Trump cuts bring investigations into firefighter deaths to a halt
The Trump Administration has fired the workers who research on-duty deaths and long-term health of firefighters. Investigative journalist Mark Olalde wrote for ProPublica about the impact of these cuts ahead of fire season. He joins MTPR's Elinor Smith to explain.
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East Missoula community garden helps a 'food desert' bloom
“Food deserts” are common in Montana – usually in rural areas where the nearest grocery store is a long drive away. But, food deserts can be found in cities, too. A new community garden in East Missoula is aimed at solving that problem.
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Montana Reps. Zinke, Downing join bipartisan public lands caucus
Montana's U.S. Reps. Ryan Zinke and Troy Downing have joined a new bipartisan caucus dedicated to protecting the country’s public lands. The lawmakers announced the initiative in Washington D.C. on May 7.
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Montanans may have a better shot at a Smith River permit next year
Central Montana’s Smith River is one of few you need a permit to float, and they're notoriously hard to get. Recent changes may help Montana residents have a better shot at getting a permit.
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National park gateway towns brace for federal layoffs, supply disruptions
Federal budget cuts and economic uncertainty are raising questions about what this summer will look like in gateway communities, the towns surrounding national parks. A group of businesses in Yellowstone recently asked Montana’s congressional delegation for help.
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