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Retiring Sister Judy Lund recognized with Spirit of Montana award for 'lifetime of service'
Students and teachers at St. Matthew’s Catholic School rose for a standing ovation as Gov. Greg Gianforte bestowed…
Evacuation warnings lifted for Hay Creek Fire near Polebridge
Evacuation warnings for the Hay Creek Fire near Polebridge were lifted Wednesday as cooler temperatures, recent precipitation and higher humidity helped tamp d…
Salmon smoker blamed for Columbia Falls house fire
An electric smoker was blamed for starting a fire that damaged a home in Columbia Falls early Wednesday.
Retired teacher puts limelight on Libby's history with new book
After 17 years of cataloging, researching and writing, the first of Jeff Gruber's three volumes on the city of Eagle and surrounding areas is hitting bookshelv…
Bigfork bridge on track for 2024 replacement
The Montana Department of Transportation is targeting 2024 to replace the historic bridge near Bigfork's downtown.
Sheep and owners strut their stuff at Northwest Montana Fair
Bighorn sheep draw flocks of visitors to Northwest Montana, but their domestic counterparts were the center of attention during the sheep showmanship competiti…
Rain a boost to firefighters in Northwest Montana
Widespread rain across Northwest Montana has been a boon for firefighters while they deal with several blazes in the region.
Big mixed-use project returns to Whitefish Planning Board
Plans to build a 70-room hotel, a microbrewery, a restaurant, offices, boutique shops and condominiums at the site of a shuttered timber plant along the Whitef…
Kalispell schools balance budget with Covid funding
Kalispell Public Schools will operate on a $72.9 million budget for the 2021-22 school year, with a shortfall balanced by federal Covid-19 relief funding.
Flathead Land Trust cancels fundraiser
Executive Director Paul Travis said the group decided to cancel The Land Affair due to the risks of holding an in-person event now because of increasing COVID-19 cases.
Small Animal Barn aflutter with fair activities
Don't be fooled by their small size. With rabbits, guinea pigs and poultry, there's a lot more than meets the eye.
Decision on wolf trapping regs expected Friday
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission on Friday is expected to decide on a number of proposals of interest to hunters and trappers in Northwest Montana, inc…
Kids, animals heal together at camp in Arlee
The nascent nonprofit Arlee Rehabilitation Center recently brought kids and critters together for five days of restorative learning.
Permit approved for Columbia Falls apartment complex
The Columbia Falls City Council has approved a zone change and conditional-use permit that will allow for a 36-unit apartment complex off Meadow Lake Boulevard.
Whitefish considers job focused on climate change, sustainability
Amid extreme heat, widespread drought, destructive wildfires and smoky skies, the Whitefish City Council recently was asked to consider creating a staff positi…
Authorities search for missing Flathead Valley teen
Authorities are searching for a Flathead Valley teenager who went missing early Monday. They no longer believe the teen's mother was involved in her disappeara…