With visitation to Yellowstone and Glacier the backbone of Montana’s $5 billion tourism economy, Interior said this week it’s currently unclear what effects the new surcharges could have in Montana.
- Brett French
The mine is located in Jefferson County, south of Helena, and has been closed since 2008. In 2023 the company declared bankruptcy.
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After legislative formulation, planning and construction spanning two decades the Montana Heritage Center is set to open to public this week.
- Blair Miller
“I encourage all Montanans to stop by the People’s House in the coming weeks, bring your family, take a photo, and enjoy the Christmas spirit here in your Capitol.”
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The annual holiday event and Helena-area favorite returns 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, at 2330 E. Broadway St.
- Sam Wilson
It’s been 25 years since Montana closed its doors to the bespoke industry of hunting fenced-in trophy animals on private reserves, despite the state’s well-publicized image as a sportsman’s paradise.
- Brett French
Under the Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ proposal, the state-monitored hunt would be extended from Feb. 15 to Feb. 28.
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Named for its distinctively thick, domed skull, the first part of the reptile’s scientific name, Brontotholus harmoni, translates literally to “Thunderdome.”
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Smoke will be visible from U.S. Highway 12 near Elliston, MacDonald Pass, York, and Helena.
The Blackfeet Community College has received a historic $8 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott, frequent higher education donor and ex-wife of Jeff Bezos.
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After 25 years, $107 million spent and thousands-upon-thousands of artifacts moved, the Montana Heritage Center is finally opening its doors.
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Ramos logged at least two total tackles in each of his last four regular-season contests.
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MSU head coach Brent Vigen talked about his decision to stay in Bozeman, provided an injury update and previewed the FCS playoff matchup with Yale.
Montana defensive end Hunter Peck (left), head coach Bobby Hauck (middle) and wide receiver Michael Wortham reflect on the bye week and preview the second-round playoff game against South Dakota State on Monday, Dec. 1, 2025, in Missoula.
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