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Curiosity for cuisine: Whitefish Chef Earl Reynolds lets twists on classics drive the menu
There are many hallmarks of success in Earl Reynolds' career, but earning a second James Beard Award nomination fo…
Putin says gunmen who raided Moscow concert hall tried to escape to Ukraine. Kyiv denies involvement
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian authorities arrested the four men suspected of carrying out the attack on a suburban Moscow concert hall that killed at least 133 people,…
Gianforte out-raises Democratic challenger Busse
Incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte out-raised Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by about $350,000 in Montana’s gubernatorial race so far, filings show.
In an election year, abortion access initiatives in the states interplays with national politics
ST. LOUIS — In early February, abortion rights supporters gathered to change Missouri history at the Pageant — a storied club where rock ’n’ roll revolutionary…
Kate, Princess of Wales, says she has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy
LONDON (AP) — Kate, the Princess of Wales, said Friday she has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy.
House approves $1.2 trillion package of spending bills before shutdown deadline, Senate up next
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House approved a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills on Friday just a few hours before funding for some key federal agencies is set t…
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene files motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson
WASHINGTON (AP) — Speaker Mike Johnson is at risk of being ousted after hard-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a "motion to vacate" on Friday in the midd…
More than 440,000 Starbucks-branded mugs recalled due to burn, laceration risk
NEW YORK (AP) — More than 440,000 Starbucks-branded mugs made by Nestle and sold during the winter holidays are being recalled after reports of some users rece…
Judge Christopher announces resignation, effective April 5
In a letter dated March 15, District Court Judge Kim Christopher informed Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike McGrath that she is officially stepping down from he…
Columbia Falls School District sending more levy requests to voters
Looking down the barrel of some significant operating deficits in both the elementary and high school budgets, the Columbia Falls School District 6 Trustee Board unanimously approved bringing two levy requests to v…
State uses Jan. 6 insurrection to argue for tougher voter registration requirements
A Montana assistant attorney general told a federal judge Wednesday afternoon that Montana needs the additional voter registration requirements signed into law…
Accurate rent estimates would bring state millions more for vouchers, housing advocate says
Local housing advocates in Montana are committing to do the on-the-ground work to get a more accurate estimate of the rental market in the state – which would …
Law roundup: Owner abandons sick dog at veterinarian’s office
The 5-month-old dog, who went by “Tux” possibly owing to its black and white fur, received an exam and tested positive for parvovirus with the total bill coming to about $201.
Three vie to replace state Supreme Court Justice Dirk Sandefur
The stage is set for a three-way contest to replace retiring Montana Supreme Court Justice Dirk Sandefur, a race featuring two district court judges and a man …
Workshop to discuss Whitefish's tourism management plan
The Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan committee will hold a planning workshop April 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Whitefish City Hall.
Sidewalk construction in Evergreen slated to begin this week
After years of effort, sidewalk construction along U.S. 2 in Evergreen is finally getting underway.