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Portions of Blackfoot River closed due to downed power lines
BONNER, Mont. — Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced the upper Blackfoot River from River Junction Fishing Access Site to Russel Gates Memorial Fishing Access Site are closed. The closures are due to safety concerns caused from power lines knocked in the water from Wednesday's severe storm. Montana Fish,...
Missoula MMA Fighter Justin Harbison Fights Tonight
Montana is a state that has its share of tough people. We have had some successful fighters that have stepped up to prove that. One of the most popular UFC fighters around is Sean O'Malley, from Helena. He has shined in the spotlight of the UFC. Sean O'Malley ESPY Winner.
UM gives update on storm recovery, says power not restored, end of summer term will be impacted
MISSOULA, Mont. - University of Montana provided an update to social media on Thursday, July 25, on their recovery efforts in the wake of the destruction caused by Wednesday night's storm. UM says that crews are continuing to clear debris while waiting for power to be restored and that numerous...
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."
Flathead Cherry Festival celebrates cherries, community
Although this year’s cherry harvest is meager, thanks to last winter’s prolonged deep freeze, it won’t stop locals and tourists alike from attending the much-anticipated Flathead Cherry Festival. The annual event returns to Polson July 27-28, filling downtown with cherry-themed festivities, food vendors, music, and diverse artisans and crafters.
Successes of educational programs touted during governor’s public forum
SHERIDAN — Officials touted the successes of several programs in Wyoming schools and colleges aimed toward economic development during a Tuesday town hall with Gov. Mark Gordon at Sheridan College. Wyoming Innovation Partnership, Career and Technical Education programs and the Reimagining and Innovating the Delivery of Education initiative have been successful in Sheridan’s schools, according to Gordon, Sheridan County School District 2 Superintendent Scott Stults and Northern Wyoming Community College District President Walt Tribley. ...
The Collective Arts Festival 2024, Aug. 10
Local arts organizations have joined forces to present the Collective Arts Festival, a day-long celebration of the arts, on Saturday, Aug. 10, at Whitney Commons in downtown Sheridan. While appearing on Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse, Executive Director of SAGE Community Arts, Jill Benson, said local arts organizations have formed the...
Highest Grossing Film Out Of Montana Will Blow Your Mind
How did we not know this movie was partially filmed in Montana? Was our childhood a lie?. The movie business in Montana has been booming lately. Big Sky Country has seen several high-profile and independent film productions come to Montana. Everything from horror to westerns to dramatic movies has set up shop in Montana.
Willow Presentation Explores Indigenous Knowledge, Practice
MISSOULA - All Nations Health Center hosted a Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) presentation by Rosalyn LaPier, Ph.D. (Blackfeet, Métis), that focused on the cultural significance of trees, particularly the willow. Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), according to the TEK Lab, is defined as knowledge and practices passed down through generations,...
'All of my favorite things in one trip': Montana wrestlers on their way to Germany
As Team Montana gathered in the backyard of a residence in west Billings for a get-together before heading for disco bowling and a wrestling session later, boys coach Mike Etchemendy of Miles City reflected. On a bright and sunny Saturday, Etchemendy recalled his days as a youth wrestler in Miles...
'Dig It Days' in Billings offers free Montana Fair tickets this year
BILLINGS, Mont. - The Montana Fair brings fun for the whole family, and this year, fairgoers have the opportunity to experience more of it for free. The popular "Dig It Days" event will be held the last two days of the Montana Fair on August 16 and 17 from 12-6 p.m.
KOA: Mutual Desire to Connect with Nature Spans Generations
BILLINGS, Mont. – The recently released the Camper Profiles report from Kampgrounds of America, Inc.(KOA) explores the changing camping landscape and its evolving demographic makeup, according to a release. The sixth installment of the Camping and Outdoor Hospitality Report finds a substantial growth of 68% of active camping households in the last decade, due to the outdoor hospitality industry expanding to include a range of accommodations, amenities and experiences–attracting a wide range of new campers.
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