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Fergus graduating seniors travel throughout town on non-traditional Eagle Walk

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One of the milestones for graduating Fergus High seniors is the Eagle Walk, where seniors in their graduation caps and gowns stride the elementary school hallways, an inspirational parade of blue and gold. This year the COVID-19 concerns almost

Creekside project coming to life

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What was once a dream is now closer to reality than ever before, as the envisioned Creekside project is springing forth on East Main Street.

MT Forest Action Advisory Council to meet virtually

The Montana Forest Action Advisory Council will host their sixth meeting virtually on May 20 and 21 in order to comply with Governor’s Bullock Phase 1 of the Re-Opening the Big Sky Plan. The condensed virtual meeting will take place over two days and is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20th from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and continue Thursday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All members of MFAAC will attend the meeting remotely.

FWP kids fishing day at Frog Ponds cancelled

Two annual fishing events for youngsters in Central Montana that attract large numbers of people have been canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Birdwatching in the Big Spring Creek Watershed

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Big Spring Creek Watershed offers many birdwatching opportunities; in the last five years, 233 species have been documented in Fergus County on the ebird website (https://ebird.org/home). Most species were found in the Big Spring Watershed. Even better, the watershed offers a lot of public land for recreating.

Charge up your car battery knowledge

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Vehicles consist of many essential components to keep them running efficiently and effectively. Car and truck owners should have an understanding of how their vehicles function so they can diagnose and address problems as they arise.

Law Enforcement Blotter

The following report is taken from information provided by the Central Montana Dispatch and does not represent the total scope of police or sheriff activities. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.

Judith Gap American Legion won’t hold Memorial Services this year

The Judith Gap American Legion has decided to cancel their Memorial Day Services at the Judith Gap Cemetery and the Buffalo/Straw and UBet cemeteries due to the coronavirus and social distancing.

Hobson American Legion Post announces Memorial Day schedule

The Hobson American Legion Post will have its usual stops for the same schedule as last year. The women’s Auxiliary will be at each cemetery selling poppies, too.

Hilger Rural Fire District to hold annual meeting June 6

HRFD Board Members and Fire Chief will be meeting at the Fire Hall on Saturday, June 6 at 1 p.m. for the annual meeting. Items on the agenda include highlights of 2019, 2020 goals and objectives, election of two board members and bylaws revision. Member input and participation is welcomed.

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