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News from the office of Senator Tester BIG SANDY — U.S. Senator Jon Tester, Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, this week returned to Montana after spending a week meeting with American troops stationed across Europe and conducting in-depth, on-the-ground oversight of the Department of Defense in the region. Chairman Tester also held official discussions and briefings with U.S. and European allies on challenges presented by Russian aggression in Ukraine, the influx of Ukrainian refugees to the region, and other security and economic concerns. “As Defense Chairman, it’s critical that I meet with our troops on the ground, and h...
Marriages Liam Richard Schoening and Aurelia K. Shrider Aspen June Jore and Kiel Kevin Stephens Peter C. Capossela and Joni Kay Tobacco Trish Marie Cox and Matthew B. Finnearty Koralyn K. Johns-Wood and Adell Kuuipo Alip Myron J. Hodgson II and Eden Pollescas Ramos Cynthia-Elaine Mogen...
News from Tracy McNair, RRW Coordinator DIXON— Dixon Schools recently celebrated Red Ribbon Week with a different theme every day. On Monday students wore all red to kick off Red Ribbon Week. Then on Tuesday, students wore mismatched clothes, socks and shoes to express the message, &ld...
News from Montana FAA MONTANA — Montana FFA Members recently returned from participation at the National FFA Convention and Expo held in Indianapolis, IN. Approximately 600 Montana students attended the convention where they engaged in competitions, leadership workshops, tours and educational semi...
RONAN — At their last meeting on Oct. 26, the Ronan City Council addressed the local animal problem by passing an ordinance that will go into effect 30 days from approval. Animal Control ordinance number 2022-05 is meant to address local problems with loose, vicious dogs. While an emergency or...
News from Dana Grant LAKE COUNTY — Heroes in the movies often appear larger than life. They have special abilities and wear some outrageous outfits. Not to mention teleportation, mind melding, and all the rest. Local heroes might not have the same fashion sense or unusual skills, but they do share...
News from the Legislative Branch ZOOM — The Montana Districting and Apportionment Commission will meet on Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. in a videoconference meeting to discuss possible legislation for the 2023 legislative session. The draft bills under consideration relate to: — the da...
MONTANA — The 2022 general election is Tuesday, Nov. 8, and as absentee ballots have already gone out, odds are that scores of Montanans are already busy filling in their votes. If you’re not registered yet, are planning to vote at the polls, or are still confused about what election laws may or ...
News from Upper Seven Law HELENA — On Thursday, Oct. 27, the Commissioner of Political Practices dismissed three complaints that Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen filed against nonprofit organizations that had recently prevailed in a voting rights lawsuit against her Office. The complaints...
News from the Office of the Governor HELENA — In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Governor Greg Gianforte recently joined the Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) and the Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) to highlight an apprentice in Montana&...
