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Curiosity for cuisine: Whitefish Chef Earl Reynolds lets twists on classics drive the menu
There are many hallmarks of success in Earl Reynolds' career, but earning a second James Beard Award nomination fo…
Great Falls educator named Glacier principal
Joel Auers of Great Falls has been named the new Glacier High School principal.
Whitefish tech firm joins global partnership
It can be a little hard for the layperson to comprehend exactly what goes on at Neuro-ID, the Whitefish technology company that provides insight into customer behavior during digital transactions. But there’s one t…
United Way establishes COVID-19 relief fund
Northwest Montana United Way in Kalispell is currently accepting applications for the organization’s recently established COVID-19 relief fund that offers reli…
Yoga Hive closes studios in Kalispell, Columbia Falls
Yoga Hive is closing its Columbia Falls and Kalispell locations due to the economic hardship caused by COVID-19. Because of the pandemic, founder Mollie Busby …
Psychologist: Kids feel stress of pandemic too
As adults around the country continue to adjust to the new normal brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, America’s younger generation is also having to naviga…
Crews douse fire at old CHS silos
A fire broke out in the old CHS Feed Center silos Tuesday afternoon in downtown Kalispell.
Next phase of Montana's reopening plan begins June 1
Gov. Steve Bullock announced on Tuesday that Montana would move to phase two of the state’s reopening plan starting June 1.
Heavy rain to bring rise in rivers
Steady rain this week is expected to cause a sharp rise in rivers and streams across Northwest Montana.
Daines proposes fund for ‘very small’ businesses
A bipartisan bill introduced this week by U.S. Sen. Steve Daines, R-Mont., and U.S. Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., aims to ease some of the economic pains facing mom-and-pop sized businesses across America.
Steer towers over Kalispell ranch
On a small hobby ranch off Old Reserve Drive in Kalispell, a massive Holstein steer named Moose grazes.
Tally Lake District timber, fuels project moves forward
A large-scale commercial timber and fuels project in the Tally Lake Ranger District will move forward in the planning process after the Flathead National Forest completed a draft decision notice on the proposal las…
MudMan relaunch met with protest in Columbia Falls
A group of protesters gathered in front of MudMan Burgers in Columbia Falls on Sunday to rally against the restaurant’s relaunch. The group held up signs with …
Whitefish eyes new downtown parking regulations
The Whitefish City Council will look at a resolution to update downtown parking restrictions during its remote meeting this evening at 7:10 p.m.
Girl Scout leader honored for inspirational go-getter attitude
The mission of Girl Scouts revolves around building girls of courage, confidence and character who will positively impact the world.
Contractor picked for C-Falls ball fields
A relative newcomer to the world of heavy construction in the Flathead Valley was awarded a contract to construct new soccer and other fields between Ruder Elementary School and the junior high school.