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Helena man sentenced to 136 months for fentanyl distribution charges

Helena man sentenced to 136 months for fentanyl distribution charges

HELENA, Mont. – A 40-year-old Helena man who pleaded guilty to intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl was sentenced to 136 months in prison and five years of supervised release, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Montana. The United States government alleged that it intercepted a

Federal funding boosts public safety, water infrastructure in Montana

Federal funding boosts public safety, water infrastructure in Montana

DEER LODGE, MT – More than $2.3 million in federal funding is set to enhance public safety and water infrastructure in Powell and Granite counties. This funding will upgrade Philipsburg's water transmission line and equip Powell County volunteer fire departments with new gear. In Philipsburg, $1,750,000

Made in Montana Trade Show returns to Lewis and Clark County

HELENA, Mont. — The "Made in Montana Trade Show" is set to return to the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds, celebrating local businesses. Tomorrow, the event will be exclusive to wholesale buyers, with the exhibit floor open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Saturday, the trade

Forecasters: Gusty winds, heavy mountain snow still on track for central Montana

High wind gusts, heavy mountain snow along the Continental Divide, and a decent dose of lower-elevation snow remain on track to affect Lewis and Clark County and the surrounding area through Saturday evening, according to forecasters. While the wind was somewhat calm around sunrise in Helena, a gust of

Helena faces legal challenge over sanctuary city policy

Helena faces legal challenge over sanctuary city policy

HELENA, Mont. – The Montana Attorney General has issued a cease-and-desist order to the Helena City Commission regarding a recently adopted sanctuary city policy. The policy, enacted on January 26, 2026, is alleged to violate Montana law MCA § 2-1-601, which prohibits sanctuary jurisdictions. The policy aims to

Man wanted after walking away from Helena Prerelease Center

Man wanted after walking away from Helena Prerelease Center

HELENA, Mont. - A 27-year-old man is wanted by the Montana Department of Corrections after failing to return to the Helena Prerelease Center after leaving for work. According to a press release from Montana DOC, Gordon O'John was due back at the Prerelease Center at midnight on

Snowmobiler rescued after crash near Fantan Lake in the Beartooth Mountains

CODY, Wy.. — A snowmobiler was rescued near Fantan Lake following a crash in the Beartooth Mountains. The Park County Sheriff's Office reported that snow search team members and other riders in the area were the first to report the incident. Due to the weather, a medical helicopter was