Friday, July 15, 2016

New School Content Standards/ Herbalife


Missoulian: Montana adopts new arts, health, P.E. standards for public schools
Content Standards Revision
“Many of Montana's public school content standards haven't been updated in more than a decade. Content standards include a broad set of subject areas that outline what a student should know and be able to do. The content standards are not a set of curricula, but rather a guide for teachers and school leaders. At the direction of the Board of Public Education, the Office of Public Instruction began facilitation of content standards revision for Arts, Health Enhancement, and Science in 2015.”



Missoulian: Herbalife to pay $200M, avoids more serious charges
Herbalife International of America, Inc., Herbalife International, Inc., and Herbalife, Ltd. have agreed to fully restructure their U.S. business operations and pay $200 million to compensate consumers to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that the companies deceived consumers into believing they could earn substantial money selling diet, nutritional supplement, and personal care products.”

Thursday, July 14, 2016

Medical Marijuana/ Oil Spill/ Land Closure

Ballot Issues
Ballot Issue #24 I-182
Subject: Expand access to medical marijuana.

“FX DRILLING COMPANY, of Shelby, appeared on charges of negligent discharge of oil into waters of the United States in a quantity that may be harmful.  If convicted of the charge contained in the indictment, FX DRILLING COMPANY faces 5 years in prison, $500,000 in fines, and 1 year supervised release.  The case was investigated by the Environmental Protection Agency.  PACER Case Reference. 16-20”


Re-Instate Seasonal Closure of White Bear Fishing Access Site - Final      Cover Sheet
“The site promotes unsavory activities during summer months (June-September) such as under-age use of alcohol, illegal drug use, violent behavior, public disturbance, vandalism and litter. This activity has caused numerous disturbances with neighbors and other site users and requires a high law enforcement presence and high demand on maintenance resources.”

Monday, July 11, 2016

Bear Safety


Missoulian: Five tips to help you avoid getting eaten by a bear
Bear Safety
Safe traveling in bear country begins before you hit the trail:
  • When you arrive at the park, find out about recent bear activity at a visitor center or backcountry office.
  • Know what areas are closed for bear management.
  • Before you set out, be sure to learn what to do if you encounter a bear.
  • Learn how to reduce your risk of encountering a bear.
  • Report all bear encounters and wildlife incidents to a park ranger immediately.
  • Please watch our videos and read the information below to help you travel safely in bear country.
Download and share posters from our "A Bear Doesn't Care" campaign