Area officials have expressed disappointment with the news that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced that releases from Fort Peck Dam could be conducted in April and July. The Corps of Engineers feels the increased water releases would benefit the endangered pallid sturgeon. Roosevelt County commissioners are concerned about the potential financial impact for area growers. “It

Culbertson Feb. 16: Stir-fry with eggrolls, vegetables and dessert. Feb. 20: Pork, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. Feb. 23: Hamburger stroganoff, vegetable and dessert. *** Bainville Feb. 15: Chicken pot pie, fruit salad and dessert. Feb. 20: Tomato soup, sandwiches and dessert. Feb. 22: Lasagna, garlic bread, vegetable and dessert. *** Froid Feb.

Montana Health Network has received a government grant to identify opportunities to support mental health needs in the region. As a part of the grant, the network will hold listening sessions throughout eastern Montana. The sessions will include at 2:30 p.m. on March 4 at the Richland County Courthouse, at 1:30 p.m. on March 13, at the Sheridan County Courthouse and at 1 p.m. on March 20, at

MonDak Ag Days & Trade Show is scheduled for March 7-8 at the Richland County Event Center in Sidney. The trade show will open Thursday at 8 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. and again on Friday from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. There will be vendors onsite with their information, products and services. Breakfast will be served both days with the Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce hosting on Thursday and Richland

The Bainville Bulldogs emerged with a 45-34 win over Culbertson in a District 2C girls’ basketball battle on Friday, Feb. 9. The Bulldogs trailed 2522 at the half before scoring the first 10 points of the third quarter. Elsie Wilson hit a three-pointer to start the streak. A three-point play by Tally Berwick put Bainville up 31-25 midway into the period. Culbertson battled back with the last

Each year, Through with Chew Week raises awareness about the dangers of smokeless tobacco use whether it be chew, dip, pouches, or snus. This year, Roosevelt County Health Department is encouraging people who use smokeless tobacco to set a quit date and quit for good. According to the 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, Montana has the third highest prevalence of adult male smokeless

Two options for property tax relief are available — the Property Tax Assistance Program and the Montana Elderly Homeowner/Renter Credit program. Note that you cannot participate in both programs at the same time. The first one is the Montana Elderly Homeowner/ Renter Credit program. You can receive up to a $1,150 refundable tax credit based on your eligibility. Eligibility requirements are: