Articles from the April 2, 2020 edition


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  • Governor Bullock Announces Consumer Protections to Lessen Financial Hardships on Montanans During COVID-19 Pandemic

    Office of the Governor|Apr 2, 2020

    MONTANA – Governor Steve Bullock announced March 31 consumer protections to lessen the economic impacts on Montanans during the COVID-19 statewide emergency by stopping evictions, foreclosures and cancellation of utility services including water, heating and internet service. “One of my top priorities is continuing to find ways to ease the financial hardships on Montanans. So long as this virus forces Montanans to stay home to save lives, Montanans need a home to stay in,” Governor Bullock said. “This order ensures that a loss of income won’t l... Full story

  • Governor Bullock to Bolster Food Security for Montana Families During Statewide COVID-19 Emergency

    Office of the Governor|Apr 2, 2020

    MONTANA – Governor Steve Bullock announced Friday that in the coming days and weeks, he will extend federal food assistance to more than 100,000 Montanans, increase food supplies at emergency food pantries and food banks, and streamline nutrition assistance for new mothers and children. All of these changes are made available through flexibility and funding provided in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and will be implemented by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. “Montana families are alr... Full story

  • Local health officials announce first COVID-19 related death in Missoula County

    Missoula City-County Health Department|Apr 2, 2020

    MISSOULA - The Missoula City-County Health Department is deeply saddened to announce that a Missoula resident passed away from complications due to COVID-19 infection. Our team at the health department sends our deepest condolences to their family, friends and loved ones at this terrible time. We know this loss will be felt by our whole community, as Missoula is like a big family. We urge people to continue being vigilant and supportive of each other as we all work together to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and protect each other, especially... Full story

  • State at home order and school closures extended

    Andi Bourne, Pathfinder|Apr 2, 2020

    MONTANA - On Tuesday, April 7, Governor Steve Bullock extended all current orders set to expire April 10 through April 24. The extension covers the stay at home order, school closures, on-premises dining and beverage operations, eviction and foreclosure suspensions and the mandatory 14-day self-quarantine for travelers coming into Montana for non-work-related travel. Bullock encouraged the public to continue to practice social distancing of at least six feet when engaging in essential... Full story