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Is Glacier National Park Too Busy? Then Check Out This Park
Montana's National Parks are very busy this time of year. Yellowstone continues to be on the list of the busiest parks in the country. Glacier National Park has seen its numbers dip slightly the past couple years, but is still a very popular place for people to visit. There are...
Court: It’s OK if There’s Bones in Your Boneless Chicken
You might want to doublecheck your boneless chicken wings the next time you order out after a recent court ruling that says it's totally cool to have bones when something is marketed as "boneless." According to The Columbus Dispatch, the Ohio Supreme Court made 4-3 ruling this week that "just...
Montana State Fair Drops Popular Dish This Year—Big Foodie Shock
What is the one item you crave every year at the fair? Is it the popular "TATER PIG?" Or how about the FFA Tacos? Maybe you are just a funnel cake person? But, let's be honest.....It's the VIKINGS that we cannot seem to get enough of. The Sons of Norway...
Missoula MMA Fighter Justin Harbison Fights Tonight
Montana is a state that has its share of tough people. We have had some successful fighters that have stepped up to prove that. One of the most popular UFC fighters around is Sean O'Malley, from Helena. He has shined in the spotlight of the UFC. Sean O'Malley ESPY Winner.
6 Items That Montana’s Costco Won’t Return
Costco stores in Montana are popular. I made a trip to my local Costco on the afternoon of July 3rd, right before the holiday weekend. It was impressive how many people were getting their last minute items. There have been some changes at your local Costco lately. They have gotten...
Thousands of Customers Still Need Power After Montana Storm
If you're still in the dark today, you're not alone. Northwestern Energy and other local utilities are waging a massive battle to repair millions of dollars in damage following Wednesday's big storm. Judging from the damage we've seen, some of those repairs may still take days. Northwestern Energy estimates as...
Power Outage Forces Missoula Paddleheads To Change Schedule. What You Need To Know
You don't need me to tell you power outages have wreaked havoc on Missoula residents over the last two days. Power could be out for some folks until at least Monday, but the situation is fluid. The outages hurt the Missoula Paddleheads on Wednesday and Thursday. Wednesday's game was paused...
Missoula Debris Drop-Off Sites are Being Overwhelmed by Trees
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On the Friday KGVO City Talk Program, Missoula City Public Works and Mobility Director Jeremy Keene told residents the main drop-off site at Garden City Compost is being overwhelmed at this time. “The volume at Garden City Compost is just really high right now, we...
Missoula, Please Limit Water Use: Where It’s Needed Most and How to Conserve
Missoula is recovering from the effects of the severe thunderstorm that occurred Wednesday night, July 24. As of this morning, Friday, July 26, many in the area are still without power. In related storm coverage from Dennis Bragg, "Northwestern Energy estimates as many as 20,000 of its customers remained without power" as of Thursday night.
Pioneering High School Student’s Resilience Shine After the Storm
The University of Montana hosts a wide variety of pre-college programs and one of them is the UM Summer Exploration Program, but this year it did not go according to plan. The UM Summer Exploration Program gives rising high seniors and recent high school graduates from all over the opportunity to live like a Griz for two weeks. When the 34 students arrived they were met with the heat and the smoke from the Miller Peak Fire. Assistant Director, Becka Simmons, explained that a lot of the activities were outdoors, but they were sure to make sure the students were hydrated and cool.
Here’s How You Can Win a Trip to Boston to Experience Pearl Jam’s ‘Dark Matter’ World Tour at Fenway Park
Boston’s Fenway Park has seen many of the greatest moments in sports and music history– from Hall of Famers and legendary players to iconic rock bands. This September Fenway will welcome a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band to play two sold-out shows. Get ready to see Pearl Jam live at Fenway Park!
With Rivers in Peril, Western Montana Anglers Seek Other Options
First, our hearts go out to all our fellow western Montanans who are dealing with the aftermath of Wednesday night's horrific storms. From downed power lines, including one laying across the Bitterroot River between Missoula and Lolo, to fallen trees, to lengthy power outages, to major vehicle and property damage, to essential travel only requests, the stress and frustration can be overwhelming. It is hard to imagine anyone not being affected in some way.
Missoula Fire Chief on Community Response After Storm
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - One of the important pieces of information that Missoula City Fire Chief Gordy Hughes related to KGVO Talk Back listeners following Wednesday night’s severe thunderstorm was to ask Missoulians to look after their neighbors. “What I would like to express is concern for our...
What Is a ‘Corpse Flower’ + Why Is It Going Viral Right Now?
Death is in the air, and people can't stop talking about it. The corpse flower is getting increased attention thanks to the rare plant currently blooming in multiple places around the U.S. How Rare If The Corpse Flower?. If you've never heard of a corpse flower, you're likely not alone....
Another Windy Night In The Forecast For Missoula, Western Montana
After last night's insane severe thunderstorm that brought winds as high as 109 mph at the top of Mount Sentinel, we hoped it would be a relatively calm Thursday night. And although the forecast isn't calling for 109 mph, we are in line for another blustery evening. According to the...
Where to Dispose of Storm Tree Debris in Missoula
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Missoula City Fire Chief Gordy Hughes made a special point of asking to appear on the KGVO Talk Back Show on Thursday following the severe thunderstorm on Wednesday night. Hundreds of tree limbs and other yard waste lined the streets and neighborhoods of Missoula after...
Bread Winners: See the Signature Sandwich From Each State
The culinary landscape of the United States is as diverse as its population, with each state proudly boasting its own signature sandwich that often tells a rich story of culture, history, migration, and tradition. From the lobster rolls of Maine to the po'boys of Mississippi, these sandwiches have become iconic...
Storm downs trees, damages homes, cuts power in Missoula
(Missoula Current) A powerful storm raked Missoula and outlying areas late Wednesday night, downing trees and knocking out power across large areas of the city. The National Weather Service office in Missoula several days ago cautioned that storms would be possible on Wednesday. That prediction came true in big way.
Here is How Much You Need to Earn to Be In the ‘Top 1%’ in Montana
The term "top 1%" has been around for over a hundred years, according to Britannica.com. It has became a more prominent part of America's conversation since 2011 with the Occupy Wall Street movement. Growing up in Montana, it wasn't a term I was familiar with until I was much older, but these days you hear it more and more, even here. The definition of the top 1% is the people that are among the "top 1% wealthiest Americans, as measured by either annual income or net worth". According to Smart Asset.
200+ Lightning Strikes Reported in Western Montana Following Storm
As Western Montana cleans up after the epic severe thunderstorm that saw winds reportedly over 100 mph. With traffic lights down, power needing to be restored, there was also another aspect to the storm that may cause more problems, and that is the lightning. It may be a day or...
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