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Main Street was full of spirit at last week's Three Forks Christmas Stroll. Voice photos by Jack H. Smith...
Some amazing new artwork is hanging on the walls in the Three Forks Middle School/High School Library. Librarian Kerri Moore said the library was updated during the district's recent construction and remodel, which resulted in an accent wall ideal for displaying artwork. "Previously, a Three Forks graduate and fabulous artist, Jacob Ramsey, gave me a sketch of an elephant that I greatly admired. I told him I would have it framed and display it in the library. That spawned the idea of adding... Full story
With a theme of "A Very Vintage Christmas," it's once again time for the Three Forks Chamber of Commerce Christmas Stroll, with this year's annual event scheduled for Saturday, December 14, from Noon to 6 p.m. Vendors at the 2024 Stroll will be located outside on Main Street and inside various locations, including the Three Rivers Senior Center, the Sacajawea Hotel's Event Tent, and the Rebekah's Lodge. Main Street in Three Forks will be closed to traffic from Neal Street to Date Street from... Full story
The Three Forks FAA is selling raffle tickets for a beautiful holiday quilt made by the Quilt 4 Fun Group. The quilt also comes with a hot cocoa basket that includes mugs, cocoa mix, and several extra toppings. The FFA members have the raffle tickets and will also be selling them at the Three Forks Christmas Stroll on Saturday, December 14. The drawing will also take place that night, and you do not need to be present to win. If you are interested in purchasing tickets, they are $10 for 1 or 5...
Despite the absence of snow, the holiday spirit in Three Forks is as strong as ever, with the town gearing up for the annual Christmas Stroll and a renewed focus on supporting families in need. As festive lights brighten the streets, the spirit of generosity and compassion fills the air. This year, Three Forks FCCLA is excited to celebrate the rebranding of its annual Sub for Santa project into Santa's Hat, a beloved project that continues to bring hope and warmth to families. The project has...
The 2025 Mason Moore Foundation Calendars are now available for purchase. These calendars are a wonderful opportunity to not only find a great gift but also help the organization that provides grant funding for Law Enforcement agencies across Montana. The calendars can be purchased for $15 online or at the Mason Moore Foundation office at 125 S. Broadway Unit 4 in Manhattan. Jodi Moore added that they will also be sold at the Manhattan Christmas Stroll on December 12 and the Three Forks...
Sandy O'Rourke is again collecting items for her "Sox 4 Seniors" project. Last year, longtime Three Forks resident Sandy O'Rourke, alongside a good friend and local artist, worked together to fundraise and distribute almost 40 Christmas stockings to local senior citizens. Each stocking holds a pair of warm socks, mini personal care items, Christmas Cards prepared with postage, candy, and more. Donations from local businesses such as Three Forks Floral, Family Dollar, and Hollowtop Heating and... Full story
The annual Christmas Party for the Three Forks Area Historical Society will be Thursday, December 12, at 6:00 PM in the Methodist Church Annex. We will have a potluck dinner with baked ham and punch provided. Please bring a salad, hot dish or dessert to share with the group. We will be playing a very fun dice game, so please bring 3 wrapped white elephant gifts! The gifts can be from fun to ridiculous to nice (but definitely not expensive)! Everyone is encouraged to bring a food donation for our local Headwaters Food Bank. ALL are invited to...
A group of seven elementary and middle school-aged students gather around a triangle of three tables in the center of Malmborg School, an octagonal building that has stood on this land on Jackson Creek Road near Bozeman Pass for nearly 120 years. The students – in first, second, fourth, sixth and eighth grades – use crayons to draw airplanes, flowers, fish and more on their own kite-shaped piece of Tyvek. Some cut lengths of ribbon to serve as streamers. Two Montana State University stu...
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
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...
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...
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
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...
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...
A holiday event later this week in Three Forks will feature over 50 vendors. The Holidazzle Holiday Show is scheduled for Saturday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Three Forks High School Gym. According to one of the organizers, Brooke McLees, she started the show a few years ago, and this year, Lana Torrence asked to help, which got her excited about the event again. McLees said there will be a huge variety of items at the show, including homemade jewelry, horseshoe art, pens,... Full story
It will be a busy winter for Headwaters Trails System Director Gene Townsend. At last week's Three Forks City Council meeting, the governing body gave Townsend the go-ahead to apply for $100,000 grants to the Montana Trail Stewardship Program and the Montana Recreational Trail Program. According to Townsend, the maximum amount you can apply for with each grant is $100,000, with the trail system usually paying the 10 percent match for the Montana Trail Stewardship Program Grant. He added that for...
A new six-year, $3 million grant-funded project at Montana State University will support dozens of science, technology, engineering and math teachers in rural and underserved areas of Montana as they work toward graduate degrees in science education or deepen their expertise as teachers. The project ultimately aims to strengthen STEM education for students in rural areas of the state. The grant comes from the National Science Foundation's Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, which works to...
October 2024 brought 28 calls for Three Forks Ambulance. It was a month focused on training and developing our new team members and striving to serve our community. We are excited to say we've continued adding EMTs and Drivers to our roster, with a total crew size of 23 personnel at present. There continues to be a strong need for local drivers that can operate the ambulance for our EMTs. We will train from zero experience and drivers must be 18 years of age or older. See our website, 3faa.org... Full story
It was another great weekend for the Three Forks High School Speech and Drama team. Competing for the second time this season last weekend in Conrad, the Wolves came away with a second-place finish in Drama and third place in Speech. Lance Demaray dazzled at the meet, finishing first in Student Prepared Oral Interpretation. The dynamic crew of Zane Pauzauskie, Taylor Teske, Zoe Dabling, and Layna Vanderby continued their strong start to the 2024 campaign with a second-place finish in Classic... Full story
Headwaters Area Food Bank Operations Manager Emily Smith expects to provide over 100 full Thanksgiving meals in 2024. According to Smith, HAFB is providing the meal, including the bird, for anyone who signs up, and they will be delivering Thanksgiving boxes to Clarkston on November 15, to Harrison on November 21, and a small delivery to Pony at to be determined date. "For our customers that visit us in-store, we will be handing out boxes the week before Thanksgiving during our store hours,"... Full story
Earlier this month, the Three Forks Education Foundation awarded its annual Teacher Grants. This year, a total of $5,055.66 was awarded to seven Three Forks educators. "I am super excited we are able to support the teachers. With all the budget cuts going on, anything that can help the teachers out in the classroom is what our foundation is all about," Foundation Member Terri Howey said. Three Forks Elementary Principal Steve Fanning received $2,000 for the "Big Sky Literacy Summit." Fanning...
The annual Can the Griz food drive, a friendly off-field competition between Montana State University and the University of Montana, will be collecting donations Nov. 9-23. The battle to see which school and community can collect the most donations for their local food bank is now in its 25th year. "Can the Griz is the Gallatin Valley Food Bank's biggest food drive of the year – the food and money raised in these two weeks will help keep the shelves stocked well into next year," said Kim C...
To celebrate our hunting heritage in Montana, Gov. Greg Gianforte launched the third annual Youth Hunting Story Contest in August for Montana youth and apprentice hunters ages 10 to 17. The deadline to enter the contest is Monday, Dec. 2, 2024. To enter the contest, hunters must submit a story of no more than 500 words and a photo from their 2024 hunt. Hunters must be Montana residents and licensed hunters or apprentice hunters between the ages of 10 and 17. Eligible entries include harvesting any legal game, furbearer animals or birds in...
