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Montana’s Most Charming Small Town Has A Top National Park On Its Doorstep

Montana’s Most Charming Small Town Has A Top National Park On Its Doorstep

There are over 60 national parks in the United States that offer various breathtaking landscapes, including snow-capped mountain peaks and red rock desert formations. These parks are a popular travel choice for millions of visitors looking for...

Montana's Best Airbnbs For A Poolside Getaway

Montana's Best Airbnbs For A Poolside Getaway

If you think Montana is all tents and bison and roughing it, then we need to talk. Imagine coming home from a long day exploring one of our national parks, or hunting, or whatever your Montana adventure is, and relaxing in your own private pool in...

Exploring Vehicle Theft Trends In Montana: What You Should Know

Exploring Vehicle Theft Trends In Montana: What You Should Know

Crime in Montana is nothing new. When talking about crime, it isn't always easy to find good news. According to the Advocates Injury Attorneys, the overall crime rate in the U.S. has been on the decline. In Montana, the most common non-violent...

Ohio plane crash: Six killed in small aircraft accident; vacation-bound family among dead

Ohio plane crash: Six killed in small aircraft accident; vacation-bound family among dead

A tragic plane crash in Ohio claimed six lives, including four members of the Weller family and two pilots, shortly after takeoff from Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport. The Cessna 441, bound for Bozeman, Montana, crashed in a wooded area,...

Places To Swim In Montana

Places To Swim In Montana

One of my favorite things about summer growing up was heading to our go-to swimming holes. There’s just something special about finding that perfect spot along a creek, river, or lake where you can cool off, splash around, and spend hours hanging...

Obscure Energy Hacks Every Montanan Needs This Summer

Obscure Energy Hacks Every Montanan Needs This Summer

BUTTE, MT - As temperatures across Montana creep toward the triple digits, the pressure is on. That is, both on your air conditioner and your wallet. With the state experiencing warmer and longer heat waves in recent years, saving energy is a good...

The Truth About Lightning Strikes In Montana

The Truth About Lightning Strikes In Montana

How Likely Are You To Be Struck By Lightning In Montana? Did you know that each year there is a "National Lightning Safety Awareness Week?" Turns out it was actually last week, which made me wonder, what are the odds of someone being struck by...

How To Stay Safe From Pool-Related Illnesses In Montana

How To Stay Safe From Pool-Related Illnesses In Montana

Pool water can be toxic There are 4 main ways to get sick from the pool Pools Can Be Cesspools Of Disease Despite all the best intentions, pools can make you very ill. This year, a member of my immediate family quite literally came within minutes...

Bigfork firefighters rescue tourists after car plunges down cliff

Bigfork firefighters rescue tourists after car plunges down cliff

Two tourists were rescued after their rental car rolled down a steep embankment near Bigfork requiring a technical rope rescue operation that stretched more than 350 feet. The Bigfork Fire Department responded to the call Thursday, June 26 near...

What Makes Dating In Montana Unique And Appealing?

What Makes Dating In Montana Unique And Appealing?

We have been getting some good news on the dating front in Montana recently. We have found out that Montana is a good place for people who are dating. Montanans are pretty flexible when it comes to dating. READ MORE: Looking for Love in Montana?...

Is AI-Generated Country Music Coming to Montana?

Is AI-Generated Country Music Coming to Montana?

BUTTE, MT - Artificial Intelligence has already disrupted dozens of industries—but music? That’s personal. Especially when it comes to deeply rooted genres like country music, where authenticity, storytelling, and a human voice have long been held...

Afraid Of Heights? Freak Wilderness Accidents In Montana

Afraid Of Heights? Freak Wilderness Accidents In Montana

If You're Afraid of Heights, This Might Not Be the Story for You Montana’s landscapes are some of the most beautiful in the country—big mountains, deep lakes, winding trails—but let’s be honest, sometimes they can also be a little terrifying....

Montana Football Hall of Fame inducts 8 members to 2025 class

Montana Football Hall of Fame inducts 8 members to 2025 class

BILLINGS, Mont. — The Montana Pro Football Hall of Fame added another chapter to its historic legacy by inducting eight members to the 2025 class Saturday. The eight inductees include: Flathead product and former University of Montana running back...

This day in history: Singer Bob Hope performs as part of opening of new hotel; traveler recalls passenger train derailing, tracks blocked following earthquake in Montana

This day in history: Singer Bob Hope performs as part of opening of new hotel; traveler recalls passenger train derailing, tracks blocked following earthquake in Montana

From 1975: Bob Hope received a standing ovation as soon as he stepped on stage at the Spokane Opera House. His performance was part of the opening festivities for the neighboring Sheraton Hotel. The hotel was the subject of one of his jokes: He...

The Most Peaceful Place in Every U.S. State, According to Travelers

The Most Peaceful Place in Every U.S. State, According to Travelers

America is a land of contrast, and each state has its own unique character and stories to tell. Across the vast American landscapes lies the most peaceful place in every U.S. state that travelers have discovered and experienced. It's a mix of...

Will rising costs affect Independence Day celebrations?

Will rising costs affect Independence Day celebrations?

GREAT FALLS — Montana residents planning Independence Day celebrations are feeling the pinch at both the gas pump and grocery store as prices continue to climb across the state. "Hiking, camping, we just like to get out of town as much as...

Montana Grizzly cross country runner Luke Mest wins Tony Banovich 5K

Montana Grizzly cross country runner Luke Mest wins Tony Banovich 5K

MISSOULA — A weekend of races in Zootown officially kicked off (Friday night's beer run notwithstanding) Saturday morning with the Tony Banovich 5K. The men's winner, clocking in at 15 minutes and 35.32 seconds, did not need to travel far to take...

Missoula's Payton Taylor rallies on back nine to win Montana State Am men's tourney

Missoula's Payton Taylor rallies on back nine to win Montana State Am men's tourney

MISSOULA — Payton Taylor had to hold off on his tee shot for a minute while a dainty deer approached the No. 17 tee box Saturday night. The little critter didn't seem to mind the crowd of happy golf fans one bit. "It was pretty funny — it reminded...

Rock Creek Resort in Montana is making a big comeback in July 2025

Rock Creek Resort in Montana is making a big comeback in July 2025

Rock Creek Resort in Montana, a 40-acre property along Rock Creek near historic Red Lodge, is set to reopen in July after an extensive renovation. The property has a foundation built upon a long and rich history, serving as a staple in the...

BLM seeks input on hunting permits in southwest Montana

BLM seeks input on hunting permits in southwest Montana

BUTTE, Mont. — The Bureau of Land Management is seeking public input on a special recreation permit proposal. This permit would allow Bozeman Hunting Company to offer a day guided hunt for big game and game bird on BLM managed properties. This...

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