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Sunscreen & Shaded Golf: A Summer Survival Story
Welcome to the first official day of summer. It brings back memories of paying 25 cents to get into the Riverview pool in the neighborhood where I grew up in Great Falls. You'd swim until you were shivering cold, then lay out on the concrete until you got so hot that you couldn't stand it then you'd hop back in the pool. No waterslides in those days or wave makers, just water in a rectangle.
Billings Budget Hacks: More Cops, No Tax Increase
I see that the city council has found some money to help with safety around the Billings area. Good for them; they were able to get creative without going back to the taxpayer for more. We will see an additional six policemen added to the force, and I believe they are also adding that many firefighters as well. Plus, they are also putting more money into Parks and Rec. The thing to understand is that just with growth alone and the new evaluations on your property, they were able to make it work. Great, let's keep doing it that way instead of a tax homerun for governments.
The Cost Of Living Difference In Montana Between 1912 & 2024 Is CRAZY
Picture this. You're alive in 1912. Someone from 2024 time travels to tell you that in the future a house in Montana is going to run you 500 thousand dollars, give or take a few bucks. Your mind would melt into a pile of goo. You couldn't fathom a house...
Summer Side Gig? Yellowstone TV Show Seeks Extras Now!
It has been so long since I have seen a new episode of "Yellowstone," that I almost forgot what it is about. However, I do know that they are currently filming new episodes in the Missoula area. Paramount is back in western Montana to film the remainder of season 5...
Missoula Schools Increase Pay for Teachers and ‘Backbone Workers’
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - At the close of his first year as the Superintendent of Missoula School District One, Micah Hill spent a busy hour on the KGVO Talk Back show answering questions from listeners on a variety of topics. Hill was pleased to report that teacher salaries at...
Montanans, Do You Remember These Legal Films?
Here's a Little Trivia on Movies with Courtroom Scenes. Lawyers are like doctors, dentists and mechanics: when you need them, oh boy howdy do you need them. TV has served doctors well for years. And what compelling stories revolve around dentists and mechanics? The legal profession provides great drama. How many of these films are you familiar with? And which of these would you like to see? Answers farther below.
Is Butte getting a Trader Joe’s?
Butte, by nature, is a skeptical city. Particularly when it comes to the topic of shopping. It's easy to see that our town has been lacking, particularly in the clothing and grocery departments, and for several years rumors have been rampant about which stores are coming to town. Without many specifics, we are seeing construction on a new shopping center just south of Leskovar Motors on Harrison Avenue and we have just learned of plans to redevelop the Butte Plaza Mall. In both instances, a new grocery store has been mentioned.
What’s The Deal With the Zyn Shortage in Montana?
Note to kids, teens, and young adults: Do yourself a favor and avoid starting a nicotine addiction. It's one of the most addictive drugs on earth. National Institute of Health studies note that nicotine is far more likely to become a chemical dependence than cocaine, alcohol, or cannabis. Why is...
Montana’s Only Summer Ski Area Surprisingly Up For Sale
If you had the money, would you buy a ski area in Montana? That's the real question. The weather might be heating up but many are missing the snowy slopes of the ski areas around Montana. Montana's ski areas and resorts make a lot of money during the winters if...
7 ‘Carol Burnett Show’ Characters Who Still Make Us Laugh
Comedy can quickly become outdated as styles, mannerisms, and references lose their appeal faster than ever. This rapid evolution often leaves some TV shows seeming outdated in no time at all. That said, when you revisit some of the more popular recurring sketches from The Carol Burnett Show, it becomes...
Once Beloved Mall Brand About to Make Triumphant Return After 15 Years
It's the 1990s all over again. At least that's what one brand is banking on as it teases a return several years after closing its doors. At one time, seemingly every mall in America was occupied by the same stores selling clothing to tweens and teens. Shoppers came to expect these stores in just about every shopping mall:
New Trump Merch Store Now Open on Popular Montana Main Street
Starting at 9 a.m. on Friday June, 21st...and just in time for the big Red Lodge Rodeo...a new Trump merchandise store is now opening on one of Montana's most popular main streets to shop. I got this note from our friends in Carbon County:. "Hi, Carbon County Republican Women &...
There’s Work in Billings, If You Want It
Last week I wrote about the week-long full trashcans and the need for employees to do these less-than-thrilling things. Got me to thinking, what is the current status of job availability in the Magic City? So I checked out Advanced Employment at 1804 Grand Avenue, 406-652-8808, where I personally received two temporary and one permanent job placement.
How Patriotic Are Montanans Compared To the Rest Of The U.S.?
What does it mean to be patriotic? I suppose that depends on who you ask. The official definition of "patriotic" according to Webster's is the following:. "Full of patriotism; actuated by the love of one's country; as a patriotic hero or statesman. 1. Inspired by the love of one's country; directed to the public safety and welfare; as patriotic zeal."
One-Of-A-Kind Cabin For Sale In Beautiful Glacier National Park
Have you dreamed of owning a home in one of America's most beautiful national parks? How about a home that is literally steps away from the stunning Lake McDonald? Your time has arrived. It's not very often that homes like this come up for sale, but when they do, they...
Getting Closer to Announcing Danger Fixes on U.S. 93 in Montana
A final list of recommendations is still a few months away. But engineers working with the Montana Department of Transportation are getting closer to developing ideas for improving one of the most dangerous stretches of U.S. 93. While that doesn't mean the ideas can be implemented immediately, it will create...
The Best Small Towns For a Relaxing Montana Weekend
If you've been busy planning your summer vacations, you're not alone. Whether you're traveling out of state or prefer to stick around and explore Montana, the earlier you start planning the better. Best Towns For a Relaxing Montana Vacation. Montana is a gigantic state, and there are several charming small...
Montana Group Empowers Female Vets Through Hunting Adventures
There is something about being out in the woods with your thoughts. I cannot tell you how many hikes I have been on where my mind wanders in more directions than my compass. The quiet tranquility in the woods when you are alone is almost like meditation. It allows your thoughts to come out without being bombarded by modern technology and noise. Being in nature allows you to look deeper inside yourself.
Fire Season Forecast: Montana Governor Calls For Public Readiness
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - It could be mild, it could be severe, but the word that actually came out of Tuesday’s fire briefing for Governor Greg Gianforte was simply ‘normal’, whatever that means in Montana. The governor met with DNRC (Department of Natural Resources and Conservation)...
Montana’s Fentanyl Battle: Seizures Skyrocket in Latest Report
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On June 18, 2024, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced that anti-drug task forces in Montana seized 150 percent more fentanyl in the first quarter of 2024 than during the first quarter of 2023. Through the first quarter of 2024, Knudsen said Rocky Mountain High...
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