The Internal Revenue Service says those wanting a quicker Economic Impact Payment should act fast as the deadline to enter direct deposit information is set. People should use the Get My Payment tool by noon Wednesday to check on payment status and when available provide direct deposit information.
COVID-19 Hits Ranchers
The Department of Livestock told state legislators recently some Montana ranchers will likely go out of business due to the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. Right now ranchers are having a hard time finding anyone to buy their cattle and anyone who finds a buyer is losing money and ranchers are expected to reduce the size of their he...
Governor Steve Bullock On What Businesses Can Open Friday During Phase 1 of 3 Phases
The state continues to reopen while still in Phase 1 or 3 expected phases. Governor Steve Bullock on what’s opening up and when. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Untitled-4-3.mp3
Bat Lady Research on Viruses More Timely Than Ever Now With Coronavirus Pandemic
Montana State University researcher Raina Plowright has been studying bats and the viruses they carry and spread for years and now with the emergency o COVID-19 the bat lady’s research is timelier than ever. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Untitled-11-1.mp3
Bat Lady Research on Viruses More Timely Than Ever Now With Coronavirus Pandemic
Montana State University researcher Raina Plowright has been studying bats and the viruses they carry and spread for years and now with the emergency o COVID-19 the bat lady’s research is timelier than ever. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Untitled-11-1.mp3
Northern Cheyenne Extends Stay at Home Order
The Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation has extended its stay at home order and curfew until May 31st in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. The reservation has not seen a positive case of the coronavirus. The stay at home order was originally issued March 28th.
Northern Cheyenne Extends Stay at Home Order
The Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation has extended its stay at home order and curfew until May 31st in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. The reservation has not seen a positive case of the coronavirus. The stay at home order was originally issued March 28th.
Billings Hospitals Make Substance to Preserve Clinical Samples
Billings hospitals are now making a key component for COVID-19 testing kits on-site as growing demand has left vendors short of supplies. St. Vincent Healthcare and Billings Clinic are making viral transport media a substance made up of proteins antibodies and chemicals that preserves clinical samples for storage and testing.
State Park Visitations Climb
Montana State Parks and Fishing Access Sites have experienced a major increase in visitation as residents spend time outdoors amid health restrictions related to the coronavirus. Visitation climbed by more than 60% compared to this time in previous years.
Missoula – Economy Takes a Hit With Cancelation of Missoula Marathon
The Missoula economy will miss out on roughly $2 million worth of visitor spending due to the coronavirus-caused cancellation of the Missoula Marathon this year. About a third of the race’s 6,000 participants come from out of state. In past years racers have booked 3,000 hotel rooms and scores of vacation rental homes in town.