The Breakfast Flakes
Paul Fuels Miranda Lambert – Blake Shelton Break Up Rumors
Maybe it's just Paul, but Miranda Lambert sure didn't look very happy last night at the CMA's. Could there be trouble in paradise for her and husband Blake Shelton? We hope we're wrong, but Paul knows an angry woman when he sees one...
Navy SEAL Who Killed Osama Bin Laden is One of Montana’s Finest
It probably wouldn't surprise you to learn that the Navy SEAL who shot and killed Osama Bin Laden in 2011 is a Montana native. Rob O’Neill will publicly reveal his identity in a Fox News interview next week. He is also expected to talk about growing up in Butte, where he still lives...
Weird Wednesday: Whose Autograph Did You Get?
From time to time, we hear from Cat Country listeners who have encountered celebrities. Living here in Montana, you never know when a famous person is going to randomly show up at a bar or restaurant. When Mark was growing up in Great Falls, Clint Eastwood walked into the restaurant where his mom worked...
The Truth Comes Out About the Failed Billings Public Safety Levy
Thank God it's finally over. No more political ads, flyers, or signs...until the next election season. Here's how the Flakes reacted to the 2014 Midterm Elections this morning.
For starters, the Republicans will be taking over the Senate...
New Study Names Miles City as Montana’s Happiest Place
Here's one we never saw coming. According to a new study based statistics from the US Census Bureau and the FBI, Miles City is the "happiest" city in Montana. Really? Have they ever bothered to visit Miles City? With all due respect to the fine people who live there, it wouldn't be our first choice...
Billings Communist Council Strikes Again
Just when you thought our City Council couldn't possibly squeeze another dime out of local homeowners, the People's Republic of Billings is at it again. This time, they want to implement a new sidewalk policy that would crack down on "trippers"...
Cale Moon Adds Free Concert at Billings Baconfest After-Party on November 15th
Lost in all the hoopla over the restaurants, food trucks and meat markets that will be cooking up their best bacon dishes at Billings Baconfest on November 15th, we'll also have your chance to see a rising country music singer and songwriter...
One Line Monday: Should Yellowstone National Park Add Wireless Services?
This week's One Line Monday topic was inspired by a new proposal to add wireless services to Yellowstone National Park. Proponents of the plan claim adding wireless to the park could help locate missing hikers, assist in emergency services and make it easier for visitors to share pictures online...
Flakes Trip Giveaway Party is Coming Up Saturday Night at the Stadium Club
The 19th Annual Flakes Trip Giveaway Party is coming up Saturday night at the Stadium Club on Main Street in the Heights. Mark and Paul are sending one lucky Cat Country listener and their guest on the trip of a lifetime, an all inclusive vacation to the Excellence Resort in Cancun...
Final Flakes Trip Registration Stop is Coming Up Tonight at Andy’s Bar
If you haven't signed up to win Flakes Trip XIX yet, Mark and Paul are hitting the streets tonight with your last chance to register for the all inclusive vacation for two to the Excellence Resort in Cancun. The Flakes will be broadcasting live this afternoon from 5 to 7 at Andy's Bar on 1815 First Avenue North...
Montana FWP Drops Plan to Protect Hunter Privacy
Here's some unsettling news for local hunters and trappers. The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks has withdrawn their legislative bid to protect the identity of people who kill wildlife.
FWP had previously planned to propose a law which would keep the names and addresses of hunters or trappers confidential...
Weird Wednesday: What’s the Scariest Thing That Ever Happened to You?
Halloween is coming up Friday, so for this week's Weird Wednesday question, the Flakes want to know what's the scariest thing that ever happened to you?
Our craziest call came from a guy who served in the United States Navy. One day, the ship was docked off the coast of California and another ship came into refuel it...