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Hiker injured in Glacier grizzly mauling suffered broken arm
A hiker injured by a charging grizzly bear in Glacier National Park last week suffered a broken arm, park official…
Local Events: Golden retrievers, movie premiere and a roller derby
This week on the Local Events podcast, we’ve got something for everyone.
Checkmates — Kalispell youths take on national chess competition
Three state chess champions hailing from Kalispell represented Montana at the national level competing in U.S. Chess Federation-sponsored tournaments in Norfol…
Kalispell City Council eyes tax increment funding for workforce housing projects
Kalispell City Council on Monday will consider making workforce housing projects eligible for tax increment financing.
Kalispell shop combines fashion and home decor
Three months after their grand opening, the owners of Hydrangea Home and Elly Jaymes, look forward to a future of continuing to foster that community.
Flathead Valley Parade of Homes returns after years long hiatus
The Parade of Homes features cutting-edge trends in cabinetry, finishes, flooring and technology.
PHOTOS: Two Medicine Pass Trail in Glacier National Park
The trail hustles you up and over a glacial moraine toward the base of Mount Rockwell before turning and ascending the windswept ridgeline. Surrounded by summi…
State wildlife officials propose changes to fishing regulations
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks is recommending 48 fishing regulation changes this year ahead of a fall Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting. While most of th…
City begins treating Grandview Well for forever chemicals
A forever chemical treatment system installed last week at Kalispell's Grandview Wells site is expected to be operational in the coming days.
Stillwater Christian School plans expansion with $5 million donation
On a sunny Tuesday evening, Stillwater Christian School celebrated a back-to-school open house with the announcement of a $5 million donation, from community p…
Flathead County commissioners sign off on final budget
Flathead County commissioners have approved a $129.7 million budget for the upcoming fiscal year.
Suspected downtown Kalispell shooter pleads not guilty
Lewis Anthony Crooks, 25, of Kalispell was arraigned before Judge Dan Wilson on counts of criminal endangerment and criminal mischief on Sept. 5.
Teenager with airsoft gun sparks school lockdowns in Kalispell
A teenager armed with an airsoft handgun sent two Kalispell public schools into lockdown Friday morning, authorities said.
Sheehy maintains poll lead over Tester
U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy held a commanding lead with likely Montana voters in a new election poll commissioned by AARP.
Kalispell City Council OKs two residential and commercial developments
Kalispell City Council gave the development of two residential and commercial areas the green light during Tuesday night’s meeting.
Conservation easement placed on 51 acres near Swan Lake
Just before the Covid pandemic, Paul Johnson and his wife Candace Greene made the move to buy a plot of land near their cabin on Swan Lake.