Steve Edwards

Jack Edward Upshaw was born on October 2, 1938, in Chinook, Montana to Lillian Nelson Upshaw and Oscar Upshaw. He passed away on December 30, 2023, in Long Beach, California. Jack grew up in Chinook and graduated from Chinook High School in 1956. He spent his junior year of high school in Washington, DC. where he was a page for Senator Mike Mansfield. He went on to graduate from the University of Montana. Jack spent his adult life as an educator in both social studies and drama. He was a lifelong Democrat and loved discussing politics. He also had a love for Shakespeare and was involved in acting, directing, and attending Shakespeare festivals and plays. He traveled to England several times to visit Shakespeare's birthplace. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, younger brother Joe, grandparents and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is survived by his sister-in-law Jan Bean-Upshaw and several cousins. Jack loved life. He was a prolific corresponder, sending post cards to family and friends from all his adventures. Whenever he appeared on our doorsteps, we knew that laughter and lively conversation would follow. A graveside service will be held in early summer in the Chinook Kuper Cemetery. It is only appropriate to end Jack's obituary with a quote from Shakespeare, “All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players. They have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts.” Jack's many parts as a beloved son, brother, cousin, friend, and teacher will be remembered by those who love him.

Wesley M Stearns (Wes), 73 of Williston, North Dakota, formerly of Chinook, Montana passed away at his home on March 24, 2024, with his family by his side after a battle with COPD.

Richard Samuel Tilleman age 84, passed away March 25, 2024, at home with his wife Vernelia by his side. He was born November 15, 1939, at midwife Gertie Closner's home, the fourth of seven sons, to Charles and Beulah (Willman) Tilleman. His mother had all 7 boys there. Richard graduated from Chinook High School in 1957.

Joyce Diane Schepp, 77, was called home on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024, joining her beloved husband, Ed Schepp. Joyce was born June 15th, 1946 to Clark and Winifred Nelson in Havre, MT.

April 3, 2024 James John Cresswell 73, passed away on March 5, 2024 after a lengthy illness at the Forsyth, MT. Hospital.

On March 27, the Chinook High School Wrestling Program received new mats. They arrived from Resilite Sports Products located in Northumberland, Pennsylvania, at approximately 2:45 p.m., and the wrestlers gathered to unload them.

If one man's junk is another man's treasure, then Laurie Brunt was a rich man indeed.

If one man’s junk is another man’s treasure, then Laurie Brunt was a rich man indeed.

Several Journal readers asked the newspaper to share information about candidates for Blaine County school trustee positions to be filled at the election on May 7, 2024. By email all eighteen candidates for trustee were contacted, whether running opposed or unopposed. Each candidate was asked for their responses to four questions. Candidates are listed alphabetically with the responses they submitted.

The Blaine County Rural Fire Department received a donation of a new/used fire truck to be used for wildland fires in Blaine County. The truck comes equipped with safety features and firefighting equipment to effectively respond to wildland fires. The Engine is a Type 6 Engine with a 280 gallon tank.