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Counting machines add vote of confidence to elections security
The conference room of the Flathead County Elections Department whirred with noise. Volunteers rattled off strings…
Neighbors appeal apartment variance in C-Falls to state high court
The neighbors of a Columbia Falls apartment complex that burned down have appealed a district court ruling allowing the owner to rebuild.
After public outcry, Montana standards for counselors, librarians, to stay in place
The Montana Board of Public Education plans to keep existing ratios between students and librarians, school counselors and superintendents — contrary to the Office of Public Instruction’s recommendation to eliminat…
Lawsuit over Whitefish subdivision dismissed, while second regarding property continues
A lawsuit filed against the city of Whitefish and a developer over a commercial subdivision has been dismissed.
Motorist brought up on charges after allegedly fleeing deputies, resisting arrest
A Marion man accused of fleeing law enforcement during a traffic stop and later being uncooperative with sheriff’s deputies pleaded not guilty to multiple char…
Evicted Outlaw Inn renters still seeking home
When Joan Corbin and her daughter Michaela see paper notices on their door, it gives them flashbacks. They can’t help but recall a cold day in January when the…
Nursing homes continue closing, leaving residents, families stressed
In Montana, nine nursing homes have closed or are projected to in 2022, and one transitioned from a nursing home to an assisted living facility, according to the state Department of Public Health and Human Services.
Foundation awards more than $25,000 to teachers
Kalispell Education Foundation awarded $25,009 in Great Opportunities grants to help educators fund projects to engage and inspire students in Kalispell Public…
Law roundup: One-eyed man looks to quench thirst
An older man with one eye allegedly went into a casino wanting to buy alcohol for $2. He pointed his phone at an employee, saying he was shooting her with it, after she told him she couldn’t sell him anything for t…
Holiday railroad strike possible as unions reject tentative contract
A sense of deja vu is overtaking the U.S. railroad industry this week as labor leaders and major railroad representatives try to figure out how to avoid a strike that could bring freight and passenger trains to a h…
Flathead Forest rejects Holland Lake Lodge expansion
A Utah-based developer is going to have to go back to the drawing board after the Flathead National Forest rejected its initial plan to expand and upgrade the …
PHOTOS: Light Up Evergreen & Pie Auction
Photos from the annual Light Up Evergreen & Pie Auction held at Glacier Ace Hardware on Tuesday, Nov. 22.
Walmart manager opens fire in break room, killing 6
CHESAPEAKE, Va. (AP) — A Walmart manager opened fire on fellow employees in the break room of a Virginia store, killing six people in the country's second high…
Admitted drunk driver sent to state treatment program
Donald Douglas Houtonen, 35, had pleaded guilty to felony driving under the influence, fourth of subsequent offense, on Sept. 26.
Man convicted in murder that rocked Libby seeks parole
A convicted child killer whose crime shocked Libby nearly 40 years ago is seeking parole.
House GOP leadership finalizes committee assignments
Newly elected Republican leadership in the Montana House of Representatives finalized committee assignments for the 2023 Legislature Monday, placing both relative moderates and more stringent ideologues in committe…