overnor Greg Gianforte this week recognized Montana veterans for their service to the nation and their lasting contributions to their communities, presenting the 2024 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation during ceremonies in Beaverhead and Silver Bow counties. “Montana is stronger because of the selflessness and leadership of our veterans,” Gianforte said. “These men and women answered Read More…
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is warning Montanans about the dangers of 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a powerful opioid derivative that is being sold over the counter in gas stations, vape shops, and convenience stores across the state. 7-OH is a concentrated byproduct of the kratom plant and has been linked to a growing number of deaths. Read More…
The Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) command staff has wrapped up its annual district tour, a statewide effort to connect directly with troopers, captains, sergeants, and professional staff across MHP’s seven districts. The yearly tour provides an opportunity to strengthen internal bonds, set future goals, and celebrate accomplishments. This year, Colonel Kurt Sager and MHP leadership Read More…
Prosecutors with the Montana Attorney General’s Office on Thursday charged a 31-year-old Carter County man with three felony counts of sexual abuse of children for possession of explicit images and videos depicting a child under 12, including at least one image digitally altered using artificial intelligence. Shy Herbert McCutchan was arrested in Alzada by the Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte unveiled an investment of up to $2.5 million aimed at assisting rural counties and tribal communities in Montana to develop and implement tailored solutions for their behavioral health needs. This initiative is part of a broader $300 million funding allocation secured by the governor last year to reform and enhance the state’s Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte announced that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is awarding Montana $2.7 million to enhance the Montana State Veterans Cemetery in Fort Harrison. “This funding allows us to honor the sacrifices of those who have served our nation,” Gov. Gianforte said. “Each grave is a testament to courage and commitment, and Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte announced that Montana’s unemployment rate increased by 0.1% to 3.2% in August, still holding steady below the national average of 4.2%, according to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the Montana Department of Labor and Industry. Montana’s unemployment rate has now been at or below 3.4% Read More…
The production team for the television series “1923” is making a return to Butte as they begin construction of the Dutton Ranch set down a dirt road near the Mining City. Some scenes for the show’s second season will be filmed in and around Butte this October and possibly into November. After filming its first Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte recently emphasized a report from the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, which identifies Montana as one of the least regulated states in the country. The report ranks Montana fourth, following North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho, citing the state’s efforts to reduce regulatory burdens. Governor Gianforte stated that cutting red tape Read More…
Montana State University will welcome four finalists for the position of dean of the Office of International Programs during the week of September 30. Each candidate will conduct interviews on campus, engaging with students, faculty, and administrators throughout the day. As part of the interview process, each finalist will hold an open forum at 4 Read More…
From the time he was a child, Paul E. Funk II knew he wanted to serve in the U.S. military. He watched his father, also named Paul, fly a Cobra helicopter in 1968, sparking some of his earliest fascination with the armed forces. An avid athlete, Funk had always felt the deep importance of being Read More…
When J. Mitchell Vaterlaus worked as a marriage and family therapist, he noticed that many of his clients lacked basic relational skills, including skills in communication, setting boundaries, and combining and establishing familial traditions. “It made me really interested in thinking about how to do more prevention science,” Vaterlaus said. “How do we prevent these Read More…
Montana State University (MSU) has made history by becoming the first university in Montana to enroll over 17,000 students, reaching a fall headcount of 17,144—an increase of 1% from last year’s record of 16,978. This milestone solidifies MSU’s position as the largest university in the four-state region, which includes Wyoming and the Dakotas. The university Read More…
Montana State University’s Norm Asbjornson College of Engineering is set to host its annual Shadow Day events on October 16 and 17, inviting high school students interested in engineering, computer science, and Army and Air Force ROTC programs to participate. The first day, October 16, will focus on ROTC programs, featuring Army ROTC activities from Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte, joined by Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) Director Amanda Kaster, praised the state’s enhanced investments in wildfire prevention and suppression during a press conference today. The announcement emphasized the impact of $60 million in funding from House Bill 883, which aims to improve forest management and fire response. “This Read More…
Five Montanans Honored with Governor’s Arts Awards HELENA, Mont. (September 20, 2024) – Five distinguished Montana artists have been recognized with the state’s highest honor for those whose careers exemplify the visual, performing, literary, and traditional arts. The 2024 Governor’s Arts Award recipients are: Jackie Larson Bread of Great Falls Jim Dolan of Belgrade Read More…
The Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) celebrated the graduation of three new troopers during a ceremony held in Helena on Friday. The event marked the official commissioning of the recruits, who completed the rigorous 79th MHP Advanced Academy. Attorney General Austin Knudsen and MHP Colonel Kurt Sager addressed the newly minted troopers before they received their Read More…
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen unveiled a new initiative today aimed at addressing the state’s growing fentanyl crisis. The program will provide life-saving naloxone kits to middle and high schools across Montana, equipping schools with essential tools to handle opioid overdoses. The naloxone kits, which include the overdose-reversal medication naloxone, a CPR respirator mask, a Read More…
BOZEMAN – Over 30 years at Montana State University, Darrin Boss has worn many hats, most frequently a cowboy hat. Since finishing his master’s degree in beef cattle nutrition in 1994 and his doctorate in plant science focusing on forages in 2007 – both at MSU – he has served as a research associate, assistant Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte, alongside Montana Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) Commissioner Sarah Swanson, showcased new data today illustrating the robust performance of Montana’s economy. During a press conference at the state capitol, Gianforte emphasized the impact of the state’s “strong work ethic” and “pro-business, pro-jobs policies” on its economic vitality. “Montana’s economy is thriving,” Read More…
BOZEMAN —Montana State University has set a new record for expenditures on research at more than $257 million, exceeding the prior year’s total by 12% and marking six consecutive years of record-setting research growth at the state’s largest university. In its annual report to the National Science Foundation, MSU recorded research activities totaling $257.9 million Read More…
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the launch of a new educational course designed to raise awareness about human trafficking and online exploitation among students. The course, titled “Enlightened,” was developed by the Montana Department of Justice in collaboration with anti-human trafficking organizations and features insights from human trafficking survivors and Division of Criminal Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte recognized 39 distinguished veterans this week with the 2023 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation during ceremonies held across Madison, Missoula, Deer Lodge, and Silver Bow counties. Each recipient was awarded a special commemorative flag that had flown over the Montana State Capitol in their honor. “No one embodies our Montana values and commitment Read More…
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today the initiation of an investigation into MSCI Inc., a prominent investment firm, over allegations of discriminatory practices against Israeli companies. The probe, conducted under Montana’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Act, targets MSCI’s purported involvement in boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) actions against Israel. The investigation follows Read More…
A Montana cancer specialist, Dr. Thomas Weiner, is facing serious allegations following a four-year federal investigation into his medical practices. The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced a civil lawsuit on Tuesday against Weiner and a $10.8 million settlement with St. Peter’s Health, where Weiner worked until late 2020. According to the lawsuit, Weiner, who saw up Read More…
Superintendent Elsie Arntzen has announced the four finalists for the 2025 Montana Teacher of the Year award. The winner will represent Montana in the 2025 National Teacher of the Year Program in Washington, D.C. Kevin Kicking Woman, the 2024 Montana Teacher of the Year, currently teaches Blackfeet Language and Culture at Browning High School. This Read More…
Montana State pulled off a dramatic comeback to defeat New Mexico 35-31 in their season opener on Saturday. Adam Jones’ 93-yard touchdown run and Scottre Humphrey’s 4-yard touchdown run in the final four and a half minutes propelled the Bobcats to victory, stunning the Lobos. New Mexico, under the leadership of new head coach Bronco Read More…
Montana State University (MSU) will debut a new free shuttle service this fall, designed to improve campus mobility and accessibility. The CatTracks shuttle service will start operating on Wednesday, August 21, providing transportation across various campus locations. The shuttle will run from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, with vans operating continuously on two Read More…
On National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day, the Montana Meth Project announced a major expansion of its efforts to address the escalating Fentanyl crisis. The organization is introducing the Montana Fentanyl Prevention Lesson and the “Not Even Once: One Pill Can Kill” campaign to educate teenagers about the severe dangers associated with Fentanyl. Amy Rue, Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte has called on Montana’s superintendents and school board trustees to implement “cell phone-free” policies in a bid to reduce classroom distractions and enhance student academic performance. In a letter sent to school leaders across the state, Gianforte emphasized the need to minimize disruptions in the learning environment. “For our Montana students to Read More…
BOZEMAN – Montana State will continue its annual “Pack the Place in Pink” tradition to promote breast cancer awareness on Sept. 21 at the Bobcats’ home football game. Fans are invited to purchase limited edition apparel to wear during the game against Mercyhurst. The items for purchase include a pink T-shirt and two styles of Read More…
MISSOULA – A compound discovered by the University of Montana Center for Translational Medicine has started Phase I clinical trials with cancer patients. The center’s partner in the effort is Inimmune Corp., a Missoula-based biotechnology company. Jay Evans, a UM researcher and director of the center, said reaching human clinical trials is a milestone for Read More…
MISSOULA – Despite the balmy June heat, Tamila Morgan was clad head to toe in a tan beekeeping suit as hives teeming with the fuzzy black and yellow pollinators buzzed behind her at the Fort Missoula apiary. “I’m like, really allergic to bees,” Morgan said with a laugh. “So I’m just careful.” Despite her allergy, Read More…
The Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority (BSPRA) announced today that the City of Helena has officially joined as a government partner, marking a crucial development in efforts to revitalize passenger rail service to southern Montana and the Greater Northwest. This rail corridor, known as the Big Sky North Coast Corridor, once operated as the North Read More…
Montana State University President Waded Cruzado has announced she will retire in June 2025, concluding a groundbreaking 15-year tenure at the helm of the state’s land-grant institution. Cruzado, who became MSU’s 12th president in 2010, has overseen a period of significant growth and innovation at the university. In a heartfelt letter to the university community, Read More…
The United States Supreme Court ruled today to block the Biden-Harris administration’s Title IX rule, a decision that halts the enforcement of regulations perceived as threatening the rights and safety of girls and young women. In response to the ruling, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen issued a statement reaffirming his commitment to protecting women’s rights Read More…
The Montana Supreme Court ruled that minors do not need parental permission to obtain an abortion in the state. The decision aligns with a previous lower court ruling that found the state’s parental consent law unconstitutional under the privacy clause of the Montana Constitution. Abortion will now be the only medical procedure minors may obtain Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte announced today that starting tomorrow, August 15, eligible Montana homeowners can claim a property tax rebate of up to $675 through the website getmyrebate.mt.gov. Homeowners have until October 1, 2024, to file their claims. “Property taxes are too high, which is why we prioritized property tax relief for Montanans in the 2023 Read More…
(The Center Square) – Proposed ballot initiatives to ban single-use plastic bags in Bozeman and Missoula have failed to qualify due to lack of signatures. Montana Plastic Free, the organization behind the ballot initiatives, says on its website that plastic is harming the environment and human health. “On average, bans on single-use plastic bags can Read More…
Step back in time with David Fuqua, known as ‘DinoDave,’ and embark on an unforgettable journey through his latest book, *Made In Montana*. This heartwarming collection of life stories offers readers a nostalgic glimpse into a time before cell phones, when each day was an adventure brimming with wonder and simplicity. *Made In Montana* is Read More…
BOZEMAN – Montana State University Athletics is continuing its summer tradition of movie night at Bobcat stadium with a screening of Kung Fu Panda 4 on August 22nd. The film will be shown on the stadium’s scoreboard starting at 7 p.m. Gates will open at 6 p.m. Admission is free. Popcorn and water will be Read More…
Governor Greg Gianforte presented the 2023 Montana Governor’s Veteran Commendation to three distinguished veterans this week, continuing his fourth annual 56 County Tour with ceremonies in Stillwater and Carbon counties. “The dedication of these Montana veterans, both in military service and their contributions to our communities, exemplifies the spirit of service,” Gov. Gianforte said. “As Read More…
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of attorneys general in urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to implement a new rule aimed at establishing consistent pesticide labeling requirements nationwide. The proposed rule seeks to address current discrepancies and burdens faced by farmers due to varying state regulations. Under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, Read More…
The Montana Department of Revenue (DOR) is preparing to distribute its second round of property tax rebates to eligible taxpayers. This initiative is part of a broader property tax relief package signed into law by Governor Greg Gianforte in 2023. Eligible taxpayers can receive a rebate of up to $675 on property taxes paid for Read More…