Montana’s $1 Billion Rural Health Transformation: Challenges Ahead
January 23, 2026
Over 100 health policy experts gathered at Montana State University to discuss the $1 billion Rural Health Transformation Program.
Over 100 health policy experts gathered at Montana State University to discuss the $1 billion Rural Health Transformation Program.
The Helena Police Department is leaving a regional drug task force after the group’s decision to partner with U.S. Border Patrol agents. Helena Police Chief Brett Petty announced the withdrawal from the Missouri River Drug Task Force (MRDTF) during a city commission meeting. The task force had discussed deploying border
Missoula’s proposed zoning updates require marijuana dispensaries to maintain a 1,000-foot distance from each other.
Independent voters gain attention as University of Montana President Seth Bodnar eyes a U.S. Senate run without a major party.
Three Republicans sued to invalidate a Montana property tax bill, claiming it breached state constitutional procedures.
President Seth Bodnar steps down from University of Montana; expected to run for U.S. Senate against Sen. Daines.
Property insurance rates in Montana are rising amid concerns over extreme weather and regulatory challenges. A legislative study is underway.
The Montana Department of Administration revealed that 467,000 postcards featuring Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen and President Donald Trump cost $196,829 to produce and mail.
The former Hawthorne Elementary may become a community center, with a nonprofit proposing a multi-purpose space.
The U.S. Dept. of the Interior revokes American Prairie’s grazing permits, citing non-production purposes. Controversy ensues.
McDonald’s in Ronan apologized after a video showed an employee refusing service to Browning High’s wrestling team.
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Education is pausing plans to garnish wages and seize tax refunds from defaulted borrowers.
