Stillwater County News

12/29/2025

Here’s a look at this week’s Stillwater County Commissioner meeting schedule. Happy New Year everyone!

12/27/2025

*******Update*******

As of approximately 8:30 I90 has been re-opened

Highway 10 is now blocked also

Crews are out on multiple accidents in the county right now. The interstate is extremely slick, please use caution & slow down & move over to give crews space to work.

12/25/2025

Dave Oltrogge, Tim Hathaway and Hal Forseth perform "I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas" at Nye Gets Lit earlier this month.

We may not have a white Christmas this year (in Montana, no less!), but we have something better: neighbors gathering, musicians sharing their gifts and a community that knows how to celebrate together.

Merry Christmas from all of us at the Stillwater County News. Wishing you joy, peace, and time with the people you love.

12/24/2025

Close to 100 people gathered with candles outside Absarokee High School on Sunday evening to honor Nila and Justine Dawson and support Greg Dawson's recovery. Pastor Meg Hatch led the vigil on the winter solstice, thanking first responders and a community showing up with "generosity, courage and enormous heart."

Extreme winds up to 100 mph tore through the county—Park City School's gym roof peeled off, trees crashed down, the courthouse evergreen was uprooted. No injuries reported.

And through it all, the season continues: 33 Columbus women rallied to provide everything a new mother needed for her baby. Students performed Christmas programs. Reed Point kids shopped for Angel Tree families.

"This is the time of year we remember that no matter how dark things seem, the light shines in the darkness and the darkness cannot overcome it." — Pastor Meg Hatch

From all of us: Merry Christmas, Stillwater County.

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12/23/2025

Hannah Clemenson caught up with singer-songwriter Juliette Angelo about leaving child stardom behind, building a life in Montana, and why this Saturday's Patsy Cline tribute at The Cobblestone in Absarokee will be her last show in the Treasure State. Tickets still available at Absarokee Liquor Store. Read the article here:

The Historic Cobblestone Building will host Juliette Angelo on Saturday, Dec. 27 as she performs a tribute to country superstar Patsy Cline. All sales will directly support the maintenance of

12/23/2025

More than 100 people gathered Sunday evening outside Absarokee High School for a candlelight vigil honoring the lives of Nila and Justine Dawson.

Family members shared updates on Greg Dawson's recovery. He has undergone three surgeries and was moved out of intensive care on Dec. 18. He is expected to transfer to a spinal rehabilitation center in Salt Lake City once able to travel.

"By the grace of God and a lot of prayers, he is recovering," said Greg's sister Debi.

Pastor Meg Hatch thanked first responders and the community for their outpouring of support: "When awful things happen we need each other more than ever for strength and comfort."

Full coverage here:

Close to 100 people gathered in front of Absarokee High School on Sunday evening, Dec. 21, to honor the lives of Nila and Justine Dawson and offer support to Greg

12/22/2025

Here's a look at this week's Stillwater County Commissioner meeting schedule:

12/20/2025

With Christmas just days away, churches throughout Stillwater County and nearby Laurel are preparing to welcome the community for special services celebrating the season.

On Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, more than a dozen churches across the area will hold special services ranging from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Services include candlelight ceremonies, carol singing, nativity services, and traditional masses. Times vary from afternoon to evening to accommodate different family traditions and schedules.
For a complete list of Christmas Eve service times and locations, see the accompanying guide. All are welcome to celebrate Christmas at the church of their choice.

12/20/2025

The candlelight vigil honoring Nila and Justine Dawson, originally scheduled for Wednesday, has been rescheduled due to hazardous weather conditions.
The vigil will now be held:

Sunday, December 21
5:00 PM

In front of Absarokee High School
327 S. Woodard Avenue, Absarokee

The community is invited to gather in silence, reflection and unity to light a candle in memory of Nila and Justine, in support of Greg Dawson, and with gratitude for first responders and medical staff.

Candles will be provided. All are welcome.

Contact: Pastor Meg Hatch, [email protected]

12/18/2025

A massive evergreen came crashing down in front of the Stillwater County Courthouse as extreme winds battered the area, ripping the tree from its roots. (Pictures by Kelsey Olson)

The National Weather Service warned of gusts up to 60-80 mph across south-central Montana, and Stillwater County is feeling the impact.

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