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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!

What Was So Special About Saturday?

Alan K — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:59:17 +0000

How many of you stopped just for a moment this past Saturday and thought about where you were on May 18th 33 years ago? That moment didn’t occur for me until I was sitting out on the deck that evening. May 18th 1980, we were living on the bench east of the Stevensville airport. We [...]

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?

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.

Billings Woman Drunk on Horse

Denny Bedard — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:58:29 +0000

As happens with these stories, a Billings woman caught national attention for riding her horse while drunk.

Blue Ribbons For Police Week

Denny Bedard — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:37:13 +0000

The week of May 12 through 17 is National Police Week.

Denny Remembers Mom

Denny Bedard — Fri, 10 May 2013 22:30:49 +0000

I got to thinking about the first time I can totally recall an incident that forced my mother into total mom mode.

Special Judges Plates Make Police Reluctant

Denny Bedard — Thu, 09 May 2013 21:33:51 +0000

The New York Commission on Judicial Conduct says special plates for judges don't violate ethics rules.

Missoula Youth Cheer Registration

Denny Bedard — Thu, 09 May 2013 19:56:26 +0000

Here's a new thing for your kids: Missoula Youth Cheer!

High School Football Stadium Hoping for Million Dollar Scoreboard

Denny Bedard — Wed, 08 May 2013 20:40:43 +0000

In case you didn't already know, Texas is one of those states where high school football reigns supreme.