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Helena residents react to the attempted assassination of Donald Trump
Montanans in Helena shared their thoughts about the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump. At a gas station in Helena on a Monday afternoon, MTPR reporter, Shaylee Ragar, met a new resident who was willing to talk about the shooting – not many others were. “I was like...
Dillon steer wrestler Ryder Gaasch has top Montana performance yet at high school rodeo finals
ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Dillon steer wrestler Ryder Gaasch finished third Monday night in his first go-round at the National High School Finals Rodeo at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Gaasch, the Montana finals state champion, had a time of 7.38 seconds. He trailed only Kace Hollenbach of Middleburg, Pennsylvania (4.77) and Tyler Porter of Tylertown, Mississippi (5.57). It's the top performance yet by a Montanan after three sessions. Gaasch was one of 10 Montanans competing in the evening session Monday. Hysham's Ryatt Fraser came up strong in boys cutting, finishing sixth with a score of 140. Sidney's Wacey Hovde was...
10-acre wildfire prompts evacuation warning near Lincoln
MISSOULA, Mont. — Firefighters are on the scene of a new fire burning outside of Lincoln, Montana. A Montana DNRC engine responded to a fire 1.5 miles southwest of Lincoln in the Sauerkraut drainage at 3 p.m. on Monday. The fire was 10 acres as of 10 p.m., with...
The Gallatin WIC Program Upgrades, New Location in Belgrade
The Gallatin Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) Program is headed to a new location in Belgrade! The Belgrade WIC office is now in the Heck/Quaw building at 91 West Southview Ave., Entrance 8 in Belgrade. This space is provided through a cooperative partnership with the Belgrade School District to better serve the families of Belgrade, Three Forks, Clarkston, and Manhattan.
New Housing Development Underway Near ZooMontana
A new housing project is underway on Billings' West End. Perhaps you've noticed the heavy equipment moving dirt for infrastructure at the south end of Shiloh Drive, near ZooMontana. I stopped to grab a couple of quick pictures last week, pondering what the development might be. "It's probably another shopping...
Ty Erickson, Haven Meged and Chase Dougherty earn wins at Calgary Stampede
CALGARY, Alberta, Canada — Helena's Ty Erickson, Miles City's Haven Meged and former Montana State cowboy Chase Dougherty were all victorious at the Calgary Stampede. On Sunday, the PRCA reported there were 20,000-plus fans at GMC Stadium. The PRCA noted in a Monday press release that the Calgary Stampede is known as "The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth" and a $1.85-million rodeo.
Corvallis' Cash Trexler shines in tie-down roping at National High School Rodeo Finals
ROCK SPRINGS, Wyo. — Corvallis' Cash Trexler carried the Montana flag Monday morning at the National High School Rodeo Finals, finishing fourth in tie-down roping at the Sweetwater Events Complex. Trexler had a time of 10.24, less than a half-second behind first-place Cross Fulford of Moore Haven, Florida. Weston...
Missoula City Council imposes a moratorium on new marijuana dispensary licenses
More than two years after recreational marijuana sales began in Montana, state and local officials are exploring ways to halt the opening of new dispensaries. Missoula City Council has imposed a two-year moratorium on new dispensary licenses within city limits. State lawmakers are drafting similar legislation for a state-wide cap.
Improved trails planned for former Superfund site near Anaconda
The hills bordering Anaconda’s south side, with their burgeoning quaking aspen stands and red-rock outcroppings, tempt those who crave outdoor adventure. Mountain bikers and hikers eager to experience Anaconda’s enticing uplands, however, quickly learn the challenge, and even the danger, that awaits. “They’re a bugger to climb up,”...
Duck Creek Bridge Closures Are Coming. Public Meeting 7/15
Duck Creek bridge over the Yellowstone River west of Billings will be closed intermittently later this summer and perhaps into early fall, according to a 7/12 press release from Yellowstone County. The bridge is due for necessary scour maintenance. Yellowstone County officials said the structural repairs require "periodic, maybe lengthy...
Bozeman Gallatin's Josh Woodberry becomes first Montanan to win prestigious honor
Woodberry recently became the first Montanan to be named to the Team of Distinction by the National Football Foundation. Woodberry was named to that team for his academics, his play on the football field and for his community service. Recently, the Raptors graduated their first, four-year class and one of...
Kalispell Glacier's Ben Winters commits to Montana State Football
KALISPELL- Kalispell Glacier offensive lineman Ben Winters announced his commitment to Montana State football on Monday. Winters made the announcement via X/Twitter. Winters joins Montana State's 2025 recruiting class after being a first-team all-state selection in 2023. Winters is listed on his social media as a 6'5, 300 pound offensive lineman who's primary position is at offensive tackle.
Suspect arrested following alleged crime spree in downtown Bozeman
BOZEMAN, Mont. - On the morning of July 14, officers responded to a burglary report at a business near Main Street and 7th Avenue. Security footage confirmed that an unauthorized male gained entry and subsequently stole products from the company. The unknown male left behind red paint on various items throughout the store.
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