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Senior Profile Poser Drives To Be His Best

Senior Profile Poser Drives To Be His Best There’s a good chance that you might see Culbertson High School senior Makai Poser on the highway during his free time. Whether it’s heading east to Minot, N.D., or west to Big Timber, Poser loves to drive. “I drive a lot,” Poser said. “Like six, eight or 10 hours at a time. I try to once or twice a week.” He explained that he’s

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Senior Profile Poser Drives To Be His Best

Senior Profile Poser Drives To Be His Best There’s a good chance that you might see Culbertson High School senior Makai Poser on the highway during his free time. Whether it’s heading east to Minot, N.D., or west to Big Timber, Poser loves to drive. “I drive a lot,” Poser said. “Like six, eight or 10 hours at a time. I try to once or twice a week.” He explained that he’s

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Posted on November 16, 2023

USDA Announces New Resources To Empower Native American Young People

At the 2023 White House Tribal Youth Summit, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers new resources to inspire Native American youth to explore Indigenous foodways and knowledge and highlight career paths at USDA and beyond. These efforts are part of USDA’s commitment to empowering tribal self-determination and bringing Indigenous perspectives into agriculture, food, and nutrition. “USDA

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USDA Announces New Resources To Empower Native American Young People

At the 2023 White House Tribal Youth Summit, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers new resources to inspire Native American youth to explore Indigenous foodways and knowledge and highlight career paths at USDA and beyond. These efforts are part of USDA’s commitment to empowering tribal self-determination and bringing Indigenous perspectives into agriculture, food, and nutrition. “USDA

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Posted on November 16, 2023

Newbill Speaks

Local resident Chris Newbill delivered the address for the Veteran’s Day assembly at Culbertson High School gym Nov. 9, Newbill served in the U.S. Air Force from 2002-2008, when he was medically retired at the rank of Staff Sergent (E5). He was deployed twice to the Middle East for active service in that region. Newbill’s talk encouraged service as a part of personal development. He said the

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Newbill Speaks

Local resident Chris Newbill delivered the address for the Veteran’s Day assembly at Culbertson High School gym Nov. 9, Newbill served in the U.S. Air Force from 2002-2008, when he was medically retired at the rank of Staff Sergent (E5). He was deployed twice to the Middle East for active service in that region. Newbill’s talk encouraged service as a part of personal development. He said the

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Posted on November 16, 2023

Apollo 8 Commander Dies At 95

Retired former NASA astronaut Col. Frank Borman, who commanded the Apollo 8 mission that was the first to take humans around the Moon in 1968, died Tuesday, Nov. 7, at age 95 in Billings, which he had called home for the past 25 years. NASA announced Borman’s death Thursday afternoon. The Wall Street Journal reported, citing Borman’s family spokesperson, that Borman had a stroke Tuesday

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Apollo 8 Commander Dies At 95

Retired former NASA astronaut Col. Frank Borman, who commanded the Apollo 8 mission that was the first to take humans around the Moon in 1968, died Tuesday, Nov. 7, at age 95 in Billings, which he had called home for the past 25 years. NASA announced Borman’s death Thursday afternoon. The Wall Street Journal reported, citing Borman’s family spokesperson, that Borman had a stroke Tuesday

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Posted on November 16, 2023

Calendars Available To Support 4-H Youth

Calendars featuring drawings by artist Don Greytak are available from the Montana 4-H Foundation as a fundraiser to support 4-H youth programs. The Montana 4-H Greytak 2024 calendar features the artist’s pencil drawings of agricultural life in Montana and has been a traditional fundraiser for more than 30 years. Calendars are sold by 4-H members and are usually available at Montana State

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Calendars Available To Support 4-H Youth

Calendars featuring drawings by artist Don Greytak are available from the Montana 4-H Foundation as a fundraiser to support 4-H youth programs. The Montana 4-H Greytak 2024 calendar features the artist’s pencil drawings of agricultural life in Montana and has been a traditional fundraiser for more than 30 years. Calendars are sold by 4-H members and are usually available at Montana State

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Posted on November 16, 2023

Commissioners Agree To Purchase Topper

The Roosevelt County commissioners approved the purchase of an aluminum topper for the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office during a special meeting on Monday, Nov. 13. Commissioners explained the topper is needed for the sheriff office to transport bodies as part of coroner services. Cost of the topper is $4,050. During public comment, resident Bill Juve asked if there is a large turnover

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Commissioners Agree To Purchase Topper

The Roosevelt County commissioners approved the purchase of an aluminum topper for the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office during a special meeting on Monday, Nov. 13. Commissioners explained the topper is needed for the sheriff office to transport bodies as part of coroner services. Cost of the topper is $4,050. During public comment, resident Bill Juve asked if there is a large turnover

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Posted on November 16, 2023

Open Mic Set For Friday At Tribal Library

A follow-up open-mic event is set for Friday, Nov. 17, at the James E. Shanley Tribal Library in Poplar, beginning at 6:30 p.m. A kick-off event featuring Britney Cloud and other performers was hosted at the library Oct. 20. According to a press release: “We are hosting our second Open Mic Night this week. Read a poem, sing a song, share a story, play an instrument, do stand-up comedy.

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Open Mic Set For Friday At Tribal Library

A follow-up open-mic event is set for Friday, Nov. 17, at the James E. Shanley Tribal Library in Poplar, beginning at 6:30 p.m. A kick-off event featuring Britney Cloud and other performers was hosted at the library Oct. 20. According to a press release: “We are hosting our second Open Mic Night this week. Read a poem, sing a song, share a story, play an instrument, do stand-up comedy.

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Posted on November 16, 2023

Lustre Student Makes Giant Strides In First Football Season

Lustre Christian School student Ifeanyi Aniobi didn’t quite know what to expect when he decided to give the sport of football a try this fall. Aniobi, who is from Nigeria, said he never played organized football before but had some experience with rugby and tag football. “I watched football, so I know what it was like,” he said during an interview last week. The start of his football

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Lustre Student Makes Giant Strides In First Football Season

Lustre Christian School student Ifeanyi Aniobi didn’t quite know what to expect when he decided to give the sport of football a try this fall. Aniobi, who is from Nigeria, said he never played organized football before but had some experience with rugby and tag football. “I watched football, so I know what it was like,” he said during an interview last week. The start of his football

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Posted on November 16, 2023

Red Hawks Advance To State Championship Football Game

In a game that featured a huge display of fireworks provided from both offenses, Froid/Lake’s attack was too much at the end as the Red Hawks posted an 82-70 semi-final round victory over Harlowton/Ryegate/Judith Gap in six-man football action on Saturday, Nov. 11. “Defensively, we struggled,” Froid/Lake coach Michael Reiter said after the win. “It’s awesome that we scored 82 points

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Red Hawks Advance To State Championship Football Game

In a game that featured a huge display of fireworks provided from both offenses, Froid/Lake’s attack was too much at the end as the Red Hawks posted an 82-70 semi-final round victory over Harlowton/Ryegate/Judith Gap in six-man football action on Saturday, Nov. 11. “Defensively, we struggled,” Froid/Lake coach Michael Reiter said after the win. “It’s awesome that we scored 82 points

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Posted on November 16, 2023

New Members Appointed To Wetlands Protection Council

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks recently appointed six new members to the Montana Wetlands Protection Advisory Council. Region 1: To be determined Region 2: Bridger Pierce Region 3: Justin Julian Region 4: Chris Evensen Region 5: Beverly Wornom Region 6: Ken Jansa Region 7: Stephen Christian The council advises FWP on general management and direction of the Migratory Bird Wetland Program.

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New Members Appointed To Wetlands Protection Council

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks recently appointed six new members to the Montana Wetlands Protection Advisory Council. Region 1: To be determined Region 2: Bridger Pierce Region 3: Justin Julian Region 4: Chris Evensen Region 5: Beverly Wornom Region 6: Ken Jansa Region 7: Stephen Christian The council advises FWP on general management and direction of the Migratory Bird Wetland Program.

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Posted on November 16, 2023

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Senior Profile Poser Drives To Be His Best

Senior Profile Poser Drives To Be His Best

USDA Announces New Resources To Empower Native American Young People

USDA Announces New Resources To Empower Native American Young People

Newbill Speaks

Newbill Speaks

Apollo 8 Commander Dies At 95

Apollo 8 Commander Dies At 95

Calendars Available To Support 4-H Youth

Calendars Available To Support 4-H Youth

Commissioners Agree To Purchase Topper

Commissioners Agree To Purchase Topper

Open Mic Set For Friday At Tribal Library

Open Mic Set For Friday At Tribal Library

Lustre Student Makes Giant Strides In First Football Season

Lustre Student Makes Giant Strides In First Football Season

Red Hawks Advance To State Championship Football Game

Red Hawks Advance To State Championship Football Game

New Members Appointed To Wetlands Protection Council

New Members Appointed To Wetlands Protection Council

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