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FWP solicits public comment on mule deer management
This story is excerpted from the MT Lowdown, a weekly newsletter digest containing original reporting and analysis published every Friday. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is seeking public input as it overhauls mule deer management and works to understand what’s driving down mule deer populations in eastern Montana. In...
Montana education board discusses trends, concerns in student achievement
State education leaders in Helena last week discussed the myriad of academic challenges facing Montana students and potential remedies to improve student success across the public school and university systems. The issue of student achievement arose repeatedly during the Montana Board of Public Education’s latest three-day meeting, which often struck...
Governor Gianforte Commits to Enhancing Behavioral Health Care in Montana Tribal Communities
Governor Greg Gianforte recently engaged with the Rocky Boy Agency Tribal council in Box Elder, Montana, to discuss significant investments in behavioral health care across north central Montana. During his visit to the Rocky Boy Health Center, Governor Gianforte underscored the state’s commitment to supporting mental health and substance abuse...
Farmer Finishers: Hot, Hot, Hot
When someone tells you to be cool, they're not kidding. In Farmer Finishers this week, a word of caution: anything and everything will start a fire. I responded to one this week at the shooting range north of Billings. Anything could trigger a blaze that we could end up fighting for months. They are starting to get a handle on some of the largest fires in Montana. In the Lewis and Clark Forest, they have one about 25% contained, and the same with the one in Rosebud County. They did open the Tongue Reservoir but are advising it’s smoky, as you can imagine.
Another Extremely Conditioned Montana Grizzly Bear Euthanized
Way too much temptation to indulge in easy pickings, and going so far as to break into homes. It's another unfortunate tale for one of Montana's official state animals. And with increasing frequency over the past several weeks, officials determined there were no other options. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks...
Report highlights need for more mental health crisis care, lauds efforts by Keenan, Gianforte
Jail and emergency rooms. Those are the two places many in mental health crises wind up. And law enforcement as well as the mental health community say those are two of the worst places for people who need help, not punishment. A new report by Inseparable, a mental health advocacy group that is dedicated to […] The post Report highlights need for more mental health crisis care, lauds efforts by Keenan, Gianforte appeared first on Daily Montanan.
Montana State Fair goes on despite air quality concerns
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - In Great Falls recently, many have noticed the air quality and how smoky it is outside which has some asking if this is going to impact the Montana State Fair as they are getting ready to open this weekend.
Montana SBDC Honors Quincy Walter of Wolf Point as 2024 State Star
In a distinguished accolade, Quincy Walter of Wolf Point has been named the 2024 Montana “State Star” by the Montana Department of Commerce and the Montana Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network. This national honor recognizes outstanding contributions and performance among SBDC directors across the country. Walter, serving...
Mammoth Portion of Montana Now Under Excessive Heat Watch
Montana weather has become dangerous with high temperatures of 100 or more, very low humidity, and windy conditions in portions of the state. Wildfires are burning and smoke has made air quality unhealthy. Many counties in Montana are facing several days of temperatures of up to 105 this week. Excessive...
Governor Gianforte Highlights Workforce Support in Rural Montana
GLASGOW, Mont. – Continuing his 56 County Tour in Valley County, Governor Greg Gianforte recently visited a worksite to recognize a Glasgow business for their participation in the Montana Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Registered Apprenticeship Program. “Through the Registered Apprenticeship Program, Montanans gain in-demand skills while we...
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: The 2 Minute Video Every Montanan Needs To See
Whenever I hear about "trends," I think about fashion, music, or even dance trends on social media. I never would have thought there would be crime trends, but it turns out there is one picking up enough steam so that the FBI has gotten involved. READ MORE: Danger Zones: Montana’s...
Montana Authorities Searching for Missing Hiker From Minnesota
Red Lodge, Montana (KROC-AM News) - Authorities in Montana continue to search for a missing Minnesota man. A news release issued by the Carbon County Sheriff's Office in southern Montana says Dylan Honnell went missing on July 12th. It's believed he was fatally injured when he fell into some rapids while he was hiking and attempted to cross East Rosebud Creek.
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