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King House project receives MHF grant
The Montana History Foundation has awarded the Upper Blackfoot Valley Historical Society a grant of $10,000 in support of the Matt King House Project. Carissa Beckwith, Grants... — Updated 3/25/2020
My Smart Mouth: Wolves at the door
One of the hottest debates I have witnessed in this part of the country during my lifetime has been on the “re-introduction” of wolves. Please note that I place the term “re-introduction” in quotes, because the wolves that... — Updated 7/2/2019
Social Entrepreneur Class gets dirty for fundraising
Lincoln Schools teacher Laura Bullis' Social Entrepreneurship class is slated to host a "Mud Run" for charity Saturday, June first. The Freshmen-level class dedicates the last... — Updated 5/29/2019
Envision Lincoln Health & Wellness team launching Farmers Market in June
Farm fresh produce, handmade foodstuffs, unique arts and crafts, and live music are just some of the attractions browsers will find at the new Lincoln Farmer's Market throughout... — Updated 5/22/2019
Weaving it forward
When weaver Teri Fitzgerald was gifted a wealth of basketry materials, she immediately wanted to share the windfall. "I knew right away that I wanted to do something with the... — Updated 5/15/2019
My Smart Mouth: Generations
Recently, someone introduced themselves to me as “[insert name here], fourth generation Montanan, ranching family.” “Wow,” thought I. “This individual is awfully proud of their heritage – a sentiment I can understand... — Updated 5/7/2019
BPSW tourism award reflects community impacts seen by local businesses
In a nod to Blackfoot Pathways: Sculpture in the Wild's cultural and economic impact, the Montana Office of Tourism and Business Development recently awarded the sculpture park... — Updated 5/1/2019
Lincoln grad shares love of ceramics with LHS art students
2011 Lincoln Schools graduate Gabe Harris returned to his Alma Mater last Thursday to bring his love of ceramics to junior high and high school students as a part of a course... — Updated 4/23/2019
Into the Drink
April 15th marks the one-hundred-and-seventh anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, a catastrophic accident that resulted in tragic loss of life and still serves as a monument... — Updated 4/10/2019
Historical Society, Heritage Alliance merge
As part of an effort to revitalize the Upper Blackfoot Valley Historical Society by capturing twentieth century history, the UBVHS welcomed locals Joe Youderian and Francis Beehler... — Updated 4/10/2019
Council for the Arts bringing popular ventriloquist to Lincoln
The Lincoln Council for the Arts has sponsored two performances by nationally recognized ventriloquist Lynn Trefzger, who is slated to bring her vocal illusion talents to Lincoln... — Updated 4/3/2019
Lincoln Ambulance establishes scholarship honoring Frisbee
The Lincoln Volunteer Ambulance has voted to establish a new memorial scholarship in honor of first responder Bill Frisbee. Longtime LVA volunteer and board member Emily Rundell... — Updated 3/26/2019
Lincoln School to increase minimum age to attend preschool next year
The Lincoln School Board has voted to raise the minimum age to attend Lincoln's free pre-school from three to four years old. Montana is one of nine states without state funded... — Updated 3/20/2019
Sculpture in the Wild a finalist for tourism award
Blackfoot Pathways: Sculpture in the Wild has been chosen as one of three finalists up to receive a Montana Tourism Award in the category of Heritage and Cultural Tourism. Nominated alongside Sculpture in the Wild are Helena’s... — Updated 3/19/2019
My Smart Mouth: Columbus Don't
Having been raised in a rather traditional lifestyle and culture, I by no means consider myself a person who places no value in the past. Having said that, I like to think that I also recognize the danger inherent in clinging... — Updated 2/27/2019
Lincoln Skatepark submits formal design proposal to County Commission
Plans to bring a skatepark to Lincoln are gaining momentum as Lewis and Clark County officials’ enthusiasm for the project grows. Community Coordinator Karyn Good, who agreed to help the Lincoln Skatepark Committee with... — Updated 2/20/2019
Luck, a donation and trip to Virginia bring a new ambulance to Lincoln
After a couple of lucky breaks, the Lincoln Volunteer Ambulance was recently able to bring home a new ambulance to serve Lincoln. "We found it on one of our EMS sites on Facebook... — Updated 2/13/2019
My Smart Mouth: Honest Mistakes
I think I may have unwittingly traumatized my kid this weekend. She’s stoic, so it’s hard to tell, but I have the sneaking suspicion that I’ll be hearing about this incident over Thanksgiving dinner in about ten years.... — Updated 1/30/2019
Air Feeback
After eight years with the Montana Department of Transportation, Lincoln native Hayes Feeback is moving on to pursue a lifelong dream. "This summer I...did a check ride for my... — Updated 1/30/2019
Snow problem? No problem! Lincoln volunteers make Skijor Lincoln happen
A s last weekend's third annual Skijor Lincoln approached, an unexpected lack of snow fueled rumors that the event would have to be cancelled. However, the Lincoln Valley Chamber... — Updated 1/22/2019
My Smart Mouth: Woman's Best Friend
Despite having grown up surrounded by animals – or perhaps because of it – I am not a card-carrying member of the dog lover’s club. Before you rally a lynch mob, let me explain my position by saying that I was raised... — Updated 1/16/2019
Lincoln fish pond plan to be revived, revisited
In March of 2015, Lincoln area Game Warden Ezra Schwalm was all set to move forward with an application to a Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks public fishing pond grant program. Schwalm, who originally became aware of the program... — Updated 1/16/2019
Changes ahead for structure of Lincoln School administration
The retirement of Lincoln Schools Superintendent/Principal Carla Anderson at the end of this school year could mean a change in the structure of the school's administration.... — Updated 1/9/2019
Lincoln science teacher retiring at end of school year
Times change, and kids grow up, but for twenty-six years George Pierce, recognizable in his trademark daily ties, has remained a fixture at Lincoln Schools. When Pierce hired on as... — Updated 1/9/2019
A love note to Betty Lou
Any rancher will tell you that cows have no great respect for excuse or circumstance. In times of joy or grief, hardship or plenty, celebration or sadness, one aspect of ranch life... — Updated 1/3/2019
