Ranchers oppose bison relocation Jan 4, 2009
The group did officially oppose the relocation of bison to the Charles M. Russell Wildlife Refuge at its midyear meeting. It understands the concerns of ranchers in the Fort Peck area. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Extended elk hunt opens in some areas today Dec 2, 2008
- A9/B12 licenses valid in hunting district 622 are not valid on the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. Extended Season General Rules. (Missoulian, MT)
Elk season expanded in areas Nov 29, 2008
Fish, Wildlife and Parks commissioners say hunting is extended in a total of 20 districts around Dillon, Bozeman, and the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. Hunters have complained that a lack of snow has made it hard to spot or track big game. (Montana Standard, MT)
Low harvest: Elk seasons extended in 20 districts Nov 26, 2008
A9/B12 licenses valid in HD 622 are not valid on the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. Hunting success during the extended season, particularly in the 18 districts in Region 3, will depend largely on whether snow and cold arrive. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Elk hunting season extended in some regions Nov 26, 2008
There are 18 affected hunting districts around Dillon and Bozeman, and two districts in the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. The rest of the state's unsuccessful elk hunters had better work smarter and harder, because it's not getting any easier before the general big-game season ends Sunday. (Missoulian, MT)
Sanborn, Michel exchange vows Nov 21, 2008
The bridegroom is a 2000 graduate of Charles M. Russell High School in Great Falls, Mont. He is an active member of the U.S. Air Force. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
MFBF concerned about CMR grazing limits (46) Nov 4, 2008
- In response to a request from Fergus County Farm Bureau to help with this urgent fight, the Montana Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) has submitted comments regarding the Four Draft Management Alternatives being proposed for the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge (CMR). The livestock industry is a very important part of Montana s history and economy, and it relies on the continued use of public grazing as public lands cover a large part of our state, said MFBF Executive Vice President... (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Refurbished Russell exhibit opens Oct 4, 2008
- Montana Historical Society tour guide Jim Greene will lead a gallery tour of the newly redone Mackay Gallery of Charles M. Russell Art on Thursday, Oct. 16, at 6:30 p.m. Greene, who has extensively studied Russell and MHS s world-class collection of his work, will talk about Montana s beloved artist as well as the new look of the exhibit. - Montana Historical Society. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Russell artwork sells for more than $9 million Jul 28, 2008
Two iconic pieces by turn-of-the-century artist Charles M. Russell a painting depicting a stagecoach holdup and a bronze sculpture of two Native Americans on a buffalo hunt have sold at an auction for more than 9 million ... (AP) -- Two iconic pieces by Charles M. Russell -- a painting depicting a stagecoach holdup and a bronze sculpture of two Native Americans on a buffalo hunt -- have sold at an auction for more than 9 million. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Wayfarers stranger: Emily Perkins wins slew of prizes for artistic rendering of Bigfork park she's never visited May 31, 2008
Then the 25 or so fifth-graders hit the Charles M. Russell Museum, the Giant Springs State Park and the First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park. They had a camp-out in a church basement, and then toured some more. (Missoulian, MT)
New museum exhibit in I.F. May 23, 2008
They are quite literally about the process of painting, and it is the process of their creation that is revealed so boldly to viewers, participants really, that they find impossible to resist being involved in the kinetic force of the art,'' says Peter H. Hassrick, professor of American Western Art and director of the Charles M. Russell Center in Western History at the University of Oklahoma. Idaho Falls native, Kathy Galloway, who moved to the Southwest in 1994 to follow her passion for... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
New views of the Old West May 18, 2008
Much of this art, in the style of the late Charles M. Russell, is quite well done; some pieces command top dollar. A bronze cowboy sculpture by real-life cowboy J.C. Dye was priced at nearly 13,000 when I visited last fall; a Mimi Grant oil painting of bear cubs sniffing the spring air was offered for 11,000. (Montana Standard, MT)
Summit of art: National Juried Exhibition of Traditional Oils returns to Missoula May 3, 2008
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Fort Peck, Hi-Line great places for summer fishing plans Apr 18, 2008
The center, which opened a few years ago, offers free admission and includes the construction history of Fort Peck Dam and Lake, the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge and even has the prehistoric dinosaurs found in the Hell Creek geological formation. Another highlight is the lake-water-fed aquarium that houses the different species of fish living in the lake and river downstream from the dam. (Missoulian, MT)
Billy Ray and Miley Cyrus Bring Their Star Power to Cowboys & Indians Magazine Mar 1, 2008
But wait, there's more: Ciles E.W. "Bill" Gollings, a Cowboy artist in the era of Charles M. Russell, and rose expert Gaye Hammond, who waxes lyrical about one of the West's favorite flowers. For stylish cowboys and cowgirls, there's a "Ranch Romance" guide to spring fashions that showcases both the flirty and flouncy and the manly and muscular. (PR Newswire)
Havre takes second at regional science bowl Feb 29, 2008
A team from Charles M. Russell High School took third, while Havre s second team, consisting of James Wiken, Brett Stingley, Karlee Kafka, Ethan Flathers, Sabrina Rhines, took sixth. Richard Leeds was an alternate for Havre. (Havre Daily News, MT)
West’s best women artists to ride into town Feb 21, 2008
This year s pre-eminent panel of judges will include Peter Hassrick; author and publisher Shari Morrison; and author and well-known Charles M. Russell authority Ginger Renner. A new home for Western women artists We re very proud that the West s top women artists have come to regard Cowgirl Up. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Artist Arch Davis remembered Jan 20, 2008
His style has been compared to Thomas Hart Benton and John Stuart Curry, and his pioneer scenes are similar to well-known Western artist Charles M. Russell. Marshall called the Davis show "something special.". (Abilene Recorder Chronicle)
Nude photos approved, then pulled from gallery Dec 6, 2007
I'll take a Charles M. Russell depiction of the Old West over a Monet water lilies painting pretty much seven days a week. Other folks might like a Peter Max psychedelic over the "Mona Lisa" or a Betty Saletta bronze statue over Rodin's "The Thinker.". (Modesto Bee, CA)
Attorneys spar over future of Bair MuseumPosted on Oct. 31 Nov 1, 2007
The board later approved permanently loaning artwork from the home, including original paintings by Charles M. Russell and other Western artists valued at 6. 7 million, to the Yellowstone Art Museum in Billings. (Missoulian, MT)
FWP Commission takes aim at state elk policies in Havre Oct 27, 2007
In Region 6, which contains the northern half of Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, the cow elk population is way up and efforts to cull the cows are failing ... In some areas, like some hunting districts in the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, the first tag is for either bulls or cows and the second is only for cows. (Havre Daily News, MT)
The Tarble at 25 Sep 8, 2007
Some unique but significant pieces exhibited include a Villion/Duchamp aquatint, a suite of etchings by Jamie Wyeth, an oil painting by Alice Baber, an etching by Stanley William Hayter, two small bronze sculptures by Charles M. Russell, plus a long-term loan from Roger and Ramona Roberson of a glass work by Dale Chihuly. Marcell Duchamp was one of the creators of Dada and Surrealism, and the print was made with his brother, Jacques Villon. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Petrie donating $5M to art museum Sep 5, 2007
A collector of Western art by Charles M. Russell, Petrie has agreed to the long-term loan of some of his collection to the museum. Petrie's $5 million pledge includes $3 million in cash and a $2 million challenge grant. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
History rebuilt Jul 23, 2007
Etchings done in the stone patio by famed western artist Charles M. Russell have been replaced with casts from the originals to help keep the originals intact ... The sprawling rock wall at the entrance to the lodge was rebuilt and the crumbling concrete courtyard replaced, complete with replicated castings of simple drawings the famed western artist Charles M. Russell engraved in the courtyard. (Helena Independent Record)
Oil and gas leases are withdrawn over wildlife Jul 20, 2007
- Federal officials said Thursday that dozens of oil and gas leases in Montana will be withdrawn from auction and pledged to look more closely at the environmental consequences of such development, particularly near the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. The announcement followed vocal opposition from conservation groups and state officials who claimed the government's pro-energy policies threaten wildlife populations. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
OU, Tulsa museums to share $50 million art gift Jul 18, 2007
Among the artists represented in the collection are Maynard Dixon, Charles M. Russell, Joseph Henry Sharp, Nicolai Fechin, John Marin, William R. Leigh, Victor Higgins, Jerome Tiger and Maria Martinez. . (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
The Biggest Little Artown Jul 1, 2007
This year's event, which begins today, includes everything from Charles M. Russell paintings to performances by the American Ballet Theatre, jazz great Herbie Hancock and Mikhail Baryshnikov. Visitors can sharpen artistic skills at dozens of workshops or take in the bounty of exhibitions at local museums, galleries, studios, parks and libraries. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Trust still looking for projects to fund Jun 7, 2007
One effort that was proposed but withdrawn in the face of public resistance involved 60,000 to purchase property and a conservation easement to allow additional access to the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. That one was fairly controversial, notes Orsello. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Ranch owner opens lands to disabled veterans May 20, 2007
The ranch borders 10 miles of the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge. Four miles of the Musselshell River flow through it. (Missoulian, MT)
Amon Carter Museum Returns to Offering Free Admission for All Special Exhibitions May 11, 2007
The Carter's renowned collection of American paintings and sculpture, including the world's most important collection of works by Frederic Remington and Charles M. Russell, are on permanent display. Source: Amon Carter Museum. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Few takers for conservation fund grants May 2, 2007
-- 60,000 to the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge for property acquisition. -- 200,000 to The Nature Conservancy for the Blackfoot Community Conservation area. (Helena Independent Record)
Supreme Court upholds artist settlement Mar 15, 2007
- The Montana Supreme Court has upheld a lower court's reduction in punitive damages awarded to a Great Falls art expert in a dispute over a painting thought to have been the work Charles M. Russell. Jurors awarded Steve Seltzer $20 million in punitive damages and $1. (Helena Independent Record)
Making room for art Feb 18, 2007
It's a tight squeeze in the vault of the Montana Museum of Art and Culture, and it just got tighter with the addition of 161 works of historical Western art from Charles M. Russell to Edgar Paxson. GET THIS STORY DELIVERED TODAY. (Missoulian, MT)
Frankfort Community School District BOE accepting nominations into FCHS Special Achievement Society Jan 7, 2007
Those that have been inducted thus far are: Robert Gene Burton; Robert Durham; Dr. Albert D. Fasol, PhD.; Charles M. Russell; Barbara (Lockard) Zimmerman; Jean Barker Cantwell; Harold O Neil; Dr. Frank E. Trobaugh Jr.; Edward S. Fris; Primo Angeli; Mike Adkins; L. Goebel Patton; Dr. Albert Dean Kern; Timothy H. Bowyer; Bob G. Gower; James B. Wright; Dr. Jack Saylor; James Morton Smith; Norton B. Gilula; Mary Ellen Dillard; Danny Shelton; Sam Nolen; Debra Perkins; Eloise Delap; Mark Michalic; and... (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
