The Fourth of July is close at hand. The Chamber of Commerce and Augusta Volunteer Fire Department have joined up to host a celebration for all to enjoy. Enjoy lots…
Author: Karen McIlwain
Sun River Valley Historical Society
Sun River Valley Historical Society was founded in 1977 with the mission of preserving the history of the valley including the four towns of Vaughn, Sun River, Fort Shaw, and…
Augusta Montana in History
By 1867 Augusta was a town and the township was surveyed. Some of the homesteaders were Mr. Choate, Charles Cary, D. J. Hogan, and Theodore Douglas. Later, Frederick Walrath bought…
Historic Fort Shaw
First Thursday of the month, July 6 at historic Fort Shaw, # 1 School Loop, Fort Shaw, MT. Sgt. Dennis Borud will present/discuss the Indian wars from 1866 until 1877. …
History of the Augusta Rodeo
In 1936 and 1937, the Rodeo in Augusta was put on by Lou Randall, who owned the Buckhorn Bar, with the help of the Legion, Art and Tot Nett and…
American Legion Post 51
Augusta American Legion Post 51 has been working hard preparing for the 86th Annual Augusta American Legion Rodeo. This year’s theme is 86 Years of the Best of the West….
Latigo & Lace Artist Showcase
This issue’s artist is Ryan Arps. Ryan is 15 and will be starting his sophomore year at Augusta High School. Ryan has been working with sterling silver and copper for…
Augusta Service Station
Mike Carlstrom has been “the tire guy” for 10 plus years. He wanted his own business, so when he and his wife Susan, were traveling back and forth to their…
Sons of the American Legion
Sons of the American Legion Squadron of Augusta Post No. 51, was created this year. All male descendants, adopted sons, and stepsons of members of the American Legion and such…
Kids for Seniors Work Program
Are you a senior citizen of Augusta, Montana in need of assistance with outdoor chores at your home? Are you having difficulty mowing your lawn, shoveling snow in the winter,…