2017

In many ways, Rocky Heckman was a symbol of the values we hold dear in Montana. He was diligent. He was honest. He did his part to lend a helping hand. Rocky became well known in central Montana [...]

by Tiffany Sweeney Suicide. When we see this word, it is frequently accompanied by a whirlwind of emotions. Yet, we find ourselves shutting down, not wanting to discuss it. However, as Montanans [...]

Article by Brad Reynolds, Photos by Roland Taylor It was early morning when I met with the Ferrin brothers. TJ, the younger of the two, ushered me inside his family’s three-story furniture store [...]

When the United States jumped into World War II, many were shocked by the overwhelming support of Native Americans. After all, the United States did not have a history of treating Indians well. [...]

Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is the site of one of the most pivotal battles in American history. More than 3,000 men died over the course of the three day confrontation, with the Union finally [...]

On August 13, 2017 the Sun River Valley Historical Society will host a celebration in honor of Fort Shaw’s lasting historical importance to the region. The day will kick off with a flag raising [...]

The Central Montana Museum in Lewistown chronicles the area’s history, with a number of displays dedicated to Montanans who served the United States during times of war. Military uniforms, [...]

By Gen Geda The summer of 1879 proved to be sweltering, made hotter for those working by brick kilns, constantly firing the seemingly endless supply of brick spat from nearby molds. Soldiers, [...]

In recent years, Americans have shown a strong interest in understanding where their food comes from. How is it raised? How is it processed? Where does it go from there? In Montana, one of the [...]

By Kent Hanawalt In Montana, most ranches are termed cow/calf operations – the herd of cows is maintained year-round to produce a new crop of calves every year. The bulls are put in with the cows [...]