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While mule deer populations remain steady in portions of the state, spring green-up surveys conducted by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks wildlife biologists showed populations in some parts of the state remain lower than desired, and as a result, licenses available to hunters in those areas have been cut back. Over the past few years, persistent drought, particularly in southeast Montana, has affected both survival and recruitment rates for mule deer. This drought has also, at times, been coupled with hard winters, making it...
Hunters interested in signing up for elk permits left over from the permit drawing can do so between July 21 and Aug. 4. This new process for the sale of surplus licenses began in 2020 in response to issues in years past. The old process was vulnerable to long lag times, confusion, and a perception of inequity for those unable to use the first-come, first-served online option starting at 5 a.m. There is no prerequisite required to sign up for these permits, but if you are selected to purchase one you MUST hold a general elk...
submitted by Roger Thieme Members of the Brence Family gathered in Ekalaka on June 9th and 10th, 2023. Jeri and Roger Thieme hosted the two day event at their residence and yard. Larry Brence brought a large tent that was put up in the backyard, providing much needed shade as well as shelter from any possible thunderstorm passing by. Various family members brought food and helped prepare it as well. Kathy Keneally, Charlie and Gail Brence, and Jeri and Roger Thieme went above...
Our county 4-H Fair is this week, and it brings back a flood of fond memories of my own 4-H years and those of my children and grandchildren. When I transitioned into the role of 4-H Grandma, it was way more fun and less work than the role of 4-H mom or 4-H exhibitor. I got to show up, watch, visit with everyone in the county, celebrate the thrill of victories, and of course dry the tears from the agony of defeat. One of my not so fond 4-H memories was my daughter Brooke’s 4-H cat project. As a first year 4-H’er she had alr...
Dickinson State University (DSU) announced the addition of trap shooting to the arsenal of athletic offerings earlier this week. The new co-ed program becomes the 20th athletic offering at DSU and will begin to compete in fall 2023. “I’ve been a competitive shooter for almost 20 years and love the discipline and mental aspect of the sport,” stated Rus Kiser, DSU’s shooting sports head coach.. “Competitive shooting is often a personal competition, where a mental error or loss of focus can send you to the bottom of the list....
Hello God, it’s me, Mara: You know, Lord, while we lounge in or around the front porch or on the deck in our favorite chairs, the gentle breeze stirs the air and the summer sun warms the body. Several folks had gathered together, they mentioned how it was too warm out back when the July temps were really warming things up, one chap reached for his glass to sip some iced tea. Then he heard sounds in the neighborhood that blended into calming ‘white noise’ that he liked to hear, as did the several friends who were gathe...
Huntley Reu Grover was born at 10:50 p.m. on July 19th, 2023 in Billings to parents Hunter and Annette Grover. She weighed in at eight pounds 2 ounces and measured 19.25 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Eric and Melissa Lovec of Ekalaka. Paternal grandparents are Jason and Stephanie Grover of Lewistown....
The Gumbo Gophers 4-H Club held their June meeting on the 11th at the Alzada Hall. Market sheep and goat weigh-ins were held before the meeting. Members set the date for lake day on July 21st at Orman Dam. They also set the date for the Fireman’s BBQ on August 2 at 6 p.m. at the Alzada Hall. Natalie gave an illustrated talk on DNA Fingerprinting and Alivia gave one on Biome Presentation Tropical Pacific Ocean. Amanda from the extension office held a knot tying workshop after the meeting. The July meeting was held on the 2...
Plans for the Days of ‘85 are continuing as the event draws nearer. The annual county fair and rodeo is quickly approaching and will take place August 10th through August 13th. On Thursday, August 10th, sheep dog trials will be taking place at Ekalaka Track and Arena. A silent auction will begin at the library and animal shows will also be taking place. On Friday a dodgeball tournament will be taking place at the town park. At noon the pet parade will begin at the fairgrounds. The Firemen’s Barbecue will take place at the...
From the youngest to the oldest attendees at the Dino Shindig July 22-23 in Ekalaka, the participants were fascinated by the speakers from all over the world sharing their latest research and collecting skills. The younger attendees were learning the names of common dinosaur species by coloring masks, viewing the exhibits in the museum and digging in sand for treasures. Older participants were digging alongside experts at active fossil field sites in Carter County. The Dino...
Three local boys are being charged with several felonies in both Carter County and Fallon County following a series of incidents targeting juvenile females last year. Two of the defendants, Tucker Tooke and Sylvan "Royce" Tooke, were both minors at the time of the incidents and were arraigned as such earlier this year, but they have since turned 18 years of age. The third defendant, Turner Tooke, was an adult at the time of the incident. The incidents occurred last year but...
