Week of January 16, 2025

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Egg Supply Tight at 468 Market

Jeb Boettger, Editor, The Cascade Courier

Due to a combination of factors, including the ongoing impact of avian influenza and a nationwide shortage of layer hens, our local grocery store, 468 Market, is experiencing significant shortages in egg supplies. These shortages are affecting all types of eggs received from suppliers, leading to limited inventory levels in stores. The recent outbreak of avian influenza, which has affected poultry farms across the country, has had a widespread impact on the production of eggs. With layer hens...

Stockmens-Cab Merger Finalized

Alex Forstrom, Marketing Specialist, Citizens Alliance Bank

Clara City, MN – January 10, 2025 – Citizens Alliance Bank (CAB) is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of Cascade, Montana-based Stockmens Bank, following the receipt of all necessary regulatory approvals. As part of this transaction, CAB reaffirms its dedication to providing the same high-quality, community-focused banking services that Stockmens' customers have come to know and trust over the years. With the acquisition now complete, CAB remains committed to maintaining a...

  • Brant Ligameri Joins USA Track & Field Team

    Jeb Boettger, Editor, The Cascade Courier

    Written in association with Kasey Clyde The Cascade Courier is proud to announce that Brant Ligameri, a standout local athlete, has been selected to represent the USA on the Track & Field team with Coast 2 Coast International Athletics. This is a significant achievement for Brant, who will be competing in an upcoming event in Australia. As Brant prepares for this exciting opportunity, he is seeking support to help cover the costs of the trip. While he is working hard to fund the experience...

  • Badgers Roll Past Augusta and Valier, Stay Undefeated in Conference

    Nick Ethridge, HS Boys Coach, Badgers Basketball

    Another week of basketball is in the books, and the Badgers continue to dominate the conference schedule. On Friday night, the team took a road trip to Augusta to face the Elks. The offense was humming early, scoring 29 points in the opening frame. However, the Elks managed to knock down four 3-pointers in the first quarter, trailing our boys 29-17. After that, the team tightened its defense and only allowed 19 more points for the remainder of the game. Final score: Badgers 77, Elks 36. Standout Performances - Tyler Lane: 18 points, 10...

  • From Takedowns to Triumphs

    Ray Castellanos, Reporter, The Cascade Courier

    Cascade Public Schools celebrated its senior wrestling team Thursday night as several schools participated in a wrestling mixer in the North Gym. Seniors were presented to the fans at the beginning of the event, escorted to mid-court by their families. The seniors honored were Aaron Sawyer, Edward Formell, Hal McGregor, Izaak Munski, Madasyn Faldzinski, and Nordika Göetze. Aaron Sawyer Aaron has wrestled for 13 years. His coach shared, "All I can do is think about Aaron and laugh. I don't...

  • Your Rural Solid Waste District Assessment Has Increased by 45% - Here's How to Fight It

    Jeb Boettger, Editor, The Cascade Courier

    In October 2024, the Cascade County Commissioners imposed a 45% increase to your Rural Solid Waste District Assessment. If you received your 2024 Property Tax bill with this increase and were not informed beforehand, you may have legal grounds to protest and appeal. Was the Increase Lawful? The procedure used to impose this increase did not follow Montana law, specifically Section 7-11-1025, MCA. This law requires the county to notify property owners and hold a public hearing to allow...

  • Tim Sheehy Donates Salary to Charity

    Matthew Foldi, The Washington Reporter

    January 13, 2025 — The Washington Reporter After freshman Sen. Tim Sheehy (R., Mont.) won the most expensive Senate race in history on a per-vote basis, he will be “donating my senate salary to charity,” he told the Washington Reporter exclusively. “I was fortunate to experience success in the private sector before I ran for office,” Sheehy said. Sheehy will announce the specific charities he is contributing to in the coming weeks. Sheehy and his wife Carmen have been prolific donors to Montana charities focused on health care,...

  • FWP Seeks Region 4 Citizen Advisory Committee Volunteers

    Montana FWP

    Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is accepting applications for volunteer positions on the Region 4 Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) in north-central Montana. The CAC provides input on wildlife, fisheries, parks, recreation, and law enforcement issues, fostering communication between FWP and the public. Members represent diverse communities and natural resource interests. Key functions include identifying emerging issues, advising on management topics, and generating ideas for regional and...

  • Daines Statement on Biden Foreign Policy Address

    Steve Daines Administration

    U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Steve Daines, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement regarding President Joe Biden’s foreign policy speech today: “Joe Biden’s foreign policy has been a disaster. From the 13 U.S. service members who were killed at Abbey Gate to not providing Israel and Ukraine the assistance they need in a timely manner, the Biden administration has projected nothing but weakness. As a result, the United States is less safe and the world less stable. This is why the American...

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