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Montana Constitution: the Right to Property
My last article looked at Article II, Declaration of Rights and Section 3, Inalienable Rights. Back then, I focused on the clean and healthful environment and the Held v Montana case. Now I'll look at another portion of the same section. Here it is again:. Section 3. Inalienable rights. All persons are...
Get Ready! Chick-fil-A Sets Opening Date For New Bozeman Location
Bozeman, Montana is getting ready to welcome its first Chick-fil-A location. It will be located inside of the Strand Union Building on campus at Montana State University. Luckily, the wait is almost over for college students and residents that have been eagerly awaiting an opening date. Chick-fil-A is one of...
The Last Great Logging Show in the U.S. Returns to Missoula
There was a time when communities all across the Northwest would host logging shows and competitions to celebrate the forest product industries. Local loggers would pit their skills against some of the best in the world in events like pole climbing, axe throwing, and the crowd-favorite "hot saw" competitions. And...
Montana’s Laws Against Squatting are Among The Strictest Nationwide
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Montana’s Attorney General Austin Knudsen covered a wide range of topics on the KGVO Talk Back show on Thursday, but one call brought a definite ‘no’ to the question of ‘squatters’ rights’ in Montana. “What I mean by squatters...
Take a Liking to E-Biking (Rentals) in Yellowstone National Park
If taking in the open air at a leisurely speed in one of the great parks in America sounds appealing, you might want to check this out. The popularity of E-bikes is growing at a steady clip. And my friend Brett French, Outdoor Editor of the Billings Gazette, tells me that it has spawned a business that caters to outdoor adventurers looking for a new way to enjoy Yellowstone National Park.
True Montanans Know These Eight Sounds Instantly
Have you ever toyed with the hypothetical question, "Which of your five senses would you miss the most, and why?" It's an easy conversation starter and an interesting subject. I'd say eyesight, but the sense of sound is at the top of my list. What does Montana sound like?. Montana...
2024 Montana Convergence Festival meeting in Butte May 21-22
What does tourism mean to Butte? Well, just walk through the Uptown on any given Summer weekend and chances are pretty good that you're going to find some sort of festival or celebration going on and you'll definitely see a lot of out-of-state license plates. Head to a fishing access point or boat launch and chances are you'll be waiting your turn, as well. The winter brings a myriad of skiing and snowmobiling adventurers from across the globe to our neck of the woods and our area's natural splendor and inviting demeanor more often than not leads to repeat visitors. Tourism is a huge part of not only Butte's economy but of the entire state's as well, and it is with that in mind the Montana Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 2nd Annual Convergence Festival on May 21st and 22nd here in the Mining City.
What Are the Weirdest Things to See in Montana?
What are the weirdest things to see or do in Montana?. Most tourists probably come to Montana to partake in traditional Montana stuff. Hiking, fishing, camping, visiting the Parks, horseback riding, rafting, etc. are all fun and great reasons to visit Montana. We spotted a thread on Reddit today with...
Wyoming Threatens Lawsuit Over EPA Rule to Shut Down Powerplants
Wyoming's Gov. Mark Gordon threatened litigation over the federal government’s new rules for coal and natural gas power plants. “We are prepared to apply our litigation strategy to the oncoming wave of federal regulatory actions that threaten Wyoming,” Gordon said. Wyoming will probably join a list of states...
The Top 20 Country Songs From April 1994
Some would argue that '90s country music was the best decade of country music to date. There was a certain glow across the country music genre in the '90s, from the belt buckles and mullets to the big hair and blouses with shoulder pads. Let's take a walk back in time and look at the Top 20 country songs for April 1994.
Harrison Ford’s Spectacular $20 Million California Estate For Sale — See Inside! [Pictures]
Harrison Ford's former estate in a very exclusive part of Los Angeles is currently for sale, and whoever buys it will end up owning a piece of movie history. According to the Robb Report, the cinema legend, who currently stars as Jacob Dutton in the Yellowstone prequel 1923, purchased the 6-bedroom, 7-bathroom, 7,164-square-foot estate in the ultra-exclusive Brentwood area of Los Angeles for a million dollars in 1983, just after the release of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.
Nuts: Biden Interior Dept. is Suing a Baseball Team in Montana
The Biden Interior Department is suing a baseball team in Montana...over this?. In case you missed it, last week I was chatting with Wyoming Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY). I ended up asking her if she had heard about this logo dispute between the Biden Interior Department and a baseball team in Kalispell, Montana.
Watch: Montana’s Jeremy Carl Interviewed by Tucker Carlson
The segment has already been viewed over 21 million times. Our friend Jeremy Carl out of Bozeman, Montana sat down with the one and only Tucker Carlson. What did they talk about? Here you go. Jeremy Carl lives in Bozeman and is a senior fellow with The Claremont Institute. He...
This Montanan’s Disgust over the Plastic Recycling Lie
For most of my life, I have been a thoughtful recycler. Tin cans, cardboard, plastic, paper. Separate the materials and even rinse out food containers. Dutifully bring it all to the recycling center. I did write a long time ago that I had given it up. Old habits die hard.
Fire Smoke Keeps Missoula on “Most Polluted Cities” List
It's not as bad as some years, yet Montana's persistent problem with regional fire smoke during the hot, dry summers continues to cause breathing problems, with Missoula being singled out on the "most polluted cities" list for air quality. The listing is in the annual "State of the Air" report,...
Montana Talks’ Aaron Flint a Stunt Double for Tim Sheehy?
Maybe it's the hairstyle. Maybe they are twins, separated at birth, just like in stories. If Aaron Flint wants a side hustle during the 2024 Senatorial race, he could be candidate Tim Sheehy's stunt double. Can you imagine the political ads? Zooming down the road on a bullet bike, whitewater rafting, free solo rock climbing. That would attract the votes.
Gruesome Elk Remains Found on Montana School Football Field
A pack with a purpose, not without some notoriety, left a disturbing scene on a Montana high school football field. According to the principal at the Gardiner School's K-12 complex, who relayed the incident to the Billings Gazette, a cow elk carcass was removed by a park ranger from the school’s football field late last week, a victim of a pack of wolves that came in from neighboring Yellowstone National Park and devoured it. The principal posted a photo on social media showing the cow with its hide torn away. Most of its innards and meat were gone. The football field borders the park. The photo was shared on Gardiner School's Facebook page, that can be viewed here. Please be advised of its graphic content.
Reserve Street Group Celebrates Earth Day Cleanup in Missoula
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - About 20 individuals joined Kevin Davis and his Reserve Street Public Working Group on Tuesday as they celebrated Earth Day by taking a tour of the former Reserve Street Homeless Camp, both picking up leftover trash and enjoying the return of wildlife to the habitat.
FOR SALE: Small Town Bar 40 Minutes from Billings Seems Like a Bargain
It's not uncommon for bars in Montana to be on the market, either officially, or quietly being shopped around. It's kind of like the old saying that everything is for sale for the right price, and the bar business is no different. Some owners are retiring and others might be...
Get Your Yellowstone Bingo Card For Tourist Season
Tourist season will soon be upon us. That means it's time to play every Wyomingite's favorite game:. This game makes for great family fun and also drinking games for you and your buddies down at the local saloon. Just keep an eye, and ear, to your local news and start...
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