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The Montana Plan to Host Community Roundtable on I-194 in Townsend
The Montana Plan will host a free community roundtable on I-194 on Monday, October 12, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Broadwater School and Community Library, 201 North Spruce Street, in Townsend.Read the full Article
Secretary Christi Jacobsen unveils 2026 Voter Information Pamphlet
Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen announced the release of the 2026 Voter Information Pamphlet (VIP), providing Montanans with information about the statewide ballot issues appearing on the November 3 General Election ballot.Read the full Article
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced increased financial assistance for the Regenerative Pilot Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced increased financial assistance for the Regenerative Pilot Program from $700 million to $1 billion in fiscal year 2027, providing more producers with the opportunity to adopt conservation systems that improve soil health, water quality, and long-term farm resilience. Producers can now apply for assistance with regenerative practices.Read the full Article
Gov. Gianforte, CMS, DPHHS Announce $8.7 Million Investment in Rural Emergency Medical Services
Governor Greg Gianforte and Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Director Charlie Brereton today announced an $8.7 million investment to help strengthen emergency medical services (EMS) across rural Montana. The funds will support 78 EMS agencies serving rural and frontier areas of Montana to buy desperately needed equipment and four new ambulances.Read the full Article
USA Today Election-Night Stringers
We are currently recruiting election-night Stringers across the state for the 2026 General Election on November 3rd. Stringers will visit a local polling place or municipal office and report unofficial election night results to USA TODAY as they are released. We would greatly appreciate it if you could share this opportunity with your network.Read the full Article
Warning: Missed Jury Duty Scam
The Missed Jury Duty scam has been reported extensively across Montana, with multiple county sheriffs, the U.S. District Court for the District of Montana, and the state Attorney General issuing warnings. Scammers are actively spoofing local phone numbers and targeting residents in several Montana communities.Read the full Article
Secretary Christi Jacobsen Warns Montana Businesses of Misleading 2027 Annual Report solicitation
Montana Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen is warning Montana businesses about a misleading mailing from an out-of-state organization seeking $150 to file a business’s 2027 Annual Report.Read the full Article
Montana Awarded New Federal Assessment and Nutrition Grants
Superintendent Hedalen Announces Montana Awarded New Federal Assessment and Nutrition Grants.Read the full Article
Medicare: Yearly Wellness Visit
Your Yearly Wellness Visit is a great way to take charge of your health.To be clear, it's not a regular physical exam. Instead, it's dedicated one-on-one time with your doctor to review your health history, your wellness goals, and putting together a prevention plan to keep you healthy.Read the full Article
Free Brain Health and Dementia Education Drop-in Event Coming to Townsend
MSU Extension’s Mobile Memory Café, led by Program Manager Lisa Brachwitz, will host a free Brain Health and Dementia Education Drop‑In Event at the Townsend Senior Citizens Dinner Club. The event is designed to help community members learn practical strategies for maintaining brain health at any age, gain a clearer understanding of dementia, and explore caregiving resources available to support individuals and families.Read the full Article
Townsend Fall Fest Music Lineup
Townsend Fall Fest is excited to announce the music lineup for this year! We have some of the best headliners playing Friday night to Sunday afternoon to make this one of the most popular Fall concert venues in Montana. Please be sure to come out and support these musicians and enjoy this free Rotary-sponsored event!Read the full Article
St. Peters Health Clinic and Hospital Officially Collaborate October 8
St. Peter’s Clinic and Billings Clinic Broadwater have announced they will merge their providers beginning October 8. St. Peter’s patients who receive treatment at the Townsend facility should continue to make appointments with that clinic until then.Read the full Article
Cost-of-living important factor for 80% of Montana registered voters
Voters report ongoing challenges to afford housing, healthcare, groceries and gas.Read the full Article
Rotary Sponsors Business Decorating Contest for Fall Fest
The Rotary Club of Townsend is sponsoring a business decorating contest to show off Townsend during the Fall Fest and Car ShowRead the full Article
BLM Invites People to Help Shape the Future of America’s Public Lands
BLM Invites People to Help Shape the Future of America’s Public Lands, Make Your Voice Matter.Read the full Article
Gianforte Launches Flat Income Tax Initiative
The governor’s push to institute a 4.7% flat state income tax has support from conservative think tanks and Republican legislators, but drew criticism from Democratic lawmakers.Read the full Article
2026 Salmonella Outbreak
2026 Salmonella Outbreak linked to Broccoli Sprouts from Evergreen Fresh Sprouts, LLCRead the full Article
Superintendent Hedalen Launches Montana Student Art Contest
Montana State Superintendent Susie Hedalen is excited to announce the launch of the Montana Student Art Contest, a new statewide program celebrating the creativity, talent, and artistic achievements of Montana students.Read the full Article
September is Bear Aware Month in Montana
Attend an event and bring in your expired, empty or unwanted bear spray cans to an FWP officeRead the full Article
Drought, Hay, and Getting Through the Winter
Weather conditions across our great state have been quite inconsistent this year, with some areas of Montana receiving adequate precipitation while other localities seem to have gotten very little, leaving many cattle producers and farmers in a tough spot. While drought has not hit every corner of the state, it has hit some segments of cattle and farm country particularly hard.Read the full Article
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