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What is being described as a once in ten-year wind event wreaked havoc across the Treasure State last week including multiple trees being uprooted and power outages in the Three Forks area. According to Christian Cassell, Leader Meteorologist with the NWS in Great Falls, the high winds were a result of what is called an Atmospheric River Event which he described as a very powerful jet stream that extends from the Central Pacific to the Pacific Northwest. Much like a hurricane, an Atmospheric Riv... Full story
On Wednesday of last week, new Montana Governor Greg Gianforte issued a new directive to replace several directives related to the pandemic that were put in place by former Governor Steve Bullock. Shortly after, Gallatin City-County Health Officer Matt Kelley issued a response discussing the county's emergency rule. "Improving our response to the pandemic has been my top priority," Governor Gianforte said. "Today, I am issuing a new directive that removes or replaces the cumbersome layers of...
The Three Forks Chamber of Commerce has a new Executive Director. Melissa Jenkins was hired for the position earlier this month. The position had previously been held by Leandra Hill. Having officially started Monday, Jenkins was thrilled to be hired and is excited about the opportunity. "I am passionate about the role the Chamber of Commerce plays in small business owners and look forward to working more in-depth with other business owners in the Three Forks area," she said. Jenkins is no...
In late 2020, Three Forks Area Ambulance hosted a drive-by fundraising event to help generate funds for an Emergency Medical Training Class for new members. When putting together a story about the event it became very clear that the service was in desperate need of more EMTs. According to Connie Depner, they have just 12 EMT’s on the crew, with only eight of them who are actively able to respond at this time. With the start of the new year and the service assisting with the classes, hopefully, the numbers of volunteers can grow. People who c...
When I was a kid, I probably spent more time on the golf course than just about anyone in my hometown. If I was staying with my dad, we would get in nine holes before 8 a.m., golf another nine after 5 p.m., and on the weekends play between 18 and 36 holes in a day. By the time I finished high school, I was a little bit burnt out and except for a stretch in 2007 when I golfed four or five times a week, I haven’t been out to the course much. The other day I read that the Three Forks course was open, and this excited me. I’ve never been able to...
At the start of the 2021 season, Three Forks High School boys basketball Head Coach Terry Hauser told his team the upcoming campaign is going to be a process. 6 games into the season, he feels this still rings very true. In action last week, the Wolves (0-6) fell 46-41 Tuesday at home to Twin Bridges, 49-40 Thursday at Class A Butte Central, and 66-30 Saturday at home to county-rival Manhattan Christian. "The effort is there, and we will get back to the drawing board and the kids can trust in...
There are two spots up for election on the Three Forks School Board. The two open seats belong to trustee Robert Buchholz who was elected to a one-year term in 2020 and Mat Marx who was appointed in late 2020 to fill the seat of Sheri Brown. The election is scheduled for May 4. Anyone interested in serving on the board must live in the district, must be registered to vote, and must file a declaration of Intent and Oath of Candidacy with the District Clerk no later than March 25. No candidate...
The Speech & Drama team competed at their final regular season meet on Saturday hosted by Great Falls Central Catholic. The Speech team placed 1st, completing an undefeated regular season against the entire class B/C state. The Drama team placed as runner-up for the 2nd time this season. The Speech team totaled 111 points with the next closest team totaling 60. Winning their individual events were Ally Kamps, Sara Kopp, Alexis Welch, Lauren Welch, Zoe Pyfer, and Des Nienhuis. Also placing in... Full story
4 games into the 2021 season, Three Forks High School girls basketball coach Mike Sauvageau admits the team has faced a difficult schedule but he is happy with the progress the team is making. In home action last week, Three Forks (1-4, 0-2 5B) fell 51-41 Thursday to Butte Central and 60-38 Friday against high-powered Manhattan Christian. Following the game against the Eagles, Sauvageau said he felt the team played well the prior night and also did good things in the Manhattan Christian game....
The Three Forks City Council voted last week to adopt an Ice Rink usage policy. The rink located at Stevenson Park was installed and filled in late December after a fundraising effort by local residents including Mayor Sean Gifford. Listed below is the new policy. Ice Rink Use Policy: The City of Three Forks is committed to providing long term financial support at an amount to be recommended annually by the Parks and Recreation Committee and adopted by the Budget Committee and City Council. Further support will come from volunteers who have... Full story
