Seven Republicans and two Democrats have filed to campaign for the two seats coming open on Montana’s Public Service Commission, the five-member body that regulates investor-owned utility companies with captive customer bases. Two Republicans, K. Webb Galbreath of Browning and Arlo Christianson of Great Falls, filed to run against District 1 incumbent commissioner Randy Pinocci, a Republican

Along with the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC), Gov. Greg Gianforte has announced a record-setting oil and gas lease sale on state trust lands, netting $1,187,194 from the first quarter of 2022. “Ramping up American- made energy in Montana is one of many ways to reduce our reliance on foreign energy sources,” Gianforte said. “Additionally, proceeds from

Amos Ryker Galaviz changed his plea to guilty on two charges in district court on Wednesday, March 16. Galaviz made guilty pleas to criminal possession of dangerous drugs and negligent endangerment. He admitted to being in possession of 1.843 grams of meth in Roosevelt County on Jan. 6, 2022. He also admitted to driving 130 miles per hour on that date. After a high speed pursuit in Sheridan

Montana elk management has been in the news more than usual lately. The big issue is the lack of public access in areas overburdened by huge elk herds and FWP’s attempts to reduce those numbers. Here’s some background to help you make sense of what you’re reading and hearing. One of FWP’s most important responsibilities is to manage elk. That means we restore populations where habitat

After reviewing 243 applications, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has selected 12 individuals to serve on a citizens advisory group to address the future of elk management. The 12-member group will help craft a new future for elk management and elk hunting in Montana. Members are Ian Wargo, Heath Hansen, Brent Race D.V.M., Stephanie Prater, Scott Tinklenberg, Matt Wickens, Race King,