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ted last week to approve an Early Childhood Programming Plan. As part of the program, there will be a "2YK" program for the 2023-24 school year for students turning four on or before September 10, 2023, and an Infant/Toddler Care and Preschool Education for children of staff members. 2YK PROGRAM According to a Facebook post from the district, the "2YK" program is intended for children the year before typical kindergarten enrollment and is based on the belief that optimal learning occurs when... Full story
While school is officially out for the summer, work continues on the Three Forks Schools Building Project. At last week's School Board Meeting, Andy Becker, Project Manager for Hulteng CCM, reported they still have a lot of work with flooring over the summer, which will start on July 15 and should be completed by August 11. Becker said work on the roof replacement is going really well and should be done by August 11. He added they are also doing work on siding and replacing windows. Becker told the Board he is carrying out the "punch list" for... Full story
Looking for something unique to do on a Friday night in Three Forks? On July 7, residents will have the chance for a great night out that also affords the opportunity to give back to a worthwhile organization that preserves the area's history. The Three Forks Area Historical Society and High Desert Murder Mysteries are hosting "Class Reunions are Murder," an interactive murder mystery. Tickets for the event scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at the Methodist Church Annex are $35, which will include... Full story
I have an app on my phone that sends me a weekly report of how much time I spend using the electronic device that frequently feels like it is attached to my hip. While the reports usually depress me for a few minutes, there are some weeks when I want to make the minute drive to the Jefferson River and toss my phone in. Because I have been so horrified with my time tied to the tiny screen, I have recently dedicated a few weekends to not using the phone at all. It has certainly been rewarding, but also a bit alarming when I first reach over for... Full story
With the biggest attendance in person and online in recent memory, Three Forks Chamber of Commerce members voted at a special meeting last week to keep the organization active. At their regular June meeting, Chamber Board members discussed the possibility of dissolution and scheduled a special meeting to discuss its future. At the opening of last week's meeting, Chamber President Brooke Leugers told those in attendance that it has been extremely difficult retaining board members and volunteers,... Full story
The Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming (GSMW) is bringing their Mobile Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Learning Center to Three Forks. The STEM van is scheduled to be in Three Forks on Thursday, July 13, at Bertagnoli Park from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The stop in Three Forks will be one of nearly 80 scheduled for the cargo-style van equipped with solar to power the myriad of technology available to youth, including 3D printers, micro-scopes, virtual reality headsets, drones, and... Full story
One of my first memories took place on the 4th of July. While the memory has always been vague and fades increasingly with time, it still has quite an impact. I cannot remember my age, but I couldn’t have been older than four. I remember being with my dad’s side of the family, and we had all gone a few miles out of town to let off fireworks. From what I can remember, we had purchased a ton of fireworks. We had plenty of things like sparklers to entertain the younger kids, and the adults had bought plenty of fun for them too. Early in the eve... Full story
During last week's Rural Press Call, U.S. Senator Jon Tester discussed $178 million in funding secured for high-speed internet projects across Montana. According to Tester, funding was secured through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and American Rescue Plan Act. "This month in my office, we've been calling it high-speed internet month. That's because we've made some real progress in getting internet out to folks in Montana who need it the most," Tester said. When negotiating th...
The Three Forks School District is offering an Early Learning Program for the 2023-24 School Year. Superintendent Rhonda Uthlaut told the Voice the district is excited to offer an expanded program in Three Forks, and Early Learning Screening for students turning four on or before September 10 will take place on Wednesday, June 21, and Thursday, June 22. According to a Facebook post from the district, the program is intended for children the year before typical kindergarten enrollment and is base... Full story
The Three Forks City Council voted last week to pass a resolution to conduct the 2023 General Election by mail ballot only. As part of Resolution 399-2023, the governing body has also requested the Gallatin County Election Administrator place a drop-off site for ballots at City Hall for the election of three expiring seats on the Council. According to the Resolution, the Election Administrator Eric Semerad has informed the city that the costs of mail ballot elections are significantly less than... Full story
The Montana Department of Transportation draft 2023-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) includes numerous projects in the Three Forks area. According to the MDT, the STIP is the list of projects planned for Montana for the next five years, including aeronautic, rail, highway, public transportation, non-motorized, and Federal Lands Highway Program projects that preserve and improve Montana's transportation system. Area projects listed in the STIP Construction Phase in MDT...
In November 2020, the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority was formed by a joint resolution of 12 Montana counties with a mission to provide the re-establishment of safe, reliable, and sustainable passenger rail service across the southern part of the state. Since the formation, eight more counties and numerous municipalities have also supported the BSPRA, including the City of Three Forks, whose governing body voted 4-1 last week to approve a $400 contribution and to write a letter of endorsement... Full story
Earlier this month, I made the seven-hour trip to my hometown in Wyoming. While often the trip was filled with many activities, this time had a much more relaxed feel, and I did not leave my mom’s house often. It was a great time visiting with my mom and not trying to catch up with all of the friends I don’t see often. My mom’s dog, Bella, might have been a bit too aggressive, pestering me as I sat in the recliner, but I enjoyed my visit with her too. One of the best parts of my visits is eating at some of the establishments I grew up with...
The Gallatin City-County Health Department is offering a free 12-month online Diabetes Prevention Program. Three Forks area residents at risk for diabetes or cardiovascular disease can sign up for the next program cohort, which begins on June 21. According to Gallatin City-County Health Department Director of Prevention Services Kelly Keenan (MPH), the program follows the National Diabetes Prevention Program guidelines, which the CDC creates. "Offering a free lifestyle change program for anyone... Full story
Residents interested in learning more about what the Broadwater County Sheriff's Office does will have the opportunity with public tours starting next month. According to Broadwater County Sheriff Nick Rauser, the tours starting in July will be offered on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. The tour on the second week will take place at 2 p.m. and will be at 6 p.m. during the fourth week. Rauser said with this schedule, hopefully, everyone will have an opportunity to come, and the... Full story
The Three Forks Chamber of Commerce is hosting a special meeting to discuss the organization’s future on Monday, June 19, at 1 p.m. at the Three Forks Community Library. Last Monday, Board President Brooke Leugers suggested holding a special meeting to discuss recent board resignations, lack of volunteers, and getting input on what chamber members want. After having three board members resign in the past several months, Leugers said they might need to consider dissolution of the chamber or a c... Full story
The transition into adulthood is complex, and it would be pretty safe to say that many people are not fully prepared for it. In fact, I’m still not sure if I ultimately figured out “adulting” and probably never will. When I decided to get my “first place,” I was excited but learned quickly that it came with a whole new set of responsibilities. I had lived in the dorms during college, but that was a much more structured environment, and everything was basically paid for outside of those teenage extracurricular activities. Once it was time to g...
Murdoch's Ranch and Home Supply have acquired land to build a store in Three Forks. The location will be built off Interstate 90 on U.S. 287 in southern Broadwater County. According to Chief Marketing Officer Sean Salter, construction timing on the location is yet to be determined. In March, Murdoch's opened their third location in the Gallatin Valley at a new store at 100 Liscom Avenue in Belgrade. The company recently announced a new store will open this summer in Anaconda. Founded in Bozeman...
At a community meeting hosted by the Broadwater County Commission last week, representatives from Slate Architecture discussed the process of a Preliminary Engineering Report (PAR) for a proposed Emergency Responder Facility. In what he described as a fact-finding mission, Slate Architecture’s Scott Cromwell shared the location and a preliminary cost for the facility to house the Broadwater County Sheriff’s Office, Search and Rescue, fire, ambulance, and an emergency response/community room. According to Cromwell, the proposed two-acre 1,6... Full story
The 27th annual Missouri Headwaters State Park Summer Speaker Series will start on June 10 and run every Saturday from 7 p.m. through August 12. New Park Recreation Manager Alice Southworth said she is super excited to be able to provide the Summer Speaker Series again in 2023, which will include several Humanities Montana presentations. "Humanities Montana is an amazing resource for amazing presenters," Southworth said. This year's first speaker at the event, which takes place behind the park o... Full story
A few days ago, the Three Forks High School conducted a ceremony for the Class of 2023. I wish all the graduates well in the future, whether moving on to college, the workforce, taking some time off, or not having a clue what they will do, which is perfectly fine too. While it certainly does not feel like yesterday, I cannot believe that I graduated from high school nearly 30 years ago, which makes me sad. Where did the time go? I spent a few minutes trying to reflect on my graduation day, but my recollection is probably not as straightforward... Full story
A 5K run in June at Stevenson Park will help raise funds for a skate park in Three Forks. The run hosted by the Three Forks Skate Park Coalition is scheduled for Saturday, June 10, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. According to Justin Higginbotham, the coalition's objective is to put a 3,500-square-foot skate park in Stevenson Park suitable for children, teens, and adults. He added it would cover the area of the old basketball plus some extra square footage. Higginbotham founded the Three Forks Skate Park... Full story
Gallatin and Broadwater Counties will each receive $750,000 in Montana Coal Endowment Program (MCEP) Grants for replacing the two bridges on Old Town Road. Montana Governor Greg Gianforte signed House Bill 11 earlier this month, which will allocate the funds to the governing bodies. At a meeting last week, Broadwater County Commission Chair Debbi Randolph announced they had received confirmation on the funding from the Governor's office. According to a project page created by Stahly Engineering... Full story
There is a new member of the Three Forks City Council. The governing body voted 4-0 last week to appoint Roxi McDermott to the Council. McDermott will take over the position of longtime council member Debra Mickelberry who resigned earlier this month. Before the vote, Council President Gene Townsend said McDermott has worked for nine years at First Security Bank, where she is the bank manager. Council member Ed Tharp said McDermott would be a good fit on the Council. According to Townsend,... Full story
At a public meeting last week with two officials from the Montana Department of Transportation, residents of southern Broadwater County shared their concerns about the Headwaters Rest Area and traffic on US 287. Butte District Engineers Dave Cunningham and Jeff Harrison were both in attendance at the meeting hosted by the Broadwater County Commission. Harrison said they are working on finishing the rest area, and he anticipates it opening in four to six weeks. Local resident Elizabeth Barton discussed problems with the homeless at the recently...
