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Tribal groups join lawsuit seeking restoration of $127 million in canceled farm grants
In March, the USDA canceled 49 of 50 Increasing Land, Capital and Market Access Program grants designed to support…
Fine mountain dining returns to Kandahar Lodge on Big Mountain
Owners and siblings James Buchanan and Caitlin Buchanan hope to continue the 40-year legacy of fine mountain dining that the location represents.
Work planned for U.S. 93 west of Whitefish
This road reconstruction project will occur on U.S. 93 in Whitefish, starting near the intersection with Mountainside Drive and extending approximately 3 miles west to just past Livermore Flats. Work is weather-dep…
Code Girls hosts spring fundraiser
Guests will enjoy a delectable sweet and savory pastry menu, a mimosa bar for ladies over 21, a professional photo booth by MG Photography, yard games, raffle prizes and silent auction items.
Tribute concert honors Whitefish resident's commitment to music
Karla West was a pillar of the Flathead Valley’s music community, inspiring countless musicians, students, and audiences with her unwavering commitment to the …
FVCC raises over $60,000 for scholarships
Funds raised go toward scholarships, directly funding educational opportunities for deserving students.
Glacier Art Museum hosts benefit gala
For this premier event, distinguished artists have been selected and invited for their connection to Montana, quality of work, and exhibition history with the 56-year-old museum
Columbia Falls skate park opens to rave reviews
Otto Anderson had a bike helmet and a skateboard he picked up for $8 at the thrift store. Still, he was loving the new skate park in Columbia Falls, which open…
Intoxication suspected in US 93 crash that killed Ronan man
Intoxication is a suspected factor in a head-on crash on U.S. 93 that killed a Ronan man April 25, authorities report.
Council appears likely to seek $25 million grant to redesign Main Street in Kalispell
Kalispell City Council on Monday appeared in favor of applying for a $25 million federal grant to fund the long-planned transformation of Main Street.
Man who threatened couple with knife given suspended sentence
Prosecutors charged Benjamin John Harvey, 34, with felony assault with a weapon following the Dec. 4, 2023, confrontation. Though he initially pleaded not guil…
Governor signs Bobby’s Law, imposing tougher drunk driving penalties
Gov. Greg Gianforte put Bobby’s Law on the books Friday, increasing statewide penalties for drunk driving.
Local Events: Get Happy, celebrate Mom, and PechaKucha
May abounds with community events and live music and community pint nights to bolster those organizations that support our values. Find your next low-key oppor…
New FWP supervisor’s career rooted in connecting community with science
Spending time between family camping trips scouring streambanks for frogs and scaling trees to retrieve intricately woven bird nests, her father stoked her lov…
Lego store builds on its product on Main Street
Big Sky Bricks is one of the latest stores to come to downtown Kalispell, sporting a range of Lego products including miscellaneous pieces, figurines, already-…
Deer Park School puts $4M bond before voters for new building
Deer Park School is seeking approval of a $4 million bond to construct a new building to address aging facilities and infrastructure and add space.