Southwestern Montana News

BEAVERHEAD FIRE DIST. #2 405 N. IDAHO STREET DILLON, MT MEETING NOTICE TUESDAY MAY 19 , 2026 5:00 PM AGENDA: I. Call to order II. Approval of Minutes from last meeting Public Comment III. Approval of Warrants Public Comment IV. Old Business Public Comment V. New Business Public Comment VI. Chiefs Report Public Comment VII. Public...

GRANT — Monday afternoon Beaverhead Fire District #2 crews were called out to a grass and shrub fire along Highway 324 past Grant. Firefighters were able to quickly contain the blaze at approximately one acre, preventing further spread and additional damage to the surrounding area. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

The University of Montana Western has announced that Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance Tia Brown will be stepping down from her role to accept a new position as Chief Financial Officer at Montana State University Billings. Brown will begin her new role on August 3, 2026. Brown has served Montana Western with dedication and leadership since 2024, playing a key role i...

DILLON — Beaverhead County High School rolled to a 12-2 win over Broadwater Monday behind a strong offensive performance led by Cohen Hartman. Hartman collected three hits in three at bats, doubling in the first, second and fifth innings to help power the Beavers offense. Beaverhead County broke the game open with a seven-run second inning. Tristan Alvarez started the scoring wi...

Beaverhead County Mental Health Local Advisory Counsel Tom Welch Room County Treasurers Building – Corner of Center and Washington AGENDA Thursday, May 14, 2026, Noon to 2:00 p.m. Introductions - Establish Quorum Approval of Minutes – April 9, meeting ACTION ITEMS: 1. Historical Data and Set Future Goals UPDATES 1. Local updates NEW BUSINESS ADJOURN