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Emmy-winning actor & writer Jeff Kober guides Billings through meditation & "Embracing Bliss"
BILLINGS, Mont. - It's a shared experience that we all go through on a regular basis. Every day we all fight to retain positivity in the midst of the struggles we face, whether we’re talking finances, relationships, or even our own inner turmoil. . But something that's important to know...
Missoula Mavericks riding deep, veteran roster on chase for state championship
MISSOULA — The Missoula Mavericks have shown they're built for the tournament format. The Mavs advanced to the championship game of all three tournaments they've played in this season. They won their Mavericks Memorial Tournament and placed second in their Memorial Day Tournament as well as the Rapid City Firecracker Tournament in South Dakota.
Isolated thunderstorms across central & east MT, Excessive Heat Advisories remain in the west
MONTANA - Isolated thunderstorms are scattered across central Montana and the eastern plains this afternoon bringing gusts to 30 mph, rain showers, and lightning strikes. These storms are expected to diminish this evening. Excessive heat remains at the forefront of western Montana weather with very dry, hazy conditions. Our Weather...
WEATHER ALERT DAY: Hazy skies and high temps
WEATHER ALERT DAYS: Significant heat is expected this week. Missoula and surrounding communities will see high temperatures right around 100 degrees through Monday! Remember to practice heat safety by staying hydrated and take breaks in the shade if recreating or working outside. Obey fire restrictions, no open flames or spark, keep vehicles off dry grass, properly dispose of cigarettes, secure your trailer chains, and avoid power equipment that creates a spark.
Butte 100 bike race goes off successfully despite nearby fire
BUTTE, Mont. -- The weekend of the Butte 100 mountain bike race is always one of the summer highlights in the Mining City. But the sudden outbreak of the nearby Blacktail Canyon Fire nearly threatened the existence of this year's race at the last minute. The Butte 100 itself is...
City of Great Falls Animal Shelter combats high capacity rates and lowers adoption fees in 'Empty the Shelters' event
GREAT FALLS, Mont. - The City of Great Falls Animal Shelter is partnering with the BISSELL Pet Foundation as they hold another "Empty the Shelters" event. Laramie Smovir, operations manager for the City of Great Falls Animal Shelter says they have been participating for about five years now and it's a win-win-win... for the animals, the city, and the community.
Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market returns Saturday to celebrate 39 years of markets
BILLINGS, Mont. - It is time for the 39th annual Yellowstone Valley Farmers Market which kicks off tomorrow, Saturday, July 20. This farmers market will be this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. under Sky Point in downtown Billings at the intersection of North Broadway and 2nd Avenue North.
Missoula mayor returns from Bloomberg Initiative with new inspiration
MISSOULA, Mont. — Mayor Andrea Davis returned to Missoula after attending a course on leadership in New York City. She was among 39 mayors selected to attend the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative. Other participants include mayors from Kenya, Germany and Argentina as well as more than 25 local government officials from cities across the U.S.
Evacuation warnings lifted for Bible Lane fire near Alberton
UPDATE: July 21 at 9:30 a.m. The Missoula County Sheriff's Office announced around 5:30 p.m. Saturday the evacuation warnings for the Bible Lane fire have been lifted. The warnings had been in place for residents east of the intersection of Petty Creek Road and Bible Lane, including Runyon Drive, Lydia Lane, and Lucinda Lane since Friday evening when the fire ignited.
Robbery Suspect Attacks Missoula Grocery Store Employee
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On July 13, 2024, Missoula Police Department officers were dispatched to a local grocery store for a possible robbery. The 911 caller was an employee of the store and stated a male had “got physical” during a shoplifting. When officers arrived on the scene, the suspect had left the area. An officer met with two employees and obtained brief statements from them.
UPDATE: University of Montana’s ‘Monte’ Wins Another Award
UPDATE 7/19/24/ 7:30am- Congratulations to the University of Montana's mascot Monte for wining the latest edition of the Big Sky Conference's Mascot Challenge. Monte defeated the University of Idaho's "Joe Vandal". This makes it a back-to-back win for Monte, who took home the crown last year. The University of Montana...
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