Public Safety
Giant Banana Car Stopped by Montana Highway Patrol Near Billings
A vehicle shaped like an oversized banana drew the attention of Montana Highway Patrol while traveling along Interstate ...
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Government
Data Center Power Debate Draws Crowd to Public Service Commission Hearing
A proposal from NorthWestern Energy to create a new rate structure for data centers drew significant public interest at the Montana Public Service Commission, with utility customers, energy advocates, and industry representatives all weighing in on who should bear the cost of powering what could become some of the state's largest electricity consumers.
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Montana's 1972 Constitutional Convention Still Shapes How Helena's Government Works
The document that governs how Helena and every other Montana community is run traces its roots not to the statehouse but to a convention held more tha...
Public Safety
Shooting at Anaconda Bar Under Investigation; Suspect in Custody
Authorities in Anaconda are investigating a shooting Saturday night at Carmel's Bar on the 600 block of East Third Street, according to Anaconda-Deer ...
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Community
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Classes Continue Weekly at Helena Location
The Arthritis Foundation's Exercise Program is holding ongoing classes in Helena on Mondays and Wednesdays at noon, offe...
Community
Polson Nonprofit Helps Adults with Disabilities Enter the Workforce
A Polson-based nonprofit is carving out a practical path to employment for adults with disabilities, starting with a pro...
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