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Amtrak Benefits From Relief Bill

The recent passing of the COVID-19 relief bill included additional funding for Amtrak, but those funds probably won’t translate into additional route days for the Empire Builder. Amtrak’s reduction from seven days a week to three days a week for the Empire Builder went into effect on Monday, Oct. 19. Currently, the eastbound Empire Builder stops in Wolf Point on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

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Amtrak Benefits From Relief Bill

The recent passing of the COVID-19 relief bill included additional funding for Amtrak, but those funds probably won’t translate into additional route days for the Empire Builder. Amtrak’s reduction from seven days a week to three days a week for the Empire Builder went into effect on Monday, Oct. 19. Currently, the eastbound Empire Builder stops in Wolf Point on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Agland Co-op Acquires Gysler Hardware

Representatives from Agland Coop in Wolf Point announced Jan. 1 that the group has acquired Gysler Hardware, a longtime local business. “We’re on day 3 and we’re rocking and rolling,” said Agland general manager Dave Williams. Williams told the Northern Plains Independent that John Gysler was committed to keeping the business in local hands. “John [Gysler] and his kids and wife

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Agland Co-op Acquires Gysler Hardware

Representatives from Agland Coop in Wolf Point announced Jan. 1 that the group has acquired Gysler Hardware, a longtime local business. “We’re on day 3 and we’re rocking and rolling,” said Agland general manager Dave Williams. Williams told the Northern Plains Independent that John Gysler was committed to keeping the business in local hands. “John [Gysler] and his kids and wife

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Montana Increases Minimum Wage To $8.75

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry reminds Montanans that workers earning minimum wage should now be getting paid $8.75 per hour. The rate increase became effective on Jan. 1. An estimated 8,000 to 10,000 Montana workers — 2 percent of the workforce — received hourly wages less than $8.75 per hour in 2020 and are likely to receive higher wages due to the 2021 minimum wage increase.

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Montana Increases Minimum Wage To $8.75

The Montana Department of Labor and Industry reminds Montanans that workers earning minimum wage should now be getting paid $8.75 per hour. The rate increase became effective on Jan. 1. An estimated 8,000 to 10,000 Montana workers — 2 percent of the workforce — received hourly wages less than $8.75 per hour in 2020 and are likely to receive higher wages due to the 2021 minimum wage increase.

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Some Restrictions Still In Effect For Marijuana Use

Although the recreational use of marijuana became legal in Montana on Friday, Jan. 1, Wolf Point Chief of Police Jeff Harada reminds the public that some restrictions still apply regarding the product. For one, individuals over the age of 21 are allowed to possess only up to 1 ounce of marijuana under the law. It may not be more than 8 grams in concentrated form or “any type of marijuana product

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Some Restrictions Still In Effect For Marijuana Use

Although the recreational use of marijuana became legal in Montana on Friday, Jan. 1, Wolf Point Chief of Police Jeff Harada reminds the public that some restrictions still apply regarding the product. For one, individuals over the age of 21 are allowed to possess only up to 1 ounce of marijuana under the law. It may not be more than 8 grams in concentrated form or “any type of marijuana product

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Legislator Wants Cowboy Hall Of Fame In Wolf Point

House District 31 Rep. Frank Smith, D-Poplar, seeks to have the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame return to Wolf Point. Smith worked to have the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame established in Wolf Point during the early 2000s. The program was founded in 2003 and designated by the Montana State Legislature as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Wolf Point was the original site of the Montana Cowboy

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Legislator Wants Cowboy Hall Of Fame In Wolf Point

House District 31 Rep. Frank Smith, D-Poplar, seeks to have the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame return to Wolf Point. Smith worked to have the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame established in Wolf Point during the early 2000s. The program was founded in 2003 and designated by the Montana State Legislature as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Wolf Point was the original site of the Montana Cowboy

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

( Publisher’s Note: The following blotter includes the activities of the Wolf Point police and fire department Dec. 28 through Jan. 3. All those cited or arrested are presumed innocent.) Citations were issued to: December 28 Bryton Redboy, 25, female, 400 block of Edgar Street, burglary, tribal court. December 30 Matthew Gustafson, 34, male, 200 block of East Main Street, warrant,

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Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

( Publisher’s Note: The following blotter includes the activities of the Wolf Point police and fire department Dec. 28 through Jan. 3. All those cited or arrested are presumed innocent.) Citations were issued to: December 28 Bryton Redboy, 25, female, 400 block of Edgar Street, burglary, tribal court. December 30 Matthew Gustafson, 34, male, 200 block of East Main Street, warrant,

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

( Publisher’s Note: Each week, the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office distributes an inmate roster with the names of everyone incarcerated and persons booked into the jail during the previous week and does not necessarily mean there is a new charge or conviction.) Prisoners housed in the Roosevelt County Detention Center Dec. 29 through Jan. 4 include: Ross Breshears, 41, Billings, hold for other

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Roosevelt County Jail Roster

( Publisher’s Note: Each week, the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office distributes an inmate roster with the names of everyone incarcerated and persons booked into the jail during the previous week and does not necessarily mean there is a new charge or conviction.) Prisoners housed in the Roosevelt County Detention Center Dec. 29 through Jan. 4 include: Ross Breshears, 41, Billings, hold for other

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Man Charged With Strangulation Offense

Lyle Patrick Larocque Jr., 32, has been charged with four offenses including strangulation of a partner or family member. His initial appearance in district court is scheduled for Jan. 13. His bond has been set for $50,000. Larocque is facing the felony charges of criminal endangerment and strangulation of a partner or family member. Misdemeanor charges are partner or family member assault and

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Man Charged With Strangulation Offense

Lyle Patrick Larocque Jr., 32, has been charged with four offenses including strangulation of a partner or family member. His initial appearance in district court is scheduled for Jan. 13. His bond has been set for $50,000. Larocque is facing the felony charges of criminal endangerment and strangulation of a partner or family member. Misdemeanor charges are partner or family member assault and

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Sifuentes Facing Felony Intimidation Charge

Anthony Albert Sifuentes Jr., 37, is facing the felony charge of intimidation and the misdemeanor charges of false reporting to law enforcement authorities and disorderly conduct. He is scheduled to appear in district court on Jan. 13. Bond was set at $35,000. According to court documents, a Fort Peck Tribes Department of Law and Justice officer was dispatched to a resident in Wolf Point with

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Sifuentes Facing Felony Intimidation Charge

Anthony Albert Sifuentes Jr., 37, is facing the felony charge of intimidation and the misdemeanor charges of false reporting to law enforcement authorities and disorderly conduct. He is scheduled to appear in district court on Jan. 13. Bond was set at $35,000. According to court documents, a Fort Peck Tribes Department of Law and Justice officer was dispatched to a resident in Wolf Point with

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Posted on January 7, 2021

Tobacco Prevention Notes

If you are currently using tobacco whether it be cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, e-cigarettes, or a combination of these and are looking to quit, the Montana Tobacco Quit Line can help. With new and updated programs, you can quit your way by finding the program, coaching style and cessation medication that best fits your quit needs and preferred method of communication. The Quit Line has helped over

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Tobacco Prevention Notes

If you are currently using tobacco whether it be cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, e-cigarettes, or a combination of these and are looking to quit, the Montana Tobacco Quit Line can help. With new and updated programs, you can quit your way by finding the program, coaching style and cessation medication that best fits your quit needs and preferred method of communication. The Quit Line has helped over

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Posted on January 7, 2021

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Amtrak Benefits From Relief Bill

Amtrak Benefits From Relief Bill

Agland Co-op Acquires Gysler Hardware

Agland Co-op Acquires Gysler Hardware

Montana Increases Minimum Wage To $8.75

Montana Increases Minimum Wage To $8.75

Some Restrictions Still In Effect For Marijuana Use

Some Restrictions Still In Effect For Marijuana Use

Legislator Wants Cowboy Hall Of Fame In Wolf Point

Legislator Wants Cowboy Hall Of Fame In Wolf Point

Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

Man Charged With Strangulation Offense

Man Charged With Strangulation Offense

Sifuentes Facing Felony Intimidation Charge

Sifuentes Facing Felony Intimidation Charge

Tobacco Prevention Notes

Tobacco Prevention Notes

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