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Montana AG argues DEI training scapegoats white employees, violates Title VII
After Conservative Backlash Over Legislative Collapse, RINO Removal Project Expands into Montana
After grassroots backlash over tax hikes, budget growth, and judicial inaction, conservative group aims to unseat Montana “RINO” Legislators
Sen. Daines, Pro-Life Leaders Urge FDA to Reassess Abortion Pill Safety After New Study
New study finds 1 in 10 women suffer serious complications from mifepristone
Recent
Hardin Man Sentenced to Two Years for Threatening FBI Calls
Glenn Ware repeatedly harassed federal agents with false claims and vulgarities
New Index Demystifies School Budgets, Targets Montana Next
Mountain States Policy Center releases Idaho-focused school finance report, with Montana data expected in future editions
Operator Bids Now Open to Host Capitol Complex’s First Year-Round Café
Historic opportunity: Montana Heritage Center café aims to serve Capitol workers and 100,000+ annual visitors.
Missoula Police Report Drop in Violent Crime, Rise in Drug Seizures in 2024
Annual report shows violent crime down, drug enforcement up in Missoula
Chemtrails and Compliance
On Wednesday, March 26, 2025, the skies lit up over Missoula and the Bitterroot with an extraordinary amount of what are commonly known as “chemtrails.” Since that day, numerous instances of these visible streaks—sprayed from jets crisscrossing the sky—have blanketed the area with “something” intended for a specific end. That “something” is being imposed on…
New State Website Helps Montanans Track Wildlife, Plants, and Invasive Species
New dashboards and species tools offer practical data for landowners, conservationists, and citizen scientists in Western Montana
Tim Montana, Lewistown Train, and Missoula’s Film Scene Honored at Montana Tourism Awards
Singer-songwriter joins standout communities and events recognized for strengthening the state’s booming tourism economy
DEQ Clears Subdivision Near Big Sky for Water and Wastewater Facilities
The final Environmental Assessment finds no significant impacts, paving the way for infrastructure development.
Crime Reports
Missoula County
Friday, May 2, 2025
Increased criminal activity dominated the early morning hours.
Kalispell
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Theft and Assistance Calls Predominate in Downtown
Gallatin County
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Multiple Patrol and Civil Incidents Dominate Early Hours
Opinion
Popular
Missoula Schools Signal Return to COVID-Style Crackdowns—This Time Over Measles
District Warns of Quarantine for Unvaccinated Kids as Local Health Officials Stoke Hysteria
One Gay Judge Just Told Montana Women Their Privacy Is Bigotry
Judicial activism meets gender theology in Montana, where privacy is heresy and delusion is law.
How Choteau Officials Used Lawfare to Crush Political Opponent Nathan White
The mayor, city bureaucrats, and Teton County deputies joined forces to dismantle a local reformer’s campaign—and exile him from public life.
Montana Bill Raises Alarm Over Human Experimentation Standards
Critics say SB 535 lacks basic patient safeguards, opens door to biotech human trials with minimal oversight
Parental Rights Advocates Warn New Amendment to HB 377 Could Encourage “Medical Kidnapping”
Group says HB 377 now requires CPS reports before parents can be denied medical access — raising fears of medical overreach.
Poll
Business
Operator Bids Now Open to Host Capitol Complex’s First Year-Round Café
Historic opportunity: Montana Heritage Center café aims to serve Capitol workers and 100,000+ annual visitors.
Tim Montana, Lewistown Train, and Missoula’s Film Scene Honored at Montana Tourism Awards
Singer-songwriter joins standout communities and events recognized for strengthening the state’s booming tourism economy
Darby’s Double K Ranch Highlighted on Close Up Radio
Dillon Kouf shares insights on sustainable ranching and direct-to-consumer sales.
Stockman Bank Donates $250,000 to Shodair Children’s Hospital’s Hope Campaign
The significant donation underscores Stockman Bank’s commitment to supporting pediatric mental health and genetic care services in Montana.
Montana Land Board Approves New Logging Project in Lincoln County
The unanimous decision supports forest rejuvenation and school funding
Montana Maintains Low Unemployment with Rate Holding Below 3% for Six Months
Montana’s economy showcases robust growth, significantly outperforming the national average unemployment rate.
Culture
Tim Montana, Lewistown Train, and Missoula’s Film Scene Honored at Montana Tourism Awards
Singer-songwriter joins standout communities and events recognized for strengthening the state’s booming tourism economy
Montana Honors Retired Teacher Bob Tipton for His Distinguished Career
Bob Tipton celebrated for his 43-year career and impact on Helena’s education community
Granite Peak Apartments Ushers in New Era of Premier Living in Billings
Fortified Property Solutions takes over management, promising localized, superior service
One Gay Judge Just Told Montana Women Their Privacy Is Bigotry
Judicial activism meets gender theology in Montana, where privacy is heresy and delusion is law.
Montana Honors Jeannette Rankin with a Dedicated Day
April 2nd declared as “Jeannette Rankin Day” in Montana, celebrating the first woman elected to U.S. Congress
Government
Hardin Man Sentenced to Two Years for Threatening FBI Calls
Glenn Ware repeatedly harassed federal agents with false claims and vulgarities
New Index Demystifies School Budgets, Targets Montana Next
Mountain States Policy Center releases Idaho-focused school finance report, with Montana data expected in future editions
Operator Bids Now Open to Host Capitol Complex’s First Year-Round Café
Historic opportunity: Montana Heritage Center café aims to serve Capitol workers and 100,000+ annual visitors.
Montana Attorney General Leads Multi-State Opposition to DEI Training Practices
Montana AG argues DEI training scapegoats white employees, violates Title VII
Missoula Police Report Drop in Violent Crime, Rise in Drug Seizures in 2024
Annual report shows violent crime down, drug enforcement up in Missoula
New State Website Helps Montanans Track Wildlife, Plants, and Invasive Species
New dashboards and species tools offer practical data for landowners, conservationists, and citizen scientists in Western Montana
Politics
Montana Attorney General Leads Multi-State Opposition to DEI Training Practices
Montana AG argues DEI training scapegoats white employees, violates Title VII
After Conservative Backlash Over Legislative Collapse, RINO Removal Project Expands into Montana
After grassroots backlash over tax hikes, budget growth, and judicial inaction, conservative group aims to unseat Montana “RINO” Legislators
Chemtrails and Compliance
On Wednesday, March 26, 2025, the skies lit up over Missoula and the Bitterroot with an extraordinary amount of what are commonly known as “chemtrails.” Since that day, numerous instances of these visible streaks—sprayed from jets crisscrossing the sky—have blanketed the area with “something” intended for a specific end. That “something” is being imposed on…
Gianforte Touts Legislative Wins as Freedom Caucus Blasts Property Tax Bill
As Gianforte touts legislative progress, conservatives raise alarms over property tax reform.
Montana Leads the Nation with Groundbreaking Right to Compute Act
Governor Greg Gianforte signs pioneering legislation to protect computational rights.
National
Montana Attorney General Leads Multi-State Opposition to DEI Training Practices
Montana AG argues DEI training scapegoats white employees, violates Title VII
Montana Joins Coalition Urging Closure of Drug Trafficking Loophole
The coalition of attorneys general seeks to amend CBP’s Entry Type 86 program to tighten U.S. border security against illegal drug imports.
Governors Gianforte and DeSantis Call for Balanced Budget Amendment to the U.S. Constitution
Stressing fiscal responsibility, the governors push for a constitutional amendment to curb federal spending
Montana AG Joins Multistate Brief Supporting Immediate Deportation of Tren de Aragua Members
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen joins a 26-state coalition urging the U.S. Court of Appeals to lift a restraining order preventing the immediate deportation of Tren de Aragua gang members.
Justifying a False Narrative with a Bad Picture
No, Ukraine is not the dam holding back Russia from trying to consume the rest of Europe
Elections
Missoula County Mails Out 75,000 Ballots for School and Special District Elections
Residents encouraged to plan early ballot returns for May 6th mail-only election
East Missoula Fire District’s Levy Proposal Clarified Amid Initial Confusion
Community to vote on a proposed $300,000 levy for the East Missoula Rural Fire District in the upcoming Special District Election.
Flathead Judge Dan Wilson Enters Montana Supreme Court Race
Conservative jurist seeks to succeed retiring Justice Beth Baker
Elections Move Forward as Missoula County Fills Uncontested Races
With multiple special district elections canceled due to unopposed candidates, Missoula County moves forward with select races set for the May 6 ballot
Health
Sen. Daines, Pro-Life Leaders Urge FDA to Reassess Abortion Pill Safety After New Study
New study finds 1 in 10 women suffer serious complications from mifepristone
Missoula Public Library Introduces New Telehealth Pod
A collaborative initiative aims to make pediatric healthcare more accessible in Montana.
Montana Launches Pioneering Free Digital Mental Health Tool for Youth
The initiative, known as Project YES, aims to address the high adolescent suicide rates in Montana.
Stockman Bank Donates $250,000 to Shodair Children’s Hospital’s Hope Campaign
The significant donation underscores Stockman Bank’s commitment to supporting pediatric mental health and genetic care services in Montana.
Missoula Schools Signal Return to COVID-Style Crackdowns—This Time Over Measles
District Warns of Quarantine for Unvaccinated Kids as Local Health Officials Stoke Hysteria
Montana’s Whine Producers