New wellness center looks to heal, empower Rocky Boy youth

A new facility intended to bring wellness and culture to Rocky Boy by working with its youth took a major step forward last week.

The Rocky Boy Health Center broke ground on its new Miyo Pimatisiwinkamik Youth Center in a Thursday-morning ceremony last week with speakers sharing their hopes for the center and how it will help local young people, especially those struggling with addiction.

"It's a big day for the tribe, a big day for our people," said Chippewa Cree Business Committee Chair Harlan Baker.

A release form the Health Center said the $20 million building will be between 25,000 and 30...