The proclamation for Local News Day signed by Wolf Point Mayor Chris Dschaak includes: WHEREAS, strong communities depend on strong local news and information to keep residents informed, connected, and prepared; and WHEREAS, local news organizations provide verified, independent reporting that helps residents make everyday decisions about schools, public safety, health care, small businesses,

Opinion Start Local: Why Local News Day Matters This week, newsrooms and communities across the country will mark Local News Day — a national day of action celebrating the trusted local news and information that helps communities stay informed and connected. Local News Day is built around a simple idea: Start Local. At a time when national headlines dominate our feeds, it’s easy

Healing Our Relations, a program that aims to build respect, resilience and balance, is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14, and Wednesday, April 15, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Thundering Buffalo Health and Wellness Center in Poplar. The program on April 14 is open to all tribal program staff. All community members are encouraged to attend the presentations on April 15. Fort Peck Tribal Health

Montana’s longtime and foremost advocate for open government – the Montana Freedom of Information Hotline – has a new name and new website, which will be a powerful tool for those seeking government records and open meetings in the Treasure State. The website of the newly named Montana Freedom of Information Coalition, www. montanafoi.org, went live March 30. Journalists and the publicat-