Laurel Staples

Oct 24, 2024 | nbcmontana.com | Laurel Staples

BUTTE, Mont. — Built in 1890, not only is it known as the longest continuously running brothel in U.S. history, but it’s also considered by some as the most haunted building in Montana. NBC Montana's Laurel Staples goes inside the historic Dumas Brothel in uptown Butte for an overnight paranormal investigation. Road Trippin' is sponsored by Xplorer Maps connecting people and places, for all of your Montana adventures.

Sep 17, 2024 | nbcmontana.com | Laurel Staples

MISSOULA, Mont. — It's a walk on the path to hope and it's happening Saturday in downtown Missoula. NamiWalks raises mental health awareness, combats stigma with information and raises funds for NAMI’s mission. Registration is at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Silver Park, Missoula (next to the ballpark). The 3-mile walk begins at 12:30 p.m. along the Kim Williams Nature Trail to the Madison Street Pedestrian Bridge. The event is free and donations are encouraged.

Sep 16, 2024 | nbcmontana.com | Laurel Staples

KALISPELL, Mont. — The famous resident is now swimming in Sacajawea Park in Polson. Officials, residents, and those involved in the project gathered Saturday at the park for the official unveiling ceremony of the sculpture. The event featured the Chief Cliff Singers drum group along with remarks from officials. Polson Mayor Eric Huffine opened the ceremony saying there are more than 100 years of stories and legends of the monster, also known as Nessie.

Aug 20, 2024 | nbcmontana.com | Laurel Staples

MISSOULA, Mont. — Washington-Grizzly Stadium at the University of Montana in Missoula is abuzz with activity as crews work to build the stage for a full slate of concerts in the coming days. NBC Montana went to the stadium to find out what it takes to get the site ready and the economic boost these large-scale concerts bring to the area. In just a short time span of only seven days, three major concerts will pack the stadium with fans -- Pearl Jam, Tyler Childers and P!NK.

Aug 19, 2024 | nbcmontana.com | Laurel Staples

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Guns & Hoses softball game between Missoula police and Missoula fire departments returns to Ogren Park at Allegiance Field for the Kiwanis Club's 63rd annual pancake breakfast fundraiser Saturday. The event takes place from 8 a.m. to noon with the game at 10:00 a.m. The event benefits youth athletics, scholarships, local youth charities and more.