I host Montana's leading statewide radio talk show "Montana Talks." I first got my start in Montana politics and broadcasting while working in the US Senate as a student at Howard University over 20 years ago. Shortly after the 9-11 terror attacks, I moved back to Montana and joined the military- eventually serving on deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, the Horn of Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. I continue to serve as a Lt. Colonel in the US Army Reserve. My first job in the news business was stuffing newspapers for my grandparents at the Glasgow Courier as a little kid. From a stint in TV at Q2 News, to working in politics, and hosting a statewide radio talk show for over a decade- it’s an honor to make sure Montanans have an opportunity to be heard. Previous political stints include serving as a legislative aide to Senator Conrad Burns, communications director for now-governor Greg Gianforte’s 2016 campaign, and as state director for Congressman Ryan Zinke.
Aaron Flint
Explosion Over Billings, Montana? Governor’s Response on Fox
A video was posted on Twitter around 5 p.m. Mountain Time purporting to show an "explosion in the sky" over Billings, Montana. The Twitter user reported hearing a jet before the explosion.
The Story Behind the China Spy Balloon Over Billings Montana
Larry Mayer is not only an incredible photographer who captured the above photo of the Chinese spy balloon over Billings, Montana- he's also a pilot who has great connections and insight when it comes to aviation in Montana.
Legendary Montana Distillery Featured in Coffee or Die Magazine
When they say "Montana is for badasses" this is one more reason why: Willie Blazer. An Army Ranger, a Green Beret, and an all around great guy who started Willie's Distillery in Ennis, Montana.
“Cycling Grandma” Supporting Special Ops Families on Montana’s Hi Line
If you're travelling the Hi Line along Montana's Highway 2 in the days ahead, make sure you give a honk and a wave to "the cycling grandmother" who is raising money to support the kids of fallen Special Operations service members.
Photos, Latest News from Elmo Fire Near Flathead Lake
The latest reports I'm seeing as of Sunday night are that the Elmo 2 Fire burning near Flathead Lake continues to grow. This as a Type II team has now been brought in to assist. Here's photos, video, and a first-hand report.
Daines, Gianforte Pledge Resources for Montana Flood Victims
By the way, the above photo was shared with us by a proud Montana Army National Guard mom from the Bozeman area. Andrea says her son was in the Blackhawk helicopter helping to rescue stranded flood victims in the Red Lodge area.
Dramatic Flood Footage: Yellowstone, Natural Bridge, House Rock & More
Could it be described as flooding of Biblical proportions? I don't know if you can go that far, but check out this video from flooding in Yellowstone National Park, to Natural Bridge, flooding down the streets of Red Lodge, House Rock being nearly overtaken on the Gallatin River, and a riverfront home on the brink of being washed down the river in Gardiner, Montana.
Flooding Monday, Near Triple Digits By Friday in Montana
Massive flooding on Monday, and triple digit temperatures by Friday. That is Montana weather for you. And, just a reminder: it is not even officially Summer yet. Here's a regional look from the National Weather Service.
How This Montana 3-Year-Old Survived a Weekend Alone in the Woods
I'm sure we all had the same question, how did this little boy survive a cold, rainy weekend in the mountains all alone? I was able to catch up with Lincoln County Sheriff Darrin Short for the story.
UPDATE: Sheriff Confirms Missing Toddler’s Age in Northwest Montana
Sheriff's deputies reported that 4 year old Ryker Webb "was in good spirits and apparently healthy, although hungry, thirsty, and cold" when they located him on Sunday.