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Do you know how to ask for a security freeze? A security freeze is one of the most effective ways to prevent identity theft. A security freeze allows you to proactively “lock up” your credit information so no one can access it without your permission. This prevents a thief from using your information to establish new credit, like taking out a new mortgage, applying for a credit card, or getting financing. A security freeze will not lower your credit score or prevent you from getting a copy of your own credit report. To lea...
Press release Thanks to a generous gift of 35 cows from Sweet Grass County rancher Dan Vollum, 15,000 pounds of hamburger was to be delivered to the Montana Food Bank Network this morning at 10:30. The Producer Partnership, a new statewide organization, facilitated the donation. Its mission: Farmers and ranchers working to end hunger in Montana. Established by sixth-generation Park County rancher Matt Pierson in April, The Producer Partnership has already donated 17,500 pounds of hamburger to several local food banks and...
Press release ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — In honor of Native American Heritage Month, American Indian Graduate Center has established the Empowering Scholars Initiative, which will increase the organization’s reach as it transforms the educational journeys of Native scholars. The $1 million scholarship launch is set to happen Sunday, thanks to the generosity of MacKenzie Scott. By implementing the Empowering Scholars Initiative, American Indian Graduate Center has the ability to fund first- and second-generation decedents, par...
From America Alzheimer’s Association More than 6 million families across the United States have a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Communicating clearly with those individuals, particularly with the added confusion and stresses brought on by the coronavirus pandemic, can be challenging. To help families cope with the challenges of communicating with their loved ones with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a free webinar — one of a series of webinars offered through November — that...
Staff and wire report Hill County Clerk and Recorder's Office announced that the county Satellite Voting Office on Rocky Boy's Indian Reservation will be open today and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The office is at New Stone Child College in the foyer of the Kenawash Building, 8294 Upper Box Elder Road. At the Satellite Voting office, people can register to vote, drop off their ballot, update their voter registration, receive a ballot and vote in-person....
From Montana Department of Corrections HELENA — The Montana Department of Commerce announced today a new partnership with the Montana Legal Services Association to form the Montana Eviction Intervention Project, a new program that will provide civil legal assistance for Montanans facing evictions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. “This partnership is to make sure Montana renters have access to free legal resources that can provide information, guidance and support so people can stay in their homes and not have to wor...
Press release The Montana State Parks and Recreation Board will meet using Zoom, on Thursday, Oct. 29, at 9 a.m. Details on how to access the meeting will be posted at http://stateparks.mt.gov the day of the meeting. The Board will hear public comment and take action on the Somers Beach acquisition and state parks capital program projects. Additionally, the board will hear updates on the Missouri Headwaters State Park planning process and from the Montana State Parks Foundation. The meeting is open to the public and public co...
MSU News Service BOZEMAN — According to Montana State University Extension educators, parents of children – whether they’re minors, young adults or children with special needs – should think about estate planning with their children’s futures in mind during the coronavirus pandemic. Extension recently released a MontGuide that gives parents estate planning tools to provide for their children in the event of a parent’s death. “If something happens and one or both parents die, who will care for the children? Will there be enou...
Editor's note: The Havre Daily News did not receive this by printing deadline Friday. Menu by Earlene DeWinter Subject to Change Monday - Taco burgers, Mexican rice, beans, dessert Tuesday - Salad, roast pork, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, rolls, chocolate cake Wednesday - Baked fish, potato supreme, peas, peach cobbler Thursday - Braised beef, mashed potatoes, salad, cookies Friday - Soup, chef's choice, dessert Medicare open enrollment has begun. If you need help...
Havre High School and The College Board would like to recognize Simon Hart and Grant Whitacre, both seniors, for their remarkable academic achievements and outstanding performance on the PSAT/NMSQT. "We are extremely proud of all they have accomplished thus far and celebrate their success," a release from Havre High said. "We know that they have bright futures ahead of them." As National Rural and Small Town Recognition Program Winners, the College Board will help make it...
From Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks staff recently conducted standardized netting surveys on Fresno Reservoir. These annual surveys take place in September and have been conducted in the reservoir since 1987. These surveys provide important information pertaining to the Fresno fish community and track short- and long-term species trends. The information collected during these surveys aids FWP management of the Fresno fishery. Walleye were...
During the COVID-19 pandemic and the isolation and stress caused by it, many people are looking for resources for themselves and others who need support. Following are a list of some numbers people can call for help and support. • Montana Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 • Tumbleweed Runaway and Family Crisis Program: 406-259-2558 and, toll free, 1-888-816-4702 • Friendship Line by Institute on Aging is both a crisis intervention hotline and a warm-li...
Press release The Hi-Line District of the Montana Council of the Boy Scouts of American recently held its Annual District Recognition event at Pepin Park in Havre. The following are the awards that were presented for the 2019-2020 year. Hi-Line District Leader an Scout Awards 2020 Lianna Heimbigner — Cubmaster of the Year 2020 Conrad Heimbigner — Scoutmaster of the Year 2020 Carly Holmes — Den Leader of the Year 2020 Jeremy Siemens — Webelos/AOL Leader of the Year 2020 Darlene Cline — Cub Scout Volunteer of the Year 2020...
Press release The Bullhook Bottoms Black Powder Club held its annual Christmas Turkey Shoot Oct. 11, at the Hill County Sports Shooting Range on River Road northwest of Havre. Eighteen shooters participated in the afternoon event with six matches, all five shots each, at various distances and positions. Shooting conditions were in the mid-60s with wind and gusty winds all afternoon. The normal fall winds withstanding, it was a pleasant afternoon. The winners of the matches were: 25-yard Pistol: 1st Dick Hanson, Havre, 44;...
Sunnyside Intermediate School has listed its September students of the month. The fourth grade students of the month are Brooklyn Butler, Brynna Hopper, Grady Morse, Lexi Sparks and Liza Hart. The fifth grade students of the month are Corrine Acor, Ilah Durbin, Jason Navero, Reese Kacher and Kerrington Kraske....
During the COVID-19 pandemic and the isolation and stress caused by it, many people are looking for resources for themselves and others who need support. Following are a list of some numbers people can call for help and support. • Montana Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673 • Tumbleweed Runaway and Family Crisis Program: 406-259-2558 and, toll free, 1-888-816-4702 • Friendship Line by Institute on Aging is both a crisis intervention hotline and a warm-li...
By Alex Sakariassen, Kaiser Health News Throughout the 2020 election cycle, candidates' positions on health care have been particularly important for voters with underlying and often expensive medical needs - in short, those with pre-existing conditions. It's no surprise, then, that protections for people who have chronic health problems like diabetes and cancer have become a focal point for candidates nationwide - among them, Matt Rosendale, the Republican contender for...
By Justin Franz Kaiser Health Network Laura Stutzman had no doubts that this year’s Twin Falls County Fair should go on despite the pandemic still raging across the U.S. — and several outbreaks tied to such community fairs. Though she saw few people wearing masks from her volunteer station in the fair’s hospitality tent in southern Idaho earlier this month, she said she wasn’t concerned. Stutzman, 63, had been attending the fair off and on for 30 years, and she didn’t consider this year that different. People in rural communi...
Press release HELENA — The Montana Department of Labor and Industry alerted Montanans Wednesday to a recent development in nationwide fraud schemes targeting unemployment insurance programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We continue to see reports of criminals applying for unemployment benefits using someone else’s identity and personal information stolen from sources outside of the agency,” Acting Commissioner Brenda Nordlund said. “DLI has controls and processes in place to prevent, identify, and block fraud, to protect t...
Angelica Leicht, mortgage researcher Interest.com For the last several months, unemployed Americans have been receiving an extra $600 a week as part of the CARES Acts. Known as Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation, or FPUC, this extra money, which was paid on top of state unemployment benefits, has been a lifeline for many people who are struggling to make ends meet while the economy is in turmoil due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Recently, the Lost Wages Assistance Program was approved through Dec. 27, but more than 1...
Staff and wire report The The Hill County Clerk and Recorder’s Office has provided a fact sheet, following, with details on the upcoming mail-in ballot election in Hill County. The Nov. 3 General Election will be vote by mail with an in-person option • The “Vote in person” element means that while all Active voters will be receiving a ballot in the mail, voters may deliver the ballot and vote that ballot at the Clerk and Recorder’s office if they want to vote in person.’ • They may come in Beginning October 2nd and pick up t...
From MSU News Service BOZEMAN - MontanaPBS will host and broadcast three debates this fall between major party candidates running for the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives and the Montana governor's office. All debates will be broadcast live at 7 p.m. across the state. The debate schedule follows: • Today, Wednesday, Sept. 23, U.S. House debate: Republican Matt Rosendale, Montana state auditor, and Democrat Kathleen Williams, a former Montana legislator, will d...
Press release DILLON — The Montana Center for Horsemanship, an international equine education and event center to advance horse-human education and natural horsemanship headquartered in Dillon will host a one-day packing and outfitting mini-symposium Saturday, Oct. 3. The fall program features presenters from the U.S. Forest Service and the renowned Nine-mile Pack String, Backcountry Horsemen, and Natural Horsemanship educators, trainers, and students. Presentations and demonstrations with horses and mules will focus on t...
