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Research conducted at Montana State University's Eastern Agricultural Research Center on how genetic and environmental factors affect lentil crops grown in different parts of the state was recently published in a national journal. "Evaluation of Environment and Cultivar Impact on Lentil Protein, Starch, Mineral Nutrients and Yield" was published in Crop Science, a publication of the Crop Science Society of America, in early May. Chengci Chen is the lead researcher of the study and superintendent of the Eastern Agricultural Research Center near...
Written by Linda Yount If you have driven by the Musselshell County Courthouse recently, you know that Teddy Blue Abbott and his steers have finally come home. The TBA Monument Committee along with artist Greg Eiselein are delighted to present Teddy Blue Abbott Crossing the Musselshell to the people of Musselshell County. We are now in the final phase of this nearly four-year project, that is, the landscaping. The monument is already a show stopper, and landscaping will not only enhance the area but also help preserve the monument. The...
Unity Lodge AF & AM #71 once again gave Kindles away to one student in each grade at Roundup Elementary School. Students read books throughout the month of April and entered into a drawing. Thank You!...
The Roundup School District Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Mr. Josiah Mayfield has been hired as the new superintendent of schools. Mr. Mayfield brings a wealth of experience in education and program management, from his 20+ years of experience working in the classroom, at the State Department of Education and-as a District Administrator. He is scheduled to begin his position on July 1, 2022. Mr. Mayfield earned his master's degree, teaching credential, and bachelor's degree from California Polytechnic State University in San...
Whereas, Roundup, Montana includes a growing number of older Americans who contribute their strength, wisdom, and experience to our community; and Whereas, communities benefit when people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds are welcomed, included, and supported; and Whereas, The City of Roundup recognizes our need to create a community that provides the services and supports older Americans need to thrive and live independently for as long as possible; and Whereas, Roundup can work to build an even better community for our older residents...
Roundup City Court Vogel, Xainder Lee, Driving under influence, Fines: $600, Costs: $85, Jail: 6 mos, Suspended 179 days. Hurkman, Kenneth Ray, Careless Driving, Fines: $50, Costs: $35. Ray, Levi Glenn, Underage Possession, Fines: $100, Costs: $85. Missing Headlight, Fines: $60, Costs: $25. No License, Fines: $35, Costs: $25. Nickell, Dontay Durill, Underage Possession, Fines: $250, Costs: $85. Grover, Lara Ellen, Expired Registration, Fines: $50, Costs: $35. Walker, James Robert, Disorderly Conduct, Fines: $100, Costs: $85. Layboult, Anthony...
Musselshell County Justice Court Brooks, Aaron Ray, Seatbelt, Fines: $20, Seatbelt, Fines: $20, Seatbelt, Fines: $20. Eisenbraun, Cameron John Logan, Speeding, Fines: $70. Jelle, Andrew Lee, Speeding, Fines: $70. Sullivan, Holly Barbara, Speeding, Fines: $20. Cook, Brett Allen, Speeding, Fines: $20. Stensvad, Vernon Keith, Unsafe Lights, Fines: $50, Costs: $35. Bruschi, Kevin, Improper Passing, Fines: $50, Costs: $35. Baker, Larry James, Failure to Stop for School Bus, Fines: $100, Costs: $35. Brook, John Phillip, Seatbelt, Fines: $20. Daun,...
Montana State University expects more than 2,600 students will receive degrees during MSU's 136th commencement ceremonies, which are set for 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Friday, May 13. MSU will confer degrees on candidates for graduation for the 2021-2022 academic year. This spring semester, there are expected to be 1,813 undergraduate students, 337 master's students and 103 doctoral students receiving degrees, according to MSU Office of the Registrar. There will also be 182 students from Gallatin College MSU who are expected to receive associate...
Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2022 is Age My Way. Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the celebration of Older Americans Month. This year’s theme focuses on how older adults can age in their communities, living independent...
Governor Greg Gianforte today received the 2022 Fire Briefing from local, state, tribal, and federal agency administrators and fire management officers. “Folks around this table share a common goal: to protect our communities and natural resources from wildfire,” Gov. Gianforte said to open the briefing. “To be successful, Montana’s objective in every fire is aggressive attack, responding quickly and efficiently.” “We know it will take a commitment from all of us to aggressively attack and employ the full range of suppression strategies...
On Wednesday, April 27, the Montana Department of Livestock (MDOL) received confirmation of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a Pondera County flock. Montana now has eight flocks confirmed infected as part of a wave of HPAI infections in the United States linked to the seasonal migrations of wild birds. HPAI has also been detected in Judith Basin, Cascade, Toole, Glacier, Missoula, Fergus, and Gallatin Counties. “Montana continues to be in the crosshairs for HPAI infections from wild birds,” said Marty Zaluski, Montana State Vet...
After proclaiming today Nurses Day in Montana, Governor Greg Gianforte announced Montana is the eighth best state in the nation for nurses, according to a recent study conducted by WalletHub. “Montana nurses care for our neighbors and save lives every day in service to our communities,” Gov. Gianforte said. “We’re thankful for all they do, and we’re thrilled Montana has been recognized as one of the top states for nurses to live, work, and raise a family.” Weighing 21 key metrics, including opportunity, competition, and the work environment...
After nearly three months of waiting for typical winter weather, cool temperatures and precipitation finally arrived during April in Montana. Prior to April, northwest Montana had been the largest recipient of precipitation this water year. “Weather patterns shifted last month, and April precipitation was slightly below normal in northwest Montana but well above normal in southcentral and southeast Montana,” said USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Hydrologist Eric Larson. The Missouri headwaters and mainstem received near nor...
Written by Adair Rademacher A group of individuals gathered in 2011 (or so) to discuss resurrecting the 4th of July Rodeo in Roundup. The group of locals now call themselves Rodeo Roundup and in the beginning they focused on a small town/low-key event, but their rodeo dream was bigger, a PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) rodeo. Rodeo Roundup has presented a PRCA sanctioned rodeo the last 4 years. They not only brought the 4th of July Rodeo back to life but have improved the rodeo every year. Rodeo Roundup work hard to gather a...
Governor Greg Gianforte today praised the Montana Board of Public Education (BPE) for its progress toward streamlining educator licensing in the state. “For too long, Montana has struggled to recruit and retain K-12 educators for our schools,” Gov. Gianforte said. “By eliminating unnecessary barriers, we’ll get more high-quality educators in our classrooms, develop a stronger educator workforce, and help our students reach their full, outstanding potential.” In a letter earlier this month to members of BPE, the governor urged them to adopt rec...
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana's economy grew an inflation-adjusted 6.7% in 2021, the seventh largest rate of growth in the country. It also marks the sharpest rate growth in Montana in more than 40 years. Montanans' personal income also grew by 8.5% in 2021, the fastest increase in 15 years. "Thanks to hardworking Montanans, our state had an economic boom last year, despite inflation and the pandemic. Montanans' earnings increased at the fastest rate in 15 years, and we're producing more than we have in near two generations....
This week marks the beginning of the end for a historic event in the evolution of Lake Elmo State Park in Billings Heights. Water from the Yellowstone River flowing through the Billings Bench Canal reached the headgate leading into Lake Elmo and will start to fill the 60-acre irrigation reservoir that was drained last fall. As the water level rises 16 feet to full pool, it will cover dozens of new features for fish in a lake now free of the one undesirable thing that sparked the whole project. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks biologists drained...
New Burger Trail Invites Visitors to Try Unique Burgers at 24 Locations Across the Region As the summer tourism season approaches, Visit Southeast Montana is launching a new visitor attraction that’s sure to pique the curiosities and appetites of foodies looking for a true taste of Montana—the Southeast Montana Burger Trail. With 24 locations across the region, the Southeast Montana Burger Trail boasts burgers as unique as the communities themselves. From the unexpected “Mango Burger” at June’s Bungalow in Colstrip, to the branded—l...
By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times - Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas vowed to Congress on Wednesday that the U.S. will maintain control of the Mexican border amid the looming surge of migrants, insisting that the Biden administration has a plan for dealing with the expected influx of more than a half-million illegal immigrants a month. Republicans were incredulous. They said Mr. Mayorkas’ agents and officers have revealed that they are already stretched beyond breaking and that the looming end of P...
"Teddy Blue is finally at home. We would like to thank all who showed their excitement and support along the way. We have so many to thank over the last few years. Look for an announcement soon for details about the monument dedication. A huge shout out to Dan Ray and his sons for helping move the monument to its base and to the many who stood around to watch it all come together. Thank you to A & A for the use of their portable compressor needed to run the tools and welder to put the monument...
The museum will open Sunday, May 1, 2022. The museum will open for the season on Sunday, May 1, 2022. It will be open seven days a week from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM until the end of September. We will have a new exhibit from a new group here in town. They are planning to work closely with the museum to provide some historical artifacts from our region. The organization is Earth Sciences Foundation, Inc. They have access to a building on Main Street for collection, preparation, study, and display of...
Friday April 22, at 6 pm there was an open event in Roundup to meet the candidates in the upcoming primary local election. Food and drinks were provided. The candidates each spoke about their platform for a few minutes, then visited and took questions after all the presentations....
Twenty-nine students who excel in community service and leadership will be honored this week during Montana State University’s 99th annual Day of Student Recognition. The award ceremony will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 21, in the Strand Union Building Ballrooms. It is open to the public and will also be streamed live at youtu.be/kJw0JJjZIDs The students and the awards they will receive are listed below by hometown, with Montana hometowns listed first. Ryegate Kate Colson: Septemviri...
Online registration is open for a Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks classroom bowhunter education course in May in Billings. A weekend class is set for May 13-15 at the Billings Rod and Gun Club. The class will meet from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday in the lower level of the main club building. To register online for the course, browse to http://fwp.mt.gov and follow the links to “education,” “hunter education programs” and “bowhunter education.” After registering online, students must pick up their...
For over 100 years, the Montana State Hail Insurance program has provided vital hail coverage to producers in every corner of the state. With planting season right around the corner, the Montana Department of Agriculture is reminding folks to contact the program and get covered. “The Montana State Hail Insurance Program was established over 100 years ago at the request of producers to fill coverage gaps in hail insurance. Due to the support of Montana producers, the program remains strong and to this day and is an effective tool to provide c...
