Some schools still struggle after pandemic report
A PAGE C1 SPORTS item notes ongoing challenges for several schools post pandemic. The report highlights funding gaps student mental health needs and learning loss, with districts outlining plans to rebuild programs staff levels and tutoring initiatives across multiple regions.
Butte Elephant Escape Sparks USDA Citation
Viola the elephant from Carson & Barnes Circus drew global attention when she escaped at the Butte Civic Center aquarium area. PETA officials urged action after USDA cited the owner for failing to secure and protect the animal, marking another repeat incident for the circus since 1937.
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New York Times
Jordan World Circus
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PETA
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U.S. Department of Agriculture
Butte
USDA
Carson & Barnes Circus
Debbie Metzler
Montana
Carson & Barnes
Metzler
Modest GOP edge in Montana primary reshapes 2025 session
In a redistricting era first, Governor Gianforte backs moderates with heavy spending as Republican primaries tilt toward centrist candidates. Winners include Courtenay Springer George Nikolakakos Llew Jones Ed Buttrey Brad Barker Julie Dooling and David Betley along with Denley Loge and Josh Kassmier for Senate. Medicaid expansion renewal looms large as a top 2025 issue.
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Nay Springer
George Nikolakakos
Llew Jones
Ed Buttrey
Brad Barker
Julie Dooling
David Betley
Denley Loge
Josh Kassmier
Senate
Buttrey
Betley
Becky Beard
R-Elliston
Beard
Butte-Silver Bow parks director prioritizes funding
Shawn Fredrickson, newly confirmed parks and recreation director, tells commissioners that the department is the lowest funded in Montana and within the city county. He asks to move natural infrastructure up the priority list as budget discussions begin. JP Gallagher notes budget process is underway with no big increases likely.
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Mtstandard.com
Shawn Fredrickson
Butte- Silver Bow
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Rec Department
Montana
Butte-Silver Bow
Fredrickson
J.P. Gallagher
Bob Lazzari
Gallagher
Montana Standard
Shawn
Parks and Rec
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