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Helena City to hold special meeting about immigration-enforcement dispute with Governor

Helena City to hold special meeting about immigration-enforcement dispute with Governor

HELENA, Mont. – The Helena City Commission will host a meeting to discuss a cease-and-desist letter from the Attorney General regarding the City’s Jan. resolution relating to immigration-related enforcement. The meeting will take place on March 26 at 5:30 p.m. in the Civic Center auditorium,

Montana WIC program supports families with resources and services

MONTANA — The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a vital resource for families across the state, offering access to healthy food, breastfeeding education and referrals to health and social services. In Montana, WIC operates through 33 agencies and more than 80 clinic sites, reaching all

Montana Department of Commerce supports Native-owned businesses with grant program

MONTANA — Native-owned businesses in Montana have been given a significant opportunity through the Indian Equity Fund Small Business Grant Program. This program is administered by the Montana Department of Commerce and aims to support businesses owned by enrolled members of one of the eight federally recognized tribes in Montana.

Fires in Jefferson County prompt burn safety reminders

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mont. — The Boulder-Bull Mountain Volunteer Fire Departments responded to two separate fires on Tuesday. The first incident involved an un-permitted and unattended burn pile. The second was a permitted burn that became uncontrollable due to wind conditions. The fire departments emphasized the importance of actively monitoring

Missoula Police use Grappler to safely stop suspect vehicle

Missoula Police use Grappler to safely stop suspect vehicle

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Missoula Police Department (MPD) successfully used a vehicle Grappler to safely stop a suspect known to be armed and wanted on a $250,000 warrant from Ravalli County. The incident involved collaboration with the FBI Montana Regional Violent Crime Task Force, MPD announced. Officers said the suspect&

Avalanche warning issued, unstable snow in Flathead Range

Avalanche warning issued, unstable snow in Flathead Range

HUNGRY HORSE, Mont.— An avalanche warning has been issued for the Flathead range, highlighting very dangerous conditions, the Flathead Avalanche Center announced. Rain on snow and rising freezing levels are creating unstable snow, leading to the potential for large avalanches. People recreating in the area are advised to avoid steep

Federal Medicaid Work Requirements In Montana To Start Six Months Early

Federal Medicaid Work Requirements In Montana To Start Six Months Early

BOZEMAN, Mont. — Federal Medicaid work requirements in Montana are set to be implemented six months earlier than expected, beginning on July 1. This change could impact patient access to healthcare across the state, according to healthcare providers. The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services announced that starting in