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Montana marking 'Suicide Prevention Month'

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2 years ago

September 19, 2024

Montana marking 'Suicide Prevention Month'

GREAT FALLS — September marks National Suicide Prevention Month and for decades Montana has ranked among the highest in suicide rates, ranking third in the nation in 2020.

The Montana Department of Health and Human Services (DPHHS) cites lack of behavioral health services, cultural stigma, and higher access to firearms as contributing factors to Montana’s high rates of suicide. Statistics show 90% of all firearm deaths in Montana are suicides.

After a suicide attempt as a teenager left Michael Woods paralyzed, he became an advocate for suicide prevention awareness.

“I teach people that, you know, that there is hope on the next day, you know. You know…you get to the next day and reach out for help. Those struggles and those adversities — that’s not a roadblock, but a detour,” Woods said. “You’re still going to get where you’re going on your journey, but you’re going to take a different route than you expected.”

Woods says if someone mentions suicidal thoughts the best course of action is to encourage the conversation and ask if they have a plan. If so, it’s important to limit their access to firearms, pills, and other dangers.

There are numerous resources available to anyone struggling with their mental health, the most important part is recognizing the signs and asking for help.

Click here to visit the website for the Montana chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness for information and resources about suicide prevention and awareness.

Call or text is 988, and you will be connected to the 24 hour Suicide and Crisis hotline.

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Montana Lottery Powerball, Lotto America results for March 25, 2026

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5 hours ago

March 26, 2026

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The Montana Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.

Here’s a look at March 25, 2026, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from March 25 drawing

07-21-55-56-64, Powerball: 26, Power Play: 4

Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Lotto America numbers from March 25 drawing

02-04-09-30-43, Star Ball: 04, ASB: 03

Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Big Sky Bonus numbers from March 25 drawing

01-07-14-22, Bonus: 12

Check Big Sky Bonus payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Powerball Double Play numbers from March 25 drawing

35-38-41-43-62, Powerball: 08

Check Powerball Double Play payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Montana Cash numbers from March 25 drawing

01-16-17-25-30

Check Montana Cash payouts and previous drawings here.

Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from March 25 drawing

01-26-40-46-50, Bonus: 03

Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.

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When are the Montana Lottery drawings held?

Powerball: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 9 p.m. MT on Tuesday and Friday.
Lucky For Life: 8:38 p.m. MT daily.
Lotto America: 9 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Big Sky Bonus: 7:30 p.m. MT daily.
Powerball Double Play: 8:59 p.m. MT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Montana Cash: 8 p.m. MT on Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 9:15 p.m. MT daily.

Missed a draw? Peek at the past week’s winning numbers.

This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Great Falls Tribune editor. You can send feedback using this form.

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New Montana license plate supports Kalispell pee wee baseball

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17 hours ago

March 25, 2026

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New Montana license plate supports Kalispell pee wee baseball

KALISPELL, Mont. — A new Montana license plate is now available at the Kalispell DMV to help support pee wee baseball.

Each plate can be purchased for $30 and will help to boost off season revenue.

The baseball plate was designed by Alexandra Sheneman who helped pitch design ideas to the board.

Proceeds will benefit the youth baseball program by funding new equipment and maintenance upgrades at the Kidsports Complex.

That includes bats, baseballs, nets, and new concrete.

Leftover funding will help families afford the baseball program.

“Once that number starts going up, it will generate some sponsorship funding so that we can help families that need support that can’t afford it,” said Kalispell pee wee baseball president Andy Wilson.

This is a great way to step up to the plate and help keep the youth baseball program strong for future seasons.

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