At least 40 million people faced extreme heat warnings across central and southern parts of the United States on Sunday as high temperatures and severe humidity gripped large swaths of the country for a second straight day. Heat indexes well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit stretched from Minnesota to Mississippi and extended west into southern California … Read more
The Trump administration has finalized a regulatory change to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) that narrows the legal definition of “harm,” effectively permitting industrial activities such as logging, mining, and oil and gas drilling on critical wildlife habitats. According to administration officials, the rule change is intended to align agency enforcement with a 2024 Supreme … Read more
A young wolf recently attempted to scavenge food from a grizzly bear at a bison carcass in Yellowstone National Park, according to video footage shared by @montanawild_. The interaction highlights the significant size disparity between the two predators, as grizzly bears can weigh over 700 pounds while wolves typically remain under 100 pounds. The wolf … Read more
Dr. Vincent Munster, a lead virologist at the National Institutes of Health’s Rocky Mountain Laboratories, faces federal charges for allegedly smuggling deactivated mpox and other biological materials into the United States. According to a criminal complaint unsealed in the Eastern District of Michigan, Munster and research assistant Claude Kwe were detained by customs officials at … Read more
The Trump administration approved major disaster declaration requests for at least seven states this week, according to information released Saturday by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The declarations allow affected communities to access federal support. Approximately 15 additional requests from states and tribes remain pending, along with three appeals of previous denials. Alaska, Idaho, Montana, … Read more
Beyond the Desk: How Chair Exercises Are Reshaping Home Fitness Chairs, traditionally associated with sedentary activities like work and relaxation, are experiencing a surprising renaissance as versatile fitness tools. Forget the image of simply plopping down after a long day; chairs are now being strategically incorporated into core workouts, offering accessibility and effectiveness for a … Read more
The Montana Exodus: When Hollywood Meets Tiny-Town Resistance Luke Grimes, star of “Yellowstone” and its spin-off “Marshals,” is experiencing a reality check as he embraces life in Montana. His story, highlighted in a recent conversation with Joe Rogan, reveals a growing tension between newcomers drawn to the state’s beauty – often fueled by shows like … Read more
Beyond Boxing: The Expanding World of Neuro-Physical Therapies for Parkinson’s Dan Merry’s story, a Billings, Montana man reclaiming his life through Rock Steady Boxing, isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a powerful illustration of a growing trend: the integration of specialized physical therapies into Parkinson’s Disease (PD) treatment plans. For years, medication has been the cornerstone … Read more
Montana State’s Championship: A Harbinger of FCS Football’s Future? The Montana State Bobcats’ nail-biting 35-34 overtime victory over Illinois State wasn’t just a celebration of their first national championship since 1984. It was a microcosm of the evolving landscape of Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) football – a league increasingly defined by parity, dramatic finishes, and … Read more
Montana’s Deer, Elk, and Moose Face a Growing Threat: Understanding Chronic Wasting Disease Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) recently concluded its most extensive chronic wasting disease (CWD) monitoring season yet, a testament to the growing concern – and hunter participation – surrounding this devastating wildlife illness. The record 8,372 samples processed this year signal … Read more