Residents concerned about proposed grizzly rules that include killing on public lands

In August, the commission amended the proposed rule to require ranchers to try nonlethal means to deter grizzlies threatening their livestock on public land before they can receive a permit to kill a grizzly following pushback from the public.

Legals for December, 5 2023

Setting the record straight on Kootenai National Forest timber sales

I do, however, take issue with his “revisionist history” concerning the closure of the Stimson Mill in Libby

Lincoln Co. Election Office moves operations to courthouse

The only public notification that has been made is a note taped to the door of the elections office that says, “We are currently working in the Clerk and Recorders Office in the Courthouse. If immediate assistance is needed, please call us at 406-283-2302 or 406-283-2304.”

Several Christmas-themed events on tab in south Lincoln Co.

For the next few weeks, there are plenty of events ready to get even Scrooge into the holiday spirit.

Troy man guilty of DUI homicide returned to jail before release

Winebark was arrested at about 6:10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22 at the Troy Bowling Alley after District Judge Matt Cuffe signed a bench warrant on Nov. 20 for his arrest following a motion by county Attorney Marcia Boris.

Montana counties plead with Gianforte on property taxes

In fact, MACo said the state will still receive an extra $20 million over last year even at fewer mills.

Montana Supreme Court sides with state, orders counties levy full statewide school mills

The court found the department’s interpretation of its taxation authority is consistent with the Montana Constitution and the Legislature’s directive to equalize funds for public education across Montana.

Proposal to change primary elections on 2024 ballot advances with state high court order

Currently, Montana voters in a primary choose which party’s ballot they want to vote, but in August, a group called Montanans for Election Reform Action Fund proposed a constitutional initiative to change the way primaries are held.

Chronic wasting disease confirmed in Yellowstone National Park for first time

Parks says mule deer from Wyoming died on southeastern side of park.

State committee wrestles with Montana’s childcare capabilities, low wages and staff retention

After the presentations, lawmakers acknowledged there was significant work to do on several facets of the workforce and childcare issues, as childcare is now costing Montanans, on average, about 28% of their median household income.

No. 2 Griz set to host Delaware in FBS playoffs

Delaware (9-3, 6-2 CAA) came from behind to defeat Lafayette 36-34 in Newark, Delaware, to advance to the second round of the playoffs.

County jail drug smuggler gets prison time

Gibson was part of a group of county inmates accused of being involved in a drug smuggling case.

City OKs new school safety zone; lists parking restrictions for snow plowing

City Streets Supervisor Justin Williams and Chief of Police Cody Ercanbrack did a site visit and came up with a plan for the area.

How Canadian coal mines put unparalleled pollution in Montana-bound waterways

The mining-related growth of selenium, nitrate and sulfate concentrations in the Elk River, “are among the largest documented increases in the primary literature,” the researchers write.

Trial date pushed back in homicide case involving Eureka man

That was the general thought following a hearing on Nov. 13 in Lincoln County District Court for twenty-five-year-old Joshua Joseph Sauls.

The truth about your home’s property tax increase

As we prepare to write an actual check for our home property taxes, we are livid.

Grizzly spotted in Missouri River Breaks on American Prairie land

Grizzly tracks have been documented in the area near the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument the last couple of years as the bear population has expanded.

Legals for November, 28 2023

Strengthening the integrity of Montana’s elections

We’re now less than a year out from one of the biggest elections in Montana history.