to pull together an additional citizen group to explore more ways to address issues around hunter access to private land and landowner preferences. The goal for the group will be to provide tangible recommendations FWP and the commission can implement. Also, with the availability of more federal Pittman-Robertson funds, FWP is exploring a three-fold increase of funding for its access programs.

The company behind the Keystone XL pipeline, TC Energy, is seeking $15 billion in compensation from the United States via a formal request for arbitration. The case will proceed as a legacy NAFTA case, as the trade agreement was in place at the time of initial agreements. Montana and Texas have also filed suit over the issue, along with 21 other states located along the proposed pipeline route.

A Christmas-themed vendor showcase is planned in Culbertson Saturday, Dec. 4, in conjunction with a breakfast fundraiser hosted by the Lions and Women’s clubs prior to the event. The Winter Showcase will start at 10 a.m. at the Old Armory. Attendees are invited to shop local vendors, crafters and artists. The showcase is presented by Culbertson Parks. An afternoon meal will also be served with

The deadline for submissions for the Community News’ annual Christmas Greeting Section is Thursday, Dec. 16, at noon. The annual special section will be filled with holiday wishes from area businesses and poetry and letters to Santa from area children. For more information, see the ad on page 2 or call 406-653-2775.

The Culbertson Lions and Women’s clubs are hosting a breakfast with Santa event Saturday, Dec. 4. Pictures with Santa are planed and there will be games and crafts. The event is set for 9 a.m. and will be ongoing through 11 a.m. at the Culbertson School lunchroom. For more information, visit the groups’ Facebook pages or call 406480-4795.

Roosevelt County reports 48 active cases. There are five current hospitalizations. There have been 59 confirmed COVID-related deaths in the county. Vaccination clinics are scheduled from 3-6 p.m. on Dec. 2 in Wolf Point, Dec. 7 from 3-6 p.m. in Culbertson, Dec. 9 in Wolf Point, Dec. 16 in Wolf Point, Dec. 22 in Culbertson and Dec. 30 in Wolf Point. Clinics for children are from 9 a.m. to