Articles from the June 1, 2023 edition


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  • Broadus Athletes Medal At State Track

    Jun 1, 2023

    Broadus athletes returned home from the State Track Meet last week in Laurel with 8 medals, with four medals in individual events and four from the 4x400 boys relay. Thomas Oylear led the final two laps of the 3200, his strongest event, before Manhattan Christian's Oren Arthun had enough steam to pass Oylear at the finish. Thomas turned in a PR in the event and new school record of 9:46.8, bringing home second place. In the 1600, Oylear won fourth, with two Manhattan Christian athletes...

  • Commissioner Proceedings

    Jun 1, 2023

    Monday, May 15, 2023 Commissioner John Olson called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. in the Commissioner’s office, Powder River County Courthouse. Commissioners Lori Fortner was present and Lee Randall was absent. Commissioners reviewed and approved the consent agenda. The minutes of the May 8, 2023, commissioner proceedings were read, approved, and ordered published. The commissioners conducted administrative duties and approved Bill Gay to level and add sand to the arena and taper, so water runs off. The board then contacted K Park Recreatio...

  • Elementary Track Meet Results

    Jun 1, 2023

    Key: Relays were co-ed other than 6th grade. NH = did not make starting height. If a space is blank, the athlete either didn’t compete in that event or that class did not compete in the event. The data we received was hand written, so times or distances may be inexact, and the events were not consistent with placing when it came to ties. The results may be found at the following link: https://www.powderriverexaminer.com/home/customer_files/specialpubs/2023_elementary_track_results.jpg...

  • Retirement Party Held For Two Broadus Teachers

    Jun 1, 2023

    Two Broadus teachers retired from teaching at the end of the school year, last week. During a going away party held at the Elementary, retiring teachers Laura Lambert and Jerry Coulter heard kind words and fond memories from their fellow teachers, while relating a few stories of their own as the group dined on sunflower themed cupcakes (which held special meaning, as Laura's house is decorated with sunflowers) as well as a variety of other snacks. We sat down with Laura and Jerry to discuss...

  • Swimming Pool Now Open

    Jun 1, 2023

    By Libby Nisley, Pool Manager The Swimming Pool opened a bit earlier this year on Saturday, May 27th. I am back at the manager position for the third year in a row, this time joined by Assistant Manager Donovan Sturtz who has 5 years of lifeguarding experience under his belt. For lifeguards, I have third year guard Eli Heacock, and second year guards Zeason Schaffer and Emory Gatlin. New this year are Ezra Gotfredson, Grayson Arithson, Madelyn Zimmer, Alix Heacock, and Sean Oylear. Day passes are $3. A season pass may be purchased for $100 an...

  • Memorial Day Ceremony Held

    Jun 1, 2023

    Local Veteran Peter A. Hanks was honored at the Memorial Day Ceremony in Broadus. Pete was born in Bay City, MI, and eventually settled south of Broadus near Graham on a homestead with his parents. Peter was killed in action in WW1, and buried in France. Peter's mother, Ida, later took a trip to France with the Gold Star Mothers, and brought back a receptacle of soil from his grave. When Peter's father (who was also named Peter) passed away in 1935, the dirt from the Veteran's final resting...

  • Two Montana Weekly Newspapers Now Being Printed At The Black Hills Pioneer

    Jun 1, 2023

    May 6, 2023 Pioneer staff reports Article courtesy of The Black Hills Pioneer SPEARFISH - The first week of May marks a new chapter for The Ekalaka Eagle and Powder River Examiner weekly newspapers in Montana, as they are now being printed at the Black Hills Pioneer plant in Spearfish. Both newspapers were previously printed at the Miles City Star in Miles City, Mont., by Adams Publishing, but that service ended when the publishing company recently decided to shutter their printing presses in...

  • In The Halls Of Higher Learning

    Jun 1, 2023

    Aye Named To DSU Dean’s List Lea Aye, Broadus Class of 2022, made the Dickinson State University Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 semester. Students qualifying for the DSU Dean’s List must complete 12 or more credit hours with a grade point average of 3.50 or above. Coulter Named To RMC’s 2023 Spring Semester Dean’s List BILLINGS, Mont., May 15, 2023 – Rocky Mountain College is pleased to announce the undergraduate honor rolls for the 2023 spring semester. Kiarah Coulter of Broadus was named to The Dean’s List which includes the students who ea...

  • Museum To Open June 5th

    Jun 1, 2023

    The Powder River Historical Museum will open Monday, June 5th. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 5 PM, and the museum will be open through the summer. Jessica Malone, President of the Powder River Historical Society, tells us that the Historical Museum is excited to welcome back Deanna Twedt as Operations Manager this year. Deanna is in charge of organizing volunteers, who are always needed. Potential volunteers may stop by during operational hours to talk to Deanna and sign up on the calendar. “Anything helps, even...

  • Corrections:

    Jun 1, 2023

    In the State Golf article last week, Coach Chad Gatlin also wanted to thank graduating Senior Solomon Bradley for his hard work in golf....

  • Church Notes

    Jun 1, 2023

    FAITH BIBLE CHURCH To Enable Believers/To Build Relationships/To Win the Lost Sunday, June 4 - Pitch-in following Service - All welcome Sunday, June 11 - Communion as part of Service Sunday, June 18 - Missions Moment as part of Service Sunday, June 25 - Faith Story Sunday Sundays 9:30 a.m. - Adult Sunday Schools (Ephesians or Angels - God’s Secret Agents) 10:45 a.m. Worship Service (Nursery and Children’s Church Offered) Faithbiblechurch.info Live Streaming of Worship Services available through our web page! BROADUS ASSEMBLY OF GOD (406) 436...

  • Elementary News

    Jun 1, 2023

    By Broadus Schools Principal Denise Ternes Henry A. Malley Memorial Library will be doing their Summer Reading Bingo again this year, this time with an emphasis on kindness and friendship, along with other fun things. We are incorporating the new books that Mrs. Lambert's 2nd grade class donated to the library, along with some fun new books for our early readers. It begins on June 1st and goes through the summer with drawings for gift certificates from local businesses at the end of each month. Bingo sheets will be available for pick up at the...

  • Application Deadline for Antelope and B licenses June 1

    Jun 1, 2023

    HELENA – Hunters have until June 1 to apply for antelope licenses as well as elk and deer B licenses. All applications must be done online or at an FWP office. Don’t wait until the last minute, get it done now. Simply click here. Elk and deer b licenses and archery-only antelope licenses will be drawn mid-June, but general antelope licenses won’t be drawn until later in the summer after biologists do counts and determine the number of licenses to issue. If you haven’t already downloaded the MyFWP mobile app, now is a great time to do so. Thi...

  • Jim Wilson

    Jun 1, 2023

    Robert J. "Jim" Wilson, age 78, of Alzada, MT, passed away on May 26, 2023, at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital, in Rapid City, SD. Cowboy. Rancher. Pickup Man. Pilot. Sheepman. Neighbor. Friend. It doesn't matter how you describe Jim Wilson, but most people who knew him will say that he is a true example of the Western way of life. He always said that starting at about six years old, he knew he wanted to be a cowboy, and he wanted to be the best cowboy. Robert J. Wilson was born in Broadus,...

  • National Nursing Home Week Activities

    Jun 1, 2023

    By Brittani Aurand National Nursing Home Week started Mother’s Day Sunday and went to the following Saturday. It’s a week to celebrate individuals who work and live in skilled nursing centers. This year’s theme was “Cultivating Kindness” and the Powder River Manor staff and residents put their own spin on the week. Sunday Mother’s Day the kitchen put on a fancy dinner for all, and each mother received a carnation. Families took their loved ones out for the day, came in to spend quality time together, and enjoyed the great day. Monday’s th...

  • Letters To The Editor

    Jun 1, 2023

    Editor, “Transforming our World; the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development”, sounds progressive, doesn't it? That's the stated goal for a UN agenda presently being promoted and implemented around the globe, that would change our way of life as we know it. Some goals are: Combat Inequality; means wealthier (freer) nations share wealth with poorer ones. Change Consumption and Productive Patterns; means eat less meat, frozen foods, dictate what you consume. Restrict ownership of vehicles, appliances, and land. Control Healthcare; means dec...

  • Voices from the Past

    Jun 1, 2023

    June 1, 1923 Keep Fence Gates Closed or Get Fined $10.00 to $250.00 A bill that was introduced in the last session of the state legislature by Hon. Julian Terrett, representative from this county, makes it a misdemeanor for anyone failing to close fence gates after them. The offense is punishable by a fine of $10 to $250 or three months’ imprisonment or both. Particulars of this new law were given in the Powder River County Examiner April 13 but by request are republished. Drilling Soon at Boyes Well William E. White, representative and m...

  • Elementary Concert Performed

    Jun 1, 2023

    The Broadus Elementary Spring Concert took place May 16th at the high school auditorium. Each of the seven elementary classes (K-6) performed songs, while the 5th and 6th grade bands also entertained the audience with their sounds. The following works were performed: Sixth Grade Band - Doodie Dandy arranged by Reynolds, We Didn’t Start the Fire arranged by Wilbert Fifth Grade Band - Simple Song by Jackson, Sawmill Creek by Pearson Fifth and Sixth Grade Band - March Uno by Day K-6 classes - Be Our Guest by Ashman & Mekken Kindergarten - Z...

  • Court Report

    Jun 1, 2023

    Powder River Co. Sheriff’s Office Arne Hansen, Fairbanks, AK, speeding in restricted zone (75/65) $55. MHP Karlo De Antunano, Grand Prairie, TX, speeding in restricted zone (80/65) $65. Tristen Dykstra, Belgrade, MT, speeding in restricted zone (95/65) $105. Letant Aristilde, Lake Worth, FL, speeding in restricted zone (56/30) $105. Bradley Bledsoe, Oxford, GA, speeding in restricted zone (75/65) $55. Travis Phillips, Yankton, SD, speeding in restricted zone (77/50) $105. Britni Robbins, Williston, ND, daytime speeding (80/70) $20. Joel M...