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News from the office of Congressman Ryan Zinke WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Nov. 16, Western Montana Congressman Ryan Zinke introduced the Fill the Lake Act. The legislation would require the Department of Interior to maintain a minimum pool level on Flathead Lake of 2892’ MSL (mean sea level) and a maximum of 2893’ MSL from June 15 to Sept. 15 of each calendar year. If enacted, the Fill the Lake Act would prevent a repeat of the 2023 season when regulators allowed the lake to drop almost two feet below full pool. During the spring 2023, the Flathead Lake ecosystem experienced a rapid runoff of snowmelt. This was exacerbated by the slow-working bureaucracy of the unelecte...
In Montana, we thrive in close-knit communities, sharing connections that enhance our experiences and transcend cultural differences. The work of Western Native Voice exemplifies this unity, empowering Indigenous Montanans to become leaders in our communities and make a difference in our state. While our com...
Mack Days are over as of Nov. 12. Hunting season slowsdown the fishing of course. Whitefish are biting in theriver above the lake and at the Polson bridge. Rance Hertz caught two there days ago. Dan Smith was trolling around Melita Island and caught lake trout. Crappie are in the sloughs. Delta f...
News from the office of Senator Tester U.S. Senate — In response to the recent white nationalist demonstration outside of Har Shalom synagogue in Missoula, U.S. Senator Jon Tester recently called on the Biden Administration to provide additional resources to strengthen security for rural synagogue...
News from the office of Senator Tester U.S. Senate – On Nov. 16, U.S. Senator Jon Tester re-introduced his Montana Headwaters Legacy Act, legislation that will protect 384 miles of Montana rivers — the most significant wild and scenic designation in nearly 45 years. “Protecting publ...
From MSU News Service BOZEMAN — A new episode of “Montana PBS Reports: IMPACT” examining urban camping and a new model of helping victims of domestic violence aired last week on Montana PBS. The episode examines how Montana cities are managing growing homeless populations under a pa...
News from Mallory Witham, Asst. Director Lake County Public Library District POLSON — Help us, help you. Please take our Community Survey to help us make our newly renovated library better for you. We’d love to hear your opinions. To take the survey, use this link: https://forms.gle/ViM9SY6v...
News from Dana Grant, SAFE Harbor POLSON — Kind words, caring guidance, and a sense of hope are simple ways a person can support those dealing with violence. Each October, as part of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, SAFE Harbor honors local heroes who have positively impacted othe...
News from Wacholz College Center KALISPELL — Time For Three, the renowned Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble, is set to captivate audiences at the Wachholz College Center on March 17, 2024, at 7 p.m. Defying musical conventions, TF3 seamlessly blends classical, Americana, and singer-songwriter style...
BOZEMAN — Microbes and bacteria and biofilms – oh my! Though most of us go about our daily business without thinking much of the invisible lifeforms that exist all around us, Montana State University assistant professor Chelsea Heveran is looking for ways to use them to meet sustainability challe...
