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Departing Councilman Sees Havre At Crossroads 

As he prepares to leave Hi-Line, virtually the only place he has ever lived, Caleb Hutchins sees Havre at a crossroads. Hutchins has been seen as a leader of the group ushering in a new era in the city. He was serving a second term on city council. He said he accepted a position as a professional development leader at the…

Sheriff Warns Of Scam Involving Police Impersonation

The Hill County Sheriff’s Office is warning area residents to watch out for scammers pretending to be law enforcement and asking for credit card information lest victims are arrested. “The scammer identifies themself as a member of law enforcement and tells the victim they have warrants out for their arrest,” a statement from Hill County Sheriff Jamie Ross said. The…

Havre 911: Watch Out For The Mattress In The Road

The following are Havre Police Department and Hill County Sheriff’s Office reports made between April 24 and May 1. Both agencies respond to animal control calls as well. Friday, April 24 6:47 a.m., Fourth Street. Someone reported finding a syringe. 11:49 a.m., First Street convenience store. A scratch ticket had been stolen. 1:42 p.m., 14th Street. Someone was missing two…

More Local Churches Open Their Doors; Pastor Looks To Keep New Virtual Platform & New Congregants

The COVID-19 pandemic rendered typical church services into virtual gatherings. And at least one local pastor has discovered that coronavirus has, in a way, enlarged his congregation. Havre Assembly of God Pastor Edroy “Curt” Curtis met with his board Thursday night to discuss the best approach to maintaining the church’s recently bolstered digital presence and the many new virtual congregants…

Bear Paw Lake Opens For Overnight Camping; Fresno Continues Restrictions

Outdoor season is here. A worldwide pandemic hasn’t stopped Montanans from staking or pulling up onto their favorite camping spot — except where it has. Drive through Hill County’s 10,000-acre Beaver Creek, and you’ll be sure to find a dispersed convoy of RV and camping trailers. While most of Beaver Creek has been open to overnight camping, one popular spot, Bear Paw…