COVID strikes again / outbreak leads to changes in demo of old Monroe fire station
A local company picked to demolish the City of Monroe s old Central Fire Station will no longer handle the job due to a COVID-19 outbreak among its employees.
City Council on Monday unanimously agreed to rescind a contract for the demolition that was originally awarded to Thomas Trucking Services, Inc. of Monroe, and instead award it to Salenbien Trucking & Excavating, Inc. of Dundee.
Thomas Trucking was the low bidder at $73,000 back in March when council initially decided who would demolish the building located on Scott St. But Salenbien was the second-lowest bidder at $75,000, and the company has agreed to honor the initial bid as it takes over the project and attempts to raze the old fire house by the original target date of June 30.
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Congregants of Billings First United Methodist Church listen to Reverend Patrick Lewis before planting a tree in honor of those who have died in the past year and to recognize first responders.
COVID-19 was the
third leading cause of death in Montana in 2020, according to state data. Many of those who lost loved ones haven’t been able to grieve together. With the weather warming up and health guidelines easing, people are finding ways to mourn in public.
A little more than ten people and one dog gathered outside of the Billings First United Methodist Church to plant a tree. They came to remember those who have died in the past year and recognize the work of healthcare and essential workers.
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Sterling has a strong day
Sterling has had a strong day today, rebounding from a sharp fall on Thursday after strong retail sales and PMI figures were a positive sign for Britain s economic recovery.
It rose 0.07pc against the US dollar to $1.384, as the weak greenback continued a disappointing week ahead of the Fed s latest rates decision. The pound was down 0.4pc against the euro at €1.147.