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Draining the swamp, again?

Has any newly elected president so vehemently repudiated his predecessor? In Big Horn County, we have a deep sense of respect for family, our nation and our President. I assumed

Hearings and Showmanship

The worst thing about a Congressional closeddoor hearing is that the opposition does not get any press when they posture and pontificate on the unfairness of whatever. The best thing

Reporter’s Notebook

Headlines in 1926 described it as “the most shocking tragedy” in the history of Big Horn County. However, one could say that this tragedy was not so shocking because the

How to avoid eye contact with carbs

When we last met, I believe I mentioned something about what happens in 10 days when you don’t make eye contact with carbohydrates. Imagine walking around your school, office, the

A touch of grace

Ajarring news story hit us with a gut-punch recently. Amber Guyger, a white police officer returning home from work in Dallas, shot and killed an unarmed black man as he

New columnist to focus on health and wellness issues

Editor’s note: I would like to take this opportunity to introduce our newest local columnist, Dr. Cheryl Birdhat-Polacek. She is among the healthiest and most educated people I know. Her

Montana Wildlife Federation: Elk hunters should speak out about seasons, management

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I watched and listened in awe during my first year of hunting elk as a large bull screamed, nose flared, while he herded his cows from a bugling challenger. That

Our leaders owe us civil discourse

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“Why do men fight who were born to be brothers?” was the question posed by Confederate General James Longstreet after the American Civil War. During that war, the day after

Food bank fundraiser tickets available

Leaves are starting to change, the air is crisp and an evening by the fire sounds perfect. That means the annual Holiday Hoedown to benefit Helping Hands food bank is near! This year the hoedown will be late fall, taking place at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, October 26 in the Hardin High School Commons.

This annual event includes dinner, live and silent auctions, and most importantly, a night of community entertainment, in support of our mission to fight hunger for all in Big Horn County.

Birthdays, flu shots, and a field trip finish out busy week at center

On September 18 we held our birthday dinner at the Hardin Senior Center. Birthday guests included Lance Pedersen, Ruth Barnes, Linda Boggio, Ardell Anderson, Leroy Link and Hazel Zier. The hostess this month was Clara Eshleman. Each birthday person had a special “goody” cup and the table was decorated for a party.

The birthday cake was donated by Cliff and Shirley Groombridge, made at Reece and Ray’s IGA bakery in Hardin.

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