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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.
Whitefish enrollment holding steady as high school expansion takes shape
At the school board meeting June 10, A&E Design presented renderings of the high school expansion that emphasize natural lighting and flexible learning corrido…
Water quality study bridges U.S.-Canada divide
This summer, researchers are slated to begin a new $4.9 million transboundary study aimed at promoting “a common understanding” of longstanding pollution conce…
PHOTOS: Classic and custom vehicles roll into the 10th Big Shindig
Attendees check out rows of vehicles at the 10th The Big Shindig in Kalispell on Saturday, June 21. The Big Shindig features a wide range of classic and custom…
Flathead Land Trust marks 40th anniversary with celebration near Whitefish
The Flathead Land Trust is celebrating its 40th anniversary on Saturday with a shindig on property near Whitefish protected by a conservation easement.
Over 42 years, Gerard Byrd drove 1.2 million miles on one of the worst stretches of highway in Montana
Gerard Byrd has had quite the ride over the past 42 years.
Flathead County preliminary budget reflects spending for capital projects
Flathead County commissioners on Tuesday afternoon approved a preliminary budget that includes a focus on long-planned infrastructure projects.
Neighbors worry forthcoming casino near Polson could impact traffic safety
The intersection of Rocky Point Road with U.S. 93 north of Polson is always busy, especially during the summer months as lakeshore residents struggle to get on and off the highway. It’s likely to get worse with con…
Weather postpones Lemonade Day event
The Kalispell Chamber of Commerce had originally scheduled the annual event for June 21, but unseasonably cool weather expected across the region has prompted the change.
Flathead County compensation board denies sheriff’s request for pay increase
Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino would like to see deputies' wages increase to improve recruitment and retention of staff.
Gianforte signs law cracking down on illegal hiring during stop in Evergreen
During a stop in Evergreen on Wednesday, Gov. Greg Gianforte signed into law a bill that expands the state’s authority to police illegal hiring practices.
Kalispell moves to mail-only voting ahead of upcoming municipal election
Voters in Kalispell can expect ballots for the upcoming municipal election to arrive via mail.
Glacier Park’s Logan Pass could see up to 10 inches of snow over the weekend
A major storm is expected to hit Northwest Montana and Glacier National Park starting Friday and running into Sunday, with up to 10 inches of snow predicted fo…
A taste of home: Los Pingüinos combines traditional Mexican cuisine with fine dining techniques
cristian Ochoa, originally from Yuma, Arizona, grew up learning the fundamentals of cooking from his grandmother, which quickly grew into a passion of his own.
State officials to make decision on Bull River boating restrictions
Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission members will decide at its Thursday meeting in Helena on whether to implement changes involving motorized boats on the Bull River.
Former Minnesota convict accused of animal cruelty in Eureka
A man with a violent criminal past is facing a felony charge in Lincoln County after authorities say he assaulted a recently adopted cat named “Louie.”