The first Fort Peck Tournament Of Kings salmon fishing tournament is set to kick off Thursday, July 30, running through Aug. 1. The event is open to the public. Day one of the event begins at 2 p.m. with vendor booths and food and beverages for sale at the Fort Peck Marina. Raffles and prizes will be on offer as attendees visit with participating fishermen and sponsors. A calcutta will be emceed

Randy Scott Rhoads, 72, of Huntley, formerly of Wolf Point, died July 17, 2026. He was born Aug. 4, 1953, in Wolf Point to Ezra “Zeke” and Darlene Rhoads. After graduating from Wolf Point High School, he moved to Billings for college. Shortly after, he moved back to Wolf Point to work at the bank, then moved to Malta to work at Delta Ford. Throughout his life, he was an entrepreneur through and through —from being a rodeo clown, repo-man, salesman, team roper, bar owner and much more. He married Juanita Kolczak in 1976 in Malta. They had two children, Jay and Tangie. During this time, they enjoyed team roping every weekend and fishing. They later parted ways. He moved to Malta, married Cindy Kent in 1982. They had one son, Travis. They separated and he later moved to Billings, where he eventually met Pam Gabel. Together, they built a beautiful house, shop and the Rhoadside Event Center. During their time together, they enjoying being snowbirds with adventures to their house in Arizona, enjoying the pool, sitting with wildlife, spending time together and listening to music.

Dee would like to let you all know that her work here on earth is done. She recently received a call, let’s just say it was an offer she could not refuse, for an appointment from which she will not be returning. This assignment comes with a reunion with family and friends; some she has not seen in a long time including her son Barry who was only on this earth for seven short days. No clocks where she is now … she will no longer have to wonder why she was the only one who shows up 30 minutes early. The food is delicious, and she will never gain an ounce plus nobody will question her decision to have crème brulee before the meal instead of after. She has also left detailed instructions for her children to celebrate her mission on earth, which has now been completed. Dee Delger Erickson came into this world on Feb. 5, 1939, in Fort Peck to parents Eddie and Louise Delger. Her father was one of more than 10,000 employed building the Fort Peck Dam as part of President Franklin Roosevelt’s New Deal. Our amazing mom learned a strong work ethic growing up in Wolf Point. She always had a job while attending high school. Soon after high school, she had another career as a farm wife. Dee and Marvin were married on Aug. 24, 1957, in Wolf Point. They were married for 28 years until her husband, Marvin, passed away in January of 1985. Nobody who knew Dee would ever call her just a farm wife. They would also say she sold Tupperware,

Viola E. Gustafson, 97, of Sidney, formerly of Culbertson, died Friday, July 24, 2026, at the Sidney Health Center, Sidney. She was born on Jan. 12, 1929, in Fallon, the daughter of Adam Paulena (Damm) Sackmann. She grew up and attended schools and was raised in Culbertson community. She was united in marriage to Robert Gustafson of Bainville. After the marriage, they resided in Culbertson, where she held many clerical jobs including working for the City of Culbertson. She moved to Sidney and made her home at the Lodge on Lone Tree Creek. She enjoyed a few social activities and also enjoyed quilting, crocheting and knitting. She is survived by: her

Jaylen RedDog, 31, died July 26, 2026, in Poplar. Funeral services are pending completion of arrangements.

Jason Brown, 46, of Poplar died July 24, 2026, in Poplar. Funeral services are pending completion of arrangements.

Erika A. Austin, 33, of Nashua died at home Friday, July 24, 2026. A celebration of life is being planned for a later date.

Mkkaela Uchtman, 31, of Lustre died Saturday, July 25, 2026, in Billings. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 30, at 1 p.m. at the EMB Church in Lustre. Burial will be at the EMB Cemetery.

Brayden Ember William The Boy of Wolf Point died July 18, 2026. He was born April 25, 2026, to Amare Martell and Addison The Boy. In the short time Brayden lived, all he knew was love. He was loved by everyone he encountered and by those who had yet to meet him. Some of his favorite things were to explore his surroundings, always so attentive and taking in every new thing. He was blessed to have a little army of uncles and aunts who were at his beck and call. He was never short of walks around the house someone to play and talk with, someone to make sure he had his pacifier or toys to chew on when he called. He loved when his uncles read to him and introduced him to super heroes shows. He loved cruises and running errands. He already had his favorite songs for the play list. He also loved the drumming