Merrimans to seed grass mixture for cow grazing

Sue Roesler
Oct 7, 2021
Oct 7, 2021 Updated Oct 10, 2021

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MALTA, Mont. – The Merrimans took a quick trip to Anna’s aunt and uncle’s place near Gillette, Wyo., and hiked Devil’s Tower.

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