Voices of Montana

Click the link below for the the PDF with details: Mount Antelope Part 1 Regs20250327Final 5-16-25 Ag producers and landowners in eastern Montana have filed a petition in Dawson County to create a special landowners zoning district that would place […] The post Citizens Zoning Initiative – Wind Development first appeared on Voices of Montana.

The recent Montana legislature wrapped up about 1 month ago, yet there's still plenty of debate going on over property taxes.  Click on the podcast as we hear from State Senator Dave Fern of Whitefish, and Republican House Representative David […] The post Property Tax Relief and Bipartisan Approaches first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana Speaker of the House Brandon Ler and State Senator Wylie Galt discuss a handful of critical water issues addressed by the past, present, and likely future Montana legislature. The post Water, Wells, and the Montana 69th first appeared on Voices of Montana.

It is difficult to overstate the tremendous impact that President Waded Cruzado has made in the past 15 years at the helm of Montana State University.  As she steps down from that role, President Cruzado took time to visit with […] The post Farewell Waded Cruzado! first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Nathan Descheemaeker from Landmark Resource Firm, LLC, joined guest host Kyle Riley to discuss final comments submitted Friday by Montana Natural Resource Coalition of Counties (MtNRC) regarding USFWS efforts to revise the grizzly 4(d) rule and maintain a threatened status […] The post Grizzly Delisting first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown joined guest host Kyle Riley to discuss: the upcoming 2025 ‘Investing in Montana’ Summit June 12 in Bozeman; the June National Association of Insurance Commissioners Mid-Year Meeting in Big Sky; and numerous […] The post Laws from Montana's 69th Legislature that could Impact You first appeared on Voices of Montana.

The dedication of the new unified campus for the Montana Rescue Mission (MRM) in Billings serves as the backdrop for a special look at how Montanans are caring for the homeless, vulnerable, and those facing hardships and challenges. In studio […] The post Rescue is a Big Mission, and Montanans Respond to the Call first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Dr. Sonora in Croatia & Rambo Memorial Dedication in Libby With Dr. Robert Sonora With Patty Rambo The post Dr. Sonora in Croatia & Rambo Memorial Dedication in Libby first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Come join us and about 2,000 of your fellow Montanans for the Montana Special Olympics Summer Games, as we broadcast live track-side from Lockwood high school for the events Friday morning, talking with event organizers, coaches, volunteers, and the special […] The post A Special Broadcast from the Montana Special Olympics Summer Games first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Chris Anderson and Sean Steinebach, from Sun Mountain Lumber in Deer Lodge, joined the program to discuss Montana's forests and wood products industry, ahead of their 4th annual Partnership Meeting, which brings together forest and industry advocates to work toward […] The post Partnering for Healthy Forests and Local Economies first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Plans are in the making for another large wind energy venture proposed for eastern Montana. Former State Senator Ric Holden, from Glendive, joins the program to size up the project and the concerns being voiced by area residents. Heelstone Renewable […] The post Locals Question Another Wind Farm Project in Eastern Montana first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Chinese policy author and commentator Gordan Chang is touring the countryside with a strong message on China – remember what they are working for.  Author of “Red Plan: China’s Project to Destroy America,” Chang points to the social, economic and […] The post Leading Asian Analyst Tours Montana with Warning Message on China first appeared on Voices of Montana.

with Cascade County Commissioner Joe Briggs The post Impacts and Info from the Sentinel Missile Project first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Nuclear energy is once again being seriously considered as a necessary and viable energy source as industry and society look to curb carbon emissions. A recent Department of Energy study examined how Montana's current coal infrastructure at Colstrip could be […] The post Nuclear Options Coming into Focus for Montana's Energy Future first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana is global! From wheat and energy to software and manufacturing – Montana has a place on the world stage. But how do you get there? How do you get your Montana products and services on that global stage? In […] The post Montana and Today's Global Trade – Challenging Opportunities Still Abound first appeared on Voices of Montana.

The 69th Montana Legislature has concluded it’s session and over the next several weeks, Voices of Montana will be talking with stakeholders and industry experts to discuss the impact new laws may have. Montana Chamber of Commerce President Todd O'Hair […] The post MEPA Overhaul & Industry Highlights – Montana's 69th Legislature first appeared on Voices of Montana.

With Eastern District U.S. Congressman Troy Downing and Montana Speaker of the House Brandon Ler The post Legislative Updates from DC and Helena first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Women have always been a big part of Montana agriculture. As mothers, and partners, they face unique challenges. Can you relate? Are you interested in making connections? Click on the podcast, as Red Ants Pants creator and founder Sarah Calhoun, […] The post Women in Ag Communities Retreat: Build, Grow, Refresh first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Hailey Vine from the Montana Department of Agriculture, leads a conversation about growing and marketing specialty crops in the Big Sky — featuring producers Andi Thatcher from Rimrock Flower Farm in Roundup, Jake TeSelle, Crooked Yard Hops, Bozeman, and Katie Madden, […] The post Montana Growing, Marketing Specialty Crops first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana's tourism and recreation industry is much-loved, and, lately, well-exercised.  What are the opportunities? What are the challenges?  Those question are at the heart of every networking conversation at the annual Governor's Conference on Tourism. Click on the podcast for […] The post Montana Tourism – Live from the Governor's Conference first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Click on the podcast and catch up with Speaker of the Montana House of Representatives Brandon Ler on Legislative Day 80. The post Speaker of the House Brandon Ler – Around the Session in 80 Days first appeared on Voices of Montana.

April 20 – 26 is National Volunteer Week in America, with the spirit of volunteerism very much alive and on display in Montana. The state ranks as the 8th highest in the nation for volunteerism.  Click on the podcast to […] The post Volunteerism – It's a Good Thing Going in Montana first appeared on Voices of Montana.

With NorthWestern Energy President and CEO Brian Bird The post NorthWestern Energy: Rate Settlement, New Energy Policies first appeared on Voices of Montana.

With Secretary of State Christi Jacobsen The post Montana's Business and Election Integrity Progress first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana’s Attorney General Austin Knudsen joined Voices of Montana to discuss the details of some vital funding requests before the legislature, an improving relationship with ICE and other federal agents under President Trump, and how the state is continuing to […] The post MT AG Austin Knudsen Keeps Up the Fight Against Trafficking first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Here the compelling conversations from listeners who share the stories of tragedy and challenge that shape their views on physician-assisted suicide, as the Montana Legislature tackles the issue in the 69th session. The post Voices of Montana Listeners Respond: Physician-Assisted Suicide first appeared on Voices of Montana.

With Certified Financial Planner Mike Vondra The post Trade War Triggers Jumpy Markets first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana’s airports got a funding boost and will utilize $3.2 million in state funding to leverage hundreds of thousands of federal dollars for improvement and rehabilitation projects across 44 public airports in the Treasure State.  Click on the podcast as […] The post Montana Airport Infrastructure first appeared on Voices of Montana.

The Trump Administration has said it is dismantling the 45-year old U.S. Department of Education to return the power of education over to the states instead of the federal government. What does that mean? Will there be a loss of […] The post MT Superintendent Susie Hedalen Readies State for Local Control first appeared on Voices of Montana.

The next edition of our ongoing series featuring members of Montana’s citizen legislature discussing the issues. This week features Montana Democrats in the House and Senate. The post Capitol ReCap: Montana Dems first appeared on Voices of Montana.

PERC, the Property and Environment Research Center, based in Bozeman, has recently published two studies of interest to Montanans. One shows the forest areas out west that are susceptible to catastrophic fires due to lack of management, and the other […] The post PERC Report Guides Course for Better Wildfire/Wildlife Management first appeared on Voices of Montana.

There are two state conventions going on the through the weekend of April 5 where young adults are preparing and competing for their futures. Click on the podcast to learn more about what drives Montana’s young adults, as NBS’s Joe […] The post Young Adults Prepping, Competing for Their Futures first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Click on the podcast to learn more about the unusual discovery of a blacklegged tick in Montana that is known to carry Lyme disease. The tick is normally found in the eastern U.S., so it’s discovery in Montana has raised […] The post New Tick in Town first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Matt Kuntz, Executive Director of NAMI Montana, and Cassie Wick of Ability Montana provided a thorough update on the major mental wellness bills tracking through the 69th Montana Legislature. Then, Montana's Sculptor, Jim Dolan, joined the program to discuss the […] The post Mental Health Movement in Montana first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Want to know some real truths about how gangs and cartels are operating in Montana — and what you can do about it? Click on the podcast for a conversation with someone whose been in the trenches for more than […] The post Former DEA Agent Stacy Zinn Still Battling the Scourge of Illicit Drugs first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Steve Arveschoug has led the Big Sky Economic Development group for the past 16 years. He’s a recognized and celebrated statewide leader in the field, and has got the business ball rolling on many, many projects in the Treasure State. […] The post Steve Arveschoug – A Legacy of Community first appeared on Voices of Montana.

With the national debt at $36 trillion and growing 5 billion daily, two of America’s most fiscally conservative governor’s, Montana Governor Greg Gianforte, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, join forces to draw attention to this country’s potentially economically crippling debt. […] The post Governors Gianforte, DeSantis Contend for Balanced Budget Amendment first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Eastern District Congressman Troy Downing hops on the program to give us an update on what’s on people’s minds after a week full of stops across his district. The post Congressman Downing's Take Aways from a Big Sky Week on Wheels first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana and the U.S. are facing a healthcare provider shortage. Preparing for that is at the heart of the vision for the development of Carroll College’s Physician Assistant (PA) Program. Carroll College President Dr. John Cech joins the program to […] The post Carroll College Amps Up to Meet Provider Shortage first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Families struggle with so many issues when they have a child being treated for cancer, or other life-altering diseases. Emotions, finances, day-to-day living can all be very challenging when your only real focus is getting a son or daughter to […] The post Make March Matter for a Neighbor in Need first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Click on the podcast for a special interview with Jim Reuter, President and CEO of First Interstate Bank. From their humble beginnings in Sheridan, Wyoming, to becoming a major presence with 300 branches in 14 states, Jim shares the company’s […] The post Community the Key Focus for New Leader of First Interstate Bank first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Representative Kerri Seekins-Crowe has raised issues in the Montana legislature challenging lawmakers to defend our values. Issues such as advocating for privacy for women and girls in bathrooms and locker rooms, and for a woman’s right to participate in female […] The post Standing in the People's House for Women first appeared on Voices of Montana.

There are stories to tell in Helena Today. They are the stories of your Montana neighbors and friends who launched into a business venture in our great state. The 41st annual Made in Montana Trade Show takes place today and […] The post Made in Montana LIVE – 2025 first appeared on Voices of Montana.