East Helena Properties to Undergo Soil Cleanup for Lead Contamination
July 28, 2026
East Helena Cleanup Effort
EPA to excavate lead-contaminated soil from properties, continuing remediation efforts at former smelter site.
EPA to excavate lead-contaminated soil from properties, continuing remediation efforts at former smelter site.
Bozeman city and Gallatin County officials are challenging the sale of the downtown federal building announced by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). They have requested that the building’s ownership be transferred to the local government. The sale is a part of a national initiative to reduce costs and eliminate
Missoula is advancing its green power plan to reach 100% clean electricity by 2030 through a statewide green tariff.
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Madison and Gallatin counties accounted for 41% of 4,470 foreign-worker positions certified in Montana for 2025.
As you plan your summer travels or are already on the move, it’s crucial to remain financially vigilant to avoid potential travel scams. The travel sector is increasingly susceptible to fraud, with scammers eager to exploit travelers seeking deals in unfamiliar destinations. Travelers typically finalize their plans with excitement, making
A Helena jury convicted former Montana Senate President Jason Ellsworth of misdemeanor criminal official misconduct for awarding $170,000 in no-bid contracts to a company with ties to a long-time associate. This decision came after nearly four hours of jury deliberation, potentially leading to a six-month jail term for Ellsworth. The
Immigration arrests hit 1,593 daily in early July, leading to fatalities in traffic stops and President Trump ordering continued enforcement.
Former U.S. Department of Education officials criticize efforts to outsource special education and civil rights programs.
The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center in central Montana faces uncertainty as its entire full-time staff departs.
Republican senators push acting AG Todd Blanche to revisit DOJ’s stance on mailing mifepristone, citing the 1873 Comstock Act.
