Briefs for July 3, 2024
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Burning by permit closed July 1
RONAN — Fire officials with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Division of Fire, have restricted debris burning (outdoor burning) starting Monday, July 1, 2024. Open debris burning will resume after fire season starting Oct. 1. People who burned this spring should go check on their piles to make sure they are fully extinguished. While there are no restrictions at this time, we urge people to be careful with campfires and check for restrictions before recreating in the outdoors. Fire danger remains moderate
Remember- Fireworks are prohibited on all state and federal classified forest lands. Wildfire season is just around the corner. Be “Fire Safe” and do your part to prevent wildfires on the Flathead Indian Reservation. Have a Fire Safe July 4th.
If you have any questions regarding this notice, call the Division of Fire, 406-676-2550.
FSA seeking nominations
WASHINGTON D.C. — Nominations are being accepted for farmers and ranchers to serve on local U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency county committees. These committees make important decisions about how federal farm programs are administered locally. All nomination forms for the 2024 election must be postmarked or received by Aug. 1, 2024.