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As Montana's food banks deal with record demand in the wake of soaring food costs and other everyday expenses, the Town Pump Charitable Foundation is matching $1 million to help raise $4 million during its annual fundraising campaign for food banks, including the Headwaters Area Food Bank in Three Forks. Over 100 food banks statewide are participating this year in the "Be A Friend in Deed" campaign, which began in 2001. The campaign has raised over $44 million for Montana food banks in 20... Full story
HELENA, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte and Montana Department of Agriculture Director Christy Clark last week aannounced a letter of intent for Heineken International Cerveceria Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma (Heineken International) to increase its purchase volume of Montana barley products. “We’re thrilled Heineken recognizes the superior quality of Montana barley and wants to do more business with our farmers,” Governor Gianforte said. “This agreement ushers in tremendous opportunities for our ag industry.” Governor Gianforte signed the letter of in... Full story
I am in a season of life where I frequently ask myself, “What are God’s plans and purpose for my life? I am reminded of the familiar verse…. “For I know the plans I have for you.” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV I have even more questions when I think about and dissect this verse. I often wonder if I am correctly hearing God’s plans for my life. Life… is like Swiss cheese, a metaphor that resembles the battles we often face. The holes are the struggles, ch... Full story
Cassi Hammerness, Cardwell, returned from Bozeman as part of REAL Montana (Resource Education and Agriculture Leadership). For Cassi and other members of REAL Montana Class V, this was the first of ten seminars in their two-year educational program. While in Bozeman, the class completed personality assessments, participated in a high ropes course, and received training on networking and building relationships. Class members participated in the first module in a series focused on fundamental... Full story
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Deputy Assistant Administrator for Pollution Prevention Jennie Romer visited the Bridger Brewing location in Three Forks to learn more about a Montana Pollution Prevention Program (MTP2) endeavor to develop an environmental certification process for breweries. The Sustainable Brewery Certification (SBC) was started as a pilot project in 2020 by Bridger Brewing Director of Operations Daniel Pollard, Last Best Planet, and the Montana Manufacturing... Full story
On September 20, Ellie West released her book "Soar: How to rise above the turbulence and watch your dreams take flight" on Amazon. The book skyrocketed to the top of nine Amazon Bestseller Categories within a short time. West hit the number one spot in Journal Writing, Spiritual Growth, Travel Writing, Journaling, Aviation & Nautical Biographies & Memoirs, Women's Personal Spiritual Growth, Travel Biographies and Memoirs, and Biographies, Reference & Collections. West said it was exciting to... Full story
Continuing his 56 County Tour last week in Broadwater and Jefferson counties, Governor Greg Gianforte highlighted the strength of Montana's workforce, meeting with small business owners and employees, first responders, medical professionals, and tradesmen. Beginning his afternoon in Townsend, the governor grabbed lunch at Full Belli Deli, owned and operated by Dakota and Heidi Bingham. There, the governor had lunch, met Heidi, and thanked her and her employees for adding greater vibrancy to the... Full story
Fetch! Pet Care is bringing experienced, caring pet professionals to Montana. Bozeman resident Brittney Billings is pleased to announce today the launch of Fetch! Pet Care Montana. Services include puppy check-ins, private dog walking, private doggie daycare, pet sitting, horse care, animal transportation and more. Her team will cover a large territory, including Three Forks, Belgrade, Four Corners, Bozeman, Butte, and other cities and towns. “I didn’t see a professional and dependable pet care service in our area and recognized Fetch wou... Full story
Edgewater Farms will open their doors for the fourth year on September 23. Many residents of Broadwater County and the surrounding areas have made this a fall tradition and co-owner Nancy Davis says that is what they hoped to create. "We want a place that children can spend 3 to 4 hours and not want to leave," Davis says, "A place that families can spend time together and never run out things to keep their interest." This year, opening weekend is going to be larger than in previous years. If... Full story
Earlier this summer, there was some excellent news for the Three Forks Market when they officially opened 20 new sites at their RV Park. According to owner Rick Lamb, the 20 sites include a new building with bathrooms and showers, now making it a fully self-contained campground. The new sites also include new trees, landscaping, gravel, and fencing. "It really turned out nice," Lamb said. With a total of 29 sites at the RV Park, Lamb is excited about what the additions brings to Three Forks.... Full story
The Montana Department of Commerce announced last week that $400,000 of federal economic development grant funding has been allocated to Broadwater County to provide a loan to Jackrabbit Pub, LLC for the purchase of new commercial kitchen equipment. The grant funding comes from Commerce's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Economic Development Grant program. "At Commerce, we're always proud to support Montana's small businesses, which help our rural communities grow their economies and pro... Full story
Relationships are the core of everything…they are embedded in every part of our lives. Some of them may be healthy, while others aren’t. We may feel closer to people that we aren’t even related to and feel distant from those in our own families. We may even have solid or broken relationships with our employers. Within relationships, we can witness the good in the lives of the people we love, but we also have to navigate challenging relationships like hurt, betrayal, disappointment, and frustrations. It seems that, at times, we handle compl...
While pursuing the Three Forks' Farmers' Market, visitors will come across a booth featuring custom tumblers made by a friendly face. Kim Lazoff, the founder of Custom Cups by Kim, started crafting several years ago after learning how to create each item by watching YouTube videos. After watching a video about sublimation – the process of printing a pattern onto a solid material using ink and heat – Lazoff decided to give it a try, despite not having the tools to do so. "I love the process and b... Full story
Stockman Bank has established the Montana Flood Relief Fund to assist those affected by record flooding across Montana this week. Thousands of residents and tourists have been trapped and isolated by the rising waters, which have also caused significant damage to roads, bridges and homes along area rivers and lowlands. Stockman has opened the Fund with an initial deposit of $10,000 and will then match each deposit, dollar for dollar, up to an additional $15,000. "I have not seen widespread...
BOZEMAN, Mont. – Governor Greg Gianforte last week joined business leaders to discuss his administration's pro-jobs, pro-growth policies fueling job creation, growth, and prosperity in Montana. The discussions took place at today's Montana "On The Rise" Economic Summit, which U.S. Senator Steve Daines and the Montana Chamber Foundation cohosted. "Our unmatched quality of life, tight-knit communities, and hardworking people make Montana an exceptional place to do business," Gov. Gianforte s...
STAFF REPORT The Bridger Brewing Three Forks location will be opening this summer. While acknowledging they have been dealing with post-COVID supply chain and labor shortages, Max Rabidue of Bridger Brewing said they are slated to open the property near the intersection of US 287 and I-90 the first two weeks of July. The groundbreaking for the location took place in the spring of 2021. According to a release from the company who currently has a location at 1609 S. 11th in Bozeman, the new...
Aunt Dofe's Gallery in Willow Creek is hosting the opening reception for artist Jon Lodge this week. The "Pulse Interval Analysis" opening is scheduled for May 6, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 102 Main Street in Willow Creek. The display is scheduled at the gallery until June 10. Hours are Saturday and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., or by appointment by calling 406-570-6986. Jon Lodge grew up in Red Lodge, Montana, and studied jazz performance and composition at Berklee College of Music in Boston in...
Single family homes and condos and townhomes in Gallatin County fetched more than 100% of their asking price on average during March. Homes also sold quickly, averaging around 20 days on the market. While new listings and the inventory of available homes both dropped, the months supply of inventory increased in both the single family and condo/townhouse markets. “Our market continued to be intense in March, with homes selling quickly and above asking price,” said Joanna Harper, GAR Board President. “If typical increased seasonal demand combines...
A new local business will make it easier for Three Forks area residents, visitors, and businesses to get First Aid and CPR Training. Go Safety LLC was recently opened by Ashley Montgomery, who already has classes scheduled for late April and May. Montgomery said she is so thankful for her training during the handful of times she had to use it and is confident others feel the same and will want the training. “As a safety professional, preventing injury and illness for workers has been my career for 20 years. It carries into my family and p... Full story
I am so excited to be here as I will be sharing nuggets of inspiration, stories, and encouragement. There will also be opportunities for you, our readers, to ask me anything... My name is Ellie West, as a Certified Personal Empowerment Coach, I am passionate about serving, inspiring, and encouraging others and connecting heart to heart. I am very grateful to live here in my native state. How do you face your fears? The fear of the unknown-the fear of failure-the fear of dying-the fear of the... Full story
Community Health Partners (CHP) and Family Promise of Gallatin Valley are thrilled to announce the opening of their new respective Bozeman locations this month. The new facilities are located at 1695 and 1603 Tschache Lane in Bozeman, behind Lowe’s on north 19th Avenue. “This has been a dream in the works for CHP for more than four years,” said CHP CEO Lander Cooney. “Our board has laid the groundwork, our staff has facilitated the transition and our donors truly have made it happen. We are ecstatic to showcase this beautiful building to our...
Townsend Tire has broken ground on their new Three Forks/Wheatland location. Mike Larson, the owner of Townsend Tire, says that the shop's grand opening will be in June 2022; however, construction supply shortages may delay it. Even though the power lines are just across the street, North Western Energy predicts that it will be 24 months before the shop gets power. "If I have a building up in June, I'll figure out a way to run it," Larson said. The Three Forks/Wheatland location has been in the... Full story
Two Montana ranchers were selected to serve on the Beef Promotion Operating Committee (BPOC) for the Beef Checkoff. Katie Cooper of Willow Creek was selected to continue serving and Kiley Martinell from Dell was selected for the first time. The BPOC is the body responsible for developing the annual budget, which must be approved by the full Beef Board and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), for developing plans and programs in the areas of promotion, research, consumer information, industry information, foreign marketing, and producer...
After earning a business degree and pursuing a corporate career throughout her early twenties, Kelsey Johnson decided it was time for a change. In 2018, Johnson would leave her sales career to pursue artistry full time and started the KRae Artwork & Illustration Company. Having lived for several years in a rental in Bozeman, Johnson decided it was again time for a change. "Our dream of moving somewhere quieter in the valley came true, and we purchased our first home in Three Forks in November,"... Full story
Three Forks Floral owner Mo Denny described Valentine's Day as crazy. And while many customers may only see her for a few minutes during the hectic February shopping season, the planning for Denny starts well in advance. Denny said that as soon as Christmas is over, she will start thinking about what she wants to do for Valentine's Day and get this done quickly because wholesalers need orders by the second week of January. With the holiday approaching, Denny said the most challenging thing for...
