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Two Women University Presidents to Retire at the Conclusion of This Academic Year
President of Montana State University, has announced she will retire in June 2025. Dr. Cruzado was appointed as Montana State University’s twelfth president in 2010. Over the course of her 15-year tenure, the university experienced growth in its enrollment, retention, and graduation rates; earned the prestigious Carnegie R1 research institution designation; established multiple new academic and career development initiatives; improved campus infrastructure; and secured transformative fundraising donations. Under Dr. Cruzado’s leadership, MSU significantly expanded its research and extension efforts in the field of agriculture, resulting in President Obama appointing her to the Board for International Food and Agricultural Development on two separate occasions.
St. Mary Diversion Dam project breaks ground with $100M funding boost
BABB, Mont. – The Bureau of Reclamation held a groundbreaking ceremony last week for the St. Mary Diversion Dam replacement project, a significant part of the Milk River Project. In an unfortunate event leading up to the groundbreaking, the St. Mary River siphon experienced a catastrophic failure. This ended...
Billings' Alysa Keller 12th at U20 World Championships
LIMA, Peru — Alysa Keller was 12th in the women's javelin final at the World Athletics U20 Championships Friday. China's Ziyi Yan won gold with her throw of 63.05 meters. Chinese Taipei's Pin-Hsun Chu was second with 54.28 and USA's Evelyn Bliss was third with 54.01. Keller, a 2023...
The Most Famous Alumni At Each School From The Montana Grizzlies Schedule
Football is back in Missoula and we couldn't be more excited. Last week, I created a gallery of the 2024 Montana Grizzlies Football schedule. Now we're back with a similar gallery. This time it's the 2024 Montana Grizzlies Football schedule by the opposing team's most popular alumni. "Most famous" is subjective by who you are, but I'm making my best guess as to who is the most known. I may favor the famous athletes since this is a football-related article and because I know more athletes than I do actors, politicians, artists, etc.
Billings schools help families with supplies, food, & new book vending machine program
BILLINGS, Mont. – As the new school year approaches, the Education Foundation for Billings Public Schools (BPS) is stepping up to help families with last-minute school supplies and other essential resources. A recent survey by the National Retail Federation revealed that many families are still scrambling to finish their...
This Week in Big Sky Football (Aug. 30, 2024)
FARMINGTON, Utah — Big Sky Conference football is officially back, as all 12 teams in the league are in action this weekend. Big Sky Conference host Meghan Robinson previews the upcoming slate of games, starting with Montana's home opener against Missouri State. Robinson is joined by Griz coach Bobby Hauck and former Montana receive Sammy Akem to talk about the atmosphere in Missoula.
Helena Hospital Ordered to Pay $11 Million for False Claims Act
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - A Helena hospital, St. Peter’s Health, has been ordered to pay nearly $11 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by submitting claims for payments to federal healthcare programs for services performed by an oncology doctor. I spoke with U.S....
Manhattan guard Jaden Winston is primed for a breakout sophomore season
The Manhattan Jaspers’ 2023-24 season probably did not go as new head coach John Gallagher hoped. The team finished 7-23 and battled with injuries throughout. One bright spot of last year’s team was the immediate production of then-freshman point guard Jaden Winston. The 6-foot guard from South Laurel, Md., started all 30 games and played the most minutes on the team at roughly 35 per game.
PREVIEW: Rocky Women’s Soccer Concludes Non-Conference Schedule in Georgia
BILLINGS, Mont.- Rocky Women's Soccer will face three unfamiliar opponents this weekend to wrap up its non-conference schedule in Georgia. Rocky's trip to Georgia will conclude their 2024 non-conference schedule. In Georgia, the Battlin' Bears will play three teams they have never faced in the program's history. Starting Strong. In...
River City Roots returns for 18th year
MISSOULA, Mont. — The 18th annual River City Roots festival is coming to downtown Missoula Sept. 6-7. The festival is free to the public and will feature live music, an art show, the Family Roots Fest, the 4-Mile Roots Run and local food vendors. The art show kicks off...
Double resignation shuts down recreation center, Glendive officials seek budget-friendly solutions
Following the resignations of two employees of the City of Glendive’s Recreation Department last week, officials are exploring options for relieving the city’s budget by dispersing recreational programming responsibilities to different community members and organizations, as well as terminating a lease with a local church for gym space.
What's Brewing: UM Football is Back, Car Show in Billings, Ravalli County Fair
On this week’s What’s Brewing, it's all about football, car shows, and county fairs. College football is back. UM is taking on Missouri State on August 31 at Washington-Grizzly Stadium. The annual Burn the Point Car show is happening in Billings starting Friday at 6:00 p.m. and continuing...
Family Services Host their annual fundraiser 'The Benefit' this September
BILLINGS, Mont. – Family Service's annual fundraiser, ‘The Benefit,’ is set to take place this September at the Northern Hotel in Billings. Felicia Burg, Development Director for Family Service, said the event is crucial for supporting various programs. These programs include rent assistance, utility support, food, and education services.
New early literacy programs for Great Falls kids debut at public library
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - The Great Falls Public Library is expanding their children's services and programs with the creation of three new early literacy programs for families in the Great Falls Area. Starting in September 2024, the library will be offering an advanced Bookworms Storytime, Books and Babies program, and...
KTVM viewers in Butte need to rescan channels on digital receiver
BUTTE, Mont. — Attention: If you receive KTVM the NBC Montana affiliate in Butte via antenna, you’ll need to rescan the channels on your digital receiver. If you have cable or satellite your signal will not be affected. Rescanning is simple and requires no new equipment or services.
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