In his continued push to Montana communities have access to reliable, affordable high-speed internet connectivity, U.S. Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont, has secured $119.9 million through the American Rescue Plan Act to build out high-speed internet to 61,000 locations across the state. This funding comes from ARPA’s Capital Projects Fund, which prioritizes building out internet infrastructure in areas

It’s super soggy in Billings, and most of the state is covered by a flood watch, according to the National Weather Service. Last weekend in just 24 hours, Billings saw nearly six inches of rainfall, said Cory Mottice, warning coordinator with the National Weather Service in Billings. Typically, he said, the total for the month hits just a couple of inches. “We’ve certainly blown

Last week, Congressman Matt Rosendale (MT-02) and Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) issued a joint statement after introducing the Industrial Hemp Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. “Industrial hemp is a staple commodity crop for many Montana farmers,” said Rep Rosendale. “Unfortunately, burdensome regulations are preventing hardworking farmers from taking full advantage of