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Construction of new Flathead County jail celebrated with groundbreaking ceremony
Nearly 20 people involved with the project posed for the photo-op, including the three county commissioners, Sheri…
Developers propose affordable housing complex on Appleway Drive in Kalispell
Kalispell may see a new workforce housing complex located alongside the Parkline Trail and within walking distance of downtown.
Kalispell woman accused of kicking and hitting her children
Prosecutors have charged a Kalispell woman accused of punching and kicking her two children with multiple felonies in Flathead County District Court.
Man allegedly kicks his way to a felony charge
After getting drunk at a downtown Columbia Falls bar late last month, a 35-year-old man allegedly wandered over to a city building and kicked several vehicles …
Vandals accused of causing $48K in damage to Kalispell construction site
A 23-year-old man accused of causing about $48,000 in damages while commandeering heavy machinery at a Kalispell construction site also allegedly bought beer and tobacco for his underage companions.
Logan Health to hold inaugural Cancer Survivors Day on June 7
The community is invited to celebrate the strength and resilience of cancer survivors and their families during a special event on Saturday, June 7.
Healthy Classroom grants awarded to 14 teachers
Logan Health recently announced the recipients of its spring 2025 Healthy Classrooms Grants, awarding 14 grants to educators across northwestern and central Mo…
Summer Reading Experience kicks off at library
This year’s events are all about learning through exploration, with an emphasis on STEAM-based (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities.
Boys and Girls Club holds family fishing event June 14
Families and kids of all ages are welcome to attend a fun-filled day packed with a fishing education scavenger hunt, outdoor activities, and prizes.
Whitefish Community Foundation awards $150,000 grant to Land to Hand
The Kids and Family Pantry will be located in the old Glacier Gateway Elementary School building that is currently being renovated as a hub for several organiz…
Suspect blames failed marriage for attack outside Somers bar
A Kalispell man accused of attacking a man he blamed for breaking up his marriage allegedly told authorities he couldn't remember what he described as a "crime of passion."
Whitefish residents push city to investigate police call to Border Patrol
Following more than two hours of public comment on Monday, Whitefish city officials said a traffic stop that led to the detainment of a Venezuelan man who was …
Flathead County board calls for pay increase
Seemingly striking a compromise, the Flathead County Compensation Board on Tuesday voted to recommend a 2.5% cost of living increase in county wages.
Kalispell City Council won't pursue $25 million grant to redesign Main Street
Kalispell City Council parked its plans to reconfigure Main Street on Monday, passing up a chance at federal dollars to fund the effort amid surmounting public…
Suspected drunk driver allegedly attacked arresting police officers in Columbia Falls
Garrett Christopher Joubert faces a felony assaulting a peace officer charge and a misdemeanor count of driving under the influence, second offense, in Flathea…
Suspected drug dealers allegedly arrested with more than 47 grams of meth
A traffic violation in the Flathead Valley in March led to the arrest of a pair of suspected drug dealers and the seizure of more than 47 grams of methamphetamine, prosecutors say