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Montana snowpack rapidly melted in May
Throughout May, warm temperatures across Montana led to a rapid melt off of the state’s snowpack, which sits “larg…
Whitefish City Council to vote on increase in boat launch fees
Whitefish City Council on Monday will vote on an increase in boat launch fees at Whitefish City Beach that includes bumping the cost for residents to launch th…
Most interesting man: Flathead Valley volunteer and author has led a captivating life
He sipped his black coffee as he sat across the plastic table, with his 8-year-old Newfoundland-mix rescue dog, Hercules, curled up at his feet. Even at 68 yea…
Kalispell City Council to consider next phase of large subdivision off Foy's Lake Road
Kalispell City Council on Monday night will consider approving the second phase of a large subdivision located off Foy’s Lake Road.
Immigration detentions up in Northwest Montana, but numbers hard to come by
The Trump administration’s hardline approach to immigration policy sparked a rush of immigration-related arrests in Northwest Montana in 2025.
Burns Night at the Conrad Mansion: A jovial celebration of Scotland's national poet
Lads and lassies of the Flathead Valley turned out for an intimate evening of merriment, poetry, bagpiping, delicious food and whisky toasts for Burns Night at…
Columbia Falls sets direction for growth, avoids moratorium language
The Columbia Falls City Council last week approved a general direction for future growth in the city, but stopped short of calling any restrictions a moratoriu…
Speakers push Whitefish City Council to cut ties with immigration authorities
Half of the 40 people in attendance at the Whitefish City Council meeting last week were there to make public comments, mainly about Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the management and uses of Memorial Field.
Proposed mine expansion revives selenium pollution concerns
The proposed expansion of an open pit coal mine in British Columbia is raising concerns about downstream water pollution in the Columbia River Basin.
Run for Hazel Alexander a great success
They ran in the frigid sun of the day. They ran in the night under a cold January crescent moon. They ran and they ran. People came out and ran with them. The …
Headlines: Ronan rallies after Browning team refused service, fundraiser for injured C-Falls teen, Sheriff's Office to provide airport security
Ronan rallies after Browning team refused service, bail set at $4 mill for man arrested in Whitefish, Columbia Falls cross country raises funds for injured tea…
New Veterans Affair clinic in Kalispell expands services for local vets
More than a hundred people gathered beneath a blustery winter sky Friday to celebrate the opening of a new Veterans Affairs clinic in Kalispell.
Kalispell school board approves contract with Talos Security amid safety concerns
Private security guards will be patrolling school grounds in Kalispell for the remainder of the school year.
Whitefish speech and debate team edges out Columbia Falls to win divisional tourney
Making it to the top three at the Class A speech and debate state tournament this weekend may come down to the wire for Columbia Falls and Whitefish high schools based on the results of the divisional tournament on…
Flathead High School literary magazine wins award
Magazines from middle school, high school, and higher education were welcomed for the 2025 contest.
FWP hosts women’s ice fishing workshop in Kalispell
The workshop is designed for beginners who want to learn gear selection, safety, and technique in a supportive environment.