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Montana residents forced to shower in ‘fishy’ water — Tshwane investigates
For weeks, residents in parts of northern Pretoria have been forced to bathe, cook and clean in discoloured, foul-smelling water, as the City of Tshwane investigates suspected contamination at the Montana Reservoir — a key supply zone fed by the...

Montana lawmakers consider state energy capacity with AI, data centers looming
by Jordan Hansen, Daily Montanan As Montana courts data centers and leaders mull ways to encourage artificial intelligence developments, lawmakers are looking into the state’s power generation capacity as part of the Energy and Technology Interim...

Montana Hosts Air Force Soccer Match in Columbia Falls This Sunday
The University of Montana's soccer team is set to host Air Force in the second annual Glacier Park College Soccer Showcase this Sunday in Columbia Falls. Last year’s match drew a lively crowd of 1,500, inspiring organizers to make this an ongoing...

Billings downtown businesses welcome two-way road conversion
Billings is revamping its downtown streets by switching from one-way to two-way roads, a change some businesses have long awaited. Local artists and shop owners believe this will enhance visibility and make navigation easier for visitors. Although...

University of Montana student promotes science outreach through Flathead Lake Biological Station internship
Grace Porges, a senior marketing student at the University of Montana, has spent her summer working at the university’s Flathead Lake Biological Station (FLBS). Her internship involves promoting both the educational programs and scientific...

Montana Tech still accepting applications for new extractive technologies microcredential
MISSOULA, Mont. — Montana Technological University’s Graduate School is still accepting applications for its new suite of extractive technologies microcredentials launching in Fall 2025. The program includes three fully online, stackable...

Ads hit Montana attorney general over coal lawsuit
Local News Needs Fuel. You’re the Spark. This summer, MTFP reporters are partnering with hometown newsrooms across Montana — from Glendive to Anaconda — to bring deeply local stories to light. Your gift helps power this collaboration by covering...

Opinion: Big Beautiful Bill is a Win for Montana
President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill is a tremendous win for Montana. It will spur economic growth, strengthen border security as well as expand Montana’s energy sector and provide much-needed funding for our military. And thanks to the diligent...

Southwest Montana legislators to hold town hall on property taxes
Events hosted by Sen. Neumann, Rep. Griffith, Big Sky Chamber aim to educate residents on recent changes to property tax laws By Jen Clancey STAFF WRITER On Tuesday Aug. 5, Montana Sen. Cora Neumann and Rep. Alanah Griffith will hold a virtual...

Could Haley Tate Make Miss America History for Montana?
It's not every day you get to talk to Montana royalty. I was fortunate enough to have Miss Montana 2025, Haley Joy Tate, in studio this week. Listen to our full interview below. Haley Tate's Journey to the Crown "It hasn't set in yet," Tate...

Astrology has grown into a $3 billion online industry
Something in the stars has drawn CBS News to Danielle Polgar, an astrological counselor in Santa Fe, New Mexico. "There's a collective curiosity about astrology, and I think what it can really facilitate is helping people feel like they're part of...
French Montana Reunites With Smack DVD For New Series Featuring Lil Durk
"The culture gods return‼️" French wrote in his caption. "Cocaine City x SMACK DVD bridge the gap for a new generation. The next era of hip-hop starts now!" French Montana spoke about his early ventures with Smack DVD and "Cocaine City" during his...
2024's freak storms leave lasting impact in western Montana
After one year, $4 million and 650 dead trees, Missoula is still feeling the impacts of 2024's freak storm. Austin Amestoy Just about one year ago, hurricane-force winds blasted through Missoula county. They caused millions of dollars in damage to...

Montana Hunting Access Info Available This August
If you’re planning to get out and hunt in Montana this fall, here’s some helpful news. Starting August 11, updated information will be available for the Block Management Area (BMA) program, and later in the month, you’ll be able to check out the...

In-Compliance - Holtzman Vogel's July 2025 Political Law Update
[co-authors: Esther Nies, Benjamin Paris, Karyann Parkinson, Abigail Putnam, Tom Rollins, and Nate Wertjes] In this issue of In-Compliance, we cover the following: Supreme Court Preview: NRSC v. FEC On June 30, 2025, the United States Supreme...
GarageExperts® Celebrates Landmark Expansion with Opening of First Montana Franchise
Construction Industry Veteran Brings Premier Garage Makeover Brand to Bozeman BOZEMAN, Mont., July 31, 2025 -- GarageExperts®, the leading provider of garage flooring, custom cabinets, and organizational solutions, is proud to announce the opening...

Wyoming Startup Business Builder Grant Awardees Announced
Lander, Wyo. — July 31, 2025 — In 2024, the Wyoming Regional Food Business Center (WYRFBC) team launched the Startup Business Builder grant program. The program gives small and medium sized producers and food makers direct monetary awards to...

Montana State football 'hungry' heading into fall camp
Bozeman, Mont.- The 2025 college football season is only weeks away now. It's only a short matter of time before fans dust off the cob webs of bbq's, cornhole boards, and their favorite Montana State Bobcats gear. MSU football kicked off fall camp...

Montana nonprofit exploring youth housing after eye-opening report
MISSOULA — Living independently for the first time can be challenging for many young adults, but those involved in the foster care or justice system are especially vulnerable to homelessness, according to a new report. Young adults aging out of...
Federal Government Must Turn Over Diversity Data to Media
Metropolitan News-Enterprise Thursday, July 31, 2025 Page 3 Ninth Circuit: Federal Government Must Turn Over Diversity Data to Media Opinion Says Freedom of Information Act Exception for ‘Commercial’ Information Does Not Protect Demographic...