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Kandi Marino needs a kidney transplant. They need $10,000 down before they even put her on the list., and she’ll need more after the surgery. Kandi has lived in Big Sandy for 36 years, and she calls it her hometown. She’s seen how people treat each other. “We are family here. That’s how people act. I’ve seen it for 36 years. My kids told me it was time I allowed the family to help support me.” She knows this community is all about caring, but her son said she wouldn’t just have a benefit. She wanted to serve the community. “I get all embarrasse...
If you're looking for delicious barbecue in the area, you can't go wrong visiting The Public House in Fort Benton. The Public House offers a range of smoked meat options, prepared by their resident barbecue chef, Alex Salazar. Alex has been cooking at The Wake Cup (and more recently at its sister restaurant, The Public House), but he has been smoking food most of his life. I met Alex when he competed in the Big Sandy Church of God Brisket Cook-Off 2 years ago. Then, he was just beginning to...
After 9 years in the town of Big Sandy, my family and I took a major step toward becoming permanent Big Sandy residents by purchasing a house of our own. We feel particularly blessed to have bought the Brumwell's house as they retired and moved closer to their kids. Not only have we bought a neat home, but we are now living in a piece of Big Sandy history. The newly dubbed "Sietsema House" bears all sorts of signs that it is over a century old, from the ornate "old west hinges and moldings, to...
The following article and study were completed by Ben Hauptman, MSU Extension Granite County. In summer 2020 the active ingredient indaziflam (RejuvraTM) was approved by the Environmental Protection Agency for use on rangelands, CRP, and natural areas. Indaziflam’s mode of action inhibits cellulose biosynthesis in seedlings, making it an effective pre-emergent herbicide for annuals such as cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum), a non-native winter annual grass. Cheatgrass is the most widespread invasive plant in the western U.S., and it is p...
A couple of months ago, I wrote an article about my upcoming participation in the Great Cycle Challenge. I am about a week away from finishing my fourth year of riding in the largest cycling event in the United States to raise money for fighting kids' cancer. I committed to raising $500 and riding 200 miles during the month of September. So far, I am about halfway through my miles and have nearly reached my goal for fundraising. Though I have almost cleared my goal, that doesn't need to be the...
It may seem peculiar to be reading an article about track in September when athletic awards are handed out in May. However, with the track season in full swing at the time of the athletic awards ceremony near the end of the school year, the track team has yet to compete in their biggest meets of the year. It's often difficult to predict which athletes will shine when it comes to the most important meets. As a result, the track coaches decided to wait until the Booster Club Kickoff to recognize...
The first pastor I remember knowing was at the church I started attending as a teenager. Pastor Mike was very down to earth. He drove a beat up old car that I remember him having to push start on more than one occasion. When I was 13 or 14, I heard a story about how he was frustrated with ministry one week because he bought diapers for a young woman who came to the church asking for help. After the encounter, he walked out of the store and decided to go back to buy formula as well. When he did, he witnessed her returning the diapers for cash....
The Big Sandy Medical Guild has postponed the Rummage Sale and Pie Social, due to rising concerns of increased COVID-19 cases, but the fundraising efforts will continue through the sale of raffle tickets. Proceeds will be earmarked for much-needed upgrades to the kitchen at the Big Sandy Medical Center (BSMC). Guild members decided to “err on the side of caution,” according to Lisa Sipler, “because the pandemic lockdown process was very difficult for our residents.” By postponing the popular community event, “we will reduce the risk of exposu...
Menu Thursday, September 23 - French Dip sandwiches, french fries, and jello. Friday, September 24- Pulled Pork nachos and cookies. The remainder of the menu was not available at press time. Recipe of the week: German Beef Rouladen Ingredients ¼ cup Dijon mustard 8 (4 ounce) pieces round steak, pounded 1/4 inch thick ½ cup minced onion 2 teaspoons paprika 2 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 8 slices bacon 3 tablespoons canola oil 1 (12 ounce) can beef broth 1 ¼ cups water 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 cup warm water ¼ cup s...
Linda J. Dumas, 78, passed away at Big Sandy Medical Center on Sunday, September 19, 2021. Cremation has taken place, and memorial services will be held at a later date. Holland & Bonine Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. Please visit Linda’s online memorial page and leave a message of condolence for her family at www.hollandbonine.com.... Full story
Taking time for me I can't remember when I last took a vacation just for myself. My sister, Dena, asked me if I wanted to go to Yosemite with her for a week. I jumped at the chance because I have always wanted to see the park. This summer was so depressing, and I couldn't find the energy to take my camera out, take pictures, and be inspired! The half dome is so much more impressive in person than in the photos. Wikipedia says, "Half Dome is a granite dome at the eastern end of Yosemite Valley...
The Big Sandy Pioneers, still plagued with the loss of starters due to injuries and illness, came up with a solid 32-12 win over Sunburst Refiners. In the first quarter, the Refiners scored the first touchdown for six and no conversion. The Pioneers followed with an 11-yard run by Kody Strutz into the end zone, putting six on the board. No conversion. Going into the second quarter, the Refiners scored again with no conversion. The Refiners lined up for the punt, and there was a safety on the play giving the Pioneers two points. Pioneers scored...
The Pioneer Ladies Volleyball team beat Hays in three sets on Friday night. According to Coach Brittany McKenney “It was a good confidence boost for the girls to get another win under our belt. Keira Oats really stepped up to the plate and led the team with nine kills. She is getting stronger every time she steps foot on the court. It’s very exciting especially since she’s only an 8th grader! Overall, we played well and really started establishing more of an offense. The team finished with 30 kills.” Big Sandy vrs. Hays/Lodgepole SCORES...
