Montana’s smokeless tobacco use prevalence is 14 percent for adult males, which is more than twice as high as the national average. Feb. 19-25 is “Through with Chew Week,” an entire week dedicated to educating Montanans about the health risks of smokeless tobacco and the health benefits of quitting. “Smokeless tobacco is not a safe alternative to cigarettes. Research shows that nicotine

Rep. Frank Smith, D-Poplar, is working to pass House Bill 330 that would provide state recognition for the Northern Tribes DUI Task Force. The bill originally carried an appropriation of $150,000 from the general fund, but amendments are taking place to reduce the price tag. “I’ve gotten it modified so much. We brought down the price quite a bit,” Smith said. Smith noted that both

Roosevelt County reported 19 active COVID cases as of Friday, Feb. 10. There have been 3,973 total cases in the county. For information on immunizations, call 406-653-6223. Area Statistics Daniels County had one active case as of Friday, Feb. 10. The county has 481 cumulative cases. Valley County reported 13 active cases as of Friday, Feb. 10. The county has 2,134 cumulative cases. In

Wolf Point will hold a Spring Hoopfest on April 8. The basketball tournament is for students in grades 3-8. Cost is $175 per team. Registration begins on Feb. 20, and ends on March 31. To register, go to www. tourneymachine.com. For more information, call Brock Copenhaver at 406-561-3874.

Frazer dropped both of its conference basketball contests against Dodson on Friday, Feb. 10. Frazer’s girls lost by a 66-44 final. The Bearcubs trailed by only a 16-15 margin at the end of the first quarter but fell behind 30-19 at the half. Dodson outscored the Bearcubs by an 18-11 margin in the third quarter. Top scorers for Frazer were Audrey Smoker with nine, Baily Beston with