Corvallis School District’s interim superintendent Pete Joseph has strong ties to the Corvallis community, feels that he has come home, and has a strong vision for the future of the school.

The Montana Department of Agriculture toured value-added agriculture in Missoula and the Bitterroot Valley on Thursday.

Independence Day celebrations are taking place at various locations throughout the Bitterroot Valley.

The City of Hamilton has limited the discharge of fireworks in the city limits to July 4 and Dec. 31.

As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, local law enforcement agencies and the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP) are encouraging Montanans to plan for a sober ride home before they celebrate.

Backus, who retired on June 10, had the same eye for children and their pets, politicians and their people, and the ephemeral public displays that make small-town America such a unique way of life. 

Corvallis High School FFA is raising funds by selling fireworks through July 5 in Lolo, reports a great season with competition success, and is gearing up for national competition.

The Bitterroot Community Band is 30 members strong this year with musicians spanning seven decades who are enjoying each other, playing their instruments and entertaining the crowd.

The event includes a Bitterroot River bike ride led by Sula Fire Chief Christy Bennett and team, live music by Sandy Wells, food and a ceremony honoring veterans and first responders.

A lot has changed in the valley over the past 50 years and the Bitter Root Humane Association has grown and changed along with it.