I just graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in broadcast journalism, in May. I am now a full time employee for KGVO and am excited for what the new year will bring.
Shande Wiest
A Reward For Being Safe At Work [AUDIO]
If your company has a policy with Montana State Fund you could be rewarded for being safe at work...
The Montana State Fund board of directors authorized a $6 million dividend, which will be paid to about 21,000 qualifying policyholders.
Raffle For Student Built Home [AUDIO]
A $300,000 student-built custom home in Missoula could be yours for the price of a $100 raffle ticket. Just 4,000 tickets are available for the drawing to be held in fall of 2012.
Tester Says “Don’t Leave Montanans Out In The Cold”
Winter has arrived in Montana and Senator Jon Tester is pushing the Senate not to turn its back on montana’s families and seniors, leaving them out in the cold. Tester is part of a bipartisan group of lawmakers urging senate leaders to make sure that low-income families and seniors receive heating assistance as they struggle with energy prices.
Montana Withdraws From Western Climate Initiative [AUDIO]
The Western Climate Initiative is a collaboration of independent jurisdictions working together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, caused by global warming, at a regional level. New Mexico, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Montana and Utah are no longer participating in the initiative...
Winter Driving Tips [AUDIO]
Montana winters can bring harsh with ever-changing weather conditions. Driving hazards such as limited visibility, black ice, and snow removal equipment may be encountered on winter roads.
‘Supercommittee’ Fails To Meet Deadline
Today (11-21-11), the Co-Chairs of the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction, Representative Jeb Hensarling and Senator Patty Murray announced that it will not be possible to make any bipartisan agreement available to the public before the committee’s deadline.
Hunting Harvest Update [AUDIO]
One week remains for big game rifle season, and so far hunter harvest totals for deer are about 25 percent behind this point in the 2010 season in West-Central Montana, while elk harvest is only slightly down.
Public Comment Open For Old Faithful Area [AUDIO]
Yellowstone National Park is looking for ways to restore visitor lodging in the Old Faithfull area, while accommodating permanent and seasonal lodging for park employees.
A Truckload Of Chicken
Tyson Foods has donated a truckload of chicken to the Montana Food Bank Network. The 30,000 pounds of chicken will arrive in Missoula November 22 and distribution will cover the state.
Christmas Tree Permits Available [AUDIO]
Christmas tree permits are available for purchase at all local ranger district offices of the Gallatin and Custer National Forests.