Kid camps filling up as summer break approaches

HELENA – Kids will be out of school for summer break before you know it, and now is the time to start thinking about all your summer plans, including camps for your kids, Youth Director for the Helena YMCA advises. She says in order to get your kids into the summer camp of their choice … Read more

Montana pharmacies rethinking abortion pills amid growing pushback

Some Montana pharmacies are rethinking abortion pills amid growing pushback. Walgreens made national headlines this week when the pharmacy decided not to carry the pills in 21 states, including Montana, and it’s already made an impact on one Billings pharmacy. Walgreens announced that it would not be selling the pills in 21 states where attorney … Read more

Tis the season; First 2023 sighting of grizzly bear in YNP

The first 2023 sighting of a grizzly bear in Yellowstone National Park (YNP) was reported by a park biologist this week. According to a news release the 300+ lb grizzly was spotted Tuesday [March 7] near the remains of a bison carcass in the central-eastern part of the park. YNP reminds outdoor enthusiasts to prepare … Read more

MRL’s request to terminate 60-year BSNF Railway lease gets go ahead

MISSOULA – Montana Rail Link’s (MRL) request to terminate its 60-year lease with BSNF Railway (BNSF) was given the green light from the Transportation Board Wednesday. The approval means BNSF will regain control of the former Northern Pacific main line between eastern Montana and Idaho. The deal will eliminate the need to interchange freight between … Read more

Helena commissioners get update on solid waste master plan

The city of Helena and Lewis and Clark County staff updated the commissioners on the progress of the local governments’ integrated solid waste master plan during this week’s [Tuesday] joint meeting. No substantial changes to the system will likely be made until the master plan is completed sometime next year [March 2024]. Officials said the … Read more