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2026 National Civics Bee® Essay Application Portal Now Open for Montana Middle Schoolers
Calling all middle school students to share their ideas, showcase their civics knowledge, engage in their communities, and compete for prizes and recognition.Read the full Article
Identity Theft Awareness Week
American adults lost $47 billion to identity fraud and scams in 2024, according to an AARP-sponsored report from by Javelin Strategy & Research. The problem is huge, and our personal information can be compromised through everything from sophisticated data breaches to simple mail theft. Below are some key steps to help protect you and your loved ones.Read the full Article
Lawsuit challenges second-home tax
Legal challenge by prominent Republicans asks court to find that a bill that lowered taxes for an estimated 4 in 5 homeowners and offered $400 property tax rebates is unconstitutional.Read the full Article
The Montana Legislature needs to reform the Public Service Commission
For more than two decades, the Montana Legislature has attempted to flip the switch on the inherent structural problems with the Public Service Commission, the primary body responsible for regulating investor-owned monopolies throughout the state.Read the full Article
Oro Fino Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution Announces Education Scholarship
The Oro Fino Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution announce a one-time scholarship award of $2,000 for a senior preparing to graduate from high school. Four scholarships are availableRead the full Article
NorthWestern Energy now owns an extra 592 megawatts of Colstrip
What’s its plan for doubling down on coal? Data centers, power costs in the mix as government regulators scrutinize NorthWestern’s transactions with two Washington utilities.Read the full Article
About that political postcard you got from the Secretary of State
Election experts said non-citizen voting is a non-problem and a legislative Democrat called the postcard fearmongering, while questions about where the money came from to send it remain unanswered.Read the full Article
Lifeline, A Federal Program, Can Help
Lifeline is a federal program that helps low-income individuals obtain discounted telephone or internet service.Read the full Article
Reach Higher Montana Invites Students to Reach New Heights with "It's Scholarship Time" Application
Reach Higher Montana, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting education and empowering Montana students, is excited to announce the "It's Scholarship Time" application for high school and college students across the state.Read the full Article
Julia Newman, Upper Seven Law
Three Forks, Montana. On Friday, January 23rd,Upper Seven Law will present the Montana Constitution Roadshow at Bridger Brewing from 5:30 pm–6:30 pm.Read the full Article
Montana Fish and Wildlife Conservation Trust Seeking Trust Manager
HELENA – The Joint State-Federal Board of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Conservation Trust is seeking proposals for qualified organizations to serve as its next trust manager.Read the full Article
Verification Tool Flags Multiple Voter Records as Potential Non-Citizens
The Montana Secretary of State’s Office has received preliminary results from its recent implementation of the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program to help ensure clean, accurate voter rolls in the Treasure State.Read the full Article
Superintendent Hedalen Welcomes New Nutrition Guidelines
Superintendent Hedalen Welcomes New Nutrition Guidelines and Supports Efforts to Make Schools, Families Healthier.Read the full Article
NorthWestern Energy Warns Scammers Targeting Montanans
NorthWestern Energy is receiving widespread reports of scammers attempting to steal money from Montanans. These criminals are calling Montanans and falsely claiming energy service will be shut off unless an immediate payment is made.Read the full Article
MDT Will Attend the January 14th Commissioner meeting
Jan 14th 2026 at 10 am MDT, and Great West Engineering will attend the Broadwater County Commission Meeting.Read the full Article
Grants Available for Traditional and Folk Arts and Media Arts in Montana
The Montana Community Foundation (MCF) announces its annual grant cycle from the William B. Pratt Fund to benefit Montana traditional and folk art, as well as media arts in Montana.Read the full Article
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest hosts public event on Jan. 11
The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest invites the public to an open house on Jan. 11 from 1-4 p.m. at the Moose Creek Cabin near Helena with guided treks, hot beverages and a presentation for those looking to learn more about forest products and recreational opportunities on the forest.Read the full Article
Smith River float permit applications available from January 1 to February 15
Applications for a permit to float the Smith River will be available beginning on Thursday, Jan. 1 through Sunday, Feb. 15. The drawing for float permits will tentatively be held on Wednesday, Feb. 18.Read the full Article
Top Montana News for 2025 and What To Expect in 2026
Data centers, grizzly bears and wild weather are on the horizon for 2026.Read the full Article
