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Rapid Response and Monitoring For Glacier National Park Fire
With all the effort that goes into lengthy trips to one of Montana's crown jewels, tourists sure don't needed added stress. So many people. The big investment of time, travel and money. Other unexpected occurrences. Which can include fires. Glacier National Park officials reported a new fire start Tuesday evening...
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...
How They Made It: Missoula Teens Trapped Under Power Lines
It's the most frightening video from Wednesday night's severe thunderstorm in Missoula. Two teens trying to drive home when they were trapped under power poles snapping off like match sticks on Lower Miller Creek Road. It's also one of the best lessons from the big storm. Be patient, pray, and...
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.
Step Aboard The Montana Dinner Train: A Culinary And Cultural Journey
The conversation about train travel in Montana continues. There is movement to expanding passenger travel across the state in the future. The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Division, and Amtrak are looking at possible plans to expand in Montana. One of my first train rides ever was the Copper...
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, 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.
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 Crime Report: Heat Wave Leads to Crime Wave
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The Missoula County Attorney’s Office filed 18 new felony complaints this week, which is six less than last week but still above the weekly average. According to County Attorney Matt Jennings, this heat wave has also brought on a crime wave. “The past three...
Man Swallows Fentanyl Pills While Running From Missoula Police
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) On July 24, 2024, at around 8:57 PM, a Missoula Police Department Officer responded to Luella Ln to assist officers in searching for a suspect who possibly just violated a court order of protection. The victim had contacted 911 stating a male she had a protection order against had just been in the alley behind her home. Officers responded to search for the male suspect, Timothy Clark.
Missoula Citizen Performs CPR on Accident Victim, Saves a Life
Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - Over the weekend, a man in his 70’s was in a motor vehicle accident near Missoula and his heart stopped, however, an unidentified off-duty nurse who stopped at the accident scene provided CPR on the victim, restarting his heart. When first responders arrived, the paramedics reportedly shocked the man’s heart three more times on the way to the hospital.
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...
Grammy Nominated Rockers Return to Rock Missoula!
I just recently spent some time in downtown Seattle. It seemed to me that every bar or cocktail lounge had someone playing music. Whether it was someone strumming a guitar or a 3 piece band on a stage made of milk crates. Seattle is saturated with music. Missoula has gotten...
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....
Ace This “Montana A-Z” Quiz
Put your thinking caps on because it's time to hit the books and test your Montana knowledge. The website Sporcle, in case you haven't heard of it, is "A World of Quizzes." There are all sorts of quizzes you can take - Most Passing Yards in NFL History, U.S. Capitals, The Original 151 Pokemon, etc.
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...
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...
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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