While COVID-19 poses a significant threat to our physical health, it also threatens our mental and emotional health. We’re concerned about infection and the health of loved ones. We’re struggling with loss of social connection, daily routines, long-anticipated milestones (e.g., weddings, graduations), and our sense of normalcy. We’re scared about bills, our … [Read more...] about Health Beat: Mental health and self care during the coronavirus crisis
Montana cases climb to 208; National Guard to check temperature of arriving visitors
By Martin KidstonApril 1, 2020
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Montana climbed to 200 on Wednesday morning, a new milestone that's expected to continue rising. Missoula County recorded its 14th case, as did Flathead and Lewis and Clark counties. Gallatin County climbed to 76 cases, according to the latest report. Across the state, the number of casualties also is climbing. Gov. Steve Bullock … [Read more...] about Montana cases climb to 208; National Guard to check temperature of arriving visitors
Legislators question how federal stimulus money can be spent
By Laura LundquistApril 1, 2020
The ink is barely dry on the federal stimulus bill crafted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Montana’s legislators want to be ready for the money when it arrives. On Tuesday, the Leadership of the Montana Legislature held a conference call to discuss the money that Montana will receive from the federal CARES Act, passed on Friday, and how it could be used. The … [Read more...] about Legislators question how federal stimulus money can be spent
6.5 magnitude quake rattles Idaho, western Montana; shakes nerves amid pandemic
By Martin KidstonMarch 31, 2020
An earthquake shook Missoula and much of western Montana on Tuesday night. The U.S. Geological Survey recorded the quake at 5:52 p.m. and placed its epicenter in Challis, Idaho. It listed the event as a 6.5 magnitude quake and placed it 10 kilometers deep. The movement was felt across western Montana, including Missoula, where windows and doors shook. Residents in the … [Read more...] about 6.5 magnitude quake rattles Idaho, western Montana; shakes nerves amid pandemic
Bullock confirms fifth death; issues directive preventing evictions, foreclosures
By Martin KidstonMarch 31, 2020
Calling it a ripple effect of heartbreak, Gov. Steve Bullock on Tuesday announced Montana's fifth COVID-19 death, and issued a series of directives intended to provide relief to renters and hospitals as their bills come due. As of Tuesday morning, 184 positive cases had been reported in Montana, including 14 hospitalizations. “These losses of life impact us all, no matter … [Read more...] about Bullock confirms fifth death; issues directive preventing evictions, foreclosures