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Senior Spotlight: Senior embodies Flathead High School motto to ‘Rise Up, Be Brave’
Under the upturned brim of her signature bucket hat, Flathead High School senior Madison Geiger’s smile and bright…
Solar storm to bring aurora display across Montana
A strong solar storm headed to Earth could produce colorful aurora displays across more U.S. states than usual Tuesday night.
Lawmakers pass bill barring discipline against students who refuse to use peers’ preferred names, pronouns
The Montana Senate on Friday cast the final vote approving a bill restricting public schools from taking action against students or staff who decline to use the preferred names or pronouns of other individuals — a …
Gate to restrict access to Blankenship Bridge gravel area
The gate will only be closed during high water in the spring, Hungry Horse/Glacier View District Ranger Rob Davies said in a letter requesting the permit.
Kalispell man found guilty on seven counts related to poaching
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks game wardens report that Cody H. Carr, 30, of Kalispell, was found guilty at trial in Flathead County Justice Court for seven criminal counts related to poaching crimes committed in…
Avelo Airlines service to Glacier Airport will not be affected by recent ICE deal.
Avelo Airlines said that its recent deal with the federal government to operate deportation flights will not affect service out of Glacier Park International A…
Shed hunter kills charging grizzly near Dupuyer
A man shot and killed a grizzly bear Friday after it charged while he was shed hunting near Dupuyer in north-central Montana.
Headlines: Bigfork homicide verdict, Blackfeet tribal members sue feds, and snowpack boost
Jackson acquitted of killing mom, guilty of murdering her boyfriend in Bigfork homicide, Blackfeet tribal members sue feds over tariffs, and a wet March boosts…
Volunteer medical work important to Whitefish dentist
One of the greatest aspects of being a dentist is being able to help others, Whitefish dentist Mandy Stebbins said.
Council to review equipment garage upgrades
The garage houses over 325 pieces of city equipment from fire engines and dump trucks to police cruisers and traffic signs, according to a brief city memo from…
Specialty running store sprints into Kalispell retail scene
Casey Jermyn is the owner of Bozeman Running Company as well, which he opened in 2010 in Bozeman
Revising downtown: Kalispell seeks federal funding to upgrade Main Street
Out of 10 roads that were observed in the downtown area, Council prioritized Main Street, First Avenue East and West for safety improvements.
Whitefish woman charged with felony for allegedly attacking boyfriend with knife
A woman suffering an apparent mental health crisis in Whitefish earlier this month is facing a felony assault with a weapon charge in Flathead County District …
From Prom to Pond: A wild ride at the annual Whitefish Mountain Resort competition
It feels like I had just been chosen to compete in “The Hunger Games,” as depicted in best-selling author Suzanne Collins’ dystopian series. The number scrawle…
Driver accused of pulling a gun earns suspended sentences
Jacob Michael Krone, 28, faced a felony assault with a weapon charge and a misdemeanor count of driving under the influence, first offense, following the Jan. …
Park Service admits ‘substantial concerns’ in ending Gunsight Lake bull trout project
The National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service filed documents on April 9 saying that both government organizations would voluntarily rescind app…