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Resources Available To Help Combat Asthma In Montana
May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month State health officials are raising awareness about resources available in Montana to combat the health consequences and personal and financial costs associated with asthma during National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in May.Read the full Article
Food Giveaway For Veterans
Join us at the American Legion Post 42 for a Food Giveaway on June 28,2025. Please bring proof of veteran status.Read the full Article
Broadwater County Museum 2025 Season
The Broadwater County Museum and Historical Society is busy getting ready for the 2025 season. The museum will open on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.Read the full Article
Rocky's Senior Companion Program
Rocky’s Senior Companion Program connects volunteers age 55+ with older adults who need a little extra support with day-to-day tasks. From sharing stories to lending a helping hand, these companions make it possible for folks to continue living independently in the comfort of their own homes.Read the full Article
Iconic Helena Club Gets Another Chance At History
Under new ownership and after a year of renovations, the Montana Club in downtown Helena reopens this week.Read the full Article
Mosquito Season Is Upon Us
April showers bring May flowers, but they also signal the start of mosquito season. It can seem like mosquitoes appear out of nowhere, and sometimes they do! When overnight temperatures consistently stay above 50 degrees, mosquitoes begin to come back for the season.Read the full Article
Lawmakers Send Second-home Tax To Governor
Gov. Greg Gianforte is likely to sign what has been his signature policy for offering property tax relief to homeowners and landlords.Read the full Article
Montana Legislature Passes $100 Million Bill To Raise Starting Teacher Pay
The high-profile STARS Act cleared its final vote in the Senate, sending a top bipartisan education priority to Gianforte’s desk.Read the full Article
Montana Drone Safety Day
Montana Drone Safety Day Takes Flight in Billings Free Community Event at Rocky Mountain College Showcases Drone Safety, Innovation, and Hands-On Fun! ***REJECTED- DATE OF EVENT BEFORE PRINT DATE ~STwm***Read the full Article
Be Bear Aware
Montana is bear country. Grizzly bear populations continue to become denser and more widespread in Montana, increasing the likelihood that residents and recreationists will encounter them in more places each year.Read the full Article
Montana’s Legislature Delivers For Families And Schools
HELENA- As the 69th Legislature officially comes to a close, I want to thank Montana’s legislators for passing impactful legislation in support of education. Throughout the process, numerous bills supported by the Office of Public Instruction (OPI) to improve educational outcomes and support students, families, teachers, and schools gained strong support.Read the full Article
DPHHS Reminds Moms That Support Is Available During Maternal Mental Health Month
DPHHS Reminds Moms that Support is Available During Maternal Mental Health Month and All Year Long In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month in May, the Department of Health and Human Services (DPHHS) reminds mothers that the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides free, confidential assistance before, during, and after pregnancy.Read the full Article
Superintendent Susie Hedalen Applauds Signing Of HB 357
Helena, MT — Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction Susie Hedalen is celebrating the signing of House Bill 357 today as a significant step toward strengthening career and technical education (CTE) opportunities for middle school students across the state.Read the full Article
Major Income Tax Cut Heads To The Governor’s Desk
Lawmakers passed an alternative to Gov. Greg Gianforte’s proposed tax cut with a slightly smaller price tag and slightly more middle-income relief.Read the full Article
Second-home Tax Bills Advance
Second-home tax bills advance over opposition from business lobby. Bills aiming to reduce tax bills for homeowners, landlords are heading through their final votes.Read the full Article
Senate Resurrects Second-home Tax Bill After The House Makes A Clone
Movement comes a day after the Montana Senate voted down Gov. Greg Gianforte’s headline property tax policy bill, which now lives again in dueling measures.Read the full Article
Legislative Update
Representing HD 77 (Broadwater County, Manhattan, Clarkston, and Willow Creek) at our state capital in Helena is one of the greatest honors of my life. Hands-down, the most rewarding part of being a state legislator is working for my constituents to solve real-world problems that impact their lives. While I love helping my constituents, I hate the politics, and this legislative session has proven particularly frustrating and disappointing.Read the full Article
State Health Officials Report Significant Increase In Overdoses
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) officials are raising awareness about an identified increase in overdoses across the state and reminding Montanans of available recovery and treatment programs.Read the full Article
FWP, MSU ask anglers for help with trout research
BOZEMAN – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks staff, in cooperation with Montana State University, have begun the second year of tagging trout in the Big Hole, Beaverhead, Ruby and Madison rivers.Read the full Article
Senate Votes Down Gianforte Property Tax Relief Bill, Again
Second-home tax measure backed by governor dies on 25-25 vote as property tax debates buffet the 2025 Legislature’s final days.Read the full Article
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