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'They stuck it out': East Helena football eyes first ever playoff berth
HELENA — The East Helena football team has endured some tough times since its introduction to varsity football. The Vigilantes scored a total of 30 points in their first season, which they finished 0-7. They won once in their first 15 games and have been victorious in four of the first 24.
Michigan State commit Leela Ormsby healthy, energizing Billings Senior entering final year
BILLINGS — Don’t be fooled by the contagious smile. Billings Senior's Leela Ormsby is back in the gym with renewed energy and motivation after last season ended freakishly for the Michigan State volleyball commit. “I slipped on the steps going to my car, landed really awkwardly. Wasn’t able...
Jake Bubak Takes Second-Straight Harvey Ostermiller Memorial Victory
BILLINGS, MT (August 24, 2024) — One year ago, Jake Bubak pocketed $12,012 for winning Big Sky Speedway’s Harvey Ostermiller Memorial under the ASCS Frontier Region banner. With the race joining the American Sprint Car Series National Tour calendar in 2024, Bubak had a field full of the...
Blackfeet Law Enforcement seeks help locating missing teen
BROWNING, Mont. - Authorities need help to locate a missing 16-year-old girl who was last seen on Thursday. Jayla Meineke, aged 16, was last in contact on August 22. She has light brown hair, green eyes, and is 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds. Her clothing description is unknown.
Griz persevere, get past Yellowjackets
And on their 28th shot, the Grizzlies were finally able to celebrate. And breathe a little easier. The Montana soccer team took 37 shots on Sunday in its match against MSU Billings at South Campus Stadium, two off the program record, but needed nearly 67 minutes of game time before breaking through against the Yellowjackets, eventually winning 2-0. Eliza Bentler's goal at 66:25 off a corner kick from Mia Parkhurst, the Grizzlies' 28th shot of the match, was the game-winner. Riley O'Brien added Montana's second goal in the final minute.
Manhattan aims to maintain momentum heading into 2024 season
MANHATTAN, Mont. — Manhattan High School couldn't get the storybook ending that it wanted in 2023, but they are using it as motivation for the 2024 season. "Coming off of last year, going into State, I think that motivated us a lot coming into this year, because we want that back," Manhattan senior Michael Stewart said.
Missoula's pet fest showcases furry friends
MISSOULA, Mont. — Tails were wagging and pooches were prancing at the pet fest in downtown Missoula. With 12 shelter and rescue facilities bringing along adorable and adoptable pets, giving you the opportunity to find your new best friend. Events kicked off at 10 a.m. Saturday morning with a...
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...
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.
Great Falls Central football team 'ready to play' with young core, new coach
GREAT FALLS — In the past two seasons, Great Falls Central football has won a combined three games. But with a new coach and a young core, the team feels confident entering this fall. "It's been a fun summer for us for sure," said first-year head coach Matt Stevens....
Whitefish’s Top-Rated Stay: The Garden Wall Inn Revealed
When you search for strictly 5 star reviews of Montana hotels, you don't get many perfect scores and the list doesn't include all the well known resorts. In fact, the smaller and lesser known establishments get the best reviews...and you can tell that they're genuine. A little place called The...
Angler Endures Surprise Black Bear Attack Along a Montana River
It sounds like a beautiful, inviting place to fish when one wants to get away from crowds. But like so many places, remote or otherwise, there is an ever-present danger of bears in Montana. And we're always grateful to be able to report that the injuries were not too severe.
Sharrott Creek Fire burning over 1,000 acres evacuates Stevensville residents
UPDATE: August 25 at 10:12 a.m. Infrared mapping places the fire at a size of 1,048 acres, the Bitterroot National Forest said Sunday morning. Previous size estimates from air had overestimated the fire size at 1,600 acres. People in the area can expect to see air tankers dropping retardant as...
Suspicious death in Billings upgraded to homicide investigation Sunday morning
BILLINGS, Mont. - Billings Police officers responded to the 300 block of Sioux Lane on Saturday for a welfare check. The suspicious death the officers found when they arrived was upgraded to a homicide investigation Sunday morning. A release from the Billings Police Department states on August 24, just after...
Great Things in Great Falls: August 24, 2024
Check out some Great Things in Great Falls! Discover the vibrant new murals in downtown Great Falls, with over 50 now adorning the city for self-guided tours. Experience the Little Shell Powwow this weekend, inviting everyone to join the grand entry and intertribal dances. Plus, dive into sports action with the Great Falls Voyagers, dirt track racing at Electric City Speedway, and the Great Falls Americans hockey season kicking off in early September.
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