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Ravalli County Officials approve Hamilton RAL Trail extension

Ravalli County Officials approve Hamilton RAL Trail extension

Development of a RAL Trail extension connecting Tammany Lane to Golf Course Road in Hamilton came one step closer to a reality last week. Ravalli County Commissioners approved the Phase III — Wetzsteon Crossing proposal during their Tuesday, March 24, meeting. The existing trail starts at Golf Course Road in Hamilton,

New traffic signals coming to Bozeman's 7th Avenue intersections

New traffic signals coming to Bozeman's 7th Avenue intersections

BOZEMAN, Mont. – Crews will begin installing permanent traffic signals on 7th Avenue North in Bozeman the week of March 30. The new signals will be installed at the Peach Street/Durston Road and Oak Street intersections, the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) announced. MDT initially planned to install these signals

Sportsman's Bridge work in Bigfork to cause traffic delays March 27

Sportsman's Bridge work in Bigfork to cause traffic delays March 27

BIGFORK, Mont. — Drivers heading through Bigfork should expect delays Friday as crews work on the Sportsman's Bridge. According to the Montana Department of Transportation, crews will pave the bridge approaches. The work will reduce traffic to a single lane controlled by temporary traffic lights and flaggers. Delays could

Head to Head: Bridger Versus Big Sky

Head to Head: Bridger Versus Big Sky

For MSU students, it often comes down to two choices for skiing and snowboarding: Bridger Bowl for its proximity and local loyalty, or Big Sky Resort for its expansive terrain and lively vibe. In this head-to-head, it's a clash of ski vibe: local diehards versus resort

What makes a good hiking trail? An expert breaks it down

MISSOULA, Mont. — Thousands of Montanans use hiking and running trails every day, but the work that goes into building and maintaining those paths often goes unnoticed. Jamie Kirby, the natural areas manager at the University of Montana, says there is more to even a simple switchback than what people see

Multiple vehicle crash blocks right lane on I-90 near St. Regis

Multiple vehicle crash blocks right lane on I-90 near St. Regis

ST. REGIS, Mont. — A multiple vehicle crash is causing delays on Interstate 90 eastbound east of St. Regis. The crash is blocking the right lane of the eastbound side of the highway. Emergency vehicles are on scene responding to the incident. The Montana Department of Transportation is advising drivers to

MDT seeking comment on proposed I-15 median, guardrail through Helena

A highway median and guardrail could be built on 30 miles of Interstate 15 surrounding and through Helena if a plan the Montana Department of Transportation proposed March 18 is adopted. “The purpose of the project is to enhance safety by addressing median related crossover crashes on the interstate,” the