On the steps of the Montana State Capitol, Governor Greg Gianforte was officially sworn in Monday for his second term as the 25th Governor of Montana. Accompanied by his wife,… Read More
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Tim Sheehy Sworn in as U.S. Senator, Marks Historic Day for Montana
In a moment hailed as historic for Montana, Tim Sheehy was officially sworn in as the state’s newest U.S. Senator. Senator Steve Daines, who escorted Sheehy to the Senate floor… Read More
Montana State University’s Spirit of the West Marching Band Heads to Frisco for FCS Championship
Montana State University’s Spirit of the West marching band will join the Bobcat football team in Frisco, Texas, for the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) national game on Monday, Jan. 6,… Read More
Montana Supreme Court Orders New Environmental Review for Laurel Gas Plant While Allowing Operations to Continue
In a closely watched decision Friday, the Montana Supreme Court ruled that state regulators failed to conduct an adequate environmental review of NorthWestern Energy’s Laurel natural gas plant. The ruling,… Read More
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Montana State education department works to address statewide teacher shortage
BOZEMAN — At the end of November in Montana, there were 51 openings for special education teachers, and a report on the state’s teacher shortage last year identified special education… Read More
Montana Officials Urge Safe and Sober Driving During National Impaired Driving Prevention Month
Attorney General Austin Knudsen and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) are urging drivers to prioritize safety this December as part of National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. In response to an… Read More
Idaho Fish and Game Launches Helicopter Surveys and Wildlife Monitoring in Clearwater Region
Beginning this December, Idaho Fish and Game (IDFG) will conduct helicopter surveys and wildlife capture operations across the Clearwater Region. This effort, running through the next couple of months, aims… Read More
Montana Attorney General Leads Coalition Defending U.S. Gun Manufacturers
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is spearheading a coalition of 28 states in urging the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to protect American firearm manufacturers from liability claims… Read More
Governor Gianforte Donates to Warriors & Quiet Waters in Annual Giving Campaign
As part of his fourth annual 12 Days of Giving campaign, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte marked Giving Tuesday by donating a quarter of his annual salary to Warriors & Quiet… Read More
Governor Gianforte Appoints Christy Clark as Director of Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks
Governor Greg Gianforte announced today the appointment of Christy Clark as the new Director of the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP). “Christy Clark is a strong leader… Read More
Wyoming Aeronautics Commission Schedules December Meeting and Facility Tours in Cheyenne
The Wyoming Aeronautics Commission will convene from December 9-11, 2024, at the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) Headquarters, located at 5300 Bishop Boulevard in Cheyenne. The sessions will take place… Read More
Hillsdale students write 4k thank-you cards in stark contrast to Yale’s “Transgiving”
(The Center Square) – While some schools across the nation hosted meagerly-attended “Transgivings” around Thanksgiving time, students at Hillsdale College wrote over 4,000 thank-you cards on the school’s annual “Day… Read More
Trump nominates former Missouri congressman to serve as IRS commissioner
(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump will nominate former U.S. Rep. Billy Long, a Missouri Republican, as the commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. Trump announced the news in a Truth… Read More
After Trump threatens Mexico, authorities make largest fentanyl bust in history
(The Center Square) – After President-elect Donald Trump vowed to impose tariffs on Mexico and spoke to Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, demanding that Mexico stop facilitating illegal entry into… Read More
Milwaukee promises $10,000 bonuses to entice police officer transfers
(The Center Square) – The city of Milwaukee is offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for working police officers who transfer to the Milwaukee Police Department. The initiative, announced by Mayor… Read More
Biden announces more federal help ahead of Small Business Saturday
(The Center Square) – The White House announced the new measures Friday to aid small and disadvantaged businesses, including expanding access to federal contracts, providing targeted technical assistance, and increasing transparency… Read More
Through WIMU veterinary program, Montana State student follows lifelong dream
BOZEMAN – Townsend, Montana, is roughly 60 miles northwest of the Montana State University campus in Bozeman. For Lainee Colombik, that proximity to her hometown fulfilled her top priority when… Read More
Kila Man Sentenced to 100 Years for Martin City Bar Murder
Kila resident Del Orrin Crawford, 42, has been sentenced to 100 years in the Montana State Prison for the fatal shooting of a woman during a 2022 argument outside a… Read More
Montana DEQ Advises Caution for Winter Open Burning Amid Air Quality Concerns
As Montana heads into winter, the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is urging residents to follow strict guidelines for open burning to prevent poor air quality caused by smoke… Read More
Trevor Sparrow Appointed as Idaho’s First Health and Social Services Ombudsman
Governor Brad Little announced the appointment of Trevor Sparrow as Idaho’s inaugural Health and Social Services Ombudsman, a position established under Senate Bill 1380 earlier this year. The new role… Read More
Two Hunters Found Dead After Search South of Laurel
Two hunters who went missing south of Laurel on Wednesday were found dead on Thursday. The men were identified as Ray Bernard Wells, 71, of Park City, and James Rheinhart… Read More
Eco-Terrorism Ties Resurface as Biden Official Takes Role at Environmental Group
Tracy Stone-Manning, a senior official in President Joe Biden’s administration who spearheaded its aggressive climate agenda, has been named the next president of The Wilderness Society, a prominent environmental organization… Read More
Gov. Doug Burgum Appoints Lt. Daniel Haugen as Interim Highway Patrol Superintendent
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum has appointed Lt. Daniel Haugen to serve as interim superintendent of the North Dakota Highway Patrol, effective December 1. The appointment follows the retirement of… Read More
Montana State University Engineering Students to Showcase Senior Projects at Design Fair
Montana State University engineering students will showcase their senior capstone projects on Thursday, December 5, at the biannual Design Fair in Norm Asbjornson Hall. The event, which is free and… Read More
North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Godfread to Lead National Association of Insurance Commissioners
North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread will serve as the president of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) for 2025, following his role as president-elect in 2024. As NAIC… Read More
Montana DEQ Expands Air Quality Monitoring with New Glasgow Station
In October, the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) installed a new permanent air quality monitor in Glasgow, providing Valley County residents with expanded access to real-time air quality data…. Read More
Board of Regents approves new institute at Montana State to address national security
BOZEMAN — The Montana Board of Regents today approved Montana State University’s proposal to establish a new institute to help address the nation’s security needs through applied research, technology development… Read More
University System of Georgia to ban DEI, commit to neutrality, teach Constitution
(The Center Square) – The University System of Georgia’s Board of Regents has recommended a number of new and revised policies for its institutions, such as a commitment to institutional… Read More
Idaho Army National Guard Welcomes 10 New Honorary Unit Commanders
The Idaho Army National Guard inducted 10 new honorary unit commanders during a ceremony on Friday, continuing its tradition of fostering strong ties with the community. These honorary commanders, selected… Read More
Governor Brad Little Celebrates Completion of Idaho Water Agreement on “Idaho Water Day”
Governor Brad Little and Lt. Governor Scott Bedke joined farmers and water users today in Idaho Falls and Twin Falls to celebrate “Idaho Water Day,” marking the completion of a… Read More
Montana Sees Record Growth in Apprenticeship Opportunities
In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, Governor Greg Gianforte and the Montana Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) have announced a significant increase in apprenticeship opportunities across the state. According… Read More
Montana State University to Celebrate Faculty Authors
The College of Letters and Science at Montana State University will honor six faculty authors who have recently published books during a special reception on Thursday, Dec. 5. The event,… Read More
Museum of the Rockies Hosts Café Naming Contest
he Museum of the Rockies (MOR) is inviting the public to participate in a contest to name its new café, set to open in May 2025. The “Name the New… Read More
Putin Announces Continued Testing of Oreshnik Hypersonic Missile
President Vladimir Putin confirmed on Friday that Russia would continue testing its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile in combat, with a stockpile ready for use. His comments came one day after… Read More
‘Rosie the Riveter’ Lucille MacDonald dies at age 98 in Hawaii
FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii — Lucille “Cille” MacDonald, who this spring was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for “Rosie the Riveter” work during World War II, died Friday in Valley Island,… Read More
Montana Department of Commerce Awards $1.4 Million to Boost Rural Emergency Services
The Montana Department of Commerce announced today that 26 rural safety agencies will receive more than $1.4 million in grant funding to enhance emergency service capabilities in areas experiencing increased… Read More
Governor Opens Applications for District Court Judge Vacancy in Montana’s Seventh Judicial District
Montana Governor Greg Gianforte has begun accepting applications and nominations to fill a district court judge vacancy in the Seventh Judicial District, which serves Dawson, Prairie, McCone, Richland, and Wibaux… Read More
Active-duty military suicides increase despite prevention efforts
(The Center Square) – More service members died by suicide in 2023, according to figures released by the Pentagon on Thursday. The Pentagon’s Annual Report on Suicide in the Military found… Read More
Report: New York failed to verify Medicaid spending on home care
(The Center Square) — New York has spent billions of dollars in Medicaid funding on home care programs without verifying that the services were provided, according to a scathing new… Read More
Pentagon still can’t pass audit despite years of trying
(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Defense’s annual audit once again resulted in a disclaimer. That means the federal government’s largest agency – with a budget of more… Read More
DEA says potency of illicit fentanyl pills declining
(The Center Square) – U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration officials said the potency of illicit fentanyl pills is declining, but half remain powerful enough to kill with a single dose. DEA officials… Read More
2025 Idaho Rural Success Summit Announced for April in Worley
The 2025 Idaho Rural Success Summit is set to take place on April 30 and May 1 at the Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel in Worley, Idaho. The event will… Read More
Montana Attorney General Leads 28-State Coalition Challenging Biden Admin’s New Firearm Regulation
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen spearheaded a coalition of 28 states in filing an amicus brief opposing the Biden-Harris administration’s attempt to classify forced reset triggers (FRTs) as machine guns… Read More
Attorney General Knudsen announces retirement of DCI chief Bryan Lockerby
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced the upcoming retirement of Bryan Lockerby, the Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) administrator, effective December 13. Lockerby will retire after serving 12 years in… Read More
Montana State University Appoints William Thomas as New Dean of College of Letters and Science
Montana State University announced today that William Thomas, a seasoned administrator and faculty member from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, has been selected as the new dean of the MSU College… Read More
Student veteran Max Tolstedt lands competitive national internship through Montana State environmental health program
OZEMAN – Students in Montana State University’s environmental health program bring with them diverse aspirations, from careers in toxicology and occupational health to risk assessment and geographic information systems, or… Read More
New $3 million grant at Montana State to support dozens of STEM teachers
BOZEMAN — A new six-year, $3 million grant-funded project at Montana State University will support dozens of science, technology, engineering and math teachers in rural and underserved areas of Montana… Read More
Montana FWP Director Dustin Temple Announces Retirement
Governor Greg Gianforte announced today that Dustin Temple, director of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP), will retire at the end of the year after a distinguished 20-year career with… Read More
Netanyahu Confirms Israeli Airstrike Targeted Iran’s Nuclear Capabilities
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Monday that Israel’s airstrike on Iran last month targeted a specific element of Tehran’s nuclear program, while also damaging its defense and missile production… Read More
Montana Law Enforcement Academy Graduates 62 New Officers
The Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA), part of the Montana Department of Justice, celebrated the graduation of 62 new officers today. These graduates will serve in 40 agencies across the… Read More
Billings City Administrator’s Pay Increase Postponed Amid Ongoing Water Bill Audit
Billings City Administrator Chris Kukulski, currently in the second year of a three-year contract, will see a delay in discussions about his pay increase. The Billings City Council decided to… Read More
Prosecutors seek more time in Trump’s election interference case
(The Center Square) – Federal prosecutors filed a motion Friday seeking more time to determine how to proceed in President-elect Donald Trump’s election interference case. Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team… Read More