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Two teens missing out of Billings last seen Saturday
BILLINGS, Mont. - The Department of Justice is asking for the public's assistance in locating two missing teenagers from Billings. The first missing teen is Rosa Valenzuela, a 14-year-old Native American girl. Rosa was last heard from on Saturday, August 18. The second missing teen is Ciara Lynn Valenzuela, a 16-year-old Native American girl, who was also last seen on the same day.
Missoula Mayor Addresses the Budget and the Homeless
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Missoula Mayor Andrea Davis responded to my request to appear on Talk Back on Wednesday morning to address issues about the upcoming budget and the response to homelessness. Mayor Davis Appeared on Talk Back to Explain the City Budget. Davis began by describing her own...
Missoula City Council to vote on 2025 budget
After weeks of preparation and multiple amendments, the city council is going to gather tonight to vote on the city's 2025 budget. Now, the next year proposed budget looks like it's going to be $218 million as of right now. That's 13.5 more than this year's. The big reason for that is that new fire budget. It's going to be a master plan along with half the funding for the Johnson Street Shelter along with implementing the new crisis camping ordinance.
New wildfire burning 50-75 acres in Big Belt Mountains
MISSOULA, Mont. — A new fire is burning in the Big Belt Mountains in the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest notes the Hellgate Fire is 50-75 acres. It's close to recreational trails and cultural resources. Four helicopters are helping ground crews. More hand crews and other resources are on their way.
Montana soccer downs Oregon St. in front of second largest crowd in history
MISSOULA, Mt. — The Montana faithful flooded the bleachers of South Campus stadium on Sunday afternoon as Montana hosted one of the two remaining teams in the PAC 12. Oregon St. and Montana faced off in the finale of the Rumble in the Rockies tournament that kicked off Montana's soccer season.
Altercation in Missoula: Police Struggle With Non-Compliant Male
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 9, 2024, Missoula Police Department Officers were dispatched to a male vs. female disturbance near the Albertson’s on Oxford Street. A 911 caller stated a male had “beat up” a female. According to court documents, the female involved in this altercation was never located for a statement.
Missoula DUI Investigation Leads to Unexpected Drug Discovery
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 10, 2024, Missoula Police Department officers were conducting a DUI investigation. Due to the way the DUI vehicle was parked, three vehicles pulled up behind it on Front Street and were not able to continue westbound onto Broadway. They were told to turn around. The first vehicle in the line-up successfully completed a U-turn and left the area. The second vehicle, driven by 34-year-old Jerome McNeill, backed into a vehicle behind him causing an accident.
Missoula's Montana Herbal Festival returns with exciting classes and events
The Montana Herbal Festival has kicked off today at its new location in Missoula's Rocky Mountain Gardens, attracting dozens of attendees from across Western Montana. Festival President Elaine Sheff highlights the variety of classes and activities, from plant ID to herbal medicine-making techniques. Tags. Missoula’s Montana Herbal Festival returns with...
24th Annual “Cruisin’ on Main” Car Show WINNERS!
The Downtown Bozeman Association and Cancer Support Community Montana along with our gracious Sponsors hosted the 24th Annual “Cruisin’ on Main” Car Show on Sunday, August 18th. The show ran from 9 AM – 2 PM and was located on Main Street between Willson and Rouse Avenues in Downtown Bozeman.
The Missoula Paddleheads Are In EA Sports College Football 25
EA Sports College Football 25 has been the biggest thing in sports culture for the last month. Everyone and their mother (except for me because I'm not willing to spend $500 on a Playstation 5) is playing the highly anticipated game. The game features all your favorite FBS College Football teams and traditions, but if you want to play with the Montana Grizzlies you can thank one gamer (read more below).
Billings native Grant McCray 'overwhelmed' following Major League debut with Giants
BILLINGS — Grant McCray, a Billings native, made his Major League debut with the San Francisco Giants on Aug. 14, batting ninth and playing center field against the Atlanta Braves at Oracle Park. McCray went 0 for 4 with a strikeout in a 13-2 loss, but he busted out...
Missoula's Sean Ramsbacher sizzles in final round, wins Montana State Mid-Amateur
MISSOULA — When it mattered most, Missoula's Sean Ramsbacher delivered the best round of the Montana State Mid-Amateur golf tourney Saturday. Trailing by a stroke heading into the third and final day, the Sentinel grad and former Montana Tech standout came through with a 7-under par score of 65 at The Ranch Club. It was the best round of the tourney by four strokes and he won by four over second-place Nicholas Balcken of Helena.
Junior Livestock Sale at MontanaFair teaches kids valuable life skills
The Junior Livestock Sale at MontanaFair was a big moment for many young participants who have invested months in training their animals. Each year, children aged 8 to 18 from organizations like 4-H and FFA showcase their well-cared-for livestock, with some hoping to fund their college education or expand their herds.
Rocky Volleyball Falls to No. 2 Northwestern in Three Sets
BUTTE, Mont.- Rocky Volleyball concludes the Big Sky Challenge with a 2-1 record after a three-set defeat to No. 2-ranked Northwestern College. The Battlin' Bears struggled with their attacks throughout Saturday's match against the 2023 NAIA National Championship Runner-Ups. They were held to just a -.022 hitting percentage, fueled by 11 total blocks by the Raiders.
Montana Gas Prices Drop a Third Time, Still Higher Than Average
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - It might not be a lot, but Montana gas prices have now dropped three weeks in a row. Patrick De Haan is the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy and he provided the current numbers. “Average gasoline prices in Montana have fallen 1.4 cents per...
Small Montana Towns Getting Big Criminal Convictions
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Attorney General Austin Knudsen is justifiably proud of his Prosecution Services Bureau, as it is assisting law enforcement agencies in small Montana communities in successfully trying and convicting individuals guilty of serious crimes. In the KGVO studios on Tuesday were Assistant Attorneys General Dan Guzynski...
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