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State To Launch Return-To-Work Bonuses

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte announced on Tuesday, May 4, two measures to address the state’s severe workforce shortage and incentivize Montanans to reenter the labor force. The State of Montana will launch a return-to-work bonus program, utilizing federal funds authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act. Return-to-work bonuses will be paid to unemployed individuals who rejoin the labor

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State To Launch Return-To-Work Bonuses

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte announced on Tuesday, May 4, two measures to address the state’s severe workforce shortage and incentivize Montanans to reenter the labor force. The State of Montana will launch a return-to-work bonus program, utilizing federal funds authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act. Return-to-work bonuses will be paid to unemployed individuals who rejoin the labor

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Posted on May 6, 2021

Wolf Point Pastor Says Serving In Community Has Been Blessing

When Pastor Mike Kauffold and his wife, Julie, came to First Baptist Church in Wolf Point back in 1996, they were probably not quite sure whether eastern Montana was the right place for them. After all, previous to that time, Mike had lived in the warmer climates of California and Vermont. “It’s a pretty rude awakening when you move up here during the winter,” he said. Then, his

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Wolf Point Pastor Says Serving In Community Has Been Blessing

When Pastor Mike Kauffold and his wife, Julie, came to First Baptist Church in Wolf Point back in 1996, they were probably not quite sure whether eastern Montana was the right place for them. After all, previous to that time, Mike had lived in the warmer climates of California and Vermont. “It’s a pretty rude awakening when you move up here during the winter,” he said. Then, his

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Posted on May 6, 2021

Montanans Can Quit Tobacco Your Way

May 10 marks 17 years of helping Montanans quit tobacco. Since 2004, more than 100,000 Montanans have called the Montana Tobacco Quit Line for help with their quit attempt. Montana has the highest quit rate for all tobacco products in the nation, according to the North American Quitline Consortium. The quit rate is significantly higher for Montanans who utilize the Montana Tobacco Quit Line

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Montanans Can Quit Tobacco Your Way

May 10 marks 17 years of helping Montanans quit tobacco. Since 2004, more than 100,000 Montanans have called the Montana Tobacco Quit Line for help with their quit attempt. Montana has the highest quit rate for all tobacco products in the nation, according to the North American Quitline Consortium. The quit rate is significantly higher for Montanans who utilize the Montana Tobacco Quit Line

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Posted on May 6, 2021

Letters To The Editor

Dear Editor: Above the law, I don’t know! At the Roosevelt County commissioners’ meeting on April 27, 2021, I asked Commissioner Oelkers if they, the commissioners, had violated the Montana Constitution, Article II, Sections 8 and 9. They received a letter from Attorney Meloy of the Montana Freedom of Information Hotline, Inc., stating just that. I repeatedly asked the commissioners if

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Letters To The Editor

Dear Editor: Above the law, I don’t know! At the Roosevelt County commissioners’ meeting on April 27, 2021, I asked Commissioner Oelkers if they, the commissioners, had violated the Montana Constitution, Article II, Sections 8 and 9. They received a letter from Attorney Meloy of the Montana Freedom of Information Hotline, Inc., stating just that. I repeatedly asked the commissioners if

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Posted on May 6, 2021

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Wolf Point Congregate Meals May 6: Porcupine meatballs, mashed potatoes, green beans and dessert. May 11: Barbecue pork sandwiches, baked beans, corn on the cob and dessert. May 13: Chicken breast fillets, au gratin potatoes, broccoli and dessert.

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Wolf Point Congregate Meals May 6: Porcupine meatballs, mashed potatoes, green beans and dessert. May 11: Barbecue pork sandwiches, baked beans, corn on the cob and dessert. May 13: Chicken breast fillets, au gratin potatoes, broccoli and dessert.

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Posted on May 6, 2021

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Frontier School May 10: Spaghetti. May 11: Egg rolls and stir fry. May 12: Soft tacos and refried beans. May 13: Bacon cheeseburgers and fries. May 14: Corn dogs and mashed potatoes. *** Lustre School May 10: Meatball subs. May 11: Chicken and rice. May 12: Chicken nuggets. May 13: Hamburger gravy over mashed potatoes. May 14: Hamburgers.

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Frontier School May 10: Spaghetti. May 11: Egg rolls and stir fry. May 12: Soft tacos and refried beans. May 13: Bacon cheeseburgers and fries. May 14: Corn dogs and mashed potatoes. *** Lustre School May 10: Meatball subs. May 11: Chicken and rice. May 12: Chicken nuggets. May 13: Hamburger gravy over mashed potatoes. May 14: Hamburgers.

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Posted on May 6, 2021

Smith Disappointed Overall With Session

By Bill Vander Weele Being a Democrat in a Republican controlled legislature and with a Republican governor, Rep. Frank Smith, D-Poplar, said it was a frustrating Montana legislative session for him. The legislative session ended last week in Helena. “There were quite a few disappointments,” Smith said. “There were no compromises made this year.” There were a few positives,

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Smith Disappointed Overall With Session

By Bill Vander Weele Being a Democrat in a Republican controlled legislature and with a Republican governor, Rep. Frank Smith, D-Poplar, said it was a frustrating Montana legislative session for him. The legislative session ended last week in Helena. “There were quite a few disappointments,” Smith said. “There were no compromises made this year.” There were a few positives,

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Posted on May 6, 2021

Psychologist Awarded Grant To Test Substance Use Intervention For Fort Peck Reservation

After more than a decade spent studying addictive behaviors, psychologist Monica Skewes thought she had seen the complete spectrum of human addiction. But even with her extensive experience investigating smoking, drinking and other addictions, Skewes was surprised when she arrived in Montana in 2014 to find many people in one American Indian community living in recovery against all odds. People

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Psychologist Awarded Grant To Test Substance Use Intervention For Fort Peck Reservation

After more than a decade spent studying addictive behaviors, psychologist Monica Skewes thought she had seen the complete spectrum of human addiction. But even with her extensive experience investigating smoking, drinking and other addictions, Skewes was surprised when she arrived in Montana in 2014 to find many people in one American Indian community living in recovery against all odds. People

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Posted on May 6, 2021

Wolf Point Golfers Place At Home Invitational

The Wolf Point golf team had a busy week with a home invitational on Thursday, April 29, and a tournament in Glasgow on Friday, April 30. Wolf Point’s Logan Bushman shot a 96 to earn 10th place at the Wolf Point Invitational. Trevin Boysun placed 15th with a score of 101. Abel Garfield shot a 112 for 26th place. Three golfers placed in the top 10 during action in Glasgow on Friday.

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Wolf Point Golfers Place At Home Invitational

The Wolf Point golf team had a busy week with a home invitational on Thursday, April 29, and a tournament in Glasgow on Friday, April 30. Wolf Point’s Logan Bushman shot a 96 to earn 10th place at the Wolf Point Invitational. Trevin Boysun placed 15th with a score of 101. Abel Garfield shot a 112 for 26th place. Three golfers placed in the top 10 during action in Glasgow on Friday.

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Posted on May 6, 2021

Ackerman Wins Three Events During Track Meet in Great Falls

The Wolf Point Wolves put together a strong performance by scoring 59 points for second place in the boys’ division at the Fairfield/Belt Invitational in Great Falls on Saturday, May 1. Fort Benton’s boys topped the team standings with 89 points at the track meet. Seeley- Swan scored 59 points to tie Wolf Point for second place. Zander Ackerman was a triple winner for the Wolves. The

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Ackerman Wins Three Events During Track Meet in Great Falls

The Wolf Point Wolves put together a strong performance by scoring 59 points for second place in the boys’ division at the Fairfield/Belt Invitational in Great Falls on Saturday, May 1. Fort Benton’s boys topped the team standings with 89 points at the track meet. Seeley- Swan scored 59 points to tie Wolf Point for second place. Zander Ackerman was a triple winner for the Wolves. The

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Posted on May 6, 2021

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State To Launch Return-To-Work Bonuses

State To Launch Return-To-Work Bonuses

Wolf Point Pastor Says Serving In Community Has Been Blessing

Wolf Point Pastor Says Serving In Community Has Been Blessing

Montanans Can Quit Tobacco Your Way

Montanans Can Quit Tobacco Your Way

Letters To The Editor

Letters To The Editor

Senior Menus

Senior Menus

School Menus

School Menus

Smith Disappointed Overall With Session

Smith Disappointed Overall With Session

Psychologist Awarded Grant To Test Substance Use Intervention For Fort Peck Reservation

Psychologist Awarded Grant To Test Substance Use Intervention For Fort Peck Reservation

Wolf Point Golfers Place At Home Invitational

Wolf Point Golfers Place At Home Invitational

Ackerman Wins Three Events During Track Meet in Great Falls

Ackerman Wins Three Events During Track Meet in Great Falls

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