Montana is the Treasure State, so of course rock hounding is a popular pastime. Montana's history is based on the discovery of gold, gems, and other minerals - today there are so many resources and groups for those who love rocks, gems, and geology.
It's been a windy few days on and around Fort Peck Lake, and the Wind Advisory has been extended through Friday. Winds on the lake are not expected to be quite as strong as they were Thursday, but still strong enough to make small craft boating dangerous.
Now let's talk about Eddi as a blood donor. Vitalent tells us that to date, Eddi has donated an astonishing 238 times. And it is in her honor that on Monday, May 20th from 12pm to 3pm, Vitalent will be hosting a citywide blood drive at the Maroon Activities Center at 550 E. Mercury St. Fastracks are encouraged and you can do so online at vitalent.org
Organizers have announced the second wave of performers coming to the Montana Folk Festival in Butte, Montana this July 12-14. “It’s shaping up to be a strong lineup for this July's Montana Folk Festival packed with master musicians and dancers” says Festival Director George Everett. "You can expect to find plenty that's familiar but also to be amazed at the variety and diversity of the event."