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Headlines: Fishing regulation amendment considered, can downtown reckless driving be curbed, and Lake County jail admin duties reassigned
Montana FWP looks to amend fishing regulations for 2027, Kalispell coalition and cruisers seek to curb reckless dr…
Valley goes two weeks with no new virus cases
Monday marked two weeks since Flathead County has reported a new positive case of the novel coronavirus — a milestone in controlling the outbreak that comes as many local businesses begin to reopen under state guid…
Whitefish, Glacier make top 10 best high schools in the state
Whitefish and Glacier high schools are among Montana’s top 10 high schools, according to a U.S. News & World report.
Whitefish condo project gets favorable nod
The Whitefish Planning Board last week gave a favorable recommendation for a large condominium project planned south of U.S. 93 West directly across from Whitefish Lake Golf Course.
Kalispell musician plays Navy tribute in Italy
Kalispell native and United States Navy musician Matthew Jones is bringing his talents from the Flathead Valley to Italy in support of the people that have bee…
Future management of Owen Sowerwine natural area uncertain
Montana Audubon and the organization’s local Flathead Valley chapter are working with several organizations and state agencies to secure a long-term management…
Libby history museum gets National Register listing
The Heritage Museum in Libby has been listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Local businesses eager, but cautious to restart
As the first phase of the state’s plan to reopen some sectors of the economy rolls out in the wake of the coronavirus restrictions, some local business owners …
Kalispell Salvation Army has new leaders
The Salvation Army Northwest Division this week announced the appointment of Maj. Larry and Capt. Julie Feist to its location in Kalispell.
Buffalo Hill residents serenade the neighborhood
Buffalo Hill Terrace residents Dorothy Donahoe and Lynda Collins recently decided to add some fun to the facility’s shelter-in-place directive during the COVID…
Survey measures virus impacts on local businesses
Just over a month ago, LC Staffing’s job board evaporated.
Boards to decide next week on restarting schools
As part of the first phase of the state’s phased reopening, Gov. Steve Bullock announced that in-classroom learning could begin on May 7 in a limited fashion. But local superintendents are leaning toward finishing …
Area high schools get iGraduate grants
Polson High School, Troy High School and Ronan School District are each recipients of a $10,000 iGraduate Montana grant to promote high school graduation and workforce development. Libby Middle High School was awar…
Trial set for case involving war veteran, Kalispell police officers
A trial date has been scheduled in the case of a Kalispell war veteran who sued after he was shot by two Kalispell Police Department officers inside his home more than four years ago.
Park Side Credit Union provides free online course for students
COVID-19 has transformed the living room into the classroom for most students, and to help with this remote learning Park Side Credit Union has provided an online financial literacy course to students at 19 schools…
Timeline for Glacier reopening unclear
While federal, state and local governments prepare to reopen the United States economy, officials with Glacier National Park say it is uncertain when park gate…