Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of July.
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🏘️ Community
Travelers are advised not to pack items such as bear spray, pocket knives, camping fuel, and local souvenir liquids when flying out of Montana airports — following TSA rules can help avoid delays during the busy summer season.
📰 Economy
ConsumerAffairs ranked Montana No. 15 overall in its 2026 relocation study — a three-spot climb that comes even as higher housing costs challenge newcomers.
Neighbors like Idaho, South Dakota, Wyoming and North Dakota ranked above, underscoring Montana’s appeal amid affordability concerns.
🌲 Environment
The Montana Department of Natural Resources reports over 41,000 acres have burned this season and urges residents to check the Montana Fire Info website & review local restrictions as wildfire risk stays high.
📰 Real Estate
An expansive 40-acre Butte property once owned by Brandon Blackstock is now offered for sale at $2.9 million, featuring a 6,400 sqft home, horse barn, indoor pool room & heated workshop.
The listing at 4482 Bull Run Gulch Road is managed by Ryan Underwood of Keller Williams Copper City Realty.
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