Scoreboard: Montana High School Rodeo Association state finals cowhorse, cutting, shooting results

Montana High School Rodeo Association state finals 1st Go: 1. Jacob Heggie, Choteau, 281.5; 2. Mesa Radue, Belgrade, 272; 3. Jocie Roen, Musselshell, 270.5; 4. JR Branger, Chinook, 269.5; 5. Ali Erickson, Hobson, 265.5; 6. Sophia Wyatt, Dillon, 250; 7. …

Miley Cyrus fans 'heartbroken' after Hannah Montana star shares ban imposed by Disney

Miley Cyrus was no longer allowed to have the best of both worlds when she left Disney. The former teen idol shared that she was prohibited from performing Hannah Montana songs upon her departure from the children’s network. Miley portrayed the title role …

Montana organic farmers see a green future

 Nate, thanks so much for taking some time with us today. Organic farming. Numerous farmers who were asked about it, told the AP that they've stayed away from the certification because it's costly, and not enough to combat climate change. It …

Montana ranks among least hospitable states for LGBTQ+ business

New York-based advocacy group Out Leadership in June scored Montana at number 9 among the least friendly state environments for LGBTQ+ people based on criteria like employee protections, youth support and nondiscrimination laws. “I think we’ve seen a …

Montana State T&F closing the gap against Northern Arizona

Beyond the pavement: Billings ag tour highlights Montana’s rural backbone

BILLINGS — Though Yellowstone County spans more than 1.6 million acres, and 95% is classified as farmland, much of that reality remains hidden beneath the spread of Billings’ buildings and neighborhoods. Watch the highlights of ag tour in the video below: …

Montana's AMBER Alert System: What You Need to Know

BILLINGS, Mont. - The Amber Alert system in Montana plays a vital role in child abduction cases, providing crucial assistance in life-threatening situations. This system is not meant for runaways, missing children, or custody disputes. Brian Frost, the …

Montana marijuana industry shares concerns over testing

HELENA — Business owners in Montana’s legal marijuana industry say they’re facing challenges – as there’s currently only one lab in the state performing the tests they need before selling their products. “The fear is what happens if the one lab that is up …

Miley Cyrus fans outraged after Hannah Montana star reveals shocking ban imposed by Disney

Miley Cyrus has revealed that she was barred from performing Hannah Montana songs after leaving Disney.  In a candid interview on the Every Single Album podcast, the 32-year-old pop icon confirmed a long-suspected fan theory that she was prohibited from …

Questions and answers about Montana’s new second-home tax 

Montana Free Press answers reader questions about landmark legislation aimed at lowering homeowner property taxes.  By Eric Dietrich MONTANA FREE PRESS  In an effort to lower property tax bills for homeowners and landlords who provide long-term rental …