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Body of missing Whitefish climber in Glacier National Park found by air
UPDATE: August 26 at 10:13 a.m. The following is a release from Glacier National Park:. WEST GLACIER, Mont. [August 26, 2024] – The body of missing mountaineer Grant Marcuccio, a 32-year-old man from Whitefish, Montana, was found by Two Bear Air at approximately 2 pm on Sunday, August 25. Cause of death is still under investigation, but traumatic injuries and location of the body are indicative of a fall.
Firefighters Hope for Progress on Bitterroot’s Latest Fire
If you were managing a wildfire, Monday's weather is exactly what you would order. Clear skies for water and retardant drops, cool morning with mild afternoon temperatures, and no wind are expected to favor firefighters battling the 1000-acre Sharrott Fire, which started in the Bitterroot Valley from a passing thunderstorm on Friday afternoon.
More than 100,000 gallons of water/retardant dropped on Sharrott Creek Fire
MISSOULA, Mont. — A community meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 27, at 7 p.m. at the Stevensville High School gymnasium, located at 300 Park Avenue in Stevensville. The event will also be livestreamed on the Discover Bitterroot National Forest Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/discoverbitterrootnf/. Questions from online viewers may...
Missoula Airport to offer pass to food and beverage services
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Missoula Montana Airport will start selling the "Explore MSO Pass" allowing guests without tickets to enjoy the airport's amenities. The passes will give visitors access to the airport bar and the observation lounge on the third floor. For more information on how to get a...
FWP News: Tongue River Reservoir reopens to watercraft, fire evacuation lifted
MILES CITY – Although wildfires burning near Tongue River Reservoir are still not contained, fire activity has calmed enough that the reservoir has reopened to watercrafts and an evacuation warning has been lifted. On Friday amidst aggressive fire activity, an emergency closure of the reservoir was issued by Montana...
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.
Chick-fil-A has an Interesting New Drive Thru: Could It Help Missoula’s Reserve Street?
One of the irrational ideas I share every time someone complains about the traffic on Reserve Street is that we should have an overpass, but like, a really long one. An overpass that stretches roughly five miles from north Reserve to Brooks. That way, anyone who wanted to go to the Bitterroot without stopping in Missoula could drive straight through.
Heart Butte schools hold community feed and information session for remote start to school year
HEART BUTTE, Mont. - The Heart Butte School District faces unexpected infrastructure issues and will switch to a remote learning model for what is expected to be four to six weeks.
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.
Billings hosts 13th Annual Clean Energy Fair promoting sustainability efforts
BILLINGS, Mont. – The City of Billings took part in the 13th Annual Montana Clean Energy Fair on Saturday August 24, promoting clean energy and sustainability across the Magic City. Montana Renewable Energy Association (MREA), a member-based non-profit, hosted the event focusing on renewable energy education and advocacy. Mayor...
Montana State OL commit and 'fun guy' Ben Winters a leader at Kalispell Glacier
KALISPELL — Ben Winters has started on Kalispell Glacier’s offensive line for four years and he is looking to make a big splash during his last season with the Wolfpack in 2024. It’s easy to tell when watching Winters that his duties to the team are to protect...
Last Minute Goal Sinks ‘Jackets in Preseason Debut
BILLINGS, Mont. – The Montana State University Billings men's soccer team ended up on the wrong side of the scoresheet in their first preseason action of the year, falling 2-1 to Rocky Mountain College in the first of two Rimrock Rivalry matchups between the two squads this season. The...
Rocky Men’s Soccer Wins Dramatic Rimrock Rivalry Exhibition After Last-Minute Penalty Kick
BILLINGS, Mont.- Freshman Henry Chalkley found the net on a penalty kick in the final thirty seconds to propel the Battlin' Bears to a dramatic 2-1 exhibition victory over MSUB Saturday evening. How it Happened. The first half was a defensive slugfest. Each team mustered only three shots apiece, none...
Wirtzberger, Eldridge Resign From Northstars Baseball Team
The Havre Youth Baseball Association (HYBA) announced on Saturday morning that head coach Patch Wirtzberger and assistant coach Jake Eldridge would be stepping away from their positions, effective immediately. Assistant coach Ben Mader will serve as the interim coach for the time being while the process of hiring a new head coach and several assistants takes place.
Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame names 2024 induction class
BILLINGS — The 2024 Hall of Fame Legend inductees have been chosen by the Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame. Each year, awards are given to individuals, families, businesses and ranches who have contributed to and sustained rodeo and the Montana way of life. The cowboys and cowgirls who have made rodeo great are memorialized on the Wall of Fame at the Monument Site, located at the First Interstate Arena at MetraPark in Billings.
Montana Grizzlies name 5 team captains for 2024 football season
MISSOULA — Montana head football coach Bobby Hauck announced five team captains for the 2024 season on Saturday at the conclusion of fall camp. Veteran running back Nick Ostmo and tackle Brandon Casey represent the offense, safety Ryder Meyer and cornerback Trevin Gradney represent the defense, and preseason All-Big Sky pick Isiah Childs represents the special teams.
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