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From Game to Tragedy: How ‘Slap Boxing’ Turned Fatal on Fort Peck Reservation
Roger Bissonette III pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon in a fatal attack that left one man dead
Public Input Sought for Kalispell Parks and Recreation “Master Plan”
City invites residents to help shape 10-year roadmap for parks, trails, and recreation facilities
Missoula Crime Report – June 25, 2025
Multiple burglaries and welfare checks marked the day’s trends.
Gallatin Crime Report – June 23, 2025
Multiple early morning incidents recorded across Gallatin County
Mexican Citizen Sentenced to 6 Months for Illegal Reentry in Montana
Miguel Angel Lozada-Dominguez was arrested in St. Regis after soliciting money while lacking legal immigration status
Federal Agents Arrest Illegal Alien in Helena After Alleged Kidnapping Attempt, Vehicle Ramming Incident
Honduran national faces removal proceedings after allegedly ramming federal agent’s vehicle during arrest attempt
Whitefish Food & Wine Festival Returns September 8-14 with Expanded Lineup
Montana’s premier culinary celebration promises elevated experiences with Chef Todd English and top regional talent
Gallatin Crime Report – June 22, 2025
Several Patrol Checks and Traffic Incidents Reported
Missoula Crime Report – June 24, 2025
A surge in incidents, spanning trespassing to medical emergencies.
Montana’s Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 2.8% for Second Straight Month
State maintains 8th consecutive month below 3% unemployment while ranking among nation’s top five for lowest jobless rates
Montana Bets $2.5M on Local Innovation to Fix Rural Mental Health Gaps
State gives rural counties and tribes up to $250,000 each to design their own behavioral health solutions
Citing Increased Fire Danger, Ravalli County Cuts Burning Season Short with Ban Starting June 30
Despite recent rainfall, ban takes effect Monday ending season four months early
House Advances Downing Bill that Expands Montana Rural Business Access to Capital Markets
Montana congressman’s first sponsored legislation would require SEC to prioritize rural small business capital formation
Kalispell Company Steps Up to Help Teachers Buy Classroom Supplies
Plumb-Rite Plumbing’s ‘Clear the List’ initiative offers $2,000 to help four teachers with back-to-school supply costs
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Address Montana’s Construction, Manufacturing Worker Gap
Supporting Apprenticeship Colleges Act would provide grants to institutions offering construction and manufacturing training programs
Missoula Crime Report – June 23, 2025
A day marked by minor incidents and several welfare checks.
Gallatin Crime Report – June 21, 2025
Numerous Traffic Stops and Patrol Checks across Gallatin County


