Archives for March 17, 2020

Governor Steve Bullock has announced emergency rules to make unemployment benefits accessible to workers laid off due to COVID-19 and waive the typical one week waiting period before receiving benefits. “The rules we’ve implemented today will ensure that workers impacted by COVID-19, whether it’s because they’ve been laid off, are quarantined, or need to take […]

SARS-CoV-2 stability similar to original SARS virus  The virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is stable for several hours to days in aerosols and on surfaces, according to a new study from National Institutes of Health, CDC, UCLA and Princeton University scientists in The New England Journal of Medicine. The scientists found that severe […]

Governor Steve Bullock has announced that uninsured Montanans, who receive a recommendation from a provider, will be eligible to receive coverage for COVID-19 testing and treatment. “This is a significant step in containing the spread of coronavirus in our state. We know that the lack of health insurance often results in the delay of seeing […]

Bitterroot Valley grocery stores are working extra hours to keep their shelves stocked, the doors open and the stores sanitized. Many are offering parking lot pick-up and home delivery.   FLORENCE Gary & Leo’s Fresh Foods is open for regular shopping 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily.   STEVENSVILLE Super One Foods is open 24/7 […]

Some Bitterroot Valley Pharmacies are providing extra services to help limit the spread of COVID-19. In accordance with CDC guidelines, if you are experiencing any symptoms of respiratory illness, including fever and cough, please refrain from entering the stores.   FLORENCE Florence Community Pharmacy is conducting business as usual with no deliveries or curbside pickup […]

Following a meeting of the MTGOP Executive Board, the Montana Republican Party released the following statement today as a recommendation to Central Committees to help slow the spread of the Coronavirus. “It is our patriotic duty to follow the guidance of our leaders to the best of our abilities during the COVID-19 national emergency,” said Chairman […]

Today Ravalli County officials set up an Incident Management team to undertake the Coronavirus issue. The unified command is made up of Jeff Burrows, Dr. Carol Calderwood, and Karyn Johnston, County Health Nurse. According to IC Burrows, there are so many rumors circulating we know we need to provide accurate, timely, information. Specifically, we are making decisions based […]

In accordance with guidelines for social distancing related to COVID-19 and to protect the public as well as staff, Fish, Wildlife & Park strongly encourages hunters and anglers to make licensing purchases online at fwp.mt.gov. For those who need assistance with their purchase, please call the FWP licensing center at 406-444-2950 or your regional or […]

U.S. Senator Jon Tester has announced that the Small Business Administration (SBA) declared an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration for 30 Montana counties in response to the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19), which will provide much-needed economic support for Montana’s main street businesses. The affected counties are: Flathead, Gallatin, Missoula, Sheridan, Silver Bow, […]

The Bitterroot Public Library is now providing curbside pick-up to library users during the library’s indefinite closure to help combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Currently this service will be available Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. by calling the library at 406-363-1670. For the safety of library staff and the community, […]

Attorney General Tim Fox and Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) Administrator Sarah Garcia announced changes and issued an important reminder for Montana’s drivers and vehicle owners today. Fox working with governor’s office to extend driver license expiration dates For all driver licenses due to expire in March, April, or May of 2020, Fox and his staff […]