Work on lease rates at airport completed
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- Published on Thursday, 23 May 2013 22:28
- Written by Steve Fanning
It’s taken nearly a year, but work on the new leasing structure for the Lewistown Municipal Airport has finally been completed.
Fergus County Fair Board signs 3-year agreement with carnival provider
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- Published on Thursday, 23 May 2013 22:24
- Written by Steve Fanning
Even before the start of the Central Montana Fair last year, the Fair Board knew they were going to have problems with the contracted carnival provider. Entertainment Chairman Gene Meier began the search for a new carnival at that time and just signed a new deal this week.
City Manager’s report for Mid May
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- Published on Thursday, 23 May 2013 22:18
- Written by Steve Fanning
The City of Lewistown has been very busy over the past few weeks with many springtime projects.
“Get Ready, Judith Gap” emergency preparedness event set for Friday
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- Published on Thursday, 23 May 2013 22:15
- Written by Steve Fanning
As Montana Red Cross gears up for a busy wildfire season, the organization continues to reach out to communities across the state with it’s “Get Ready, Montana” emergency preparedness campaign.
The fight against weeds continues in Fergus County
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- Published on Thursday, 23 May 2013 22:12
- Written by Steve Fanning
It’s a battle that never ends, and always hits a high point during the spring growing season.
Montana Headline News
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- Published on Thursday, 23 May 2013 03:50
- Written by Montana Associated Press
FATAL SHOOTING
Shooting at home near Helena leaves 1 dead
(Information in the following story is from: Independent Record, http://www.helenair.com)
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Lewis and Clark County authorities say a person has died in a shooting at a home outside of Helena.
Capt. Jason Grimmis of the Lewis and Clark County Sheriff's Office says a homeowner reported an intruder on Canyon Ferry Road Wednesday.
Leadership Central Montana news
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 21:16
- Written by Steve Fanning
The First Annual Leadership Central Montana class has been selected and consists of 14 dynamic individuals who are committed to the betterment of our Central Montana communities. Leadership Central Montana follows the model of Leadership Montana, a statewide collaboration of higher education, civic and business leaders.
2013 "Excellence in Preservation" Award Winners
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 21:09
- Written by Steve Fanning
Special Achievement in Historic Preservation Awards:
Hospice House groundbreaking set for May 28
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 21:02
- Written by Steve Fanning
After seven long years of fundraising, the Hospice House at the Central Montana Medical Center is ready for groundbreaking. Spokesperson Eileen Stahl invited the public to the event scheduled for Tuesday, May 28.
Creel Funeral Home granted Conditional Use Permit
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 03:08
- Written by Steve Fanning
Creel Funeral Home is one step closer to establishing a crematorium at its existing location on Main Street. City Manager Kevin Myhre says the conditional use permit granted by the City Commission is just the first step in the process.
City Commission approves TBID board by-laws
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 03:04
- Written by Steve Fanning
Work continues on the implementation of a Tourism Business Improvement District in Lewistown. A one dollar bed tax has been collected by area hotels since February 1st, but the TBID Board of Trustees has a few final steps to complete before it can begin to utilize the collected tax dollars according to City Manager Kevin Myhre.
“Don’t Fry Day” coming up this Friday
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 03:01
- Written by Steve Fanning
As the weather begins to turn warm, more people head outside for outdoor activities. The National Council on Skin Cancer is reminding everyone to be safe in the sun by proclaiming this Friday, the Friday before Memorial Day, as “Don’t Fry Day”. Coordinator of the Central Montana Comprehensive Cancer Control Program Jean Rau has more on skin cancer awareness.
9th Annual Duck Regatta scheduled for June 8
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 02:57
- Written by Steve Fanning
The Mill Ditch will be filled with yellow ducks again on Saturday, June 8th during the 9th Annual Spring Creek Duck Regatta. Officer Levi Talkington and dispatcher Brook Styer have more on this annual fundraiser for the Special Olympics.
"SHAPE UP MONTANA" Participants Lose Pounds & Circle the World 25.7 Times
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 May 2013 02:42
- Written by Karen Sanford Gall, Big Sky State Games
At the close of its eleventh year, "Shape Up Montana" had 540 teams with 3,979 members. A program of the Big Sky State Games, "Shape Up Montana" promotes healthful eating and a physically active lifestyle in a team format. Teams competed in two categories: Weight Loss,as a result of healthy diet and physical activity, and Accumulated Activity, which is converted into miles.
Hospice House fundraising sale June 1 in Utica
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 May 2013 02:33
- Written by Steve Fanning
The funds have been raised to build a new Hospice House next to the Central Montana Medical Center. A groundbreaking ceremony is set for Tuesday, May 28th at 4:00 pm at the building site next to the hospital. However, fundraising for ongoing operational funds for the Hospice House will continue.
The Utica Women’sClub is hosting a Rummage Sale fundraiser for the Hospice of Central Montana on June 1st . Linda Deegan has more.
Memorial Day Service Schedule
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 May 2013 02:30
- Written by Steve Fanning
Memorial Day Service Schedule:
Labyrinth Garden needs community support
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 May 2013 02:18
- Written by Steve Fanning
One local community garden needs your help. The Lewistown Community Labyrinth Garden at Frank Day Park is maintained by volunteers who each commit to take care of a section of the garden. Help for the garden can come in two ways. Nadine Robertson from the Lewistown Art Center says the first is through the purchase of a “Celebration Stone”.
Annual Fly-in Breakfast on June 8th
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- Published on Monday, 20 May 2013 04:41
- Written by Steve Fanning
Unique planes and a great breakfast, that’s what's in store for those who attend the annual Fly-in Breakfast at the Lewistown Municipal Airport during the morning of Saturday June 8th. Airport General Manager Jerry Moline says there will be something for the entire family to enjoy during the event.
ROWL Collecting this Saturday May 18th
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- Published on Thursday, 16 May 2013 18:04
- Written by Steve Fanning
Recycle Our Waste Lewistown will be accepting #1 and #2 Plastics for recycling Saturday from 9am to 12pm in the parking lot of the Big Spring Market Building. The collection will take place rain or shine.