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Montana Wheeler was 17 of 19 serving with three aces, and Mariah Campbell and Hannah Elkins were 17 of 17 with four aces. As a team the Hornets were 86 of 92 with 12 aces. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
What small-town America thinks of Sarah Palin Nov 10, 2009
"But being governor of Alaska, a rural state like Montana, it's still small-town politics. It doesn't prepare you for national politics. There are 20 cities in this country that have more people than Alaska!". Near Keystone, S.D., the base of Mount Rushmore National Monument was an apt place to gauge the power of Palin mania. (Salon)
Kotar wins national FFA Agri-Entrepreneurship award (6) Nov 8, 2009
The Prairie Star: Montana Ag Newspaper ... Montana ag business directory ... Kotar, who graduated from Hysham High School in May of 2009, plans to pursue a welding as a career and will be attending Northern Montana College in Havre. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Ariz. Christmas tree begins journey to D.C. Nov 8, 2009
In recent years, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah have all been tapped for the winning tree. This year's blue spruce is the first to come from Arizona. (AZCentral -- News)
Dogs vs. SUVs vs. the earth, debunked Nov 7, 2009
" He said enactment of climate legislation is the "critical step (that) will drive investment decisions toward clean energy" in the United States. "Only new legislation can bring about the comprehensive and integrated changes that are needed to restore America's economic health and keep the nation secure over the long term," added EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson. But even some Democrats have reservations about the bill assembled by Kerry and Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., the committee chairman.... (Salon)
Tester chairs hearing on Indian veteran issues Nov 7, 2009
Jon Tester chaired a hearing of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee where two Montanan s testified about problems facing Native American military veterans in receiving health services, Tester announced in a press release. Part of the hearing focused on an issue also raised during Montana s Sen ... We hear the horror stories of a veteran walking in to an IHS facility only to be told to go to the VA hospital hundreds of miles away, and of the veteran walking into a VA facility only to be sent to... (Havre Daily News, MT)
Walt Disney picks interns from IIM-A Nov 7, 2009
The company, which was the worlds best producer of family entertainment in the 60s, has now diversified into Disney merchandise, parks, and even food, its latest characters being Hannah Montana, a favourite among young girls. By the end of Day One of the summer placements several media groups had also joined in the list of recruiters like Starcom Media Vest, HT Media and Star TV.. (India Times)
Football teams' perfection has community abuzz Nov 7, 2009
Last year the Wildcats, led by All-America quarterback Mike Reilly, went 10-2 with their only losses at FCS Montana, which played for the national title, and at West Texas A&M in the opening round of the playoffs. Despite that success it never quite seemed like football fever caught on in Ellensburg. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
A little trivia offsets Washington crazies Nov 6, 2009
Montana borders the most Canadian Provinces of all the 50 states. It borders three of them. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Earthquakes Actually Aftershocks Of 19th Century Quakes; Repercussions Of 1811 And 1812 New Madrid Quakes Continue To Be Felt Nov 6, 2009
2 Hebgen Lake earthquake that shook Montana, Idaho and Wyoming 50 years ago. "This makes sense because the Hebgen Lake fault moves faster than the New Madrid faults but slower than the San Andreas," Stein noted. (Science Daily)
Pool issue surfaces at student senate meeting Nov 5, 2009
The university s decision to replace its swimming pool with a wellness center took center stage at a meeting of the Associated Students of Montana State University-Northern Student Senate Tuesday, with several students and a faculty member saying the numbers the university is using are wrong and the pool should be re-opened ... - To contact Havre Daily News- Phone: (406) 265-6795 - Fax: (406) 265-6798 - Toll Free Phone: (800) 993-2459 or send mail to: The Havre Daily News, PO Box 431, Havre,... (Havre Daily News, MT)
Decision made on new U.S. 212 route Nov 5, 2009
The Montana Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration have released a Record of Decision (ROD) for U.S. Highway 212 Reconstruction Rockvale to Laurel ... The Montana Department of Transportation has proposed an 11 mile reconstruction project on the portion of the road between Laurel and Silesia ... Montana State Library, 1515 East 6th Avenue, Helena. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Buffetts all-in bet on the economy Nov 4, 2009
The coal hauled by Burlington Northern is mined from places like the Powder River Basin in Wyoming and Montana. It's lower in sulfur than the coal found in the eastern U.S., so its less polluting and in greater demand now that stricter emissions standards are being imposed on coal plants. (MSNBC -- Business)
Global warming Nov 4, 2009
"Montana can't afford the unmitigated impacts of climate change," Baucus acknowledged. "But we also cannot afford the unmitigated effects of climate change legislation." While the state is a producer and user of coal, it also has seen early effects of a warming trend, including loss of glaciers and the destruction of pine trees from a warmer weather beetle infestation. (Salon)
Driving around the world Nov 3, 2009
The Montana Standard. The Montana Standard ... The Montana Standard. (Montana Standard, MT)
Bengals Head to Portland for Big Sky Tournament Nov 3, 2009
EWU comes off a 1-0 victory over Montana on the road. The Eagles are led by Brittany Sparks who has recorded 11 goals this season. (Isubengals.com)
Transfer brings experience Nov 3, 2009
Although he was away at college in Montana, Tyler said he realized how much talent Lisa had when their dad sent him a tape of her games during her sophomore year in high school. "I saw her cut through about four defenders, and when she could have beat the last girl, she passed to a girl who was running next to her and let the other girl score the try," Tyler said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
MJ's concert film rules at box office Nov 3, 2009
The record for such movies is held by Hannah Montana/ Miley Cyrus Best of Both Worlds, which earned $65 million domestically last year. The films prospects were not helped by Halloween, which fell on a Saturday for the first time since 1998, siphoning off a large swathe of potential American moviegoers on the biggest night of the week. (India Times)
Hawaii's class time thin even before cuts Nov 2, 2009
Sunday, November 01, 2009. Give us YOUR Weekly Opinion. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
`This Is It' tops charts with $101M worldwide Nov 2, 2009
1 million opening weekend domestically for "Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert." But Bruer said "This Is It" has a shot at surpassing the $65. 3 million domestic total during the entire run of Cyrus' movie, which tops the all-time charts for music documentaries. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Haunted Halloween Nov 1, 2009
"The Brick Tavern is said to be haunted. So, some say, is the old Roslyn schoolhouse, now home to Head Start.Linda Moffitt, a former Montana resident who lived in the Cle Elum area briefly before moving the West Side a few years ago, studied architecture and building construction in college. But she's a huge fan of history -- and loves stories associated with "haunted" locations.Moffitt, now a mother of two and author, published "Washington's Haunted Hotspots," a travel book aimed at guiding... (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Antelope study leads to change (22) Nov 1, 2009
Federal, state and private groups including the New York-based Wildlife Conservation Society began cooperating on a GPS study last fall to pinpoint the route of hundreds of these fleet-footed antelope as they travel between the Pioneer Mountains southeast of Sun Valley to near the Continental Divide along the Idaho-Montana border, and back ... At its meeting in June, Idaho Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter and Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer signed a pact with U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar,... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Rexburg, St. A, Ashton, Parker IP candidates Oct 31, 2009
McKamey: My family moved to this area from eastern Montana in 1991. I have a beautiful wife of 24 years and five superb children. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Jackson's 'This Is It' draws $20.1M worldwide Oct 30, 2009
The No. 1 music documentary is "Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert," which had a $31. 1 million opening weekend last year and took in $65. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
PSU could outdraw 'host' Eagles at Qwest Field Oct 30, 2009
No. 14 Weber State (5-3, 5-1) and No. 2 Montana (7-0, 4-0) meet Saturday in Missoula in a showdown between the two best teams in the Big Sky. Montana has won 15 straight conference home games and hasn t lost to Weber in Missoula since 1987. (Longview Daily News, WA)
New Lights try to continue recent success Oct 30, 2009
And the Montana State University-Northern Lights were a big part of that ... The Lights will also travel to the University of Montana for the third time in four years ... - To contact Havre Daily News- Phone: (406) 265-6795 - Fax: (406) 265-6798 - Toll Free Phone: (800) 993-2459 or send mail to: The Havre Daily News, PO Box 431, Havre, Montana 59501. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Mont. jury awards $850,000 in aluminum bat lawsuit Oct 29, 2009
(AP) - A Montana jury has found the maker of Louisville Slugger baseball bats failed to adequately warn about the dangers the product can pose, awarding a family $850,000 for the 2003 death of their son in a baseball game. The jury on Wednesday awarded a total of $850,000 in damages against Hillerich & Bradsby for failure to place warnings on the product. (FindLaw News)
Ga. grand jury won't indict accused Cyrus stalker Oct 29, 2009
Police say McLeod told them he was engaged to marry the "Hannah Montana" star and resisted being escorted from the movie set. James Byrne, McLeod's attorney, said he felt "vindicated, a little bit" by the grand jury's refusal to indict. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Jackson film 'This Is It' earns $2.2M on 1st night Oct 29, 2009
While "This Is It" is not quite a concert film, box-office watchers are gauging its success against "Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert," the biggest concert movie on record. "Best of Both Worlds" had a $31. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
More of this story Oct 29, 2009
Cut Bank Pioneer Press :: Cut Bank Montana News ... He and a friend hitchhiked to Minneapolis and then on to Detroit that July and experienced many wonderful adventures before returning to Montana ... On Jan. 15, 1951, he was hired by Montana Power Company as a field clerk and he remained a loyal employee of the company until his retirement in Dec. 1, 1974. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Dodgers Divorce Oct 29, 2009
ranchland in Montana and undeveloped property in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. She added she has been unable to pay her bills and wants Frank McCourt to pay for her attorneys' fees estimated at $2 million and another $500,000 to an accountant. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Cross Country Preps for Big Sky Conference Championship Oct 29, 2009
Montana Grizzlies Men: Montana's men are ranked No. 15 in the Mountain Region poll ... Women: Montana's women are ranked No. 13 in the Mountain Region ... Montana finished fifth in last year's conference championship. (Isubengals.com)
Idaho State Golf Set for 2009 Lamkin Grip Cal Poly Women's Invitational Oct 29, 2009
There will be 16 total teams competing at the tournament including Cal Poly, UC Riverside, Utah Valley State, Cal State Bakersfield, British Columbia, Portland, Northern Arizona, Xavier, Sacramento State, Cal State Fullerton, Montana State, Weber State, Cal State Northridge, Eastern Washington and Southern Utah. San Jose State took the team title at the event last year while Xavier's Mary Beth McKenna led the field individually. (Isubengals.com)
Contentious couple dominates U.S. medical tourism Oct 29, 2009
Edelheit has been accused of selling unauthorized insurance in Washington and Montana ... Edelheit, United Group and OptiMed Health were also named in a Montana investigation ... Edelheit brushes off suggestions that he was doing anything wrong, and says he is confident that a pending cease-and-desist order in Montana will be dismissed. (MSNBC -- Travel)
McInturff chases state dreams Oct 29, 2009
The trek north will take the Fifth District schools more than eight hours because they will have to go through Montana before reaching Idaho's northern panhandle. Because of the distance, the schools are planning to leave today and get some of the driving out of the way before arriving in the Lake City on Friday. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
NCAA rescinds EWU postseason ban Oct 28, 2009
That attitude, according to Sherritt, was never more noticeable than during last Saturday s 35-24 comeback win over Montana State. That game really epitomized our approach, he explained, especially coming off that (41-34) loss to Montana, being down 10 points in the fourth quarter and coming back to win the game ... Eastern still trails Montana (4-0), Weber State (5-1) and Northern Arizona (4-1) in the Big Sky standings, but had not yet been eliminated from the title race. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Reid to announce push for 'public option'... Oct 27, 2009
Reid announces push for public option - Glenn Thrush - POLITICO.com. Reid announces push for public option. (The Drudge Report)
FAU Women's Soccer Freshmen Lead the Way for Team Oct 27, 2009
Greany, a forward from Bozeman, Montana, has had to make the adjustment to college life nearly 2,500 miles away from home. "My hometown is big for Montana but compared to South Florida it is small," said Greany ... "I am from a big town in Montana but when compared to here it is small. Not use to seeing multimillion dollar homes next to one another and fancy cars.". (Fausports.com)
Blue Ponies go for it all in Belgrade Oct 24, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009. (Created: Friday, October 23, 2009 12:14 PM MDT). (Havre Daily News, MT)
Camping for Dummies: I need your best camping advice! Oct 24, 2009
I have been in every state except Montana and have enjoyed the view from Holiday and Hampton Inns ... please get the spelling correct before you buy the ticket: MONTANA with one N. Maybe you might like to get together with Vork who said he would be happy to pay me to shut up ... Even before I read the comment by thought: I was thinking the same thing let s get that Montana thing out of the way so we won t have to hear about that anymore. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
US town's oil boom Oct 23, 2009
Montana town revels in oil boom. By Kevin Connolly BBC News, Montana ... The small, remote town of Sidney, Montana, is true to its cowboy roots - this is ranching country and outside one bar amidst the many pick-up trucks I noticed one with a huge set of bull horns stuck jauntily to the cab. (BBC News -- Americas)
Revival of North Coast Hiawatha? Oct 22, 2009
MISSOULA (AP) An Amtrak report released Friday said the possible revival of the North Coast Hiawatha Route through southern Montana could attract nearly 360,000 riders a year, but startup costs are estimated at 1 ... The Chicago to Seattle line through Montana's southern tier operated until 1979, and fans of passenger rail have been rallying to reinstate the service ... Jon Tester said Friday he is concerned a southern route could compromise Amtrak's Empire Builder, which runs from Chicago to... (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Men's Basketball Picked Third and Fourth in Big Sky Polls Oct 22, 2009
In the coaches' poll, Weber State picked up four first place votes and 60 points, ahead of #2 Montana, who had three first place votes and 57 points ... In the media poll, Montana was third was 194 points and two first place votes, and ISU fourth with 157 ... The bottom of the polls in both were identical, with Montana State fifth, Northern Colorado sixth, Northern Arizona seventh, Eastern Washington eighth, and Sacramento State ninth. (Isubengals.com)
Bengals Travel South to Face #24 Northern Arizona on TV Oct 21, 2009
NAU is 4-2 on the season and 3-1 in the Big Sky, their only loss in overtime at home against Montana 41-34. The game will be available on The Bengal Radio Network, which is flagshipped at ESPN Radio 930 AM KSEI in Pocatello and KRXK 1230 AM in Idaho Falls. (Isubengals.com)
Aggies Travel To Pacific Northwest To Face Vikings Oct 20, 2009
UC Davis renews rivalry with Portland State looking for third straight win in series (Ucdavisaggies.com)
Minnetrista's farm-heavy history Oct 20, 2009
Berries were shipped out by rail to the Dakotas, Montana and Idaho. And believe it or not, some Minnetrista maple syrup was shipped to Vermont - a state known for its maples and syrup - because local soil chemistry made for a different taste in the syrup. (Minnetonka Lakeshore Weekly News, MN)
Picture-perfect Oct 20, 2009
Among Blakely's picks is the southwest Montana enclave of Dillon. He says its conventional main street, independently owned businesses (and absence of big-box stores) contribute to its "nice flavor." He also appreciates Dillon's historical significance ("It's central to the Lewis and Clark story.") and its proximity to world-class fly-fishing. (MSNBC -- Travel)
America's coolest small towns Oct 20, 2009
WHITEFISH, MONTANA (pop ... To live out a rustic Montana fantasy, book a cedar-walled room at Good Medicine Lodge, which feels like a set from "Legends of the Fall" (537 Wisconsin Ave., , from $95). (CNN)
Tight GNAC race as Western heads to Alaska Oct 19, 2009
Western, the preseason GNAC coaches pick to capture this year's crown, won both its league matches last week, defeating Western Oregon in four sets at home and sweeping Montana State Billings on the road ... Following the trip to Alaska, the Vikings entertain Seattle Pacific on Oct. 31, travel to Northwest Nazarene on Nov. 5 and to Central Washington on Nov. 7, and play host to Montana State Billings on Nov. 14 ... Mukilteo/Kamiak) had 10 kills with no errors in 12 attempts against Montana State... (Wwuvikings.com)
Seven ways to make Dad's retirement easy - er - easier (3) Oct 18, 2009
The Prairie Star: Montana Ag Newspaper ... Montana ag business directory. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
10 Perfect Days in Big Sky Country Oct 17, 2009
Big Sky county, which includes Montana and Wyoming and three of America's most stunning national parks Yellowstone, Glacier, and Grand Teton is where our pioneer dreams are born ... Finding the best spots off the beaten path requires expert advice, however, so we turned to Caroline Bach Wood of in Bozeman, Montana. (Concierge.com)
REBECCA WAGE: Must reduce pork-barrel spending Oct 17, 2009
Add trips to Missouri and Montana - both of which Obama narrowly lost - and almost 80 percent of the administration's official domestic travel has been concentrated in states likely to be key to Obama's re-election effort in 2012 ... Add trips to Missouri and Montana - both of which Obama narrowly lost - and almost 80 percent of the administration's official domestic travel has been concentrated in states likely to be key to Obama's re-election effort in 2012. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Game to go: Mobile butcher processes hunter harvests Oct 16, 2009
His single deer had to be squeezed into a schedule filled with other people s meat, from all over Montana. His Montana Mobile Meats Ltd. rig has attracted a small but growing crowd of hunters who appreciate his skills turning big hairy carcasses into neat white packages ... Traveling butchers have come and gone around Montana for years. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Humphreys Guns For 500 Against UTSA Oct 16, 2009
She has taken advantage of playing all rotations this year too as a she has gone over 10 digs four times this year, including each of her last three matches, but had not had more than nine since she put up a career high 27 digs in the very first match of her career in August of 2007 against Montana State. Early Bird Special: It's no surprise that jumping out to an early lead has aided in the Ladyjacks' 15 victories this season, but the Ladyjacks are in the midst of a five-set funk that they have... (Sfajacks.com)
Nationally Ranked 'Jacks Take Win Streak to Conway, Ark. Oct 16, 2009
It is the fewest points the 'Jacks have surrendered to a ranked opponent since holding No. 19 Montana State to 13 in 2002, and the fewest surrendered to a top-10 team since holding third-ranked Troy State to 10 points in 1996. Junior quarterback recorded a touchdown pass against the Cowboys, which gives him 64 for his career. (Sfajacks.com)
The Foley Report: Notre Dame Oct 16, 2009
The sight of the green jerseys created a frenzy in the stands and the Irish never looked back with Joe Montana leading them to victory ... USC took a commanding 24-6 lead only to have Joe Montana lead the Irish to spectacular 4th quarter comeback to take a 25-24 lead. (USC Sports -- Rivals.com)
Big names decline to attend energy symposium Oct 15, 2009
The other states participating in the symposium are Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington. Posted in on Thursday, October 15, 2009 12:00 am | Tags. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Obama goes mainly to states that voted for him Oct 15, 2009
Add trips to Missouri and Montana - both of which Obama narrowly lost - and almost 80 percent of the administration's official domestic travel has been concentrated in states likely to be key to Obama's re-election effort in 2012. While similar data haven't been compiled for previous administrations, new presidents traditionally have used official travel to shore up - and add to - their political base. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Democrats work to finalize health legislation Oct 15, 2009
Two Montana Democratic senators, for instance, said they personally appealed to Napolitano to get money for lower-priority border projects. That includes a $15 million plan to build a station the size and cost of a Hollywood mansion at the sleepy Whitetail, Montana, border crossing. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Obama’s travels carry a touch of blue Oct 14, 2009
Add trips to Missouri and Montana both of which Obama narrowly lost and almost 80 percent of the administration's official domestic travel has been concentrated in states likely to be key to Obama's re-election effort in 2012 ... - To contact Havre Daily News- Phone: (406) 265-6795 - Fax: (406) 265-6798 - Toll Free Phone: (800) 993-2459 or send mail to: The Havre Daily News, PO Box 431, Havre, Montana 59501. (Havre Daily News, MT)
The real female maverick in GOP: Olympia Snowe Oct 14, 2009
or Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus of Montana in on her secret. She did call her Republican leader, Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, Tuesday morning to break the news about her plans. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
8 places every American should see Oct 14, 2009
This majestic park, bordered by Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, preserves an enormous natural bounty: It is home to 10,000 hot springs and 300 geysers, numerous lakes and rivers, and wildlife such as bighorn sheep, bison, grizzly bears, and more than 1,000 gray wolves. Don't Miss. (CNN)
Montana stops wolf hunting near Yellowstone Oct 14, 2009
Wildlife officials in Montana will consider changes to the state's inaugural wolf hunt after nine of the predators were shot in just three weeks along the border of Yellowstone National Park. More than 1,300 gray wolves were removed from the endangered species list in Idaho and Montana this spring following a costly federal restoration effort ... -- Montana wildlife commissioners shut down gray wolf hunting Tuesday in backcountry adjacent to Yellowstone National Park after nine of the predators... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
More of this story Oct 13, 2009
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Patriot League Football Release - 10.12.09 Oct 13, 2009
The Raiders are one of only five remaining undefeated teams in the nation, along with No. 1 Richmond, No. 3 Montana, No. 4 New Hampshire and Butler. Colgate's six-game season-opening win streak is its longest since winning its first 15 games in 2003, and the Raiders are at 6-0 for just the eighth time in school history. (Patriotleague.com)
