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Highest Grossing Film Out Of Montana Will Blow Your Mind
How did we not know this movie was partially filmed in Montana? Was our childhood a lie?. The movie business in Montana has been booming lately. Big Sky Country has seen several high-profile and independent film productions come to Montana. Everything from horror to westerns to dramatic movies has set up shop in Montana.
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...
Again? NorthWestern Energy Seeks Approval For New Rate Hike
Remember this year when your power bills went through the roof?. In October 2023 the Public Service Commission approved a rate hit for RESIDENTIAL customers at 28 percent. That means if your bill WAS $91.27 it will now be $116.78. That's over $20 a month from the average Montana household. That can add up really fast in extra money for the utility. Example: There are over 400,000 households in Montana. That adds up to over 8 MILLION dollars a month MORE revenue for NorthWestern Energy.
Willow Presentation Explores Indigenous Knowledge, Practice
MISSOULA - All Nations Health Center hosted a Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) presentation by Rosalyn LaPier, Ph.D. (Blackfeet, Métis), that focused on the cultural significance of trees, particularly the willow. Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), according to the TEK Lab, is defined as knowledge and practices passed down through generations,...
'All of my favorite things in one trip': Montana wrestlers on their way to Germany
As Team Montana gathered in the backyard of a residence in west Billings for a get-together before heading for disco bowling and a wrestling session later, boys coach Mike Etchemendy of Miles City reflected. On a bright and sunny Saturday, Etchemendy recalled his days as a youth wrestler in Miles...
Tester Supports Vets with New Bill
In Red Lodge and Billings, and elsewhere in Montana, Senator Jon Tester barnstormed around the state, and spoke about how he was urging Congress to include Major Richard Star Act in the Defense Bill. He also noted the seriousness of the lack of nursing home care in Montana. Senator Tester...
Free summer meals available to children across Montana
BUTTE, Mont. — Non-profit leaders, local officials and volunteers gathered in Butte on Thursday to shine a light on a program providing free meals to kids. The Summer Food Service Program is continuing to provide free meals to kids 18 and under across Montana on weekdays through August 9, thanks to the Montana Food Bank Network and No Kid Hungry.
Sneak Peek: MT Outdoor Podcast Discovers NW MT Chain of Lakes with Brian Stephens
Get ready for an adventure like no other! This week on the Montana Outdoor Podcast, host Downrigger Dale chats with FWP Fisheries Biologist Brian Stephens about a stunning chain of lakes in Northwest Montana. These lakes cover around 3,000 acres and stretch over 20 miles along Highway 2, between Kalispell and Libby. From McGregor Lake to Horseshoe Lake, these waters are teeming with a variety of fish, including Kokanee Salmon, several Trout species, Large and Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Perch, Pumpkinseeds, and the rare Tiger Muskie! Brian shares fascinating insights into each lake, especially the unique role of Tiger Muskies in Horseshoe Lake. Discover why these lakes are a must-visit for any fishing enthusiast this Saturday morning at 6:00am when this episode drops, but, in the meantime, check out our exclusive sneak peek of this incredibly awesome and informative podcast:
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