Born in Iowa, Michael became a Montanan in his early teens when his family moved to the Gallatin Valley. Foth -rhymes with both - started his broadcast career while in high school, working part-time at an AM religious station in Belgrade. Over the years, his work path allowed him opportunities in Salt Lake City, Denver, and southern Minnesota. Michael returned to the airwaves in Billings in 2005 and has been with Townsquare Media, Billings since 2017. Interests: reading (mostly fiction), history, gardening, cooking, fishing, motorcycles, playing blackjack, and hanging out with his family. Favorite foods: smoked meats, steak, seafood, thin-crust pizza. Movies he's watched more than 10 times: Family Vacation, Happy Gilmore, Tommy Boy. Ideal vacation: Any place with a beach, pool, and palm trees. Favorite part of this job: Everyone has a unique story, and Michael loves finding those interesting stories and sharing them with our listeners and readers. Music: A rocker at heart, Michael enjoys all styles of music from classic country to pop. Personal stuff: "#Dad Life" is what it's all about for Michael. Married since 2010, he has three older step-kids and two younger girls who have him completely wrapped around their fingers. Three dogs and a cat round out their household.
Michael Foth
If Montana Snowstorms Were Ranked Like Hurricanes
From the "Frosty Flirt" to "Snowmageddon", here are the five levels of snowstorms in Montana if our winter storms were ranked like hurricanes.
Historic Montana Lookout Tower Wrapped in Foil as Fire Approaches
Firefighters spent the morning wrapping the old McCart fire lookout station in the Bitterroot National Forest with what looks like tin foil (it's not). The Johnson Ridge fire appears to be approaching the structure from the south.
Thunderstorm Downs Trees in Billings Heights Tuesday Evening
Hail, flash flooding, downed trees, and power outages wreaked havoc across Billings on Tuesday.
27 Montanans Reported Missing in July. Have You Seen Them?
Montana has averaged more than one reported missing person per day so far in July 2024. Ages range from teens to seniors and the reports come from all corners of the state.
What Chemical Compounds are Found in Montana Wildfire Smoke?
Montana is experiencing our annual summer blanket of thick smoke from wildfires. If you've ever wondered what exactly you're breathing, here's what we learned... it's nasty.
Longhorn Injures Two at a Small Town Montana Parade
The bovine became spooked during a parade in Fort Benton last weekend, breaking free from it's handlers and injuring at least two people. One victim was flown to Great Falls for medical treatment.
Big Chain With 7 Locations in Montana is Closing 35 Stores
Hot on the heels of Red Lobster's nationwide downsizing, another popular restaurant chain has announced they're closing at least 35 US locations too. Will the Montana stores survive the axe?
13 of the Best Montana Town Names for a Child
Choosing baby names is never easy. Here are 13 Montana towns that might be perfect names for a boy or girl.
If You Catch One of These Fish in Yellowstone Park, Kill It Now
Fishing in Yellowstone National Park comes with unique rules and regulations. If you catch three types of fish in certain areas the Park, you're required to kill them.
FOR SALE: Old Wild West Theme Town Attraction in Montana
On the Continental Divide west of Helena sits a one-of-a-kind property called Frontier Town. The former tourist attraction comes with a heck of a story.