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Cold Smoke Fire searing south of Glasgow

The Cold Smoke Fire has burned an estimated 1,050 acres and is about 50% contained as of Sunday night.

The Cold Smoke Fire has burned an estimated 1,050 acres and is about 50% contained as of Sunday night.

Caribou fire burns structures in Lincoln County

Caribou fire burns structures in Lincoln County

The Caribou fire in Lincoln County made a four mile run Saturday, searing several structures as it doubled in size.

The Caribou fire in Lincoln County made a four mile run Saturday, searing several structures as it doubled in size.

Wildfire searing near Libby triggers evacuations

Wildfire searing near Libby triggers evacuations

More evacuation orders were issued Monday morning near the West Fork Fire in Lincoln County.

More evacuation orders were issued Monday morning near the West Fork Fire in Lincoln County.

Labor Day report: Workplace fatalities high in Montana

Labor Day report: Workplace fatalities high in Montana

The state of Montana has one of the best employment rates in the country, but the rate of workplace fatalities is among the worst.

The state of Montana has one of the best employment rates in the country, but the rate of workplace fatalities is among the worst.

The car colors preferred by guys and women

The car colors preferred by fellows and women

When it comes to car colors, boys evidently aren’t a subtle bunch. Guys choose blazing bright car colors, according to a fresh investigate by auto sales and research site iSeeCars.com, which examined the color preferences of fellows and women.

When it comes to car colors, guys evidently aren’t a subtle bunch. Guys choose blazing bright car colors, according to a fresh examine by auto sales and research site iSeeCars.com, which examined the color preferences of studs and women.

Alice Creek fire grows, more evacuation orders issued

Alice Creek fire grows, more evacuation orders issued

Driven by windy conditions, the Alice Creek Fire proceeds to spread east of Lincoln, having burned over 17,000-acres.

Driven by windy conditions, the Alice Creek Fire proceeds to spread east of Lincoln, having burned over 17,000-acres.

Report: Obama won’t sit idly by if Trump finishes DACA

Report: Obama won’t sit idly by if Trump finishes DACA

If, as expected, President Trump completes the Deferred Activity for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, former President Obama will be speaking out. Mr. Trump is expected to announce his decision Tuesday.

If, as expected, President Trump completes the Deferred Activity for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, former President Obama will be speaking out. Mr. Trump is expected to announce his decision Tuesday.

Monday Afternoon Improving Air Quality

Monday Afternoon Improving Air Quality

Rice Ridge fire explodes, grows to 101K acres

Rice Ridge fire explodes, grows to 101K acres

The Rice Ridge fire has almost doubled in size and has grown to over 101,400 acres burned after explosive growth on Sunday.

The Rice Ridge fire has almost doubled in size and has grown to over 101,400 acres burned after explosive growth on Sunday.

Astronaut home after record-setting flight

Astronaut home after record-setting flight

Wrapping up a record-setting flight, Peggy Whitson, America’s most experienced astronaut with almost two years of time in orbit across three missions, returned to Earth Saturday after a 288-day stay aboard the International Space Station.

Wrapping up a record-setting flight, Peggy Whitson, America’s most experienced astronaut with almost two years of time in orbit across three missions, returned to Earth Saturday after a 288-day stay aboard the International Space Station.

How Hurricane Harvey’s cost stacks up against past disasters

How Hurricane Harvey’s cost stacks up against past disasters

Will these types of storms become the fresh normal? Hurricane Harvey could potentially be the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history and passing an aid package for the recovery effort will top Congress’s agenda when lawmakers come back to Washington this week.

Will these types of storms become the fresh normal? Hurricane Harvey could potentially be the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history and passing an aid package for the recovery effort will top Congress’s agenda when lawmakers comeback to Washington this week.

Fire, explosions ruin Lolo home

Fire, explosions demolish Lolo home

There were numerous explosions from ammunition during the fire which drew a crowd of to the scene. e more information for you as we learn more.

There were numerous explosions from ammunition during the fire which drew a crowd of to the scene. e more information for you as we learn more.

Liberty fire grows by Five,000 acres

Liberty fire grows by Five,000 acres

The Liberty fire searing inbetween Arlee and Seeley Lake grew by Five,000 acres on Sunday and now stands at almost 21,400 acres.

The Liberty fire searing inbetween Arlee and Seeley Lake grew by Five,000 acres on Sunday and now stands at almost 21,400 acres.

Sprague fire tops 9,400 acres, evacuations remain in place

Sprague fire tops 9,400 acres, evacuations remain in place

The Sprague fire that prompted evacuations over the weekend on the west side of Glacier National Park has grown to over 9,400 acres.

The Sprague fire that prompted evacuations over the weekend on the west side of Glacier National Park has grown to over 9,400 acres.

A tribute from a friend to Dillon football coach Steve Vezina

A tribute from a friend to Dillon football coach Steve Vezina

Steve Vezina touched so many people`s lives during his time coaching football at Dillon High School. He was larger than life and even after being diagnosed with three different types of cancer and going through chemo, nothing could take him away from the game he loved.

Steve Vezina touched so many people`s lives during his time coaching football at Dillon High School. He was larger than life and even after being diagnosed with three different types of cancer and going through chemo, nothing could take him away from the game he loved.

Houston furniture possessor who opened stores for Harvey victims gets petition for ‘Mattress Mack Day’

Houston furniture possessor who opened stores for Harvey victims gets petition for ‘Mattress Mack Day’

Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale opened two of his furniture showrooms to shelter victims of the deadly flooding caused by the historic storm.

Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale opened two of his furniture showrooms to shelter victims of the deadly flooding caused by the historic storm.

Lolo Peak fire at 45,000 acres

Lolo Peak fire at 45,000 acres

The 45,000 acre L olo Peak fire proceeds to be active in both Missoula and Ra valli counties.

The 45,000 acre L olo Peak fire proceeds to be active in both Missoula and Ra valli counties.

Mandatory evacuations at Glacier NP, shelter set up

Mandatory evacuations at Glacier NP, shelter set up

An evacuation order is now in place for all residents and visitors from the south end of Lake McDonald to Logan Pass.

An evacuation order is now in place for all residents and visitors from the south end of Lake McDonald to Logan Pass.

Fresh INFO

Evacuation orders, warning remain near Highway two hundred Elaborate fires

Evacuation orders, warning remain near Highway two hundred Elaborate fires

Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for what’s now being called the Highway two hundred Complicated fire that’s searing in Sanders County.

Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for what’s now being called the Highway two hundred Complicated fire that’s searing in Sanders County.

Only one canine flu case found in latest respiratory infections

Only one canine flu case found in latest respiratory infections

Good news for dogs and their owners in Bozeman: only one case among latest respiratory infections is canine influenza.

Good news for dogs and their owners in Bozeman: only one case among latest respiratory infections is canine influenza.

Firefighters okay after unexpected switch at Liberty fire

Firefighters okay after unexpected switch at Liberty fire

Authorities say that a total of sixteen firefighters became caught inbetween the main fire and spot fires on Saturday evening.

Authorities say that a total of sixteen firefighters became caught inbetween the main fire and spot fires on Saturday evening.

Ranch possessor sees hope in wake of Lolo Peak fire devastation

Ranch possessor sees hope in wake of Lolo Peak fire devastation

What normally is a beautiful backdrop for weddings or hiking was almost ruined by the blaze, but one one ranch holder sees hope in those around him.

What normally is a beautiful backdrop for weddings or hiking was almost ruined by the blaze, but one one ranch possessor sees hope in those around him.

Hunting season starts during fire danger

Hunting season starts during fire danger

Hunters are geared up for a busy holiday weekend as some upland game bird and general archery seasons open.

Hunters are geared up for a busy holiday weekend as some upland game bird and general archery seasons open.

Billings man loves 104th bday

Billings man likes 104th bday

In 1913, Woodrow Wilson was president and the Philadelphia Athletics strike the Fresh York Giants in the World Series. A Billings man born that year celebrated his 104th bday with friends and family at the Parkview nursing home on Saturday.

In 1913, Woodrow Wilson was president and the Philadelphia Athletics hammer the Fresh York Giants in the World Series. A Billings man born that year celebrated his 104th bday with friends and family at the Parkview nursing home on Saturday.

Searing Man attendee dies after running into flames

Searing Man attendee dies after running into flames

A man died after running into the towering blaze for which the Searing Man festival is named, according to the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office in Nevada.

A man died after running into the towering blaze for which the Searing Man festival is named, according to the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office in Nevada.

Mayor Sylvester Turner: Houston is “open for business”

Mayor Sylvester Turner: Houston is “open for business”

As Houston starts taking steps on a long road to recovery in the wake of Hurricane and Tropical Storm Harvey, Mayor Sylvester Turner says the city is “open for business.”

As Houston starts taking steps on a long road to recovery in the wake of Hurricane and Tropical Storm Harvey, Mayor Sylvester Turner says the city is “open for business.”

Very Unhealthy Air Quality Today

Very Unhealthy Air Quality Today

More mandatory evacuations in place at Sapphire Complicated fire

More mandatory evacuations in place at Sapphire Complicated fire

More residents in Granite County near the 40,600-acre Sapphire Complicated fire have been ordered to leave their homes.

More residents in Granite County near the 40,600-acre Sapphire Elaborate fire have been ordered to leave their homes.

Rice Ridge explodes to almost 53,000 acres

Rice Ridge explodes to almost 53,000 acres

The Rice Ridge fire exploded on Saturday, growing to almost 53,000 as it resumes to burn just north of Seeley Lake.

The Rice Ridge fire exploded on Saturday, growing to almost 53,000 as it resumes to burn just north of Seeley Lake.

Caribou fire burns structures in Lincoln County

Caribou fire burns structures in Lincoln County

An Evacuation order for the West Kootenai area remains in effect with fire managers reporting that “an unknown number of structures” were lost to the fire

An Evacuation order for the West Kootenai area remains in effect with fire managers reporting that “an unknown number of structures” were lost to the fire

Lolo Peak fire prompts Florence area evacuation order

Lolo Peak fire prompts Florence area evacuation order

Fresh mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for Florence-area residents due to the Lolo Peak fire.

Fresh mandatory evacuation orders have been issued for Florence-area residents due to the Lolo Peak fire.

Mandatory evacuations for west side of Glacier National Park

Mandatory evacuations for west side of Glacier National Park

The Sprague fire has compelled officials to order everyone to leave parts of Glacier National Park.

The Sprague fire has compelled officials to order everyone to leave parts of Glacier National Park.

Meyers fire leaps to almost 38,000 acres burned

Meyers fire leaps to almost 38,000 acres burned

The Meyers fire grew over 7,000 acres Saturday alone. The fire, searing twenty five miles southwest of Philipsburg, now stands at 37,649 acres burned with 5% containment.

The Meyers fire grew over 7,000 acres Saturday alone. The fire, searing twenty five miles southwest of Philipsburg, now stands at 37,649 acres burned with 5% containment.

North Korea tests powerful nuclear bomb

North Korea tests powerful nuclear bomb

North Korea carried out its most powerful nuclear test to date on Sunday, claiming to have developed an advanced hydrogen bomb that could sit atop an intercontinental ballistic missile.

North Korea carried out its most powerful nuclear test to date on Sunday, claiming to have developed an advanced hydrogen bomb that could sit atop an intercontinental ballistic missile.

2nd person bit by bat in Helena

2nd person bit by bat in Helena

According to the Lewis & Clark Public Health , this is the 2nd reported bat bite in latest weeks.

According to the Lewis & Clark Public Health , this is the 2nd reported bat bite in latest weeks.

Part of Highway two hundred closed due to Alice Creek Fire

Part of Highway two hundred closed due to Alice Creek Fire

Extreme fire behavior by the Alice Creek Fire prompted fresh evacuation orders to be issued late Saturday night.

Extreme fire behavior by the Alice Creek Fire prompted fresh evacuation orders to be issued late Saturday night.

Suggesting a chance for college for kids with incarcerated parents

Suggesting a chance for college for kids with incarcerated parents

Cy Lindberg wasn’t sure he’d ever pack up for the drive to Snow College.

Cy Lindberg wasn’t sure he’d ever pack up for the drive to Snow College.

Fraud See: Avoid Hurricane Harvey scammers

Fraud See: Avoid Hurricane Harvey scammers

The pictures from Hurricane Harvey are panicking and inspiring, which creates a flawless storm for scammers posing as fundraisers.

The pictures from Hurricane Harvey are panicking and inspiring, which creates a flawless storm for scammers posing as fundraisers.

Burn The Point celebrates classic cars

Burn The Point celebrates classic cars

The Burn the Point Classic Car demonstrate draws car enthusiasts of all ages. Car owners brought their classics to Rocky Mountain College for the 2nd year on Saturday.

The Burn the Point Classic Car showcase draws car enthusiasts of all ages. Car owners brought their classics to Rocky Mountain College for the 2nd year on Saturday.

Governor Bullock welcomes Gallatin College Photonics students back to school

Governor Bullock welcomes Gallatin College Photonics students back to school

To kick off the Fall semester Governor Steve Bullock paid a visit to Montana State University to see a fresh cutting edge program.

To kick off the Fall semester Governor Steve Bullock paid a visit to Montana State University to see a fresh cutting edge program.

Evacuation warning issued as Sprague fire grows

Evacuation warning issued as Sprague fire grows

Rangers are issuing an evacuation warning for the south end of Lake McDonald north to Logan Pass.

Rangers are issuing an evacuation warning for the south end of Lake McDonald north to Logan Pass.

Local Bobcats fans excited for season opener in Washington

Local Bobcats fans excited for season opener in Washington

The Bobcats maybe playing in Washington tonight, but it doesn`t mean that Cats fans are any less excited for the very first game of the season.

The Bobcats maybe playing in Washington tonight, but it doesn`t mean that Cats fans are any less excited for the very first game of the season.

President Trump pays 2nd visit to Texas

President Trump pays 2nd visit to Texas

President Trump visited Texas and Louisiana on Saturday as flood waters receded in some parts of the storm-ravaged area.

President Trump visited Texas and Louisiana on Saturday as flood waters receded in some parts of the storm-ravaged area.

Montana sees increase in syphilis cases

Montana sees increase in syphilis cases

Montana’s Department of Health and Human Services is raising awareness about an increase in syphilis cases, which is being seen nationwide.

Montana’s Department of Health and Human Services is raising awareness about an increase in syphilis cases, which is being seen nationwide.

Rice Ridge fire grows to over 40,100 acres

Rice Ridge fire grows to over 40,100 acres

The Rice Ridge fire near Seeley Lake has now grown to over 40,100 acres.

The Rice Ridge fire near Seeley Lake has now grown to over 40,100 acres.

Lolo Peak fire grows to over 41,000 acres

Lolo Peak fire grows to over 41,000 acres

The Lolo Peak fire has grown to over 41,300 acres as it proceeds to burn in Lolo and Florence areas.

The Lolo Peak fire has grown to over 41,300 acres as it proceeds to burn in Lolo and Florence areas.

Saturday Afternoon Forecast- Lots Happening

Saturday Afternoon Forecast- Lots Happening

Canyon Ferry Lake is ready for the last summer holiday

Canyon Ferry Lake is ready for the last summer holiday

The Court Sheriff’s Campground boasted a number of reserved signs for the coming weekend.

The Court Sheriff’s Campground boasted a number of reserved signs for the coming weekend.

Rick Perry says climate switch debate is “secondary”

Rick Perry says climate switch debate is “secondary”

Energy Secretary Rick Perry, a former Texas governor, is still taken aback by Hurricane Harvey’s devastation, but said conversations about climate switch can wait.

Energy Secretary Rick Perry, a former Texas governor, is still taken aback by Hurricane Harvey’s devastation, but said conversations about climate switch can wait.

Record-setting astronaut goes for home

Record-setting astronaut goes for home

Peggy Whitson, America’s most experienced astronaut with almost two years in orbit over three missions, comes back to Earth Saturday after an extended 288-day stay aboard the International Space Station.

Peggy Whitson, America’s most experienced astronaut with almost two years in orbit over three missions, comes back to Earth Saturday after an extended 288-day stay aboard the International Space Station.

Montana launches sentencing reforms to curb the growth of prison population

Montana launches sentencing reforms to curb the growth of prison population

A four-part series examining extensive sentencing and correctional reforms passed by the two thousand seventeen Montana Legislature.

A four-part series examining extensive sentencing and correctional reforms passed by the two thousand seventeen Montana Legislature.

Houston homeowner finds 10-foot alligator in flooded living room

Houston homeowner finds 10-foot alligator in flooded living room

Brian Foster made the discovery while assessing how badly the water had bruised his house near Lake Houston, north of Houston.

Brian Foster made the discovery while assessing how badly the water had bruised his house near Lake Houston, north of Houston.

East Fork fire burns 22,000 acres near Havre

East Fork fire burns 22,000 acres near Havre

The fire has ruined ten cabins and out-buildings, and about one hundred thirty structures are threatened by the fire.

The fire has demolished ten cabins and out-buildings, and about one hundred thirty structures are threatened by the fire.

No end in look following long fire season

No end in view following long fire season

Labor Day weekend is usually the last hoorah of summer, but this is not a typical year.

Labor Day weekend is usually the last hoorah of summer, but this is not a typical year.

Ex-cons: Montana sentencing reforms could suggest better path to freedom

Ex-cons: Montana sentencing reforms could suggest better path to freedom

Ex-con Anthony Valderrama has his own business and has been out of prison for three years – but still faces another eleven years of supervision by the state Department of Corrections, on a drunk-driving conviction. Under sentencing reforms passed by the two thousand seventeen Montana Legislature, that time could be shortened to three or four years.

This is the third of a four-part series examining extensive sentencing and correctional reforms passed by the two thousand seventeen Legislature

Powerful Hurricane Irma could be next weather disaster

Powerful Hurricane Irma could be next weather disaster

While much attention remains on Texas and the destruction left by Hurricane Harvey and its historic rainfall, powerful Hurricane Irma is rapidly intensifying in the open Atlantic and poses a major threat to the Caribbean and potentially to the United States next week.

While much attention remains on Texas and the destruction left by Hurricane Harvey and its historic rainfall, powerful Hurricane Irma is rapidly intensifying in the open Atlantic and poses a major threat to the Caribbean and potentially to the United States next week.

Cop who arrested Utah nurse put on administrative leave

Cop who arrested Utah nurse put on administrative leave

The Salt Lake City police officer who arrested and allegedly assaulted a nurse for refusing a blood draw from an unconscious patient has been placed on administrative leave, the mayor’s office said Friday.

The Salt Lake City police officer who arrested and allegedly assaulted a nurse for refusing a blood draw from an unconscious patient has been placed on administrative leave, the mayor’s office said Friday.

International Mustang Meet brings classic cars to Helena this weekend

International Mustang Meet brings classic cars to Helena this weekend

Hundreds of classic cars will be showcased in Helena this Labor Day weekend as the 38th annual International Mustang Meet comes to the Radisson Colonial Hotel.

Hundreds of classic cars will be showcased in Helena this Labor Day weekend as the 38th annual International Mustang Meet comes to the Radisson Colonial Hotel.

Gallatin County under Stage I Fire Limitations

Heading into Labor Day Weekend Gallatin County has been put into a Stage one Fire Limitation.

Heading into Labor Day Weekend Gallatin county has been put into a Stage one Fire Limitation.

Drug deactivation pouch offers safe disposition of unused medications

Drug deactivation pouch offers safe disposition of unused medications

You’ve most likely heard that you shouldn’t have old or unused prescriptions lounging around the house. But do you know how to decently dispose of them?

You’ve most likely heard that you shouldn’t have old or unused prescriptions lounging around the house. But do you know how to decently dispose of them?

Flames explode at flooded chemical plant in Texas

Flames pour out at flooded chemical plant in Texas

The Arkema plant in Crosby, Texas, has gone up in flames yet again. A plume of black smoke came from the plant on Friday during a very intense fire.

The Arkema plant in Crosby, Texas, has gone up in flames yet again. A plume of black smoke came from the plant on Friday during a very intense fire.

FWP issues fire safety precautions for hunters

FWP issues fire safety precautions for hunters

With many questioning how the dry conditions and fire danger will affect hunting seasons, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is not recommending that the Fish and Wildlife Commission close hunting seasons.

With many questioning how the dry conditions and fire danger will affect hunting seasons, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is not recommending that the Fish and Wildlife Commission close hunting seasons.

Fuel mitigation can combat wildfires

Fuel mitigation can combat wildfires

With hundreds of thousands of acres burnt and smoke blurring the horizon for weeks, can something be done to lower the strength of wildfires? One response is called fuel mitigation.

With hundreds of thousands of acres burnt and smoke blurring the horizon for weeks, can something be done to lower the strength of wildfires? One reaction is called fuel mitigation.

Meyers fire grows to almost 29,000 acres

Meyers fire grows to almost 29,000 acres

A public meeting will be held at six p.m. on Friday at the Sula Community Club House on East Fork Road in Sula.

A public meeting will be held at six p.m. on Friday at the Sula Community Club House on East Fork Road in Sula.

Gov. Bullock proclaims state of disaster in Montana due to wildfires

Gov. Bullock announces state of disaster in Montana due to wildfires

Governor Steve Bullock today issued an executive order announcing a state of disaster to exist in Montana due to wildfires.

Governor Steve Bullock today issued an executive order announcing a state of disaster to exist in Montana due to wildfires.

two thousand seventeen banner year for MSU research funding

two thousand seventeen banner year for MSU research funding

Montana State University is well known for its research, and the two thousand seventeen fiscal year was one of its best research years yet.

Montana State University is well known for its research, and the two thousand seventeen fiscal year was one of its best research years yet.

Sperry Chalet was one of the early landmarks of Glacier

Sperry Chalet was one of the early landmarks of Glacier

The chalet was listed as a National Historic landmark, and albeit there had been a few switches and improvements.

The chalet was listed as a National Historic landmark, and albeit there had been a few switches and improvements.

More than half a million acres lost to Montana wildfires so far this summer

Over half a million acres lost to Montana wildfires so far this summer

Montana is searing.

Montana is searing.

Obituary: Shirley Mae Scanga Pratt

Obituary: Shirley Mae Scanga Pratt

On August 28, 2017, Shirley Mae Scanga Pratt gave way to the side effects of the continuing strokes which she suffered since her original stroke on March 21, 2001. The warm, loving, classy, feisty and tireless little Italian is now in heaven making certain that everyone has the very best food a

On August 28, 2017, Shirley Mae Scanga Pratt gave way to the side effects of the continuing strokes which she suffered since her original stroke on March 21, 2001. The warm, loving, classy, feisty and tireless little Italian is now in heaven making certain that everyone has the very best food a

Man accused of punching Bozeman cop during arrest

Man accused of punching Bozeman cop during arrest

BOZEMAN – A transient accused of punching a Bozeman Police Officer in the groin after a fight in a local prompt food restaurant is facing a $25,000 bond. Lance K. Timblin, 28, was charged with onslaught on a peace officer, a felony, after an quarrel at Burger King on W. Main St. Thursday night.

BOZEMAN – A transient accused of punching a Bozeman Police Officer in the groin after a fight in a local quick food restaurant is facing a $25,000 bond. Lance K. Timblin, 28, was charged with onslaught on a peace officer, a felony, after an quarrel at Burger King on W. Main St. Thursday night.

Private contractors will play key role in correctional reforms

Private contractors will play key role in correctional reforms

How these multimillion-dollar programs help meet the goals of fewer people in prison is part of the discussion.

How these multimillion-dollar programs help meet the goals of fewer people in prison is part of the discussion.

Health insurers: Sticking with proposed two thousand eighteen rates for MT individual policies

Health insurers: Sticking with proposed two thousand eighteen rates for MT individual policies

Two of the three private health insurers selling policies on the «Obamacare» marketplace in Montana say they`re still planning only puny increases for 2018, assuming the landmark health-care law will be enforced and unchanged.

Two of the three private health insurers selling policies on the «Obamacare» marketplace in Montana say they`re still planning only puny increases for 2018, assuming the landmark health-care law will be enforced and unchanged.

FraudWatch: Be alert for Hurricane Harvey scams

FraudWatch: Be alert for Hurricane Harvey scams

There are slew of ways to help folks recovery from Tropical Storm Harvey, but very first do your homework.

There are slew of ways to help folks recovery from Hurricane Harvey, but very first do your homework.

East Fork Fire near Havre tops 15K acres; several buildings ruined

East Fork Fire tops 15K acres; several buildings ruined

Hill County Commissioners signed an Emergency Declaration effective at noon on Thursday,

Hill County Commissioners signed an Emergency Declaration effective at noon on Thursday,

Quick look at active fires in eastern Montana

Active fires in eastern Montana

There are presently nine active fires in eastern Montana.

There are presently nine active fires in eastern Montana.

Dental records, DNA needed to identify Missoula murder victims

Dental records, DNA needed to identify Missoula murder victims

23-year-old Tiffanie Pierce and 26-year old Augustus Standingrock were arrested and charged with deliberate homicide in connection with the deaths of two people.

Tiffanie Pierce, 23, and 26-year old Augustus Standingrock were arrested and charged with deliberate homicide in connection with the deaths of two people.

Taxes rise with Bozeman School District decision

Taxes rise with Bozeman School District decision

Taxpayers can expect an 11.Five percent increase in property taxes this year, due to switches made by the Bozeman School District. The decision comes after the state legislature’s announcement that it will ask state agencies to cut spending on schools.

Taxpayers can expect an 11.Five percent increase in property taxes this year, due to switches made by the Bozeman School District. The decision comes after the state legislature’s announcement that it will ask state agencies to cut spending on schools.

Main building at Glacier National Park’s Sperry Chalet burns in Sprague Fire

Main building at Glacier National Park’s Sperry Chalet burns in Sprague Fire

GNP officials said on their Facebook page that a group of firefighters were staged at the Sperry Chalet over the last week.

GNP officials said on their Facebook page that a group of firefighters were staged at the Sperry Chalet over the last week.

Displaying that they care: Butte realtors create care packages for firefighters

Displaying that they care: Butte realtors create care packages for firefighters

While firefighters are busy attempting to save property from wildfires across Montana, a group of Butte realtors was busy this week showcasing their appreciation.

While firefighters are busy attempting to save property from wildfires across Montana, a group of Butte realtors was busy this week displaying their appreciation.

Butte shooting victim’s condition upgraded

Butte shooting victim’s condition upgraded

Details remain murky in a Thursday morning shooting in Butte that left one man hospitalized. The shooting, which was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m., was in the five hundred block of West Galena St. in an apartment complicated.

Details remain murky in a Thursday morning shooting in Butte that left one man hospitalized. The shooting, which was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m., was in the five hundred block of West Galena St. in an apartment elaborate.

Number of Yellowstone fish dying of kidney disease resumes to decline

Number of Yellowstone fish dying of kidney disease resumes to decline

Fish found dead on the Yellowstone Sea last week died from proliferative kidney disease, or PKD, according to state fishery officials. Test results from a handful of fish collected last week were positive for PKD.

Fish found dead on the Yellowstone Sea last week died from proliferative kidney disease, or PKD, according to state fishery officials. Test results from a handful of fish collected last week were positive for PKD.

83-year-old Cody pilot uninjured in plane crash at airport

83-year-old Cody pilot uninjured in plane crash at airport

CODY, Wyo. – An 83-year-old man recently avoided injury when his plane crashed at Yellowstone Regional Airport following a search and rescue mission. Cody police officers said Thursday they responded to a call of a puny plane down about Five:30 p.m. Sunday during a landing on runway Four. The pilot, William (Bill) Holder, had been conducting a Park County Sheriff`s Office search and rescue mission up Mormon Creek, according to police. He was the only occupant. No injuries wer.

CODY, Wyo. – An 83-year-old man recently avoided injury when his plane crashed at Yellowstone Regional Airport following a search and rescue mission. Cody police officers said Thursday they responded to a call of a petite plane down about Five:30 p.m. Sunday during a landing on runway Four. The pilot, William (Bill) Holder, had been conducting a Park County Sheriff`s Office search and rescue mission up Mormon Creek, according to police. He was the only occupant. No injuries wer.

Give to the Gulf: Helping Victims of Hurricane Harvey

Give to the Gulf: Helping Victims of Hurricane Harvey

Hurricane Harvey made landfall with winds of one hundred thirty miles per hour and record-setting rain.

Hurricane Harvey made landfall with winds of one hundred thirty miles per hour and record-setting rain.

Seeley Lake man accused of running fire evacuation roadblock

Seeley Lake man accused of running fire evacuation roadblock

Stuart Stone, 73, is charged with criminal endangerment and resisting arrest.

Stuart Stone, 73, is charged with criminal endangerment and resisting arrest.

Settlement imminent in Washington utility rate case related to Colstrip

Settlement imminent in Washington utility rate case related to Colstrip

Settlement talks are under way on an electrified rate case in Washington state that`s related to the Colstrip power plants in Montana.

Settlement talks are under way on an electrified rate case in Washington state that`s related to the Colstrip power plants in Montana.

Canadian man arrested for illegal entry into U.S.

Canadian man arrested for illegal entry into U.S.

During a search of the suspect`s vehicle, agents found a weapon and large amounts of U.S. currency.

During a search of the suspect`s vehicle, agents found a weapon and large amounts of U.S. currency.

East Fork Fire near Havre has grown to 8,000 acres

East Fork Fire has grown to 8,000 acres

The East Fork Fire has burned an estimated 8,000 acres, and there is no containment as of Thursday morning.

The East Fork Fire has burned an estimated 8,000 acres, and there is no containment as of Thursday morning.

Woman who drowned in Missouri Sea had blood-alcohol level of .399

Woman who drowned in Missouri Sea had blood-alcohol level of .399

Pavitt`s kayak overturned on the Missouri Sea about a quarter mile from the Wolf Creek Bridge.

Pavitt`s kayak overturned on the Missouri Sea about a quarter mile from the Wolf Creek Bridge.

Photos, movie of Bozeman burglary suspect released

Photos, movie of Bozeman burglary suspect released

Man hospitalized in Butte after Thursday morning shooting

Man hospitalized in Butte after Thursday morning shooting

A man with a gunshot wound to the chest was transported to Saint James Healthcare in critical condition Thursday morning. Butte police officers responded to the shooting Thursday morning at approximately 8:30. The incident was reported on the five hundred block of W. Galena St.

A man with a gunshot wound to the chest was transported to Saint James Healthcare in critical condition Thursday morning. Butte police officers responded to the shooting Thursday morning at approximately 8:30. The incident was reported on the five hundred block of W. Galena St.

Puny wildfire sparked in Bridger mountains

Petite wildfire sparked in Bridger mountains

A puny wildfire was reported Wednesday afternoon in the Bridger mountains. The Ridge Top Fire on Grouse Mountain in the north end of the Bridgers is located near Sedan. As of Wednesday afternoon, the fire had burned four to five acres.

A puny wildfire was reported Wednesday afternoon in the Bridger mountains. The Ridge Top Fire on Grouse Mountain in the north end of the Bridgers is located near Sedan. As of Wednesday afternoon, the fire had burned four to five acres.

For two Montana State Bobcats, football and family go palm in forearm

For two Montana State Bobcats, football and family go mitt in palm

BOZEMAN – The expression «football is family» could not be more true for two Belgrade natives and current Montana State Bobcats.

Brayden Konkol and Derek Marks both play for the Bobcat defensive unit and love having each other around.

BOZEMAN – The expression «football is family» could not be more true for two Belgrade natives and current Montana State Bobcats.

Brayden Konkol and Derek Marks both play for the Bobcat defensive unit and love having each other around.

Bullock administration requesting 10% budget cuts from state agencies

Bullock administration requesting 10% budget cuts from state agencies

The Bullock administration Wednesday said it needs to cut the state budget by as much as $230 million, to put it back in balance, and asked state agencies to submit plans for ten percent cuts by next week.

The Bullock administration Wednesday said it needs to cut the state budget by as much as $230 million, to put it back in balance, and asked state agencies to submit plans for ten percent cuts by next week.

East Fork Fire grows to Three,800 acres, ash falling in Havre

East Fork Fire grows to Trio,800 acres, ash falling in Havre

Gusty, erratic winds have fanned the flames and the fire is now Trio,800 acres and zero percent contained.

Gusty, erratic winds have fanned the flames and the fire is now Trio,800 acres and zero percent contained.

Fox News Poll: Over half of Americans say Trump is tearing country apart

Fox News Poll: Over half of Americans say Trump is tearing country apart

Along with yet another round of dismal approval numbers for President Trump, a fresh Fox News poll shows over half of all voters surveyed – fifty six percent – believe Mr. Trump is tearing the country apart.

Along with yet another round of dismal approval numbers for President Trump, a fresh Fox News poll shows over half of all voters surveyed – fifty six percent – believe Mr. Trump is tearing the country apart.

Fire precautions urged as hunting season embarks

Fire precautions urged as hunting season embarks

Andrea Jones from Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks joins Chet to talk about the upcoming hunting seasons in southwest Montana. Upland game bird season starts on Friday and archery season starts Saturday.

Andrea Jones from Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks joins Chet to talk about the upcoming hunting seasons in southwest Montana. Upland game bird season starts on Friday and archery season starts Saturday.

Police: Boy calls nine hundred eleven from backseat to report mom for DUI

Police: Boy calls nine hundred eleven from backseat to report mom for DUI

A Portland mother was arrested after police said her 11-year-old son called from her car to report her for toasted driving.

A Portland mother was arrested after police said her 11-year-old son called from her car to report her for tipsy driving.

Explosions, smoke reported at flooded Texas chemical plant

Explosions, smoke reported at flooded Texas chemical plant

Two explosions have been reported at the Arkema chemical plant in Crosby, twenty five miles northeast of Houston.

Two explosions have been reported at the Arkema chemical plant in Crosby, twenty five miles northeast of Houston.

Map: Large Wildfires In Montana

Map: Large Wildfires In Montana

All data is from Inciweb as of one p.m. on Wednesday, August 30, 2017.

All data is from Inciweb as of one p.m. on Wednesday, August 30, 2017.

Female suspect pleads guilty in striking, searing death of Crow Agency woman

Female suspect pleads guilty in hammering, searing death of Crow Agency woman

The female suspect in the striking and searing death of a Crow Agency woman last year contradicted prosecutors` belief at her Wednesday switch of prayer hearing that the victim was unconscious when she was set on fire and left for dead in a field.

The female suspect in the hammering and searing death of a Crow Agency woman last year contradicted prosecutors` belief at her Wednesday switch of prayer hearing that the victim was unconscious when she was set on fire and left for dead in a field.

Bear captured in Billings neighborhood euthanized

Bear captured in Billings Heights euthanized

A bear has been spotted in the Billings Heights.

A bear was spotted in a Billings Heights neighborhood Wednesday morning.

Poplar woman sentenced to four years in prison for bf’s murder

Poplar woman sentenced to four years in prison for bf’s murder

The Poplar woman who admitted she stabbed her beau to death when he attempted to end their relationship in two thousand sixteen was sentenced Wednesday to four years in prison.

The Poplar woman who admitted she stabbed her bf to death when he attempted to end their relationship in two thousand sixteen was sentenced Wednesday to four years in prison.

Man denies negligent homicide charge for I-90 crash

Man denies negligent homicide charge for I-90 crash

A man accused of causing a rollover crash that killed two people and injured seven others has pleaded not guilty to negligent homicide.

A man accused of causing a rollover crash that killed two people and injured seven others has pleaded not guilty to negligent homicide.

No jail time for teenagers accused of kicking off Roaring Lion Fire

No jail time for teenagers accused of beginning Roaring Lion Fire

Cody Knez, Steven Banks and Tyler Johnson were each charged with felony and misdemeanor negligent arson charges.

Cody Knez, Steven Banks and Tyler Johnson were each charged with felony and misdemeanor negligent arson charges.

Report: Montana doctors among the most overworked in the U.S.

Report: Montana doctors among the most overworked in the U.S.

A fresh report ranks Montana sixth in the nation among states with the most overworked physicians.

A fresh report ranks Montana sixth in the nation among states with the most overworked physicians.

Multi-state law enforcement team up for Labor Day patrols

Multi-state law enforcement team up for Labor Day patrols

HELENA – The Montana Highway Patrol has teamed up with state police in Idaho and North Dakota to protect the roads over Labor Day weekend. Operation Border to Border commences at 12:01 a.m. Friday and runs through Labor Day. The program includes extra patrols on U.S. Highways two and 93. Troopers will concentrate on impaired and dispersed driving, seat belt use and criminal activity. It is a collaborative effort to reduce traffic fatalities. Law enforcement off.

HELENA – The Montana Highway Patrol has teamed up with state police in Idaho and North Dakota to protect the roads over Labor Day weekend. Operation Border to Border embarks at 12:01 a.m. Friday and runs through Labor Day. The program includes extra patrols on U.S. Highways two and 93. Troopers will concentrate on impaired and dispelled driving, seat belt use and criminal activity. It is a collaborative effort to reduce traffic fatalities. Law enforcement off.

Former BIA officer accused of menacing to arrest woman if she didn’t have lovemaking with him

Former BIA officer accused of menacing to arrest woman if she didn’t have hook-up with him

A former law enforcement officer for the Bureau of Indian Affairs is accused of coercing a woman into having lovemaking with him under the threat of arrest and then lounging about it to federal investigators.

A former law enforcement officer for the Bureau of Indian Affairs is accused of coercing a woman into having hookup with him under the threat of arrest and then lounging about it to federal investigators.

More fire limitations planned for Labor Day weekend

More fire limitations planned for Labor Day weekend

Commencing this holiday weekend, campfires will not be permitted in metal rings or at developed recreation sites, including campgrounds or cabins due to Stage one fire limitations. The confinement is effective at midnight on September Two, 2017. The confinements apply to counties including Madison County, Beaverhead County, Deer Lodge County, Silver Bow County, Jefferson County and Powell County. Granite County is presently under Stage two Limitations. The fire limitations affect private .

Beginning this holiday weekend, campfires will not be permitted in metal rings or at developed recreation sites, including campgrounds or cabins due to Stage one fire confinements. The confinement is effective at midnight on September Two, 2017. The confinements apply to counties including Madison County, Beaverhead County, Deer Lodge County, Silver Bow County, Jefferson County and Powell County. Granite County is presently under Stage two Limitations. The fire limitations affect private .

Man pleads not guilty to stabbing death in East Glacier Park

Man pleads not guilty to stabbing death in East Glacier Park

William Arocha, Jr., is charged with “knowingly and unlawfully killing” Shane LaPlant on July 5th in East Glacier Park.

William Arocha, Jr., is charged with “knowingly and unlawfully killing” Shane LaPlant on July 5th in East Glacier Park.

MSU research sets record of $130.8 million in research, contracts expenditures

MSU research sets record of $130.8 million in research, contracts expenditures

Work by Montana State University students and scientists in fields such as biochemistry, the environment, health and physics shoved the university to one of its strongest years ever for research.

Work by Montana State University students and scientists in fields such as biochemistry, the environment, health and physics shoved the university to one of its strongest years ever for research.

Woman rescued after collapsing in backcountry near Big Sky

Woman rescued after collapsing in backcountry near Big Sky

A backcountry rescue was launched in the Beehive Basin area near Big Sky on Tuesday afternoon after a woman collapsed. At four p.m. the Gallatin County Sheriff`s Office a nine hundred eleven call, advising that a 67-year-old female, who had prior heart conditions, had collapsed on the trail.

A backcountry rescue was launched in the Beehive Basin area near Big Sky on Tuesday afternoon after a woman collapsed. At four p.m. the Gallatin County Sheriff`s Office a nine hundred eleven call, advising that a 67-year-old female, who had prior heart conditions, had collapsed on the trail.

Big Sky trails closed due to dead elk

Big Sky trails closed due to dead elk

A trail near Big Sky was closed after a dead, partially consumed elk was found. The Big Sky Community Organization investigated a report of the carcass next to the Uplands Trail located off Grey Drake Road southeast of the Big Sky Town Center Tuesday morning.

A trail near Big Sky was closed after a dead, partially consumed elk was found. The Big Sky Community Organization investigated a report of the carcass next to the Uplands Trail located off Grey Drake Road southeast of the Big Sky Town Center Tuesday morning.

Lake McDonald Lodge in Glacier National Park closing early due to wildfire smoke

Lake McDonald Lodge in Glacier National Park closing early due to wildfire smoke

Concentrated smoke from the fire has been lodging in a highly-localized area near the Lake McDonald Lodge, mainly in the early morning.

Concentrated smoke from the fire has been lodging in a highly-localized area near the Lake McDonald Lodge, mainly in the early morning.

Proposed logging project near Bozeman generates controversy

Proposed logging project near Bozeman generates controversy

A proposed timber sale project near Bozeman is the concentrate of a public meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 30, at seven p.m. at the Bozeman Public Library Community Room.

A proposed timber sale project near Bozeman is the concentrate of a public meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 30, at seven p.m. at the Bozeman Public Library Community Room.

Freshly configured Parole Board a linchpin of MT’s correctional reforms

Freshly configured Parole Board a linchpin of MT’s correctional reforms

Montana State Prison Warden Michael Fletcher told MTN News he thinks the fresh model will be an improvement.

Montana State Prison Warden Michael Fletcher told MTN News he thinks the fresh model will be an improvement.

Reporter assaulted by Gianforte wants to know why he won’t grant promised interview

Reporter assaulted by Gianforte wants to know why he won’t grant promised interview

Jacobs says Gianforte is continuing a “pattern of avoiding responsibility for his deeds.”

Jacobs says Gianforte is continuing a “pattern of avoiding responsibility for his deeds.”

Resourceful dog runs away from home, comes back with bag of food after Harvey

Resourceful dog runs away from home, comes back with bag of food after Harvey

When Salvador Segovia’s German shepherd mix, Otis, got liberate and disappeared from his backyard Friday night, the Sinton, Texas, resident didn’t downright funk. After all, this isn’t the very first time the dog has ventured out on his own.

When Salvador Segovia’s German shepherd mix, Otis, got liberate and disappeared from his backyard Friday night, the Sinton, Texas, resident didn’t fully funk. After all, this isn’t the very first time the dog has ventured out on his own.

Mendenhall Fire now 70% contained

Mendenhall Fire now 70% contained

Firefighters gained a large portion of containment on the Mendenhall Fire, according to a fresh update from officials.

Firefighters gained a large portion of containment on the Mendenhall Fire, according to a fresh update from officials.

Gov. Bullock to request 10% budget cuts from state agencies

Gov. Bullock to request 10% budget cuts from state agencies

The Bullock administration will announce Wednesday it`s asking most state agencies for plans to cut ten percent of their budget, to avoid deficit spending as state tax revenue flags and firefighting costs escalate, MTN News has learned.

The Bullock administration will announce Wednesday it`s asking most state agencies for plans to cut ten percent of their budget, to avoid deficit spending as state tax revenue flags and firefighting costs escalate, MTN News has learned.

Latest FWP Yellowstone Sea survey encouraging, no closures planned

Latest FWP Yellowstone Sea survey encouraging, no closures planned

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks` biologists again surveyed the Yellowstone Sea inbetween Livingston and Springdale. Results were encouraging – fewer dead fish and stable flows and water temperatures.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks` biologists again surveyed the Yellowstone Sea inbetween Livingston and Springdale. Results were encouraging – fewer dead fish and stable flows and water temperatures.

Butte Rescue Mission hits snag in search for fresh property

Butte Rescue Mission hits snag in search for fresh property

The Butte Rescue Mission hit another snag in its effort to attempt and find a location for its fresh homeless shelter this week.

The Butte Rescue Mission hit another snag in its effort to attempt and find a location for its fresh homeless shelter this week.

Bozeman city commission approves property tax assessments

Bozeman city commission approves property tax assessments

At last night’s city commission meeting, property tax assessments were approved. And albeit tax values did increase, the city has a cutoff when it comes to tax percentage hikes.

At last night’s city commission meeting, property tax assessments were approved. And albeit tax values did increase, the city has a cutoff when it comes to tax percentage hikes.

Montanans warned about bogus “licensing” websites

Montanans warned about bogus “licensing” websites

These deceptive sites in fact only sell downloadable informational guides which can cost almost as much as the license themselves.

These deceptive sites in fact only sell downloadable informational guides which can cost almost as much as the license themselves.

DNRC planning ahead for severe weather conditions

DNRC planning ahead for severe weather conditions

Outside the KBZK News Station, we normally have a superb view of the Bridger mountains. But today they are not even visible due to the smoke.

Outside the KBZK News Station, we normally have a good view of the Bridger mountains. But today they are not even visible due to the smoke.

Widow of Deputy Moore asks for more public safety funding

Widow of Deputy Moore asks for more public safety funding

«I feel that we are not providing our law enforcement officers the implements and support to keep them as safe as possible,» she said.

«I feel that we are not providing our law enforcement officers the instruments and support to keep them as safe as possible,» she said.

Trump attorney discussed Moscow real estate deal with Trump three times

Trump attorney discussed Moscow real estate deal with Trump three times

Michael Cohen, executive vice president of the Trump Organization, and a individual attorney to President Donald Trump, discussed a proposal for real estate deal in Moscow with Mr. Trump three times during the presidential campaign, CBS News’ Jeff Pegues confirmed Monday.

Michael Cohen, executive vice president of the Trump Organization, and a private attorney to President Donald Trump, discussed a proposal for real estate deal in Moscow with Mr. Trump three times during the presidential campaign, CBS News’ Jeff Pegues confirmed Monday.

Crews brace for hot weather at Sprague fire

Crews brace for hot weather at Sprague fire

The Sprague Fire searing on the east side of Lake McDonald shows no signs of letting up anytime soon.

The Sprague Fire searing on the east side of Lake McDonald shows no signs of letting up anytime soon.

Billings women naked all to build confidence with boudoir photo shoot

Billings women naked all to build confidence with boudoir photo shoot

Boudoir photography was once considered an intimate bounty inbetween romantic fucking partners, but as the industry grows in popularity, it`s now a source of confidence for single women.

Boudoir photography was once considered an intimate bounty inbetween romantic playmates, but as the industry grows in popularity it`s now a source of confidence for single women.

Elderly are among the most vulnerable during Harvey

Elderly are among the most vulnerable during Harvey

It is an pic that is quickly coming to define Hurricane Harvey. The picture shows stranded senior citizens — many suffering from dementia — in a Dickinson, Texas, nursing home.

It is an pic that is quickly coming to define Hurricane Harvey. The picture shows stranded senior citizens — many suffering from dementia — in a Dickinson, Texas, nursing home.

Mandatory evacuations ordered in Seeley Lake, high school classes canceled

Mandatory evacuations ordered in Seeley Lake, high school classes canceled

The Missoula County Sheriff has issued an evacuation order on Monday evening for residents near the Rice Ridge fire.

The Missoula County Sheriff has issued an evacuation order on Monday evening for residents near the Rice Ridge fire.

Gallatin Valley YMCA receives $100,000 from Very first Interstate Bank Foundation

Gallatin Valley YMCA receives $100,000 from Very first Interstate Bank Foundation

The Gallatin Valley YMCA has been honored to be the recipient of a $100,000 capital campaign contribution from Very first Interstate Bank Foundation.

The Gallatin Valley YMCA has been honored to be the recipient of a $100,000 capital campaign contribution from Very first Interstate Bank Foundation.

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Conrow fire camp adding more personnel, moving to Whitehall

Conrow fire camp adding more personnel, moving to Whitehall

The Conrow Fire, off of Highway sixty nine a little northeast of Whitehall, is still searing at the foot of the Bull Mountains, which is just north of the Golden Sunlight Mine.

The Conrow Fire, off of Highway sixty nine a little northeast of Whitehall, is still searing at the foot of the Bull Mountains, which is just north of the Golden Sunlight Mine.

Meyers fire explodes to 22,308 acres

Meyers fire explodes to 22,308 acres

Due to near record setting dry conditions, the Meyers fire made significant growth and grew over Four,800 acres yesterday, primarily in the southwestern part of the fire.

Due to near record setting dry conditions, the Meyers fire made significant growth and grew over Four,800 acres yesterday, primarily in the southwestern part of the fire.

Fresh wildfire searing southwest of Anaconda

Fresh wildfire searing southwest of Anaconda

Firefighters and two helicopters are attacking a fresh wildfire searing just southwest of Anaconda Tuesday. Leona Rodreick of the U.S. Forest Service said the 20-acre fire is searing near Hearst Lake about a mile from Climb on Haggin.

Firefighters and two helicopters are attacking a fresh wildfire searing just southwest of Anaconda Tuesday. Leona Rodreick of the U.S. Forest Service said the 20-acre fire is searing near Hearst Lake about a mile from Climb on Haggin.

Helena’s EC-121 “Warning Starlet” is moving to an air museum

Helena’s EC-121 “Warning Starlet” is moving to an air museum

A long-standing fixture at Helena Regional Airport is about to get a fresh home.

A long-standing fixture at Helena Regional Airport is about to get a fresh home.

Sen. Tester kicks off Blue Cangue Jobs tour in Butte

Sen. Tester kicks off Blue Neck corset Jobs tour in Butte

Sen. Jon Tester stopped in Butte Monday to kick off what he’s calling a Blue Neck corset Jobs Tour.

Sen. Jon Tester stopped in Butte Monday to kick off what he’s calling a Blue Cangue Jobs Tour.

Montana Made: Accu-Scribe

Montana Made: Accu-Scribe

Accu-Scribe, a company based in Butte, is revolutionizing the drilling world.

Accu-Scribe, a company based in Butte, is revolutionizing the drilling world.

Belt Valley Shakespeare Players perform at prestigious festival in Scotland

Belt Valley Shakespeare Players perform at prestigious festival in Scotland

The Belt Valley Shakespeare Players practiced and performed a slightly abridged version of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” before learning they had been selected.

The Belt Valley Shakespeare Players practiced and performed a slightly abridged version of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” before learning they had been selected.

Residents near Rice Ridge Fire ordered to evacuate

Residents near Rice Ridge Fire ordered to evacuate

The Missoula County Sheriff has issued EVACUATION ORDERS on Monday, August 28.

The Missoula County Sheriff has issued EVACUATION ORDERS on Monday, August 28.

FWP Outdoors Report: Mourning Doves in Montana

FWP Outdoors Report: Mourning Doves in Montana

One state wildlife biologist working to monitor the population of game bird.

One state wildlife biologist working to monitor the population of game bird.

Eric Hyyppa leaving Montana PBS after twenty years

Eric Hyyppa leaving Montana PBS after twenty years

After over twenty years at Montana PBS, Director And General Manager Eric Hyyppa is leaving to serve as the president of the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA). The Montana native and son of the Montana PBS founder will budge to South Carolina in October.

After over twenty years at Montana PBS, Director And General Manager Eric Hyyppa is leaving to serve as the president of the National Educational Telecommunications Association (NETA). The Montana native and son of the Montana PBS founder will budge to South Carolina in October.

MSU convocation features social justice activist Bryan Stevenson

MSU convocation features social justice activist Bryan Stevenson

MSU freshmen will receive their very first official college lesson from internationally recognized social justice activist Bryan Stevenson. The lawyer and author of Just Grace will address the students about the switch they can make in the world and the injustices that occur in Montana that are tied to other American issues.

MSU freshmen will receive their very first official college lesson from internationally recognized social justice activist Bryan Stevenson. The lawyer and author of Just Grace will address the students about the switch they can make in the world and the injustices that occur in Montana that are tied to other American issues.

Drug distribution charge for 2nd man in connection with former MSU football players

Drug distribution charge for 2nd man in connection with former MSU football players

A 2nd man faces a felony drug distribution charge in connection with two former MSU football players. Jordin Williams allegedly sold Xanax to a confidential informant in February, in a deal reportedly arranged by former Bobcats Naijiel Hale and Darren Gardenhire.

A 2nd man faces a felony drug distribution charge in connection with two former MSU football players. Jordin Williams allegedly sold Xanax to a confidential informant in February, in a deal reportedly arranged by former Bobcats Naijiel Hale and Darren Gardenhire.

Butte woman faces two counts of felony drug possession

Butte woman faces two counts of felony drug possession

After being arrested on a warrant for her alleged role in distributing large quantities of heroin, a Butte woman appeared in district court today. Amber Drugge faces two counts of felony drug possession with intent to sell and one felony count of drug possession.

After being arrested on a warrant for her alleged role in distributing large quantities of heroin, a Butte woman appeared in district court today. Amber Drugge faces two counts of felony drug possession with intent to sell and one felony count of drug possession.

Bozeman man pleads no contest to felony animal cruelty charge

Bozeman man pleads no contest to felony animal cruelty charge

A Bozeman man facing three felony animal cruelty charges is pleading no contest to one of the charges. In 2015, an investigation began looking into the possessor of Bozeman’s Kountz Arena, Dayle Kountz, after photos of his pony missing a hoof appeared online.

A Bozeman man facing three felony animal cruelty charges is pleading no contest to one of the charges. In 2015, an investigation began looking into the holder of Bozeman’s Kountz Arena, Dayle Kountz, after photos of his pony missing a hoof appeared online.

Montana This Morning: Cruisin’ On Main set for Sunday, Aug. Twenty

Montana This Morning: Cruisin’ On Main set for Sunday, Aug. Twenty

Chet is joined by Becky Franks/Cancer Support Community executive director LIVE this morning from the patio with a one thousand nine hundred seventy two Pantera. Franks is promoting “Cruisin’ on Main” a major fundraiser for Cancer Support Community. The event is set for Sunday from nine a.m. to three p.m. in downtown Bozeman. Franks is expecting as many as three hundred cars for the largest car display in the state of Montana.

Chet is joined by Becky Franks/Cancer Support Community executive director LIVE this morning from the patio with a one thousand nine hundred seventy two Pantera. Franks is promoting “Cruisin’ on Main” a major fundraiser for Cancer Support Community. The event is set for Sunday from nine a.m. to three p.m. in downtown Bozeman. Franks is expecting as many as three hundred cars for the largest car demonstrate in the state of Montana.

Bozeman Hawks to play two thousand eighteen home football games at Bobcat Stadium

Bozeman Hawks to play two thousand eighteen home football games at Bobcat Stadium

BOZEMAN–The Bozeman Hawks football team will be getting the chance of a lifetime next season–the chance to play their home games on the turf at Bobcat Stadium.

BOZEMAN–The Bozeman Hawks football team will be getting the chance of a lifetime next season–the chance to play their home games on the turf at Bobcat Stadium.

Stafford Animal Shelter 5K set for Sunday

Stafford Animal Shelter 5K set for Sunday

Pam McCutcheon from Puny Dog Realty joins Chet to promote the Stafford Animal Shelter 5K Joy Run, to support homeless animals and the Stafford Animal Shelter. No dogs are being permitted in this year’s event due to the latest outbreak of respiratory illness. Race fees support homeless animals. Register online at racemontana.com or pick up a form at shelter or staffordanimalshelter.org.

Pam McCutcheon from Petite Dog Realty joins Chet to promote the Stafford Animal Shelter 5K Joy Run, to support homeless animals and the Stafford Animal Shelter. No dogs are being permitted in this year’s event due to the latest outbreak of respiratory illness. Race fees support homeless animals. Register online at racemontana.com or pick up a form at shelter or staffordanimalshelter.org.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, Aug. 16, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, Aug. 16, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Touchdowns for Patrick: Event to raise money and awareness

Touchdowns for Patrick: Event to raise money and awareness

A BBQ and flag football game will be held Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017, at one p.m. at the Belgrade High School for the Patrick Rassley Memorial Scholarship. Patrick took his own life and the event is a way to reminisce him. Chet visited with Patrick’s mother, Tracy, who also talks about a support group for parents she`s embarking next Wednesday at the Central Valley Fire Training Center.

A BBQ and flag football game will be held Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017, at one p.m. at the Belgrade High School for the Patrick Rassley Memorial Scholarship. Patrick took his own life and the event is a way to recall him. Chet visited with Patrick’s mother, Tracy, who also talks about a support group for parents she`s commencing next Wednesday at the Central Valley Fire Training Center.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Friday, Aug. 11, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Friday, Aug. 11, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Back to Bannack: Keeping history intact

Back to Bannack: Keeping history intact

This week Matt Marcinek and Chet are back in Bannack State Park.

FWP running a first-of-its-kind in Montana test during flood mitigation construction at the park.

They have set up a stimulation monitor in the basement of the Hotel Meade – a brick building built 1875, very first brick courthouse in Montana before becoming a Hotel

This week Matt Marcinek and Chet are back in Bannack State Park.

FWP running a first-of-its-kind in Montana test during flood mitigation construction at the park.

They have set up a stimulation monitor in the basement of the Hotel Meade – a brick building built 1875, very first brick courthouse in Montana before becoming a Hotel

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, Aug. Ten, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, Aug. Ten, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, Aug. 9, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, Aug. 9, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, Aug. 8, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, Aug. 8, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Agents of Hope Carnival set for Aug. Twelve

Agents of Hope Carnival set for Aug. Twelve

Robin Erlenbush and Rachel Tasker visit with Chet about the upcoming Agents of Hope Carnival, set for Saturday, Aug. 12, from one – five p.m. at Bogert Park.

Robin Erlenbush and Rachel Tasker visit with Chet about the upcoming Agents of Hope Carnival, set for Saturday, Aug. 12, from one – five p.m. at Bogert Park.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Blessed Friday! Here is a look at our top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Aug. Four, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Glad Friday! Here is a look at our top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Aug. Four, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

FWP: Fire and Hoot Owl confinements in place

FWP: Fire and Hoot Owl limitations in place

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks` properties in many southwest Montana counties are set to come in Stage one Fire Confinements Saturday. This includes Fishing Access Sites, State Parks, and Wildlife Management areas The confinements apply specifically to properties in Beaverhead, Butte-Silver Bow, Deer Lodge, Madison, Broadwater, Jefferson, Lewis and Clark, and Meagher counties.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks` properties in many southwest Montana counties are set to inject Stage one Fire Limitations Saturday. This includes Fishing Access Sites, State Parks, and Wildlife Management areas The confinements apply specifically to properties in Beaverhead, Butte-Silver Bow, Deer Lodge, Madison, Broadwater, Jefferson, Lewis and Clark, and Meagher counties.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, Aug. Three, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, Aug. Three, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

National Night Out offers a peek of law enforcement efforts in community

National Night Out offers a peek of law enforcement efforts in community

Tuesday witnessed Bozeman’s National Night Out – a chance for the public to meet local law enforcement.

Tuesday spotted Bozeman’s National Night Out – a chance for the public to meet local law enforcement.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, Aug. Two, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, Aug. Two, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, Aug. 1, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, Aug. 1, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Monday, July 31, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Monday, July 31, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Details on YMCA opening in Bozeman

Details on YMCA opening in Bozeman

Andrea Stephenson, Executive Director of the soon to be open YMCA joined us on Montana this Morning to give some details and updates on the Y. They open their doors to the public on Monday, August seven on the corner of Baxter and Love Lane.

Andrea Stephenson, Executive Director of the soon to be open YMCA joined us on Montana this Morning to give some details and updates on the Y. They open their doors to the public on Monday, August seven on the corner of Baxter and Love Lane.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Friday, July 28, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Friday, July 28, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Annual Garden and Home Tour set for Friday, Saturday

Annual Garden and Home Tour set for Friday, Saturday

The folks at the Emerson visited Chet about the twenty th annual Emerson Garden and Home Tour. Shannon Roberts and Sonja Bahr said this year`s tour, featuring not only homes but also businesses. There will also be music, artists, and lectures at several of the eight locations on the tour.

Tour is 4-8 Friday, and 9-4 Saturday. Tickets available at Owenhouse Ace Hardware, the Emerson, or by going to the Emerson Website theemerson.org.

The folks at the Emerson visited Chet about the twenty th annual Emerson Garden and Home Tour. Shannon Roberts and Sonja Bahr said this year`s tour, featuring not only homes but also businesses. There will also be music, artists, and lectures at several of the eight locations on the tour.

Tour is 4-8 Friday, and 9-4 Saturday. Tickets available at Owenhouse Ace Hardware, the Emerson, or by going to the Emerson Website theemerson.org.

Flood control efforts underway at Bannack State Park

Flood control efforts underway at Bannack State Park

This week in fish and wildlife proceeds to look at flood mitigation work going on at Bannack State Park. Matt Marcinek fills us in on the efforts to

repair an old water flume at the park that will help keep flood waters from flowing directly through town.

This week in fish and wildlife proceeds to look at flood mitigation work going on at Bannack State Park. Matt Marcinek fills us in on the efforts to

repair an old water flume at the park that will help keep flood waters from flowing directly through town.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, July 27,Two seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, July 27,Two seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, July 26, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, July 26, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Surviving a grizzly bear attack twice, part Two: Walking into danger

Surviving a grizzly bear attack twice, part Two: Walking into danger

Yesterday, we demonstrated you the story of how Todd Orr survived an attack by a grizzly bear last fall.

MTN`s John Sherer explains how Orr may have unknowingly walked right into grizzly alley on a trail in the Madison Range.

We warn you, some of the movie you are about to see is graphic and may be disturbing.

Yesterday, we showcased you the story of how Todd Orr survived an attack by a grizzly bear last fall.

MTN`s John Sherer explains how Orr may have unknowingly walked right into grizzly alley on a trail in the Madison Range.

We warn you, some of the movie you are about to see is graphic and may be disturbing.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, July 25, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, July 25, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Monday, July 24, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Monday, July 24, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

4-H lessons in life thanks to a steer

4-H lessons in life thanks to a steer

Taylor Veltkamp shares how her 4H steer has instructed her how to deal with composure and control and other lessons in life.

Taylor Veltkamp shares how her 4H steer has instructed her how to deal with composure and control and other lessons in life.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Friday, July 21, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Friday, July 21, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Milking a goat:Trickier than you think (Movie)

Milking a goat:Trickier than you think (Movie)

MTN’s Morgan Davies attempts her forearm a goat milking and detects she’s not fairly up to the skill level of these youngsters.

MTN’s Morgan Davies attempts her mitt a goat milking and detects she’s not fairly up to the skill level of these youngsters.

Feeling the fever? Time to hit the rivers

Feeling the fever? Time to hit the rivers

The rafting company Montana White Water is celebrating their 25th year. Missy O’Malley ventured out on the Gallatin to practice the joy and cool off with the team. As a way to say thank you to the community, join the celebration 7-11pm Friday, 7/21/17 at the Eagles upstairs to meet the staff, dance and win free float trips.

The rafting company Montana White Water is celebrating their 25th year. Missy O’Malley ventured out on the Gallatin to practice the joy and cool off with the team. As a way to say thank you to the community, join the celebration 7-11pm Friday, 7/21/17 at the Eagles upstairs to meet the staff, dance and win free float trips.

Avoiding peril at the fair: Lost children and overheated fairgoers

Avoiding peril at the fair: Lost children and overheated fairgoers

With so many people expecting to attend the fair, it’s effortless for kids and parents to get separated. Morgan Davies found out this year the fair has a specific place for you to find help if a child is lost. Plus, a quick look at the importance of staying hydrated during the warm fair weather.

With so many people expecting to attend the fair, it’s effortless for kids and parents to get separated. Morgan Davies found out this year the fair has a specific place for you to find help if a child is lost. Plus, a quick look at the importance of staying hydrated during the warm fair weather.

Flood control efforts underway at Bannack State Park

Flood control efforts underway at Bannack State Park

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ Matt Marcinek joins Chet to talk about the construction underway for flood control at Bannack State Park.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ Matt Marcinek joins Chet to talk about the construction underway for flood control at Bannack State Park.

Bicycle theater group set to hit the road and stage

Bicycle theater group set to hit the road and stage

The Agile Rascal Theatre, a bicycle touring theatre troupe, stopped by Montana This Morning today. The group is making a 1,200-mile loop through Montana, performing in a number of towns. Click here for info .

The Agile Rascal Theatre, a bicycle touring theatre troupe, stopped by Montana This Morning today. The group is making a 1,200-mile loop through Montana, performing in a number of towns. Click here for info .

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, July 20, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Thursday, July 20, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, July Nineteen, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Wednesday, July Nineteen, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Facing budget cutbacks, Reach Inc. asks public for help

Facing budget cutbacks, Reach Inc. asks public for help

Executive Director of Reach Inc. Rob Tallon stopped by this morning asking for support for Reach Inc. in the grim outlook of budget cuts. They are asking for letters to the Governor to reconsider cutbacks to the programs that empower adults with developmental disabilities.

Executive Director of Reach Inc. Rob Tallon stopped by this morning asking for support for Reach Inc. in the grim outlook of budget cuts. They are asking for letters to the Governor to reconsider cutbacks to the programs that empower adults with developmental disabilities.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, July Legitimate, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Tuesday, July Legitimate, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Monday, July 17, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

Top stories from today’s Montana This Morning, Monday, July 17, two thousand seventeen – latest local news and headlines from across the world.

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