The Culbertson Public Library has received the new titles for February. Fiction titles arriving this month include The Last of the Earth by Deepa Anappara, An Academic Affair by Jodi McAlister, Most Eligible by Isabella Engel, Skylark by Paula McLain, Honeymoon Stage by Margaux Eliot, The List of Suspicious Things by Jennie Godfrey, Lost Lambs by Madeline Cash, The Devil is a Southpaw

After several years of rapid expansion during the COVID-19 pandemic, Montana’s population growth rate has continued settling to a slower pace according to 2025 figures released by the U.S. Census Bureau last week. The Census Bureau estimates Montana added 7,137 residents between mid-2024 and mid-2025 for an annual growth rate of less than one percent. That’s a modest increase from the roughly

The Culbertson Cowgirls fell by a 68-33 margin on the road against MonDak during District 2C basketball play on Friday, Feb. 6. The Thunder gained an 18-5 lead in the first quarter and held a 36-15 half-time cushion. MonDak added 13 more points in the third quarter for a 49-22 margin. Top scorers for the Cowgirls were Ayden Ator with eight, Ivy Colvin with seven and Kalia Featherston with

Brockton’s boys’ basketball team clinched the regular- season championship for District 2C with a 67-32 victory over Froid/Lake on Friday, Feb. 6. Brockton’s Coach John Nygard believes this is the Warriors’ first conference title since 2004. The Warriors jumped out to 24-7 lead in the first quarter and held a 45-11 half-time advantage. Leading Brockton’s attack were Miles

Sheridan Electric is working to expand skilled trades education opportunities for regional students after learning about the innovative programs offered through the Bakken Area Skills Center in Watford City, N.D. The initiative began in early January when Jamie Ator-Kleppen shared a You-Tube video from the Living in McKenzie County channel with Sheridan Electric staff. The video, titled “Growing

The Culbertson Town Council held its regular monthly meeting on Monay, Feb. 9, at the town hall building. Following the approval of financials and claims and meeting minutes from January, the council heard from Roosevelt County Commissioner Gordon Oelkers about plans to develop and improve the Culbertson Readiness Center and vehicle maintenance shop on Broadway Avenue. No motions were raised.

Losing QMB (Qualified Medicare Beneficiary) status can feel alarming, but you still have options. Here’s a clear breakdown of what typically happens next in Montana and what you can do right away. What QMB Ending Usually Means QMB helps pay: • Medicare Part A & B premiums • Deductibles • Coinsurance • Copays If you received a notice that your QMB is ending, it usually

Women passionate about agriculture and rural communities gained skills and resources during Montana Farmers Union’s Eastern Montana Women’s Conference held Jan. 31-Feb. 1 in Sidney. The conference is one of two women’s conferences offered by MFU and serves as an opportunity for women to connect with each other and resources through hands-on workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, locally