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Missoula schools to revisit cell phone policy following parents' advocacy for ban
As the new school year approaches, the debate over cell phone use in Missoula County Public Schools (MCPS) is intensifying. A group of parents and educators is advocating for a cell phone ban in MCPS schools, citing concerns over students' learning and teachers' challenges in managing phones during class.
Sam Engellant leads Kalispell Glacier boys to Great Falls Invitational golf title; Billings West girls win
MISSOULA — Kalispell Glacier senior golfer Sam Engellant, who helped lead the Wolfpack to a State AA team title last fall, earned boys medalist honors in the weather-shortened Great Falls Invitational on Tuesday. The tournament was originally scheduled as a two-day event, with the first round at Meadow Lark...
Glendive neighbor dispute over fence hits dead end after two years
A neighbor dispute about whether a fence complies with local zoning regulations was officially settled in 7th Judicial District Court earlier this year after the accuser raised the issue two years ago. However, a revision of the regulation in question prior to such settlement is likely to bring the matter to an impasse.
Family of teachers speaks on how the field of education has changed
Like every year, teachers with Billings Public Schools are gearing up for the school year with classes starting September 3. Simran Kumari sat down with a family of teachers ahead of the school year to learn about the changes that they've seen in education over the years:
‘Billings KOA Holiday’ Embraces Its Place as ‘Flagship’ Park
During his time in Billings, Mont., to celebrate the dedication of Kampgrounds of America’s (KOA) new headquarters, Woodall’s Campground Magazine’s (WCM) Editor Ben Quiggle was able to visit the Billings KOA Holiday and spoke with assistant general manager Alicia Fox about the park. The campground became part...
History tour explores Cedar Creek ghost town
On Saturday, Sept. 7, one of the most popular historical field trips is taking place.It’s the annual Tour of the Cedar Creek Historic Mining District hosted by the Mineral County Museum and Historical Society. The tour will be guided by local history buffs and will include at least 10 stops before landing at the Gildersleeve Mine. “We have been going up Cedar Creek for almost 18 years,” shared Kay Strombo with the MCMHS. “We started when Chuck Mead said we needed to go to historic sites in the county.” All along the route, the remarkable history of the area will be shared...
Bozeman City Commission holds work session on affordable housing ordinance
BOZEMAN, Mont. — The Bozeman City Commission held a work session on the city's affordable housing ordinance Tuesday night. Staff presented research outlining the effects that the ordinance has had on the Bozeman's rental market since it was implemented in 2022, in addition to possible ways it may be revised.
Devils Tower slammed by baseball-sized hail, closing the national park
A powerful supercell storm formed late Monday afternoon in northeast Wyoming and moved directly over Devils Tower, resulting in significant damage to trees, buildings, campers and vehicles in the area.
All Eyes on the 2025 Legislature to Solve Property Tax Problems
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - All eyes will be set firmly on the upcoming 2025 Montana Legislature to help address and perhaps solve the thorny and complicated issue of property taxes in the state. Governor Gianforte held a status meeting with members of the Statewide Property Tax Task Force at...
Montana Scam Victims Will Get $700k from Kalispell Man
Justice can be tough to get in terms of money from scammers. But some will be coming for those swindled by Kevin Moore. John Keven Moore had taken more than $2 million dollars from investors in his fake companies. Big Sky Mineral Resources LLC was a facade about dealing in oil and gas leases, and Glacier Gala sold a story of buying and selling art. Both were Ponzi schemes; Moore had used the funds to pay off prior investors and to cover his personal spending and very expensive properties.
Gusty winds cause Ratio Mountain Fire to grow
MISSOULA, Mont. — A wildfire burning 20 miles northwest of Whitehall is now estimated to measure 40 acres. The Ratio Mountain Fire was pushed northward toward Pony Creek by gusty outflow winds brought by thunderstorms. The following update was given on Tuesday:. "Located 20 miles north/northwest of Whitehall, MT,...
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