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Montana Man Survived 5 Days on Creek Water
Montana Tough. That's what Zachary Demoss and his family, friends are. This young man wrecked his motorcycle in the high country of Idaho, busting up his body, yet withstood five painful days and nights until rescued. Zachary's ordeal began August 11th on a ride with two friends along mountain highway...
Montana Entertainer Flint Rasmussen to Be Inducted into Hall of Fame
He has delighted the crowds from the dirt arena for decades. Soon he will shine in another hall of fame. Flint Rasmussen's resume would read like a TV star:. All this according to the press release from the hall of fame folks. Professional Bull Riders (PBR), Official Entertainer, 2006 to...
Dangerous Montana Pursuit: Reckless Driver Arrested After High-Speed Chase
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 18, 2024, a Montana Highway Patrol Trooper observed a blue Honda Accord driving west on Pulp-Mill Road with no front bumper or front license plate. As the vehicle turned west onto Mullan, the trooper decided to initiate a traffic stop. As the trooper was approaching the suspect vehicle, it immediately sped up.
Grillmasters unite for annual BBQ showcase
As Treasure State residents continue to enjoy the spoils of grilling season, aficionados of the craft will once again come together for a celebration of all things barbecue with the 2024 return of the Montana Pitmaster Classic. The official State BBQ Championship returns to Bozeman’s Kenyon Noble Lumber & Hardware Friday and Saturday, August 23rd and 24th.
Montana doubles number of inmates at Arizona private prison
The Montana Department of Corrections has doubled the number of Montana inmates living at a CoreCivic correctional facility in Arizona this month, entering into a new contract with the company that will keep Montana prisoners at the facility at least through July 2026. According to Department of Corrections Director Brian Gootkin, the state still needs […]
‘Cats gunning to become latest Big Sky team to knock off Mountain West foe
BOZEMAN, Montana — The ever-changing landscape of college football continues to evolve and perhaps the most consistent factor is the unpredictability of it all. It’s murky out West in particular, especially with the dissolution of the Pac 12. What will become of Oregon State and Washington State? How will Oregon and Washington and USC fair in the Big Ten?
Bobcats excited for national television opportunity
BOZEMAN, Mont. – College football season is here, and Saturday is a big day for Montana State fans. The Bobcats will open their season with a Week Zero game on the road against New Mexico. Despite playing an FBS team, the Bobcats are favored to win by double digits.
Professional rodeo to delight Butte crowds this weekend
BUTTE, Mont. — The first PRCA and WPRA sanctioned rodeo for the Mining City in 13 years is getting started. The Butte Vigilante Rodeo runs from now through Sunday at Harrington Arena on the south side of town, with around 200 competitors from across the nation competing in a variety of events. Events include barrel racing, bareback, calf roping, saddle bronc, and steer wrestling.
Avoiding risk: Keeping kids safe in bear country
SALT LAKE CITY — There has been a rash of recent incidents involving bears and people. Utah experienced a microburst of conflicts this summer, with three incidents straddling the closing days of July and the onset of August. Then, last week, while camping at Perry's RV just south of...
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