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Articles from the March 18, 2020 edition


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  • COVID-19 leads to school closures, events postponed

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Mar 18, 2020

    On Thursday of last week, Governor Steve Bullock declared a state of emergency to exist within the state of Montana related to the communicable disease COVID-19 novel coronavirus. In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Bullock announced Sunday a two-week closure of public schools in the state from March 16 to March 27. The directives announced by Bullock also included limited visitation at nursing homes and public guidance regarding social distancing. Jefferson County Public Health Nurse...

  • City of Three Forks purchases portable radar sign

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Mar 18, 2020

    Those who have recently driven by the local schools are sure to have noticed a portable radar speed sign that was recently purchased and placed by the City of Three Forks. According to City Clerk Crystal Turner, the Council approved the purchase of the sign in January with money from their gas tax fund. She said the sign keeps traffic data information which can be downloaded to the cloud. The sign is currently located at the intersection of 2nd St. and E. Neal St. Three Forks Schools...

  • 'Max the Count' in Gallatin County

    Mar 18, 2020

    The Bozeman/Gallatin Complete Count Committee are proudly launching a mascot and brand to support the efforts of the Census in our community. "Max" a cheeky dog with floppy ears and an inquisitive smile reminds all of us to "Max the Count" during the 2020 Census. The dog, who is loosely based off Bozeman Police Chief Steve Crawford's pup of the same name, is designed by local artist Seth Neilson and is a part of a larger effort to spread the word about the importance of the Census in Montana....

  • Column: The Uber

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Mar 18, 2020

    A little over five years ago Melissa and I went to go watch a UFC fight card in Las Vegas that featured Conor McGregor as well as many other well-known MMA fighters. It was a glorious time and I still think fondly on it often. Although most of the trip went smoothly with a lot of smiles, there was one hiccup that has also been remembered. We knew it was going to be a very long night of the fight card, so we made sure to stop and get a big meal at Wolfgang Puck's restaurant in Caesar's Palace....

  • Incredible season for Wolves ends at state

    Jack H. Smith, Three Forks Voice|Mar 18, 2020

    Just seconds after the Three Forks High School boys basketball teams 58-39 semifinal loss to Fairfield in the semifinals of the Class B State Tournament, the public address announcer at the Butte Civic Center announced the rest of the state tournament had been canceled. The Wolves (20-5) who had battled through two key injuries and still managed to win the 5B District regular season and tournament titles, finish second at the Southern B Divisional Tournament and win a quarterfinal game at state...

  • The Senior Center

    Jean Farnam, Contributing Writer|Mar 18, 2020

    Due to fears about the corona virus, we've been notified that we must temporarily close the Senior Center to group use such as serving meals or playing games. This closure is expected to take effect this week and last for up to four weeks. Meals on Wheels will still be prepared and delivered Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, and if you wish you may call to have a meal prepared for you to pick up. We will keep you advised in this column. If you know of anyone who needs Meals on Wheels, call us...