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Last year, the CDC released a report that documented a 50% increase in emergency room visits for suspected suicides for girls ages 12 to 17. The numbers for boys in the same age range rose as well, but not nearly as dramatically. Gallons of newspaper ink has been spilled trying to explain this tragic spike, offering explanations and theories galore. Regardless of why it’s happening, the fear that these tragic stories strike in the hearts of parents can be paralyzing. There are so many unknowns and “what ifs”; it can easily make parents feel...
I have enjoyed getting to know Shon Tester. I knew him as a child growing up here, but it is a wonderful experience to visit with him now whenever he sits down and visits. He always has something creative happening around him. His latest, of course, was Pirate of the Prairie, Rotary's fundraisers. If you went to the event, you saw the pirate ship he made himself, which covered the south wall of the gym. The Junior class helped decorate, but e said of Amia Edwards. "She really ponied up. She is a...
With the war in Ukraine passing the one month mark and millions of citizens fleeing the Russian invading force, Big Sandy Church of God had begun discussing how to support those in need. The effort took on additional urgency in response to impassioned pleas from Irina Gulenko. Irina immigrated from Ukraine to Big Sandy last year to marry Duane Bierwagon. As news of the invasion and destruction of her homeland began, Irina has watched from afar with horror. "I can't sleep I can't think about...
Big Sandy Organics received a new grant for $400,000 for expansion. Thomas Dilworth said, “We have a few (in Big Sandy)that have expressed interest (in selling us some land) but no guarantees. I want to stay here, I have an offer in Fort Benton, but we want to stay here.” Thomas has been working on grants since October. That’s his job at Big Sandy Organics. They have received the following since January of 2022: Growth Through Agriculture $50,000, Job Creation Grant—$82,000, and the grant for expansion. That totals $530,000 in three months....
Big Sandy Senior Center Board of Directors is looking for a new center director. Crystal Geyer had an opportunity for a new job and has given her resignation as of April 1st. (This is not an April Fool's joke.) The Board will be having meetings the week of April 4th to discuss their next moves. At this time, the dates of an open center are not known. They will have the center open as quickly as they can legally open it. If you are interested in being a cook or a director, please contact any...
Brent Eugene Lockhart, age 59, of Abingdon, Va., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 29, 2021. He was born to George Lockhart and Karen Collins Lockhart in Havre, Montana on November 9th, 1962. His education started in Big Sandy where he attended Kindergarten, first, and part of second grade. His parents, sister, and Brent moved to Tazewell, Virginia. During summer vacations the family would continue to come back to Big Sandy where Brent and April would stay with their grandparents,...
Catherine "Cathy" Marie Halverson passed unexpectedly the morning of February 20, 2022. Per her request cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held May 6, 2022 at 2pm at the Cut Bank Baptist Church with Pastor Don McIlvain officiating. Burial will held May 7 at 1pm in Big Sandy Cemetery. Cathy is preceded in death by her husband, Allen Halverson, Jr.; parents, Andrew and Edith Templet; Aunt Gertrude Cox; sisters, Betty Hood and Bertha Cross; and brothers, Jim Templet and John...
Chouteau County, you are in for a special treat. The Empire Trio returns to Fort Benton with their inspiring show "Hooray for Hollywood", 100 years of movie musical magic. You may remember them as O' Sole Trio from a few years back. Chouteau County Performing Arts along with Max Ag for piano tuning, and 12th and Front for lodging, are presenting this show on April 8th at the Fort Benton Elementary School Auditorium, at 7 PM. This show is a special addition to our usual performance series, since...
I recently read that employees, by a wide margin, prefer recognition for their work and contributions over bonuses or financial incentives. This seems counterintuitive, but there is a strange truth about what motivates humans in life: we want to know our work is meaningful and appreciated. This isn’t to say that money isn’t important. There are limits to this idea. Very few people would go to work every day in order to receive nice words and encouragement. However, one of the areas where employers often fall short in motivating their peo...
I found myself surrounded by art in the high school art class. Monika Winderl, a high school art teacher, is thrilled to be telling me about the First Annual Art Week coming April 29- 30 down at the Big Sandy city hall. All events start at 7:00. She has artwork from all her students starting before covid through this year-over 300 pieces of art. Photographs, acrylics, pencil drawings, wood burning, and various venues will be shown. Monica wants to showcase the talent we have in this town. It...
