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Montana Has Nearly The Most Expensive Energy Costs In The Nation
I'm not going to lie; when I first learned that Montana has some of the highest energy costs in the nation, I was a bit irritated. After all, Montana is home to some of the richest natural resources in the nation, yet here we are paying some of the highest prices for our energy.
Popular Fan Favorite Absent at State Fair This Year
Popular Fan Favorite Absent at State Fair This Year. The food at our Montana State Fair in Great Falls is one of the main reasons that I love when that time comes. And even though some of those favorites have come and gone over the years, one has remained a constant. Until now.
Plan for bull trout in Gunsight Lake violates federal law, groups allege
Just because climate change could affect bull trout doesn’t mean federal agencies can move them to Gunsight Lake from other St. Mary watershed lakes without complying with the law. That’s according to a notice sent Monday to Glacier National Park, the National Park Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service by two conservation groups […] The post Plan for bull trout in Gunsight Lake violates federal law, groups allege appeared first on Daily Montanan.
MHS Offers Free State Capitol Tours
The Montana Historical Society (MTHS) is now offering free tours daily that explore the art, architecture, and history of Montana’s Capitol. “We’ve been delighted by the interest in our Capitol tours so far this summer and are excited to increase the times and days they’ll be offered,” said Darby Bramble, museum education officer at MTHS. “Since the beginning of June, we’ve seen more than 600 people participate in our guided tours.”
Viking deep-fried meatball will not appear at Montana State Fair this year
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - The Sons of Norway Lodsen Lodge in Great Falls announced Monday their famous Viking booth at the Montana State Fair will not be in operation this summer due to new safety regulations for deep fryers. The Viking booth is a staple of Montana fair season, known...
Briefs: Flathead Reservation law enforcement; Malmstrom crash kills one, injures three
Lake County turns down Governor’s offer to fund temporary law enforcement on the Flathead Reservation. Lake County commissioners turned down Gov. Greg Gianforte’s offer to temporarily pay for law enforcement services on the Flathead Reservation. This is part of an ongoing fight over who will manage felony crimes.
Injured hiker rescued on "M" Trail near Bozeman
BOZEMAN, Mont. - On July 2, 2024, at 8:51 PM Gallatin County 911 Dispatch received a call from a hiker in need of assistance. The hiker had been trail running with a group when they injured their leg. The hiker provided his location indicating he was close to the top of Baldy Mountain. The hiker indicated they were in a group with three other individuals who were assisting them down the mountain.
Lawson Rises To Top Role For Townsquare in Bozeman
It’s a small city in Southern Montana along Interstate 90 where Townsquare Media operates five radio brands at radio stations that are part of the company’s foundation. Now, it has promoted its Director of Sales to Market President. Leading the Bozeman, Mont., station group for the company is...
Seeley Lake Campground closed for a couple more weeks
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Lolo National Forest will not be able to open the Seeley Lake Campground and day use area until mid-July. A social media post from the agency says workers doing initial repairs found more contamination in the water system than originally anticipated. You won't be able to enjoy the area for at least a couple more weeks. You won't be able to camp there for July 4 holiday.
City Commission to set hearings on tax increase, budget
City Commissioners will be asked during their July 2 meeting to set a public hearing on the budget and increasing property taxes for July 16. They’ll be continuing their budget discussion during the work session on July 2. As part of the budget process, the commission must hold public...
FWP News: Pallid Sturgeon Larval Drift Study
A study currently underway in the Missouri River between Fort Benton and Fort Peck Reservoir is testing how well pallid sturgeon larvae survive and move in the river during their critical first few days after hatching. Pallid sturgeon are endangered in Montana and are about the size of a grain...
Curt’s Replays: “It happened when…”
This week Replays kicks off our new series, “It happened when…” which will revisit a variety of athletic accomplishments dating back to different eras in our local (Helena) sporting history. It happened 1 week ago, when past Helena High teammates Aidan Reed and Derrick Olsen competed in...
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