Guardian Flight has important suggestions for avoiding, recognizing and treating two deadly cold-related illnesses: hypothermia and frostbite. Both conditions occur even in areas known for warm weather and can be caused by wind chill and exposure to snow or wet conditions. As the temperatures begin to drop, it is important to remember that exposure can be a threat to life and limb — especially

To highlight the importance of wetland conservation, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is launching a new Migratory Bird Stamp. “We know the value of wetland habitat to the landscape in Montana and conservation efforts to protect or enhance these habitats has gone on for decades,” said FWP Director Dustin Temple. “But we can do more. FWP, along with the help of landowners and other conservation

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public comment on a draft revision to the Upland Game Bird Enhancement Program Strategic Plan. The strategic plan was written in 2011 using recommendations and guidance from the UGBEP Council. The plan is intended to provide a common understanding for how the program will be administered and implemented. The revised plan builds on the original

Theron Richard Hagadone is facing three charges, including a felony, after a traffic stop near Bainville on Oct. 21. Charges are criminal possession of dangerous drugs, criminal possession of drug paraphernalia and driving a motor vehicle while privilege to do so is suspended or revoked. He is scheduled to make his initial appearance in district court on Nov. 15. Bail has been set at $25,000.

First quarter honor roll for the Bainville High School has been released. Seniors: Wyatte Giese,* Hallie Iverson,* Logan Josephson,* Carter Winn,* Cayden Boyd, Charles Butikofer, Samuel Butikofer, Reese Harmon, Kaelyn Romo, Kendra Romo and Alex Strickland. Juniors: Elsie Wilson,* Tally Berwick, Isaiah Bjorge, Miah Pippenger, Trevor Robertus and Eivind Winn. Sophomores: Isabelle Anderson,*

Roosevelt County commissioners approved an agreement regarding the Picard gravel pit, located north of Bainville, during a meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 24. The five-year agreement has the county paying $2.25 per crushed ton for all rock, gravel, sand, aggregate, clay and earthen materials. Commissioner Gordon Oelkers said the county has worked with Franz Construction regarding obtaining gravel