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Rock Creek Monster Brown Trout Takes Fly Fisherman's Offering

Denny Bedard — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:35:08 +0000

The brown trout is probably my favorite of the species. A subtle beauty that I really appreciate, good fight, weird look in their eyes.

5 Things to Do on a Rainy Memorial Day Weekend in Missoula

sarahyovetich — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:40:43 +0000

Don’t let a little gloomy weather ruin your holiday weekend — there’s plenty of fun to be had indoors. Here are a few suggestions:

Smurfit Stone on Superfund Proposal List From EPA

Denny Bedard — Tue, 21 May 2013 20:02:36 +0000

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday proposed adding Frenchtown's Smurfit-Stone Mill to a Superfund Priorities List.

Fort Missoula Stories in Stone

Denny Bedard — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:30:19 +0000

The Historical Museum at Fort Missoula will host its annual Stories in Stone program.

Share Your Photos in the Find New Roads Contest [SPONSORED]

94.9 KYSS FM — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:42:15 +0000

Western Montana and summer were made for each other! Those that live here, visit here and have even just been lucky enough to see pictures of here know this. Summer is just around the corner, so chances are your days are being spent out living up the Montana lifestyle with your friends and family. Why not snap a few photos while you're out there, and enter to win prizes valued at $2,500?

Deadline Nears to Enter Missoula 2013 Texaco Country Showdown

sarahyovetich — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:55:08 +0000

The Texaco Country Showdown is back in Missoula and we are ready to help find the most auspicious country music talent in America! The Texaco Country Showdown is the largest country music talent showcase in the world! It gives performers a chance to start their careers as the newest up-and-coming talent in country music. Over 4,000 radio stations nationwide are holding settings to display all of the never-before-seen emerging artists — but the clock is ticking! Your only chance to see if you are the next big thing is June 1 at the Sunrise Saloon in Missoula!

Kip Moore "Beer Money" Contest Winners

sarahyovetich — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:10:07 +0000

The weekend has come and gone, and you've been staring Monday in the face all day. What better way to start your Monday — and make your week insurmountably better — then to find out you won tickets to see Kip Moore on July 30 at Big Sky Bre

A Better Boat Ramp for Bonner

Alan K — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:05:22 +0000

Vivica Crowser of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks says the work on the Bonner Weigh Station Fishing Access Site is completed. The site is open again and the rustic boat ramp has been replaced along with other improvements. Over the past month, the site got an improved entry road, a parking area with spaces for vehicles [...]

Just What You Need on Sunday Morning

Alan K — Sun, 19 May 2013 11:59:42 +0000

Here it is early Sunday morning, as you sit there surfing the web and enjoying a first cup of coffee here's another thing to brighten your day. This was Wednesday morning of this past week. Enjoy.

Don't Forget Your Powerball Tickets

Denny Bedard — Sat, 18 May 2013 15:36:02 +0000

How high will Saturday night's jackpot go?

A New Way to Look at Swimsuit Season

sarahyovetich — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:48:03 +0000

“Summer is almost here! Everyone will want to go swimming, but no way am I going out when I’m in this shape. It’s time to get ready for swimsuit season!”

Sound familiar? Every summer it seems to be the same story…

“OMG! ONLY 7 DAYS LEFT UNTIL SUMMER! I’M NOT GOING TO EAT FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK!”

Let’s be real. We’ve all dieted, or even thought about dieting,

Around the House Insect Repellents

Joy Larson — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:10:48 +0000

You may be surprised to find that some everyday products you keep in your house could be used to keep bugs away. I am always looking for ways to save money, and not spending money on needless bug sprays is one way to do it. These bug repellents are also very simple to make, containing [...]

Have You Seen the New Doves?

Alan K — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:12:40 +0000

A new bird is moving into western Montana, the Eurasian collared dove. FW&P says they’re fairly easy to identify. It looks similar to the mourning dove, it is larger, has a black half-collar on the back of its neck and sports a broad tail squared at the tip. The mourning dove’s tail is pointed. The [...]

Find New Roads Fishing in the Seeley-Swan Valley [SPONSORED]

94.9 KYSS FM — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:37:08 +0000

There is no better place to find new roads than in Western Montana, where we can enjoy some of our nation’s best adventures right outside our back door. The Seeley-Swan Valley is no exception. According to VisitMT.com, Montana’s official state travel site, the Seeley-Swan Valley is a “90-mile long corridor along Highway 83 stretching through [...]

Gem Show Weekend in Hamilton

Denny Bedard — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:21:39 +0000

Treasures From the Universe!, the annual gem, mineral, fossil and jewelry show is Saturday and Sunday in Hamilton.

Elk Foundation Opens Land Parcel to Public Access Near Missoula

Denny Bedard — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:52:45 +0000

A 40-acre parcel of Montana forestland is now open to public access after Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation donation.

Missoula Valley Wildflower Time Is Now

Alan K — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:22:00 +0000

This is the time of year to get out and see all the wild flowers blooming. A good location to see a great display is Mount Sentinel. Trek the trails and you’ll see some colorful displays. Don’t wait too long though some of these blooms don’t last long.

What Do You Have to Say Now Macho Men?

Alan K — Thu, 16 May 2013 13:25:42 +0000

Take two guys with a cavalier attitude toward labor pains. Hook them up to a simulator that uses electrical impulses to recreate what women go through during childbirth. What seemed to be a good idea to them at the outset turned into agony. With wives and doctors at their side they screamed, writhed, and begged [...]

There's a Reason to Get Up at The Crack of Dawn

Alan K — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:19:51 +0000

This time of year you get to see some pretty spectacular sunrises. I get to the office about 4:15 AM, Craig is about an hour behind me. I was standing in the office kitchen, making a cup of coffee this morning about 5:45 and got to enjoy a really nice sunrise. That’s Mount Sentinel with [...]

Montana Blackfoot Trumpeter Swan Release Raffle

Alan K — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:51:31 +0000

You still have time to buy a raffle ticket for the 9th Annual Blackfoot Trumpeter Swan Release. The event is set for Thursday, May 16. The tickets are only $20 and that includes a breakfast at the Ovando School the morning of the release. To purchase a ticket you can call 406-793-3900 or go to [...]