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Native Youth Carry the Torch of Citizenship Act 100 Years Later
The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 stands as a pivotal thread in the tapestry of Indigenous civil rights in the United States. Before its enactment, Native Americans confronted a bewildering legal landscape that systematically withheld citizenship and its accompanying rights. Propelled by the advocacy of U.S. Rep. Homer P. Snyder...
Exclusive: Daines says Vance will help Senate GOP campaigns
Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.) said Trump's newly selected running mate, J.D. Vance (R-Ohio), will help Republicans in down-ballot races during an Axios House event at the Republican National Convention on Monday. Why it matters: As head of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, Daines is responsible for efforts to deliver a...
Martinsdale’s Walker Story, Lewistown’s Sage Henderson pace Montanans at NHSRA Finals on opening night
ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Martinsdale's Walker Story and Lewistown's Sage Henderson led the way for Montanans on the opening night of the National High School Rodeo Finals on Sunday night, both finishing ninth in their event. Story was ninth in boys cutting with a score of 138, nine points behind Luke Haskell of Payson, Utah, in the top spot. Henderson had a time of 8.52 seconds in goat tying; Drew Ellen Stewart of Normangee, Texas, won in 6.87. A small handful of other Montanans began their weeklong run Sunday night. Two finished 12th: Townsend breakaway roper Ella Begger in 5.39...
Simple Way To Find Out How Smoky The Skies Will Be In Montana
Simple Way To Find Out How Smoky The Skies Will Be In Montana. Wildfire season is officially upon us here in Montana, and the skies are becoming hazier by the day. One active major fire in Montana is named the Horse Gulch Fire. This fire is burning just north of...
UM Receives $1.8M to Tackle Rural Health Care Workforce Shortage
MISSOULA – The University of Montana recently secured $1.8 million from the Department of Education to bolster the health care workforce in rural Montana. The federal grant will fund the development and implementation of health care career pathways by three UM organizations: the Office of Health Research & Partnership, Missoula College and UM Bitterroot.
Governor Gianforte, FWP Offer Appreciation to Valley County Block Management Landowner
GLASGOW, Mont. – Joining Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP), Governor Greg Gianforte last week visited with a longtime partner of the Block Management Program in Valley County to thank him for his partnership and celebrate increasing hunting access for Montanans. “Through Block Management, Montanans have access to nearly...
Kanye West Faces Financial Chaos With Over $1M Unpaid Taxes; Yeezy, Wyoming Ranch in Major Debt
Kanye West's financial and legal troubles continue to mount as unpaid taxes and property expenses add to his tumultuous situation. The total amount owed by several of his companies, including Yeezy, has now allegedly reached $1,064,221 due to outstanding unpaid tax liens and property taxes. The Sun reported that West's...
Kisha Bear still missing from Rocky Boy reservation.
(Rocky Boy – KRTV) Law enforcement is continuing to ask for help in finding Rickisha ‘Kisha’ Bear, a missing 19-year-old woman last seen on February 4th, 2024. The Chippewa Cree woman was visiting the Flathead Indian Reservation from the Rocky Boy’s Reservation. In addition to those two reservations, Bear has ties to Billings.
New Wildfire Ignites Near Lincoln, Montana
The Montana DNR informed us that the Dalton Fire near Lincoln was spread to just 44 acres and already had a 75 percent containment. "The fire did not grow during the night and showed favorable behavior - the change in acreage is due to new GIS measurement of the fire's perimeter." said the release.
New Housing Development Underway Near ZooMontana
A new housing project is underway on Billings' West End. Perhaps you've noticed the heavy equipment moving dirt for infrastructure at the south end of Shiloh Drive, near ZooMontana. I stopped to grab a couple of quick pictures last week, pondering what the development might be. "It's probably another shopping...
Melstone's Sage Newman wins saddle bronc title at NFR Open
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Melstone saddle bronc rider Sage Newman won the championship at the NFR Open here on Saturday. Newman had qualified for the five-day rodeo through the 2023 Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. Newman scored a ride of 88 points on Andrews Rodeo's All or Nothin in the...
Dillon steer wrestler Ryder Gaasch has top Montana performance yet at high school rodeo finals
ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Dillon steer wrestler Ryder Gaasch finished third Monday night in his first go-round at the National High School Finals Rodeo at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Gaasch, the Montana finals state champion, had a time of 7.38 seconds. He trailed only Kace Hollenbach of Middleburg, Pennsylvania...
Corvallis' Cash Trexler shines in tie-down roping at National High School Rodeo Finals
ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Corvallis' Cash Trexler carried the Montana flag Monday morning at the National High School Rodeo Finals, finishing fourth in tie-down roping at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Trexler had a time of 10.24, less than a half-second behind first-place Cross Fulford of Moore Haven, Florida. Weston...
Missoula City Council imposes a moratorium on new marijuana dispensary licenses
More than two years after recreational marijuana sales began in Montana, state and local officials are exploring ways to halt the opening of new dispensaries. Missoula City Council has imposed a two-year moratorium on new dispensary licenses within city limits. State lawmakers are drafting similar legislation for a state-wide cap.
Giffen’s Kick Sends the Billings Outlaws to AFL Championships
The Billings Outlaws are heading to Arena Bowl XXXIII after a game-winning field that sealed a 35-32 win against Nashville. In their first season in the Arena Football League (AFL), the Billings Outlaws are heading to the Arena Bowl, thanks to a game-winning field goal from kicker Bailey Giffen at home in Billings, Montana.
Improved trails planned for former Superfund site near Anaconda
The hills bordering Anaconda’s south side, with their burgeoning quaking aspen stands and red-rock outcroppings, tempt those who crave outdoor adventure. Mountain bikers and hikers eager to experience Anaconda’s enticing uplands, however, quickly learn the challenge, and even the danger, that awaits. “They’re a bugger to climb up,”...
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