Why Wealthy Drivers Register Luxury Cars In Montana

The chances that I will ever be driving a Lamborghini are pretty much zero. They seem like fine cars, but a little out of my price range. But I'm puzzled by something. It seems that those who can afford Lamborghini's and ATV's and boats have been...

Lack of film incentives a roadblock, but South Dakota film industry still growing

Molly Wetsch investigative reporter molly.wetsch@sdnewswatch.org 605-531-7382 Last month, 1,100 theaters across the country showed a movie ostensibly set in rural South Dakota. The film, "Americana," features Sydney Sweeney as a small-town diner...

Can You Be Fired For Your Social Media Posts In Montana?

Can Social Media Posts Cost You Your Job In Montana? Unless you completely avoid the news or live off-grid, I'm sure you've heard what happened to Charlie Kirk by now. It's been a whirlwind week of social media posts, some of which have gotten...

Business News | Taiwan Sends Delegation to US for Purchase of American Agricultural Products

Taipei [Taiwan], September 17 (ANI): Taiwan is sending a delegation to the United States to purchase American agricultural products, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) announced, Focus Taiwan reported on Sunday. This year's mission, officially...

South Dakota film industry growing though still stymied by lack of incentives

Last month, 1,100 theaters across the country showed a movie ostensibly set in rural South Dakota. The film, "Americana," features Sydney Sweeney as a small-town diner waitress on the hunt for a rare Lakota ghost shirt. Singer Halsey and Hunkpapa...

'Set the tone': Montana rolls out mobile ID program

HELENA — The state of Montana has taken the next step in allowing technologically savvy residents to simplify their wallets — not only can you pay with a single tap, you can also verify your identity. Montana’s Motor Vehicle Division announced...

Montana will need dozens of new employees to roll out federal Medicaid work requirements

Stay up-to-date on the latest breaking news. Get MTFP's in-depth, independent reporting sent directly to your inbox. Shifting federal requirements for Medicaid enrollees passed by Congressional Republicans earlier this year could require the state...

Library chosen to participate in Humanities Montana's Democracy Project

Butte Silver Bow Public Library has been chosen to participate in Humanities Montana's Democracy Project, a teen-led, non-partisan initiative supported by local libraries, community partners, and Humanities Montana. This program gives teens the...

Montana PSC dispute heard in state district court

HELENA — For weeks, disputes among members of the Montana commission that regulates utilities have been playing out in commission meetings and in the media. On Tuesday morning, they played out in a Helena courtroom. The Montana Public Service...

Small-batch vanilla products rooted in Montana

Growing up Meggen Wilson’s mother valued hosting guests while serving a home-cooked meal. It was a passion instilled in her that she has since begun sharing with others online. Originally from Tangerine, Florida, Wilson moved to the Flathead...

Montana's centenarians are honored and share a century worth of stories

HELENA — Here in Montana, wide-open skies and tight-knit communities create more than just scenic views; they might just be part of the secret to longevity. Tuesday, over a dozen Montanans who have crossed the 100-year mark were honored, and their...

Montana DOC searches for a location for a women's correctional facility

HELENA — The Montana Department of Corrections has issued a request for information notice to identify a location for a new women’s correctional facility. This request aims to find communities interested in hosting the facility. During the 2025...

BLM raises $38m from oil and gas lease sale in Montana, North Dakota

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), an agency within the US Department of the Interior, has raised more than $38m from an oil and gas lease sale across Montana and North Dakota. The lease sale, involving 23 parcels covering 7,604.47 acres, has...

Montana EMS crisis: ‘Please tell me something that’s more important than emergency services’

A scroll through Tim Montana’s social media most days will feature video clips of the scraggly-bearded musician’s guitar jams and photos of the Wise River watering hole-meets-concert venue he purchased two years ago. But last week he took to his...

Montana Students Soar With New Drone Technology Opportunities

"Drone technology is improving the safety and efficiency of industries across Big Sky Country." Abigail Lauten-Scrivner, UM News Service, tells us that's part of the driving force motivating the University of Montana to be the state’s command...

Montana Wildfire Season Shows Major Decrease In Damage

The final totals still need to be added up, but even the preliminary numbers are showing Montana's wildfire season was one of the least damaging in the past decade, with a smaller percentage of area being burned when compared with the last several...

Governor Names Members of American Made Energy Task Force

HELENA, Mont. – Less than a week after launching his Unleashing American-Made Energy Task Force, Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the 20 members he has appointed to the task force. “Montana’s future and the prosperity of our people require...

Montana Democrats elect new party leaders

Former state senator and public educator Shannon O’Brien of Missoula beat out Whitefish farmer and former state Rep. Mike Jopek to win election to chair of the Montana Democratic Party. “I think it’s time that we come together as Democrats and...

BLM lease sale in Montana, North Dakota raises $38 million

The US Bureau of Land Management (BLM) raised $38 million in a Sep. 10 oil and gas lease sale that included 23 parcels in Montana and North Dakota, totaling over 7,500 acres. The sale result reflects “a notable increase in interest by the oil and...

Nonresident travelers spend over $5 billion annually in Montana

Nonresident travelers spent an average of $5.28 billion annually in Montana over 2023 and 2024, according to a new study from the University of Montana’s Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research. The report found that spending by visitors has...