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The U.S. Bureau of Land Management on Thursday released plans to end future leasing of its managed coal resources in the Powder River Basin in eastern Montana and northeastern Wyoming in a move that has angered Montana’s Republican political leaders but is being cheered by environmental groups who fought for changes to leasing plans over […] The post BLM plan proposes ending future federal coal leasing in Powder River Basin appeared first on Daily Montanan.

The ruling is the first one the EPA has made since 2012 and has received a lot of support from Health officials around the state.

On Tuesday, the Environmental Protection Agency announced a new mercury and air quality standard in an effort to protect Montanans’ health.This standard is one

Severe high winds are wreaking havoc in Montana, posing risks to both property and drivers. With gusts topping 60 mph, precautions are necessary, especially around Glacier National Park and Fort Peck Lake. Travel with care to avoid accidents and power outages.

On Tuesday, many schools in Southeastern Montana will be anxiously awaiting the voting results of district levies.