Articles from the October 25, 2023 edition
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Broadwater County seeks letters of support for proposed emergency services facility
The Broadwater County Commission is seeking letters of support for a proposed emergency services facility on the east side of U.S. 287 in the Wheatland Targeted Economic Development District (TEDD) near Three Forks. In a letter to county residents,... Full story
New bridge open to traffic
The Meridian Bridge Replacement Project is complete. The project, which saw full closure of the bridge on April 17, was completed and opened for traffic on October 19. The project was a joint effort... Full story
Numerous Halloween events on the horizon
It should be a fantastic Halloween for children in the Three Forks area, with various local organizations hosting events over the next week. The Three Forks Chamber is hosting its annual Trick or... Full story
Oehmcke named MBEA Outstanding New Business Teacher of Year
Three Forks educator Jessica Oehmcke was recognized for her outstanding work during last week's Montana Education Association Conference in Billings. Oehmcke was named the 2023 Montana Business Education Association (MBEA) Outstanding New Business... Full story
Gallatin County law enforcement to pilot domestic-violence questionnaires
Gallatin County law enforcement will soon be asking seven simple questions of survivors on every domestic violence call they take – a pilot project that advocates say will not only save lives, but that will also be the first of a wave of such... Full story
Guest Opinion: Water (and waste) run downhill – and our rivers pay the price
It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know water - and rivers - run downhill. That would be just fine if all we still got from our majestic snow-capped mountains was some of the cleanest water on the planet. But that's not the case because water... Full story
Coaches Corner: A Simple Act of Kindness
Have you ever witnessed a simple act of kindness that left a lasting impression? How we treat others matters, and kindness is a courageous gesture that holds significance not only in our daily lives but also in the eyes of our Creator. As Galatians...
Column: I should have locked the car
A few weeks ago, I wrote a column about how I was getting nervous about finding a new home and the process of moving. After a few weeks of searching, we found a place and have already started packing things to be ready to move by the end of the... Full story
Bird hunters should be aware of avian flu
HELENA – Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus was first detected in wild birds and domestic poultry in Montana in spring 2022. While HPAI cases in wild birds did decline over the summer, there are detections of new cases in parts of the... Full story
Wolves open playoffs Saturday in Malta
It's playoff time for the Three Forks High School Football team. After finishing the regular season with a 6-3 record and earning the third seed in the Southern B Division, the Wolves will open... Full story
Lady Wolves finish fourth, two place in top five at state cross country meet
The Three Forks High School Cross Country wrapped up a banner season at last week's State Meet in Kalispell, with two athletes in the top five and the girls' team finishing in fourth place. Senior... Full story
Montana State study aims to help threatened whitebark pine
A Montana State University research team has published a study that may contribute to management and restoration strategies for whitebark pine, a species that is experiencing significant decline and... Full story
Wolves win on senior night
The Three Forks High School Volleyball team ended the regular season in style, with a three-set senior night victory over visiting Lone Peak. The 25-22, 25-19, 25-19 win came in the last home game... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 22, 2023
Page 1 of 4 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 23, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/22/23 00:02 CFS23-129047 OUT W/ VEHICLE ACCESS and FRONTAGE RD (164.9 feet) LE - Documented 00:24 CFS23-129061 SUICIDE THREAT... Full story
Broadwater County Sheriff's Report October 15-21, 2023
Page 1 of 5 MEDIA REPORT Printed on October 23, 2023 CFS Date/Time Street Name Code : Description 10/15/23 00:46 RMS NB TSTOP : Traffic Stop 10/15/23 06:09 WELFARE : Welfare Check 10/15/23 08:16 24 : 24/7 10/15/23 08:29 24 : 24/7 10/15/23 08:41 24 :... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 23, 2023
Page 1 of 7 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 24, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/23/23 01:07 CFS23-129502 TRAFFIC STOP INTERSTATE 90 HWY and ACCESS (0.2 LE - Warning 02:29 CFS23-129509 OUT W/ VEHICLE S 16TH AVE... Full story
Hunter kills grizzly bear in close encounter in Gravelly Range
A hunter killed a grizzly bear Saturday during a close encounter in the Gravelly Range. The hunter was reportedly charged by the bear before shooting and killing the bear at close range in self-defense. The hunter was not injured. Staff from Montana... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 24, 2023
Page 1 of 8 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 25, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/24/23 00:19 CFS23-129932 RECKLESS JACKRABBIT LN and DRIVEWAY (109.3 LE - GOA / UTL 00:32 CFS23-129933 PATROL CHECK HEIGHTS CIR and... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 25, 2023
Page 1 of 6 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 26, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/25/23 00:03 CFS23-130397 PATROL CHECK ACCESS and FRONTAGE RD (164.9 feet) LE - Documented 00:19 CFS23-130405 DISORDERLY CANDLELIGHT... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 26, 2023
Page 1 of 5 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 27, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/26/23 00:13 CFS23-130826 SUSPICIOUS 1ST AVE E and E FIR ST (40.9 feet) LE - Documented 02:24 CFS23-130843 DOMESTIC LOOP LN and LOOP... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 27, 2023
Page 1 of 6 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 28, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/27/23 00:49 CFS23-131249 WELFARE CHECK WOODEN SHOE LN and MANHATTAN LE - Documented 00:52 CFS23-131250 TRAFFIC STOP LE - Case Generat... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 28, 2023
Page 1 of 4 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 29, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/28/23 00:10 CFS23-131661 Rescue LE - Documented 00:21 CFS23-131666 31 EMS:HOT FIRE:HOT S 16TH AVE and W DICKERSON ST (54.7 LE -... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 29, 2023
Page 1 of 3 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 30, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/29/23 00:07 CFS23-132057 TRAFFIC STOP LE - Case Generated 00:19 CFS23-132061 WELFARE CHECK INTERSTATE 90 HWY and OFF RAMP LE - GOA /... Full story
Broadwater County Sheriff's Report October 22-28, 2023
Page 1 of 5 MEDIA REPORT Printed on October 30, 2023 CFS Date/Time Street Name Code : Description 10/22/23 00:08 HWY 2 INTERCHANGE TSTOP : Traffic Stop 10/22/23 00:49 TSTOP : Traffic Stop 10/22/23 02:42 OUTWVEH : Out With A Vehicle 10/22/23 06:29... Full story
Gallatin County Sheriff's Report October 30, 2023
Page 1 of 6 GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on October 31, 2023 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 10/30/23 00:03 CFS23-132461 BURGLAR NUGGET LN and DRIVEWAY (18.0 feet) LE - Documented 00:08 CFS23-132463 FAM DISTURB SHADOW CIR and... Full story
