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...
Northwestern Energy Adding New Protocols For Employee And Public Safety
Northwestern Energy is enacting new protocols to ensure the health of their employees by asking the public to give them six feet of space or more for social distancing. Another new protocol from Public Relations Specialist Jo Dee Black. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Untitled-40.mp3
Montana Economic Developers Association Says Help Is On The Way For Small Businesses
Locally owned businesses are facing difficult time as the coronavirus requires massive closures across Montana. The Montana Economic Developers Association President Steve Arveschoug along with his statewide counterparts have been in contact with our state Senators and Representative in trying to get more funding to help keep workers at small ...
State Airport Parking Lots Empty Or Almost Due To Coronavirus Impact On Travel
The parking lots at airports around the state are empty or near empty as the coronavirus impacts travel. Billings Logan International Airport Director of Aviation and Transit Kevin Ploehn. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Untitled-16-4.mp3