Montana Life
Explore the heart of Montana through features on local culture, outdoor living, food, and community life. Montana Life captures the essence of our state—its beauty, character, and the stories behind the scenery.
Tournament bridges generations and sharpens the mind through classic card game
Sixth, seventh and eighth graders played tricks and made contracts in a tactical game of duplicate bridge at the s…
All the world's a stage for couple behind Port Polson Players
What sounds like the opening scene of a musical led to Karen and Neal Lewing’s real-life marriage a few months later, and the enduring partnership that’s at th…
A family llama-cy: Couple takes the lead on family trekking business
As the group of visitors crested a hill, the alleged spitters came into view. Lounging in the shade of a Doug fir grove, flinty eyes obscured by overgrown frin…
Beloved destination: Flathead Lake Lodge marks 80th birthday
Flathead Lake Lodge in Bigfork has been a dream destination for those looking to get a taste of the old West since its inception in 1945. It’s why guests and e…
History buff highlights Boy Scouts campground and lodge at Lone Pine
Seventeen-year-old Atreyu Oxford has uncovered a little-known piece of history of Lone Pine State Park's connection to the Boy Scouts, preserving it through hi…
The spot less photographed: Andy Austin uses lens to capture Montana’s beauty
The 288-page coffee table read is separated into six chapters for Montana’s six official tourism regions and “depicts the state’s diverse landscapes, from the …
Exploring history: Fourth graders learn about Montana through hands-on experiences
Incorporating presentations, guest speakers and activities into school units, such as Montana history, can help information truly reach students.
Local Events: Summer kickoff, pride and performances
From Flathead Pride Festival and Happy’s Inn’s stacked summer concert series to the Stumptown Getdown in Whitefish and Grammy-winner Mike Reid performing at th…
Repairing history: Workshop lays the foundation for restoration of historic Mountain Brook School
The little white schoolhouse has stood sentinel over Mountain Brook since 1922, though a myriad of safety concerns now bars the building from use. Cracks zigza…
Loon Lake upgraded: Cabin and infrastructure improvements come to 4-H Camp
Loon Lake 4-H Camp is a hidden gem to many, but manager Jill Kahanek wants to introduce the picturesque spot in Ferndale to others as they continue to renovate…
Tune in to the next cheeky episode of Whitefish Cabaret
With a satiric song in their heart and a bawdy joke on their minds, the Whitefish Cabaret has slipped into something more comfortable for the summer season.
Traveling back in time – Railroad display models historic Flathead Valley in miniature
Trains once chugged through the center of Kalispell, making the community a railroad hub and helping it to thrive as a commercial center. A spur line connectin…
Root & Rye: Culinary students show off skills with restaurant
The artisan sandwich and soup pop-up restaurant is open through May 2. Patrons can expect innovative sandwiches, soups, salads, desserts and beverages.
Japanese War Brides: Kalispell featured in traveling Smithsonian exhibit
The arrival of the Japanese war brides marked the largest women-only immigration event in U.S. history and by 1960 increased the population of Asian Americans …
From Prom to Pond: A wild ride at the annual Whitefish Mountain Resort competition
It feels like I had just been chosen to compete in “The Hunger Games,” as depicted in best-selling author Suzanne Collins’ dystopian series. The number scrawle…
Researchers seek answers in the case of Northwest Montana’s disappearing elk
Researchers searched the dense underbrush for any sign of the newborn elk calf. It was important they find the young animal in the next 72 hours, before it gai…