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Flathead County Elections Administrator thrives on attention to detail
There’s never a dull moment in her world. From voter registration and candidate filings to mailing absentee ballot…
FWP admits to constitutional violations
The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks admitted to violating the state constitution by not handing over public documents to a wolf advocacy group a…
In-progress rules target pre-kindergarten literacy
Over the past month, a group of Montana educators has begun hashing out new rules that would make it easier for public school districts to direct state funding…
Busse slams conservative Flathead lawmakers at Kalispell engagement
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ryan Busse condemned Monday the Gianforte administration for enacting “frightening, evil and antidemocratic” policies, many …
Cayuse Prairie IT director a ‘multidimensional gal’
Throughout her life, Kiki Moses has been an explorer in search of new pursuits and skills.
Legacy furniture meant to be passed down for generations
The custom, hand-made chairs, tables, rockers, and barstools have been referred to by clients as “legacy furniture,” pieces that are made to last and can be pa…
Kalispell Public Schools looks to create charter schools
Kalispell Public Schools plans to submit an applications to the Montana Board of Public for Education for approval to create public charter schools.
Liquid gold — honey bees produce precious gift
The Flathead Valley has 270 registered beekeepers and as we enter fall many are now preparing to winterize their hives. There are about 650 registered beekeepe…
Timber tour highlights wood products industry
As a part of manufacturing month in October, the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce hosted a tour of F.H. Stoltze’s facility on Wednesday, providing the opportunity…
Experts optimistic about efforts to curtail invasive lake trout
Competition from lake trout in Montana waters continues to cut into the population of native fish, but experts are optimistic that ongoing efforts will manage …
Solving septic contamination comes down to convincing homeowners to replace systems
Contamination from failing septic tanks for roughly 50 years has been well-documented as a contributor of pollution in the Flathead Basin. The key to addressin…
Explore Whitefish doubles funding to housing nonprofit
A nonprofit working on affordable and workforce housing issues in Whitefish is set to receive a substantial increase in funding from an optional fee collected …
Scorsese's epic 'Killers of the Flower Moon' is sweeping tale of greed, richly told
There tends to be lots of fast talking and fast moving in Martin Scorsese films, often from shifty types trying to get away with something.
Wildlife officials hopeful about decline of chronic wasting disease in Libby
The prevalence of chronic wasting disease in Libby continues to slowly decrease since the outbreak was detected in 2019, according to state wildlife officials.
Lily Gladstone eyes the future after breakout role on Scorsese epic 'Killers of the Flower Moon'
Last February, Rene Haynes was standing in line at a Los Angeles Costco when her phone buzzed. She didn’t recognize the number, but as a Hollywood casting dire…
Wastewater leaks ‘far in excess’ at Holland Lake: DEQ
State regulators flagged a wastewater system that serves Holland Lake Lodge and the public campground as leaking “far in excess” of the amount allowed as the p…