Erik Johannessen’s shelter project gained some ground this week in Wolf Point, beating a deadline of Nov. 27 for removal or relocation of the structures set by BNSF and the Wolf Point Police Department. Johannessen told the Northern Plains Independent that the structures were moved ahead of the deadline, despite a short extension granted by Police Chief Jeff Harada. Johannessen said 10

Miller Oil co-owner Matt Miller told the Northern Plains Independent that spot market propane prices in Culbertson have gone up by approximately 40 cents per gallon between the end of October and the Thanksgiving holiday. He said propane marketers have blamed cold and wet conditions and a late corn harvest in the Midwest for the price hikes. Miller said the hike is a reflection of transportation

A Montana State University economics professor known for his research on domestic and international agricultural trade policy is featured on a new Netflix documentary series, Rotten, which explores environmental and equity issues associated with food production and the politics of food policy. Vincent Smith, co-director of the MSU Initiative for Regulation and Applied Economic Analysis in

Are you at risk of HIV? Do you know how HIV is spread? The virus can be found in the blood, semen and vaginal fluids of a person who is infected with HIV. Having unprotected sex, especially anal and vaginal intercourse, can put you at risk. Sharing needles with an HIV positive drug user can also transmit the virus. A mother who is HIV-positive can transmit it to her baby during pregnancy,

Congressman Greg Gianforte announced that a member of his staff will conduct mobile office hours in December in eight counties, including Dawson, Flathead, Lake, Prairie, Roosevelt, Stillwater, Sweet Grass, and Valley counties. Gianforte staffer Melissa Dean will visit Roosevelt and Valley counties. She will be in Wolf Point Tuesday, Dec. 17, at the Roosevelt County Courthouse beginning at

Wolf Point School Dec. 2: Breakfast: Frosted mini wheats, yogurt, oranges and milk. Lunch: Hamburgers, french fries, salad and berry cups. Dec. 3: Breakfast: Breakfast pizza, apples and milk. Lunch: Chicken nuggets, hash browns, salad and peaches. Dec. 4: Breakfast: Strawberry bagel bits, bananas and milk. Lunch: Barbecue pork sandwiches, baked beans, coleslaw and pears. Dec. 5: Breakfast:

now? Black Friday deals are a top draw for shoppers looking to save money and get a jumpstart on holiday shopping. In a survey from the International Council of Shopping Centers, more than 34 percent of respondents indicated they plan to shop on Black Friday. However, many others are just as eager to begin shopping even earlier. In recent years, some stores have begun to open their doors to

Wolf Point Congregate Meals Nov. 28: No meal.

The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 34th annual survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $48.91, or less than $5.00 per person. This is a 1-cent increase from last year’s average of $48.90. “The average cost of this year’s Thanksgiving dinner is essentially unchanged from last year, after three years