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University of Montana Western alumna Brigid Reedy, an interdisciplinary artist whose work bridges poetry, music, horsemanship, and visual art, has announced the release of “Seeds,” her first book of original poetry and artwork. The publication marks the beginning of Reedy’s Montana book tour and is the first written work she has formally published. Reedy graduated from the University of Montana Western in spring 2025 with two bachelor’s degrees, one in English Literature and the other in Natural Horsemanship with an option in instruction. A lifelong performer who began connecting with audiences through music at the age of two, Reedy credits her upbringing, homeschool background, and focus on liberal arts education with shaping an artistic practice that resists boundaries and celebrates interconnected ways of knowing. “Montana Western was first a place where all of my worlds—music, poetry, horsemanship, philosophy, and art—were able to coexist and encouraged to inform one another,” Reedy said. “There were no hard lines between the arena and the classroom. Everything felt connected and deeply rooted in lived experience.” “Seeds” is a broad and eclectic collection of 56 original poems, blending works developed through the oral tradition with newly written pieces that cross multiple forms, styles, and genres. Themes of cycles, regeneration, and cultural continuity flow throughout the collection. The title reflects both a moment of beginning and an homage to tradition, developed in collaboration with Reedy’s father, a singer, songwriter, and poet who helped raise her within the cowboy arts tradition. In addition to her poetry, Reedy also designed the book’s title graphic and created the original pen-and-ink drawings throughout the volume. Inspired by 19th-century seed catalogs and engraved plate illustrations, the floral images draw heavily from traditional leather tooling styles. For the past several years, Reedy has been working closely with master saddle maker George Holt, whom she considers one of the best in the field. She hand-drew each illustration to scale using fine-detail Japanese mangaka pens that echo the detailed work found in traditional leather tooling. Having lived throughout Southwest Montana and the ranching West, Reedy considers herself “of a place” as an artist, an anchoring perspective that grounds her wide-ranging work. Horses serve as a unifying thread across her creative life, connecting movement, culture, craft, and the broader traditions of the American West. A longtime participant in the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, Nevada, Reedy has attended the event for more than 20 years and has been a featured performer for many of them, crossing generational lines with some of the most influential voices in cowboy poetry and music. She has also served as a teller-in-residence at the International Storytelling Center and performed at the National Storytelling Festival in Jonesborough, Tennessee. Her performance career includes appearances at Carnegie Hall and the Grand Ole Opry, and she was featured on the album “Roll On Cowboys,” produced by Andy Hedges. Much of the work in “Seeds” was shaped during Reedy’s time at Montana Western, where faculty supported the integration of personal creative work into academic coursework. Several poems began as projects within the English Literature and Natural Horsemanship programs, with faculty mentorship helping refine them into finished pieces. “The English Department was incredibly supportive of my creative and professional work,” Reedy said. “Nothing was done just for a grade. Every project was something that mattered deeply to me and gave me real, applicable skills as an artist.” Reedy credits multiple faculty members for shaping her academic and artistic journey, including Dr. Bethany Blankenship, whose dual enrollment WRIT 101 course initially drew her to Montana Western; Dr. Laura Wright, who helped her explore poetry across literary traditions; and Dr. Brian Elliott, whose courses fostered intellectual risk-taking and respect for diverse perspectives. Instructor of Equine Studies, Olie Else, invited Reedy into the Natural Horsemanship program in recognition of her cultural background and artistic perspective, where she was later nominated by faculty as the program’s Top Student in 2023. Reedy frequently performs as a duo with her brother Johnny Reedy, a current Montana Western student studying English Literature and an interdisciplinary degree with a unique focus he has titled “Culture and Sustainability of the American West,” that incorporates subjects including environmental sustainability, scientific writing, and music. The siblings will also be featured together in an upcoming full episode of “11th & Grant” airing in March on Montana PBS with host Eric Funk. The official launch event for “Seeds” will take place Saturday, February 28, from 5–7 p.m. at Sweetwater Coffee in Dillon. The event will include a reading, artist’s talk, book signing, and a concurrent display of Reedy’s original artwork. Books will be available for purchase provided by The Bookstore. The public is invited, and light refreshments will be served. This event marks the beginning of Reedy’s Montana book tour, with additional locations planned across the state, including a forthcoming stop at the C.M. Russell Museum this spring. In addition to her artistic work, Reedy teaches workshops and lessons in Natural Horsemanship, Western dance, music, and leather tooling. For more information about “Seeds,” upcoming tour dates, or workshops, visit  www.brigidreedy.com  or follow @brigidreedy_official on Instagram.

DILLON, Mont. — February 13, 2026  — The Dillon Volunteer Fire Department held its annual Sweethearts Dinner Friday evening, an event dedicated each year to honoring and appreciating the service and dedication of its volunteer firefighters. The evening brought together firefighters, families, and community members for a night of recognition and celebration. Providing entertainment for the night was Joel Longie, while Josh Waldo served as the guest speaker. Several awards were presented recognizing outstanding service within the department: Rookie of the Year:  Laurel Marie Herbert Firefighter of the Year:  Talon Herbert Officer of the Year:  Chris Murolo A special moment of the evening came as Chief B.J. Klose was recognized for his years of service to the department. Klose is stepping away from his role as Fire Chief as he prepares to take a new position in Idaho. He received a heartfelt tribute in appreciation of his leadership and dedication to the Dillon Volunteer Fire Department. The Sweethearts Dinner remains a longstanding tradition in Dillon, celebrating the volunteers who answer the call to serve and protect the community year-round. P.C. Dillon Volunteer Facebook Page

DILLON, Mont. — February 17, 2026  — Candidate filing for the 2026 Beaverhead County Elections officially opens Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and will close Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The following county positions are up for election: Position Term Length Filing Fee County Commissioner – District #1 6-year term $350.10 County Clerk & Recorder 4-year term $340.10 County Treasurer 4-year term $340.10 Sheriff/Coroner 4-year term $420.12 County Attorney 4-year term $630.50 Justice of the Peace 4-year term $340.10 Public Administrator 4-year term $15.00 Superintendent of Schools 4-year term $340.10 Individuals wishing to file for office must complete a Declaration of Nomination  and submit it along with the appropriate filing fee to the Beaverhead County Election Office no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 4, 2026 . The notice was signed this 17th day of February, 2026, by Stacey Reynolds, Beaverhead County Election Administrator. Residents with questions regarding the filing process are encouraged to contact the Election Office at the Beaverhead County Courthouse.

DILLON, Mont. — February 24, 2026 — Community members are invited to attend an important presentation focused on raising awareness about child abuse and neglect. Natalie Paulbeck and Dillon Chief of Police Joel Stewart will speak at 5:30 p.m. at the Dillon Public Library. The presentation is being held in conjunction with a grant received from the Montana Children's Trust Fund. The grant supports efforts by local authority figures to provide education and resources that bring awareness to the signs, prevention, and impact of child abuse and neglect within the community. The event is open to the public. A light snack will be provided, and an activity will be available for children attending with parents or guardians. Community members are encouraged to attend, learn more about this important issue, and take part in strengthening awareness and prevention efforts in Beaverhead County.

February 14, 2026 — Six young athletes were crowned champions Saturday at the Montana Elks State “Hoop Shoot”® Free Throw Contest, held at Park High School in Livingston. Three girls and three boys, ages 8–13, claimed state titles after earning their way through multiple levels of competition. First, second, and third-place trophies were awarded in each of three age divisions: 8–9, 10–11, and 12–13. The 30 state finalists began their journey in the fall of 2025, competing in local lodge contests hosted by Montana Elks lodges across the state. Winners advanced to district competitions, where they were named District Champions and earned the opportunity to compete at the state level in Livingston. Road to Regionals The six Montana State Champions will now represent the state at the Regional Semi-Finals in Rapid City, South Dakota, on Saturday, March 7, 2026. There, they will compete against champions from North Dakota and South Dakota. Regional winners will advance to the National Finals in Chicago on April 18, 2026. National champions will have their names digitally inscribed at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. A National Tradition The Elks “Hoop Shoot”®, organized by the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, began in 1946 as a local program in Corvallis, Oregon. Now in its 54th year of national competition, the contest has grown into one of the largest and most respected youth free throw competitions in the country, with more than one million boys and girls expected to participate annually. The program is endorsed by hundreds of school systems nationwide and is funded through the Elks National Foundation, along with support from local lodges and state associations. Travel and lodging expenses for contestants and their parents are covered by the Elks.

125 N. Idaho St. City of Dillon, Montana City Council Chambers Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 7:00 P.M. REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA   PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE   A.        PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS ON THE AGENDA   B.        MINUTES 1.         Approve the Minutes of February 4 th , 2026 Regular City Council Meeting 2.         Accept the Transcript of February 4 th , 2026 Public Hearing 3.         Approve the Minutes of February 11 th , 2026 Special City Council Meeting   C.        PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER ACTION ITEMS         1.         Accept Resignation of Mayor John McGinley 2.         Appoint Kegan Rhein as Probationary Patrolman 3.         Craig Cornell – Tulley Springs Subdivision Update 4.         Discussion and Decision as to Whether Councilman Graham Should be Removed from Office Due to a Finding by the Election Administrator That He Does Not Reside Within the City Limits 5.         Discuss/Recommend HB 231 & SB 542; Property Tax Changes       6.         Approve Amended Work Order #7 and Update on SID #38 7.         Approve Retaining Engineering Firm WGM Group Inc to Prove Testing of Rife Street and Further Litigation Support in Wendland v. City of Dillon , Cause No. DV-1-2025-14848-BC 8.         Letter from R B Swenson 9.         Update on Whittney Petersen Fence Complaint    D.        REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND BOARDS OF THE CITY 1.         Mayor’s Report 2.         City Attorney – Ed Guza 3.         Planning Board - Raymond Graham, Tara Stevens                         a.         Accept the Minutes of December 16 th , 2025 Regular Meeting 4.         Zoning Commission – Joleen Schultz, Mike Brumbaugh                         a.         Accept the Minutes of January 27 th , 2026 Regular Meeting 5.         Board of Adjustments – Mary Jo O’Rourke, Don Deem            6.         Director of Operations – Kristina Abbey                         a.         Approve the 2026 Transportation Coordination Plan 7.         Police Department –Police Chief Joel Stewart 8.         Fire Department -- Fire Chief BJ Klose 9.         City Court – Judge Bill Knox                         a.         Accept the Court Report for January 2026 10.       Library Board –Russ Schwandt, Council Member; Kim Denny, Library Director 11.       Tree Board -  Jeremy Crawford, Council Member 12.       Treasurer – Karen Kipp                         a.         Update on Audit and Annual Financial Report             E.        REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES OF THE CITY COUNCIL 1.         Ordinances & Facilities – Joleen Schultz, Chair; Mary Jo O’Rourke, Don Deem 2.         Finance Committee – Russ Schwandt, Chair; Mary Jo O’Rourke, Jeremy Crawford                         a.         Approve the Minutes of the February 12, 2026 Special Finance Meeting 3.         Public Services – Mike Brumbaugh, Chair; Don Deem, Tara Stevens 4.         Open Spaces – Raymond Graham, Chair; Joleen Schultz, Jeremy Crawford 5.         Public Works – Russ Schwandt, Chair; Raymond Graham, Mike Brumbaugh     F.        PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS OF SIGNIFICANT PUBLIC INTEREST NOT ON THE  AGENDA AND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY   G.        ADJOURNMENT   PLEASE NOTE: The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. This meeting is open to the public as normal. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528, allowing permission for microphone and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Passcode 4245. Please mute your microphone until you desire to comment. Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245.

125 N. Idaho St. City of Dillon, Montana 59725 OPEN SPACES COMMITTEE MEETING Wednesday, February 18, 2026 8:00 A.M. AGENDA 1. Call To Order 2. Discuss Ray Lynch Field Insurance Claim 3. Discuss/Recommend Horseshoe Pits at Dept Park 4. Discuss/Recommend Purchase of Playground Barrier 5. Public Comment on Items of Significant Public Interest Not on the Agenda and Within the Jurisdiction of the City 6. Adjournment Committee Members: Raymond Graham, Chairperson Joleen Schultz Jeremy Crawford

BEAVERHEAD COUNTY DUI TASK FORCE AGENDA Wednesday, February 18, 2026 @ 11:00AM Beaverhead County Courthouse Agenda Topics Welcome/Introductions/scribe – Pledge of Allegiance Secretary Report Approval of May 21, 2025 meeting minutes July, 2025 –no quorum, minutes were written August, 2025 – no quorum, no minutes written October, 2025 – no quorum, no minutes written Treasurer Report Re-Organization of the Board 2025 Sober Rides Reconciliation 2026 Beaverhead County DUI Task Report, 2027 plan, and budget - Responsible Sales and Service Trainings Update - County and City Compliance Checks? 2026 Scholarship 2026 Senior Party Support Other Adjourn Mark your calendars - next meeting Wednesday, April 8, 2026

BEAVERHEAD FIRE DIST. #2 405 N. IDAHO STREET DILLON, MT MEETING NOTICE TUESDAY February 17, 2026 5:00 PM AGENDA: I. Call to order II. Approval of Minutes from 01-20-2026 meeting Public Comment III. Approval of Warrants Public Comment IV. Old Business Public Comment V. New Business Public Comment VI. Chiefs Report Public Comment VII. Public comment on subjects under the jurisdiction of Beaverhead Fire District #2 that is not on the agenda. VIII. Adjournment

The University of Montana Western Fine Arts Gallery is honored to present “Forget Me Not,” a film installation by Montana-based artist and educator Cindy Stillwell. A professor of film at Montana State University whose work has screened internationally, including at Sundance and the International Film Festival Rotterdam, Stillwell is known for her richly textured films created using 16mm and Super 8 formats. The exhibition will open on Friday, February 27 and will feature an opening reception from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. in the Fine Arts Gallery located in Main Hall. “Forget Me Not” is a three-channel immersive video installation. This body of work centers on three flowers—sunflowers, zinnias, and black hollyhocks—each grown by the artist from seed over multiple seasons and filmed throughout their life cycles. The films unfold as a process and a cycle: early growth giving way to high summer, and finally to seed—the promise of what comes next. During the pandemic, Stillwell began cultivating a developer’s garden in her backyard. The flowers and herbs she grew were harvested and used to create plant-based eco-developers for her 16mm black-and-white film stock. Initially filming her garden intuitively, Stillwell gradually began to study these backyard plants more deliberately, using extension tubes on her lenses to examine their intricate structures at close range. This process revealed fragile, sublime details far beyond what the unaided eye could perceive. Through extensive experimentation, Stillwell discovered that calendula flowers and leaves produced the most consistent results as a developer. Tending the garden became a daily ritual—one that mirrors the care required to create her films: cultivating plants, harvesting herbs, foraging weeds, mixing developers, and hand-processing film in the darkened space of her bathroom. These slow, process-driven practices resist haste. For Stillwell, the joy lies as much in the act of tending—to plants and to images—as in the finished work itself. These experiments ultimately led to her current cycle of short films presented in “ Forget Me Not” . In addition, the gallery will present “ Mating for Life” , a mid-length (48-minute) essay film by Stillwell, made in 2012, that follows sandhill cranes during their annual migration to the Platte River in Nebraska. While grounded in the natural history of the North American sandhill crane, the film is filtered through Stillwell’s personal reflections and sense of wonder—posing questions about what these birds might teach us about the idea of “mating for life,” and what happens if we do not. Cindy Stillwell is a film artist and educator living and working in Montana. Her work is distinguished by richly textured imagery shot on 16mm and Super 8 film, often hand-developed using plant-based eco-processes or otherwise physically altered to create ethereal, trance-like visual experiences. Through these experimental approaches, she explores human relationships with landscapes and the plants and animals that inhabit them. In Stillwell’s own words: “My approach to making films is like a collector. I gather images and sounds, arrange and rearrange them as I try to come to an understanding of my place within a landscape and within time. This practice teaches me how to look and listen, to slow down and observe intentionally. I am drawn to boundaries and liminal spaces—where one thing becomes another—and to the edges of photographic reality, where documentation gives way to expression and reveals the hand of the maker. Using tools such as 16mm and Super 8 film, and eco-processing with plant-based developers, allows the film itself to be treated as a material object. This handmade quality asks viewers to slow down—to engage less in consumption of the image and more in meditation.” Stillwell is a professor of film at Montana State University, where she mentors graduate students in the Science and Natural History Filmmaking program. Her work has screened internationally at museums and festivals including Sundance, the International Film Festival Rotterdam, Edinburgh International Film Festival, Melbourne International Film Festival, Tampere Film Festival, and the Museum of Modern Art’s Documentary Fortnight. She has been a fellow at MacDowell and Ucross Foundation twice, as well as at the Wurlitzer Foundation and Jentel Foundation. “Forget Me Not” will be on display in Montana Western’s Fine Arts Gallery from February 27 to April 7. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. The February 27 reception is open to all and will feature light refreshments. We look forward to seeing you there! For more information, please contact Montana Western Fine Arts Gallery Coordinator Jennifer Boysen at jennifer.boysen@umwestern.edu .

DILLON, Mont. –  UMW Football has bolstered its coaching staff with the addition of Jahidi West and Avery Wold as assistant coaches, head coach Ryan Nourse announced Wednesday.   West previously served at Valley City State University as the Linebackers Coach in 2024 before taking on the role of Special Teams Coordinator and Safeties Coach in 2025. During his time at VCSU, he coached Gavin Gerhardt to Frontier Conference Second Team All-Conference honors in 2025 and Levi Olson to NSAA Second Team All-Conference honors in 2024. A former linebacker at Valley City State, West set multiple school records and earned multiple NSAA All-Conference honors during his playing career. A native of Stockton, Calif., he earned his Bachelor of Science in Sports Management in 2023 and will receive his Master of Education in Communication in August 2026. Avery Wold began his first season as a member of the Bulldog coaching staff in the Spring of 2026. Wold most recently coached wide receivers at University High School in Spokane, Washington. During his tenure, he coached standout athlete Grant Petersen, who earned Second-Team All-League (GSL) honors as a sophomore. Prior to his time at University High School, Wold served as a student assistant coach at Methodist University in Fayetteville, North Carolina, where he worked with the linebackers and assisted with the special teams unit. As a player, Wold competed at both the collegiate and junior college levels. He played safety and linebacker at Citrus College in Glendora, California, before continuing his playing career as a linebacker at Methodist University. During his time at Methodist, he earned academic honors. Wold graduated from Methodist University with a degree in Business Administration and a minor in Sport Management.

DILLON, Mont. — Twenty-seven students from across Beaverhead County competed in this year’s Beaverhead County Spelling Bee, held at the 4-H Building at the Beaverhead County Fairgrounds. The competition began with the traditional opening rounds featuring simpler words before gradually increasing in difficulty. Several spellers were eliminated in the first round, and by the second round the field had been narrowed to 10 competitors. As the spelling intensified, the competition was reduced to four spellers. The word silhouette marked the first elimination at that stage. Paparazzi, pumpernickel, and isolation were all spelled correctly, leaving three spellers remaining. The next round featured charitable, obliterate, and influential, all of which were spelled correctly. Exaggerate eliminated one competitor, followed by a misspelling of tendencies. The word riddance then tripped up another speller. Refinery was spelled correctly, but haphazard was missed, bringing the field back to three. Varnish was spelled correctly by two spellers, while oregano eliminated the third, leaving two finalists. In the final rounds, baptismal and solstice were both misspelled. Ferret and folklore were spelled correctly, leading to a back-and-forth spell-off. The word forfeit caused another stumble, but pyramid was spelled correctly. The final word, felonious, was spelled correctly, crowning Colt Swasey as the 2026 Beaverhead County Spelling Bee Champion. Rhett Baldwin finished as the runner-up.

The University of Montana Western, in partnership with the International Block and Intensive Learning and Teaching Association (IBILTA), is pleased to invite attendees and presenters from around the world to the IBILTA 2026 International Conference, a fully virtual event bringing together educators, researchers, and practitioners to explore innovative approaches to learning and teaching. The conference will take place September 29–30, 2026. The conference theme, “Sharing Practice, Sharing Stories, and Looking Forward,” emphasizes collaboration, reflection, and innovation during a period of significant transformation in higher education. Through case studies, research presentations, and practitioner-led discussions, participants will examine how block, intensive, and experiential learning models are shaping the future of teaching and student engagement. About the Host Institution The University of Montana Western is a dynamic, innovative undergraduate university located in Dillon, Montana, in the scenic Rocky Mountains. With more than 65 full-time faculty and approximately 1,200 students, Montana Western has earned numerous national rankings for delivering high-quality, affordable education. Montana Western is the only public four-year institution in the United States offering Experience One (X1)—experiential learning delivered entirely through a block schedule. Students take one course at a time for three hours a day over 18 days before moving on to the next course. This structure supports immersive learning experiences such as fieldwork, labs, undergraduate research, study abroad, and interdisciplinary teaching. Faculty at Montana Western are deeply committed to mentoring students and supporting their transition from university life to professional careers. About IBILTA The International Block and Intensive Learning and Teaching Association (IBILTA) is a membership-based organization dedicated to advancing the understanding and practice of block-based, intensive, and immersive approaches to learning and teaching. IBILTA supports a global community of educators through initiatives such as the Journal of Block and Intensive Learning and Teaching (JBILT), international conferences, thought leader series, and regional chapters. More information is available at  https://ibilta.org/ .  Conference Purpose and Themes The IBILTA 2026 Conference aims to: Share case studies and lived experiences from diverse educational contexts Build global community through storytelling and reflective dialogue Innovate teaching and learning practice during times of change Conference sub-themes include: Innovation and Research Fostering innovation in an increasingly competitive educational landscape Preparing learners for diverse career pathways through research training Engaging students as active collaborators in research Advancing the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Applying educational theory during disruption and transformation Professional Development and Professional Practice Continuous learning and skill enhancement Collaboration and professional learning communities Reflective practice and self-evaluation Curriculum, Assessment, and Feedback Curriculum adaptation for emerging trends Stakeholder engagement, including students and industry partners Regulation, metrics, and measurement Enhancing Learning, Teaching, and Student Experience Teaching approaches, learning environments, and technology Engagement, collaboration, and real-world learning Comprehensive, student-centered learning experiences Conference Leadership Conference Co-Chairs Matt Raffety, University of Montana Western —  matt.raffety@umwestern.edu Pushpa Sinnayah, Victoria University (Australia) —  puspha.sinnayah@vu.edu.au Christian Gilde, University of Montana Western —  christian.gilde@umwestern.edu Conference Committee Members Leslie Johnson, University of Montana Western Goodson Dzenga, University of Montana Western Tyler Seacrest, University of Montana Western Thomas Yeager, Victoria University (Australia) Askil Mostafa Alvi, Victoria University Participation and Engagement Details regarding the Call for Proposals, Registration, Program Schedule, and Sponsorship Opportunities are available  on the IBILTA website . The conference will actively engage IBILTA Regional Committees across Australia and Asia, Europe and Africa, and the Americas, encouraging broad international participation. For updates and additional information about the IBILTA 2026 Conference, visit  https://ibilta.org/ .

125 N. Idaho St. City of Dillon, Montana City Council Chambers Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 8:00 A.M. SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA     PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE     A.        DISCUSS AND APPROVE A PLAN FOR APPOINTING A NEW MAYOR                         B.        PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS OF SIGNIFICANT PUBLIC INTEREST NOT ON THE  AGENDA AND WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY   C.        ADJOURNMENT   PLEASE NOTE: The City of Dillon understands that citizens have the right under the Montana Constitution to observe and participate in local governmental affairs by personally attending all public meetings of the Dillon City Council and other City boards and committees. This meeting is open to the public as normal. Join the meeting with Zoom ID: 770-316-6528, allowing permission for microphone and camera (if using a computer go to https://zoom.us/j/7703166528 ) and use Passcode 4245. Please mute your microphone until you desire to comment. Any problems or questions, call City Hall at 683-4245.

DILLON, Mont.  — The Dillon Volunteer Fire Department was called out Saturday afternoon for what was initially reported as a trailer house fire. Upon arrival, crews discovered the incident was actually a field fire, with portions of the field and a nearby woodpile burning. Firefighters were able to quickly extinguish the fire, keeping damage to a minimum.