tending vegetables, lawns, flowers and trees during the month of August. • Renovate strawberries by mowing a minimum of every three years. Some people mow their strawberries every year following fruit production. Be sure to set the mower high enough to mow the leaves. Mowing too low may damage the crowns and kill the plant. • Topdress strawberries after harvest with a complete fertilizer like 16-16-16. • Pinch the tops of indeterminate tomatoes and reduce watering to promo...
Press Release: TUESDAY JULY 8 Big Sandy, & Havre, Montana –Healthcare providers and Montanans working on promoting healthy, sustainable food systems come together for a two day summit at the Quinn Institute (Friday) and Vilicus Farms (Saturday). Participants will engage in field tours showcasing organic sustainable farming techniques, including dryland vegetables, crop rotation, and health-driven genetics. Experts will discuss food as medicine, featuring local programs. Topics include the economics of stewardship, food education, and how h...
Big Sandy Public School District #2 Board of Trustees Meeting This meeting has been recorded & will be available on the School Website July 15th, 2025, 7:00 pm Location: High School Computer Lab: 7:00pm Trustees in Attendance: Vice Chairperson Jessica Sheehy, Matt Myers, Amanda Hoffman, Kyle Danreuther Trustee Not present: Chairperson Brad Weaver Administration in Attendance: Superintendent Daniel Schrock, Principal Heather Wolery, District Clerk Mary Merrill Guests in Attendance: yes 1. Call to Order by Vice-Chairperson Jessica Sheehy at 7:01...
Trapper Skoyen, newlywed husband of Eryn Darlington, has been diagnosis with pancreatic cancer. In Early March, Trap made a visit to the hospital for what they thought was gallstones and came out with the unexpected news he had cancer. A Tough Like Trapper Benefit as been scheduled for July 25 at 5:00 PM at the Blaine County Commercial Building in Chinook . On June 16 he went in for surgery, unfortunately the tumor remains. They found that the cancer had metastasized. But they are still fighting...
The first fire of the season was caused by a baler bearing. It was put out with the help of neighbors and the Big Sandy Fire Department. The following is an article found on the internet to remind all of us to be diligent in preparing for the fire season. Farm fires pose significant dangers and can devastate agricultural communities. As a local resident, there are several crucial ways you can contribute to preventing and responding to these fires: 1. Prevention is key • Practice fire safety a...
Nine students from Big Sandy High School recently traveled to Belize to study rainforest ecology and marine biology. This was the fourth international science trip taken by students at BSHS and the second time our students have visited Belize. Working through Ecology Project International, a nonprofit educational ecotourism company based out of Missoula, the students raised funds for close to a year in order to make the trip possible. The Big Sandy Education Foundation supported the students...
A Special Thanks in Advance to our Chouteau County 4-H Fair Superintendents 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for a career tomorrow. 4-H programs help develop nearly six million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills. 4-H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA. Cooperative Extension serves every county and reservation in the U.S. through a network of 110...
This year was the 15th year of the annual skate park. As always, people from all over the world were here. I visited with two from Brazil and from around the states. This year, I wanted to focus on the youth, as the hype should be about what it's doing for our children. After all, that is why Jeff Ament built it in the first place. So I spent time visiting with Big Sandy's guest about why it was important for our children. It was interesting to talk to skateboard experts. It was very clear why...
Last week's Big Sandy Mountaineer featured an article announcing Lorrie Merrill's upcoming retirement. Lorrie is the owner and operator of the Mountaineer, which means that the paper will potentially cease publication in September. The story behind Lorrie's tenure at the Mountaineer is a long and winding road. Lorrie initially became a part of the Mountaineer when the previous staff writer, Robbie Lucke went in for cancer treatment effectively limiting his ability to write for the paper. She...
On Thursday, the 17th, Corey Kop, owner of Spruce and Steel Music in Havre, Montana, will host a concert and fundraiser for Chris Myer's Rock School. Chris told me Corey has a nice little music store. "He's been doing a backyard concert series, and this one will help support Rock School." Chris said, "I think Nathan and I are both going to play a little bit, and Cory is going to play. I might have the other three Shiver Brains kids play some acoustic stuff because it's in the backyard." Corey...
I hope that someone will continue the paper, but the chances are slim. You can do it no matter what your ability. There's a former editor in town who will help, and I will also, but it needs to be someone who believes in the purpose of the Mountaineer and its importance to Big Sandy. Please step up. Yes, I did initially say the last month would be June, but I had forgotten about Homecoming at the time, so I will now retire in September. My goal for the Mountaineer was five years, and it's been...
One of my favorite people, Doris Gullickson, is still rocking life. Her resilience and determination are truly inspiring. Despite the challenges, she's found a way to continue her work outside, even in a wheelchair. Doris's love for the outdoors and her positive spirit are unwavering. She's a testament to the fact that with the right support, anything is possible. Doris received a track wheelchair for the summer. Cutting Fences Foundation is a 501c (3) nonprofit organization serving farmers,...
The Belt Performing Arts Center has released the lineup for their summer festival concert, as well as the schedule of concerts for the fall season. Beltstock is a great local outing for locals looking for a family friendly day out. This year’s 5th annual Beltstock festival is Saturday, August 23rd from 5 to 11 PM, featuring a lineup of family friendly music. The event is a fundraiser to support the Beltstock Performing Arts Center music season. I attended and reviewed Beltstock a previous year with my family and would heartily recommend the con...
Its that time of year again, the Big Sandy Senior Citizens Board has set the time for the Senior Citizens Center annual meeting. The meeting is open to the public and anyone interested in the activities and events of the Senior Citizens Center is encouraged to attend. The meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at the Senior Citizens Center. As a reminder the Senior Citizens Center has a membership dues of $10.00 per year per person. The dues are paid on a yearly basis, which runs from July 1 to June 30. The Board...
This league consists of teams from Geraldine, Winifred, Highwood, Stanford, Denton, Hobson and Harlowton. They offer 3 age groups Tee ball (4-6 year olds), Peewee (7-9 year olds) Little League (10-13 year olds). We fielded teams in Peewee and Little League. This was a big step as Big Sandy has played baseball independently for many years. By joining the Triangle League our players got to play in many more games including an end of season tournament. The Peewee team had 13 players and was...
As my retirement approaches quickly, I want to write a series of articles about the people in our community who are invaluable. I decided to introduce the pastors of our community first. Erik Sietsema, currently serving as the pastor of the Big Sandy Community Church of God, has been a guiding light for many in our community. Erik said, "I became a Christian. I committed to follow Jesus for the rest of my life when I was maybe 15." He wasn't sure of the age. "It's hard to remember, it's a long...
Congratulations to Ryan and Mikki Pansch who just this last week is operating Pep's with a temporary operating authority. Thy are waiting for the liquor license to come through, which should be any day. Ryan said, "Our current kitchen hours are 11 am to 10pm." Bar hours will vary. "We did adjust the menu. We changed a few things. We've removed a few items that weren't selling a whole lot, but we also added a new salad!" I ate lunch there last week and the salad was getting lots of compliments!...
After years of planning and fine-tuning for the arrival of CT services to the Big Sandy Medical Center, we will be breaking ground for the addition of a brand-new CT building to house the CT machine! Yes, it is really happening. Korb Construction will begin the initial phase of the project in the first week of July. The ~600 square foot addition will be located on the North side of the building (same side as the ER entrance). We will need to pour a cement pad, install electrical, plumbing, fire suppression, a call light system, and the rest of...
It was ten years since we all got together again. It was a full weekend. It started with the play, which you have already read about. But I thought having the pilot in the audience was fun. When he was introduced the audience sighed! It was a played enjoyed by young and old. While at the gym on Friday I was taken to look at the quilt, because there was a picture of Ruth Merrill on the quilt and someone saw it and thought it looked just like my grandchild! Friday Night at Craig Edwards Fine Arts...
Hail Damage to Plants: What to Expect and how to Manage The following article was researched and compiled by Abi Syeed, MSU Extension Horticulture Specialist. Hail can be a big concern for anyone growing plants, regardless of scale. If you have plants that have been damaged by hail over the past couple of weeks, the following information might provide some guidance regarding what to expect. Hail can be a significant issue for our plants. Hail can damage plants by tearing/shredding through leaves, wounding and stripping bark, breaking branches,...