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Historic Montana Lookout Tower Wrapped in Foil as Fire Approaches
Despite a few cooler days over the last week, several wildfires continue to burn in the Treasure State. According to InciWeb data shared by MTfireinfo.org, there are currently 56 active fires burning across the state (8/9/24), including 6 new ones in the last 24 hours. So far this season there have been a staggering 1,325 fires in Montana.
Montana Farmers Union hosting Far Out and Waiting class
Montana Farmers Union is hosting Far Out and Waiting class. Here is Mary Jenni with the details. Far Out and Waiting is at Winifred Community Center on Tuesday, Aug 20 at 6pm, Winnett Tuesday, Sept 3 at 6pm and Denton Tuesday, Sept 24 at 6 pm. To register, call Mary at 406-380-0051.
Showers and storms followed by a warming trend
Showers and thunderstorms are expected across most of Montana this evening, with a dense smoke advisory until 6 pm Friday in northeast areas like Glasgow and Jordan. The weather will be drier this weekend and temperatures will warm up by early next week.
Every Montanan May Have Had Their Social Security Number Stolen
If you've never had your identity stolen or had your bank account hacked, consider yourself lucky, because it's a huge pain in the rear. Sadly, your luck may have just run out after a recent data breach has left every Montana resident along with every citizen across America exposed for identity theft.
Bear activity ramping up with black bears, grizzlies
Black bears and grizzly bears are stuffing their faces — entering “feeding mode” — and the highest conflict period between humans and bears is starting, a bear management specialist with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks said this week. “Right now is the time period people need to be especially diligent,” said Jamie Jonkel, FWP wildlife […]
Montana Ford Drivers You Need To Read This
Montana Ford Drivers Take Your Vehicle To The Dealer Immediately. Lately, it seems we're always hearing about a new recall or safety issue in the news. Hopefully Montana residents pay attention to those warnings and take the proper actions. It turns out hundreds of thousands didn't listen to Ford about a problem with their vehicles.
Plastic bag ban fails in Montana for lack of signatures
(The Center Square) – Proposed ballot initiatives to ban single-use plastic bags in Bozeman and Missoula have failed to qualify due to lack of signatures. Montana Plastic Free, the organization behind the ballot initiatives, says on its website that plastic is harming the environment and human health. “On average, bans on single-use plastic bags can eliminate almost 300 plastic bags per person, per year,” the organization states in a FAQ...
Museum of the Rockies excavates hadrosaur fossil from Makoshika trail
MILES CITY – The good news is that a very popular dinosaur fossil that was a fixture alongside one of Makoshika State Park’s hiking trails has not been stolen, vandalized or damaged; rather, it has been excavated by Museum of the Rockies. It’s a bit of a shock...
Missoula County approves gravel pit expansion despite local opposition
MISSOULA COUNTY, Mont. – Missoula County Commissioners have decided to approve an expansion for the Western Materials gravel operation south of Lolo. The decision came after a year of debate and multiple public hearings. The gravel pit currently operates across 66 acres and, with the recent approval, could extend...
It Happened to You: Bob Wire’s Latest, “Missoula Hurricane”
It probably won't become a million seller and a big hit on TikTok. But if you want to remember what it was like to go through Missoula's severe thunderstorm "parody laureate" Bob Wire has probably penned an instant classic. Whether you ran out of power, or ice, or just couldn't...
Spill response training taking place from Rainbow Dam boat launch near Great Falls
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - People in Great Falls may see containment booms on the Missouri River at the Rainbow Dam boat launch next week. Calumet Montana announced it is training in spill response on Aug. 20 and 21 from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, and team members will be deploying containment booms from the Rainbow Dam boat launch.
Upgraded M Trail enhances hiking experience in Missoula
The iconic M Trail on Missoula's Mount Sentinel recently underwent significant renovations to make it more hike-able for the thousands of people who visit each year. The improvements include erosion control measures and new benches at each switchback.
Osprey chicks are helping scientists track pollution in the Clark Fork River
MTPR brought you the story of Iris the osprey earlier this summer. Iris is a world-famous bird who’s nested along Missoula’s Clark Fork River for most of her long life. She’s also a longtime participant in research tracking mining pollution in the river. After more than a decade, the latest data on the health of the river is expected soon.
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