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Jefferson safety Luke Oxarart commits to Montana State
BOULDER, Mont. - Jefferson safety Luke Oxarart announced his commitment to Montana State football on Monday night. He made the announcement on his X/Twitter account. Oxarart is the ninth known Bobcat commitment from the Class of 2025 and the sixth to come from the Treasure State after Bozeman's Grant Vigen and Dillon's Carter Curnow recently announced their commitments to Montana State.
Festival Fashion: Under the Big Sky
Set in the breathtaking landscape of Whitefish, Montana, the Under the Big Sky Festival is a harmonious blend of music, culture, and Western fashion. Set on a 350-acre ranch, festival goers enjoyed expansive 180-degree views of the heart of Big Sky Country and performances across two stages in naturally formed amphitheaters on the ranch. This annual event draws thousands of attendees who flock to experience the breadth and legacy of Americana, with artists celebrating both traditional and contemporary takes on our country's rich musical traditions. This year's festival headliners included amazing musicians like Miranda Lambert, Turnpike Troubadours, and Tanya Tucker. In addition to music, attendees could watch a daily rodeo or take a trail ride through the ranch. This festival drew some of our favorite influencers to attend, and their outfits were show-stopping.
WOW! Choteau Get’s Their Kicks @ 6!
The summer concert series in Choteau City Park's going full tilt every Thursday night this month & next! This Thursday night, you'll be cryin' for Ryan...Joe Ryan, will be providing the FREE music in the bandshell. Forget cooking, you can skip it by supporting our LOCAL Montana businesses who sell savory food, beer & wine, sweet treats & farmer's market goods & wares. Come "Get Your Kicks @ 6," this Thursday night, & every Thursday night through August, during Summer '24, in Choteau.
Kansas man admits defrauding Montana rancher in hay scam
A Kansas man accused of devising a scheme to steal from Montana and Wyoming ranchers who were trying to find hay to feed their livestock during a drought admitted to a fraud charge last week, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said. The defendant, Jory D. Parks, 43, of Logan, Kansas, was...
New Human-caused Wildfire is Burning NW of Missoula
There is a new wildfire burning about 7 miles northwest of Missoula and it's called the Butler Creek Fire. The fire is human-caused and crews are actively working to contain it in it's early stages. As of Wednesday morning, the Butler Creek Fire was 307 acres in size and was...
Man Found ‘Passed Out’ in Car While Driving in Missoula
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 19, 2024, a Missoula Police Department Officer was dispatched to the area of 1215 Phillips Street regarding a man who appeared to be passed out in his vehicle while driving. When the officer arrived, the complainant pointed him toward a vehicle that was parked at the intersection of Sherwood Street and Shakespeare Street.
Chase in Montana Tops 130 MPH, 14 Vehicles Were Almost Hit
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 21, 2024, a Montana Highway Patrol Trooper observed a motor vehicle traveling southbound on US Highway 93 into Lolo. The trooper’s radar showed the vehicle traveling 72 MPH entering a 45 MPH zone. The trooper observed that the driver was a male and there was one female passenger.
Man identified in Mineral Co. officer-involved shooting
MISSOULA, Mont. — The victim in an officer-involved shooting in Mineral County on July 21 has been identified as 68-year-old Richard C. Smith of Missoula. The Mineral County Sheriff's Office was involved in an officer-involved shooting on July 21. At 11:00 a.m. Sunday near the Fish Creek area Smith...
Anaconda police seek help identifying pursuit suspect
ANACONDA, Mont. — Anaconda-Deer Lodge Law Enforcement are seeking the public’s help in identifying a vehicle that was engaged in a pursuit on Sunday evening, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. In a Facebook post, they say the driver of the Dodge Hellcat, which possibly had black...
Screen door uproar in Great Falls public housing
This story is excerpted from Great Falls This Week, a weekly newsletter featuring Great Falls city government, public school meetings, business news and upcoming entertainment and events. Want to see Great Falls This Week in your inbox every Monday? Sign up here. There was a small notice in the summer...
Aggregation of lots sets city up for purchase of poplar farm
(Missoula Current) A collection of lots off Mullan Road would be realigned under a request by the property’s owner, making them more marketable for future development. The city also has expressed interest in one the parcels, which currently houses the wastewater treatment plant and the poplar farm. The parcels are all currently owned by the Clouse family.
Doing Better Business: Uninsured and underqualified landscape companies abound
MISSOULA, Mont. — The summer season brings with it an increase in landscaper activity, but the Better Business Bureau warns this year, property owners are losing thousands by working with uninsured and underqualified landscape companies. "We’ve barely entered into the summer season, and our local BBB already has 75...
Massive Missoula area subdivision garners initial approval
A standalone community with its own farm and potentially hundreds of homes at the Wye west of Missoula was initially approved by county officials this week. The Missoula Consolidated Planning Board unanimously approved the Grass Valley Gardens subdivision on Tuesday, and the Missoula County Commissioners will consider the project on August 8. The subdivision includes the first four phases of a larger development and includes 445 residential units and seven commercial lots.
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