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Free Diaper Giveaways Planned Across Western Montana for Holiday-Strained Families
Bitterroot Mommy & Me responds to economic pressures with four-location distribution
Butte-Silver Bow Levies Tax Against Property Owners to Cover SNAP as Democrats Block Federal Funding
Emergency powers designed for disasters used to impose permanent tax with no repayment mechanism
Missoula Crime Report – November 6, 2025
Increased incidents of suspicious activities and multiple accident reports.
Gallatin Crime Report – November 6, 2025
A Night Dominated by Patrol Checks and Traffic Stops
Montana Supreme Court Strikes Down ‘Frivolous’ Challenge to Vaccine Choice Law
Court unanimously rejects politically-connected law firm’s weak constitutional arguments in 7-0 decision
Missoula Crime Report – November 5, 2025
Notable increase in incidents across various neighborhoods
Gallatin Crime Report – November 5, 2025
Early morning incidents dominate Gallatin County’s crime log.
Gianforte Donates Quarter of Salary to Montana Hunger Relief as Communities Fill Federal Funding Gap
Governor’s donation supports nonprofit meat processor as statewide food drives address suspended SNAP benefits
Ballot Birth Year Requirement Helps Montana Prevent Fraud in First Election Test
Security enhancement identifies fraudulent ballots in debut election with 1% rejection rate statewide
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Beyond ‘Thank You’: What Veterans Day Really Asks of All of Us
A military spouse calls for connection that goes deeper than gratitude
Missoula Crime Report – November 4, 2025
High Activity Ranging from Burglar Alarms to Assisting Fire Departments
Daines: Major Flight Delays Coming as Shutdown Sets Historic Record
Montana Senator warns of airline disruptions as Democrats block 14th vote to reopen government on day 35 of shutdown