BLM Approves 5,000-Well Oil and Gas Field in Converse CountyBLM Approves 5,000-Well Oil and Gas Field in Converse CountyA previous government study noted that the project calls for exemptions to operate in sage grouse and raptor habitat.Associated PressAssociated PressTom MortonTom Morton
Montana Judge Removes BLM Boss Pendley for Serving UnlawfullyMontana Judge Removes BLM Boss Pendley for Serving UnlawfullyThe ruling marks the latest pushback against the administration’s practice of filling key positions without U.S. Senate approval.Associated PressAssociated PressTom MortonTom Morton
Richard Mountain Fire 30% Contained, Red Flag Weather Conditions RemainRichard Mountain Fire 30% Contained, Red Flag Weather Conditions RemainRed flag weather conditions -- strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures -- are forecast for the rest of Friday.Tom MortonTom Morton
Richards Fire South of Rock Springs Grows to 10 Square MilesRichards Fire South of Rock Springs Grows to 10 Square MilesThe cause of the fire remains unknown.Tom MortonTom Morton
BLM Imposes Fire Restrictions in Natrona, Goshen CountiesBLM Imposes Fire Restrictions in Natrona, Goshen CountiesThese fire restrictions are in addition to the year-round wildfire prevention restrictions on BLM-administered public lands.Tom MortonTom Morton
BLM Urges Fire Prevention Measures on Public LandsBLM Urges Fire Prevention Measures on Public LandsPreventable wildfires threaten lives, property and resources.Tom MortonTom Morton
Bureau of Land Management Offers Christmas Tree-Cutting Permits for SaleBureau of Land Management Offers Christmas Tree-Cutting Permits for SaleThe U.S. Bureau of Land Management permit is valid for trees located on BLM-administered lands only.Tom MortonTom Morton
BLM Wants to Sell Wyoming Site Used as Oil Industry DumpBLM Wants to Sell Wyoming Site Used as Oil Industry DumpThey say the land is unusable by the public. Associated PressAssociated Press
Lethal Measures Off Table for Controlling Wild Horse HerdsLethal Measures Off Table for Controlling Wild Horse HerdsWild horses are generally viewed as iconic symbols of the West, but officials say they have few predators and quickly overpopulate what rangelands can support. Associated PressAssociated Press
BLM Cites Man Who Dumped Industrial Trash Near FarsonBLM Cites Man Who Dumped Industrial Trash Near FarsonDisposing industrial waste is a misdemeanor and punishable by up to a year in jail and a $100,000 fine.Tom MortonTom Morton