Paul Mushaben

Paul Mushaben relocated to Montana from Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1979. His journey in play-by-play broadcasting began in 1982 in Billings, and he has remained dedicated to his current position since December 1985. Since its inception in March 1988, Paul has been a prominent fixture on Cat Country mornings. Alongside his on-air responsibilities, he is the owner and operator of a wheat and cattle ranch situated to the north of Billings. Among his proudest achievements are his four children.

You’ll Have to Pay a LOT For This New Billings Liquor License

The part that floored me was the opening bids amount for this liquor license.

Montanans, What Are Your End-of-Life Wishes?

Have you ever discussed with your loved ones your end-of-life options? I've told my kids to pull the plug and donate the organs if there are any good ones left after the accident.

Cross Your Fingers And Hope To… Keep Our Montana Students Safe (OPINION)

Our top security measure is luck, and so far, it's working.

Some Age Limits in Montana Laws Are Crazy And Should Change (OPINION)

This morning we got into a discussion about ages in Montana and what laws apply to age. I asked the question if anyone thinks that if Teddy Roosevelt were alive if he would agree with kids who are 12 in Montana must have a fishing license. The man who founded the National Park system who was a huge hunter and fisherman would say absolutely not...

More Evidence for Pandemic’s Havoc Wreaked on Montana Schools, National Test Scores (OPINION)

The quality of our graduates may not mean much to you but it does to me. We are setting them up for failure and not changing a thing...

Remember When? Classic Cars Take Us Back at Billings Burn The Point Event

Keep in mind that Burn The Point starts at 6 p.m. downtown this year, different from other years. There will be over 500 entries and should be fun.

It’s Your Loan, Montana Graduates — You Should Pay It (OPINION)

I hope and pray someone in congress has a set big enough to go after this man and stop this unconstitutional act.

Are Young Adult Montanans Sticking Close to Home Like This Study Suggests?

100 miles is nothing for us out here so that's just like living close by for most. Some are ready to set the world on fire but then they realize there's no place like home.

Readers React to Paul’s MontanaFair Shooting Article

So yesterday I did an article on the shooting at the fair. In that article, I mentioned we had a call with a lady that asked me why things are getting out of hand. So I gave my opinion on where and when I think it started and now how police are challenged every day...

‘Things Are Crazy & Getting Out of Hand': MontanaFair Shooting is Concerning (OPINION)

So we are still trying to figure out all the details about what happened last night at the fair. Apparently, there was a shooting between some youth that sent a person to the hospital. Right away a couple of questions come to mind. Number one, they have metal detectors that they use every time there is a concert...