Poplar’s girls’ basketball team’s season ended in an upsetting fashion when the Indians saw a 17-point lead disappear in a 51-45 loss against Choteau at the Northern B tournament in Malta on Friday, Feb. 28. The Indians jumped out to a 9-2 lead with the scoring of Mattie Ayers and Cammie Mattrell leading the way. Ahead by an 11-6 score late in the quarter, Poplar used a three-pointer

Poplar’s Journey looks to pass during the divisional tournament. (Photo by Pierre Bibbs, Phillips County News)

Poplar’s Braelyn scores during the game against Fairfield. (Photo by Pierre Bibbs, Phillips County News)

Cammie takes aim for a shot during the tournament in Malta. (Photo by Pierre Bibbs, Phillips County News)

The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission will at the Montana WILD Education Center in Helena and virtually via Zoom on April 17 beginning at 8:30 a.m. The meeting will be streamed live on Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ website and YouTube. Public comment will be accepted on agenda items through March 26. Agenda items include the following: Proposed Fish Removal Project for 2025 – Elk Creek