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The Truth About The Deadliest Earthquake In Montana History
Earthquakes are fairly common in Montana, and the state is the 4th most seismically active in America. A portion of Yellowstone National Park, home to the world's largest super volcano, is in Montana. As we approach the anniversary of the the largest earthquake ever recorded in Montana, here's a look back at that terrifying night and the destruction it caused.
Montana's top court strikes down parental consent law for minors seeking abortion
(Reuters) -Montana's highest court on Wednesday ruled that a law requiring minors to get parental consent when seeking an abortion violated the state's constitution, upholding a legal challenge by Planned Parenthood.
New Extended Weather Outlook Predicts Epic Winter in Montana
Are you ready for winter? According to a new extended weather forecast, a cold and snowy winter is on the way for Montana. Here's what to expect. Temperatures across Montana are already starting to cool down, and before long, the state with be blanketed in a coating of fluffy white snow. Winters in Montana can be absolutely brutal, but this winter could be one for the record books, according the Farmers' Almanac. The extended winter weather forecast is predicting several massive snow storms and wet weather across much of the northern U.S.
U.S. News and World Report Names St. Patrick’s Best in Montana
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Once again, the prestigious U.S. News and World Report has named Missoula’s Providence St. Patrick Hospital as the best medical facility in the state. I spoke with Dr. James McKay, Chief Medical Officer at Providence St. Patrick Hospital about the distinction. U.S. News and...
FWP lifts hoot-owl restrictions on several rivers
HELENA, Mont. — Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks lifted fishing restrictions for several rivers, effective at 12:00 a.m. Wednesday. The following southwest Montana rivers will have hoot-owl restrictions lifted:. Gallatin River. East Gallatin River. Shields River. Madison River between the town of Ennis and Ennis Reservoir. The following west-central...
Here’s Some Good Montana Housing News for a Change
It will take some time to move in, but if you're struggling to find housing in Missoula, Hamilton, or other Montana cities, there are some positive new developments to report this week. The projects sometimes involve entirely new units, housing facilities to help the homeless, or rehabilitating and renovating existing...
Nonprofit Sues Montana DEQ Over Gallatin Mine Approval
A 2021 revision to Montana’s Opencut Mining Law has raised persistent concerns around community safety and the DEQ’s capacity to fulfill its regulatory duties effectively. The Gateway Conservation Alliance, a Gallatin Gateway-based nonprofit created in July 2023 to address critical issues that threaten the area's water quality, citizen health, traffic safety and wildlife, alleges that House Bill 599 enables arbitrary loopholes in the opencut mining permitting process.
MSU's President Waded Cruzado to retire June 2025, ending a 15-year tenure
Montana State University President Waded Cruzado has announced her plans to retire in June 2025, concluding a transformative 15-year tenure at the helm of Montana's land-grant university. MSU's President Waded Cruzado to retire June 2025, ending a 15-year tenure. The following is a press release from Montana State University:BOZEMAN, Mont....
Helena Capital alum, Havre head football coach Jake Eldridge found a home on the Hi-Line
HELENA — One decision can change your life and Havre High head football coach Jake Eldridge is a great example of that. 20 years ago after Mark Samson, the former Helena Capital football coach, was hired to be the head coach at Montana State Northern, he asked Eldridge, an all-state performer and multi-sport state champion with the Bruins, to join him in Havre and play for the Lights.
Shepperd's Candy celebrates 70 years, recovery from accident last fall
BUTTE, Mont. -- Mining City sweet tooths should remember last October when their favorite confectionery, Shepperd's Candy, received a sour surprise: a pickup truck through the front of their store. But thanks to the support of a community that has studiously stood beside Shepperd's for seventy years, life has never...
2024 fall sports preseason begins
The 2024 high school fall sports season is about to begin. It might seem like spring sports just ended, but time and tide wait for no man, including sports fans. The 2024 fall season officially starts on August 15, as this is the first day high school golf can practice. Then on August 16, all the other high school sports teams can officially practice.
Dominant pitching, clean defense propelled Billings Scarlets to Legion World Series berth
BILLINGS — The drought is over. After the Billings Scarlets claimed the Northwest Regional tournament on Sunday, Montana is sending a team to the American Legion baseball World Series for the first time since Billings' Post #4 went back in 1962. “I'd say that statistic was a big thing...
Columbia Falls hosting conference champion Montana, Gonzaga soccer teams for exhibition
KALISPELL — Residents of the Flathead Valley are used to seeing top-tier soccer programs vie for victory on the fields of Columbia Falls, Whitefish and Kalispell. Local teams have played in state championships for the last seven consecutive years, nabbing eight trophies, including a sweep by Whitefish’s teams last fall. Athletes from Flathead and Glacier always top the all-state Class AA honor lists, while the Class A lists are almost entirely swamped by Bulldogs and Wildcats players.
Clarkston Fire Service to receive boost in funding
THREE FORKS, Mont. — The Clarkston Fire Service area will be receiving a boost in funding. The Gallatin County Commissioners approved the fire services request to increase its per unit fee from $182 to $292. The rate went into effect last month and will increase annually for three years...
What are film crews doing in Butte – and is that who I think it is?
Butte, Montana is no stranger to movie sets or big productions. In the 1960s, George Hamilton raced through Uptown Butte on a motorcycle while portraying the legendary Evel Knievel. Fast forward to the early 2000s and we remember the transformation of the then-standing-but-closed M&M into a set for the Wim Wenders movie "Don't Come Knocking". Remember that?
Changes in Real Estate Commissions Could Lower Missoula Home Prices
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - According to the National Association of Realtors, a recent national settlement over the current real estate commission structure could possibly help lower home prices. I spoke with Brint Wahlberg, President of the Missoula Organization of Realtors who described the current method of buying and selling...
Bozeman city staff to take slower approach on UDC project
BOZEMAN, Mont. — Former Bozeman Mayor Cyndy Andrus announced last year the postponement of the Unified Development Code project inside City Hall. Due to growing concerns from residents having a lack of knowledge of the project. Having nearly a year to reflect, Bozeman Mayor Terry Cunningham believes it was...
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