Big Sky Times

Congress’ troubled ‘history with earmarks’ raises alarm with Conservative Action Project, as Democrats, Republicans rollback ban

By Benjamin Kibbey | Mar 25, 2021

Despite pushback from conservative groups, Republicans seem willing to overturn their long-held party prohibition on earmarks that have in the past led to such projects as a rainforest in Iowa and a teapot museum.

Gov. Bullock’s Senate campaign gets $27 million windfall

By Benjamin Kibbey | Oct 27, 2020

In his latest bid to move out of Helena and on to Washington D.C., Democratic Gov. Steve Bullock's U.S. Senate campaign has raised $26.8 million in the third quarter of 2020, setting a fundraising record for a state with just over 1 million residents.

State House candidate for District 43 calls on Montanans to pull together in crisis

By Benjamin Kibbey | Jul 24, 2020

The Republican candidate for the Montana House of Representatives, Kerri Seekins-Crowe, has taken a stance against restrictions that would prevent Montana’s children from returning to school in the fall.

Economists, farmers see hope in future trade for Montana

By Benjamin Kibbey | May 31, 2020

Montana farmers may see recovery in 2020 if regional economists are right in their predictions.

Bullock extends relief measures to residents, businesses affected by COVID-19 restrictions

By Benjamin Kibbey | Apr 1, 2020

After first ordering many Montana businesses to close March 20, Gov. Steve Bullock has now taken further steps as confirmed COVID-19 cases climbed to 185 with 4 fatalities, most recently offering relief to residents and businesses affected by restrictions.