Following the state’s refusal to issue a stream permit authorizing construction of a pedestrian and bicycle path along a section of the Whitefish River near downtown, city leaders voted to “stay the course” — even if it leads to arbitration or litigation

Facing a legislative mandate to reduce the wolf population, state wildlife managers describe crafting a balanced plan that accounts for competing interests. Republican lawmakers, pushing a slate of anti-wolf bills, say the plan isn’t tough enough.

Citing adverse impacts to the Whitefish River, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks rejected the city’s request for a stream permit to extend a walking path, encouraging city officials to consider an alternate concept.

Rep. Tom Millett, R-Marion, insisted House Joint Resolution 24 is merely a statement of support “for our sister state.” But about 50 Montanans framed it a precursor to a “land grab,” and their testimony was a referendum on public lands.

It shouldn’t surprise anyone that there’s a war in the West over access

When Yellowstone's roads open to car traffic in April, tourists will be able to view the new steam column from a pullout

Even as park officials bolster the workforce with seasonal recruits, challenges persist as scores of Glacier Park employees face a March 26 deadline to accept buyouts or early retirement

Cool spring weather, may it linger across the West well into summer

Park officials are seeking public input on a host of proposed water and wastewater system improvements at St. Mary, Two Medicine, Logan Pass, Lake McDonald Lodge, Many Glacier Hotel, and Granite Park Chalet

The 15-acre state park between Bigfork and Polson will be closed March 17 until July 1 during construction

One of the dumbest moves in American history

Snow water equivalent levels in the Flathead River basin are slightly below normal at 89% while hydrologists say the next two months will determine the water supply heading into the spring and summer

As the Montana Legislature hits its halfway point, dozens of natural resource bills have emerged regarding land-use policies, outdoor recreation, fish and wildlife initiatives, and more. Some have died — like a bill to reclassify e-bikes as nonmotorized vehicles and a measure to restrict state land leases with nonprofit organizations — while others have advanced.

As preventative measures such as electric fences and animal-resistant garbage containers prove effective at reducing human-bear conflicts in the region, new funding is available through the America the Beautiful Challenge grant program awarded to Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.

Following a federal judge’s order affirming a California couple’s right to build a home on McDonald Creek without a permit, the Flathead Conservation District and a group of neighbors filed appeals last Friday