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Just in time for Easter, Jason Myers whipped up a beautiful

batch of his sugar eggs, and they are currently on display
at the Valley County Pioneer Museum. They are culinary
works of art! Be sure to stop by the display case located
in the museum lobby TONIGHT as the Pioneer Museum
hosts some area history by long-time local residents
sharing their stories beginning at 6:00. You can also
see the eggs during the museum’s current operating hours
which are 10:00-4:00 Wednesdays through Fridays.
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Pancake Breakfast
SENIOR CITIZENS

STORAGE UNITS FOR RENT IN ST. MARIE: 4’x6’ $24; 10’x12’ $65;
12’x25’ $95. CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION 406-270-2522
SATURDAY, APRIL 1 BUZZ
FOR RENT 3 bedroom, 1 bath condo in St. Marie. Single car garage, washer
& the First Saturday of each Month
& dryer. Tenant pays gas, electric & water. $600/mo. CALL HELLAND
7:00 - 10:00 AM AGENCY 406-228-2114. hellandagencyinc.com
AT THE GLASGOW SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER BUZZ
POSITION VACANCY NOTICE Glasgow Mosquito District has 1 full
time seasonal position open for the 2023 spray season. **Starting wage:
$7 $16.00** A Laborer is needed for mosquito control. Applicants must be
for Regular Breakfast 18 years or older and have a valid driver’s license. Looking for applicants
that are willing to work outdoors and are able to lift up to 65lbs. Position
$10 will start late May early June and wrap up by the end of August or early
September. Work shift will be the evening mosquito fogging and control.
for Large Hearty Breakfast
Generic Applications available online at the Montana Job Service website
OPEN TO ALL under employment applications or by stopping the Valley County Extension
Office. APPLICATIONS CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT THE EXTENSION

Accumulating
OFFICE WITHIN THE VALLEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE.
BUZZ
snow to the
VALLEY COUNTY REFUSE DISTRICT #1 has an opening for an Operator.
Performs a variety of routine and complex semi-skilled tasks in sanitary
south of us landfill operations. Must have High school diploma or GED. Valid Montana
driver’s license. Applications need to be turned in at the landfill by April 7th
at 4:00 PM and the application can be found on the Valley County website
or you can pick on up at the landfill. ANY OTHER QUESTIONS CALL
Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 32. East northeast
406-228-4730 Valley County is an equal opportunity employer
wind 10 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of BUZZ
precipitation is 20%. SUNNYSIDE GOLF COURSE is seeking a Head Bartender. Duties include
Tonight: A slight chance of snow between 7pm and 1am. but not limited to scheduling of bartenders and clubhouse staff, Ordering of
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 13. Northeast wind 7 to 13 All Beverages, Beer and Liquor, Ordering of regularly stocked food items,
mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation answering phone calls and booking tee times, Schedule and Organize all
is 20%. Parties and Weddings and Keeping the Clubhouse and surroundings neat,
clean and stocked as needed. This is a full time seasonal position wage
Friday: Partly sunny, with a high near 31. East northeast wind dependent on experience. We will also be hiring part time bartenders for the
6 to 10 mph becoming south southeast in the afternoon. season. PLEASE CONTACT DAN DAUBNER FOR MORE INFORMATION
Friday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 17. Southeast AND AN APPLICATION 406-230-2539
wind 7 to 10 mph.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. South southwest
BOARD OF VALLEY COUNTY
wind 7 to 11 mph.
Saturday Night: A 30 percent chance of rain before midnight.
COMMISSIONERS MEETING
Friday March 31, 2023, at 3:30 pm.
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. Breezy, with a south
southeast wind 8 to 13 mph becoming west 17 to 22 mph Personnel Issue, Road Department Supervisor
after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 32 mph.
Sunday: A 20 percent chance of snow. Mostly sunny, with a
high near 37. Breezy, with a west wind 21 to 24 mph, with
gusts as high as 37 mph.
Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 16. West
northwest wind 9 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Monday: A 20 percent chance of snow. Partly sunny, with a
high near 30. North wind 9 to 11 mph.
Monday Night: A 20 percent chance of snow after midnight.
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 13. East northeast wind 11
to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tuesday: A 20 percent chance of snow. Partly sunny, with
a high near 26. Northeast wind 11 to 13 mph, with gusts as
high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 9.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 28.
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THE WOOD RESTAURANT has an opening for a Server. Ensure that
all guests are served to the hotel’s standard in the restaurant areas and
room service. Display highest standards of hospitality at all times. Take
orders for, prepare (where applicable) and serve food and beverages
to guests as per the hotels standards in a friendly, timely and efficient
manner. Wage $12.00 per hour. PLEASE STOP BY AND PICK UP AN
APPLICATION.
BUZZ
POSITION OPENING Opening for a Full Time Motor Vehicle Clerk
at the Valley County Treasurer’s office. Position requires computer
skills, ability to perform clerical duties in processing of documents and
receipts, and ability to work with the public and co-workers. Pay starts
at $15.00 hr or higher DOE. Full Benefit Package. FOR A COMPLETE
JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE
VALLEY COUNTY TREASURER’S OFFICE AT 501 COURT SQUARE
#3, GLASGOW, MT 59230 OR CALL 406-228-6230. Position is open
until filled.
BUZZ
HELP WANTED Plumbing & Heating fields. Labor, possible opportunity
for apprenticeship. Experience preferred but not mandatory. Valid driver’s
license, must be able to lift heavy objects, and maneuver in tight spaces.
CALL LEE RIDDICK FOR MORE INFO 406-228-4753
BUZZ
D&G SPORTS & WESTERN: 3 positions available. Sales Clerk in clothing
department full or part time. Clothing Manager in clothing department.
Sporting Goods Sales Clerk. APPLY AT D&G SPORTS & WESTERN.
ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL (406) 228-9363
BUZZ
COTTONWOOD INN & SUITES has an open position for Housekeeper/
Laundry. Respond promptly to requests from guests and other
departments. Identify and report preventative or other maintenance issues
in public areas or guest rooms. Perform any combination of the following
tasks to maintain guestrooms, working areas, and the hotel premises in
general in a clean and orderly manner. Must be able to work weekends.
Starting wage is $15.00 DOE. PLEASE PICK UP APPLICATIONS AT
THE FRONT DESK.
BUZZ
GLASGOW SCHOOLS: Maintenance Coordinator: Competitive wage
(DOE). Irle School Secretary ($16.58-$18.91 DOE). GHS Prep Cook
(Baker) ($14.41-$16.42 DOE). Route Bus Driver- $22.34 - $23.29/hr.
(DOE). GHS Paraprofessional Aide ($13.34-15.21 DOE). Substitutes
needed in all areas. For more information and to apply go to: www.
glasgow.k12.mt.us and click on employment tab. FOR QUESTIONS
CALL 406-228-2406. (EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER)
BUZZ
THE WOOD RESTAURANT is seeking a full-time cook. Shifts may vary.
Duties include cooking customer’s meals to order, prep work (may include
some baking), stocking and cleaning the kitchen. Applicants must be able
to stand, bend and walk for much of the shift. Must be able to lift up to
50 lbs. Experience preferred, but will train the right candidate. Benefits
include vacation/sick leave, dental/visual reimbursement, group health
insurance, retirement, employee discounts. Wage starts at $14.00 or
higher DOE. APPLY AT THE WOOD RESTAURANT
BUZZ
POSITION AVAILABLE Remote Blade Operator Position for Hinsdale
Area. The Valley County Road Department is looking to hire temporary/
seasonal blade operator for the Hinsdale area. Information and details
can be obtained stopping by or calling the VALLEY COUNTY ROAD
DEPARTMENT AT 406-228-4233 ask for Todd Young Valley County
Road superintendent or Curt Storlie Asst road foreman.
BUZZ
FORT PECK COMMUNITY FCU: Currently accepting applications for
a Membership Representative. Duties include performing transactions
for the membership, setting up new accounts, and some back-office
duties. Position may require some travel between the Fort Peck office
and the Branch office in Glasgow. Wage DOE. APPLICATIONS CAN
BE PICKED UP OR DROPPED OFF AT FORT PECK OR GLASGOW,
OR MAILED TO FORT PECK CREDIT UNION, P.O. BOX 214, FORT
PECK, MT 59223.
BUZZ
VALLEY VIEW HOME is looking for a new Full Time Housekeeper! If
you are interested in this position and looking for financial stability and
employment with staff that truly work like a team PLEASE COME BY
VALLEY VIEW HOME AND PICK UP AN APPLICATION
BUZZ
MILK RIVER INC. WORK SUMMARY: Responsible to the Executive
Director for clerical work needed in all areas of Milk River, Inc. This
includes, but is not limited to, filing all information in the individual’s main
files, typing letters, forms and reports, making copies for group homes, etc.
Answer and direct phone calls to appropriate staff and individuals. Greet
customers and assist them with laundry, ironing, can, etc. Empty money
from pop machines and prepare for deposit. Balance petty cash boxes.
Prepare deposits. Attend monthly staff meetings and weekly management
administration meetings. Work with Administrative Assistant in preparing
policies and chair the Safety Committee. Position is PT, but will work into
FT. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: At least a high school
diploma or equivalent. Must have the ability to perform secretarial duties,
be competent in the use of office equipment (i.e. copier, computer, printer,
typewriter, and calculator) and have the ability to work with the public, as
well as DD individuals. Must be self-motivated and organized.
BUZZ
THOMPSON & SONS Looking to hire a Mechanic. Pay is competitive,
wages DOE. PICK UP APPLICATION AT THE SHOP OR CALL 406-
228-4801
BUZZ
MILK RIVER INC. is looking for a Night Shift Direct Support Specialist.
CALL 406-228-8412 FOR MORE INFO
BUZZ
VALLEY VIEW HOME is looking for CNAs for day shift. High paid wage
for CNAs with long term care experience. We can train and certify anyone
who wants to become a CNA as well. Starting wage for trainees is $15.00
hourly. PLEASE SWING BY VALLEY VIEW HOME ADMIN OFFICE FOR
AN APPLICATION AND JOIN OUR TEAM!
BUZZ
VALLEY VIEW HOME is looking for a new full time Activities Aide to work
with our residents on daily activities and outings. As an Aide you will be
joining a unique and awesome department that works like a family while
working with you on building your schedule. PLEASE VISIT VALLEY VIEW
HOME FOR AN APPLICATION
Valley County Fair Commission is looking to hire the
following positions for the 2023 fair season:
Maintenance/Groundskeeper:
Start date June 1 but could be sooner.
Pay starts at $12.50 hr
Office staff (2 positions available):
Start day June 1, 2023. Position requires computer skills, ability
to perform clerical duties, working with the public is a must.
Pay starts at $12.50 hr
Applications can be found at valleycountymt.net under the
Applications & Forms tab and will need to be returned to
Bonnie in the Clerk & Recorder’s Office.
 ~ Thank You ~
I would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Mai K Xiong,
Dr. Nikaytasha Aggarwal, the RN’s, CNA’s and all the staff at
FMDH for their excellent care given to me during my stay in
the hospital.
Thanks to Patty Fogel, my care manager. I really appreciate
your help.
I am grateful for the loving support and prayers from family
and friends.
Kind Thanks,
Betty Cote
Scotties take 2nd in track meet
By Mike Brandt
Did that headline catch your attention? It probably
should have since the Glasgow Invitational Track &
Field Meet to open the 2023 season was canceled.
The track contest I’m talking about was in 1945.
Glasgow took second at its second annual invitational
held Saturday, May 19. The Scotties, led by Joe Luckman,
scored 38 points to finish second behind Sidney, which
had 48 points. Poplar was third with 22, Nashua had
132, Medicine Lake 9, and Scobey 6.
Joe Luckman led the Scotties points, winning the
100-yard dash in a time of 11.2 seconds, 220-yard dash
in a time of 24.8 seconds and third in the pole vault.
Casper Czvzeski won the mile run with a time of
5-minutes, 12.5-seconds, and was fourth in the 880-
yard dash. Ole Hammerness won the javelin with a
throw of 152-feet, 8-inches for a new meet record. Bill
Sternhagen was second in the high hurdles, Phay third
in the discus, Garth Maag fourth in high jump, Jack
Cushing fourth in the 440-yard dash.
Glasgow’s 880-yard relay had a meet record time
of 1-minute, 54-seconds. Running on the winning team
were Koon, Maag, Cushing, and Sternhagen.
Nashua’s Erickson won the discus with a throw of
110-feet, 7.75-inches. Viste won the shot put with a toss
of 36-feet, 5.75-inches. Viste was also fourth in the 100
and second in 440.
With spring in the air it is also time for area high
schools to hold their juniors-senior prom.
Hinsdale’s theme for its prom was “The Top Hat
Night Club.” The prom was held Friday, May 4 at the
auditorium and was decorated with yellow and purple
streamers contrasted with pink flowers and black hats.
Refreshments were served by Agneas Jones, Katie
Gaasch, and Darlene Nelson. A flower show number
was a tap dance to the tune of “Don’t Fence Me In: by
Francine Van De Wiele, Ethel Seely, and Lloyal Ann
Pearson.
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Music for the prom was furnished by Bob Rundle’s
orchestra of Glasgow. Orval Hillman and Charlotte
Waber led the grand march.
The reception committee included Dale Morehiused,
Robert Drabbs, Lois Rundle, and Loreene Tanner,
assisted by Mers. H. E. Boissens, junior class sponsor.
Friedl’s won the Ladies Bowling League with a record
of 28-14. International followed with a 27-15 record,
Christinsaon’s were 24-18, Dunn’s News 18-24, Wolves
16-26 and Northern 13-29.
Friedl’s also won the tournament title with 2,654. Oliver
and Hopstad of the Wolves won the doubles with a 1,043.
Krels of /christinson’s had a 557 to win the singles.
Joe Wallem of DSunn’s Alleys in Glasgow received
a check for $500 for second place in the third annual
Diamond Classic at Stransky’s Recreation in St. Paul,
Minn.
There were 590 entries from the northwest and midwest
but Wallem was the only Montana man in the money.
His eight-gxame total Was 1,697.
Nashua held its awards with football letters going to Bill
Loff, Donald Priest, Robert Heikens, Eugene Curtis,
Joyce Cherney, Carlyle Brenna, Arlie Maurseth, Ernest
Clack. Charley Clark, Kenneth Viste, Dean Seiler, Bill
Thompson, Clifford Peterson, captains Reinhold Schmitt
and Doug Erickson, and manager Bob Fichtenau.
Basketball awards went to Bill and Walter Watters,
Maursetrh, Cherney, Ralph Hauger, Viste, Erickson, Co-
captians Seiler and Thompson, and manager Fichtenau.
Erickson and Viste also received track awards.
CITY OF GLASGOW COUNCIL AGENDA APRIL 3, 2023
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING at the CIVIC CENTER – COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1) 5:00 P.M. – CALL SWIM POOL COMMITTEE AGREEMENT FOR JUNE REPORTS –
MEETING TO ORDER TO PUT THE UPDATED 1, 2023 TO MAY 31, 2024 PERSONNEL, WATER,
MAYOR KARST POOL CONSTRUCTION CEMETERY, GRANT, AND
PRESIDING PLANS OUT TO BID 10) UNFINISHED ORDINANCE
BUSINESS:
2) PLEDGE OF 9) *APPROVAL -LEVEE SAFETY 13) DEPARTMENT HEAD
ALLEGIANCE TO CALL FOR BIDS COMMITTEE REPORT REPORTS
FOR THE CITY
3) PUBLIC COMMENT OF GLASGOW’S 11) MAYOR’S REPORT 14) PUBLIC COMMENT
ON ANY AGENDA ITEM REPURCHASE
12) COMMITTEE 15) ADJOURN
4) *CONSENT AGENDA
– (Note: All matters listed
within the Consent Agenda
have been distributed to
each member of the City
of Glasgow City Council)

A) REGULAR
COUNCIL AGENDA
B) PAYMENT OF
CLAIMS FOR APRIL 3, WHAT IS “TAKE DOWN TOBACCO”?
2023 IN THE AMOUNT OF March 31, 2023, the Take Down Tobacco National Day of Action will:
$120,231.03  Empower the community to stand up and speak out against the tobacco
C) PAYMENT industry.
OF VALLEY COURT  Raise awareness of the problem of tobacco use in the community.
APARTMENT CLAIMS  Encourage youth to reject the tobacco industry’s deceptive marketing and
FOR APRIL 3, 2023 stay tobacco-free.
IN THE AMOUNT OF  Urge elected officials to take action to protect kids from tobacco.
$1,373.00
D) MINUTES OF Good news:
THE MARCH 20, 2023 *Youth smoking rates are on a downward trend and at an all-time low.
REGULAR COUNCIL *The U.S. has made remarkable progress toward achieving the first tobacco-free
MEETING generation.
*This year marks the 27th occurrence of this national day — originally Kick Butts
5) PUBLIC INPUT Day which began in 1996.
ON TRANSPORTATION Bad News:
ALTERNATIVES *Skyrocketing youth e-cigarettes rates are reversing the progress we’ve made
PROGRAM APPLICATION toward achieving the first tobacco-free generation.
FOR THE IRLE SCHOOL *The tobacco industry peddles a wide range of addictive and dangerous products
WALKING TRAIL that put kids at risk across the globe.

6) *PREAPPROVAL Show tobacco companies that you

TO HIRE SUMMER --support protecting kids from tobacco.
LABORERS --want to achieve the first tobacco-free generation.
7) *APPROVAL March 31, 2023 -- TAKE DOWN TOBACCO
FOR THE CITY TO
PARTICIPATE IN
THE SHORT-TERM
INVESTMENT PROGRAM
(STIP) THROUGH
MONTANA BOARD OF
INVESTMENTS

8) *APPROVAL FOR
 Feeling overwhelmed? CINDY TAYLOR
Moving to Prairie Ridge, The
Manor, or Valley View?
LET US HELP.
BENEFIT AUCTION
Helping Senior Adults with their move Saturday, April 1
RATES: at the Glasgow Elks Lodge
$100/hr: Room to room in the same location
$200/hr: Moving from home to Prairie Ridge,
Free Will Hot Dog & Chili Bar @ 5 PM
The Manor or Valley View
$250/hr: Moving from home to a different house
Live & Silent Auction @ 6:30 PM
Call Shawn Beard • 230-1025 Call 406-230-2259 for more info.

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From the desk of Sheriff Boyer
During the afternoon of March 29, 2023, at
approximately 2:35pm, an incident occurred at Frances
Mahon Deaconess Hospital involving a Valley County
detention officer, sheriff deputies, a hospital employee,
and an inmate from the detention center.
The incident was a hostage situation and was
resolved by a deputy discharging his duty weapon to
protect the life of the innocent. The public is not at risk.
This case is under active investigation. No one from the
public, law enforcement or hospital staff were wounded
during the incident.
The Montana Division of Criminal Investigation
is investigating the circumstances of the shooting at
my request. The inmate was flown to Billings to receive
advanced trauma care. To ensure transparency, I
requested Sheriff Jerry Lytle, from Phillips County, to
complete the administrative review of this incident.
All names are being withheld during the investigative
process. Further information will be released as it
becomes available.
I want to thank all of those involved tasked with
the duty of keeping us safe. I am especially grateful
for the assistance from the staff at Frances Mahon
Deaconess Hospital for the prompt response and life
saving measure provided. Additionally thank you to
the Glasgow Police Department for their support and
assistance, the volunteers with our Fire Department,
Bureau of Land Management Law Enforcement, Phillips
County Sheriff ’s Office, EMS and Stat Air, and Valley
County Sheriff ’s Office staff.
~ Respectfully, Sheriff Tom Boyer
BECOME A Reserve Deputy
The Valley County Sheriff’s Office is now taking
applications for volunteers as a Reserve Deputy.
Are you interested in learning more about law enforcement
and serving the community of Valley County as a volunteer
law enforcement officer?
Contact Sheriff Boyer by
email tboyer@valleycountymt.gov
or by phone 406.228.6277
to learn how you can be an integral part of the team
of law enforcement in Valley County.
Fresno Reservoir informational
public meeting being held in Havre
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host the
annual open house and present information on Fresno
Reservoir and the Fresno fishery in Havre on April 5th,
starting at 6 p.m., at the Best Western Plus Inn and
Suites “on the hill” at 1425 Highway 2 NW in Havre.
Havre-area FWP fisheries biologist Cody Nagel
will provide an update of the status of the Fresno fishery,
including a review of the 2022 netting results and habitat
enhancement projects as well as fish stocking plans for
2023 and a check-in on the recently developed 10-year
fisheries management plan.
In addition, the Bureau of Reclamation will present
the Safety of Dams project update, Fresno tailwater
closure dates, and 2023 water forecasts.
Fresno Reservoir ranks as the 5th most popular
fishing destination in Northeast Montana and records
more than 12,350 angler days annually. Fresno also
generates approximately $1 million in angling related
revenue annually.
To request special accommodations for this
meeting, or for any questions, please contact the FWP
Havre field office at 406-265-6177, or the FWP Region
6 headquarters in Glasgow at 406-228-3700.
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Head & Shoulders
Above the Rest

Heading back home

We’ve had quite a few white-tailed deer taking up residence in Glasgow — we’re
No Appointment
Necessary thinking these four were roaming the streets and alleys of the South Side — and
Madison Bunk got this photo walking on the road on 6th Avenue loop in the soon-
to-be-setting sun. It seems they finally decided it’s time to get back home, and they
515 2nd Avenue South
228-4558 were taking their sweet time in doing so. Can’t blame them for that, after such a
long, harsh winter.

Have You Heard About Snow Rodeo in Montana?

by Aaron Flint, Montana Talks
If you’ve spent anytime in
Montana, you know about the rodeo.
You know about team ropin’, you
know about bull riding, you know
about barrel racing. You know rodeo.
But have you ever heard of snow
rodeo? And no, we’re not talking
about skijoring.
I have GOT to see this event
when it takes place in September. So
on Tuesday morning, I was hosting
our statewide radio show LIVE
from the Montana Association of
County Road Supervisors (MACR)
Convention in Great Falls.
Andy Dean is the bridge foreman
for the road crews in Yellowstone
County and is the president of MACRS.
He was telling me about snow rodeo,
which is a big competition that takes
place every year here amongst the
road crews across the state. These are
the guys that maintain and plow the
thousands and thousands of county
miles all across the state.
Later in the morning, I asked
Todd Young out of Valley County
about how the road crews have their
own rodeo.
So what is snow rodeo? And
where do they host it?
Todd Young: “It used to just be
either in Great Falls, and they’ve been
doing it in Helena, and this last year
we split it up and I had one in Sidney
in Richland County.”
So for snow rodeo they have all
the heavy equipment there, they got
an obstacle course, and they have
timed event competitions for the
crews to compete over.
Todd Young: “And it’s nice to
see people come out and compete.
And it shows our skills. I mean, when
you actually watch all these different
operators come in and do it- and they
don’t get enough credit — and they
come out and they’re taking a backhoe
with a spoon on it and picking up a
tennis ball and going and setting it on
another object and how people can
move that equipment and be so gentle
with it — on a machine that moves so
much Earth is impressive to watch.”
Check out the full audio
conversations at the MACR
Convention in Great Falls at
montanatalks.com.