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There was fantastic news for the Three Forks and Willow Creek School Districts last week. On Thursday, April 18, the Producer Partnership delivered 931 pounds of top-quality USDA-inspected protein to Willow Creek and 1,185 pounds to Three Forks. The Cooper Hereford Ranch made the generous donations possible in an effort to put local beef in school lunch programs. "The Producer Partnership was founded in 2020 because of neighbors looking to help each other during Covid. The simple idea of... Full story
The Three Forks School District is hosting a School Board Candidate Forum and Informational Levy Discussion in the Gymnasium on Wednesday, April 24, at 5:30 p.m. All community members are welcome to attend the meeting, followed by a Spring Festival Open House with activities and food.... Full story
It's once again time for the annual Three Forks High School and Junior High Rodeo. This year's two one-day rodeos at the Three Forks Rodeo Grounds are scheduled for Saturday, April 27, at 9 a.m. and Sunday, April 28, at 8 a.m. Events at Montana High School Rodeo Association-sponsored rodeos will include barrel racing, pole bending, breakaway roping, team roping, calf roping, ribbon roping, bull riding, bareback, saddle bronc, steer riding, goat tying, and steer wrestling. THREE FORKS NRA RODEO W... Full story
Could you please provide some background about yourself? I was born and raised in Bozeman. I joined the USAF in 1997 and spent 9 years in the service. After separating from the military, I returned to Montana. I bought a house and settled in Three Forks in 2012. Why are you running for the Three Forks School Board? When the financial issues came to light, I started regularly attending school board meetings as a citizen and commenting on the issues. A board member resigned shortly after and I was appointed to the position, and I have been a... Full story
Could you please provide some background about yourself? I have lived in Three Forks for nearly 10 years and the Gallatin Valley for almost 15. I am a proud graduate of Montana State University with a degree in Accounting – Go Cats! – my lifelong connection to Montana runs deep, with my parents growing up in Great Falls and our family frequently visiting the Bozeman area growing up. My professional journey has been multifaceted. I have always had a strong tie to the real estate market, obtaining my property management license in 2016 and I cur... Full story
Could you please provide some background about yourself? My name is Ryan Lampers, I am a father of two daughters, ages 8 and 15 that both attend the Three Forks School District. A husband of 28 years to my lovely wife Hillary and a resident of Three Forks, Montana for the past 6 years. As an outdoor enthusiast I've spent much of my life working in the outdoor industry, from the wilds of Alaska to the fishing coast of Washington state to now the hunting industry and education space here in Montana. As an entrepreneur and owner of several small... Full story
Could you please provide some background about yourself? I'm Travis Short, a candidate for the School Board, residing in Three Forks for over 8 years. My two children are currently attending the elementary school, and my supportive wife, Hollie Short, stands by me. Why are you running for the Three Forks School Board? My candidacy stems from a deep concern for our teachers' welfare, particularly regarding their wages. I advocate for a mill levy to secure a 5% wage increase, crucial for teacher retention and hiring. If elected, what will be... Full story
Could you please provide some background about yourself? Hello, my name is Brooke Pestel and I have lived in Three Forks since I was born. I was raised here and attended Three Forks Schools from elementary through high school. I attended MSU Bozeman and received a bachelor's degree in accounting and a minor in English. I have worked in public accounting for over 25 years with a focus on both personal and business taxes, as well as an emphasis on business consulting. My husband and I have four children. Two of which currently attend Three Forks... Full story
Could you please provide some background about yourself? My name is Dr. Hillary Lampers. I am a current Three Forks resident with a daughter in elementary and one in high school. I have been married for 27 years to candidate Ryan Lampers, and we have lived in Three Forks since 2018. I was fortunate to grow up in Montana, most of it in Bozeman where I graduated from Senior High and did two years at MSU before moving to Seattle to pursue education. After obtaining a BS in Natural Health Sciences with a major in Nutrition and a Doctorate in... Full story
There was great news for the Willow Creek music program, with the High School Ensemble and Wind Ensemble both receiving Superior Ratings at the recent District Music Festival, qualifying both for the State Music Festival. According to Willow Creek Superintendent Bonnie Lower, it was a tough year with adjudicators, and many schools didn't make it past Districts. "We are really proud of how excellent our music program is with the Mr. and Mrs. Frank team teaching at Willow Creek," Lower... Full story
Eight of the Three Forks Area nonprofits are excited to join the One Valley Community Foundation's Give Big Gallatin Valley event. The first Give Big Three Forks Main Street Kickoff Event will start at 5 p.m. and run to 8 p.m. on May 2nd. The participating nonprofits and locations of booths are: Headwaters Trail System - Three Forks City Office, Headwaters Area Food Bank - HRDC - Stageline Pizza, Mason Moore Foundation - Book Therapy and Moore, Three Forks Area Historical Society - Headwater... Full story
The Three Forks United Methodist Church Spring Rummage Sale will take place later this month. The popular local event at the Church Annex is scheduled for Thursday, April 25, to Saturday, April 27. Volunteers will be accepting donations on April 20, 22, and 23. The event will start on Thursday, April 25, with a Moonlight Madness Sale scheduled from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, April 26, will kick off with the Rummage Sale scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and a Half Price Sale set for 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. It will be a busy Saturday, April 27, with a...
The Holy Family Altar Society is hosting a Spring Fundraiser later this month. A lasagna dinner is scheduled for Sunday, April 28, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Holy Family Social Hall, 104 E. Birch Street, Three Forks. The dinner is $10 for adults, $5 for children four to 12, and free for those under four. The cost for families is $40. The dinner includes lasagna, salad, green beans, rolls, and dessert. Fundraising proceeds will be used to help with Legendary Lodge stipends, funeral luncheon expenses, social event paper products, and cleaning...
March ended with 19 emergency responses. Five transports to Bozeman Health Deaconess Regional Medical Center were aided by AMR paramedics due to needed pain management. TFAA EMTs did six more transports to BDRMC. TFAA did two standbys at fires to support Three Forks Volunteer Fire Department. The rest of the calls were for refusals of transport and unfortunately one DOA. This past month the crew trained and reviewed the NARCAN protocols and crew members trained at Willow Creek Fire Department in conjunction with Gallatin County Sheriffs on the... Full story
In honor of Earth Day, the Gallatin Solid Waste Management District and 406 Recycling are again teaming up for a free electronic waste (e-waste) recycling event at Logan Landfill. The annual event this year will be on Saturday, April 20 from 8 AM to 2:30 PM at Logan Landfill (10585 Two Dog Road). Accepted items include cellphones, computers, tablets, batteries, towers, laptops, monitors, printers, TVs, remote controls, scanners, modems, stereo equipment, digital cameras, VCRs, copiers, keyboards...
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hosting a public meeting to provide updates on a multi-year water quality study for the middle segment of the Gallatin River, from Yellowstone National Park to Spanish Creek. In 2023, DEQ determined the river should be listed as impaired for excessive algal growth. The impairment listing triggered a six-year study to culminate in total maximum daily loads (TMDL) development. A TMDL defines the amount of a certain pollutant a waterbody can hold before it impacts water quality and no... Full story
Three Forks Elementary is starting to gear up for the 2024-2025 school year. One of the funnest parts about this preparation is kindergarten screening. Kindergarten Screening is held each year to assist TFES staff with identifying the development of incoming K students. It also provides a great opportunity to give some helpful information to parents. If you live within the Three Forks District and have a child that will be 5 by September 10th, it is highly encouraged to have your child attend screening. Screening will take place on May 1st and... Full story
Why does the district need a general fund mill levy? The operational costs for the district’s general fund have dramatically increased over these past three years due to the rising cost of gas, electricity, phone & data, property & liability insurance, and grounds, custodial & maintenance costs. Besides building expansion and inflationary impact, an additional contributing factor has been the end of ESSER (Covid) relief funding. Over the past four years ESSER funding has assisted the district b... Full story
8 is a milestone year for the Three Forks Chamber of Commerce, with the organization celebrating its 60th year. Next month, the Chamber will host its Annual Meeting and Dinner on Saturday, May 11, at the Three Forks Rodeo Barn. According to Chamber President Leann Bryant, the event will serve as the largest fundraising event of the year for a new Visitor's Information Center (VIC) in Three Forks. Bryant said that in the past, the Three Forks Area Historical Society graciously hosted a VIC in... Full story
The annual Three Forks High School prom is scheduled for Saturday, April 6. This year’s planning committee has been preparing for the Vegas-themed event, to be held in the Three Forks Historic Gymnasium from 9:00 p.m. to Midnight. The public is invited to attend the Grand March, held at 8:00 p.m.in the Main Gymnasium. Photography will be offered by Katie Sophia Photography while refreshments will be prepared by the Food Service of Three Forks Schools. Early bird ticket pricing is available and students bringing guests will need to complete a p... Full story
The Headwaters Lager Festival is headed to Three Forks. Bridger Brewing announced last week that a one-of-a-kind celebration showcasing the finest lagers from across the Treasure State will take place on Saturday, June 1, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at their Three Forks location. All proceeds from this year's festival will be donated to the Southwest Montana Mountain Biking Association. Over 15 Montana breweries will be showcased at the event, which will also include music from Roadrunner and Chester Floyd, food, yard games, and raffle prizes....
Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park will host an event next month bringing together volunteers to repair trails and manage weeds at the park in connection with Earth Day. The event will be held on Saturday, April 20. Volunteers who wish to participate should arrive at the campground pavilion near the lower visitor center at 8:15 a.m. Volunteers and park staff will be repairing the park's damaged and winter-worn trails, as well as removing invasive weeds to keep the park healthy and easy to use. No...
Missouri Headwaters State Park will host a free March Hare Easter event for families on Saturday, March 30. Park ranger Sarah Lilly will kick off the event with a talk about rabbits and hares. Afterward, kids can pet bunnies, paint and dye Easter eggs, and participate in other fun events and crafts. Hot drinks and snacks will also be provided. The event will be from 1 to 3 p.m. in the picnic area of the park. Missouri Headwaters State Park is about 5 miles northeast of Three Forks on Trident... Full story
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment on the environmental impacts of the proposed list of funding awards for the 2024 Trail Stewardship Program (TSP) grant cycle. The proposed list of recipients for 2024 includes an $87,000 grant to the City of Three Forks that would be used for the Headwaters Trail System. The recommended grant is for Trail Rehabilitation East of the Madison River Bridge. In 2022, the City of Three Forks received a $54,000 TSP grant for trail rehab. This year, the program recommends $2,000,000 in grant... Full story
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) would like to announce and invite the public to comment on a proposal to replace the bridges that cross the Gallatin River on Interstate 90 (I-90), approximately 3 miles east of Manhattan. Proposed work includes bridge replacement, surfacing work, upgraded guardrail, and new signage. The purpose of the project is to replace the existing bridges with new structures that meet current design standards. Construction is tentatively planned for 2026 depending on completion of design and availability of...
