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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…
Bigfork man among victims of Alaska avalanche
Authorities in Alaska said they would attempt Thursday to reach the site of an avalanche that trapped three skiers, who were believed to have died after being …
Missing dog safe after spending winter in woods north of Whitefish
Baldone, the remarkable Great Pyrenees who was the object of a long search effort, decided to trust humans again and is safe and sound.
Young violinist hosts debut show Friday
The 16-year-old Montana native is debuting his first solo performance on Friday, one rung in a ladder he said he is climbing.
Five-year sentence for man who led police on high-speed chase
A man who led authorities on a high-speed chase through Kalispell last year received a five-year sentence to the state Department of Corrections in November.
Miscommunication results in loss of funding for Flathead Valley arts programs
State legislators have stripped funds from five local arts nonprofits, accusing the organizations of showing disrespect for the legislative process by not atte…
Tariff worries further fraying Northwest Montana’s Canadian connection
The Flathead Valley had been a destination for Albertans for decades. But the pandemic, the increasing cost of living in Montana and now the threat of a trade …
Auto shop opens in Kalispell with charitable focus on providing affordable repairs
A costly car repair can be the tipping point in a person’s ability to have reliable transportation. Assurance Auto in Kalispell seeks to change that with a cha…
Chef focuses on homecooked flavors at grab-n-go shop and pop-up restaurant
The first dish she makes, pasta Bolognese, represents the homecooked meals she’s grown to love, with each bite packing a punch of flavor.
Flathead County health experts prepare as measles spreads across U.S.
Flathead County health officials and experts are preparing for measles as an outbreak rages in Texas and cases of the virus spread across the United States.
Former Libby educator accused of assaulting student gets deferred prosecution agreement
Former Libby Middle High School Principal Jim Germany Jr., has reached an agreement with the Lincoln County Attorney’s Office that could see his record cleared…
Roundup for Safety awards grant funds
Flathead Electric Cooperative’s Roundup for Safety program has awarded $25,549 in grants supporting community safety projects proposed by local nonprofit organizations.
Attorney John Mercer returned to the bench in 20th Judicial District
Gov. Greg Gianforte last month reappointed prominent Polson attorney John Mercer to serve on the 20th Judicial District Court, which includes Lake and Sanders …
Libby Middle High School gets new water filling stations with LOR grant
A LOR Foundation grant was awarded to Libby Middle High School to purchase and install seven new water bottle filling stations.
Kalispell City Council expected to vote on deal with homeless shelter on March 17
Kalispell City Council is expected to vote on an agreement struck between City Hall and the Flathead Warming Center at its March 17 meeting.
Kalispell mayor rebukes Legislature for 'antagonistic, vindictive approach' to cities
Kalispell Mayor Mark Johnson on Monday slammed the state Legislature after learning lawmakers were again considering a bill sunsetting levies after 10 years.