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 […]
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MTGOP issues recommendation to Central Committees on COVID-19
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 […]
Ravalli County sets up COVID-19 Incident Management Team
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 […]
Purchase hunting, fishing licenses online
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 […]
Economic disaster assistance available in Ravalli County
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 […]
Curbside pick-up available at Bitterroot Public Library
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 […]
State Motor Vehicle Division announces changes
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 […]
Bitterroot prepares for COVID-19
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 […]
Coronavirus outbreak declared state and national emergency
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 […]
Resolution to suspend Stevensville council member withdrawn
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12 Stevensville Town Council meeting, the agenda item considering the suspension of Council President Bob Michalson was withdrawn from the record at the request of Council member […]
Merrill files for HD 87
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 […]
Local library closures in effect
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 […]
REC postpones annual meeting
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 confirms two cases of coronavirus in Montana
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 […]
National Guard soldiers assisting Montanans returning from cruise ship quarantine
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 […]
Town of Stevensville announces change in services during COVID-19 pandemic
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 […]
Governor directs closure of public K-12 schools
Governor Steve Bullock on Sunday announced a set of directives and guidance to slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect vulnerable Montanans, including closing of public K-12 schools, social distancing […]
NorthWestern Energy suspends service disconnections during COVID 19 outbreak, takes other measures
NorthWestern Energy activated a company-wide plan to address the implications of the COVID 19 outbreak while providing reliable energy service for our customers in Nebraska, South Dakota and Montana. “NorthWestern […]
Local libraries take COVID-19 preventative actions
The Bitterroot Public Library will cancel all programs, events, and use of the meeting room effective Monday, March 16, at 9:30 a.m. until at least March 31. The regular public […]
Marcus Daly Hospital implements temporary visitor restrictions
In response the recent confirmation of COVID-19 in our region and for the safety of our patients and staff, Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital has implemented the following visitor restrictions for […]



