Hunters group asks for $200 million of budget surplus for land stewardship, restoration fund

Along with helping the land, the fund would benefit Montana’s agricultural and outdoor recreation industries, supporters said.

I serve Montanans with the work ethic you deserve

Montana is the greatest state in the greatest nation in the world.

Meeting Jepson & Castro

Wayne Jepson, left, Montana Dept. of Environmental Quality-Hydrology and James Castro, Montana Dept. of Environmental Quality-Geochemistry.

Legals for April, 16 2024

Wild pig reports on the rise in Montana

Feral swine appear to be rooting up in Montana — and invasive species officials say they will be ramping up Big Sky’s “Squeal on Pigs!” campaign in the Flathead Valley and surrounding area.

More than one way to interfere with an election

Therein lies the McConnell-Daines strategy; find a handpicked puppet that they can buy a Senate seat for and then completely control.

Settlement sets better treatment for mentally ill inmates

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — The Montana State Prison will no longer be allowed to punish inmates with severe mental illnesses for behavior caused by their illnesses by putting them in solitary confinement or setting unreasonable behavioral expectations, under a settlement to a federal lawsuit announced this week.

Pipeline companies to pay more than $12.5 million for spills in Montana, N.D.

In 2015, Bridger’s Poplar Pipeline ruptured where it crosses under the Yellowstone River near Glendive, Montana. The pipeline crossing had been installed using the “trench-cut” method.

Montana plans to bring broadband to Troy

Montana Lieutenant Governor Mike Cooney recently announced a strategic plan to bring reliable broadband to Troy and promote economic development, advance public health and safety, and enhance educational opportunities.

New neighbors should respect Montana traditions

Rosauers, Save-Rite South are recognized

Two Libby businesses have been recognized by the Montana Lottery officials with a Silver Anniversary Retailer Award, a special distinction reserved for Lottery retailers with 25 years of service to the Lottery.

Agency seeks tourism nominations

The Governor’s Tourism Advisory Council (TAC) is currently accepting nominations for the 2012 Montana Tourism Awards.

Rehberg revises record on taxes, reader contends

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State AG promises court challenge of federal vaccine mandate

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen promised Friday to fight the new federal vaccine mandate in court.

Anderson selected as FWP Northwest Regional Supervisor

Anderson stepped into the new role June 4 and is replacing Jim Williams, who recently retired.

House passes bill allowing for state veterans cemetery in northwest Montana

The cemetery would be open to veterans in nine counties in the region, including Lincoln, Sanders, Flathead, Lake, Glacier, Toole, Pondera, Teton and Liberty.

406 to remain Montana's sole area code until 2031

Montana is one of only 12 states with a single area code, and its residents have made those three digits part of the Treasure State’s brand. 406 adorns souvenirs, websites and even the names of businesses.

Legals September 19, 2017

NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER SALE NATIONAL FOREST TIMBER FOR SALE, KOOTENAI NATIONAL FOREST. The ELECTRIC BLUE timber sale includes an estimated 438 TONS of Sawlog timber (equivalent to 154 CCF) and 61 TONS of Non-sawlog timber (equivalent to 22 CCF) marked or otherwise designated for cutting located within portions of Section 32, T32N, R30W; PMM, Lincoln County, State of Montana. This is a WEIGHT MEASUREMENT sale and all rates will be bid and paid for at a rate per TON. Sealed bids will be opened in public at the Forest Supervisor's Office, Libby, Montana at 9:00 a.m., local time, on October 19, 2017. The right to reject any and all bids is reserved. The prospectus includes minimum acceptable stumpage and the rate of required additional payments. The required bid guarantee is $600.00. A prospectus and other information concerning the timber, the conditions of sale and submission of bid can be obtained from Canoe Gulch Ranger Station, 12557 Hwy 37, Libby, MT or from the Forest Supervisor's Office, 31374 US Hwy 2, Libby, Montana. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Published in THE WESTERN NEWS, Libby, Montana September 19, 2017. MNAXLP

Medicaid access is crucial to rural health care

Montana’s scenic landscape has always been a treasure to its rural residents. When it comes to receiving health care, however, our rural residents face a lot of hurdles. Thankfully, Medicaid’s coverage extends well into the communities that stretch across our great state, providing them with accessible and innovative coverage for the healthcare they need.

Compact assures the future stability of water rights

Letter to the Editor: