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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 for Montana’s number one industry,” Gov. Gianforte said. “I am confident in Jillien’s ability to lead as director of the Montana Department of Agriculture. I thank her for her willingness to serve and look forward to working with her to advance the interest of farmers and ranchers across our state.” Streit currently serves as the financial controller at Fla...


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 ...


MT Food Bank Network distributes 57,524 packs of food to kids in 2024

News from the Montana Food Bank Network MISSOULA – Montana Food Bank Network’s BackPack Program has been serving school-aged children all over Montana since 2008. Providing child-friendly, non-perishable food that can be easily prepared at home, BackPack bags are discreetly distributed to ch...


Art gallery at FVCC presents ceramist Adrian Arleo Art gallery at FVCC presents ceramist Adrian Arleo

News from Wachholz College Center, FVCC KALISPELL - The Wachholz College Center’s Wanda Hollensteiner Art Gallery on the campus of Flathead Valley Community College is excited to announce their upcoming exhibition, works by Missoula based artist and ceramic sculptor, Adrian Arleo. Arleo’s wo...


Polson Chamber announces key changes for 2025

News from the Polson Chamber of Commerce POLSON — As we enter 2025, the Polson Chamber of Commerce is excited to unveil a series of updates and initiatives designed to strengthen our local business community. These changes aim to provide greater opportunities for growth, networking, and education ...


Dr. Raymond Ansotegui Overeducated Cowboy Scholarship announced

News from Montana Stockgrowers Foundation  HELENA — The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF) is now accepting applications for the Dr. Raymond Ansotegui Overeducated Cowboy Scholarship. After his passing in 2023, the Ansotegui family established a memorial fund through MSF to honor Ray&rsquo...


Big Sky Fit Kids registration open

News from Big Sky Games MONTANA — Registration is open for Big Sky Fit Kids (BSFK) Tracking Challenge, a program of the Big Sky State Games. The BSFK Tracking Challenge is a free youth team physical activity and nutrition program where students track physical activity and fruit and vegetable consu...


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