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Montana snowpack rapidly melted in May
Throughout May, warm temperatures across Montana led to a rapid melt off of the state’s snowpack, which sits “larg…
Voting by mail only for June 2 primary
Flathead County officials decided on Monday to make the June 2 primary an all-mail election in an effort to protect voters during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Flathead asks visitors to stay away, for now
The beautiful Flathead Valley is a travel destination to many across the globe, and the local economy relies heavily on the tourism industry.
Postal Service extends hold period on mail
The U.S. Postal Service is extending the holding period for mail from 10 to 30 days for those impacted by COVID-19.
Hot Springs hit with string of crimes
Even the small town of Hot Springs is not immune from the ravaging effects of dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.
Bears starting to emerge from dens
Bears in Northwest Montana are emerging from their dens, prompting officials with Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks to remind residents and visitors to “Be Bear Aware.”
Montana’s COVID death toll hits four
As of Monday morning, four people in Montana have died from coronavirus — an announcement that comes as the number of positive cases has surpassed 170 individuals statewide and hospitals battle equipment shortages.
Firefighters quickly knock down Columbia Falls house fire
Columbia Falls firefighters quickly knocked down a house fire Sunday about 5:46 p.m. on Ninth Avenue West.
Madison County records state’s 2nd COVID-19 death
The Madison County Public Health Department and Gov. Steve Bullock’s Office on Sunday confirmed Montana’s second COVID-19-related death.
Local shelters offer adoptions by appointment
Those looking for a quarantine companion better be serious if they plan on frequenting any of the animal shelters in the Flathead Valley.
Educators, professionals use 3D printers to make N95 masks
A small fleet of 3-D printers whir away in Todd Spangler’s garage, exuding a musical scritch-scratch as they methodically transform melted plastic into N95 mas…
Kalispell Regional seeks public’s help with protective equipment
Kalispell Regional Healthcare has launched Project PPE (personal protective equipment) and has supplied information about how the public can help KRH health-care workers.
Popular Somers Beach could become state park
Montana State Parks, the Flathead Land Trust and other stakeholders would like to convert the popular Somers Beach on Flathead Lake’s north shore into a state …
National Forest cabins, developed campgrounds closed
Fifteen rental cabins in Flathead National Forest have been closed indefinitely for the health and safety of visitors and staff due to COVID-19.
ACT exams postponed until fall
The Montana Office of Public Instruction and Montana University System announced Tuesday that high school juniors still have the opportunity to take the ACT free of charge the fall semester of their senior year.
Deer, elk permit deadline is April 1
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks reminds hunters the deadline to apply for deer and elk licenses for nonresidents and deer and elk permits for everyone is Wednesday, April 1.