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If it seems like there are a lot of older, married couples in Montana it's because it's true. We're at the top for married couples age 55 and up.

One of the big standouts at this year's National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is Edgar, Montana's own Parker Breding. It must be in the name, because this bull rider is certainly a big bread winner in Las Vegas for this year's NFR.

Former Vice President Mike Pence is coming back to Billings, Montana to headline an event for Provision International, a Christian missions organization based in Big Sky Country.

It's still too early to accurately predict snow on December 25th, but the odds of Billings having a white Christmas are right around 50%.

The family of a Billings woman who was allegedly killed by her youngest son is getting financial support from the community.

The lights at this Lockwood home are beautiful in their own right, but when you hear the story behind the family's brilliant display it's even prettier.

Let's keep our fingers crossed for a late winter with lots of snow.

Overcrowding of elk herds in many hunting districts.

Honestly, this would be a fun change of pace for people to go watch.

A Montana-based filmmaker is making their solo feature film debut with a new movie called The Free Fall.

Just this week, we heard the story of a snow plow driver shortage. Montana is trying to hire close to 100 drivers to clear the roads and we sure could use them now . One problem is that job requires a CDL license. I don't know why, when it is a different class truck than a semi. In fact farmers in the state are exempt from having a CDL if they are driving their own truck.

He is a president who is cheered by conservatives and conservationists alike. In fact, if you travel to Yellowstone National Park through Gardiner, Montana- you'll see a quote in honor of President Teddy Roosevelt etched on the arch above the entrance.

Growing up, I always whined about my December birthday. Mine is nine days before Christmas. And my folks didn't have a lot of money. So some years, if my main gift was a little on the expensive side, I'd get "well, this is your birthday AND Christmas present."

The federal courts have dealt yet another blow to President Joe Biden's federal vaccine mandates- this time calling for a halt to the mandate targeting federal contractors. Montana's governor and one of Montana's US Senators were quick to cheer the news Tuesday

If you missed all the pet photo events last weekend, it's not too late! PetSmart is offering Santa photos Saturday and Sunday from Noon to 3 pm.

As of Tuesday morning, Montana has confirmed 193,005 positive COVID-19 cases.

Between the years 1941 and 1945, Montana produced over 75,000 soldiers for World War Two. These men, many of who had never left their hometown, would leave their homes and loved ones to go to foreign lands and put their lives on the line to serve their country

With all of the country songs written about Montana, which one is the best? We've narrowed it down to two, and now we need you to vote to crown the Champion.