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
Agencies Fight 2,500-acre Richards Fire South of Rock SpringsAgencies Fight 2,500-acre Richards Fire South of Rock SpringsIt is burning in sage brush, grass and juniper and moving in a northeast direction.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
Casper Mayor to Speak in Favor of Moneta Divide ProjectCasper Mayor to Speak in Favor of Moneta Divide ProjectThe project, headed by Aethon Energy Management and Burlington Resources Oil and Gas Co., would span 512 square miles.Tom MortonTom Morton
Natrona County Rep. Walters Charged With Interference During Major FireNatrona County Rep. Walters Charged With Interference During Major FireThe BLM units had activated running lights and sirens, but the tractor refused to stop, according to the affidavit.Tom MortonTom Morton
Casper Man Ordered to Pay Nearly $50K for Damage to Forest Service LandCasper Man Ordered to Pay Nearly $50K for Damage to Forest Service LandNone of the tracks was on existing administrative or public routes.Tom MortonTom Morton