North Central Montana News

MISSOULA – The University of Montana recently secured $1.8 million from the Department of Education to bolster the health care workforce in rural Montana. The federal grant will fund the development and implementation of health care career pathways by three UM organizations: the Office of Health Research & Partnership, Missoula College and UM Bitterroot. OHRP Director Lily Apedaile sa... Read

MILLER PEAK FIRE (Lolo National Forest) A new wildfire was reported Sunday Afternoon (7-14) in the Plant Creek drainage of Lolo National Forest. The Miller Peak Fire is approximately 8 miles southeast of Missoula, and as of this morning was 400 acres...

The Horse Gulch Fire continues to expand rapidly, as firefighters try to protect property and homes near Canyon Ferry Reservoir. As of this (Friday) morning, the fire was estimated at over 10,849 acres. Fire commanders say the fire spread mainly to the north and east yesterday afternoon and evening...

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) has released the 2024 Montana Drought Outlook Report. The report provides a synopsis of recent statewide precipitation and temperature trends, snowpack information, an outlook on summer water supplies and an update on current and forecasted drought conditions...

Saturday, the 27th, is the day for the 2nd Annual Kids Fishing Derby, in Augusta. The kids fishing FUN will run from 9, to 2, at Willow Creek Reservoir. Don't worry about a thing, it's for kids 12, & under, &.sign up will be at the boat launch. Please...

Thanks for asking...The 2nd FREE Swim Day's coming up this Tuesday (7/16) in Valier. Why not take a plunge between 11, & 5, Tuesday afternoon. The 2nd Annual Free Swim Day, is being sponsored by St. Francis Parish Council of Catholic Women. Co...

The Lewis & Clark County Sheriff's Office has issued evacuation orders for homes between Cave Gulch and Magpie Gulch north of Canyon Ferry, as firefighters continue efforts to contain the rapidly-growing Horse Gulch Fire. The human-caused fire was first reported Tuesday afternoon, and tripled in size yesterday, from 200 acres to 600 acres, and is reported to be very active today, with heavy ti

Logan Health Assisted Living-Chester, is hosting an open house from 11:30, to 1:30, this afternoon (Thurs.) For individuals & family members considering becoming a resident, you're invited for lunch & a tour of the Chester facility. You'll also have an opportunity to meet the new manager of Logan Health Assisted Living-Chester, Jennifer Rideout. Don't ...

This Saturday's Dutton Fun Day, & they're going to be going full tilt! The Craig Storle Annual Fun Run, kicks off the day at 8. The Dutton Civic Club's hosting breakfast at the American Legion, from 8 to 10:30. Saturday's going to be a family friendly day in Dutton, with the kids parade at 10:45, with the Main (Big) Parade stepping off at 11. Th...

Count me among those who would have incorrectly answered the question, "Does Montana have only one native rainbow trout?"

With the forecast of hot, dry weather for the next week or so, the last thing we need is a new wildfire start, but we have one. The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest reported a human-caused fire start yesterday (July 9, 2024) afternoon, two miles north of Canyon Ferry Reservoir...

The Shelby gamers will be out in the Comfort Inn Conference Room, for Shelby Tabletop Game Day, this Saturday. Get set for a FULL day of role-playing games, & fantasy card & board games from 10 A to 10 P! There'll be D & D sessions with premade characters to play at 10, 2 & 6. Don't worry ab...