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Augusta McDonnell

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As seen in: KTUU-TV (Anchorage, AK), MSN, The Jerusalem Post, KING-TV (Seattle, WA), KPHO-TV (Phoenix, AZ), WXIX-TV (Cincinnati, OH), KSIX-TV (Honolulu, HI), NewsBreak, WANF-TV (Atlanta, GA), KPTV-TV (Beaverton, OR), KSLA-TV (Shreveport, LA) and
Covers:  Currently: Montana politics and policy through a human rights/civil rights lens, rural issues, environmental issues, and those big-hearted, community-based stories that come along at the right time.
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What makes it Sassy?

What makes it Sassy?

KTVQ-TV (Billings, MT) — BILLINGS - At the Sassy Biscuit Co. in downtown Billings you'll get more than just a good meal. The fast-casual restaurant serves up drop biscuits as the foundation for many of its products. The menu and business were created by a military spouse who found herself stationed in Billings with her Marine Corps husband.
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'Lost Children': Mother, advocate work to keep Native families together

'Lost Children': Mother, advocate work to keep Native families together

KTVQ-TV (Billings, MT) — BILLINGS - Montana's lawmakers supporting the Montana Indian Child Welfare Act want to make sure that if anything happens at the U.S. Supreme Court level Montana's tribes will have the same rights when it comes to dependent-neglect cases. Elizabeth Harris said the ICWA Recovery Court in Billings helped her get her kids back.
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New Yellowstone County treatment court to graduate first class, mother shares story of recovery

New Yellowstone County treatment court to graduate first class, mother shares story of recovery

KTVQ-TV (Billings, MT) — BILLINGS - A new Yellowstone County treatment program will soon graduate the first class from what is known as the ICWA Family Recovery Court. Kyle Spang is in the fifth and final phase of the program and is now reunified with her son.
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Montana DPHHS sued for negligence in case of preteen rape, pregnancy

Montana DPHHS sued for negligence in case of preteen rape, pregnancy

KTVQ-TV (Billings, MT) — BILLINGS - A woman, now 21, who was in the care of Yellowstone County Child Protective Services for years, is now suing for harm she endured while under the agency's protection, harm that includes being raped and impregnated at 11 years old.
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Challenge to LGBTQ rights expected in 2023 Montana legislature

Challenge to LGBTQ rights expected in 2023 Montana legislature

KTVQ-TV (Billings, MT) — BILLINGS - Several bills impacting the LGBTQ community are expected to appear at the Montana legislature this session. Bills that seek to ban information about sex and sexuality, limit gender-affirming healthcare, and prohibit kids from seeing drag shows, are just a few LGBTQ rights issues Montana lawmakers plan to address this session.
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Missoula's Partnership Health Center facing uncertain federal funding

Missoula's Partnership Health Center facing uncertain federal funding

KPAX-TV (Missoula, MT) — MISSOULA - Missoula's Partnership Health Center is one of 1,400 community health centers across the country that went off a funding cliff at the end of September when Congress failed to reauthorize theCommunity Health Center Fund that has received bipartisan support for over 50 years.
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Bella Dally's Second Chance

Bella Dally's Second Chance

metheffect.com — The courtroom exudes formality. An ornate chandelier looms in the space over Bella Dally. Above it is the intricately detailed ceiling of Judge John Larson's court. For Dally, this intimidating room with its gold columns and rich wood is a place where she feels welcomed and respected.
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Behind The Money With State Auditor Cindy Byrd

Behind The Money With State Auditor Cindy Byrd

KWTV-TV (Oklahoma City, OK) — OKLAHOMA CITY -The love of family shapes the life of one of Oklahoma’s most influential state leaders. You’ve probably heard of her, but you might not know exactly what she does.
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Secret Contract Puts School District On The Hook for $1 Million

Secret Contract Puts School District On The Hook for $1 Million

KWTV-TV (Oklahoma City, OK) — A months-long investigation into financial mismanagement and corruption at Oklahoma City school district.
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Witness Testimony of James Coddington Execution

Witness Testimony of James Coddington Execution

KWTV-TV (Oklahoma City, OK) —
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Disabled student advocates for support of students with disabilities

Disabled student advocates for support of students with disabilities

chimesnewspaper.com — Kelly Yang stands out among Biola students. She has cerebral palsy and must rely on a scooter to get around campus. At Biola, where few students have similar physical impairments, her experience is uncommon and this stark distinction has resulted in a unique experience of and perspective on many aspects of the school.
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Deaf student faces classroom challenges

Deaf student faces classroom challenges

chimesnewspaper.com — Lingering on the edge of class discussions, John Uy patiently follows the conversation on a computer screen. He rarely offers his own ideas, understanding a barrier exists between him and fellow students. Since birth, Uy has been severely deaf in both ears.
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