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The 2021 Tug-of-War Champs!

The Glasgow Highlanders up-ended the Scotty
varsity wrestlers to conclude the Glasgow Wrestling
Club’s annual youth clinic this past Tuesday at the
Glasgow Wrestling Club facility and the celebration
was on, including a pizza party. We asked Brenner
Flaten if the Highlanders had ever won the tug of
war over the Scotties before: “I’m not really sure —
but we’ve never thrown 50 kids at them, either,” was
Brenner’s reply. It certainly was exciting to watch
their reactions with their victory. And expectations
are high that the Highlanders will once again be a
dominating force when they hit the AAU Tournament
trail in the not-too-distant future. Kick some you
know what, Highlanders!
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NO PANCAKE BREAKFAST: Saturday, January 1, 2022. We will resume
the first Saturday of the month February 5, 2022. Also there will not be
Bingo. SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
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FOR RENT IN ST. MAIRE 3 bedroom, 1 bath condo. $510/mo. with pets
$35/pet. Tenant pays water, electric, and gas. PLEASE CALL HELLAND
AGENCY AT 406-228-2114 OR EMAIL 2helland@nemont.net
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Got your desk
calendar
yet?
You saved your fireworks from the summer since you
couldn’t shoot them off then thanks to burn bands and the
drought, right? Well, there’s plenty of snow on the ground
now and we’ll be starting out 2022 on the cold side with
temperatures below zero across the area. Winds should
be relatively light, from the west around 5-10 mph, which
will produce wind chills between -25 and -45.
The good news, Sunday will feel like summer
Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around -27. Wind chill
values between -30 and -40. North wind 6 to 9 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny and cold, with a high near -11.
Wind chill values between -30 and -40. Northwest wind
6 to 8 mph.
New Year’s Eve: Mostly clear, with a low around -27.
Wind chill values between -30 and -35. West southwest
wind 3 to 6 mph.
New Year’s Day: Sunny and cold, with a high near -1.
South wind 3 to 6 mph.
Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around -12.
South southeast wind 6 to 8 mph becoming west after
midnight.
Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 31. West wind 9
to 13 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 5. West
wind 6 to 10 mph becoming southeast after midnight.
Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 25. East
southeast wind 6 to 9 mph.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of snow after 11pm.
Mostly cloudy, with a low around -3. East southeast wind
8 to 11 mph becoming northeast after midnight.
Tuesday: A 40 percent chance of snow. Mostly cloudy,
with a high near 11. North northwest wind around 15
mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around -18.
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for openings for several units in Public Housing, a short wait-list may
apply. The rent is based on 30% of your income. PLEASE EITHER PICK
AN APPLICATION ON OUR FRONT DOOR OR THEY MAY BE FOUND
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immediately. Wages DOE with benefit package. The Chamber Office
Manager/Assistant will work closely with the Chamber Executive Director,
Board of Directors, and office personnel. Applicants should be highly
community orientated, friendly, professional, and energetic. Join our FUN
team! CALL GLASGOW AREA OF CHAMBER & AGRICULTURE AT
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FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Primary Care Clinic Nursing
Supervisor. Full-time, 40-hours/week, Monday- Friday. Graduate of
approved nursing program and hold a current State of Montana RN
licensure and current BLS Certification. One-two years management
experience preferred. On the job training provided. Qualified applicant will
provide management for day-to-day operations of clinical staff consistent
with the overall organizational goals, polices and procedures of FMDH.
This includes overseeing clinical nursing staff schedule process, conducting
annual performance evaluations and monthly rounding meetings with
nursing staff and act as resource expert regarding clinic services. In addition
applicant will help with continued growth and development within the clinic
setting and will contribute to the preparation of department budgets and
annual goals of the Glasgow Primary Care Clinic. Full benefits package
offered includes medical insurance with an option of free employee only
health, dental and vision insurance. 401K with employer match after
6-months of employment. Vacation, PTO, and sick leave offered. FMDH
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. PLEASE CONTACT
THE HR DEPARTMENT AT (406) 228.3662 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Customer Service Representative-
Glasgow Specialty Care Clinic. Full-time; Monday – Friday 8:00am
-5:00pm (30-40 hours/ week). High School Diploma or GED. Previous
clerical, medical terminology and computer experience preferred. Qualified
applicant will be responsible for patient check in, scheduling appointments
and data entry of all patient information. Other duties will include answering
telephones, directing to appropriate personnel and assisting in other
clerical duties as assigned. FMDH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
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Action Employer. PLEASE CONTACT THE HR DEPARTMENT AT (406)
228.3662 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Maintenance Mechanic Assistant
(2 positions open). Full-time, Monday – Friday w/ rotating weekends once
trained. High School Diploma or GED. 1-year plant or hospital maintenance
experience preferred but not required. We will provide all job specific training
necessary. Maintaining the Buildings, Grounds and Systems at FMDH.
Looking for a vocation that makes a difference in our community? We offer
a great environment and good benefits while working with wonderful people.
Well consider working with our team, we are looking for the right person
to fill this open position, is it you? General maintenance of systems and
equipment responsibility that ensures the safety and operation of the entire
facility. Perform general preventive maintenance and repair of mechanical,
electrical and electromechanical equipment. Organize and precipitate
staff relocations and space preparations. FMDH is an Equal Opportunity/
Affirmative Action Employer. PLEASE CONTACT THE HR DEPARTMENT
AT (406) 228.3662 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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FMDH POSITION OPENING Inpatient Registered Nurse. Full time or Part
Time, 12-hour shifts. Must possess a Montana Registered Nurse degree
through accredited program. CPR (required), ACLS, PALS, NRP, and
TNCC as indicated by work area. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (required
within two years of hire). If you are passionate about providing care and
helping patients of all ages, while working in a team-based environment
where you will make a difference every day. FMDH wants you. Registered
Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing
the nursing process. Develops implements and revises individualized, goal
directed nursing care to patients through the use of the nursing process.
Demonstrates knowledge for present clinical practice considering the
types of patients cared for and setting in which practice occurs. Ensures
organized, accurate and efficient nursing care delivery in compliance
with hospital and nursing department policies and procedures. FMDH
offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, health
insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, sick leave
and 401K. FMDH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
PLEASE CONTACT THE HR DEPARTMENT AT (406) 228.3662 FOR
MORE INFORMATION.
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FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT. Patient Access Assistant. Full-
time, Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm; flexible after hours work potential.
High School Diploma or GED required; or one to three months related
experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and
experience. Primary responsibility is providing coverage of the patient
access areas of the facility as well as assisting Patient Access Coordinator
with conducting training, procedure development, ensuring compliance with
front end policies and optimizing the software applications and workflows.
This position would also assist the Patient Financial Services Department
as necessary. FMDH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
PLEASE CONTACT THE HR DEPARTMENT AT (406) 228.3662 FOR
MORE INFORMATION.
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FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Surgical Registered Nurse. Part
time; 3-4 days/week, varying shifts. Must possess a Registered Nurse
degree through accredited program. 1 year of general nursing experience
preferred. Current CPR required, ACLS-preferred. The registered nurse
(RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including patient
care, patient/family education and transition of care utilizing the nursing
process. Registered Nurse will be trained in the areas of Outpatient Surgery
and Post Anesthesia Care Unit (Recovery Room). FMDH is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. PLEASE CONTACT THE HR
DEPARTMENT AT (406) 228.3662 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Registered Nurse or LPN
– Glasgow Specialty Care Clinic. Monday - Friday, varying hours
between 8:00am – 5:00pm (between 32 – 40 hours per week.) 2-3
days/month traveling outreach clinic. Graduate of approved nursing
program and hold a current State of Montana RN or LPN licensure. CPR
Certification preferred or required within 6-month of hire. On the job
training provided for the right candidate. Qualified applicant will provide
assistance to Physicians as directed with examinations and procedures.
Duties include evaluates, plans, and implements interventions for
solving patient care problems. Provides and oversees direct patient
care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians’
orders. Prepare patients for examinations/procedures by completing
appropriate paperwork and room setup. Full benefits package offered
this includes; medical insurance with an option of free employee only
plan, dental and vision insurance. 401K with match after 6- months.
Vacation and sick leave. FMDH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer. PLEASE CONTACT THE HR DEPARTMENT AT
(406) 228.3662 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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FMDH POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Medical Assistant- Glasgow
Specialty Care Clinic. Full Time; Monday – Friday 8:00am -5:00pm.
2-3 days/month traveling outreach clinic. Medical Assistant Certification
preferred but not required. Previous medical experience and terminology
preferred but not required. CPR Certification preferred or required within
6-month of hire. On the job training provided for the right candidate.
This position administers professional healthcare services to patients.
Contribution in management of patient care and carrying out routine
patient care measures. Duties include but not limited to, obtaining
patient vital signs and medical history. Provide patients with explanation
of procedures, prepare patient for exams/procedures, and assist with
medical procedures. Enter patient information and documentation
collected into electronic medical record system. FMDH is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. PLEASE CONTACT THE
HR DEPARTMENT AT (406) 228.3662 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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PERC Analyzes the Land Use Debates in the Show Yellowstone
by Aaron Flint, Montana Talks
Is it over the top? Yes. Does it accurately
depict the ranching lifestyle in Montana? No. But
the characters and the imagery in the show are
captivating. And, there are some underlying themes
in the hit TV show Yellowstone that are definitely
spot on.
PERC, a Bozeman-based think tank, actually
compiled a 56-page report analyzing some of the
real-world Western issues that are raised in the show
Yellowstone. PERC is a free market environmentalist
think tank which stands for the Property and
Environment Research Center. Credit PERC Reports Magazine
I spoke with CEO Brian Yablonski about the county road, about 12 miles up in this basin. And
show and some of the themes. One of my favorite at particular times of year, generally in August and
phrases that PERC has zeroed in on over the years is September, grizzly bears come out of the national
the concept of “the bootleggers and the Baptists”- a forests and national park nearby to actually dig
concept that, of course, weaves its way into the show. for something called caraway root that is found in
Brian Yablonski: “You have a developer named some of the fields in the ranches up there. And to the
Dan Jenkins, who has moved in from California...it’s grizzly bears that caraway root is like crack cocaine,
supposed to take place in Paradise Valley, this show they love it - it’s almost like guaranteed grizzly bear
Yellowstone, and he wants to do a golf development sightings. And I live part time in Paradise Valley,
there and he’s trying to thwart John Dutton, his and when I first moved into the valley there, you
neighboring rancher, and so he actually gets together could go up, it was mostly locals. It’d be a handful
with the environmental organization and they’re of cars pulled up along the road there watching
going to file some lawsuits against against John the Grizzlies. You go up there now, on a summer,
Dutton for endangered species violations because fall evening, and you’ll have 30 to 50 cars lined up
they’re trying to get John Dutton’s water and they’re like the big tailgating exercise happening up there
trying to get John Dutton’s land.” watching these grizzly bears.”
Without naming the basin, he also described For the full PERC report and to listen to the
one other scene from the show where John Dutton full audio clip with CEO Brian ablonski, go to
confronts a tour bus full of Asian tourists who montanatalks.com.
trespass on his land to view a grizzly bear.
Brian Yablonski: “There’s actually a basin
Now Seeing Patients in Glasgow
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private ranches, and that’s why I’d rather not &
rather not name it, but you go up this dirt road, old

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Additional K9 Grants Awarded to Fight Drug Trafficking
Valley County to receive $10,400
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen
today announced the final round of grant awards
that will help local law enforcement agencies obtain
and train new canine units to crack down on illegal
drugs being trafficked into Montana. Following the
18 initial $10,000 grants approved by the selection
committee in October, five new agencies will receive
funding and 14 will receive additional funding.
Twenty-three agencies have now been approved
to receive a total of $300,000 in grant funding through
this program. All of the funds appropriated by the
legislature for this purpose have now been dispersed.
“Montana is being flooded with dangerous drugs
like fentanyl and methamphetamine that come across
the southern border. After their training is completed,
these K9s will be an asset in helping law enforcement
keep our communities safe by keeping drugs off the
streets,” Attorney General Knudsen said.
Announced in August, the grant program
reflects Attorney General Knudsen’s commitment to
getting resources out of Helena and into the hands of
local first responders and law enforcement.
The following new applications for grants have
been approved:
• Fort Peck Tribal Police Department – $13,000
• Gallatin County Sheriff ’s Office – $14,000
• Montana Highway Patrol – $20,000 (two canines)
• Roosevelt County Sheriff ’s Office – $13,000
• Valley County Sheriff ’s Office – $10,460
The following agencies will receive additional
funding to support costs of the K9 and training not
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• Billings Police Department – $5,000
• Bozeman Police Department – $3,132
• Carbon County Sheriff ’s Office – $4,900
• Cascade County Sheriff ’s Office – $3,303
• Columbus Police Department – $3,500
• Dawson County Sheriff ’s Office – $3,589
• Hill County Sheriff ’s Office – $760
• Lake County Sheriff ’s Office – $4,648
• Meagher County Sheriff ’s Office – $3,313
• Missoula County Sheriff ’s Office – $4,000
• Missoula Police Department – $10,000
• Musselshell County Sheriff ’s Office – $3,000
• Rosebud County Sheriff ’s Office – $3,500
• Sidney Police Department – $5,000
During the 2021 Legislative Session, Knudsen
secured funds in House Bill 701 for the Montana
Department of Justice to administer a grant program
helping law enforcement agencies purchase and
train new drug detecting canines to replace those
that were trained to detect marijuana after voters
last year passed an initiative legalizing the drug.
Representative Mike Hopkins carried the legislation
implementing the initiative, while Representative
Barry Usher sponsored the amendment containing
the funds.
Methamphetamine and other drugs trafficked
into Montana contributed to a 91 percent increase
in violent crime from 2013 to 2020, Montana Board
of Crime Control statistics show. Attorney General
Knudsen is committed to reversing this trend and
putting the Department of Justice’s focus back on
public safety.
While on the subject of dogs fighting crime, there’s McGruff
McGruff the Crime Dog is an animated
bloodhound created by Dancer Fitzgerald
Sample advertising executive Jack Keil (who
also voiced the character) through the Ad
Council and later the National Crime
Prevention Council to increase crime
awareness and personal safety in the
United States. McGruff costumes are
used by police outreach efforts, often
with children.
McGruff was created by Dancer
Fitzgerald Sample in 1979 and
debuted in 1980 with a series of
public service announcements
educating citizens on personal
security measures, such as locking
doors and putting lights on timers, in
order to reduce crime. His name was selected as part of
a nationwide contest in July 1980.
From 1982 to 2012, a number of municipalities
participated in the McGruff house program which
offered temporary haven to children fearing immediate
harm. McGruff has continued to be well recognized,
with nine out of ten people recognizing him in a 2021
survey. This is thanks partly to recent campaigns against
cyber-bullying, stopping online fakes, and elder-crime.
McGruff debuted in 1980 with television,
newspaper, billboard, and radio advertisements.
McGruff proved to be a successful campaign with over
$100 million in free air time donated in the first year
reaching over 50% of adults.
The first television advertisement, “Stop a
Crime”, debuted in February 1980. The full 60-second
advertisement features McGruff entering an unlocked
house and telling the viewer, “All crime needs is a chance.
Don’t give it a chance” before giving tips on preventive
measures. These measures included locking doors,
turning on exterior lights, securing windows, asking
neighbors to watch the house during long absences, and
putting lights on timers.
The advertisement was followed by two more which
focused on community crime prevention tactics (and
if you remember these ads, we are no spring chickens
any more): “The Gilstraps” and “Mimi Marth”. In “The
Gilstraps” McGruff is backgrounded by men loading
furniture into a moving truck. McGruff points out that
these are actually thieves stealing from the home of
the titular Gilstraps. The camera cuts to the Gilstraps’
neighbors who, knowing the Gilstraps are out of
town, call the police.
In order to show the effectiveness
of community watch, McGruff creator
Sherry Nemmers selected actual
Hartford resident Mimi Marth for
the advertisement which now bears
her name. “Mimi Marth” shows Marth
and another watch member, Albert Bell,
responding to crimes in progress by
reporting them to police on their radios.
McGruff tells the viewer that “There’s
126 of them, regular people like you
and me, working against crime.”
The Ad Council and the National
Crime Prevention Council still use
McGruff in national campaigns to
raise awareness about crime and crime prevention
strategies, and the crime dog isn’t going away any time
soon. Current plans are to introduce McGruff to a new
generation and to have him become a watchdog to
combat new criminal threats in both communities and
online.
“A greater investment in community interventions
will help take a bite out of violent crime,” said Paul
DelPonte, current head of the National Crime Prevention
Council. “Strategies that increase public engagement in
public safety are proven crime stoppers.”
Having some fun with McGruff:
• Major League Baseball player Fred McGriff was given the
name “Crime Dog” in reference to McGruff.
• “The Springfield Connection”, a sixth-season episode of
The Simpsons, features a hand puppet named McGriff
briefly used by Marge.
• The Dexter’s Laboratory episode “G.I.R.L. Squad” features
a parody of McGruff named McBark the Crime Hound,
depicted as a disinterested man wearing a dog mascot suit.
• In “Christmas Crime”,
a twentieth-season
episode of Family
Guy, Brian states he
was briefly McGruff ’s
sidekick “Sergeant
Bark”; a cutaway gag
has him appearing in
an edited remastered
version of the 1984
“Don’t Talk to
Strangers” PSA.
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for his new book...

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