Montana Morning State News Headlines for Wednesday, March 17

Governor Gianforte announced on Tuesday that the entire state will be eligible to receive the COVID vaccine as of April 1.

Missoula County Health Officer Ellen Leahy said her department is ready for the April 1st deadline, all she needs is enough doses for all who want them.

The Montana DPHHS announced on Tuesday that COVID 19 was the third leading cause of death in Montana last year, behind only heart disease and cancer.

Mostly sunny in western Montana today, with highs in the mid 50's.