A drought report compiled by the Montana Governor’s Office concludes that more than 90% of the state is currently experiencing abnormally dry to extreme drought conditions. The forecast for the rest of the month projects below-normal precipitation throughout the state and a 40 to 50 percent chance of above-normal temperatures across much...
Bison Grazing Expansion Approved Following Environmental Impact Report
Federal officials have given preliminary approval to the American Prairie Reserve’s proposal to expand bison grazing on public lands covering about 108 square miles south of Malta in north-central Montana. The Bureau of Land Management says there would be no significant environmental impacts which sets the stage for possible final approv...
Governor Gianforte’s Back-To-Work Initiative Yielding Results
The back-to-work bonus is working, according to Governor Greg Gianforte who instituted it. He explains. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-06_637.mp3
Risk of Feral Swine Remains High In Montana
Last month, the Montana Department of Livestock reminded residents to remain vigilant for feral swine entering the state. Fish Wildlife and Parks Special Projects Bureau coordinator Lauri Hanauska-Brown points out important things to keep in mind in the event of a swine sighting. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-06...
Drought Emergency Declared In Montana
Following Wednesday’s end to the COVID-19 state of emergency, Governor Greg Gianforte yesterday announced an executive order declaring a statewide drought emergency in Montana. The governor explained the order yesterday on Voices of Montana. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-02_1137.mp3
Yellowstone National Park Fire Danger Now High
The fire danger level across all of Yellowstone National Park is now VERY HIGH and Stage 1 fire restrictions are in effect. The Park’s Fire Management Officer John Cotaldo explained what this meant yesterday during a live Q&A session form the park. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-02_1237.mp3
Montana National Resources Youth Camp Still Accepting Applications
The Montana National Resources Youth Camp is set to begin on July 18th and is still taking applicants. Montana State University Extension Forestry Specialist Peter Kolb is directing the camp and explains who is eligible for signing up and what they should expect. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-02_832.mp3
Montana Representatives Request Federal Aid For Drought
There are calls across Montana for action to address its current extreme drought. Northern News Network’s Eric Young on recent actions by the treasure state’s representatives. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-02_737.mp3
Senator Daines Visits Robertson Draw Firefighters
As conditions heat up in Montana ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, crews on the Robertson Draw fire south of Red Lodge have been busy trying contain the wildfire’s edge. Senator Steve Daines recently visited the site of the fire and commented on the work being done. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-02_637.mp3
Bozeman Among Montana Cities Experiencing A Storage Space Shortage
With the lack of housing available in towns like Bozeman, a lack of storage units has quickly followed. Montana Storage Units Co-owner Dave Morell on why this has been the case. https://northernbroadcasting.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/7-02_537.mp3