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COVID Aid For Prisons Sits Unused

By Katheryn Houghton Montana Free Press Last summer, Montana created a list of more than a dozen upgrades for its state prison facilities to protect inmates and staffers from COVID-19 infections, all of which would be paid for with nearly $2.5 million in federal COVID relief money. But the money, part of $700 million in aid to states to detect and mitigate COVID’s spread in prisons, jails,

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COVID Aid For Prisons Sits Unused

By Katheryn Houghton Montana Free Press Last summer, Montana created a list of more than a dozen upgrades for its state prison facilities to protect inmates and staffers from COVID-19 infections, all of which would be paid for with nearly $2.5 million in federal COVID relief money. But the money, part of $700 million in aid to states to detect and mitigate COVID’s spread in prisons, jails,

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Posted on March 3, 2022

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

( Publisher’s Note: Each week, the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office distributes an inmate roster with the names of persons incarcerated at the jail and does not necessarily mean there is a new charge or conviction.) Prisoners housed in the Roosevelt County Detention Center included: Mark Abresch, 63, hold for other agency. Airien Ackerman, 27, Frazer, no insurance. Sue Bigleggins,

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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 persons incarcerated at the jail and does not necessarily mean there is a new charge or conviction.) Prisoners housed in the Roosevelt County Detention Center included: Mark Abresch, 63, hold for other agency. Airien Ackerman, 27, Frazer, no insurance. Sue Bigleggins,

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Posted on March 3, 2022

County OKs Support Letter For Culbertson Pool Project

The Roosevelt County commissioners agreed to write a letter of support for the Town of Culbertson’s upgrade to its swimming pool and bathhouse. The letter of support is for a Montana State Parks Grant that could result in more than $100,000 for the project. Officials have said that work could start as early as the fall since grants are received. The letter reads, “This project will

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County OKs Support Letter For Culbertson Pool Project

The Roosevelt County commissioners agreed to write a letter of support for the Town of Culbertson’s upgrade to its swimming pool and bathhouse. The letter of support is for a Montana State Parks Grant that could result in more than $100,000 for the project. Officials have said that work could start as early as the fall since grants are received. The letter reads, “This project will

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Posted on March 3, 2022

Diabetes Lifestyle Coach Training Deadline March 8

The Centers for Disease Control Diabetes Prevention Program is taking shape on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation and individuals with professional/educational healthcare certifications are eligible to receive training and stipulated funding. Applicants must be willing to serve as a lifestyle coach for a program cohort at Fort Peck Community College beginning in fall 2022. Stipends and scholarships

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Diabetes Lifestyle Coach Training Deadline March 8

The Centers for Disease Control Diabetes Prevention Program is taking shape on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation and individuals with professional/educational healthcare certifications are eligible to receive training and stipulated funding. Applicants must be willing to serve as a lifestyle coach for a program cohort at Fort Peck Community College beginning in fall 2022. Stipends and scholarships

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Posted on March 3, 2022

Montana To Receive $80 Million In Multi-State Opioid Settlement

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has announced that Montana will receive $80 million in the final approval of the multistate settlement holding the nation’s three major pharmaceutical distributors — Cardinal, McKesso and AmerisourceBergen — and Johnson & Johnson accountable for their roles in fueling the national opioid epidemic and the harm it has caused. The settlement

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Montana To Receive $80 Million In Multi-State Opioid Settlement

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has announced that Montana will receive $80 million in the final approval of the multistate settlement holding the nation’s three major pharmaceutical distributors — Cardinal, McKesso and AmerisourceBergen — and Johnson & Johnson accountable for their roles in fueling the national opioid epidemic and the harm it has caused. The settlement

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Posted on March 3, 2022

DPHHS Urges Montanans To Check For Recalled Infant Formula

Department of Public Health and Human Services officials have announced a voluntary recall of several specific products for infants and babies has been issued by Abbott, the maker of Similac formulas and other nutritional products, due to a concern over possible contamination at a single manufacturing facility in Michigan. The formulas identified in this recall have been found in stores across Montana,

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DPHHS Urges Montanans To Check For Recalled Infant Formula

Department of Public Health and Human Services officials have announced a voluntary recall of several specific products for infants and babies has been issued by Abbott, the maker of Similac formulas and other nutritional products, due to a concern over possible contamination at a single manufacturing facility in Michigan. The formulas identified in this recall have been found in stores across Montana,

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Posted on March 3, 2022

Lonefight Makes Not Guilty Plea To Drug Charge

Jamie Marie Lonefight, 65, of Plentywood, made a not guilty plea on charges of possession with intent to distribute. Lonefight appeared in Great Falls before U.S. Magistrate Judge John T. Johnston on Feb. 22. According to court documents, beginning in approximately January 2019 and continuing until on or about July 15, 2019, in Plentywood and within Sheridan County, Lonefight knowingly possessed

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Lonefight Makes Not Guilty Plea To Drug Charge

Jamie Marie Lonefight, 65, of Plentywood, made a not guilty plea on charges of possession with intent to distribute. Lonefight appeared in Great Falls before U.S. Magistrate Judge John T. Johnston on Feb. 22. According to court documents, beginning in approximately January 2019 and continuing until on or about July 15, 2019, in Plentywood and within Sheridan County, Lonefight knowingly possessed

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Posted on March 3, 2022

Shakespeare In The Parks To Celebrate 50th Season

Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, a program of Montana State University, has announced the plays the troupe will perform for its 50th season. The season officially kicked off in February with Montana Shakes! performing “Bottom’s Dream” for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. The summer tour will feature productions of “King Lear” and “Twelfth Night” across Montana and

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Shakespeare In The Parks To Celebrate 50th Season

Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, a program of Montana State University, has announced the plays the troupe will perform for its 50th season. The season officially kicked off in February with Montana Shakes! performing “Bottom’s Dream” for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. The summer tour will feature productions of “King Lear” and “Twelfth Night” across Montana and

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Posted on March 3, 2022

Senior Kinzie Appreciates Meeting People, Animals

Wolf Point High School senior Claire Kinzie finds pleasure in meeting new people whether it’s through activities or her after-school job. Kinzie’s activities include being a member of the school’s swing choir and serving as manager for the girls’ basketball squad. “I like all the songs we do and the people in class,” Kinzie said of swing choir. We are able to make new friends

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Senior Kinzie Appreciates Meeting People, Animals

Wolf Point High School senior Claire Kinzie finds pleasure in meeting new people whether it’s through activities or her after-school job. Kinzie’s activities include being a member of the school’s swing choir and serving as manager for the girls’ basketball squad. “I like all the songs we do and the people in class,” Kinzie said of swing choir. We are able to make new friends

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Posted on March 3, 2022

County Experiences Large Syphilis Outbreak

The number of syphilis cases in Roosevelt County and on the Fort Peck Reservation has reached historic amounts during 2021 and the start of 2022. “This is an unreal jump that we have here,” Frances Hayes, communicable diseases nurse for Roosevelt County, said. “I don’t even know how to describe it. It is very concerning in a community this size.” During the year 2020, there were

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County Experiences Large Syphilis Outbreak

The number of syphilis cases in Roosevelt County and on the Fort Peck Reservation has reached historic amounts during 2021 and the start of 2022. “This is an unreal jump that we have here,” Frances Hayes, communicable diseases nurse for Roosevelt County, said. “I don’t even know how to describe it. It is very concerning in a community this size.” During the year 2020, there were

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Posted on March 3, 2022

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COVID Aid For Prisons Sits Unused

COVID Aid For Prisons Sits Unused

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

County OKs Support Letter For Culbertson Pool Project

County OKs Support Letter For Culbertson Pool Project

Diabetes Lifestyle Coach Training Deadline March 8

Diabetes Lifestyle Coach Training Deadline March 8

Montana To Receive $80 Million In Multi-State Opioid Settlement

Montana To Receive $80 Million In Multi-State Opioid Settlement

DPHHS Urges Montanans To Check For Recalled Infant Formula

DPHHS Urges Montanans To Check For Recalled Infant Formula

Lonefight Makes Not Guilty Plea To Drug Charge

Lonefight Makes Not Guilty Plea To Drug Charge

Shakespeare In The Parks To Celebrate 50th Season

Shakespeare In The Parks To Celebrate 50th Season

Senior Kinzie Appreciates Meeting People, Animals

Senior Kinzie Appreciates Meeting People, Animals

County Experiences Large Syphilis Outbreak

County Experiences Large Syphilis Outbreak

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