Bainville’s boys’ basketball team lost a close game at Plentywood, 64-53, on Thursday, Dec. 9. The Bulldogs led 15-14 at the end of the first quarter but trailed 32-25 at the half. Bainville cut the margin to 43-37 in the third quarter. Top scorers for the Bulldogs included Jesse Strickland with 15, Braeden Romo with 13 and Samuel Butikofer with 12 points. Alex Strickland added

Froid/Lake downed Cut Bank, 49-41, in girls’ basketball action in Shelby on Saturday, Dec. 11. The Red Hawks earned a 23-18 half-time lead and were ahead 33-29 after three quarters of play. The Red Hawks added 16 points in the fourth quarter for the non-conference victory. Top scorers were Baylee Davidson with 14 and Carolyne Christoffersen with 12 points. Also scoring were Dasani

The Bainville Town Council held its regular meeting Monday, Dec. 13. Following the approval of the agenda and November minutes, public works director Lyle Lambert said that the water and sewer issues have been addressed and flows are stabilizing. Clerk Nikki Rogers presented a plaque to outgoing mayor Dennis Portra for service to the Town of Bainville from 2001-2021. She also present council member

Montanans have traditionally worked together to solve thorny issues related to wildlife conservation and public lands. That’s the Montana way. But, unfortunately, conflict has replaced collaboration as the status quo. In recent years, elk management has become one of the most divisive issues in the state, dividing groups who once worked together towards shared goals and harming our hunting

Froid School Dec. 13: Hamburger potato casserole, buns vegetables and fruit. Dec. 14: Chicken fajitas, refried bean, taco bar and fruit. Dec. 15: Roast ham, scalloped potatoes, buns, vegetables and dessert. Dec. 16: Barbecue chicken sandwich, macaroni salad, and fruit. Dec. 17: Hamburgers on buns, baked beans, fries and fruit. *** Bainville School Dec. 20: Breakfast: Break- fast