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After a successful 2021 season, it’s time to start looking toward 2022. With the help of the City of Roundup, the help of many volunteer members, and the Signal Peak Foundation we were able to upgrade some of our equipment, replace the flooring in the clubhouse, and make some needed repairs to our irrigation system, along with many other smaller projects. The board has identified many more projects for the upcoming years and they will be addressed when possible. With time seeming to move faster and faster, the 2022 season will be here before w...
The new improved card pumps have been installed at the Phillips 66 corner station....
WHEATON IL (01/14/2022) Wheaton College student, John Colson of Ryegate, MT, was named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2021 semester. To earn Dean's List honors at Wheaton, an undergraduate student must carry 12 or more credit hours and achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher on the 4.0 scale. Wheaton College is a coeducational Christian liberal arts college noted for its rigorous academics, integration of faith and learning, and consistent ranking among the top liberal arts colleges in the country. For more information, visit wheaton.edu....
Governor Greg Gianforte and Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen today announced a record number of new businesses were created in Montana last year. More than 51,500 new businesses were registered with the Montana Secretary of State in 2021, surpassing the previous record set in 2020 by more than 12,000 businesses. "Montana is open for business. In the last twelve months, we've seen a record low unemployment rate, a record number of Montanans working, and a record number of new businesses created in the state," Gov. Gianforte said. "We'll...
Governor Greg Gianforte today began his second year in office as Montana's 25th governor, following a year defined by lower taxes, less government spending, and more freedom. In a press conference today at the State Capitol, the governor highlighted key wins and accomplishments from his first year in office. Excerpts of the governor's press conference can be found below: Cutting Taxes "Working with the legislature, we enacted one of the largest tax cuts in our state's history, because ultimately, this isn't the government's money. It's the...
This article focuses on estate and legacy planning to set the stage for the 4-week Estate Planning Webinar Series. Authors are Jennifer Solf, Musselshell-Golden Valley County Extension Agent, [email protected] and Marsha Goetting, MSU Extension Family Economics Specialist, [email protected]. When organizing an estate prior to death, the Montana legislature has provided tools to allow individuals to have their financial assets pass to people they choose instead of the state and avoid probate, according to Montana State University Exte...
Together with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the State of Montana will increase firefighter pay to support, recruit, and retain the highly-qualified, highly-trained personnel who protect Montana communities and natural resources. The wage increase marks the first major pay adjustment of its kind for the seasonal firefighting workforce of Montana. “Montana’s wildland firefighters are some of the most important and necessary personnel serving our state, especially wit...
With $6 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation, Montana State University will continue to offer services for improving road safety in Montana and rural areas nationwide. The new four-year grant provides comprehensive funding for the National Center for Rural Road Safety, or Rural Safety Center, which is housed in MSU's Western Transportation Institute. The funding will enable trainings, technical assistance and resources for local and state governments to reduce deaths and serious injuries, improve collaboration and coordination,...
It is with bittersweet gratitude that the Montana FFA Foundation Board of Directors announces Gwynn Simeniuk's resignation as Executive Director. According to Curt Robbins, Montana FFA Foundation President, Simeniuk will remain at the helm of the Foundation until April 10, 2022, to lead the organization through the 92nd Annual Montana FFA State Convention, March 30 – April 2. Following her departure, Simeniuk will be returning to northeastern Montana to join the PRO Co-op agronomy team and pursue her aspirations of a career dedicated to a...
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the following appointments: Private Land and Public Wildlife Board • Eric Albus, Hinsdale: A fourth-generation rancher and farmer, Albus and his brothers farm wheat, pea, lentils, and barley, and raise commercial cattle. Albus also owns and operates Milk River Outfitters. Albus’ term will run through July 31, 2025. • Ed Beall, Helena: Beall is the president and owner of Capital Sports & Western in Montana’s capital city. Since 1970, his hunting and firearm shop has been the focal poi...
Montana State University Extension will offer a remote work certification course every month in 2022 except July and December. Registration for the next class closes Feb. 2. The course provides knowledge and skills for individuals who would like to transition to work from home so that they can potentially access higher paying jobs while remaining in their communities. More than 50 Montanans have taken the month-long course since it was first offered last May. Participants learn online tools common to remote work as well as skills crucial to wor...
Mayor Jones takes the oath of office with Judge Spalding for her third term as mayor. Jones has served eight years and will have served fourteen years for the county when this term is finished. Mayor Jones is pleased about the long awaited water project for Roundup coming to fruition during her time as mayor. The Mayor has also done many ribbon cuttings for new businesses in Roundup as well, just to name a couple of her accomplishments. Thanks for your public service Mayor Jo...
The Montana Department of Commerce today announced more than $1 million in grant funding was awarded through its Tourism Grant Program to strengthen local economies in 21 communities. "These grants will serve 22 tourism and recreation projects across Montana, including unincorporated small towns, rural communities, and areas of known attractions to non-resident visitors," Commerce Director Scott Osterman said. "Not only will these funds help boost tourism locally, they will support good-paying jobs, another added benefit of increased visitor...
Roundup, MT – Join Vitalant, your local community blood provider, at the Roundup Community Blood Drive on January 20th from 12pm-6pm at the Musselshell County Emergency Operations Center. There is no substitute for blood, and the community faces a shortage of donations during winter months. We hope to offset that dip in donations and ensure a safe blood supply for those relying on it in our area. Vitalant is the only blood provider to more than 30 hospitals across Southern Montana and the Northern Wyoming region. The blood supply is dependent o...
In recognition of the importance of independent quilt shops to local economies, Saturday, January 22, 2022, is proclaimed to be Local Quilt Shop Day throughout Montana. Local Quilt Shop Day is an annual arts celebration focusing on the rich tradition and history of quilting in our communities. This internationally celebrated holiday emphasizes the importance of Local Quilt Shops and their significant contributions and economic impact on local communities. Local quilt shops not only provide supplies for quilting, but also serve as a center of...
By Abby Majerus, Director of the Snowy Mountain FADC It’s hard to walk through a grocery store or skim a restaurant’s menu without seeing the phrase “local food” or “buy local”. But how local is local? A quick google search might tell you that local food means that it was raised within 100 miles of where you are purchasing it. Since there does not seem to be a standard definition of local food, this opens up the area it can mean whatever you want it to be. It’s easy to reason how the eggs, steak and bread you eat regularly here in Central Mo...
By Victoria Hallowell Memory Cafes are a comfortable, social gathering that allow people experiencing memory loss and a loved one/caregiver to connect, socialize, and build new support networks. A Memory Cafe is a safe and comfortable space where caregivers and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities. Memory Cafes provide mutual support and exchange information about additional resources. It will be a place where people can have informal conversation to create new friendships and to...
Helena, Mont. – On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, the Montana Department of Livestock received notice that an animal from a Madison County herd located within Montana’s brucellosis Designated Surveillance Area (DSA) has been confirmed positive for brucellosis. The positive animal tested as a ‘suspect’ on a whole herd test conducted in December 2021. Pathologists at the Montana Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory collected tissues and forwarded the samples to the National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Ames, Iowa where infection was subsequently...
REAL Montana (Resource Education and Agriculture Leadership) is currently seeking applicants for Class V. The deadline to apply is March 31, and the first seminar will be held in September. REAL Montana builds a network of informed and engaged leaders to advance the natural resource industries in Montana. The 18-month program features eight in-state seminars; a five-day national study tour in Washington D.C.; and a twelve-day trip to an international location (destination to be determined). Previous classes have traveled to China, Colombia,...
RSVP is looking for volunteers to prepare federal income tax returns for the upcoming tax season. Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds are welcome!! TAX-AIDE volunteers provide free tax return preparation and electronic filing for our senior citizens and low income families of our communities. The TAX-AIDE program is sponsored by the IRS and the AARP Foundation. AARP membership is NOT required to volunteer, or to receive TAX-AIDE's free tax preparation and e-filing services. There is some training involved. RSVP will provide all training...
The deadline to apply for a Musselshell Valley Community Foundation Grant is approaching. Grants will be awarded in February to a charitable project in our region. Applications along with grant guidelines can be picked up at the Roundup City Office or found online at mvcommunityfoundation.com and are due February 1, 2022. The Musselshell Valley Community Foundation was established in 1997 to create an endowment for the benefit of the people of the Musselshell Valley River Region. Each year grants are awarded to charitable projects within the...
Sheriffs report for the month of December. Between 12/1/21 and 12/30/21 there were 89 calls to 911. The calls break down as follows; Deputies responded to 22 calls Ambulance responded to 17 calls Fire responded to 5 calls There were 2 transfers to other counties, and 36 calls that were unwarranted or not emergencies. * Deputy, medical, and fire responded to a semi that had blown over north of town. * Deputy responded to an argument where one party drove off with the other party’s belongings. * Deputy, medical and fire responded to a vehicle v...
BILLINGS, Mont.— Montana Senate Republicans have earned recognition from a variety of conservative and business groups for their strong voting records in 2021. Senate Republicans averaged an impressive 89 out of 100 across four prominent legislative scorecards with the composite score of every Republican senator ranging between 75 and 95. Senate Majority Leader Cary Smith, R-Billings, praised the caucus for its unity and dedication to enacting conservative policy in the 2021 legislative session. "Members of our Republican caucus bring d...
By Dean Cheng - - The heavens are a little more crowded as 2021 draws to a close. There are more players and more systems in orbit … and more threats. The People’s Republic of China has significantly expanded its role in space. This week, Chinese astronauts at the Tiangong space station engaged in a six-hour spacewalk, the longest ever by Chinese astronauts. The tempo of Chinese-crewed spaceflight activities has accelerated sharply since Beijing deployed its space station, with manned space flights increasing from one every 2-3 years to one eve...
HELENA, Mont. — Together with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Governor Greg Gianforte today announced that the State of Montana reached its goal to more than double the number of forested acres put under management in 2021. Under the leadership of Director Amanda Kaster, the DNRC placed a collective 25,000 forested acres under management. In 2020, the state treated approximately 11,000 acres. “We set an ambitious forestry target for the year to match the urgency of the forest health crisis we face. Tha...
