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Heino handily tops GOP challenger to lock in third term as sheriff
Incumbent Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino easily shrugged off his Republican opponent in Tuesday’s primary, cl…
Funding for mental health system revamp offers hope, but officials say solutions will take time
Barbara Hadley has shared her story at multiple community meetings on behavioral health in Northwest Montana, detailing her struggle to help a relative undergo…
Kalispell's December snowfall near all-time low
As Northwest Montana caps one of its driest Decembers on record, a return to winter weather is within sight.
Kalispell postal workers put a stamp on a long-lived career
The end of 2023 marked 40 years of marriage and 35 years of service for them with the United States Postal Service, a monumental anniversary, one that both Oxf…
Whitefish plans fee for properties that join city
Whitefish City Council on Tuesday will consider establishing a surcharge for properties to annex into the city.
Kalispell City Council poised to green-light Village Loop multi-family building
Kalispell City Council is expected Tuesday to vote on a conditional use permit for new multi-family residential units on Village Loop.
Forest Service releases plan for Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail
The U.S. Forest Service has released a comprehensive plan for the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail, marking a milestone for a route established in 2009 but used by hikers for decades prior.
Home sales down while multi-family units continue to dominate Flathead Valley market
High interest rates coupled with shortages in skilled labor have influenced development projects in the Flathead Valley toward more concentrated multi-family u…
Montana lawmakers reject call for special session on taxes
A call for a special session of the Montana Legislature that would have addressed rising residential property taxes in the state has failed.
University of Montana alumni keep health care local in small-town Montana
Superior – Working every day with your best friend would be a dream come true for some people. Getting to work with your best friend to provide a vital service…
Plenty of concerns about CFAC cleanup plan raised by public, ARCO
The Environmental Protection Agency has released a slew of comments to the Proposed Action for cleanup of the Columbia Falls Superfund site that totals 715 pag…
Local barista following dream of putting brush to canvas
When she is not busy helping make and serve some of Bigfork’s best cookies, pies and drinks, Cassandra Butterfield is busy getting back to her passion — art.
The Air Force said its nuclear missile capsules were safe. But toxic dangers lurked, documents show
WASHINGTON (AP) — A large pool of dark liquid festering on the floor. No fresh air. Computer displays that would overheat and ooze out a fishy-smelling gel tha…
Columbia Falls will examine short-term rentals laws in January
The Columbia Falls City Council will hold a meeting on short term rentals during a workshop at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 22.
Whitefish Community Foundation awards $30,000 to Nate Chute Foundation
Nate Chute Foundation is dedicated to promoting mental wellness and reducing suicide by offering evidence-based training and education to area schools, organiz…
Suspect in high-speed chase facing felony charge
Robert Solomon Kowalski, 50, faces one count of criminal endangerment in Flathead County District Court following his Dec. 22 arrest.