Montana State University will select educators and organizations in five rural Montana communities to host a fully sponsored Geospatial Skills Camp for high school students in June 2026. The camp is being made possible thanks to a $430,000, three-year grant awarded to MSU’s Science Math Resource Center from the Air Force Office of Scientific Research. The camps that take place in June 2026

The snows of winter are here, and began Monday morning, Nov 24. It snowed all day with 3-5 inches on the ground by night. The moisture is much appreciated for the fields to be covered. Because it began with rain, the highways, especially the 250 north are slippery and treacherous, especially today. The storm forecast for Thanksgiving afternoon, thankfully waited until morning, and it’s been snowing

The Fort Peck Tribal Executive Board held its regular meeting Nov. 24. The Credit Committee’s request was approved for the Finance Committee to open $250,000 CD’s as needed with Independence Bank. Donations were approved for the following categories: Community Organizations, $20,000; Sundance, $7,000; Churches, $15,000; Community Activities, $3,000; Tribal Elves, $5,000; Poplar Wild

With snow falling in many of Montana’s valleys and winter sports enthusiasts looking to get outside, the state’s Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks has some ice fishing pointers and safety tips. Many of the state’s fishing spots are open in the winter, though specific regulations on what can be taken when, what bait can be used and which places have seasonal closures is always something