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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 International Geoheritage Site. The designation identifies such sites “as being of the highest scientific value. They are sites that served to develop the science of geology, particularly its early history,” according to the International Commission on Geoheritage. The science organization awarded the designation to the “Cretaceous Dinosaur Nesting Grounds of the Will...


St. Ignatius seniors for Jan. 29, 2025

ST. IGNATIUS — Hello everyone. Did you know that your head loses the most body heat? Wearing a hat in cold weather helps to retain body heat, keeps you warm, and prevents hypothermia. Upcoming events:   Wool Felting class – Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. – free will offering Bingo – S...


Polson seniors for Jan. 29, 2025

POLSON -  We continue to provide weekday lunches for seniors and the needy in our community. This year our meals served per week continues to grow in unprecedented numbers. We thank our employees and volunteers for their hard work and dedication. We thank all our members, our community and government ag...


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...


Limited access provided to Many Glacier during 2025 Swiftcurrent construction

News from Glacier National Park WEST GLACIER - Recently, park officials announced that due to extremely limited parking during construction in the Swiftcurrent area, the park will restrict personal vehicle access into Many Glacier and provide a temporary shuttle service for hikers to access Many Glacier...


Medicaid reports find benefits for enrollees, economy, health care system

News from the Montana Healthcare Foundation BOZEMAN – The Montana Healthcare Foundation released three new reports analyzing Montana Medicaid. The reports found that the HELP Act – or “Medicaid expansion” – continues to expand health care access, improve health outcomes, an...


Key link in Mission Valley Wildlife Corridor protected Key link in Mission Valley Wildlife Corridor protected

News from Jennifer Guse, Flathead Land Trust MISSION VALLEY — A vital wildlife haven in the Mission Valley was protected on Jan. 17 through a conservation easement with Flathead Land Trust. This easement serves as a crucial link, connecting the Mission Mountain Wilderness to a vast network of over...


‘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...


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