Montanans have traditionally worked together to solve thorny issues related to wildlife conservation and public lands. That’s the Montana way. But, unfortunately, conflict has replaced collaboration as the status quo. In recent years, elk management has become one of the most divisive issues in the state, dividing groups who once worked together towards shared goals and harming our hunting

The Bainville Town Council held its regular meeting Monday, Dec. 13. Following the approval of the agenda and November minutes, public works director Lyle Lambert said that the water and sewer issues have been addressed and flows are stabilizing. Clerk Nikki Rogers presented a plaque to outgoing mayor Dennis Portra for service to the Town of Bainville from 2001-2021. She also present council member

Froid School Dec. 13: Hamburger potato casserole, buns vegetables and fruit. Dec. 14: Chicken fajitas, refried bean, taco bar and fruit. Dec. 15: Roast ham, scalloped potatoes, buns, vegetables and dessert. Dec. 16: Barbecue chicken sandwich, macaroni salad, and fruit. Dec. 17: Hamburgers on buns, baked beans, fries and fruit. *** Bainville School Dec. 20: Breakfast: Break- fast

The Culbertson speech and drama team traveled to Laurel to compete in the Locomotive Invitational on Dec 11. “This was the biggest meet this year,” said coach Jeri Gustafson, “with over 350 competitors vying for the top honors in their events. Students competed against 24-42 competitors in each event.” Trevor Green placed third in informative speaking. Zach Miller took fourth in memorized

By Bill Vander Weele U.S. Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, said that he changed his mind regarding voting for the vaccine mandate on private businesses with more than 100 employees after hearing from Montanans. Tester and Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia were the only two Democratic senators to vote in opposition of the vaccine mandate. The measure against the vaccine mandate passed by a 5248

Do you know a student who could use $1,000 to help pay for their education? The Reach Higher Montana Scholarship program opened on Dec. 1, at www.Reach-HigherMontana.org. This year, the Montana-based nonprofit organization will award 81 scholarships – 30 awards for Class of 2022 graduating high school seniors, and 50 awards for students currently attending a Montana college or university for use

By Bill Vander Weele Flying trips continue to steadily increase from Wolf Point as the year progresses. The number of enplanements from L.M. Clayton Airport has significantly improved compared to 2020. The number of enplanements out of Wolf Point during October was 280, which is a 35.9 percent increase from October 2020. Other monthly enplanements included 305 in May, 323 in June, 332