The state’s public health laboratory ran 2,193 tests by Wednesday evening and is currently running more than 300 a day submitted from all over the state. The number of test kits in the state is hard to quantify because health care providers are constantly using what’s available but 3,000 test kits from the CDC were received last week.
Helena – Public Health Lab Running 300 Covid-19 Tests Daily
The state’s public health laboratory ran 2,193 tests by Wednesday evening and is currently running more than 300 a day submitted from all over the state. The number of test kits in the state is hard to quantify because health care providers are constantly using what’s available but 3,000 test kits from the CDC were received last week.
Bozeman – Bus Drivers Protesting School District Decision to Not Pay Bus Company
Bus drivers are protesting the Bozeman School District’s decision not to pay their bus company First Student while schools are closed for the coronavirus emergency complaining Bozeman is the only district in Montana not paying drivers. The Amalgamated Transit Union Local 381 represents some 46 Bozeman drivers and school bus monitors.
Montana – Governor Directs Schools to Submit Remote Learning Plans
Governor Steve Bullock directed school districts to submit plans to implement remote learning, school meals services for students with disabilities, and other services customarily provided to students. The Great Falls Public Schools Board of Trustees has agreed to submit the District’s plan of action to the Governor’s office this Friday.
Kalispell – Public Transportation Changes
Flathead County residents can expect changes to local public transportation now through April 13th due to a shortage of drivers the department is experiencing amid the coronavirus outbreak. All Eagle Transit Kalispell City and Tri-City Commuter routes have been canceled.
Kalispell – Public Transportation Changes
Flathead County residents can expect changes to local public transportation now through April 13th due to a shortage of drivers the department is experiencing amid the coronavirus outbreak. All Eagle Transit Kalispell City and Tri-City Commuter routes have been canceled.
Montana – Governor Bullock Empowers Local Election Officials on Primary Elections
Governor Steve Bullock told counties Wednesday they can choose to conduct an all-mail election in the June 2nd primary. Bullock said he made the decision in consultation with Secretary of State Corey Stapleton, County Election Administrators, Public Health Experts, Emergency Management Professionals, and Political Leaders from both parties.
Montana – Governor Bullock Empowers Local Election Officials on Primary Elections
Governor Steve Bullock told counties Wednesday they can choose to conduct an all-mail election in the June 2nd primary. Bullock said he made the decision in consultation with Secretary of State Corey Stapleton, County Election Administrators, Public Health Experts, Emergency Management Professionals, and Political Leaders from both parties.
Montana – Foundation Awarding Grants in Response to COVID-19
The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation has awarded $450,000 to 86 organizations that provide basic needs to our communities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Grants in varying amounts will be distributed to community net safety programs statewide. For More Information Visit: The Dennis and Phyllis Foundation Website
Montana – Foundation Awarding Grants in Response to COVID-19
The Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation has awarded $450,000 to 86 organizations that provide basic needs to our communities in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Grants in varying amounts will be distributed to community net safety programs statewide. For More Information Visit: The Dennis and Phyllis Foundation Website