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Judge denies Floyd's motion for acquittal or new trial
A Flathead County District Court judge denied a motion from Kenneth James Floyd’s attorney seeking his acquittal o…
Mysterious light show over Martin City remains unexplained
When O’Brien Byrd woke up to a strange light coming through his bedroom window in Martin City early Wednesday morning, he knew something odd was going on.
Montana to accept federal funds to feed school-aged children next summer
After not accepting similar funds to feed hungry kids last summer, the state of Montana has changed course, and about 170,000 kids will have a better chance at full stomachs this upcoming summer in the Treasure Sta…
Tribal leaders ask Congress for help with fentanyl crisis in Native American communities
WASHINGTON — Leaders of Native American tribes detailed the fentanyl crisis in Indigenous communities during a Wednesday U.S. Senate hearing.
State Supreme Court rules for Whitefish in hotel denial
The Montana Supreme Court has ruled Whitefish City Council was within its right to deny a proposed hotel along U.S. 93.
For Glacier’s iconic goats, snow proves solace from bugs
A big snowfield in Glacier National Park might look like a great place to cool off in the heat of summer, and plenty of mountain goats are drawn to them.
Whitefish band students set sights on New York City
Start spreading the news, the Whitefish High School band is preparing for a trip to New York City. The group’s small town blues will melt away as they enjoy th…
Tester, Zinke mark Veterans Day in Bigfork
Democrat Sen. Jon Tester was joined by Republican Rep. Ryan Zinke at a Veterans Day assembly at Bigfork High School on Friday where the two shared common groun…
Veteran reflects on duty to serve
A Vietnam War and Gulf War veteran at age 71, Edward Day finds a lot of solace in the game and as a good way to stay alert in his downtime.
Montana State nursing students assist veterans in Northwest Montana
Since 2022, students at MSU’s Kalispell nursing campus have helped out at the organization, which provides veterans and other members of the community access t…
Judge denies Fuel Fitness shooter's request for new trial
An effort to secure a new trial for convicted killer Jonathan Douglas Shaw was denied by Flathead County District Court Judge Dan Wilson on Thursday.
Glacier drops reservations at Two Medicine, St. Mary entrances for 2024
Glacier National Park’s 2024 reservation system will look different compared to previous years, with vehicle reservations no longer required for the Two Medici…
Body of missing Troy woman recovered from Savage Lake
At about 11:10 a.m., Two Bear notified the Sheriff’s Office that a vehicle had been located submerged in Savage Lake, about 82 feet offshore from the boat ramp.
Joe and Colleen Unterreiner receive Kalispell Chamber’s highest honor
The award honoring them and several other community members and businesses were handed out at the chamber’s annual Grand Event Wednesday night at the Wachholz …
Tranel talks housing crunch during roundtable in Kalispell
Flathead Valley housing advocates argued Wednesday that a countywide housing authority is needed to mitigate the lack of affordable housing in the region.
Onset of rut expected to ramp up big game harvest
Montana’s general hunting season is hitting the midway point and the overall harvest is expected to increase with the onset of the deer breeding season, accord…