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Frenchtown, Mont. - The Frenchtown Rural Fire Department (FRFD) put out a structure fire in the area of Spring Hill Road Saturday, evacuating all occupants. "FRFD units arrived on scene to find a grease fire on the stove, with extension to the hood," said the updated Facebook post by Frenchtown Rural Fire District Saturday.

The Missoula County Weekly has reported the opening of the Gerald W. Marks Exploration Center and Rocky Mountain Gardens. The public can visit the new building at 1075 South Ave. W., from 2 to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 5. The center is a joint effort of the Missoula County Department of Ecology and Extension, the Missoula Conservation District, the Healthy Acres Community Foundation, the Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium, and many donors. It's part of the Fairgrounds revitalization plan and aims to be a top location for science and community learning in the Rocky Mountain West.

For the first time in several years, Toys for Tots will be returning to the Bitterroot Valley, and the application deadline is approaching for families seeking assistance in getting toys for Christmas. The deadline is December 8, and distribution will be December 14 and 15 at the Ravalli County Fairgrounds.

Like many school districts in Montana, MCPS is facing a funding deficit — about $1 million, and that's the best-case scenario.

Explore the recent controversy in Missoula County as commissioners address a request for a public menorah display. Amid concerns of political implications and representation, the debate sparks conversations on religious displays and the protection of vulnerable communities in the county.

A recent road rage incident on Interstate 90 in Missoula, Montana, has become a cautionary viral sensation after dashcam footage captured a Subaru driver's aggressive encounter with a big rig truck. The confrontation unfolded between the Van Buren and East Missoula exits, where the Subaru engaged in hazardous driving behavior, brake-checking the truck before attempting to cut it off at highway speeds. This perilous interaction, unfortunately, did not end well for the Subaru driver, providing a grim reminder of the consequences of reckless driving.

Discover the latest trends in violent crime rates in Missoula County. After a spike in 2021 and 2022, numbers are finally declining. From aggravated assaults to robberies, we delve into the data and seek answers from local authorities on what's driving this downward trend.

The Big Picture: Dr. Puja Uppal, Family Medicine. says, "For optimal health, keeping an eye on our indoor air quality is a must!" Doctor's Expert Insights About Indoor Air Quality and Your Health in Montana. Know this: "Elevating indoor air quality is not just a COVID-19 lesson, but a lifelong...

Discover the future of Larchmont Golf Course as Missoula County Commissioners take over management. With plans to increase staff wages, improve conditions, and add more golf lesson programs, the county aims to attract more golfers and enhance the overall golfing experience.

AIR STAGNATION ADVISORY is in effect until noon Thursday for the Kootenai/Cabinet Region, Flathead/Mission Valleys, Lower Clark Fork Region, Missoula/Bitterroot Valleys, Bitterroot/Sapphire Mountains and Potomac/Seeley Lake Region. Periods of air stagnation can lead to the build up of pollutants near the surface. Persons with respiratory illness should follow their physicians advice for dealing with high levels of air pollution during periods of stagnant air.

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On November 19th, 2023, along Interstate 90, the Missoula Drug Task Force and the Montana Highway Patrol conducted a traffic stop and executed a previously authorized search warrant on a vehicle which was driven by 63-year-old Jeffrey McKinney and occupied by 61-year-old Dee Mock and a six-year-old.

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On November 27, 2023, at approximately 5:13 p.m., a Missoula Police Department Officer was dispatched to contact a female regarding a report that her animals had been left outside a residence in the 2500 block of Arcadia Drive. The officer contacted her by phone and learned that she had decided to move out and leave her boyfriend 36-year-old Dennis Cregan.

Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to huson..

Beware of a new scam call in Missoula! Scammers are posing as Sergeant Jerry Odland from the County Sheriff's Office, falsely accusing residents of contempt of court and demanding $8,000 to avoid arrest. Learn how to protect yourself in this video.

For the most part, everyone loves pizza. I mean, the options are endless. thin crust, hand-tossed, or deep dish. Plus, with all the different toppings from basics like pepperoni and cheese to exotic meats and seasonal fruits and vegetables, you can personalize them to whatever you might be craving. Here...

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - In the last few months, 402 affordable housing units have become available for rent in Missoula, which hundreds of individuals and families have been eagerly anticipating. On the KGVO Talk Back Missoula ECON 101 episode on Tuesday, the guests were Grant Kier, CEO of the...

Ahead of gameday on Saturday, the University of Montana's athletic department and the Grizzly Marching Band are working together to create a solid atmosphere for the playoff tilt vs. Delaware. MISSOULA, Mont. - Last week, the University of Montana Grizzly Marching band, along with the athletic department both released statements...

A few lucky Montanans temporarily escaped Missoula’s frost and chill Wednesday within the steamy warmth of the state’s first tropical butterfly house. Chloe Runs Behind visited the Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium’s soft opening with their friends and coworkers because they “just love bugs.”. “It’s a...

It was Thanksgiving this week, bitches, and while you all were busy stuffing your faces full of turkey and pie, the University of Montana Police Department was busy keeping campus clean. UMPD responded to nine crimes from Nov. 14 to Nov. 20, including classic Thanksgiving conflicts like politics, fistfights and heavy drinking.

I'll admit it. I'm one of the Missoulians who scroll the daily mugshot updates. I'm not proud of it. It's a total high school gossip move, but I know I'm not the only guilty one. It is public knowledge after all. Now, the administrators of the popular website are doing the unthinkable. Asking you NOT to show up on their site.