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Next week will serve as an opportunity for local residents to come together in the spirit of community and patriotism. VFW Post 7621, American Legion Post 93, American Legion Auxiliary, Boy Scouts of America, and Three Forks Masonic Lodge 73 are hosting a 2021 Americanism event in Three Forks on Tuesday, February 16. The event is usually held indoors, but this year will take place outside starting with the National Anthem at 6 p.m. at Veteran's Park and will be followed by cruising on Main Street. The event will conclude at 7 p.m. at the Christ... Full story
On Thursday, Feb. 4, the Gallatin City-County Board of Health extended its emergency public health rule that places operating restrictions on certain businesses in order to slow the spread of Covid-19. The new rule included amendment allowing bars, restaurants, and other licensed food and beverage establishments to operate until 2 a.m. The rule approved by the Board Thursday retains other significant requirements for businesses including: • Limits of the number of patrons to 50% of capacity; ... Full story
A drive-through Sloppy Joe Dinner scheduled for Saturday, February 13 will help to raise money for wrestling programs in Three Forks. The event is scheduled from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Three Forks Wrestling Room located at 403 1st Ave. W. According to Shaun Hungerford, the fundraiser will be by donation only and will help with rent and utilities at the wrestling room. "We have not been able to do our normal fundraising because of COVID. In the past we have cooked at men's league golf, had the... Full story
The first few weeks of the Covid-19 pandemic were a tough time for Three Forks Floral owner Mo Denny. With her sales down 40 to 45 percent, Denny found herself not always wanting to go to the retail store located at 101 N. Main in Three Forks. "It was quite scary. I didn't want to come to work because it was so depressing. I thought what do I want to come in here for," she said. While there were some admitted dark days, Denny said she just continued to push through the pandemic and sales have... Full story
Not only were the Three Forks High School girls basketball team able to pick up their second win of the season last Thursday, but they were also able to do so with a come from behind 34-28 victory over rival Manhattan. After taking an 18-13 lead into halftime, the Wolves would fall behind 24-18 after an 11-0 Tiger run to open the third quarter. Three Forks would bounce back emphatically with a 10-0 run to take a 28-24 lead. Following the game, Head Coach Mike Sauvageau said it was a huge win...
A "Winter Read" book raffle is underway at the Three Forks Community Library. According to Librarian Fawn Venzor, there are currently 25 books up for raffle and most of them are from either 2019 or 2020, with many of them in the science fiction genre. Venzor said patrons can come in and purchase a ticket and put it in a corresponding jar next to the book they would like to win. The drawing is scheduled for March 1 and after just a few days into the raffle, Venzor reported quite a few tickets had already been sold. The cost for tickets is 3 for... Full story
The Three Forks High School wrestling team has their sights set on the Divisional Tournament scheduled for later this month in Cut Bank. Third-year Head Coach Nye Howey believes his team has been doing good at recent dual events but have not always been at full strength as they prepare for the postseason. "Our number one focus right now is the Divisional Tournament. Our kids are young, but they have the experience in wrestling. We just have to set our minds right for the tournament," he said.... Full story
BOZEMAN - While January started off on the right foot, with snow falling at many locations in the state, the remainder of the month was hit-or-miss for mountain and valley snowfall. Atmospheric circulation patterns early in the month were similar to those experienced throughout much of the winter. Moisture and warm air spilled into the state from the Pacific, favoring the Pacific Northwest and river basins along the Idaho border and northwest Montana. "It was abnormally warm during the first two weeks of the month. Fortunately, a return to...
The Three Forks Cub Scout Pack 3523/Troop 0523 had a goal of collecting over 1,000 pounds with their recent "Scouting for Food" drive. The local Scouts were able to meet their goal with an impressive total of 1,177 pounds that were donated to the Headwaters Area Food Bank. According to Food Bank Operations Director Kim Gelder, this year's total was the most they have ever donated. "Those kids were so excited. It's great to see young kids getting excited to help out our community. February,... Full story
Governor Greg Gianforte announced last week he received federal approval to redirect 19,500 unused COVID-19 vaccine doses to vulnerable Montanans. "Every dose Montana receives is critical, which is why I promised you in my first week in office that we wouldn't let vaccines sit on shelves. Today, we're following through on that promise," Governor Gianforte said. "By working together, we can protect more Montanans and save more lives." The 19,500 doses identified by the state were originally provided to CVS and Walgreens under contract by the...
There have been some extremely positive things happening lately in the Three Forks School District. While there has been positive news since the start of school in August, perhaps the biggest story of the school year happened earlier this month. The Three Forks Speech team captured a Class B/C State title when the Three Forks Speech team won the Class B/C State Title. With the first-place finish, Three Forks was the first public school in 36 years to win the B/C Title in Speech. This is a tremendous accomplishment. The students and coaches...
Having a teenage daughter can sure be a roller coaster ride. Sometimes I never know what type of mood they will be in. Sometimes it is splendid, and others can be a downright scary fit of hormones that makes me want to go and hide in the shed. While there are certainly ups and down of emotions, it is always fun to see them still really enjoy their birthdays, and this was certainly the case last week as Shayla turned 14. For the past couple of years, I have given her some money on her birthday. I told her I would take her wherever she wanted to...
