Harmful algae blooms reported across Montana

BILLINGS — The Montana Department of Environmental Quality is warning residents about harmful algae blooms (HAB) appearing in lakes and reservoirs across the state. The Tongue River Reservoir in Big Horn County received its first notice at the end...

Kalispell’s failed bid for a federal grant leaves bypass construction unfunded

Kalispell has missed out on a grant that would have accelerated construction of the south end of the U.S. 93 Bypass, meaning the highway will remain unfinished and unfunded indefinitely. Partnering with the Montana Department of Transportation,...

The Flower Montana Gardeners Count On Every Fall

Fall in Montana has its own kind of magic from crisp mornings to the soft glow of sunset over the mountains. If you’re looking for a flower that thrives in cooler nights, stands strong against curious wildlife, and brightens up your yard, look no...

What Satellites Just Revealed About Montana’s Colstrip Plant

It would appear that Big Brother is not Washington, it’s outer space. Satellites are now turning their high-tech eyes down to the smokestacks, making it possible to watch CO₂ being dumped into the global atmosphere. No more guessing games, no more...

'Danger in the water': Harmful algae blooms spreading across Montana

BIG HORN COUNTY, MT — The Montana Department of Environmental Quality is warning residents about harmful algae blooms appearing in lakes and reservoirs across the state. The Tongue River Reservoir in Big Horn County received its first notice at...

12 Pet Brands That Specialize in Sustainability and a Circular Economy

You should be able to love your pet without participating in an unsustainable and wasteful pet economy. For generations, the animal care industry has been marked by excessive packaging, futile novelty toys, and an abundance of single-use plastic....

Fall’s Biggest Wildlife Events Happening In The U.S. Right Now

A bull moose in the autumn colors around Jackson, Wyoming during the moose rut. getty Pelicans flock by the thousands in Oklahoma, raptors soar across mountain ridges in Montana, whales make their final splash off Massachusetts and the forests...

Lower electricity bills? Or more pollution? A new California law is sparking big debate

California has an environmental problem. Companies have built so many solar farms across the state that on many days — particularly in the spring months when sunshine is abundant but demand for air conditioning isn’t very high — they are producing...

'JV was ready tonight': Hometown return of Michael Wortham helped UM quiet noise

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In what was a wild week leading up to Montana's game against Sacramento State, the Grizzlies quieted all of the noise with a 49-35 victory over the Hornets to improve to 8-0. "So we played well in all three phases," UM head...

Vikings Triumph 3-0 at Montana State for First Road Sweep Since 2017

The Portland State volleyball team secured a decisive 3-0 sweep over Montana State in a raucous away match, marking their first road sweep of the Bobcats since 2017. The Vikings' overall record improves to 6-7 and 2-0 in Big Sky play, while...

'JV was ready tonight': Hometown return of Michael Wortham helped UM quiet noise

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In what was a wild week leading up to Montana's game against Sacramento State, the Grizzlies quieted all of the noise with a 49-35 victory over the Hornets to improve to 8-0. "So we played well in all three phases," UM head...

Tom's Take: Where the West still roams free

When we think about the American West, it seems like a faraway idea. But in terms of distance, it’s much closer to home than you might think. A couple of weeks ago, I took a road trip with my dad out to Theodore Roosevelt National Park in Medora,...

Expedia’s new Smart Travel Health Check exposes the world’s most crowded spots

Expedia just launched a first-ever framework, inspired by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), designed to expose the world’s most crowded spots and tackle one of tourism’s biggest challenges: Overcrowding. Introduced in Expedia’s newest...

Government shutdown updates: Latest on flights, national parks

WASHINGTON – As the government shutdown continued on Sunday, many of the people with the power to solve the funding crisis – the consequences of which are growing more intense for millions of Americans with each passing day – were nowhere in sight...

Governor, federal delegation send letter to Interior targeting American Prairie

Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte, as well as all four members of the state’s federal delegation signed on to a letter last month claiming American Prairie’s bison restoration project is at odds with the state’s economy. The five men sent the letter to...

South Dakota's Most Charming Small Town Has A Top National Park On Its Doorstep

If you're looking to explore one of the most interesting national parks in the US, you should carve out time to visit South Dakota. This underrated state is home to incredible history, multiple national parks, incredible state parks, and a huge...

Peru advances EUDR implementation through regional capacity-building workshop in Junín

The workshop sessions, held on October 22 and 23 in the provinces of Satipo and Pichanaki, gathered representatives from public institutions, cooperatives, producers, associations and agribusinesses to assess progress, challenges and opportunities...

Volleyball relies on each other on and off the court

Olivia LaBeau and teammate Carley Spachman go up to contest a spike during the Griv V Cats volleyball game on Oct 11 As the University of Montana volleyball continues down its path to the Big Sky Conference tournament, the team shows its...

Prevost Name MFU Executive Director

Montana Farmers Union is pleased to announce Rachel Prevost has been named its Executive Director. “Rachel has become an integral part of the Farmers Union family,” MFU President Walter Schweitzer said. “Her dedication and creativity have been...

Daylight saving time ends in a few days. Here's where each state stands on making daylight saving time permanent

Is it time to stop changing our clocks twice a year? Here's a state-by-state look at efforts to make daylight saving time permanent. WASHINGTON — In just a few days, millions of Americans will gain an hour of sleep as daylight saving time ends. On...