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Commissioners Vote No On Brockton Sidewalks

The Roosevelt County Commissioners voted 2-1 against improving sidewalks in Brockton. At their regular meeting Tuesday, June 9, a motion was defeated to approve an agreement between the county and the Montana Department of Transportation regarding sidewalk maintenance in Brockton. Said commissioner Gary Macdonald, “Brockton isn’t paying enough to keep it out of the red.” Commissioner

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Commissioners Vote No On Brockton Sidewalks

The Roosevelt County Commissioners voted 2-1 against improving sidewalks in Brockton. At their regular meeting Tuesday, June 9, a motion was defeated to approve an agreement between the county and the Montana Department of Transportation regarding sidewalk maintenance in Brockton. Said commissioner Gary Macdonald, “Brockton isn’t paying enough to keep it out of the red.” Commissioner

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

lotter ( Publisher’s Note: The following blotter includes the activities of the Wolf Point police and fire department June 1-7. All those cited or arrested are presumed innocent.) Citations were issued to: June 4 Johnny Belcher, 40, male, 400 block of Helena Street, criminal possession of drug paraphernalia and partner/ family member assault, tribal court. Jason Lowdog, 38, male, 100

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Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

lotter ( Publisher’s Note: The following blotter includes the activities of the Wolf Point police and fire department June 1-7. All those cited or arrested are presumed innocent.) Citations were issued to: June 4 Johnny Belcher, 40, male, 400 block of Helena Street, criminal possession of drug paraphernalia and partner/ family member assault, tribal court. Jason Lowdog, 38, male, 100

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Poplar Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Contact With Child

A Poplar man who admitted sexually abusing a child was sentenced today to four years in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme said. Lloyd Wallace Youpee, 93, pleaded guilty in January to abusive sexual contact. U.S. District Judge Brian Morris presided. The prosecution said in court documents that the sexual contact occurred on or about February

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Poplar Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Contact With Child

A Poplar man who admitted sexually abusing a child was sentenced today to four years in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme said. Lloyd Wallace Youpee, 93, pleaded guilty in January to abusive sexual contact. U.S. District Judge Brian Morris presided. The prosecution said in court documents that the sexual contact occurred on or about February

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Reserve Man Sentenced For Shooting Man In The Face

A Reserve man who admitted shooting another man in the face with a .22-caliber rifle in 2018 was sentenced to 46 months in prison and three years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme said. Jonathan Black Jr., 33, pleaded guilty in February to assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Chief U.S. District Judge Brian M. Morris presided. In court records filed in the case, the

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Reserve Man Sentenced For Shooting Man In The Face

A Reserve man who admitted shooting another man in the face with a .22-caliber rifle in 2018 was sentenced to 46 months in prison and three years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Kurt Alme said. Jonathan Black Jr., 33, pleaded guilty in February to assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Chief U.S. District Judge Brian M. Morris presided. In court records filed in the case, the

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Bullock Announces COVID-19 Related Measures, Meat Processing Grant

Governor Steve Bullock has announced funding through the federal CARES Act will be used to boost instate processing and storage capacity for local meat processors, provide additional financial assistance for small businesses and reimburse local governments for COVID-19 related expenses. The Montana Meat Processing Infrastructure Grant is available to aid small and medium-sized meat processors

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Bullock Announces COVID-19 Related Measures, Meat Processing Grant

Governor Steve Bullock has announced funding through the federal CARES Act will be used to boost instate processing and storage capacity for local meat processors, provide additional financial assistance for small businesses and reimburse local governments for COVID-19 related expenses. The Montana Meat Processing Infrastructure Grant is available to aid small and medium-sized meat processors

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Posted on June 11, 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.) As of June 8, 43 prisoners had been housed in the Roosevelt County Detention Center over the past week. Prisoners included: Darrell

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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.) As of June 8, 43 prisoners had been housed in the Roosevelt County Detention Center over the past week. Prisoners included: Darrell

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Low-Cost Classes Can Help Seniors Stay Fit

Choteau Acantha As Montana’s aging population continues to grow (18.9 percent of Montanans are now 65 or older), rural residents face the same aging challenges as their urban counterparts but often with fewer resources. A low-cost, high-benefit strength-training program offered through Montana State University Extension may be one solution for how seniors living in small towns can access

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Low-Cost Classes Can Help Seniors Stay Fit

Choteau Acantha As Montana’s aging population continues to grow (18.9 percent of Montanans are now 65 or older), rural residents face the same aging challenges as their urban counterparts but often with fewer resources. A low-cost, high-benefit strength-training program offered through Montana State University Extension may be one solution for how seniors living in small towns can access

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Leg Lifts For Exercise

Montana State University Extension Agent Jane Wolery, near right, leads class participants in seated leg lifts at a session of the StrongPeople class last fall in the Choteau Baptist Church fellowship hall. (Photo by Vonnie Jacobson/ Choteau Acantha)

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Leg Lifts For Exercise

Montana State University Extension Agent Jane Wolery, near right, leads class participants in seated leg lifts at a session of the StrongPeople class last fall in the Choteau Baptist Church fellowship hall. (Photo by Vonnie Jacobson/ Choteau Acantha)

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Blood Drive To Be Held In Wolf Point June 17

There will be an American Red Cross Blood Drive in Wolf Point Wednesday June 17, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church, 415 Johnson St. The need is urgent. There are 101 available appointment slots. Anyone who schedules an appointment and shows up in an attempt to donate will be sent a coupon via email for a $5 Amazon gift card. Wear a mask when coming to donate. If you don’t

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Blood Drive To Be Held In Wolf Point June 17

There will be an American Red Cross Blood Drive in Wolf Point Wednesday June 17, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church, 415 Johnson St. The need is urgent. There are 101 available appointment slots. Anyone who schedules an appointment and shows up in an attempt to donate will be sent a coupon via email for a $5 Amazon gift card. Wear a mask when coming to donate. If you don’t

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Posted on June 11, 2020

Fort Peck Summer Theatre Makes Scheduling Changes

Due to continued challenges caused by COVID-19, Fort Peck Summer Theatre has made one more round of necessary and exciting changes to the 2020 schedule. The previously announced Working has been replaced. The Big Zany Family Friendly Variety Hour, inspired by Laugh In and The Ed Sullivan Show, features iconic music, dance sequences, comedy sketches, historic tributes and lots more surprises

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Fort Peck Summer Theatre Makes Scheduling Changes

Due to continued challenges caused by COVID-19, Fort Peck Summer Theatre has made one more round of necessary and exciting changes to the 2020 schedule. The previously announced Working has been replaced. The Big Zany Family Friendly Variety Hour, inspired by Laugh In and The Ed Sullivan Show, features iconic music, dance sequences, comedy sketches, historic tributes and lots more surprises

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Posted on June 11, 2020

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Commissioners Vote No On Brockton Sidewalks

Commissioners Vote No On Brockton Sidewalks

Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

Wolf Point Police And Fire Blotter

Poplar Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Contact With Child

Poplar Man Sentenced To Prison For Sexual Contact With Child

Reserve Man Sentenced For Shooting Man In The Face

Reserve Man Sentenced For Shooting Man In The Face

Bullock Announces COVID-19 Related Measures, Meat Processing Grant

Bullock Announces COVID-19 Related Measures, Meat Processing Grant

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

Roosevelt County Jail Roster

Low-Cost Classes Can Help Seniors Stay Fit

Low-Cost Classes Can Help Seniors Stay Fit

Leg Lifts For Exercise

Leg Lifts For Exercise

Blood Drive To Be Held In Wolf Point June 17

Blood Drive To Be Held In Wolf Point June 17

Fort Peck Summer Theatre Makes Scheduling Changes

Fort Peck Summer Theatre Makes Scheduling Changes

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