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Wildlife experts analyze rare fatal bear attack in Glacier
Nearly three weeks after a 33-year-old hiker was killed in an apparent bear attack in Glacier National Park, quest…
Flathead County Library trustees open search for a new logo to the public
Have an idea for the new Flathead County Library logo? Library board trustees are taking submissions and suggestions on designs leading up to their next board …
County board considers Evergreen RV park, event venue near Whitefish
A new RV park in Evergreen and a property wanting to host large events southwest of Whitefish have both applied for approval with Flathead County.
Law roundup: Busybody wants the scoop before bedtime
A busybody allegedly called the Kalispell Police Department because someone downstairs slammed their door and wanted to know what was going on before going to bed.
Fishing his way from Montana to Mongolia
Throughout his early life, Thane Melton went fishing with his family quite often across the state. It was a hobby that they all shared, from Michigan to Montan…
Whitefish looks at Karrow Ave. construction contract
Whitefish City Council on Monday is set to approve a $2.39 million construction contract for the reconstruction of a section of Karrow Avenue.
Law roundup: Neighbor keeps barking up the wrong tree
A resident was tired of a neighbor’s harassment over their outdoor dog when she reportedly kept turning her in to animal control — about six or seven times — without any findings.
Rose Nelson hops into 90th birthday in Easter Bunny costume
This year, Easter falls on Rose Nelson’s 90th birthday and she, once again, is celebrating in a new outfit.
An Easter egg hunt for everyone — pediatric therapy center creates inclusive event
The youngster was among several who spent the morning on March 23 having fun collecting brightly colored eggs and getting toys at the Inclusive Easter Egg Hunt…
Flathead County plans to sell property to Lakeside sewer district
Flathead County is looking to sell its 36.9 acres in Lower Valley originally purchased for a regional septage treatment facility to the Lakeside County Water a…
Law roundup: Pranksters left with egg on their faces
A girl and her friend were allegedly throwing eggs at cars in a parking lot when the occupants of a vehicle got out and kicked her truck, leaving dents.
Coalition sues education agency for ‘interfering’ with charter school openings
The Montana Quality Education Coalition filed a lawsuit Thursday against state Superintendent Elsie Arntzen and the Office of Public Instruction related to an ongoing dispute over the agency’s implementation of a n…
Glacier High coach wins speech and debate coach of the year
Glacier High School’s Kerrie More is the 2024 Assistant Speech and Debate Coach of the Year for the Montana West District.
Five state law enforcement academy graduates headed to Flathead County
The Montana Law Enforcement Academy graduated 61 new officers Tuesday, including five bound for agencies in Flathead County.
Wildland Firefighter Foundation to hold banquet April 13
The public is invited to the fourth annual Flathead Wildland Firefighters Banquet to help support the many federal, state, local, contract and volunteer firefighters that train and work to protect public and privat…
Flathead Electric Cooperative plans construction this summer for Whitefish solar project
The solar project is being developed in partnership with the city of Whitefish. The photovoltaic facility will be located near the Whitefish wastewater treatme…