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  • Biden-Harris Administration Extends Eviction Moratorium for Homeowners

    Aug 4, 2021

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced August 30th the extension, through Sept. 30, of the eviction moratorium for homeowners of properties financed or guaranteed by USDA. “The United States is still reeling from a nationwide housing affordability crisis brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. USDA is taking this important action today to allow individuals and families who face eviction from homes purchased with USDA Single-Family Housing loans more time to maintain safe and stable housing, whether it’s in their current homes, or by...

  • Tester Announces Final Deal on Bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation

    Sarah Feldman, Office of Senator Jon Tester|Aug 4, 2021

    After weeks of negotiations with the White House and a bipartisan group of nine other Senators, U.S. Senator Jon Tester announced that he had secured a deal on historic infrastructure legislation that would create good-paying jobs and boost Montana’s economy by making urgently-needed investments in Montana’s roads, bridges, broadband, water, and more. “I’m pleased to announce that we have reached a bipartisan deal on a historic bill that will upgrade Montana’s aging infrastructure, create-good paying jobs, and help us maintain our competitive e...

  • Daines Continues Push for Delisting of Grizzly Bear in Montana

    Katherine McKeogh, Office of Senator Steve Daines|Aug 4, 2021

    At a U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources hearing, U.S. Senator Steve Daines urged Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to listen to the science of her own agency officials, delist the grizzly bear in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem (GYE) and the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem (NCDE), and return management back to the state of Montana. “While these two recovered populations languish on the Endangered Species list, conflicts with grizzlies are on the rise—Montana has seen two tragic fatalities already this year,” Daines said. “Montana has...

  • Lewis & Clark Caverns to Host 'Bat Week' Events

    Aug 4, 2021

    Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park’s Bat Week begins Sunday, Aug. 8, kicking off a variety of daily events and speakers celebrating bats. Bat Week has been an annual event at the Caverns for 12 years, and park staff are looking forward to to sharing their passion and knowledge with visitors each night from Aug. 8 through 14. Every evening that week at 8 p.m., there will be a campground talk or walk for visitors that will focus on many different aspects of bats. While visitors wait for a tour, park staff will also have interactive bat programs hap...

  • Additional Fire Restrictions in Place for FWP Sites in Several Southwest Montana Counties

    Morgan E. Jacobsen, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks|Aug 4, 2021

    Additional fire restrictions are in place for properties managed by Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks in several southwest Montana counties due to high fire danger. FWP sites in Silver Bow, Beaverhead and Madison counties have entered Stage-2 fire restrictions. FWP sites in Jefferson County will enter Stage-2 fire restrictions at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, July 31. FWP sites in Broadwater County have entered Stage-1 fire restrictions. This follows fire restrictions implemented by these counties. Stage-1 restrictions at FWP sites ban campfires except...

  • Montana Park of the Week: Big Arm State Park

    Aug 4, 2021

    Big Arm is located on Flathead Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in the western United States. Twenty-eight miles long and 15 miles wide, Flathead Lake is renowned for its fishing, boating, kayaking, and scenery. Located on the lake's Big Arm Bay, the park's long pebble beach is popular with sunbathers and swimmers. Camping under a stand of mature ponderosa pine and juniper is a major attraction. This site is 2,953 feet in elevation and covers 217 acres. The campground has 41 campsites,...

  • RECIPE OF THE WEEK: Buttermilk-Battered Okra Fries w/Comeback Sauce

    Aug 4, 2021

    Country cooking elicits visions of straight-from-the-garden vegetables and farm-fresh meats and dairy. For those in the United States, country cooking and Southern cooking may be thought of as interchangeable, as so many homespun meals are made that much more delicious with some southern influence. Buttermilk-infused recipes are part of any country cook's repertoire, as are crispy, fried foods. That's the pairing in this delicious side dish or appetizer for "Buttermilk-Battered Okra Fries With...

  • Horoscope: Week of 8/4/2021

    Aug 4, 2021

    ARIES Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, feelings of nostalgia may come over you this week, prompting you to look at old family movies or thumb through photo albums. Enjoy this trip down Memory Lane. TAURUS Apr 21/May 21 It is good to remain positive and keep an open mind, Taurus. Maintain your optimistic attitude and others will soon gravitate toward you. GEMINI May 22/Jun 21 Take heart that many people around you are experiencing extreme emotions this week, Gemini. Help them work through the situation and your efforts won’t go unnoticed. CANCER Jun 2...

  • THE CHOSEN Has Begun Showings at Star Theatre

    Aug 4, 2021

    Since its debut episode in December 2017, THE CHOSEN has become the most successful crowd-funded TV series in history. According to THE CHOSEN app, which is available on the App Store, the show has over 200,000,000 views worldwide. Several Whitehall residents, "THE CHOSEN Fans," are bringing the series to the Whitehall Star Theatre in August, beginning August 3rd at 7 p.m. Each evening showing will feature two episodes of the series, which are about 45 minutes a piece. Admission is free. "This s...

  • Whitehall TV Channel 49.1: Week of 8/5/2021

    Aug 4, 2021

    THURSDAY, August 5, 2021 5:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 6:00PM THIS OLD HOUSE 6:30PM ASK THIS OLD HOUSE 7:00PM UNFORGOTTEN ON MASTERPIECE PT 4 8:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 9:00PM AMANPOUR & COMPANY 10:00PM THIS OLD HOUSE 10:30PM ASK THIS OLD HOUSE 11:00PM PROF. T “MOTHER LOVE” 12:00AM AMANPOUR & COMPANY FRIDAY, August 6, 2021 5:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 6:00PM WASHINGTON WEEK 6:30PM MARKET TO MARKET 7:00PM CAT IN THE HAT 7:30PM DINING WITH THE CHEF 8:00PM PBS NEWSHOUR 9:00PM AMANPOUR & COMPANY 10:00PM ICON: MUSIC THROUGH THE LENS “ON THE COVER” 11:00PM CLASSIC ALBUMS PINK...

  • This Week's "Change That Up" Tip...Your Time

    Aug 4, 2021

    Your busy daily routine is healthy and productive…or so you think…it might also be killing your creativity. Both science and history tell us that getting your daily routine right is essential for success. No wonder the internet is full of admiring articles about the morning routines of famous people and lists of suggested habits to add to your daily schedule. Spend enough time with this kind of advice and it’s likely your day will end up crammed with worthy and beneficial activities, from gratitude practices to journaling exercises to natur...