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Billings News from KTVQ

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NewWest.net - Bozeman, MT

New West is a next-generation media company dedicated to the culture, economy, politics, environment and lifestyle of the Rocky Mountain West. Our core mission is to serve the Rockies with innovative, participatory journalism and to promote conversation that helps us understand and make the most of the dramatic changes sweeping our region.

The North Fork of the Flathead: The Gem of the Continent
Posted: March 9th, 2010
Montana is home to some of the most gorgeous landscapes in the world. From the plains of the east, to the mountains of the west, we are incredibly blessed to be able to call it home. And there is one area that holds a special place for me: the North Fork. One of the best parts of my year is when the weather starts to turn warm and I can get away for a weekend to Glacier or the surrounding areas. I love looking at the deep blue of Lake McDonald or the crystal clear water of the North Fork. I love staring up at the soaring peaks, and experiencing the awe when you hear names like Jackson and Stimson. I love the wildlife and the ruggedness. 

Vilsack Warms Up on Tester's Bill
Posted: March 9th, 2010
Last December, during a congressional hearing on the Forest Jobs and Recreation Act (NFJA), the Department of Agriculture's testimony was anything but encouraging to Senator Jon Tester (D-MT). However, Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack unrolled a new approach to this controversial bill on Saturday including clear support for its wilderness and timber infrastructure objectives.

A Changing of the Guard At Plum Creek
Posted: March 8th, 2010
When he retires from Plum Creek Timber Co. at the end of the month, Hank Ricklefs will feel much better about stepping down from his position as vice president of northern resources and manufacturing than he would have a year ago at this time. "It was absolute turmoil," he said of 2009. "No one had a solid feeling for where the bottom was."

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