Author: Staff Writer

Montana Declares Wildfire Awareness Month as State Prepares for Fire Season
Governor Gianforte and DNRC highlight preparedness measures and encourage residents to assess wildfire risks





Montana Officials Launch Summer Traffic Safety Campaign as ‘100 Deadliest Days’ Begin
Attorney General and Highway Patrol increase enforcement during Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day

Gallatin Crime Report – May 20, 2025
Numerous civil complaints and traffic-related incidents dominate.

Missoula Crime Report – May 22, 2025
Multiple incidents of ‘Suspicious Activity’ noted across neighborhoods.

State Attorney General Challenges Gallatin County Attorney’s Advice Against ICE Detention Agreement
AG Knudsen calls county attorney’s opposition ‘flawed’ as commissioners weigh ICE agreement

Montana Maintains Low Unemployment Ranking Third-Lowest in the Nation
State’s jobless rate holds steady at 2.7% for April, marking 46 consecutive months below 3.4%

Great Falls Man Sentenced to 20 Years After 100 Pounds of Meth Found
Daniel Allen Wakeford to serve 240 months for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine

New $5 Fee and Grant Program Set to Expand Montana Snowmobiling Industry
Recently filed laws aim to expand trail programs and support snowmobile clubs







