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City College memorial features steel recovered from the World Trade Center and will host a public remembrance Friday morning A public ceremony Friday morning at City College in Billings will mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks and honor the victims, first responders and military members whose service followed that day.  The […]

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More Than the Unofficial End of Summer Have you ever wondered why we celebrate Labor Day? Today, the holiday often means one last summer trip, a backyard cookout or a long weekend. Rich Aarstad, a retired state archivist for the Montana Historical Society and now a practicing public historian, said the original celebration carried a […]

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Montana Governor Greg Gianforte discussed a wide range of issues during an interview with the Northern News Network, including efforts to protect children from harmful online content, workforce development in tribal communities, Montana’s future energy needs and proposed changes to occupational licensing. The governor also encouraged Montanans to nominate veterans for statewide recognition and highlighted […]

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Kyle Haustveit discusses WAPA’s role, Montana coal, data centers and the infrastructure needed to deliver reliable power across the West   LAKEWOOD, Colo. — Growing electricity demand is increasing pressure on the nation’s power grid, and U.S. Department of Energy Under Secretary Kyle Haustveit says expanding energy production must be matched by the infrastructure needed […]

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September Brings a Reminder to Be Bear Aware September is Bear Aware Month in Montana, and Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is encouraging residents, hunters and recreationists to take advantage of online tools designed to help them better understand bears and bear management across the state. Greg Lemon, administrator of FWP’s Communication and Education Division, […]

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Billings roundtable examines screen time, student well-being and potential legislative action BILLINGS, Mont. — State and local education leaders joined a Skyview High School student and a parent Wednesday for a roundtable discussion about how social media, cellphones and prolonged screen time affect young people emotionally and academically. Gov. Greg Gianforte hosted the discussion at […]

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Zero to Five Montana Executive Director Caitlin Jensen discusses provider grants, finding care, family input and navigating a new school year   HELENA, Mont. — The beginning of a new school year brings excitement for many Montana families, but it can also renew concerns about finding dependable child care, arranging before- and after-school programs and […]

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention CEO Robert Gebbia says recognizing changes in behavior and starting a conversation can help save a life. September brings renewed attention to people affected by a devastating public-health crisis. September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time devoted to raising awareness, reducing stigma and connecting people with potentially lifesaving resources. American […]

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