Temperate weather with a few cold spells during the first quarter of 2022 contributed to a slight decrease in the number of overall visitors to state parks in Montana. The state park system recorded 358,230 visitors in the first quarter, a decrease of 8.6 percent from 2021, but an increase of 9.3 percent over the same period of time in 2020 and an increase of 62 percent over 2019. “We’re grateful for the cooler temperatures and some moisture along with the benefit that has for the habitat and resources at our sites,” said Hope Stockwell, administrator of the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Division at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. “While that may have contributed to a decrease in visitation this quarter, our numbers remain high compared to historic levels. We appreciate our users continuing to recreate responsibly and practicing ‘Leave No Trace’ principles during their visits.” The five most visited state parks in first quarter of 2022 were: Giant Springs State Park, Great Falls – 79,355 visitors Spring Meadow Lake State Park, Helena – 39,000 visitors Flathead Lake State Park (all units), Flathead Lake – 28,612 visitors Cooney Reservoir State Park, Roberts – 25,935 visitors Lake Elmo State Park, Billings – 18,081 visitors Visitation snapshot for the first quarter of 2022: Northwest Montana: Region 1 saw an estimated 71,980 visitors across its eight parks reporting visitation figures during the first quarter of this year, an estimated 13.5 percent decrease in visitation compared with last year. West Montana: Region 2 saw an estimated 42,836 visitors across its nine parks reporting visitation figures during the first quarter of this year, an estimated 25.3 percent decrease in visitation compared with last year. Southwest Montana: Region 3 saw an estimated 21,755 visitors across its six parks reporting visitation figures during the first quarter of this year, an estimated 11.3 percent decrease in visitation compared with last year. North-central Montana: Region 4 saw an estimated 137,367 visitors across its eight parks reporting visitation figures during the first quarter of this year a slight 1.1 percent decrease in visitation compared with last year. South-central Montana: Region 5 saw an estimated 51,942 visitors across its four parks reporting visitation figures during the first quarter of this year, an 11.1 percent decrease in visitation compared with last year. Eastern Montana: Regions 6 and 7 saw an estimated 32,350 visitors across their six parks reporting visitation figures during the first quarter of this year, a 9.8 percent increase in visitation compared with last year. A full list of state parks and their estimated visitation levels can be found in the 2022 report .

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is asking for help from the public in reporting snapping turtle sightings anywhere west of the Continental Divide. In Montana, snapping turtles are a native species east of the Divide, but they are non-native west of the Divide and can cause significant harm to native populations of pond-dwelling species like frogs, turtles, snakes, ducks, and fish. Snapping turtles typically end up in waterways outside their native range through illegal releases of animals kept as pets. It is illegal to dump aquarium pets into waterbodies, but unfortunately unwanted aquarium pets are still repeatedly released into natural waterways. These releases usually occur at ponds or river access sites located near urban areas and can result in long-term negative impacts. FWP is trying to find where snapping turtles may be living to minimize the potential negative impacts. Western Montana’s only native turtle species is the painted turtle, which have a bright orange underside and generally do not grow to more than a foot long. Snapping turtles can get much larger and have noticeably longer tails, often with a spiky ridge extending down their length. Snapping turtles also have large heads and distinctive hooked upper beaks. If you have information on the possible sighting of a snapping turtle in northwest Montana, please contact Jessy Coltrane at (406) 751-4584 or email jcoltrane@mt.gov . For a possible sighting in west-central Montana, contact Torrey Ritter at (406) 542-5551 or torrey.ritter@mt.gov . The “Don’t Let It Loose” campaign provides information to pet owners about rehoming unwanted pets. For the health of your pet, and the safety of our native wildlife, it’s never OK to release animals. Learn more at www.dontletitloose.com .

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks will host a statewide Zoom meeting on Wednesday, May 11, at 6 p.m., to discuss changes to the fishing regulations process. The department is moving to a biennial process for the fishing regulations starting this year. The biggest change the public will see is that fishing regulations booklets will be printed only on odd-numbered years, with the next booklet ready by March 1, 2023, and valid through Feb. 28, 2025. The regulations review process for the 2025-2026 booklet will being in early 2024. Login information is as follows: Join Zoom Meeting https://mt-gov.zoom.us/j/86907762445?pwd=UjF2aisxbUVZTE8zWFhiRGZ5S3dmdz09 Meeting ID: 869 0776 2445 Password: 014819 Dial by Telephone +1 646 558 8656 or +1 406 444 9999 Meeting ID: 869 0776 2445 Password: 014819 Find your local number: https://mt-gov.zoom.us/u/kby3VG5dY5 Join by SIP 86907762445@zoomcrc.com People can submit ideas for regulation changes to fwpfishcomments@mt.gov or through the FWP website at https://fwp.mt.gov/fish/regulations/public-comment . Ideas will be accepted until May 27. Fishing regulations changes will also be discussed at public meetings and Citizen Advisory Council (CAC) meetings that are scheduled around the state. Region 1 May 10 – Thompson Falls, FWP office, 5427 MT 200, 4-7 p.m. May 17 - CAC meeting at the Lone Pine Visitor Center, 5 p.m. May 19 – Libby, City Hall – Ponderosa Room, 952 E. Spruce, 4-7 p.m. Region 2 – May 25, place and time to be determined Region 3 – To be announced Region 4 May 12 – Great Falls, CAC meeting at FWP office, 4600 Giant Springs Road, 6-8 p.m. May 17 – Lewistown, Lewistown Public Library, 7- 8:30 p.m. May 24 – Great Falls, FWP office, 4600 Giant Springs Road, 7-8:30 p.m. Region 5 – May 25, Billings FWP Office, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Region 6 – May 31, CAC meeting, details to be announced Region 7 – To be announced More dates and details will be announced as they become available.

Dillon Montana Community Foundation Wednesday, May 11, 2022 5:00 PM Big Sky Cinema 560 N Montana Street Dillon, MT AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. April 13, 2022 Meeting Minutes 3. Financial Report 4. Pint Night April 22, 2022 5. June Jubilee – June 11, 2022 9:00 a.m. Community Garage Sale 12:00 p.m. Touch a Truck 12:00 p.m. Carnival Games, Pie Eating Contest 1:00 p.m. 26th Annual Auto Festival and Cruise 2:00 p.m. Duck Race 6. History Days July 22-24, 2022 Friday, July 22 10:00 a.m. PIMA Medical Institute Open House 2:00 p.m. Teddy Bear Picnic at Jaycee Park 2:00 p.m. Beaverhead County Museum Geology and Mining 5:00 p.m. Horse Power Round Up Car Show 5:00 p.m. Beat the Heat Car Smash 6:00 p.m. Philip Page, Cowboy Songs at Jaycee Park 8:00 p.m. Square Dancing at the Elk’s Saturday, July 23 10:00 a.m. City Wide Sidewalk Sales 10:00 a.m. Vendors Downtown 11:00 a.m. The Bookstore – Steve Morehouse Lewis & Clark Living History 11:00 a.m. Beaverhead County Museum Geology and Mining 12:00 p.m. Blowin’ Smoke Barbecue Cook Off Sampling 12:00 p.m. Brewfest 12:00 p.m. Beat the Heat Car Smash 1:00 p.m. Old Fashioned Games at Jaycee Park 4:00 p.m. “Confounding of Dillon” 9:00 p.m. Street Dance Sunday, July 24 10:00 a.m. Community Church Service 11:00 a.m. Blowin’ Smoke Barbecue Cook Off Judging 12:00 p.m. Community Picnic and Old-Fashioned Games 1:00 p.m. Award Ceremony and Recognition of Founders 7. Kiss the Pig Contest 8. Labor Day Weekend Bazaar September 2-6, 2022 9. Raffle 10. Other topics of discussion a. Marketing/Publicity, Facebook page, Logo b. Insurance c. Permits d. Sponsorships e. Street Repair updates Committee Members: Stan Smith – Chair Cory Birkenbuel – Vice Chair Stacey Roundy – Treasurer/Secretary Debbie Sporich Raymond Graham Brenda Womack Rebecca Jones Bill Shafer Candi Whitworth

The City of Dillon would like let everyone know that Swenson Way between the Interstate and the YMCA will be closed to traffic Tuesday May 10th for work on the boulevard and the median. We will work as fast as we can to get it open. The businesses along Swenson Way will remain open during this time. If you have any questions please contact Todd Hazelbaker, Director of Operations, at 683-4245.

After proclaiming today Nurses Day in Montana, Governor Greg Gianforte announced Montana is the eighth best state in the nation for nurses, according to a recent study conducted by WalletHub. “Montana nurses care for our neighbors and save lives every day in service to our communities,” Gov. Gianforte said. “We’re thankful for all they do, and we’re thrilled Montana has been recognized as one of the top states for nurses to live, work, and raise a family.” Weighing 21 key metrics, including opportunity, competition, and the work environment in each state, WalletHub ranked Montana the eighth best state in the nation for nurses. “Our nurses have worked longer shifts, taken on additional responsibilities, and made tremendous sacrifices over the last two years,” the governor continued. “To help reduce the burden they face, we invite qualified nurses and other health care professionals to move to Montana and serve in our communities.” Gov. Gianforte announced the creation of the CARE (Claim Allowance for Relocation Expenses) in Montana program in November 2021 at Billings Clinic. CARE in Montana is an innovative health care workforce recruitment program to address Montana’s longstanding health care workforce shortage and stabilize Montana’s health care system. Through CARE in Montana, participating employers can offer new employees reimbursement of up to $12,500 for moving expenses, plus an additional 35% to offset taxes associated with the reimbursement amount. An employee is eligible for reimbursement if they accept an offer of employment for a qualifying health care job, move to Montana, and pledge to work in the qualifying job for at least 12 consecutive months. Candidates and health care employers interested in participating in the CARE in Montana program should visit CareInMontana.com . The governor also today issued a proclamation establishing May 6, 2022 as Nurses Day and May 6-12, 2022 as Nurses Week in Montana. The governor’s proclamation can be viewed here and below. WHEREAS, modern nursing began with Florence Nightingale near the end of the 19th century; and WHEREAS, nurses work long hours to bring quality care to patients across Montana, meeting new and different needs or challenges at each shift, and play a critical role in our health care system; and WHEREAS, since the beginning of the pandemic, nurses have been on the frontlines, working around-the-clock to provide compassionate, selfless care to patients; and WHEREAS, National Nurses Week was first proclaimed by President Nixon in 1974, and National Nurses Day was proclaimed in 1982 by President Reagan to kick off National Nurses Week; NOW, THEREFORE, I , Greg Gianforte, Governor of the State of Montana do hereby proclaim May 6, 2022 and May 6-12, 2022

Beaverhead Search and Rescue News Submitted by: Mel Rice-Public Relations Officer On the evening of May 4th the Beaverhead Search and Rescue held it monthly meeting. It was called to order at 7:05 by commander Lawrence Morriroe. Minutes of the last meeting were read and approved with no additions or deletions. Brian Vinson, co-treasurer, gave his report on the financial situation of the unit. Guest and new probationary members were introduced. New probationary members include James Matthews, Daniel Wyatt, and Rhiannon Kalsta. Probationary members serve for one year as members without voting rights. At the end of the year they are reviewed based on their participation and either become full members or be gone. At the present time we have 58 active members of our allotted 60 members. Nate Freeman, who is stepping down as training officer, gave his report on up and coming training opportunities. There will be swift water training on the Big Hole River on May 14th, 15th, and 16th. At our next month’s meeting members will receive training in self-defense. The unit tries to have a summer camp out each year where we have training opportunities in several areas. This was discussed with the expectations of getting back to it after the covid shutdown. Each unit member is on one of 5 standing committees within the organization. During the meeting these members gathered in their respective committees for a short breakout session. The chair of each committee then reported back to the unit with recommendations. Committees include: training, building and grounds, equipment, membership, and fundraising. There were a few recommendations that prompted lengthy discussion. It turned out to be a rather long evening with adjournment at 9:00. It is looking like spring might be just around the corner along with the opening of fishing season. These spring squalls can mean radical temperature changes and other weather conditions. Please make sure you are prepared for unexpected changes when going out. When out in boats remember the water is still frigid and it doesn’t take long for hypothermia to raise its ugly head. Have a great time out there and enjoy the bounties of Beaverhead County. Once again we went through another month without any incidents. But remember, Beaverhead Search and Rescue is “In the Business of Saving Lives” . Don’t let it be yours, but if and when it is, know we will be there …..

You can watch the University of Montana Western graduation live links are below.

Fox Run Special District Meeting May 11, 2022 County Treasurer’s Building Tom Welch Room 11:00 am 1. Call Meeting to Order 2. Secretary’s Report a. Approve minutes from 3/13/2022 3. Old Business a. Election Results b. HOA Meeting/ SID Request - Board Discussion 4. New Business a. Bond Increase/ Tax Obligation - Board Discussion 5. Other Items for Discussion 6. Public Comment 7. Set next meeting/ June 8, 2022 8. Adjournment

The Weekend Rundown is back. We have made a few changes on what we will include in it. If enough things are happening over the weekend we will be sure to publish one every Friday. If you want more information on the event just click on it and it will redirect you to the event. Don't forget mom this weekend and congratulations to the graduates of UMW. Friday, May 6th Tai Chi Tai Chi (tie chee) meets on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. It is a gentle form of ancient Chinese exercise that was originally developed for self-defense (with rapid moves), but has evolved into what some call "meditation in motion." If you want to reduce stress and anxiety, while increasing flexibility and balance, come join this class. No charge. Metal Mayhem At The Covellite Theatre Metal Mayhem at The Covellite Theatre featuring My Fist Your Face, Blessiddoom and Ugly Pony. Kick off your summer with some blistering metal. All ages, bar with ID. $3 DRIVE-ON-IN MOVIE NIGHT! Drive-On-In and enjoy a movie under the stars (and in your cars). Presenting Sing 2 on the big screen behind Town & Country Foods! Sponsored by Be the Change 406 Youth Coalition FREE! and FREE movie theater popcorn while it lasts!! Silver Bow Drive In Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Playing May 6th, 7th, and 8th: Side one: No show. (Screen tower is under maintenance.) Side two: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Rated PG-13 Runtime 2hr 6min Gates open at 7:45 pm and the show starts at dusk (about 8:45 pm). Tickets are $6 ages four and up. Ages three and under are free. Cash only! Opening Night Art Show - Cory Birkenbuel & Jesse Scofield Opening Night Art Show Opening Night Art Show will feature artists Cory Birkenbuel and Jesse Scofield on May 6, 2022 from 5-7PM at Birkenbuel Brands- 34 N. Idaho St. Suite 1, Dillon, Montana. Legacy Plaza Ceremony Please join us for an additional ceremony honoring the 2022 Graduating Class that will be held on Friday, May 6, at 3:30 p.m. on the campus’s Legacy Plaza. This celebration is part of a special tradition at Montana Western held at the end of each academic year on the eve of the Commencement Ceremony that celebrates and honors the graduates for the completion of their degrees and the legacy that they will leave at UMW. Luncheon Honoring J.P. Gallagher and the UMW Classes of 1972 and 1997 The Montana Western Alumni Office will host a luncheon in the Lewis and Clark Room in Mathews Hall on Friday, May 6, at 11:30 a.m. to honor Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient, J.P. Gallagher, and the Montana Western classes of 1972 and 1997. Tickets are $15 and available by calling 406-683-7306. Gallagher will be recognized for the award during the Commencement Ceremony on May 7. Mary Frances O'Connor book signing and discussion Mary Frances O'Connor will be discussing her new book The Grieving Brain: The Surprising Science of How We Learn from Love and Loss. The book talk will begin at 5:30 Saturday, May 7th 125th Annual Commencement Ceremony The University of Montana Western will celebrate its 125th Annual Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at 10 a.m. in the Straugh Gymnasium on the UMW campus. For more information, please visit: https://www.umwestern.edu/.../annual-commencement-ceremony/ VanDerveer Community Dribble Please join Stanford Hall of Fame Coach, Tara VanDerveer, for this community event on Saturday, May 7th at 4:30 PM in Legacy Plaza on the University of Montana Western campus. The VanDerveer Community Dribble is a community event hosted by UMW. Tara VanDerveer, the Stanford Women’s Basketball coach will lead the Dribble. Please bring a non–perishable food item when you arrive. All proceeds will benefit the Beaverhead Food Pantry. All ages are invited to participate. Please register at the link above or https://tinyurl.com/umwDribble The first 300 registered participants will receive a free basketball at check-in. We will dribble our way to BW Lodge at 5 PM. Everybody is invited to join the hotshot contest with prizes being awarded to the top competitors in each age/gender division. You must register at the link above in order to join the hotshot contest. The Derby Fireman’s Ball The Kentucky Derby will be shown on site with betting, silent auction items, hat decoration contest, best dressed couple, great food and end the night with great music! This event is hosted by the Ruby Valley Chamber with proceeds going to the Fire departments in the Valley. MTA Banquet Join us for a fun evening of raffles, games, prizes, dinner, no host bar. The Hunt for Bass Monsters Some of Montana's top bass music artists from a variety of genres will be presenting music on a next level sound system and lighting rig at Butte's historic Covellite Theatre. Live painters will be creating new works during the show. Monsters or Monster hunters costumes are strongly recommended. This event is the official preparty of our Bass Monsters camping festival happening later this summer! At this preparty we will have giveaways, discounts, and other prizes related to the main event. Check that out here: https://fb.me/e/5k5fW3S9S only $10 advance, $15 day of show! Support your local musicians! Lineup: DC CHI3F - Helena artist DC CHI3F brings the real dance shit consisting of forward thinking beats and bust-a-move mixes. https://soundcloud.com/the_real_dc_chi3f Not Sure - Butte DJ Not Sure brings a curated collection of contemplative and experimental bass music complete with live scratching and beats that can only be described as music for big sound systems. https://soundcloud.com/greasenugget Riskiz - Bozeman's Riskiz brings his original thick and heavy tunes to Butte for the first time. His tunes are defined by their monstrous bass lines https://soundcloud.com/riskiz Yuputka (formerly Wargasm)- Butte's Yuputka has emerged again to throw down the heaviest tunes to really get the crowd going. Live Painters - Coty Carlson and Cameshia Mitchel will be creating new original art work partly inspired by the tunes. Production for this event is the new standard set by Not Sure and Unreal Productions - We are bringing the one of a kind high resolution sound system with custom state of the art 21" horn loaded subs. Not Sure is also providing full visual VJ sets for each artist. We are also bringing next level lasers and lights to really make this an immersive experience. Sunday, May 8th Sunday Serenades Event by Willy James Dillon Tap House reached out to me. They said to support my cause with my recent Becker's Muscular Dystrophy diagnosis they are going to donate $1 from every beer sold on Sunday and Monday in the month of May. In response I have decided to play every Sunday in May Mom's Day Soiree Yummy Family Brunch (Mom eats free) + ALL about MOM Spa Raffle + Live MUSIC + Kids Crafts & More (Last plate served @ 1pm) Moms: Free Adults: $15 Kids: $10 (under age 10) Fluffy buttery biscuits and country style gravy served with eggs, bacon and fresh fruit or waffles served with our house syrup and powdered sugar. Bloody Mary and Bottomless Mimosa Bar w/wristband purchase. Kindly RSVP by May 6th 406-404-4608 www.MomsDaySoiree.com

New Headquarters to Create More than 50 Jobs Governor Greg Gianforte today welcomed Hyundai Motor Group to Montana after the company announced it will locate its New Horizons Studio (NHS) headquarters in Bozeman. Hyundai’s NHS is a unit focused on the development of Ultimate Mobility Vehicles (UMVs). Representing an estimated $20 million investment by Hyundai, the facility will create more than 50 jobs in Gallatin County. “An innovative, global company, Hyundai Motor Group’s decision to bring its NHS headquarters to Bozeman is a testament to our business-friendly environment, booming hi-tech sector, unmatched quality of life, and Montanans’ strong work ethic,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Montana is open for business to the world, and we’re thrilled by the good-paying jobs and opportunities Hyundai’s investment will bring to our state.” At a press conference today at Montana State University (MSU), Hyundai announced its plans to open a new research, development, and lab center which will serve as NHS headquarters within MSU’s Innovation Campus. From left to right: Stephanie Gray, Dean of Gallatin College; Abraham Kim, Executive Director of the Council of Korean Americans; Todd O’Hair, President and CEO of the Montana Chamber of Commerce; John Robb, CEO of Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc.; Gov. Greg Gianforte; John Suh, Founding Director of New Horizons Studio, Hyundai Motor Group; Scott Osterman, Director of the Department of Commerce; Jason Carter, VP of Economic Development Montana State University; Mark Sharpe, Director of Innovation Campus, MSU; Dick Harte, Board Chair of Innovation Campus, MSU Gov. Gianforte joined John Robb, CEO of Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc., and Dr. John Suh, head of New Horizons Studio and vice president of Hyundai Motor Group, to cut the ribbon at the new facility which is scheduled to break ground on next month. “Montana is quickly becoming a hub for high-tech companies and entrepreneurs with a growing talent pool of skilled labor in the field of engineering, research and natural science,” said Dr. Suh. “Bozeman is a thriving and economic micropolitan city. Nestled near dozens of off-road trails with more than 150 miles of terrain and mountain access for UMV testing – it’s the perfect fit for our new R&D Lab.” “Hyundai’s investment in Montana is an example of what we can accomplish through targeted, focused, and coordinated business recruitment efforts,” President and CEO of the Montana Chamber of Commerce Todd O’Hair said. “With leading support from Governor Gianforte and his administration, business, education and government leaders came together to demonstrate Montana’s potential to the Hyundai Team. The Montana business community welcomes New Horizons Studio to our great state and we are excited for their future.” The estimated 12,000 to 15,000 sq. ft. facility on MSU’s Innovation Campus will support prototyping, field testing, and application development for UMVs. The facility’s location on MSU’s campus will also allow Hyundai to work closely with undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and professors on campus. “Montana State University is pleased to welcome Hyundai to Bozeman. As the state’s largest research university, we see many opportunities in the future for collaboration between Hyundai and our students, faculty and graduates in an enormous range of fields from engineering, to laser optics, to computing and artificial intelligence. This is a very exciting day for us all,” said Jason Carter, MSU vice president of research, economic development and graduate education.

Yesterday (05/04/2022) the UMW Fine Arts held a small vaudeville and variety show in the small auditorium. The show featured eight variety acts. The students and those involved in this show should be proud of what they accomplished. The show was a gem of entertainment that kept the audience engaged and laughing throughout. From the very first skit called Box and Cox that pitted two gentlemen against one another who found out they both rented the same room. To the Invisible Man who finds it fun to haunt those distinguished gentlemen waiting for a train. Laugh as you are taken along on a journey learning what is good is bad, tell it all comes together. Experience what it was like to be at the Medieval Help desk and guide people through the use of a book. The hilarity of being a Headmaster who has to break it to a boy's father that you beat his kid to death. Learning just how tough someone is, tells them they need to prove themselves and the liquor has worn off. The musical of I Didn't Know The Gun Was Loaded, and last but not least the hilarious Fantastic Flame-O. Sadly this was only a one showing play and your only chance to catch it was Wednesday afternoon, but I would highly encourage anyone who is looking for some great entertainment to keep watching for upcoming plays through the UMW Fine Arts Department, they truly are a hidden gem in our community. Those involved in the production are as follows: Box And Cox Starring Paul Skirko, Parham, and Josie Thomas Directed by Josie Marks Invisible Man Starring Reece Buchanan, Adrianna Irvine, and Araceli Ramirez Directed by A'Lora Giono That's Good, That's Bad Starring Greydon Nicholson, Paul Skirko, and Dylan Cowell Directed by Josie Marks Medieval Help Desk Starring Araceli Ramirez and Josie Marks Directed by A'Lora Giono The Headmaster Starring Curtis Meissner and Dylan Cowell Directed by Adrianna Irvine How Tough Am I? Starring Granville Parham, Reece Buchanan, and Josie Thomas Directed by Terry Haskel Didnt Know The Gun Was Loaded Starring A'Lora Giono Directed by Adrianna Irvine Fantastic Flame-O Starring Greydon Nicholson and Curtis Meissner Directed by Terry Haskel Cast and Crew Producer: Professor Stephen Alan Seder Directors: Adrianna Irvine, A'Lora Giono, Josie Marks, and Terry Haskel Actors: Adrianna Irvine, Araceli Ramirez, Curtis Meissner, Dylan Cowell, Granville Parham, Greydon Nicholson, Josie Thomas, Paul Skirko, and Reece Buchanan Stage Managers: Ilyssa Centner, Rachel Billingsly, Shaela Romine, tristian Klinkenberg, and Tucker Foster Stagehands: Autumn Harris, Cameryn Sevin, Leah O'Connor, Reagan Johnson, and Micaiah Kouba Props and Scenes: Autumn Harris, Cameryn Servin, Paige Christensen, Rachel Billingsly, and Tristian Klinkenberg Lights: Ilyssa Centner, Hookipa Sakalia, Reece Buchanan, Shaelea Romine, Terry Haskel, and Tucker Foster Sound: Dylan Cowell, Greydon Nicholson, and Paul Skirko Costumes: Adrianna Irvine, A'Lora Giono, Ilyssa Centner, Leah O'Connor, Josie Thomas, and Shaelea Romine Make-Up: Araceli Ramirez, Josie Marks, Rachel Billingsly, and Reagen Johnson Publicity and Marketing: Curtis Meissner, Dylan Cowell, Granville Parham, Micaiah Kouba, and Tristian Klinkenberg

Circus Funtastic made its debut in Dillon Wednesday afternoon at the Frontier Events Center. Children of all ages took delight in a show that was entertaining. The show featured clowns, contortionists, a high wire act, and even a Transformer. The show also served out traditional circus treats and memorabilia one would expect. The performances featured a variety of different performers and stunts, some of which included audience participation and a few that had an audience member or two ducking. They still have one more show that will take place tonight at 7:30 P.M. A great way to take the family out and enjoy a 2 hour show that is sure not to disappoint.

UMW Press Release Before a crowd of current student-athletes, coaches, athletic staff and other university administrators, the University of Montana Western athletic department unveiled a new bronze Bulldog statue outside the Bulldog Athletic and Recreation Center (BARC). The project was developed by the Bulldog Association of Student-Athletes (ASA), which is a student-athlete led organization that focuses on enhancing the student-athlete experience at Montana Western. This past fall the ASA envisioned establishing new traditions for students and student-athletes, one of those traditions was centered on the Bulldog. In the BARC hallway, there are descriptors of what it means to be a Bulldog. Those characteristics include: distinct, unique, focused, intense and fearless to name a few. The sculpture was created by Jan Sievers, based on those characteristics and the university Bulldog logo. "It is our hope that this statue will serve as a gathering place for teams, student-athletes, students, fans and alumni before university and athletic events" said ASA President Mesa King . When new students begin as Bulldogs the first building they enter is the BARC for convocation and is also the last building they leave after the graduation ceremony. "It is common tradition on many campuses with statues similar to this, for people to rub for good luck," said ASA Supervisor Russ Richardson . "We hope students, student-athletes, alumni and fans will reach out and rub for good luck the next time they're on campus." The Bulldog statue is located outside the BARC main entrance alongside the pathway leading from the main parking lot.