Montana State University congratulates George Carpenter, Sidney, for receiving his bachelors of science degree in fish and wildlife biology during the spring commencement. He will pursue a career in the field and is currently interviewing at Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks in Bozeman. He offered to tell us his story as a way to advocate for others who face barriers in the academic and physical

Graduation was held at Lustre High School on Sunday, May 19, at 3 p.m. The processional was played by Meridith Reddig, and Pastor Justin Byers opened in prayer. The class verse was Psalms 145:13 “For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom. You rule throughout all generations.” Honor attendants were Mason Hilkemann and Abby Olfert. The five grads who wore white stoles and blue cords were

Gov. Greg Gianforte issued an executive order Friday, May 24, declaring a statewide disaster in response to flooding in northern and central Montana. “Runoff from recent heavy rain and snow has compromised critical electrical infrastructure and roads and bridges in Montana,” Gianforte said in a statement. “This order will help impacted communities get back on their feet and protect the

Wolf Point High School graduates who received scholarships during the graduation ceremony included the following: Kaylee Johnson: Opportunity Bank valedictorian scholarship, Youth Serve Montana, Wolf Point Elks Lodge, Montana University System STEM/Healthcare, Indian Impacted Schools of Montana, Elks Legacy, Donald Frank Integrity, Robert and Elsie Penner Memorial, Wolf Point Hoopfest, First Lutheran

Now in its eighth year, a spring weekend of Creators Game horsemanship clinics was hosted by Spotted Bull Recovery Resource Center, Native Connections and Volunteers of America at the Poplar Saddle Club May 24-27. The weekend started off with a clinic featuring instructors Emma Gourneau, Clarice Smoker and Jon Eagle Sr. on May 24. Timed events and a play day were hosted May 25. Young people from

High Prairie Veterinary Services staffer Claire Kinzie spoke to students at Frontier Elementary May 17. Teacher Marianne Zilkoski Rees organized a career day featuring area professionals who were willing to speak to students and explain the details of their various roles in the community. Professionals also spoke about preparing for careers serving the community, the educational requirements