Joy Larson
Best Montana Songs
Okay, so these may not be the best Montana, songs, because apparently there are not that many songs written specifically about Montana, however, some of them are amusing. I guess to get a lot of songs written about you, you need to be the biggest state like Texas or the home of country music like Tennessee or maybe have the biggest population like New York
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Montana Golfer Still Waiting for $18,000 Hole-in-One Prize
Two years ago, a Helena man, Troy Peissig, made a one in a million shot. He aced an $18,000 hole-in-one contest at a charity tournament. So, what is this lucky lad doing with all his winnings? The answer is nothing. What? Why? Well, that is because he hasn’t seen even one cent of his winnings
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Who’s Getting a Face Lift in Missoula?
He’ll be 60 years old next May, but is celebrating with a little facelift this year. No he’s not some Hollywood big shot, but he is somewhat of a Missoula celebrity. No, it’s not the mayor. In fact, it’s not a person at all. It is a well-known, and well-respected, local company...
5 Easy and Delicious Summer Party Drinks
Lately I’ve been somewhat consumed with Pinterest. While spending endless hours consuming all the amazing pins, I’ve run across a few that are making my mouth water. So, I compiled them for you to use this summer at your backyard get togethers. I hope you
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Top 10 Things to Do With Your Kids That Don’t Involve Electronics- In Celebration of Missoula’s Unplug and Play Week
If you are reading this stop! Just kidding. Keep reading this, but then turn your computer off right after you’re done. Why, you ask? Well, because it’s Unplug and Play Week in the beautiful city of Missoula.
Feeling Tired? This Might Be Why
Spring is here and the weather is changing. Everyone is excited to throw on their shorts and t-shirts and get outside to enjoy all the many outdoor activities Missoula has to offer. But, do you feel less than motivated? When the sun is shining, do you still have a hard time getting off the couch
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Fat Dog Problem
Until a few years ago, I did not have this problem. My dog has not always been fat. When she was a puppy, she always had large paws, so we knew she would be big, but we never expected her to be this big. She is very sweet and great with the kids, but she does have a tad bit of a weight problem...
Don’t Let the Mosquitos Bite
Yesterday evening I was sitting out on my porch watching my kids play when I was dive-bombed by a mosquito. I was caught off guard and nearly fell out of my chair trying to swat it. I’m here to inform you that the mosquitos are here, and they are hungry...
New Missoula Company Strives to Use, and Reuse, All Materials
If you haven’t heard yet, there is a new company in Missoula and it is bringing jobs with it. Blue Marble Biomaterials is a Seattle-based company. They are building a biorefinery in Missoula that will reuse waste products from local companies to make chemicals that will be sold internationally.
Blue Marble is bringing a variety of jobs to Missoula, from chemistry to biology to business and more. T
5 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues
It is hard this time of year not to get the winter blues, but here are five suggestions of activities to help you get through the dark, cold months.