Briefs for April 13, 2016
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Plan ahead for archery permit changes
News from the State of Montana
MONTANA — Starting in 2017 the purchase of a bow and arrow license will be required prior to applying for any archery-only permit.
To purchase a bow and arrow license an individual must meet one of the following requirements:
—show completion of a bowhunter education course
—show proof of purchase of a previous years bow and arrow license from Montana or another state
—sign an affidavit that they have previously purchased a bow and arrow license in Montana or another state
First time archers need to plan ahead so that they have the prerequisite bowhunter education certificate in order to apply for 2017 archery only drawings. The first drawing deadline is March 15 each year.
Bowhunter education classes are offered around the state until July 31st of each year. Please visit: http://fwp.mt.gov/education/hunter/getCertificate.html to register for a bowhunter education course.
Have coffee with Ronan Police Chief May 17
RONAN — As part of the City of Ronan’s ongoing commitment to openness, responsiveness to the community and efforts to enhance citywide communication, the Ronan Police Department hosts a program called “Coffee with the Chief.”
This program provides residents with an opportunity to personally meet with their Police Chief in a friendly, casual and informal setting, such as a local restaurant or coffee shop. At “Coffee with the Chief” residents will learn about the operations of the police department, discuss community matters of interest and get to know Police Chief Ken Weaver.
Please join Chief Weaver for “Coffee with the Chief” Tuesday, May 17 at Dobson Creek Coffee Company’s new location at 62599 U.S. Highway 93 from 9-10 a.m.
“Coffee with the Chief” is a reoccurring event that will take place at various locations in the City of Ronan.

