Montana news

• Hooking the Dinosaur of Fish

  26-05-2018 16:58
  It’s paddlefish season in Montana. Programs to harvest the giant’s caviar and sell it have helped to create a model for sustainable fishing.
  
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• Eight States Have Primaries on Tuesday. Here’s What to Watch for.

  05-06-2018 11:00
  Alabama, California, Iowa, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota are voting on Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know about the main races.
  
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• 8 States Have Primary Elections on Tuesday. Here’s What to Watch For.

  05-06-2018 11:00
  Alabama, California, Iowa, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota are voting on Tuesday. Here’s what you need to know about the main races.
  
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• At Home on the Farm With Senator Jon Tester

  04-06-2018 00:47
  I took a break from chasing lawmakers through the Capitol see where to Mr. Tester, the Senate’s only active farmer, returns each weekend.
  
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• Jon Tester, a Democrat in Deep-Red Montana, Isn’t Sweating Trump’s Threats

  03-06-2018 11:00
  President Trump may have put a big target on Senator Jon Tester’s back, but the Democrat is confident that Montanans know where he stands.
  
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• Trump’s Summer Campaign Priority: Target Red-State Democratic Senators

  30-05-2018 02:37
  The strategy, meant to take advantage of President Trump’s star power among core Republican supporters, will take him to six states where he can bring a message devised to stoke partisan outrage.
  
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• WinCo Foods secures permits to start work on Billings store

  24-05-2018 14:00
  
  National grocery chain WinCo Foods is inching closer to construction of its new store in Billings.
  
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• Soggy weather expected in Helena for Memorial Day Weekend

  24-05-2018 14:00
  
  As some in the Helena area begin planning outdoor adventures for Memorial Day Weekend, one piece of gear that shouldn't be forgotten is a raincoat.
  
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• Helena's Holter Museum of Art features documentary, annual gala and exhibit

  24-05-2018 14:00
  
  The Holter Museum of Art has a whole lot on tap -- its annual gala, a bold new vision for its future, a new documentary film made by youths in its Art For Survival program and its popular Bray Second…
  
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• Outdoor briefs published Thursday, May 24

  24-05-2018 13:30
  
  Montana Wild hosts final wild living films
  
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• Living his faith: Central High senior follows in family footsteps while seeking his own spark

  24-05-2018 13:00
  
  Isaac Trafton had something of a legacy to follow at Billings Central Catholic High. His mom teaches preschool in the system, and his three older brothers also excelled there.
  
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• MRM project designed to boost security at Women & Children's Shelter

  24-05-2018 12:15
  
  With an eye to boosting security, the Montana Rescue Mission is renovating the front entrance of its Women & Children's Shelter.
  
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• Memorial Day events scheduled in Helena area

  24-05-2018 02:36
  
  Whether they prefer to observe Memorial Day on Monday or the traditional date of May 30, residents of the Helena area will have several opportunities to pay their respects this year.
  
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• Yellowstone County honors forgotten indigent residents with graveside service

  24-05-2018 02:00
  
  Wednesday was a somber and drizzly opportunity to honor 33 forgotten, indigent former residents of Yellowstone County.
  
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• A priest of the people until the end: Former Great Falls-Billings bishop remembered

  24-05-2018 01:00
  
  When Pope John Paul II appointed Rev. Anthony Michael Milone as an auxiliary bishop in 1981, the priest in the Archdiocese of Omaha remained at the same parish, taking care of the same people.
  
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• Threat sparks "soft lockdown" at Lockwood schools

  24-05-2018 00:17
  
  Lockwood schools are making attendance optional for students Thursday and Friday because of a threat against the school, officials announced Wednesday.
  
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• Heavy rains cause flooding in south-central Montana

  23-05-2018 21:15
  
  A system of heavy rain moving through the region has caused flooding in portions of south-central Montana, as runoff flows into rivers and creeks already swollen with mountain snowmelt.
  
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• At least three chances to say thanks and remember the fallen on Memorial Day

  23-05-2018 19:00
  
  Three main observances are planned Monday as the community marks Memorial Day, the day the nation remembers the people who died while serving in the armed forces in defense of their country.
  
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• Heavy rains prompt flood advisories in south-central Montana

  23-05-2018 15:19
  
  A system of heavy rain moving through the region has prompted flood warnings and advisories in south-central Montana, as runoff is increasing flows on rivers and creeks already swollen with mountain snowmelt.
  
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• St. Vincent Healthcare recognized for increasing tissue donations

  23-05-2018 14:00
  
  T.J. Schreiner, with his fiery red hair and bright blue eyes, loved life.
  
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• School district contracts with Shodair to enroll students with severe needs

  23-05-2018 14:00
  
  Helena Public Schools signed a contract to enroll up to 16 students in Shodair Children’s Hospital's day treatment program starting in fall 2018.
  
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• Helena school district contracts with Shodair to enroll students with severe needs

  23-05-2018 14:00
  
  Helena Public Schools signed a contract to enroll up to 16 students in Shodair Children’s Hospital's day treatment program starting in fall 2018.
  
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• 'Life past cancer': West High senior beats tumor three times on path to graduation

  23-05-2018 13:00
  
  Arianna Cole is used to being the “tumor girl.”
  
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• MonDak to host discussion with Billings-based media members

  23-05-2018 08:00
  Members of Billings-based media outlets will be featured in the upcoming panel discussion, “Let’s Talk About Fake News,” taking place at The MonDak Heritage Center in Sidney from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 24.
  
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• New Helena playground will welcome children of all abilities

  23-05-2018 04:08
  
  A $230,000 project at Helena's Cherry Park will make playground equipment available to children of all abilities.
  
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• Lawsuit claims mentally disabled minor was raped at ranch housing developmentally disabled residents

  23-05-2018 04:00
  A man is suing the Special K Ranch, an organization that operates a Christian home for the developmentally disabled near Columbus, alleging that his mentally disabled son was raped while staying at the ranch.
  
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• Heading into Memorial Day weekend, gas prices at highest since 2014

  23-05-2018 02:01
  
  Gasoline prices are up about 50 cents nationally as the busiest travel day of the year approaches.
  
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• New Billings schools superintendent signs contract

  22-05-2018 23:15
  
  Billings Public School trustees officially inked their new superintendent to a two-year contract Monday.
  
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• Teen suspected in South Side shooting

  22-05-2018 22:00
  
  Police have detained a teen suspected of shooting a man in the neck Tuesday afternoon.
  
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• Rain, thunderstorms possible starting Tuesday afternoon

  22-05-2018 15:02
  
  Rain and thunderstorms are expected in the Billings area beginning Tuesday afternoon, with more severe spring weather in southeastern Montana.
  
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