Rivalry event raises $23,315 for Montana families in need

HELENA, Mont. – Over 120,000 families in Montana rely on public assistance each year, according to the Heritage Foundation. In response, a nonprofit organization has used a statewide sports rivalry to offer support. The “Clash for a Cause” event...

Youth Climate Case

Eva Lighthiser is the lead plaintiff in Lighthiser v. Trump. She was previously involved in a different youth climate case, Held v. Montana. (Photo: Our Children’s Trust, Eillin Delapaz) A preliminary hearing recently took place in federal court...

What to know about the life and legacy of wildlife advocate Jane Goodall

Famed primatologist Jane Goodall, renowned for her groundbreaking work with chimpanzees, dedicated her life to helping all wild animals — a passion that lasted until her death this past week. She spent decades promoting humanitarian causes and the...

Fishing contributed $1B+ to Montana's economy in 2024

HELENA — Montana is renowned worldwide for its rivers, lakes, and streams, making the state a prime fishing destination, and last year, it reeled in over a billion dollars for the economy. “The Big Sky state draws folks to recreate, and part of...

Renowned Wildlife Ecologist and Storyteller Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant to Speak in Santa Barbara 

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (October 7, 2025) – The Community Environmental Council (CEC) and Central Coast Riviera Roses (CCRR) will co-host an inspiring evening with renowned...

Fishing contributed over $1 billion to Montana's economy in 2024

HELENA — Montana is renowned worldwide for its rivers, lakes, and streams, making the state a prime fishing destination, and last year, it reeled in over a billion dollars for the economy. “The Big Sky state draws folks to recreate, and part of...

These Are The Most Unique World Records Set In Montana

Revealing The Weirdest World Records Set In Montana One of my favorite books to read when I was a kid was the Guinness Book of World Records. Reading about people who set records for the most unique and oddest reasons was just fascinating to me...

Water Watch: Montana Bird Hunters’ Dogs’ Lives Could Be at Stake

Waterfowl hunting seasons are starting to take shape in Montana. Unfortunately, so is something in the water alarmingly harmful to pets and humans alike. And while it's not everywhere, it's conspicuous enough if you know what you're looking for....

Australia rare earth deal is a good start, but we need production here at home

China’s embargo on exports of key rare earth minerals poses a serious threat to the U.S. economy, defense capabilities, and technological edge. We rely on imports for strategic defense minerals, and China has cornered the market, controlling...

CWD Sampling Available During Archery Season In SE Montana

MILES CITY – Free, fast and convenient sampling for chronic wasting disease (CWD) is available by appointment during archery season at Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks headquarters in Miles City. Hunters can call CWD regional coordinators at...

Fujairah CP meets leaders participating in Crans Montana Forum

Sheikh Mohammed separately met with Dr Leila Benali, Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development of the Kingdom of Morocco; Dr Daniel Samba, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy of the Democratic Republic of the...

The kids who sued America over climate change aren’t done yet

In 2015, nearly two dozen American youth sued the federal government, alleging that the United States violated their constitutional rights by facilitating the burning of fossil fuels and allowing greenhouse gas emissions to rise to dangerous...

Angling brings more than $1 billion to Montana's economy, study shows

Montana is famous around the world for its rivers and lakes, and it turns out that angling in the Big Sky state has a sizable economic impact. A recent study from the University of Montana, Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER) and...

What a federal government shutdown could mean in Montana

As the country edged closer Tuesday to a federal government shutdown, Walt Schweitzer worried about the two-party checks issued to young grain farmers, which can’t be cashed without the signature of the U.S. Farm Service Agency. Farmers who use...

Trump’s Purge of ‘Negative’ National Park Signs Includes Climate Change

This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. This summer, U.S. National Park Service employees and visitors were asked to do something highly unusual: report any signs that failed to make America look...

Impact Of Poaching On Montana Wildlife In Recent Felony Cases

Missoula, MT (KGVO-AM News) - The Missoula County Attorney’s Office filed 19 new felony complaints this week, which is the same as last week and right around the weekly average. County Attorney Matt Jennings was pleased to report that only four of...

Where Does Your Drinking Water In Montana Really Come From?

As the years of my life tick by, certain things come to mind that I didn't even consider when younger and simply took for granted. Like where the water I drink every single day comes from. via GIPHY Probably because I could see exactly where it...

Top Spots to See the Aurora Borealis in Montana

Montana is considered one of the best places in the country to catch the magical aurora borealis. On clear nights, the northern lights can transform the sky into a breathtaking canvas of swirling colors. Greens, pinks, purples, and sometimes even...

Trump, Project 2025 and Climate Change/Fossil Fuels

President Donald Trump and Project 2025 are in total agreement on the perceived need to increase natural gas, oil and coal production – while simultaneously dismantling government efforts to develop green energy and address climate change....

A look inside Montana’s Hunters Against Hunger Program

BOZEMAN - A meat processing facility might look — and even smell — like a horror scene, but here, the story is one of hope, as this meat is destined to feed the hungry. “You can see there’s already 700 pounds there — that’s all going to the food...