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Strong Drying Winds May Hasten the Chance of Montana Wildfires
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The Missoula valley has been buffeted over the last few weeks with strong, gusty winds; so much so that I called Bob Nester, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service to ask about the effects the winds might have on potential wildfire risks, even this early in the fire season.
Montana Has Nearly The Most Expensive Energy Costs In The Nation
I'm not going to lie; when I first learned that Montana has some of the highest energy costs in the nation, I was a bit irritated. After all, Montana is home to some of the richest natural resources in the nation, yet here we are paying some of the highest prices for our energy.
Loyalty, abortion and immigration take center stage at state GOP Convention
Montana Republicans met in Billings over the weekend to update their party’s platform. This is the document that outlines what the party stands for and its policy priorities. Montana Public Radio’s Shaylee Ragar was at the event and joined host Austin Amestoy to talk about the Republicans' debate on election law, immigration, abortion and party loyalty.
Nonprofit working to provide effective PTSD treatment for Montana veterans
MISSOULA, Mont. - Many Montana veterans today suffer from various mental health problems including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which is one of the reasons why the treasure state has the highest veteran suicide rate in the country.
Montana cities weigh options after Supreme Court homelessness ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court overturned a ruling on Friday that prevented cities from fining or jailing unhoused people for sleeping in public if the city didn’t have another option for them. The ruling overturned a 2018 decision from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Cities in nine western states,...
Popular Fan Favorite Absent at State Fair This Year
Popular Fan Favorite Absent at State Fair This Year. The food at our Montana State Fair in Great Falls is one of the main reasons that I love when that time comes. And even though some of those favorites have come and gone over the years, one has remained a constant. Until now.
Gianforte Highlights Value-Added Ag on 56 County Tour
Governor Greg Gianforte continued his fourth annual 56 County Tour as governor, meeting with Montanans in Gallatin and Park counties. “Montana is home to a diverse range of industries, from pioneering research to small businesses that bolster tourism and the arts,” Gov. Gianforte emphasized. “Investing in our state laboratories and tourism sector is pivotal for driving research advancements, supporting local economies, and showcasing our state’s natural beauty to visitors.”
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