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News from USDA BOZEMAN — Given the lack of precipitation from November through most of January in Montana, above normal precipitation was needed over the last couple of months. “February did provide well above normal precipitation to nearly all of Montana and those weather patterns continued into the first week of March across the state,” said Eric Larson, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Water Supply Specialist. What seemed to be the beginning of a potential recovery only tapered off in many basins. Overall, precipitation during March was above normal in southwest and southern Montana, but below normal elsewhere. “The good news is the...
ARLEE — Friends of Arlee School, Inc. is teaming up with CSKT Tribal Health to continue the much-loved Buttercup Run. This year will be a transition year as the baton is being passed to CSKT Tribal Health. The timed race will be back in 2025 and it will still benefit the same great cause. The 1-mile, 5...
News from Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks HELENA – As spring weather approaches, we’re all anxious to head outdoors, and bears are leaving their winter dens. This time of year, bears are waking up from hibernation and are pretty hungry. So, it’s best for you, and for the bears, not ...
ARLEE — Happy April 2024 and a Happy Easter! It seems spring is coming but keeps getting interrupted with snow and cold. But, for the most part we have a beautiful blue sky with fluffy clouds, brilliant stars at night and a full moon waning. How blessed we are to live where we can see the night sky sho...
ST. IGNATIUS — Spring rains are welcome, and it is so enjoyable to see the return of our spring birds. The next bingo game will be on April 13 at 2 p.m. Come, enjoy and possibility win the special blackout prize. If you would like a take-out meal, please call 406-745-4462 by 10 a.m. on Tuesday an...
RONAN — Mission Valley Senior Center is located across from St. Luke’s Hospital. We are open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for lunch and other activities. Our menu is: — Wednesday, April 10: brunch, salad, dessert — Friday, April 12: teriyaki Chicken, salad, des...
PABLO — The Johnny Arlee and Victor Charlo Theater on the campus of SKC will be the site of a free presentation for SKC students, staff, and the community. The event takes place on Wednesday, April 10 at 6 p.m. The presenter will be Daniel Amen who will talk about his journey leading up to and followin...
HELENA — Montana Senate President Jason Ellsworth, R-Hamilton, is appointing a new committee to address violations of the state’s constitutional separation of powers by the Montana Supreme Court and judicial branch of government. The only voting members of the Senate Select Committee on ...
POLSON — A “Computer Scam Awareness” presentation by Dustin Blush will be presented on Thursday, April 18. Time updates are available at the Polson Senior Center. Call for more information. This presentation is open to all the younger people as well. Meatloaf is on the menu for that day. ...
RONAN — Area farmers and ranchers gathered in the Ronan Community Center for the 44th Annual Agriculture Appreciate Dinner on Friday, March 29. The Ronan Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual event to express appreciation for the positive impact the ag community makes in the local economy. Dinner, pr...
