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Gianfortes don’t see property tax rates rise like their neighbors
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte has been panned by residents, fellow Republicans and his political opponent for his decision to agree to a state budget that walloped most Montana residents with substantial increases in property taxes, while cutting rates for business. That has led to notable acrimonious disagreements between the Republican-led administration and cross-section of conservative […]
Jeff Ament Revisits Pearl Jam’s Montana Concerts in Exclusive Special
Ahead of Pearl Jam’s highly anticipated concert in Missoula, Montana, SiriusXM’s Pearl Jam Radio (Ch. 22) is airing a new special hosted by bassist Jeff Ament about his and the band’s history in Montana. The exclusive show will premiere on Wednesday, August 21, at 11am ET and be available on the SiriusXM app with a subscription and free trial.
Montana asserts its water rights to protect fisheries, recreation on several major rivers
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is asserting the water rights it holds in 10 Montana rivers to keep more water in cold-water fisheries facing low flows wrought by this winter’s meager snowpack. FWP water rights and instream flow specialist Stephen Begley told Montana Free Press that the department has...
First Cases Of West Nile Suddenly Reported In Montana
We've been fortunate this year; up until this point, no West Nile cases have been reported in Montana. However, state and local health officials recently announced the first detection of West Nile in Montana this year. Four counties—Blaine, Dawson, Prairie, and Wibaux—have identified mosquitoes carrying the virus. West...
City sets tax levies, assessments
City Commissioners set the annual tax levy during their Aug. 20 meeting. The voted 4-0 to approve the tax levy and multiple assessments during the meeting. Mayor Cory Reeves was absent. They’d already approved their budget for the current fiscal year, which began July 1, and that budget included the...
Keep Your Friends Close & Your Farmers Closer
Dutton's doing just that tomorrow (Fri) night, with the Dutton Farmers Market, going full tilt at the Dutton American Legion, from 5 until 8. In addition to all the fresh produce, hand made items, baked goods & gift items. they'll have 20 booths set up inside & outside on the lawn with yard games, music, face painting, food, & don't worry about a thing, the bar will be like our K96 FM. WIDE open! They still have vendor tables available. If you're interested or would like more information, please call Verna at 788 6668.
2024 harvest season a ‘whirlwind’ for John Wicks
CONRAD, Mont. – The 2024 summer harvest season has been a “whirlwind,” according to farmer John Wicks, who is trying to keep his equipment running as all the crops come into season. “It’s been a whirlwind so far. We started picking up harvest last week and had...
South Hills subdivision with 450 units clears planning board
(Missoula Current) The Consolidated Planning Board on Tuesday night recommended the approval of a subdivision proposed for the South Hills, which would bring several hundred new housing units to Missoula. The Wildroot phased subdivision is proposed off Hillview Way at Rimel Road on 106 acres within Moose Can Gully. The...
Wanted Man Caught With 35 Fentanyl Pills in Missoula
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) On August 20, 2024, a Missoula Police Department officer observed a vehicle driven by 21-year-old Gabriel Kelly at the intersection of South 4th Street and Russell. Due to the officer’s knowledge that Kelly had an outstanding warrant for his arrest, the officer initiated a traffic stop. Kelly was arrested and secured in a patrol vehicle.
Man Tries to Headbutt Corporal During Traffic Stop In Missoula
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 16, 2024, at around 8:53 PM, a Missoula County Sheriff’s Office Corporal was patrolling near Pulp Mill Road and Mullan Road. The corporal observed a white Nissan sedan pulled off to the side of the road, which appeared to be occupied by one male. The corporal ran the license plate and found it returned to 45-year-old Charles Bergeron. The license plate was supposed to be on a red Lincoln Navigator.
Acclaimed author Tommy Orange speaks to students in Bozeman
Tommy Orange spoke during Montana State University’s convocation, addressing the incoming freshman class from a large stage inside the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. Orange shared memories of his first artist residency in nearby Basin, Montana. “The last time I was in Bozeman was 15 years ago in 2009 and in...
KOA Shares LEED Gold Certificate at New HQ Dedication
Kampgrounds of America (KOA) celebrated the opening of its new headquarters in Billings, Montana, this week. As part of the celebration, U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) president and CEO, Peter Templeton, was on-site to present KOA with the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. LEED, developed by...
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