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Postmaster General Faces House Committee

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy defended his recent handling of the U.S. Postal Service to the U.S. House of Representatives Aug. 24 amid concerns that his decisions have jeopardized USPS ability to serve Americans. Mail service has slowed across the country, according to internal documents obtained by the House Oversight Committee. DeJoy denied the slowdowns are part of an attempt to reduce

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Postmaster General Faces House Committee

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy defended his recent handling of the U.S. Postal Service to the U.S. House of Representatives Aug. 24 amid concerns that his decisions have jeopardized USPS ability to serve Americans. Mail service has slowed across the country, according to internal documents obtained by the House Oversight Committee. DeJoy denied the slowdowns are part of an attempt to reduce

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Golf

S tandings Tuesday Night Golf League Team Standings As of Aug. 18, 2020 First Community Bank 142.5 Arnie’s Army 140 Agland 131.5 Pony Express 127 FPCC 127 Northern Prairie Auto 124 Opportunity Bank 102 1 Eagle and 3 Bogeys 91 Low Score: Wes Kirn, Tommy Christian and Mike Boulds - 39 Low Net: Tommy Christian - 30 Thursday Night Golf League Team Standings As of Aug. 20, 2020 Bridges Construction

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Golf

S tandings Tuesday Night Golf League Team Standings As of Aug. 18, 2020 First Community Bank 142.5 Arnie’s Army 140 Agland 131.5 Pony Express 127 FPCC 127 Northern Prairie Auto 124 Opportunity Bank 102 1 Eagle and 3 Bogeys 91 Low Score: Wes Kirn, Tommy Christian and Mike Boulds - 39 Low Net: Tommy Christian - 30 Thursday Night Golf League Team Standings As of Aug. 20, 2020 Bridges Construction

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Posted on August 27, 2020

RMC’s Trauma Team Urges Safe ATV Riding

Think Twice. Because you only live once. That is the message Roosevelt Medical Center’s trauma staff are sending to everyone who rides all terrain vehicles during their recent campaign to raise awareness about the potential for serious injury and ATV use. Recently, Teresia Moore, the trauma coordinator and EMS Director, worked to create awareness for practicing safe behaviors related to ATV

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RMC’s Trauma Team Urges Safe ATV Riding

Think Twice. Because you only live once. That is the message Roosevelt Medical Center’s trauma staff are sending to everyone who rides all terrain vehicles during their recent campaign to raise awareness about the potential for serious injury and ATV use. Recently, Teresia Moore, the trauma coordinator and EMS Director, worked to create awareness for practicing safe behaviors related to ATV

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Shodair Children’s Hospital Raises Awareness Around Suicide Prevention Month With $10,000 Scholarship

As part of its continued effort to create a healthy and hopeful Montana, Shodair Children’s Hospital has partnered with several businesses and news organizations statewide to offer $10,000 in scholarships through its annual suicide prevention awareness initiative that encourages students to speak up about mental health and suicide prevention. Shodair is asking middle and high school students

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Shodair Children’s Hospital Raises Awareness Around Suicide Prevention Month With $10,000 Scholarship

As part of its continued effort to create a healthy and hopeful Montana, Shodair Children’s Hospital has partnered with several businesses and news organizations statewide to offer $10,000 in scholarships through its annual suicide prevention awareness initiative that encourages students to speak up about mental health and suicide prevention. Shodair is asking middle and high school students

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Fort Peck Housing Authority To Receive Grant Funding

The Fort Peck Housing Authority in Poplar is slated to receive funding under the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Grant Per Diem program. The program provides veterans access to safe housing and other supportive services. U.S. Senator Jon Tester, Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, announced the funding Aug. 19. Tester secured funding for five nonprofits located

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Fort Peck Housing Authority To Receive Grant Funding

The Fort Peck Housing Authority in Poplar is slated to receive funding under the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Grant Per Diem program. The program provides veterans access to safe housing and other supportive services. U.S. Senator Jon Tester, Ranking Member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, announced the funding Aug. 19. Tester secured funding for five nonprofits located

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Order Leads To Additional Assistance For Montana’s Unemployed Workers

Federal regulators approved Montana’s plan to provide an additional $400 per week in assistance to people receiving unemployment benefits due to COVID-19 related impacts, according to the Department of Labor and Industry. A grant from the Federal Emergency Management Administration will cover $300 of the new weekly payments. The other $100 will come from Montana’s coronavirus relief monies.

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Order Leads To Additional Assistance For Montana’s Unemployed Workers

Federal regulators approved Montana’s plan to provide an additional $400 per week in assistance to people receiving unemployment benefits due to COVID-19 related impacts, according to the Department of Labor and Industry. A grant from the Federal Emergency Management Administration will cover $300 of the new weekly payments. The other $100 will come from Montana’s coronavirus relief monies.

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Up In Flames

Over 500 acres burned Friday, Aug. 21, east of Oswego along U.S. Highway 2. Firefighters from the Wolf Point Volunteer Fire Department, BIA Fire, Valley County Long Run and McCone County Fire Department fought the blaze. No structures were lost in the fire. No injuries were reported. Area landowners assisted in suppressing the fire. (Photo by Jessica Smith)

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Up In Flames

Over 500 acres burned Friday, Aug. 21, east of Oswego along U.S. Highway 2. Firefighters from the Wolf Point Volunteer Fire Department, BIA Fire, Valley County Long Run and McCone County Fire Department fought the blaze. No structures were lost in the fire. No injuries were reported. Area landowners assisted in suppressing the fire. (Photo by Jessica Smith)

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Wolves’ Cross Country Team Takes To The Hills, Looking Forward To Season

With four runners returning from last year's state meet, Wolf Point's cross-country team is looking forward to a successful season. Wolf Point's turnout of 15 athletes includes 12 boys and three girls. Zander Ackerman headlines the list of returning runners. The senior finished fifth at the Class B state competition last year. “I think he will perform well at the state

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Wolves’ Cross Country Team Takes To The Hills, Looking Forward To Season

With four runners returning from last year's state meet, Wolf Point's cross-country team is looking forward to a successful season. Wolf Point's turnout of 15 athletes includes 12 boys and three girls. Zander Ackerman headlines the list of returning runners. The senior finished fifth at the Class B state competition last year. “I think he will perform well at the state

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Wolves’ Gridiron Team Includes 14 Freshman Of 38 Players

The future is looking bright for Wolf Point's football program. This year's turnout of 38 athletes includes 14 freshmen. “That's pretty good,” Wolf Point's coach Ryan Wilson said of the turnout. “I can live with that.” Leading the group of returning players is quarterback/ linebacker Austin Wilson, who is the team's only returning captain and has received All-Conference

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Wolves’ Gridiron Team Includes 14 Freshman Of 38 Players

The future is looking bright for Wolf Point's football program. This year's turnout of 38 athletes includes 14 freshmen. “That's pretty good,” Wolf Point's coach Ryan Wilson said of the turnout. “I can live with that.” Leading the group of returning players is quarterback/ linebacker Austin Wilson, who is the team's only returning captain and has received All-Conference

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Posted on August 27, 2020

Wolf Point Volleyball Team Sees Numerous Returning Players

With many starters returning from last year’s squad, the Wolf Point Wolves should be a force this volleyball season. Starters back for the Wolves include Jewell Olson, Mikaya Smoker-Dewitt, Demi Kegley, Hailey Nelson, Sarah Williamson and Kaitlin MacDonald. “It’s a good returning group,” Wolf Point coach Kim Hanks said. “Jewell Olson has worked hard in the offseason in the weight

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Wolf Point Volleyball Team Sees Numerous Returning Players

With many starters returning from last year’s squad, the Wolf Point Wolves should be a force this volleyball season. Starters back for the Wolves include Jewell Olson, Mikaya Smoker-Dewitt, Demi Kegley, Hailey Nelson, Sarah Williamson and Kaitlin MacDonald. “It’s a good returning group,” Wolf Point coach Kim Hanks said. “Jewell Olson has worked hard in the offseason in the weight

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Posted on August 27, 2020

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Postmaster General Faces House Committee

Postmaster General Faces House Committee

Golf

Golf

RMC’s Trauma Team Urges Safe ATV Riding

RMC’s Trauma Team Urges Safe ATV Riding

Shodair Children’s Hospital Raises Awareness Around Suicide Prevention Month With $10,000 Scholarship

Shodair Children’s Hospital Raises Awareness Around Suicide Prevention Month With $10,000 Scholarship

Fort Peck Housing Authority To Receive Grant Funding

Fort Peck Housing Authority To Receive Grant Funding

Order Leads To Additional Assistance For Montana’s Unemployed Workers

Order Leads To Additional Assistance For Montana’s Unemployed Workers

Up In Flames

Up In Flames

Wolves’ Cross Country Team Takes To The Hills, Looking Forward To Season

Wolves’ Cross Country Team Takes To The Hills, Looking Forward To Season

Wolves’ Gridiron Team Includes 14 Freshman Of 38 Players

Wolves’ Gridiron Team Includes 14 Freshman Of 38 Players

Wolf Point Volleyball Team Sees Numerous Returning Players

Wolf Point Volleyball Team Sees Numerous Returning Players

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