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Serious Seed Show enthusiasts have their “show book” in hand and are reviewing the department guides for the various contests and scheduled events to look forward to mid-March. “Montana's Longest Running Seed Show” was first organized in 1949, the same year as the Harlem FFA or Snake Butte FFA organization, and the Seed Show continues to remain the only one still going on in the state. What was once an event centered around showing seed potatoes and other area crops, contraptions, innovations, and show-quality baked goods continues this year thanks to countless hours of volunteer time. One of the original seed show committee members who still lives in Harlem is Elsie (Gebert) Bertelsen. As a junior in high school, she was part of a 13-person committee to plan and organize the very first show that remains an annually anticipated event following the Fort Belknap Mid-Winter Fair leading us out of the cold and into the warmer months ahead. Elsie shared with Tricia's Trader how she had been awarded a trip to Chicago from the area 4-H Chapter of Harlem, also known as the Snake Butte 4-H Club. As a top-four state winner, she won the trip to the 4-H National Convention. When she returned she was asked to organize the first seed show. The County Extension Agent at that time, Herbert DeVries, approached Elsie to appoint her to the planning committee. "When we first started, it was potatoes and grains... for seeds," Elsie recalls. "And because I was representing the women, I was also on the first Continued on page 7...
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THINGS TO KNOW: March 10 -13:
Young Child Check-ups from Birth up to 5 years in age are scheduled for March 10th to 13th from 8:30-4p.m. @ Van Orsdal Methodist Church, 410 5th Avenue in Havre. Please call 406-395-8550 to register. Health Screenings, Immunizations, and School Registration will be available. Infants & Toddlers: Tues. Mar. 10; Ages 3- 5 years: Wed., Thu., & Fri.
March 19:
Beekeeping Workshop: An educational workshop for both the novice and seasoned beekeeper alike! Registration through the MSU Extension Valley County Office requested: 228-6241 or smills@montana.edu . There is a $20 fee for lunch.
March 20:
The Phillips County Extension Office will host "Ag Day" at the Malta City Hall. While there is no admission to attend, there will be a "free-will offering" lunch sponsored by the Malta Volunteer Fire Department at the Fire Hall from 11 o'clock until the food runs out. Call Mark for more information at 654-2543.
March 21: There will be a first-time homebuyers class at Fort Belknap starting promptly at 9 a.m. Reach out to Alma Garcia for more information 265-6743 ex. 1125 or send her an e-mail at garciaa@hrdc.org. March 28: Havre is hosting the 2020 Hi-Line Brewfest. There will be music, food, good times, and yes, there will be plenty of some of the best craft beer anywhere. Bear Paw Ski Bowl just half hour south of Havre. $15 to taste brews, wine, and cider. Includes a commemorative 8 oz tasking glass to the first 1000 attendees and 2 drink tickets. Live music and great food available!
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CONTENTS: ARTICLES: 71st Montana Seed Show Set for March 12-14.......................................................1 Liberty County is Looking Forward with "20/20 Vision"..........................................3 Ice Shelters Must be Removed by March 1, Unless Occupied.....................................9 Media Release: Locals Participate in COVID-19 Preparedness Activities........10 "Move It at the Library!" is Moving and Groving Bodies for Healthy Hearts........11
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Havre area Hunter Education Classes are a three-part series that leads to Montana Certification. Call Rick Harmon to register or for more information at 390-0556. There are two more spring sessions in April and May. Call today to reserve your spot and get ready for a great and safe year of hunting! Quarterly meetings held 3rd Wed. of Jan., Apr., Jul., & Oct at 10am: VOLUNTEERS INVITED! BLAINE COUNTY LOCAL AREA COMMITTEE FOR MENTAL HEALTH meets in Youth Court Services in the basement of the courthouse. All interested parties are welcome to attend! Call 406-357-2369 for details. 3rd Thurs. Quarterly, Sept. 21, Dec. 21, Mar. 15 and June 21: BLAINE COUNTY DUI TASK FORCE meets in Bl. Co. Triple E Room at noon. This meeting is open to the public and welcomes the community. For questions call Deputy Chris Adair at 357-3260. First and Third Mon. of the Month.: HAVRE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLMeadowlark Estates, 4113 9th St. W., Havre, Sundays, 5:00-7:00pm. More info call Barbara Fell, 390-3708. Open to all denominations.
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Liberty County is Looking Forward with “20/20 Vision”
Help Wanted: Malta Swim Team coaching position available for 2020 summer swim season – We are looking for a head coach. Applications available by contacting Dara Wilke 390-2221. Completed applications must be postmarked by 1 March 2020. 2-II
For Sale: Bergara .300 Win Mag. 25" barrel, muzzle break, scope plus ammo, $697.99. Ruger .41 mag. Blackhawk new model, single action, new in box, $637.99. Ruger .44 mag Blackhawk new model, single action, $692.99. CZ Scorpin 9mm pistol, 8" barrel, new in box, $1057.99. Call 406-403-1804. 2-I:3-II
Help Wanted: Aaniiih Nakoda College is seeking applicants for the following positions: Nurse Education Director, Nursing Instructor, Hydrology Instructor, & Environmental Science Instructor. Job descriptions & application procedures available at http://www.ancollege.edu 2-II
Help Wanted: Fort Belknap Tribal Housing Authority is looking to fill 2 permanent/full-time positions: Occupancy Technician & Administrative Assistant. Position announcements close Feb. 10 @ 5 p.m. Any questions? Call Harlan Mount @353-2601 ex25. 2-II
Come one, come all – from nearby and real far – to the Liberty County Spring Fling event (Formerly the Hangar Dance) on Saturday, March 14th starting at 5 pm with a social hour that concludes with a dance that starts at 9. Tickets must be purchased from a number of Liberty County area businesses and a couple of spots in Havre; so when you head to town or pass through CJI area, stop in the following spots to grab yours: Liberty Quick Stop, US Bank, the Front Porch, Bear Paw Credit Union, Liberty County Chamber Chester Pharmacy, First Bank of Coordinator, Lynda VandeSandt Montana, Wood Enterprises, or poses with the last Hangar Dance call the Liberty County Chamber special guests, Elvis Presley. office at 759-4848. Tickets are $55/single, $100/couple, or $280/Table of six. The theme of this year's Liberty County Spring Fling is “20/20 Vision” and there will be several contests and great prizes for sporting the spiffiest spectacles, and other drawings, auctions, prize games, and contests that evening promoting fun and fellowship. In the past, the event has been held at the Hangar in Chester, but this year the name and location is moving in a new direction as the Spring Fling at the Golden Triangle Activities Center in Joplin. With the change in venue, the organizers and community members expect a larger crowd. Another difference this year will be the Cowboy Poetry performances by area and guest poets including Dena Fritz, Kip Lybeck, and Bo Local favorites Dena & Jim Fritz Woods. Between the social hour pose for last year's Hollywood and the dance entertainment themed Hangar Dance. Jim is this will include these and other year's Auctioneer, and Dena will be Cowboy Poets and Poetesses this year's MC for the Spring Fling, as along with fun games and well Emcee, contests organized by Chris and auctioneer. Colsted. Dinner will be catered by Dick Kinyon's Black Iron Catering and served by the Chester-Joplin-Inverness Boys' Basketball Team for tips to support the student-athletes. K-Lines will cater the bar. Gun raffle tickets are on sale now and you do not need to be present to win. The Master of Ceremonies is Dena Fritz. “There will be thousands of dollars worth of prizes” to look forward to winning that evening, shares Lynda VandeSandt, who is the Liberty County Chamber of Commerce Coordinator. Any interested in volunteering to set up, help out, or clean up, may call Lynda at 759-4848.
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Zurich All Class Reunion June 13, 2020
Plans are underway for a reunion for everyone who has gone to Zurich School, has family who attended, taught at the school, or just would like to visit!
To Move or Not To Move
How do you know when it is time to move animals from one pasture to another? Most people figure that if they are out of feed in one pasture, it is time to move. The herd is probably standing at the gate voicing their agreement that it is time to “Mooove.” There’s nothing they’d like better than to be in fresh, clean forage in the next paddock. But tempting as it may be to follow the herd’s advice, the primary driver of the timing of a move should NOT be the quantity of feed left in the pasture being grazed. It should be the quantity of forage available in the pasture the herd is getting moved to. If that pasture hasn’t recovered from the previous grazing, the herd should NOT be moved into it. Moving into a pasture before it has recovered promotes soil compaction and weeds. It leads to less desirable forages and reduces carrying capacity. Of course, if a pasture has been grazed to dust the animals should be moved. In fact, they should have been moved long before the pasture was pummeled. But if other pastures haven’t recovered they should not be moved to those pastures. They ought to be moved off the ranch (destock) or into a dry lot to feed hay until pastures have recovered. If you aren’t willing to destock or feed, animal performance, pasture productivity and long-term ranch profitability will suffer. Moving the herd from a paddock that’s been severely grazed to one that needs more time to recover is the first step down a slippery slope. If we are running out of feed, our pastures need more time to recover, not less. Moving early results in less recovery time. Every experienced grazier has fallen into this trap at some point. It’s not a fun place to be, and getting out is emotionally and financially draining. I’m not suggesting that the severity of grazing in a pasture isn’t important. It is. The more severely you graze a paddock the poorer the animal performance and the longer it will take to recover. The more leaves you leave, the faster the pasture will recover. However, in making your decision to move or not to move the severity of grazing is secondary to making sure paddocks have recovered from the previous grazing. I recommend that you get in the habit of checking the pasture you plan to move animals into BEFORE you check the pasture the animals are in. While you are in the pasture that’s recovering, ask yourself, “Can I move them here today?” If the answer is “No,” don’t let your cows convince you otherwise.
Friday evening, the 12th of June, there will be a casual gathering at Zurich Park for anyone who would like to visit. More details to come. Saturday’s event will start with registration and refreshments at 2:00 at the school. The school will be open for touring. There will be a slide show and memorabilia to view and outdoor seating for visiting. At 4:00 there will be a program for sharing history and memories and giving tribute to some individuals who have had a big part in the school’s history. Following the program there will be a catered pitchfork fondue meal topped off with a piece of your favorite ZAP (Zurich Association of Parents) pie. If you have questions or would like to share photos or memorabilia, or help with the event, please call Deanna (Drugge) Gilmore at 406-357-2010, or email Betty Billmayer at 7billmay@mtintouch.net. We can definitely use help with various things the weekend of the reunion. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Registration form for Zurich All Class Reunion
Registration fee includes refreshments throughout the afternoon, games, program and the meal. Ages infant through six: free Ages 7-15: $17 Ages 16 and up: $35 Name ___________________________________ Did you attend Zurich School? If so, when?______________________ Number of people attending: Ages infant through six_______ Ages 7-15_________ Ages 16 and up_________ Please make your check payable to ZAP and mail to: Betty Billmayer PO Box 1267 Chinook, Mt. 59523 For those coming from a distance: There are six camper spaces at Zurich Park with plug-ins. There is a lock box under the “honor system” to pay $10 per day for one of those. You can camp for free with no plug in. Dan Campbell has camper spaces in Chinook. Phone 406-390-4794 Bear Paw Motel: 406-357-2221 Chinook Motor Inn and Restaurant: 406-357-2248 Please provide information about the best way to get in contact with you—facebook, mail, email, text, telephone call.
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Help Wanted: Phillips County Museum has an Assistant Curator Position open. This is a part-time position. For job description & application visit the Phillips County Clerk & Recorders' office. Position remains open until filled. (Museum Board reserves the right to reject any and/or all applications) 2-II
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Enjoying Everyday Life Joyce Meyer
Being Merciful Like Jesus Mercy is one of God’s amazing, supernatural characteristics. In Noah Webster’s 1828 dictionary, mercy is defined as “that benevolence, mildness or tenderness of heart which disposes a person to overlook injuries, or to treat an offender better than he deserves.”1 Mercy is not fair, but it’s godly. Not fair, but powerful. Not fair, but Christlike. And when we do what God leads us to do, He always brings justice into our life. To be merciful like God, we need to learn to trust Him more fully. Every single one of us has opportunities to do that each day…with friends and family, coworkers and people around you wherever you go throughout your day. Whenever people hurt or disappoint us, our human nature leads us to dislike them because of their shortcomings. But God’s desire for us is to love all people, including our enemies (see Matthew 5:43-48). If they can see love in your heart, instead of anger and judgment, that shows them kindness or benevolence that overlooks injuries and treats people who mistreat you better than they deserve. More importantly, it gives them hard evidence that Christ is working in you! And one of the greatest privileges we have in life is to follow His example by giving mercy to others as they need it. Mercy Doesn’t Keep Count When someone hurts or offends us, it’s easy to make a list and keep count of everything they’ve ever done wrong. But God is asking us to be like Him. Lamentations 3:22-23 tells us that God’s mercies are new every morning. In Isaiah 43:25 He says, “I am he who blots out your transgressions…and remembers your sins no more” (NIV). When my husband, Dave, and I were newly married, I was pretty good at keeping score. Every time we had an argument, I would bring up every single thing he had done that offended me since the day I met him. I’ll never forget one day, after I recited my list, when Dave looked at me and said, “Where in the world do you keep all that stuff?” I’ve learned the best thing we can do for ourselves is to let go of the hurt…to lose count of how others have wronged us…and leave the past in the past. The Why Behind the What I always say that mercy understands the “why” behind the “what.” It cares about the person, not just what they’ve done to us. Let’s say you walk into a grocery store and the checkout clerk is grouchy with you and has a sour look. You have a choice… You can say, “I don’t appreciate your attitude. I am a customer here and I don’t like the way you’re acting. I’m going to tell your manager.” Or you can be merciful and say, “You look like you’re having a hard day. I just want to say that God loves you and really cares about you.” You can believe the best about that person and realize they are upset for a reason. When someone hurts us, our first inclination is to think, “You’re not going to treat me that way. And if you think you’re going to get by with it, you have another thing coming!” However, it helps to remember that everyone who acts badly is hurting in some way. When I first met Dave, I had a lot of problems from the sexual and emotional abuse I endured growing up. I was wounded and hurting, and it seemed like every other day I was starting an argument or saying something I regretted. Because Dave already had a strong relationship with the Lord, he continuously showed me mercy and loved me in spite of my behavior. No matter how badly I acted the night before, he wasn’t mad the next morning. He didn’t let my behavior change his character. You Reap What You Sow Luke 6:36-37 says, “Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful. Do not judge, and you will not be judged…Forgive, and you will be forgiven” (NIV). We reap what we sow, and whatever we give to others is what we’ll receive in return. If you want mercy, then sow mercy. If you need a friend, then sow friendliness. If you have financial needs, then look for ways to meet someone else’s needs. It’s easy to judge. I cringe when I look back at the extremely critical and judgmental person I used to be. In fact, before I was a serious Christian, judging others was one of my favorite things to do. I would sit at the mall and watch people walk by, sizing them up and thinking negative things about their clothes, hair, or the people around them. But the Bible says, “Do not judge” (Luke 6:37 NIV). I wasn’t only sowing bad seed; I was making myself miserable by not walking in love and believing the best of others. The truth is, when we sow mercy, we reap a harvest of peace, joy and healthy relationships. We also take a giant step forward spiritually. Choosing to do what’s right— even when it hurts—causes us to grow and mature in an amazing way. So, who can you extend new mercies to today? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For more on this topic, order Joyce’s four-CD series Sit, Stand, Walk, Run. You can also contact us to receive our free magazine, Enjoying Everyday Life, by calling (800) 7279673 or visiting www.joycemeyer.org. Joyce Meyer is a New York Times bestselling author and founder of Joyce Meyer Ministries, Inc. She has authored more than 100 books, including Battlefield of the Mind and Unshakeable Trust: Find the Joy of Trusting God at All Times, in All Things (Hachette). She hosts the Enjoying Everyday Life radio and TV programs, which air on hundreds of stations worldwide. For more information, visit www.joycemeyer.orgPlease note: The views and opinions expressed throughout this publication and/or website are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily reflect those of Joyce Meyer Ministtries.
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Help Wanted: Rocky Boy Schools has a vacancy for District Mechanic ($22.37-$35.13/hr). Closing Date: Feb. 14, Fri. @ 12 noon. Letter of interest, Transcripts, Current Resume & Reference Letters (3), Application, Proof of Licensure of Certification. All applications materials submitted to Jan Mitchell, Human Resources/ Personnel Manager www.rockyboy. k12.mt.us 406-395-4291 2-II
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March 12 - 13 - 14 Harlem High School Continued from page 1.. committee to represent pie and bread baking contests, as well as educational booths." Elsie recalled that the earlier Seed Shows included a bake-off contest for the top 5 or 6 contestants to compete the morning after the first round of judging to demonstrate their skills to a live audience of other participants and the general public. The bake-off no longer is part of the baking contests, but the breads and pies do bring in large sums to buyers at auction. Those funds go back to the Seed Show Committee for expenses. Another Harlem community member and long-term Seed Show Judge for Woodworking, Dale Klungland recalls the moon rock his brother-in-law helped to haul in at one time to draw “a lot of people” to an “exciting” feature to the Seed Show. Like many Seed Show volunteers, Dale agrees, there needs to be “more able bodies to take over” some of the work to keep the Seed Show continuing. He also recognized the help from local community member Brandon Nissen who is “learning the ropes” from Jack Siemens on how to set up and run the Art Show. Jack Siemens feels that the Art Show is worth his time spent over the last few decades. “For some of them [artists], this is the first place they've shown,” cheers Jack. We even buy a piece of art for next year's show, which keeps people coming back to see new artists who can and do end up in larger art competitions throughout the state. Elsie also continues to support, frequent, and applaud the efforts of the Seed Show by stating, "I think for a little town like Harlem, you have to pat these people on the back for keeping it going." A new twist to the weekend will be the Instant Pot competition on Thursday evening at 6 pm at the Harlem High School Cafeteria. Paul Rasmussen, Seed Show Chairman, is inviting the public to “grab their InstaPot” and ingredients and come on down to show off your best recipe and share your winning meal off to judges. “Pre-registration would be nice, but not required. Two top prizes will be awarded at $150 apiece: Judges' and People's Choice. Contact Susan Billmayer (379-2545) or Sandy Miller (357-4121) for more information on the InstaPot contest. Another new event organized by Harlem FFA and TSA student groups will be the “Kids' Day” on Friday from 10 am to 2 pm. “We have a lot planned,” Paul shares, “and the Kids' Day will have activities for youngsters so 'Mom and Dad' can look around.” The classic Pancake Supper is scheduled to begin promptly at 4:30 on Friday right before the Art Auction. Pancake flippers will be ready to fill your plate with the late-day breakfast feast, thanks to the FFA and TSA student groups. The full Friday of fun will fill your belly and your imagination with the great booths and art auction. Once you try this daylight delight, hang onto your ticket and come back Saturday for more events and enjoy what Paul describes as “one of the best prime rib dinners around.” The Saturday night banquet is catered by the Harlem Swim Team and includes both prime rib and shrimp. What a mouthwatering way to enjoy the last day of the Seed Show with good food, great company, and a family-friendly atmosphere to warm up the Hi-Line before the official spring season begins. Tickets are on sale for $25 in advance by contacting Paul at the Clothing Company on Main Street in Harlem or calling him at 3792592 or 353-7230; tickets will also be available “at the door” for $30. Other contests and events to expect are the Quilt Show, Woodworking Show, Antique Car & Tractor Show, Bread-baking contests, Pie Contest, Educational Displays, & Agricultural Booths. Women's Interest Group will Host the Montana Actors' Theatre (MAT) on Saturday at 11 a.m., and Crop Speakers will include Colter Brown and Greg Hegel from 9 a.m. to noon on the same day. Educational booths are still welcome to provide show-goers with insight into the knowledge and sources of support to generate interest and promote positive change and current success across the Hi-Line. Among the educational and community health events is the anticipated health fair. For this year, a health fair will be provided, in part, by the “It Starts With Me” Health from Missoula. Health screenings will include Complete Blood Count (CBC), Gluten Sensitivity, Vitamin D, B12, & Folate screens, as well as other tests to make sure our community stays healthy and strong as the new decade keeps us moving forward. Details about the specific tests and pricing are available by calling 1-800-217-5866 or visiting itstartswithme. com/health-fair; pre-registration is encouraged. To register for screenings, call 1-800-217-5866 or visit WWW.ITSTARTSWITHME.COM. Interested individuals, groups, or organizations interested in hosting a booth at the Show can reserve one for only $50 for a 5'x8' space. Contact the Seed Show Planning Committee via their Facebook page or by e-mail at montanaseedshow@group.facebook.com to register your booth for the March event.
Thursday, March 12 9am-1pm: 9am-2pm: 1-5pm: 6pm:
Friday, March 13
Entry day for Ag Exhibits (Grains, Legumes, Grasses & Potatoes) Entry day for Woodworking Entry day for Educational & Commercial Booths Instapot Cook Off
6:30-9am: Breakfast 6:30-9:30am: Blood Screenings & Health Fair 8am-6pm: Exhibit Building open 8-10am: Set up Art Show 8:30-9:30pm: Entry of Pies & Breads 10am: Preliminary Pie & Bread Judging 10am-2pm: LUNCH 10am-6pm: Quilt Show 2-5pm: Pie & Bread Auction & Merchandise Drawing 4:30-6:30pm: Pancake Supper in Vo Ag Room 7pm: Art Auction
Saturday, March 14
6:30-9am: Breakfast 6:30-9:30am: Health Fair & Blood Screenings 8am-4pm: Exhibit Building Open 9am-12pm: Crop Speakers 10am-2pm: Kids Activity Day 10am-2pm: LUNCH 10am-3:30pm: Quilt Show 10am-4pm: Classic Car Show in Vo Ag Room 10am-4pm: Sheep to Shawl Demo 11am: Interest Meeting - MAT Actors 1-3pm: Pie, Bread Auction & Merchandise Drawing 4pm: Take down & remove exhibits 7pm: Banquet
Stop by our booth and see us at this year's Seed Show!
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Ice Shelters Must Be Removed by March 1st, Unless Occupied
With spring just around the corner, the end of winter is finally in sight. But with spring comes more daylight and warmer temperatures… and that means ice conditions will begin to deteriorate. This time of year, anglers should be extra cautious on the ice. Starting in 2020, a new addition to the FWP fishing regulations for the Eastern District states that: The owner of an ice fishing shelter shall remove it from the ice before it becomes irretrievable at the end of the season, or by March 1. Shelters may remain on the ice after March 1 but must be removed daily if not occupied overnight. According to Havre warden Andy Matakis, angler safety is the number one reason for this new regulation. “The main intent of this regulation is the safety of the angler. We don’t want people going on sketchy, thin ice to have to retrieve their icehouse or spear shack. It’s just not worth losing a life.” In addition, Matakis said that too many ice houses over the years were going through the ice and resulting in trash, debris and even hazardous chemicals in the water. “Even though the ice may be fine one day, the next few days could bring a warm Chinook wind that could quickly make the ice rotten and unsafe. With this new regulation, people can take it day-by-day after March 1 if they still want to use their permanent ice shelters. Or, anglers can more easily just use a portable shelter,” said Matakis. A few other reminders with shelters: • Identification- Identification must be painted on or otherwise affixed to all unattended shelters in legible, 2-inch letters plainly visible at a distance of 100 feet. Identification must include the owner’s name and address, name and phone number, or 9/10 digit ALS number. Attended shelters at Bearpaw Lake and Beaver Creek Reservoir must also be identified. • Inspection- Each closed shelter shall have a door that an officer may readily open from the outside for inspection when it is occupied. • Waste and rubbish disposal- Owners and occupants of shelters are required to keep their shelters (and the area immediately around them) free from rubbish and trash. Anglers must remove waster materials before they leave for the day. FWP hopes that all anglers have a safe and successful end to their ice fishing season. -FWP-
For Sale: Brand new Whirlpool Gas Double Oven Range, never installed, For Sale: Grass Alfalfa round bales. brushed stainless with black trim. No rain, excellent quality, trucking 3-I New $1399.99, will sell for $839.99. available. Call 450-2436. Contact 406-353-7012. 2-II
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Media Release: Locals Participate in COVID-19 Preparedness Activities 2/25/2020 On February 19, 2020 Hill and Blaine County Health Departments, in conjunction with local first responder and clinical partners took part in two public health update and table-top exercises focused on COVID-19 (formally “novel coronavirus 2019”). The morning event was held in Havre at the Hill County Public Health Department and the afternoon event in Chinook, at the Blaine County Public Health Department. Public health nurses from both local health jurisdictions facilitated the discussion. In addition to the respective county health departments, participants included Hill County rural ambulance, Northern Montana Hospital and Healthcare, Hill and Blaine County and Rocky Boy Disaster and Emergency Management, Rocky Boy Clinic, Rocky Boy Public Health/Health Board, Fort Belknap Public Health Nursing, Blaine County Volunteer Ambulance, Blaine County Sheriff’s Office, and Chinook Police Department. Topics covered included a situational report on the virus in terms of global, national and state involvement, travel screening procedures for first responders and clinical partners, and other communicable disease response policies and procedures. We then walked through a scenario to “exercise” our existing plans and address nuances of this virus and the current recommendations related to COVID-19. The Hill and Blaine County Health Departments wish to thank all who participated in these exercises and encourage the public to stay tuned to local media and to the departments’ Facebook pages for current and accurate information about this and other public health concerns. Montana’s Department of Public Health and Human Services has developed a website dedicated to updating the COVID-19 situation with timely and reliable information. The link for that website is: https:// dphhs.mt.gov/publichealth/cdepi/diseases/coronavirusmt.
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Help Wanted: Chester-JoplinInverness Schools is seeking a part-time kitchen worker (25-30 hrs/wk) $10.25/hr after 6 month probationary period. Classified application online or apply in person at the CJI High School office. 2-II
Help Wanted: Walleyes Unlimited is without a President, a Treasurer, and a head cook. There is marginal attendance at meetings. Please contact John Demarais at 406-301-1075, or Dan Voegel for more information. 2-II
Wanted: Looking for two 24.5 x 32 used tractor tires. No checkering if possible. Also need a rear wheel to fit a 220 Allis Chalmers tractor. Fits the 24.5 x 32 tires. Wedge style, centerless. Call 357-2817. 3-I FOR SALE: Used oilfield pipe, rods, cable & guard rail. New HDPE pipe. Engineered bridges for pivots, vehicles, walking & ATV. Clips & post caps. Toll free866-683-7299 or 406-453-7299 BIG SKY PIPE AND SUPPLY, Great Falls. Call TODAY and Ask for our free catalog. VISIT US ONLINE ht t p:// bi g sk y pip e a nd suppl y. com/html/ 7-I:X Help Wanted: Malta Boys' & Girls' Club is looking for new team members! Do you have experience working with youth ages 5-18? Are you reliable, motivated, and energetic? Are you looking for a way to demonstrate your creativity by organizing daily programs to young people? Visit the front desk of the “Club” at 101 S. 7th St. West in Malta or call Sonia Young @ 654-2378 for details. 2-II
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Help Wanted: BearPaw Meats is seeking a Smokehouse Manager/ employee to join their team! $12$15/hour. Successful candidate must have a positive attitude, and good outlook on job responsibilities. The team member will be responsible for creating smoked sausages, smoked meats, charting, inventory, and label applications. Contact Ashley for more information: 357-3119 or visit the website at www.bearpawmeats.com. 3-I
Help Wanted: Clausen & Sons is accepting applications for full-time construction workers. Experience is preferred in carpentry, concrete, and steel construction, but training may be available for the right people. Valid Driver's License and willing to travel required. Competitive wages and DOE. Visit info@clausenandsons. com or mail applications to Clausen & Sons, 2480 2nd Street West, Havre, MT 59501 2-II
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"Move It at the Library!" is Moving and Grooving Bodies for Healthy Hearts A water bottle and a towel are all that is needed to get health in gear this season at the Blaine County Library each Wednesday and Friday from 5:15 to 6:00 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room. Ellen Savage, Chinook area yoga specialist, leads class members to reach the collective goal of aerobic exercise to raise and maintain healthy heart rates, build strength and flexibility, and groove to tunes with neighbors and new friends. Music is determined at the beginning of each class according to participants' preferences in a given evening, and the sessions conclude with a "warm-down" series of movements to keep individuals' heart rates at a healthy range after they head out. The program will run through at least April, with the possibility of extending the group meetings into late spring and summer months. Kelsey Brown and Valerie Frank worked with Ellen Savage to create this class with the primary goal to "keep moving" even if you are a beginner, in recovery, or it's been a while since you worked out. "We want people to improve their health through strength building and increasing heart rates" that will maintain healthy circulation for the duration of the class, according to Brown. The class is open to a variety of age groups and includes steps to modify the movements according to individual goals and abilities. This class is sure to be a great way to unwind and stay active.
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For Sale: 1231 3RD Street, Havre. Great starter home or rental property! 2 bedrooms + office/den, 1 full bath. Single level. Newer furnace installed. Currently being used as a rental property. $49,000 Call Property West, 945-0394. 3-I Are you looking for that special hard-to-find book? BIG SKY IMAGES & COLLECTIBLES We have NEW and USED BOOKS will special order Havre Holiday Village Mall 406-399-6522 2-I
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