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University of Montana Secures Historic Three-Peat as Nation’s Top School for Public Service

For the third consecutive year, UM has been named the top university in the nation for community and national service, an honor that highlights institutions excelling in student and alumni… Read More

February 22, 2025

Trump White House Defends Press Access Restrictions, Citing Presidential Authority

The Trump administration is standing firm against The Associated Press’ lawsuit over restricted press access, asserting the president’s authority to shape media participation in White House events. The lawsuit, filed… Read More

February 22, 2025

Berkshire Hathaway Reports Record Profits as Buffett Warns Washington on Fiscal Prudence

Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A) posted record annual profits and expanded its cash reserves to $334.2 billion, as Warren Buffett used his annual shareholder letter to issue a pointed message… Read More

February 22, 2025

Jeff Bezos Sparks Debate Over Next James Bond

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has ignited a passionate debate over who should be the next James Bond after taking to social media to ask his followers for their top pick…. Read More

February 22, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Signs Immigration Enforcement Agreement with Trump Administration

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has signed an immigration enforcement agreement with the Trump Administration’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS), allowing state law enforcement to take a more active role… Read More

February 22, 2025

U.S. Stock Market Suffers Worst Day of 2025 Amid Economic Concerns

On February 21, 2025, the U.S. stock market suffered its worst day of the year, as investors were jolted by a combination of disheartening economic reports. The Dow Jones Industrial… Read More

February 22, 2025

Montana Judge Strikes Down Law Defining Sex as Binary

In a controversial decision that flies in the face of biological science, a Montana District Court judge ruled  that Senate Bill 458— which legally defined sex as strictly male or… Read More

February 22, 2025

Montana Leaders Highlight Progress in Red Tape Reduction

Governor Greg Gianforte and Lieutenant Governor Kristen Juras marked a significant milestone in their administration’s ongoing efforts to streamline government regulations, celebrating the repeal or amendment of over 25% of… Read More

February 22, 2025

University of Montana Sees 4.3% Enrollment Growth for Spring 2025

The University of Montana (UM) is continuing its upward enrollment trend, reporting a 4.3% increase in student numbers for the spring 2025 semester compared to the previous year. “The trend… Read More

February 22, 2025

Montana State among top research institutions in U.S. in Carnegie classification

Montana State University has once again been recognized by the Carnegie Classification of Institutes of Higher Education and the American Council on Education as one of the most productive research… Read More

February 21, 2025

UM Law Student Works Within Montana Governor’s Office

Jennifer Hurst, a third-year University of Montana law student, is working within the Office of the Governor during the 2025 legislative session. “Sometimes, I have to pinch myself to make… Read More

February 20, 2025

Montana State’s Brent Roeder featured in Time magazine

Montana State University’s leading wool and sheep expert was featured recently in Time magazine, highlighting ongoing work to explore novel uses for wool. Brent Roeder, MSU Extension sheep specialist and… Read More

February 20, 2025

House passes bill blocking future presidential bans on hydraulic fracking

(The Center Square) – A bill preventing future presidents from unilaterally banning hydraulic fracking is on its way to the Senate after passing the House 226-188 Friday. Sixteen Democrats joined… Read More

February 12, 2025

Lawmakers propose legislation to revoke District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act

(The Center Square) – Legislation has been introduced in Congress to repeal the District of Columbia’s Home Rule Act. U.S. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, and Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn. have… Read More

February 11, 2025

Many medical providers end transgender youth procedures after Trump order

(The Center Square) – Late last month, President Donald Trump signed an executive order restricting “transgender” procedures on youth, including puberty blockers and surgeries such as mastectomies and penile reconstruction…. Read More

February 9, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Pushes for Indoor Firing Range at Montana Law Enforcement Academy

Attorney General Austin Knudsen testified today before the Joint Appropriations Subcommittee on Long-Range Planning, advocating for funding to construct an indoor firing range at the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA)… Read More

February 8, 2025

South Dakota Senate Committee Unanimously Approves Human Trafficking Bill

Senate Bill 58, a measure aimed at strengthening human trafficking laws in South Dakota, was unanimously approved Thursday by the Senate Judiciary Committee. Proposed by Attorney General Marty Jackley, the… Read More

February 8, 2025

Gov. Armstrong Appoints Bachmeier, Sogard to State Board of Higher Education

Gov. Kelly Armstrong has appointed Levi Bachmeier of West Fargo and Patrick Sogard of Williston to four-year terms on the State Board of Higher Education, beginning July 1. Their appointments… Read More

February 8, 2025

Wyoming Aeronautics Commission to Convene in Cheyenne for February Meeting

The Wyoming Aeronautics Commission is set to hold its next meeting on February 10-11, 2025, at the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) Aeronautics Division, located at 200 E. 8th Avenue,… Read More

February 8, 2025

Montana State accounting students to offer free tax help starting Feb. 24

Accounting students from Montana State University’s Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship are offering free help preparing tax returns for MSU students and individuals who made less than $60,000… Read More

February 8, 2025

Scammers impersonate First Interstate

A new wave of phone scams is targeting bank customers, using sophisticated caller ID fraud, also known as “vishing.” Scammers are impersonating representatives from First Interstate Bank, deceiving customers into… Read More

February 8, 2025

Academic Publisher Sued Over Retraction of Studies on Risks of Abortion Drugs

Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) has filed a lawsuit against Sage Publishing after the academic publisher retracted three studies on the risks of abortion drugs, following a complaint about the authors’… Read More

February 8, 2025

Senator Daines Leads Introduction of Bills to Boost U.S. Energy and Support Rural Communities

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced two key pieces of legislation aimed at promoting American energy independence, strengthening the nation’s energy sector, and supporting rural communities. The “Supporting Made… Read More

February 8, 2025

New Survey Reveals a Crisis of Self-Censorship in Higher Education

A new report reveals a disturbing trend of self-censorship on our nation’s college campuses, particularly among conservative faculty. While many of our universities have long been viewed as liberal echo… Read More

February 8, 2025

Attorney General Knudsen Leads 20-State Coalition Defending Religious Hiring Rights

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is leading a coalition of 20 attorneys general in defending a religious organization’s right to make employment decisions based on religious beliefs in the case… Read More

February 8, 2025

DEQ Requests Comments on Spanish Peaks Snowmaking Project Near Big Sky

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is accepting a second round of comments on a proposed Montana Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (MPDES) permit for snowmelt associated with snowmaking using treated… Read More

February 8, 2025

Ohio County Penalizes Christian Ministry for Hiring Only Christians

If American Airlines were looking to hire a new pilot, the most important qualification would be experience flying a plane. After all, someone who has never flown a plane would… Read More

February 8, 2025

Toyota Recalls Over 140,000 Vehicles for Brake and Seatbelt Issues

Toyota is recalling more than 140,000 Toyota and Lexus vehicles due to potential safety issues, the company announced Thursday. The recall affects certain Tacoma, Camry, and Lexus RX models from… Read More

February 8, 2025

Montana Updates Sexual and Violent Offender Registry to Include Work, School Addresses

Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced updates to Montana’s Sexual and Violent Offender Registry (SVOR), providing residents with expanded information about offenders in their communities. The registry will now include offenders’… Read More

February 8, 2025

Gov. Armstrong Backs Bill to Streamline State Boards, Cut Government Waste

Gov. Kelly Armstrong testified today in support of Senate Bill 2308, a proposal aimed at reducing the number of state boards and commissions to improve efficiency and cut government costs…. Read More

February 8, 2025

Elliott Investment Takes Stake in BP, Pressures Oil Major for Change

Activist investor Elliott Investment Management has acquired a significant stake in BP Plc, as the British oil giant struggles with years of underperformance and weak investor confidence, according to sources… Read More

February 8, 2025

DOJ Office of Consumer Protection prevented Montanans from losing $1 million in 2024

Attorney General Austin Knudsen is reminding Montanans to stay vigilant and on the lookout for bad actors trying take advantage of them as the Department of Justice’s Office of Consumer… Read More

February 2, 2025

Governor Gianforte Celebrates Winners of 2024 Youth Hunting Story Contest

Governor Greg Gianforte today honored the winners of his third annual Youth Hunting Story Contest in a ceremony at the State Capitol. The contest, designed to celebrate Montana’s rich hunting… Read More

February 2, 2025

SITKA Gear Expands Retail Presence with New Columbus Store

SITKA Gear, a leader in technical hunting and outdoor apparel, is set to open its newest retail store in Columbus, Ohio, with a grand opening celebration on January 11, 2025…. Read More

February 2, 2025

Glacier Bancorp Reports Strong Q4 Earnings Despite Yearly Decline

Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: GBCI) reported a 21% increase in net income for the fourth quarter of 2024, reaching $61.8 million, up from $51.1 million in Q3 2024 and 14%… Read More

February 2, 2025

Fourteen Montana Communities to Participate in Reimagining Rural Program

Fourteen Montana communities have been chosen to take part in the fifth annual Reimagining Rural virtual community gathering series, a free program offered by Montana State University Extension to inspire… Read More

February 2, 2025

University of Montana Names Anne Hosler as Director of Broadcast Media Center

After an extensive nationwide search, the University of Montana has selected Anne Hosler to lead the Broadcast Media Center. Hosler, who has been with the center since 2012, has served… Read More

February 2, 2025

UM Lands $500,000 Grant for Democracy Studies

The University of Montana received a $500,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation to support a new Democracy Studies Program. Led by history professors Claire Arcenas, Kyle Volk, and Jeff Wiltse,… Read More

February 2, 2025

Daines Introduces Bill to Provide Child Support for Expectant Mothers

U.S. Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) has introduced the “Unborn Child Support Act”, a bill aimed at recognizing the humanity of unborn children and allowing expectant mothers to receive child support… Read More

February 2, 2025

Montana to Receive $16.5 Million from Purdue Pharma Settlement to Combat Opioid Crisis

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced today that the state is set to receive $16.57 million from a $7.4 billion national settlement with Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family, the… Read More

February 2, 2025

Montana  Joins Coalition in Appeal to Block Taxpayer-Funded Sex-Change Surgery for Convicted Murderer

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has joined a coalition of 24 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief with the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, urging the court to… Read More

February 2, 2025

Bridger Aerospace Deploys Super Scooper Aircraft to Battle California Wildfires

Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings, Inc.  has mobilized its CL-415EAF “Super Scooper” aircraft to California to support wildfire suppression efforts, marking the company’s earliest seasonal deployment in its history. The deployment… Read More

February 2, 2025

Fourteen Montana Communities to Participate in Reimagining Rural Program

With the help of two major grants from the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a team in Montana State University’s College of Agriculture is furthering investigations… Read More

February 2, 2025

Gianforte Proposes Historic Tax Cuts for Montanans

Governor Greg Gianforte and Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform, held a press conference at the State Capitol today to outline Gianforte’s ambitious proposals for permanent tax relief… Read More

February 2, 2025

Glacier Bancorp to Acquire Bank of Idaho in $245M Deal

Glacier Bancorp Inc. (NYSE: GBCI) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Bank of Idaho Holding Co. (OTCQX: BOID) in a $245.4 million all-stock transaction, further expanding its presence in… Read More

February 2, 2025

Montana Joins $106 Million Settlement with Vanguard Over Investor Tax Impact

Montana State Auditor and Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown announced today that the Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance (CSI) has joined a multi-state task force and the… Read More

February 2, 2025

Headwaters Hospice Expands, Bringing Compassionate Care to More Montanans

Just one year after earning CHAP Accreditation, Headwaters Hospice and Palliative Care has become a trusted provider of compassionate end-of-life care in the Helena Valley. Fueled by overwhelming community support,… Read More

February 2, 2025

Eagle Bancorp Montana Reports Strong Fourth Quarter Earnings

Eagle Bancorp Montana, Inc. (NASDAQ: EBMT), the holding company for Opportunity Bank of Montana, reported a 26.7% increase in net income for the fourth quarter of 2024, reaching $3.4 million,… Read More

February 2, 2025

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