Week of December 5, 2024
Week of December 5, 2024
What Do You Call Someone Who's Happy on Mondays? Retired! Retirement is wonderful-it's doing nothing without worrying about getting caught at it. After 63 years of dedication and leadership at Stockmens Bank and in the Cascade community, Murry Moore was honored with a Retirement Celebration at the Wedsworth Hall last Saturday evening. Despite the bone-chilling weather, the hall was packed with well-wishers from town, the surrounding area, and even from out of state. This legacy of friends is a...
Congratulations to Cascade High School senior Nordika Göetze, who was recently featured in a KRTV report for winning the Cascade County Deputy Sheriff Association's license plate design competition. Her design, inspired by Montana's natural beauty, will become a statewide license plate option in 2025, pending state approval. Art teacher Christa Hardy expressed her pride in Nordika and her fellow students: "Super proud of Nordika-she is one talented artist with a bright future! We also had...
There is a piece of history that meanders from Cascade County into Lewis and Clark. Part of the old Mullan Road, it was once the main road from the river town of Fort Benton to Helena. In the old newspapers, it goes by several names: The Benton Road, South Birdtail Road, Birdtail Road, Birdtail Divide Road. I had never ventured into the area, but after getting a call from area rancher Joe Barrett, I recently made the trip to Birdtail. Joe Barret had given me a call a few days before a meeting...
Cascade Public Schools' after-school program, commonly known as the XCELL program, is set to be terminated at the end of the calendar year. Cascade’s superintendent, Levi Collins, issued a notice regarding the program's termination on Monday, December 2, at approximately 12 p.m. The notice, posted publicly on the school district’s Facebook page, states that the program is ending due to a lack of funding. “Unless alternative funding is secured or an outside organization steps in to take...
HELENA – Muzzleloader heritage season opens on Saturday, Dec. 14, and runs through Sunday, Dec. 22. This season is for heritage muzzleloaders only; no other means of taking game, such as archery, is allowed. Note that some areas have elk shoulder seasons through Feb. 15, where firearms and archery equipment may be allowed. Hunters should also note that many of Montana’s Block Management Areas (BMAs), even though they are open for upland bird or waterfowl through Jan. 1, are not allowing...
Kael Smith, a freshman at Cascade Public Schools, is set to compete for a saddle bronc world title at the Yeti Junior World Finals this week in Las Vegas at the Wrangler Arena. A dedicated rodeo athlete, Kael also excels in football and wrestling, showcasing his determination and versatility. Kael extends heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported him throughout the year, especially his sponsors: Montana Game Warden Association, Dana Ranch, Ox Bow Ranch, Sage DuBois Photography, YD...
A small group, including mayor Wes Seabolt and several city employees, gathered at Atkinson Park on Monday night for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. The Girl Scouts were on hand at the gazebo, offering treats of hot apple cider, cocoa, and candy canes. Christmas music filled the air as the flag waved gently in the night breeze, adding to the festive...
Central Avenue is closed from 2nd Street South to 3rd Street South. The closure began on Monday, December 2, and the road will remain inaccessible through Friday, December 13. to accomodate sewer updates that are taking place in Cascade. A detour has been provided for all through traffic via 1st Avenue North. This detour will accommodate vehicles of parents dropping off and picking up their children at Cascade Public Schools. School buses will also be required to use this route. For any further...
Cascade’s grocery store, 468 Market, is hosting a Toys for Tots drop box near the fishing supplies at the front of the store. Sponsored by the U.S. Marine Corps, the program collects toys, books, and games for children in need during the Christmas season. Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be made through the second week of December. The campaign, which began on October 1, aims to bring holiday cheer to kids in...
The Montana Historical Society is featuring a variety of festive events this holiday season, while also sharing a bit of information on historic preservation. On Dec. 7, from noon to 4 p.m., the MTHS invites community members of all ages to attend a special holiday open house at the Original Governor’s Mansion in celebration of the winter season. Visitors can admire the decorations and explore the historic house at their leisure while enjoying the merry piano tunes of Frank Kuntz, from noon to 2 p.m., followed by songs from Victorian...
The Ultimate Indoor Garage Sale will be held Saturday, January 11, 2025 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Wedsworth Memorial Hall. Tables for this event are $15 each or 2 for $25. Applications available at Cascade Town Hall, 9 Front Street North in Cascade Let’s kick start our Spring...
HELENA – With less than a week to go before the final day of the general season, hunters can help ensure the future of public access for generations to come. During these final days, remember “It’s Up to Us. Respect access. Protect the hunt.” This is a message from FWP and partners to encourage hunters to always practice conscientious behavior and show respect for private land and the access landowners provide. There are five actions hunters can take to show respect for landowners to...
December 2, 2024, WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, 17 Republican governors sent a joint letter to Congress expressing their concerns about the delayed passage of an updated Farm Bill. In the letter, the governors argued that the reauthorization of a Farm Bill and immediate assistance in the interim will allow farmers and ranchers to do what they do best—provide for America and feed the world. The governors wrote: Domestic agricultural production is a matter of national security. If a country can’t feed itself, fuel itself, or fight for itself,...
The Cascade High School girls’ basketball team tipped off their season with the first practice on November 21. This year’s roster boasts a balanced mix of experience, with seven returning players and nine exciting new additions. The team is embracing change, displaying positive attitudes, and showing a strong commitment to hard work. With impressive speed and athleticism across the board, fans can expect to see fast-paced games featuring dynamic offensive and defensive strategies. Adding to the excitement are first-year Head Coach Raija...
The wrestling season is underway, and with it comes an exciting mix of new talent and seasoned athletes. This year, the Cascade High School wrestling team welcomes new members Colten Moulding and Kalen Vanek on the boys' team. Joining the girls' roster are Adelein Goetze, Allie Park, Courtney Wright, and Kyleigh Siversten. Returning wrestlers include Kael Smith, Elijah Kennerson, Payton Johnson, Kegan Vanek, Trevor Standley, Cole Standley, Cody Park, Aaron Sawyer, Bridger Lewis, Eddie Formell,...
The Cascade High School boys’ basketball team officially began preparations for the 2024-25 season with their first practice on November 21. Over the past few weeks, the team has been hard at work, aiming to defend their District 10C title from last season and achieve an even stronger performance in the Northern C Divisional Tournament. This year, 15 Badgers will take the court, led by seniors Tyler Lane and Ian McKamey. The Badgers enter the season following a productive offseason. Open gym sessions, which started last March, were well...
December is here—a time when children eagerly anticipate the celebration of Christmas. For many, it is also a season to reflect on the birth of Jesus Christ. However, December 25 is not historically the actual day of Jesus’s birth. The date has roots in ancient pagan winter festivals, such as the pre-Christian Roman festival of Saturnalia. Saturnalia, held in mid-December, honored Saturn, the god of agriculture and time. According to History.com, it involved feasting, gambling, gift-giving, and role reversals between masters and slaves....
The First Baptist Church of Cascade hosted its annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday, November 28, at Wedsworth Hall. This local event provides a free Thanksgiving dinner to those who may not have one or to anyone who simply wishes to attend. The church also delivers meals to individuals who are unable to travel to the hall, including workers at the Great Falls Detention Center and elderly residents of Cascade who have difficulty leaving their homes. The Community Thanksgiving Dinner...
December brings snow, twinkling lights, festive songs, and the magic of St. Nick. But beyond the celebrations, the month has witnessed historic phenomena and events worth remembering. The 1807 Meteorite Shower: Space Invaders of the Past On December 14, 1807, in Weston, Connecticut, a blazing fireball lit up the early morning sky. Witnesses described it as two-thirds the size of the moon, with sounds resembling cannonballs rolling on a wooden floor. Explosions followed as the meteor shattered upon entering Earth’s atmosphere at 65,000 mph,...
