Michelle

Have you ever wanted to own a cool business in a stunning part of Montana? How about buying a lodge/bar/restaurant/event venue that's 'on the way' to everything cool? There's a popular roadside lodge for sale that is surrounding by the Lewis and Clark National Forest - and it's awesome.

If you're looking for the best towns in America to have fun as a young person, a Montana town is going to be at the top of that list. Montana offers several very decent 'fun towns for young people" with so many outdoor activities available.

Montana has some of the best small town bars in America. Our rural bar/restaurants make national 'best of' lists all the time. Montana locals have their own favorites and one is particular is about as authentic as you can get, but has great menu items at very decent prices.

Montana is the Treasure State, so of course rock hounding is a popular pastime. Montana's history is based on the discovery of gold, gems, and other minerals - today there are so many resources and groups for those who love rocks, gems, and geology.

Moving to Montana sounds like such a good idea, but it's a very challenging new home for most people. Locals are exhausted from breakneck growth, and it's not the same place that is portrayed on TV. 'Fitting in' in Montana takes patience and situational awareness.

Every state has chores to do before winter, but in Montana - some of those tasks are so important that they could save your life. Preparing yourself, your home, your pets, and your vehicle can add up to a long list.

I find it odd that Montana isn't known more for its dairy products. This state is home to some of the finest cheeses that money can buy. Clean air, healthy cows, and talented artisans make Montana cheese something worth exploring.

Once dubbed "The Richest Hill On Earth", Butte, Montana is primed for a business renaissance. A brand new chapter of economic prosperity. We asked Montanans for suggestions about what industry might be the catalyst to Butte's rebirth.

Montana is obviously a big place, so it takes a lot of resources to cover such a vast territory. There are over 280 fire departments across the state, with the vast majority (80%+) being completely volunteer. No matter if they're career or volunteer, one of the most loved assets of fire departments? The fire stations themselves.

Tuesday and Wednesday will be bringing another round of much needed mountain snow to southwest Montana, with over a foot of fresh snow possible. Many other portions of Montana are also expecting many inches by Wednesday night.