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Retiring Sister Judy Lund recognized with Spirit of Montana award for 'lifetime of service'
Students and teachers at St. Matthew’s Catholic School rose for a standing ovation as Gov. Greg Gianforte bestowed…
Donna Lee Chapmon, 86
The world has lost one of the kindest, most selfless humans most of us will ever have the honor of knowing.
Local crafters have homemade masks covered
Some local crafters are going one step further to help out during the COVID-19 outbreak by creating homemade protective masks for medical workers.
Pamela Joy Corpron, 60
Our dear Pam passed away too soon on March 14, 2020 at the young age of 60.
David Riegel, 81
David Riegel, age 81, of Whitefish, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2020, at Bee Hive Homes in Columbia Falls.
Gateway Community Center looking to fill space in old mall building
The Gateway Community Center could become a hub for community-minded organizations in Northwest Montana — but it still needs more tenants.
Ted Czochanski, 76
Ted Czochanski, 76, of Kalispell, loved Jesus. After battling a long fight with several health issues, he went to be with his Lord on Monday, March 23, 2020, a…
Animal clinics remain open for pet emergencies
The veterinary community in the Flathead knows that even amid a virus outbreak affecting humans, the valley’s animals need treatment, too.
Karen K. Reynen, 65
Karen K. Reynen, 65, passed away unexpectedly in her home on March 18, 2020.
Barbara Joyce Lengstorf, 81
Barbara Joyce Lengstorf, 81, passed away March 7, 2020. She felt so much love, was surrounded by her family and passed away peacefully at home in Ridgefield, Washington.
Vacation rental data suggests visitors seeking shelter in Montana
LIVINGSTON — One day late last week, Dan Vermillion, owner of Sweetwater Travel in Livingston, woke up to a flurry of emails.
Christmas tree in Troy lit to boost spirits in time of uncertainty
The aroma of wood smoke pervaded the air and the setting sun blushed the clouds with a rosy hue and lit the hills with alpenglow.
The Latest: Michigan executive order restores water service
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with…
Indianapolis tech firms hold their own amid growth elsewhere
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A lot of sunshine has beamed down on the Indianapolis metro tech sector in recent years. But according to a recent report, at least one ominous cloud hangs overhead.
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Trump extends virus guidelines, braces US for big death toll