Affordable housing fuels labor shortage

A commission tasked with distributing part of the $900 million in federal coronavirus relief that Montana received has named affordable housing...

Students excel at 4-H Communication Days

Perhaps among the group of 4-H presenters is a future orator of great skill.

State game wardens patrol miles of terrain

Mineral County is in Region 2 of Montana Department of Fish Wildlife & Parks, an area that contains mountain peaks reaching above 10,000 feet and valley trout streams stretching over 1,500 miles.

Legals for January, 3 2024

COLUMN: Bobcat lacrosse champs

Griz fans, Velcro down. Preferably with your favorite adult beverages clutched in your hand.

Gianforte reiterates aggressive strategy for dousing wildfires during annual briefing

Gov. Greg Gianforte reiterated his administration’s aggressive approach to fighting wildfires during an annual fire briefing in Helena on Wednesday.

State program introduces youths to sport of archery

Archery continues to increase in popularity by leaps and bounds and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks has a program designed to help youth and educators learn a sport which has been practiced for thousands of years.

Expanding rail service will create greater connectivity in Montana

For over a century, passenger rail has been part of Montana’s heritage, culture, and economy. It’s currently a lifeline for Hi-Line communities. And, without a doubt, it is part of Montana’s future.

Board scraps Paradise sewer project; assures water is safe

More than a decade ago, a representative of an engineering company reportedly came to town with ominous warnings about the sorry and deteriorating state of Paradise drinking water.

Former legislator Tschida considers PSC director job

Former legislator Brad Tschida confirmed Friday he is in discussions with the Montana Public Service Commission about taking a job as its next executive director.

Montana Rail Link train derails into Clark Fork River

A Montana Rail Link freight train derailed in Sanders County on Sunday morning, sending multiple railcars into the Clark Fork River.

Strong and scrappy young girls join wrestling club

The sport of Little Guy Wrestling has been gaining in popularity in recent years, most notably among strong and scrappy young girls.

Democrats gather in Plains to discuss upcoming session

Democrats from seven counties in Montana assembled Nov. 20 at the Sanders County Fairgrounds to share ideas and strategize for the upcoming Montana Legislature session in January.

Bill looks to cut Huckleberry red tape

Just try to get a huckleberry picker to divulge the location of their patch.

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.

Plains considers lease of railroad property

The March’s Plains Council meeting was standing-room only to address the many agenda items.

Seek the truth about grizzly bear management

Delisting grizzly bears is becoming a hot topic both in our state and nationwide.

County readies for track season

Record number athletes come out for County track and field teams

Witness, juror fees raise cost of Guill trial

The longest trial ever in Sanders County, which found Douglas Guill guilty of all five felonies last week, came at a high cost. Clerk of District Court Dianne Rummel said she wouldn't be surprised if the cost amounted to around $25,000 because of the many witness fees and juror compensations.

Bobcats hold strong throughout

Superior Bobcats Coach Dan Lucier has been working with the school's team for more than 25 years an, for the first time he and his team are so close to a state championship, they can taste it.