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News from USDA, NRCS BOZEMAN — April ushered in the transition from winter to spring in the Montana snowpack accumulation season. “Most SNOTEL sites have passed peak Snow Water Equivalent “SWE” accumulation for the season,” said Florence Miller, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Hydrologist. Overall, SNOTEL sites reached near to below normal peak SWE. The timing of peak snowpack accumulation ranged from near normal to 10-20 days early. This is reflected in the May 1 snowpack percentages with southwest and central Montana snowpack at 95 to 110% of median and snowpack across the western portion of the state decreasing slightly from April 1 v...
By Jeremy Drake, MT Plastic Free House Bill (HB) 477, to phase out single-use expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam food containers across Montana, has passed both the House and Senate with strong bipartisan support and backing from a diverse coalition of stakeholders. The bill, aimed at protecting public hea...
By Jeremy Drake, MT Plastic Free House Bill (HB) 477, to phase out single-use expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam food containers across Montana, has passed both the House and Senate with strong bipartisan support and backing from a diverse coalition of stakeholders. The bill, aimed at protecting public hea...
News from DPHHS MONTANA — In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month in May, the Department of Health and Human Services (DPHHS) reminds mothers that the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides free, confidential assistance before, during, and after pregnancy. “In Mont...
News from St. Luke Community Healthcare ST. IGNATIUS — St. Luke Community Healthcare is proud to host the 42nd Annual Buffalo Run on Saturday, July 12, 2025, as part of the St. Ignatius Good Old Days celebration. This long-standing community tradition invites runners and walkers of all ages ...
ST. IGNATIUS - With the nice weather and yardwork that needs to be done safety is a top priority. Stay safe. Activities: - Tuesday, May 27: foot care with Mandy Jo - $30 - Call the Center 406-745-4462 to schedule Menu: - Friday, May 16: chicken, corn, ba...
POLSON - The Greek goddess of spring was named Maia. The May full moon was on May 12. Many cultures called it the flower moon, the hare moon, or the milk moon. See? You’re not too old to learn something new. My grandpappy liked moonshine; he told me so. I like the moon too. This is the time to...
ARLEE - The old song April Showers sure do bring all the May flowers. The trees are budding out, the grass is growing in leaps and bounds, and the hummingbirds are back to our homes. The songbirds awaken our hearts with joy listening to their morning calls/songs and the robins are hopping across the lawn wai...
Elizabeth Harlan POLSON - Thaddues Harlan is excited to announce the arrival of little sister, Elizabeth Mae Harlan. Elizabeth was born April 22, 2025, at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center’s Nesting Place. She was 20.75 inches long and weighed 8 pounds, 13.5 ounces. Elizabeth’s pare...
POLSON - The Flathead Lake Museum, 708 Main St., is open May 15-Sept. 16, Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and on Sundays 1-4 p.m. They focus on homesteading on the Flathead Indian Reservation have the true Flathead Lake Monster.
