How to claim your Montana tax rebates

Montana’s Republican-controlled Legislature directed hundreds of millions of dollars from the state’s budget surplus — $899 million in total — toward income and property tax rebates during its 2023 session.

Steele steps down as Flathead Forest supervisor

Kurt Steele is leaving his position as supervisor of the Flathead National Forest for a post at the federal agency’s regional office in Missoula, U.S. Forest Service officials confirmed Monday.

Divisive rhetoric drives Montanans apart

Newspapers recently ran a column written by right-wing Montana politician, Sen. Greg Hertz, R-Polson, hitting the standard left/right divisive talking points about “woke” politics and tying any Montanan further left than Rep. Matt Rosendale to liberal philosophies

Grizzlies, hunters collide in northern Rockies

A hunter killed a grizzly bear in self-defense last week in the Madison Range southeast of Ennis.

Local vendors, shoppers meet at Superior farmers market

Overcast skies with a tinge of humidity after a downpour the prior evening greeted vendors and looky-loos for the first farmers market Saturday on the lawn of the old Superior School.

Savenac Nursery joins nationwide kids fishing day

Fishing with your kids in Montana is Heaven on earth. It makes lifelong memories and the more you take young’uns out fishing the better they become, the more fish are caught and a healthy obsession to a sport might be developed.

Western Montana Specialty Foods founder greets Gianforte

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte made a special trip to Mineral, Sanders and Lincoln counties Thursday with stops to chat with residents, present an award and visit small businesses.

Plains council reviews proposed traffic, parking laws

Last week's Plains Town Council meeting addressed several proposed ordinances affecting speed limits, parking and use of city-owned lands, and through truck traffic on portions of Clayton Street.

'Spa City' celebrates its roots at Homesteader Days

If the 2023 version of Homesteader Days, the annual celebration of Hot Springs, its history and the surrounding area, is any indication, it would be fair to say those homesteaders knew how to kick up their heels and have a good time.

Rodeo action delights Homesteader Days crowd

The rodeo announcer perhaps said it best from his press box perch above Hot Springs Rodeo Grounds on Sunday as another young cowboy fell from his mount and landed in dirt, surrounded by crazy hooves.

Thompson Falls event gets kids ready for summer biking

No one would likely have anything bad to say about a government-hosted event that actually benefits children in a really good way.

COLUMN: A real American sport

I had an interesting “discussion” with a friend a few months ago.

Legals for June, 14 2023

Legals for June, 7 2023

Small engine students roar on go-kart track

One can easily say that the first year of small engines at Superior High School was a game-changer for many students.

Legion to hold flag disposal ceremony on Flag Day

Flag Day is June 14. It is the celebration and recognition of the stars and stripes.

Mule trainer brings expertise to local clinic

In 1981, Steve Edwards got thrown by a mule named Casper, and the owner said, “Well, I guess you don’t want to buy this mule.”

Record numbers attend Plains Day

Threatening clouds didn’t keep people away from a day full of exciting events at this year’s Plains Day.

Memorial Day: 'Solemn, peaceful and respect'

Ask Rocky Hart what Memorial Day means and the normally outgoing veteran will turn serious in an instant.

Plains Day: An old-fashioned Montana celebration

The ominous clouds that circled the perimeter of the Wild Horse Plains were kept at bay.