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Vinegar Valentines: Sour — Not Sweet — Nothings

Some pranksters used to enjoy mailing vinegar valentines, which involved gentle teasing—a little joke here, a little poke there—meant to produce a smile.

February 14, 2023

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Grandpa’s Out Back Under the Lilac: Backyard Burials

Montana has no laws requiring bodies be interred in cemeteries. Backyard burials are allowed, unless a county has regulations or zoning ordinances against it.

February 7, 2023

Laws with Flaws: Dalmatian Toadflax Lurking in Your Backyard?

Dalmatian toadflax is listed in Mineral County Weed Management District’s Most Wanted Law. Half of Montana’s counties, in fact, have their own similar lists.

February 7, 2023

Architecture rendition of Helena's new Heritage Center

Changes Ahead with Montana’s Heritage Center in Helena

Helena’s new Heritage Center will house the Montana Historical Society, thanks to the efforts of MTHS employees and some kindred spirits in the legislature.

February 7, 2023

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Affordable Dental Care in Retirement

While there’s no one simple solution to affordable dental care, a variety of options are available that can help cut your costs.

February 1, 2023

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5 Tips for Fostering Dogs

More than half of shelter dogs are adopted; however, fostering dogs is a proven way to help pets find new homes.

February 1, 2023

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7 Myths About Long Term Care

Thinking about how a potential need for long-term care may impact your future plans and loved ones? These long term myths may prevent you from taking action.

January 18, 2023

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Best Reacher-Grabber Tools of 2023

With so many different types of reacher-grabber tools on the market today, finding a good is not always easy. Here are some top-rated products to consider.

January 18, 2023

Montana governor Sidney Edgerton, who signed a wide roads law with flaws.

Wide Roads: Thinking Too Big When Inking A Montana Law

Sixty-six feet wide? The average width of Montana’s roads in 1865 was about 10 feet. These 20 legislators were talking about making them six times wider.

January 13, 2023

Winter Heart Attack Risks

Winter heart attack risks are higher than other times of the year, especially if you already have heart disease or have suffered a previous heart attack.

January 13, 2023