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Kalispell Public Schools board reorganizes, gets budget update
The Kalispell Public Schools board of trustees selected new leadership, welcomed a student representative and revi…
Damming evidence: Citizen scientists track beavers through Lolo National Forest
Beavers are an excellent tool in water storage, something Montana wildlife researchers have taken great interest in, when it comes to repairing water systems.
The survivor: World-class mountaineer climbs toward UM graduation
Before University of Montana student Justin Willis ever stepped foot on campus, he was a professional mountain climber. A Billings native, he grew up finding r…
Speech and debate teams talk shop about the season ahead
Kalispell’s high school speech and debate teams have a lot to say about the upcoming season with a mix of returning and new competitors — and a new head coach …
PHOTOS: Halloween house on East California Street
Kalispell resident Trevor Caudill has been decorating his front yard for Halloween at 340 East California Street for the last 12 years. Each year he adds a few…
Evergreen administrator named Montana Superintendent of the Year for her leadership, dedication and advocacy – Polson school board also honored
Laurie Barron has been named Montana’s Superintendent of the Year for a second time since joining Evergreen School District in 2013.
Kalispell Middle Schoolers sweat it out together through fitness program
Whether hiking to the summit of Mount Aeneas, biking Going-to-the-Sun Road, skiing Blacktail Mountain, ice skating in Woodland Park, going to a rock-climbing g…
Flathead Valley Community College enrollment on the rebound since Covid-19 pandemic
Enrollment at Flathead Valley Community College is gradually returning toward pre-pandemic numbers.
Kalispell Public Schools plans to sell auxiliary building
Kalispell Public Schools will put its Auxiliary Services Building, located at 514 E. Washington St., on the market.
One wheel, many miles: Man unicycles portion of the Continental Divide Trail
Jamey Mossengren, a Minnesota native, completed his journey on the Continental Divide Trail this year by hiking and unicycling sections of the approximately 3,…
Fusion flavors from Kalispell on stage in Hawaii
The Hawaii native and owner of 406 BBQ has gained traction over the past year, with tens of thousands of followers on social media following along for his ecce…
PHOTOS: Time well-spent at Thompson chain of lakes
A selection of photos from some time well-spent camping with our 1-year-old puppy Petey at one of our favorite sites in the Thompson chain of lakes on Sunday, …
PHOTOS: Kalispell Fire Department showcases antique fire engines
Members of Kalispell Fire Department and retired firefighter and department historian Alan "Gus" Gustafson gave a hands-on demonstration using the department’s…
Local Events: Oktoberfest, theatre, and ghosts
October is here, and the Flathead Valley is alive with community events, live music, theatre, and seasonal celebrations.
Bonds used to build Glacier High School are paid off
After 20 years, the bonds used to build Glacier High School and renovate Flathead High School are paid off.
From Farm to Fair: The Brist family's livestock journey
This is more than farming—it’s family tradition, resilience, and lessons that last a lifetime. Watch and Listen to our Deep Dive podcast series From Farm to Fa…