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Ronan-North update: intersection design changes underway Ronan-North update: intersection design changes underway

News from Sloane Stinson, MD T RONAN — Riverside Contracting, Inc. will be installing road signs along Round Butte Road, as well as continuing to install the sign bridge, an overhead sign support structure that will have multiple directional signs posted on it, just north of the intersection of US Highway 93 with Adams Ave. SE. Crews will also be finishing up electrical work throughout the project area. Single-lane closures may be required where work is occurring. The speed limit remains at 35 mph in the construction zone. Work will occur Monday, July 29, through Friday, August 2, from 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. All work is dependent on weather and other unforeseen factors. P...


Ninepipes Museum to host First Saturday Artist-Artisan Event

News from Executive Director Jo Cheff  CHARLO — Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana History invites the public to meet local and indigenous artists, artisans, musicians and photographers, and enjoy delicious huckleberry pastries from Allard’s Huckleberry Jam Factory on Saturday, Aug. 3, f...


Simulation in Motion Montana to conduct critical training at St. Luke Community Hospital Simulation in Motion Montana to conduct critical training at St. Luke Community Hospital

News from SIM-MT RONAN — Simulation in Motion Montana (SIM-MT) is excited to announce a crucial training event at St. Luke Community Healthcare in Ronan on July 31, 2024. Our team of exceptional simulation specialists will provide hands-on training to the critical access hospital staff, enhancing ...


New agreement expands satellite use for early wildfire detection

News from the Dept. of the Interior WASHINGTON —  The Department of the Interior and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Forest Service have signed an agreement with the Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to use the NOAA Geostationary Op...


Join Flathead Waters Cleanup event on Saturday, Aug. 10

News from Stephan Gillin, CSKT Natural Resource Dept. FLATHEAD/LAKE COUNTIES — The 2024 Flathead Waters Cleanup Event is happening on Saturday, Aug. 10, this year.  The event is an annual cleanup of waters and shoreline areas in the Flathead Basin, including Flathead and Lake Counties. Volunt...


Democrats wrap up listening tour

News from the MT Democratic Party HELENA — Saying that democracy means listening to people, Montana Democrats recently completed a series of well-publicized, open public meetings in 13 different towns and rural communities across Montana to receive input directly from citizens about how their gove...


Births for July 31, 2024 Births for July 31, 2024

Felix Windrum RONAN — Felix Stephen Windrum was born on July 22, 2024, at the St. Luke New Beginnings Birth Center. He measured 7 pounds, 6 ounces and 20 inches long. Parents are David and Stephanie Windrum of Polson. Paternal grandparents are RoseAnne Detterer of Polson and Frank Windrum of Belfa...


Library hosts ‘Animal Wonders’ Library hosts ‘Animal Wonders’

Jessi Castañeda of Animal Wonders Inc. introduces her animal ambassadors to attendees of a July 25 program at the North Lake County Public Library. Castañeda holds a red-footed tortoise named Titus, left, and allows children to touch a Patagonian cavy, right. According to their website, “...


State-Tribal Relations Committee meetings scheduled

News form MT State Legislature PABLO — The State-Tribal Relations Committee will meet on Aug. 7 in Browning (Blackfeet) and on Aug. 8 in Pablo (Confederated Salish & Kootenai Tribes).  Zoom will not be available since these meetings will be off-site, but the committee always accepts wr...


Governor announces $50M investment in MT forests, agricultural lands

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA — Governor Greg Gianforte recently announced the State of Montana received a nearly $50 million investment in Montana’s working and natural lands from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Montana is one of just 25 recipients across...


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