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
Fire Prevention Week [AUDIO]
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Fire Prevention Week is October 9th through the 15th . Spokeswoman for the National Fire Protection Association, Judy Comoletti says their campaign is all about keeping you, your family, and your community safe from fire
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“Jobs Not Cuts” Rally [AUDIO]
Many solidarity marches and demonstrations are taking place across the state and the country protesting against corporate profits. There will be a general assembly with Occupy Missoula tomorrow (10-8-11) and a “jobs not cuts” march coming up this Wednesday...
Montana Clean Indoor Air Act = Success [AUDIO]
The Montana clean indoor air act has been in effect for two years now. Senior community health specialist at the Missoula City-County Health Department, Erica Rollins says the Montana smoke free law continues to be success among Missoula workplaces and businesses...
Fire Danger Moved To Moderate [AUDIO]
Recent heavy rainfall and reduced temperatures have granted a relief for wild land firefighters in Missoula County. Fire Prevention Coordinator, Cindy Super says the weather has prompted fire officials with the Missoula County Fire Protection Association to move the fire danger to “Moderate” (My interview with Fire Prevention Coordinator, Cindy Super is attached below) Open burning in permitted
“Don’t Cut Medicaid”
A report released jointly by the American Cancer Society cancer action network, the American Diabetes Association, the american lung association, and the health care consumer group Families USA details the number of montanans who depend on medicaid for treatment...
“Rack and Roll” Rollergirl bout [AUDIO]
The Rack N' Roll Breast Cancer Awareness Roller Derby Bout is coming up tomorrow (10-7-11). This night of fun, fundraising and awareness is Presented by Community Medical Center and the Hellgate Rollergirls.
Occupy Missoula Students Stage Walk-Out At UM [AUDIO]
At the time of writing this article, some, if not many students may consider ditching their books and teachers at noon to show support against "unforgivable student debt and soaring tuition prices".
Also in an effort to raise awareness for the current "Occupy Wall Street" stand-off, the mission has now found it's way onto the University of Montana Campus. According to the Faceb
Lolo 8th Grade Cow-A-Bunga Fundraiser
Help send a group of Lolo 8th graders to Washington D.C., don't miss the Cow-A-Bunga fundraiser October 8th from 11A - 3P at Travelers Rest Country Store - located at 10565 Hwy 12 in Lolo. Purchase a spot on the field, if the cow drops his 'duty' on your land you win half of the total pot...
Valley Christian’s German Fest
Mark your calendars for a fun-filled evening of German activities with
"German Fest"! This family event is put on by the Valley Christian
School's German language students and all proceeds will go to supporttheir Germany missions trip in June 2012. The event on Friday October 14th includes live music, silent auction, kids games, German food, dancing prizes and
more!
Breast Cancer Awareness Month [AUDIO]
For more than 20 years, the observation of National Breast Cancer Awareness month each October has provided a time to raise awareness about breast cancer. Dr. Patrick Maguire says next to non melanoma skin cancer breast cancer is the most common cancer in women...