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Giving Together: Turning Tax Season into Opportunities for Students
On a spring morning in Kalispell, a group of elementary students huddle around a table, testing a small robot they…
Marathon mom breaks world record
It’s official. Theresa Marie Pitts is the fastest stroller pusher in the world.
Protecting the future of football
The continuing wave of bad press surrounding the negative effects of football hasn’t really stopped how we treat and teach the sport.
'The day the music died': Long live Faz
Moving Mom: So many questions; no easy answers
“Why do I have to move?” was the question Mom kept asking, but not understanding three weeks ago as we made the transition from her apartment to a memory-care facility.
Dominance draws eyes to the sport
There was no shortage of hot takes after the Golden State Warriors won the NBA title on Monday.
Contest heats up for homeowner
Kristin Hollemans is breathing easier, thanks to a brand new furnace from Aire Serv heating and air conditioning in Kalispell. Aire Serv co-owners Mark and Julie Beede held an “Oldest Furnace” contest during the Fl…
Montana's original hothead in Congress (Hint: It's not Gianforte)
Greg Gianforte has been excoriated by the national media, state media, Democrats and even some Republicans for “body-slamming” a reporter the day before being elected Montana’s sole congressman on May 25.
Stroke of luck
It wasn’t that great of a round and, to her own admission, Bigfork’s Jan Quessenberry was ready to pack up her clubs after nine holes last week at Eagle Bend Golf Club and get a drink in the clubhouse.
Mike Muri: A bartender who became a lifesaver
My friend and mentor Mike Muri says I have to write about him every 10 years whether I like it or not — at least if he lives to pass another milestone.
In a great year, one moment sticks out
I was asked a simple question on the radio this week.
Volunteers preserve Glacier Park's legacy
While Memorial Day is, first and foremost, a day to honor those who gave their lives in defense of our country, Americans also have traditionally spent the long holiday weekend reconnecting with family and friends …
'Star Wars' and me: 40 years of living with the Force
An anniversary passed without much notice last week, and I suppose with all the mayhem and madness, it is understandable that few people thought about the importance of May 25, 1977 — the date when the Force first …
Brock should be confident
One reporter bristled at the notion that Brock Osweiler could be so confident.
Wednesday panel puts fake news in spotlight
The truth is I’ve probably written about “fake news” as much as anyone has over the past 10 years, and I’ve been an equal opportunity critic.
Slow TV: A Norwegian broadcasting phenomenon
Leave it to the Norwegians to come up with a successful antidote to today’s fast-paced life.