Yellowstone Bison, Legal Battles, and Montana Fun | Butte News

Yellowstone’s bison numbers are sparking legal fire as park officials admit the famed 3,000 figure is fiction, fueling a heated battle over management. Meanwhile, Montana’s Fourth of July exploded with wild river rafting in the Lee Metcalf Wilderness, while Grant-Kohrs Ranch kept cowboy traditions alive with classic branding. On the political front, Republicans are suing over new party bylaws that threaten state elections. And for your weekend, southwest Montana’s got it all: quilt shows, car rallies, farmers markets, and reading programs — perfect for soaking up the state’s spirit. 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/d116e7732773c9ec