Increased Investor Interest in Montana Farmland may Crowd out Local Farmers
Montana is known for its agricultural production. But over the past 15 years, the state’s farmland has been shrinking and as the acreage dwindles, the land is becoming increasingly appealing to investors.
Painting with a Purpose
A Montana artist paints the rivers he loves in an effort to raise awareness about the need to protect them as they face increased pressures from rising temperatures, decreasing snowpack and rapid development. Using the proceeds from his paintings to support local conservation groups, he's making a difference one brush stroke at a time.
High Demand Fuels Self-Storage Gold Rush in Montana
All across Montana from the smallest towns to the biggest cities, storage facilities are everywhere. As consumer demand skyrockets, the self-storage market is experiencing unprecedented growth.
Avalanche Dogs Play a Key Role on the Big Sky Ski Patrol Team
At Big Sky Resort, avalanche dogs are an integral part of the ski patrol team. With their highly sensitive noses, and ability to clear debris fast, their unique skills play a life-saving role.
Struggling to Stay: Tenants Protest Alleged Illegal Evictions
Residents of an income-restricted housing development in Bozeman are speaking out against the actions of their landlords, alleging that they’re being threatened with illegal evictions after speaking out against unsafe living conditions in their units.
Craft Brewery Taps into Sustainability for Earth Month
Rising temperatures are putting key ingredients for brewing beer at risk, such as barley and hops. This Earth Month, one brewery is taking action by crafting a sustainable beer both to raise environmental awareness and safeguard the future of the industry.
Big Sky Makes History with the Opening of the World’s Longest 8-Seat Chairlift
Big Sky Resort is raising the bar and breaking records with the launch of the longest 8-seat chairlift in the world — Madison 8. With heated seats and the resort’s signature blue bubble, it promises skiers a faster and warmer ride up the coldest side of the mountain.
Longest 8-Seat Chairlift in the World to Debut at Big Sky Resort this Season
What does it take to build a chairlift that breaks records and lasts decades? The construction team at Big Sky Resort discusses the steps to bringing the longest 8-person chairlift in the world to life.
Bozeman’s Housing Market Trends with some of the Country’s Priciest Cities
Bozeman’s housing market shows no signs of slowing down with median home prices up 13% from last year. AS prices outpace national averages, low inventory and high demand spark bidding wars creating a challenge for buyers.
A Refuge for Reproductive Care: Montana sees Increase in Out of State Abortions
As restrictions and bans on abortion go into effect in several states across the U.S., some states have experienced increases in abortions as patients cross state lines to access care.
Big Sky Tram Construction Nears Completion
The construction team at Big Sky Resort is just a few months out from wrapping up construction on the Lone Peak Tram. Replacing the ski area’s original tram in use since 1995, the new lift will have more than ten times the capacity, and will bring skiers to the summit in a fraction of the time.
Never Call Last Run
Ski resorts struggle to stay alive amid rising temperatures that have stamped a looming expiration date on skiing in New England. Never Call Last Run takes a hard look at the effects of rising temperatures on the East Coast and offers a glimmer of hope through one resort that has taken monumental steps towards more sustainable operations – not just for their own survival, but for the future of skiing as we know it.