HELENA, Mont. (AP) – The approval of recreational cannabis in the state also paved the way to clear the records for people previously convicted of now-legal actions. But, while some say the process has worked well, some cases that have been filed are still mired in the traditional court system. To help the process along … Read more
Vietnam veterans were honored as part of a Boy Scout project in Helena. 272 red flags, each representing a life lost in the Vietnam War, were planted at Resurrection Cemetery in Helena on Monday. The memorial was put together in regard to an Eagle Scout assignment to pay tribute to the Montanans killed in the … Read more
A program offering a dollar-for-dollar tax credit for donations to Montana public schools reached its $1 million limit within minutes of launching Monday. Nine school districts claimed credits on behalf of 23 individual donors. The tax credits were offered to individuals and businesses that donated to specific public school districts through the Innovative Education Program, … Read more
Winter weather doesn’t appear to be slowing down construction at the new Montana Heritage Center in Helena’s Capitol Complex. Despite frigid temperatures workers continue to make progress and are laying foundation for the new center which will nearly double the size of the existing Montana Historical Society facility, with 66,000 square feet of new space, … Read more
A Billings man charged with stealing an excavator from a nearby construction site to tear down a wall and door to a Montana gun shop to steal firearms, accepted a plea deal in the case Wednesday. Federal prosecutors said, the 46-year-old suspect pleaded guilty to theft in which he stole five pistols and one antique … Read more
HELENA, Mont. (AP) – A former billionaire has filed a lawsuit against Montana’s Department of Revenue after a federal judge ruled the state wrongfully tried to force him into bankruptcy to collect taxes the state said he owed. Tim Blixseth is seeking hundreds of millions of dollars in damages along with attorneys fees in the … Read more
HELENA, Mont. – The closing date for public comment on the 2022/2023 hunting regulation proposals has been extended from Jan. 14 to Jan. 21. Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) says this is a second opportunity for the community to provide input on the draft regulation proposals that reduce some license and permit types and … Read more
Updated – A crash shut down Highway 287 between Helena and Townsend Sunday night. The Broadwater County Sheriff’s Office says the wreck, which involved multiple vehicles, occurred at mile marker 60 between East Helena and Winston, causing delays for drivers traveling through the area. BSO did not note what the cause of the crash was, … Read more
Santa came early this year, delivering lower gas prices just in time for Christmas. The national average price of gasoline is down 10 cents per gallon from Thanksgiving, according to GasBuddy. While the drop in prices is good news, prices remain relatively high, increasing 45% from 2020’s $2.25 per gallon. Prices at the pump are … Read more
It’s going to be a black Christmas this year, but probably not for the reasons you suspect. A new trend is shining the light on “Black” Christmas trees this holiday season. And, although not everyone’s cup of tea, it is proving to be a growing trend, as homes don darker decor, from the classic Christmas … Read more