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We May Be in Store For an Early Fire Season! [AUDIO]

Jami Bond — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:29:01 +0000

It’s a warm one today! In fact we are expected record high temperatures before the day is up! What does this hot weather mean for the upcoming fire season? Earlier today U.S. Agricultural Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Interior Secretary Sally Jewel took part in a national media conference call to talk about the concern [...]

Latest on Montanans at Boston Marathon!

Jami Bond — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:20:24 +0000

There has been a third explosion in Boston at the JFK Library. This follows two blasts earlier today near the finish line of the Boston Marathon that killed two people and injured dozens more. As of now no other injuries are stemming from this third blast. Authorities aren’t certain this latest attack is related to the other two explosions but they are treating as though it does.

What Do You Call A Person From Montana?

Greg Tillotson — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:42:54 +0000

Every state has a name for its residence…I realized for the first time this morning that I have no idea what you call a person who lives in Montana. And the big embarrassment is that it happened on the K-Bear Morning Show. I need your help…what is the proper reference to a person who lives [...]

Proof That Living In Billings Is a Good Thing

Greg Tillotson — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 15:13:43 +0000

There is no better feeling than knowing that you made the right choice. Such was the case when I read the new Gallup/Healthways new Well Being Index this morning. This is the information that I shared on the K-Bear Morning show this morning. In the new information, Billings finished 6th in the best place to [...]

Who Wouldn't Want This

Greg Tillotson — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:23:47 +0000

Montana is in the Big Dance! Are you? Have you got yourself registered yet? Have you made your picks yet in the K-Bear Basketball Bracket Challenge yet? One Million dollars goes to a perfect score….and this 40 inch Hi-Def TV will go to someone local…Duke? Kansas? Gonzaga? Louisville? You have until Midnight Wednesday night to [...]

Montana Valentine's Day Getaways

Staci — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 23:10:27 +0000

Since Valentine’s Day is on a Thursday this year, why not head out of town with your sweetie for a fun, romantic getaway? We live and play in one of the most gorgeous states, so grab your babe and hit the road! Take a weekend to enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds us. If you [...]

Would You Like To See a "Guns Are Welcome Here" Sign In Your Local Store? [POLL]

JP — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 21:19:38 +0000

Guns and gun control has become a massive topic of discussion across the United States and a focal point of both national and state politics. The conversation has run non-stop on both sides of the issue. This latest YouTube video for a company advertising the sign pictured above has caused yet another heated round of discussion.

Gas Prices are Finally Dropping Just in Time for Holiday Travel!

Jami Bond — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 21:00:03 +0000

We are finally seeing some relief at the pump here in Montana! Prices have dropped 27 cents over the last month! According to Triple A, the average price for a gallon of gasoline in the Treasure State is down to $3.51. We are still higher than the national average of $3.44 a gallon. Prices are [...]

Molly The Pitbull – Missing Animals Report

JP — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 23:24:01 +0000

We received a letter today from a couple who had been traveling through our awesome city. Unfortunately their trip was marred by the loss of their beloved family dog. We’ve copied the letter into this post to help this couple reach as many people as possible. To Whom It May Concern: My name is Shirley Holloway. I [...]

The 2012 Montana Tour De Cure Ride For The American Diabetes Association [PHOTO]

JP — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 16:51:30 +0000

Townsquare Media was invited to come out to the American Diabetes Association's 2012 Tour De Cure. We brought a camera along and snapped a ton of great pics!

Sasquatch er' Bigfoot Spotted on Montana Highway! [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 14:49:56 +0000

The Bigfoot story will never die however a man dressed as Bigfoot did die! In a strange, freaky story, a man dressed as Sasquatch standing along highway 93 near Kalispell has died due to being hit by two cars!

Wild Fire Near Roundup Now at Over30,000 Acres [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 27 Aug 2012 15:04:59 +0000

The Delphia wild fire near Roundup that was reported on August 24 has grown to 30,000 acres. There is some good news and that is there is about 45% containment as of this morning. Northwestern Energy spokesperson, Claudia Rapkoch said that about 500 Northwestern Energy customers were without power over the weekend due to the fact that the fire burned

24th Annual Threshing Bee, August 18 and 19 [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 16:50:13 +0000

The last Threshing Bee I attended was when my family lived in Kansas about 15 years ago! This weekend, August 18 and 19 it is the 24th Annual Threshing Bee just east of Huntley at the Huntley Project Museum. Two full days of great food, drink and tractor fun for the entire family.

I'm Thinking About Buying A Town

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 21:30:07 +0000

I read in the paper today that Garryowen, Montana is up for auction on Wednesday, August, 15. For a second I thought maybe it would be kind of cool to own my own town! Name it Livin Large Larry-ville? Opening bid is $250,000!

How Well Do You Know Evel Knievel?

JP — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 21:01:16 +0000

Ask anyone around Montana who our state's biggest celebrity is and they will likely tell you Evel Knievel.

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27th Annual Big Sky State Games is This Weekend [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 15:39:47 +0000

Some of the sports for this years Big Sky State Games have taken place at various Montana sites and cities. But the bulk of the Big Sky State Games is happening this weekend with the opening ceremonies on Friday, July 20 with former gymnast Olga Korbut present. It is amazing how this event has grown [...]

Red Lodge Home of Champions Rodeo Begins Tonight [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 16:21:06 +0000

3 days of rodeo fun begins tonight in Red Lodge! 83 years of the Home of Champions Rodeo in Red Lodge! J.J. Harrison and Miss Rodeo Montana, Mariah Rys-Sikora joined in on the K-Bear Morning Show for a fun approach to the activities in Red Lodge this 4th of July week! Click to listen: 3 [...]

The 2012 Montana BBQ Cook-off in Absarokee is July 1 [AUDIO]

Livin Large Larry — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 19:32:31 +0000

This summer's Montana BBQ Cook-off in Absarokee is Sunday July 1. This will be my 2nd year judging the competition. This is one of my favorite events of the summer. My wife, Keri and I roll into Absarokee on the morning of the event and there is just something about the smell of a sizzling grill going before lunchtime!

Fun Run To Support Autism Awareness This Weekend

Jami Bond — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 19:17:04 +0000

Come out and support a great cause this weekend by participating in the Montana Autism Awareness 5K and 1 mile fun run! It’s set to begin at 8:00a.m.June 2 at the Laurel Sports Complex. All the proceeds from the event will stay right here in Montana to support Autism Awareness. For more information and to [...]

Beartooth Highway Is Now Open

Jami Bond — Wed, 30 May 2012 22:23:16 +0000

Beartooth Highway is now open! At least partially. I spoke with the Montana Department of Transportation and they told me that the scenic highway is open from Red Lodge to Vista Point but poor weather is keeping the Wyoming side of the highway closed. The Montana side opened Tuesday morning. Crews on the Wyoming side [...]