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Super Stallions support forest projects
by Sarah Glass It was a serene morning in the Bitterroot National Forest near Lost Horse Creek Lodge on June 25. The forest was awake, birds speaking in staccato and […]
When Lewis and Clark came through Darby
by John Dowd Last weekend, while most people were celebrating the country’s 250th birthday, a group in Darby was remembering another historic event that took place near the town 220 […]
Young patriots helped veterans prepare Stevi for Fourth of July
by Mike Hudgins On a warm July morning, American flags made their way down Stevensville’s Main Street one light pole at a time. Veterans from American Legion Post 94 climbed […]
Bitterroot Health dedicates Rachel’s Corner
by John Dowd Last Thursday, June 25, Bitterroot Health held a dedication ceremony for a woman whose impact spreads far beyond her home hospital. Rachel Khoury’s family, hospital leaders and […]
Post 94 works to preserve aging post
by John Dowd For more than 80 years, members of Fort Owen American Legion Post 94 have gathered in a former schoolhouse on the outskirts of Stevensville, maintaining a building […]
Rhythm and Roam draws crowds despite scattered showers
by Mike Hudgins Gray clouds and scattered showers were part of the day at Rhythm and Roam on Saturday, June 27, but did little to keep people away from downtown […]
Beloved dog Ronin receives community farewell
by Sarah Glass Hundreds of Bitterroot Valley residents virtually wished the 12 -year-old German shepherd, Ronin, affectionately called Moose, well wishes before his scheduled journey across “the rainbow bridge” on […]
Victor residents, park board create a weekly market for the people
by John Dowd Community events are commonplace in the Bitterroot Valley, with over 30 annual events and nearly 400 registered non-profit organizations in the area. However, in an area so […]
FWP, Bitterroot Disposal and locals coordinate for bear safety
by John Dowd Bear conflicts are mounting across the Bitterroot Valley, prompting Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) officials and local residents to pursue what could become the valley’s first […]
Documentary captures valley identity through local voices
by Mike Hudgins The Ravalli County Museum may be best known for preserving the history of Montana’s Bitterroot Valley, but its newest project looks less backward and more inward, asking […]
Stevi addresses bank concerns
by John Dowd During the Administrative Report section of the meeting, the finance department presented a PowerPoint to go over the process the Town went through to transfer funds from […]
Judge seeks remedy for ESA violations in Bitterroot National Forest
by Sarah Glass U.S. District Judge of the District of Montana Dana Christensen published his opinion and order on a case concerning Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections related to road […]
New book revisits Montana’s forgotten horse racing empire
By Mike Hudgins Most Montanans know Marcus Daly as a copper king who helped shape the state’s early mining economy. Fewer realize he also played a significant role in building […]
Montana Made Gifts selling in Stevensville
by John Dowd One thing the Bitterroot Valley is well known for is the vast number of crafters and makers of all number of things. From furniture to decorative pieces, […]
Shared stewardship advances across western Montana
The Lolo National Forest and The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) are expanding their collaborative efforts to improve forest health, reduce wildfire risk and enhance landscape resilience […]