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Secretive data centers, coal-fired power: NorthWestern Energy responds to state inquiry

NorthWestern Energy has responded to an inquiry from Montana regulatory officials about its plan to supply enormous amounts of coal-fired electricity to two proposed data centers near Butte in the coming years. The energy company, Montana's largest regulated monopoly utility, says that serving these new "large load" customers "can bring...

Montana · 2025-03-10

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Cold front to bring gusty winds, wintry mix of rain and snow possible

A cold front will bring gusty winds and noticeably cooler temperatures. Wind gusts of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts approaching 40 mph are expected. Daytime highs will be 15 to 20 degrees cooler when compared to recent days. Higher elevations near the Idaho-Montana border are experiencing snow showers, with...

Idaho · 2025-03-10

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Your Ultimate Guide to Watching the New Eclipse in Montana

BUTTE, MT - Prepare to be captivated by a celestial spectacle as a total lunar eclipse graces the skies on March 14, 2025. This event, often referred to as a "Blood Moon," occurs when the Earth aligns directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting Earth's shadow over the lunar surface and giving it a reddish hue.

Montana · 2025-03-10

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Montana health alert: Protect yourself from hantavirus this spring

MONTANA - As spring approaches, the Hill County Health Department is warning residents about the risks of hantavirus, a rare disease spread by rodents. Cleaning out sheds, cabins, boats, and RVs can stir up the virus, leading to potential infection. Hantavirus is primarily transmitted by deer mice in Montana. People...

Montana · 2025-03-10

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Montana builders face challenges with potential lumber tariffs

MISSOULA, Mont. – The federal government's consideration of a lumber tariff could have significant effects on Montana's construction industry. Andy Shirtliff, Executive Director of the Montana Building Industry Association, explained the potential challenges. "Currently with the tariffs, it's going to really hurt those wood import or lumber imports from other areas such as like Canada and with our sawmills and lumber mills closing down across the state that makes it even more difficult to get supply... And so, with that increases the price of that supply as well as the price of the home that they're looking to build," said Shirtliff.

Montana · 2025-03-10

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City looking into alternative Vigilante Day Parade route

Helena's social media was abuzz over the past few days regarding the Vigilante Day Parade and the potential of the route changing.

Helena, MT · 2025-03-11

KTVH

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Earthquake felt in Helena on Sunday

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed a 2.7 earthquake hit the South Hills area around 3:38 p.m. on March 9.

Helena, MT · 2025-03-09

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Montana Gas Prices Have Risen 10 Weeks in a Row

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - At the end of 2024, Montana gasoline prices dropped 20 out of the last 22 weeks. To start 2025, prices have increased 10 weeks in a row. Patrick De Haan is the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy and he provided the current numbers. “Average...

Montana · 2025-03-10

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Montana health alert: Protect yourself from hantavirus this spring

Montana · 2025-03-10

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New Numbers Reflect Growing Concerns of Retirement in MT

BUTTE, MT - For many Montanans, retirement is the ultimate goal—a well-earned chance to enjoy the Big Sky Country without the demands of a 9-to-5 job. Whether it's fishing along the Missouri River, hiking in Glacier National Park, or simply relaxing on a quiet piece of land, retirement in Montana promises a lifestyle that’s both peaceful and fulfilling.

Montana · 2025-03-10

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4 Montana Counties Made ‘Worst In America’ List For DUIs

Which Montana Counties Made The ‘Worst In America’ List For DUIs?. It is not exactly a secret that Montana has a problem when it comes to drinking and driving. It has been known for years that this is an issue, but it is still sad when you see that 4 counties in Montana are in the top 21 for "Worst Counties For DUI Fatalities."

Montana · 2025-03-09

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Montana New Rule on Right Turns at Red Lights: Everything Drivers Need to Know

In 2025, Montana introduced a new rule regarding right turns at red lights, impacting how drivers navigate intersections across the state. This change aims to improve traffic safety and reduce accidents caused by right turns at red signals. Here’s everything you need to know about the new regulation, including its impact on drivers, penalties for violations, and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).

Montana · 2025-03-10

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Montana’s New Pet Feeder Law Explained: Essential Info for Pet Owners

Montana, with its breathtaking natural landscapes and abundant wildlife, has always been a state where humans and nature coexist harmoniously. However, with the growing concerns about the balance between urban and wildlife spaces, the state has introduced a new regulation aimed at addressing a common issue among pet owners: feeding pets in public areas. The Montana New Pet Feeder Law aims to protect local ecosystems, reduce litter, and prevent the attraction of wildlife to populated areas.

Montana · 2025-03-10

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Four-state collaborative seeks to improve food access in Native nations

Food-bank organizations teamed up in four states, including Wyoming, to launch the 104° West Collaborative in 2021 to better serve their Indigenous community members. Early research has helped them understand how to serve these rural communities in culturally informed ways. There are 23 federally recognized Native Nations across North...

Montana · 2025-03-10

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Great Falls woman accused of killing 2-month-old baby

A woman accused of beating her 2-month-old baby has changed her plea. Locations — Great Falls woman pleads guilty to killing of 2-month-old baby.

Great Falls, MT · 2025-03-07

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Hanks basketball player Kristina Butterfield dies from injuries suffered in car crash

Hanks High School student Kristina Butterfield will always be remembered as a person with empathy for others, a love for family and friends and a love for the game of basketball. On Saturday, Butterfield died from injuries suffered in a car crash on Sunday, March 2, in Laurel, Montana, her family confirmed. Butterfield was 16 years old and one of seven siblings. "Kristina was wise beyond her years," said Butterfield's sister, Kayla Evans, who lives in Montana. "She always looked at the great qualities in people. She spread love to others, was focused and I never saw her without...

Laurel, MT · 2025-03-08

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Body of missing woman recovered near Beartracks Bridge

UPDATE: March 9 at 5:34 p.m. The body of Danit Ehrlich was recovered from the Clark Fork River near Beartracks Bridge, the Missoula Police Department announced. Ehrlich and her dog, Bamba, were reported missing and believed to have drowned on February 21, 2025. Police responded to a 911 call reporting...

Missoula, MT · 2025-03-09

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Low and Slow Helicopters will be Flying Across Montana in March and April

What's up with the low-flying helicopters in Montana this spring?. Don't be alarmed if you hear the thundering thump-thump-thump of a low-flying helicopter near your property over the next two months. Northwestern Energy is conducting aerial inspections of its power lines across the state from March 3 to April 18, and they're using helicopters to get a closer look.

Montana · 2025-03-08

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