Montana faces persistent mental-health challenges that are amplified by rural geography, workforce shortages, and a high veteran population. But there’s been a shift in the Veterans Administration’s mental-health funding structure from outdated formulas that rewarded volume over innovation to new […] The post NAMI Keeps Veteran and Youth Mental Wellness in Sight first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Nutrient standards, water and wells… how do we protect water quality without breaking small town budgets?  Click on the podcast as Kelly Lynch of the Montana League of Cities and Towns joins us to talk about community nutrient standards, private […] The post Nutrients, Water, Wells, and Municipal Care first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Guest-host Steve Arveschoug, a longtime economic development leader in Montana, sits down with two of the state’s most recognizable mayors: Helena’s Wilmot Collins and Billings’ Bill Cole. They reflect on their biggest challenges and proudest moments — from pandemic pressures […] The post Reflections of a Montana Mayor first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Guest host Steve Arveschoug digs deep into what Winter 25-26 might have in store. He’ll be joined by Montana’s Weatherman, Ed McIntosh, and ag-weather expert Brian Bledsoe. How much moisture are we expected to receive? Are we heading toward one […] The post The Montana Winter Outlook first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana continues to face some of the toughest mental health challenges in the nation — from high suicide rates to limited access in rural communities. On this episode of Voices of Montana, we take a direct look at what’s driving […] The post Jason DeShaw and BCBS of Montana Team for Mental Health the Country Way first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana State University President Dr. Brock Tessman has been on the job since the first of July.  Click on the podcast to find out what’s on his plate … growing enrollment and boosting retention, advancing research and strengthening MSU’s role […] The post Back in the Big Sky and Ready to Roll first appeared on Voices of Montana.

From ranching to roaring — meet Montana’s Dino Cowboy Clayton Phipps! He and Peter Larson of the Black Hills Institute of Geological Research join the program to reveal the latest discovery rewriting dinosaur history — Nanotyrannus LIVES! The post Dino Cowboy Clayton Phipps’s Discovery of New T-Rex Species Finally Confirmed first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Our special Veterans Day program, live from Perkins Family Restaurant in Billings where veterans enjoyed a free breakfast, this year features Jack Kindleman, one of the few remaining WW2 veterans alive today.  We also learn about the Veterans Treatment Court […] The post WW II Veteran Highlights Special Veterans Day Salute first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Living with Type 1 diabetes can be isolating — but for kids in Montana, there’s a place where everyone understands what you’re gong through. Click on the podcast as Montana Youth Diabetes Alliance Executive Director Tonya Furhmann, and diabetes campers […] The post Montana Youth Diabetes Association – Mixing the Fun with Learning and Community first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana Commissioner of Securities and Insurance James Brown joins us to talk about consumer protection and insurance innovation. Commissioner Brown shares the update on the his investigation into a major data breach affecting over 460,000 Montana Blue Cross Blue Shield. […] The post Crypto-Fraud, Identity Theft, Insurance Rates, and Common Sense first appeared on Voices of Montana.

From the battlefield to the wilderness to Big Sky Country. Australian military veteran Lex D. Reilly brings his moving story of how courage, faith, and community can transform a warrior’s heart.  Known worldwide as the Australian Viking, Lex is telling […] The post A Warrior’s Healing Wilderness Journey Brings Hope for Peace for Many first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Holly O’Dell is President and CEO of Montana State Fund. She’s visiting our studio bringing $38.5 million dollars with her…. Okay, not exactly. But she is making the rounds across the state returning $38.5 million dollars in benefits to policy […] The post Non-Profit Montana State Fund Puts $38 Million Back into Employers’ Pockets first appeared on Voices of Montana.

From FAA Chapters to Convention to Careers. Click on the podcast to hear from Montana FFA members and mentors after a successful 98th annual National FFA Convention. How will the next generation of producers shape Montana’s agriculture? With Montana FFA Executive […] The post Young Montanans Preparing for a Future of Ag Leadership first appeared on Voices of Montana.

3rd generation Montana ranchers Dale and Janet Veseth have just made one of the largest and biggest donations for future generations in Montana’s history.  The Veseth’s are donating their $21 million, 38-thousand-acre ranch in Phillips County to the Ranchers Stewardship […] The post Keepin’ It in Ag – Veseth’s Donate $21 Million Cattle Ranch first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Montana Governor Greg Gianforte and handful of trade mission members unpacked some of their adventures and take-aways from the recent Montana Trade Mission to South Korea and Japan. From beef and wheat to bioscience and photonics, the trade mission aimed […] The post Made in Montana, Appreciated Worldwide – Unpacking the Trade Mission first appeared on Voices of Montana.

How far has gene therapy and genetics medicine advanced?  How accessible is that healthcare to Montanans? Click on the podcast to learn more about how Shodair Children’s Hospital‘s  world-class genetics program has served Montana families for 50 years, and how […] The post Making Gene Therapy Accessible in Montana first appeared on Voices of Montana.

From Montana to the world stage. Chef Miguel “Mike”  Hernandez just cooked his way to a top-five finish at the World Food Championships!  Yes, there’s a story behind it all. Click on the podcast as Mike visits in-studio to talk […] The post Montana Chef Takes Home Hardware from World Food Championships first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Every ten years, Montana voters get the chance to reexamine how their local governments operate. The question was on the ballot in 2024, and about a third of the counties and cities said, “Yes, let’s take a look at what […] The post Local Government Reviews – Unique to Montana, Going on Now first appeared on Voices of Montana.

A $38 trillion national debt, government borrowing over $6 billion a day, federal health insurance subsidies for almost everyone, and a Social Security Trust Fund that no one really trusts anymore … government spending is out of control. What can […] The post Ideas for a Responsible Federal Budget first appeared on Voices of Montana.

China has doubled down on its tariff threat to starve America of critical minerals. It’s not a boast. The communist country mines between 30-40 percent of all critical minerals in the world, and refines from 60-90 percent of the critical […] The post Critical Minerals – It’s Time to Shore-Up the U.S. Supply first appeared on Voices of Montana.