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Tester Supports Vets with New Bill
In Red Lodge and Billings, and elsewhere in Montana, Senator Jon Tester barnstormed around the state, and spoke about how he was urging Congress to include Major Richard Star Act in the Defense Bill. He also noted the seriousness of the lack of nursing home care in Montana. Senator Tester...
Ksanka Culture Camp Hosted at Standing Arrow Powwow Grounds
ELMO — The Ksanka Culture Camp, presented by the Kootenai Culture Committee, wrapped up on Wednesday after participants participated in three days and two nights of camping and cultural enrichment at the Standing Arrow Powwow grounds. The camp featured many crafting activities including beading with Nisa Mendoza, cedar basket...
Missoula Citizen Performs CPR on Accident Victim, Saves a Life
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Over the weekend, a man in his 70’s was in a motor vehicle accident near Missoula and his heart stopped, however, an unidentified off-duty nurse who stopped at the accident scene provided CPR on the victim, restarting his heart. When first responders arrived, the paramedics reportedly shocked the man’s heart three more times on the way to the hospital.
Containment grows on Miller Peak Fire
MISSOULA, Mont. — Containment on the Miller Peak Fire burning 7 miles south of Missoula has grown to 55% as of Saturday morning. The fire measures 2,660 acres. There are764 personnel; 31 engines; 4 helicopters; 19 hand crews; 14 water tenders; 19 heavy equipment assigned. The following update was...
Thousands of customers remain without power in Missoula area Saturday morning
MISSOULA, Mont. — Thousands of customers remained without power in the Missoula area Saturday morning. The power was knocked out Wednesdsay night, when a powerful storm knocked down trees and powerlines. There were 22 tree crews working in the greater Missoula area removing trees from powerlines, and 35 electric...
How They Made It: Missoula Teens Trapped Under Power Lines
It's the most frightening video from Wednesday night's severe thunderstorm in Missoula. Two teens trying to drive home when they were trapped under power poles snapping off like match sticks on Lower Miller Creek Road. It's also one of the best lessons from the big storm. Be patient, pray, and...
Missoula Gyro Restaurant Up For Sale
The Missoula restaurant landscape seems to be constantly changing. New restaurants open, some close, and some restaurants combine forces under one roof. There is an opportunity for the right person to own a Missoula restaurant that has been around for decades. Acropolis Gyros at 117 South Ave. West, has announced that they are for sale. They shared the announcement via their Facebook page.
Photos: PaddleHeads offense ignites, blows out Mustangs 24-3
Photos from a Pioneer League baseball game between the Missoula PaddleHeads and the Billings Mustangs at Ogren-Allegiance Field on Friday, July 26, 2024. The PaddleHeads used a nine-run first inning to propel them to a 24-3 win.
City to Begin Chip Sealing on Brooks, Higgins, and Mount Avenue
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The City of Missoula announced on Monday that the annual chip sealing process to protect city streets will begin on July 29. I spoke with Brian Hensel, Deputy Public Works Director for Streets in Missoula on Tuesday about the upcoming chip sealing project. Summer Means...
Cleanup continues; meteorologists break down ‘perfect storm’
(Missoula Current) Chainsaws continued to roar on Friday and some areas remained without power two days after a powerful storm ripped through the Missoula Valley. Meteorologists on Friday described it as a “once-in-a-decade” event – the last being in 2015. Early estimates place the damage in the tens of millions of dollars with cars crushed, houses and infrastructure damaged, and the steep toll that hurricane-force winds took on the city's prized urban forest.
Debris drop-off locations available for Missoula residents following storm
There are still tons of debris from broken trees that needs to be cleaned up around Missoula and that is why the city has opened up six drop off locations where local residents can take their debris.
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.
Growth outpaces closures in latest Downtown Missoula report
MISSOULA, Mont. — Business in downtown Missoula is off to a strong start halfway through 2024, as more than a dozen new establishments have opened their doors. The openings came about as an additional 14 businesses expanded or relocated into the heart of Missoula, according to the latest business activity report from the Downtown Missoula Partnership.
Chainsaws, other equipment in high demand after storm in Missoula
MISSOULA, MONT. — Missoula residents are working to reclaim their homes and yards from the amount of foliage from Wednesday's storm. However, some of the necessary equipment may be a bit harder to come by than usual. Some stores, such as Ace Hardware saw chainsaws and other equipment flying...
Stores report inventory loss in wake of storms in Missoula
MISSOULA, MONT. — The storms in Missoula Wednesday caused power outages across the city. A lot of people had to throw the contents of the refrigerator into the trash as a result. However, consumers aren’t the only ones throwing away food. Several grocery stores across Missoula have found...
Local businesses, volunteers band together on post-storm cleanup
MISSOULA, Mont — Storm damage cleanup continues across Missoula. Homeowners and businesses are recovering after Wednesday’s storm tore through town, tearing down trees, damaging fences, and property. “Looks like a tornado went through it, we lost over 140 trees out here, most of them big, tall, mature pines,”...
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