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Michelle Radue

Michelle “Shelly” Radue, 50, of Poplar, died Friday, March 13, 2020, in Bismarck, N.D. She was born to Victoria Youngman and Leroy Douglas in Poplar on June 9, 1969. She graduated from Miles City High School in 1987. She moved back to Poplar in 1988. She met Irvin Olson Sr. in 1988 and she started her family. They have six children together. She worked for the Fort Peck Tribes as the chairman’s

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Michelle Radue

Michelle “Shelly” Radue, 50, of Poplar, died Friday, March 13, 2020, in Bismarck, N.D. She was born to Victoria Youngman and Leroy Douglas in Poplar on June 9, 1969. She graduated from Miles City High School in 1987. She moved back to Poplar in 1988. She met Irvin Olson Sr. in 1988 and she started her family. They have six children together. She worked for the Fort Peck Tribes as the chairman’s

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Posted on March 26, 2020

For The Rural Elderly, It Can Take A Village

Boulder Monitor; Flathead Beacon It looked like a lot of senior gatherings: a chatty group of folks, mostly in their 70s and 80s, with friends and family in a church basement, dining on quiche, pastries, fresh fruit, and other goodies. There was plenty of laughter, and a strong sense of camaraderie. But there was something special happening on a January morning at Kalispell’s First Presbyterian

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For The Rural Elderly, It Can Take A Village

Boulder Monitor; Flathead Beacon It looked like a lot of senior gatherings: a chatty group of folks, mostly in their 70s and 80s, with friends and family in a church basement, dining on quiche, pastries, fresh fruit, and other goodies. There was plenty of laughter, and a strong sense of camaraderie. But there was something special happening on a January morning at Kalispell’s First Presbyterian

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Posted on March 26, 2020

Tester Bill Marks $2 Billion For Internet In Rural Communities

With more Montana families relying on online services for work and education during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Senator Jon Tester introduced bipartisan legislation March 23 to compensate broadband providers for giving free or discounted services and upgrades to low-income families in rural areas. The senator’s legislation would assist rural broadband providers as they roll out free or discounted

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Tester Bill Marks $2 Billion For Internet In Rural Communities

With more Montana families relying on online services for work and education during the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Senator Jon Tester introduced bipartisan legislation March 23 to compensate broadband providers for giving free or discounted services and upgrades to low-income families in rural areas. The senator’s legislation would assist rural broadband providers as they roll out free or discounted

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Posted on March 26, 2020

Missouri River Breaks Elk Surveys Completed

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks biologists completed their surveys of the Missouri River Breaks elk hunting districts 621, 622, 631, and 632 in February. Overall, the surveys showed that elk numbers are over the current population objectives for each respective portion of the Breaks. These elk surveys are done on an every-other-year basis in conjunction with bighorn sheep surveys. The surveys

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Missouri River Breaks Elk Surveys Completed

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks biologists completed their surveys of the Missouri River Breaks elk hunting districts 621, 622, 631, and 632 in February. Overall, the surveys showed that elk numbers are over the current population objectives for each respective portion of the Breaks. These elk surveys are done on an every-other-year basis in conjunction with bighorn sheep surveys. The surveys

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Posted on March 26, 2020

FWP To Close Front Desk Services, Licenses Purchased Online Will Be Mailed

To protect the public and staff from the spread of COVID-19, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks closed its offices around the state to the public as of Friday, March 20. “With license sales and applications, traffic through our offices has been robust even with warnings about social distancing and public safety due to COVID-19,” said FWP director Martha Williams. “FWP will continue to sell

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FWP To Close Front Desk Services, Licenses Purchased Online Will Be Mailed

To protect the public and staff from the spread of COVID-19, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks closed its offices around the state to the public as of Friday, March 20. “With license sales and applications, traffic through our offices has been robust even with warnings about social distancing and public safety due to COVID-19,” said FWP director Martha Williams. “FWP will continue to sell

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Posted on March 26, 2020

Mya Fourstar Added To All-State Basketball Honors

Lady Wolves’ senior standout Mya Fourstar was added to the Class B girls’ All-State selections Tuesday, March 17, three days after the list was first announced. The addition of a District 2B girl was voted on by the Class B Association and was due to the cancellation of the state tournaments before any championship games could be played. “It was voted upon to have another addition,”

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Mya Fourstar Added To All-State Basketball Honors

Lady Wolves’ senior standout Mya Fourstar was added to the Class B girls’ All-State selections Tuesday, March 17, three days after the list was first announced. The addition of a District 2B girl was voted on by the Class B Association and was due to the cancellation of the state tournaments before any championship games could be played. “It was voted upon to have another addition,”

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Posted on March 26, 2020

Jones, Kloker Stage Dam Run

This year’s Slam the Dam race in Fort Peck was set for March 21. Like most other public events, it was postponed due to the COVID-19 crisis. Organizers Judy Jones (left) and Donna Kloker decided to jog across the dam by themselves Saturday. “Would you believe it was a gorgeous day,” Jones told the Northern Plains Independent, “probably the best we’ve ever had!” She said Kloker took the

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Jones, Kloker Stage Dam Run

This year’s Slam the Dam race in Fort Peck was set for March 21. Like most other public events, it was postponed due to the COVID-19 crisis. Organizers Judy Jones (left) and Donna Kloker decided to jog across the dam by themselves Saturday. “Would you believe it was a gorgeous day,” Jones told the Northern Plains Independent, “probably the best we’ve ever had!” She said Kloker took the

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Posted on March 26, 2020

Being Strong Enough To Take Care Of It All And Yourself Too

Paul Harvey’s So God Made a Farmer, presented at the 1978 National FFA Convention, brings tears to the eyes of those of us who know those men (and women). Many of us can picture our fathers, grandfathers, husbands and sons in that exact role, exhibiting strength and fortitude to carry the weight of their operations, their livelihood and their families on their shoulders, seemingly tirelessly.

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Being Strong Enough To Take Care Of It All And Yourself Too

Paul Harvey’s So God Made a Farmer, presented at the 1978 National FFA Convention, brings tears to the eyes of those of us who know those men (and women). Many of us can picture our fathers, grandfathers, husbands and sons in that exact role, exhibiting strength and fortitude to carry the weight of their operations, their livelihood and their families on their shoulders, seemingly tirelessly.

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Posted on March 26, 2020

MHS Accepting Applications For Centennial Farm And Ranch Properties

The Montana Historical Society is now accepting applications for the Centennial Farm and Ranch program. New inductees will receive a framed certificate signed by the governor, recognition at the “Ag Day” ceremony in the State Capitol during the 2021 legislative session, the ranch/ farm history printed online and in our periodic Centennial Farm and Ranch yearbook, and a durable roadside sign.

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MHS Accepting Applications For Centennial Farm And Ranch Properties

The Montana Historical Society is now accepting applications for the Centennial Farm and Ranch program. New inductees will receive a framed certificate signed by the governor, recognition at the “Ag Day” ceremony in the State Capitol during the 2021 legislative session, the ranch/ farm history printed online and in our periodic Centennial Farm and Ranch yearbook, and a durable roadside sign.

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Posted on March 26, 2020

MFU Represents Organization At National Convention

In March, Montana Farmers Union members and staff attended the 118th national Farmers Union Convention in Savannah, GA. More than 500 Farmers Union members from across the country convened. The delegation elected Rob Larew to succeed Roger Johnson as president and re-elected Patty Edelburg to serve as NFU vice president. “The reason for Farmers Union’s longstanding success — and the

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MFU Represents Organization At National Convention

In March, Montana Farmers Union members and staff attended the 118th national Farmers Union Convention in Savannah, GA. More than 500 Farmers Union members from across the country convened. The delegation elected Rob Larew to succeed Roger Johnson as president and re-elected Patty Edelburg to serve as NFU vice president. “The reason for Farmers Union’s longstanding success — and the

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Posted on March 26, 2020

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Michelle Radue

Michelle Radue

For The Rural Elderly, It Can Take A Village

For The Rural Elderly, It Can Take A Village

Tester Bill Marks $2 Billion For Internet In Rural Communities

Tester Bill Marks $2 Billion For Internet In Rural Communities

Missouri River Breaks Elk Surveys Completed

Missouri River Breaks Elk Surveys Completed

FWP To Close Front Desk Services, Licenses Purchased Online Will Be Mailed

FWP To Close Front Desk Services, Licenses Purchased Online Will Be Mailed

Mya Fourstar Added To All-State Basketball Honors

Mya Fourstar Added To All-State Basketball Honors

Jones, Kloker Stage Dam Run

Jones, Kloker Stage Dam Run

Being Strong Enough To Take Care Of It All And Yourself Too

Being Strong Enough To Take Care Of It All And Yourself Too

MHS Accepting Applications For Centennial Farm And Ranch Properties

MHS Accepting Applications For Centennial Farm And Ranch Properties

MFU Represents Organization At National Convention

MFU Represents Organization At National Convention

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