Red Lodge man sentenced to over 18 years for drug trafficking and weapons charges
A 46-year-old Red Lodge man was sentenced to over 18 years in prison for trafficking meth into Montana and unlawful possession of a handgun.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
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President Jeremiah Shinn takes helm of University of Montana
Studying at the University of Montana should be easier — that’s one priority Jeremiah Shinn has set for the flagship even before finishing his listening...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Montana State doctoral student wins Women in Optics scholarship
OZEMAN — Morgan Hasenmyer, a doctoral student at Montana State University, is one of five women worldwide to be awarded a 2026 Women in Optics Scholarship...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Ribeye Raffle returns for Northwest Montana Fair
The Ribeye Raffle is back, giving community members a chance to win premium local beef while helping support food banks in the Flathead Valley and Libby.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Entries open for 2026 Northwest Montana Fair competitions
The 2026 Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo is now accepting online entries for 4-H/FFA and Open Class competitions. The annual event is scheduled for Aug. 12-...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula and Western Montana neighbors: Obituaries for July 4
Surrounded by loving family members, Roger Blaine Baeth passed away peacefully on June 18th in Missoula, Montana.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula and Western Montana speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jul. 3, 2026
Our Democracy is in deep trouble. If you are unaware, you’re either refusing to look or are somehow blind to the realities of our country. Open your mind a...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula-area breweries celebrate America's 250th birthday with locally sourced beer
Three Missoula-area breweries used Montana-grown hops and malted barley to make special beers in honor of the 250th anniversary of the country
Jul 4, 2026Open source
As America turns 250, a Montana tribe holds a ceremony for its buffalo
The resurgence of the bison, once hunted to near extinction, is a metaphor for the Chippewa Cree Tribe’s struggles and resilience, members say.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Montana softball coach explains plans for recent MM grad at D-I college
Montana softball coach Stef Ewing said Makenzie Henthorn will have a chance to pitch next season for the Grizzlies, and has the ability and drive to take ov...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Quick call, big heart: Eastern Montana rallies behind stroke survivor's $70K in bills
When Tim Therrien fumbled a few dishes at the kitchen sink one night, his wife knew something was wrong.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
June in photos: The Montana Standard's best images from photographer Megan Nielsen
From graduating Butte High School's class of 2026 to enjoying time on the Big Hole River, take a look at The Montana Standard's best photos from June.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Business Briefcase: Dentistry awards, Helena swim store fitting event, new PA at St. Peter's
These are the businesses that employ the most people in Montana. Source: Montana Department of Labor
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Montana’s only fife and drum corps brings the Revolutionary War to life in the Flathead Valley
Much like the soldiers who fought in the fledgling Continental Army in the early days of the Revolutionary War, members of the Glacier Fife and Drum Corps ar...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Three Days of Tradition: Livingston, Montana celebrates the Fourth of July in a big way
LIVINGSTON, Mont. — The streets of Livingston are filling with visitors as the community kicks off its annual Fourth of July celebration.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Shakespeare in the Parks returns to Washington Park in July
The Park County Arts Council is once again sponsoring this season’s performances by Montana Shakespeare in the Parks. This year the troupe brings Shakespea...
Jul 3, 2026Open source
Montana DEQ proposes Big Hole River 'impairment' designation for algae
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality recently proposed adding an impairment designation for algal blooms in the Big Hole River. Critics allege DEQ
Jul 2, 2026Open source
FWP proposes unique conservation easement to increase public access, protect critical habitat in central Mo...
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is proposing to purchase a 99-year conservation easement (CE) to protect critical habitat and increase public access in ce...
Jul 2, 2026Open source
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Red Lodge man sentenced to over 18 years for drug trafficking and weapons charges
A 46-year-old Red Lodge man was sentenced to over 18 years in prison for trafficking meth into Montana and unlawful possession of a handgun.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
President Jeremiah Shinn takes helm of University of Montana
Studying at the University of Montana should be easier — that’s one priority Jeremiah Shinn has set for the flagship even before finishing his listening...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Montana State doctoral student wins Women in Optics scholarship
OZEMAN — Morgan Hasenmyer, a doctoral student at Montana State University, is one of five women worldwide to be awarded a 2026 Women in Optics Scholarship...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Ribeye Raffle returns for Northwest Montana Fair
The Ribeye Raffle is back, giving community members a chance to win premium local beef while helping support food banks in the Flathead Valley and Libby.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Entries open for 2026 Northwest Montana Fair competitions
The 2026 Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo is now accepting online entries for 4-H/FFA and Open Class competitions. The annual event is scheduled for Aug. 12-...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula and Western Montana neighbors: Obituaries for July 4
Surrounded by loving family members, Roger Blaine Baeth passed away peacefully on June 18th in Missoula, Montana.
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula and Western Montana speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jul. 3, 2026
Our Democracy is in deep trouble. If you are unaware, you’re either refusing to look or are somehow blind to the realities of our country. Open your mind a...
Jul 4, 2026Open source
Missoula-area breweries celebrate America's 250th birthday with locally sourced beer
Three Missoula-area breweries used Montana-grown hops and malted barley to make special beers in honor of the 250th anniversary of the country
Jul 4, 2026Open source
As America turns 250, a Montana tribe holds a ceremony for its buffalo
The resurgence of the bison, once hunted to near extinction, is a metaphor for the Chippewa Cree Tribe’s struggles and resilience, members say.
Jul 3, 2026Open source
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