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Flathead Forest updates Round Star Project following court order
Flathead National Forest released an updated assessment for the 9,500-acre Round Star Project near Whitefish, fulf…
School and special district election results
School and special district election results for May 6, 2025.
Daines proposes expanding federal funds for some public land projects
Montana’s senators are backing efforts to extend a $2 billion pot of funding for maintenance projects on public lands.
Spring Mack Days enters final weekend
The 100 fish limit was on the minds of many anglers on Friday, May 1 at Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake.
Community pitches in to prepare Libby for baseball tournament
Baseball is one of Libby’s beloved traditions and thanks to several community members, several fields are getting facelifts in preparation for a summer youth b…
Idaho woman accused of abandoning puppies in Lincoln County given suspended sentences
A former Troy resident accused of multiple counts of animal abandonment following an incident last year involving 17 puppies at a Lincoln County animal shelter…
Improved security highlighted in Columbia Falls High School remodel discussion
A public forum in late April took the first look at a remodel of the Columbia Falls High School and focused on safety and security at the school.
StoryCorps mobile studio to make stop in Kalispell
Now in its 20th year, the StoryCorps Mobile Tour has facilitated thousands of meaningful conversations between people who know and care about one another. In the Flathead Valley, StoryCorps will partner with NPR af…
Bigfork Band wins division in jazz competition and sees success at state
The Bigfork High School band is closing another successful year with wins at an Idaho jazz competition and students getting to go to the state music festival.
Backcountry group shares love of the wilderness with Lake County youth
Mules Lucy, Sadie, and Suzy, and Charlie, a horse, were all tied to the fence at Hobbyhorse Place, north of Polson, waiting for something to do on a recent Sat…
Kalispell students win National Merit Scholarships
Two Kalispell students are recipients of $2,500 National Merit Scholarships based on their academic accomplishments, skills and potential to be successful in rigorous college studies.
Kalispell Council OKs fee hikes for parks and rec programs
Public youth programs, pool fees and park reservations in Kalispell will undergo price hikes in the near future.
Headlines: Kalispell considers Main Street redesign, stricter law for drunk driving enacted, and Deer Park School proposes bond
City council appears likely to seek grant for Main Street redesign, Governor signs law for stricter drunk driving penalties and Deer Park School puts $4M bond …
Montana lawmakers approve $124M to revamp behavioral health system
HELENA — Montana’s frayed behavioral health care system, still recovering from the effects of past budget cuts, will get a shot in the arm after state lawmaker…
Kalispell proposes $182M budget for fiscal 2026
Kalispell City Hall has released a $182.2 million preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026.
High water leads to closure of Blankenship gravel bar area
High water levels prompted U.S. Forest Service officials to close a portion of the Blankenship Bridge area until further notice.