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Whitefish pursuing grant for railroad overpass on East Second Street
The Whitefish City Council gave Public Works Director Craig Workman the go ahead to apply for a grant to build a $…
Montana's delegation likely to gain and lose from tax overhaul
BILLINGS (AP) — Montana’s congressional delegation may benefit financially under the new federal tax overhaul, but caps on deductions from state and local taxe…
Suit seeks $70M in Montana diocese assets for abuse victims
BILLINGS (AP) — Representatives of sex abuse victims and their survivors are suing a bankrupt Roman Catholic diocese in Montana in an effort to ensure more than $70 million in assets are available for those abused …
Competition heats up for commissioner race
Two early contenders have stepped up to challenge Flathead County Commissioner Gary Krueger for the District 3 commission seat.
St. Ignatius student in custody following school lock down
St. Ignatius schools were put on a lock down Wednesday after a student allegedly made a bomb threat.
Fairground improvement projects nearing completion
A $1 million-plus, three-part improvement project that includes two new restroom facilities and a handicap-accessible entrance to the grandstand are on track t…
Interim allowed to apply for principal position
Interim Flathead High School Principal Michele Paine will be able to apply for the principal position when it opens in January.
Blacktail Mountain to open ski slopes Saturday
After some long-awaited snowfall, Blacktail Mountain will open on Saturday, Dec. 23.
Heavy snowfall elevates avalanche danger
The Flathead Avalanche Center has raised the avalanche risk level in the wake of this week’s snowstorm.
Flathead digs out from winter blast
The Flathead Valley began digging out Wednesday morning following the first major snowstorm of the season.
Bigfork sticks with bus approach, despite outcry
A change in how buses approach the Bigfork School District campus in the afternoon will continue despite concerns of residents.
Comfort Dental offers free day of dental care
Comfort Dental in Kalispell is offering a day of free dental care Dec. 23 for those in need. The practice’s three dentists will be providing services on a firs…
Valley man sentenced for Somers burglaries
A Flathead Valley man is headed to prison on felony burglary charges stemming from two home invasions in Somers last year.
Invasive mussels program stuck on stickers
The Flathead Basin Commission’s effort to harden the line against invasive zebra and quagga mussels is in doubt.
Shooting death of Libby man investigated
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the Sunday night shooting death of a Libby man.
Nasset steps down from top police post
The leader of the Kalispell police force for more than a decade is stepping down.