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Northstars Survive Elimination Against Rival
The Havre Northstars played in a second consecutive elimination game on Saturday morning, taking on rivals Lewistown at the 2024 North ‘A’ District Tournament in Lethbridge. The Northstars would prevail in a (7-4) win. Lewistown got on the board in the first inning on an RBI groundout. Just...
Colorful Memories in the Falls About Holiday Village Mall
Colorful Memories in the Falls About Holiday Village Mall. As of late, it seems that our local mall has been in the headlines a few times for both good and not so great news. Recently the good news was that Great Falls would be keeping the Big Lots store located in Holiday Village Mall.
Journey Emerson, former Lame Deer record-setting star, dies in car accident
BILLINGS — Former Lame Deer boys basketball star Journey Emerson, who set the state single-game scoring record to help make the Morning Stars one of the best stories in Montana sports in 2022, died Friday in a car accident on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation, his former coach Tiger Scalpcane told The Billings Gazette and 406 MT Sports on Friday night.
Proposed golf course on the Big Hole gets mixed feedback
BUTTE, Mont. — With its world-famous fishery, the Big Hole River attracts thousands of tourists every year. But a new proposed tourist attraction, a golf course, is raising some eyebrows. The sound of construction just off Burma Road in Madison County is ever present this summer, as an 18-hole...
How They Made It: Missoula Teens Trapped Under Power Lines
It's the most frightening video from Wednesday night's severe thunderstorm in Missoula. Two teens trying to drive home when they were trapped under power poles snapping off like match sticks on Lower Miller Creek Road. It's also one of the best lessons from the big storm. Be patient, pray, and...
One dead, seven injured in crash near Lame Deer Friday afternoon
BIG HORN COUNTY, Mont. - One driver is dead in a two-car crash that left seven other people injured on Highway 212 just after 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 26. A report from Montana Highway Patrol with Northern Cheyenne BIA investigating states the 21-year-old male driver of a Hyundai Sonata heading east started to pass another vehicle in a no-passing zone when it hit a Jeep Grand Cherokee head-on, causing the Jeep to roll, land its roof, and catch on fire.
Alpine Theatre Project presents annual Broadway Concert Series Thursday, August 1st
Front Row Center co-host Lauren Korn speaks with the Executive Director of Whitefish’s Alpine Theatre Project, Cynthia Benkelman, about the organization’s 20th anniversary and about their upcoming Broadway Concert Series. From the ALP website:. 2 different concerts; 1 incredible series!. Broadway Stars in Concert:. Join some of Broadway’s...
Laurel freshman Emerson Gunther sparks Navy to Veterans Memorial Softball Classic crown
BELGRADE — After surrendering the lead in the bottom of the sixth Saturday night, Navy needed a spark in the championship game of the 11th Annual Veterans Memorial Softball Classic. Emerson Gunther was happy to oblige. The freshman from Laurel hit a leadoff double high off the left field...
Blacktail Canyon Fire remains steady in size over weekend, 95% contained
UPDATE: July 28 at 8:20 a.m. The Blacktail Canyon Fire near Butte remained at 80 acres burned over the weekend. Crews now have the fire 95% contained. The public is still advised to stay out of recreation areas close to the fire zone, including the Continental Divide Trail and the Silver Bow Archery Range in Thompson Park.
Chip-seal project to begin on Higgins, Brooks, Mount in Missoula
MISSOULA, Mont. — A chip-sealing project on Higgins Avenue, Brooks Street and Mount Avenue will begin July 29 and end Aug. 2, weather permitting. Work is slated for Brooks Street from Mount Avenue to Higgins Avenue, on Higgins Avenue from Brooks Street to Mount Avenue, and on Mount Avenue from Higgins Avenue to Brooks Street.
UM political science course teaches wilderness policy on horseback
MISSOULA, Mont. — The University of Montana's Wilderness Pack Trip course takes students on horseback to teach about wilderness policy. The two-credit, five day course takes students across the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex. This year the class traveled 24 miles on horseback through the Pyramid Pass area of the...
Manhattan's Ivan Roe competes in Olympic men's air rifle
A day after competing in the 2024 Olympic mixed team air rifle event, Manhattan's Ivan Roe appeared in the 10-meter men's air rifle qualifying in Chateauroux, France. Roe, now a sergeant in the Army based in Georgia with the U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit, scored 626.3 to place 35th overall in a field of 49 competitors.
New UM dining center nears completion
MISSOULA, Mont. — Workers are nearing the culmination of the University of Montana's New Lodge Dining Center after three long years. Eight food stations, two floors and stunning views, that’s what $43 million can get you. “Now, we’re down to the finishing touches, we’re firing up equipment ....
Fort Missoula Regional Park offers ice and water daily for residents without power
MISSOULA, Mont. — Bagged ice and water will be available everyday at Fort Missoula Regional Park off of south avenue for residents still without power. If you are still impacted you can bring your own containers as well to fill up on water but there is a limit of four bags of ice per vehicle.
Montana Griz Picked to Repeat as Big Sky Conference Champions
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The Montana Grizzlies have been picked by both the media and the Big Sky Conference to repeat as champions this season. I spoke with Eric Taber, UM Athletic Director for football just after the announcement on Sunday that the Griz would repeat as conference champions.
Custer Gallatin National Forest displays art for Smokey Bear's 80th birthday
BOZEMAN, Mont. — The Custer Gallatin National Forest will celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th birthday with an artwork tour Aug. 12 to Aug. 23. The tour will feature artwork of Smokey, by Rudolph "Rudy" Wendelin. The replica paintings were completed from 1979 to 1996 and are known as the most...
Mini Pro Wrestlers Invade Popular Montana Bar This Summer
Pro wrestling has always been a sport that is centered around BIG EGOS. Not to mention BIG wrestlers. Take legends like Andre the Giant. The stories of Andre drinking 156 beers in one sitting, or how much he could eat. Or other greats like Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage. Imagine taking those famous wrestlers' egos and packing them into a MUCH smaller wrestler. Then you have yourself the "badest little show on earth."
Missoula Gyro Restaurant Up For Sale
The Missoula restaurant landscape seems to be constantly changing. New restaurants open, some close, and some restaurants combine forces under one roof. There is an opportunity for the right person to own a Missoula restaurant that has been around for decades. Acropolis Gyros at 117 South Ave. West, has announced that they are for sale. They shared the announcement via their Facebook page.
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