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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

Structure fire on Mantle Way in Lolo leaves trailer heavily damaged

Structure fire on Mantle Way in Lolo leaves trailer heavily damaged

LOLO, Mont. — A structure fire on Mantle Way in Lolo severely damaged a trailer on March 3, 2026, according to a news release from the Missoula Rural Fire District (MRFD). The fire was dispatched at 7:40 p.m., and MRFD arrived to find more than 50 percent of the

Aaron Flint challenges opponents to 16 debates across Western Montana

MONTANA — Aaron Flint, a candidate for Montana's first congressional district, has issued a challenge to his Republican primary opponents. Flint has called for 16 debates, one in each county across Western Montana. Flint proposed that these debates be fully open, allowing no notes or prepared talking points. He

Yellowstone National Park offers early access lottery for backpackers

Yellowstone National Park offers early access lottery for backpackers

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. — Backpackers interested in exploring Yellowstone National Park this year can apply for an early access lottery, according to the park. Lottery winners will have the chance to book a backcountry reservation before the general access season begins. This provides an opportunity to secure a spot before

Missoula shooting suspect identified and charged with homicide

Missoula shooting suspect identified and charged with homicide

MISSOULA, Mont. – A man involved in a shooting on March 4, 2026, in the 2200 block of North Reserve Street has been charged with deliberate homicide. Court documents reveal that Brandon Tyler Wakefield has been identified as one of the two men arrested in connection with the incident. The Missoula

Fergus County declares state of emergency, citing upcoming winter storm

Fergus County declares state of emergency, citing upcoming winter storm

FERGUS COUNTY, Mont. – Fergus County declared a state of emergency with hopes to proactively prepare for an upcoming winter storm. Fergus County Disaster Emergency Services (DES) posted about the declaration on Facebook and said it worked with the Fergus County Commissioners and the Fergus County Sheriff to reach the decision.