The Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation Division is warning taxpayers about Child Tax Credit-related scams, which criminals may use to steal money and personal information. While millions of American families started receiving the advance Child Tax Credit payments last week, criminals were already looking for innovative tactics to take advantage of unwitting victims. Taxpayers

At press time, Badlands Celebration is set for the Brockton powwow grounds Friday, July 30, through Sunday, Aug. 1. Jourdan Hoops-Lovan told the Northern Plains Independent that Friday’s grand entry will take place at 7 p.m. Grand entries for Saturday and Sunday will be held at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Payouts include Golden Age and Adults, $500, $300, $200; Teens: $125, $75, $50; Juniors: $100,

Storms will come and go but getting scammed by vendors and unprofessional contractors in a time of need can make the effects of a storm seem to last forever. In the rush to get your home repairs completed so you can enjoy the rest of the summer, be sure to take the time to educate yourself and avoid contractor scams. Schedule a time with your local agent to review your current coverage to ensure

The Roosevelt County commissioners approved a resolution for stage 1 fire restrictions during their meeting on Tuesday, July 27. The commissioners approved going to stage 1 on July 20, but a resolution also needed to be provided. The main difference between a fire ban and stage 1 restrictions is that smoking is restricted except within an enclosed vehicle or building, a developed recreation

Montana Gov, Greg Gianforte has announced a new process for Montana employers to notify the Montana Department of Labor & Industry if an unemployment insurance claimant fails to appear for a scheduled interview. “We’ve recently heard from employers across the state with a common complaint: candidates for open positions submit applications and schedule interviews, only to skip out

The Fort Peck Tribal Executive Board heard from Bureau of Indian Affairs Superintendent Anna Eder during the chairman’s report on Monday, July 26. Since July 1, there have been 29 fires in the area that have affected 653 acres. The burn ban remans in effect across the local counties which are under stage 1 fire restrictions. Eder followed with the state of the tribal foster system, saying