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EXPRESS YOURSELF IN THE DILLON TRIBUNE

Let other people know how you feel and what you think with a letter to the editor. Letters are subject to editing for libel and good taste, and should be limited to 400 words or less.

Letters expressing appreciation for a specific, out-of-the-ordinary action are welcome, but letters with lists of names of contributors, donors or volunteers, or letters that solicit funds, will not be printed.

Professor urges caution in returning students to school

As the school year approaches, and as the number of COVID-19 cases across the nation and in Montana grows precipitously, I have become more and more concerned about the impending opening of schools and colleges. I appeal to all of you to consider the scientific data before considering having children and young adults come together face-to-face, for schooling this academic year.

America’s unique approach to innovation will cure COVID-19

Scientists have responded to COVID-19 with unprecedented speed. Just months after the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, clinical trials are already underway for nearly 200 vaccines and therapies.

But while the pace of COVID-19 innovation may be extraordinary, the research infrastructure allowing this remarkable work is hardly new. In fact, it was cemented into place nearly two generations ago when Congress passed the Bayh-Dole Act of 1980.

Library Board meets today

The Dillon Public Library Board of Trustees will hold its next monthly meeting at 6 p.m. today, Wednesday, July 29, in City Council Chambers, 125 N. Idaho St. in downtown Dillon. For more information, call 683-4544.

Library group meets Aug. 11

The Dillon Friends of the Library group will hold its next monthly meeting on Aug. 11, starting at 7 p.m. at the Dillon Public Library, 121 S. Idaho St. in downtown Dillon. Attendees are asked to wear face masks and observe social distancing.

Great Harvest Bake Days July 29-31

Dillon’s Great Harvest Bread Company will open their doors for a Bake Day event July 29-31. The event will be raising dough to support the Barrett Hospital Foundation and their Equipment and Technology Endowment fund. The funds will ensure the most advanced equipment and technology is available for current and future generations using the hospital and its services.

Bannack Barn Dance Saturday at pavillion

A night of music and dancing to the sounds of “Best of Bannack” is set for Aug. 1, from 7 to 10 p.m. It is the annual Bannack Barn Dance.

Growth Through Ag funding available

The Montana Department of Agriculture is announcing the opening of the 2020 funding cycle for the Growth Through Agriculture (GTA) Program. Montanans interested in creating or expanding their agricultural businesses are invited to apply for funds through the state grant program.

Senior Commodity boxes ready July 25

The Beaverhead Senior Commodity food boxes will be delivered Saturday, July 25. Please respect the delivery people by answering the door with a mask. Anyone picking theirs up may do so from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on this date. Location is 761 Kentucky Ave. Any questions call 865-0747 or 925-1871.

Personal responsibility required to keep vulnerable citizens safe and Montana’s economy open

Sheriffs take an oath to support, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the state of Montana. We will uphold our oath, protect public safety and respond to our shared constituency through open communication and education as we continue to face the public health risks of COVID-19.