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Editor W.J. McCormick “made a trip up the Bitter Root Valley and spent nine days very pleasantly among the thrifty agriculturalists of that locality which embraces within its borders the most substantial and prosperous farmers in the territory.”

In 2021, the park launched a pilot vehicle reservation program in an attempt to break up midday traffic through the national park.

Hello, history fans! As I mentioned last week, I’ve taken some time off recently to recover from a major surgery. I’ll be back at the old keyboard next week. But for now, I’m sharing some of my favorite stories from the past 10 years.

Jim Harmon writes, "Hello, history fans! I’ve taken some time off recently to recover from a major surgery. I won’t bore you with any details."

Melody Irine writes, "Snowless Decembers, Januaries, and Februaries seem to be the new norm. Not only does it limit my ability to do the things I love, but it also acts as a constant reminder of our changing climate."

When the genesis of “Can’t Drink Salt Water” came to playwright Kendra Mylnechuk Potter, the heady subject matter and intense responsibility of representing it made her hesitant to bring it into the world

The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.

These closures are critical to protecting wildlife during a time when animals are most vulnerable and to prevent a wild elk herd from becoming habituated to humans.

(KPAX) Malone is bringing his stadium tour with Jelly Roll to Washington Grizzly Stadium in Missoula on July 21, 2026, with Carter Faith. The BIG ASS Tour Part 2 will hit stadiums and festivals across North America this summer, continuing the momentum from their highly successful partnership that drew over one million fans and grossed more than $170 million...

One pilot described the first operational use on Jan. 8 as “impressive,” and an immediate increase in helicopter support capabilities for the Malmstrom airmen.