2023 – Page 357 – Northern Plains Independent

State Trail Advisory Committee To Meet

The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks State Trails Advisory Committee will meet March 22 and 23. The group will meet in person, at the Great Falls Region 4 office in the public conference room; a virtual option will also be available. On March 22, the meeting will run from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. and continue on March 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The STAC advises FWP on trail issues in Montana,

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State Trail Advisory Committee To Meet

The Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks State Trails Advisory Committee will meet March 22 and 23. The group will meet in person, at the Great Falls Region 4 office in the public conference room; a virtual option will also be available. On March 22, the meeting will run from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. and continue on March 23 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The STAC advises FWP on trail issues in Montana,

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Posted on March 23, 2023

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Froid School Breakfast and salad bar served daily. Mar. 27: Chicken patty on a bun and rice pilaf. Mar. 28: Breakfast burritos, hash browns, go-gurts and fruit. Mar. 29: French dip, sweet potato fries, bananas and cheesecake. Mar. 30: Chicken alfredo, bosco sticks, and veggies. Mar. 31: Hot dog on a bun, potato salad and baked beans. *** Culbertson School Mar. 27: Cheeseburger,

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Froid School Breakfast and salad bar served daily. Mar. 27: Chicken patty on a bun and rice pilaf. Mar. 28: Breakfast burritos, hash browns, go-gurts and fruit. Mar. 29: French dip, sweet potato fries, bananas and cheesecake. Mar. 30: Chicken alfredo, bosco sticks, and veggies. Mar. 31: Hot dog on a bun, potato salad and baked beans. *** Culbertson School Mar. 27: Cheeseburger,

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Caucus Aspires To Keep Native Issues At Forefront During Legislative Session

Montana is the only state in the nation where the percentage of Indigenous elected lawmakers exceeds the state’s overall Indigenous population, potentially giving Native Americans a bigger voice in their government. There are 12 tribes in Montana living on seven reservations, making Native Americans the largest minority population in the state. However, raising that voice can be difficult.

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Caucus Aspires To Keep Native Issues At Forefront During Legislative Session

Montana is the only state in the nation where the percentage of Indigenous elected lawmakers exceeds the state’s overall Indigenous population, potentially giving Native Americans a bigger voice in their government. There are 12 tribes in Montana living on seven reservations, making Native Americans the largest minority population in the state. However, raising that voice can be difficult.

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Culbertson Mar. 24: Slush burgers, chips, vegetable and dessert. Mar. 28: Turkey cornbread and stuffing casserole, mashed potatoes and dessert. *** Bainville Mar. 23: Turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. Mar. 28: Pork roast, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. Mar. 30: Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. *** Froid Mar. 27:

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Culbertson Mar. 24: Slush burgers, chips, vegetable and dessert. Mar. 28: Turkey cornbread and stuffing casserole, mashed potatoes and dessert. *** Bainville Mar. 23: Turkey and dressing, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. Mar. 28: Pork roast, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. Mar. 30: Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. *** Froid Mar. 27:

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University To Honor Smoker Broaddus With Honorary Doctorate This Spring

Mandy Smoker Broaddus is a former Montana poet laureate who helped implement the Indian Education Act for All Act across the state. John Shaffner is a legendary Hollywood production designer who created sets for many of television’s most beloved shows. Both will receive an honorary doctorate this spring from the University of Montana. Last week, the state Board of Regents approved UM’s

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University To Honor Smoker Broaddus With Honorary Doctorate This Spring

Mandy Smoker Broaddus is a former Montana poet laureate who helped implement the Indian Education Act for All Act across the state. John Shaffner is a legendary Hollywood production designer who created sets for many of television’s most beloved shows. Both will receive an honorary doctorate this spring from the University of Montana. Last week, the state Board of Regents approved UM’s

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Posted on March 23, 2023

Bill To Recruit, Retain Tribal Law Enforcement

Facing a public safety crisis in Indian Country, U.S. Sens. Jon Tester (D-Mont) and John Hoeven (R-N.D) have introduced legislation to recruit and retain tribal law enforcement by increasing the pay rates for Bureau of Indian Affairs officers. “I’ll work with anyone to ensure that folks in Indian Country have the resources they need to keep their communities safe,” said Tester. “As

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Bill To Recruit, Retain Tribal Law Enforcement

Facing a public safety crisis in Indian Country, U.S. Sens. Jon Tester (D-Mont) and John Hoeven (R-N.D) have introduced legislation to recruit and retain tribal law enforcement by increasing the pay rates for Bureau of Indian Affairs officers. “I’ll work with anyone to ensure that folks in Indian Country have the resources they need to keep their communities safe,” said Tester. “As

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Posted on March 23, 2023

Humanities Montana Funds Fort Peck Stories

Humanities Montana recently awarded $42,367 to humanities projects across the state, including First Voices’ Three Fort Peck Stories: Assiniboine, Chippewa, and Sioux. First Voices is a digital storytelling project working with students at reservation high schools and Tribal colleges to create digital performances of ancestral stories that are published on an online portal. Students will

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Humanities Montana Funds Fort Peck Stories

Humanities Montana recently awarded $42,367 to humanities projects across the state, including First Voices’ Three Fort Peck Stories: Assiniboine, Chippewa, and Sioux. First Voices is a digital storytelling project working with students at reservation high schools and Tribal colleges to create digital performances of ancestral stories that are published on an online portal. Students will

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St. Patrick’s Attire

Froid kindergarten student Kayden Bracken wears his St Patrick’s Day shirt on Friday, March 17. Kayden is the son of Justin and Sadie Bracken of Froid. (Photo submitted)

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St. Patrick’s Attire

Froid kindergarten student Kayden Bracken wears his St Patrick’s Day shirt on Friday, March 17. Kayden is the son of Justin and Sadie Bracken of Froid. (Photo submitted)

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Posted on March 23, 2023

Montana’s Unemployment Rate Declines

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has announced Montana’s unemployment rate declined to 2.5 percent in January, matching the record low set in the governor’s second year in office, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. Montana’s unemployment rate in January is the fourth lowest in the nation. “Hardworking Montanans

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Montana’s Unemployment Rate Declines

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has announced Montana’s unemployment rate declined to 2.5 percent in January, matching the record low set in the governor’s second year in office, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. Montana’s unemployment rate in January is the fourth lowest in the nation. “Hardworking Montanans

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Culbertson Track Program Enjoys Excellent Turnout

An exceptional turnout has Culbertson High School’s athletes looking forward to the upcoming track season. Coach Dave Solem said the 37 member squad including 22 boys is the most during his 19 years coaching track in Culbertson. “It’s the biggest turnout ever,” Solem said. “It’s good numbers and a good bunch of kids to work with. There’s a good, positive spirit.” A strong

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Culbertson Track Program Enjoys Excellent Turnout

An exceptional turnout has Culbertson High School’s athletes looking forward to the upcoming track season. Coach Dave Solem said the 37 member squad including 22 boys is the most during his 19 years coaching track in Culbertson. “It’s the biggest turnout ever,” Solem said. “It’s good numbers and a good bunch of kids to work with. There’s a good, positive spirit.” A strong

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State Trail Advisory Committee To Meet

State Trail Advisory Committee To Meet

School Menus

School Menus

Caucus Aspires To Keep Native Issues At Forefront During Legislative Session

Caucus Aspires To Keep Native Issues At Forefront During Legislative Session

Senior Menus

Senior Menus

University To Honor Smoker Broaddus With Honorary Doctorate This Spring

University To Honor Smoker Broaddus With Honorary Doctorate This Spring

Bill To Recruit, Retain Tribal Law Enforcement

Bill To Recruit, Retain Tribal Law Enforcement

Humanities Montana Funds Fort Peck Stories

Humanities Montana Funds Fort Peck Stories

St. Patrick’s Attire

St. Patrick’s Attire

Montana’s Unemployment Rate Declines

Montana’s Unemployment Rate Declines

Culbertson Track Program Enjoys Excellent Turnout

Culbertson Track Program Enjoys Excellent Turnout

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