Arlynn “Arni” Fishbaugh, Montana Arts Council executive director, was recently elected president of the board of directors of The National Assembly of State Arts Agencies

Build Montana, at www.buildmontana.org , is a terrific resource for people looking to donate, volunteer or simply learn more about the state’s thousands of nonprofits. With this season’s emphasis on donating to organizations before Dec. 31, the page for each nonprofit in the state includes a “Donate Now” button...

It is significant to note that during troubled economic years, Montana private land conservation continued to flourish; a testament to the commitment of landowners and land trust supporters... Prickly Pear Land Trust...