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ServeMontana Awards now open for nominations

News from the Governor’s Office of Community Service HELENA — The Governor’s Office of Community Service (GOCS) has announced it is accepting nominations for the annual ServeMontana Awards. In partnership with Montana’s Credit Unions, these awards recognize Montana citizens who embody a strong commitment to others through community volunteerism, exhibit leadership through serving, and impact change outside of paid employment. The public is encouraged to nominate individuals and service groups of all ages and backgrounds across Montana. All service must be performed in Montana and by Montanans. Nominations are due March 31st, 2025. “The Governor&rsquo...


NY Times bestselling author to visit FVCC

News from FVCC KALISPELL — The Wachholz College Center is thrilled to host speaker Dr. Abraham Verghese on May 5, 2025. Verghese was Vice Chair for the Theory and Practice of Medicine at Stanford University for 15 years as well as a NY Times Bestselling author. He is a prominent voice in medicine ...


Mission Valley Children’s Choir to resume

News from MVCC RONAN — The Mission Valley Children’s Choir will resume on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Rehearsals will be held at the Faith Lutheran Church, 406 5th Ave. SW, every Tuesday from 4 to 5:15 p.m.  There will be treats for the children before each rehearsal. The choir is directed by ...


Medicaid expansion bills spur hours of testimony in first hearings Medicaid expansion bills spur hours of testimony in first hearings

Lawmakers in both chambers considered contrasting measures for the future of the low-income health care program, set to expire if they don’t take action.   by Mara Silvers and Zeke Lloyd Two Montana lawmakers, one Republican and one Democratic, advocated Wednesday for their strategies to ...


Montana court upholds constitutional Right to Know

News from Upper Seven Law GREAT FALLS — Today, the Montana District Court in Great Falls ordered the Legislative Services Division to return to its long-held practice of producing legislative documents related to the drafting of a bill to members of the public under the Montana Constitution’...


Salish Kootenai College announces interim president appointment Salish Kootenai College announces interim president appointment

News from Salish Kootenai College PABLO — The Salish Kootenai College (SKC) Board of Directors announces the resignation of Interim President Dr. Michael Munson, effective Jan. 13, 2025. Dr. Munson has accepted a new position at Washington State University as the Associate Vice Provost of Tribal R...


‘Love at First Site’ Baby Fair planned for Feb. 1

News from CSKT Early Childhood Services PABLO - CSKT’s “Love at First Site” Baby Fair will take place on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. in the Salish Kootenai College Gym. If you are a new parent, an expecting parent, families with children 0-5 years old, a community member, pl...


Enjoy dancing, wine, more at Masumola Club

News from Mac Swan POLSON  - We had so much fun last year, this is a reprise event. See the food and wine distribution lists below. If you have yet to RSVP, please do so now: macswan44@gmail.com We are doing away with curfews so put on your dancing shoes. Social Hour begins at 5:45 p.m. at the M...


MT Historical Society offers free Capitol tours MT Historical Society offers free Capitol tours

News from Montana Historical Society HELENA - While everyone is welcome to explore the Capitol and observe the legislature on their own, Bramble explains that that MTHS tour guides provide insight on the history, art and architecture of the building, while offering an introduction to the political proce...


Governor announces leadership change at MDA Governor announces leadership change at MDA

News from the office of Governor Gianforte HELENA - Governor Greg Gianforte today announced the appointment of Jillien Streit as Director of the Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA). “Jillien Streit comes to this role with a strong background in agriculture and business, ready to advocate fo...


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