Recent and current cold temperatures across the state have resulted in higher-than-expected energy bills for many Montana residents. Increased utility company operating expenses for some utilities, including local property tax increases which went into effect Jan. 1, may have also contributed to a recent surge in the prices customers are seeing on their bills. To reduce energy costs, the Montana

The Roosevelt County Library board met on Feb. 11 to discuss a variety of topics. Regarding a strategic plan, a decision was made to have focus groups gather to discuss what is needed and desired in the plan. A goal is have public meetings in both Wolf Point and Culbertson. The Froid Library received a donation from the community fund drive. The library was also approved for a grant from

A House committee last week advanced a bill that would solidify out-of-home placement protections for American Indian children with their tribe onto the House floor for consideration after waiting nearly three weeks for action. Rep. Jonathan Windy Boy, D-Box Elder, introduced House Bill 317, that would put the federal Indian Child Welfare Act into Montana law. The significance of this bill and