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News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA — After proclaiming May 6 Nurses Day in Montana, Governor Greg Gianforte announced Montana is the eighth best state in the nation for nurses, according to a recent study conducted by WalletHub. “Montana nurses care for our neighbors and save lives every day in service to our communities,” Gov. Gianforte said. “We’re thankful for all they do, and we’re thrilled Montana has been recognized as one of the top states for nurses to live, work, and raise a family.” Weighing 21 key metrics, including opportunity, competition, and the work environment in each state, WalletHub ranked Montana t...
News from the CSKT Division of Fire FLATHEAD RESERVATION — The Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire is looking for applicants who are interested in being part of a team to fight, protect, and serve our community as a wildland firefighter. Entry level rate for a rookie firefig...
News from the Department of the Interior WASHINGTON — Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland and Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco recently recognized National Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day with a virtual event to highlight the Not Invisible Act Commission. T...
News from the office of Senator Tester U.S. Senate — U.S. Senator Jon Tester (D-Mont.) announced recently more than $14 million to support Montana rural schools, roads, and critical infrastructure through the Secure Rural Schools Program (SRS), which will be funded through Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) ...
News from the CSKT LAKE COUNTY — The five-member board is now meeting regularly as the governing and regulatory body over water users on the Flathead Reservation. As a developing body, the board needs a logo for the office, web page, and letterhead. The board is asking for artistic submissions ...
News from the CSKT Division of Fire FLATHEAD RESERVATION — Spring burning by permit season started on May 1. To burn from May 1 to June 30, a burn permit is required. Burn permits will be available online, and individuals can apply for one at the Division of Fire website at csktfire.org. ...
RONAN — On Wednesday, April 27, two mangled cars sat in the Ronan High School parking lot as a grisly reminder of the dangers of drinking and driving. A “Ghost Out” event is held every four years at Ronan High School, always before prom. During the event, a severe car accident is s...
POLSON — For the past 30 years, Polson has been a “Tree City USA” and has participated in tree planting throughout the city in honor of Arbor Day. On Friday, students from Nicole Camel’s eighth grade WEB class at Polson Middle School had the chance to help members of the City...
Ninth grade 4.0 : Myla L. Bell, Lauryn T. Buhr, Kylee A. Kelch, Koda R King, Alexis R Luedtke, Hanna B. Lytton, Emma G. Smith 3.99-3.50: Amberli J. Anderson, Alorah S. Barker, Giselle A. Barron-Valenzuela, Jacob P. Beh JR, KooSkaniKai M. Bravehawk, Tristan M. Buckallew, Ridge W. Cote, Cal...
News from the Lake County Job Service POLSON — The Lake County Job Service Employer Committee (JSEC) is excited to announce the winner of the 2022 Ken Rohrenbach Scholarship: Jessica Shenyer. Jessica is a senior at Charlo High School and has participated in Montana Girls State, National Honors Soc...
