Gov. Greg Gianforte has announced an investment of up to $400,000 to provide low cost, life-saving resources across the state to respond to the fentanyl and opioid crisis brought about by the Biden-Harris border policy. As recommended by the Behavioral Health System for Future Generations Commission, the investment represents the next allocation of $300 million in funding secured by the governor

Attorney General Austin Knudsen is encouraging Montanans to be on high-alert and take measures to protect their identity following reports that billions of records, including social security numbers and other sensitive information, may have been compromised. According to reports, a hacking group USDoD allegedly stole personal records of 2.9 billion people and claims to be selling it online for

The Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office responded to 113 calls from Aug. 12-19. The calls included the following: Aug. 12 Deputies traveled to the Gold Dust/Black Gold Casino near the state line. A female in the parking lot talked to deputies and appeared very nervous. Using a flashlight, deputies saw tinfoil in her vehicle. The result of the incident was the arrest of Maria Archdale-Hernandez,

Froid School Aug. 26: French toast sticks, scrambled eggs, gogurts and orange juice. Aug. 27: Sub sandwiches, baked beans, chips and watermelon. Aug. 28: Turkey, au gratin potatoes, buns and dessert. Aug. 29: Finger steaks, curly fries, veggies and fruit. *** Culbertson School Aug. 26: Breakfast: Bagels with cream cheese. Lunch: Beef and bean hard tacos and corn. Aug. 27: Breakfast:

Rural volunteer leaders from communities across Montana are invited to participate in a community development gathering set for Sept. 17-18 in Miles City. The event, called “The Road Show,” will bring experts in rural resources to facilitate connections and knowledge sharing with Montana’s small-town leaders. It also features speakers from rural communities who will share successes, opportunities

Culbertson Aug. 23: Salmon loaf, vegetable and dessert. Aug. 27: Breakfast casserole and dessert. April 30: Pork stir fry, egg rolls and dessert. *** Bainville Aug. 22: Shepherd’s pie, vegetable and dessert. Aug. 27: Breakfast casserole, biscuits and dessert. Aug. 29: Hamburger steaks, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert. *** Froid Aug. 21: Cheeseburger bombs with

The felony charge of possession of dangerous drugs against Jason Daniel Daugherty was dismissed by District Judge David Cybulski at the end of a hearing on Wednesday, Aug. 14. Defense attorney Jeremy Yellin’s argument was that the felony charge was based on only residue and, therefore, the charge should have been only a misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia. Yellin said that in

An 1-year-old male was a fatality victim in Richland County on Wednesday, Aug. 14. According to the Montana Highway Department, the juvenile male exited the vehicle with all occupants except for the driver at close to 6:30 p.m. The 28-year-old male driver put the vehicle in reverse to exit the driveway, unaware that the boy was behind the vehicle. The juvenile was pronounced deceased on scene.

Prisoners housed in the Roosevelt County Detention Center over the past week included: Maria Archdale-Hernandez, 32, Wolf Point, criminal possession of drug paraphernalia. Adam Aziz, 40, hold for other agency. Frank Baker, 42, Wolf Point, hold for other agency. Richard Burton, 54, Plentywood, theft. Daniel Callow, 44, Fort Wayne, Ind., funeral procession right-of-way. Juan Castillo,