(HAVRE HERALD) For years, child abuse and neglect cases in Montana courts soared. But recently, the state Department of Health and Human Services reported some good news. Child abuse and neglect cases in Montana district courts spiked by 130 percent between 2009 and 2015, an increase strongly connected to substance abuse, especially methamphetamine, according to government … [Read more...] about Montana foster care numbers steady; drug, alcohol and neglect make up most cases

(KPAX) The legendary Miss Montana airplane is once again taking to the skies. The historic World War II plane from Missoula -- which took part in the events surrounding the 75th anniversary of D-Day -- is headed to the Bahamas following the devastation of Hurricane Dorian. The Museum Of Mountain Flying has offered to donate the services of Miss Montana and her cargo … [Read more...] about Historic Miss Montana aircraft plans hurricane relief mission to Bahamas

During the summer of 2017, the Sprague Fire in Glacier National Park destroyed the historic Sperry Chalet. Now, a Montana distillery is giving thousands of dollars to help with rebuilding the iconic structure. Gabe Spencer with Whistling Andy Distillery said, "What better way for us to raise money is through something that we do well.  And we thought what screams more … [Read more...] about Distillery helping with Sperry Chalet restoration

For a good cause, Clearwater Credit Union and Imagine Nation Brewing team up today at 5 p.m. to drink A Thirst for Home Hazy IPA. The fundraiser benefits the Missoula Home Coalition, which gets 100 percent of the proceeds. Local nonprofits and individuals comprise the Missoula Home Coalition, which works to provide solutions for Missoulians struggling to find affordable … [Read more...] about Drink up tonight: Missoula Home Coalition fundraiser

(CN) The rundown cafe in the middle of modest Main Street didn’t look like a county courthouse, but Google Maps insisted, and the picture on my phone matched. But that copper dome in the distance appeared like the top of many grand old courthouses. Ignoring the insistent navigator, I continued down the street. An hour and a half east of Billings and two hours from the … [Read more...] about Courthouse drama and floods in a rural Montana town