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Senior Spotlight: Columbia Falls cross country star changes pace with journalistic ambitions
He joined Hungry Horse News in February 2025 through his school’s Work-Based Learning Program, where he photograph…
Knudsen rewrites abortion initiative ballot statement
The group behind a proposed constitutional amendment to enshrine abortion access in the Montana Constitution filed an emergency petition with the state Supreme…
Wood industry closures mean ripple effects for workers, tax base, forest management
The pending closures of Missoula County’s two largest wood products employers, announced separately this month, will have effects beyond the local economy, limiting options for landowners and other mills throughout…
Analysis shows how much road funding counties could get if SB 442 veto overridden
With the question of whether to override Gov. Greg Gianforte’s veto of Senate Bill 442 now in the hands of lawmakers, a report published this week by a Legisla…
Authorities seek attempted homicide charge for suspect in Kalispell disturbance
Kalispell Police officers took both the suspect, identified as Kane Youngquist, and victim into custody for questioning after responding to the 300 block of Se…
Flathead County teen services librarian continues to carve out space for adolescents
As the Flathead County teen services librarian, her efforts are already proving successful — with the revamping of the Teen Zone at the Kalispell branch, new p…
Whitefish gym expands with wellness center including cold plunge
Now as a complement to these workouts, co-founder and head trainer André Bolourchi and his partners, Joe Hess and Debbie Maue, have opened a wellness center of…
How to Cook Like Mom — Chef creates cookbook for sons and those interested in getting into the kitchen
By extension, the book is a letter to all those who are interested in getting into the kitchen helping them expand their abilities by teaching them to be adapt…
Proposed developments would bring 380 homes at mixed prices to Kalispell
Known as Tronstad Meadows and Whitetail Crossing, the proposed neighborhoods near the intersection of U.S. 93 and Tronstad Road are expected to see about 380 s…
Road reconstruction slated for two blocks of Fifth Avenue East in Kalispell
The work is expected to occur between East Center Street and Second Street East, beginning March 27 and running through April 12, officials said in a press release.
A who's who of Flathead Valley candidates for the statehouse
Kalispell Republican Rep. Courtenay Sprunger, like many other Flathead Valley legislators, will face an opponent in this year’s primary election: political hop…
Homeschool Theatre Club presents ‘The Sound of Music’
Based on the true story of the Von Trapp Family Singers, the play includes music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II.
Gianforte out-raises Democratic challenger Busse
Incumbent Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte out-raised Democratic challenger Ryan Busse by about $350,000 in Montana’s gubernatorial race so far, filings show.
Judge Christopher announces resignation, effective April 5
In a letter dated March 15, District Court Judge Kim Christopher informed Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike McGrath that she is officially stepping down from he…
Columbia Falls School District sending more levy requests to voters
Looking down the barrel of some significant operating deficits in both the elementary and high school budgets, the Columbia Falls School District 6 Trustee Board unanimously approved bringing two levy requests to v…
State uses Jan. 6 insurrection to argue for tougher voter registration requirements
A Montana assistant attorney general told a federal judge Wednesday afternoon that Montana needs the additional voter registration requirements signed into law…