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Big Timber—The water war waged to the east in Sweetgrass County has ceased. In Big Timber, a clash between big business and representative democracy saw the latter emerge victorious when city council members and Mayor Greg DeBoer temporarily suspended bulk water sales (excluding support for emergency services) in a
Opinion Editorials state the views solely of the author and do not reflect the views of the Community Journal. By Patricia Grabow The fight to save Montana’s authentic character has been an uphill battle for decades, though to Livingston’s credit, we’ve managed to safeguard a lot of
The Big Timber city council and Mayor Greg DeBoer gathered once again at Carnegie Library on Monday, August 18th to discuss and approve a bulk water sales policy drafted by water subcommittee members Karri Baird and Justin Ferguson in consultation with city attorney Jim Lippert and Public Works Director Kris
by Tony L. Crowder
The Big Timber city council and Mayor Greg DeBoer gathered once again at Carnegie Library on Monday, August 18th to discuss and approve a bulk water sales policy drafted by water subcommittee members Karri Baird and Justin Ferguson in consultation with city attorney Jim Lippert and Public Works Director Kris
by Tony L. Crowder
Big Timber—The water war waged to the east in Sweetgrass County has ceased. In Big Timber, a clash between big business and representative democracy saw the latter emerge victorious when city council members and Mayor Greg DeBoer temporarily suspended bulk water sales (excluding support for emergency services) in a
by Tony L. Crowder
Opinion Editorials state the views solely of the author and do not reflect the views of the Community Journal. By Patricia Grabow The fight to save Montana’s authentic character has been an uphill battle for decades, though to Livingston’s credit, we’ve managed to safeguard a lot of
by Independent Contributor
Big Timber—An estimated 70 residents attended the public hearing and regular city council meeting scheduled for Monday, August 4th located at the Carnegie Library on 314 McLeod Street in Big Timber. The meeting, led by Mayor Greg DeBoer, primarily concerned resolution #1044, an amendment to the city’s budget
by Tony L. Crowder
What began in the Shields Valley over two years ago and became a battle for water rights has now ended in a consent decree between the Crazy Mountain Ranch (CMR) and the Montana Department of Natural Resource Conservation (DNRC), the latter of which had filed a recent lawsuit on July
by Tony L. Crowder
By Grant Gager Wellness Center Update The Wellness Center continues to take shape at the corner of Gallatin and North M Streets! Last week, the pool specialists poured cement for the second pool at the Wellness Center (the lap pool was formed in March). This pool will have a maximum
by Independent Contributor
Managers Message By Grant Gager I am pleased to submit my fiscal year 2025-26 budget recommendations for review and consideration by the Commission and public. With this third budget recommendation as the Livingston City Manager, I’m excited to continue making meaningful improvements in how residents and visitors experience Livingston
by Independent Contributor
By Grant Grager Bike Season is Here! With Summer officially upon us, it's bike season in Livingston! The City has placed bike racks on Main Street, at both Callender and Lewis Streets, for your bike parking convenience. Riders are encouraged to use these parking areas while visiting the
by Independent Contributor