U.S. proposes ending new federal leases in nation's biggest coal region
The Biden administration on Thursday proposed an end to new coal leasing from federal reserves in the most productive coal mining region in the U.S. as officials seek to limit climate-changing greenhouse gas emissions from burning the fuel.
Whitefish qualifies 11 for State A tennis
Mason Kelch and Dane Hunt defeated Whitefish teammates Buren Brust and Jesse Burrough in the Northwest A divisional boys doubles championship match, as both duos earned a spot at the state tournament Wednesday.
Ronan man sentenced to 60 years for starting fire that destroy 14 homes
A Ronan man, and son of one of the most experienced and respected wildland firefighters in the country, was sentenced in Polson District Court May 10 to the Montana State Prison for a total of 60 years with 30 years suspended.
Keep politics out of judiciary
Montana’s secretary of state was asked by a small group of legislators to poll all members of the Legislature to determine whether to convene a special session.
Fraud summit focuses on educating seniors
My Glacier Village is organizing the event in partnership with AARP of Montana, Flathead Electric Cooperative, Glacier Bank, and Merrill Lynch.
Daniel "Dan" Straszewski, 96
Daniel "Dan" Straszewski, Oct. 22, 1927 - May 11, 2024.
Letters to the editor May 16
Letters to the editor May 16
Flathead Story Concerts return with inspiring stories told live
True personal essays, short stories and poems will be shared live by local storytellers during the Flathead Story Concerts’ next event on Tuesday, May 21.
The Gaelic Storm is coming in October
Tickets are on sale to see the October 24 performance at the Wachholz College Center in Kalispell. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
Handguns and bear spray
Wow, it’s springtime in the Flathead. Last weekend was a great spring weekend with daytime highs in the 70s and 80s, plus bright sunny skies.
Tester backs bill to detain immigrants accused of crimes
U.S. Sen. Jon Tester backed the Laken Riley Act last week, becoming the first Senate Democrat to throw support behind the legislation, which focuses on crimes committed by immigrants in the country illegally.
Law roundup: Parental advisory required for campground singer
Columbia Falls Police Department called back a phone number tied to a 911 hangup and dispatch heard a child screaming, “I don’t want to go to jail.” The ...
Flathead High School presents beloved story about a red-haired orphan in ‘Anne of Green Gables’
Embark on a delightful journey and learn a few life lessons about love and friendship, along the way, in Flathead High School Theatre’s performances of “Anne of Green Gables” May 23 and 24.
Lakers use strong start to down Libby
Trever Cockerill threw three no-hit innings and the Kalispell AA Lakers scored six runs in the second inning to take a 10-0 victory over Libby Wednesday.
Knudsen says he got primary opponent to run so he could raise more money
At a Saturday night campaign event billed as a “conservative cookout,” Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen told a crowd that he had put a friend and fellow Republican up to running against him in his bid for re-election in order to raise more money and because he believes state law is “ridiculous,” according to a recording that captured part of his remarks and was obtained by the Daily Montanan.
Postal Service pauses consolidation plans after outcry
U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy hit pause this week on plans to consolidate processing centers, halting a proposal to move Missoula’s distribution center to Spokane.
Disney classic ‘Fantasia’ will be shown at Movie Night at the Museum
Beautiful music, dancing animals, waltzing flowers and Mickey Mouse as the sorcerer’s apprentice in the Disney classic “Fantasia,” returns to the screen during Movie Night at the Museum May 28.
Libby’s Heritage Museum holds opening day festivities
The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes presentations and demonstrations throughout the day.
Flathead Trails Fest celebrate outdoors
Celebrating the outdoors, the second annual Flathead Trails Fest is set for Sunday, May 19 near Whitefish.
Somers Middle School goes to the ducks for telling of fairy tale
Feathered friends take the stage Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, at Somers Middle School in a “poultry tale” of self-discovery in “Honk Jr.”
