Month: October 2025


When Accountability Came Back: What Pete Hegseth’s Speech Meant for Montana Veterans
One Montana veteran’s wife shares why Hegseth’s message resonated with military families

Missoula Property Tax Bills Arrive With Promised Increases From County and City
Missoula officials deliver on their tax increase promise with some property tax bills jumping 22%

Missoula Crime Report – October 22, 2025
Day marked by varied incidents across multiple neighborhoods


FWP Brings Family-Friendly Bat Education to Billings During Bat Week
Interactive events aim to change perceptions of Montana’s misunderstood wildlife species

How Montana’s SB 218 Was Gutted: The Politics of Legislative Poison Pills
HD 69 candidate Trevor Walter details how a bill protecting children from gender-transition procedures was weakened by ‘poison pill’ amendments in 2025 session

Montana’s Downing Seeks Clarity on Argentine Beef Imports as Trump Defends Trade Strategy
Republican lawmakers from cattle states request transparency on trade policy as president cites tariff benefits

Authors of Fighter Pilot Chronicles Host Free Veterans Day Tribute in Bozeman
Pulitzer-nominated authors to share military stories, honor service members

Montana Prescription Drug Take Back Day Set for Saturday With Statewide Collection Sites
Montana collected 1,229 pounds of drugs in April as state faces rising youth prescription abuse

Montana Corrections Director Brian Gootkin Nominated as U.S. Marshal
White House nomination would replace Craig Anderson, who has served since 2023

Montana Doubles Down on Vaccine Promotion Despite Federal Policy Shift to Individual Choice
Department promotes aggressive campaigns for 32 measles cases while 2,400+ STD cases get routine reporting










