Shandy Moran is the new U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development Montana rural business cooperative services loan specialist to serve the eastern Montana region. This newly- created loan specialist position will allow USDA RD to build stronger relationships within the eastern part of the state and expand funding and resources to help rural Montana prosper. Prior to joining USDA RD,

The 10-year fisheries management plan for Fort Peck Reservoir will expire in 2022, prompting Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks to begin updating the plan for next 10 years. FWP is seeking anglers’ assistance with this plan, starting with an online survey. This will be the fourth 10-year management plan for the popular reservoir. Each of these plans have been developed with regional and statewide

Valley County Health Department has received reports confirming 12 positive COVID persons. Symptoms began May 7 through this past weekend, which means that these persons were contagious in the community beginning May 5. Each of these 12 persons have been sick enough to seek medical care. Roosevelt County had one active COVID cases as of Friday, May 13. There have been 74 COVID-related deaths

After some discussion, Roosevelt County commissioners approved the renewal of their health insurance plan with Joint Powers Trust during their meeting on Tuesday, May 3. When the topic was opened, Commissioner Duane Nygaard said, “From the experience that I’ve had, I don’t know if we want to keep it.” Commissioner Gary Mcdonald agreed with the concerns of service. The monthly rate

Bainville, Brockton, Culbertson and Froid schools have all set graduation plans for May. Brockton High School will be up first, hosting a ceremony for eight seniors May 13. Graduating seniors include Bayzel Alexander, Jaidyn Edmisten, Spirit Feather, Jonathan Fire Cloud, Ethan Longtree, Ziktcana Roberts, Rita Track and Jewell Youpee. Attendees are welcome in the school gym starting at 6 p.m.