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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…
Group moves forward with campaign to recall Mayor Ryan Hunter
An effort is underway to oust Kalispell Mayor Ryan Hunter.
Sheriff candidate Evie Cahalen shares priorities ahead of June primary
Marion resident and retired law enforcement officer Evie Cahalen, 65, is running against incumbent Brian Heino, 47, in the Republican race for Flathead County …
Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino gears up for primary election in bid for third term
Seeking a third term, Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino, 47, faces Republican challenger, Evie Cahalen, 65, in the June 2 primary election.
Flathead Basin fish free of forever chemicals
Testing by state wildlife officials in 2023 found no evidence of so-called forever chemicals in the Flathead River and Flathead Lake.
Neighbors file appeal of West Glacier work camp
A group of neighbors opposed to a Pursuit “work camp” in West Glacier have filed an appeal on the project to the Flathead County Board of Adjustment.
Federal judge rejects Kalispell Public Schools' request for summary judgment in hazing lawsuit
A federal judge denied a request to end a Title IX lawsuit against Kalispell Public Schools — stemming from sexual assault allegations involving the Glacier Hi…
The Herdmans take the stage at Flathead High for ‘Best School Year Ever’
Chaos has a name, and it’s "Herdman." The notorious Herdman children are coming to Flathead High School to wreak havoc on Woodrow Wilson Elementary in the hit …
Kalispell motorist sentenced for fatal 2025 wreck near Bigfork
As officers led a weeping Kala Renee Knaus out of the packed Flathead County District Court courtroom Tuesday, she gazed at the father of the woman she killed …
Kalispell Council scraps road diet plan, but embraces roundabouts
Kalispell City Council appeared willing Monday to pursue a federal grant for pedestrian safety improvements on Main Street but decided against reducing it from…
Students hit a high note at the 2026 District Music Festival
Northwest Montana’s students didn’t miss a beat at the District Music Festival hosted by Flathead and Glacier high schools.
State scopes new conservation easement in Lincoln, Mineral and Sanders counties
State officials are laying the groundwork for a new 21,000-acre conservation easement in Lincoln, Mineral and Sanders counties.
Sheehy promises White House ballroom bill following D.C. shooting scare
Montana U.S. Sen. Tim Sheehy on Sunday indicated that he will propose a bill authorizing construction of a White House East Wing ballroom for President Donald …
Whitefish settles racial profiling suit brought on by detained immigrant
The city of Whitefish signed a $90,000 settlement in a racial profiling lawsuit tied to the April 2025 detainment of Venezuelan national and Kalispell resident…
Lakeside residents frustrated over hurried wastewater treatment project assessment
Many residents felt they did not have enough time to seek out independent professional assessments of the project and its impacts on Flathead Lake.
'In his blood': Bigfork graduate named Utah Soldier of the Year
Caden Leonard enlisted in the National Guard four years ago. A 2022 Bigfork High School graduate, he moved to Utah to study psychology and criminology at the U…