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MSU Offers New Bachelor’s Degree Program in Data Science
BOZEMAN – When fall classes began last week at Montana State University, senior Henry Jacobson was the first student to declare a major in data science, a new undergraduate degree designed to equip graduates with in-demand career skills they can apply in any domain that deals with data. Jacobson...
Search crews find body of missing Wethersfield native in national park in Montana: officials
Search crews have found the body of a Wethersfield native who disappeared while hiking in Glacier National Park in Montana, according to the National Park Service. Grant Marcuccio, 32, a Wethersfield native who was living in Whitefish, Montana, was reported missing on Sunday, Aug. 18. His hiking party last saw...
An Exciting New Update On Butte’s Big Development Plans
BUTTE, MT - Have you tried to understand all the development plans in store for Butte but found it hard and tedious to try and keep up?. It seems like everyday there is a new update or change to the plans that promise to bring Butte into a new era: with new shopping experiences, more grocery stores, and big social spaces for everyone to hang out in and enjoy.
Thompson Falls, Plains form co-op soccer team
Soccer fans, your time has come!Saturday afternoon, soccer comes to the high school varsity sports scene in the form of a co-op team of athletes from Thompson Falls and Plains. The new team, a product of a Montana High School Association and local school districts’ ruling that includes soccer as a varsity sport, takes to the pitch Saturday in Thompson Falls. The girls team takes to Previs Field at 2 p.m., taking on Lone Peak High (Big Sky, MT) to kick off the new season for the “new” sport. That game will be followed by a boys’ match between the same schools...
Expert shares tips for safely posting back-to-school photos while protecting your child's identity
Montana families are excited about capturing those first-day-of-school moments, but remember to be cautious when sharing photos online. School resource officer Katie Cunningham in Great Falls advises avoiding identifiable information like full names or school details to keep kids safe. She also recommends reviewing privacy settings and educating children on safe online practices to ensure their safety remains a priority.
Every NFL Player From Montana (2004-2013)
Last week, we highlighted Montana-born players from the last decade. If you missed it, you can revisit it below. READ MORE: Every NFL Player From Montana (2014-Now) Now, we're diving into the previous decade (2004-2013). There is some crossover for the guys featured in the 2014-Now list and the 2004-2013 list. I'm organizing guys by the last year they played in the NFL.
Wanted Man Arrested at Missoula Park for Drug Offenses
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On August 21st, a Missoula Police Department officer attempted to locate 41-year-old Bucky Smith so he could serve a warrant for his arrest. The officer spoke with an employee of the Johnson Street Shelter, who informed him that Smith may be at the nearby Montana Rail Link Park. Another officer was dispatched to the location and the two observed Smith sitting under a small pavilion.
School district, city finalize budgets
“Great Falls This Week” is reported and written by Matt Hudson. Send your news and tips to mhudson@montanafreepress.org. Taxpayers will get a break from the 2024-2025 Great Falls Public Schools budget, but the situation leaves the district with a funding gap to cover. The GFPS Board of Trustees passed...
City of Helena hosts emergency blood drives to combat nationwide donation drop
HELENA, Mont. – The American Red Cross reports that recent severe weather has exacerbated the already critical summer shortfall in blood donations. Nearly 60 blood drives were canceled nationwide, resulting in a 25% drop in the nation's blood supply since July 1, 2024. While Montana may not be directly...
ERES opens an EVEN Hotel by IHG in Montana
ERES Companies opens the EVEN Hotel by IHG in Belgrade, Mon. The property spans 70,000 square feet across four stories and has 120 guestrooms. The hotel will be managed by O'Reilly Hospitality Management. Strategically located adjacent to the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport, the hotel has an array of onsite amenities....
Gusty wind, falling snow levels from cold front; Red Flag Warning, Winter Weather Advisory
RED FLAG WARNING in effect until 9 PM Tuesday for the Beaverhead/Deerlodge Forest and the Helena and Townsend Ranger Districts of Helena National Forest. Strong winds 20-40+ mph and humidity below 20 percent will affect much of southwest and central Montana Tuesday afternoon and evening. New fire starts will be able to take hold quickly and rapidly spread. Existing fires may be able to exhibit enhanced fire behavior.
IMPORTANT:10″ New Snow Could Pummel Glacier National Park
It happens, but it's rare. Up to 10 inches of snow could blanket Glacier National Park and the surrounding area by Wednesday evening. This winter weather in August could be a problem for the late tourist season travel plans. Even though many schools are back in session and 'family' vacations...
Montana Huckleberries Struggle Amid Harsh Drought Conditions
In agriculture, every year is different. Some years you may get plenty of rain, the next may be drought. Some years you have an early spring. Some years you have a blistery winter late into May. According to KPAX. In January, we experienced an arctic outbreak of sub-zero temperatures, and...
Charted: Less competition for Northwest homebuyers
A shrinking share of Northwest homes are getting multiple offers, per a report from real estate research group John Burns. Of note: The region includes Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington and Wyoming. Why it matters: Less competition is a good thing for the few buyers still looking. House hunters...
Temps cooling, but wildfires still burning in Montana
A huge series of fires that span more than 400,000 acres across Wyoming and Montana has been helped by the cooler temperatures and the rain, while nearly 1,000 crew members try to contain the spread. Some people near Birney, Montana, on the Northern Cheyenne Reservation have been evacuated, with a Level 2 evacuation order in […]
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