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February 19, 2020 Volume XVIII Issue 4

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Call for Volunteers, Quilt Show Entries, & Booth Gallery Begins for the 71st Montana Seed Show 800-756-1817 w w w. Tr i c i a s Tr a d e r. c o m 6,000 copies in print distributed across the NorthCentral Montana Hi-Line E m a i l n e w s t o i n f o @ t r i c i a t r a d e r. c o m

The 71st Montana Seed Show is scheduled for March 12, 13, & 14, and planning is underway. The event was first organized in 1949 the same year as the Harlem FFA or Snake Butte FFA organization, and the Seed Show continues to remain the only one still going on in the state.

Interested individuals, groups, and organizations who want to host a booth at the Show can reserve a space for only $50 for a 5'x8' space. Contact the Seed Show Planning Committee via their Facebook page or by e-mail at montanaseedshow@ group.facebook.com to register your booth for the March event.

Paul & Kellie Rassmussen are eager to hear from new and returning Seed Show participants to push up their sleeves and “dig into” the task of getting ready for this annual favorite to promote agribusiness, healthy lifestyle choices, and other educational outreach to the hi-line. Planning and call for volunteers meetings will be open to the public; information will be posted to the group's Facebook page or is available by stopping by Richman Insurance or The Clothing Company in Harlem.

Quilt Show entries will be accepted through March 6th at Richman Insurance in Harlem. Additional contacts to get more information include Sharon Goodrich 379-2663 or Carla Becker 353-2256 or 353-2213. The dates for the Quilt Show will be Friday, March 13th and Saturday, March 14th.

A Health Fair will be provided, in part, by the “It Starts With Me” health organization from Missoula. To register for screenings, call 1-800-217-5866 or visit www.itstartswithme. com.

The Women's Interest group will hold an interest meeting and host the Montana Actors' Theatre (MAT) on Saturday, March 14th @ 11 a.m., location at the Harlem High School TBA. The interest meeting will host a free presentation of the MAT production of “Mama Mia” and include refreshments.

The Men's Interest Group will host an event on Friday, March 13th with an agricultural focus; last year the Men's Group invited a speaker from Purdue.

Watch the next issue of Tricia's Trader for a complete schedule and further items of interest for the 2020 Montana Seed Show.

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THINGS TO KNOW:

POSITION OPENING Project Administrator

for Ranchers Stewardship Alliance of Malta.

Full-time position; possible part-time and/or remote options for the right candidate.

A new position to further the mission of the RSA. RSA is a non-profit organization led by conservation-minded volunteers, many of whom are ranchers. We focus on the importance of ranch families and their contributions to their communities, to the ecosystems they manage, and to feeding the world. Looking for a motivated individual who understands private landowners and landowners stewardship issues, as well as the complex relationship they have with public lands and our conservation partners.

Complete job description may be requested by emailing ranchstewards@gmail.com. Questions may be directed to Leo Barthelmess at (406)654-4667 or Conni French at (406)658-2644.

Help Wanted: Valley Drug at Malta is looking for a full-time, FOR SALE: BARGAIN PRICING front end clerk. Benefits available. on 14 to 100 foot Bridges, 8 to 36 Stop in for an application.

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CONTENTS:

ARTICLES:

Call for Volunteers, Quilt Show Entries, & Booth Gallery Begins for the 71st Montana Seed Show................................................1 2020 Mid-Winter Fair: Envisioning the Future, Embracing the Past......................2 Hunter Education Classes are Offered in Havre........................................................5 Blaine County Conservation District Welcomes New Supervisor......................6 Hunter Education Classes offered Across Northeast MT for youth and Adults.......................................................9 Walleyes unlimited Chapter Seeks New Members................................................11

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Ad Placement.......................................... 8 Dave Says...............................................11 Joyce Meyer Ministries............................5 Laugh Lines............................................. 8 Ranching For Profit..................................4 Realty Section........................................11 Sudoku.................................................... 8 Things to Know........................................ 2

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2-II For Sale: Whispering Winds: A History of the Big Flat 750 page hardcover book celebrating Turner, Montana’s centennial. Get your copy today for only $100. Visit www.turnermontana.us or call Edward Snider at 406-353-2934. x

Feb. 20:

Thu.: 6:00 p.m. CHINOOK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING, 313 Indiana St., Chinook. Seeking new board members, consider joining.

Feb 25:

@ 6 p.m.: Kombucha Basics. What is Kombucha? How do you prepare it? What does it taste like? Havre Middle School Home Ec Room 162. Class fee is $19. Contact Jaden at 395- 8550 ex 6716 or communityed@blueponyk12.com for details.

March. 4th:

@ 12 noon: Farmers Business Network Chemical Hub Launch in Havre on March 4th to launch the opening of a new ware house. Topics include: FBN Overview, HUB model, Market Updates, FNB Direct programs and new products carried by FNB. FREE to all Farmers! Donovan AG, 3155 9th St E. Call Chris Hereim at 406-380-2860 to RSVP or for details.

March 10 -13:

Young Child Check-ups from Birth up to 5 years in age are scheduled for March 10th to 13th from 8:30-4p.m. @ Van Orsdal Methodist Church, 410 5th Avenue in Havre. Please call 406-395-8550 to register. Health Screenings, Immunizations, and School Registration will be available. Infants & Toddlers: Tues. Mar. 10; Ages 3- 5 years: Wed., Thu., & Fri.

March 19:

Beekeeping Workshop: An educational workshop for both the novice and seasoned beekeeper alike! Registration through the MSU Extension Valley County Office requested: 228-6241 or smills@montana.edu . There is a $20 fee for lunch.

March 28: Havre is hosting the 2020 Hi-Line Brewfest. There will be

music, food, good times, and yes, there will be plenty of some

of the best craft beer anywhere. Bear Paw Ski Bowl just half

hour south of Havre. $15 to taste brews, wine, and cider.

Includes a commemorative 8 oz tasking glass to the first 1000

attendees and 2 drink tickets. Live music and great food available!

April 26:

8a – 5 p: Bearpaw Bowmen Spring Archery Shoot – Eagles visit http://bearpawbomen.com or call 265-4572

Let us know what’s happening in your area. It’s free and it gets read!

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Help Wanted: The Nursing Program and Environmental Science Departments at Aaniiih Nakoda College (ANC) is calling for applicants to fill the following positions: Nurse Education Program Director & Instructors (3) of Nursing, Hydrology, & Environmental Science. Application details, preferred qualifications, and job descriptions are available Help Wanted: Malta Boys & at http://www.ancollege.edu 2-II Girls Club is now hiring! We are looking for individuals who have experience with youth ages 5-18, reliable, self-motivated, energetic, and a team member mindset! The ideal canddiate will also be able to develop creative daily programs to implement with enthusiasm.

Starting wages are above minimum wage and DOE. To apply please stop by the Front Desk at 101 S. 7th ST West in Malta or call Club Director, Sonia Young, at 654-2378.

Positions are open until filled. 2-I Help Wanted: Fort Belknap Tribal Housing Authority is looking to fill 2 permanent/full-time positions: Occupancy Technician & Administrative Assistant. Position announcements close Feb. 10 @ 5 p.m. Any questions? Call Harlan Mount @353-2601 ex25.

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Have you ever sworn an oath to uphold the U.S. Constitution? Check out www.OathKeepers.org .

11-x Help Wanted: Walleyes Unlimited is without a President, a Treasurer, and a head cook. There is marginal attendance at meetings.

Please contact John Demarais at 406-301-1075, or Dan Voegel for more information.

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2020 Mid-Winter Fair: Envisioning the Future, Embracing the Past

HOLY COW! Big Sky Images & Collectibles has America's largest retail displays of Ruana & USA Made Old Timer & Uncle Henry Knives.

Havre Holiday Village Mall 406-399-6522 http://www. bigskyimages.com.

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Earlier this month marked the 52nd anniversary of the Mid-Winter Fair at Fort Belknap. The MSU Fort Belknap Indian Reservation Extension Agency organized this year's event at the Bingo Hall. This was another huge success and a welcome break from the cold that included many great kid- and familyfriendly events.

Three Strikes Headstart Center took home the 1st place Ribbon and bragging rights for the overall winner of the booth judging contest. The headstart students and teachers created a stunning display of student talent that included miniature parfleche and beaded corn crafts, feathers, and “When I Grow Up” paper dolls that included each student's goals for the future.

A Youth Day took place on Friday that included games and guest speaker, social worker, and comedian Donovan Archambault, Jr., thanks to the Aaniiih Nakoda College Library and a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The Mid-Winter Fair festivities concluded with the powwow that featured a Street Dance Special sponsored by For Sale by Owner: 10 acres of Hannah Haseagle.

Country Property, divided into 5 pastures w/ 5 bed, 2 ba. house w/ 2100 sq. ft. living area + 400 sq. ft. bsmt used for utilities, elec. generator just-in-case, and 2280 sq. ft. building w/ electricity, 6" fiberglass insul. throughout, divided into 38'x40' shop area w/ 14' ceilings (16'x13' door), and 3-car garage w/ elec. doors and 8' ceiling.

Also an old barn w/ hayloft. 16 mi. east of Havre. ONLY $280,000.

Call Douglas Plouffe at 406-3572487 for showing.

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For Sale: '89 Pete 362 Cab-over.

3406b Cat. 9speed trans. Good running truck, just not enough power to pull our doubles. Has brand new A/C system, just needs new lines. Tires have almost full tread. Call 399-1151.

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Ranching For Profit Blog - Dave Pratt Healthy Land, Happy Families and Profitable Businesses www.ranchingforprofit.com

Smart Debt

A lot of people tell me that they want to be “debt free.” They are tired of making big interest payments on land, livestock, machinery and their operating note. They have had too many sleepless nights worrying about making the next payment. They believe that if they didn’t have to borrow money they would be more profitable and financially secure.

But the proper use of debt makes us more profitable, not less. And being debt free doesn’t make us financially secure. In fact, for most of us, short of winning the lottery, the appropriate use of debt is our only realistic path to financial security.

The problem isn’t debt, it’s our misuse of debt. The two most common ways we misuse debt are:

We put finance first and economics a distant second

We use debt on the wrong things.

Using debt effectively begins with understanding the difference between economics and finance. It boils down to this: In economics we ask, “Is this profitable?” In finance we ask, “Can I afford to do it?” If we are going to be smart about our use of debt, economics must come first. If it isn’t profitable you don’t have to worry about how you’ll pay for it, because you shouldn’t do it in the first place.

When RFP grads evaluate the profitability of a livestock enterprise they include opportunity interest on the herd as a direct cost in the calculation.

If the enterprise has a healthy gross margin it tells us that borrowing money to expand the herd will increase profit. If we haven’t included opportunity interest in our calculation we can’t be sure if expanding the herd is a good idea.

The other problem is that people use debt on the wrong things. There are two primary places where we put money in our businesses: fixed assets and working capital. Simply put, fixed assets are things we intend to keep (e.g. land, cows, infrastructure, vehicles, equipment). Working capital is the money tied up in things we intend to sell (e.g. calves). Most of us have most of our money invested in fixed assets. This is the biggest financial problem in agriculture. It’s a problem because when most of our money is tied up in things we intend to keep, we have relatively little to sell and generate very little income relative to the value of our assets. Making matters worse, a lot of the income that we do create gets spent maintaining the fixed assets.

That’s why most ranchers are wealthy on their balance sheet and broke in their bank account.

Borrowing to buy fixed assets may be a smart long-term investment strategy, but it might cause you to go belly-up in the short term. We’d be better off to use debt to buy assets that directly produce income.

We shouldn’t be afraid to borrow money, provided the economics of our enterprise is rock-solid and we use the borrowed money to buy income producing assets.

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BIG SKY IMAGES & CvOLLECTIBLES Havre Holiday Village Mall 406-399-6522 2-I Help Wanted: Big Flat Electric Co-op., Inc. is seeking a qualified applicant for a journeyman or apprentice lineman position.

Successful candidate will possess a great attitude, good work ethic & be committed to safety/service.

Must possess valid Montana CDL Class A license; must pass preemployment drug test & physical.

Call (406) 654-2040 or visit www. bigflatelectric.com for an appl. & job description. Submit application, cover letter and resume’ to: Big Flat Electric Co-op., Inc. at PO Box 229, Malta, MT 59538 or by email to: kari@bigflatelectric.com. App. must be rec. in the office by 5:00 p.m. on February 26, 2020.

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Enjoying Everyday Life Joyce Meyer

Expectations That Build a Great Marriage

My husband, Dave, and I have been married over 50 years, and I can honestly say we have a great marriage. But it didn’t start out that way. Like many people, I learned that it takes effort and a willingness to let God change us if we’re going to have a healthy marriage. One of the most important things we can do is examine our expectations.

Having unrealistic expectations can sabotage a marriage before it ever begins. So many people enter marriage expecting their spouse to be something they are not. Or they have the unrealistic expectation that he or she will be able to keep them happy all of the time.

For starters, I think it’s important to realize that the way you feel when you’re dating is different than how you’ll feel after you’ve been married for a while. In the beginning, everything is new and exciting, and emotions are running high. But a day will come when all of those emotions won’t necessarily be there, and that’s okay.

For instance, just because I don’t melt into the carpet every time Dave walks into the room, it doesn’t mean I love him any less than before.

In fact, I love him more. Our love is deeper because it’s based on years of experience and getting to know each other. We have a quality of relationship now that is so much greater than when we first met.

The key to building a healthy marriage to Dave has been a serious commitment to be as close to God as I can possibly be. Maturing spiritually in Christ has changed me in wonderful ways that have healed and restored my soul and filled me with His love.

In Ephesians 3:17 (AMP), the apostle Paul prayed for the church in Ephesus, “that Christ may dwell in your hearts through your faith” and that they would be “[deeply] rooted and [securely] grounded in love.” Being changed by the love of God has given me the ability to love Dave the way I should love him, rather than expecting him to be everything I think he should be.

It’s become a long-standing joke—especially for women—that we look at the person we’re going to marry and think, I can change them. Sadly, this is the way I viewed my husband during the early years of our marriage.

Dave and I have completely opposite personalities. He’s naturally laid-back and easygoing, always looking at the bright side of things. I’m more of your typical “Type A” personality. I’m highly motivated but can also be too harsh and insensitive.

Well, for years, I tried to get Dave to be more aggressive like me, especially when it came to stepping out into new things. He would inevitably say, “Joyce, you’re always out ahead of God.” And I would reply, “And you’re always ten miles behind Him!”

On one occasion, after I continued to criticize his behavior, Dave finally said, “Joyce, you better be glad I’m this way. Because if I wasn’t, you wouldn’t be doing what you’re doing.” And he’s right!

The Lord used this experience to show me the dangers of nit-picking Dave about things I perceive as weaknesses. Even if Dave does need to change in an area, God is the only One who can change him—my pestering will only make things worse and drive a wedge between us.

I used to just pray for God to change Dave. Now, I pray more like this:

“God, I would really like for Dave to change in this area, but maybe he’s not the problem—maybe it’s my attitude. So, first, I ask You to change anything in me that needs to be changed. If there’s something Dave needs to change, I pray that You will work in that area of his life. In the meantime, please help me to focus on all of the great things about my husband.”

If you’re constantly trying to change your spouse, you end up focusing on all of their weaknesses and things you don’t like. And you’ll overlook their strengths and good qualities.

Dave is a great husband, and I honestly have no complaints. But if I just focused on the things that annoy me from time to time, I would eventually see nothing else and make myself miserable.

But when I focus on the good things and everything I really like about him, it produces feelings of gratitude, love and joy...and the “bad stuff” suddenly seems less important.

Take a moment right now and pray for your spouse. Commit your relationship to the Lord and ask Him to help you focus on everything you like about them. No one is perfect, but when you choose to love your spouse for who they are, you open the door for God to bless your marriage in amazing ways. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

For more on this topic, order Joyce’s four-CD series Sit, Stand, Walk, Run. You can also contact us to receive our free magazine, Enjoying Everyday Life, by calling (800) 727-9673 or visiting www.joycemeyer.org.

Joyce Meyer is a New York Times bestselling author and founder of Joyce Meyer Ministries, Inc. She has authored more than 100 books, including Battlefield of the Mind and Unshakeable Trust: Find the Joy of Trusting God at All Times, in All Things (Hachette). She hosts the Enjoying Everyday Life radio and TV programs, which air on hundreds of stations worldwide. For more information, visit www.joycemeyer.orgPlease note: The views and opinions expressed throughout this publication and/or website are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily reflect those of Joyce Meyer Ministtries.

Help Wanted: Chester-JoplinInverness Schools is seeking a part-time kitchen worker (25-30 hrs/wk) $10.25/hr after 6 month probationary period. Classified application online or apply in person at the CJI High School office. 2-II

Havre Ford, 1991 Hwy 2 West, check out our tire selection and pick up accessories at unbeatable prices, Goodyear, Kelly, grill guards, Weather tech floor mats and much more, Stop in or call 265-2246 2-I

Hunter Education Classes are Offered in Havre

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Hunter Education classroom course dates have been set for the Havre area for this year. There will be three regular youth classroom courses offered this spring. The courses will be held at MSUNorthern at Cowan Hall, room 300, and are free of charge.

The course dates are as follow: Class 1: Feb. 20, 6-7 p.m.- orientation Feb. 24-28- class Feb. 29- field day/live shoot Class 2: April 16, 6-7 p.m.- orientation April 20-24- class April 25- field day/live shoot Class 3: May 7, 6-7 p.m.- orientation May 11-15- class May 16- field day/live shoot F or youth to be eligible to hunt and be fully certified during the 2020 season, they must be 12-years old by January 16, 2021. Students aged 10 and 11 can take the course and hunt as an apprentice, but will not be fully certified until the year they turn 12. All registrants for this event must be 10 years of age by the first day of class.

Classroom students need to pick up the Hunter Education Manual from either the Havre FWP office, Bing N Bob’s, Stromberg’s Sinclair, or the North 40. Students are to read each chapter and complete all review sections before the start of class.

To register and learn more about the hunter education classes offered, please go to the FWP website at www.fwp. mt.gov and look under the “Education” tab. If there are any questions, please call the Havre FWP office at 265-6177. *Marc Kloker - Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Region 6

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Sorghum bales. Call 357-2159. 2-I We can accommodate large groups.

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Blaine County Conservation District Welcomes New Supervisor

In January, Tyrel Obrecht of Turner was recommended by the Blaine County Conservation District (BCCD) to fill the position held by his grandfather, Sonny Obrecht who served as the Urban Representative for Harlem and the Big Flat area.

The Harlem City Council voted on Monday, February 10th to select Mr. Tyrel Obrecht following the BCCD recommendation.

Mr. Tyrel Obrecht was recommended as an excellent representative for the area because of his passion to be a great steward of the land as well as his extensive knowledge of our local natural resources issues.

The Blaine County Conservation District is one of nearly 3000 groups nationwide that provide for local control of natural resource management programs and maintenance.

These districts were first organized in the 1930s in response to the “Dust Bowl” days. In 1937, the state of Montana was encouraged by President Roosevelt to adopt legislation that enabled the creation of local soil conservation districts that included the Blaine County Conservation District. In addition to appointed and elected supervisors serving the district, the CD may appoint an unlimited number of local individuals to serve as Associate Supervisors. Visit https://blainecountymt.gov/conservation-district for more information on the BCCD.

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For Sale: 180 ton first cutting alfalfa/grass, $110/ton.

130 ton Help Wanted: Ma's Loma second-cutting $115/ton.

1400 Cafe is hiring. 739-4400 for job lb rounds, possible delivery description and application..

2-II available. Call 357-3215.

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For Sale: 1990 9270 CaseIH 4WD tractor w/ PowerShift trans., 7660 hrs, 20.8x42 tires almost new, asking $45,000. Call 390-5507. 2-I

For Sale: 1980 S1800 Series International tandem truck, tag axle, 20ft box, 27,462 mi. Asking $10,000.

Call 390-5507.

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SUDOKU! The rules to the Shark Joke Japanese game of Sudoku are I once heard about a wealthy Texan who had an impressive ranch in Texas. On straightforward. Simply fill in the his ranch, he had a HUGE floodlit swimming pool and in this swimming pool he kept a blanks so that each row, each column, and each of the nine 3x3 SHARK. The rich Texan loved to throw lavish dinner parties and would invite his guests up around the pool afterwards. Then he would say to them, "If any of you will swim a length grids contain one instance of each of this pool then I will give you one of three things: $10 million, or half of my estate, or the hand of my daughter in marriage." of the numbers 1 through 9.

SOLUTION:

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Ad DEADLINE Wed., February 26 at 9am.

Well one evening as he was saying this....and he always said before he finished, "but I must warn you before you do so, there is a shark in the pool."

Well one evening as he was saying this, there was a splash, and a man, very nicely dressed, swam the entire length of the pool chased by the shark. He got out of the pool just in time as the shark thudded into the wall.

The Texan said, "Congratulations you are the first person who has ever done that!!

Now what would you like? Would you like $10 million?"

The man gasped, "No thank you."

He said, "Would you like half of my estate?"

The man said, "No thank you."

He said, "Ahh, you want the hand of my daughter in marriage?"

The exasperated man said, "No thank you!"

So the Texan said to him, "Well what do you want?"

He said, "I want the name of the man who pushed me in."

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Hunter Education Classes Offered Across Northeast MT for Youth and Adults

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Hunter Education course dates have been set for many areas across Region 6.

All hunter education classes are free of charge. Many classes are being held prior to the April 1 application deadline for special permits for deer and elk. Future application deadlines include May 1 for moose, sheep and goat, and June 1 for deer B, elk B and antelope. In the next few months, classroom courses (for youth) are being held at the following sites, with the start date listed:

Havre: Feb. 20

Glasgow: March 2

Sidney: Feb. 18

Bainville: March 7

Havre: April 16

Havre: May 7

Glasgow: May 4

Glasgow: Aug. 10

For youth to be eligible to hunt and be fully certified during the 2020 season, hunters must be 12-years old by January 16, 2021. Students aged 10 and 11 can take a course and hunt as an apprentice but will not be fully certified until the year they turn 12. Preference will be given to 11 and 12year olds (or older) if the class becomes full. All registrants for these events must be 10 years old by the first day of class.

For the adult online field course, adults must complete the online hunter education course and receive a Field Day Qualifier Certificate. Adults looking to complete the online course can find instructions at fwp.mt.gov. The Field Day Qualifier Certificate and a picture ID are necessary to obtain entrance into the field course.

Adult online field courses are set for:

Great falls: March 14

Glasgow: March 16

Glasgow: May 19 Keep in mind that these may be the only/last hunter education course available at these sites this year. All students must register online at the FWP website: fwp.mt.gov; click on the education tab, then click “hunter education programs”. Next, “Find a class or field course” and search for the available class in your area. Detailed instructions on dates, times, and other information will be found on the registration page. Many classes require students to pick up a manual and complete chapter quizzes before class begins.

Help Wanted: Clausen & Sons is accepting applications for full-time construction workers. Experience is preferred in carpentry, concrete, and steel construction, but training may be available for the right people. Valid Driver's License and willing to travel required. Competitive wages and DOE. Visit info@clausenandsons. com or mail applications to Clausen & Sons, 2480 2nd Street West, Havre, MT 59501 2-II

Notice: Liberty & Vine Country Store in Billings is looking for pickers. If you enjoy thrift store hunting, garage sale picking and can spot a good turn-around, we have a network of vendors who are interested in your time and treasures and will pay you on the spot for your work! We aren't interested in brokendown junk. We are looking for quality antiques, furniture, signs and today's highly sought after collectibles.

If you have access to a cell phone and camera, enjoy picking, give Amy a call at 406-698-5636. 2-I

Instructors needed: Hunter and bowhunter education are state-mandated courses, which are taught by dedicated volunteers. The heart of Montana’s Hunter and Bowhunter Education programs is this group of dedicated volunteer instructors. They stand as examples of how each hunter should demonstrate safety, ethics, behavior, and responsibility to not only themselves, but also to landowners, other hunters, and the resource.

Region 6 needs to recruit more of these dedicated men and women to continue to serve the area. Anyone who is at least fourteen-years old is eligible to apply. Volunteer instructors are being sought across the region, which includes the counties of Hill, Blaine, Phillips, Valley, Daniels, McCone, Sheridan, and Roosevelt.

For information on becoming a Hunter or Bowhunter education instructor, visit the FWP web site at fwp.mt.gov/ education/hunter/instructors/ to learn more and apply.

For any information or questions on these upcoming courses or becoming an instructor, please contact Marc Kloker at 406-228-3704, or email mkloker@mt.gov. *Marc Kloker - Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Region 6

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Looking for another way to feed cattle?

Position Opening: Ranchers Stewardship Alliance seeks Project Administrator.

Fulltime position; possible part-time and/or remote options for the right candidate.

Complete job description may be requested by emailing ranchstewards@gmail. com. Questions may be directed to Leo Barthelmess at (406)654-4667 or Conni French at (406)658-2644. 2-II Wanted: Someone to build barbwire fence in Eastern Blaine County.

Call 799-0827 or 357-4118.

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Putting you first made us #1.

Making you our #1 priority is what’s made State Farm® #1* in auto insurance. I’m here to listen to your needs and to help life go right.

CALL ME TODAY.

Aerial view of cattle feeding on swaths, Turner, MT Jan. 2020

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*Based on written premium as reported by SNL Financial 2014.

Decide for yourself if ...

• Nutrient-Dense Forage Grazing • Swath Grazing • Stockpiling Winter Forage • or Fall Cover Crop Grazing will work on your operation.

Improve Soil Health Reduce input costs Get rid of the baler???

Below: Cattle on cover crop, fall 2019, Kimmel Ranch.

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For Sale: 616-622 7TH AVE, One large home that has been split into 3 apartments, 2- 2bedroom 2 baths and 1- 1 bedroom 1 bath, plus a 1 bed 1 bath house. Double car garage and off-street parking. $225,000.

Call Property West, 945-0394. 2-I For Sale: 2010 Harley Davidson ElectraGlide. 23,000 mi. Asking $8,500. Has new tires.

Call 390-2887.

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Are you ready to change the way your cattle are fed?

Ask us about a custom mix for your region and goals.

For Sale: 112 3RD ST, HAVRE DOWNTOWN LOCATION. Cozy little cottage in the downtown area. Located conveniently across the street from the Post Office.

Many updates $125,000. Call Property West, 945-0394.

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Take advantage of early payment discounts!

Save 7% by booking now!

March 31st payment deadline!

Call us (406)379-2512 or visit www.KimmelRanch.com for more information.

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Tom J LaFond, Agent 145 4th ave ste #4 Havre, MT 59501 Bus: 406-265-5861 tom@tomlafond.com MON. - FRI. 8:00 - 5:00 After hours by appointment 24 hr customer service

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DAVE SAYS:

Dave Ramsey is a personal money management expert, popular national radio personality and the author of three New York Times bestsellers – The Total Money Makeover, Financial Peace Revisited and More Than Enough. In them, Ramsey exemplifies his life’s work of teaching others how to be financially responsible, so they can acquire enough wealth to take care of loved ones, live prosperously into old age, and give generously to others.

Learning to say no

Help Wanted: Valley Drug at Have you ever sworn an oath to uphold Malta is looking for a full-time, the U.S. Constitution? Check out front end clerk. Benefits available. www.OathKeepers.org .

11-x Stop in for an application.

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Dear Dave,

We’re debt-free except for our home, and we’ll have our fully-funded emergency fund of three to six months of expenses, we’ve agreed on six months’ worth, saved up by the end of February. We’re also setting aside a little each month to buy a newer car with cash later. We’re about $5,000 from our car fund goal, but my husband is getting impatient. He wants us to go ahead a finance the remainder, since it’s a relatively small amount. He has tried to justify this by mentioning that you don’t seem to have a problem with people borrowing money to buy a house.

Could you explain the difference?

- Lana Dear Lana, Okay, first things first. I don’t like debt of any kind. I don’t really like borrowing for a house, but I’m not unreasonable. I tolerate mortgage loans, as long as people use a 15-year, fixed rate mortgage, with payments that are no more than a fourth of their monthly take-home pay. A house is often the largest purchase in a person’s life, and one most people can’t achieve based solely on saving. I still recommend, however, setting aside as much as possible for a down payment before taking out a mortgage.

Here’s the thing. Cars go down in value, while traditional homes generally increase in value substantially over the years. Plus, you can get an absolutely great, pre-owned car for $10,000 to $15,000 dollars. This is an amount which, in my mind, is doable over the course of several months through determined saving and living on a budget. Depending on where you live, a good home can cost 10 to 20 times that much.

Walleyes Unlimited Chapter Seeks New Members

The best way to build wealth and have a secure financial life is to stay away from debt. This means getting out of mortgage debt as quickly as possible, too. You’re never going to win with money if you can’t learn to delay pleasure.

Everyone has that little kid inside them, and that little kid wants everything he or she wants right now. Your husband is asking a normal question, but he’s dangerously close to letting that immature little kid out. It happens to all of us once in a while, but we have to grow to a point as adults where we tell that little kid no!

—Dave

According to John Demarais, the Walleyes Unlimited of Malta is “looking for new people and new ideas” to keep the Malta Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited of Montana active. They have several core members who have kept the chapter going for upwards of 20 years, but it is vital to the organization to gain new members in order for the mission of Walleyes to continue across the Hi-Line.

For community members who take the “bait”, there will be an informational meeting at Stretch's Pizza in Malta on the 27th of February at 7 p.m. to find out how to be part of the effort to keep this club alive. The mission of the Walleyes is based on education, support, and maintenance of “suitable warm-water fish hatcheries... and a program which can accommodate the needs of warm water fishing” (www. montanawallyesunlimited.net).

But there is another “lure”: the Malta Chapter of Walleyes provides support and sponsorship of tournaments and events that are family- and kid-friendly. For an “in” to a group to help do their part to promote positive experiences for our youth, support families, and educate the public about Montana's natural treasures, a call to John (406-301-1075) or attending the meeting at the end of this month can provide more information.

The Malta Chapter is expecting to host its 31st annual banquet this spring. Interested parties and fishermen are encouraged to reach out to help keep this group active in the state by For Sale: 37 ton wrapped 2019 contacting John Demarais 406-301-1075 or Don Voegel of Sorghum bales. Call 357-2159. 2-I Malta.

Help Wanted: Rocky Boy Schools has a vacancy for District Mechanic ($22.37-$35.13/hr). Closing Date: Feb. 14, Fri. @ 12 noon. Letter of interest, Transcripts, Current Resume & Reference Letters (3), Application, Proof of Licensure of Certification.

All applications materials submitted to Jan Mitchell, Human Resources/ Personnel Manager www.rockyboy. k12.mt.us 406-395-4291 2-II

Help Wanted: Aaniiih Nakoda College is seeking applicants for the following positions: Nurse Education Director, Nursing Instructor, Hydrology Instructor, & Environmental Science Instructor. Job descriptions & application procedures available at http://www.ancollege.edu 2-II

Help Wanted: Phillips County Museum has an Assistant Curator Position open. This is a part-time position. For job description & application visit the Phillips County Clerk & Recorders' office. Position remains open until filled. (Museum Board reserves the right to reject any and/or all applications) 2-II

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For Sale: 2010 Harley Davidson ElectraGlide. 23,000 For Sale: 37 ton wrapped 2019 mi. Asking $8,500. Has new Sorghum bales. Call 357-2159. 2-I tires. Call 390-2887.

2-I Help Wanted: 2020 Census Takers across the state visit 2020census. gov/jobs or text: montanajobs to 313131. You can also call 1-855-JOB2020 or 1-855-562-2020 (posting for Toole County boasts $17/hour) 2-I Help Wanted: Malta Swim Team coaching position available for 2020 summer swim season – We are looking for a head coach. Applications available by contacting Dara Wilke 390-2221.

Completed applications must be postmarked by 1 March 2020. 2-II Are you looking for that special hard-to-find book? BIG SKY IMAGES & COLLECTIBLES We have NEW and USED BOOKS will special order Havre Holiday Village Mall 406-399-6522 2-I Help Wanted: Harlem Public Schools is looking for an Assistant Cook $15.03/hour. This position includes preparing food, cleaning the kitchen, plating dishes, and testing new recipes. Be part of our team that serves two meals daily to our students and staff. Call 353.2289 for an application or check out our facebook page for more information.

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For Sale: Brand new Whirlpool Gas Double Oven Range, never installed, brushed stainless with black trim.

New $1399.99, will sell for $839.99.

Contact 406-353-7012.

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