Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has announced that the state is moving to phase 1B+ for COVID vaccinations. Gianforte said during a press conference Tuesday, March 1, that Montana would start the new phase on Monday, March 8. Phase 1B+ includes residents 60 years or older along with individuals ages 16-59 with qualifying medical conditions. “With this expansion, we are prioritizing the population

on this service to connect us with Seattle, Portland, Minneapolis and Chicago. Amtrak is one of the many great things about life on the Hi-Line!” Amtrak operates 15 long-distance routes in 47 states across the country, connecting rural and urban centers and providing inter- state mobility to underserved communities and populations. The Empire Builder Long-Distance Line includes 12 stations