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The holiday season is always a time for joy, warmth, and cherished traditions. For many of us in Three Forks, this includes decorating Christmas trees, making a fire in the wood stove, or using space heaters to keep our homes cozy. While these bring warmth and comfort, they also introduce potential fire hazards. We want to ensure everyone enjoys a safe and happy holiday season by sharing some essential safety tips. As temperatures drop, space heaters often become a staple in our homes. However,... Full story
Later this year, Jesse Swenson will be sworn in as a new member of the Broadwater County Commission. Swenson, who defeated incumbent Darrel Folkvord earlier this month by a vote of 2,392 to 1,937 for the District 3 seat, said he was shocked to learn he had won. “You always hope that you’ll win, but you truly don’t have any inclination of how the election will play out until it’s over,” Swenson said. According to Swenson, his number one priority in starting his tenure would be educating himself on everything that falls on the Commissio... Full story
Headwaters Area Food Bank and our local First Security Bank have teamed up again for the second annual Winter Wonderland Toy Drive. Thanks to our generous community, last year's Winter Wonderland Toy Drive was a huge success. Alongside First Security Bank of Three Forks Branch Manager Roxi McDermott and her amazing team, HAFB provided Christmas gifts to over 20 local families. This year's drive started on November 1 and tentatively ends on December 15. Donations can be accepted at many local... Full story
Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park near Three Forks will once again host candlelight tours of the entire developed cave route. This special event allows visitors to see and enjoy the caverns by the warm, festive glow of candle lanterns-the same way the first explorers viewed them. Participants must make a reservation and purchase tickets prior to their tour. Tours will be offered from December 20 to 22 and December 27 to 29. The starting times of these tours will vary, depending on park staffing...
The Three Forks Chamber of Commerce is seeking a new location for its planned Visitors Information Center. According to Chamber President Leann Bryant, the organization planned to construct the center where they tore down their shed, located near the Headwaters Railroad and Trident Heritage Center. Bryant said that with the construction of the city's new garage, the Chamber no longer has the space it needs, and the area no longer suits them in terms of curb appeal or practicality. "We are...
At last week's Three Forks School Board Meeting, Superintendent Dr. Rhonda Uthlaut discussed the district's second-semester open enrollment period. In July, House Bill 203 went into effect, requiring all Montana public schools to offer open enrollment, provided the district has room for the student, and allowing for the examination of disciplinary records. "According to state district policy and the new state law, we have open enrollment going on now. I want to explain that means we accept...
Santa’s Hat is here to help local families who need help this holiday season. Formerly known as “Sub for Santa,” the Three Forks FCCLA and Three Public Schools are excited to return their holiday giving project with a new format. Parents can sign their kids up for Santa’s Hat with questionnaires available at the Three Forks Public Schools. Community members can pick a hat from the decorated tree and purchase gifts for a child. The Santa’s Hat Tree will be at Manhattan Bank on Tuesday, December 3. Gifts are due back at the school by Saturday, De...
Three people were charged this month in Broadwater County courts following an almost year-long investigation by game wardens into several animals killed in 2023. The investigation began with a tip to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks from a concerned citizen. During the investigation, FWP game wardens uncovered evidence indicating three elk and three deer were killed unlawfully on public and private land in Broadwater County. This led to three people facing a mix of felony and misdemeanor charges....
The Three Forks United Methodist Church is changing the time of its weekly worship service. Beginning on Sunday, December 1, Three Forks United Methodist Church's worship service will begin at 9:30 a.m. The church located at 124 2nd Ave. E. is beginning a new partnership with Living Waters United Methodist Church in Belgrade and will share Pastor Dr. Sara Taylor Lattimore. The time of the weekly service in Belgrade is 11 a.m. The Three Fork United Methodist Church will also offer Special... Full story
Each year, families and friends come together to celebrate Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November. Over the past few decades, the day following the federal holiday has become synonymous with "Black Friday," as shoppers go in mass to larger stores to get a jumpstart on their holiday shopping. Black Friday has certainly become a cultural phenomenon, with crowds heading to "big box stores." Within the past two decades, it has been joined by "Cyber Monday," where online shoppers can take... Full story
I was young when my parents divorced, and it wasn’t too long after that my mom remarried. While I remember this being quite chaotic, it sure did make for one heck of a Thanksgiving, and that is a big reason why it is up there with my favorite holidays. I’ve heard people sometimes use the word “split” families, which I’m not fond of. It’s just how life goes sometimes, and on Thanksgiving, it allowed me to eat like a king. We would always start Thanksgiving morning a bit earlier than most, often leaving the house before 10 a.m. and heading to...
Montana Department of Revenue staff told a legislative committee last week that next year's reappraisal cycle could produce a partial repeat of last year's jarring tax spike as the state's surging real estate market continues to translate into higher residential taxes. The department expects the market value of the average Montana residential property to be reappraised at 21% higher when it completes next year's reappraisal cycle. A staff economist said Monday that if the Legislature doesn't...
Montana State University and Gallatin Valley communities donated the equivalent of 652,876 pounds of food this holiday season to the Gallatin Valley Food Bank and MSU's Bounty of the Bridgers food pantry as part of the 25th annual Can the Griz food drive. Can the Griz - and the corresponding Can the Cats food drive in Missoula - is an off-field competition between MSU and the University of Montana to see which school can collect the most donations for its local food bank. This year, MSU and the...
After a three-day workshop in October and a follow-up meeting earlier this month, the River Recreation Advisory Council (RRAC) submitted recommendations to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks for managing river recreation and administering the use of water-related activities. With an increase in river recreationists, user conflicts and access-point congestion have become more frequent. The council members, who were selected by FWP Director Dustin Temple, were tasked with addressing these challenges by developing a set of recommendations for...
Bozeman city officials and grocery stores are hammering out the details of a ballot initiative banning single-use plastics after voters overwhelmingly supported it. The Bozeman Plastics Ordinance passed by 63% on Election Day, with some 18,800 Bozemanites voting in support and 10,800 voting against. The initiative bans establishments from providing single-use plastic carryout bags, styrofoam containers and packing materials, and makes plastic straws and stirrers only available upon a customer's...
The U.S. Department of Transportation recently awarded the Western Transportation Institute at Montana State University a $4.7 million grant to advance safer roads and streets in rural and tribal areas in Montana. “Rural and tribal safety in relation to transportation is a critical issue in improving quality of life in Montana,” said Kelvin Wang, WTI director. “WTI is at the forefront of improving rural transportation with new technological solutions and innovations.” WTI will use the funds to improve traffic and transportation safety along c...
The Montana Teen Wellness Expo is happening on December 2nd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at MSU-Inspiration Hall, and it’s packed with valuable resources to help teens live a healthier life. Over 30 businesses and organizations will be in attendance. From mental health support and substance use prevention to tips on fitness and nutrition, this event is all about helping teens thrive. Plus, there will be LOTS of cool freebies—including, a free month of martial arts, Kavu backpack, passes to Norris Hot Springs, gift cards, and a chance to win a $50...
Fresh off a reelection win, Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte has proposed that Montana lawmakers adopt a two-year state budget that prioritizes further tax cuts alongside investments in public safety and education. The proposal represents a starting point for budget negotiations that will occur in and out of public view through the 2025 Legislature. Highlights of the $17.9 billion proposal include a top-bracket rate cut for state income taxes and a homeowner property tax relief provision...
GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on November 23, 2024 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 11/22/24 00:05 CFS24-162612 DOMESTIC GALLATIN RD and RAINBOW RANCH RD LE - Case Generated 00:13 CFS24-162614 DUI NORRIS RD and VILLAGE CENTER LN LE - GOA / UTL 00:42 CFS24-162618 PATROL CHECK BAXTER LN E and ACCESS (0.0 miles) LE - Documented 01:11 CFS24-162623 TRAFFIC STOP LE - Warning 01:19 CFS24-162624 PATROL CHECK GOOCH HILL RD and GALLAHAD WAY LE - Documented 02:03 CFS24-162632 PATROL CHECK HIGHWAY 287 and DRIVEWAY (126.2 LE - Agency... Full story
GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on November 24, 2024 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 11/23/24 00:09 CFS24-163201 PATROL CHECK LE - Documented 00:13 CFS24-163204 TRAFFIC STOP LE - Warning 00:21 CFS24-163212 SUSPICIOUS POELMAN LN and BRANCH ST (100.8 LE - Unable to 00:41 CFS24-163222 AGENCY ASSIST LE - Documented 00:54 CFS24-163230 PATROL CHECK OUSEL FALLS RD and SOUTH FORK RD LE - Documented 01:00 CFS24-163231 PATROL CHECK TOWN CENTER AVE and OUSEL FALLS LE - Documented 01:04 CFS24-163233 TRAFFIC STOP LE - Warning 01:05... Full story
MEDIA REPORT Printed on November 25, 2024 CFS Date/Time Street Name Code : Description 11/17/24 01:44 HWY 69 NB ANIMAL : Animal 11/17/24 06:14 N PINE ST NOISE : Noise 11/17/24 07:21 24 : 24/7 11/17/24 07:51 24 : 24/7 11/17/24 08:28 24 : 24/7 11/17/24 08:31 24 : 24/7 11/17/24 08:38 24 : 24/7 11/17/24 09:34 FOLLOWUP : Follow up 11/17/24 09:36 46.36572, -111.70985 TRESPASS : Trespass 11/17/24 09:51 E ST/HWY 287 TSTOP : Traffic Stop 11/17/24 09:58 FOLLOWUP : Follow up 11/17/24 10:41 TSTOP : Traffic Stop 11/17/24 10:46 I 90 WEAPON : Weapon Violation... Full story
GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on November 25, 2024 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 11/24/24 00:08 CFS24-163693 DOMESTIC LE - Case Generated 00:09 CFS24-163696 PATROL CHECK W CAMERON BRIDGE RD and LE - Documented 00:10 CFS24-163697 PATROL CHECK RIVER ROCK RD and NORTH SHORE DRLE - Documented 00:17 CFS24-163702 TRAFFIC STOP LE - Documented 00:35 CFS24-163713 SUSPICIOUS CANDLELIGHT DR and WILLOW BLVD LE - Documented 00:49 CFS24-163715 TRESPASS NORTH STAR LN and GARDEN DR (32.9 LE - GOA / UTL 00:57 CFS24-163719 TRAFFIC STOP... Full story
GCSO Calls for Service Yesterday Printed on November 26, 2024 Time Call # Type of Call Location Result 11/25/24 00:26 CFS24-164126 PATROL CHECK INTERSTATE 90 HWY and ACCESS (0.1 LE - Documented 00:32 CFS24-164128 CIVIL LAURA LOUISE LN and DRIVEWAY (73.4 LE - Civil 00:34 CFS24-164129 PATROL CHECK WOODEN SHOE LN and WOODEN SHOELE - Documented 00:48 CFS24-164132 PATROL CHECK CHURCHILL RD and DRIVEWAY (158.9 LE - Documented 01:01 CFS24-164136 PATROL CHECK W CAMERON BRIDGE RD and LE - Documented 01:11 CFS24-164137 FOLLOW UP MACKENZIE PL and ROYAL... Full story
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