Granite County Sheriff's Office

04/10/2026

Same Scam has been happening in Granite County. If received, delete text and block number if able. Law enforcement will never contact anyone for tickets or warrants over text. Any questions contact the sheriff’s office.

04/06/2026

FYI:

There is a controlled burn just east of mile marker 156 in Drummond on Interstate 90.

03/22/2026

Be advised that there is an active controlled burn near Beavertail.
There will be a lot of smoke in the area. The Sheriff's Office is aware.

03/17/2026

Happy St.Patricks Day! 💚🍀

This is a reminder to drive sober and call for a ride if need be!

03/16/2026

Granite County Sheriff’s Office K9s Julie and Jack have received donation of body armor

Granite County Sheriff’s Office, MT - K9s Julie and Jackhave received bullet and stab protective vests thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Julie’s vest was embroidered with the sentiment “In memory of Sgt. Michael Ellerton - EOW 7/1/25”. K9 Jack’s vest was embroidered with the sentiment “Born to Love-Trained to Serve-Loyal Always”.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted, and National Institute of Justice (NIJ) certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided over 6,348 vests valued at $6.9 million to K9s in all 50 states,made possible by both private and corporate donations.

The program is open to U.S. dogs at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K9s throughout the United States.

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., accepts tax-deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $1,050 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1800.00, weighs an average of 4-5 lbs., and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call (508) 824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events, and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org (http://www.vik9s.org/), or you may mail your contribution to P.O. Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.

03/10/2026

Granite County has received a few reports of this exact scam!

NEVER give out personal information!

Stay safe and report any suspicious activity to the Sheriff's Office.

Good morning, Park County!

I would like warn everyone of a scam that is going around our community. If you receive the below text message from the Montana Department of Motor Vehicles, it is a SCAM! Do not reply, or click the links. Whenever you receive a message that seems suspicious, please do a little research before clicking on anything and feel free to call in and ask a Deputy if it’s a scam! Dispatch (406)222-2050.

-Sheriff Tad Dykstra

This is an ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎automated alert from the Montana
Department of Motor ‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎Vehicles.
Enforcement for unre‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎solved violations will begin on March 8.
Our system‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ has identified an outstanding traffic fine linked to your records.
Under Montana
Admin‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎istrative Code 16C-16.003, failure to resolve this penalty by March 7, 2026 may lead to:

- Registrat‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ion suspension starting March 8
- 30-day driver’s license restriction
- Additional administrative fees up to 35%
- Negative impact on your official driving record
- Pote‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ntial civil action and credit implications

Please settle this obligation immediately via the secure portal:
Failure to resp‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‎ond will result in automatic license suspension.
Reply Y to confirm receipt.

03/04/2026

A 41-year-old Granite County man was arrested on felony theft, criminal trespass to property, and drug-related charges after reports of theft in Hall.
The male suspect was on probation for prior drug charges. Montana Probation and Parole obtained a warrant to search the suspect's home and vehicle. During the search, using Granite County K-9s, officers and deputies found what appeared to be methamphetamine, prescription drugs, and drug paraphernalia.
The suspect was charged with Criminal Possession of Dangerous Drugs, Criminal Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Felony Theft of Property, and Criminal Trespass to Property. He is being held at the Granite County Jail on a $50,000 bond.
Granite County Sheriff wants to thank the citizens of Hall for their community policing and for being vigilant. People of Granite County play a crucial role in keeping our towns safe.

03/02/2026

We would like to thank Irondog K9 International for awarding us the 3rd place prize in their K9 Tebow grant!

We received the grant check as well as K9 Medical kits for Jack and Julie along with some bandanas.

We are very appreciative of Irondog’s Organization for providing us with these resources.

We would also like to thank our community who have donated to our K9’s.

02/27/2026

Notice of Open Position for Legal Assistant / Paralegal in Granite County Attorney’s Office

Notice is given that the Granite County Attorney’s Office will be hiring a full-time Legal Secretary / Paralegal as soon as possible to work at the Granite County Courthouse, 220 North Sansome Street, Philipsburg, Montana. Applicant interviews are expected to be held on March 9 and 10, 2026. The position includes receptionist and secretarial duties along with paralegal duties. For further information regarding the position such as the job description with qualifications, pay scale, and submitting applications, please contact the Granite County Commission’s Assistant, Maranda Williams, at 406-859-7023 (tel.) or [email protected] (e-mail), with any questions. Previous work experience with a law firm or an attorney is required. The position does come with healthcare insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and paid sick and vacation leave. Application forms may be found and printed from Granite County’s website. Completed applications should be submitted to Commission’s Assistant, Maranda Williams in-person at the County Commission’s Office on the main floor of Granite County Courthouse, by e-mail, or by mail at P.O. Box 925, Philipsburg, Montana 59858. Granite County is an equal opportunity employer. This position will be open until filled.

02/23/2026

Media Release:

02/17/2026

🔥 Help Protect Our Community from Wildfire! 🔥

Granite County is updating our Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP), and we need YOUR input!
Your feedback will help guide projects that keep homes, forests, and families
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