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Montana May Be Ranked Even Worse For Retirement Than We Thought
We've written about how well Montana ranks as an option for retirees in the past, but a new report shows that Montana might be much less favorable than the first report indicated. At the beginning of 2024, the financial website Wallet Hub ranked Montana as being a top 10 state...
Montana Drivers See Fewer Speeding Tickets in the Treasure State
Raise your hand if you remember when Montana didn't have a posted speed limit. For a short time when driving on Montana's highways you were expected to be "reasonable and prudent" when it came to driving speeds. It looks like Montana continues the tradition of being "reasonable and prudent" at least compared to our neighbors.
Tour University of Montana’s New Dining Center with Epic Drone Footage
We all have memories of the school cafeteria. The days you would anticipate what kind of mystery meat the lunch lady was serving up that day. Or, if you were lucky, it was pizza day. As the popular Adam Sandler song "Lunch Lady Land" goes, "Yesterday's meatloaf is today's sloppy joes." With cafeteria food, you just have to either accept what is on the day's menu or go without it.
Stylists Offer Free Haircuts to Missoula Elementary School Students
With the average price of a child’s haircut coming in at about $20, parents are always looking for a bargain. I spoke with Franklin Elementary School Principal Greg Harrison on Thursday who said for the second year in a row, his school and Hawthorne Elementary will receive free haircuts by appointment next week, in preparation for the new school year.
New Video Surfaces of That Huge Grizzly Family in Yellowstone
It looks like there's one family that's been able to "bear" one another in Yellowstone National Park this summer. While many families' nerves can be frayed trying to navigate the crowds, this mama grizzly with five cubs in tow has been able to avoid the crowds for most of the season.
Altercation in Missoula: Police Struggle With Non-Compliant Male
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 9, 2024, Missoula Police Department Officers were dispatched to a male vs. female disturbance near the Albertson’s on Oxford Street. A 911 caller stated a male had “beat up” a female. According to court documents, the female involved in this altercation was never located for a statement.
Missoula DUI Investigation Leads to Unexpected Drug Discovery
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 10, 2024, Missoula Police Department officers were conducting a DUI investigation. Due to the way the DUI vehicle was parked, three vehicles pulled up behind it on Front Street and were not able to continue westbound onto Broadway. They were told to turn around. The first vehicle in the line-up successfully completed a U-turn and left the area. The second vehicle, driven by 34-year-old Jerome McNeill, backed into a vehicle behind him causing an accident.
Montana Parents: Keep This Popular Toy Out of Your Child’s Mouth
I just got a new puppy, and similar to small children, most of my time lately is spent keeping things out of the puppy's mouth that shouldn't be there. Fortunately, she'll grow out of this tendency much faster than a baby or toddler would. For parents, worrying about a child putting something inappropriate in their mouth can last until the child is three years old, and it can cause a lot of stress and worry.
Montana’s Economy Is Better Than Most: Here’s Why
According to a recent Wallet Hub article comparing the best states to live in, Montana ranked 15th overall. One metric, they used was our economy, where Montana ranks third. I reached out to Wallet Hub to find out more about the reasons for the ranking. I spoke with Chip Lupo...
Me Wow! CatVideoFest Missoula Lets You Help Local Humane Society
Most of you are probably old enough to remember the early days of Facebook and YouTube. Ah, yes, the glory days where every other video clip was the amusing antics of a cat! And sure, you still can enjoy plenty of them. They just have a lot more competition than they used to.
Montana Has Two Of The Cheapest Grocery Stores In The Nation.
Over the last few years, it seems like the prices of everything have been on the rise. Home prices, gas, utilities, and rent are just a few of the things that Montanans are paying more for these days. One of the biggest increases consumers have seen is the price of groceries. It started with the whole pandemic and it seems like many of us are still trying to make ends meet.
Missoula’s ZACC Offers Adult ‘Rock’ Camp
Summer camps for kids in Montana are starting to wind down for the season. The kids now have to shift gears and get ready for another school year. Now it's time for the adults to look forward to an exciting camp for those who dream of being a Rock Star.
Serial Walmart Thief Arrested In Missoula, Caught With Stolen Items
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 14, 2024, Missoula Police Department Officers were dispatched to a report of a theft that had just occurred at the Walmart on US Hwy 93 S. An officer was informed that a male had stolen food items and had fled the scene on a red bicycle. The officer located the male in an alley off Kemp Ave. The officer contacted the male and explained that he matched the description of someone who had just committed a crime.
It Happened to You: Bob Wire’s Latest, “Missoula Hurricane”
It probably won't become a million seller and a big hit on TikTok. But if you want to remember what it was like to go through Missoula's severe thunderstorm "parody laureate" Bob Wire has probably penned an instant classic. Whether you ran out of power, or ice, or just couldn't...
KGRZ’ “The Daily Drive” Is Loaded With Great Interviews Next Week
This Monday, August 19th KGRZ launches its new show "The Daily Drive With Ace Sauerwein." The new show will feature everything you need and want to know about the University of Montana Grizzlies. Interviews, analysis and previews of all Griz sports - football, volleyball, soccer, cross country, basketball, softball and track and field.
World’s Best Husband is from Montana? Olympic Couple Goes Viral
As a man from Montana, I am proud of the image the rest of the country has for us. People view Montanans as tough and hearty people. Cowboys and miners swinging hammers or hauling hay. This is why I am willing to bet that most people don't view Montana men as affectionate and cuddly... Until now.
Missoula Mayor Addresses the Budget and the Homeless
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis responded to my request to appear on Talk Back on Wednesday morning to address issues about the upcoming budget and the response to homelessness. Mayor Davis Appeared on Talk Back to Explain the City Budget. Davis began by describing her own...
New Course Could Land You a Job at Upcoming Missoula Concerts
You know that feeling you get when the lights go down right before the headlining act takes the stage? The feeling of anticipation and excitement. The feeling you needed so much that you paid to buy a ticket and experience it. That feeling is all thanks to dozens of people behind the scenes who make concerts and live events happen.
3 Common Grocery Items That Montanans Love to Buy May Be More Expensive This Fall
The other day I was at the grocery store and the checker told me, "You need to clip coupons." She held my receipt like a scroll and scrutinized my purchases. "Do you think I could have saved money based on what I bought?" I replayed my grocery list in my head--what did I buy? Was there fancy cheese? Wine? Avacado toast?
Montana is the First State to Apply for Federal Broadband Funds
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The federal government has allocated $40 billion to expand high-speed internet access through the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, and Montana officials are proud to be the first in line to access those funds. I spoke with Misty Ann Giles, Director of the...
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