COVID update for the week of November 25

As cases in Montana continue to surge, Governor Steve Bullock announced new public health orders that took effect on Friday, November 20th.

Bars, casinos, breweries, distilleries and restaurants will be limited to operate at 50% capacity and must close by 10 p.m. Table seating is limited to six people instead of ten, and any public gatherings where social distancing isn’t possible will be limited to 25 people. In addition, the mask mandate that was enacted in July will now apply to all 56 counties. These orders don’t apply to places of worship or schools.

Phillips County Health Department repo...