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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...
PART 2: Bozeman Locals Share More Fantastic “How Long Have You Been Here” Gems
Getting old-school stories and memories from Bozeman locals who have been here to witness so much change is always cool. We shared the first set of "memory gems" and since we got SO MANY cool answers to begin with, we thought we'd share more. Army/Navy store, anyone? Here is PART TWO of the Bozeman blast from the past challenge.
Mysterious Shiny Monolith Has Las Vegas Police Warning Hikers
A brightly shining monolith has seemingly appeared out of nowhere in the mountainous area of Las Vegas. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department responded to a report of a large, shiny object spotted in a nearby mountain range. An Associated Press report stated a search and rescue team from the department was greeted by a gleaming monolith.
Post Malone Announces His New Country Album, ‘F-1 Trillion’
Post Malone just dropped details of his next album, believed to be a country album. The "I Had Some Help" singer took a photo of a sign with the album's title on it and shared the release date on Instagram. "I Had Some Help" with Morgan Wallen is nearing No....
The Urgent Reason Behind Poncho’s BBQ Cookoff in Malta, Montana
It's about getting people together. It's about remembering a lost loved one who was known across the Hi Line of Montana. And it's about getting resources to the right folks to make sure something like this never happens again. I got a note from Rhei Tharp with KMMR Radio in...
Rural Montana Mag Details the Struggles of Driving EV’s Up Here
I recently travelled back to the Washington, D.C. area for an incredibly humbling military monument dedication at the National Museum of the Marine Corps. For the flight back there, I figured I better download some podcasts and bring some great reading material. So, naturally, I brought my latest copy of Range Magazine and the Rural Montana magazine.
Video Of A Gigantic Yellowstone Bison That Destroyed A Car
Tourist season is underway, and the tourist stories are coming from Wyoming's National Parks. Bear attacks, trespassing convictions, non-rule followers, and wildlife interactions. New year, same stories. The more visitors to the parks, the more likely stories will emerge. From 2020 to 2023, 16,458,172 visitors passed through the gates of...
Scroll Addiction: Why Social Media Needs a Warning Label
Social media is addictive. The U.S. Surgeon General has called on Congress to require warning labels on social media platforms, similar to the ones we are all accustomed to on cigarette packages. Dr. Vivek Murthy said that social media is a contributing factor in the mental health crisis among young people. He said it needs a warning label. Up to 95% of youth aged 13-17 use social media, and a third of those say they use it almost constantly, according to Pew Research. He said Congress needs to address the problem the same way they approach other harmful products for children.
Remaining Montana Grizzly Football Season Tickets Now on Sale
The right of first refusal window for 2023 season tickets holders has closed. Grab what's left while you still can!. University of Montana Athletics Marketing Director Nic Hallisey tells us that remaining season tickets for the 2024 Grizzly football season are now available, including those that were not renewed by fans who purchased them in 2023. And while this year's renewals did not quite reach the record-breaking number sold last year, it would be wise not to wait too long, even with more tickets available than there were last year.
Montana Food Bank Network Introduces Campaign for Bigger Impact
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - This week, the Montana Food Bank Network, along with partners Albertsons and Safeway introduced their Campaign for Bigger Impact to help raise the $3 million left in their $15 million capital campaign. I spoke with Bill Matthews, Chief Development Officer about the continuing fundraising campaign.
Hey! Leave Those (Animal) Kids Alone!
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - With an homage to Pink Floyd, I bring you this serious message from Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, and that’s to never approach a baby animal, be it a fawn, a calf, a cub or a kit in the wild, no matter how helpless it may look.
Two Skiers Injured on “The Great One” Near Bozeman
If you're a backcountry skier in Montana, let this be a warning to you. Snow continues to melt at high elevations in the state, and conditions are extremely dangerous. Two skiers were recently rescued while skiing "The Great One" near Fairy Lake in the Bridger Mountains. Two Skiers Injured in...
St. Mary Siphon Fails, Area Now Closed to Public
In an announcement this morning via social media, the Milk River Project stated that the St. Mary Siphon, part of the St. Mary Canal, has suffered a "catastrophic failure at the inlet of both siphon tubes. The powerful water flow caused the 100+ year-old siphons to break apart, washing away the concrete structures holding the pipes underneath." The area is located near Babb, MT.
WARNING: With This New Montana Storm, You’ll See 10+ Inches
By Tuesday night, several high elevation locations in Montana will be covered in snow from a classic, powerful Spring storm. Mountain passes and back country areas will be difficult to navigate with up to a foot of heavy, wet snow piling up. Montana roads are busy as tourist season is...
Big TV Exposure In 2024 For Montana State Football
This season might help give the football team and the school positive exposure for potential sponsorships, students, and more. College football season is coming up in less than two months, and fans are excited for the fall. Montanans are gearing up to cheer for their favorite university. The state is...
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