23 February 2023

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Community Association Promotes Bainville

Community Association Promotes Bainville


The Bainville Community Association was established in 2015 with the goal of improving and promoting the entire Bainville community. John Gilligan serves as president of the association. Heritage America Day held in July is the organization’s largest event of the year. During the summer celebration, activities include a parade, reunion banquet and family entertainment. Fun event includes

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Organizations That Help  The Less Fortunate

Organizations That Help The Less Fortunate


Financial well-being can be affected in the blink of an eye. Unforeseen circumstances such as an illness, natural disaster, job loss, or any number of extraordinary circumstances can jeopardize individuals' financial stability. Individuals may have to rely on various social services and other avenues until they can get back on their feet. Many can benefit from the work of various charitable

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The Right Time For Youth To Start Volunteering

The Right Time For Youth To Start Volunteering


Aristotle once said the essence of life is “to serve others and do good.” It’s well documented that volunteerism offers many benefits to those who are recipients of the charitable work as well as the volunteers. According to The Corporation for National & Community Service, one in four Americans volunteers. Volunteers come from all walks of life and various age groups. Nearly

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WPCO Assists In  Making Projects Possible

WPCO Assists In Making Projects Possible


By providing financial assistance, the Wolf Point Community Organization helps make many projects and opportunities possible in the region. “We work with the community,” WPCO’s chair Roxanne Gourneau explained. “We try to touch as many lives in the community as possible.” WPCO played a key role in the playground project at Borge Park by donating $20,000 for the project. In addition,

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Chamber Provides Events In Wolf Point

Chamber Provides Events In Wolf Point


If there’s a big event happening in the community, the Wolf Point Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture probably has an active role in making the activity possible. Among the celebrations that the Wolf Point Chamber of Commerce coordinates include the Wild Horse Stampede, Art in the Park, A Night on the Missouri (dinner on the bridge), Wolf Point Brew Fest, Dueling Pianos and Christmas Stroll.

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Chamber Of Commerce  Helps Culbertson Community

Chamber Of Commerce Helps Culbertson Community


The Culbertson Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture features leaders who are dedicated to the area. “We want to promote the community as a whole,” Wayne Hendrickson, president of the Chamber, said. The Chamber’s biggest effort of the year is providing a free meal on the Friday night of the Roosevelt County Fair. Last August, 325 free meals were given out prior to the livestock sale.

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Wolf Point American Legion  Remembers Fallen Heroes

Wolf Point American Legion Remembers Fallen Heroes


The Wolf Point American Legion club helps reminds area residents of our nation’s fallen heroes during the year. Eric Nelson, member of the Wolf Point American Legion, notes that putting up the flags at cemeteries around the Memorial Day holiday has been the organization’s project for many years. He has been involved in the effort for the past 11-12 years. “It’s been a very long tradition,”

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Elks Provides Support To The Area

Elks Provides Support To The Area


The Wolf Point Elks Lodge #1764 invests in the community both financially and with volunteer service throughout the year. Julie D’Ambrosio, secretary of the local organization, says the Wolf Point lodge received a total of $9,500 through grants from the national level during 2022. Those funds were utilized to assist several local groups with their projects. The donations included $2,500 to Bigger

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Bainville’s Dollars For  Scholars Assists Students

Bainville’s Dollars For Scholars Assists Students


Bainville’s Dollars for Scholars has been a positive force for students in the community for 25 years. The organization raises between $10,000 and $15,000 annually to present scholarships to Bainville students. Lindsay Winn serves as the organization’s president. Other officers are Billie Pippenger, Jessica Berwick, Ed Vink, Sara Harmon and Rebecca Robertus. Bainville Dollars

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Food Pantry Works to Reduce Food Insecurity

Food Pantry Works to Reduce Food Insecurity


The Wolf Point Food Pantry Inc., is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. The goal for the organization is to help reduce the amount of food insecurity in communities. The organization dispenses food on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at their location at 403 Main St. in Wolf Point. The current board of directors include Gary Johnson, Marilyn Johnson, Lance