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Senior Spotlight: Senior embodies Flathead High School motto to ‘Rise Up, Be Brave’
Under the upturned brim of her signature bucket hat, Flathead High School senior Madison Geiger’s smile and bright…
Kalispell’s Ryan Busse announces bid for governor
Former firearms executive, author and Kalispell resident Ryan Busse tossed his hat in the ring for governor Thursday, likely pitting him against Republican Gov…
State wildlife officials investigating alleged poaching in Creston
An investigation is underway into possible poaching in the Creston area, according to officials with the Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
Whitefish considers relaxing food truck regulations
Whitefish City Council is considering amendments to the city’s mobile food vendor regulations to make permits easier to obtain and more efficient to administer.
Invasive plant completely eradicated from Beaver Lake
After nearly a decade of inhabiting Beaver Lake near Whitefish, the invasive Eurasian watermilfoil is seemingly gone — a phenomenon that many scientists call r…
Flathead County inks deal on Lower Valley property for septage plant
Flathead County will purchase 36.9 acres in Lower Valley with the intention of developing a regional septage treatment facility on the site.
Former firearms executive Busse seeks Democratic nomination to challenge Montana Gov. Gianforte
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Former firearms executive turned gun industry critic Ryan Busse is seeking the 2024 Democratic nomination to challenge first-term Republic…
Kalispell-based A Ray of Hope nonprofit expands with education center project
Christian ministry and nonprofit A Ray of Hope in Kalispell is building an education center behind its men’s shelter that will serve as a place for people to l…
North Valley Music School launches youth symphony
Student musicians throughout the valley are invited to audition for a new youth symphony through North Valley Music School. Middle and high school-aged students interested
Liz Cheney to speak on democracy, rule of law at UM
MISSOULA – Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney, who served as the top Republican on the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, wil…
Public Service Commissioner arrested, released, on misdemeanor
Randy Pinocci, a Public Service Commissioner, said he is fighting a July 5 disorderly conduct ticket from a tenant dispute and said his recent arrest at a home…
Federal pandemic relief money helps Lincoln County commissioners pass balanced budget
The commissioners had to use the last of the American Rescue Plan Act money it had - $800,000 - to help get to a balanced budget.
County planning board to vote on Bigfork subdivision, considers zoning for Lakeside
The county planning board meets at 6 p.m. in the South Campus Building at 40 11th St. W. in Kalispell. Recommendations from the planning board are forwarded to…
Kalispell City Hall seeks removal of construction lien placed on municipal airport
R Porch Construction, Inc. filed an initial construction lien, listing Diablo Investments and the city as contracting owners, in Flathead County District Court on June 20.
Giving for Great Fish Challenge ends Friday
There are 78 Flathead Valley nonprofit organizations raising funds during this year’s challenge with the Whitefish Community Foundation.
Music School begins new program year
The nonprofit music school matches high-quality instruction from experienced musicians with students of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels.