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Montana Veterans Needed for Fascinating UM Brain Injury Research
Some very interesting research is being done at The University of Montana when it comes to traumatic brain injury (TBI). The research will be particularly helpful for veterans, but in reality will assist anyone impacted by TBI. Several years ago I attended a veterans conference in Billings featuring the Neural...
Company looking to build solar farm near Fairview, Montana
FAIRVIEW, Mont. (KUMV) - A solar energy project could soon be coming to northeast Montana. Stellar Renewable Power is looking to develop a 74.5-megawatt solar generating facility in Richland County. The infrastructure would be built 2.5 miles west of Fairview along State Highway 201. The facility would generate up to...
Billings Flying Service Wins First-Ever Type 1 Exclusive Use Contract with Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation
BILLINGS, MONTANA (July 2, 2024): Montana-based Billings Flying Service (BFS) is pleased to announce it won Montana’s Department of Natural Resources and Conservation’s first exclusive use type 1 helicopter firefighting contract. BFS is providing a tanked CH-47 Chinook helicopter with high-volume precision water drop capability for the summer fire season contract, which started July 1. The aircraft will be based in Montana, however, could be mobilized to surrounding states under a cooperative agreement in place between the US Forest Service and State of Montana.
Triumph and tragedy: A half-century later, legend of Wolf Point's mercurial Willie Weeks and Big 32 endures
WOLF POINT — Fire codes challenged, fans jammed Montana State's Brick Breeden Fieldhouse on March 15, 1968, for what the Montana press predicted would be “the game of the century” and, later, “the unofficial championship.”. Many, of course, also came to see Mato-Sku — The White...
Monthly water bill surge concerns Billings Heights residents
BILLINGS HEIGHTS, Mont. A Billings property owner took to Facebook on Tuesday to express their concern over a sudden hike in their water bill. Dozens of people commented sharing similarly dramatic changes to their bills without any apparent reason. Nonstop Local team spent some time looking through more than 200...
Reminder: Billings Rims Closed for 4th of July
Oh, the 4th of July in Montana! Fireworks, barbecues, and the great outdoors—what’s not to love? However, if you are new to Billings, here's something you should know. The Rims and certain parks along the Rims will be closed for the 4th. As you plan your festivities, remember...
Another great 50 Mile Garage Sale
Chances are, if someone was on the hunt for something during the 50 Mile Garage Sale, they probably found what they were looking for. Dozens of residents and businesses along the more than 50-mile stretch between Lolo and Darby were set up and ready for the masses of thrifters, collectors and yard sale enthusiasts this last weekend.
Manhattan Christian, Montana Tech hoops star Caleb Bellach signs first professional contract
HELENA — Caleb Bellach last remembers being nervous about basketball three years ago. He was a sophomore transferring to Montana Tech to be “the guy” for a program that’d stack three consecutive Frontier Conference regular-season and tournament championships for the first time in league history. Now,...
Newsom’s 4th Annual Car Show to help out pool
For those looking for a fun, family friendly event that also supports the Stevensville swimming pool, they need not look any further than the 4th annual car show, hosted by the Newsom family. The event will be held on Saturday, July 6 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Newsom’s shop on 3929 Highway 93.
Kalispell couple facing 30 years in federal prison
MISSOULA, Mont. — A Kalispell couple facing fraudulent charges appeared in a federal courtroom in Missoula on Tuesday. Mistie Lynn Knapton and Travis Ray Knapton are facing up to 30 years in federal prison. One count of conspiracy to defraud the United States. One count of social security fraud.
MSU to host groundbreaking ceremony for new indoor athletic complex
BOZEMAN, Mont. — Montana State University announced it will be holding a groundbreaking ceremony for its new indoor athletic complex. The facility is fully funded by donors and includes a 100-yard field, a 300-meter track, a meeting room and restrooms. It will be located south of Bobcat Stadium and west of the Bobcat Track and Field Complex along South 11th Avenue.
Blue banners raise awareness for Robert's Run in Hamilton
HAMILTON, Mt. — It's been five years since 9-year-old Robert Leonardi was tragically killed in a hit-and-run accident in Hamilton. Today, blue banners are flying around town to raise awareness for a program called Robert’s Run. On July 7, 2019, Robert was on his way to his friend’s...
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