Blatant and egregious violations of social distancing and isolation requirements ordered by Montana and Yellowstone County health officials could lead to arrests or citations. Police will first focus on educating people about the requirements before turning to options like arrests or citations. In the meantime usual police will continue respon...
MT DPHHS Expands Mental Health Services
The Department of Public Health and Human Services is expanding mental health services. The Montana Warmline will now operate from 8 to 9 Monday to Friday and noon to 9 on weekends. The service which is free and confidential can be reached at Montana warmline dot org.
Big Horn County Asking Non-Resident Potential Visitors To Stay Away Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
The Big Horn County Health Department is asking non-residents who are considering traveling to Big Horn County for recreational purposes not to because COVID-19 is likely to spread faster than if visitors stayed home. Public Health Nurse Esther Wynne. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Untitled-20.mp3
MT National Guard will Conduct Temperature Checks
In addition to his 14 day self-quarantine order Governor Steve Bullock has authorized the Montana National Guard to conduct temperatures check for any passengers arriving in state by either rail or air travel in an attempt to limit the spread of COVID-19 in the state. They may also ask their travel history and exposure history such as being i...
Senator Daines Secures over $50 Million Available for Schools
Senator Steve Daines has announced that preliminary estimates of over $50 million will be made available for Montana schools during the coronavirus pandemic. Daines secured the critical funding in the coronavirus economic rescue package signed into law last week.
Governor Prevents Landlords from Evicting Tenants
Governor Steve Bullock stopped landlords in the state Tuesday from evicting tenants from their homes and charging late fees or other penalties during the course of the stay at home order to slow the spread of COVID-19. Bullock’s directive also stops residential foreclosures because of nonpayment and prohibits charging late fees. The governor a...
Importance Of 2020 Census Explained By Emilie Ritter Saunders From The Montana Department Of Commerce
The 2020 Census is underway. Emilie Ritter Saunders from the Montana Department Of Commerce on why it is so important. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Untitled-27.mp3
Helena – Law Enforcement Ramp-Up Enforcement of Governor’s Orders
Officials in Lewis and Clark County plan to step up the enforcement of Governor Steve Bullock’s stay at home order with a progressive approach that includes fines of $500 per day for repeat offences. County health officials have been receiving complaints about nonessential businesses staying open despite Bullock’s order to close. Enforcement ...
During Tuesday Conference Call Governor Steve Bullock Attempted To Lower Worst Fears Of Montanans
Governor Steve Bullock said this to try to lower the worst fears of Montanans during a Tuesday call with reporters. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Untitled-16.mp3
$4.7 Million Slated for Law Enforcement Protective Gear
Montana will receive an estimated $4.7 million to bolster state and local law enforcement efforts to purchase protective equipment for officers and pay for officer overtime as part of the CARES Act. Law enforcement officers will see increased activity which could result in higher risk of exposure if they do not have access to the necessary equ...