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State representatives speak at Missoula rally protesting cuts to Montana hospitals

A small group of residents and two state representatives gathered in front of St. Patrick Hospital in Missoula on Thursday, holding signs protesting cuts to health care as passing cars honked in support. The rally, organized by Big Sky 55+ and Social Security Works, was planned to more specifically protest

Travelers Rest State Park near Lolo celebrates 25 years with open house

LOLO, Mont. — Travelers Rest State Park is marking 25 years with a celebration next week. An open house is set for Tuesday, March 31 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. to celebrate the milestone. A special presentation will begin at 6 p.m. The park is planning 25

WWII veteran honored in Missoula for role in Battle of Iwo Jima

WWII veteran honored in Missoula for role in Battle of Iwo Jima

MISSOULA, Mont. — A moment decades in the making unfolded as Ron "Rondo" Scharfe, a World War II veteran, was honored by the Montana National Guard for his role in the Battle of Iwo Jima. More than 80 years later, his story is still being told and still being

How many homes are for sale in Missoula right now?

How many homes are for sale in Missoula right now?

How many homes are for sale in Missoula right now? One of the primary reasons houses are so expensive today is that there aren't enough homes for sale for people who want them. Ever since the pandemic housing boom—when record-low mortgage rates prompted homebuyers to snap

Federal bill could help Montana passenger rail move forward

The vision for passenger rail through southern Montana is moving forward as the Big Sky Passenger Rail Authority pushes for federal support in completing a detailed plan for the new transit service. The rail authority, chaired by Missoula County Commissioner Dave Strohmaier, is partnering with Sen. Tim Sheehy on a

Missoula housing market levels out after pandemic boom

Missoula housing market levels out after pandemic boom

MISSOULA, Mont. — Missoula's housing market is shifting, but it's not cooling off completely. After years of rapid growth during the pandemic, realtors say the market is starting to level out even as people continue moving into the area. "In 2020 and 2021, Missoula County saw

Big Timber workshop teaches composting to boost soil health

Big Timber workshop teaches composting to boost soil health

BIG TIMBER, Mont. — With spring on the rise comes more farming and gardening. Luckily, food scraps don't have to go to waste — they can help build healthier soil right here in Montana. A composting workshop in Big Timber is giving people a chance to turn food waste into