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HRDC can help with Energy Share of Montana

It is no secret that the cost of living is significantly higher than it was a year ago. Things are tough out there for a lot of people. If you or someone you know is struggling to pay their home energy bill, please contact the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) in Lewistown at 406-535-7488 or 1-800-766-3018. Help is available in various forms such as emergency bill assistance through Energy Share of Montana or LIHEAP (formerly called LIEAP). The HRDC handles applications for both programs.

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Ecumenical Thanksgiving worship service

Area producers attend American Angus Convention in Salt Lake

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Doug and Gayle Arntzen, from Lewistown, recently spent time at the 2022 American Angus Association convention where they participated in education, networking, entertainment, and association business with Doug serving as a voting delegate representing the Montana Angus Association. The annual convention was held at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City Nov. 4-7, with the delegate session on Nov. 7.

President Biden signs U.S. Food and Ag Security Memorandum

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The National Security Memorandum-16 (NSM-16) will strengthen the security and resilience of the United States food and agriculture sector and was signed by President Joe Biden on November 10, 2022.

City commission to meet Monday

A regular meeting of the Lewistown City Commission will be held Monday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Central Montana Community Center, located at 307 West Watson.

Kiss Me Once

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Kiss Me Once

V.A. service officer visits Lewistown

A Veteran's Affairs Service Officer will be in Lewistown on Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 14 and 21. The officer will be available ofrom 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. the American Legion/ VFW Post.

Senate Republicans elect leadership for the 2023 Legislative Session

Republicans serving in the incoming State Senate caucused Wednesday and chose the Senate’s leadership for the upcoming 2023 legislative session.

Lewistown school board approves district funding for two sports

Bond construction continues apace

Governor proposes changing regulations to improve childcare options

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E arlier this month, Governor Greg Gianforte announced possible changes to the rules governing child care facilities, with a goal of expanding access. “…We’re proposing a new set of child care licensing rules which will ensure the safety of our children, clarify provider obligations and dramatically increase access to child care across Montana,” the Governor announced.