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VA Purchase Loans in Montana average $408,451 for Q2

By Big Sky Times | Oct 4, 2024

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Montana in the second quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $408,451, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Montana ranks 18th in average VA home loan amount in 2023

By Big Sky Times | Oct 3, 2024

With $384,562 in issued loans, Montana ranked 18th for the average amount of a VA home loan in 2023, according to figures provided by the Veteran Affairs Home Loans Index.

Montana emphasizes importance of early breast cancer detection during awareness month

By Big Sky Times | Oct 3, 2024

The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has highlighted the prevalence of breast cancer among women in Montana, noting that it accounts for 33% of new cancer diagnoses each year. Breast cancer occurs when cells in the breast grow uncontrollably and can spread to other parts of the body.

FDA Inspection: What type of Montana companies were under most scrutiny during September?

By Big Sky Times | Oct 1, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Food and Cosmetics company from Montana in September.

Montana honors centenarians at Governor's Conference on Aging

By Big Sky Times | Oct 1, 2024

Montana centenarians were celebrated at a special luncheon held in Billings as part of the 55th annual Governor’s Conference on Aging. The event took place at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center, where attendees gathered to honor these individuals for their contributions and inspiration.

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In Montana, 143 people have died after receiving COVID-19 “vaccine”

By Big Sky Times | Sep 30, 2024

Montana registered 143 deaths after admission of a “COVID-19” MRNA injection, according to the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

Gianforte receives final report from behavioral health commission

By Big Sky Times | Sep 30, 2024

Governor Greg Gianforte has received the final report from the Behavioral Health System for Future Generations (BHSFG) Commission, which contains recommendations to reform and improve Montana's behavioral health (BH) and developmental disabilities (DD) services systems.

Montana man pleads guilty to possessing child sexual abuse material

By Big Sky Times | Sep 30, 2024

A Montana man has pleaded guilty to one count of sexual abuse of children after authorities discovered child sexual abuse material on his cell phone. The plea was entered in Hill County District Court, as announced by Attorney General Austin Knudsen.

VA provides 358 home loans in Montana totaling $142.1 million in Q2

By Big Sky Times | Sep 28, 2024

The U.S. Department of Veterans' Affairs (VA) issued 358 home loans totaling $142.1 million in Montana during the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Senate Candidate Sheehy: 'Illegal immigrant invasion is destroying our country'

By Big Sky Times | Sep 27, 2024

U.S. Senate Candidate Tim Sheehy, a GOP candidate in Montana, said that the influx of illegal immigrants is "destroying our country." Sheehy gave his statement to the Big Sky Times on September 20.

Inflation in Montana outpaces national average as of August 2024

By Big Sky Times | Sep 26, 2024

As of August 2024, Montana experienced a 22.1% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.3% increase.

Gianforte allocates $2.5M for behavioral health in rural Montana

By Big Sky Times | Sep 26, 2024

Governor Greg Gianforte has announced a $2.5 million investment to aid rural counties and tribal communities in Montana in addressing behavioral health needs. This funding is part of the $300 million secured by the governor last year to reform Montana’s behavioral health and developmental disabilities services systems, as recommended by the Behavioral Health System for Future Generations (BHSFG) Commission.

Montana centenarians to be honored at special luncheon in Billings

By Big Sky Times | Sep 26, 2024

Montana centenarians will be honored on Tuesday, October 1 at noon in Billings at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center during a special luncheon.

VA provides 243 home purchase loans in Montana in Q2

By Big Sky Times | Sep 25, 2024

There were 243 VA home purchase loans issued in Montana in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2024 totaling $99.3 million, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Montana allocates $3.5 million from J&J settlement to aid child advocacy centers

By Big Sky Times | Sep 25, 2024

Attorney General Austin Knudsen announced that the Montana Department of Justice will allocate an additional $3.5 million to support Montana Children's Advocacy Centers (CACs). This funding aims to enhance the care and response for child survivors of crime and abuse across the state. The funds originate from a recent settlement with Johnson & Johnson, resolving allegations that the company sold baby powder containing carcinogenic asbestos.

Montana highlights National Falls Prevention Week with workshops and resources

By Big Sky Times | Sep 23, 2024

The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is promoting National Falls Prevention Week, which takes place from September 23-27, 2024. This week serves as an opportunity for Montanans to consider factors that increase their risk of falling and actions they can take to mitigate those risks.