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Construction of new Flathead County jail celebrated with groundbreaking ceremony
Nearly 20 people involved with the project posed for the photo-op, including the three county commissioners, Sheri…
Expansive prescribed fire research project brings Montana scientists together
When Montana State University professors Rob Walker and Joe Shaw conceived the idea for the SMART FIRES project in 2020, they immediately knew where to turn.
Wreaths Across America holds ceremony at Montana Veterans' Home Saturday
The ceremony will start inside the Montana Veterans’ Home, where ceremonial wreaths will be placed, recognizing all branches of the military and POW/MIAs.
Evergreen Fire Rescue plans luminaria display
Each bag has the ability for customization on the exterior to make each individual bag unique from the other and is a special way to pay tribute and remembrance to a departed loved one during this holiday season.
Flathead County high schools secure top spots at Western Regional Speech and Debate Tournament
Glacier High School and Flathead High schools secured the top two placements in Class AA at the Western Regional Speech and Debate tournament in Kalispell.
Community pitches in to aid Libby family affected by mercury spill
A Libby family affected by mercury exposure earlier this year is getting a helping hand from members of the community.
Bikers Against Bullies hosts inaugural Biker Ball fundraiser
Nonprofit Bikers Against Bullies is hosting a fundraiser in Evergreen on Saturday in support of community charitable organizations, including the Evergreen and Columbia Falls Boys and Girls Club.
Residents invited to meet Kalispell city manager finalist
Community members will get a chance Wednesday evening to vet Jarod Nygren, the sole finalist for Kalispell’s open city manager position.
Flathead County Planning Board considers proposals for residential development
Four applications will be heard by the board, which meets at 6 p.m. in the second floor conference room of the South Campus Building at 40 11th St. W., Kalispell.
Law roundup: There’s trouble in the HOA
The Kalispell Police Department responded to alleged ongoing neighborhood disputes about decks, flood lights and dogs.
Kalispell Council moves forward on policy to guide naming parks, public facilities
StoryKalispell City Council on Monday favored adopting a name change policy for city parks and other public facilities.
Rare December flood watch issued for Northwest Montana
A flood watch was issued Monday for Flathead, Lake and Lincoln counties as potentially record rainfall drenches the Pacific Northwest.
Fish and Wildlife Commission votes to reduce nonresident deer licenses
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission on Thursday adopted a handful of new deer hunting regulations aimed at reducing hunting pressure on public land and br…
Proposed condo buildings in North Kalispell up for public hearing
The public can weigh in on a developer’s request to build two condominium buildings in North Kalispell on Tuesday.
Law roundup: Kids prank call 911
A child reportedly dialed 911 and hung up. On the callback from dispatch, the child said their mom was home, but they could not speak to her. The child allegedly called 911 again and refused to give the phone to th…
Kalispell Police hand off motorist involved in car crash to US Border Patrol
Kalispell Police officers turned a Spanish-speaking motorist involved in a crash over to U.S. Border Patrol on Monday after they were unable to identify the in…