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Firewood permits for Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest now available online

Firewood permits for the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest are now available for purchase through a new online E-Permit system at.
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The Anaconda Leader shuts down after run of 55 years

The newspaper’s owner cited inflation and rising operational costs as the reason for closing the only print publication in the southwestern Montana town.
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Wylie Galt Suspends Property Tax Cap Ballot Initiative

The initiative would have limited local governments’ property tax increases to no more than 2% per year, with some exceptions.
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Industry and Conservation Partners Unite to Enhance Smith River Watershed

Industry and Conservation Partners Unite to Enhance Smith River Watershed Through Collaborative Restoration Project. Montana Trout Unlimited, Black Butte Copper, and the Meagher County Stewardship Council join forces to improve riparian habitat, water quality, and working lands along the Smith River.
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Small fish to fry

Anglers encouraged to keep small walleye on Canyon Ferry.
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Crazy Mountain Ranch Softens Approach In Latest Battle Over Water

Crazy Mountain Ranch says it wants ‘day-to-day’ control of key diversion structure. But opponents fear the request could reshape how water is managed across Montana.
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Broadwater County Receives Release of Withheld State Funds

Broadwater County Receives Release of Withheld State Funds Following Successful Audit Resolution. Broadwater County is pleased to announce that the Montana Department of Administration (DOA) officially lifted its withholding order on the County’s state financial assistance payments, effective May 27, 2026.
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Summer Food Service Program Public Release Summer 2026

Superintendent Susie Hedalen is pleased to announce the launch of Montana’s 2026 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), ensuring children and teens across the state have access to healthy, nutritious meals throughout the summer months. Sponsored by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the program provides free meals to all individuals 18 years old and younger, helping support student wellness and encourage healthy eating habits while school is out of session.
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USDA Invests $65 Million for Projects that Help Farmers

Thanks to Working Families Tax Cuts Act, USDA Invests $65 Million for Projects that Help Farmers Improve their Operations and Conserve Natural Resources through Science and Innovation.
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Montana FWP Sued Over Corner-Crossing Position

Public land groups sue Montana FWP over corner-crossing position. Plaintiffs argue Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks deemed corner crossing “unlawful” without clear guidance on boundary between private property rights, public trust resources.
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Drones Enter Montana Corner-Crossing Debate

As hunters get more creative to access ‘corner-locked’ land, Treasure State lawmakers grapple with murky trespassing statute.
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report - 06/8/2026

Canyon Ferry: Walleye fishing is starting to really get good between mid-reservoir and the south end. Trolling bottom bouncers with worm harnesses in 12-15 feet of water between Duck Creek and Pond 1 has been the most productive.
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Primary Election Results

Voters had a chance Tuesday to whittle down candidates they wanted to run in the general election in November. Turnout was light with 2,128 votes cast out of 6,211 registered voters. Voters needed to choose which party to vote for, but could only vote for one party- Democratic, Republican or Libertarian ballot.
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Fishing Report for Helena Area Reservoirs - 06/01/2026

Canyon Ferry: Rainbows are being caught mid-reservoir from the White Earth/Goose Bay areas to Avalanche while trolling crankbaits, spoons or cowbells. Rainbows are also being caught while fishing for other species.
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Helena area reservoirs Fishing Report - 05/26/2026

Canyon Ferry: The weather has warmed up and the walleyes are on the bite. The south end has provided great action, especially around Pond 4 and the mouth of the river in 10-15 feet of water while using crankbaits, bottom bouncers or slow-death rigs.
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OPI partners with Board of Public Education and MSU to Remove Licensure Barriers and Expand Dual Credit Access 

Superintendent Hedalen Partners with Board of Public Education and Montana University System to Remove Licensure Barriers and Expand Dual Credit Access. Superintendent of Public Instruction Susie Hedalen requested the Board of Public Education move forward with the process to eliminate the Class 8 Dual Credit Postsecondary Faculty License this week in order to expand dual credit access for Montana high school students.
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Court Ordered Election Changes

• Saturday voter registration is prohibited on May 30, 2026. • Election offices must remain open for voter registration changes and updates until noon on Monday, June 1, 2026. • Late registration will be available through the close of polls at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report - 05/18/2026

Canyon Ferry: Very few anglers were out over the weekend due to poor weather conditions. Rainbows are being caught on the north end while trolling cowbells, spoons or rapalas. Rainbows are also being caught throughout the reservoir by walleye anglers using traditional gear.
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Important Information for Absentee Voters Ahead of the June 2 Federal Primary

The Montana Association of Clerk and Recorders (MACR) shares important information before the upcoming primary election on June 2, 2026. As voters prepare to cast their June 2 Federal Primary absentee ballots, election officials highlight important processes specific to primary federal elections.
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Helena Area Reservoirs Fishing Report For 05/11/2026

Canyon Ferry: The rainbows have mostly moved offshore, so shore fishing has really slowed down. Boat anglers are doing well throughout the reservoir while trolling cowbells, spoons or rapalas.
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