SNAP/ Snowden

Missoulian: 130K Montanans on food assistance to see benefits reduced

State of Montana  SNAP Program Overview

Missoulian: Snowden is one of many problems for US and Russia

Statement by the Press Secretary on the President’s Travel to Russia
“Russia’s disappointing decision to grant Edward Snowden temporary asylum was also a factor that we considered in assessing the current state of our bilateral relationship. Our cooperation on these issues remains a priority for the United States, so on Friday, August 9, Secretaries Hagel and Kerry will meet with their Russian counterparts in a 2+2 format in Washington to discuss how we can best make progress moving forward on the full range of issues in our bilateral relationship.”

Fires/ West Nile Virus/ Immigration

Missoulian: Stage 1 wildfire restrictions remain in place for much of western Montana
What Fire Restrictions Mean To You
Restrictions and Closures of FWP Lands

Missoulian: Bite fighters: From parents to rugged outdoor types, there’s a bug spray for you

Mosquito Control and West Nile Virus
West Nile Virus

“West Nile virus (WNV) is most commonly transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. You can reduce your risk of being infected with WNV by using insect repellent and wearing protective clothing to prevent mosquito bites. There are no medications to treat or vaccines to prevent WNV infection.”

Missoulian: Immigration bill critics focus on health law delay
S.744: Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act

State Department Closes Posts

Missoulian: State Dept: Posts in 19 cities to remain closed
Statement on Update of Embassy and Consulate Closure
“Posts in Abu Dhabi, Amman, Cairo, Riyadh, Dhahran, Jeddah, Doha, Dubai, Kuwait, Manama, Muscat, Sanaa, Tripoli, Antananarivo, Bujumbura, Djibouti, Khartoum, Kigali, and Port Louis are instructed to close for normal operations Monday, August 5 through Saturday, August 10.”