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A look ahead at 2009 in Western MT
The year 2008 certainly was one of big stories in Western Montana, and many of those stories set the stage for events that will happen in 2009.
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Back in Ninety Eight
G. George Ostrom The Trailwatcher "Top News" for 2008 will be reviewed by all media this week.
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Boulder cafe now offers a slice of art with soup and sandwich
Eliza Wiley IR photo editor - The Elkhorn Cafe on Main Street in Boulder is sharing a large portion of its popular downtown eatery front with a local artists co-op. The shared space gives area artists a place ...
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Comments flowing in on Upper Clark Fork cleanup project
The planning process for repairing mining damage to millions of acres between Missoula and Butte has slowed down after a vigorous public comment process.
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WyoGuide
Since autumn 2005, female members of the Buffalo Bill Historical Center have enjoyed the semi-annual "Buffalo Girls Luncheon." The popular women-only event features a fun and fascinating program along with a ...
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Snow piling up in southwest Montana
Here are the snow accumulations as of 11:00 a.m. on Sunday across southwest Montana.
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Weather Service: Snow still on the way
The National Weather Service continues to forecast that a strong early winter storm system will hit southwest and southern portions of central Montana through Sunday.
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Public comments sought on restoration projects
The state is seeking public comment on draft funding recommendations for projects to restore the Upper Clark Fork River Basin, said Kathleen Coleman of the Natural Resource Damage Program.
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State solicits comments on draft Upper Clark Fork Restoration Work Plan
The state is seeking public comment on draft funding recommendations for projects designed to restore the Upper Clark Fork River Basin.
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Mining, dead trees loom large in Jeffco debate
Life after mine closures and what to do about thousands of acres of bug-killed trees were two of the major issues that surfaced in a Jefferson County Commission candidate forum Thursday night at Jefferson High ...
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Building of trail inspires cooperation
A new section of the Continental Divide Trail south of Helena is not only breaking ground through the mountains high above Basin but also showcases a groundbreaking approach to cooperation among various user ...
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Governor Announces Appointments to Various Boards and Councils
Community Service Commission James B. Corson, Billings. Qualification: public representative.
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Across the Big Sky
BUTTE - A former Montana lawmaker and superintendent of public schools will speak at the Democratic National Convention next week in Denver.
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Beachcomber takes delight in 'mermaid's tears'
When I get the opportunity to stroll barefoot along an ocean beach, my eyes are trained on the sand, searching for colors - rare colors such as cobalt blue, red, orange, yellow, purple, turquoise, black.
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Smoke from wildfires turns air - unhealthy' in region
Heavy smoke from wildfires in Idaho, Oregon and as far away as California choked Montana valleys Tuesday, pushing air quality below the healthy mark.
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Crews battle wildfire outside of Basin
A fire which broke out near Basin is quickly being brought under control by fire crews.
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Across the Big Sky
WHITEHALL - Firefighters caught a break Sunday on a 620-acre wildfire west of Whitehall as higher humidity and calm winds slowed the blaze almost to a standstill.
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Across the Big Sky
WHITEHALL - Firefighters caught a break Sunday on a 620-acre wildfire west of Whitehall as higher humidity and calm winds slowed the blaze almost to a standstill.
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Broadwater Co. levies fail; JeffCo approves three
Independent Record - 06/04/08 Voters Tuesday defeated both levies that were on the ballot in Broadwater County.
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Regional House, Senate races
Longtime central Montana legislator Ed Butcher, of Winifred, was in a fierce battle for re-election to his House District 29 seat, and at press time the race was too close to call.
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