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Empty chair ‘debate’ at state GOP event highlights property tax rift

Empty chair ‘debate’ at state GOP event highlights property tax rift

GREAT FALLS — In a visual representation of a deep split among conservatives in Montana, four chairs were laid out on the stage at the Montana GOP kickoff event in Great Falls for a scheduled debate over property taxes. Only two of those were filled, and with state GOP chair Art

Governor Gianforte calls on students to join national history competition

MONTANA — Governor Greg Gianforte is urging local students to participate in the Presidential 1776 Award, a history competition offering a unique opportunity for young history enthusiasts. "The U.S. Department of Education launched the presidential 1776 award competition, that invites students to test their knowledge of our nation'

Montana Heritage Center library reopens with new features March 17

HELENA, Mont. — The Montana Historical Society has announced the reopening of the Larry Len and Leanne Peterson Library and Archives on March 17. The library and archives, now located on the first floor of the Montana Heritage Center, are situated near the Charles M. Russell Gallery. The new space features

Missoula 4-H club collects pinecones for DNRC reforestation efforts

Missoula 4-H club collects pinecones for DNRC reforestation efforts

The Potomac Valley 4-H club may not speak for the trees, but it is aiding in efforts to replant them. In January, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) partnered with the club to collect pinecones from state land outside Missoula. The goal of the collection was

"Mother Range" set to premiere in Big Sky Film Festival

"Mother Range" set to premiere in Big Sky Film Festival

Hidden within the sweeping landscapes of the Absaroka-Beartooth wilderness, two women balance the struggles of family life and maintaining their ranches, all while raising sustainable beef. The documentary “Mother Range” captures their story. The film — set to premiere at the Big Sky Film Festival this Saturday — tells the story

Montana Skatepark Association donates $100,000 to Ennis park fundraiser

Montana Skatepark Association donates $100,000 to Ennis park fundraiser

Authors and skateboarders Andy Kemmis and Chris Bacon recently donated $100,000 on behalf of the Montana Skatepark Association (MSA) toward a fundraiser for a new skate park in Ennis. The pair announced the donation during a reading and signing of their new book, “Grit to Grind,” held in the

Winter ticks and Montana moose: FWP study reveals impact on local populations

Winter ticks and Montana moose: FWP study reveals impact on local populations

MONTANA — A study by Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) has shed light on the impact of winter ticks on local moose populations. These ticks have caused significant declines in moose numbers in the Northeast, leading to concerns about their potential effects in Montana as climate patterns change. Glenn Marangelo