Montana Newspapers
Browse 39 newspapers from Montana, from major metropolitan dailies to community weeklies.
Defined by vast geography and sparsely populated counties, the local press in this region relies heavily on historically significant daily publications alongside an enduring network of rural weeklies. The Billings Gazette, owned by Lee Enterprises, stands as the largest daily circulating paper and covers a massive geographic footprint. The Bozeman Daily Chronicle serves the rapidly expanding Gallatin Valley, while the Daily Inter Lake, owned by the Hagadone Corporation, has operated in the Flathead region since 1889. Native American journalism holds an established presence through publications like the Char-Koosta News, the official news source of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. Paperboy indexes 39 Montana newspapers — browse the full directory below.
Belgrade News
Belgrade, Montana
Serving the local community of Belgrade, Montana, this weekly publication focuses on town governance, school district updates, and regional events. It provides essential coverage for residents looking to stay informed about the developments and civic life of the Gallatin Valley.
Bigfork Eagle
Bigfork, Montana
Serving the Flathead Valley community, this weekly publication provides essential local news, features, and government coverage for the residents of Bigfork, Montana. It is a long-standing journalistic staple in the region, recognized for documenting the unique character and evolving landscape of this lakeside village.
Billings Gazette
Billings, Montana
Serving as the largest daily newspaper in Montana, this publication provides comprehensive news coverage and investigative reporting tailored to the residents of Billings and the surrounding Northern Rockies region. With a history dating back to 1885, it acts as a primary source for regional discourse, focusing on local politics, energy industry developments, and rural community interests.
Billings Outpost
Billings, Montana
Yellowstone County News is a weekly newspaper based in Huntley, Montana, serving the Yellowstone County area, including Billings, Lockwood, and Shepherd. Established in 1976, it provides hyper-local coverage of county commissioners, school districts, and community events, focusing on local news and perspectives across the region.
Bitterroot Star
Stevensville, Montana
Serving as a primary source of news for the Bitterroot Valley, this weekly publication provides comprehensive coverage of local government, community events, and regional issues in Stevensville and surrounding areas. It is notable for its long-standing commitment to community-focused journalism that highlights the voices and interests of rural Montana residents.
Bozeman Daily Chronicle
Bozeman, Montana
Serving the Gallatin Valley since 1911, this daily publication is the primary source of news, sports, and community information for residents of southwest Montana. It is recognized for its comprehensive coverage of regional issues, including local government, education, and the unique environmental challenges facing the rapidly growing Bozeman area.
Carbon County News
Red Lodge, Montana
Serving the community of Red Lodge and the surrounding region since 1927, this weekly publication provides essential local coverage of news, sports, and events throughout Carbon County. It acts as a vital source of record for the area's residents, maintaining a long-standing commitment to highlighting the unique civic issues and cultural developments of rural Montana.
Char-Koosta News
Polson, Montana
Serving as the official newspaper of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of regional news, tribal government affairs, and community events in Polson, Montana. Its editorial mission focuses on preserving indigenous culture and history while offering an essential platform for tribal perspectives on issues impacting the Flathead Indian Reservation.
Choteau Acantha
Choteau, Montana
Serving Teton County since 1891, this weekly publication provides comprehensive coverage of local news, agricultural issues, and community events in rural Montana. Its enduring legacy as a primary information source for the Choteau region reflects a dedicated commitment to preserving the history and civic discourse of the local community.
Daily Inter Lake
Kalispell, Montana
Serving the Flathead Valley since 1889, this regional publication provides comprehensive coverage of news, sports, and community events across Northwest Montana. It stands as a primary source of local journalism for the Kalispell area, offering essential reporting on the unique political and environmental issues defining the region.
Flathead Beacon
Kalispell, Montana
Serving the Flathead Valley of Montana, this award-winning publication is recognized for its investigative journalism, high-quality photography, and commitment to independent reporting on regional political and environmental issues. It has evolved from a weekly print newspaper into a comprehensive digital news hub that serves as a primary source of information for both local residents and a broader audience interested in Northwest Montana.
Glasgow Courier
Glasgow, Montana
Serving as the weekly newspaper of record for Valley County, Montana, this publication has provided local news and regional coverage since its founding in 1913. It remains a vital source of information for the rural community of Glasgow, focusing on agriculture, regional events, and the civic interests of its local readership.
Great Falls Tribune
Great Falls, Montana
Serving as the primary source of news for Northcentral Montana since 1885, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of regional issues, local government, and community events. It is a long-standing fixture in the state’s media landscape, recognized for its commitment to documenting the history and development of Great Falls and its surrounding rural communities.
Havre Daily News
Havre, Montana
Serving as the primary source of local news for Montana’s Hi-Line region, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of community events, regional agriculture, and local government. With a history dating back over a century, it remains a vital communication hub for residents of Hill County and the surrounding rural communities.
Helena Independent Record
Helena, Montana
Serving as the primary news source for Montana’s capital, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of state government affairs and local community updates. With roots dating back to the 19th century, it remains a vital chronicle of regional issues, political developments, and daily life in the Helena area.
Hungry Horse News
Columbia Falls, Montana
Serving the Columbia Falls area and surrounding Flathead Valley, this weekly publication has provided in-depth coverage of regional news, outdoor recreation, and Glacier National Park issues since its founding in 1946. It is nationally recognized for its long-standing tradition of local journalism that prioritizes the unique environmental and community interests of Northwest Montana.
Lake County Leader
Polson, Montana
Serving the residents of Polson and the surrounding Flathead Indian Reservation, this long-standing publication provides essential coverage of local government, community news, and regional events in western Montana. It serves as a vital historical and contemporary record for Lake County, offering a consistent voice for the unique issues and developments shaping the Mission Valley.
Laurel Outlook
Laurel, Montana
Serving the community of Laurel, Montana, this weekly publication provides essential local coverage of municipal government, school activities, and regional events. With roots stretching back over a century, it remains a primary source for community news and a dedicated platform for chronicling the civic life of its residents.
Lewistown News Argus
Lewistown, Montana
Serving Fergus County and the surrounding region of central Montana, this publication provides a vital record of local news, agricultural updates, and community events. With roots stretching back to the late 19th century, it stands as a long-standing source of independent journalism dedicated to the rural interests and civic life of its readership.
Liberty County Times
Chester, Montana
Serving the Hi-Line region of Montana since 1908, this weekly publication provides essential local coverage and community news for the residents of Liberty County. It remains a primary source of information for the area by focusing on regional events, agricultural updates, and public notices that document the evolving history of Chester and its surrounding townships.
Livingston Enterprise
Livingston, Montana
Serving Park County since 1883, this historic publication provides essential local news, community reporting, and regional coverage for residents of southwestern Montana. It stands as a vital source of public information for the Livingston area, focusing on the unique developments and issues impacting the daily lives of its mountain-town audience.
Miles City Star
Miles City, Montana
Serving as a vital source of information for Custer County and the surrounding rural communities of eastern Montana, this publication chronicles regional news, agricultural developments, and local sports. Established in 1884, it maintains a long-standing tradition of community-focused journalism that documents the daily life and evolving history of the Yellowstone River valley.
Missoula Independent
Missoula, Montana
Serving as the primary alternative weekly for Western Montana for over three decades, this publication gained a reputation for its rigorous investigative reporting, biting political commentary, and comprehensive coverage of the region's arts and culture scene. Although its print operations ceased in 2020, it remains a notable touchstone in Montana journalism for its influential role in shaping local discourse and challenging regional power structures.
Missoulian
Missoula, Montana
Serving as the primary news source for Western Montana since 1873, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of regional politics, environmental issues, and local community affairs. It holds the distinction of being the state's largest daily newspaper, offering a critical platform for reporting on the culture and governance of the Missoula valley.
Montana Standard
Butte, Montana
Serving the historic mining city of Butte and the surrounding southwest region, this publication chronicles local government, industry, and the unique cultural heritage of the "Richest Hill on Earth." With a legacy dating back to 1928, it remains the primary source for regional news, high school sports coverage, and community-focused reporting for its dedicated readership.
Philipsburg Mail
Philipsburg, Montana
The Philipsburg Mail is a local newspaper based in Philipsburg, Montana, serving as the primary news source for Granite County. It covers community events, local government, education, and regional industries such as forestry and agriculture. The publication focuses on reporting news that directly impacts residents within the county.
Prairie Star
Great Falls, Montana
The Prairie Star is an agricultural newspaper based in Great Falls, Montana. Serving farmers and ranchers across the Northern Plains, it provides specialized coverage of grain commodities, livestock markets, and regional industry trends. The publication offers technical insights and local news vital to the agricultural community.
Ravalli Republic
Hamilton, Montana
Serving the Bitterroot Valley of western Montana, this publication provides comprehensive local news, community reporting, and regional sports coverage to the residents of Hamilton and surrounding areas. It is notable for its long-standing role as a primary source of information for the region, maintaining a focus on rural affairs, local government, and issues unique to the Rocky Mountain West.
Seeley Swan
Seeley Lake, Montana
The Seeley Swan Pathfinder is a weekly newspaper serving Seeley Lake and the surrounding Swan Valley in Montana. It provides local news, community events, and coverage of regional outdoor and environmental issues. The publication focuses on reporting that impacts the residents and ecosystems of the Flathead National Forest area.
Sidney Herald Leader
Sidney, Montana
Serving as the primary source of news for Richland County, Montana, this publication has chronicled local events and regional developments for over a century. It focuses on community-centric reporting, providing residents with essential coverage of local government, high school athletics, and the agricultural industry that sustains the area.
Stillwater County News
Columbus, Montana
Serving as the primary source of local journalism for Columbus and the surrounding Stillwater County region, this publication chronicles community events, agricultural updates, and regional government affairs. It is recognized for its long-standing commitment to hyper-local reporting, providing a dedicated platform that connects rural Montana residents with the news and issues shaping their daily lives.
Tobacco Valley News
Eureka, Montana
Serving the remote community of Eureka and the surrounding Tobacco Valley region of Montana, this weekly publication provides essential local coverage of municipal government, school activities, and regional events. As one of the few dedicated news sources for this isolated area, it acts as a vital communications link for residents navigating the unique lifestyle and concerns of northwestern Lincoln County.
UM Montana Kaimin
Missoula, Montana
Serving as the independent student-run news organization for the University of Montana, this publication provides comprehensive coverage of campus life, local Missoula politics, and regional issues. Established in 1898, it remains a vital training ground for aspiring journalists and a primary information source for the university community.
Valley Journal
Ronan, Montana
Serving the Mission Valley region of Montana, this weekly publication provides essential local coverage of community events, government, and regional agriculture. It is notable for its long-standing role as a primary information source for Lake County residents, offering a consistent connection to rural news and local perspectives.
Washington County Pilot Tribune and Enterprise
Blair, Montana
Serving the residents of Washington County, Nebraska, since 1870, this publication provides comprehensive local news coverage and community reporting for the Blair area. It remains a vital source of regional information by documenting the long-standing history and daily developments of its rural and suburban audience.
Western News
Libby, Montana
Serving as the primary source of local news for Libby and Lincoln County, Montana, this long-standing publication chronicles regional events, community developments, and regional politics. It is noted for its deep roots in the Kootenai Valley, providing residents with essential coverage on local government, outdoor recreation, and the unique challenges of this rural mountain community.
Whitefish Pilot
Whitefish, Montana
Serving as the primary local news source for the Flathead Valley, this community publication provides comprehensive coverage of regional government, outdoor recreation, and local business news. With a history spanning over seven decades, it acts as a central platform for reporting on the evolving development and civic affairs of this Montana mountain town.
Wolf Point Herald News
Wolf Point, Montana
The Wolf Point Herald-News is a weekly newspaper serving Wolf Point and Roosevelt County, Montana. It provides comprehensive coverage of local government, high school sports, and community events. As a primary news source for the Fort Peck Indian Reservation area, it focuses on regional issues and rural interests.
Yellowstone Net
Billings, Montana
Serving as a digital portal for the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, this publication provides targeted news and information to residents, tourists, and outdoor enthusiasts interested in the region's unique natural and cultural landscape. It functions as a key resource for those tracking conservation efforts, regional travel updates, and local developments within the communities surrounding the national park.
