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State considers loosened harvest limits and bait restrictions for western Montana anglers
New angling regulations may remove catch and possession limits for several non-native species and expand bait and …
Law roundup: Hungry man under the influence of snacks
An employee allegedly suspected a man sitting in a truck eating cheese spread, probably straight from the nozzle, for “huffing” a canister of whipped cream.
Customer costs and professionalism shape utility commission primary
Two seats on the state commission that oversees the utility rates paid by a majority of Montanans are on the ballot this year. The seats have each drawn multip…
Mexican man who led deputies on high-speed chase in Kalispell receives federal prison sentence
A Mexican national arrested after a high-speed chase through Kalispell in June 2025 received an 18-month sentence for illegal reentry in federal court last wee…
Dedicated Polson senior earns leadership award
Polson High School senior Raya Lucas was recently presented the Winslow Nichols Leadership Award for being “committed and community-minded.”
'We know we can do the job:' Smith Valley Fire Department deploys all-woman volunteer shift
Smith Valley Fire Chief Amy Beick walked into the station one December day and saw something she’d never encountered in her two decades at the department.
Kalispell City Council reviews updated stormwater plan
Kalispell City Council on Monday will review the city’s updated stormwater facility plan.
Law roundup: Concerns balloon for 911 caller
Someone reportedly called 911 to air concerns about flags and balloons floating in the sky and was unsure if they were attached to anything.
Spoonful of magic: ‘Mary Poppins’ floats onto stage in Homeschool Theatre Club production
The stage adaptation combines the elements from P.L. Travers’ books and the Disney film, featuring unforgettable songs and dazzling choreography.
Surface and Stone Tile Co. brings selection from around the globe to Northwest Montana
Owner Kristin Kivela saw an opportunity to cater to the many people building in the Flathead Valley.
Months after the floods, a Libby family struggles to resume everyday life
A muddy 4x4 trail behind the Cernicks’ home outside Libby is the only way the family can leave their property after December’s flooding wiped out a chunk of a …
Developer details massive overhaul planned for Kalispell Center Mall, seeks tax increment dollars
The developer behind the Kalispell Center Mall’s impending transformation has shared its concept designs, outlining an overhaul of the mall’s west side to make…
Law roundup: Person finds the source of tinkling sounds
A drunk man on Central Avenue allegedly urinated on a rock in front of someone’s window.
Headlines: Old oil well to be plugged, $1.1 million levy before voters, experts discuss backcountry flying risks, Libby’s health advisory lifted
Old oil well to be plugged in Glacier, Kalispell Public Schools sets $1.1 million levy before voters, aviation experts discuss risks of backcountry flying and …
CFAC Damage Assessment Plan finalized; could test for 'forever chemicals'
The final natural resource damage assessment plan for the Columbia Falls Aluminum Co. Superfund site has been released, a plan that will take another and perha…
Pinewood Derby cars fly to the finish in Ronan
Fourteen Polson and Ronan Cub Scouts brought their creativity and innovation to a block of wood and wheels, creating a speedy and colorful car to race down the…