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News from May 2020

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Recent financial records point to the race of Montana's open House seat being an expensive one

By Terry Davis | May 31, 2020

In Montana, the race for a seat in the U.S. House is turning out to be one of the most expensive campaign projects by candidates, according to financial records and the Helena Independent Record.

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President Trump endorses state auditor Matt Rosendale to fill Montana's seat in Congress

By James Ledbetter | May 31, 2020

President Trump tweeted to show support for state Auditor Matt Rosendale, who is running in the Republican primary. He is hoping to fill Montana’s U.S. House seat.

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Deputy Secretary of State did not violate campaign rules during a radio interview, Montana commissioner rules.

By Chris Lang | May 31, 2020

A complaint alleging that a Republican candidate for Secretary of State in Montana used state resources while campaigning was dismissed, according to Political Practices commissioner Jeff Mangan’s ruling in February.

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Attorney Kristen Juras named Gianforte’s Republican running mate in governor’s race

By Sarah Downey | May 31, 2020

Congressman Greg Gianforte has selected Kristen Juras, an attorney from Great Falls, to be his running mate in the GOP primary race for governor.

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Economists, farmers see hope in future trade for Montana

By Benjamin Kibbey | May 31, 2020

Montana farmers may see recovery in 2020 if regional economists are right in their predictions.

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Republicans to vote against Heroes Act

By Elle Johnson | May 31, 2020

U.S. House Republicans are voting against the $3 trillion Heroes Act, which would help aid COVID-19 responses in the nation.

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Montana to move to second phase of reopening June 1

By Elle Johnson | May 31, 2020

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock said the state will move into the second phase of reopening on June 1 as the state continues to have the lowest COVID-19 numbers.

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Montana lieutenant governor faces ethics complaint

By April Bamburg | May 28, 2020

The Montana Republican Party has filed an ethics complaint against Lt. Gov. Mike Cooney in connection with his admission that he had used taxpayer resources for his campaign.

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CITY OF COLUMBIA FALLS: Street Maintenance Hilltop Homes Area

By Press release submission | May 28, 2020

Pavement Maintenance Systems Inc. will be performing chip sealing operations for the City of Columbia Falls in the Hilltop Homes area May 26 - May 30. No on-street parking will be permitted on affected streets beginning May 24, through May 30.

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BOZEMAN AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: CANCELLED: Business Before Hours on June 04

By Alyssa Marie Dasal | May 28, 2020

This event has been cancelled for June 2020.

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CITY OF GREAT FALLS: City League softball teams register now through Monday, June 1

By Press release submission | May 28, 2020

The Park and Recreation Department is taking team registration for men’s regular or doubleheader, women’s and coed softball leagues.

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CITY OF MALTA: Tumbling/Gymnastics

By Press release submission | May 28, 2020

Tia Siewing presents Tumbling/Gymnastics 2020, Monday-Wednesday-Friday August 3rd - 14th, Showcase Saturday August 15th @ 10am in city hall gym.

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CITY OF COLUMBIA FALLS: Resort Tax Proposal - June 2nd Primary Election

By Press release submission | May 28, 2020

Please see the attached Resort Tax Proposal Information & Frequently Asked Questions sheet.

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Green Party Senate candidate Fredrickson seeks accountability, transparency in government

By April Bamburg | May 26, 2020

Helena resident Wendie Fredrickson is running for the U.S. Senate on the Green Party ticket, a seat currently held by Republican Steve Daines.

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MONTANA HISTORICAL SOCIETY: To Reopen June 9

By Press release submission | May 24, 2020

The Montana Historical Society will reopen its exhibits, Research Center, Museum Store and State Historic Preservation Office to the general public beginning Tuesday, June 9.

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CITY OF MISSOULA: Comment on a new vision for North Riverside Parks and Trails!

By Press release submission | May 20, 2020

Parks and Recreation and the Downtown Missoula Partnership invite residents to view and comment on the new draft master plan for north riverfront parks and trails through May 27.

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COLUMBIA FALLS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Re-Imagining Company Culture in the Post-Pandemic World on May 21

By Press release submission | May 20, 2020

Whether for staffing, business planning, or as a sounding board, we are here to help in any way we can.

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CITY OF LIVINGSTON: Recruitment Notice: City Conservation Board Youth Member

By Press release submission | May 20, 2020

The City of Livingston seeks to fill one (1) youth seat on the City Conservation Board.

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CITY OF POLSON: Public Hearing Notice: Proposed subdivision hearing w/ City-County Planning Board

By Press release submission | May 20, 2020

Notice is hereby given that the Polson City-County Planning Board will on Tuesday, the 9th day of June, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Polson City Hall, 106 1st Street East, Polson, Montana, hold a public hearing for the purpose of a proposed major subdivision.

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CITY OF GREAT FALLS: Street Sweeping Schedule May 18-21, 2020

By Press release submission | May 19, 2020

Please remove your vehicles from the area 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on your scheduled day.