Montana Counseling Services offers classes, counseling, peer support

Montana Counseling Services is the new kid in town, and one of owner Marvin Colman’s messages to prospective clients is, “We are just here to help you; we are not here for anybody else but the people walking through the door.” Colman, who has...

Montana State Auditor investigates Blue Cross Blue Shield data breach

HELENA, Mont. – Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana is under investigation following a major data breach, according to the Office of the Montana State Auditor. The auditor’s office said that the breach put the personal and medical information of up...

The Hospital on the Corner

Paige Leigh Nadeau, daughter of Christina and Lance Nadeau of Bigfork, was the first baby born at Whitefish’s “new” North Valley Hospital on March 23, 2007, about 24 hours after the hospital opened. The birth garnered more than just an...

Montana parks, access at risk from federal funding shift

Park officials in Montana say recent federal changes to the Land and Water Conservation Fund could hinder efforts to create and maintain parks, especially in underserved neighborhoods. The Department of the Interior issued the new rules in...

Health insurance sticker shock begins Shutdown battle over subsidies rages

BY PAIGE WINFIELD C UNNINGHAM The Washington Post Millions of Americans are already seeing their health insurance costs soar for 2026 as Congress remains deadlocked over extending covid-era subsidies for premiums. The bitter fight sparked a...

Montana public health agency warns of impending end to federal food assistance

Montanans who use SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, may not receive the benefit in November. A message to SNAP clients on the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services website said the following on Tuesday: “As a...

UPDATE: Suspects named in fatal Powell County shooting

UPDATE: 10-27-2025, 10 a.m. — Two people have been charged in a fatal shooting on Thursday evening in Powell County. Daniel Anthony Grinnell of Deer Lodge was charged with felony counts of deliberate homicide, attempted deliberate homicide and...

Montana’s Urban Shift: Pedestrian Paths, Bike Trails, and Green Initiatives on the Rise

What happens when cities known for open skies and rugged landscapes begin to focus inward, on the streets, sidewalks, and public spaces that bring people together? Across Montana, communities are reimagining urban life with projects that make...

Irrigation in Montana: Sustaining agriculture, landscapes and communities

Montana’s wide-open spaces and fluctuating climate make water a precious resource. Across the state, irrigation is central not only to agriculture but also to the health of residential landscapes and community green spaces. From century-old canal...

Montana ranchers oppose Trump's Argentine beef plan

Montana cattle ranchers are voicing their concerns over President Trump's suggestion to import beef from Argentina to lower prices. Local cattle sale manager Ty Thompson and Montana Stockgrowers Association's Monty Lesh argue that this move could...

Personal tipping points: Four people share their climate journeys

Clockwise from top left: Khomchalat Thongting of Thailand, the founder of Wongphai, a company that supports farmers in converting crop residues into biochar; Eva Lighthiser of the United States, the lead plaintiff in Lighthiser v. Trump, a climate...

Tribes look toward loans as reserve funding runs dry, Senate hearing reveals

Amelia Schafer ICT Only five days remain before the current 2025 shutdown becomes the longest in history, and tribes, especially those in Alaska, are feeling the burden of ignored trust and treaty obligations, leaders testified during a United...

Montana Farm Bureau Convention in November in Missoula

BOZEMAN, MT – The Montana Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) is set to host its 106th Annual Convention from November 17-20, 2025, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Missoula. This year’s convention offers Montana’s farmers and ranchers a critical opportunity...

Childcare Shortage Puts Strain on Valley County Families and Economy

Adequate childcare is not only essential for families but also critical to the economic health of a community. Yet, finding reliable and affordable childcare in Glasgow and throughout Valley County has become increasingly difficult. According to...

Save the Date! Chinook's annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner is less than a month away

Plans for Chinook's annual Community Thanksgiving dinner are well underway. The yearly event, dating back to the 1980s, has become a part of the holiday tradition for both locals and visitors. The original purpose for the annual feast was to...

Montana breast cancer survivor shares the importance of self-exams

HELENA — Breast cancer affects hundreds of Montanans every year, but for survivor Katie Beall, the diagnosis became a turning point not just in her life, but in how she inspires others. “I value my health and the chance to be alive,” Beall said....

Panda express: No. 4 Montana races past Sac State following verbal spat

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Verbal jousting set the stage for No. 4-ranked Montana’s visit to Big Sky rival Sacramento State late Friday in their final matchup before the Hornets leave the league to become an FCS independent. The lesson? Don’t poke the...

Elizabeth 'Liza' M. Dyrdahl

Elizabeth "Liza" M. (Simpson) Dyrdahl, 74, of Glasgow, Mont., passed away on Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 at Frances Mahon Deaconess Hospital in Glasgow. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 1, at 2 p.m. at Bell Mortuary, in Glasgow, with...

Montana Forest Products Industry Week promotes healthy forests

In celebration of Montana Forest Products Industry Week, which runs Oct. 19-25, the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation launched an interactive map displaying wood manufacturers across the state. The interactive map, created...

Montana’s Chef Abruptly Bows Out of Hell’s Kitchen Competition

It wasn't that long ago when we shared the news of Montana being represented on the popular competitive cooking show Hell's Kitchen hosted (and seemingly judged) by Chef Gordon Ramsay. Well, we have an update and if you're not caught up with the...