AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRoadless Rule Fight: A new push to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule is back in the spotlight, with the Trump administration proposing more road building in national forests—an effort conservationists say would fragment habitat and threaten Montana’s “quiet places.” Montana Weather & Fire Risk: Eastern Montana stays hot and mostly dry Friday, with breezy conditions; weekend storms are possible, and Helena-area forecasts point to scattered thunderstorms with elevated fire danger if winds turn. Outdoor & Fishing Updates: As stream temperatures cool, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is lifting some hoot-owl fishing restrictions in western and southwest waters. Wildlife Management: The Montana Stockgrowers Association is applauding a proposed grizzly 4(d) rule that would give states more flexibility—while ranchers continue to press for full delisting. Community & Culture: Eagle Mount Bozeman’s Digger Days returns Saturday in Belgrade for hands-on family fun; and the Governor’s Arts Awards name six Montanans, including Missoula’s Jeff Ament. Public Safety: The FBI launches “Voices Not Forgotten” to spotlight unsolved tribal cases, including a Crow Reservation missing teen.
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