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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…
Accurate rent estimates would bring state millions more for vouchers, housing advocate says
Local housing advocates in Montana are committing to do the on-the-ground work to get a more accurate estimate of the rental market in the state – which would …
Three vie to replace state Supreme Court Justice Dirk Sandefur
The stage is set for a three-way contest to replace retiring Montana Supreme Court Justice Dirk Sandefur, a race featuring two district court judges and a man …
Workshop to discuss Whitefish's tourism management plan
The Whitefish Sustainable Tourism Management Plan committee will hold a planning workshop April 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Whitefish City Hall.
Sidewalk construction in Evergreen slated to begin this week
After years of effort, sidewalk construction along U.S. 2 in Evergreen is finally getting underway.
Series looks at land stewardship
The Montana State University Flathead County Extension and the Flathead Conservation District are holding a six-week Land Stewardship Series.
Man dies following shooting near Columbia Falls
A man allegedly opened fire on people at a Columbia Falls home Wednesday night before fleeing and prompting a standoff with members of the Northwest Regional SWAT team, authorities say.
Man accused of trashing Columbia Falls hotel room while on meth
Prosecutors have filed felony charges against a man suspected of ransacking his Columbia Falls hotel room while high on methamphetamine last week.
Feds meet with Lake County Commission on criminal jurisdiction
Federal agencies would only focus on the “big fish” cases if they took over felony jurisdiction on the Flathead Indian Reservation.
Flathead County passes septage treatment facility to Lakeside district
Flathead County is handing over the construction and future operation of a regional septage treatment facility to the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District.
Flathead Forest plans spring burn operations
The Flathead National Forest is planning to conduct spring prescribed fire projects when weather, fuel conditions and air quality become favorable.
Kalispell voters approve public safety levy
Voters in Kalispell gave the city the green light on Tuesday to levy 60.9 mills annually to help bolster its emergency services.
Mack Days: Perfect weather for opening weekend
The 2024 Spring Mack Days on Flathead Lake, sponsored by the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and sanctioned by Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, began…
DREAM Adaptive Recreation's 5th Annual SHRED-A-THON returns
DREAM Adaptive Recreation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities through outdoor recreation, is thrilled to announce t…
The Pie Lady: Jean Flynn’s pop-up pie stand pays vintage shops a visit
PIE HERE NOW announces a sandwich board on Nucleus Avenue, the boldness of the proclamation softened by a picture of a smiling blond girl holding a bushel of w…
UM to present honorary doctorates to Lily Gladstone, Carol Murray
On March 15 the state Board of Regents approved UM’s request to present the doctorates during Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 11.