Montana Football: Bobby Kennedy is ready for his first game as Montana Grizzlies head coach, calling Washington-Grizzly Stadium “the Mecca of FCS football” as UM opens Aug. 29 vs. Southern Utah. Wildfire Response: Eric Martinson, a Gallatin Rappel Crew member and Minnesota North Vermilion alumnus, returned to the Ely area where he first found his passion—now helping fight remote fires from the air. Healthcare & Youth: SIM-MT brought hands-on healthcare simulation training to MedStart students in Miles City, giving teens realistic practice for emergencies. Local Government: Whitefish City Council weighs whether to add carryover mills to its FY27 budget, with staff warning the legislative session could strip some of the city’s remaining mill capacity. Civil Rights: A federal judge ordered the release of Jesus Verde Hernandez, saying he was unlawfully detained by Customs and Border Patrol without warrant or probable cause. Art & Culture: Brinton Museum in Big Horn announced William Gollings: Collected Treasures, a free reception Aug. 14 celebrating the American West artist’s legacy. Community Safety: FWP urged Miles City residents to be bear-aware as black bears move into new areas, especially with fall’s higher food-seeking risk. Montana Medicine: RiverStone Health marked 30 years of the Montana Family Medicine Residency program in Billings, highlighting its rural training mission and nearly 200 graduates.