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PHOTOS: Flathead, Glacier class of 2026 graduation ceremonies
Photos from Flathead and Glacier high schools' graduation ceremonies held Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6.
‘Dignity bags’ aimed at helping potential trafficking victims
In recognition of National Human Trafficking Awareness Month in January, the Flathead Valley Human Trafficking Task Force is specifically looking to raise awar…
Kalispell OKs expanded areas for accessory dwellings
On Tuesday, the Kalispell City Council voted to expand opportunities to build accessory dwelling units in the city.
Bigfork Special Olympics team gets creative with Penguin Plunge
The Bigfork-based Special Olympics team is holding its annual Penguin Plunge fundraiser in a new format this year since the traditional event, usually held at …
Louisiana lady runs out of meds
A 33-year-old woman told the Columbia Falls Police Department she rode a bus from Louisiana to Columbia Falls all by herself.
Whitefish council gets positive feedback on resort-tax proposal
The Whitefish City Council heard positive feedback Tuesday on a proposal to extend the city's resort tax and adjust how the city uses that money.
Prosecutors present evidence in Wood murder case
THOMPSON FALLS — A writing in the margin of a religious study book found inside a murder suspect’s vehicle was probably the standout detail of Thursday’s testimony in the Danielle Wood trial.
Biden halts oil and gas leases, permits on U.S. land and water
BILLINGS (AP) — The Biden administration announced Thursday the suspension of new oil and gas leasing and drilling permits for U.S. lands and waters for 60 day…
Bill advances concerning transgender youth in school sports
HELENA (AP) — The Montana House Judiciary Committee voted Thursday to advance a bill that would prohibit transgender students from participating on school sports teams of the gender with which they identify.
Former Montana FWP director takes post with Interior
Martha Williams, who until recently served as the director of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks under former Gov. Steve Bullock, will be taking a high-profile position with the U.S. Interior Department.
Dillon businessman charged in Capitol breach
HELENA (AP) — A Montana businessman has been arrested and faces federal felony charges for his alleged participation in the breach of the U.S. Capitol while Co…
Flathead Land Trust completes conservation easement near Olney
In late December, Flathead Land Trust helped complete a significant conservation easement along the Stillwater River near Olney...
Pants optional for man on a walk
An intoxicated resident allegedly decided to walk around the building wearing only a T-shirt and nothing else while in the presence of women and children.
Wood trial: Jurors hear how friend found murder victim’s body
THOMPSON FALLS — Friends, coworkers and family members of murder victim Matt LaFriniere knew it was very unusual when he didn’t come to work on the morning of May 3, 2018.
Man pleads guilty to reduced charge in arson homicide
On Wednesday, a Kalispell man accused of murdering his father in an arson fire withdrew his not guilty plea to one count of deliberate homicide and instead ple…
Flathead lawmakers introduce anti-abortion bills
A brother-and-sister duo representing the Flathead Valley in the Montana Legislature introduced two bills aimed at preventing abortions during a committee hear…