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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…
Warrant issued for man accused of assaulting deputies
A bench warrant has been issued for a man well-known to Columbia Falls and Flathead County law enforcement after he failed to show up for his Oct. 30 sentencin…
Glacier High takes second at Great Falls speech and debate tourney
The Glacier and Flathead high schools placed second and third, respectively, at a weekend speech and debate tournament in Great Falls.
Columbia Falls speech and debate takes first at Stevensville
The Columbia Falls High School speech and debate team continued its winning streak Saturday in Stevensville.
Kalispell mayor defends proclamation in support of food bank from criticism
Mayor Mark Johnson came down hard Monday on public criticism of the city’s proclamation encouraging residents and visitors to donate or volunteer to their loca…
Northwest Montana big game harvest on par with last season through fourth week
Check station results through the fourth weekend of the general rifle season show steady hunter participation and generally consistent harvest numbers across N…
Kalispell man sentenced in theft, criminal mischief cases
A Kalispell man brought up on felony theft and criminal mischief charges in Flathead County District Court was later given suspended sentences and ordered to pay restitution.
Feed the Need brings in more than $183,000 for Flathead Food Bank
The annual benefit concert Feed the Need saw hundreds of attendees last week and a record-breaking amount of donations destined to help put food on the table o…
Woman accused in 2004 stabbing sees case dismissed
A woman charged in connection with a 2004 stabbing saw her felony case dismissed in Flathead County District Court last year.
Zinke, Downing tight-lipped on how they will vote on bill releasing Epstein files
Montana Congressmen Ryan Zinke and Troy Downing are keeping their cards close to the chest ahead of Tuesday's expected vote on the release of the Epstein files.
Physician returns home to lead Logan Health’s new clinic
The first thing Dr. Anna Knisely brought to her new office at Logan Health was a frame containing a heart-shaped piece of paper lightly colored pink with a hig…
Kalispell City Council poised to back Flathead Food Bank with proclamation
Kalispell City Council is expected to sign a proclamation Monday pledging support for the Flathead Food Bank and encouraging residents and visitors to donate t…
Whitefish Council looks at cell tower contract
Whitefish City Council on Monday will consider a new agreement for a cell tower located at Memorial Park.
Shift to winter weather begins next weekend
The recent fall thaw is about to give way to a sharp November nip.
A tall order: Coffee roasters and shops grapple with increased prices
Two-thirds of American adults enjoy a cup of joe each day, making it the country’s second-favorite beverage behind bottled water, according to the National Cof…
Kalispell consultant launches business master class to empower leaders
The 12-part workshop series, in partnership with Montana West Economic Development — a nonprofit working throughout Northwest Montana to promote economic diver…