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Billings felon sentenced to prison for illegal possession of firearm
BILLINGS — A Billings man was sentenced today to three years and one month in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, after he admitted to possessing a firearm after having been convicted of a felony, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said. The defendant, Francisco Jose Nava,...
Oregon father and two passengers die in Montana plane crash on way to Donald Trump rally
An Oregon man and two unidentified passengers died in a plane crash in Montana last Thursday while flying to a campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Bozeman. Donald Long Jr., 46, was piloting the plane around 4 p.m. when it crashed into Montana’s Crown Mountain, which is located roughly 20 miles west of Augusta, the Lewis and Clark County Sheriff’s Office said in a statement.
Missoula residents voice concerns after camping ordinance takes effect
MISSOULA, Mont. — NBC Montana is hearing some concerns from viewers after a new urban camping ordinance took effect in Missoula. The city released a map showing where sheltering in parks is and is not allowed. Neighbors tell us they are upset about city parks being opened for camping.
Get Paid to See Pearl Jam and Pink Live in Missoula—Here’s How!
The countdown has begun to one of the biggest shows in Montana. The legendary rock band, Pearl Jam, is coming to Washington/Grizzly Stadium in just a few short days. We have been looking forward to this show for months. And now it is almost here. Thousands of fans are traveling from all over the world to see this show in our own backyard.
Belgrade School District looks to fill job openings before school year
BELGRADE, Mont. — The Belgrade School District is getting ready to welcome back students, faculty and staff for the new school year. But school officials are scrambling around to fill in almost 35 job openings districtwide. Right now, there are nearly 650 staff members across the Belgrade School District....
Fáilte Montana Irish Festival 2024 is Coming to Missoula Soon
For those who wondering if you missed the 2024 Fáilte Irish festival in Missoula this summer, no need to worry, it's on the way just a bit later this year than it has been in the past. The Friends of Irish Studies in the West are excited for this...
‘White Cheddar’ is a Gouda Girl: Adopt Today at YVAS
With a name like White Cheddar, we can't help but be a little punny with today's Wet Nose Wednesday headline. Our featured dog this week is super sweet, calm, friendly, and ready to adopt now at Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter in Billings. White Cheddar is a 5-year-old Akbash Mix. We're...
Missoula Realtors highlight upcoming real estate practice changes
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Missoula Organization of Realtors announced major changes to real estate practices Wednesday that affect real estate agent commissions. The modifications, set to arrive in days, follow a National Organization of Realtors settlement agreement. “I'm 24 years in the business now. This is by far the...
Montana State Bobcats announce 6 captains for 2024 football season
BOZEMAN — Six Montana State seniors will be team captains for the 2024 football season. The captains, determined by votes from their teammates, are defensive lineman Brody Grebe, quarterback Tommy Mellott, safety Rylan Ortt, center Justus Perkins, linebacker Danny Uluilakepa and offensive lineman Marcus Wehr. "Really feel good about...
Noxon Bridge report strongly recommends full replacement
NOXON, Mont. — The Noxon Bridge is in need of repairs and likely replacement, according to a report released earlier this month by the firm Morrison-Maierle. The engineering firm recommended millions of dollars go toward a replacement or repairs in a structural evaluation report prepared Aug. 2. Officials completed...
About Time for Lolo, Montana to Secede from Missoula County
Is it about time for Lolo, Montana to secede from Missoula County?. Believe me, there are locals in Lolo that are not that loco about being part of Missoula County anymore. Marilyn in Lolo called into our statewide radio show in the last few minutes of the 9 a.m. hour. At the very last 30 seconds of our conversation, I mentioned how city council budget discussions would be taking place in Missoula, and how City Councilmember Sandy Vasecka was encouraging more public participation.
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...
Providence to open Southgate Health Center in Missoula
MISSOULA, Mont. — Providence Montana will open the Southgate Health Center in the former Bed Bath and Beyond at the Southgate Mall in Missoula. The new $18 million health center is expected to be open in the summer of 2025. The facility will include an urgent care clinic, a...
Former Bobcat returns to MSU as an assistant coach
BOZEMAN, Mont. — Montana State University announced Wednesday that former Bobcat point guard Xavier Bishop will be returning to Bozeman as an assistant coach. "I'm super excited to be back, especially in a place that I really love and care about and have had success at," Bishop said in a press release. "I'm super appreciative of Coach (Matt) Logie taking a chance on me, believing in me, and allowing me to be on his staff. I can't wait to get back in Brick Breeden this winter and see the fans and the community and help this team go for number four."
Top-150 prospect Dallas Washington recaps Montana visit, sets more officials
By SAM LANCE NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. — Class of 2025 three-star forward Dallas Washington has set some official visits to Long Beach State (Aug. 30-31) and Montana (Sept. 13-15), he told ZAGSBLOG. The 6-foot-8, 200-pound forward from Santa Margarita Catholic (CA) and the Arizona Unity Nike EYBL AAU program is also setting up UCSB and Washington State. Washington has already taken an official visit to Montana, but it counted as a junior year visit. Montana now wants to get the forward on campus for a football game. Montana will play Morehead State at home during Washington’s visit. The Montana visit was Washington’s first official. “It was nice,” Washington said. “Love the coaching staff. Montana, definitely a different feel. But I love the campus, love the coaching staff and the team.” Washington said his favorite part of the campus is the big “M” you can hike up to by the football field. He also said Montana is looking for a guy to come in and fight for a rotation spot in year one. “They’re just looking for a player that’s going to come in and work hard, that’s going to compete,” Washington said. “And I fit the style of their program and all of that.” The forward broke down some others schools involved at Peach Jam: Georgetown: “I’ve only had one good talk with one of the coaches [Jeff Battle]. So they’ve kind of been talking to my dad more. So just trying to figure out the day for that and to get out there and meet the rest of the coaching staff and all of that. It’s a historic program. Good players have come out of there.” Long Beach State: “I’ve been on the campus a couple times when I was younger. My dad grew up in Long Beach, so I’m familiar with the area. And I love the coaching staff.” UCSB: “They like me, are trying to get me on campus. They want me to watch practice and see the campus and talk to the staff. I don’t know much right now, so just waiting to get on campus and talk to them and the coaching staff more.” Washington State: “They just got a new staff. Their staff was really good at Eastern Washington too. So I’m just excited to get out there, see the campus, and talk to the rest of their staff as well.” The head coaches of all of these programs were in to see Washington at Peach Jam. The forward’s best game of the tournament came vs. Nightrydas Elite, where he scored nine points and grabbed four rebounds in just 13 minutes. “I’m just an all-around player,” Washington said of his game. “I’m really focused on playing a lot of defense and getting my game started on the defensive end. I can play inside, play in the post, get to the basket and shoot the ball.” Washington isn’t the only athlete in the family. His father, Nelson Washington, was a walk-on basketball player at San Jose State. His mother, Heather Washington, played volleyball for the Spartans. Washington also has two sisters. One is at Fordham University majoring in dance and the other is a professional dancer for the Dance Theatre of Harlem. Washington is ranked the No. 133 overall prospect in the 2025 class by 247Sports. His favorite NBA player is Kevin Durant. Follow Sam Lance on Twitter Follow Adam Zagoria on Twitter Follow ZAGSBLOGHoops on Instagram And Like ZAGS on Facebook.
Housing Prices Lead to National Tenant Organizing
Five groups have formed a Tenant Union Federation to link tenant organizing efforts across the country. The founding groups are in Kansas City, Louisville, Chicago, Connecticut, and Bozeman, Mont. The groups have backed local policy shifts and called for a national cap on rent increases, something President Joe Biden and...
Historic Montana Lookout Tower Wrapped in Foil as Fire Approaches
Despite a few cooler days over the last week, several wildfires continue to burn in the Treasure State. According to InciWeb data shared by MTfireinfo.org, there are currently 56 active fires burning across the state (8/9/24), including 6 new ones in the last 24 hours. So far this season there have been a staggering 1,325 fires in Montana.
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