AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoBig Sky Football: Montana State kept rolling with a gritty win over No. 18 Northern Arizona at Bobcat Stadium, extending its winning streak to 19 as the Bobcats leaned on depth and defense. Community Remembrance: Thousands in Billings wore red to honor 13-year-old Chase Lantz, who died after being hit while walking to school; his family says he’ll be taken off life support and become an organ donor. Local Governance: Laurel residents are getting a chance to weigh in on plans for the old Laurel High School and middle school after it was sold—owners say they won’t tear down the main building or gym and will hold an Oct. 16 open house. Wildlife & Public Safety: Bear conflicts in south-central Montana are at “unprecedented” levels, with wildlife managers pointing to stressed bears and food shortages; meanwhile, FWP is also proposing to remove illegally introduced bass from Livingston’s Sacajawea Lagoon. Statewide Policy: Alaska joined Montana in a legal fight challenging Maine’s 72-hour firearms waiting periods. Energy & Environment: Montana’s water infrastructure is getting a major upgrade as crews replace the 110-year-old St. Mary Diversion Dam near Babb, with fish protection built into the project.
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