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Flathead Valley Community College holds 58th annual commencement May 15
Commencement will take place in Wachholz College Center.
Canyon winter bash marks 40th anniversary
It’s been 40 years since a group of Canyon-area residents got together and formulated a plan to chase away the winter doldrums and raise money for worthy causes at the same time.
Memoir reveals life before and after horrific accident
Lexie Miller Wyman was a record-breaking Flathead track star in the late 1970s and early ’80s, a phenomenal athlete who competed in two Olympic trials.
Abbott Valley Homestead blends past with present
Not all that much has changed in the wooded Abbott Valley east of Martin City since a trapper named Abbott ventured there in the 1890s to put down a homestead …
Man spits at officers during felony arrest
A man is behind bars after allegedly spitting at police officers while being arrested on charges of felony theft.
Community health center funding set to expire
Sen. Jon Tester, D-Montana, took to the Senate floor this week in a bid to secure funding for community health centers across the country, including in the Flathead.
Miss Montana shares message of service
Reigning Miss Montana Maddie Murray walked into St. Matthew’s Catholic School gym on Friday, her crown twinkling in the light.
New Flathead River management plan in works
The Flathead National Forest seeks public input as it begins preparing a Comprehensive River Management Plan for the Flathead River’s three forks.
Little support for proposed Medicaid cuts
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Some of the state's proposed cuts in Medicaid reimbursement will harm children and leave the state responsible for more expensive services…
Eggensperger seeks another term as county super
Two more candidates filed for Flathead County races this week.
Whitefish looks to extend city services south of 40
Shifting from historical policy, Whitefish is considering the possibility of extending city services south of Montana 40.
Protections for Yellowstone bison to be reconsidered
BILLINGS — A federal judge has ordered U.S. wildlife officials to reconsider a 2015 decision that blocked special protections for the iconic bison herds that r…
Former CEO appeals convictions for defrauding Vann's
MISSOULA (AP) — The former CEO of a Montana electronics retailer is appealing his convictions for defrauding Vann’s Inc., which then filed for bankruptcy.
Rosewater seeks change in water-use permit
The Rosewater development aims to extend the time period it can pump water from the Whitefish River.
Kalispell Target set for $1.4 million renovation
The Target store in North Kalispell will undergo a $1.4 million renovation this month.
Panera plans restaurant in North Kalispell
Plans for a sleek new Panera Bread have been submitted to the city of Kalispell.