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Investigators: Man was Planning ‘Mass Shooting’ in Yellowstone
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Investigators are now saying the man killed during a confrontation with Yellowstone Park rangers was stopped before many more lives were lost. According to new information on the July 4th shooting at Canyon Village, the man had designs on carrying out a "mass shooting" in the park.
Jail inmate sues Missoula County claiming ‘deficient’ medical care
(Missoula Current) An inmate at the Missoula County Detention Center has filed a lawsuit against the county claiming he has received deficient medical care during his incarceration, county officials said Tuesday. The county, however, believes otherwise and plans to file a motion to dismiss. “We received an order from federal...
Fishing restrictions go into effect today on Southwest Montana rivers
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is advising anglers that portions of the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Clark Fork, Madison, Ruby and Sun rivers, as well as the Jefferson River and Silver Bow Creek in their entirety, will be closed to all fishing daily from 2 p.m. to midnight, effective at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10. The restrictions will stay in effect until conditions improve.
Daring Music Suggestions While Out Floating in Montana
My passion for music is one of the reasons that I got into radio decades ago. Music is everywhere in my life from my job to my hobby. It's a rare occasion when I am not listening to some form of music. While I love music and listen to it almost constantly, there's one exception: floating down the river on a tube. Without a raft, bringing speakers isn't an option.
NFL All-Pro Gone Fishin’ In Montana
The 2024-2025 National Football League season is under 60 days away. I love college football, but the NFL is my ultimate escape. College football is my job. Working the sideline and hosting the pre/post-game shows on the Griz radio broadcasts is awesome, but I also like to watch football without working.
Music and Floating? How About Live Music on the Clark Fork in Missoula
My cohost and I were talking about the etiquette of floating Missoula's rivers. He asked me how I felt about hearing music while floating, and I said, "No. When in nature, listen to nature." But I thought about it briefly and then amended my answer. "I like it when people...
Favorite Missoula Outdoor Cinema Series Returns Summer 2024
One of Missoula's best outdoor cinema series has just published its 2024 summer movie schedule and it looks like it will be another season to please moviegoers of all ages. The North-Missoula Community Development Corporation (NMCDC) has been hosting Missoula Outdoor Cinema for the last 20 years with donations and sponsorships from these events supporting the series itself and the efforts of the NMCDC. The NMCDC supports multiple communities in Missoula, not only the Northside and Westside but also the Heart of Missoula. Through their mission, they "...develop permanently affordable homeownership opportunities" and work to advocate in various ways on behalf of the communities they support.
2 Popular Missoula Businesses Now Open Under One Roof
When we heard the news that the Thai restaurant Sa-Wad-Dee was going to close on Broadway in Missoula it was a bummer. We enjoyed their food a lot. Whenever they would be out at downtown Caras Park's "Out To Lunch", they were my go to for a quick and tasty bite to eat. Their "Spicy Chicken Peanut Curry" was my favorite, I like it so much that I bugged them to give the recipe. They never budged.
This Is How Curious Montanans Are About AI Compared to Other States
Do you talk about AI with your colleagues, friends, or family?. Montana, historically, is a late adopter of many trends, but the internet has been a bit of an equalizer. In the conversations I've had about AI, I know people who use it, but most of what I hear is that people don't like it, think it needs more regulation, or they don't know how they feel about it.
Direct Flights The Missoula Montana Airport Should Add
Last week, we updated all the direct flight destinations the Missoula Montana Airport offers throughout the year. After Oakland and Orange County were added last week, MSO is up to 14 flights (some are yearly, some are seasonal). After I posted the article to Facebook, a few people chimed in...
Montana Is One of the Best Places to Live ‘Off-Grid’
Having the chance to get out in the woods in Montana is something special. We are lucky to live in a place that gives us so many opportunities to turn off and to tune out. To experience not having to rely on a screen, at least for a short while, can be wonderful. Montana is a great place to do just that.
The Montana Music Festival Benefiting The Greater Yellowstone Area
Music festivals are an entertaining weekend to be sure. I have two festivals lined up this summer - Under The Big Sky in Whitefish and a festival called The Minnesota Yacht Club in St. Paul, Minnesota. The festivals are loaded with great talent like Miranda Lambert, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the Offspring.
One of the ‘Most Beautiful’ Towns in the World is Close to Montana
"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." -Margaret Wolfe Hungerford. Montana is known far and wide for a lot of things, including it's beauty. There are some places in this state that can take your breath away with their beauty. Some towns in Montana aren't just known for their beauty, they have charm as well. One town in particular as been named as one of the 'most charming' towns in Montana.
Missoula Deputies Arrest Meth Dealer in Alberton
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On June 29, 2024, at approximately 7:06 AM, a Missoula County Sheriff’s Office deputy responded to a report of suspicious activity at a residence in the 32400 block of Bible Lane in Alberton. The reporting party, Jane Doe, called 911 and whispered there was a man outside of her house. She identified the man as 31-year-old Troy Parker and said he was a tenant of hers until he burned down one of the trailers on her property. She said that Parker may have a gun and felt like he was trying to break into her trailer.
Missoula Man Caught With Stolen E-Bike in His Tent
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 5, 2024, a male parked his truck outside a bed and breakfast in Missoula County. In the back of his truck was a 2023 bright red Specialized Levo E-Bike which was strapped down and locked. The male said he purchased the bike for $7,500.
Open Houses Could Help Bring Millions for Wildfire Resilience
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On Wednesday, July 10, there will be three ‘Wildfire and Extreme Heat Resilience Open Houses’ focusing on Missoula and Seeley Lake. According to a press release from Missoula Public Health “these two events are centered around climate resiliency in Missoula County schools, focusing on Seeley Swan High School, Russell Elementary and Frenchtown K-5.”
Montana Invest $2 Million to Support Displaced Lumber Workers
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The U.S. and Montana Departments of Labor and Industry announced a $2 million investment to help displaced workers at Pyramid Lumber in Seeley Lake and Roseburg Forest Products in Missoula. I spoke with Sarah Swanson, Director of the Montana Department of Labor and Industry about...
Area Near HGTV Homes Heavily Damaged By Hurricane Beryl
The effects of Hurricane Beryl making landfall in Texas are being felt in an area once featured on a popular HGTV TV show. Millions were left without power after Hurricane Beryl slammed parts of Texas on Monday. Photos from the area show heavy flooding along the coastline, including Surfside, Texas.
City pauses new pot dispensaries, creates sanctions for underage sales
(Missoula Current) With the number of marijuana dispensaries increasing in Missoula and the health impacts on the city’s youth growing, the City Council on Monday night hit pause on issuing any new business licenses for pot sales and imposed new sanctions on those who sell to minors. The council...
County to explore affordable housing strategies, seek new specialist
(Missoula Current) As Missoula County begins searching for a new housing specialist, it may also explore a range of goals in its push to develop affordable housing, with the Wye being one of the top opportunities. Garrick Harmel, the county’s outgoing housing specialist, crafted a number of recommendations for the...
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