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NBCMontana
Zinke claims Social Security offices will remain open in Kalispell and Missoula
MISSOULA, Mont. — U.S. Rep. Ryan Zinke announced in a post on the social media platform X that the Social Security Administration offices in Kalispell and Missoula will remain open. Zinke stated, "SSA is looking to get rid of several hearing rooms that have not been used due to...
Newstalk KGVO
Man Caught With Meth in a Necklace at the Missoula Jail
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - On March 7, 2025, a Missoula County Sheriff's Office deputy observed a white Chevrolet pickup pass him at approximately 45 miles per hour in a 65 mile per hour zone. As the deputy followed, he observed the truck frequently drift close to the center dash line. The deputy rang the license plate, which revealed recent history where 33-year-old Matthew Gunter was an occupant. The deputy also discovered that Gunter's driver's license was suspended.
NBCMontana
1 dead in vehicle vs logging truck on Highway 83 near Seeley Lake
SEELY LAKE, Mont. — Ryan C. Braulik, 45, of Seeley Lake man is dead after crashing his Dodge truck into a logging truck on Highway 83 near Seeley Lake on Tuesday morning, according to Montana Highway Patrol Captain Shawn Silvan. The crash happened at mile marker 25.5, when the...
bitterrootstar.com
Musk closes Missoula, Kalispell Social Security offices
The building leases are to be terminated per the DOGE website. Western Montana will not have a Social Security Office. The five offices left are in Helena, Butte, Great Falls, Bozeman, and Billings. Common sense and an understanding of geography would say spread out the harm in a large state. Nationally 7,000 Social Security workers will be cut. There is absolutely no understanding of the government’s role to help its citizens. Two days ago I called Social Security and opted for a call back which took nearly three hours before I talked to an employee. What will the response time be when western Montana offices and others in the country are closed? Many citizens need help via in-person meetings to apply for retirement as well as disability, survivor, and SSI benefits.
montanarightnow.com
Bigfork operation uncovers 17 undocumented workers, sparking workforce debate
BIGFORK, Mont. – A recent operation by U.S. Border Patrol agents in Bigfork led to the discovery and custody of 17 undocumented immigrants. This development has implications for the construction industry across the state. Andy Shirtliff, the Executive Director for the Montana Building Industry Association, highlighted the workforce shortage....
Fairfield Sun Times
Migrant workers crucial for construction, says Montana Building Industry Association
In Bigfork, Montana, U.S. Border Patrol agents recently discovered 17 undocumented immigrants during a work site operation. The Montana Building Industry Association highlights the vital role migrant workers play in the construction sector, where many projects remain delayed due to labor shortages.