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State and federal officials welcome rain across Montana ahead of wildfire season
While recent rains are part of a reason for some optimism surrounding this year’s wildfire outlook, it could “turn…
Plane crash that killed two in West Glacier hit trees on takeoff
On the cloudless morning of Saturday, July 26, Dwight Steffanson, 69, from College Place, Washington, and Thomas Gladden, 68, from Otis Orchards, Washington, h…
Roemer touts infrastructure investments to federal lawmakers
Recent infrastructure improvements to Glacier National Park were on display during the final day of the Western Caucus Foundation’s summer policy meeting.
Knowles Fire near Paradise expands to more than 1,800 acres
The wildfire is burning in steep, rocky terrain in the Knowles Creek drainage and the ridges above Knowles Creek, officials said in an Aug. 21 update.
Campaign to save skateboarding nonprofit in Kalispell ramps up
When Jessica Harding’s son, Brayden, asked her for skateboarding lessons a year ago, her first instinct was to tell him no.
State Wildlife Commission member seeks changes around wolf hunting and snaring
A member of the Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission wants to eliminate trapping setbacks on closed roads in Mineral County, increase the statewide wolf quota …
Forest Service chief reaffirms efforts to boost timber, energy production on federal lands
United States Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz reiterated commitments to expand timber and energy production on federal lands during a speech to the Western Ca…
Kalispell Public Schools to operate on $90.7M budget
Kalispell Public Schools will have a total of $90.7 million to operate for the 2025-26 school year, encompassing a stable high school budget and an elementary …
Flathead County Planning Board tables Lakeside zoning changes after criticism
A proposal to refine Lakeside Zoning District’s two distinct zoning designations was tabled by the Flathead County Planning Board last week after residents lob…
Med student from Bigfork placed in summer internship at Blackfeet hospital
Former Bigfork resident Michael Bedford is heading to Browning for a few weeks this summer to participate in a medical internship at Blackfeet Community Hospit…
Budget approval on agenda for Whitefish City Council
Whitefish City Council on Monday is set to approve a $59.6 million budget that calls for an increase in spending over the prior year.
Flathead Electric Cooperative puts wildfire mitigation plan to the public
A new state law is sparking a change at Flathead Electric Cooperative and other utilities, affecting how the organizations prepare for catastrophic wildfire.
Cultivating flower power: Hope blooms in floriculture competition at Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
Every year, members participate in judging the dahlias/gladiolus and floriculture competition at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo. Beginning Friday morning…
No kidding around: Youth leap into competition at Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
But just being cute doesn’t cut it — judge Karly Hanson said she’s looking for knowledgeable competitors with confidence when watching youth in the showmanship…
Flathead County Planning Board sends luxury resort near Lakeside to commissioners
Plans for a proposed 1,700-acre luxury resort near Lakeside earned the Flathead County Planning Board’s recommendation in a 5-1 vote Wednesday.
Efforts to ease selenium standards in Lake Koocanusa meets with resistance
A petition submitted by Lincoln County commissioners to ease selenium standards in Lake Koocanusa met resistance at a public meeting held by the Montana Depart…