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Property owners have several decisions to make when it comes to estate planning, and one of those is whether to give property to heirs before or after death. Montana State University Extension has released a new MontGuide that gives information on how to approach that choice. According to university educators across Montana, it is important to consider the income tax consequences of the timing of gifts to family members because the state eliminated the state inheritance tax in 2001. Now the federal estate tax only impacts individuals with estat...
Mid-Rivers Communications is offering $90,000 in scholarship funds for Eastern and Central Montana students, more than doubling the Cooperative’s total scholarship investment in recent prior years. The Mid-Rivers Fund for Education, funded by unclaimed capital credits and donations of capital credits from members, has awarded over $470,000 in scholarships to area students. In 2022, Mid-Rivers will award 36 competitive and 15 drawing scholarships. Scholarship categories reflect the mission and values of the Cooperative and its members. This y...
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the recipients of the 2021 Montana Governor's Veteran Commendation, a unique recognition of Montana veterans who served our country and continued their service in their communities. "Our veterans and their families have sacrificed so much in defense of our freedoms and our way of life. I'm honored to recognize 31 outstanding Montana veterans who served their country and continued the commitment to service in our communities," Gov. Gianforte said. "On behalf of all Montanans, thank you for your selfless...
BILLINGS, Mont. - Today, February 5th, Federal District Court Judge Timothy Cavan levied sentencing for Signal Peak Energy after the Roundup-based underground coal mine pleaded guilty to criminal charges in October of last year. Signal Peak admitted to willfully violating health and safety standards, the details of which include the illegal dumping of toxic slurry waste and bribing one of their employees to refrain from reporting a workplace injury that resulted in the partial amputation of a finger. A DOJ press release from last year noted...
Friends of Musselshell School, Inc. is a non-profit organization that was formed in June of 2003 for the sole purpose of taking ownership of the Musselshell School and operating the structure as a community center. The annual meeting of the corporation has been set for Tuesday, February 15 beginning at 7:00 p.m. at the Musselshell School. The meeting will review general business, FoMS 2021 financial statement, ongoing and potential projects, scheduled and possible fund-raising for 2022, and fill board members positions. Membership of the...
Governor Greg Gianforte today visited Diehl Ranch Co. in East Helena to discuss the impact of pro-growth, pro-jobs policies on the state's agriculture industry. "For too long, Montana producers have had to pay taxes on equipment that sits around for most of the year, and it just doesn't make any sense," Gov. Gianforte said. "To protect the bottom lines of our hardworking ag families, we tripled the business equipment tax exemption, allowing producers to grow their operations and create more good-paying Montana jobs." After hearing from...
Everyone from Roundup and the surrounding area understands the value of water. This is the life long struggle of local residents. Many people who are not on city water do not have wells, and haul water for their cisterns. Up until this past weekend, Gebhardts Sawmill offered a place for people to come fill their bulk tanks. This all changed when Kelly received a call from the DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality). The caller inquired if Kelly offered his water for public use, and if so, was...
Last April, Musselshell County hired Chris Kirk as the new Chief Financial Officer. Chris works with the commissioners on the budget, and making that sure that the money goes to the right place, and correcting things if they do not. Chris has already has worked for the county as the Public Administrator. That is the person who takes care of the estates of people who have no family. Since becoming the CFO, Chris feels comfortable and confident in her new position but said that learning the accounting software had been the biggest challenge of...
This year the parade on the 4th will be special in several respects. 1. The theme for the parade will revolve around this nations founding! For example: Floats reflecting ideas, styles, dress and specific individuals from 1776 are encouraged. 2. There will be cash prizes for the most original floats. First place prize money could be as high as $1,000.00 3. There will be an entry fee to be in the parade on the 4th. Fee to be announced in the weeks ahead. 4. Schools, clubs, organizations,...
Governor Greg Gianforte today announced Montana entrepreneurs have a new tool to grow their businesses. Approved by the governor in December, the Montana Down Payment Assistance Program is a public-private partnership between the State of Montana and Montana's banks, credit unions, and economic development agencies. "Montana entrepreneurs and job creators now have another tool in their toolbox to invest and grow their business, create more good-paying jobs, and meet increasing consumer demands," Gov. Gianforte said. "I appreciate the private...
MINUTES OF REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF DECEMBER 13, 2021 SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 55H - HIGH SCHOOL I. The Trustees of School District No. 55H, Musselshell County, Roundup, Montana met for their regular board meeting on Monday, December 13, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. in the District Office. Trustees present included Chairperson Vandeberg, Vice-Chairperson Brewer, Snook, Bedford, and Serrano. Administrators in attendance were High School Principal Larson, Elementary Principal Griffith, Superintendent Sealey, and Clerk Eiselein. The Pledge of Allegiance...
USDA is committed to working across land ownership boundaries to reduce risks before disasters occur. Building on the announcement of the Forest Service’s 10-year strategy and implementation plan for confronting the wildfire crisis, today USDA is announcing more than $48 million of investments by the Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) this year through the Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership for projects that will mitigate wildfire risk, protect water quality, improve wildlife habitat, restore for...
Montana State University Extension has released a new MontGuide fact sheet discussing testamentary trusts. According to Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension family economics specialist, a person can create a testamentary trust in a written will. A testamentary trust is one that is established according to the instructions contained in a last will and testament. The will maker names a trustee to manage the assets on behalf of the beneficiaries, adds co-author, Edwin Eck, Professor Emeritus in the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University...
Shawn Dutton became the bank manager at First Security Bank eleven years ago. A Montanan all of his life, Shawn was born in Deer Lodge, and raised in Wisdom. After graduating college in Bozeman in the 1980's, he had two job offers. One for a feed mill in Jordan, and one for the bank in White Sulphur Springs. The pay was the same for both jobs, and he went into banking. Shawn would work at that bank for four years before moving in 1989 to Dutton Montana, where his banking career continued. In Dut...
The Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame & Western Heritage Center (MCHF & WHC) announces their 14th class of inductions into the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame. The inductees were chosen from a field of candidates nominated by the general public. Inductees are honored for their notable contributions to the history and culture of Montana. "The Hall of Fame exists to honor those who have made an impact in their part of the state and represent Montana's authentic heritage for future generations," said Bill...
Everal Eugene Butterfield was birthed by his grandmother at the family home on December 21, 1929, on their farm near Hunter, Kansas to parents Fred T. and Edna Mae (Francis) Butterfield. He was the oldest of four children and was nicknamed “Sonny” at the age of six by an old bachelor. Sonny remembered hanging wet blankets on the windows to keep the dirt out during the depression era. The dust literally drifted into sand banks. His father earned fifty cents a day stacking thistle which was fed to their livestock. Sonny, along with his gra...
Shelhamer, Michael Duane, Theft exceeding $1500, Transferred to another court; obstructing a Peace Officer, Transferred to another court; Criminal Contempt, Fines: $100, Jail: 175 months (serve 5 now). Vinson, Delilah Antoinette, Disorderly Conduct, Fines: $100, Costs: $85. Ludwig, Joshua Elisworth, Exceed speed limit, Fines: $30, Costs: $35. Miller, Destan Christopher, Failure to carry insurance, Fines: $250, Costs: $35. Nash, Jerry Lee Jr., Following too closely, Fines: $50, Costs: $35. Brown, Christopher, Disorderly conduct, Fines: $100,...
FLATWILLOW and WINNETT NEWS Happy 2022 to everyone. Here’s hoping this year turns out to be a much better year in so many ways for all of us. Flatwillow Homemakers held their Christmas party and meeting on December 14 at Luann’s home. She had prepared a delicious turkey and we all filled in whatever we wanted to go with the turkey and gravy. It was a delicious Christmas dinner. We celebrated two birthdays in December – Bonnie and Linda. Happy December birthday to both of you! There were eleven members present, two members absent, and we had o...
Montana State Students Named to Fall Semester 2021 Honor Rolls Montana State University has announced its undergraduate honor rolls for fall semester 2021. There are two MSU honor roll lists: the President’s List and the Dean’s List. To be eligible for the lists, students must be enrolled in at least 12 college-level credits. This honor roll list was current as of Jan. 14 and includes all registration corrections or grade changes processed to that date. The 1,542 students with a perfect 4.0 grade point average for the semester were named to...
John Joseph Carr was "let out of the chute" December 13, 1940, in Lewistown, Montana. He was the youngest of the six children, born to Ray and Ruth (Stephens) Carr. His great grandfather, George W. Cook, served as the first mayor of Lewistown. His grandfather, John Stephens, was one of the early sheriffs in Fergus County. It's been said that he arrested Charlie Russell for drunk and disorderly conduct. Though there isn't evidence to support it, it makes for a great story. "Johnny's" family...
The Montana Public Service Commission is warning ratepayers about a phone scam targeting Montanans by alleging they have a faulty or dangerous meter and threatening to shut off power unless the resident makes an immediate payment. This is a scam by thieves attempting to steal Montanan's money. The scammer claims to be a PSC employee and asks for payment through an electronic payment method such as Zelle or Venmo. The scammer may also seek credit card or debit card information over the phone. Anyone receiving a suspicious or aggressive call...
Sheriff Shawn Lesnik officially announces his re-election bid for a second term as Musselshell Counties Sheriff. After Sheriff Lesnik filed the appropriate paperwork to run for public office, the photo was taken. The photo was taken in front of the Musselshell County Court House, January 13, 2022. January 13 marks the official opening filing date for those interested in running for public office during the 2022 election cycle. The last day to file is March 14 at 5:00 PM....
Flatwillow, Mont. –– The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) recently issued new load postings for the Flatwillow Creek Bridge on MT 244 six miles Southwest of Flatwillow, in Petroleum County. The postings are part of a multi-year effort to update load ratings and postings on Montana bridges as mandated by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). The FHWA mandate is in response to changes in the trucking industry over the last decade. Truck manufacturers are building specialized hauling vehicles (SHVs) capable of legally carrying hea...
On the night of January 13th, one of our patrol vehicles was vandalized. There was also some similar vandalizing done at the Roundup High School. We are offering a $500 reward for information that leads to the identification and conviction of the person or persons responsible. For those that don't know "1312" or "ACAB" stands for "All Cops Are Bastards". If you live in the area of 5th Ave W to the High School, please check cameras if you have them. You may have video of those responsible. We...
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced plans to increase access to at-home COVID-19 rapid antigen tests for Montanans. The governor has secured approximately 650,000 tests which will be distributed statewide through local public health departments. The tests will be available at no cost to Montanans. “As the state of Montana, like the rest of the nation, faces a new surge with the omicron variant, testing is a critical tool to help keep people safe with early detection,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Recognizing the nationwide testing...
