#montana
#montana

MT Anti-Trans Bill Would Lay Groundwork for Dangerous Legal Precedent If Passed

Montana's latest anti-trans bill aims to criminalize gender-affirming care for youth under 16, raising concerns about government intervention in healthcare.

fromWashington Post

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

US news

With GOP help, Montana lawmakers vote down transgender bathroom rule

Montana lawmakers, including Republicans, blocked a measure that would restrict transgender lawmakers from using bathrooms aligning with their gender identity.

LGBT

Trans people could be sued for using the bathroom under proposed Montana bill

Montana is poised to introduce an anti-trans bill that strictly regulates access to public facilities based on biological sex.

fromAdvocate.com

LGBT

Montana Republican's bill would charge parents of trans kids with child abuse

Montana's SB 164 criminalizes gender-affirming care for trans youth, highlighting ongoing political tensions surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in the state.

US news

Buckle Up': In Montana, Republican Lawmakers Target the Judiciary

Montana lawmakers are intensifying efforts to reshape the judiciary in response to multiple court rulings that block their legislative agenda.

Environment

fromArs Technica

1 day ago

Montana's Republican legislators fight back after successful youth climate lawsuit

Republican lawmakers in Montana are pushing bills to weaken environmental protections following a court ruling in favor of youth climate plaintiffs.

LGBT

fromTruthout

MT Anti-Trans Bill Would Lay Groundwork for Dangerous Legal Precedent If Passed

Montana's latest anti-trans bill aims to criminalize gender-affirming care for youth under 16, raising concerns about government intervention in healthcare.

fromWashington Post

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

US news

With GOP help, Montana lawmakers vote down transgender bathroom rule

Montana lawmakers, including Republicans, blocked a measure that would restrict transgender lawmakers from using bathrooms aligning with their gender identity.

LGBT

Trans people could be sued for using the bathroom under proposed Montana bill

Montana is poised to introduce an anti-trans bill that strictly regulates access to public facilities based on biological sex.

fromAdvocate.com

LGBT

Montana Republican's bill would charge parents of trans kids with child abuse

Montana's SB 164 criminalizes gender-affirming care for trans youth, highlighting ongoing political tensions surrounding LGBTQ+ rights in the state.

US news

Buckle Up': In Montana, Republican Lawmakers Target the Judiciary

Montana lawmakers are intensifying efforts to reshape the judiciary in response to multiple court rulings that block their legislative agenda.

LA food

One Of Montana's Oldest Steakhouses Is A Hidden Gem Between Cities - Tasting Table

LaHood Park Steakhouse in Cardwell, Montana, has been serving delicious steak since 1928, embodying the rich culinary history of the West.

OMG science

20 Best Places to Visit in Montana, According to Local Experts

Montana offers diverse outdoor adventures for nature lovers, including hiking, skiing, fishing, and exploring unique towns.

Miscellaneous

America's 'Most Charming Town' Has an Epic Ski Resort With No Crowds, Idyllic Spring Skiing, and a 2,400-foot Vertical Drop

Red Lodge Mountain is a unique ski destination in the charming town of Red Lodge, Montana.

Miscellaneous

I'm a flight attendant who's visited all 50 states. These are the 8 best ones to visit - and, yes, I have a favorite.

Montana's Bozeman Yellowstone Airport feels cozy and is a gateway to stunning locations like Yellowstone National Park.

South Dakota is a hidden gem for hiking with impressive landscapes and attractions.

Washington has diverse attractions, great public transport, and is home to multiple national parks. Travelers need more than one visit.

Nevada offers a blend of excitement for different types of travelers, particularly in Las Vegas.

fromFast Company

Berlin

How this Montana gas station chain is using traffic data to build a mini empire of local hotels

Town Pump is strategically opening hotels near their gas stations to cater to road trippers in Montana.

fromTasting Table

1 week ago

LA food

One Of Montana's Oldest Steakhouses Is A Hidden Gem Between Cities - Tasting Table

LaHood Park Steakhouse in Cardwell, Montana, has been serving delicious steak since 1928, embodying the rich culinary history of the West.

OMG science

20 Best Places to Visit in Montana, According to Local Experts

Montana offers diverse outdoor adventures for nature lovers, including hiking, skiing, fishing, and exploring unique towns.

Miscellaneous

America's 'Most Charming Town' Has an Epic Ski Resort With No Crowds, Idyllic Spring Skiing, and a 2,400-foot Vertical Drop

Red Lodge Mountain is a unique ski destination in the charming town of Red Lodge, Montana.

Miscellaneous

I'm a flight attendant who's visited all 50 states. These are the 8 best ones to visit - and, yes, I have a favorite.

Montana's Bozeman Yellowstone Airport feels cozy and is a gateway to stunning locations like Yellowstone National Park.

South Dakota is a hidden gem for hiking with impressive landscapes and attractions.

Washington has diverse attractions, great public transport, and is home to multiple national parks. Travelers need more than one visit.

Nevada offers a blend of excitement for different types of travelers, particularly in Las Vegas.

fromFast Company

Berlin

How this Montana gas station chain is using traffic data to build a mini empire of local hotels

Town Pump is strategically opening hotels near their gas stations to cater to road trippers in Montana.

Wine

Come for healing waters, stay for paranormal activity at these hot springs

Chico Hot Springs Resort serves as a historic, relaxing oasis near Yellowstone, deeply rooted in local culture and nature.

fromConde Nast Traveler

Writing

What Living the "Yellowstone" Life Taught Me

Shayla Martin experiences the essence of 'Yellowstone' by immersing herself in Montana's cattle ranching life, discovering her unexpected connection to the show.

1 week ago

Wine

Come for healing waters, stay for paranormal activity at these hot springs

Chico Hot Springs Resort serves as a historic, relaxing oasis near Yellowstone, deeply rooted in local culture and nature.

fromConde Nast Traveler

Writing

What Living the "Yellowstone" Life Taught Me

Shayla Martin experiences the essence of 'Yellowstone' by immersing herself in Montana's cattle ranching life, discovering her unexpected connection to the show.

Montana judge blocks anti-trans bathroom law

Montana's judge temporarily blocks law restricting transgender bathroom use, providing relief to transgender individuals.

#climate-change

4 weeks ago

Environment

Montana's youth climate activists aren't stopping at their landmark court win - High Country News

Young activists are mobilizing in Montana to combat climate change despite political challenges.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Too hot for trout: Why some anglers are rethinking their approach to fly fishing

Warming climate forces anglers in Montana to confront ethical fishing dilemmas due to increasingly scarce cold water for trout.

Miscellaneous

Who's against wind development in 'The Crazies'? - High Country News

Wind energy creates conflict in Montana between wealthy landowners and ranchers seeking economic opportunities.

The Crazies illustrates the friction between local wealth and renewable energy aspirations.

Environment

4 weeks ago

Montana's youth climate activists aren't stopping at their landmark court win - High Country News

Young activists are mobilizing in Montana to combat climate change despite political challenges.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Too hot for trout: Why some anglers are rethinking their approach to fly fishing

Warming climate forces anglers in Montana to confront ethical fishing dilemmas due to increasingly scarce cold water for trout.

Miscellaneous

Who's against wind development in 'The Crazies'? - High Country News

Wind energy creates conflict in Montana between wealthy landowners and ranchers seeking economic opportunities.

The Crazies illustrates the friction between local wealth and renewable energy aspirations.

SF real estate

Build Your Own 'Yellowstone': Sprawling Montana Land Plots Where You Can Channel Your Inner John Dutton-for Under $500K

Montana's allure for land buyers is emphasized by the influence of 'Yellowstone', inspiring a trend towards luxury living and ranch ownership.

Miscellaneous

I've been to all 50 states. Here are 8 you should visit for spring break - and what to do in each.

Montana offers diverse outdoor activities from skiing to fly fishing, while Hawaii promotes voluntourism for travelers seeking to give back during their visit.

Chicago

I grew up near Glacier National Park. After spending time there, check out these 6 hidden gems in the area.

Explore Flathead Lake and Whitefish Mountain Resort after visiting Glacier National Park for stunning natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

SF real estate

Build Your Own 'Yellowstone': Sprawling Montana Land Plots Where You Can Channel Your Inner John Dutton-for Under $500K

Montana's allure for land buyers is emphasized by the influence of 'Yellowstone', inspiring a trend towards luxury living and ranch ownership.

Miscellaneous

I've been to all 50 states. Here are 8 you should visit for spring break - and what to do in each.

Montana offers diverse outdoor activities from skiing to fly fishing, while Hawaii promotes voluntourism for travelers seeking to give back during their visit.

Chicago

I grew up near Glacier National Park. After spending time there, check out these 6 hidden gems in the area.

Explore Flathead Lake and Whitefish Mountain Resort after visiting Glacier National Park for stunning natural beauty and outdoor adventures.

more#outdoor-activities

Silicon Valley food

I Ate My Way Through Montana's Cattle Country-and Found the Perfect Steak

The article highlights Montana's historical significance of cattle ranching and the transformation from bison hunting by Native tribes to cattle ranching.

#wyoming

Snowboarding

The Best Way to See Yellowstone Is from a Snowmobile

Getting lost in the mountains can be disorienting, but the beauty of the wilderness is both breathtaking and overwhelming.

Miscellaneous

This State Has the Most Naturally Quiet Places in the U.S. - and It's Home to the First U.S. Wilderness Quiet Park

The Noise Pollution Clearinghouse identifies Montana and Wyoming as home to the last natural quiet places in the U.S.

Snowboarding

The Best Way to See Yellowstone Is from a Snowmobile

Getting lost in the mountains can be disorienting, but the beauty of the wilderness is both breathtaking and overwhelming.

Miscellaneous

This State Has the Most Naturally Quiet Places in the U.S. - and It's Home to the First U.S. Wilderness Quiet Park

The Noise Pollution Clearinghouse identifies Montana and Wyoming as home to the last natural quiet places in the U.S.

Property Tax Bills Could Soon Be Radically Lower in One Popular State-With Costs Heaped Onto Second-Home Owners Instead

Montana's Bill 231 aims to lower property taxes on primary residences while raising them for second homes to relieve financial pressure on homeowners.

SF real estate

Montana's Population Boom Fuels Higher Home Prices and Sends Young, Longtime Residents Packing

Montana's home prices rising rapidly due to population growth and inadequate housing, intensified by remote work and an influx of out-of-state buyers.

NYC real estate

Montana's population boom fuels higher home prices and sends young, longtime residents packing

Montana's population boom is driving home prices up faster than any other state, largely due to demand from out-of-state buyers.

SF real estate

Property Tax Bills Could Soon Be Radically Lower in One Popular State-With Costs Heaped Onto Second-Home Owners Instead

Montana's Bill 231 aims to lower property taxes on primary residences while raising them for second homes to relieve financial pressure on homeowners.

SF real estate

Montana's Population Boom Fuels Higher Home Prices and Sends Young, Longtime Residents Packing

Montana's home prices rising rapidly due to population growth and inadequate housing, intensified by remote work and an influx of out-of-state buyers.

NYC real estate

Montana's population boom fuels higher home prices and sends young, longtime residents packing

Montana's population boom is driving home prices up faster than any other state, largely due to demand from out-of-state buyers.

The women wranglers of Montana's dude ranches

The increasing presence of female wranglers in the traditionally male-dominated ranching field is notable and celebrated at women-focused events.

fromwww.berkeleyside.org

Law

Remembering Richard Evans Laws, expert fisherman and skier, always up for a sing-along

Richard Dick Laws lived a vibrant life, embracing skiing and fly-fishing in Montana during his retirement despite health challenges.

fromArchitectural Digest

Miscellaneous

Justin Timberlake's Houses Through the Years, From Manhattan to Rural Montana

Justin Timberlake values privacy in his residences, currently favoring a secluded home in Montana with his family.

#glenn-close

Miscellaneous

This 8-time Academy Award nominee prefers to live in a 'modest' $699K 3-bedroom Montana home

Glenn Close has embraced a quieter life in Montana, valuing simplicity and connection with family over Hollywood glamour.

Writing

Glenn Close Reveals She's Building 'Zen Farmhouse' in Montana Where She Lives With All of Her Siblings in Celebrity-Loved Enclave of Bozeman

Glenn Close values a modest life in Montana with family over Hollywood's glamorous lifestyle, reflecting her preference for tranquility and connection.

Miscellaneous

This 8-time Academy Award nominee prefers to live in a 'modest' $699K 3-bedroom Montana home

Glenn Close has embraced a quieter life in Montana, valuing simplicity and connection with family over Hollywood glamour.

Writing

Glenn Close Reveals She's Building 'Zen Farmhouse' in Montana Where She Lives With All of Her Siblings in Celebrity-Loved Enclave of Bozeman

Glenn Close values a modest life in Montana with family over Hollywood's glamorous lifestyle, reflecting her preference for tranquility and connection.

more#glenn-close

Miscellaneous

Montana's ag tax slashes bills for thousands of million-dollar homes - High Country News

Montana's tax code creates significant disparities in property taxes based on classification, impacting neighboring high-value homes differently.

Bicycling

Hike Throughout the Year With These Top Tested Winter Hiking Boots

Winter hiking is an affordable and accessible activity with low barriers to entry, requiring only appropriate gear.

Good winter hiking boots should keep feet warm, dry, and provide excellent traction.

Miscellaneous

'I started to grass dance when I was just a little girl' - High Country News

Renee Hawley's journey illustrates the challenges faced by Two-Spirit individuals, emphasizing her determination to reclaim her identity in the powwow community.

fromDaily Montanan

Miscellaneous

Montana population growth continues slowing * Daily Montanan

Montana's population growth is declining, driven by housing scarcity and lower international migration post-pandemic.

#luxury-travel

Miscellaneous

This Dude Ranch Finally Perfected the All-Inclusive Travel Experience

The Ranch at Rock Creek offers an exclusive yet approachable all-inclusive luxury experience in Montana's wilderness.

Miscellaneous

I Was Intimidated by Planning My First Cold-weather Vacation - but This Montana Lodge Exceeded All My Expectations

Sage Lodge offers a luxury, all-inclusive experience that transforms cold-weather vacations into personalized adventures in Montana.

Miscellaneous

This Dude Ranch Finally Perfected the All-Inclusive Travel Experience

The Ranch at Rock Creek offers an exclusive yet approachable all-inclusive luxury experience in Montana's wilderness.

Miscellaneous

I Was Intimidated by Planning My First Cold-weather Vacation - but This Montana Lodge Exceeded All My Expectations

Sage Lodge offers a luxury, all-inclusive experience that transforms cold-weather vacations into personalized adventures in Montana.

more#luxury-travel

Medicine

This Montana State Park Is a Year-round Destination - But Here's Why Winter Is Especially Magical

Medicine Rocks State Park offers a peaceful, remote getaway in Montana's Great Plains, attracting those seeking solitude and natural beauty.

fromTelecompetitor

DevOps

Blackfoot Communications Announces Unique Low-Latency Network Path

Blackfoot Communications launches a new low-latency network path to enhance connectivity for telecommunications carriers and large enterprises across the region.

Miscellaneous

How Montana contractors are luring Gen Z into trades amid a nationwide construction labor shortage

Montana contractors are launching initiatives to recruit Gen Z and address the construction labor shortage amid growing demand.

fromConsequence

Miscellaneous

Zootown Festival announces inaugural lineup with Hozier, Kacey Musgraves, Jason Isbell, Modest Mouse

Zootown Festival's inaugural lineup includes major artists and offers additional activities for attendees.

Festival attendees can save on travel accommodations through a special deal with Booking.com.

#abortion-rights

US news

Montana Voters Approve Abortion Ballot Measure

Montana enshrined abortion rights in its Constitution, ensuring protections against potential future changes by elected officials.

fromCyberScoop

Information security

Planned Parenthood of Montana confirms cyberattack

Planned Parenthood of Montana is investigating a cybersecurity incident involving a ransomware attack and stolen data.

US news

Montana Certifies Signatures for November Abortion Question

Montana voters will decide on a constitutional right to abortion, reflecting a broader movement across multiple states.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Privacy professionals

Right-to-abortion measures win spot on ballot in Arizona and Montana

Voters in Arizona and Montana will decide on constitutional amendments protecting abortion rights in November.

US news

Montana Voters Approve Abortion Ballot Measure

Montana enshrined abortion rights in its Constitution, ensuring protections against potential future changes by elected officials.

Information security

fromCyberScoop

Planned Parenthood of Montana confirms cyberattack

Planned Parenthood of Montana is investigating a cybersecurity incident involving a ransomware attack and stolen data.

US news

Montana Certifies Signatures for November Abortion Question

Montana voters will decide on a constitutional right to abortion, reflecting a broader movement across multiple states.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

Privacy professionals

Right-to-abortion measures win spot on ballot in Arizona and Montana

Voters in Arizona and Montana will decide on constitutional amendments protecting abortion rights in November.

Montana camper offered his killer a beer and it held suspect's DNA, sheriff says

Daren Abbey confessed to the murder of Dustin Kjersem, identified through DNA evidence from a beer can left at the campsite.

fromBoston.com

US news

It wasn't a bear that attacked a camper found dead in his tent. Authorities say someone killed him.

Dustin Kjersem's death is now investigated as a homicide after initial reports suggested it was a bear mauling.

US news

A Candidate for U.S. Senate Says He Was Shot in War. Was He?

Tim Sheehy claims a bullet wound from Afghanistan enhances his credibility, but conflicting accounts challenge the truth of his military narrative.

A Key Senate Race for Democrats May Be Falling Off the Map

Democrats' Senate prospects are becoming dire, particularly due to Jon Tester's challenging race in Montana.

fromThe New Yorker

Left-wing politics

The Last Stand of the Rural Democrats

Montana's political landscape, represented by Jon Tester, reveals complexities of rural Democratic identity amidst national polarization.

Digital life

Democrats Need Jon Tester to Defy the Odds Again

Montana's Senate race is crucial for Democrats' Senate majority, with Jon Tester potentially losing ground to Republicans.

Digital life

Opinion | Why Montana Is Slipping Away From Jon Tester

Senator Tester emphasizes the election's importance for Montana's identity amid changing political landscapes.

Left-wing politics

fromSlate Magazine

A Key Senate Race for Democrats May Be Falling Off the Map

Democrats' Senate prospects are becoming dire, particularly due to Jon Tester's challenging race in Montana.

fromThe New Yorker

Left-wing politics

The Last Stand of the Rural Democrats

Montana's political landscape, represented by Jon Tester, reveals complexities of rural Democratic identity amidst national polarization.

Digital life

Democrats Need Jon Tester to Defy the Odds Again

Montana's Senate race is crucial for Democrats' Senate majority, with Jon Tester potentially losing ground to Republicans.

Digital life

Opinion | Why Montana Is Slipping Away From Jon Tester

Senator Tester emphasizes the election's importance for Montana's identity amid changing political landscapes.

more#jon-tester

Writing

My 3 kids spend little time with their grandpa. So, we flew across the country for a surprise visit.

Family ties and love endure despite distance; returning home can be a profound experience.

fromABA Journal

Law

In ethics hearing, Montana attorney general defends 'sharp' words, refusal to obey court order

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen defended his sharp comments and refusal to obey a court order during an ethics hearing.

OMG science

fromFuturism

Man Gets Prison Sentence for Cloning Giant Sheep

A Montana man was sentenced for illegally cloning and selling genetically engineered sheep, endangering local wildlife.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Left-wing politics

Kamala Harris Erased From Montana Ballot Due to Computer Glitch

The omission of Kamala Harris's name from Montana's electronic ballots was due to a technical glitch, not foul play or intentional misconduct.

Privacy professionals

States own lands on reservations. To use them, tribes have to pay - High Country News

Discrepancy in land management practices affects the stewardship of state trust lands compared to tribally managed forests.

Left-wing politics

fromwww.cnbc.com

Montana's hot housing market heats up critical Senate race

Affordable housing in Montana is becoming increasingly difficult to find due to rising demand from out-of-state residents and limited supply.

fromwww.housingwire.com

US Elections

Montana's reverse mortgage program could have room for industry collaboration

Montana's Reverse Annuity Mortgage (RAM) program effectively supports seniors with lower costs compared to traditional reverse mortgages, aiding financial stability.

fromTelecompetitor

Tech industry

The Broadband Director Who Made Montana First to Open a BEAD Application Portal

Montana became the first state to open its Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program application portal, demonstrating proactive leadership in broadband expansion.

fromwww.housingwire.com