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Free Bike Helmet Giveaway at Missoula's Lids For Kid's Event

For years now both Karl Tyler Chevrolet and Cadillac and Karl Tyler Volkswagen has been teaming up with the Brain Injury Alliance of Montana to giveaway free bicycle helmets, and this year is no...

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Another Free Kids Helmet Giveaway in Missoula This Weekend

This Saturday there will be another event this time it's taking place at Karl Tyler's Missoula Volkswagen Continue reading…

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Montana Highway System Ranks High in Cost-Effectiveness Study

A study by the Reason Foundation claims Montana has one of the best-performing, most cost-effective highway systems in the country. Continue reading…

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Floods Spoil Start of Fishing Season around Western Montana

Saturday, May 19 marks the official opening of Montana’s fishing season, but early flooding is making a mess for anglers around the area Continue reading…

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Missoula Teen Driver Safety Week Focuses on Risk and Prevention

Car crashes are still the leading cause of teen death in the United States. Continue reading…

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City Councilor Says 5th & 6th Street Change Was Not About Bikes

City of Missoula crews recently worked on a safety striping project on South Fifth Street West and South Sixth Street West between Higgins Avenue and Russell Street. Continue reading…

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Halloween Safety Tips for Children and Adults

Halloween has become one of the most popular days of the year, first with children who get to dress up in costumes and go trick-or-treating, but also with adults who enjoy their own kinds of...

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DNRC Prepares for Wildfire Season Amid the COVID-19 Crisis

Many of us have been surrounded by a time of uncertainty the past few months, but the goal is still the same for the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation. Continue reading…

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2020 Missoula Marathon Cancelled Due to COVID-19 Concerns

This would have been 14th Missoula Marathon and it has never been cancelled before. Continue reading…

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MCPS Superintendent Discusses Graduation Ceremonies

Missoula County Public Schools will remain closed for the rest of the academic year due to health and safety concerns related to COVID-19. Continue reading…

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Missoula Tuesday Evening Market Begins, But With Restrictions

The Missoula Farmers’ Market has been a staple in our community since 1972 and it is now available every Tuesday night. Continue reading…

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FWP Urges Caution for Floaters and Campers to Stay Safe

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is asking people who float the rivers and camp in the woods around western Montana to use caution to flat and camp keeping safety in mind. Continue reading…

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Cell Service Improves in Western Montana

It’s hard to believe that just a few short years ago, I was totally anti-cellphone. In fact, my parents basically forced me to carry one when I was in high school so they could check up on me whenever...

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Montana House Fires

For the second time this month, I was scrambling to get out of my third story apartment in a panic. Both my neighbors and myself are dealing with an electrical malfunction (which seems unlikely, given...

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Should Your Dog Wear a Yellow Ribbon?

In past years yellow ribbons were used to commemorate soldiers away at war and could be seen on almost every street. They were tied to trees, fences, mailboxes and even cars. However, today that yellow...

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Montana Roads – Take the Long Way Home

Montana ranks in the top ten for overall highway performance and "cost effectiveness" in a report from the Reason Foundation. The study found the state in 9th place in that general...

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Halloween Safety Tips and Special Events [YouTube]

Halloween is on a Friday this year, which is good news and bad news. Good news that trick-or-treaters can sleep in on Saturday, but bad news for law enforcement, as they attempt to keep adult party...

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State Senator Dick Barrett Looks to Increase Fine for Not Wearing a Seat Belt

Would you think twice about wearing your seatbelt if the penalty for not wearing one rose from a fine of 20 dollars to 100? Continue reading…

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Bomb Sniffing Dogs Join University of Montana Campus

Two military veterans have joined the University of Montana campus police department — but they're not the type of vets you might think of at first. Continue reading…

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UM Survey Looks at Montanans Love - Hate Relationship With Bicycling [YouTube]

Forty-six percent of Montana adults 18 and older bicycled in the past 12 months, according to a recent study conducted by the Institute for Tourism and Recreation Research at the University of Montana....

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Lids For Kids, Free Bike Helmet Giveaway!

There is no purchase necessary, this is all about keeping kids safe. Continue reading…

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‘Operation Mouthguard’ Next Week in Missoula!

The best part is that it's free for everyone! Continue reading…

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Missoula Schools Open Monday, Drivers Need To Take Extra Precautions

Monday, August 29th is the first day of school in Missoula and that means drivers need to take extra precautions when driving near schools and buses. Continue reading…

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Don’t Get Burned By Fireworks This Year

A refresher on how to handle fireworks safely. Don't get burned! Continue reading…

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Tips keeping your pets calm and safe around fireworks

Keep your pets safe around fireworks this year! Continue reading…

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Yellowstone: Probably No Foul Play in Found-Foot Thermal Pool Incident

"Currently, the park believes there was no foul play." Continue reading…

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Revealing Truth About Tongues And Cold Poles In Montana

Alright, let's be honest here, have you ever stuck your tongue to a frozen pole? Continue reading…

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How To Avoid A Dead Phone Battery In Extreme Cold

The cold temperatures in Montana can wreak havoc on cell phones. Check out these tips to help avoid a dead battery. Continue reading…

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