President Biden has issued 72 directives to promote competition and jumpstart the U.S. economy. According to a press release by the White House, a lack of competition in the market place is estimated to cost American households $5,000 annually. Many directives pertain to the agriculture sector including: a directive to the Federal Trade Commission to limit equipment manufacturers from restricting

Northwest Farm Credit Services, the Northwest’s leading agricultural lending cooperative, has released its quarterly Market Snapshot reports covering the state of major agricultural commodities in the region. Northwest FCS teams throughout Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington monitor conditions and report outlooks for commodities financed by the co-op. All market snapshots and audio highlights

ed for timberland owners. Despite recent drops in lumber pricing, prices remain in very profitable, record territory. Log pricing modestly improved over the quarter, although at a more moderate pace than lumber pricing. Profitable log pricing is supported by record wood product demand. Hay: The hay outlook calls for slightly profitable returns. Producers in drought-stricken areas will face

The Culbertson high school and elementary gyms are closed for floor finishing. The elementary Gym will be closed through July 22. The high school gym is closed through July 28. The Old Armory is still available. For more information, call the school at 406-787-6241.

The Montana Motor Vehicle Division will offer new hours of operation at the Wolf Point Driver Exam Station. Beginning July 13, the office will be open every Wednesday and Thursday from 9:15 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. closed for lunch from noon to 1 p.m. All current service offerings will be available. The exam station is located at 400 Second Ave. S. For appointments or more information, contact

The Roosevelt Memorial Healthcare Foundation is a go-for-launch for this year’s version of the annual Fall Fest fundraiser. The Over the Moon Gala will take place on Oct. 9 at the Dry Prairie Rural Water Authority, in Culbertson. This year’s theme is Over the Moon and it is going to be out of this world, literally. That’s because attendees will embark on a flight destined for the lunar

A jury found in favor of a group of eastern Montana farmers during a trial held in Wolf Point last week. Six hemp-related businesses or officers were found guilty of several charges by the jury. District judge Katherine Bidegaray presided over the week-long trial. USA Biofuels, Vitality Natural Health, Corey Shirley, Owen Kenney, Kent Hoggan and Surety Land Development LLC were all found to be

Roosevelt County commissioners approved a request for a detour on County Road 2039 during their weekly meeting on Tuesday, July 6. The detour, requested by MK Weeden Construction, will consist of eight miles. Work will be conducted this fall and next spring. Commissioners have the right to inspect the project when completed. Commissioners also approved a gravel contract from MK Weeden Construction.