The Roosevelt County Commissioners placed local taxation of medical and recreational cannabis on the primary ballot. Voters will be asked to choose separately on the medical and recreational distinctions. Commissioners Gary Macdonald and Duane Nygaard were present, as was commission chair Gordon Oelkers and Roosevelt County Attorney Frank Piocos. Oelkers said the revenues would be needed to supplement

The Culbertson Town Council held their regular monthly meeting March 14. Permits are pending from Montana Department of Transportation for the installation of a new lighted speed sign at the west entrance to Culbertson near the 25 mph sign. The council approved the purchase at approximately $3,200. Mayor Larry Crowder said he would like to see the signs, which feature lighted warnings to reduce

The Bainville Town Council held their regular meeting March 14 at the city office. The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. Mayor Toby Romo was present, along with councilpersons Carol Rasmussen, Nick Tester and Matt Giese. During the treasurer’s report, an invoice for attorney Greg Hennessy was reviewed. Romo asked whether the bill submitted would be all the town owes moving forward and

Roosevelt County had nine active COVID cases as of Monday, March 14. There have been 71 COVID-related deaths in the county. There are no current hospitalizations. County health officials encourage all residents aged 5 and up to be vaccinated and those over 16 should consider getting booster doses. Immunizations are by appointment only. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 406-653-6223.

Culbertson March 18: Brats, baked beans and dessert. March 21: Baked fish, cheesy hashbrowns, vegetable and dessert. March 25: Mashed potatoes with hamburger gravy, vegetable and dessert. *** Bainville March 17: Barley beef soup, biscuits and dessert. March 22: Hamburgers, broasted potatoes, vegetable and dessert. March 24: Pork chops, mashed potatoes, vegetable and dessert.

Froid School March 21: Riblets on buns, baked beans, smiley potatoes and fruit. March 22: Chicken pot pie, biscuits and fruit. March 23: Lasagna, garlic bread, veggies and dessert. March 24: Polish dogs on buns, potato salad, veggies and fruit. March 25: No school. *** Bainville School March 21: Breakfast: Waffles and sausage. Lunch: Tacos, taco bar, refried beans and peaches.