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Hunters Help FWP Collect Most CWD Samples Since Testing Began

Hunters Help FWP Collect Most CWD Samples Since Testing Began

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks submitted 9,066 samples for chronic wasting disease testing in 2024-2025 hunting season to date. This is the largest number of CWD samples ever to be collected in a single year in Montana. Many of these samples were collected by hunters themselves. Of those

Montana Highway Patrol Commissions Four New Troopers

Montana Highway Patrol Commissions Four New Troopers

The Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) commissioned four new troopers at a graduation ceremony in Helena Wednesday. MHP Colonel Kurt Sager addressed the new troopers prior to their badge pinning. Montana Supreme Court Chief Justice Cory Swanson administered their oath of office. “These new troopers have put in the hard work

Continuing Education Instructors

Continuing Education Instructors

Scheels Aquatic and Recreation Center is looking for those interested in teaching continuing education classes. Continuing education classes consist of short and part-time courses in a non-academic setting. Those who teach these courses would be willing to share their skills and talents, whether it be arts, dancing, language,

Road Closed Due to Water Leak

Road Closed Due to Water Leak

2nd Ave S Between 29 and 30 ST S is closed to through traffic due to a water service leak that is causing severe icing issues. A plumbing company has been called and repairs to the private water service should be completed by Thursday, February 6. If you have questions,

Great Falls/Cascade County Crimestoppers Offers Reward for Information

Great Falls/Cascade County Crimestoppers Offers Reward for Information

Great Falls/Cascade County Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to $100,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual or individuals responsible for the death of Michael “Mike” Evans. Mike was killed at 8535 U.S. Highway 89 (the old Bar S Supper Club)

The Montana Office of Public Instruction Announces the Summer Food Service Program

The Montana Office of Public Instruction Announces the Summer Food Service Program

The Montana Office of Public Instruction (OPI) announces the ongoing availability of summer meals for children via the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) in preparation for summer 2025. The SFSP is made possible by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and offers free, nutritious meals to all children and

Chouteau County Sheriff's Office Responds to Disturbance in Fort Benton

Chouteau County Sheriff's Office Responds to Disturbance in Fort Benton

On January 25, 2025 Deputy Aaron Skunkcap responded to a call in Fort Benton in reference to a disturbance. During this time Deputy Skunkcap was able to determine that narcotics related activity was taking place at the location. Deputy Skunkcap secured a search warrant for the residence. Benny was utilized