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The annual Big Sandy Community 4th of July Celebration is back this year. It has been absent since 2018, it fell on a Thursday in 2019, and everyone was gone camping for the long weekend we did not have it, and then Covid hit last year, making it impossible to have it. We are resurrecting it this year. Getting back to normal is a great way to celebrate the Independence of our country. As in years past, the event will occur on the 4th of July at the Big Sandy ballpark. We will begin serving Hamburgers and brats at 6:00 p.m. The meal will include...
There was a School Board Meeting held in the computer room. The new Student Council gave the school board members the goals they hope to achieve during the next school year. The Booster club's report is the new football room's lockers have been purchased will be installed by the Booster Club before the football season is here. Maintenance projects have been started. The Annex/Weight room has a new floor. It was a big project removing all the weight machines. The Gym floor has a 10' X 15'...
Big Sandy's own Wyatt Williams went to Boys State from June 6th-11th to learn more about how our state, county, and city governments work. The American Legion Boys State is a program dedicated to educating high school students in the legislative process, bill writing, and the election system. It presents students with a simulation of various government situations so they can learn well-rounded and realistic lessons. Boys state was first organized by the American Legion in 1935, hoping to foster...
The following overview of blue green algae poisoning in livestock was written by Rachel Endecott (Former MSU Extension Beef Cattle Specialist). Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) are photosynthetic bacteria that live and grow in aquatic environments. Many species exist: some species are harmless, while others can affect the nervous system and liver function of livestock. Large blooms of cyanobacteria can occur when conditions are favorable, leading to elevated concentrations in water sources. When livestock or other animals ingest high...
“My dad is special because he multi-tasks. He is a pastor, a sub, and a news article writer. He also picks me up and drops me off. He is very good at these things and he still has time to help us when we need it and he also has time for our dog Jedi and our new puppy Tejas” Abby “The three things I like about my Grandpa is: He is funny; he is also caring. The last thing I like about him is he is good at making food. I love my Grandfather so much. He is very special to me in my life. I love you Grandpa. Also my Grandfather is special to me. H...
The Big Sandy Public Library Summer Reading Program welcomed Scott Hemmer from the Fish Wildlife and Parks department as guest speaker to speak with the children about area wildlife. Mr. Hemmer is a Wildlife Biologist who does educational talks along the Hi-Line and to other communities in the area. The event was an overwhelming success, with 55 Big Sandy students and 11 adults showing up to listen to the talk. One young man who attended explained that his favorite part of the event was when Mr....
Menu Thursday, June 24 -Hot Hamburger sandwich, mashed potaotes, veggies, and Green Salad. Friday, June 25- Pork enchiladas and pudding. Monday, June 28- Shepard’s Pie, veggies, fruit, and Tapioca pudding. Tuesday, June 22- Polish & Sauerkraut, mashed potaotes, Pea salad, and Apple turnovers. Wednesday, June 23- Cheeseburger Pie casserole, veggies, Carrots salad, and Chocolate cookies. Recipe of the week: S’more Ice Cream Pie Ingredients 1 ½ cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs ¼ cup white sugar 6 tablespoons butter, melted 1 (28 ounce)...
The Big Sandy Swim Team placed second at the Cut Bank Swim Meet. This weekend marked the final time the senior boys relay team swam and won together. This phenomenal foursome has been a dominant force in the swim federation. They hold several individual and relay pool and federation records and their relay team has been almost undefeated over the last six years. Backstroker Brady Pleninger will be leaving soon for military training, while breastroker Kade Strutz, who drove hundreds of miles...
