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Flathead National Forest clears way for salvage projects following winter windstorms
More than 500 acres of trees downed in December’s windstorms are slated for salvage, say Flathead National Forest …
Med student from Bigfork placed in summer internship at Blackfeet hospital
Former Bigfork resident Michael Bedford is heading to Browning for a few weeks this summer to participate in a medical internship at Blackfeet Community Hospit…
Man accused of firing gun during argument receives deferred sentence
A man accused of firing a gun during a dispute over a water pump near Kila in 2024 received a deferred sentence earlier this year.
Budget approval on agenda for Whitefish City Council
Whitefish City Council on Monday is set to approve a $59.6 million budget that calls for an increase in spending over the prior year.
Multiple fires crop up along Montana 200
Active fire weather sparked up a new blaze near Paradise over the weekend.
Studio offers opportunity for adults to step out on dance floor
Rio Dance Studio is a dance studio for adults, for anyone and everyone over 18 years old. It’s for first-time dancers and experienced dancers alike, where the …
Kidnapping suspect receives suspended sentence after pleading out
A Browning man arrested in Flathead County for allegedly kidnapping his ex-girlfriend from Missoula in 2024 received a suspended sentence earlier this year.
PHOTOS: 2025 Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
Scenes from the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
Flathead Electric Cooperative puts wildfire mitigation plan to the public
A new state law is sparking a change at Flathead Electric Cooperative and other utilities, affecting how the organizations prepare for catastrophic wildfire.
Kalispell man convicted of boyfriend's death in 2019 denied parole
Convicted killer Ryan Cody Lamb was denied parole at a hearing last month.
Results from the Northwest Montana Fair
Results from the Northwest Montana Fair
PHOTO: Pie eating contest fun at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
Participants have a tasty time at the Pie Eating Contest at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo.
Cultivating flower power: Hope blooms in floriculture competition at Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
Every year, members participate in judging the dahlias/gladiolus and floriculture competition at the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo. Beginning Friday morning…
Fried Oreo named best food at the Northwest Montana Fair
Carl’s Hand Dipped Corn Dogs won first place in the Best Food at the Fair competition for their fried Oreos. The annual competition takes place at the Northwes…
Winners bring home ribbons at Northwest Montana Fair
Winners from the Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo.
No kidding around: Youth leap into competition at Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo
But just being cute doesn’t cut it — judge Karly Hanson said she’s looking for knowledgeable competitors with confidence when watching youth in the showmanship…