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Very pleasant weather for the final weekend of the big game hunting season drew lots of hunters out to try to punch their tags in southeastern Montana. Hunter traffic was above average at two of the three biological check stations set up Sunday. Hysham Check Station People were getting out enjoying the pleasant weather over the weekend. This was evident by an above-average number of hunting parties passing through the Hysham check station on Sunday, according to Wildlife...
Twelve Montana counties have officially founded the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority to advocate for the return of passenger rail service across southern Montana. The finalized joint resolution, fully executed this week, seals the commissioner actions and provides for the appointment of one representative from each county to serve on the authority. Gallatin County was the first to act on July 28, and Powell County the last on Nov. 18. "Counties in Montana have done what has...
As of Tuesday, December 1, Montana reports a cumulative total of 63,205 confirmed COVID-19 cases, including 1,015 new cases since yesterday, 16,157 active cases, and 46,350 people considered recovered. State officials also report that 2,680 of the cases have resulted in hospitalizations, with 495 patients currently hospitalized. There have been 698 Montana deaths attributed to the disease, including 4 in Carter County. Carter County reported 5 active cases of coronavirus on...
First Team Offense Quarterback: Jayce Tande, Scobey, 12 Turner Tooke, Ekalaka, 11 Running Back: Brady Buxbaum, Fairview, 12 Payton Leibrand, Scobey, 12 Erik Field, MonDak, 11 Center: Steve Rice, Fairview, 12 Guard: Easton Hopes, Fairview, 12 Josh Hammerly, Scobey, 11 End: Hunter Sharbono, Fairview, 10 Parker Cromwell, Scobey, 12 Hayden Lockie, Circle, 12 Adian Harbin, MonDak, 12 Second Team Offense Quarterback: Kanyon Taylor, Fairview, 11 Darian Holecek, MonDak, 12 Running...
Hello God, it’s me, Mara: It’s amazing, Lord, when one finds an interesting article to share! The following is by Ruth C. Ikerman, entitled: Do what You Don’t Have To DO. “A friend who thoroughly enjoys each new Christmas season once told me in a moment of fellowship that rich secret of her perennial enjoyment; Christmas IS Good News. ‘Do first, what you have to do for Christmas; get it out of the way. Then you can do what you don’t have to do. The good news: That’s the real meaning of Christmas and it blessings you...
Carter County Chamber of Commerce will meet at 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 10. The meeting will be held virtually. Annual chamber calendars will be discussed at the meeting as will the Mainstreet Project. A report on Reimainging Rural Montana will be given and group goals for 2021 will be made. Members can find the meeting dial in and ID number in an email sent by the chamber....
A group of community members has put in the legwork to put on a Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Ekalaka. The lighting will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday, December 11 at the vacant triangle lot on Main Street. The tree, shown above, was sourced locally and put up over the weekend. Live holiday music will be played that evening. Hot cocoa, baked goods and goodie bags for kids will also be available. The Eagle has it on good authority that Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be...
First Team Lindsey Lawrence, Jordan Zeason Schaffer, Broadus Lacey Lawrence, Jordan Kari Kittelmann, Ekalaka Kayli Haynie, Circle Sophie Kreider, Jordan Ava Kreider, Jordan Second Team Sierra Nagle, Circle Ryann Moline, Circle Lauryn Billing, Broadus Oliveah Schaffer, Broadus Izzy Nelson, Circle Grace Gackle, Circle Kenzie Tooke, Ekalaka All-State Selections Lindsey Lawrence Zeason Schaffer Lacey Lawrence...
Small nonfarm businesses in nine Montana counties and neighboring counties in South Dakota and Wyoming are now eligible to apply for low‑interest federal disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration, announced Director Tanya N. Garfield of SBA’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West. These loans offset economic losses because of reduced revenues caused by drought in the following primary counties that began Sept. 29, 2020. Primary Montana counties: Big Horn and Carter; Neighboring Montana counties: Carbon, Cus...
I was born into my parents' outfitting business, and I have spent many years as a hunting camp cook, so I have always revered hunting guides. I love to listen to hunters' tales of how their guide nearly killed them off dragging them to the top of every mountain but how it was worth it in the end to shoot an elk on a wilderness hunt. Recently, however, I have come to think that being a hunting guide is not all that difficult. In fact, I have stumbled upon a low stress method of guiding elk hunters. Let me explain! The regular...
Beverly was born in Ekalaka on August 23, 1931. She was the 8th child of 14 children to George and Frances (Garcia) Gundlach. Her early years were spent near Opechee Park and later her family moved down the road to the old Jones' Place. Beverly enjoyed her growing up with her large family of brothers and sisters. They had many adventures. When Beverly was 4 years old, she would sneak off to country school with her brothers and sisters. After a few too many trips by her mom,...
As we approach the end of 2020 you may be thinking about donating to one of Montana’s charities. Your donation helps these organizations provide critical services and this year many need your help. In addition to helping charities, your donation can earn a tax deduction. It is critical that you have the correct documents with the correct language for your donation to qualify. IRS rules require that the correct documentation be obtained before the earlier of: a. The date you file your return for the year you make the c...
On November 18, 2020, Sheila Cline, 67, of Baker, passed away at Fallon Medical Complex. In accordance to Sheila's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held in the spring with burial to follow at Beaverlodge Cemetery in Ekalaka. Sheila was born December 26, 1952 to Roy and Marjorie (Strait) Cline in Ekalaka. Sheila was married and to this union Mike Stark was born. She had a great love for cooking for others and did so for many years. Sheila took to...
It’s that time of year when thousands of families make the annual trek into the woods to cut their own Christmas tree. The Forest Service is helping to carry on this tradition and make it even easier by offering a new online option for Christmas tree permits available now at www.recreation.gov. Permits are free this season with only a small transaction fee. This fast and easy online option is strongly recommended, as it was created to provide convenience for the public in addition to reducing the risk of exposure to C...
