The Montana American Indian Caucus made a strong presence during the state’s 68th legislative session this year, said Lance FourStar of Wolf Point. FourStar served as the director for the Montana American Indian Caucus during the session. He was a joint staffer in the House and the Senate. A key piece of legislation was the Montana Indian Child Welfare Act. Bills that the Montana American

The switchback road at Makoshika State Park is closed to vehicle traffic following formation of sink holes after the most recent rain event. This public safety closure will remain in effect until further notice. There is currently no access to the new picnic shelter, the amphitheater, some trails and primitive camping sites located above the switchback. Hike/bike traffic is still permitted

The Hunter and Bowhunter Education Advisory Committee will meet at the University of Providence in Great Falls June 6-7. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks director Hank Worsech has convened the committee to look at improving the hunter and bowhunter education programs. This will be their first meeting. The committee will focus on strategies for recruiting new volunteer instructors, implementing

In a court filing that chronicles how it stores data and protects minors, TikTok has responded to Montana’s firstof- its-kind ban on the social media app, which was signed into law earlier this month by Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte. TikTok Inc., is suing the State of Montana to strike the recently passed law, alleging a number of constitutional violations and maintaining that Montana Attorney