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Open Letter To Travelers: Be Nice To Missoula Airport Employees
This weekend flat-out stunk if you were traveling, especially on Delta Air Lines. It reached such desperate levels that the Department of Transportation is investigating Delta after more flights were canceled on Tuesday. Over 5,500 flights have been deleted since Friday's outage, according to CBS News. The outage threw a...
Popular Montana Trail Bridges Still Not Replaced 2 Years Later
Over the weekend my wife and I went for a hike up to Woodbine Falls near Nye, Montana. In order to reach the falls, you have to cross a small section of the creek by walking or climbing over a log. Why? Two years after the floods of 2022 the trail bridge is still out.
Man Found ‘Passed Out’ in Car While Driving in Missoula
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 19, 2024, a Missoula Police Department Officer was dispatched to the area of 1215 Phillips Street regarding a man who appeared to be passed out in his vehicle while driving. When the officer arrived, the complainant pointed him toward a vehicle that was parked at the intersection of Sherwood Street and Shakespeare Street.
City to Begin Chip Sealing on Brooks, Higgins, and Mount Avenue
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The City of Missoula announced on Monday that the annual chip sealing process to protect city streets will begin on July 29. I spoke with Brian Hensel, Deputy Public Works Director for Streets in Missoula on Tuesday about the upcoming chip sealing project. Summer Means...
Looking For Quality Of Life? Check Out This Montana Town.
The older I get, the more I realize that the secret to happiness is simply being happy. There's something to be said about surrounding yourself with people you love in a place where you love doing the things that you love. It's one of the reasons so many folks come to Montana. Here in The Treasure State, life is different than in other places and while we work hard, we also enjoy the good life.
UPDATE: NorthWestern Energy Could Cut Power to Some Montana Residents
UPDATE - 7/23/24 5:11 PM:. NorthWestern Energy has expanded information on their original social media post as seen below to include: "There are no planned outages at this time. This is the earliest stage of the plan. If extreme weather conditions threaten our ability to safely operate the electrical grid, we will turn off power to help protect public safety."
Is Glacier National Park Too Busy? Then Check Out This Park
Montana's National Parks are very busy this time of year. Yellowstone continues to be on the list of the busiest parks in the country. Glacier National Park has seen its numbers dip slightly the past couple years, but is still a very popular place for people to visit. There are...
Missoula Airport Director on the Crowdstrike Computer Debacle
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On Friday, July 19, the Crowdstrike Falcon System experienced a faulty update that affected millions of Windows PCs, causing them to be caught in what was termed a ‘boot loop’. On Tuesday’s Talk Back show, ECON 101 featuring Grant Kier, CEO of the...
WATCH: Giant Yellowstone Eruption Nearly Triggers Catastrophe
Living near the edge of a supervolcano has been interesting. The thought of an apocalyptic explosion always seems to cross my mind at the most random times. With scientists saying that the Yellowstone caldera is past due on a big eruption, the thought of the big boom lingers in my mind. Now, imagine having that thought while visiting the park, and suddenly you witness an unexpected eruption. I would probably need to go find some new pants.
Montana’s Most Searched Summer Olympian + Who Will You Root For Summer 2024?
I'm not a sports fan. I'm an Olympics fan. My mom coached collegiate gymnastics when I was growing up. Fun fact: she coached at the same school where gold medalist Jade Carey attends. Probably what I like about the Olympics is the pageantry as much as the sports themselves. Yet,...
Eating Out in Missoula on a Budget: Top Spots
Most of us try to save money where we can, and eating out is an easy way to say goodbye to a whole paycheck. But it also seems like everyone's lives are so busy these days that cooking isn't always an option. And let's face it. Sometimes groceries are just as expensive as eating out, especially if you can stretch those restaurant leftovers for several days.
6 Items That Montana’s Costco Won’t Return
Costco stores in Montana are popular. I made a trip to my local Costco on the afternoon of July 3rd, right before the holiday weekend. It was impressive how many people were getting their last minute items. There have been some changes at your local Costco lately. They have gotten...
The Perfect Place to Prep for Montana Gov’s Cup in Kalispell
Not only can you take a break from the heat and the smoke while you work on your golf game- you can also join us on the microphone and be heard all across Montana. The Montana Chamber of Commerce's "Governor's Cup" golf tournament kicks off later this week in the Flathead Valley and we will be there once again.
Olympics Bound? Better Pack Your Montana Beef Snacks
Headed to the summer Olympics in Paris? You better pack your Montana beef snacks. Did you hear about these absurd restrictions on red meat that the athletes are forced to suffer under?. In case you missed it, Rachel Gabel had a great report featuring some shocking information on the Western...
State Investigating Weekend Fatal Shooting in Mineral County
Missoula County Sheriff and Coroner, Jeremiah Peterson has identified the man killed during an armed confrontation with officers in Mineral County over the weekend as a 68-year old Missoula man. The man has been identified as Richard C. Smith of Missoula. Original story. Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - For the...
Aggregation of lots sets city up for purchase of poplar farm
(Missoula Current) A collection of lots off Mullan Road would be realigned under a request by the property’s owner, making them more marketable for future development. The city also has expressed interest in one the parcels, which currently houses the wastewater treatment plant and the poplar farm. The parcels are all currently owned by the Clouse family.
Montana Air Quality Takes Another Hit From New Fires
A combination of fresh fire starts, and smoke pouring into the Northern Rockies from other states, is pushing air quality to some of the worst levels we've seen so far this summer. While a change in the weather later this week, expected as high pressure shifts east, could bring winds...
Missoula Homeless Woman Lights U.S. Post Office Bushes on Fire
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 17, 2024, Missoula Police Department Officers were dispatched to the U.S. Post Office located at 1100 Kent Avenue for a report of a fire. Call details described a homeless female lit a bush on fire next to the building and the flames were almost as tall as the flagpole. An officer responded to the Post Office and contacted the complainant who is an employee.
Man Keeps Stealing From Missoula Stores
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 16, 2024, a Good Food Store employee reported a theft. The report indicated that a male, later identified as 42-year-old Aaron Bakula, entered the store and stole $11.98 of consumable goods without paying for them and passing all points of sale. The report included photos of the suspect and the white Pontiac Bakula was driving.
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