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John Montoya added to Depot’s Puzzle Unveiling Event Tuesday Evening
It looks like they're expecting a party Tuesday evening at the Depot. As we previously announced last week nationally renowned Americana artist Eric Dowdle will be in town for the official unveiling of his "Butte, America" puzzle, the image of which has yet to be revealed. Judging from some of his past work, we are in for a pleasant surprise at tomorrow's unveiling which will begin at 5pm at the Butte Depot with Stephanie Sorini and members of the Butte Chamber of Commerce. Organizers have just announced that local multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Montoya will be providing music. The following is a release from the Chamber:
Fans Buzz with Theories on How ‘Yellowstone’ Will Conclude
The Bitterroot Valley and Missoula are hosts to a major television production as I am writing this. Season 5 of the hit television drama, "Yellowstone" is filmed in our backyard. In seasons 1-3, the show had been mostly filmed in Utah, and occasional scenes took place on Chief Joseph Ranch in Darby, MT. But, for seasons 4 and 5, the entire production moved to Montana.
Shepherd cattle operation shares plans for eco-friendly feedlot
On a sunny, blue-sky weekday at Turk Stovall’s sprawling feedlot in Shepherd, employees drive machinery back and forth at the top of a broad hill. Below is a grid of fences—some are full of cattle, others contain giant piles of manure taller than the animals themselves. Stovall says...
Victim of fatal stabbing on Bench Blvd. in Billings ID'd
UPDATE: July 2 at 4:30 p.m. CONTENT WARNING: Graphic details of violence and injury from charging documents may be disturbing to read. More information was released regarding the fatal stabbing that happened at a mobile home on Bench Boulevard in Billings on Friday, June 28. Charging documents said dispatch received...
Burning to close in Missoula Co. Tuesday
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Missoula County Fire Protection Association announced outdoor burning season will close Tuesday in Missoula County. All burning must be completed by 4 p.m. Monday. Fire danger is currently moderate, officials urge the public to exercise caution while enjoying the holiday season. For information on fireworks...
Montana State University Extension announces members of sixth class of REAL Montana program
BOZEMAN — Twenty current and emerging leaders from Montana’s natural resource industries have been selected to take part in the sixth class of a Montana State University Extension program offering in-depth education and training in the agriculture and natural resource industries. The program is called REAL Montana; REAL stands for Resource Education and Agriculture Leadership.
The Hottest, Most Beautiful New Listings For Sale in MT Vol 14
BUTTE, MT - It's no secret that Montana has been seeing a recent, massive influx of new residents and transplants, hailing from all across the U.S. and beyond. I don't blame any of them, since Montana has so much to offer that no other state can match. However, if I keep going along with this train of thought, I will be reprimanded by the locals. Whether people want outsiders to move here or not, it's going to happen, so why not steer into the skid? Plus, I have yet to meet anyone here who was not kindhearted and friendly, whether they were a transplant or a native. Man, Montana is really cool.
Can you spot the bear? Yellowstone guide issues challenge
A Montana-based guide who leads hiking expeditions in Yellowstone National Park on Friday tweeted a landscape image and asked followers if they could spot the black bear. “I’ve been told my more recent ‘Find the Animal Friday’ posts have been way too easy,” Douglas Scott declared. “This one is a little more challenging.” Can you spot the black bear? Photo: Douglas Scott Scott, who runs The Outdoor Society, granted ForTheWin Outdoors permission to use the image and supplied a second image that we’ve posted below to serve as a hint for those who might struggle initially to spot the bear (as I did.) Can...
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...
Researcher at University of Montana in Missoula Possibly Facing Federal Prison for Falsifying Records
MISSOULA - The U.S. Attorney's Office says a researcher at the University of Montana has admitted to charges of falsifying documents in a federal investigation. The defendant, Braxton Alan Norwood, 43, of Marburg, Germany, pleaded guilty on June 27 to a superseding information charging him with falsification of records in a federal investigation. Norwood faces a maximum of 20 years in prison, a $250,000 fine and at least three years of supervised release.
Fire department encourages firework safety for July 4th weekend
City of Bozeman Fire Chief, Josh Waldo says, "We want to make sure that you're shooting fireworks away from any kind of flammable materials. You want to make sure you're away from homes, you've got water nearby" and continues,"afire extinguisher is also a great tool to have. If the firework doesn't discharge appropriately, and you feel like you have what we would call a dud, give it time. Do not rush in there to inspect this thing. . . five, ten, even fifteen minutes."
Entitlement funds could help Pyramid, but city nonprofits want the money
(Missoula Current) Looking to keep a struggling mill in Seeley Lake from closing for good, Missoula County may look to steer a one-time state grant toward the operation. Commissioners and the county’s grant administrators met Monday to discuss the parameters of a Community Development Block Grant earmarked for economic development toward Pyramid Mountain Lumber, which announced its plans to close earlier this year.
MSU to host groundbreaking ceremony for new indoor athletic complex
BOZEMAN, Mont. — Montana State University announced it will be holding a groundbreaking ceremony for its new indoor athletic complex. The facility is fully funded by donors and includes a 100-yard field, a 300-meter track, a meeting room and restrooms. It will be located south of Bobcat Stadium and west of the Bobcat Track and Field Complex along South 11th Avenue.
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