Canyon Creek
Canyon Creek, MT · Municipal
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EPA lowers Butte soil-lead cleanup level, expands abatement area by 3,627 acres
BUTTE, Mont. — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has finalized a decision that significantly tightens the standard for cleaning up lead-contaminated residential soil in Butte, a move that will also expand eligibility for property assessments and potential cleanup across thousands of additional parcels. The EPA finalized a Record of...
Montana Free Press
City to put $5.3 levy before voters this spring
Good morning, it’s JoVonne here with your dose of Helena This Week. I’m back in the Queen City! In this issue, we report on a new city director, a snapshot of horses in downtown and a takeaway from the city’s latest meeting regarding a Homeland Security grant that some in the community oppose.
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Markers honoring military families unveiled in Butte
BUTTE, Mont. — Military families of those serving or who made the ultimate sacrifice received a large reminder on Tuesday in Butte that their loved ones will never be forgotten. Memorial markers honoring Gold, Blue, and Green Star families were unveiled Tuesday afternoon at Stodden Park. The project was...
KTVH
Former Montana Governor's Residence to be demolished
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Inmates find purpose at Montana State Prison
DEER LODGE, Mont. — The Montana State Prison can be a rough place, especially for those who live or work on the high-security side, particularly in the Secure Adjustment Unit, which houses inmates with severe mental illnesses. “This is chalk paint. We’ll paint over it. It’s easy to clean...
NonStop Local Missoula
Helena smoke tied to Grizzly Gulch burn southwest of city
Helena, Mont. — A prescribed burn in Grizzly Gulch southwest of Helena sent a large smoke cloud over the capital city as crews worked through a project expected to burn more than 500 acres.Forest Service officials explained that projects like this took years to map out.Fire personnel said the process involved complex planning, including coordination with private landowners before any burning could happen on private property.“We want to benefit everybody as much as we can and we want to see our be successful,” said Michael Kaiser, Helena and Townsend Ranger Districts fire management officer.Kaiser explained that some of the work involved finding landowners willing to accept the initial risk and partner with the Forest Service.“Some of it was trying to find those landowners that are willing to take that initial risk and work with us. Then being able to show the successes of being able to do that and that’s been able to help us build our program,” said Kaiser.One private landowner said that partnership mattered for the health of Montana’s forests. Ray Prill said the project reflected decades of effort from both his side and the Forest Service.“It’s been fun to watch them do what they do because they
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Drawing set for special cow elk hunt on prison ranch near Deer Lodge
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Montana Department of Corrections is offering hunters a chance to participate in a special cow elk hunt near Deer Lodge. The hunt will take place on the Montana Correctional Enterprises ranch through its public access rifle hunting program. A drawing for hunting opportunities will be...
NonStop Local Missoula
City of Helena crews responds to multiple water main breaks
HELENA, Mont. – The City of Helena said crews were responding to multiple water main breaks on the west side of town, which may be causing temporary water service interruptions. In an announcement at 2:14 p.m. on Tuesday, the City said crews were responding to water main breaks at locations including Harrison Street, between Flowerree Street and Stuart Street, and at the intersection of Stuart and Garfield Street. It said crews were on site locating and repairing the breaks, but that residents in affected areas might experience temporary water service interruptions. “The City appreciates the public’s patience and asks residents to use caution around work zones and follow any posted traffic or access restrictions,” the city wrote.
montanarightnow.com
Helena smoke tied to Grizzly Gulch burn southwest of city
If you've noticed a large smoke cloud over Helena today, there's no need to be alarmed. The U.S. Forest Service has intentionally sparked a planned prescribed burn in the Grizzly Gulch area, just southwest of the city, estimated to cover more than 500 acres.
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Helena latex paint exchange opens Sept. 23 for free drop-off
HELENA, Mont. — The City of Helena Sustainability & Recycling office announced its annual fall latex paint drop-off event will run from Sept. 23 to Oct. 7.Residents with a valid Transfer Station permit can bring usable latex paint they no longer want. The city said that paint will then be available for other Helena residents to pick up for free.The city said it will not accept paint from businesses or commercial haulers. It also said oil-based paints, solvents and other liquids are not allowed.Those prohibited items should be air dried or solidified with sand, dirt or kitty litter before regular disposal, the city explained.More information is available from the City of Helena Sustainability & Recycling office at 406-447-8094.