Public Input Open for Sheep Rock Mining | Butte News

Rare earth exploration is coming to Sheep Rock, south of Darby, and the Bitterroot National Forest wants YOU to weigh in. US Critical Materials has submitted a draft plan to dig, drill, and blast for critical minerals—collecting 3,000 tons over two seasons—with helicopters hauling samples to labs. The Forest Service needs your input on environmental concerns before September 13, 2026. Submit online, by email, or mail—your comments (including your name) will become public record. Speak up now before it’s too late. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a37a43efba5c784c