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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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.   […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

On Saturday, March 14, Montana finally joined the rest of the nation as the first reports were issued of people testing positive for COVID-19, the coronavirus that is sweeping through […]

On Friday, President Trump declared the coronavirus outbreak a national emergency. That action will free up close to $42.5 billion in federal funds to use in addressing the crisis. After […]

At the March 12 Stevensville Town Council meeting, the agenda item considering the suspension of Council President Bob Michalson was withdrawn from the record at the request of Council member […]

Laura Merrill of Stevensville recently filed as a candidate for the Montana House of Representatives in House District 87. House District 87 includes the communities of Pinesdale, Corvallis, Victor, and […]

To help combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Bitterroot Public Library and North Valley Public Library have closed until further notice starting Monday, March 16. Darby Community Public […]

As the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to evolve, Ravalli Electric Cooperative wants to inform members of their plans to ensure continuity of service and wellbeing of employees and members. Ravalli […]

Governor Steve Bullock on Monday confirmed two positive cases of coronavirus, or COVID-19, in Montana. The Missoula County patient is a male in their 20s The Yellowstone County patient is […]

Governor Steve Bullock announced on Monday that eight Montana Army National Guard Soldiers were activated for State Activity Duty to assist in the arrival and transport of eight Montanans returning […]

With cases of the novel coronavirus appearing in Montana, Stevensville Mayor Brandon E. Dewey is closely monitoring the situation. In accordance with Governor Steve Bullock’s state of emergency and Ravalli […]