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Montana court upholds constitutional Right to Know

News from Upper Seven Law GREAT FALLS — Today, the Montana District Court in Great Falls ordered the Legislative Services Division to return to its long-held practice of producing legislative documents related to the drafting of a bill to members of the public under the Montana Constitution’s right to know. The court decided in favor of two Montanans, the Montana Environmental Information Center, and the press in a legal action that challenged a new policy that withheld documents related to legislative bill drafting that have, for decades, been considered public information. The ruling in Saslav v. Howe comes early in the 2025 legislative session and will allow members of t...


Salish Kootenai College announces interim president appointment Salish Kootenai College announces interim president appointment

News from Salish Kootenai College PABLO — The Salish Kootenai College (SKC) Board of Directors announces the resignation of Interim President Dr. Michael Munson, effective Jan. 13, 2025. Dr. Munson has accepted a new position at Washington State University as the Associate Vice Provost of Tribal R...


‘Love at First Site’ Baby Fair planned for Feb. 1

News from CSKT Early Childhood Services PABLO - CSKT’s “Love at First Site” Baby Fair will take place on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. in the Salish Kootenai College Gym. If you are a new parent, an expecting parent, families with children 0-5 years old, a community member, pl...


Enjoy dancing, wine, more at Masumola Club

News from Mac Swan POLSON  - We had so much fun last year, this is a reprise event. See the food and wine distribution lists below. If you have yet to RSVP, please do so now: macswan44@gmail.com We are doing away with curfews so put on your dancing shoes. Social Hour begins at 5:45 p.m. at the M...


MT Historical Society offers free Capitol tours MT Historical Society offers free Capitol tours

News from Montana Historical Society HELENA - While everyone is welcome to explore the Capitol and observe the legislature on their own, Bramble explains that that MTHS tour guides provide insight on the history, art and architecture of the building, while offering an introduction to the political proce...


Governor announces leadership change at MDA Governor announces leadership change at MDA

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA - Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the appointment of Jillien Streit as Director of the Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA). “Jillien Streit comes to this role with a strong background in agriculture and business, ready to advocate fo...


Montana dinosaur nesting grounds named International Geoheritage Site Montana dinosaur nesting grounds named International Geoheritage Site

News from the MSU News Service BOZEMAN — For more than 40 years, an area of Cretaceous rock exposures in northwest Montana has been the site of exciting fossil discoveries, including ones by paleontologists from Montana State University’s Museum of the Rockies. Now, it has been named an Inte...


Blood drive to be held at library in Polson

POLSON - On Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., in the conference room at the North Lake County Public Library, a blood drive will be held sponsored by Glacier Bank and the American Red Cross. The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood. Contact Laura Kelley at 406-751-4915 with question...


‘Somewhere In Montana’ shown at local theater ‘Somewhere In Montana’ shown at local theater

News from Jared Broxterman, Executive Director MT Acting Studio POLSON — “Somewhere In Montana” a heartfelt drama that delves into themes of resilience, cultural contrasts, and personal growth, is currently being shown at Showboat Stadium 6. The story follows John Alexander, a Montana ...


honor students

SNHU announces Fall 2024 President’s List  News from Southern New Hampshire University MANCHESTER, NEW HAMPSHIRE — It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University congratulates the following students on being named to the Fall 2024 President’s List. The fall ...


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