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Making the grade — Kalispell Public Schools leader named regional superintendent of the year
Wrapping up his second school year leading Kalispell Public Schools, Matt Jensen has been named regional Superinte…
Authorities search Swan Lake for missing kayakers
Authorities are searching Swan Lake for two people after Lake County 911 received a report Thursday afternoon of two kayakers struggling in the water about 1,000 feet from shore during high winds.
North Valley bear manager ready to hit the woods, neighborhoods
Justine Vallieres was recently named the new Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks wildlife conflict management specialist to fill the role of longtime grizzly bear…
UM’s Kyiyo Pow Wow Set for April 22-23
MISSOULA – One of the nation’s oldest student-run powwows and a beloved University of Montana tradition, the Kyiyo Pow Wow, will be held on campus Friday, April 22, through Saturday, April 23, in the Adams Center. …
Kalispell planning board recommends senior housing complex
The Kalispell Planning Board voted Tuesday to recommend a senior affordable housing complex proposal adjacent to the Gateway Community Center.
Bigfork Water and Sewer candidate forum
Meet the candidates forum for the Bigfork Water and Sewer District and Bigfork School District no. 38 at a candidates forum starting at 5:30 p.m. April 21, in the Ark Building, 8559 Montana 35. Public invited.
Employers at job fair hope to attract workers with opportunities to grow
More than 100 employers gathered at Northwest Montana Job and Opportunity Fair Thursday looking to reach potential employees in a competitive job market.
MSU to hold listening session regarding proposal to name Gianforte Hall
BOZEMAN – Montana State University will hold a public listening session on a proposal to name a new $50 million building to house the MSU Gianforte School of Computing as Gianforte Hall.
UM’s Baucus Institute to host John Kerry for climate panel
MISSOULA – John Kerry, the first U.S. special presidential envoy for climate, will be in conversation with Max Baucus, former Montana senator and U.S. ambassador to China, on Thursday, April 21, at the University o…
Four allegedly would-be burglars plead not guilty
The quartet accused of breaking into the wrong home last month pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to commit burglary charges in Flathead County District Court on Wednesday.
Kalispell man pleads not guilty to rape charge
A Kalispell man accused of a 2019 rape pleaded not guilty to sexual intercourse without consent in Flathead County District Court on Wednesday.
County departments prepare to move to new building
County departments prepare to move to new building
Kalispell woman accused of forging checks
Kalispell woman accused of forging checks
Retail store Kohl’s eyes Kalispell location
Retail giant Kohl’s appears to be making plans to open a location in North Kalispell.
FVCC’s culinary seniors serve up Italian lunch fare
FVCC’s culinary seniors serve up Italian lunch fare
Fair taking applications for new food vendors
Fair taking applications for new food vendors