Edward F. O'Brien

The open enrollment period for Medicare starts Oct. 15. People can change both their medical and drug coverage until Dec. 7.

Montana weather forecasters are increasingly confident this winter could be cooler and wetter than recent years.

Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has released proposed regulations for the 2024-2025 wolf trapping season. West central Montana hunters enjoyed a robust start to the big game general hunting season this weekend.

The head of Montana’s department of criminal investigation is retiring after 43 years in law enforcement. Montana gas prices are at their lowest in more than a year. Big game harvest numbers remain strong.

The Montana Food Bank Network, already facing through-the-roof demand for its services, is now seeing more need for holiday food assistance.

Flathead electric receives $3 million for wildfire mitigation. Montana's outdoor rec industry bolsters state economy and boosts job market. Gov. Gianforte appoints a new director of FWP.

Montana Public Radio | By Edward F. O'Brien Montana’s snowpack typically starts building in early to mid-October.

Montana Public Radio | By Edward F. O'Brien, John Hooks Published December 11, 2024 at 5:52 PM MST Facebook Twitter Flipboard LinkedIn Email

Montana Public Radio | By Edward F. O'Brien Snow Depth. Percent NRCS 1991-2020 Median at the end of December 2024.

Gender identity and anti-trans legislation are a repeat focus this session. Lawmakers begin work on property tax changes. The governor is quiet about Medicaid expansion. Sen. Sheehy wants to know how many pushups the Secretary of Defense nominee can do.