October - 2018

Granite County Sheriff's Report: October 29, 2018

Granite grad now researching, writing about politics nationally

GRANITE COUNTY – The talents of those raised in Granite County reach far and wide. Such is the case for Kal Munis. Munis, a 2008 grad of Granite High School, is now researching American politics as a PhD candidate at the University of Virginia in the Woodrow Wilson Department of Politics. He has had the opportunity to write articles for, and have his research highlighted in, some nationally recognized media outlets and peer-reviewed journals. The Flint Creek Courier is proud

Sweeney: “I Want To Be Your Voice In Helena”

With the November election just days away, now is the time to narrow the field of who you’ll be voting for. When it comes to the Montana House of Representatives and District 77, you need to vote for Mark Sweeney! “I want to be your voice in Helena,” said Sweeney of the District 77 seat. “Whether you’re concerned about water rights, public access to public lands, budgets and taxes, education, health care, or natural resource management – I want to be the voice of the people i

Write-In candidate wants your vote to change Granite County Commission

Wayne Hale Write-In Candidate for Granite County Commissioner An out of touch Commission has become one of the greatest threats to our future in Granite County. Through various actions, they have continued to demonstrate unethical behaviors, being out of touch with the needs of the County and making poor decisions. Like many people in the county, I am upset with the Commissioners and their inability to consistently address critical issues, such as health care, economic develo

Titans collar Bulldogs, set sights on Culbertson next week

DRUMMOND – From the opening kickoff to the final siren, the Flint Creek Titans showed why they are the No. 1 ranked team in Montana’s Class C 8-Man Football. In a dominating performance the Titans defeated the Choteau Bulldogs 50-14 to advance to 10-0 on the year and into the quarterfinals of the postseason. The Bulldogs end their season at 6-3. Flint Creek’s second-round game will be against the Culbertson Cowboys who defeated Ennis 34-14. That game will be played at George

Commission seeks public comment on Fishing Access Site biennial rule

The Fish and Wildlife Commission is taking public comment on a proposed Fishing Access Site biennial rule for 2019 and 2020. It will replace the existing rule, which expires Dec. 31. No changes are being proposed in the new rule. The FAS rule pertains to non-commercial use of fishing access sites, organized groups and competitive events on the Blackfoot and Madison rivers, and commercial use of the Alberton Gorge. The rule sets fees for camping and group use-permits, as well

Forest Service Clarifies Use of Electric Bikes

Dillon, Mont., Oct. 26, 2018—Electric bikes (e-bikes) are now becoming popular throughout the United States and there has been some confusion about whether they are considered motorized vehicles and where people may ride them. The Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest would like to clarify where e-bike riders are allowed to ride. The Forest Service recognizes that technology continues to rapidly change, including the design and capability of e-bikes and other related modes of

Lady Prospectors finish third at District 12C Tournament

MANHATTAN – For the second straight year it was Ennis and Twin Bridges finishing one-two in the Class C District 12C Girls Volleyball Tournament. And for the second straight year the Granite Lady Prospectors claimed third. The Lady Prospectors fell to Twin Bridges in four games Friday morning 25-17, 25-11, 24-26, 15-15. The loss drops them out of postseason play. “We have had a great season, I couldn't be prouder of the girls,” said Granite Head Coach Jennifer Graham. “It's a

LETTER: Resident concerned about Commission minutes

Finally, after almost 2 months the Granite County Commission minutes (see link below) were posted on it's Web site. Page 11 pertains to agenda item "The Board held the first reading of Resolution 2018-16 “A Granite County Resolution Establishing Granite County Forest Management Advisory Committee, An Advisory Board.” By the way, the electronically recorded meeting[s] has[have] been up on GC E MAC FB page and You Tube since Aug [as well as most prior commissioner meetings ]. S

Prep for Playoff Game Day

DRUMMOND - Sara Wagner and Sheila Manley did some work to get the field and North Main Street ready for the Flint Creek Titans playoff opener Saturday against the Choteau Bulldogs. The duo was joined by Titan Defensive Coordinator J.C. Holland and senior running back Colby Manley to repaint the scoreboard green. Holland gave observations from the ground while Manley operated the forklift for Wagner and his mother. Later, Wagner and Manley painted North Main Street with Titan

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