Sep272024
Because they are having trouble filling the positions needed on Election Day to monitor and process the voting process, Ginger Aldrich, who heads the Yellowstone County’s Election Department, has received approval of Yellowstone County Commissioners to request funding from the federal government.
The county department is requesting $28,310 from Help America Vote Act (HAVA), which was passed by Congress in 2002.
“Yellowstone County finds it difficult to recruit and retain read more
Dear Editor, Bipartisan Letter from Montana Business Leaders Small businesses are at the heart of all American communities—nowhere more than here in Montana. From agriculture to technology, our business leaders understand far better than professional investors and opinion writers that … read more
Huntley Project High School senior, Paige Lofing, has committed to play women’s basketball at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington. Lofing, a three-year all-state player, announced the commitment on Instagram Tuesday with the community immediately expressing support and congratulations. Activities Director … read more
Well, Folks, as many of you saw on the front page of our newspaper this week, we have made the choice to endorse Montana U.S. Senate Candidate Tim Sheehy over MT Senator Jon Tester. This decision was not taken lightly … read more
Given the gravity of the Montana’s U.S. Senate race this election cycle, the YCN editorial board has decided to endorse a candidate for the first time in its history. The YCN editorial board endorses Tim Sheehy for U.S. Senate over … read more
Paul G. Odegaard, 94, of Billings, died on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at St. Vincent’s Hospital, surrounded by family. Paul was born on Aug. 6, 1930, in Hankinson, North Dakota, the son of E. Julius and Minnie (Milbrandt) Brummond. Upon … read more
Chelsea and Shane Hensleigh plan to open their new and approved kiosk for The Beanery on September 30 in Huntley. The kiosk, in the works for a few years now, was originally planned as a storage shed but according to … read more
MontanaFair set new records on many fronts this year, according to MetraPark Manager Stoney Field. Total paid gate numbers set a new record, as did concession sales commissions, carnival rides and sponsorships. The benchmark they were comparing to was 2022 … read more
Dear Editor, With our profit-oriented society, privatization is subject to interpretation. Businesses cut back on material and quality to cut cost, yet increase price. As to health care, to some it means one has to purchase insurance at whatever price … read more
Dear Editor, In the September 13, 2024, issue of your paper I read the Editorial by Jonathan McNiven concerning a newspaper called the “Montana Independent”. I read many articles that state things but being inquisitive type person, I like to … read more
