Wildlife & Forest Policy: After a legal challenge, the U.S. Forest Service will reconsider Endangered Species Act consultation for grizzly bears tied to the Bitterroot Front logging project, with conservation groups saying new info shows roads and habitat security risks. Public Lands & Community Life: A Continental Divide Trail Community Survey finds public lands and waters are a top driver of quality of life for Rocky Mountain communities, with more than 600 responses shaping future trail stewardship. Civic Action for Forest Funding: Montana members of Citizens’ Climate Lobby joined a national push in Washington, D.C. for stronger Forest Service funding and permitting reform. Agriculture & Research: Gov. Gianforte helped cut the ribbon on Montana’s new Combined State Laboratories in Bozeman, bringing together veterinary, agriculture, and wool testing. Education & STEM: MSU is inviting Montana middle school teams to Future City, designing fire-resilient cities for a 2027 competition. Arts & Culture: Baroque Music Montana brings French masters to Columbus Community Congregational Church on Sunday. Sports & Community: Skylights Volleyball kicks off its fall season in Butte, while Montana State men’s basketball coach Matt Logie lands a contract extension through 2029-30. Local Leadership: Montana FWP hires a new temporary assistant chief to lead the enforcement division as leadership shakeups continue. Grizzlies Beyond Montana: Idaho leaders weigh in on a federal proposal to shift more grizzly management authority to states.