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Eric Tegethoff
Community members in Montana are picking up the pieces left behind by historic flooding in the region.
Rising waters hit rivers including Yellowstone, Stillwater, and Gallatin. It also damaged roads in the northern section of Yellowstone National Park, forcing the park to close.
Karrie Kahle, a Livingston city commissioner, which sits on the Yellowstone River, said she spent Monday filling sandbags to prepare for the flood.
"This was a traumatic experience for all of us," Kahle remarked. "This is completely unprecedented, and I think we all need to allow ourselves that moment to recognize that and to reach out to our friends and our neighbors."
Kahle noted people outside the community who would like to help can donate to the Park County Community Foundation. The Red Cross of Montana is also providing support, including with shelter. The organization has shelters in Bozeman, Bridger and Red Lodge.
Kahle pointed out, Livingston luckily did not see any casualties from the flood. Her fear now is what will happen to local businesses over the summer. She is concerned with the section of Yellowstone National Park nearest to Montana closed, it could affect tourism in Paradise Valley. Kahle added there is plenty to do on the river once the waters recede, including fishing and rafting.
"We really want folks to know across the country that we're still here, we're still open for business, and we want to see you come," Kahle urged. "You don't need to cancel your trip; maybe we just need to make some adjustments."
Climate experts have said this type of flooding is expected to increase as the climate changes, and Kahle stressed communities in the region will need to adapt.
"Certainly, we have to look at the changing climate," Kahle emphasized. "That also makes us need to stop and think about what we need to do around resiliency, and how we work towards creating resiliency plans for our communities."
Kahle is endorsed by Montana Conservation Voters.
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PNS - Friday, June 17, 2022 - President Biden signs a bill to reduce ocean shipping costs and ease inflation, Mayra Flores will be the first Mexican-born U.S. Congresswoman, and the U.S. Senate passes benefits for veterans exposed to toxic chemicals.
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PNS - Friday, June 17, 2022 - Flood-ravaged Montana communities see an uncertain summer, advocates press to improve jail-based voting, and the 95-year-old Texan known as the "grandmother of Juneteenth" celebrates the national holiday.
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The Butte America Foundation is pleased to announce events for this year's Fourth of July parade and celebrations.
June 24 is the deadline for signing up to participate in the Butte-Silver Bow 2022 Fourth of July parade. For general entries, the fee is $40 per vehicle or group and for non-profits, the fee is $30. Entries submitted after June 24 will be assessed a $20 late fee and will be placed at the end of the parade. Please read the entry form carefully.
The Parade entry form for 2022 can be found at:
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Nomination form for 2022 Grand Marshal:
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On July 3 the Big Bang Fireworks Show will once again take place at Chester Steele Park on the St. James Hospital lawns facing east. Bring a picnic or patronize one or more of the participating local vendors as you await Butte's always spectacular fireworks display on top of Big Butte.
On July 4 the parade will begin at 10 am at the Civic Center and proceed south on Harrison Avenue to Elizabeth Warren Avenue.
For inquiries, please contact 2022 Parade Director Pat Ryan @ (406)498-2588 or
