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Hayman to lead Montana VA Health Care System

By Jonathan Ambarian/MTN NewsApril 20, 2019

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TacUVUSzrMo&feature=youtu.be (KPAX) The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has named a new director for the Montana VA Health Care System. Leaders say Judy Hayman will start as the director within the next 45 to 60 days. She will oversee more than 1,200 staff members at veterans’ health sites around Montana, including the Fort Harrison … [Read more...] about Hayman to lead Montana VA Health Care System

Harmon’s Histories: Bicycle from Missoula to Hamilton? You should’ve tried it 120 years ago

By Jim Harmon April 20, 2019

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Bicycling is a big deal in Missoula. The city boasts, “With over 22 miles of off-street trails and 40 miles of on-street bike lanes, Missoula is a great place to ride ... (and) the League of American Bicyclists has designated the city a Gold level Bicycle Friendly Community.” There are certainly outspoken fiscal detractors, but with the addition of the Reserve Street … [Read more...] about Harmon’s Histories: Bicycle from Missoula to Hamilton? You should’ve tried it 120 years ago

Earth Day 2019: Need for Clark Fork River guardians never wanes

By Laura LundquistApril 19, 2019

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Locals have learned to treasure the Clark Fork River, but appreciation doesn’t always translate into action. So even after years of river advocacy, Clark Fork Coalition members know their jobs have just begun. Not so long ago, no one swam in the Clark Fork, fearing contaminated water. Now, not even winter can deter wet-suited surfers from braving Brennan’s Wave, and summer … [Read more...] about Earth Day 2019: Need for Clark Fork River guardians never wanes

Earth Day 2019: Missoula Urban Demonstration seeks new, wider mission

By Mari Hall April 19, 2019

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The Missoula Urban Demonstration Project plans to build a new facility on its Wyoming Street acreage to create a better area for environmental sustainability education and workshop space. MUD executive director Filip Panusz said a new facility is needed to expand the group's services to everyone in Missoula. Started in 1981, the organization hosts do-it-yourself, or DIY, … [Read more...] about Earth Day 2019: Missoula Urban Demonstration seeks new, wider mission

Hellgate Venture Network celebrates 10 years of successful start-ups

By Mari Hall April 19, 2019

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The Hellgate Venture Network celebrated its 10th anniversary on Thursday, acknowledging a now-substantial history of monthly meetings and networking events for hundreds of Montana start-ups. The organization connects Montana businesses to resources or other local companies that can help with background logistics like finance, hiring and site selection. “Entrepreneurs have … [Read more...] about Hellgate Venture Network celebrates 10 years of successful start-ups