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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…
Series looks at land stewardship
The Montana State University Flathead County Extension and the Flathead Conservation District are holding a six-week Land Stewardship Series.
Man dies following shooting near Columbia Falls
A man allegedly opened fire on people at a Columbia Falls home Wednesday night before fleeing and prompting a standoff with members of the Northwest Regional SWAT team, authorities say.
Congress unveils $1.2 trillion plan to avert federal shutdown and bring budget fight to a close
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers introduced a $1.2 trillion spending package Thursday that sets the stage for avoiding a partial government shutdown for several key…
Democratic senators push bill focusing on local detainment of immigrants linked to violent crime
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bill from group of Democratic and independent senators would let the federal government request a court order that local authorities hold i…
Escaped white supremacist inmate and accomplice still at large after Idaho hospital ambush
Authorities are searching for a white supremacist Idaho prison inmate and an accomplice who fled after the accomplice shot and wounded corrections officers as …
Man accused of trashing Columbia Falls hotel room while on meth
Prosecutors have filed felony charges against a man suspected of ransacking his Columbia Falls hotel room while high on methamphetamine last week.
Law roundup: Geocaching mistaken for a drug deal
After their son described seeing someone drop off an item in the parking lot of a big box retailer, a parent phoned the Kalispell Police Department to report a possible drug deal.
Feds meet with Lake County Commission on criminal jurisdiction
Federal agencies would only focus on the “big fish” cases if they took over felony jurisdiction on the Flathead Indian Reservation.
Flathead County passes septage treatment facility to Lakeside district
Flathead County is handing over the construction and future operation of a regional septage treatment facility to the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District.
Flathead Forest plans spring burn operations
The Flathead National Forest is planning to conduct spring prescribed fire projects when weather, fuel conditions and air quality become favorable.
Kalispell voters approve public safety levy
Voters in Kalispell gave the city the green light on Tuesday to levy 60.9 mills annually to help bolster its emergency services.
Mack Days: Perfect weather for opening weekend
The 2024 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, began…
Man pleads guilty in eagle 'killing spree' on reservation to sell feathers on black market
MISSOULA (AP) — A Washington state man accused of helping kill thousands of birds pleaded guilty in federal court on Wednesday to shooting eagles on an America…
Biden impeachment inquiry is at a crossroad. As Hunter Biden declines to appear, GOP eyes next move
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden is at a crossroad, lacking the political appetite from within the Republican ranks to …
DREAM Adaptive Recreation's 5th Annual SHRED-A-THON returns
DREAM Adaptive Recreation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through outdoor recreation, is thrilled to announce t…