uals and their loved ones. When large numbers of people disappear from a community, their absences are felt in countless ways. They leave behind loved ones, including children, who experience trauma, emotional distress, and financial strain. Simultaneously, the large numbers of people who return to these communities (since the vast majority of incarcerated people do return home) face a host of

In an effort to recognize and support our nation’s veterans, Elks’ National President Bruce Hidley has proclaimed November to be Veterans Remembrance Month. For Elks, service to veterans is a year-round commitment. Last year, the Elks’ nationwide support of veterans, including time, in-kind and fiscal donations, totaled more than $39 million. Every day, Elks volunteer at VA Medical

The Roosevelt County commissioners approved the purchase of a vehicle for the sheriff’s office during their meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 1. Commissioners approved the purchase of a 2022 Ford F-150 with 23,868 miles. With a trade in of $9,050, cost is $50,000. Due to different regulations from DNRC, commissioners will advertise a public hearing for a revised floodplan regulations. “It

Residents are urged to complete a survey that will assist with the creation of a new regional hazard mitigation plan. The State of Montana Disaster and Emergency Services is forming the plan that will encompass all counties, municipalities and tribal nations in the Eastern region of Montana. “The purpose of this survey is to collect information from the public and stakeholders to better

( Publisher’s Note: The following blotter includes the activities of the Wolf Point police and fire departments Oct. 31 through Nov. 6. All those cited or arrested are presumed innocent.) October 31 Jorey Azure, 18, male, 100 block of Third Avenue South, theft/shoplifting, carrying a concealed weapon, minor in possession and hindering law enforcement, tribal court. Tyrell Eder, 20, male,

Poplar Woman Admits Federal Involuntary Manslaughter Charge A Poplar woman on Wednesday, Nov. 2, admitted to a charge stemming from the death of a passenger when the vehicle she was driving crashed on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said. Rachel Aileen Goodbird, 29, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter. Goodbird faces a maximum of eight years in prison,

The Montana Supreme Court has addressed the trial of David Joseph Cord, who was sentenced in 2019 to 40 years in prison with 35 years suspended for the charge of felony sexual assault. The Supreme Court announced a reversed ruling. A status hearing regarding the case is scheduled in Roosevelt County District Court on Wednesday, Nov. 16, to determine if the case will be retried. The lack of