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Rauch Makes Last Stop For Wolf Point Students

After being one of the dedicated bus drivers in Wolf Point to make sure students arrive at school on time, Virgil Rauch has decided to retire after 46 years of service. “I never thought I would drive that long,” Rauch said. “I thought it was just something to do part-time.” The Wolf Point School District held a retirement party in honor of Rauch on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The district presented

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Rauch Makes Last Stop For Wolf Point Students

After being one of the dedicated bus drivers in Wolf Point to make sure students arrive at school on time, Virgil Rauch has decided to retire after 46 years of service. “I never thought I would drive that long,” Rauch said. “I thought it was just something to do part-time.” The Wolf Point School District held a retirement party in honor of Rauch on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The district presented

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Posted on November 5, 2020

Roosevelt County Receives Department Of Justice Grant

Roosevelt County will receive $10,723 in funding from Department of Justice grants aimed to fight and prevent violent crime. The grants were awarded by the Department’s Office of Justice Program. There was more than $2.23 million awarded throughout Montana. “One of the fundamental missions of government is to protect its citizens and safeguard the rule of law,” said Attorney General William

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Roosevelt County Receives Department Of Justice Grant

Roosevelt County will receive $10,723 in funding from Department of Justice grants aimed to fight and prevent violent crime. The grants were awarded by the Department’s Office of Justice Program. There was more than $2.23 million awarded throughout Montana. “One of the fundamental missions of government is to protect its citizens and safeguard the rule of law,” said Attorney General William

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Posted on November 5, 2020

Wolf Point Police And Fire B

lotter ( Publisher’s Note: The following blotter includes the activities of the Wolf Point police and fire department Oct. 26 through Nov. 1. All those cited or arrested are presumed innocent.) Citations were issued to: October 31 Sophie Keiser, 43, female, 600 block of U.S. Highway 2, criminal possession of drug paraphernalia, theft and criminal possession of dangerous drugs, tribal court.

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Wolf Point Police And Fire B

lotter ( Publisher’s Note: The following blotter includes the activities of the Wolf Point police and fire department Oct. 26 through Nov. 1. All those cited or arrested are presumed innocent.) Citations were issued to: October 31 Sophie Keiser, 43, female, 600 block of U.S. Highway 2, criminal possession of drug paraphernalia, theft and criminal possession of dangerous drugs, tribal court.

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Posted on November 5, 2020

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 Oct. 26 through Nov. 2 include: Lee Damm, 28, Culbertson, arrest warrant.

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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 Oct. 26 through Nov. 2 include: Lee Damm, 28, Culbertson, arrest warrant.

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Posted on November 5, 2020

Missing Indigenous Persons Website Launches

Montana’s Missing Indigenous Persons Task Force in partnership with Blackfeet Community College in Browning announced the launch of a new Missing Indigenous Persons reporting portal (www.mmipmt.com) Oct. 22 to streamline reporting efforts to help locate missing individuals. The website allows families and friends to complete a Contact Information Form about the missing person online. In

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Missing Indigenous Persons Website Launches

Montana’s Missing Indigenous Persons Task Force in partnership with Blackfeet Community College in Browning announced the launch of a new Missing Indigenous Persons reporting portal (www.mmipmt.com) Oct. 22 to streamline reporting efforts to help locate missing individuals. The website allows families and friends to complete a Contact Information Form about the missing person online. In

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Posted on November 5, 2020

MDU To Close Sidney Power Plant

The Montana Public Service Commission has moved forward with Montana Dakota Utilities’ decision to close it coal-fired power plant in Sidney during 2021. The agreement includes MDU to retire its coal-fired electric generation units at the Lewis and Clark station in Sidney during March 2021. Originally, the plan was for closure to take place at the end of 2020. MDU also plans to close the

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MDU To Close Sidney Power Plant

The Montana Public Service Commission has moved forward with Montana Dakota Utilities’ decision to close it coal-fired power plant in Sidney during 2021. The agreement includes MDU to retire its coal-fired electric generation units at the Lewis and Clark station in Sidney during March 2021. Originally, the plan was for closure to take place at the end of 2020. MDU also plans to close the

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Posted on November 5, 2020

IHS Reports Active Cases Down, 25 Deaths

As of Monday, Nov. 2, Roosevelt County had 68 current active cases of COVID-19. A total of cases with 30 deaths have been reported. There were two new positive cases in the county. As of Tuesday, Nov. 3, there were 69 active cases of COVID-19 in Indian Health Service-eligible persons living on the Fort Peck Reservation. Twenty-five tribally enrolled members have died from COVID-19-related causes.

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IHS Reports Active Cases Down, 25 Deaths

As of Monday, Nov. 2, Roosevelt County had 68 current active cases of COVID-19. A total of cases with 30 deaths have been reported. There were two new positive cases in the county. As of Tuesday, Nov. 3, there were 69 active cases of COVID-19 in Indian Health Service-eligible persons living on the Fort Peck Reservation. Twenty-five tribally enrolled members have died from COVID-19-related causes.

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Posted on November 5, 2020

DPHHS Releases Report On COVID-19 In The Schools

The Montana Department of Health and Human Services released information on Wednesday, Oct. 28, regarding schools with possible COVID exposures this school year. The report included school names reported to Montana DPHHS. According to the information, Roosevelt County schools had 10 staff positives including two at Poplar High School, two at Brockton High School and two more at Poplar Middle

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DPHHS Releases Report On COVID-19 In The Schools

The Montana Department of Health and Human Services released information on Wednesday, Oct. 28, regarding schools with possible COVID exposures this school year. The report included school names reported to Montana DPHHS. According to the information, Roosevelt County schools had 10 staff positives including two at Poplar High School, two at Brockton High School and two more at Poplar Middle

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“Montana Aware” Campaign Launched

The Montana Department of Commerce’s Office of Tourism and Business Development has launched the “Montana Aware” campaign to promote safe and responsible activities among those who are traveling in the state. The public health initiative educates residents and visitors on safe travel best practices to slow the spread of COVID-19. “Our top priority is to keep those who live, work and

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“Montana Aware” Campaign Launched

The Montana Department of Commerce’s Office of Tourism and Business Development has launched the “Montana Aware” campaign to promote safe and responsible activities among those who are traveling in the state. The public health initiative educates residents and visitors on safe travel best practices to slow the spread of COVID-19. “Our top priority is to keep those who live, work and

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Posted on November 5, 2020

Influenza Now Active In Roosevelt County

The Roosevelt County Health Department recently received confirmation of an influenza B case in Poplar, from the Department of Health and Human Services. This shows that influenza is present in our communities. Now, more than ever, is the time for residents to protect themselves against influenza. The “flu shot” is the first line of defense when protecting yourself and family from influenza

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Influenza Now Active In Roosevelt County

The Roosevelt County Health Department recently received confirmation of an influenza B case in Poplar, from the Department of Health and Human Services. This shows that influenza is present in our communities. Now, more than ever, is the time for residents to protect themselves against influenza. The “flu shot” is the first line of defense when protecting yourself and family from influenza

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Posted on November 5, 2020

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Rauch Makes Last Stop For Wolf Point Students

Rauch Makes Last Stop For Wolf Point Students

Roosevelt County Receives Department Of Justice Grant

Roosevelt County Receives Department Of Justice Grant

Wolf Point Police And Fire B

Wolf Point Police And Fire B

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

Missing Indigenous Persons Website Launches

Missing Indigenous Persons Website Launches

MDU To Close Sidney Power Plant

MDU To Close Sidney Power Plant

IHS Reports Active Cases Down, 25 Deaths

IHS Reports Active Cases Down, 25 Deaths

DPHHS Releases Report On COVID-19 In The Schools

DPHHS Releases Report On COVID-19 In The Schools

“Montana Aware” Campaign Launched

“Montana Aware” Campaign Launched

Influenza Now Active In Roosevelt County

Influenza Now Active In Roosevelt County

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