Most Montanans Don’t Know How to Change Wipers

It’s not something we really think about until it happens...the dreaded moment we realize our windshield wipers have seen better days. Most of Us Have Been There, But Few Know What to Do Anyone who’s ever found themselves on the side of a Montana...

Taco John’s Steps In: Free Meals for Montana Families During SNAP Freeze

The government shutdown is affecting a lot of Montanans, especially with the suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. SNAP funding is expected to expire on November 1. The Scope of SNAP Participation in Montana...

FCS Playoff Picture: Montana’s Path to the Top 8 and Beyond

We are entering November and the final month of the FCS regular season. With 4 games to go, we analyzed the current state of the FCS and what the playoff bracket could look like. Specifically, we looked at Montana's path to a top 8 seed. The FCS...

The Halloween Horrors of Being Montana Sugarbeet Farmers

With candy sales skyrocketing, it’s surprising to see our hard-working farmers earning less than ever. That's what Montana's Western Ag Network tells us. While one might think that Halloween would represent one of the peak seasons for our state's...

The Eye Popping Numbers Shared by AFP Montana's Jesse Ramos

We were chatting with US House Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-AR). Then we were chatting with North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND). Both times, AFP-Montana's Jesse Ramos shared some eye popping numbers. In fact, Ramos was...

Montana Millionaire Tickets on Sale Nov. 1

Montana Millionaire tickets go on sale November 1 at 5:30am. This summer the Montana Lottery Commission approved more million-dollar grand prizes, more tickets, more instant winners and what the commission says are better odds. The 2025...

Did You Know You Can Buy "Canned Wolf" In Montana?

Since being in Montana, I've been exposed to quite a bit of things I never got to experience in my Texas upbringing. It's been an absolute adventure since arriving last August and it seems that every time my family and I explore a new area, we...

How Familiar Roads Bring Unexpected Changes In Montana

Growing up on a central Montana ranch has lent itself to some weird things following me since becoming one of the "city folk". Being aware of my surroundings, noticing something that is out of place in a parking lot or even on a desk seems to be...

Montana's congressional delegation pushing back on plan to import Argentina beef

HELENA — When President Donald Trump announced a plan last week to import more beef from Argentina, it drew quick criticism from ranchers in Montana. Now, Montana’s members of Congress say they’re pushing the administration to change course. U.S....

Tons of pork for Montana food banks after feral pig investigation near Malta

After the state intervened to trap about 100 swine demonstrating feral behaviors, Montana food banks are slated to receive an influx of pork this week. Late last month, Wildlife Services, a federal agency under the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s...

Entrepreneur brings Oaxaca to Montana through dance and culture events

BILLINGS — Rooted in his Oaxacan heritage, one Billings entrepreneur is working to bring his traditions to Montana through community dance events that celebrate Mexican culture and connection. Watch how one Billings man is hoping to share his...

Report: Montana’s angling adds nearly $1 billion to economy

It’s easy to watch Brad Pitt’s flyline unfurl in a perfect ‘S’ curve over the Gallatin River and know that image has helped feed into Montana’s status as an angling destination. It’s more difficult to determine exactly what kind of impact the...

Montana: Big Sky, Big Heart, Bigger Nickname List

Montana, Big Sky Country, The Treasure State, The 406: no matter what you call it, Montana really is in a class all it's own. Tammie Toren Tammie Toren I’m in love with Montana. For other states I have admiration, respect, recognition, even some...

20 Years Smoke-Free: Why Montana’s Clean Air Law Still Matters

Raise your hand if you remember coming home from the bar and promptly tossing your outfit into the washing machine because it reeked like cigarette smoke. Or going to a restaurant and choosing between the "Smoking" and "Non-Smoking" seating areas....

No. 3 Montana hits the road again, looks for first win in Ogden in over a decade

OGDEN, UT — By the time Montana and Weber State kick off on Saturday, November will be here. The two old foes will line it up at 1 p.m. in Ogden, as the Wildcats look for a statement win over No. 3 Montana, while UM is looking for its first win...

Montana State announces events related to Cat-Griz football rivalry

MSU NEWS SERVICE BOZEMAN — Montana State University will celebrate its longstanding and beloved Cat-Griz football rivalry with events throughout the week of Nov. 17. The annual football game between MSU and the University of Montana – popularly...

Is It Legal To Touch Random Cows in Montana?

Some days, you just have to hop in the truck and go for a drive. There's something therapeutic about a nice little drive to get away from the norm and take in your surroundings. I did just that with the family yesterday when my daughter asked a...

Creation’s beauty aids, challenges spreading gospel in northwest Montana

Submitted photo. Whitefish, Mont., church planter and pastor Curt Sparkman held worship services at Flathead Lake before officially launching Goodwater Church on Oct. 5. WHITEFISH, Mont. (BP) — At the very moment Pastor Curt Sparkman spread his...

Do This Or Your Montana Vote Won't Count

We're getting down to crunch time for Tuesday's General election, and election officials across the state are expressing concerns about running out of time to fix the "birthday ballot" boondoggle". There are no hard numbers; it may be in the...

Montana State releases updated Master Plan for athletic facilities

BOZEMAN, Mont. - Montana State University is continuing its journey to enhance athletic facilities with an updated Bobcat Facilities Master Plan. Leon Costello, Montana State's Director of Athletics, said the plan is a roadmap to further progress...