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Bozeman Gallatin's Josh Woodberry becomes first Montanan to win prestigious honor
Woodberry recently became the first Montanan to be named to the Team of Distinction by the National Football Foundation. Woodberry was named to that team for his academics, his play on the football field and for his community service. Recently, the Raptors graduated their first, four-year class and one of...
Sierra Ferrell’s Grand Entrance, Major Moments at Under The Big Sky
Nobody puts Sierra Ferrell in a corner. The reigning Saving Country music Artist of the Year was set to play Sunday afternoon at the Under The Big Sky Fest in beautiful Whitefish, Montana, but it was only an hour long set, and wasn’t even direct support of the headliner Billy Strings. Part of that speaks to the talent assembled at independent country’s first ever megafest. Mt. Joy played after Sierra, and put on a rousing set per normal. But Sierra was the one that left everyone with lasting memories.
This Popular Missoula Downtown Business Is Now for Sale
My social media feeds these days includes a lot of posts about how to make extra money with a "side hustle". Maybe instead of a side hustle you can find a new career opportunity by owning your own business in downtown Missoula. Popular Missoula Restaurant For Sale. The popular breakfast...
Browning's Tahj Wells wins bull-riding buckle in first go-round at high school rodeo finals
ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Browning's Tahj Wells opened with a bang Tuesday morning at the National High School Rodeo Association finals, scoring an 82 to win the buckle in his first go-round at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Wells, Montana's state finals champion despite the theft of all his gear...
Happy Paws prepares dogs for possible evacuation
MISSOULA, MONT. — As evacuation warnings for the Miller Peak Fire continue to change, many people and businesses are nervous about what it may bring. One such business is Happy Paws, a dog-sitting and boarding service on Miller Creek Road in Missoula. They suspended daycare services to clients and...
Missoula animal control seeks foster homes for cats, kittens
MISSOULA, Mont. — Missoula County Animal Control is in urgent need of foster homes for cats and kittens in their facility. They have every age and type of cat and kitten available for foster from newborn kittens, mom and kitten combinations, and even adult cats. Animal control will provide you with the food and supplies needed to ensure you get the best foster experience for yourself and the animal.
Free ‘Fixit’ Yourself Clinic Saturday at Missoula Home Resource
That doggone doodad whatchamacallit thingamabob isn't working right or not working at all!. You don't want to spend money on a new one or on repairs, but you just don't quite have the skills to do it yourself. Where to turn? What to do?. EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO REPAIR!. A...
Fueled by crowd’s energy, athletes compete in Big Sky Community Rodeo
Editor’s note: Outlaw Partners, publisher of Explore Big Sky, is the producer of Big Sky Community Rodeo. Friday night’s Big Sky Community Rodeo began with a low hum overhead. As the hum grew louder, the audience turned to see a helicopter dangling the American flag, which circled the Big Sky events arena to the tune of the national anthem. As with any Western roundup, after the color guard, attention soon turned to the dirt—it was time for a rodeo, after all.
Mayor of Missoula included in leadership initiative
MISSOULA, Mont. — It was announced Monday that Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis is among 39 mayors selected worldwide to attend a course on leadership. The Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative provides local leaders the tools to strengthen city hall, encourage collaboration between departments and improve the lives of citizens.
33rd Annual Montana 200 - Mission Valley Super Oval
North Carolina racer Landon Huffman survives Montana 200 power outage, eager to return. “We don’t have anything like Mission Valley at home race track-wise, so that itself is unique. The area is beautiful, great backdrop.”
Laurel Chamber asks for public's help in keeping kids safe at parade
Fourth of July in Laurel, Montana - a small town celebration on the grandest of scales. Thousands of people pour into Laurel for the annual parade, pancake breakfast, Chief Joseph run, vendor and food truck event and, of course, the best fireworks show in the state. Laurel’s Chamber of Commerce handles all but the breakfast and fireworks for the holiday. This massive undertaking rests on the shoulders of Chamber Director, Camilla Story, the Chamber Board of Directors and a handful of volunteers.
Study says Helena rec facility can support itself
“Helena This Week” is reported and written By JoVonne Wagner. Send your Helena news and tips to jwagner@montanafreepress.org. A study released by the Helena Regional Sports Association for a local indoor recreation and pool facility indicates that the project would be economically sustainable and would mainly rely on events and membership fees.
Improved trails planned for former Superfund site near Anaconda
The hills bordering Anaconda’s south side, with their burgeoning quaking aspen stands and red-rock outcroppings, tempt those who crave outdoor adventure. Mountain bikers and hikers eager to experience Anaconda’s enticing uplands, however, quickly learn the challenge, and even the danger, that awaits. “They’re a bugger to climb up,”...
Status quo, for now, on city’s urban camping laws
“Helena This Week” is reported and written By JoVonne Wagner. Send your Helena news and tips to jwagner@montanafreepress.org. Helena’s urban camping policy will remain in place for now, according to city and law enforcement officials, after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that local authorities can enforce bans on people sleeping in public spaces.
Duck Creek Bridge Closures Are Coming. Public Meeting 7/15
Duck Creek bridge over the Yellowstone River west of Billings will be closed intermittently later this summer and perhaps into early fall, according to a 7/12 press release from Yellowstone County. The bridge is due for necessary scour maintenance. Yellowstone County officials said the structural repairs require "periodic, maybe lengthy...
Montana places 83 on Big Sky spring academic teams
The University of Montana Department of Athletics had 83 student-athletes on the Academic All-Big Sky Conference teams for spring sports, the league office announced on Monday. Montana had the third-highest total in the league. The Grizzlies had 28 selections from the women's outdoor track and field team, 26 from the...
Haze in Jackson Hole coming from wildfires in Idaho, Oregon and Montana
JACKSON, Wyo. — For those wondering where the haze that’s settled in Jackson Hole is coming from, the answer is wildfires to the west of the valley. The smoke from several large wildfires blazing in eastern Oregon, central Idaho and southern Montana is blowing east and settling in the valley, according to Brett McDonald, Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Riverton, Wyoming.
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