AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoRoad Safety: Montana saw a 22% jump in road fatalities during the “100 deadliest days of summer,” with 66 deaths statewide versus 54 last year, and troopers pointing to impaired driving, speeding, and seatbelt use—plus a big share of out-of-state drivers. Yellowstone Bison Fight: Montana moved to dismiss its Yellowstone bison lawsuit after the National Park Service began work on a supplemental environmental impact statement, a shift that conservation groups and tribes say can help focus on the plan instead of court battles. Bear Safety in the Field: Wildlife officials confirmed a grizzly attacked an archery hunter near Augusta; investigators found bear hair, tracks, and a suspected cow kill, and the area was closed during the probe. Wildlife on the Move: Two juvenile grizzlies briefly blocked traffic on Glacier’s Going-to-the-Sun Road, a reminder that fall visitors should expect more wildlife near roads. Conservation & Land: Five Valleys Land Trust protected Bonner Ridge in Missoula County, securing 242 acres as open space to preserve habitat and reduce wildfire risk from potential subdivision. Climate & Community: A faith-based climate solutions piece argues Montana’s climate response needs broader public engagement, not just policy.
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