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Hard work, culture, secrecy key to Utah State's prep for Week 1 opponent UTEP
Cache Valley Daily - Utah
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College football is finally returning to Cache Valley as Utah State will host its season opener against UTEP this Saturday to kick off the 2025 season. The offseason has featured change after change after change and plenty of secrecy. But all that...
Five things to watch: No. 2 Montana State Bobcats open season at FBS No. 7 Oregon Ducks
The Montana Standard
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BOZEMAN — The Montana State football team has never played at Autzen Stadium, and it’s only competed in Eugene, Oregon, once. Quarterback Norm Van Brocklin led Oregon to a 27-14 win over MSU at historic track and field venue Hayward Field to open...
Dubai princess posts first photo after engagement with French Montana, flaunts her ring
Hindustan Times
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August 29, 2025
Moroccan-American rapper French Montana is officially engaged to Dubai princess Sheikha Mahra, the daughter of Dubai ruler and United Arab Emirates Prime Minister Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Mahra has now shared her first Instagram post since...
Montana Western Fine Arts Gallery Presents “The Indigenous Salish of Central and Western Montana Lifeways and Perspectives”
Char-Koosta News - Montana
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Exhibition by CSKT member Tim Ryan set for September 5. (Courtesy Photo) The University of Montana Western Fine Arts Gallery is honored to present “The Indigenous Salish of Central and Western Montana Lifeways and Perspectives” by Salish artist,...
Why Montana’s Forest Sculpture Park Belongs on Your Bucket List
94.9 KYSS FM - Montana
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August 29, 2025
Montana is home to a lot of artists. People who can find inspiration in this wonderful state. Just walk through one of the many community markets and odds are you will see some of their work. Whether it’s pottery, jewelry, or woodworking, there is...
Montana Tech secures $7.5M grant to launch Center for Energy Technologies
The Montana Standard
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Montana Technological University announced Thursday that the Butte-based school has secured a $7.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation to establish the Center for Energy Technologies — a new research hub focused on energy systems....
Kentucky among states ordered to strip gender ideology from sex education materials
West Kentucky Star
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By Mark Maynard - Kentucky Today Aug. 29, 2025 | 11:09 AM | FRANKFORT Kentucky is one of 46 states and territories ordered to remove all references to gender ideology from federally funded sex education programs within the next 60 days or risk...
Scenes from the Montana Shakespeare in the Parks performance in Helena
Independent Record - Montana
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Montana Shakespeare in Park held its annual Helena stop at Anchor Park on Tuesday and Wednesday evening performing “As You Like It” and “Henry V.” For over 50 years, MSIP has shared the timeless works of Shakespeare with communities across Montana...
Across the Nation: Colleges embrace new tech, a scholarship for church members and a camp in Paradise Valley
The Christian Chronicle
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August 29, 2025
Across the Nation is our monthly rundown of news briefs, links and quotes from Churches of Christ across the U.S. Got an idea for this column? Email Calvin Cockrell at [email protected]. Featured image (above): Second Lieutenant Cody Goodwin,...
Why More Montanans Are Turning to Bishop Gold Group for Precious Metal Services
Billings Gazette - Montana
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Across Montana, more residents are taking time to think about how to protect their savings. Rising expenses, shifting interest rates, and uncertainty about the broader economy have encouraged people to explore options outside of traditional...
Trump Admin Awards $1.2 Billion Immigration Detention Contract to Mysterious Small Business
Independent Journal Review
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August 29, 2025
Last month, the Trump administration awarded a contract worth up to $1.2 billion to build and operate what it claims will be the nation’s largest immigration detention facility — not to a well-known defense or prison contractor, but to a small...
Montana schools prioritize safety amid national concerns
The MSU Exponent - Montana
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MONTANA - In the wake of a recent shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, schools across Montana are emphasizing their commitment to safety as students return to classrooms. Educators are taking proactive measures to ensure...
Research & Commentary: New Index Shows Montana Falling Behind in the Education Choice Revolution
The Heartland Institute
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A new report shows Montana is lagging behind in a nationwide education movement still building momentum. According to the 2025 EdChoice Friedman Index—a new measuring system released in April by the titular education reform organization, which is...
Montana Tech receives grant to fund energy systems research
NBC Montana
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BUTTE, Mont. — Montana Technological University received a $7.5 million grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation to make a new research hub that is focused on energy systems. The start of funding for the Center for Energy Technologies will...
City declares support for immigrants, refugees a month after Helena man detained
Independent Record - Montana
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Nearly a month after a Helena man was detained by federal agents, Helena declared its support for immigrants and refugees “as a reassurance.” “We stand by immigrants, and we stand by immigration,” Helena Mayor Wilmot Collins said Monday. The...
French Montana set to marry Dubai Princess Sheikha Mahra
East Coast Radio
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French Montana and Princess of Dubai, Sheikha Mahra bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, are engaged. A rep for the rapper confirmed the news with several media outlets. TMZ was the first to report the news, revealing that the 'Unforgettable'...
This Aspect Of American Culture Drove Me Absolutely Insane When I Visited The U.S.
The Travel
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August 29, 2025
When it comes to the differences between the U.S. and other countries when traveling, the list could be endless. Between the culture shock of the scale of the U.S., the reliance on cars over public transport, and the sky-high prices of medicines,...
Bozeman Arts & Culture for September 2025
WV News - West Virginia
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Editor’s note: Bozeman Arts & Culture is a monthly feature by Peggy Stebbins. To have your organization’s upcoming event considered for inclusion, please send a brief description to her at peggykstebbins@gmail.com. What’s On: Your Monthly Guide to...
$6M in afterschool funds released after federal pause shakes Montana programs
The MSU Exponent - Montana
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Montana’s Office of Public Instruction confirmed Thursday the Treasure State received previously frozen federal funds, more than $6 million, allocated for afterschool programing. The dollars were frozen for approximately three weeks while the...
French Montana's Royal Engagement: A Love Story with Billionaire Backing
Finance Monthly
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August 29, 2025
Rapper French Montana is about to join one of the richest royal families in the world, proving that love — and wealth — can collide in truly spectacular fashion. In a headline-grabbing twist, People reports that rapper French Montana has become...