If you’re interested in migratory game birds, wetland habitat or waterfowl hunting, you may have an interest in serving on Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ Wetland Protection Advisory Council. The WPAC is responsible for oversight of FWP’s Migratory Bird Wetland Program, which is tasked with the protection, conservation and development of wetlands in Montana. Funding for the program

“We’ve been lowering our B license numbers for a few years,” said Cory Loecker, Region 4 wildlife manager. “But even with the favorable weather conditions this spring and the resiliency deer can exhibit, their numbers will take some time to rebound.” This year also saw a few other changes to licenses. In June, the Fish and Wildlife Commission approved changes to the general deer license

U.S. Rep. Matt Rosendale (MT-02) released a Farm Bill priorities survey on Monday, July 17, to ensure Montanans have a chance to lend their voice to the conversation. “Getting Montana’s priorities into this year’s Farm Bill is crucial to maintaining our state’s economic health. I’ve been working hard to make sure our needs are addressed in this massive piece of legislation and have

newal agreement with TQN Consulting as an independent consultant for the treasurer’s office. During the public comment portion of the meeting, a resident questioned why a relative received a letter from the county attorney regarding yard clean-up. Wolf Point Mayor Chris Dschaak, who was in the audience, noted many letters are sent out after receiving recommendations from the police department.

A fire weather meteorologist told Gov. Greg Gianforte and other state agency officials Tuesday, July 18, that Montana should prepare for a shift to a warmer and drier back half of the summer and expect wildfires beginning in drought-stricken northwestern Montana and moving further south and east as the state dries out into the fall. The El Niño pattern that is all but certain to develop and

Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) has released the following statement in response to the announcement from the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding the Montana VA Healthcare System. The VA has announced it will be requiring a comprehensive review of the Montana VA Health Care System to identify any potential issues and implement all necessary corrective measures. This review will encompass