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FCS Week 0 Recap: Comebacks and Thrillers Abound
FCS football is back and it’s better than ever. Week 0 is in the books and fans of the subdivision could not have asked for much more. Nearly every game on the slate was close and, at some point, featured upset alerts. From a heart-stopping finish in Albuquerque to a nail-biting MEAC/SWAC contest in Atlanta, the opening weekend of FCS ball really did have it all and then some.
Guide to 8-Man football season: Perennial powers Fairview, Belt in rebuild mode; Valley Christian loaded with veterans
MISSOULA — One peek at the rosters from last June's Bob Cleverley 8-Man All-Star Football Game gives major clues about the challenges facing Fairview and Belt in their bid to return to the state finals. Both teams had five graduated seniors playing in that spring showcase in Butte. That's...
'They stuck it out': East Helena football eyes first ever playoff berth
HELENA — The East Helena football team has endured some tough times since its introduction to varsity football. The Vigilantes scored a total of 30 points in their first season, which they finished 0-7. They won once in their first 15 games and have been victorious in four of the first 24.
Blackfeet Law Enforcement seeks help locating missing teen
BROWNING, Mont. - Authorities need help to locate a missing 16-year-old girl who was last seen on Thursday. Jayla Meineke, aged 16, was last in contact on August 22. She has light brown hair, green eyes, and is 5 feet 9 inches tall, weighing 160 pounds. Her clothing description is unknown.
Manhattan aims to maintain momentum heading into 2024 season
MANHATTAN, Mont. — Manhattan High School couldn't get the storybook ending that it wanted in 2023, but they are using it as motivation for the 2024 season. "Coming off of last year, going into State, I think that motivated us a lot coming into this year, because we want that back," Manhattan senior Michael Stewart said.
Missoula's pet fest showcases furry friends
MISSOULA, Mont. — Tails were wagging and pooches were prancing at the pet fest in downtown Missoula. With 12 shelter and rescue facilities bringing along adorable and adoptable pets, giving you the opportunity to find your new best friend. Events kicked off at 10 a.m. Saturday morning with a...
Montana State OL commit and 'fun guy' Ben Winters a leader at Kalispell Glacier
KALISPELL — Ben Winters has started on Kalispell Glacier’s offensive line for four years and he is looking to make a big splash during his last season with the Wolfpack in 2024. It’s easy to tell when watching Winters that his duties to the team are to protect...
Wirtzberger, Eldridge Resign From Northstars Baseball Team
The Havre Youth Baseball Association (HYBA) announced on Saturday morning that head coach Patch Wirtzberger and assistant coach Jake Eldridge would be stepping away from their positions, effective immediately. Assistant coach Ben Mader will serve as the interim coach for the time being while the process of hiring a new head coach and several assistants takes place.
Montana Grizzlies name 5 team captains for 2024 football season
MISSOULA — Montana head football coach Bobby Hauck announced five team captains for the 2024 season on Saturday at the conclusion of fall camp. Veteran running back Nick Ostmo and tackle Brandon Casey represent the offense, safety Ryder Meyer and cornerback Trevin Gradney represent the defense, and preseason All-Big Sky pick Isiah Childs represents the special teams.
Great Falls Central football team 'ready to play' with young core, new coach
GREAT FALLS — In the past two seasons, Great Falls Central football has won a combined three games. But with a new coach and a young core, the team feels confident entering this fall. "It's been a fun summer for us for sure," said first-year head coach Matt Stevens....
Jillian Michaels loves the ‘patriotism and Americana’ in Wyoming after leaving California
Jillian Michaels is loving the “patriotism and Americana” that she has found in Wyoming after leaving her home state of California. In June 2021, the 50-year-old fitness guru moved out of Los Angeles and relocated to Miami along with her wife, DeShanna Marie Minuto, and their kids, Lukensia, 14, and Phoenix, 12.
Angler Endures Surprise Black Bear Attack Along a Montana River
It sounds like a beautiful, inviting place to fish when one wants to get away from crowds. But like so many places, remote or otherwise, there is an ever-present danger of bears in Montana. And we're always grateful to be able to report that the injuries were not too severe.
Search Intensifies for Missing 67-Year-Old with Alzheimer's in Wyoming as Police Seek Public's Help
The Wyoming Police Department has issued a call for assistance in locating Patrick Mateo, a 67-year-old man reported missing since yesterday afternoon. Mateo, who is living with Alzheimer's disease, was last seen at the Metro Cruise event in Wyoming, as per the information shared by the City of Wyoming on social media. WOODTV reported that the community is urged to be vigilant and report any sightings of Mateo.
Great Things in Great Falls: August 24, 2024
Check out some Great Things in Great Falls! Discover the vibrant new murals in downtown Great Falls, with over 50 now adorning the city for self-guided tours. Experience the Little Shell Powwow this weekend, inviting everyone to join the grand entry and intertribal dances. Plus, dive into sports action with the Great Falls Voyagers, dirt track racing at Electric City Speedway, and the Great Falls Americans hockey season kicking off in early September.
Suspicious death in Billings upgraded to homicide investigation Sunday morning
A release from the Billings Police Department states on August 24, just after 4:00 p.m., officers responded to a welfare check for a woman who had reportedly not been seen for "a period of time." Officers had also been told suspicious activity may be involved in her absence.
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