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Jess Sheldahl

Jess Sheldahl is a reporter and host for Morning Edition at Yellowstone Public Radio. She fell in love with public radio after becoming a DJ at the University of Montana’s college station KBGA. Since then, she’s worked at MTPR and graduated with a BA in Journalism from the University of Montana. Born and raised in Montana, Jess understands the importance of reporting on local news and issues that matter to the people who live here. She also enjoys a cold beer and a good book under the Big Sky.

Bureau Of Land Management Drilling Fees Increase

By • Oct 14, 2019


The Bureau of Land Management last week announced an increase to drilling permit fees on public lands. The fee increases directed by the U.S. Congress also apply to some mineral cost recovery for oil and gas developers.

The Worm for October 7, 2019

By • Oct 7, 2019

It's Monday, October 7th. Today we have stories about U.S. Interior Secretary David Bernhardts' visit to the Rocky Mountain Front, oil and gas leases and a report from a clean energy rally in Billings.

Nonprofits Call For Increased Oil, Gas Leasing Fees On Public Lands

By • Oct 4, 2019

A recent report from a pair of environmental advocacy groups says a third of the public lands leased for oil and gas development came with a price tag of $2 per acre or less.

Billings Chamber Proposes Better Building Design To Reduce Crime

By • Sep 24, 2019
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Billings experienced a 75% increase in violent crime from 2012 to 2017.

That increase prompted the Billings Chamber of Commerce to focus on public safety during its annual meeting Tuesday.

The Billings Chamber advocated for better building design as a way to reduce costly crimes of opportunity like robbery or graffiti.

Mark Johnson is one of three people in Montana and Wyoming certified by the National Institute of Crime Prevention in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design practices.

Congressional Watchdog Says Bonds Insufficient To Reclaim Oil, Gas Wells

By • Sep 20, 2019


A U.S. government watchdog agency that works for Congress says taxpayers could potentially face hundreds of millions of dollars in cleanup costs from abandoned oil and gas wells on public lands.

Montana Stockgrowers Call For Trade Deal With China

By • Sep 17, 2019

 

Many are calling for the fast resolution to the Trump Administration's trade war with China. Among them are Montana cattle producers who see opportunity in Chinese markets.

The Worm for September 9, 2019

By • Sep 9, 2019

It's Monday, September 9th. Today we have national park updates and a story about Chronic Wasting Disease.

"Long Streets Project" Looks At Montana Jobs, Nativity Through Data Journalism

By • Sep 4, 2019


A recent news article found that parts of Montana with more people who were not born in the state have higher job growth. Eric Dietrich wrote the story for Montana Free Press as one of the state’s only data reporters. He spoke with YPR News' Jess Sheldahl about how he takes data and turns it into stories for the Long Streets Project.

Wildfire Near Molt Grows To 3,000 Acres, Evacuation Order Lifted

By • Aug 30, 2019


A fire near Molt grew to almost 3,000 acres Thursday morning but fire officials had optimistic news for residents by late afternoon.

Montana Sen. Bryce Bennett On His Campaign For Secretary Of State

By • Aug 30, 2019


Candidates for statewide offices in Montana are gearing up for next year’s primaries. Democratic Montana Senator Bryce Bennett announced his campaign for Secretary of State in May. He spoke with YPR News’ Jess Sheldahl about advocating for voting access, election security and how he’d work across the aisle if elected.

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