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State’s Unemployment Rate At 3.6 Percent

Gov. Greg Gianforte has announced Montana’s unemployment rate was 3.6 percent in January. Montana’s unemployment rate was lower than the national unemployment rate, which was 4.3 percent in January. “In Montana, we remain focused on creating an environment where small businesses and manufacturers can thrive and create more good paying jobs,” Gianforte said. “Through 406 JOBS, we’re

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State’s Unemployment Rate At 3.6 Percent

Gov. Greg Gianforte has announced Montana’s unemployment rate was 3.6 percent in January. Montana’s unemployment rate was lower than the national unemployment rate, which was 4.3 percent in January. “In Montana, we remain focused on creating an environment where small businesses and manufacturers can thrive and create more good paying jobs,” Gianforte said. “Through 406 JOBS, we’re

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Posted on April 16, 2026

National Library Week Observed In April

First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week, is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation’s libraries and librarians and to promote library use and support. All types of libraries — school, public, academic and special participate. In the mid-1950s, research

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National Library Week Observed In April

First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week, is a national observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries across the country each April. It is a time to celebrate the contributions of our nation’s libraries and librarians and to promote library use and support. All types of libraries — school, public, academic and special participate. In the mid-1950s, research

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Posted on April 16, 2026

Poplar Sports Complex Making Steps Forward

The goal of building a sports complex at Poplar High School is becoming closer to a reality after school officials have seen completion of the design phase. Poplar Superintendent of Schools Keith Erickson said that part of the process took about six months. “Our designer was really good,” Erickson stressed. He explained that the potential track and football complex will be located a

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Poplar Sports Complex Making Steps Forward

The goal of building a sports complex at Poplar High School is becoming closer to a reality after school officials have seen completion of the design phase. Poplar Superintendent of Schools Keith Erickson said that part of the process took about six months. “Our designer was really good,” Erickson stressed. He explained that the potential track and football complex will be located a

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Posted on April 16, 2026

Area FFA Students Earn State Honors

Area FFA students were honored during the state convention in Great Falls held last week. Students earning state degrees from Culbertson were Logan Berwick, Ayden Ator, Catherine Donaldson, Kaden Featherston, Ian Snyder and Ivy Colvin. Also earning the honor from the area were Lilly Johnson and Cody Olson of Froid, Hailey Berwick, Lila Butikofer, Addison Hansen and Rowan Wilson of Bainville.

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Area FFA Students Earn State Honors

Area FFA students were honored during the state convention in Great Falls held last week. Students earning state degrees from Culbertson were Logan Berwick, Ayden Ator, Catherine Donaldson, Kaden Featherston, Ian Snyder and Ivy Colvin. Also earning the honor from the area were Lilly Johnson and Cody Olson of Froid, Hailey Berwick, Lila Butikofer, Addison Hansen and Rowan Wilson of Bainville.

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Posted on April 16, 2026

Lions Club Presents Flags To Local First-grade Students

The Wolf Point Lions Club continued its tradition by handing out more than 40 U.S. flags to firstgrade students at Southside Elementary School and Frontier School on Tuesday, April 7. Club president Dave Fyfe and local Lions Club member Erika Fyfe performed the honors of presenting the flags to the young students. The Wolf Point Lions has been involved in the flag program for more than 30

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Lions Club Presents Flags To Local First-grade Students

The Wolf Point Lions Club continued its tradition by handing out more than 40 U.S. flags to firstgrade students at Southside Elementary School and Frontier School on Tuesday, April 7. Club president Dave Fyfe and local Lions Club member Erika Fyfe performed the honors of presenting the flags to the young students. The Wolf Point Lions has been involved in the flag program for more than 30

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Posted on April 16, 2026

Government Receives Extension In Orozco Case

The government has requested an extension to file a response regarding the motion to dismiss in the Roberto Orozco-Ramirez case. The defense does not object to the extended deadline. The extension request reads, “Additional time is needed to fully brief the issues presented in the motion to dismiss and provide for additional consultations regarding those issues.” Previously, the deadline to

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Government Receives Extension In Orozco Case

The government has requested an extension to file a response regarding the motion to dismiss in the Roberto Orozco-Ramirez case. The defense does not object to the extended deadline. The extension request reads, “Additional time is needed to fully brief the issues presented in the motion to dismiss and provide for additional consultations regarding those issues.” Previously, the deadline to

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Posted on April 16, 2026

Senior Profile Reed Enjoys Success in Football, Rodeo

Senior Profile Reed Enjoys Success in Football, Rodeo Wolf Point High School senior Kasey Reed has enjoyed participating in football, wrestling and rodeo during the past four years. In football, Reed has been Wolf Point’s starting quarterback for the past two seasons. On the defensive side of the ball, Reed has been a safety and linebacker. He prefers playing offense more than defense.

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Senior Profile Reed Enjoys Success in Football, Rodeo

Senior Profile Reed Enjoys Success in Football, Rodeo Wolf Point High School senior Kasey Reed has enjoyed participating in football, wrestling and rodeo during the past four years. In football, Reed has been Wolf Point’s starting quarterback for the past two seasons. On the defensive side of the ball, Reed has been a safety and linebacker. He prefers playing offense more than defense.

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Posted on April 16, 2026

Bainville Celebrate Prom

Bainville High School students and visitors from various other area schools enjoyed a fun night at Bainville’s prom on Saturday, April 11. The prom featured 32 couples and 65 total students. Theme of the prom was “When In Rome.” Crowned queen and king were seniors Hailey Berwick and Rowan Wilson. Selected princess and prince were Casey Myers and Keagan Vaira.

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Bainville Celebrate Prom

Bainville High School students and visitors from various other area schools enjoyed a fun night at Bainville’s prom on Saturday, April 11. The prom featured 32 couples and 65 total students. Theme of the prom was “When In Rome.” Crowned queen and king were seniors Hailey Berwick and Rowan Wilson. Selected princess and prince were Casey Myers and Keagan Vaira.

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Posted on April 16, 2026

National Day Of Prayer Event Scheduled

Several area churches are organizing a 12-hour prayer vigil for the 75th observance of the National Day of Prayer on May 7. If you would like more information on how you can join in praying for our nation, state, and community, call 406-653-1059 Mondays and Thursdays from 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m.

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National Day Of Prayer Event Scheduled

Several area churches are organizing a 12-hour prayer vigil for the 75th observance of the National Day of Prayer on May 7. If you would like more information on how you can join in praying for our nation, state, and community, call 406-653-1059 Mondays and Thursdays from 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m.

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Posted on April 16, 2026

Berwick Excels In Various Activities At School

As she nears the finish line of her high school career, Bainville senior Hailey Berwick can look back at a successful last four years at the school. She has earned accomplishment not only on the athletic field but also through FFA and Business Professionals of America. Berwick, who is vice president of the school’s National Honor Society and her class, has been involved in FFA for four years.

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Berwick Excels In Various Activities At School

As she nears the finish line of her high school career, Bainville senior Hailey Berwick can look back at a successful last four years at the school. She has earned accomplishment not only on the athletic field but also through FFA and Business Professionals of America. Berwick, who is vice president of the school’s National Honor Society and her class, has been involved in FFA for four years.

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Posted on April 16, 2026

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State’s Unemployment Rate At 3.6 Percent

State’s Unemployment Rate At 3.6 Percent

National Library Week Observed In April

National Library Week Observed In April

Poplar Sports Complex Making Steps Forward

Poplar Sports Complex Making Steps Forward

Area FFA Students Earn State Honors

Area FFA Students Earn State Honors

Lions Club Presents Flags To Local First-grade Students

Lions Club Presents Flags To Local First-grade Students

Government Receives Extension In Orozco Case

Government Receives Extension In Orozco Case

Senior Profile Reed Enjoys Success in Football, Rodeo

Senior Profile Reed Enjoys Success in Football, Rodeo

Bainville Celebrate Prom

Bainville Celebrate Prom

National Day Of Prayer Event Scheduled

National Day Of Prayer Event Scheduled

Berwick Excels In Various Activities At School

Berwick Excels In Various Activities At School

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