Articles from the April 15, 2020 edition


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  • RMH Foundation Quilt Raffle Still On!

    This beautiful quilt was donated to the foundation and it was decided to raffle it off. Some lucky person will get a very happy spring surprise. The quilt winner was supposed to be drawn at the annual fundraiser in April, but has been extended to May 1st! Tickets can be purchased from any member or you can place money in an envelope, put your name and phone # on the envelope and drop it at the Key Insurance drop box or First Security Bank drive-thru! Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. You could...

  • Governor Bullock Extends Directives Issued to Respond to COVID-19 Pandemic

    Apr 15, 2020

    Directives Extended Through April 24 to Protect Montanans by Slowing the Spread of COVID-19 MONTANA – Governor Steve Bullock today extended through April 24 Directives he issued to protect Montanans from COVID-19 by slowing the spread of the virus in Montana. The Directives were set to expire on April 10. “We know that staying home will help to flatten the curve. For every person we take out of the chain of transmission of this virus, the more likely our health care facilities can handle the capacity to respond, and the more likely we can bea...

  • Senior Shut-Ins at Sunflower Garden are Missing Visits from Family and Friends

    Apr 15, 2020

    Senior Shut-Ins at Sunflower Garden are Missing Visits from Family and Friends during Social Distancing. If you would like to send a letter to a lonely resident the address is 1021 3rd Street East, Roundup, MT 59072...

  • Roundup Memorial Healthcare Collaborating with Regional Partners to Respond to Growing Number of COVID-19 Cases

    Apr 15, 2020

    By Holly Wolff, CEO Roundup, MT- As the number of COVID-19 cases rise in our state, Roundup Memorial Healthcare is collaborating on a daily basis with health care facilities around the region to share expertise and prepare for an increase of patients requiring a high level of care. Together with regional partners and public health, we are closely monitoring the number of patients with COVID-19 in our community as well as those who have tests pending. RMH is also focused on planning for personal protective equipment and other essential medical...

  • Grant Applications Available

    Apr 15, 2020

    The Musselshell Valley Community Foundation was established in 1997 to create an endowment for the benefit of the people of the Musselshell Valley River Region. Each year grants are awarded to charitable projects within the following interest areas: Youth Activities, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Community Education, Natural Resources and Community Enhancement. Selection of the recipient will be made through an application process and a grant committee. The final decision is made by the Board of Directors of MVCF. This is the 23nd year...

  • Spring Grazing & Evaluating Your Grazing System

    Jennifer Fosjord|Apr 15, 2020

    With spring weather starting to stick around, it is important to avoid some grazing issues as we are moving livestock between different pastures. Avoid livestock from grazing a pasture too early. Wait until the current year’s growth comprises at least one-third to one-half of the total standing forage for that area. Avoid keeping livestock in one pasture for too long. A good rule of thumb to leave three to four inches of stubble at the end of the growing season which is sustainable for most grasses. Make sure to give pastures an adequate a...

  • Letters to the Editor

    Apr 15, 2020

    I am deeply disturbed and concerned that the Publisher of this paper calls the Coronavirus “Wuhan Corornavirus”. If ignorant readers call it that is one thing, but any Publisher should know better. Not that it matters which name is used. What matters is the assocation and intent that comes along with it. We have already far too much hate and finger pointing. This is not in the least helpful and does not take away the pain and agony. It’s not like China used a rocket to get us the virus - NO - Americans who returned from Wuhan brought the virus...

  • Musselshell County Commission Minutes

    Apr 15, 2020

    The meeting was called to order at 8:30 by Commissioner Borner. Commissioner Carlson was present. Administrative Assistant Hagstrom was present via phone. Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Carlson made the motion to approve the agenda as is. Commissioner Borner seconded the motion. Motion carried. Commissioner Carlson made the motion to approve the March 23, 2020 minutes after adding the signing of the Emergency Resolution 2020-11at the Department Head meeting on March 19, 2020. Commissioner Borner seconded the motion. Motion carried. There...

  • Musselshell County Court Report

    Apr 15, 2020

    March 13 – April 5, 2020 Court ReportsDistrict Court Civil JudgmentsMontana Dept of Revenue vs Carlo Giaquinto, Transcript of JudgementMontana Dept of Labor vs Engelhardt Roofing, Everet Engelhardt, Certificate of LienMontana Dept of Revenue vs Michael Robert Reis, Transcript of JudgmentMontana Dept of Revenue vs Brian A Burlison, Warrant for DistraintMontana Dept of Revenue vs Alicia N Godfrey, Warrant for DistraintMontana Dept of Revenue vs Bradley T Baker, Transcript of JudgmentMontana Dept of Revenue vs Carlo Giaquinto, Transcript of Judgme...

  • Musselshell County Commission Agenda

    Apr 15, 2020

    Commissioners Agenda March 13, 2020 8:30 Call to order. Pledge of Allegiance Approval of Agenda Approval of minutes Commissioner Board information Old business Extension Office and Fairgrounds repairs Discuss the County’s next move on Flood Plain Violations #4 Road alteration. Accounting Audit Deed for the Melstone property. Updated Phone system. New Business Election Audit Committee. Storage for the Courthouse departments New County website. Grants Rural Development/Commons sidewalks NW Energy Commercial Electric Lighting Rebate Program f...

  • George Adolph

    Apr 15, 2020

    George Adolph of Helena, MT, passed away peacefully at home on March 2, 2020, surrounded by his children after 90 years of blessed life. He will be laid to rest with his family in Selby, South Dakota. George is preceded in death by his wife Marcella June (Rogne), parents Fred and Elizabeth (Brockel), brothers Fred, Herb, Reiny, and Calvin, and sisters Ramona Cutler and Betty Bakun. He is survived by his 6 children, George, Robert, and Peggy Adolph, Janell Foley, Tammy Gunnells, and Allyson...

  • Anna Marie Vargo McConnell Worster

    Apr 15, 2020

    Anna Marie Vargo McConnell Worster, 89, Roundup, Montana died April 7, 2020, of natural causes.Ann was born April 30, 1930, in Roundup, Montana, to John (Jack) and Caroline (Mattern) Vargo. Ann lived with her four brothers on a homestead outside of Roundup, then in Thompson Falls, Montana, and Peoria, Illinois, before settling down in Roundup, Montana, where she met Gene McConnell and had two daughters.Ann married Bill Worster in 1986. Bill passed away in 2003.Ann was best known for her cooking...

  • Peggy Petersen

    Apr 15, 2020

    Peggy Petersen, 76, of Roundup passed away Tuesday March 31, 2020 at her home in Roundup.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned. To leave condolences for the family, please visit; www.stenbergfuneralhome.com...

  • Martin Johnke

    Apr 15, 2020

    Martin Johnke of Martinez, California passed away on February 12, 2020.Martin was born on February 22, 1928 at home with hisgrandmother, Theresa Johnke, as the midwife in Flatwillow,Montana to Otto and Lois Pollock Johnke. As the second of eight children, he was raised on a dry land wheat, cattle and sheep ranch. His first eight years of school were spent in the one room Flatwillow School in Flatwillow, Montana, where only one teacher taught grades 1-8.He graduated from the Winnett High School...

  • Take the Hassle Out of Watering Container Gardens

    Melinda Myers|Apr 15, 2020

    Growing flowers and vegetables in containers will allow you to expand planting space, grow plants right outside your door and elevate them for easier access and maintenance. Unlike growing in the ground, the smaller volume of soil in containers is exposed to heat and wind, so requires frequent, often daily, watering. Don’t let this watering schedule discourage you from growing in pots. Enlist one or more of these strategies to eliminate the daily burden of watering while still maintaining beautiful and productive gardens. Grow plants in l...

  • From The Musselshell County Sheriff's Office

    Apr 15, 2020

    Happenings at the Musselshell County Sheriff’s Office April 1st – April 8th 4-1 A 911 came in requesting an Ambulance for an individual who was having issues with a pace maker, caller decided to self-transport. A report of a possible theft came in. Deputy responded 4-2 A 911 hang-up came in. call back could not be done due to the prefix being 911 A report of a cow being out on highway 87 north came in. owner was contacted. A 911 came in requesting an ambulance for an individual who was having a hard time breathing. Ambulance and Deputy res...

  • Winnett Senior News - Flatwillow News

    Raye Anne Lund|Apr 15, 2020

    Mar 5 - I didn't get a menu for today. The 50/50 for $9.00 was won by Donna Rowton. There will be an Area II meeting in Harlowton on March 20th for anyone who would like to go. The Honor Society kids will be here on March 19. They were supposed to be here next week on the 12th, but it was moved back a week. Cassie won “senior of the month”. Whoever wins the 50/50 pulls a number out of the bucket. Patti has a layout of the tables and the place settings all have a number. Whatever number is pulled out, whoever is sitting at that place, wins sen...

  • The International Dark-Sky Association Montana Chater Hosts Virtual Dark Sky Week

    April events and publications seek to educate the public about light pollution and celebrate the night sky. KALISPELL, MT- The International Dark Sky Association Montana Chapter will host virtual events to celebrate International Dark Sky Week, April 19-25. The Chapter strives to protect Montana’s heritage of star-filled nights by working with businesses, towns, groups, and individuals to keep our night skies dark and to help Montanans solve light pollution issues in both rural and urban areas. International Dark Sky Week was created in 2003 b...

  • HUTTERITE COLONIES DONATE TO MONTANA COMMUNITY

    Apr 15, 2020

    Posted By: Leif Bakken Ag News Stories You may have seen the unfortunate stories of dairy producers in Wisconsin having to dump milk due to the supply chain challenges that COVID-19 has caused. With schools, restaurants and hotels closed and some stores limiting milk purchases, Montana dairy farmers have run into similar challenges. In fact, this week some producers were forced to dump their milk. However, some of Montana’s milk producers have come together to get milk to those people in need. Twenty-nine Hutterite Colonies have donated 3,500 p...

  • Mushroom & Spinach Risotto

    Apr 15, 2020

    Ingredients • 5-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth • 2-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms • 1 medium onion, finely chopped • 3 tablespoons butter • 3 garlic cloves, minced • 3/4 cup white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth • 1 cup heavy whipping cream • 1-3/4 cups uncooked arborio rice • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 1-1/2 cups frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese • Chopped fresh parsley and shaved Parmesan...

  • A STORY ABOUT NEARLY EVERYTHING - STEFAN AND STEFFEN RANCHES

    Larry and Jane Stanfel|Apr 15, 2020

    Have we got a next story for you? Did Jack have a beanstalk? Did Mary have a little lamb? Does Musselshell County Government need an abacus or two to end the audit and taxation fiasco? Along with the usual beautiful illustrations, this story has parental wisdom, filial duty, romance, disappointment (mixed up with romance), religion, rodeo, guilt, retribution, charity – it even has two continents, and – well, rather than telling you about it, why don't we just get on with it? Henry Stefan wor...