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Montana could see fewer direct benefits than many other states if Congress approves a major increase in defense spending
Montana could see fewer direct benefits than many other states if Congress approves a major increase in defense spending. Lawmakers are considering a significant boost to the Pentagon budget, with President Donald Trump requ...
Lower Crude Oil Prices Driving Down National Average of Gasoline
The national average for a gallon of regular gasoline fell three cents this past week to $4.06. Crude oil prices are down in the $70 per barrel range amid optimism that the Strait of Hormuz will resume normal operations. Curr...
U.S. Drought Monitor Shows Increasing Dry Conditions in Montana
The United States Drought Monitor was released on Thursday. ...
Glasgow School Superintendent Welcome Letter
Glasgow School Superintendent Brenner Flaten has released his welcome letter to the community of Glasgow as the schools prepare for the first day of school August 18th. ...
Wildfire Smoke Expected to Return to Glasgow Area
Residents of northeast Montana can expect hazy skies to return over the next couple of days as wildfire smoke drifts back into the region. The National Weather Service is forecasting hazy conditions for Glasgow today and Fri...
BLM Evaluates Proposed Bentonite Project near Glasgow
The Bureau of Land Management today opened public comment on the proposed Bent #4 Plan of Operations for the Americas Bentonite Corporation Bentonite Project located on public lands about 20 mile...
Montana Transportation Funding at Risk as Federal Deadline Nears
Montana could lose well over $100 million a year in federal transportation funding if Congress does not extend key infrastructure funding set to expire at the end of September. The U.S. Senate has approved a temporary spendi...
Governor Gianforte Declares Disaster for Glasgow due to Torrential Rains
Governor Greg Gianforte today declared a disaster in the City of Glasgow in Valley County following severe flash flooding over the July 4th holiday weekend that damaged public infrastructure and impacted local businesses and ...
Phillips County Implements Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
The Phillips County Commissioners have enacted Stage One Fire Restrictions effective immediately due to increased wildfire danger. Campfires and other open fires are prohibited except at approved recreation sites. Propane an...
Montana Farm Real Estate Continues to Increase in Value
A new federal report shows Montana farmland continues to gain value, although the pace of growth has slowed from the rapid increases seen in recent years. According to the latest USDA National Agricultural Statistics...
Back-to-School Immunization Clinics Offered This Week
As families prepare for the start of the new school year, FMDH Public Health is reminding parents there's still time to make sure their children are up to date on required and recommended immunizations. FMDH Public Health is...
Glasgow Seeking State Disaster Declaration After July Storm
The City of Glasgow is seeking a disaster declaration from the State of Montana following the severe rainstorm and flash flooding that struck the community on July 3. City officials estimate the storm has caused approximatel...