Michelle

When you want to rent a house in Montana and don't know where to start, perhaps these bargain, off the beaten path options can help. All of the rentals we've gathered here were available for about $100 per night, give or take.

The frustration with rising property taxes across Montana continues. No shocker there. People are angry, scared, and wondering how to make the skyrocketing bills slow down. What's happening now is not sustainable.

Bozeman residents are on the move - but they're trying very hard to stay IN Montana. Some people can't afford housing in the Bozeman area, others are simply not interested in the rapid growth that has taken over the Gallatin Valley.

This is a head shaker, especially with how many helpful resources there are about living in Montana. So many people insist on holding onto false expectations, incorrect data, and far outdated imagery about what life is really like in Montana. It has always been hard to live here, but there's another set of challenges now.

Montana has some weird people and even weirder animals that call it home. Who would have guessed that the rarest mammal in all of North America lives in Montana?

Where do you find the best dive bars in Montana? All over the state, really. If you've never taken a tour of Montana, we've put together a gallery of pictures of some of the most important bars across the land. Bars in small communities are important.

We love a good BLT sandwich and thought it appropriate to build a list of some of the best BLTs you can find in Montana. Bacon, lettuce, and tomato - and perhaps a little deli meat or some avocado. It all depends if you're a traditionalist or prefer some BLT extras.

Local women or newbie ladies, there's a ton of wonderful groups you can join to share your love of the outdoors. Montana has so much to offer everyone, but sometimes you just want to hang with the girls. No problem. Your passion is shared by thousands, so let's explore some of the best groups for women.

Everyone has heard the common reasons for Montanans moving out of state. In recent years it has overwhelmingly been about the soaring cost of housing. But that's not the only reason long-time Montana residents are now packing up and moving out.

Large amounts of mountain snow fell over the weekend in southwest Montana and other locations. An Avalanche Warning has been issued by the Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center. Popular backcountry recreation spots are included in Monday mornings Avalanche Warning.