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Famed Montana paleontologist Jack Horner named in Epstein files • Daily Montanan
Now-retired MSU professor and renowned paleontologist Jack Horner thanked Jeffrey Epstein and “the girls” for his visit in 2012.
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February 3, 2026 at 6:01 PM
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U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy signed onto a brief filed at the U.S. Supreme Court that argues against the common understanding of birthright citizenship and leans heavily on case that was originally used to deny Native Americans citizenship. dailymontanan.com/2026/02/02/s... #mtpol #montana #mtnews
Sheehy joins birthright citizenship battle with fellow Congressmen • Daily Montanan
U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy joins a friends-of-the-court effort to convince the United States Supreme Court to reject the current definition of birthright citizenship.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Famed Montana paleontologist Jack Horner named in Epstein files: “Jeffrey and the girls were very gracious hosts." By @keilaszpaller.bsky.social. dailymontanan.com/2026/02/02/f... #mt #montana #mtpol #mtnews
Famed Montana paleontologist Jack Horner named in Epstein files • Daily Montanan
Now-retired MSU professor and renowned paleontologist Jack Horner thanked Jeffrey Epstein and “the girls” for his visit in 2012.
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February 3, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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NEWS: Trump orders removal of signs at #Montana's Little Bighorn National Monument, upset w/language describing broken promises to Native American tribes.

We are a great enough country to remember what we did well, and not well. Those who forget history are doomed to repeat it. #mtnews
February 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM
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In #Montana, the analysis found that surrounding communities had steady job and income growth. #mtnews #mtpol billingsgazette.com/outdoors/art...
Missouri Breaks monument fuels income, job, tourism growth in Montana, analysis finds
Research shows that conserving public lands like the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument helps to safeguard and highlight amenities that draw new visitors, businesses, and residents to surro...
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February 2, 2026 at 3:23 PM
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Trump Admin to desecrate Little Big Horn Battlefield
Memorials mentioning history that includes broken treaties re: US & Indigenous political relations as well as the fact kids were sent to boarding schools are deemed a violation of anti-'woke' fed directives.
Pic: An exhibit targeted
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February 2, 2026 at 1:47 AM
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Polson Patriots rallying in support of freedom and democracy!
Shut Out ICE Rally-Polson, Montana
Saturday, January 31st-MT Hwy 35 & US Hwy 93, Polson, MT
#Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton #StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #Indivisible #mobilze #50501Montana
February 1, 2026 at 8:09 PM
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Polson Patriots rallying in support of freedom and democracy!
Shut Out ICE Rally-Polson, Montana
Saturday, January 31st-MT Hwy 35 & US Hwy 93, Polson, MT
#Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton #StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #Indivisible #mobilze #50501Montana
February 1, 2026 at 8:08 PM
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Polson Patriots rallying in support of freedom and democracy!
Shut Out ICE Rally-Polson, Montana
Saturday, January 31st-MT Hwy 35 & US Hwy 93, Polson, MT
#Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton #StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #Indivisible #mobilze #50501Montana
Polson Patriots rallying in support of freedom and democracy! Shut Out ICE Rally-Polson, Montana Saturday, January 31st - MT Hwy 35 & US Hwy 93, Polson, MT #Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton #StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #Indivisible #mobilze #50501Montana
February 1, 2026 at 8:04 PM
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POLSON - MONTANA
Today - Saturday January 3st
Noon - 2:00 PM
Hwy 35 & Hy 93
Protest along the sidewalks at the corner of Highways 35 & 93
#Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton
#StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #Indivisible
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January 31, 2026 at 4:52 PM
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POLSON, MONTANA
TODAY - Saturday - January 31st
Join us from Noon-2PM at the intersection of MT Hwy 35 and US Hwy 93 for a protest concerning ICE's recent actions.
#Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton
#StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #Indivisible
January 31, 2026 at 4:40 PM
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Bozeman Montana police department issues excellent statement on ICE activity (🧵)

“During these tense times, we wanted to remind residents that we’re committed to keeping Bozeman safe and protecting the constitutional rights of every person who lives, works, and visits our city.”

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January 31, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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On Saturday January 31st join us from Noon-2PM at the intersection of MT Hwy 35 and US Hwy 93 for a protest concerning ICE's recent actions.
#MTpol #MTleg #MTnews #flatheadcounty #lakecounty #Polson #Montana #Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton #StandWithMinneapolis
January 31, 2026 at 4:25 PM
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The U.S. Geological Survey reported that an earthquake with a 4.2 magnitude rattled Cascade County, originating about 7.5 miles northeast of Malmstrom Air Force Base at 12:41 p.m., Thursday. By @darrellehrlick.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/briefs/earth... #mtnews #montana
Earthquake rattles Great Falls area as officials warn of aftershocks • Daily Montanan
The U.S Geological Survey reported a 4.2 magnitude earthquake near Great Falls on Thursday.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:55 AM
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Blue Cross Blue Shield fought in Lewis and Clark County District Court to stop the Commissioner of Securities and Insurance from moving ahead with an investigation into a massive data breach affecting 460K+. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/01/29/b... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
Blue Cross Blue Shield argues state investigation should be halted
A data breach spawned an investigation, a lawsuit and frustrated Montanans in the largest data breach in state history.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:03 PM
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January 29, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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“This administration cannot be trusted. We look forward to holding them to account for their lawless behavior.” — ACLU MT on judge finding MSU international students still need protection from fed'l government. @keilaszpaller.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/01/28/j... #mtnews #montana #mtpol
Judge denies U.S. government move to dismiss MSU student visa case • Daily Montanan
A judge said a couple of international students whose permission to be in the country was revoked by the government still need protection.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Saturday 1/31
Noon - 2PM - Shut Out ICE Protest
Protest along the sidewalks at the corner of Highways 35 & 93
#Polson #Pablo #Ronan #BigArm #Elmo #StIgnatius #Charlo #Dayton
#StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #Indivisible
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Shut Out ICE Protest Polson, Montana Saturday, January 31st, 2026 ICE out of MNN ICE out for Good Noon - 2:00 PM Corner of Highways 34 & 93
January 29, 2026 at 1:47 AM
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“We don’t want this in Helena. Our local law enforcement should not be obligated to cooperate with practices that undermine trust.” Hundreds of people asked the city to protect them from aggressive immigration tactics. By @jordyhansen.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/01/27/h... #mtnews #mtpol
Helena City Commission grapples with immigration resolution
Commissioners heard over three hours of public comment on Monday night in public discussion on immigration.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:17 PM
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Household income growth by state in real terms, 1970-2023. #mtnews
January 28, 2026 at 8:44 PM
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Flathead County ICE Out: National Shutdown
Friday, January 30, 4 – 5:30pm MST
Smith Fields, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937
#ColumbiaFalls #Whitefish #Kalispell #Bigfork #Evergreen
#StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #flatheaddemocrats #Indivisible
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Flathead County ICE Out: National Shutdown Friday, January 30, 4 – 5:30pm MST Smith Fields, 1600 Hospital Way, Whitefish, MT 59937 #ColumbiaFalls #Whitefish #Kalispell #Bigfork #Evergreen #StandWithMinneapolis #mtpol #mtleg #mtnews #flatheaddemocrats #IceOutForGood #Indivisible https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/893424/
January 28, 2026 at 8:43 PM
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Helena takes a stand against cooperation with ICE. #mtnews #mtpol #ice #montana #jamesreavis
January 28, 2026 at 4:54 PM
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“The (current) labeling doesn’t tell the truth. Why is it not revealed where the beef comes from?” Coalition calls on Montana delegation to support beef labeling. U.S. Rep. Zinke has expressed support. By @darrellehrlick.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/01/27/w... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
Where's the beef (from)? Coalition says no Farm Bill without mandatory beef labeling. • Daily Montanan
A group of Montana organizations and ranchers have joined together to support mandatory country-of-origin labeling for American -- and Montanan -- beef.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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A series of public opinion polls show strong opposition from western voters to President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Bureau of Land Management, Steve Pearce. By @mddrew.bsky.social: dailymontanan.com/2026/01/26/p... #mtnews #mtpol #montana
Poll shows Montanans oppose nomination of Pearce to lead BLM • Daily Montanan
Survey indicates approval for elected officials would drop with support for Pearce; Sen. Daines has called Pearce a ‘great pick;’
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January 27, 2026 at 6:31 PM
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NEWS: Montana 's estimated population, as of 7/1/25, is 1,144,694 a gain of 7,137 since 7/1/25 or a 0.6% increase.

Since 4/1/20, #Montana has grown by 60,463 people or 5.6%. #mtnews US Census Bureau
January 27, 2026 at 5:49 PM