Story By: Cody Ross, Northern News Network RDO Equipment Launches Registered Apprenticeship Program for Service Technicians In a significant step toward strengthening Montana’s workforce, RDO Equipment Co. announced in May the launch of a registered apprenticeship pathway for heavy equipment service technicians in partnership with the Montana ...
Warm Winter Worries Montana Farmers By Courtney Kibblewhite, Northern Broadcasting Montana could see a more active summer storm pattern this year, but drought conditions and wildfire concerns remain major challenges heading into the growing season, according to meteorologist Eric Snodgrass during Thursday’s edition of Voices of Montana. Snodgr...
Attorney general says Gallatin County violated state law by refusing cooperation with federal immigration authorities. By Ken Adelblue, News Director Helena, Mont. — Attorney General Austin Knudsen has invoked supervisory control over Gallatin County Attorney Audrey Cromwell, citing her failure to issue a memorandum clarifying that Gallatin Co...
Story By: Cody Ross, News Producer HELENA, Mont. — As Montana enters the height of signature-gathering season, several high-stakes initiatives are seeking a place on the 2026 ballot, each with the potential to reshape the state’s economic and political landscape. From proposed limits on property taxes to restrictions on political activity by b...
Focus on meat processing and rural business growth A regional official with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) says new federal loan programs and regulatory reforms could help expand small meat-processing operations across Montana. Justin Everett, who oversees SBA operations in the Rocky Mountain region, recently visited several Mont...
Global Conflict Highlights Strain on Energy Supply Chains Instability in the Middle East is once again putting pressure on global energy markets, underscoring the importance of reliable transportation infrastructure for oil and gas. During a recent interview on Voices of Montana, Montana Petroleum Association Executive Director Sonny Capece sa...
By Ken Adelblue Northern News Network BILLINGS, Mont. (April 2, 2026) — April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and strengthening families to ensure children grow up in safe, supportive environments. Ken Adelblue of the Northern News Network spoke with Bill Kennedy of the Family Tree Nurturing Cent...
Montana Data Centers | NorthWestern Energy A New Framework for Large Energy Consumers NorthWestern Energy has formalized a request to the Montana Public Service Commission for a new Large New Load Tariff, designed to support Montana’s economic growth and ensure a reliable energy future. This proposed framework aims to balance the service needs...
Montana Announces Exciting 2026 Season in Virginia City and Nevada City Courtesy of Montana Heritage Commission “Historic view of Virginia City, a reminder of the town’s rich past.” The Montana Department of Commerce and Montana Heritage Commission have officially announced the concessionaires for the 2026 summer season in Vi...
BILLINGS, Mont. — Respiratory syncytial virus, better known as RSV, is lingering longer than usual this year. The Northern News Network’s Ken Adelblue spoke with Michelle Evans, immunization section supervisor with the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services, about a recommendation to continue immunizations through April. Typica...
