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Multiple charges for Kalispell woman following hit-and-run crash
A Kalispell woman accused of hit-and-run following a traffic accident in Libby last month is facing felony drug and DUI charges.Shanita K. Lundin, 38, formerly of Libby, is accused of DUI, fourth offense, failure to give notice of an accident, driving a vehicle on a suspended license, not having required insurance for the vehicle, two counts of criminal drug possession and one count of criminal possession of drug paraphernalia.Lundin was held on $15,000 bail in the Lincoln County Detention Center, but has since been released.Lundin appeared in county District Court Monday, July 15, and pleaded not guilty to all charges....
Whitefish doctor admits defrauding Medicare and other federal health programs
MISSOULA — A Whitefish physician accused in connection with alleged schemes to defraud government health programs admitted on Wednesday to falsely billing Medicare and other health programs in a telemedicine scheme that resulted in more than $39 million in false billing, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said today. The...
UM Professor writes children's book about a hotshot firefighting crew of dogs
MISSOULA, Mont. - As fire season blazes on, new research also persists at institutes like the University of Montana. NonStop Local spoke with one professor whose research expands beyond the science world and into the community.
Massive Missoula area subdivision garners initial approval
A standalone community with its own farm and potentially hundreds of homes at the Wye west of Missoula was initially approved by county officials this week. The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board unanimously approved the Grass Valley Gardens subdivision on Tuesday, and the Missoula County Commissioners will consider the project on August 8. The subdivision includes the first four phases of a larger development and includes 445 residential units and seven commercial lots.
Missoula Police Defuse Dramatic Knife Altercation at Gas Station
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 16, 2024, Missoula Police Department Officers responded to a gas station in the 1500 block of Toole Ave. Officers were informed that a 911 caller had reported that a male had pulled a knife on another person. The 911 caller further reported that the two individuals began fighting again and that one had a stick.
Weekend Quick Links: July 20-21
Are you following along with the action from home this weekend? Or maybe you're competing at an event and need information fast. Either way, we’ve got you covered! Check out the USEA’s Weekend Quick Links for links to information including the prize list, ride times, live scores, and more for all the events running this weekend.
Missoula Police Bust Habitual Traffic Offender for a 6th DUI
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 13, 2024, at approximately 3:35 PM, a Missoula Police Department officer located a suspected impaired driving vehicle that was reported to 911. He initiated his emergency lights and the vehicle yielded in the mall parking lot near Dillards. The officer approached the vehicle and observed two occupants inside. The female in the driver's seat would be positively identified by Montana Driver's License as 48-year-old Candice Hanks.
Missoula Business Is Giving Away Free Backpacks & School Supplies
Ten-year-old me would kick my butt if he knew I was writing about going back to school in the middle of summer. At least this story benefits people attempting to save a penny ahead of the school year. Verizon-Cellular distributed a press release informing us the Missoula store will be...
Hamilton School District selects new athletics and activities director
The Hamilton School Board has approved the hiring of Jeff Newcomer (pictured) as Hamilton School District Athletics and Activities Director. Newcomer replaces Mike Gosz who retired. Newcomer has 15 years of experience at both the high school and college level. For the last eight years, he has been activities director...
University of Montana providing additional aid to middle-income families
MISSOULA, Mont. - The University of Montana (UM) is aiming to help middle-income families and students when applying to school. A specific scholarship that is intended for middle-income families has been bolstered by nearly 50%.
The Jacquees Show: A Glimpse of the Magic City's Adventurous Side
For many music lovers here in Billings, country music and classic rock holds a special place in our hearts. But as the years go by a lot of people are exploring different genres and ways to get involved in the music industry as a whole. NonStop Local recently spoke to...
Business Bites: Firehouse Steamers for sale; community kitchen opening; Joann Fabric under construction; Scheels still not moving; Old Chicago opening later this year; Stuff the Bus and more
Firehouse Steamers is listed for sale as “a turnkey food operation with premium location,” at 900 9th St. S. For more inquiries on a purchase, call Dean at 406-770-9743. Fresh Rescue Community Kitchen is opening soon at 513 2nd Ave. S. as part of St. Vincent de Paul’s operation to provide meals to those in need.
Helena native Odessa Zentz pushing to be the latest in the family with a Montana Mile title
BILLINGS — Odessa Zentz competing in the Big Sky State Games' Montana Mile is nothing new as she's set to make her fourth appearance in the prestigious race Friday at Daylis Stadium. Her actually training for it is. The timeline just hasn't lined up in other years for Zentz,...
Nichole Bluenshine's mother hope daughters accident will bring awareness to proper river safety
BILLINGS, Mont. -- It has been less than a week since Nichole Blumenshine tragically died in a drowning incident last Sunday. Her mother, Susan Blumenshine said that Nichole had been swimming ever since she was a young girl; however, even the strongest swimmers should never underestimate the power of the Yellowstone River.
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