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Flathead National Forest clears way for salvage projects following winter windstorms
More than 500 acres of trees downed in December’s windstorms are slated for salvage, say Flathead National Forest …
Russian missiles cross into Poland during strike
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia pounded Ukraine's energy facilities Tuesday with its biggest barrage of missiles yet, striking targets across the country and causi…
Region 1 check stations show uptick in elk harvests
Northwest Montana hunters can expect more activity in days ahead as signs of the rut have begun to emerge, state wildlife officials report.
Counties pressured to object to CSKT compact
As the deadline approaches to file objections to water rights claims set out in the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes-Montana Water Compact, some local o…
Police: Knife used in deadly attack targeting Idaho students
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Four University of Idaho students found dead in an off-campus home were targeted, and the killer or killers used a knife or other "edged we…
County shows off GIS technology during open house
On what’s known as GIS Day, the county GIS Department will hold an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the historic County Courthouse
Cascade County Election Official says cops called after skeptics escalate
Law enforcement was called Friday after a group of election integrity skeptics in Cascade County escalated tactics, circling the county office and waiting for election officials and staff to come outside, according…
Man allegedly threatened landlord with shotgun
John Raymond Welzel, 34, faces an assault with a weapon charge in Flathead County District Court.
Conservation groups seek to end wolf hunting season early
Wolf hunting season is underway and trapping season begins on Nov. 28, but a motion filed in Lewis and Clark County District Court last week could halt the har…
Surging Montana GOP eyes big prize: Senate seat in 2024
Republicans emboldened by a string of electoral victories in Montana this midterm election are quickly turning their attention to a prize that has repeatedly e…
Ribbons pile up for longtime fair exhibitor
Sharon Askelson earned Open Class Exhibitor of the Year for a record sixth time at the Northwest Montana Fair.
Kalispell City Council work session to focus on drinking water standards
Kalispell City Council will discuss emerging issues regarding drinking water standards, and how the city may need to change policies to comply with new federal and state standards, during a work session Monday.
Homelessness among older people is on the rise
Inflation and rising rents are leaving many older Americans on the brink of ruin.
Family works to return cattle to Tobacco Valley ranch
Located just outside of Trego, the Blarney Heights Ranch sits on the land homesteaded by Octave and Lena Fortin in 1896.
Gov. Gianforte announces his budget for the 2023 Montana Legislature
Gov. Greg Gianforte unveiled his proposed budget Thursday, a fiscal roadmap that he said is poised to represent the largest tax cut in Montana history.
Community briefs
Bigfork cafe hosts free Thanksgiving Dinner; Christ Lutheran in Whitefish holds Thanksgiving dinner; Sunburst Mental Health holds open house