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Posted 07/30/2010 10:52 AM by Angela Marshall

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MISSOULA - Caras Park will be filled with Celtic music and the aroma of corned beef and cabbage and you too, can revel in the Irish festivities during the first Annual Celtic Festival.

This is a cultural celebration of all things Celtic and it begins on Saturday at 10 a.m. with Irish road bowling at the Stimson Lumber site in Bonner, then moves to Caras Park at 3 p.m. with kids events, food and fun! In fact, Monte be dressed in a kilt! The Celtic rock 'n roll band Young Dubliners hea… Click to Read More

Posted 07/29/2010 8:41 AM

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HELENA - Cell phone service and access to the Internet in rural parts of Montana can be spotty but, according to an independent group of telecommunications companies, more people are getting connected than ever before.

The group told legislators that broadband service is growing at a tremendous rate in rural parts of the Treasure State, due in part to smaller businesses making an effort to reach out.

They also reported that the larger companies, like Verizon and Qwest, focus s… Click to Read More

Posted 07/28/2010 10:59 AM by Dax VanFossen

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KALISPELL - Another year is bringing new additions to the historic Bibler Gardens in Kalispell.

The tour season began earlier this week as metal artist Jeffrey Funk unveiled his new sculpture. The artwork is a type of harp which catches the wind and makes music all it's own.

The Bibler Gardens is a private garden designed by Sam Bibler, who planted and … Click to Read More

Posted 07/27/2010 8:04 AM by Breanna Roy, CNN

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MISSOULA - Monday marks the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and a statewide symposium is gauging how Montana is implementing it.

Montana representatives from nonprofit, independent living facilities are in Missoula celebrating the ADA while continuing to make sure people with disabilities can have equal chances at employment, government services and access to pubic facilities.

Executive Director of Summit Independent Living Center, a program servi… Click to Read More

Posted 07/26/2010 7:19 AM by Robin O'Day

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LOST PRARIE - There's nothing like staying cool by jumping out of an airplane at 13,000 feet.

The 43rd annual Skydive Lost Prairie Boogie is underway and organizer Fred Sand says almost 100 people have registered to make the big jump, and he anticipates even more will sign up.

Sand says there's no experience required and if you've never jumped before you can go tandem and free fall with an instructor.

He says once the parachute is pulled there's about a four to fiv… Click to Read More

Posted 07/16/2010 10:24 AM by Angela Marshall

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MISSOULA - Climb aboard everyone as your weekend events' train is about to leave the station.

It's heading to Alberton to celebrate the 25th Annual Railroad Day. The fun-filled Saturday in Mineral County begins with a community breakfast, followed by a parade, live music, and kids games complete with a climbing wall and a beach volleyball tournament. A dance band closes the evening at the Alberton Community Center.

The Bitterroot Valley comes alive during the 8th annual Darby … Click to Read More

Posted 07/15/2010 11:12 AM by CNN

(CNN) -- Ken Savage says that, at first, he welcomed his wife's new interest in Facebook.

She had recently recovered from a bout with depression and dependence on prescription drugs, and he thought reconnecting with old friends would help get her out of her rut. But he says he became increasingly suspicious of her social networking activity when she began hiding her computer screen when he entered the room.

Savage soon discovered his wife was using the site to meet up with an … Click to Read More

Posted 07/13/2010 2:40 PM by Angela Marshall

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MISSOULA - It's lunch time at Russell Elementary School and the menu features lunch meat and cheese or peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, fruits, vegetables, milk and...

"Because we have great bakers in Missoula, we throw in a cookie. Kids like cookies," said Valerie Addis, the Food and Nutrition Supervisor for Missoula County.

More than 80 Montana cities participate in the Summer Food Service Program, a federally-funded nutrition program open to children ages two through 1… Click to Read More

Posted 07/14/2010 7:31 AM by Dax VanFossen

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KALISPELL - Flathead County officials are warning of a major mosquito boom this year.

According to Health Department officials prolonged rains this past spring and early summer could create the perfect conditions for a bad mosquito year.

Flathead Mosquito Control District officials say that if the weather continues to get warm, the mosquitoes will begin to arrive especially from areas of standing water.

That's why the Health Department is asking you to contact the Flat… Click to Read More

Posted 07/12/2010 7:45 AM

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MISSOULA - Sunday was a hot day as the runners hit the pavement to take part in the fourth annual Missoula Marathon. Our very own Russ Thomas completed in the half marathon and told us about what inspired him to take on the 13 mile challenge.

"My oldest daughter found out last November that she has diabetes. And so, ever since that point I knew. I was like, I want to do something. And she's doing fine with it. She's doing a great job, but there's a lot that goes into it. A lot she's… Click to Read More

Posted 07/12/2010 7:54 AM

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GREAT FALLS - Health officials are cautioning people to keep an eye on the sun's rays as an important way to stay safe during hot spells this summer.

Common problems caused from hot weather include heat stroke, heat exhaustion and heat rash. So, health officials want to remind those enjoying the outdoor activities to use sun screen, take breaks to sit in the shade, and always remember to drink plenty of fluids.

"In terms of drinking water, the standard is drinking 8 glasses of… Click to Read More