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Migratory bird hunters reminded of change to wanton waste of game

The 2021 Migratory Bird Regulation booklets contain language on wanton waste of game that is no longer accurate. Because the regulations were printed before the Montana Legislature changed the statute, the information is outdated.

Miles City’s John Moore publishes new Ezra Riley novel

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Drought, depression took their toll on once-bustling Ingomar

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Diminishing grazing land for cattle marked the end of the open range era. Natural disasters such as drought and overgrazing as well as an extremely severe winter in 1886-1887 contributed to the decline in the cattle industry. By 1890, sheep were becoming the predominant stock shipped into Montana. Sheep are historically the most numerous livestock in Montana after cattle.

Elk shoulder season changes are approved by Fish and Wildlife Commission

The Fish and Wildlife Commission approved changes to elk shoulder seasons in several hunting districts at its meeting on Aug. 20.

Forsyth man’s father went mountain goat hunting in 1968 and never came back

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The remains of Raymond Jones, a 39-year-old man, were found last week by a bowhunter who was looking for a shortcut in the rugged mountains outside of Salmon, Idaho. Jones was last seen on Sept. 7, 1968, while bowhunting for mountain goats. Searches in the area were unsuccessful, and he remained missing for 53 years.

Couple celebrating 50th anniversary died in derailment

SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) _ Don Varnadoe spent months watching videos about train trips on his office computer in preparation for a special cross-country vacation to celebrate his and Margie Varnadoe's 50th wedding anniversary.

Public help sought in search for missing man

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Jeffrey “Jeff” Horton is missing, and the Sheriff deputies continue to follow up on all leads and are asking the public’s help in finding Horton. They want to ensure Horton’s safety by locating him. He was last seen in the Forsyth area around Aug. 31. He is known to frequent the fishing access sites in and around Forsyth. If anyone has seen him or has any information about his possible whereabouts, they are asked to call the Sheriff’s office at 346-2715.

Suspect apprehended after chase

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The Bureau of Indian Affairs reached out to the Rosebud County Sheriff’s Office to assist with the pursuit of a suspect on Sept. 18. Deputy Matthew Weber used spikes to disable the vehicle and it came to a stop on the bank of the Tongue River. The suspect fled the vehicle and was arrested after swimming in the river. He was turned over to BIA Law Enforcement. Sheriff Allen Fulton was unable to comment as it is a federal case; but did say Deputy Weber was slightly injured when he deployed the spikes to stop the suspect vehicle. His injuries were to two fingers and did not require stitches. According to BIA Officer Nightwalker, he was unable to comment as it is an ongoing Federal Investigation. Submitted Photo

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