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Montana Morning State News Headlines for Thursday, April 23
Governor Bullock begins the process of reopening the state from the COVID 19 lockdown.
MCPS Superintendent reacts to Governor Bullock's order to reopen schools on May 7. and the possibilities of having graduation ceremonies.
COVID 19 Incident Commander Cindy Farr caught short after the Governor's office die not communicate the reopening dates to the County Health Department.
A 90 percent chance of rain and possible thunderstorms in western Montana today, with highs in the mid 50's.
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