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Broadus, Montana

Broadus is a town in and the county seat of Powder River County, Montana, United States. The population was 456 at the 2020 census.

American Indian Wars
The Powder River Battles, part of the Powder River Expedition of 1865, were fought near the present-day town from September 1–15, 1865, by the U.S. Army against Sioux, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors. On March 17, 1876, the Battle of Powder River occurred about 34 mi southwest of present-day Broadus, and on June 13, 1876, six companies of the 7th Cavalry led by Major Marcus Reno marched along the Powder River to within 10 mi north of the town's present location before turning west toward the Little Bighorn.

Town
The Broadus post office was established in 1900, and named after the Broaddus family, early settlers in the area. When the town's streets were being planned, they were made wide enough for a horse-drawn carriage to turn around. The original streets are still this wide today. In 1918 publication of the Broadus Independent began, and is still published today, although it is now called the Powder River Examiner.

In 1920, Broadus was chosen as the county seat of the newly established Powder River County. As an incentive for voters choosing Broadus, Margaret Trautman promised a donation of 80 acres from her ranch to the town.

When Belle Creek Oil Field opened in the late 1960s, the economy of Broadus boomed. Oil and gas production continue to be important to the local economy.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.35 sqmi, all land.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Broadus has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.

Broadus has a cold semi-arid climate due to its very dry winters. There are significant diurnal temperature variations throughout the year, and strong continental seasonal swings between the warm to hot summers and the cold winters.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 468 people, 21 households, and 11 families living in the town. The population density was 1376.5 PD/sqmi. There were 254 housing units at an average density of 747.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.1% White, 0.6% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 1.7% from other races, and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.0% of the population.

There were 218 households, of which 22.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.7% were married couples living together, 6.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 47.7% were non-families. 44.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.99 and the average family size was 2.80.

The median age in the town was 51.3 years. 20.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 16.1% were from 25 to 44; 27% were from 45 to 64; and 32.3% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.2% male and 53.8% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 451 people, 199 households, and 125 families living in the town. The population density was 1,379.2 PD/sqmi. There were 267 housing units at an average density of 816.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 98.45% White, 1.11% Native American, 0.22% Asian, and 0.22% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.11% of the population.

There were 199 households, out of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.3% were married couples living together, 7.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.7% were non-families. 31.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 26.2% under the age of 18, 6.0% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females there were 93.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.1 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $25,156, and the median income for a family was $30,417. Males had a median income of $22,813 versus $15,417 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,938. About 13.6% of families and 14.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.3% of those under age 18 and 14.0% of those age 65 or over.

Infrastructure
Broadus Airport is a county-owned, public-use airport located three miles (5 km) northwest of town.

Education
Broadus and Powder River County, Montana is served by the Powder River County High School, which is part of the Broadus Public School System, District No. 79J. They are known as the Hawks. In addition to the high school, Broadus Public Schools also operates an elementary and junior high school. As of November 1, 2014, the junior and senior high schools had a combined enrollment of 135 students. The elementary school had an enrollment of about 150 for the 2005–06 school year, in pre-kindergarten through sixth grade.

The Henry A. Malley Memorial Library is a public library serving the area.

Media
The Powder River Examiner is the local newspaper. It is published weekly.

Attractions
The Powder River Historical Museum includes many historical items, including a building housing "Mac's Museum", a large collection of seashells, minerals, and arrowheads, put together by Mac McCurdy. The Museum also has an original one-room schoolhouse, a pioneer cabin, jail cell, car barn, windmill, saddles, bits, spurs, displays representing early businesses, and a collection of artifacts from the Battle of Powder River.

The Powder River/Reynolds Battlefield is located on private land near the Powder River about 34 mi southwest of present-day Broadus. The battlefield is accessible by Montana Secondary Highway 391, (Moorhead Road) on the west side of the Powder River. There is a rock monument with the headstones of four soldiers killed there as well as a small Northern Cheyenne memorial marking the site.

Annual events include a July 4 Celebration, County Fair in August, street dances, and a Christmas stroll early in December.

Notable people

 * Jess Lockwood, 2017 and 2019 PBR World champion attended Powder River County District High School.
 * Lee Randall, Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives from 2009 until 2017.

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Avon, Montana

Avon is a census-designated place (CDP) in Powell County, Montana, United States. The population was 124 at the 2000 census. The town sits along the Little Blackfoot River, and serves as a gateway to the Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest.

The post office was opened in 1884 by Bill Cramer. The town was named Avon after the Welsh word for river. The town served as a supply point for nearby ranchers, prospectors, and miners.

The town includes the Fitzpatrick Ranch Historic District, a designated location on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
Avon is located at 46.59917°N, -112.59889°W (46.599204, -112.598899).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 13.4 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 124 people, 48 households, and 28 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 9.3 PD/sqmi. There were 62 housing units at an average density of 4.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 100.00% White.

There were 48 households, out of which 29.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, and 39.6% were non-families. 35.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 3.52.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 33.9% under the age of 18, 4.0% from 18 to 24, 25.0% from 25 to 44, 25.0% from 45 to 64, and 12.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 79.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.7 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $25,208, and the median income for a family was $25,625. Males had a median income of $31,750 versus $22,969 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $12,777. There were 30.8% of families and 41.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 63.2% of under eighteens and 16.7% of those over 64.

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Deer Lodge, Montana

Deer Lodge is a city in and the county seat of Powell County, Montana, United States. The population was 2,938 at the 2020 census.

Description
The city is perhaps best known as the home of the Montana State Prison, a major local employer. The Montana State Hospital in Warm Springs and the former state tuberculosis sanitarium in nearby Galen are the result of the power the western part of the state held over Montana at statehood due to the copper and mineral wealth in that area. Deer Lodge was also once an important railroad town, serving as a division headquarters for the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad ("the Milwaukee Road") before the railroad's local abandonment in 1980.

The current Montana State Prison occupies a campus 3.5 mi west of town. The former prison site, at the south end of Deer Lodge's Main Street, is now the Old Prison Museum. In addition to a former cellblock building, the museum complex includes a theater, antique and automobile museums, and a former Milwaukee Road "Little Joe" electric locomotive.

Deer Lodge is also the location of Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site, dedicated to the interpretation of the frontier cattle ranching era. This site was the home of Conrad Kohrs, one of the famous "Cattle Kings" of Montana whose land holdings once stretched over a million acres (4,000 km2) of Montana, Wyoming, and Alberta, Canada. The Grant-Kohrs ranch was built in 1862 by Johnny Grant, a Scottish/French/Metis fur-trader and trapper who encouraged his people to settle in Deer Lodge because of its pleasant climate and large areas of bunch grass prairie, ideal for raising cattle and horses. The city's name derives from a geological formation known as Warm Springs Mound which contained natural saline that made for a natural salt lick for the local deer population, the protected valley in which Deer Lodge is located was where most of the local wildlife would winter as the temperatures lowered in the high country.

Deer Lodge was the site of the College of Montana, the first institution of higher learning in the state.

History
Extant mentions of the Deer Lodge Valley prior to 1860 are found as occasional remarks in records written for other purposes. Consistent record-keeping begins with the writings of Granville Stuart and others in the early 1860s. 1860 marks the beginning of permanent occupation of both the valley and the future site of the city of Deer Lodge by European-Americans.

Fur trade era
Before 1860, the Deer Lodge Valley was not the territory of any American Indian group. Gatherings were held there, including horse races. American Indian groups from the west, Flatheads, Pend d'Oreilles et al. passed through the valley as an alternative route to and from the buffalo hunting grounds to the east.

The first documented visit to this area by European-American explorers occurred in 1805–1806, when Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery expedition passed by the Deer Lodge Valley without entering it. Evidence of earlier incursion, probably by Spaniards, was noted by miner James B. Beattle on Sugar Loaf mountain in the Race Track mining district on the west side of the Deer Lodge Valley.

Early European trapper/traders passing through the valley referred to it as "the Deer House Plains". The Clark Fork river was called the Arrow Stone River in the 1830s. By the 1850s it was called the Deer Lodge Creek/Hellgate River. Catholic Father Pierre-Jean De Smet brought the first wagons known to have passed through the valley, in 1841.

In 1846, the Deer Lodge Valley became part of the United States and Oregon Territory with the signing of the Oregon Treaty by the U. S. and Great Britain. From 1853 to 1863 it was in Washington Territory, then briefly part of Idaho Territory until the creation of Montana Territory in 1864.

European-American settlement of the valley gained momentum during the 1850s and 60's, with the primary site being at present-day Deer Lodge. During the 1850s, trapper/traders from Fort Hall began wintering herds of horses and cattle in the valley. Also during that decade placer gold finds were made near present-day Gold Creek, first in 1852 by Francois (Bennetsee) Findley, followed in 1856 by Hereford, Saunders, Madison et al., and in 1858–61 by James and Granville Stuart, Reese Anderson et al. In 1860–62, Lt. John Mullan oversaw construction of the Mullan Road, which connected Walla Walla, Washington Territory with Fort Benton, then in Dakota Territory. The Mullan Road passed through the north end of the Deer Lodge Valley.

European-American settlement, Montana gold rush
John Francis (Johnny) Grant built the first permanent structures in the valley in 1859–60, at Grantsville near present-day Garrison. Grant had begun grazing cattle and horse herds in the north valley several years previously and "wintered over" there in 1857–58. In 1860, feeling as he said "lonely", he returned to Fort Hall for summer trading and induced several fellow trader/trappers and their families to return to the valley with him at the end of the season. Instead of locating at Grantsville, his friends chose to build at the site of present-day Deer Lodge, where several Mexican trapper/traders and their Metis families had already established the seasonal settlement of Spanish Fork. While Johnny Grant had been at Fort Hall, several people had come from Fort Union down the Mullan Road route and begun building homes at Grantsville.

In 1861, the Stuart brothers and Reese Anderson established American Fork near present-day Gold Creek. Also in that year Johnny Grant moved his large family to his newly built house at Deer Lodge, at the present-day site of Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site. During the next two years, placer gold discoveries at Grasshopper Creek, Alder Gulch and other locations to the south caused a population decline in the valley, including the abandonment of Grantsville and American Fork. Beginning in 1864 with gold strikes to the north, Deer Lodge City grew rapidly as a base for supplies to mines in the surrounding mountains.

Montana Territory
By 1861–1862, Spanish Fork was more often referred to as Cottonwood. In 1862, a Deer Lodge Town Committee was established to lay out the town site, to be called LaBarge City - after Missouri River steamboat Captain Joseph LaBarge whose firm, LaBarge, Harkness & Company, had proposed to start a business in Cottonwood. Creation of Idaho Territory in 1863 induced a name change to Idaho City. With the 1864 designation of Montana Territory, Deer Lodge City became the choice. Montana's first territorial legislature defined most of the boundaries of Deer Lodge County, establishing the county seat at the placer mining camp of Silver Bow City, near Butte. In September 1865, county voters transferred the seat to Deer Lodge City.

During the first half of the 1860s, Granville Stuart described valley social life as including many gay dances and parties, which was the way of the Metis. By 1866, Johnny Grant and many of his fellow Metis had become disenchanted with their increasingly numerous neighbors from "the States". In that year, Grant sold most of his Deer Lodge Valley holdings to Conrad Kohrs and in 1867 led a mass exodus of Metis families to the Red River country of Manitoba, Canada.

In 1869, the Territorial Prison was located at Deer Lodge. Also that year, the town site plat for Deer Lodge City was recorded. In 1878, Montana Collegiate Institute was established at Deer Lodge City. It opened for classes in 1883 and closed in 1914.

Attorney Horace Clagett, of the Deer Lodge firm Clagett and Dixon, was elected U.S. Representative from Montana Territory for the 1871–73 term. He was defeated for reelection by Martin Maginnis. Clagett was noted for introducing the legislation establishing Yellowstone National Park. Clagett's partner, William W. Dixon, later moved to Butte and upset Thomas H. Carter in 1891 to serve a single term as U.S. Representative from the State of Montana.

Clagett and Dixon platted the first addition to Deer Lodge City in 1872. Perhaps its most prominent building was the former St. Joseph's Hospital.

State of Montana, Powell County
Deer Lodge City was incorporated in 1888, with a mayor and aldermen as officers. Montana achieved statehood in 1889 and a battle ensued between Helena and Anaconda over the location of the capitol in which Helena finally triumphed in 1894. In 1896, Anaconda took the Deer Lodge County seat away from Deer Lodge. This began a battle which culminated in the creation of Powell County in 1901, with its county seat at Deer Lodge.

Frank Conley
After statehood, the State of Montana let a contract to run Montana State Prison, which was awarded to Frank Conley and Thomas McTague. They held the contract until 1908. In that year, the State took over running Montana State Prison, appointing Frank Conley as warden. Conley remained in that capacity until 1921, when Governor Joseph M. Dixon replaced Conley with M. W. Potter. The Governor then commissioned an investigation of Conley's administration. This resulted in the MacDonald Report, which would be used as the basis for a civil lawsuit by the State of Montana against Conley. The year following, Montana Attorney General Wellington Rankin sued Conley for misuse of state funds and materials, in the case State of Montana vs Frank Conley. The case took three months to try and resulted in the State of Montana being ordered to reimburse Conley. Deer Lodge City celebrated with a victory party.

Frank Conley was elected the fifth (1892–93), seventh (1895–1903) and tenth (1907–1928) mayor of Deer Lodge City. When he resigned for the last time, an article in the Billings Gazette called him 'the longest serving mayor in American history'. Mayor Conley was instrumental in bringing the division headquarters and shops of the Milwaukee Road to Deer Lodge City in 1910. Over the next decade, he presided over upbuilding the town's infrastructure to accommodate the rapidly expanding population. He was also responsible for the building of the City Hall.

Montana State Prison
In 1908, inmates W. A. Hayes and George Rock killed guard John Robinson and seriously wounded Warden Conley in an attempted prison breakout. In 1959, a prolonged riot occurred at the prison, led by Jerry Miles and Lee Smart, which resulted in the slaying of Deputy Warden Ted Rothe and the eventual suicides of Miles and Smart. All inmates were moved in 1977–79 to a new state prison facility outside of Deer Lodge. The town of Deer Lodge employs the Powell County Museum & Arts Foundation to manage the old facility as a museum.

Superfund site
In the 1870s, Butte developed into a rich silver mining camp. Marcus Daly's discovery of rich copper veins in his Anaconda mine launched the Copper Kings era at Butte. In 1883, Daly established his smelter facilities at newly platted Anaconda, Montana. Anaconda immediately became Deer Lodge County's major population center and employer. Smelting activities at Butte and Anaconda left behind enormous amounts of toxic wastes. Flooding on Silver Bow Creek and Warm Springs Creek, particularly in the great valley flood of 1908, spread toxic wastes from Butte through Deer Lodge City, to the Milltown Dam, just east of Missoula. As a result of legal actions begun in 1983 and culminating in 2008, the course of the Clark Fork River from Anaconda to the Milltown Dam was declared to be a Superfund cleanup site. Cleanup costs are financed from the settlement with ARCO (now BP-ARCO).

Economic decline
Interstate 90 bypassed Deer Lodge in 1960. In 1961, the Milwaukee Road ended its Olympian Hiawatha passenger trains. Limited passenger service between Minneapolis and Deer Lodge continued until 1964, at which time all Milwaukee Road passenger service to Deer Lodge ended.

In the 1970s, the Anaconda Copper Company suffered financial setbacks which ultimately caused its 1977 merger with ARCO. By 1982, ARCO had closed down the smelter at Anaconda and stopped mining copper at Butte. In 1980, the Milwaukee Road shut down its western extension. All of its infrastructure from Seattle, Washington to Miles City, Montana was torn out, including the rails themselves.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.44 sqmi, all land.

Small creeks can be found in and near town, such as Cottonwood Creek and Peterson Creek.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal and diurnal temperature differences owing to its high elevation and dry conditions throughout the year. The city is marked by warm to hot summers and cold—sometimes severely cold—winters inherent in microthermal climates.

Demographics
As of the census of 2020, the city of Deer Lodge had lost more than one third of its peak census population of 1960.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 3,111 people, 1,386 households, and 847 families residing in the city. The population density was 2160.4 PD/sqmi. There were 1,549 housing units at an average density of 1075.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.8% White, 0.6% African American, 0.8% Native American, 0.6% Asian, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.

There were 1,386 households, of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.9% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.9% were non-families. 35.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.79.

The median age in the city was 45.7 years. 22.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 6.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.3% were from 25 to 44; 30.4% were from 45 to 64; and 20.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,421 people, 1,442 households, and 911 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,369.3 PD/sqmi. There were 1,593 housing units at an average density of 1,103.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.67% White, 0.03% African American, 1.02% Native American, 0.61% Asian, 0.61% from other races, and 2.05% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.84% of the population.

There were 1,442 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.8% were non-families. 32.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 25.1% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 19.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females there were 93.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,859, and the median income for a family was $36,108. Males had a median income of $27,903 versus $20,227 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,883. About 8.7% of families and 10.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.3% of those under age 18 and 5.4% of those age 65 or over.

Government
The United States Postal Service operates the Deer Lodge Post Office.

The Montana Department of Corrections operates the current Montana State Prison facility in a nearby unincorporated area in Powell County, near Deer Lodge.

Education
Deer Lodge Schools educates students from kindergarten through 12th grade. In 2022, the Deer Lodge Elementary District, which includes students from K-8th grades, had 400 students. High school education in Powell County is served by Powell County High School located in Deer Lodge. In 2022, the high school had 175 students enrolled. The school currently competes athletically in the 6B conference with Superior, Missoula Loyola, Valley Christian, Darby and Florence. Although being in existence since 1903 the school won its first athletic team state championship in golf in 2005. The team name is the Wardens.

The William K. Kohrs Memorial Library, built in Deer Lodge in 1902, is "the only dedicated public library in Powell County." The Kohrs library is modeled after the Carnegie Libraries. "It was built "for $30,000 by pioneer cattle baron Conrad Kohrs and his wife Augusta as a memorial to their son.", the library was struggling financially, and was operating without a library director.

Infrastructure
Deer Lodge-City-County Airport is a public use airport located 2 miles west of town. The nearest commercial airport is Bert Mooney Airport in Butte.

Deer Lodge Medical Center is a critical access hospital located in town.

Media
The Silver State Post owned by Mullen Newspaper Company is Powell County's only newspaper. KQRV (96.9 FM) is a local radio station licensed in Deer Lodge.

Film credits
Deer Lodge has been a filming location for a number of movies including:

 * Rancho Deluxe (1975)
 * Heaven's Gate (1980)
 * Fast-Walking (1982)
 * Runaway Train (1985)
 * Diggstown (1992)
 * F.T.W. (1994)
 * Love Comes to the Executioner (2006)
 * Iron Ridge (2008)

UFO documentary
In a 2004 documentary titled The Secret of Redgate by Lynda J. Cowen and Jim Marrs, a number of Deer Lodge residents explain about their experiences with extraterrestrial beings and the rumours surrounding these events. These occurrences which date back some fifty years took place at a location named Redgate on the eastside of Deer Lodge. Many of the locals have had their fair share of bad experiences with "redgate". Henry Huber had this to say about the subject: "one time I drove a girl up there and after parking she touched my left leg, I came instantly just from the touch, I believe an alien possessed me and made me do it."

Notable people
The following individuals are either notable current or former residents of Deer Lodge.

 * John Bozeman, founder of Bozeman, Montana
 * William H. Clagett, lawyer, U.S. Representative from Montana Territory in 1871–1873, introduced legislation to establish Yellowstone National Park, law partner of William W. Dixon, friend of Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)
 * William Andrews Clark, United States Senator from Montana – 1901–07, Copper King at Butte, Montana, became one of America's richest people, partner in Donnell, Clark and Larabie Bank at Deer Lodge, Montana in the 1870s, father of Huguette Clark
 * Father Pierre-Jean De Smet, first wagons known to have traversed Deer Lodge Valley in 1841, established St. Mary's Mission in the Bitterroot Valley, performed American Indian baptisms at Warm Springs thermal mound in Deer Lodge Valley in 1840s, drew early maps including the Deer Lodge Valley
 * William W. Dixon, lawyer, U.S. Representative from the State of Montana in 1891–1893, law partner of William H. Clagett; final author of Montana's 'Alien Law' of 1872 (overturned by Territorial Supreme Court in 1874)
 * Eric Funk, Composer and professor at Montana State University
 * Kevin S. Giles, newspaper journalist and author of One Woman Against War: The Jeannette Rankin Story (2016), Summer of the Black Chevy (2015), Jerry's Riot: The True Story of Montana's 1959 Prison Disturbance (2005) and Flight of the Dove: The Story of Jeannette Rankin (1980)
 * Phil Jackson, NBA player, coach, 13-time NBA champion; born in Deer Lodge
 * Conrad Kohrs, cattle rancher, co-founder of Deer Lodge, "Montana's Cattle King", brother of Henry Kohrs (founder of Kohrs Packing Co. of Davenport, Iowa)
 * Elizabeth Lochrie, born and raised in Deer Lodge. Famous artist, muralist, and lecturer, in Montana and nation-wide. Painter of 'the fading frontier'. Cartoonist for Deer Lodge newspaper Silver State Post. Inducted into Piegan Blackfeet tribe as Netchitaki (Lone Woman).
 * John Mullan, military rank of captain, surveyor of possible transcontinental railroad routes in what is now Montana in 1850s, oversaw building of the Mullan Road linking Walla Walla, Washington and Fort Benton in 1860–62
 * Jesse Mullen, Montana media tycoon, politician and columnist
 * Jean Parker, actress, known for such films as Little Women, The Navy Way and The Gunfighter; born Lois Mae Green in Deer Lodge
 * Edgar Samuel Paxson, frontier artist
 * Jean'ne Shreeve, chemist
 * Granville Stuart, co-founder of Deer Lodge, Montana, co-discoverer of gold at Gold Creek, Montana, co-owner of DHS Ranch, leader of vigilante group Stuart's Stranglers in 1880s, author of "Forty Years on the Frontier", "Mr. Montana"
 * Patricia Nell Warren, writer, great-granddaughter of Conrad Kohrs

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Elliston, Montana

Elliston is a census-designated place (CDP) in Powell County, Montana, United States. The population was 225 at the 2000 census.

The town is most likely named after Northern Pacific Railroad director John W. Ellis. By the mid-1880s, Elliston was flourishing as a center for gold and quartz mining.

Geography
Elliston is located at 46.56709°N, -112.44496°W (46.567089, -112.444965).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.8 sqmi, all land.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Elliston has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 225 people, 89 households, and 64 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 25.6 PD/sqmi. There were 104 housing units at an average density of 11.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 98.22% White, 0.89% Native American, 0.44% Asian, and 0.44% from two or more races.

There were 89 households, out of which 41.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.3% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.0% were non-families. 22.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 32.0% under the age of 18, 2.7% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 13.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.2 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $31,964, and the median income for a family was $38,333. Males had a median income of $33,750 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $16,501. About 7.6% of families and 10.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 6.5% of those 65 or over.

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Garrison, Montana

Garrison is a census-designated place (CDP) in Powell County, Montana, United States. The population was 112 at the 2000 census.

The traditional Salish name for the area that was later named Garrison Junction is snx̣ʷq̓pusaqs. Groups would split up here, with some going towards Helena, others towards Butte.

History
A post office called Garrison was established in 1883, and remained in operation until 2015٫ The community was named for William Lloyd Garrison, an abolitionist. who was also the father-in-law of Henry Villard, the man who finally pushed the Northern Pacific Railroad to completion in 1883. Garrison is just east of Gold Creek, where the 'golden spike' was driven on September 8, 1883 to mark the completion of the line. Among others present for the occasion was former President Ulysses S. Grant. Garrison was also a division point for the Northern Pacific; as well as its successors Burlington Northern, Montana Rail Link, and BNSF, with traffic heading east to Helena or south and east to Butte. Heading towards Helena traffic crosses Mullan Pass, while just outside of Butte Homestake Pass is used. The lines converge again in Logan, Montana just outside of Three Forks.

Geography
Garrison is located at 46.5375°N, -112.82639°W (46.537526, -112.826435).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 9.5 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 112 people, 50 households, and 34 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 11.7 PD/sqmi. There were 63 housing units at an average density of 6.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 91.96% White, 4.46% Native American, and 3.57% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.79% of the population.

There were 50 households, out of which 22.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.0% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.0% were non-families. 24.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.62.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 20.5% under the age of 18, 4.5% from 18 to 24, 23.2% from 25 to 44, 31.3% from 45 to 64, and 20.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 117.1 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $33,250, and the median income for a family was $32,656. Males had a median income of $16,250 versus $28,250 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $12,678. There were 35.5% of families and 36.4% of the population living below the poverty line, including 90.0% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

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Ovando, Montana

Ovando is a census-designated place (CDP) in Powell County, Montana, United States. It is approximately fifty-four miles ENE of Missoula, Montana. The population was 71 at the 2000 census.

Ovando Hoyt was postmaster from 1883 to 1898. The Bob Marshall and Scapegoat wilderness areas are nearby.

Geography
Ovando is located at 47.01528°N, -113.14139°W (47.015159, -113.141253). The valley is commonly referred to as the Blackfoot Hole, a common name used by fur trappers for a remote valley.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 9.1 sqmi, of which 9.0 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (1.20%) is water.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Ovando has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 71 people, 33 households, and 22 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 7.9 people per square mile (3.0/km$2$). There were 44 housing units at an average density of 4.9 per square mile (1.9/km$2$). The racial makeup of the CDP was 97.18% White, and 2.82% from two or more races.

There were 33 households, out of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.15 and the average family size was 2.68.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 21.1% under the age of 18, 29.6% from 25 to 44, 32.4% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100females there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.7 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $31,250. Males had a median income of $21,250 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $15,012. There were 8.3% of families and 21.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including 26.7% of under eighteens and 33.3% of those over 64.

Media
The Seeley-Swan Pathfinder is the newspaper for Ovando. It is published weekly.

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Fallon, Montana

Fallon is an unincorporated small town in Prairie County, Montana, United States. The population was 164 at the 2010 census., although, as the town name has been co-opted for use by the United States Census Bureau as a census-designated place, this figure may include persons living well outside the town's limits. Fallon's current mayor is Colin Armould.

The town and county are named after O’Fallon Creek, which is in turn named for Benjamin O'Fallon, an Indian agent for the upper Missouri region from 1823 to 1827.

Geography
Fallon is located at 46.83556°N, -105.1225°W (46.835675, -105.122404).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 5.1 sqmi, all land.

Climate
According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Fallon has a semi-arid climate, abbreviated "BSk" on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 138 people, 63 households, and 36 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 27.2 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 18.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 98.55% White, 0.72% Native American, and 0.72% from two or more races.

There were 63 households, out of which 22.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 3.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.3% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.19 and the average family size was 2.86.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 17.4% under the age of 18, 2.9% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 23.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 46 years. For every 100 females, there were 126.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 123.5 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $16,818, and the median income for a family was $16,250. Males had a median income of $23,500 versus $10,000 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $9,701. There were 26.2% of families and 35.8% of the population living below the poverty line, including 68.4% of under eighteens and 22.7% of those over 64.

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Terry, Montana

Terry, incorporated in 1910, is a town and the county seat of Prairie County, Montana, United States. The population was 562 at the 2020 census.

History
The site where Terry is located was first called Joubert's Landing, in recognition of the man who built a supply point along the Yellowstone River for freighters traveling from Bismarck, Dakota Territory, to Miles City, Montana Territory. When the Northern Pacific Railway's transcontinental rail line arrived in 1881, the town was renamed for Alfred Howe Terry, a General in the Union Army who commanded an 1876 expedition in connection with George Armstrong Custer’s campaign against Native Americans, specifically in the west.

Terry became a two-railroad town when the Milwaukee Road constructed a transcontinental line known as the Pacific Extension through the town in the early 20th century. The Custer Creek train wreck, the worst rail disaster in Montana history, occurred near Terry along this line in 1938.

Geography
Terry is in Eastern Montana, approximately 1 km south of the Yellowstone River. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.71 sqmi, all land.

The Terry Badlands lie just north of the Yellowstone River, and is one of the wilderness study areas in Montana.

Climate
The town on average has over 200 days of sunshine a year. The average annual snowfall is 17.6 inches a year.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 605 people, 292 households, and 168 families residing in the town. The population density was 852.1 PD/sqmi. There were 357 housing units at an average density of 502.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.5% White, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.7% of the population.

There were 292 households, of which 17.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.3% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, 1.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.5% were non-families. 38.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.62.

The median age in the town was 57 years. 17.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 3.1% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 15.6% were from 25 to 44; 31.3% were from 45 to 64; and 32.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 48.3% male and 51.7% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 611 people, 294 households, and 171 families residing in the town. The population density was 866.2 PD/sqmi. There were 387 housing units at an average density of 548.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.55% White, 0.33% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 0.16% from other races, and 1.64% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.98% of the population.

There were 294 households, out of which 18.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.1% were married couples living together, 3.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 41.5% were non-families. 39.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.00 and the average family size was 2.62.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 17.2% under the age of 18, 3.6% from 18 to 24, 15.1% from 25 to 44, 32.9% from 45 to 64, and 31.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 53 years. For every 100 females there were 96.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.9 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $25,294, and the median income for a family was $34,531. Males had a median income of $25,938 versus $21,538 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,093. About 3.5% of families and 8.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.9% of those under age 18 and 15.9% of those age 65 or over.

Events
Several festivals are held annually in Terry. The largest of these events is "Terry Yippie", a town-wide BBQ and games fair held in Terry Central Park. The Evelyn Cameron Gala is often in the fall. In August, the Prairie County Fair is held at the Terry Fairgrounds.

Tourism
The Terry Badlands WSA and the Evelyn Cameron Museum attract visitors from all over the world every year. The guest registry in the Evelyn Cameron museum has entries from as far away as Europe, Asia, and Africa. Efforts to increase ecotourism include an Americorps VISTA project to create a trail network for hikers and campers in the surrounding badlands. The Terry Badlands Trails Project encourages the Leave No Trace principles.

Government
The Township of Terry has a Mayor-Council government with Rolane Christofferson serving as mayor. The City Council is made up of four council members serving two wards.

Neighborhoods

 * Downtown
 * Yellowstone District
 * West Town
 * Terry Central Park

Education
The only schools in Prairie County are located in Terry. The K-12 enrollment at the beginning of the 07-08 school year was 125 students. Terrier sports programs won state championships in football from 1985 to 1987. They were runner up 4 other times in the 1980s and 1990s. They also won volleyball titles in 1988, 1989 and 2010.

Prairie County Library serves the area.

Media
The major newspaper in Terry is the Terry Tribune, established in 1908. It is published weekly and also as an e-edition.

Infrastructure
The town is just north of Interstate 94, at the cross roads of old highway 10 and highway 253.

Terry Airport is a public use airport located 1 mile southeast of town.

Notable people

 * Norm Clarke, gossip columnist
 * Evelyn Cameron, photographer
 * Donna Lucey, author
 * Robert M. Losey, American meteorologist and air force officer

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Corvallis, Montana

Corvallis (Salish: cƛ̓mƛ̓mqéy ) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Ravalli County, Montana, United States. The population was 1,125 at the 2020 census.

History
Corvallis, Montana was named by settlers who hailed from Corvallis, Oregon. It was platted in 1879.

Geography
Corvallis is located at 46.31501°N, -114.11463°W (46.315010, -114.114630).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 1.5 km2, all land.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Corvallis has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 443 people, 185 households, and 120 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 934.6 PD/sqmi. There were 198 housing units at an average density of 417.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 95.03% White, 1.35% Native American, 0.45% Asian, 0.23% Pacific Islander, 0.68% from other races, and 2.26% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.29% of the population.

There were 185 households, out of which 31.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.1% were married couples living together, 15.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.1% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 29.1% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.6 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $17,434, and the median income for a family was $27,344. Males had a median income of $12,321 versus $15,972 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $10,167. About 34.2% of families and 40.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 75.2% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Education
Corvallis School District educates students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Corvallis High School's team name is the Blue Devils.

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Darby, Montana

Darby (Salish: snk̓ʷɫxʷexʷem̓i, "Place Where They Would Lift Something" ) is a town in Ravalli County, Montana, United States. The population was 783 at the 2020 census. Darby is located near the southwestern border of Montana and Idaho, along the Continental Divide.

Officially established in 1889, the town was named after James W. Darby who signed the post office application.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.58 sqmi, all land.

Darby is located at the southern end of the Bitterroot Valley. The valley is formed between the Bitterroot Range on the west and the smaller Sapphire Mountains on the east.

The area south of Darby is called nɫpapʔá in Salish.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (and often humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Darby has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

Visitors to Darby may wish to seek shelter during thunderstorms. In July 2012, "A cowboy and two spectators were taken by ambulance to a Hamilton hospital [...] after lightning hit a power pole at the Elite Bull Connection, sending an electric shock through the grandstands, rodeo chutes and bull pens." On July 14, 2014, 45 cattle on a ranch near Darby were killed in a single lightning strike.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 720 people, 303 households, and 179 families residing in the town. The population density was 1241.4 PD/sqmi. There were 360 housing units at an average density of 620.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 91.3% White, 0.1% African American, 4.2% Native American, 0.8% Asian, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.

There were 303 households, of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.6% were married couples living together, 14.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.9% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.36 and the average family size was 2.94.

The median age in the town was 40.8 years. 24% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.1% were from 25 to 44; 29.6% were from 45 to 64; and 15% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 49.9% male and 50.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 710 people, 279 households, and 176 families residing in the town. The population density was 1,336.5 PD/sqmi. There were 316 housing units at an average density of 230.2/km2 or 594.8/sq mi. The racial makeup of the town was 90.56% White, 0.14% African American, 3.24% Native American, 2.39% from other races, and 3.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.52% of the population.

There were 279 households, out of which 36.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.9% were married couples living together, 14.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.9% were non-families. 30.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 32.3% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 9.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females there were 99.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $25,221, and the median income for a family was $27,500. Males had a median income of $21,071 versus $20,781 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,658. About 19.5% of families and 24.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 30.6% of those under age 18 and 9.3% of those age 65 or over.

Arts and culture
The Darby Pioneer Memorial Museum has an extensive collection of pioneer artifacts. The Darby Ranger Station Museum showcases information about the station and the people who worked there. In addition it serves as a Visitor Center.

The town has an assortment of annual events. In January the Bitterroot Mushers hold the Darby Dog Derby. The event has multiple dog sled races with a variety of distances. During summer the town enjoys Last Fridays at the Main Street Park, which has live music, art, and vendors. In July, the community celebrates with the Strawberry Festival, a fundraiser for the fire department. Strawberry shortcake is served and live bluegrass music is shared in the afternoon. There is also the Hardtimes Bluegrass Festival held north of town. In 2023 thirteen bands performed.

The Darby Rodeo Association sponsors several rodeos during the year. The Yellowstone Darby Xtreme Bareback Event is a PRCA sanctioned event. The Twisted Nut festival in July is used as a fundraiser for testicular cancer.

Darby Community Public Library serves the town.

Parks and recreation
The town has five city parks, plus a skatepark and trail system. The Darby Skatepark was built by Evergreen Skateparks, an award-winning international company. Several hiking trails have trailheads near Darby.

The Bitterroot River directly next to town is particularly known for fly fishing. The town is near both the West Fork and East Fork parts of the river, offering variety in fishing options. At only 7 mi away, Lake Como offers fishing, kayaking, and hiking. The picturesque lake is in the Bitterroot National Forest. Nearby Painted Rocks State Park has a reservoir with boating and camping available.

South of Darby is Lost Trail Powder Mountain which is used for both downhill skiing and snowboarding.

Government
Darby has a mayor-council form of government. The Darby Town Council has two wards and an at-large position. In 2023, the Mayor was Nancy McKinney.

Education
Darby School District educates students from kindergarten through 12th grade. There are three schools in the district, elementary, middle for grades 7 and 8, and high school. In 2022, there were 349 students. Darby High School's team name is the Tigers.

Media
The Ravalli Republic newspaper is published in nearby Hamilton and covers Darby news.

The FM radio station KHDV is licensed in Darby. It airs a classic hits music format.

Television filmed in Darby
Yellowstone is an American television series created by Taylor Sheridan that premiered on June 20, 2018, on the Paramount Network. The series went into production in August 2017 at the Chief Joseph Ranch, which stands in as the home of character John Dutton.

Infrastructure
US Route 93 passes through town from north to south.

The nearest commercial airport is Missoula Montana Airport, 63 mi north.

In 2023, Bitterroot Health began construction on a clinic in Darby. Other healthcare facilities are in Hamilton or Missoula.

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Florence, Montana

Florence (Salish: čp̓úƛ̓us ) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Ravalli County, Montana. County Line Rd is on the northern edge of the city limits dividing it from Missoula County, Montana. The population was 821 at the 2020 census.

History
Florence was named for Florence Abbott Hammond, wife of A. B. Hammond, a lumber baron. He was instrumental in securing a branch of the Northern Pacific Railway in the Bitterroot Valley. The railway was immensely important in developing the lumber industry and apple production in the 1910s.

Geography
Florence is located between the Sapphire and Bitterroot Mountains. The Bitterroot River is to the east. The Threemile Wildlife Management Area, about 15 mi east, provides a winter range habitat for big game.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 2.0 km2, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 901 people, 323 households, and 266 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 190.7 PD/sqmi. There were 336 housing units at an average density of 71.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 96.12% White, 1.44% Native American, 0.11% Asian, 0.44% Pacific Islander, and 1.89% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.89% of the population.

There were 323 households, out of which 39.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 70.6% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.6% were non-families. 14.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.79 and the average family size was 3.07.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 29.3% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 28.5% from 45 to 64, and 8.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.0 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $39,286, and the median income for a family was $47,946. Males had a median income of $29,219 versus $20,795 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $17,626. About 9.2% of families and 17.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 29.3% of those under age 18 and 19.6% of those age 65 or over.

Recreation
The Bitterroot River is a Blue Ribbon fishery. A popular river for fly fishing, the river has native westslope cutthroat trout and bull trout.

The Threemile Wildlife Management Area has wildlife viewing and hunting opportunities. Animals include bobcats, elk, mule deer, and various raptors.

Education
The Florence-Carlton School District educates students from kindergarten through 12th grade. In the 2021-2022 school year a total of 813 students were enrolled. Florence-Carlton High School's team name is the Falcons.

Media
The FM radio station KDTR is licensed in Florence. It plays an adult alternative format.

Infrastructure
US Route 93 passes through town from north to south.

The nearest commercial airport is Missoula Montana Airport, 23 mi north.

Notable people

 * Dustin Lind, assistant coach for the San Francisco Giants
 * Jim Tyack, Major League Baseball player

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Hamilton, Montana

Hamilton is a city that serves as the county seat of Ravalli County, Montana, United States. The population was 4,659 at the 2020 census.

History
Hamilton was founded by copper king Marcus Daly in the late 19th century. It was named for J.W. Hamilton, who provided the right-of-way to the railroad. Daly is said to have wanted to begin business in the then county seat of Grantsdale, but was denied the opportunity. He supposedly founded Hamilton out of his own pocket as a reaction to being rebuffed at Grantsdale.

In the summer of 2000, Hamilton made international headlines when forest fires throughout the Bitterroot Valley filled the area with smoke and prompted the evacuation of many residents. President Clinton declared a state of emergency in the area and dispatched National Guard troops to assist with fighting the fires.

Geography and climate
Hamilton is located at 46.24833°N, -114.15972°W (46.248412, -114.159852).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.57 sqmi, of which 2.53 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi is water.

According to the Köppen climate classification, Hamilton has a humid continental climate.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 4,348 people, 2,175 households, and 1,006 families living in the city. The population density was 1718.6 PD/sqmi. There were 2,456 housing units at an average density of 970.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.0% White, 0.3% African American, 0.6% Native American, 1.4% Asian, 0.2% from other races, and 2.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.1% of the population.

There were 2,175 households, of which 23.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 30.6% were married couples living together, 11.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 53.7% were non-families. 47.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.92 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the city was 43 years. 20.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.4% were from 25 to 44; 23.4% were from 45 to 64; and 24.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 46.6% male and 53.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,705 people, 1,772 households, and 855 families living in the city. The population density was 1,603.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,915 housing units at an average density of 828.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.22% White, 0.11% African American, 0.89% Native American, 0.78% Asian, 0.22% from other races, and 1.78% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.65% of the population.

There were 1,772 households, out of which 22.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.3% were married couples living together, 9.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 51.7% were non-families. 47.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.95 and the average family size was 2.81.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.2% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 24.0% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 28.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 74.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,013, and the median income for a family was $30,665. Males had a median income of $25,795 versus $22,138 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,689. About 14.3% of families and 17.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 28.4% of those under age 18 and 15.3% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Hamilton is, as of 2004, home to two microbiological research and production facilities: the government-run Rocky Mountain Laboratories, and a branch of the Corixa Corporation (bought in the late 1990s from Ribi ImmunoChem Research, Inc.). The Corixa Corporation was bought by GlaxoSmithKline in 2005. NIAID (National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases) completed construction of a Biosafety Level 4 biohazard laboratory as part of the Rocky Mountain Laboratories (RML) facility in 2008. This facility has begun operations using highly-pathogenic organisms including the Lentivirus family of viruses.

Hamilton had one of the last remaining Kmart stores in the United States, which was the only remaining one in the state of Montana and the entire Mountain time zone. However, plans to close the Kmart store were announced in January 2022, with its final day of business conducted on March 6, 2022.

Government
Dominic Farrenkopf became Mayor in 2018. Hamilton's City Council has three Wards with two representatives from each Ward.

Arts and culture
The Ravalli County Museum, founded in 1955, is located in the former Ravalli County Courthouse and focuses on county history, natural history and art. The Daly Mansion, home of Marcus Daly, offers tours. This luxurious mansion has over 50 rooms, 26 acres of lawns, and several outbuildings.

Being located in the dramatically scenic Bitterroot Valley Hamilton is a great place for outdoor activity. Nature hikes and wildlife viewing opportunities are boundless. River Park and Skalkaho Bend offer trails in town.

A large skatepark, Circle 13, is at Claudia Driscoll Park. It is one of the skateparks built by Montana Pool Service, a project founded by Jeff Ament.

The 700-seat Hamilton Performing Arts Center at Hamilton High School is home for the annual Bitterroot Performing Arts Series, produced by the Bitterroot Performing Arts Council, as well as other school and public productions throughout the year.

Infrastructure
Hamilton is located directly on U.S. Route 93. It is intersected by Montana Secondary Highway 269.

Ravalli County Airport is a public use airport 1 mile east of town.

Daly Hospital, part of Bitterroot Health, provides healthcare service in Hamilton.

Education

 * Hamilton High School
 * The Bitterroot College Program of the University of Montana is located in Hamilton. In May 2012, it was renamed Bitterroot College University of Montana.

The Bitterroot Public Library serves the town of Hamilton. It was one of the 17 Carnegie libraries built in Montana.

Media
Hamilton's newspaper is the Ravalli Republic. It is a daily broadsheet offered as print or e-edition as well as having online news.

Five radio stations are licensed in Hamilton: KBAZ with mainstream rock, KHKM with adult hits, KLYQ is news/talk, KMZO is a religious channel, and KUFN public radio.

Notable people

 * Willy Burgdorfer, scientist who discovered the cause of Lyme disease
 * Herald Rea Cox, bacteriologist
 * Marcus Daly, one of the "Copper Kings" of Butte, Montana, owned the Bitterroot Stock Farm near Hamilton
 * Scott Lee Kimball, Colorado-born serial killer who lived in Hamilton during his teenage years.
 * Henry L. Myers, United States Senator from Montana
 * Jerry J. O'Connell, United States Representative from Montana, editor and publisher of local newspaper
 * Val Skinner, golfer, winner of six LPGA Tour events
 * Suzanna Son, film actress known for Red Rocket
 * Michael D. Stevens, former Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy

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Pinesdale, Montana

Pinesdale is a town in Ravalli County, Montana, United States. The population was 805 at the 2020 census.

The town was incorporated in 1980. It was settled in the early 1960s by fundamentalist Mormons, who selected its secluded location for the privacy.

Geography
Pinesdale is located at 46.33417°N, -114.22278°W (46.334272, -114.222895).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.30 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 917 people, 178 households, and 163 families living in the town. The population density was 705.4 PD/sqmi. There were 194 housing units at an average density of 149.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.6% White, 0.3% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.4% from other races, and 0.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.7% of the population.

There were 178 households, of which 74.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.4% were married couples living together, 30.9% had a female householder with no husband present, 2.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 8.4% were non-families. 8.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 5.15 and the average family size was 5.44.

The median age in the town was 16.1 years. 55.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 11.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 18.6% were from 25 to 44; 10.5% were from 45 to 64; and 4.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 47.5% male and 52.5% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 742 people, 139 households, and 128 families living in the town. The population density was 567.0 PD/sqmi. There were 149 housing units at an average density of 113.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.71% White, 0.13% Native American, and 2.16% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.96% of the population.

There were 139 households, out of which 72.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.0% were married couples living together, 34.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 7.9% were non-families. 7.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 5.34 and the average family size was 5.66.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 59.7% under the age of 18, 12.0% from 18 to 24, 15.2% from 25 to 44, 9.3% from 45 to 64, and 3.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 15 years. For every 100 females there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 69.9 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,528, and the median income for a family was $27,361. Males had a median income of $23,333 versus $17,857 for females. The per capita income for the town was $5,051. About 31.1% of families and 35.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 40.8% of those under age 18 and 11.1% of those age 65 or over.

Religion
The majority of the residents of Pinesdale are members of the Apostolic United Brethren. The community once included Alex Joseph, who later became the first Libertarian mayor in the United States.

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Stevensville, Montana

Stevensville (Salish: ɫq̓éɫmlš ) is a town in Ravalli County, Montana, United States. The population was 2,002 at the 2020 census.

Stevensville is officially recognized as the first permanent settlement of non-indigenous peoples in the state of Montana. Forty-eight years before Montana became the nation's 41st state, Stevensville was settled by Jesuit Missionaries at the request of the Bitterroot Salish tribe.

History
The Bitterroot Valley is the ancestral homeland of the Bitterroot Salish people. Between 1812 and 1821, the Salish learned about the "powerful medicine" of Christianity and Jesuit missionaries from Iroquois fur traders. In 1831, four young Salish men were dispatched to St. Louis, Missouri, to request "Black Robes" for the tribe. The four Salish men were directed to the home and office of William Clark (of Lewis and Clark fame) to make their request. At that time Clark was in charge of administering the territory they called home. Through the perils of their trip, two of the Salish died at the home of General Clark. The remaining two Salish men secured a visit with St. Louis Bishop Joseph Rosati, who assured them that missionaries would be sent to the Bitterroot Valley when funds and missionaries were available in the future.

Again in 1835 and 1837 the Bitterroot Salish dispatched men to St. Louis to request missionaries, but to no avail. Finally in 1839 a group of Iroquois and Salish met Father Pierre-Jean De Smet in Council Bluffs. The meeting resulted in Fr. DeSmet promising to fulfill their request for a missionary the following year.

In 1841, DeSmet led a group of Jesuits to the Bitterroot and founded St. Mary's Mission. It became the first permanent white settlement in what is now Montana. Construction of a chapel began immediately, followed by other permanent structures including log cabins. The settlement was the site of many of Montana's "firsts": irrigation, agriculture, ranching, and cattle branding. Father Ravalli, Jesuit priest and physician, arrived at the mission in 1845 and built the first pharmacy.

In 1850 Major John Owen arrived in the valley and set up camp north of St. Mary's. When Blackfeet raids forced the closure of the mission, Owen bought it from the Jesuits and established a trading post called Fort Owen. The Jesuits later returned to the area and built a new church. Both St. Mary's Mission and Fort Owen still have permanent structures that stand in present-day Stevensville, denoting its historical past starting in 1841.

The name of the settlement was changed from St. Mary's to Stevensville in 1864 to honor territorial governor Isaac Stevens. In 1879, G. A. Kellogg platted the townsite. In 1891, the Bitterroot Salish who remained in the valley were forced to remove to the Flathead Indian Reservation. In 1893, Ravalli County was created, and Stevensville became the county seat until 1898, when the town lost the election to Hamilton. More than forty properties in Stevensville are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.00 sqmi, of which 0.98 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

"Flanked by the Bitterroot and Sapphire mountains, the small, historic town in the Bitterroot Valley offers beautiful views, outdoor recreation, and watchable wildlife." The Bitterroot Mountain Range, just west of Stevensville, is the longest single mountain range in the Rocky Mountains. The Bitterroot River runs along the eastern border.

Climate
This climatic region is typified by large seasonal temperature differences, with warm to hot (rarely humid) summers and cold (sometimes severely cold) winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Stevensville has a humid continental climate, abbreviated "Dfb" on climate maps.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 1,809 people, 836 households, and 455 families living in the town. The population density was 1845.9 PD/sqmi. There were 935 housing units at an average density of 954.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.0% White, 0.1% African American, 1.0% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.6% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.4% of the population.

There were 836 households, of which 24.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 40.8% were married couples living together, 8.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.3% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.6% were non-families. 40.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.11 and the average family size was 2.87.

The median age in the town was 42.3 years. 22.2% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.8% were from 25 to 44; 25.1% were from 45 to 64; and 21.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 46.9% male and 53.1% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,553 people, 652 households, and 385 families living in the town. The population density was 3,008.3 PD/sqmi. There were 711 housing units at an average density of 1,377.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.52% White, 0.26% African American, 1.03% Native American, 0.26% Asian, 0.32% from other races, and 1.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.00% of the population.

There were 652 households, out of which 29.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.8% were non-families. 35.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.3% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 20.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 89.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $27,951, and the median income for a family was $34,583. Males had a median income of $29,327 versus $20,729 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,700. About 10.4% of families and 12.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.3% of those under age 18 and 9.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Stevensville Public Schools educates students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Stevensville High School had 383 students enrolled in the 2021-2022 school year. Their team name is the Yellowjackets.

North Valley Public Library is located in Stevensville.

Media
The Bitterroot Star is a weekly newspaper owned by Mullen Newspaper Company.

The FM radio station KKVU is licensed in Stevensville.

Infrastructure
Stevensville is accessed from U.S. Route 93 by Montana Highway 269. Montana Highway 203 exits town on the northeast.

Stevensville Municipal Airport is a town-owned public-use airport located two miles (3.7 km) northeast of town. The nearest commercial airport is Missoula Montana Airport, 32 mi north.

Notable people

 * Janine Benyus, author
 * Tyler Bradt, whitewater kayaker, ran Palouse Falls in 2009
 * Edward Catich, author was born in the town
 * Huey Lewis, lead singer of Huey Lewis and the News
 * Marion Marshall, actress
 * Washington J. McCormick, United States Representative from Montana, retired to Stevensville
 * George McGovern owned a book store and a summer home in the area
 * Lee Metcalf, United States congressman (1953-1961) and senator (1961-1978) from Montana
 * Kathleen Meyer, author
 * Anthony Ravalli, Jesuit pioneer and founder of western U.S. settlements

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Victor, Montana

Victor is a census-designated place (CDP) in Ravalli County, Montana, United States. The population was 789 at the 2020 Census, compared to 745 at the 2010 census.

History
Victor is named for Chief Victor of the Bitterroot Salish, whose proper name was Xweɫxƛ̣ ̓cín (Many Horses). Chief Victor met Lewis and Clark when he was 15 years old in September 1805 at Ross' Hole and later he would refuse to cede the Bitterroot Valley to the United States' Washington Territory. After Chief Victor's death in 1870, the Salish were forced to move to the Flathead Reservation.

The townsite was platted in 1881. Repeal of the Sherman Silver Purchase Act in 1893 hit Victor hard, forcing many of the local mines to close. The economy rebounded in the late 1890s with the growth of the timber industry and agricultural enterprises.

Geography
Victor is in southwestern Montana, along the Bitterroot River between the Bitterroot Range and Sapphire Mountains.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 1.2 km2, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 859 people, 351 households, and 230 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 537.6 PD/sqmi. There were 375 housing units at an average density of 234.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 96.16% White, 0.12% African American, 1.51% Native American, 0.12% Pacific Islander, 0.70% from other races, and 1.40% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.56% of the population.

There were 351 households, out of which 34.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.1% were married couples living together, 10.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.97.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 29.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 21.0% from 45 to 64, and 15.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.6 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $38,618, and the median income for a family was $42,986. Males had a median income of $29,917 versus $17,250 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $17,599. About 6.6% of families and 7.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.0% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Education
Victor Public Schools educates students from kindergarten through 12th grade. In the 2021-2022 school year, a total of 261 students were enrolled in the district. Victor High School's team name is the Pirates.

Media
The FM radio station KXEH is licensed in Victor. It plays a religious format.

Infrastructure
Victor is located along U.S. Route 93. The nearest airport is Missoula Montana Airport 39 mi north.

Notable people

 * Hoyt Axton, singer, songwriter, actor
 * Marty Essen, ten-time award-winning author, photographer, professional speaker
 * Tom Hewitt, actor

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Fairview, Montana

Fairview is a town in Richland County, Montana, United States. The population was 896 at the 2020 census. The town is directly on the North Dakota border. Fairview incorporated in 1913.

Geography
Fairview is located at 47.85167°N, -104.04861°W (47.851794, -104.048499).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.97 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 840 people, 354 households, and 217 families living in the town. The population density was 866.0 PD/sqmi. There were 383 housing units at an average density of 394.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.5% White, 0.2% African American, 1.7% Native American, 1.4% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.3% of the population.

There were 354 households, of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.9% were married couples living together, 11.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.7% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.37 and the average family size was 3.02.

The median age in the town was 37.8 years. 26.7% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 26.1% were from 25 to 44; 24.7% were from 45 to 64; and 15.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 51.4% male and 48.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 709 people, 310 households, and 184 families living in the town. The population density was 736.4 PD/sqmi. There were 390 housing units at an average density of 405.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.47% White, 0.85% Native American, 0.99% from other races, and 1.69% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.40% of the population.

There were 310 households, out of which 29.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.4% were married couples living together, 7.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 40.6% were non-families. 38.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.5% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 26.7% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 17.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 102.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,023, and the median income for a family was $33,125. Males had a median income of $24,000 versus (?) females. The per capita income for the town was $13,235. About 11.1% of families and 15.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.6% of those under age 18 and 13.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Fairview provides education from kindergarten through 12th grade. Fairview High School's team name is the Warriors.

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Knife River, Montana

Knife River was a census-designated place (CDP) in Richland County, Montana, United States. The population was 320 at the 2010 census. The CDP primarily consisted of the unincorporated community of Savage. The Knife River CDP was not recorded at the 2020 census; instead, a smaller CDP named "Savage", comprising only the built-up portion of the town, was listed.

Geography
The Knife River CDP was located at 47.45361°N, -104.345°W (47.453610, -104.344938), comprising the community of Savage and agricultural areas to the east and west. The CDP was on the west side of the Yellowstone River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 3.5 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 297 people, 125 households, and 79 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 86.2 PD/sqmi. There were 145 housing units at an average density of 42.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 96.97% White, 1.35% Native American, 0.67% from other races, and 1.01% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.04% of the population.

There were 125 households, out of which 31.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.0% were married couples living together, 7.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.8% were non-families. 36.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 25.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 104.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.8 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $29,792, and the median income for a family was $32,750. Males had a median income of $27,083 versus $19,375 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $11,865. About 10.1% of families and 15.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.5% of those under the age of eighteen and 24.4% of those 65 or over.

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Sidney, Montana

Sidney is a city in and the county seat of Richland County, Montana, United States, less than 10 mi west of the North Dakota border. The population was 6,346 at the 2020 census. The city lies along the Yellowstone River and is in proximity to the badlands of the Dakotas. Sidney is approximately midway between Glendive, Montana and Williston, North Dakota.

History
Settlers began arriving in the area in the 1870s, and a post office was established in 1888. Six-year-old Sidney Walters and his parents were staying with Hiram Otis, the local justice of the peace, and Otis decided that Sidney was a good name for the town. The following year, Montana became a state and Sidney was incorporated in 1911.

Sidney was originally part of Dawson County, but became the county seat of Richland County at its inception in 1914.

Agriculture became an important part of the region after the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Project was completed in 1909. A dam was built on the river south of Glendive, which diverted water from the river into a 115.2 km main canal, which runs north–south, parallel to the Yellowstone, irrigating land from Glendive north up to Fairview, where it dumps into the Missouri River. This project irrigates 51429 acre and serves water to 450 farms, according to the manager of the Lower Yellowstone Irrigation Districts.

During the Great Depression, Montana artist J. K. Ralston painted a Federal Arts Project mural at the Richland County Courthouse in Sidney.

The town received a boost in 1924 when the Holly Sugar Company opened up a sugar refinery in Sidney to process locally grown sugar beets.

The area experienced an oil boom and bust in the late 1970s and early 1980s, bringing an influx of people to the town for a short period of time. Around the start of the 21st century, the town experienced another surge in oil exploration activity.

Geography
Sidney is located in the northeastern part of the state at 47.7125°N, -104.16139°W (47.712519, -104.161486), at an altitude of 1,949 feet (594 m).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.68 sqmi, of which 2.66 sqmi is land and 0.02 sqmi is water.

Sidney is 270 mi northeast of Billings, and 190 mi south of Regina, Saskatchewan.

Climate
Sidney experiences a semi-arid climate (Köppen BSk) with long, cold, dry winters and hot, more humid summers.

Economy
Sidney relies heavily on farming, ranching, and oil production for economic stability. The surrounding countryside is populated with many farms and cattle ranches, plus oil exploration activity. The area's main cash crop are sugar beets, and Sidney is home to a sugar beet factory, built in 1925. The factory is the largest employer in the city, next to the Sidney Health Center and Sidney Public Schools.

The sugar beet factory, owned by the American Crystal Sugar Company, was scheduled to close in April 2023.

Arts and culture
The town's museum, the MonDak Heritage Center, was founded in 1967. The museum houses artifacts and archives that detail the history of life in eastern Montana and western North Dakota since the first pioneers arrived in the late 19th century.

Sidney has a public library, the Sidney-Richland County Library.

Government
The town of Sidney has a Mayor and City Council. The City Council has 3 wards, each with 2 councilors. In 2023 the Mayor was Rick Norby.

Education
Sidney has four public schools; one K, 1st, and 2nd grade (Westside Elementary) elementary school, a 3rd, 4th and 5th grade (Central Elementary) Elementary school, a 6-8 Junior High School, and a 9-12 senior high school. Sidney High School's team name is the Eagles.

There are no institutions of higher education located within the city, but Williston State College in North Dakota is within commuting distance. MSU-Billings offers courses through telecommunication, and Sidney High School has a variety of adult education classes each year.

Media
The city has two community newspapers, The Sidney Herald and The Roundup.

Radio

 * KEYZ AM 660
 * KGCX FM 93.1
 * KTHC FM 95.1
 * KYYZ FM 96.1
 * KDSR FM 101.1

Infrastructure
The eastern end of Montana Highway 16 joins Highway 200 in Sidney.

The town is served by Sidney-Richland Municipal Airport, located one mile (1.6 km) west of the central business district. It has scheduled passenger commuter airline flights through Cape Air.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 5,191 people, 2,304 households, and 1,378 families living in the city. The population density was 1951.5 PD/sqmi. There were 2,467 housing units at an average density of 927.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% White, 0.1% African American, 1.8% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.4% of the population.

There were 2,304 households, of which 28.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 46.0% were married couples living together, 8.6% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.2% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.2% were non-families. 33.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.85.

The median age in the city was 39.3 years. 23.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.7% were from 25 to 44; 29% were from 45 to 64; and 14.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 4,774 people, 2,006 households, and 1,271 families living in the city. The population density was 2,125.3 PD/sqmi. There were 2,393 housing units at an average density of 1,065.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.81% White, 0.10% African American, 1.89% Native American, 0.31% Asian, 1.01% from other races, and 0.88% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.43% of the population.

There were 2,006 households, out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.6% were non-families. 33.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 21.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 92.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $32,109, and the median income for a family was $38,992. Males had a median income of $30,347 versus $18,517 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,911. About 8.5% of families and 12.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.1% of those under age 18 and 8.7% of those age 65 or over.

Notable people

 * Clyde Lamb — gag cartoonist and syndicated comic strip artist, born in Sidney
 * Roger A. Markle — director of the U.S. Bureau of Mines and executive of Quaker State and NERCO, born in Sidney
 * Donald Nutter — former Governor of Montana (1961–62), grew up in Sidney
 * Barry Petersen — Emmy Award-winning CBS News correspondent, graduated from Sidney High School in 1966
 * Chuck Stevenson — race car driver, born in Sidney

title: Sidney, Montana


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Bainville, Montana

Bainville is a town in Roosevelt County, Montana, United States. The population was 271 at the 2020 census. It is named for Charles M. Bain, an early resident and the town's first postmaster. Bainville celebrated its centennial on July 4, 2006.

Geography
Bainville is located at 48.14056°N, -104.22083°W (48.140470, -104.220900).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.02 sqmi, all land.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 208 people, 85 households, and 52 families living in the town. The population density was 203.9 PD/sqmi. There were 95 housing units at an average density of 93.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 85.6% White, 11.1% Native American, and 3.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.5% of the population.

There were 85 households, of which 38.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 7.1% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 38.8% were non-families. 34.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 3.17.

The median age in the town was 30.8 years. 34.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 4.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.9% were from 25 to 44; 24.1% were from 45 to 64; and 11.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 52.4% male and 47.6% female.

2000 census
As of the census<"wwwcensusgov"/> of 2000, there were 153 people, 72 households, and 43 families living in the town. The population density was 147.9 PD/sqmi. There were 83 housing units at an average density of 80.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 89.54% White, 5.23% Native American, and 5.23% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.65% of the population.

There were 72 households, out of which 23.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 4.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.9% were non-families. 37.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.82.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.6% under the age of 18, 5.9% from 18 to 24, 19.6% from 25 to 44, 28.1% from 45 to 64, and 26.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females there were 82.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $29,643. Males had a median income of $27,000 versus $13,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,997. About 16.7% of families and 14.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.4% of those under the age of eighteen and 9.1% of those 65 or over.

Transportation
Amtrak’s Empire Builder, which operates between Seattle/Portland and Chicago, passes through the town on BNSF tracks, but makes no stop. The nearest station is located in Williston, 28 mi to the east.

Education
Bainville Public School educates students from kindergarten through 12th grade. Bainville High School is known as the Bulldogs.

title: Bainville, Montana