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Montana doctors speak out against born-alive ballot measure, LR-131
More than 700 Montana healthcare providers have signed a letter voicing opposition to a ballot measure in front of Montana voters this November, saying it could do more harm than good.
Montana newspapers sold to Minnesota company
The Adams Publishing Group based in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, will purchase Yellowstone Newspapers, which started with the Miles City Star in 1957, the two companies announced jointly Monday.
Montana lawmakers set to consider state employee pay plan
Gov. Greg Gianforte and public employee unions announced an agreement on a new pay plan for state workers last week. However, it will still need to win approval from the Montana Legislature during the upcoming 2023 session.
Houston company announces purchase of ExxonMobil refinery in Lockwood
A Houston-based company announced Thursday it has purchased the ExxonMobil refinery in Lockwood.
Voters consider measure to add electronic data privacy to Montana Constitution
C-48 would specifically add “electronic data and communications” in a list of items protected from unreasonable search and seizure. Supporters say that could include emails, chat messages and much more.
Gianforte, unions reach deal on new pay plan for MT state employees
The deal negotiated with the Montana Federation of Public Employees and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees includes wage increases, health benefit cost freezes, one-time payments, and other far-reaching contractual changes, according to news release from both sides.
Final fundraising numbers show spending heating up in Montana congressional races
While both campaigns are heating up, much of the money is still focused on the western side of the state.
Historic white bison Big Medicine to be returned to Flathead Indian Reservation
The Montana Historical Society and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes have reached an agreement to return Big Medicine, a white bison born at the National Bison Range in 1933, to the Flathead Indian Reservation.
Weather Forecast: Valley rain and mountain snow starts Friday
This weekend will see mountain snow and valley rain/snow across western Montana. While not much snow is expected in the valleys, a light dusting to perhaps an inch will be possible waking up Sunday morning.
Family-owned Bob Ward & Sons acquired by Utah company
Al’s Sporting Goods, a full-line specialty sporting goods retailer, announced today the acquisition of Bob Ward & Sons.