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Montana Ranked 7th for State Best Locally Produced Foods
The State of Montana was recently ranked the 7th best state, in the country, for the availability of locally produced foods.
Obama Administration Raises Medicaid Expansion Concerns
The Obama administration says they have concerns about provisions in Montana's new law to expand Medicaid, but they are willing to work with the state to overcome them.
Montana House Representatives Pass 80 MPH Highway Speed Limits
Montana representatives have endorsed a proposal to increase interstate highway speed limits from 75 to 80 mph.
Anti-Bullying Bill Passes in State Legislature
The Montana Legislature has passed a bill to join every other state in outlawing bullying.
Bonner Superintendent Placed on Paid Administrative Leave
NBC Montana confirmed Friday that the superintendent of the Bonner School District, east of Missoula, has been placed on leave after he was charged with partner family member assault.
New Punishments for DUI Offenders?
Lawmakers are considering changes to Montana's DUI laws, including doubling fines and giving offenders driving permits.
Missoula Rugby Tournament Raises Awareness for Suicide
On Saturday, 18 rugby teams from across the state gathered at the Washington-Grizzly stadium for a tournament to raise awareness for those at risk of suicide.
Hackers Break Into Western Montana Clinic Credit Card Info From Patients
Officials with Western Montana Clinic announced hackers accessed credit card information of nearly 7,000 patients last month.
Supreme Court Orders Missoula Schools to Release Valerie Stamey’s Discipline Records
The Montana Supreme Court ruled this week that Missoula County Public Schools mustrelease some employment records about the former Ravalli County Treasurer.
Legislatures Moves to Prohibit Electronic Indecent Exposure
The Legislature has passed a measure to update Montana's indecent exposure law and to include electronic transmission of images.